50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Corona Del Mar

“4.50/5.00.

Excellent food value (surprise me, SM lite) & service.

Go during weekdays 1at seating if you can.

Kama (?) toro is excellent.

Weekend is a little hit and miss either way rice falling off and uni not so fresh (B-/C), mistaken orders.

Tasteful. Excellent attention to detail overall.

Management: not big deal but please clean under the table.“

“Authentic, great service, fun staff!“

“place is awesome. quick and tasty“

“Amazing people and amazing service!! Food came out in seconds.. got the nikutama Bento!! Soo good!! Definitely a must try when you come here.

Everything was even better thanks to the friendly staff ❤❤“

“Very good environment and food!“

“Service is wonderful. Everyone is friendly. It’s like going to my Obason’s to have dinner. Everything about this place is authentically Okinawan. Oishī“

“Such a cute spot next to UCI! The interior decor is gorgeous — such a vibe! They have beer, sake, and COFFEES! Everything on the menu looks soo good. Many of the rolls use the same ingredients so that’s an area for potential improvement, but didn’t take away from the experience.

Service was great, our server was very kind and attentive. I didn’t love that water for the table was already sitting on each table when we arrived, it looked like it had been there all day. The ginger and wasabi was a similar situation, it didn’t look fresh, but when we requested more the server immediately replaced it!

It was so quiet and chill in this area, and they have outdoor seating as well where families were hanging out. Very mellow and cute.

We were in the area for a concert, but would definitely return for Botan Sushi! Thank you!“

“Been coming here for 2yrs. Always fresh, clean and delicious. James is a Master.“

“Well worth the wait! GREAT sushi, service and quality.“

“Very good“

“You need to make a reservation which is $50/person. You wait till your time opens and then you go. Small room with 1 tabletop.

Lunch omakase deal is great for $68. Friendly servers and chefs. The one we had today was very friendly and engaged in conversation. All the fish tasted fresh and loved the pairings that went with them.

They put a candle in the dessert for the birthday person which is a nice touch. Would totally go back!“

“Fish was very fresh and service was attentive and kind. Stopped by here on our way to beach and had the best lunch. As a Japanese American who has had sushi in Japan, this place is legit! Authentic sushi, good options and friendly service what more could you ask for!“

“Our second time( we’re from Long Beach) and we love coming back here because of the foods:etc.“

“We have been there many times and love it! One of the best sushi restaurants I know! I prefer sashimi and the presentation is beautiful and mouthwatering!“

“The vibe and sushi/bento box were fire 🔥 🔥🔥“

“Never thought I'd like sushi but now I do!! Very delicious! Will definitely go back again soon! �“

“I had a light dinner of super delicious, fresh sashimi salad and miso soup. Both were wonderful. Good food must make you happy, because all of the staff and the customers at the sushi bar were very sweet and friendly. I will definitely go back.“

“So good!!! A must when in Orange County!“

“Super solid sushi spot. The fish tastes really fresh, everything is well-prepared, and you can tell there’s real care behind the food. Nothing feels rushed or overdone just simple, high quality sushi done right. Definitely a go to if you want something reliable and consistently good. Thank you so much sushi sho!! & The lovely host tonight.“

“Great food, you get a lot of food for your money! Had the Chicken Katsu, came with the chicken, rice, some vegetables and broth. A great amount of food for the price. Great Customer Service. Located inside the WestPark Plaza. Lots of options to choose from and this is a sure bet.“

“Why did I wait so long to come here? I've seen Pepper Lunch around and I never tried it. The food was so good! Reasonably priced for the quality. Also, I have to say that the staff in the front was very attentive and they keep the place spotless. Seeing a clean dining room is always impressive.“

“Needed a healthy option for my daughter and this is her favorite.

Super fresh ingredients and tasty quality I expect of sushi and bowls. The teriyaki chicken bowl is very tasty and enjoyable.

We generally get to-go. The eat-in option are basic tables and chairs.“

“Ordered for the entire office!
Ive had the chicken bowl and the tempura plate. It has been consistently great in service and quality! I recommend it for anyone looking for delicious fast and healthy meal- their portions are very generous as well!“

“This is an amazing restaurant with fantastic food and truly incredible owners who give back to the community. I recently learned that they’re one of the diamond sponsors supporting Tzu Chi USA, a nonprofit humanitarian organization that has provided significant disaster relief here in the U.S. — including over $2.5 million in cash aid to wildfire survivors in Los Angeles and ongoing support efforts for Maui wildfire survivors and other disaster-affected communities. Thank you for your generosity and leadership.🙏🙏🙏“

“A very good hotpot restaurant. Best in S. Cal. We had the standard AYCE option. You need to watch when the servers deliver the meat as the highest quality meat will get taken quickly. Same for the lobster rolls. I highly recommend that you give this place a try.“

“Visited this place when they came out with their sizzling smash burgers.

