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

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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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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Hand rolls were spot on! Nice and cozy spot with great service. Definitely coming back.

Came for Happy Hour, 10/10. Loved the cold beer & HH hand rolls. Otoro and Blue Fin with the yuzu sauce won us over. Hidden gem! read more

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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I had take out here and I'm still obsessing over how fresh and tasty the hand rolls are. I loved how the seaweed paper was wrapped with a thin plastic layer to keep it from going soggy. Can't wait to dine in and try different hand rolls! read more

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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This is probably the best place to get a chirashi bowl in Fullerton! Their fish fresh, the sushi rice is made to perfection, and it has kizami wasabi. Service is always great as well! read more

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

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

Great service! Our first time here and the rolls were delicious! We loved the yellowtail and spicy tuna- those really stood out, they have something for everyone. It was kid friendly, my 7 and 9 year olds were enjoying the experience and agreed the food is delicious and fresh! No TVs but the experience was great! Happy to have found a hand roll lunch spot close to where we live in Anaheim! Good happy hour options as well from 11-5 pm 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 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

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

I've been here several times and it never fails to impress. The golden rice is perfection. Takeout orders are ready so fast. Excellent miso soup and good quality fish. I love how they keep the nori separate so it stays crisp until you're ready to eat. The servers/cashier are always so nice. read more

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

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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Came here for my wife's bday today for lunch. I love trying new places because i either get to choose i come back to eat or i dont. This place was definitely a Yay for me! My wife and I enjoyed every handrolled we ordered. Salmon handroll Yellowtail handroll Tuna belly handroll Unagi handroll Halibut handroll (SO FREAKIN GOOD) Salmon cream cheese handroll And to top of our meals was UNI sushi!!! The chef ? Owner? Gave so much portion we were stuffed!!! It is a small restaurant so make sure to go with expecting wait. The chef told us they were only open for 2 months.. I am looting this restaurant to do well! Thank you! read more

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

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This place is fantastic! From the outside, it might look like a hidden hole-in-the-wall tucked away in a weird location, but don't let that fool you. When you walk inside its nice and clean. You sit around a bar that wraps around where the chefs serve you. The hand rolls are top-notch very fresh, flavorful, and consistently delicious. My wife and I always go for the "Select 5 Rolls" deal, and honestly, it doesn't matter which rolls we pick. They're all amazing. We've been here multiple times, and we've never been disappointed. Also, shoutout to their yuzu sauce it's absolutely phenomenal and adds the perfect zing to every bite. Ato is hands down one of our favorite sushi spots in the area. read more

Really fresh high quality fish used, great flavor in the hand rolls and sushi. I love that they keep it simple in the best way and just focus on doing the important things well. No overcomplicated bloated menu, just great tasting sushi and hand rolls all for great value. read more

Ato Hand Roll Bar - Sushi Omakase Happy Hour - Japanese Near Me - Fullerton, California

I'm sorry to have to leave a review like this. My wife and I have been here twice before, the food is wonderful and its a very friendly environment. However on this occasion, we came in on a Tuesday night and the place was full and busy (keep in mind they only have about 12 seats at a sushi bar and there was one sushi chef). We waited a few minutes while they cleaned and we were seated. We made our selections and I placed it on the bar for the sushi chef. We sat for near 15 minutes without being acknowledged. The chef never looked up at us nor set ginger and wasabi as they usually do. They never asked us for drinks or brought us water. It was like we were invisible. We got up to walk out and again, no acknowledgment like we were never there. We will most likely be back, this was very off from our previous experiences read more

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

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

Ato Hand Roll Bar is a relatively new hand roll spot that opened about four months ago. It's tucked inside a small plaza and currently operates during dinner hours only on weekdays. The menu is limited but well-curated. You can order hand rolls individually or choose a set for a fixed price. During my visit, they had just introduced a "build your own" option, which was a great addition--I can see it being popular with customers who want more customization. Each hand roll is a good size--just right for 3 to 4 bites. My husband and I ordered different rolls so we could try nearly everything on the menu. Every hand roll was freshly made to order and served with a side of yuzu sauce, which paired perfectly with the flavors. The space is small, so seating can be limited, but the quality makes it worth the visit. read more

