43 Best Japanese Restaurants near San Marcos

“We frequent this restaurant often during weekends. We typically come early part of lunch time, so we never have to wait for a table. Our go-to is usually Show You Ramen, Katsu Curry, Tonkatsu, Salmon Onigiri, and Umeboshi Onigiri. And from time to time, I would order the special Tan Tan Ramen. We love that the Ramen is always piping hot, which is much appreciated. Service is always great, and staff is attentive.“

“Stopped here randomly after driving by. Small restaurant that really surprised me with its quality of food and generous portions. Had a poke bowl and a spicy tuna roll both had ingredients that were very fresh. The service was great too. Food came out relatively quickly especially considering there were only two people working.“

“yellowtail roll is amazing!“

“Loved this hidden gem. We’ll be back! Everything including wine was delicious. 🥰🙏🏼“

“good sushi, and the teriyaki samon is delicious.“

“Today was our first time visiting, and to be perfectly honest, this will be our new go to for sushi, even though we live in Ramona. Everything from the appetizers to the drinks and service was great. It seems like it would be a great spot for game or fight nights as well!“

“I actually didn’t patronize the restaurant, but I had a dead battery and a dead battery jumper. When the neighboring UPS store refused to allow me to use an electrical outlet for 5 minutes, I popped in to ask them. They allowed me to without question. Good karma. Friendly customer service. I’m sure this is a reflection of their environment and culture. Hope to come back to try their food.“

“absolutely great. if ever back in Cali will definitely do again“

“This place is always amazing. The staff are always great and the food is so good it’s absurd. Ninja rolls all day long! Mmmmm“

“this is my favorite local sushi spot in Carlsbad! they have amazing options and all of the sushi i’ve tried is delicious (i recommend the awesome roll and the white house roll!) this is the spot if you want fast and efficient service and delicious food“

“Super tasty food, super reasonably priced. Highly recommend!“

“I recently visited Genki Sushi at Bernardo Center Drive with my colleague, and we had a fantastic experience! The food was great—everything we ordered was fresh and delicious. The sushi was expertly prepared, and the variety on the menu made it hard to choose!

The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed. A special shoutout to the sushi chefs, who clearly take pride in their craft; their skill and passion really showed in the presentation and taste of the dishes.

Overall, I highly recommend Genki Sushi for anyone looking for a delightful dining experience. I can't wait to come back!“

“Fresh sushi. I loved the fish selection. If you want the freshest fish, this is a go to place.“

“Teriyaki Chicken and Tempura Vegetables“

“1st timer here!

I read through the bad reviews and happy to share some advice. As far as wait time, it’s to be expected for this type of dining. I went in with the expectation of waiting, just check in and they will text when ready. As far as the quality, everything tasted fresh!! You get a full plate of veggies with tons of oils, sauces, and spice to add to your broth. Make sure to ask questions about the broth, some are simple so that you can add your preferred flavors. It seems like this isn’t a typical traditional hot pot set up and I’m totally okay with it. I actually enjoyed having my own pot and I was able to eat the entire thing.

Paid a little more for the premium meat, ribeye and short rib… I regret NOTHING! I guess I’m only sad that I didn’t have more of their pumpkin slices - pairs so well with the meat!!“

“LOVE the order ahead pick up drive through! Food is delish and service is on point! Thank you Mirin you never disappoint“

“This place was a 10 upon walking in. Super Friendly and welcoming staff and great lunch specials. Portion sizes are opulent and food quality is superb. I happened upon this place, and will be a frequent patron. I highly recommend the Caterpillar roll.“

“Everything we ate was excellent!“

“It's amazing. Simply amazing. Great customer service. Delicious sushi. Good music. Love love love.“

“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!“

“Food is awesome n delicious“

“LOVE the order ahead pick up drive through! Food is delish and service is on point! Thank you Mirin you never disappoint“

“I had such an amazing experience at Ramen Milk! The atmosphere is cozy and modern, perfect for a casual but elevated dining vibe. The ramen was absolutely delicious — rich, flavorful broth, perfectly cooked noodles, and super fresh toppings. You can really tell they care about quality and detail. The service was just as good — friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. Everything came out quickly, and the staff made great recommendations. Honestly, one of the best ramen spots I’ve tried. I’ll definitely be coming back and bringing friends. Highly recommend if you’re craving something comforting but high quality!“

“We came in after a hard day loading and wanted A great meal they went ahead and made our food even thought it was closing time, they could have told us they were closed! What awesome customer service, beautiful and very clean restaurant! Delicious food! Thank You for your hospitality! I wish I could give you 100 star rating!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“This place makes the best Tonkatsu ramen (and probably the best ramen period) of 5 different joints I tried in my area including 3go, Ramen Mik, Mirin Cafe, Akita restaurant. The broth tastes the best and they have a special marinated soft boiled egg that no other place knows how to do (so good I order an extra egg). I get mine with chashu (grilled pork) which is also superior in flavor and preparation than all the other places. If you want Japanese ramen, look no further.“

“This place is amazing. So yummy and the owners and staff are so kind and always attentive and the food is fresh.“

“Such a lovely place with a wonderful atmosphere. The interior is beautifully designed and full of small details that make the space feel special.
I was especially impressed by the fresh flower arrangements — they are incredibly stylish and thoughtfully composed. As someone who really appreciates aesthetics, this detail made a big impression on me.
The service was warm and attentive, and the rolls was very fresh with beautiful presentation.
We will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!“

“They say the 3rd time is a charm.
We tried to get in 2 different times but they were full.
On the 3rd try we understood why it's so crowded the food was fabulous. Hubby got drunken noodles loved them and I had Crispy Chickee and loved it also.
Try it you'll love it.“

“Me encanta el sushi y tienes muchas opciones!“

“The sushi is absolutely amazing! I haven't gotten sick once from them, where I have at other sushi places. Service is timely, pickup orders are always ready when they say it will be. I go to the Escondido location 😊“

“I recommend the lovely Gloria roll. It is absolutely delicious.“

“Absolutely Amazing! I've been a 3GO customer for many years and they have always had the best Sushi in Escondido and great prices too! During the pandemic I started ordering their food for delivery and they do an excellent job of packing too! 10/10 don't bother going anywhere else.“

“The staff is vey sweet sand helpful“

“Best all you can eat sushi in north county“

“Fresh fish, a great variety, and friendly staff! While it can get very busy with both dine-in and takeout orders, the team stays on top of it well. The chefs are happy to customize orders upon request. The outdoor patio is a huge plus, and their 50% off specials are awesome!“

“Sky Sushi has great service . The staff is great . The food is amazing. If you haven’t been there you need to go and try the food .“

“Absolutely Delicious! SO Fresh! Great Customer service as well!“

“Greeeat food, service and music.- Loved it, I’ll definitely comeback when I’m im town again!! — PS.- Shaky/Shivering tables was weird to my Amigo Joe though.- What was that!? 😆“

“absolutely great. if ever back in Cali will definitely do again“