First time visit to a local diner that's quietly becoming talk of town among friends Overall ambience and service was great - small sushi bar that seems to be all bar seating with warm and friendly service by staff. Happy hour handroll set was mostly great - while I loved all 3 fish variety, I didn't love the blue crab so much. Normally a huge crab fan but the handroll concoction just didn't do it for me. The two Izakaya type apps at $4 a set were amazing value. 3 sticks of pork belly and 2 sticks of chicken skewer seems severely underpriced but likely never get complaints for the price points. While I loved the pork, I thought both chicken skewers were a bit rare for my taste. Overall a great experience and as I loved majority of items tried today, I'm looking forward to another visit soon to try other items on the menu! read more

Let me just say that this place was my 1st meal after I gave birth and since then we've dined in and did take out. This place is underrated and located in a random plaza so I can understand the low foot traffic. Service is good, ambiance is pretty intimate because it's like bar seating. Happy hour menu is legit because there are $4 appetizers and preset 4 handrolls for $20. My go-to are the bluefin tuna, scallops and blue crab hand rolls. I love that all their seafood is fresh and made to order. They are on door dash too so if you live far away like me, you can order for delivery. 10/10 recommend! read more

Nth time back. Hand rolls are consistently good. Fav is kanpachi handroll - shiso flavor is nice touch. Scallop hand rolls are really great. Usually not a fan of small scallops but their flavors so umami and fresh. Highly recommend ama ebi sushi. Their deep fried shrimp heads are so crispy and yummy. Suntory malt lacks their signature foam when they pour it :( read more

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I'm honestly not ashamed to say that I've been here 4 times in the last week. Came for lunch and midday meals and it's not usually busy. The service is fantastic! We truly enjoy chatting with Rodolfo and he's an amazing sushi chef! Cannot recommend Ato enough! read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Oysters! - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Super underrated and tasty hand roll place. Has arguably better food than ROL handroll bar but with amazing service. In a quiet plaza, this place stuck out on my Yelp page and thought to give it a try. The fish so fresh and tasty, perfect condiments to bring each piece to its max potential. Unagi with teriyaki(?) sauce Yellowtail with Yuzu Kosho Halibut with 초장 (cho gochujang) Only has bar seats but definitely a vibe for after work, a date, or just a place to unwind and have a glass of beer with some good sushi/hand rolls. Give this place a try! read more

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Very good first experience here! The happy hour menu is very affordable and a great way to try a few different things. We went with the handroll sets today and everything was really good. My favorite was the blue crab handroll by far. Service was friendly and it's great seeing the rolls made in front of you. Inside was super clean and well decorated. read more

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I came here for lunch and was so impressed. The quality of the fish is really good. I ordered the 4 piece handroll set (not happy hour) and it was only $22. My favorite was the unagi! The location is kind of tucked away in a small plaza, but the ambiance is really nice, staff is attentive, food is good, and the prices are very good. I definitely need to come back to enjoy the happy hour specials! read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

This is the second time my daughter and I have been here in two weeks, and we came away even more satisfied than the first time. Our sushi chef Rudolfo was incredible, so friendly and personable, and remembered us when we walked in the door. The rolls are the best we've ever had, the fish is so fresh and the atmosphere so enjoyable. I'm already thinking of the next time we come back! read more

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The food quality is delicious and beautifully presented! Never had a hand roll in this long cigar like shape. Love the yuzu flavored sauce. The staff is very friendly. Clean, cute bathrooms. I came back a second week in a roll just to dine solo read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Chirashi bowl - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

I absolutely loved the hand rolls here! I tried the 4-hand roll set with halibut, bluefin tuna, salmon, and scallop, everything was incredibly fresh and delicious. I'll definitely be back to work my way through the rest of the menu. The service was attentive and thorough, and the ambiance is great. It's an intimate spot with just a few bar seats, which I really liked. They also have restrooms available and provide a nice cloth to wipe your hands at the end of the meal! read more

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We took our grandmother here for her early mother day, and she loved it!! The bluefin tuna hand roll had the perfect flavor and the spicy tuna hand roll was spicy with hints of sweetness, and was delicious and perfect. Also, the salmon hand roll had perfect texture that paired well with the rice. The service was excellent, the person being lively and friendly, although making the food a bit slowly. The restaurant has rather tiny seats, so I don't recommend it for big parties. The music and lighting is great together, creating a relaxing and welcome ambience. Overall, I give it a 4/5, due to the lack of good seating, but great food and service. read more

