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0 STARS - Extremely Disappointing Experience We were regulars at YouandI Sushi back when Chris was the owner and head chef, and we always enjoyed coming in. We had been going to his new restaurant, Onori, but the line was out the door (well deserved!), so we decided to give You another visit instead. Biggest mistake. From the moment we arrived, the experience was disappointing. We initially requested to sit at the sushi bar as a party of five. The staff cleaned it up for us, only to tell us when we went to sit down that they had miscounted and couldn't accommodate us. We were then offered a table where we would have to squeeze in, followed by a booth. Fine, things happen, and we were willing to be flexible. Then came the service, or lack thereof. We ordered beers, and our young server brought them out without any glasses. We waited over 15 minutes for chilled glasses. To his credit, he eventually poured our beers for us, which was a nice gesture. However, he then turned to walk away without asking if we were ready to order food. Someone at our table actually had to stop him to place our order. The timing of the food was absolutely unacceptable. I completely understand that sushi takes time to prepare, especially when it comes to hand-crafted dishes like hand rolls that should be served promptly to prevent the nori from becoming soggy. We weren't expecting everything to arrive instantaneously, but there is a difference between taking the time to prepare quality food and providing disorganized, unprofessional service. Our food arrived in completely disjointed intervals. One person received their food, then we waited another 20 minutes for someone else's, and the pattern continued. The last person in our party ordered two rolls and two pieces of nigiri. They received only the nigiri, and we had to ask what happened to the rolls. They had completely forgotten about them. Throughout this entire experience, no one offered water refills or checked whether we needed anything. It honestly felt as though the staff were more concerned with cleaning up and closing the restaurant for the night than taking care of the customers who were still dining. And then there was the bill. I understand the value of quality sushi. I understand the cost of importing ingredients, the skill required of a sushi chef, and the work that goes into preparing fresh fish. I am absolutely willing to pay for quality. What I am not willing to pay for is an overpriced meal accompanied by some of the most disappointing service I've experienced at a sushi restaurant. We split the check between our party of five, and our portion alone was $238 for just two people. We weren't paying the bill for the entire table; $238 was simply our share. I genuinely could not believe it. For that price, I expect exceptional food, attentive service, and an overall experience that makes the cost worthwhile. This was nowhere close. For comparison, Chris's restaurant, Onori, is ten times better in both quality and overall experience, at a fraction of the price. After visiting Onori, it's especially difficult to justify spending this kind of money at YouandI. Honestly, the pricing is the only thing that makes this experience even more frustrating. If you're going to charge premium prices, the food, service, and overall experience need to reflect that. Here, they simply don't. It's disappointing to see a restaurant we once frequented fall so far from what we remember. We gave YouandI a chance out of familiarity, and we left wishing we had waited in the line at Onori instead. Save your money and go to Onori. You'll get a much better experience and won't leave wondering how a dinner for two cost $238 when the service couldn't even keep track of your food.
Service was quick and friendly. We were there on a weekend for dinner and were seated right away. Ordered the tempura udon and it was delicious. Lots of food too! We also liked the rolls that we ordered
Be warned, this is NOT THE SAME OWNER!! So we've been going there for years, proportions have went significantly small and the quality of fish is not the same! Only giving it an extra star because it was such a special restaurant and I believe they can fix this and go back to what was originally served.
Tasty Tempura treat - not the traditional tempura but nevertheless crunchy and perfectly cooked. Sashimi combo nice presentation!
If you're in the are, this is decent sushi. Their nigiri was by far the best out of everything we ordered. Their spicy tuna texture wasn't my favorite and it was in our rolls, so I wouldn't get those again. The lava stones were alright, but getting crispy rice is hard to execute properly. We did have a longer wait from when we ordered, which was odd. My friend got their roll and we waited another 10 minutes for mine to come out. Inside is pretty; it does give a fun sushi experience.
Don't let the location fool you. This is a GEM- a great find. We almost doubted the reviews and pictures but so glad we stopped here for dinner. Typically we have a few spots in riverside or corona we go to.... We ventured out a little and were not disappointed. This is some of the best sushi we had in awhile. The quality was melt in your mouth good- super fresh. This is what we ordered. Coronado roll Rainbow roll Salmon, tuna, toro two piece sushi- we could eat a bucket of toro if it was offered. No soy sauce needed. Softshell crab and spicy salmon hand roll. If you get a chance to try their soft shell crab, do it. The hand rolls were on the smaller side but what's on the inside was quality fish. Don't miss out on this hole on the wall sushi spot. We went on a Friday night and did not have to wait long for a seat. Great lighting, with friendly and helpful waiters. We will be back. The pictures don't capture the taste
Been here for my husband's birthday a couple times and couple times with friends. It's good and fun and we always have a good time. I believe it's the hot lava stones that are really a treat! Service is good also.
