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    WaBa Grill

    3.3 (167 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    WABA GRILL ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Quiet
    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    Hazel Mae L.

    Food is how I remembered it when we were leaving here but the portions are awful. They need to have a better ventilation for all the smoke as well.

    Markus O.

    WARNING you only get a free kids meal if you order a bowl. so if you get a family meal and plan to get your kid a free chicken bowl, youre SOL all in all, not as good as flame broiler. both are friendly to the gluten and dairy intolerant, big plus! it has an alright ambiance.

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    Tash A.

    The TV's which display the menu inside don't work...they literally have a paper copy of the menu. The prices aren't even listed in the ONE paper copy they have of the menu. Very sad establishment.

    Half chicken, rib-eye steak, rice veggie bowl with half an avocado.  13.79
    Josiah W.

    I believe this is my first time at a WaBa grill. The place looks clean and well lit.you can also see them cut up the food. The veggies are okay. The portions are satisfying. The chicken was very tasty, and the steak was well cooked. They both are good selections. I recommend adding some spice if you get steak. Overall, very good experience, and I might come back again.

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    Rosemary A.

    Food was yummy. I didn't see the inside because we ordered take out. However the food was just right and hit the spot.

    Half full chicken bowl
    Julie G.

    The hubby and I love Waba Grill but the last couple of visits have not been the best . I like to give businesses a second or even a third chance to redeem themselves but Waba just fails every time . The waba bowls have been pretty much half full . I'd like to feel somewhat full or satisfied but not the case . My previous visit my chicken Waba bowl had a hair in it. "Disgusting " that spoiled my appetite. I would definitely like some consistency on the amount that is served but unfortunately it seems to be impossible!

    Shitty teriyaki bowl for $10

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    2 months ago

    Service is always great at this location and the food is very good quality as well. No complaints.

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    2 months ago

    The entire staff is great, and it's one of my favorite places to eat. It's always delicious and more than enough at great prices

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    7 months ago

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    1 month ago

    Great service angle was awesome. Foood was great and the service was excellent I recommend people visit

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    8 months ago

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    1 year ago

    I wouldn't recommend this place for the lunch shift. The 2 guys that are there put stuff in my food. Why take a chance.

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    9 months ago

    First time having WaBa Grill and it was a great experience, food on point, clean place, excellent service!

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    3 years ago

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    1 year ago

    I went in and the employee Sean was super nice and super welcoming and very patient with taking my order. Food was amazing.

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    6 years ago

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    2 years ago

    Benny and Carlos gave me excellent service today! Wonderful food as well freshly prepared

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    1 year ago

    Shout out Carlos and Evelyn for the great service. Highly recommend this WaBa grill location. Thumbs up

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    2 years ago

    Can't never go wrong for something satisfying and filling. Trust me if ur iffy or curious try it and you'll love it.

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    2 years ago

    Food was very tasty and service good. We will be coming back. Beef tacos were especially good, way better than the chicken ones.

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    2 years ago

    Best service. Food is delicious. Very good place to relax and eat at. Rice bowl is good.

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    3 years ago

    Colten gave out the best service! Appreciate the hospitality. And thank you for the cleanest place and environment here.

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    3 years ago

    Isela did a great job helping me for my first time here at waba grill , she's very nice and helpful

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    2 years ago

    Great! Love the food it is very tasty. Would definitely come here again, didn't take a long time

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    Casa Nori Sushi Bar & Grill - Jumbo shrimp and stuffed jalapeño

    Casa Nori Sushi Bar & Grill

    4.1(428 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    We finally ordered some food from Casa Nori after literally years of driving by. I've always wanted…read moreto eat here but timing and whatever reasons prevented me from going here. At long last I decided to order a platter for a family dinner. The platter presentation was nice with plenty of rolls (7 I believe). It's a good value for the quality and quantity. Every roll was fresh and delicious. The Lemon Cilantro roll was the family favorite. We did not dine in...yet. But when I picked up the platter, the restaurant did look very nice. Big patio dining area and just a chill vibe inside. The front of house employees were friendly and very helpful. My transaction was quick and easy. Overall, a great spot for sushi in the Chula Vista area. We are definitely coming back. Especially for the happy hour offerings.

    Quality Sushi bar & grill in the Otay Ranch area! It was my first time dining in and I was wildly…read moresurprised at how packed Casa Nori can get on a Friday night. There is ample seating, good ambiance, and of course, great food. We ordered: edamame (9/10), calamari (10/10 & one of my favorites due to the great, crunchy breading), roasted brussle sprouts (10/10), otay ranch roll (7.5/10), cherry blossom roll (8/10), crunchy roll (9/10), lemon cilantro roll (10/10), cucumber salad (10/10), & yakisoba. I highly recommend Casa Nori if you want quality Japanese food that is tucked away from the rest of Eastlake/Otay Ranch.