We went for our first time on a Friday night at 8:30pm. Bar seating only, and it looks like it's first come first serve. While there were a few parties seated, there was still availability for our party of 2. If anything, you'll experience a short wait as service is fast. We both went with five hand rolls which comes with miso soup. You can select which handroll you'd like with a paper menu provided. Each handroll we've had was delicious! You can't go wrong with the yellowtail and the spicy albacore handroll! read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - One of the five hand rolls selected: yellowtail - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

My sister and I had a fantastic dinner here a while back, and I forgot to do a review. The service was wonderful and the food was great. My personal favorites were the classic salmon handroll and the eel. The yuzu sauce was some of the best ive had. The sake bottles were adorable. Ambiance was busy, as this is a tiny bar. My sister loves mocktails, and they had a great selection. Id love to come back again. read more

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Had a great experience here from start to finish. The service was excellent, the staff was very friendly, and the food was amazing. Amber, Rodolfo, and Justin were all attentive, welcoming, and made the experience even better with how helpful and personable they were throughout the meal. The Ato hand roll bar was definitely one of the highlights. Everything tasted fresh and high quality, especially the blue crab and yellowtail rolls, which ended up being our favorites. The flavors were balanced perfectly and each roll was prepared really well. Overall, it was a great atmosphere with outstanding food and service. I'll definitely be coming back again. read more

1. The hand rolls were well-crafted! I really like the quality of the fish cuts! 2. The spot has chill casual vibes! The interior is cozy! 3. There is only indoor seatings! They only have counter seating! 4. The staff was friendly and timely with our order! The miso soup came out first, and then they bring out the hand rolls one by one! 5. Parking lot is small! Spots are single-lined and not compact! Note: There is a restroom available for customers! Photo: Miso Soup, Salmon Hand Roll, Crunch Hand Roll, Yellowtail Hand Roll, and Spicy Albacore Hand Roll read more

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Stopped by ATO Handroll Bar on our drive back to Vegas from California and honestly... such a hidden gem. We came in about an hour before closing and still had a great experience. Rodolfo was our sushi chef and not only were the handrolls very good, but the whole place was super clean and had a really calm vibe. We ended up having such a great conversation with him too--it made everything feel even more special. Left feeling super relaxed and satisfied. Definitely worth the stop! read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

I saw the reviews and was excited to come here for lunch. While it was not the closest to where I was, the food looked really amazing. I drove over, noticed that the sign in the window says that they are only doing takeout and not dine in. That is a bummer since everybody knows a hand roll is the best eaten right after ordering. I figured what the heck, I'd give it a shot. I went inside, stood at the front reception area for about five minutes and nobody came out. They even have a little bell on the door that rings that people know I was there. I gave up and left. Now I've got to figure out something else to eat. read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Booo. Closed for dining in - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

Solid hand roll place in BP. They have a 4,5 and 6 hand roll special. Their sashimi deluxe plate is good! You get salmon belly, toro and uni. Tons of parking and bar seating. read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Blue Crab Hand - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

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I've been to Ato Handroll three times since they opened, and they've been consistently amazing every single visit. The quality is honestly so good for the price--everything tastes super fresh and well-made. You can really tell they care about their ingredients and consistency. Definitely one of my go-to spots now! Best place for dates and Glad they opened the bar again ! read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Soju - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

Been here twice. Just got hand rolls to go. They have cool plastic protects that keep the seaweed paper separate from the rice so they don't get soggy. Similar to how Tokyo Central has plastic wrap protectors for their Onigiri. Rolls are decent. Price point is good. Blue crab hand roll tastes a bit dry. I had to add a bit more Kewpie mayo at home. Halibut hand roll had GOCHUJANG? Weird and just thrown off. Sea bream was great! Spicy scallop varies- this last time it had something crunchy to give the roll texture (spicy ginger?) I'll probably come back because it's close to home and I don't like waiting in lines. This place is pretty slow on week nights. read more

Stopped by this hand roll spot on a Wednesday around dinner time for an anniversary and was really impressed. The place is clean and isn't as bright - it's a vibe! We got the 6-hand roll set, and I love that you can choose your own rolls instead of getting a fixed selection. It's a nice personal touch. My favorite is the blue crab and the truffle salmon!! The servers were incredibly friendly and took the time to walk us through the menu, which made the experience even better. They actually told us that they recently switched their seaweed wrappers. I'm not sure what they used before, but the new ones are amazing -- super crispy, not soggy at all, and really add to the overall quality. Definitely noticed a difference compared to other spots!! Definitely planning to come back soon! read more

