50 Best Sushi Bars near Santee

“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!!!“

“My roommates and I love sushi. We tried several sushi restaurants around Santee and East County. However, we always end up coming back to Takka. We’ve never had a bad meal. We’ve never had bad service. Everyone is so nice and friendly and the atmosphere is very comfortable. We enjoy coming here very much.

Side note… get the Monkey Balls. You have to get the Monkey Balls.“

“Love they're food and prices are reasonable. Especially with discount of you eat in the restaurant. My favorite sushi restaurant!“

“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.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-Star Lunch Gem in Santee!
Had a wonderful lunch at Okawa Steak House & Sushi today! The service was excellent—attentive and friendly from start to finish.
The food was delicious! We had the shrimp and steak, and it was perfectly cooked and incredibly flavorful. It's so nice to know that this little place sits right here in Santee and is not overpriced for the great food and the fun hibachi show you get.
A little detail that really stood out was the iced tea; it was wonderful and you could truly taste the fresh brew.
They also have lunch specials which are very reasonable, making this a great value for the quality. We will definitely be back!“

“We had a great experience at Jump Tokyo Sushi. The tonkotsu ramen was rich, comforting, and full of flavor—exactly what you want from a good bowl of ramen.

The truffle edamame was so good and addictive, and the chef’s pick sashimi platter was amazing with super fresh cuts and a nice variety. I also loved the shishito peppers—simple but perfectly done.

I was there in February 2026 and they had a happy hour (Mon-Wed) and it definitely looks like its worth checking. They had $1 off sashimi, nigiri, and special rolls, which is a great deal. Service was quick and friendly, making the whole experience even better. Solid spot for both sushi and ramen.“

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

“Amazing vegan sushi !! Definitely coming back!“

“This review is a long time coming the quality and the people here are top notch.
It is definitely my go to neighborhood spot, but even if I didn’t live here, it would be worth a drive. A lot of times I get takeout and eat some great sushi at home, but the dine-in experience is intimate and authentic.
Always looking forward to many more sushi nights here!!“

“Pleasantly surprised by this place. First time trying it as I’m looking to make 2023 a year I explore new food places. This was my first new place of the year and I’m glad I found them! Friendly people and don’t be fooled by the small frontage. Hole in the wall places are the best. I also liked their happy hour menu….I was there for lunch but will be going back for happy hours and dinners😃“

“Eaten here numerous times. Excellent quality food, and service. Equivalent to San Francisco Bay Area Japanese restaurants..which are outstanding.“

“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.“

“i love this place honestly. the sushi is very fresh, so flavorful, and service is always great. one of the better sushi places in north county san diego. the 4.4 stars doesn’t do it justice. I hate asparagus but easy to ask them to just exclude and everything i’ve tried here is great. the bento boxes for kids are an awesome plus“

“Very simple, casual Japanese dining. The food and service are great. It has a wide selection of Japanese meals, and one of the larger and varied sushi roll menus in town.“

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

“When we lived in San Diego we were up the street from Obi's and we went at least twice a week. I still talk about it years later. If you are in the area definitely stop in its definitely worth the trip.“

“Always great food when I stop by #HWMYTastins #HWMY“

“San Diego’s best sushi! Get the CATS roll!“

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

“We ordered food to go from Sushiman and it is one of the best sushi that I have ever had in a long time. The price is also very affordable. This will be my new go to sushi restaurant. The shrimps were extremely fresh and tasty. Just writing this review now days later is already making me hungry. Maybe I'll go there again tonight!“

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

“I didn't have the sushi, maybe next time. I went with the chicken curry katsu, spicy. The flavor was very good but I think they forgot to make it spicy. I didn't detect any spice to it. They have a nice selection of craft brews on tap and the service was very friendly. Overall I liked this place and will go again.“

“personale gentilissimo. qualità del pesce ottima e.menu molto vasto e di qualita“

“Yi Sushi Review

Today I stopped in at Yi Sushi for a quick bite and ended up staying for an experience! I was greeted by a young lady with such a kind spirit, which set the tone for the visit.

They had plenty of specials and happy hour deals that immediately caught my attention. The Shrimp Consomé soup intrigued me right away, and there was also a Salmon Kama special that sounded amazing. I had originally planned to get my food to go, but since the salmon was dine‑in only, I decided to stay—and I’m so glad I did!

I sat at the sushi bar, where the chef served each dish directly to me, fresh from his hands. Let me tell you, that Shrimp Consomé soup was chef’s kiss! The flavor, the texture, and the crunch of the patty with the green onions on top—it was absolutely perfect. I could have easily gone for a second bowl.

