Friendly service! High quality, delicious rolls. Small menu but the items are all done very well. I order ahead and get pick up. There's no eating at this restaurant as it is mostly for takeout. Try it. You will be happy you did. read more

I was craving sushi in the Ontario/Upland area and found Imari Sashimi and Sushi, a takeout-only gem with a surprisingly stacked menu and strong reviews. Pro tip: order ahead. I called two days in advance for a 5:15 PM pickup, and everything was ready right on time. We went with the Deluxe Crunchy ($50) and the Salmon Set ($19)--plenty of food for two. The Noms **Deluxe Crunchy (40 pieces):Dragon Roll, Tiger Roll, 2 Shrimp Tempura Rolls, California Roll **Salmon Set 5 pieces salmon nigiri topped with ikura, avocado, green onion, mayo, jalapeño, and seared salmon, 3 pieces salmon sashimi First impression: quality is there. The owners are Japanese, and it shows in the care and freshness of the fish. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The shop itself is tucked into a neighborhood plaza. There are a few seats, but this is clearly a grab-and-go operation.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Bonus: a small selection of Japanese drinks (I grabbed a Calpico and canned green tea). Didn't spot a restroom, so plan accordingly. Service was efficient and friendly, with all the basics (chopsticks, soy sauce) included. No hiccups. What stood out most was the value-to-quality ratio. For the price, the fish was fresh, well-portioned, and satisfying. I'd definitely come back to try their Hokkaido Bowl or Deluxe Chirashi--both look like strong contenders if you want variety. They also offer sashimi platters: Small: $50 Medium: $100 Large: $150 If you're in the area and want reliable, well-priced sushi without the dine-in fuss, this spot delivers. read more

Such friendly staff. Super polite and prices are very affordable and reasonable. They have a cute little area of Japanese snacks and goods (from drinks, pocky, mochi, etc.) Everything is made fresh so when you order you may wait 20 minutes or so. There is a little waiting area but it's typically designed for take-out only. Food is delicious, highly recommend supporting this local spot! read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

Always amazing quality of fish and only positive experiences with this restaurant. Since moving to upland, my husband and I have been getting the chef's special platter every time we have a special occasion. We also get the Hokkaido bowl every now and then which is consistently good. Love that they use fresh wasabi and owners are super friendly too! Highly recommend. read more

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I am surprised to find delicious sushi/nigiri with such fresh fish in the inland empire! It's take out only but the staff/service is great. Can't believe I didn't know about this place sooner. We ordered the deluxe platter, YST roll, albacore roll, seaweed salad, and pickled radishes and everything was delicious! We won't need to drive to LA to satisfy our sushi craving anymore and look forward to ordering here again :) read more

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We love imari (: great service and great quality fish. I think its great price too compared to the quality of fish you get. We like their rice a lot. We will be coming back often. read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Deluxe chirashi bowl - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

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Beautiful sushi. Tastes delicious. The front desk lady was SOOOO nice and sweet. Value for what you get is great! read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Chef special - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

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Everyone was so nice. The food was absolutely delicious and every dish came out fresh. We'll definitely be back!

[[HIGHLIGHT]]A very cute, quick stop sushi spot![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Place your order with the cashier and just wait a bit for your order. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I wouldn't recommend eating here as seating is VERY limited, but eating in my car was a fun time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There are other goodies in the store you can purchase while you wait, like drinks, snacks, and dessert. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Other than that? Plain and simple, get in and get out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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I was first introduced to Imari Sushi as Yelp had rated it as one of the top-rated sushi establishments in the US! It is a very far drive, but I was in the area and decided to stop by. The entire restaurant is mainly for pick up but there were a couple of tables for guests to sit in as well. Inside the store is a mini-Japanese market with a selection of Japanese condiments and more. I ordered the Nigiri Set which was fresh and beautifully presented. Each piece had clean flavors and perfect texture. The Spicy Tuna Shrimp Tempura roll was a standout: crispy, flavorful, and the perfect pairing. This was recommended by the waitress on the phone as I ordered since the Blue Crab Shrimp Tempura was already sold out. When I arrived to pick up, there were 4-5 other parties all picking up but the progress was quick and smooth. I finished the pieces in my car and everything was spectacular especially for the price (under $40.00 for both after tax and tip). Would recommend this for anyone to try that's in the area! read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Nigiri Set and Spicy Tuna - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