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Affordable and delicious hand roll spot - sign me up! Came here on a whim after seeing it on IG. We went around 8-9pm on a Friday night and it was not busy (will probably change if more people know about this place!!). It's only bar seating, so service was very fast. Our chef that made the hand rolls was definitely passionate about his job because after the meal, he asked us what our favorite roll was and had a very nice conversation. My favorite hand roll was the tempura and spicy tuna combo. For a set of 6 hand rolls, it was about $30? A total steal. I also got an appetizer to share - that was a little disappointing because I got the crispy rice and was expecting the usual crispy rice base, but they make it with a tempura roll instead. Nonetheless I left this restaurant extremely satisfied. Will recommend this place and come back!! read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Spicy Tuna on Crispy Rice - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

This place is a little gem! Came here randomly on a Friday night looking for a handroll bar closer to home and Ato popped up on our Yelp. They have at menus you can order from or you can order them individually. I got the truffle salmon, Orangethorpe, magnolia and regular salmon. My fav was the truffle salmon and the Orangethorpe which has tuna, salmon and avocado. Great dining experience and good food. read more

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~ Great Scallop Hand Roll! ~ This place can be compared to Kazu Nori! I am a slow eater so their service is a little too fast for me ~ when I am still eating my roll another one comes haha The inside has a u shape table where the chef places down your order in front of you. read more

Really impressed by the taste, portion sizes, and variety of this new hand roll spot! I met Jun, who is the manager, and he personally made the hand rolls for me and my wife. He was super friendly and even suggested the best selling hand they have: truffle salmon, blue crab, and special tuna. Special Tuna - classic tuna roll, can't go wrong Salmon - also a classic but actually fattier than I thought it'd be, which is a plus Jalapeño Yellowtail - no seeds in the jalapeño so it's more just the flavor with the yellowtail which actually complemented it well Blue Crab - my favorite roll, good balance of creamy and savory without being too overpowered with mayo Hokkaido Scallop - didn't expect the peppery kick, a little different than what I'm used to but not bad Eel - thick piece of unagi in there, could've used a bit more sauce but still great Truffle Salmon - also one of my favorites since the extra umami from the truffle really makes the fatty fish more indulging Mix Tempura - light and airy batter and good variety of veggies, the ebi had a thicker batter than the rest which I actually liked the least Service could've been faster but I get that it's still a relatively new restaurant and they're still working out the kinks. If you don't mind some wait and want great tasting and filling hand rolls, this is your spot and I'll most def be back! read more

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Came here for a quick date night with my husband. We ended up showing up right at opening and there was a huge group waiting to be seated. We got seated pretty quickly and placed an order for tempura, 2 sets of 6, and 2 extra truffle salmon rolls. The rolls came out inconsistently for my husband and me. We would eat as soon as the rolls came out to prevent them from getting soggy, even though we usually like to take our first bites together. We had inconsistent wait times between the rolls and I was also anticipating my tempura. It finally came out after we finished roll #4. The sweet potato and zucchini tempura had a perfect texture of chewiness and crispiness! We loved them! I also appreciated that the server told us the different tempuras instead of having us play a guessing game. The fish cake tempuras were really fun to eat, but the shrimp tempura was a bit too crispy. It felt like it was cutting up the roof of my mouth with every bite! Then between the tempura and the next roll, we waited several minutes. It felt kinda awkward just waiting for a roll since I knew the chef was busy with other customers. I feel like there has to be a way to make it more seamless but I understand the pressure! All of the rolls were good and the portions were so generous. I was definitely full when leaving after eating 7 rolls whereas other places have me leave "content" at 7 rolls. The ato tuna, salmon, and yellowtail rolls were pretty tasty and filling. The crab, eel, and salmon truffle rolls definitely stole the show - super tasty, creamy, and generous portion sizes. The only roll I didn't prefer was the scallop roll. I'm not a fan of pepper, and I felt like it was a peppered scallop roll. It left a burn even after some ginger and water. I'd probably ask to swap out the roll in the set next time! Overall, great experience. Everything tasted amazing! Shoutout to Jun for engaging in conversation with us to see if we were enjoying our food. I'd love to return in the future! I hope this place does well. I know they still have some kinks to work out, but the simplicity of the menu, portion sizes, and friendly staff can really make a big difference in the long run! read more

