If you haven't eaten here it's a must. Authentic food, authentic atmosphere and the staff is awesome. All of them. I not only get amazing food, but I always have a great time. One of my all time favorites. I've been coming here for years!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tawny V
I saw this spot on Instagram, and since I was in the area, I knew we had to check it out. If you know me, then you know I’m not a fan of waiting—actually, waiting really irritates me. We probably should’ve gone when they opened at 4:30 PM, but that felt too early for dinner. The wait wasn’t too bad—about 30 minutes—and yes, it was worth the hype. The owner was very sweet, and when you come in, they try their best to accommodate you. We definitely didn’t feel rushed. The atmosphere was a Japanese eclectic vibe. If I lived nearby, this would be my go-to spot! We ordered a bunch of fried foods—Kara Hama, Ika, Corn Tempura, and Chicken Karaage—which were all damn good. I should’ve tried more dishes because the sashimi was amazing, the beer was ice cold, and the staff was fantastic. I highly recommend this spot—it was so dope, and I can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
TING YAO LEE
Good vibes 🌅 Reminds me when my husband and I were in Okinawa. Highly recommended to try white corn tempura.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
YUN KI MIN (GoM)
This place is run by real Japanese chefs and staff, and it’s often filled with Japanese customers — offering an authentic Okinawan vibe and cuisine. I absolutely love the interior and atmosphere. You can tell they put a lot of thought into the little decorative touches and even the staff’s fashion sense. The background music? All Okinawan songs. The food is not only amazing but also surprisingly affordable. I honestly can’t believe I hadn’t discovered this place sooner. It feels like I’ve missed out on half my life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
its a beer life
Habuya is a dream come true if you’re looking for some Okinawan culture and food that you remember from either visiting or being stationed on the island in the military.
You need to know upfront to even get in here you must sign up on a wait list on Yelp. They will text you when your table is ready. Don’t be that dude who keeps opening the door asking if your table is ready. You get two hours at your table and you have to go.
The owner is such a sweetheart and makes everyone feel welcome. She is an amazing artist also and some of her art is on display in the Izakaya.
The Izakaya (pub) is decorated just like a family owned little Izakaya back in Okinawa. Be sure to check out the bathroom as it’s like a museum of Okinawa culture and adverts. I probably spent ten minutes in there just taking it all in and reading everything.
The foods are Okinawan and Okinawan cali fusions of blue zones foods and great pub fare.
We tried a little of everything and were amazed at how good everything was. You can get fresh Orion beer in frozen mugs and there is a great selection of awamori too.
What a hidden gem. I will come back here again and again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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The best Japanese restaurant in OC.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Donna Marie Go
Tiktok brought me to this place! They don’t take reservations but it was worth the wait. Everything we ordered was so good!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Alton Ru
I love this restaurant but I called and their phone is disconnected. I wonder if they permanently closed?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nathan Lao
Felt very traditional and almost like you were in Japan. The food was super authentic and tasted amazing. The service was great too.
A refined hole-in-the-wall Japanese izakaya offering unique Okinawan dishes and alcoholic beverages. The setting is intimate and the walls are plastered with menu items and cultural artifacts that are reminiscent of an authentic izakaya abroad. The food was fantastic, the service is great, and the lady at the counter (who I presume to be the owner) is an amazing host.
I’m not usually a fan of bitter melon, but their goya kimchi appetizer was incredibly delicious and complemented the other dishes well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Devon Vasquez
Unbelievable atmosphere , felt like I slipped away to Japan for a moment. Food was equally amazing and good beer on tap. What else can you ask for
Aimz A
One if the Japanese resto if you want to chill. Their food is good and cheap as well. This is one of our go to place if we want a beer.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Habuya Soba Stewed Pork Belly
James Padgham
Amazing and delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bridgid Conn
Everything here is absolutely amazing and well worth the wait. I personally love the takowasa and the peanut tofu. All the fresh fish is delicious and the ambience can't be beat. I'm going to keep bringing friends and family to this lovely gem of a restaurant 💕
White truffle corn so good
If you haven't eaten here it's a must. Authentic food, authentic atmosphere and the staff is awesome. All of them. I not only get amazing food, but I always have a great time. One of my all time favorites. I've been coming here for years!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I saw this spot on Instagram, and since I was in the area, I knew we had to check it out. If you know me, then you know I’m not a fan of waiting—actually, waiting really irritates me. We probably should’ve gone when they opened at 4:30 PM, but that felt too early for dinner. The wait wasn’t too bad—about 30 minutes—and yes, it was worth the hype.
