50 Best Sushi Bars near Poway

“4 of us dining. We shared the delicious gyoza, we all had Sapporo beers and shared unfiltered sake. The beverages were perfectly chilled and welcomed on a hot evening. The following rolls were ordered; Spicy Tuna with avocado, the Rolls-Royce, and the Orange Crush (hold the cream cheese). Very fresh and tasty! Bento box with Katsu chicken was appetizing. Our server was friendly and service was excellent.“

“Love their Bento Box! Tempura veggies, salad , California roll, teriyaki chicken are delicious 😋 Fast & friendly service.“

“Great atmosphere, great service , Great Food 🍶“

“Sashimi and sushi are very fresh. Staff is attentive, friendly and gets your order correct. Very delicious combinations.“

“Our favorite spot for sushi and sashimi😍“

“Amazing omakase, friendly and knowledgeable staff“

“Chef TJ treats you like family! It’s the best Omakase experience my fiancee and I ever had. Whenever I have visitors or just want to treat my fiancee to a date, this place is best for all occasions. Here’s some photos of just a few of the things we have eaten there (there would be more but you honestly don’t want to be on your phone and just be in the moment…also it’s all delicious). Highly recommend this place!“

“The food is SO good. The chef was super friendly and nice. We can’t wait to go back. 😄“

“We’ve been so happy with each dinning experience we’ve had at Tsunami! The service is excellent and their food extraordinary! The sushi is fresh and they have their own unique creations as well as the classics. Their tempura is a delight and the prawns are crazy good! If you’re a sushi fan, this is a must go!!!“

“Our first time after trying places when Akai Hana and we loved it. it's clean, inviting, friendly and the food/sushi is quality! We will be back.“

“Great food...would definitely recommend this restaurant 😍“

“This is probably one of the best sushi places I’ve had in San Diego county. You would never expect it, but the appetizers are fire and the rolls are absolutely incredible. I probably went back to this place six times in three weeks and I wish I went back a 7th“

“My family and I love this sushi place. It offers real Japanese cuisine and hot sake. The prices are fare. The atmosphere is casual and family-friendly. So.etimes theres a wait. But not always. They have a second dinning room they'll open if it gets busy.“

“Sai Japanese Bistro is one of those places we always come back to. The fish is consistently fresh, everything is amazing and really well done, and the service just feels genuinely welcoming. It’s an easy go-to when we want something comforting but still a little special.“

“We love Kappa! Good food Good service Good vibe“

“It’s a large store that has a bit of everything—from Japanese snacks to cosmetics and quirky items. The place is clean, and the service is friendly and attentive; I’d definitely recommend a visit—it’s worth it, because once you step inside, you’re sure to end up buying at least one thing.“

“Came here for happy hour 3-6pm and I really enjoyed their food. Fair prices and great quality.

Takoyaki ($4.95)
Salmon Kama ($5.95)
Shrimp tempura crunch roll ($12.95)
Spicy yellowtail roll ($7.95)
Spicy salmon roll ($7.95)

Everything was so tasty! Salmon Kama was our favorite and I have never seen it on a happy hour menu before. Such a big piece that was so fatty and meaty! We ordered a few of those! It does take a while to make so allow time for this.

Already made plans to come back again next week!“

“Good experience! Friendly atmosphere“

“very good food and service“

“This place was really good. I got a to-go order and was really surprised at how many extra sides I got along with my two rolls. I didn't think I ordered that much but was absolutely full when I ate everything. The Philadelphia roll had a generous amount of cream cheese. I'm definitely going back for more.“

“This was a grocery store with a more popular Japanese sushi.I love how they display their food with price tags that describe its flavor and how to best prepare or pair it! Price was great and taste so good for take home sushi.
I will be back again for sushi and roll. Thank you sushi love.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely Fantastic!

Sushi Hana hands down one of the best sushi spots I’ve ever visited. The fish is unbelievably fresh, the rolls are beautifully prepared, and every bite bursts with flavor. The staff are warm, attentive, and make you feel right at home from the moment you walk in. The atmosphere is cozy yet modern—perfect for both a casual lunch or a special night out.“

“Clean store with polite staff and good quality sushi. It’s my go to when I’m feeling too lazy to make anything for lunch or if I’m shopping nearby. I also love that they are one of the only places around here that have zaru soba, and my husband says their baked salmon roll is his favorite of all time. The staff remember you if you come in more than once and have excellent service too!“

“I enjoyed my visit to @zzansushisoju so much!
The atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, and feels very special and unique.
They even offer a cute #karaoke style room if you’re looking to host a private event, which I thought was such a lovely touch.
Their dishes are very generous, and everything we tried was delicious.
The Seafood #Pajeon (Korean pancake) is packed with seafood—you can taste it in every bite! 🦐
My favorite was the #Bulgogi japchae which was cooked to perfection and had such a deliciously savory flavor. 🤤

They also have a great variety of #sushi options that you definitely don’t want to miss.

