Came here after playing softball nearby at the lake forest rec park because I wanted sushi,…read moresearched Yelp and this place is highly rated less than a mile away (3 minutes drive according to iPhone). Off we went. Parking was easy in a large strip mall. No hostess here - you are greeted by the 2 sushi chefs upon walking in to sit wherever you'd like. The picture menu is easy to order off of. There are 2 big screens in the room. Tonight they were playing the World Baseball Classic. Women's restroom was clean - check! You get complimentary edamame upon being seated. Just 1 server handling all orders at the time we came in - a nice Korean lady, who at times seemed oblivious ie cleaning empty tables instead of giving us our check at the end of the meal when it was very apparent we were done. lol I looked for something on the menu that has unagi AND salmon but no dice so opted for dragon roll. My other half ordered #8 (forgot the name but it was good though I preferred my dragon roll more) but all in all our rolls came out delicious. Looking around, this place appears to be both a local spot and date spot from a few couples in the room. At the end of our meal our server brought us 2 pieces compliments of the chef, who said it was yellowtail. They have a stamp card that yields 10% after 5 meals and 20% off after 10 meals. We now know where we'll go after our weekly softball games!

Another great visit to Sashimi! This time on a weekday around 5 pm, nice and early before everyone…read moregot there. I asked for the Happy Hour menu but there wasn't one so we got a free dish and that was sooooo nice of them! Food always delicious here. My favorite ever salmon skin handroll is found here at Sashimi. And the rolls, so fresh and flavorful with delicious sauces and toppings. My nigiri was a nice big portion and yummy! Their ponzu sauce is great. Hot sake makes the meal even better! Restaurant inside is bright, clean and lots of seating space.

I've been coming here for years and just realized I've never left a review, so it's definitely…read moreoverdue! If you're in the mood for sushi, this spot is a must. My wife, daughter, and I come here all the time and we seriously can't get enough. We've tried a bunch of different rolls, poke bowls, soups, sashimi, you name it! and everything is always on point. One of my favorites is the bento box. It's such a solid deal. You get a roll, salad, soup, rice and your choice of protein, and it always fills you up. Can't go wrong with it. Everything always tastes fresh, the flavors are consistent, and we've honestly never had a bad experience here. On top of that, it's always a good vibe inside. It feels welcoming, and the staff is super nice and attentive every time we come in. Definitely recommend this place if you're looking for good sushi and a mellow spot to enjoy it

We ended up at Musashi Sushiya after another nearby spot closed at 2pm. The restaurant was…read morecompletely empty, but service was slow since the waitress seemed overwhelmed with takeout orders and phone calls. It took quite a while just to get water and place our order, even after asking the sushi chef (who was not happy to be asked). We ordered the cucumber salad, shrimp tempura, and soft shell crab to start. The cucumber salad was plain and lacked dressing, the tempura was decent, and the soft shell crab was tasty with a small side salad with sesame dressing that was actually the best part. For mains, we had two bento boxes -- one with chicken teriyaki and baked mussels, and the other with mackerel shioyaki and fried shrimp. The miso soup was solid, but the salad could've used more dressing. Overall, the food was okay, but the poor service really hurt the experience. This was our second visit, and unfortunately, I think it might be our last. It feels like dine-in guests take a back seat to the takeout business here.

Came for late lunch and there was only 1 server but he was really energetic and funny (service…read moredidn't feel slower fyi). I wish there was an online Yelp waitlist - please consider! Food was good and everything delivered (AYCE) was accurate. Great lunch special so we'll return!

Unfortunately slow service! Writing this review as we wait for round two of our sushi, been here…read moreover an hour. Server also isn't super friendly. We got AYCE and most of the cut rolls are filled with sooo much imitation crab meat that they become unenjoyable to eat. Wouldn't come back because of that