I understand why this place is rated so highly on Yelp! This place is a small hole in the wall. Everyone was extremely friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They only do take out but they have a couple tables and chairs if you would like to sit down and eat your food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] My friend and I got a few rolls to share. We ordered the Rainbow Roll, Tiger Roll, and Shrimp Tempura Roll. We were impressed with the quality of the fish. The rolls were a great size. I'll definitely be back to try more from their menu. read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Rainbow Roll (Top), Shrimp Tempura Roll (Bottom Left), Tiger Roll (Bottom Right) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

Sushi was soooo good and fresh! They were good size and definitely filling. They were also super friendly! Definitely coming back. read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

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Tried Imari Sashimi and Sushi for the first time so this review is based on limited experience--but I was impressed. I called right at opening on a Sunday afternoon, and they picked up immediately. I ordered four rolls and was quoted a 15-minute pickup time. Showed up exactly at the 15-minute mark and everything was ready to go. The rolls were super fresh, generously sized (not those tiny skimpy dry ones), and priced very fairly for the quality. The girl who helped me was really sweet. They also had a few snacks, cold beverages, and ice cream available to purchase. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Note: it's pickup only, but I did notice a tiny table with a couple of chairs where two girls were eating, so maybe you can dine in if it's not busy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This restaurant is located in a big parking lot, so no stress about finding a spot. read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - 4 rolls - all fresh and tasty. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

I had the bluefin toro bowl and to say the least it was amazing. The fish was so fresh and rich, it almost melts in your mouth. This is something I would drive hours for. I can't even express how perfect this bowl was. read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

LOVE LOVE LOVE IMARI!!! My partner and I were introduced to this place from the Yelp rankings last year for best sushi in the US, which Imari ranked #1! We were so shocked a place in the IE ranked so high, and we knew we had to check it out. [[HIGHLIGHT]]This is probably my third time ordering from here. Imari is a to-go restaurant only, but the interior is very inviting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The lady who takes the orders is so so sweet. We thought we were overzealous when ordering 40 pieces for just us two, but everything was so fresh and tasted so good we finished the entire thing! I love the fish to rice ratio, and my favorite bites were probably the chutoro and scallop. Yum! read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Chef's Special 40pc - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

Wow! Im extremely impressed by the quality and freshness of the fish. I phoned in my order and it was ready super fast- in 15 minutes. I love the variety in sizes available so this truly is perfect for individuals and large groups. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I also didn't know that they had some indoor seating- it's not plentiful but it's an option.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely want to order the nigiri platter next time. read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Deluxe Platter, salmon set - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

Love this sushi place. Everything is always fresh. Although you can't eat there I love that we can call before and the order is always ready as soon as I get there . Prices are also very reasonable. read more

ordered for Mother's Day on the phone & was satisfied with the service & timely pickup. PARKING: in a shopping plaza, lots of parking. the store itself is small, some limited spots to park in front of it. ORDERING: this place is take-out only, & we ordered via phone. the lady that took our order was friendly, easy to communicate with. we had lot of customized requests to our order & she was able to accommodate to them all! FOOD: we ordered 2 platters - one with nigiri & the other with rolls. keep in mind for the nigiri we asked for some adjustments so this isn't the default platter. for the nigiri fish was fresh & delicious. i enjoyed the salmon & ikura the most out of that platter ! the rolls - they were all good - sorry i don't remember the names :( but they were also tasty & i'd say the rolls platter was priced more decently, for obvious reasons. overall great customer service & communication, easy pickup process. i would order from them again for special occasions! read more

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I've been to Imari before and had the deluxe platter, which was absolutely delicious and satisfying. This time I decided to try the small sashimi platter which included octopus, black snapper, scallop, uni, ikura, squid, albacore, amberjack, salmon, bluefin tuna, and yellowtail. While the overall quality of the fish was good, one piece tasted slightly semi-frozen, and a few pieces were smaller than expected. The food remains solid, but next time I'll probably stick with the other platters or explore their rolls and bowls. Service has always been friendly, and the shop has a casual charm with convenience store vibes due to the variety of Japanese products they have on display. read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Small sashimi platter - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