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    Casa Nori Sushi Bar & Grill - Raspberry Lemon Drop Martini, Moscow Mule, Calamari and Pork Gyoza

    Raspberry Lemon Drop Martini, Moscow Mule, Calamari and Pork Gyoza

    Casa Nori Sushi Bar & Grill - Casa Nori Sushi Bar & Grill has All Day Happy Hour Monday-Wednesday and Thursday-Sunday from 1pm-6pm.

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    Casa Nori Sushi Bar & Grill has All Day Happy Hour Monday-Wednesday and Thursday-Sunday from 1pm-6pm.

    Sushi Roll

    Sushi Roll

    3.9(84 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    Great service from Fernanda and Elizabeth! The service was welcomed with warmth and bubbly energy …read more Fernanda and Elizabeth checked on us multiple times and make the experience amazing for our first time. The rolls were delicious and they had a good deal with some great music making the ambiance top notch. Shout out to Fernanda and Elizabeth for the amazing service. Will definitely be back and recommend this spot to everyone.

    Hmm... I'm honestly a little conflicted about this place…read more I called ahead and ordered the pork belly ramen with extra pork belly, but when I got there I still ended up waiting about 20 minutes. After getting a little impatient, I asked if my order was ready and suddenly it was brought out right away, which felt a bit off. To be fair, they did seem pretty busy, but I had placed my order 25 minutes in advance and only ordered one item, so I was expecting a smoother pickup. Though I didn't eat there, the inside was nice with tons of seating. As for the food, I wasn't blown away. The ramen had potential, but it fell a little flat for me. There wasn't much broth, the flavor was pretty mild, and the pork belly actually tasted more like chicken. It was also grilled, which wasn't really my preference for ramen. Overall, not a terrible experience, but not one that stood out either. I might come back to give their sushi a try and see if that changes my mind.

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    Roppongi Asian Bistro - Mongolian Shrimp with a Fresh Mango Salsa

    Roppongi Asian Bistro

    4.1(54 reviews)
    3.5 mi

    Roppongi is so legit. We went here the first night they were open. The Hot Rock steak is a really…read morecool dining experience. And that crab tower is really neat. The half price apps from 4-6 are where it's at. They're super affordable. Been here 3 times and it's just great every time. Plus they have NA Asahi. The Sweet & Sour Calamari. Damn. It's probably the best calamari AND sweet & sour sauce I've ever had. I'm picky about that sauce too. Like really it's that good. I hope this place actually sticks around because it's so good. Everyone who works here is super good at what they do too. Super nice people. Oh, and ocean views.

    Warning: they no longer have sushi or any raw fish. I really wish I'd known they took sushi off the…read moremenu before hand because the rest of their food is just really terrible, I'm almost positive it's just reheated Sysco products. I had my family in town and really hyped up their sushi as it was so fresh previously, I was so embarrassed when they brought out the dining equivalent to chicken nuggets. The prices are absolutely asinine, my family is already skeptical of CA prices and I was hoping to show them that sometimes they're worth it but instead this just reinforced the stereotype of paying $20 for prepackaged food. 2 stars because our waitress was super nice and gave us a free dessert. She was really apologetic as well. I hope they can turn it around, it's such a beautiful location, I'd hate to see it go to waste on such poor food.

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    Crab Stack with grilled ciabatta

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    Oi Asian Fusion

    Oi Asian Fusion

    4.6(586 reviews)
    7.4 miBarrio Logan
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    Came back again and this spot continues to deliver exactly what I'm craving: hearty, comforting…read moreFilipino flavors done right. The bowls are generous, well-balanced, and clearly made with care. The glazed pork belly over rice was rich and savory with just the right amount of sweetness, and the soft-boiled egg added that perfect jammy finish. The crispy fried chicken bowl hit hard too--super crunchy on the outside, juicy inside, and satisfying without being greasy. Lumpia were hot, crisp, and addictive, especially dipped in the sauce on the side. Everything felt fresh, filling, and reasonably priced. Simple setup, no frills--just solid food that keeps me coming back. Definitely one of those low-key spots that's easy to overlook but worth the stop.

    This is forsure one of those favorite places you go to get your Filipino fix in SD…read more The bistek and pork belly bowl were so flavorful and I love how you can upgrade to garlic rice to make it even more delicious. We also tried a side of the sweet potato fries with the dynamite sauce. After trying just the fries, we already know the dynamite sweet fries gotta be good. I love how the lumpia is so crispy and they give a lot more than other places. Rachel and Jaypee were so helpful for our first time visiting and because of the great customer service we definitely want to come back. I love how they also have games to play on the side that make it feel more family oriented. THE UBE UPSIDE DOWN IS AN ABSOLUTE MUST. It's a perfect dessert that's not too heavy for the end of your meal.

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    Rice is life!