If you are looking for a restaurant that can flawlessly handle a large group reservation, Kin Sushi…read moreabsolutely exceeded expectations. I initially reached out about reserving a table for 40+ people during a basketball tournament weekend and was told the manager would contact me back. Sure enough, she called promptly to confirm everything for our Saturday dinner reservation. The entire process was seamless and incredibly easy, especially considering this was a larger-than-normal party. Taizy handled everything professionally. She seamlessly added the extra guests without hesitation. Her only request was that we send over everyone's food orders ahead of time so the kitchen could prepare and ensure nobody had to wait too long. And wow -- they absolutely delivered. Every single order came out accurately and in a very timely fashion. No mistakes, no confusion, and the service was impeccable from start to finish. The servers were organized, attentive, and handled a very large group with ease. Service was truly 10/10. One of the reasons I chose Kin Sushi for a large group dinner was because the menu truly has something for everyone -- udon, sushi rolls, vegetarian rolls, bento boxes, chirashi, sashimi, and something for everyone. They even had Thai iced tea, which isn't normally something in you have in a Japanese restaurant. Parking was very easy, which is always appreciated when coordinating a large party, and there's a restroom conveniently located in the back. I'm beyond grateful for how well they handled our group, and I would absolutely return here again for future team dinners or large gatherings. Highly recommend!

Come in and enjoy the freshest and most delicious sushi. The atmosphere is relaxing and everything…read moreyou expect and want. Service is wonderful every time. This place is a GEM! Our waitress Mina was very knowledgeable and her customer service is amazing! OUR CHEF KEE is the one we always go to. His skills as a chef are unique and priceless. We LOVE coming here every chance we get.

There's plenty of parking in the lot, which is always a plus. The restaurant is located in a small…read morestrip mall at the end of the building. There was a bit of a wait, unfortunately, you're not able to RSVP. When we got there, we put our name on the list and about 20 minutes later, we were called to come in. They recommend that you leave any strollers outside since the dining area is so small. We had to do the spicy tuna on crispy rice. This is soooo delicious and I could seriously inhale these. We ordered so many rolls: sashimi rolls, cajun rolls, seared pepper salmon, baja yellowtail, tuna lover, aloha, and holy cow. My favorite roll was holy cow, hands down. The next would be the seared pepper and aloha rolls. Everything tasted so fresh and the service was very efficient. I can see why this place is pretty popular. I'd definitely go back for more of their rolls.

If you're planning to grab takeout here, build in extra time--seriously. I showed up five minutes…read morebefore my scheduled pickup, expecting things to be ready. Instead, I was told to wait outside... then brought back in... then sent outside again. After another 15 minutes, the order was finally ready. The whole experience felt like a real-life version of the "Soup (insert Seinfeld episode character)" from Seinfeld--strict, unfriendly, and not exactly customer-focused. There's a definite "you'll get it when you get it" vibe, and it's not a pleasant one. To be fair, the food is good. But the service? Frustrating, disorganized, and honestly off-putting. Expect long waits--even for takeout--and don't count on a smooth or welcoming experience. If you go in knowing that, you might leave less annoyed than most of the patrons I saw while waiting.

Closed Permanently. 3/25/26 Sadly this wonderful great place…read morehas closed. This was a surprise as we Just dined here a few days ago and it was busy and great! Word on the street is the owner retired. We wish him well in the next chapter of life.

4 Stars for Bento options and Yakitori. Great flavors and taste between the two. The third item we…read moreordered was salmon and scallop sushi, which resulted in a 3.5 star rating. Sushi rice was underwhelming and brought the collective experience down. But since the other two items scored higher, 4 stars is warranted for overall meal. Service was decent tonight. My only gripe is the second serve had very little knowledge of the menu. She couldn't identify the difference of the two scallop sushi which took us back a bit. If you don't know what you are serving, what should your guests be expecting to be eating is the question. Food for thought here. Inside is small and culturally decorated to meet its cuisine and country. Love the vibe with jazz music. We both enjoyed this aspect. Overall, love their offerings and friendly service. A few areas to improve upon but all else is great.

The service and food is great here! We are always greeted warmly like family members…read more The sushi is very fresh and tasty! Today we got the Chicken Katsu. Very good! I highly recommend this business!

This is a very reliable sushi spot in the area for consistently solid rolls. As a caveat, I…read morewouldn't say the flavors are anything out of this world or particularly unique compared to some other sushi spots, nor is it especially "authentic" (the large specialty roll menu makes that pretty clear). That said, I'm not complaining: as a sushi spot in America that caters to Western tastes, this place hits. Some of my favorite rolls are the Bella, the Mission Viejo, and the Seared Tuna roll. One minor area for improvement is to-go orders. They seem to get very busy, and there could be better predictability around wait times. The order processing for peak hours (6pm on a Saturday) was about an hour, but on my most recent visit, my pickup order was delayed by about 30 minutes, pushing it to 90 minutes. It was frustrating for me, but I think it can be even more frustrating for Door Dash drivers since they're paid per delivery and long, unexpected waits can throw off their entire queue and earnings for the night. I do want to commend their customer service, though. They have always been great dining in, but this time, they could tell people were frustrated and genuinely tried to reshuffle orders and adjust priorities. Overall, improving order flow and wait-time forecasting would make a noticeable difference!