The staff is so so nice and the sushi is so fresh ! Made to order ! Will definitely make this my permanent sushi spot :) Heads up tho ! It's takeout only‍ read more

Amazing service and good quality sushi at a decent price. We've been loyal customers for years and quality has always been consistent. Takeout only. read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Premium Nigiri Platter 40 pc $128 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

I was craving sushi and wanted to try a to go sushi place and found this gem! I remembered that one of my yelpies had raved about this place so I had to try it! Wow! The service was incredible! The sushi rolls were so fresh and tasty! My husband and I absolutely love this place! We ordered 4 rolls: Philly roll, dragon roll, eel avocado roll and a blue crab shrimp tempura roll...soo goood!!! We will continue to come here anytime we crave sushi! Highly recommend! read more

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This little sushi spot is always such a gem -- simple, honest, and consistently delicious. The chef is Japanese, and you can taste that precision in every single piece. Even a basic California Roll is elevated here: the rice is cooked to that perfect balance of soft-but-structured, and the filling-to-rice ratio is just right. Nothing overly packed, nothing loose -- just clean craft. The salmon nigiri was buttery and sweet, with that ideal balance of fat to lean. Not overly oily, not stringy -- just that smooth, velvety texture that melts the moment it hits your tongue. The hamachi was even more impressive -- clean, naturally sweet, and cut at the perfect thickness to showcase its soft, slightly firm bite. You get that beautiful snap when you press into it, then a gentle richness that spreads as you chew. This is exactly how hamachi should taste: bright, subtle, and elegant. The halibut had that delicate translucency and a firmer, almost crisp bite -- tender but with a clean resistance that tells you it's fresh. Mild in flavor, slightly sweet, and the kind of fish that pairs beautifully with just a touch of soy. And I have to mention the rice again -- the chef's shaping technique is spot on. The nigiri holds together beautifully when you pick it up, but effortlessly loosens once you start eating. That balance is something a lot of places don't get right. The owners are incredibly kind, and because everything is made fresh, I highly recommend calling 30 minutes ahead if you're grabbing takeout -- otherwise you'll be waiting with half the neighborhood. read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Cali roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

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The sushi here is so fresh! I got a regular spicy tuna roll and the spicy tuna just melts in your mouth! When you call in your pick up order, there's a lady that answers and she is so sweet! She is also a sweetheart when you pick up! This place is soooo yummy! If you want fresh quality sushi, this is the place to go. read more

Food and service here is always great and super fresh. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There's not a lot of seating inside as it's more of a to go place but we did eat inside comfortably (like 3-4 tables).[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They also have a bunch of other things you can purchase from Japan if interested. We typical get a special roll and one of menu. Runs us about $30 for 2. Highly recommend for freshness. read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Yellowtail roll & salmon special - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

Take out only place but it does have a tiny area for seating. Most people call ahead since the wait time can take a while. I usually order a Nigiri special for dinner ($20.50) and then get a boba in the same plaza. The staff is nice and attentive; the place is clean, they have a small area of Japanese snacks or ingredients for sale near the register. The sushi is super fresh and not Americanized with lots of creamy sauces drizzled on top of the rolls. Not heavy handed with the rice portion and the fish is nicely thick and seasoned well. The parking lot can get packed with the 24 Hour Fitness gym in the same plaza. Closed Mondays. read more

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Food was amazing . Friendly staff who suggested the sampler platter and it was amazing. read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Sampler - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

We ordered the medium sized sashimi platter $100 yesterday, to celebrate my hubby's birthday and Mother's Day. Enough parking available outside. Be mindful, this is a Take-Out Only place. Inside is a small, but clean place. They already had our order of 46 pcs sashimi platter prepared by 12 pm when they opened. You can order the day in advance and let them know when you want to pick it up. The lady behind the counter is so friendly and nice getting our orders. After I saw the medium size order, I decided to add more, and we ordered 1 Hokkaido bowl, and 1 salmon set to go as well. We were told it would take about 30 mins to prepare, but that was okay because we went to get something and came back. We put our orders in an insulated bag on the drive home because it was so hot outside. The sashimi was oh so delicious! With each piece, I savored the freshness, closed my eyes and it brought me back to the fish we ate in Japan. We shared the platter with my family. I ordered the additional salmon set for myself because I love salmon! With the five pieces for this dish, again, perfection! My family shared the Hokkaido bowl, which they had before and of course enjoyed it thoroughly. You won't be disappointed coming here to order sashimi or sushi to go. read more