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    Animae - Shrimp Toast

    Animae

    4.4(1.6k reviews)
    9.1 miDowntown
    $$$

    Animae is an absolute gem of a place that made my girlfriend and I's trip to San Diego, which was…read morealready amazing, that much better. I highly recommend booking well in advance because their books get full. I think I booked my reservation about a month out. Upon walking up to the restaurant, I was a bit underwhelmed, but then I walked in and was amazed by the ambiance: dark, moody, and sexy. The host was very nice and I could tell right away that she was a professional and really good at what she does. The same goes with our server, Andre, who was amazing at what he does. Even though he was covering quite a bit of tables, he made us feel totally taken care of. Huge shout out to Andre! The food was OUTSTANDING and so were the drinks. I got the Malarkey to start off. For food, we ordered the Beet Salad, Wagyu Corned Beef Fried Rice, Lobster Palabok, Chicken Adobong Pula, Sticky Rice Creme Brulee, and Matcha Ice Cream. Is that too much food for 2 people? Probably. But we ate every bite. It was that good! I would write a review on every item but that would be a VERY long review and all I really have to say is you can't go wrong with anything you order here it seems like. Maybe base your decisions off my pictures! The entire experience from the food, drink, atmosphere, service, everything was amazing. I cannot recommend this place enough! I look forward to my next visit.

    Our experience here was great! We came here for the Mother's Day Brunch. The food was exceptional…read more At first we thought the portions were small, but we were getting full halfway through our mains. Even though it was a dim sum style service, they still served the food in sequence (cold, hot, mains, dessert last) which was great. They also have cocktails available to order. Everything that came out tasted great, we particularly loved the Sinuglaw Oysters, Ensaladang Bulaklak, Chicken Arroz Caldo, Taiwanese Chicken, and Banana Coffee Cake. Pork Tocino was great too, although I wish it came with steamed rice (personal preference, lol) and the sawsawan it came with was delicious! Duck Confit Bao was greasy, but it tasted fresh and duck was cooked nicely too. We thought the Wagyu Wonton tasted okay, the portions were differently sized which was odd. Everything else tasted good. Parking is available across the street, about 2-3 mins walk. Valet is also available for $20. We were going to bring and infant and stroller but decided not to, which was great since the ambiance is more "adults only" which is not a bad thing. There were families who brought kids and strollers and it seemed to have worked out great, as Animae accommodated the strollers too. Our server Shanice did a fantastic job and took care of our needs very well. Overall the experience was great, Chef Tara is amazing. They even handed out roses for the moms which was very thoughtful. We will definitely come back here when we are in San Diego.

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    Animae - The hub checkin out the menu. Our reservation was first seating at 5pm. We beat the crowd which filled the place later.

    The hub checkin out the menu. Our reservation was first seating at 5pm. We beat the crowd which filled the place later.

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    Choi's - Galbi Glazed Tomahawk. 30 Day Dry Aged

    Choi's

    4.7(652 reviews)
    8.1 miEast Village
    $$$
    Romantic vibe
    Private events

    Came here with their revamped fine dining Korean Asian Fusion menu during Happy Hour and this place…read morewas absolutely amazing!!!!! First off, there is free parking available, just circle around the building until you see a garage entrance for retail parking. Two hours for free! Let me first explain the aesthetics of this place. Clean and modern with mid century feel accented with greenery throughout. Please note that they won't seat you until most of your party is present. We came here for Happy Hour which was from 4-6pm from Tuesday to Sunday! This is fantastic that HH includes the weekend!!!! To start, got a wellness shot which had a meld of juices and ginger. A great drink to ready your palate. For cocktails, I tried the Suika Spritz, which was refreshing! The Absolutely Pho-nomenal definitely tasted like cold Pho broth but spiked. It wasn't my favorite drink, but glad I tried it nonetheless. Of course we ordered the $1 oysters, and ordered all three - Baja, Pacific Northwest, & East Coast. It came with some Asian fusion sauces to dress our oysters. My fave was the Baja as these were the freshest! All three were smooth and non briny. On the HH menu we also tried - Bulgogi Birria Vampiro - Tender meat with bulgogi seasoned beef on top of a tostada. Really liked the meld of the two cultures in this dish. Duck Liver Mousse - Comes with rustic bread & crème fraiche. Very duck forward. I liked this because it was rich with flavor. Stone Crab Taco - Loved the nod to Loganisa in this taco! This was by far, my favorite protein dish on the HH menu!!!! Regular Menu - Mango Nasturium Kimchi Salad - I absolutely loved this vibrant and fresh dish!!!! I had to go back for second and thirds! Shishito Peppers with Bonito Flakes - This was definitely a fun and flavorful dish with lots of umami. Dessert - Hotteok and Vanilla Ice Cream - this was my favorite dessert! The pancakes were flaky and delicious!! Bonbunja Tiramisu - Beware! This has a strong coffee taste. It reminded of the strength and flavor profile of a Vietnamese coffee. I can't believe it's not cheesecake - Definitely a mix of a brûlée but with a cheesecake flavor. Confusing but works lol. We met the executive chef, Kyler, who explained and served some of dishes we ordered. The entire staff was so accommodating and even reminded us if we needed our parking validated! Our water never ran empty and our dishes were promptly taken away as we finished. Definitely a place to visit during HH since they offer amazing food and cocktail choices.

    Really good! Great service. I'd come here again. Really pretty interior…read more Loved the rack of lamb and the crudo. I definitely need to come back and try the bossam and also the desserts.

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