I've been to Kazunori and Tekka, and this place comes really close to these spots. The quality of fish was on par to the places I've been to but wished the crab was a bit creamier. We got the 4 set which you were able to pick what handrolls you wanted for $22 and that was filling. I think what'll elevate this spot is having some signature sauces for their hand rolls. Service felt really personable and our server and chef were willing to strike conversations. The place is really nice and decorated for the season. We learned that they opened up a month ago! Would definitely come back when we're in town. read more

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

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I came here because of the great reviews and was excited to give it a try. Unfortunately, my experience was mixed. The seating was a challenge for me. I'm 5' and the seating appeared to be limited to high bar stools. The stools were small and quite slippery, which made it difficult to sit comfortably. As someone with medical restrictions , I found the seating uncomfortable and not very accommodating. The other issue was the service style. While I was trying to look over the menu and decide what to order, the server stood directly in front of me waiting for my decision. I felt rushed and would have appreciated a little more time and space to review the options. I noticed the same thing happening with another couple who came in while I was there, so it seemed to be the standard approach rather than something directed at me personally. The food was decent, and the sushi chef was friendly and pleasant. However, between the seating and feeling pressured while ordering, the overall experience wasn't as enjoyable as I had hoped. If you prefer a more relaxed ordering experience or need more accessible seating, that's something to keep in mind before visiting. read more

This place was amazing!! I saw an ad on instagram about their hand roll special. You were able to choose 5 rolls and are given edamame, miso soup, and yuzu sauce. The place was very cozy and small, but i would for sure go here again. The service was also amazing, and the food came out at a reasonable time. 10/10 experience. I would recommend the jalapeño yellowtail and the truffle salmon. read more

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Love their lunch specials, their staff was incredibly kind and love the intimacy of the restaurant

Overall: 5/5 My experience at Ato Hand Roll Bar was all around great! I had no negative notes about the place, and I highly recommend coming by here if you're in the area and craving a good sushi hand roll :) Food: 5/5 I'm a super big fan of hand rolls and sushi in general, so you already know where my standards could be being someone who frequently eats raw fish. Everything was delicious and fresh! The sushi rice amount and quality was perfect to pair with all their fish. Even though all their hand rolls were good, the one that stuck out to me was the Yuzu Hakkaido Scallop. I only got a 4 Hand Roll mix & match set, but opted to upgrade to 5 as I wanted to order an extra scallop roll after having my 4! Service: 5/5 The staff were very attentive and friendly from the moment we walked in. They were patient with us when we wanted to add onto our orders and when we had questions about the menu. The hand rolls were made and served at a great pace, and I never felt like I was waiting a long time for the next hand roll. Ambiance: 5/5 I came here with 3 other people in my party on a Sunday evening around 6:30pm and it wasn't busy at all. The parking lot was small as the restaurant is a hole-in-the-wall, but wasn't full at all and found parking out front immediately. Inside was a very cute bar-seating only restaurant that sits about 15? people. It's moderate in noise level, depending on if it was full or not, but in the end there were only 1 or 2 other parties there with us at a time the whole dinner we were there. It was quite nice! I would definitely come back again with more people to introduce this place to! read more

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Saw an ad on IG for their special menu which sounded like a great deal so we went to check it out! We almost didn't see the restaurant at first bc the sign was pretty simple and it was located in a random strip mall, parking was easy though! We got seated immediately and had the menu explained to us. Right now they're running a special where you can choose any 5 hand rolls, miso soup, edamame, and a side of yuzu sauce for $26! It's an amazing deal compared to other hand roll spots. The rolls came out quickly and timed really well. The servers were really attentive and would check in frequently and make small talk. Overall I'd say i like the handrolls here better than Rol because they're really generous with the filling. Definitely was full by the 5th roll. Since they recently opened they also do sake tastings and demos and other specials so i highly recommend checking this spot out if you're craving some sushi or hand rolls. read more