I loved every dish we tried!

Ordered:
Kari Kari Chicken - THE GARLIC SOY IS SO GOOD, I WISH I COULD TAKE A TUB HOME!
Sizzling Double Smash Cheese burger with curry and cheese sauces
Ishiyaki with Tonkatsu

Overall, the food is great and flavorful. The curry is slightly sweet and savory, not the floral or overly spiced one. I love that the food stays hot since they're served on sizzling plates/bowl. I loved dipping my burger into the sauce. It was definitely an experience!

The service (from Elaine) was excellent and there is ample parking. I recommend! OH, kids eat free on weekdays.“

“We had a wonderful dining experience at Ootoro Bar! The sashimi and sushi were incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. The Umami truffle pasta was rich and flavorful, and the sea bass was perfectly cooked 👍 I also really enjoyed the avocado & seaweed salad — so refreshing and delicious.

Great food, relaxing atmosphere, and plenty of parking spaces available — definitely a place we’ll come back to again!!“

“I went there for the first time I ordered 5 piece sashimi was very good and fresh ordered twice and delicious oysters omg 😳 and sashimi scallops was outstanding I give this restaurant 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“We’ve been here several times now, and it never disappoints. The prices are honestly some of the best around, especially for the quality and portion sizes you get. They have a huge selection of sushi rolls, so there’s something for everyone, and everything we’ve tried has been fresh and delicious. The baked lobster roll is definitely worth ordering! The staff is always friendly, service is quick, and the atmosphere is relaxed. If you’re looking for great sushi without spending a fortune, this place is hard to beat. We’ll definitely keep coming back!“

“Amazing Japanese cuisine in Costa Mesa, CA. This place is one of the best Japanese restaurants in all of Orange County. The interior style resembles what all Japanese restaurants should look like, and most importantly, the food and service was top notch. They have an extensive sushi menu and it has always been very fresh and also Japanese imported. Hands down, my top 5 favorite Japanese restaurants in California.“

“The best food in town! we love this place and Chloe!!!“

“Love the Teriyaki Steak & the Lobster Roll❤️“

“The last hidden gem in Costa Mesa. This easily tops waiting for chick fil a down the street. I let the cashier guide my order because I was too tired to come to a decision. He suggested the special which was wise of him because it includes 4 karage (tender fried chicken thigh) a potato croquette, 3 cali roll pieces and a salad with potato salad, excellent for a post 9 hour work day meal. My pregnant wife got the 5 piece karage and said it changed her life for the better. I didn’t take pictures because I was so in awe and in the moment. It was photo ready. The food comes out RIPPING hot. Which made us so comfortable eating there, especially pregnant knowing they make everything actually fresh to order, cooked to appropriate temperature to ensure food safety. Not just marketing fresh, there is nothing siting here waiting for you to order, this is not fast food. They tell you it’s going to take a few minutes and it’s worth the wait because they do not compromise on quality here. With that being said it’s not even that long and I will no longer be visiting chick fil a when this place is open and it’s much healthier.
Props to the owners/ cooks/ and cashier for getting us right.“

“Great food and great staff“

“Tony knows how to do it right... will recommend“

“Outstanding freshness of their fish and great service 😀“

“this was me and my husband's anniversary dinner
We happen to stumble across this restaurant
Hats off too this place! Everything was so delicious so fresh, and not only that it was so beautiful the presentation the taste the quality of the food was top-notch“

“Such a wonderful omakase experience! The chef is incredibly talented and clearly puts a lot of thought and skill into every dish. The quality and freshness of the ingredients were excellent, and each course was beautifully presented and thoughtfully prepared.

I especially appreciated EDY the chef’s, his creativity and attention to detail. Everything felt balanced, refined, and carefully crafted. You can really tell there is passion behind the food.

