We went to Yamaava casino for a few days and I was craving sushi but wasn't too familiar with the…read morearea. So, of course, I look on Yelp and came across Nko Niko sushi, which is regarded as one of the best sushi spots in Redlands. I actually went as far as double checking on reddit and the votes were definitely in! This place seemed legit so I had to try it. It's located in a shopping plaza so there is plenty of parking. There are several restaurants in the area, while Niko Niko is tucked away near the water fountains out front. As I arrived, they quickly sat me at the bar area and my typical rainbow roll and I tried their snow cone roll. The rolls were so good and the fish was fresh! I loved the sweet sauce that was added to the snow cone roll. After about 20 mins, the chef, who's name is Yaser, started asking me what my favorite fish is and why I like it. I told him Albacore and he instantly makes me some concoction with ponzu sauce which was fire. He then asked me if I like salmon and I told him yes and he makes me a seared salmon roll with orange sauce and pepper. By this time I'm stuffed but enjoying this experience. He made going to a sushi restaurant interesting again like when I first tried sushi. We start talking about Japan and he ask me if I ever had salmon skin. I tell him absolutely not and that when I bake salmon I usually take the skin off. He then tells me that I HAVE to try a salmon skin handroll so I figured I should just go with it. My mind was blown!! I actually like salmon skin lol. It was so good! Overall, I had an amazing experience at Niko Niko and Chef Yaser. I left him a generous tip for the experience and he changed the way I will forever dine at a sushi bar now. If you're in the area, please stop at Niko for some fresh tasty sushi and an excellent sushi experience with sushi chef's that know what they're doing. OOOOO 5 out of 5 Afros

2nd time I've been here but it has been years, great menu, affordable, wonderful customer service…read morefrom the waitresses, small restaurant, clean and quiant with a small sushi bar to sit at. The hostess could be friendlier as I stopped in a 2nd time after this visit to pick up a Bento box for hibby to go. I would definitely return. Everything was freshly prepared; texture, temperature, flavor and presentation were all great!

I remember coming into this place Jan of 2025. They were new, friendly, but frankly half empty on…read morea Friday night. I sensed something exciting was going to happen -- but relying entirely on word of mouth. Flash-forward to early 2026, where readers of the local weekly paper named this the Best Sushi of Redlands. I was so excited, and as my visit last week demonstrates -- things have only improved. KYO SUSHI was packed at 5PM on a Tuesday. Not only slammed, but standing room only. I don't know what happened but I'm so happy for them. Two subtle changes have happened and I'm all for them. A LOCAL NEWS channel sharing dreadful stories on the TV has been swapped for hi-def reels of lovely Asian spots, making our escape from the crazy world we live in complete. As an extra touch, we are now treated to soothing jazz, which helps in a room with so many happy customers. A special shout out to Sia, who greets regulars like family and will help you get exactly what you need. Hi to Wendy and the new young lady, all keeping a close eye on customer happiness. I believe KYO is on the brink of having outgrown this location, but a lease is likely keeping them there for a while. It's a shame they can't move next door into the old Von's location -- lol -- because what a place that would be. Enough room in their to farm the fish. Pro Tip -- try the Megan Fox roll!

Kyo Sushi was okay. I may have gone in with higher expectations because of the 4.7 rating on Yelp,…read morebut overall it felt a little overhyped. The roll presentation was very good, and visually the food looked great. The plates came out clean, colorful, and nicely arranged. Flavor-wise though, the rolls were fairly bland. The house mayo tasted like regular mayo, which isn't necessarily bad, but I guess I was expecting something with a little more going on, maybe closer to a spicy mayo or some kind of signature sauce. We also ordered a Philly roll, but were brought the Philly "Pro" instead. The Pro is deep fried, which I wasn't expecting, and I took a bite without realizing how hot it was and almost burned my mouth. I did mention that "Philly roll" and "Philly Pro" are close enough in name that I could see wrong orders happening pretty easily. Service was direct and decent. Nothing bad, just more to-the-point than warm or memorable. I'd probably give this place another shot, because it seemed like we may have gotten caught in a rush all at once. Not terrible by any means, and the presentation was definitely a strong point, but it wasn't quite the standout experience I was expecting.

