23 Best Japanese Restaurants in Orange

“The burgers were amazing- so tender and juicy for a default medium/medium well burger! The fried chicken sandwich was also so juicy and yet crispy, in fact I think my friend and I both preferred that, please don’t tell the owners! Just kidding..but it was great. Very light batter, but just enough crunch. The mochi waffle was yummy, and the combo of hot waffle and cold ice cream was uber-comforting. I’d recommend this place to anyone looking for a simple but extremely well thought-out meal.“

“This small sushi restaurant may not have the luxury fancy interior decor but the food beats out pretty much all the high end sushi restaurants. The fish selection, grade and quality is incredible. Sushi rice is prepared right and very light and perfect compliment to raw fish. Sashimi just melts in your mouth. You don't need soy sauce here as the fish is already marinaded and prepped to be eaten right away.“

“Enjoyed my dining in I Luv Sushi too!“

“This is my family's favorite sushi restaurant. The place is small and doesn't look fancy, but the fish is always fresh and offers many unique & delicious options. Some of our favorites are Kurodai, Amaebi, Black Dragon Rolls, and Honolulu Rolls. I also recommend the Tempura Udon and Chirashi Bowl.“

“Fantasic staff! They are always so friendly and helpful! They always remember us when we come in. The shabu is fantastic. The broth selections are wonderful and you can mix and match! Produce is fresh, lots of beers on tap. Only critisism is I wish they would change their chairs, they aren’t comfortable; the food is so good though it’s worth being uncomfortable!“

“Service was amazing! The waitress was so nice and reminded us about the deal when we were so close to it, thank you. And the food was really good for the price. Honestly, didn't have much expectations but it was really good for such a small place.“

“Love this place. Prefer to sit at the bar“

“First time Great food and exceptional service“

“Oh man where to begin! This place is a hidden gem that I was recently taken to. Ever since going my first time about a month ago, I’ve been back 5 times! The bluefin nigiri is probably the best nigiri I’ve had in Orange County (The bluefin keeps us coming back week after week). If I were to recommend anything, it would have to be the bluefin. The yellowtail and salmon nigiri are just as amazing. You can’t go wrong with anything here—the fish is incredibly fresh and flavorful, and each roll and nigiri is so unique in its own way and flavor profile. They are also incredibly generous with portion size and price! We love sitting at the bar because it makes the experience so much better!

Apart from the food, what also keeps me keeping back is the amazing hospitality and service! Whenever we walk in, we are greeted by the entire staff—the sushi chefs, hosts, and servers. The staff take great pride in ensuring that guests are taken care of, and they genuinely enjoy getting to know their guests on a personal and grounded level. A special mention to Torrance, Jay, and Robbin (The sushi chefs) who consistently put out amazing nigiri and rolls for us! Another mention to Debbie and Diana, who are so incredibly warm, friendly, and hospitable—providing the best service in town!“

“Oh my goodness! Just like the poke bowls I had in Hawaii!
So fresh, flavorful, and packed with umami—this place is a hidden gem. Every bite took me back to the islands. Honestly, a part of me doesn’t even want to leave this review because I know the lines will get longer… but the other part of me wants this place to thrive so I can keep coming back for years to come. Major props to the owner for keeping it authentic and delicious!“

“cleanest sushi we have ever eaten I will totally recomend this place 💯💯“

“We saw them on facebook and decided to make our way to this place. We tried the chicken teriyaki bowls for the kids, they devoured their food before I could get a picture. We also got a bento box to share, which came with beef and chicken teriyaki, two fried shrimp, 4 pieces of California rolls, 2 fried gyoza, salad and miso soup. We ordered an extra 12 pieces of gyoza (dumplings) to share. Food came out quick and it was so good, kids loved it and so did we! We definitely recommend this place, the staff was super friendly and nice. While eating there we saw a lot of foot traffic of people picking up big orders, that’s always a good sign.“

“I started coming here almost 20 years ago and I'm so glad they are still here! Both their beef and chicken are good, but I do prefer their beef. The taste and smell of it is very nostalgic. Their sushi is also good value, so there's something for everyone here.“

“Had such a great time at Mika Sushi last week! The sushi was not only super fresh but also beautifully presented — you can really tell they care about quality. What stood out even more was how kind and welcoming the staff were. They made the whole experience feel really comfortable and enjoyable. It’s definitely one of those places you want to come back to. Highly recommend!“

“My cousins brought me here to celebrate my 25th birthday. I love shabu, and I have yet to try this spot out.