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Came here for dinner on a Monday night with my bf because we found the place on IG and decided to try it out. The restaurant had 2 customers and it wasn't busy which means our food will come out faster. They have a 5 handroll special going on where you can mix and match any of the handrolls they offer and includes miso soup, edamame and yuzu sauce. I ordered the : Special Tuna Truffle Salmon Orangethorpe Onion Albacore Blue Crab Spicy tunas with crispy chip- to share They were all really fresh and tasty. If I had to picked a favorite, it would be the blue crab. It was creamy but also not overpowering with the mayo. The fish to rice ratio was on point to where there were more fish than rice. Also don't forgot to dip the handrolls in the yuzu sauce, it's a bit spicy but citrusy because of the yuzu. Since the restaurant wasn't busy, the attention was on us and service was friend & quick. I would come back if I am in the area and craving handrolls. read more

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My husband and I were wanting a hand roll place one rainy Saturday, and I'm glad we made the "trip" from Aliso to here, because it was AMAZING. In an unsuspecting little lot in Fullerton, you have this hidden gem of a place that will leave you beyond satisfied and wanting to come back for more. I want to mention they have not only Sapporo on draft, but Orion also - love that. Their menu is simple and perfect. If you're not picky and like everything like us - try it all. It's all so fresh and so much mouth pleasure. It's a new spot, but the pictures and how it's represented doesn't disappoint at all. Insane of repeating the same mundane things - I'll just tell you all the hand rolls we had, all were incredibly fresh and so satisfying. Salmon, Hokkaido scallop (omg) Yellowtail, Bluecrab (omg) Bluefin, Eel, Crunch, and spicy tuna with tempura. Real wasabi is available upon request. The owner is a very nice young man, and served us personally. How lucky we were to be trying his creations, we were the only ones there at lunch time. We wish him and the restaurant the best of success! This place is amazing and we will definitely be back. read more

Hand-roll bars are one of those ideas that seem almost too simple. Rice, fish, nori, rolled by hand and eaten immediately. But after spending time in Japan, you realize the simplicity is the entire point. When the ingredients are good and the balance is right, that's all you need. This place actually gets that. The concept is straightforward: Japanese hand rolls made to order and served immediately. No elaborate sauces, no overcomplicated "fusion" toppings, just fresh fish, properly seasoned rice, and crisp nori. The fundamentals matter here, and they're done well. The fish tastes fresh, the rice is warm and well cooked, and the nori still has that clean snap when you bite into it. That detail alone separates good hand rolls from mediocre ones. Too many places let them sit and the nori goes soft; here they come out quickly and are meant to be eaten right away, which is exactly how they're supposed to be. It's not trying to be a full sushi experience or a fancy omakase counter. It's a focused, simple concept that works perfectly for a quick lunch. A few well-made rolls, fresh ingredients, and you're done. Sometimes the best meals are the ones where someone understands that less really is more. read more

Small dining room with bar tops only, quiet and quick experience. Simple menu with set or a al carte hand rolls, skewers, and appetizers. Super crispy seaweed much appreciated. + Salmon hand roll ($5): great first bite, simple and fresh (8.8/10) + Hokkaido Scallop hand roll ($5): slightly creamy, very fresh (9/10) + Magnolia hand roll ($6): unique switch up of textures, spicy tuna w 2 hot shrimp tempura (8.5/10) + Kizami Wasabi ($2): perfect amount of fresh wasabi, loved that this was offered (10/10) + Negima skewer ($9): thigh w leek, steaming hot, tender thigh w a subtle savory sweet glaze (8/10) Good pace, a hand roll at a time! Skewer took the longest but was great read more

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Tried this place yesterday with my fiancé for his 30th birthday. Got there a bit after it opened and it was empty aside from the two of us. There wasn't any music playing so it was pretty quiet. We both ordered the 6 hand roll set, and a yuzu sauce to share. Aside from the scallop and eel hand rolls, the textures of the fish inside the hand rolls were pretty mushy imo. So honestly each roll tasted pretty similar to me lol The yuzu sauce was good. The server/host was also really attentive and nice though. Wish I got her name. And the rolls came out at a decent pace. Towards the end, I asked if they did anything for birthdays since yesterday was my fiancés actual bday. To my surprise, they said no. We've gone out for sushi for pretty much every birthday of my fiancé's and usually they'll do something special whether it's a small dessert, a song, or even an upgraded fish. In my opinion, to not do anything for birthdays at all is terrible business practice, and I definitely am not coming back because of this. I would've even settled for them singing happy birthday to him since the restaurant was completely empty lol TLDR: The food was alright and I personally wouldn't come back. And definitely don't come here for your birthday lol. read more

