The sushi is good but play accordingly if ordering takeout/pick up. It’s usually late.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
James Freeman
Sun Sushi in Santa Barbara has great friendly service and some tasty dishes. I really like the Aji, Saba,Toro, Yellow Tail, Kurodai, and seared Halibut fin. The uni shooter with quail egg was flavorful and a nice starter to a delicious lunch. Always follow the chefs advice, and you won't go wrong. I'm looking forward to next time!
First time we came here it was good, the rolls were a good size and yummy. Second time we came the rolls were noticeably smaller and we left disappointed since there was barely any fish inside. We decided to give the restaurant a third try, we ordered both regular and special rolls and they were once again very small and had small amounts of fish inside. Just not worth it anymore so we won't be coming back unfortunately.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Rocky Battaglia
Everything was delicious. The service was great and the Yellowfish Kama was amazing. I would highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nancy Brandt
Wasn't my favorite sushi restaurant in Santa Barbara
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
Katie Ruther
I have eaten here SEVERAL times and I’m very disappointed by the lack of food I received for this meal. I spent $45 and these are the smallest pieces I’ve ever seen in my life. I’ve always made this my spot but I feel these get smaller every time and I’m extremely disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
* dnainsb
Fantastic little place! Great toro, uni... Large selection of Sake. Love this place! Parking is hard very popular on weekend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nathan Dendinger
Everything you want in a sushi joint is here for you! I highly recommend the yellowtail and blue fin but everything is excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
S Sum
fresh, delicious sushi. the salmon and toro six steps are a must try, as well as the unagi donburi.
Extremely disappointed with our experience here. When we first arrived, there were only two parties ahead of us. The staff told us the wait would be about 30 minutes, so we stepped out for a bit. After half an hour, they even called to confirm whether we wanted a bar or table seat — we clearly said “table” and told them we’d be back in just a few minutes.
When we returned, they had already crossed out our name without notifying us. Despite several parties finishing their meals and leaving, we were told we still had to wait — no explanation, no effort to fix the situation. It was clear the reservation and seating system was poorly managed, and communication was terrible throughout.
Honestly, this kind of disorganized service is unacceptable for any restaurant. Won’t be coming back, and definitely wouldn’t recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
Ryan Reyes
My daughter and I made Sun Sushi our Friday spot. We love Anthony!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: State Street Roll, Toro, Red Dragon Roll
Miles Ibarra
Too many great things to say!! Been going here for years. Service is instant and very attentive. The food is out quick and is extremely delicious. If you are looking for the best sushi, service, and atmosphere around, Sun Sushi is the best place to be. Huge shout out to PK and Anthony for always being incredible! Max always has Sun Sushi running at its best! The sushi chefs and support staff are at the top of their game. Thank you all for your hard work!!! See you all again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roll, Toro, Fresh Water Eel and Salmon Sushi
Alexandra Massey
Got intense food poisoning!! Very upset about whole experience. ( more like nightmare) poor service and food being very bad. Woke up very sick, went to hospital, it’s so bad.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
H Sklar
Rude and didn’t even try to help with a reservation we narrowly missed
The sushi is good but play accordingly if ordering takeout/pick up. It’s usually late.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 2
Sun Sushi in Santa Barbara has great friendly service and some tasty dishes. I really like the Aji, Saba,Toro, Yellow Tail, Kurodai, and seared Halibut fin. The uni shooter with quail egg was flavorful and a nice starter to a delicious lunch. Always follow the chefs advice, and you won't go wrong. I'm looking forward to next time!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Uni Shooter, Toro, Mackerel, Sweet Shrimp Jumbo, Spicy Tuna Roll, Halibut
Great sushi. Will be back!
First time we came here it was good, the rolls were a good size and yummy. Second time we came the rolls were noticeably smaller and we left disappointed since there was barely any fish inside. We decided to give the restaurant a third try, we ordered both regular and special rolls and they were once again very small and had small amounts of fish inside. Just not worth it anymore so we won't be coming back unfortunately.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Everything was delicious. The service was great and the Yellowfish Kama was amazing. I would highly recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wasn't my favorite sushi restaurant in Santa Barbara
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 3
I have eaten here SEVERAL times and I’m very disappointed by the lack of food I received for this meal. I spent $45 and these are the smallest pieces I’ve ever seen in my life. I’ve always made this my spot but I feel these get smaller every time and I’m extremely disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 3
Fantastic little place! Great toro, uni... Large selection of Sake. Love this place! Parking is hard very popular on weekend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything you want in a sushi joint is here for you! I highly recommend the yellowtail and blue fin but everything is excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
fresh, delicious sushi. the salmon and toro six steps are a must try, as well as the unagi donburi.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Extremely disappointed with our experience here. When we first arrived, there were only two parties ahead of us. The staff told us the wait would be about 30 minutes, so we stepped out for a bit. After half an hour, they even called to confirm whether we wanted a bar or table seat — we clearly said “table” and told them we’d be back in just a few minutes.
When we returned, they had already crossed out our name without notifying us. Despite several parties finishing their meals and leaving, we were told we still had to wait — no explanation, no effort to fix the situation. It was clear the reservation and seating system was poorly managed, and communication was terrible throughout.
Honestly, this kind of disorganized service is unacceptable for any restaurant. Won’t be coming back, and definitely wouldn’t recommend.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 1
My daughter and I made Sun Sushi our Friday spot. We love Anthony!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: State Street Roll, Toro, Red Dragon Roll
Too many great things to say!! Been going here for years. Service is instant and very attentive. The food is out quick and is extremely delicious. If you are looking for the best sushi, service, and atmosphere around, Sun Sushi is the best place to be. Huge shout out to PK and Anthony for always being incredible! Max always has Sun Sushi running at its best! The sushi chefs and support staff are at the top of their game. Thank you all for your hard work!!! See you all again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Roll, Toro, Fresh Water Eel and Salmon Sushi
Got intense food poisoning!! Very upset about whole experience. ( more like nightmare) poor service and food being very bad. Woke up very sick, went to hospital, it’s so bad.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Rude and didn’t even try to help with a reservation we narrowly missed
Service: 1
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