This place is a hidden gem and definitely worth the try if you're looking for a hand roll spot. They have assorted sets so you don't really need to choose, but you can also pick out your favorites and I recommend the ATO special Tuna, Hokkaido Yuzu Scallop and the Truffle Salmon. They don't just serve hand rolls either. They have a mix of cooked and raw dishes like yellowtail carpaccio, spicy tuna chips and they even have cooked skewers that are seared with a torch. The skewers are very tender and not too charred. The staff was very nice and informative on different types of hand rolls and what they recommend. They even roll them right in front of you. This restaurant is located in a small strip mall, but when you're inside, it feels like you're in a modern sushi bar. It's a great spot for date night or a quick bite. Feel free to watch my video breakdown on Instagram @ToshiEats. read more

hole in the wall handroll place! reasonably priced sets too. came around dinner time on friday, surprisingly not busy :0 ! hidden gem perhaps? they use fresh wasabi and traditional nori seaweed for their handrolls. ginger here is also not too sour but a bit sweet. h a n d r o l l s : ato special tuna (10/10) cleannn tuna, tender and fatty! salmon (9/10) cant go wrong with salmon, this roll has no added sauce. but one dip of soy sauce is perfect jalapeno yellowtail (7/10) clean yellowtail with chops of jalapeño. if you were expecting spice, its not at all spicy imo! blue crab (9/10) very creamyyyy! hokkaido scallop (10/10) by far the favorite...super tender with a kick of citrus & pepper (i assume yuzu) eel (7/10) fattyyy but very clean. not too much sauce in this one. v e r d i c t : pretty full after the 6 handroll set! overall the vibe of the place is very traditional clean handrolls. In contrast to place a like yunomi in LA, which uses more sauce and seasoned seaweed. service was good and attentive! I would come back to try their homemade yuzu sauce. i'll be back :3 parking is good with its own lot shared with other stores. can see this place busy later at night. read more

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Been driving by almost everyday and finally got a chance to eat here! Ordered their current 5 hand-roll special with miso soup and edamame Handrolls ordered: Special Tuna Truffle Salmon Hokkaido Scallop Blue Crab Magnolia The fish in the hand roll has more proportion than the rice inside. And the seaweed wrap has very good roasted taste and crunchy. They made sure to serve the hand roll one by one to ensure the seaweed doesn't go soft. Very good service and inside is pretty cozy. Also tried their yakitori, it's OK but the sauce they used is similar to all of the skewers, so made it doesn't taste that much of the difference. Hope it would have some variation. Would definitely come back again! read more

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

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

Came on a Saturday evening. Decent pricing for the hand rolls, they were good. They are still waiting for their alcohol license. My boyfriend and me each got the 5 set of handrolls for $30 each. Workers were nice. Inside was small but clean. read more

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Came in on Sunday for lunch. There was only two other parties seated in the restaurant. So tasty and filling, I only managed to grab a photo of the dessert. Date and I got the 5 piece, beef tartare, house yuzu sauce, and yuzu sorbet. Price is pretty on par with most hand rolls places, give or take a few dollars less in the higher roll tiers. I love the diversity of the handroll set offerings. I feel like it does a really good job at highlighting the staples and giving diversity. Highly recommend getting the yuzu kosho sauce. Their version is sweeter and less bitter than most place. The portion is also generous. I mix mine with soy sauce to dilute the intensity, so it's doable to share between another person. Also, please get the beef tartare. Ours was missing the asian pear as I've seen in other reviews, but the flavors were still amazing. The sugar paired with sesame oil(?) was super fragrant and well balanced with the texture of the beef. Yuzu sorbet afterwards was so refreshing. They also have a yuzu sauce paired with it and it was a great addition. This is worth getting your own portion. *my only small ding is in service. They were a tad slow on giving us our yuzu sauce. We were a almost 2 rolls in before we had to ask for the sauce. That should've been given out immediately after placing our orders. read more

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

Love this place! They gave me free miso soup unpon entering ! Which already sets the bar high but on top, they give you a freee cotton towel to keep to wipe your hands !! It's my favorite hand roll bar in SoCal and it's so much cheaper than its competitors, and tastes just as good if not better because they fill the rolls with more fish than other places read more