Small but cozy sushi bar with a few tables during limited hours. I called in for takeout and the…read morelady who greeted me was kind both on the phone and in person. I loved the casual and intimate feel of patrons being served by the chef at the bar. Fish was fresh, flavors/ prices on point, and will be my sushi fix when I'm in the area!

In the area and picked up a couple rolls for takeout. Omg, I forgot about how much I loved the…read moreCajun Salmon roll from here! Perfection. Nice sear, and paired deliciously with a sauce that I think is called ponzu. Highly recommend trying this out. And of course my top favorite is the Sakura roll which comes with eel sauce and has spicy crab inside of pieces of salmon. Hope these reviews remind people to support this amazing local restaurant! Always fresh, even after my 30 minute drive home. Not to mention the owners/chef are very kind and welcoming. Thank you for my amazing meal again!! :)

Be honest, after getting off 215 freeway, driving down to the restaurant, the view along the street…read moreisn't promising. Totally San Bernardino vibes LOL! We came here because of high ratings, and some foodie IG posts, we are glad the food was good. I don't usually like salmon sushi, but theirs are creamy and really good, love the seared salmon. Lots rolls, which I didn't have any, but they look good though. I had AYCE lunch, sushi selection is limited (I like the raw shrimp they don't have it..), but good enough for lunch, your basic salmon, tuna, unagi, cooked shrimp and etc. are all available! If we are around the area, we will definitely be back.

104/2026 An all you…read morecan eat Japanese restaurant which is the to-go-to of my family !!! Serving fresh rolls, seared rolls, tempura rolls, baked rolls , kids menu available, sashimi platters, sushi, udon, and dessert as well as salad!!

Our experience was extremely disappointing, especially considering that our bill was over $500…read more The sushi hibachi chef's behavior and language were inappropriate, vulgar, and completely out of place for a family celebration. His jokes and comments, including sexual and suggestive remarks, made the women in our family very uncomfortable. We were there to celebrate our son's birthday and expected a fun, family-friendly experience. Instead, the chef's conduct made the occasion uncomfortable and took away from what should have been a special celebration. Unfortunately, the food did not make up for the experience. It was mediocre at best, with what seemed like an excessive amount of vegetable oil used throughout the dishes. The food tasted heavy and flat, and for a meal costing over $500, we expected a much higher level of quality. The one standout was the green tea fried ice cream, which was delicious and may honestly be the only item on the menu that we would recommend. For the price we paid, we expected better food, better service, and--most importantly--a respectful and family-appropriate atmosphere. This experience fell far short of those expectations. Management should seriously address the chef's behavior and the overall quality of the dining experience.

The family and I booked a table while my dad was visiting, and we had a really good time. We sat…read morefor hibachi, and the whole experience was fun, lively, and memorable. The food was fresh, flavorful, and cooked right in front of us, which made it even better for the kids and the whole table. The hibachi chef kept everyone entertained, and the energy at the table was great. We ended up splitting the table with six other people, and by the end of the meal my dad was doing sake bombs with them like they had all known each other for years. That honestly made the night. It felt less like just going out to eat and more like a fun little dinner event. Good food, good service, good atmosphere, and a random shared table moment that turned into a great memory. Definitely a spot I'd recommend for family dinner, hibachi, or when you want something more fun than a regular sit-down meal.

I really love the food here! We have the most fun when there are 4 (or more) of us to share all of…read morethe different dishes! I have enjoyed everything I've tried so far with the following being my favorites: Salt & Pepper chicken appetizer Crab Rangoon appetizer Sweet & Sour Shrimp Moo Shu-- variety They serve plenty of rice with entrees! Enjoy!