Excellent otoro sushi worth the price. Hard to find or not available at all in any other place close to me. Thanks to Claude AI for the information. read more

Absolutely delectable & affordable, can't wait to come here again. Just as a reminder, they are closed between 2:30 PM and 4:30 PM . read more

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You know when a food spot opens only for a few hours a day and has this high of ratings and is only TAKEOUT... it is a signal that I have to come try it out myself. There was no wait on a weekday. We went in and ordered and waited about 10 min for our food. Staff was super sweet and I think they're actually from Japan! I got the Hokkaido bowl, so if you like salmon and scallop, this bowl is for you. Totally just melts in your house and price point of $22 is really good for a bowl this quality. Can we talk about the RICEEEE tho I finished every single piece of rice and fish in this dish, it really brought me back to Japan. Can't wait to come back! read more

Imari Sashimi And Sushi - Hokkaido bowl - Sushi Bars Near Me - Upland, California

Food was great, service was even better, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambiance was nice[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]! I would definitely come back!

Cute hole in the wall sushi establishment. Mostly meant for take out. Staff give great recommendation and also help make accommodation with some dietary restrictions (shellfish). Food quality is amazing. We got a sushi platter to go and brought it to the hospital for our post delivery family member. The fish cuts and quality are top tier. I will be coming back. read more

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The sushi was a very fresh! Very yummy. They were very kind as well. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great place ..You must come![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I think I already wrote a review but I decided to revisit after sometime and I'd like to say that the quality is just the same if not better! This is a prime example of don't judge a book by its cover because you wouldn't expect to find top tier quality sushi in this area. Unlike most sushi restaurants, this one is primarily takeout. Please be sure to place an order before hand so that you can have your order ready before you arrive. The restaurant seems to be run by family who put their all into their craft to satisfy their customers. This is definitely evident in their food and their service. I find myself ordering the platters very often and I would say they are fairly priced. Some of the other hits are the chirashi bowls and some daily specials. They also have other Japanese goods available to purchase in the restaurant. read more

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Can't wait to be back in Upland to order from here again. Make sure you plan your order as they are super busy. Give yourself at least 30-45 min but I would say an hour during prime time dinner time. We called in for the order and it was easy to place. The two platters were ready right when they said it would be. We got there early and saw a few specials and added those to our order. When you call, ask about their specials so you can give them a full order. Quality and quantity with Imari. Fish was fresh and we were so full. Had some sushi for breakfast the next day. They have a handful of grocery items you can buy inside the restaurant - sauces, drinks, instant ramen. They also give you plenty of ginger, soy sauce, and wasabi. read more

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Sorry, they did not live up to all of the hype. Disappointedly our takeout sushi was not fresh and we will go back to supporting other local restaurants. Oddly they seem to ask for tips on takeout? read more

Imari Sushi is a hidden gem! The sushi is super fresh, flavorful, and beautifully made.. the quality truly shows in every bite. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The lady owner is the sweetest, and the friendly service paired with a cozy atmosphere makes the experience even better.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Locally owned and no dine-in option. This place gets really busy for a takeout and catering restaurant. Was here on a Saturday night and was told orders would take 40 minutes, at least, to complete. Since we had already invested time to drive to Upland, we decided to wait it out. They have many options for sushi and sashimi meals. I ordered the deluxe chirashi, which was a modest upgrade from the regular chirashi bowl. Pricing was very reasonable. We were advised we would receive a text when our order was ready for pickup. The staff were really friendly. There are some seats inside if you want to wait. They also have a mini selection of curated Japanese products, such as snacks and condiments. It did not feel too cramp, which was nice. When I got my food, I was pleased at the serving size and some of the fish quality. Overall, though, it was okay. It could have also been the fact that we drove home to eat our meal, so we did not eat it at its peak freshness. While it was tasty, I am not sure if I would wait the forty-plus minutes again. read more

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Pros: Locally owned, top rated Yelp location for sushi Super fresh fish hand picked by owners Japanese groceries also available in store Easy parking Cons: Limited dishes Take out only Pro tip: Don't stop by too close to closing time as there may be several orders ahead of you. Definitely try out uni if they have it! read more

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