Parking: They're located in a medium sized plaza, and there's plenty of free parking.

Ambiance/Environment: It's very clean inside. There's a decent amount of seating. We visited on a Thursday night, so it wasn't too busy.

Service: Our server was efficient. We didn't catch her name, but she was knowledgable about the menu when we asked questions. Throughput was under 15 min after ordering. After receiving our orders, our server checked on us a couple times.

Soup & meats: My bf and I ordered the 'specials for 2' and went with the shared brisket set. The soup was decent; wasn't too salty. My favorite part were the briskets. It came with a generous amount of briskets. The toppings were also fresh. This special included beers and desserts.“

“The Food:
J Sushi knows how to do it right. We stopped in for lunch when we got to California and it was so good we came back the next day. We tried a few rolls, nigiri, udon, and some of their fried options. Everything came out fast, fresh, and full of flavor. Clean, balanced, and delicious from start to finish.

The Vibe:
Casual, comfortable, and welcoming. It’s the perfect spot for a relaxed lunch or an easy dinner. Simple décor, friendly faces, and great food which is exactly what you want from a neighborhood sushi place.

The Value:
Fair portions and reasonable prices make this a no-brainer. You can taste the quality without the upscale price tag.

Final Word:
Fresh, fast, flavorful, and worth coming back for (again).

#JSushi #OrangeEats #CaliforniaSushi #SushiLovers #LocalFind #FreshAndFast“

“I ordered takeout from this sushi restaurant and was really impressed. The sushi was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented—even for to-go. The staff were super friendly and helpful, making the whole ordering process easy and pleasant. My food arrived quickly and still felt fresh, which made the experience even better. Definitely a place I would return to and recommend to others.“

“The food here is so delicious and the customer service is top tier! I'm so glad that there was a man outside giving out samples because I would have definitely missed out walking past this place. I got the shrimp and chicken combo and the portion size was so great everything was cooked to Perfection and was very tasty I didn't even need any additional sauces to go with the food and the customer service was so amazing and I can't wait to come back here and I think you should try it too!“

“Went late last night (about 40 minutes before closing). I was informed by Mike at the register that there was only enough teriyaki chicken for one regular bowl. Of course, I went there to purchase like 3 large bowls and 1 regular bowl full of teriyaki chicken. Never fear, Mike and Freddy, the shift manager, cooked some more chicken just for me and made my family’s night. Thank you guys for the awesome customer service. Also, the environment in there was super chill!“

“We love this place! Delicious, fresh Asian cuisine, made to order, exactly how you want it! We love the teriyaki beef with noodles and the cream cheese wontons are my favorite, better than anywhere else!

Main Place Mall is thriving and it's really nice to see mall culture alive and well!

Osaka Japan is one of many great options, one of our favorite weekly spots to visit! Give them a try! They will even give you a free sample to try and you will see just how delicious their food is! 😊“

“Been coming here for 22 years. Still our favorite sushi place by far ❣️“

“Overall solid value for the price and although the sauces lacked flavor I will say the beef was smoky and tasty! The spicy pork wasn’t bad, I felt the plate portions were ok for the price. If the sauces got a bit better flavor and less vinegary for the spicy one I would’ve been more pleased. But it’s a great atmosphere and awesome friendly service. Easy to do for a quick lunch!“

“I've been to this sushi bar a few times, they never disappoint. I like that they have plenty of options with no crab meat, and I like their yellowtail rolls. The amount of fish in the rolls is generous, and the size of a portion is big. The second set of the rolls is 50% off before 3 pm (not sure if that works everyday or just weekends)“