Honestly had low expectations considering Temecula isn't the Mecca of sushi. I was pleasantly surprised!! The quality of the fish is pretty amazing. It's comparable to sushi restaurants in San Diego and LA. You can't go wrong with anything as we tried sushi, sashimi, rolls and appetizers. The fish was fresh with no fishy aftertaste. What made it even better was the customer service provided by Mateo! He was enthusiastic and friendly. He made sure we were taken care of! I will definitely be back!!!
Fresh fish? Check! Clean surroundings? yep. Friendly staff? You better believe it! Better sushi than many places near the sea. I now have a favorite in Temecula. But, I ate too much. Don't miss this gem.
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2 years ago
Delicious sushi and great customer service! I am wary of trying new sushi rolls because I can be picky but I enjoyed everything we ordered. We ordered the Lamborghini, Drunken Tiger, and something with lobster. The servers are friendly and there was even a song for a customer's birthday! I'll go back just to try different rolls on the menu read more
The restaurant is clean, nicely designed, plenty of parking! The bathroom is clean too. Service is GREAT! FAST! SUPER NICE!! The lady we had was FANTASTIC! Couldn't ask for a better server! The food was good! I got the Mexican roll it's not spicy-don't be afraid! The drunken tiger was good and worth the calories lol! I loved the miso soup! They offer you a soup and salad which is awesome!! Our server was honestly amazing and so kind! Really enjoyed it here! read more
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3 years ago
Great, friendly service. Food was delicious and since we went there during happy hour, quite inexpensive as well! Very surprised with the quality of the sushi and sashimi for the price! First time there and guaranteed it won't be the last. Will be back... for sure! Thank you! read more
2 years ago
The freshest fish you can find in Temecula! The staff is friendly and the chef was kind enough to create a custom roll for me when I asked for something specific. Decorations are cozy and inviting but still spacious! The only thing I'd prefer is if they had an all you can eat option. However the a la carte prices are fair and justified. Highly recommend! read more
It was a good idea to go here for Valentine's Day last minute. My bf and I wasn't planning on eating out. However, I was too exhausted to cook from work and gyming. Ended up here. We waited for only 15 minutes to be sat at the bar. It was definitely a nice experience. My bf and I spent less screen time while waiting because we were just watching the chef's do their thing. We always order our usual, Soft shell crab hand roll 10/10 Toro hand roll 10/10 Love Me Tender 10/10. It was nice of Chris to put lemons on my roll. I usually order the Love Me Tender and then ask for thin cut lemons on the side. I think he caught on, that I top my rolls with them. Thanks Chris! This will forever be the best sushi spot in town. Rice portion, the quality of their rice, it's never mushy. The fish is always fresh. Even on busy days, they are always on top of their game. read more
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2 years ago
The Polar Bear roll with the chefs sauce is amazing. It's a perfect dish and so filling. Service is great. The owner was also there at the front trying to help too so that shows how committed he is to his business and customers. It's a very pretty restaurant inside too. read more
4 years ago
Was here in September of 2022 for a friends birthday. Party of 10. They were accommodating to set up a table for our larger party. Everyone in our group enjoyed the food and service. Forgot to do a review in September. We will be back when we visit CA read more
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I came here for dinner with my son the other night. I ran across Youandi by accident while I was going to grab some coffee. It's a little hidden and I saw it from the corner of my eye. I'm so glad I did! We walked in and were greeted and sat down right away. There were 2 girls that helped us out, both very attentive and very nice. The place was so cute inside, I loved the ambiance! The sushi was fresh and so good! Even the water was served in a cute glass bottle. I definitely recommend this place to anyone that loves sushi! read more
It was great getting back on the raid again. One of the best things about my what I do is bring about to check out local businesses. I decided to grab some sushi for lunch. Youandi (clever name) is family friendly and after this pandemic is keeping their restaurant clean and up to the standards that California has set. When you come in you're welcome with a complementary soup and salad. The staff are fast and friendly and the food is fantastic. I ordered the dancing eel and drunk and tiger roll which I found both to be absolutely delicious. I loved the unique flavors and crunches that you get. I also ordered some Shashi me to see the freshness of the fish and I was not let down. If you're considering coming to the sushi bar do not hesitate to try them out. read more
2 years ago
This is an excellent place. Dishes are amazing. And I want to thank our waitress Joy for the best service. I have lots of different allergies to fish (!) So we were able to sort it out and I'm alive after visiting this place. Thank you so much! read more
4 years ago
Best sushi rolls I've ever had! The fish was so fresh and delicious. We got to try Chris' Special Roll, Taste Like My Ex-girlfriend Roll( This roll is out of this world so so good) and Sushi Combo. Definitely going back. Highly recommend! read more
4 years ago
Loved everything about this. The space is small and intimate, so you get excellent service. The food is fresh and made well. We tried a few different sushi rolls and an appetizer, we had to take some home it was too much for just two people. I felt bad not eating everything right then- it was so delicious it deserved to be eaten! Each person starts with complimentary salad and miso soup. The rolls have fun names and are unique combinations and flavors. I can't wait to return. New favorite sushi spot! read more
2 years ago
7 years ago