The owner was very sweet, and when you come in, they try their best to accommodate you. We definitely didn’t feel rushed. The atmosphere was a Japanese eclectic vibe. If I lived nearby, this would be my go-to spot!
We ordered a bunch of fried foods—Kara Hama, Ika, Corn Tempura, and Chicken Karaage—which were all damn good. I should’ve tried more dishes because the sashimi was amazing, the beer was ice cold, and the staff was fantastic. I highly recommend this spot—it was so dope, and I can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Good vibes 🌅 Reminds me when my husband and I were in Okinawa. Highly recommended to try white corn tempura.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is run by real Japanese chefs and staff, and it’s often filled with Japanese customers — offering an authentic Okinawan vibe and cuisine. I absolutely love the interior and atmosphere. You can tell they put a lot of thought into the little decorative touches and even the staff’s fashion sense. The background music? All Okinawan songs. The food is not only amazing but also surprisingly affordable. I honestly can’t believe I hadn’t discovered this place sooner. It feels like I’ve missed out on half my life.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Habuya is a dream come true if you’re looking for some Okinawan culture and food that you remember from either visiting or being stationed on the island in the military.
You need to know upfront to even get in here you must sign up on a wait list on Yelp. They will text you when your table is ready. Don’t be that dude who keeps opening the door asking if your table is ready. You get two hours at your table and you have to go.
The owner is such a sweetheart and makes everyone feel welcome. She is an amazing artist also and some of her art is on display in the Izakaya.
The Izakaya (pub) is decorated just like a family owned little Izakaya back in Okinawa. Be sure to check out the bathroom as it’s like a museum of Okinawa culture and adverts. I probably spent ten minutes in there just taking it all in and reading everything.
The foods are Okinawan and Okinawan cali fusions of blue zones foods and great pub fare.
We tried a little of everything and were amazed at how good everything was. You can get fresh Orion beer in frozen mugs and there is a great selection of awamori too.
What a hidden gem. I will come back here again and again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best Japanese restaurant in OC.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tiktok brought me to this place! They don’t take reservations but it was worth the wait. Everything we ordered was so good!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
I love this restaurant but I called and their phone is disconnected. I wonder if they permanently closed?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Felt very traditional and almost like you were in Japan. The food was super authentic and tasted amazing. The service was great too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
A refined hole-in-the-wall Japanese izakaya offering unique Okinawan dishes and alcoholic beverages. The setting is intimate and the walls are plastered with menu items and cultural artifacts that are reminiscent of an authentic izakaya abroad. The food was fantastic, the service is great, and the lady at the counter (who I presume to be the owner) is an amazing host.
I’m not usually a fan of bitter melon, but their goya kimchi appetizer was incredibly delicious and complemented the other dishes well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Unbelievable atmosphere , felt like I slipped away to Japan for a moment. Food was equally amazing and good beer on tap. What else can you ask for
One if the Japanese resto if you want to chill. Their food is good and cheap as well. This is one of our go to place if we want a beer.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Habuya Soba Stewed Pork Belly
Amazing and delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Everything here is absolutely amazing and well worth the wait. I personally love the takowasa and the peanut tofu. All the fresh fish is delicious and the ambience can't be beat. I'm going to keep bringing friends and family to this lovely gem of a restaurant 💕
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Salad, Fish, Jimami Tofu Peanut Tofu, Takoyaki 5pc
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