If you're anywhere near Lake Forest and craving next-level sushi, Minato Sushi Cafe is an absolute…read moremust. This place isn't just a restaurant--it's an experience. From the moment you walk in, you can feel the care and craftsmanship that goes into every dish. The fish is unbelievably fresh, the presentation is clean and beautiful, and every bite hits with that perfect balance of flavor and texture. Whether you're going classic with nigiri or exploring one of their creative rolls, everything tastes like it was made with intention and pride. What truly sets Minato apart, though, is James--the owner and master chef behind the counter. You can literally watch him work his magic, turning simple ingredients into something unforgettable. His attention to detail and passion for the craft come through in every plate he serves. It's rare to find a spot where the quality is this high and the atmosphere still feels welcoming and down-to-earth. Once you've been here, it's hard to go anywhere else--this is the kind of place you end up telling all your friends about. Thanks James from Todd & Marnell

Love coming to our neighborhood Japanese restaurant. It is simple but good food…read more The prices are very reasonable for bento box, rolls and sushi. The service and staff are so friendly and very accommodating.

I'm really surprised at the low star reviews that I see here. My experience and meal was five star!…read moreThough, keep in mind that my five stars is based on dining here only once and not at peak hours. We arrived just after noon on a weekday. The restaurant wasn't busy and we were seated right away. The vibe inside was authentic feeling Japanese style, smallish with several tables and sushi bar seating. My chicken oyakodon was a bowl of cozy comfort to me. It was topped with two slices of yellow pickled daikon. I'm sure it was homemade daikon, not like what you get in a jar from Tokyo Central. We were served their delicious miso soup as a starter. My sister ordered beef teriyaki and tempura. She said it was good. The restaurant started filling up as we ate our meal. A good sign of good authentic Japanese is when you see a lot of Japanese/Asians filling up the place, especially older people (haha, like me), because you know they know well prepared authentic. And that's the crowd that was coming in. Located in a busy center with limited parking, it must get crazy busy later in the evening because the sign outside the entrance says where to form the line. Anyway, my oyakodon and miso soup was so good!

This restaurant was a huge disappointment. I understand that seafood is supposed to be fresh, but…read moreserving what felt like "live" seafood crossed a line for me. It was honestly disturbing and completely ruined my appetite. There was no warning or explanation, and it felt careless and unhygienic rather than "fresh" or authentic. Because of that experience, I couldn't enjoy the meal at all. The atmosphere and service didn't help either it felt rushed and unwelcoming, with no effort to make guests comfortable. I left feeling uneasy and disappointed, and I will not be returning or recommending this place. There are many sushi restaurants that focus on freshness without making customers uncomfortable, and this unfortunately is not one of them.

My wife, kids, and I visited Fat Fish. The boys LOVE sushi and thought it would be a good treat for…read morethem tonight. I told the owner that we would have three AYCE and my wife would be ordering beef off of the menu because she is allergic to fish. The owner instantly got mad and angrily told us that we ALL get AYCE, or none of us will. I explained that my wife can't eat fish. She got more angry and said that this is her policy. Rather than endure more of her fury, we left. I want to support little businesses and we went out of our way to go to this restaurant. Needless to say we will not be back. Her policy is fine. It is her restaurant and I respect her right to set her rules. The attitude was uncalledfor.

Fat Sushi is a newer addition to the Lake Forest Gift Card promo - so we decided to check it out…read more Its located in a shopping plaza off of Lake Forest Drive. Plenty of parking. Nothing fancy here to see, just a local mom & pop type sushi joint, which we are fans of! We were seated right away in one of the few areas inside. Everything was clean and bright. a little warm inside as it was a hot day and they had the door open, with a breeze. I saw one sushi chef that greeted us and he was making the rolls and dishes at the front. I ordered a hot sake and it was super hot and really good. We also got a few rolls, which were all delicious, a salmon skin hand roll - the salmon was on the chewy side and a little cold, and the agadashi tofu, which had a lovely dipping marinade. The fish on the rolls were nice fat pieces, and so fresh and yummy. Next time will have to try some nigiri.