Next came the Unagi, served as a pair. Fresh, rich, and so satisfying. Then came the star of the night: the Salmon Kama. I didn’t know what to expect, but it did not disappoint! The salmon was grilled to absolute perfection—tender on the inside with just the right amount of char. Honestly, all it was missing was a side of rice, which I’ll make sure to order next time.

I was so full by this point that I had my Crunch Roll packed to go. But before I left, I couldn’t resist trying a piece of Yellowtail tuna. It was exquisite—soft, delicate, flavorful, and not fishy at all. That’s definitely on my list for my next visit!

Special shoutout to my server, Anne, who was an absolute darling—kind, attentive, and made the whole experience even better.

I came for a quick sushi stop, but Yi Sushi turned it into a memorable meal. I’ll definitely be back!“

“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.“

“This is our go to sushi spot! Great rolls. We had their lunch bulgogi bento box which included a miso soup, salad, and vegetable tempura. We also had their tuna takaki roll and their tuna takaki salad. The tuna was seasoned and seared nicely.“

“This is one of the best sushi spots in San Diego as far as I'm concerned, I've eaten from here numerous times and my order has always been perfect. The staff here are diligent and prompt, the menu is versatile and delicious, I reccomend this place to everyone!“

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

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 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.“

“Fast and friendly service, Great tasting food my favorite is the honey walnut shrimp💜“

“Absolutely love Tabu Sushi Bar & Grill.
The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented — some of the best sushi in the area. Service is attentive without being overbearing, and the staff is always friendly and welcoming. The atmosphere is modern, relaxed, and perfect whether you’re out on a date or grabbing dinner with friends. Every visit has been a great experience. Highly recommend.“

“We've enjoyed every roll, every appetizer, every visit. Left this afternoon planning a return trip on Friday.“

“Right as I walked in, the person was already there! I said, table for two because I went with a friend, they sat us down and they took our drink order and after that they took our food order, and them we ate and it was amazing! Overall, this a great place for sushi, definitely recommend going.“

“I have been eating here for years and it's always good.“

“One of the best Japanese Restaurant in town, highly recommended!“

“Such nice people working here. Went after work, I work nights so thats about lunch rush. Parking can be difficult at lunch but I got a good spot. Ordered chef lo mien to go. They made it fast & were so kind to add some deeelicious dumpling. So yummy, lots of protein & chewy yummy noodles. This will more than likely be my new noodle place.“

“Food and service so good the workers where so nice and friendly and the food is so good it's so fresh. The workers are u nice when u walk in they greet u in with the most nice smiles and give the best service. The food is on a another level the ramen is so good u have to come the best sushi place in the U.S FOR SURE.“

“Very fast service, friendly people. Delicious food especially the ramen.“

“Great atmosphere, great service , Great Food 🍶“

“I have eaten Vietnamese cuisine throughout California, and Grandpa Tao ranks among the best. In addition to the amazing tastes, the casual restaurant is friendly and comfortable. Ingredients are fresh, the environment clean and relaxing. I particularly recommend the Pho, the Rice Vermicelli (try it!) and the Shaking beef. You'll like it.“

“New Years Day Eve! I left home looking for ramen for my sick husband and ended up at Nozaru. The place is freaking slammed! I was helped with my to go order by Yessi. She was awesome. She should teach customer service 101. She gave me a great suggestion for broth and was patient as I tried to figure out what I want. I sat by the front while I waited and listened to her answer the phone and was so patient, clear, and kind while she took orders. Did I mention it’s crazy busy?? Oh yea, the food was great too! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Went for the first time the other day, not normally a fan of sushi but the sushi was Delicious, prepared and cut well, Miles and Hannah were our servers and gave us great customer service and very attentive. Good atmosphere and music, glad the sushi place wasn’t complicated ordering and had clear rules unlike other sushi places. Every item we had was delicious ,warm and had good flavor Hannah and Miles need a raise they were awesome!“

“good food, friendly staff and atented“

“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 spot for sushi, the food was good, the vibes were there although they could have a better music selection, the servers were super sweet and personable, I would definitely go back especially that the prices are very reasonable and the quality is there.“

“Sushi was very good 😋 edamame green beans also ! Great service 👍🏼“

“I’ve been here three times now and tried different dishes each visit, and every single one has been flavorful and delicious. You can really tell they put care into their food. The prices are very reasonable, which makes it even better. The atmosphere is always great, and the music adds to the whole experience. They also have multiple televisions for all types of sports events, which makes it a great spot to hang out. Definitely a spot I’ll keep coming back to. Highly recommend!“

“Our favorite spot for sushi and sashimi😍“

“affordable, friendly and fast service“

“Love this place . The food is really good and nice reasonable priced. For two people we usually pay $40-$50 , when I go it’s not that busy which tells me not everyone knows how great this place is. With all the expensive sushi places these days it’s nice to know I can get a great meal without going broke“