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Amazing new handrolls in Fullerton!! I want not expecting much since there's so many handroll places popping up in this area. The ambience is super elegant and chic. I was seated at the bar area right away. Super quick and efficient by staff. I recommend getting the 5 handroll set menu. I love their miso soup and also their ato lemonade. Solid place for a date night !! read more

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Hand roll spot located on a strip mall that may seem underwhelming, but step inside for a good meal. Prices are very comparable to other hand roll restaurants, if not better. Service was very attentive and friendly, with food that came out fresh and fast. Restaurant is small like a typical hand roll spot, and clean. I will likely return if I ever am in the Orange County area again. read more

Justin, Rodolpho, and Chloe provided amazing service and the food was amazing! Will definitely be coming back. The service, food, and vibes were perfect! read more

I'm so happy a good hand roll place is in the oc. The area isn't the best, but the restaurant itself is beautifully decorated. The staff was quick and friendly and warm. The food was great, came out paced well. Food was crispy and saucy and flavorful. All the things I want. I want a bit more variety but what they have is great. Also the yuzu sauce was a good addition for the scallops and the yellowtail. It really complimented and made it fresh and vibrant. I'm a definitely customer and will be back. Quick and easy meal and very tasty. read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Yakitori trio - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

We ordered the 5 hand roll set which comes with special tuna, salmon, jalapeno yellowtail, blue crab, and hokkaido scallop. I thought it was nice they offered substitutions if you wanted to switch something out. The portions were decent and the fish was fresh that even some of my friends who did not like certain fish items found it tasty. The space is a bit small but it's great for an intimate gathering of friends. read more

NEW HANDROLL BAR IN FULLERTON * a newly opened spot in oc & serving up high quality handroll experiences! i tried their 5 hand roll set for $26 and it was the perfect amount! the nori was crispy, fish was fresh, and the rice to meat ratio was perfect! interior is bar style seating, dim lights, cozy space * ordered: 5 hand roll ($26), yuzu lemonade ($6.50), ato lemonade ($6) - so good!!, yellowtail carpaccio ($15), mix tempura ($9),yuzu sorbet ($6) read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Yellowtail Carpaccio - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

Had a wonderful lunch at Ato this Sunday! Everything was fresh, delicious, and well priced. The servers were very sweet and informative. The interior is very clean and well kept, the whole restaurant is bar seating. They also put out festive decorations which are so spirited. Highly recommend for a date, group social, or solo dining. :) I got 6 hand rolls and a yummy yuzu-ade read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Salmon hand roll - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

This is a brand new hand roll bar that popped up in Fullerton. We came in for lunch on a Saturday. The service was so nice and friendly. The prices are very budget friendly, and the fish quality is very fresh. It's honestly very affordable: the lowest set menu is 4 hand rolls for $22. Hand rolls a la carte are about $6 each. My favorite rolls were the blue crab hand roll and the truffle salmon hand roll. The crab was very fresh and crabby. The truffle salmon was clean and had a strong truffle taste. They also let us try a new yuzu sauce that isn't on the menu yet. It was very yummy - bright yuzu flavor with a hint of spiciness. Honestly, everything yuzu here is very good. The yuzu lemonade, the yuzu sauce, and yuzu sorbet - you can definitely taste the yuzu in everything. The restaurant is very nice and modern. If there is a business that deserves to succeed, it's this one. Definitely check them out! read more

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My wife and I love sushi, and we just so happen to stumble across this spot while supporting a nearby business. At first, you can't really tell what's it's going to be like on the inside bc the blinds were closed due to the sun. But we were glad we came in. We were immediately greeted by the Chef/Staff. He gave us a breakdown of the menu, and how it all works-being that it was our first time there. Ambiance is great, I like the idea of it being intimate with counter bar seating. Food was great, I liked how each roll came one by one so you can enjoy each hand roll-while keeping the integrity of the seaweed paper without getting soggy. Side note: Be patient bc it's a smaller sushi restaurant and they can get busy with online orders as well. But Highly Recommended! read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Half dozen oysters well prepared and delicious - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California