Overall, a memorable dining experience with high-quality sushi and a very talented chef. Definitely a place I would recommend and would love to visit again!
We have more than in picts, but can’t take since taking care a 3yo at that time. Even my daughter love some of the couses😉🥰.“

“H.B. Roll for me. Beef udon(noodles on the side) for my wife. This is our usual go-to. But I got really sick last week 😭“

“The service was great and the sushi was delish! Great job redecorating and the music was nice too! 👍✌️🍣“

“So good and server are very friendly“

“Absolutely loved it here. The food was amazing. ❤️“

“At Mitsuwa Market, there’s a big food court with a lot of good spots where you can eat tasty food without spending too much.

I went to Miyabi Tei because I wanted a proper meal, something with meat and a side and not a soup based.
The staff were super friendly, they even swapped the fish in my dish for beef, and it came with miso soup, so everything was really delicious.“

“The best ramen you will ever eat anywhere. Great service. Great prices. Worth the wait.“

“Love the Salmon bowl with brown rice. Fast healthy and reasonable prices.“

“Had a really good experience at GU Ramen Taps & Tapas recently. The ramen was flavorful, the tapas were perfect for sharing, and the drinks selection was solid too. We went during happy hour and the atmosphere was super fun and relaxed, definitely a place we’ll be coming back to.“

“Absolutely incredible sushi spot. Its a pretty small place, only a handful of tables, but it was quiet when I was there on a sunday evening.

The staff was attentive and kind, and had good recommendations. The food was amazing, and one of the chefs even came out to ask if we had any questions when we looked like we needed help!

I will absolutely be back next time I'm in the area.“

“There are restaurants that chase perfection and there are restaurants that simply make you happy you walked through the door. Miyabi falls squarely into the second category.

No, this isn’t the best beef I’ve ever had. If you’re hunting for the most exclusive wagyu or the rarest cuts imaginable, there are places that will happily charge you two or three times as much. That’s not what Miyabi is trying to be.

What it does, it does exceptionally well. My wife and I came for the lunch special and by the time we left we both looked at each other and said the same thing. We’re definitely coming back.

The value is outstanding. The meat is fresh, beautifully sliced and generous. The broths are clean without being bland. I went with the kombu while my wife chose the yuzu and both were excellent in completely different ways.

The real surprise was the ponzu. Most ponzu leans too sweet or too salty. This one somehow lands perfectly in the middle. Bright, balanced and exactly what I wanted with every bite of beef and vegetables.

The vegetable bar is another thoughtful touch. Extra greens, scallions, grated daikon, garlic and everything is there whenever you want it instead of waiting for someone to bring it over.

Service deserves its own paragraph. They somehow found that balance that’s harder than it looks. They’re never hovering over your table, but they’re never impossible to find either. Water stayed full, empty plates disappeared and whenever we needed something, someone was already walking over before we had to ask. That’s good hospitality.

The restaurant itself is comfortable. A little darker than some shabu places, but clean, relaxed and somewhere you actually want to linger. We happened to catch the World Cup on the TVs, which somehow made an already enjoyable lunch feel even more relaxed.

If I had one criticism, it’d be the rice. It was just a touch firmer than I prefer. Still perfectly edible, especially with their crispy chili topping, but not quite as soft as I’d hoped.

Don’t skip the hot drops. It brings serious heat without overwhelming the food. Spicy enough to wake everything up, but never so aggressive that it masks the flavor of the broth or the beef.

Miyabi isn’t trying to be the flashiest shabu restaurant in Southern California. It’s trying to serve a genuinely satisfying meal at a fair price with attentive service and thoughtful details. Mission accomplished. I’ll absolutely be back.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I had the best experience at Tabu Shabu! I sat out on the patio with my dog and it was absolutely perfect—comfortable, welcoming, and such a great vibe. I ordered a glass of wine and started with the cucumber appetizer and edamame, both super fresh and full of flavor. The highlight was the salmon bowl with rice…so delicious, perfectly cooked, and so satisfying. The service was friendly, the food came out quickly, and they made me (and my pup!) feel totally at home. I think everyone came out at some point to visit with me and my pup. Highly recommend if you’re looking for great food, a relaxing atmosphere, and a dog-friendly spot for a drink and apps (cant do hotpot outside, but still worth it).“

“The food was amazing. My family of five enjoyed it so much. The staff were super attentive. Made sure we were aware of the specials to get the best deal. Food was 10/10. Honestly the best we had in Huntington during our stay. Portion were very generous. We will visit on our next trip!“