Visited Rui's Shanghai Bistro on a Sunday around 1 PM and overall had a really good experience…read more We started with the soup dumplings (xiao long bao). The flavor was good and I enjoyed them, but unfortunately they were missing one of my favorite parts of xiao long bao. The soup. There was very little to no broth inside. The braised beef noodle soup was easily my favorite dish. The broth was flavorful, the beef was tender, and it came out at the perfect temperature. My only complaint was the noodles themselves. They were pretty tangled and clumped together, almost like they had been sitting refrigerated before being added to the broth. Once separated, though, I really enjoyed the dish. We also ordered the sliced beef with hot peppers. The beef had good flavor, but I thought the sauce was a little too dry for my preference. And when they say hot peppers, they mean it, there were A LOT of jalapeños. There was also a small wait between receiving the noodle soup and the rest of our entrées, so the timing could have been a little better. The restaurant itself has a nice atmosphere, plenty of space, and is conveniently located near Downtown Redlands. Overall, I'm glad to see a place serving good Shanghai style Chinese food in an area where there aren't a ton of options like this. Definitely a place I'd come back to and try more of the menu. 7/10

This place changed to a Japanese restaurant back in 2001. I was working nearby at the time and…read moreremember coming here. It's been years since I came back and glad I did. First thing I noticed were 2 Japanese ladies eating inside. Good sign! Was clean, plenty of seating, liked the solid granite tables. The "new" owner is this young guy who bought the place 3 years ago when the previous owner retired. He was working hard as the only waiter and 2 chefs in the back and bar. For lunch, i had the 12-pc sashimi (all fish) for $20...did I say 11 pieces?!? Man it was totemo Oishikatta!!! Probably some of the best sashimi I've had outside of Tokyo. Even my Japanese Nihonjin partner agreed it was very good (and she's a picky Japanese eater!). I liked that it was all fish cuts so I didn't have to sub or ask for sub for seafood I don't eat (bottom-dwellers, scavenger seafood). Shihoko-san had the salmon bento box and it was also very tasty. Of course we had to have the edamame appetizer. Overall excellent and we plan to be back! Glad it's nice and local here in Redlands.

Place is amazing. Go see Matt and his guys at Tokyo! Everytime we go there it's fun and sushi is…read morefresh

My family loves coming here to this quiet restaurant. We usually get sushi rolls as my parents are…read morenew to eating raw fish. However, what keeps us coming back is the staff. They are extremely friendly and completely elevate the experience. For consistent rolls and excellent service, we will be back.

Still a solid experience. The prices are affordable and the service is good. They no longer have…read morethe AYCE option but that's probably for the best for my health. The rolls hit the spot.

Sushi is ok ! Service is ok it's clean inside ! Sushi used to be way better not sure what happened?read more

Solid spot for a quick lunch, but a few areas need work…read more The food here is definitely the star of the show. The fish was incredibly fresh, and the fried salmon was cooked perfectly. A few things kept it from being a 5-star visit: Service: A bit on the slow side. It took a while for our server to take my order and there was a slight mix-up when she asked me if I wanted sriracha that was meant for another customer. Presentation: The restaurant itself has a cozy vibe but the plates and dishes look pretty worn out and could use an upgrade. Overall, it's a pleasant place to stop in for lunch if you're craving fresh seafood.

The most underrated place in town! We had my aunt's bday lunch here and though the place is mostly…read morea to-go place and barely anyone sitting down to eat, it was such a special experience. This place isn't only limited to sushi. They have other Asian dishes, which reflects the owner's Myanmar/Burmese cuisine and culture. We got papaya salad, chicken fried rice, spicy chicken basil, seared salmon roll, and sashimi. We were all thoroughly surprised at how delicious each dish was. It's rare to be good at all things--sushi and other rice dishes! Portions were great and prices for sushi were unbeatable. Our personal highlights were the desserts: black rice coconut milk and coconut mango sticky rice. Delicious texture, flavor, and not too sweeet! Owner and his family were also so kind too. I will be ordering a lot from this place and hope that others overlook their hidden location because their food is top notch!

I've been passing this place like daily but never thought of stopping by. It was a big surprise I…read morethought its only sushi that they served. They have all kind of Asian dishes. I love the black sticky rice with coconut milk. The ambiance is family friendly and the decor more like a Thai vibe then I would expect Japanese because of sushi. Overall the food is the most important to review. The sashimi is fresh and good. The sushi are good and tasty. The nigiri are also good but I prefer lesser rice. The staff is top notch- thank you for the good service and very attentive. She sometimes ask for different options. For instance if we like the tuna sheared? she really help us and cater to our tastes and preferences.