Went to try this out since it was near my Bf's CNA school. Lots of parking due to it being in a big area. Inside decor was wonderful, and very original. Staff was very patient & helpful on what I had questions on to pick. Took around 20mins of waiting. The food.. bit pricey. I mean sushi is pricey in general. I don't mind paying for it since I love it a lot. But, the rolls didn't really stand out to me... My bf got a crawfish type popcorn roll because he enjoys those types. I liked the spicy salmon on top of my shrimp tempura roll. The sauce was nice, but ok. Might give the place another try sometime if I'm in the area. But for now, I'll be sticking to my usual spot in Murrieta. read more
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3 years ago
Best seafood in town! Such a hidden gem. My new favorite sushi spot. I was at a winery and someone recommended this place. I am so glad they did. read more
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5 years ago
Wow! Everything was so delicious! I'm sad I didn't find this place sooner. I've been missing out. Definitely hands down the best in Temecula. Can't wait to come back again. read more
5 years ago
Well this was disappointing. YouandI Sushi is delicious, my fave sushi spot! But this...this is not what I've gotten in the past. I ordered through GrubHub (quick service, no issues), 1 classic roll & 2 hand rolls. I've never seen a hand roll this tiny. It's SO SMALL. I have little hands...is this a new finger roll they offer? What the heck!? Flavor still on point, but good grief, I'd like to get some of what I pay for. After fees and tip, I paid $39, for one roll and 2 finger rolls. (Yes I added $5 to the already $2.50 charge for the driver, but still, that's a lot). I've ordered their handrolls before and never had this issue. Please do better! I don't want to have to give up my fave sushi joint! read more
This place was A-ok. Came here for lunch and the decor and ambiance was welcoming and even though we went at prime lunch time, it was surprisingly not busy being located in a high traffic area. It was clean organized and we were greeted and seated almost immediately. We ordered a fried calamari side, a lobster popcorn roll and my friend had a beef sukiyaki bento. We were given complimentary salads and miso soup, both were yummy, loved the miso ginger dressing. The calamari was ok, spicy tempura battered whole baby squids. Definitely A+ for presentation, everything was beautifully plated. Sadly I didn't care for my roll, the tempura lobster pieces were flavorless and just tasted of fried oil. They also garnish everything with masago, which I normally wouldn't touch as I don't eat raw seafood, but I was pleasantly surprised that I was ok with it. My friend enjoyed her dish so I am happy about that, we both shared her vegetable tempura which I feel was the best part of both our meals and they were definitely not stingy with the serving. The Japanese pancake on the side was bland and lacking flavor, we both didn't care for it. At the end of the meal, we were offered complimentary ice cream and the only flavor they had was azuki (red bean) which was also just ok. I love how generous they are with their complimentary items, but bummed that I wasn't too impressed with the food. We ended our meal with hot tea which hit the spot. Our server Chris was amazing! Very friendly, polite and attentive in refilling our waters as well. They have so much on their menu, So I would definitely be willing to go back and try something else and bump up my rating! read more
This busy place sat us down within a 5 minute wait on a Saturday night... not bad! The music was loud but got even louder when they brought out a a little treat for someone who was celebrating their birthday. My ears almost burst from the decibel shock but all was forgiven when the food came out. Each dish was large and delicious. Most surprising was the chriashi bowl. Not only was the sashimi pieces large m, but three melt in your mouth pieces of toro were nestled in there! Hubs always orders chriashi bowls and none of them ever contained toro! What a sweet treat?! It's our go to Japanese restaurant. read more
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I've been to various sushi restaurants around SoCal and this has to be one of the best! The fish melts in your mouth. It is pricey but it is worth. Everything was delicious - from the wasabi (not just squeezed out of a bottle) to the sashimi! I also appreciate that they actually put a little wasabi in each sushi. It is how sushi is correctly made but not a lot of places around here do it. The service was great and the chef even came by to check up on us about the food. Sadly, we came too early and the toro delivery has not yet arrived. But we still had a great time. We will definitely be back!! Our favorite roll: Gary's Special read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
Tonight I met Ian, a sushi chef with experience in New York and California. We chatted about Luzon in the Philippines, where I have been often. Tonight I followed Chris' recommendations for the live shrimp, Spanish mackerel and yellowtail. All most excellent!!!! I am happy for both Chris and Ian, and I wish them well in transitioning the great reputation of Youandi! read more
This place is so underrated. Everything was so good and quality was amazing! The prices are affordable without compromising quality. They had fresh cuts and uni from Santa Barbara. There was this roll that had salmon, tuna, yellowtail, and negi toro that just melted in your mouth. Took my cousin here for his birthday along with our family and they were so attentive with everything we ordered. They sang happy birthday to him and the lights in the restaurant turned down with club lights while they were singing and I thought that was a fun. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Great little gem for Sushi in Temecula where they fly in fresh fish from Japan such as Kinmedai, Shima Aji, Sea Scallops from Hokkaido, and Sea Perch. Incredible flavors and perfectly cut and prepared. Also had a very good selection of Sake. Can't wait to come back! read more
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27371 Jefferson Ave
Ste W
Temecula, CA 92590
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