Highly recommend paying them a visit.“

“II have to say it was so bussy and the cashier did a fantastic job in making sure we got our order asap ..! congratulations the service was spectacular the place was spotless the atmosphere was so inviting and the food was out of this world good I RAQUEL HIGHLY RECOMEND IT👏 YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED 👌 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟“

“Great service and food was yummy.. I had the TJ Roll and another one with albacore, spicy tuna and shrimp. 2nd one was delicious.“

“Food is excellent, a bit pricey but they uses high quality freshest ingredients 😚🤌🏻 I would definitely pay for it. Packaging looks elegant too. Highly recommend this place. They make their own soy sauce which compliments their sushi/nigiri/sashimi really well. My husband and I got the sashimi and nigiri, our son loves the mixed/combo sando (Tonkutsu, shrimp and egg)“

“Solid neighborhood joint for Japanese and Korean food. The ramen is decent as are the rolls. The staff is always friendly.

We come here on a pretty regular basis for a simple and well priced evening meal out.

Good food but not a destination.“

“Best all you can eat sushi in north county“

“The person that greeted was so nice and welcoming. My first time here and she was very helpful with the menu. Food tastes amazing-so well seasoned and generous especially the lunch bowl-it was a lot! This place will now be my go to since it’s so close to work!“

“Great experience at Ju-ichi! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, and everything we ordered tasted excellent. The service was just as impressive—friendly, attentive, and welcoming throughout our visit. Great food combined with great service always makes for an enjoyable experience. Definitely a place I’d be happy to visit again and recommend to others!“

“Don't let the rating fool you. This place is great! The staff always takes of me when I go in. I was there tonight.“

“Big crab legs, big oysters + military discount.“

“If you're in the mood for sushi this has got to be the place you go to. The fish was extremely fresh and melts in your mouth, the rice was perfectly textured and flavored, and the toppings/cream cheese was all well proportioned. Not to mention we were caught off guard with how large the sushi rolls were. Only got 4 rolls and had to take a few pieces home. 4 sushi rolls, a curry, an udon, gyoza, and drinks all for under 100 dollars, in California? You can't ask for better. This will be our go to spot for sushi for sure.“

“Went to Kotobuki for the second time with my daughter and took take out home for my husband and mother in law. We got an avocado roll, miso soup, edamame. Rooibos tea. We took spicy tuna, crunchy roll and California roll home. We all enjoyed the food. The sushi rice was very well done. Perfect texture. The tempura crunchies were not overly greasy. Everything tastes so fresh. The flavors are very balanced. The atmosphere and the general vibe are very calming and peaceful. We will definitely be back.“

“good food, friendly staff and atented“

“Favorite sushi place! Fantastic service and food every time we eat there. Absolutely love the uni shots when they have them available. The restaurant itself is also beautiful. 10 out of 10 would recommend.“

“Everyone gets served at different times, but the food is good. Not fooling anyone with the double priced/50% off rolls 🫩

I mean, I don't need synchronized white glove dinner service, but each time I have been, someone is always just finishing at the same time someone else at the table is just getting their dinner.“

“Closest sushi from Japan yet.“

“super delicious and fresh. Great service“

“When I lived here I ate at Niban at least once a month. Moved almost a year ago. Bento box was fantastic. Sushi not as fresh as it used to be. Rice was dry. Seafood salad has also lost its spark. Kind of disappointing. Server didn't seem to care too much. Not the Niban I remember.“

“Great restaurant with delicious, high-quality food. This was our second visit, and we enjoyed it just as much as the first time.

Michael was our server today, and he was wonderful—friendly, attentive, and always smiling. Excellent service and a great experience overall. We’ll definitely be back!“

“I owe Shin, our waiter for tonight, a life debt for the best service I’ve ever had at a restaurant in my life. He single handedly grew our crops, raised our children, did our homework, made us laugh, and got us our food in record time still steaming. He wins a gold record in serving and if he has a boss who is reading this, he deserves a raise and also maybe a smooch on the cheek. The food was stunning and the prices were great, amazing, will come here again (mostly for Shin)“

“A solid sushi spot with fresh food and a good variety of rolls. We were seated quickly, which was a nice bonus, and the service was friendly throughout the meal. Everything tasted good, and the presentation was nice. Overall, a pleasant experience and a good place for a casual sushi dinner.“

“Great no frills Japanese fare.“

“It’s been years since I last visited. It’s smaller and different. I ordered mostly sushi rolls and sashimi and they were good. I liked that sliced fish is bigger than rice for nigiri which is how it’s done in Japan. I ordered a bulgogi bibimbap from Korean menu. It’s good but not so much bulgogi in it. The service was ok, nothing special. I think waitress could be a bit more friendly. Overall, it’s a good place in the area.“

“We love Chiba! We lived here 8 years ago and we’re back. I am glad to see the food is still as delicious as I remember! The food was fast and I recommend the sushi! Also, our waitress was great!“

“Great food 😋 and friendly atmosphere 🥰.“

“Just be aware that an automatic gratuity is added for groups of six or more. Great to see Japanese chefs and Japanese speaking staff at the izakaya. They offer authentic Japanese dishes that you don't often see at other places. The poke bowl and tuna bowl were really good. I love the teishoku style meals with miso soup, pickled veggies, and all the little side dishes. Miso soup was really good! Lots of variety on the menu! The staff were very friendly too.“