Absolutely enjoyed this restaurant! It is located in a small plaza with limited parking. We came…read morearound 9 and waited about 20 mins before we were able to get a table. We ordered drinks first. Their green tea was soooo delicious! I also enjoyed their alcohol options. Each dish is sooo delicious and definitely worth the money! A must get here is definitely the tuna carpaccio!! it's soooooo good! We ended ordering it twice. There were still a good amount of people when we finished. A lot of people catching up. Vibes were great!

I appreciate that it was opened late because we were looking for something to eat at 9:30pm!…read more The food itself wasn't anything special, but since we were craving Japanese food, it hit the spot. I got the lobster roll, but tbh it just tasted like an elevated california roll. The menu also said there was caviar but it was just masago...

Been here server times and always go with our friends who go there all the time…read more Waiters are nice and service is great. I wonder sometimes if they're nicer cause they know our friends lol. The food is yummy, executed well. We like so many of their sushi rolls! It may be small but they put out good food! Smaller, to me, is very often better.

A good little Sushi/Ramen hidden gem in Chula Vista. Heard a lot about this place so I finally came…read more& yes I'm a fan. First let me start with the customer service, it was great, from the door to getting seated to the waiters checking on us & the cooks smiling & the speed & quality of the service was all great. And the prices are very reasonable, they don't open till 5 tho, for dinner basically, weekends can get busy so get there early. The food was very good, I got the Chula Vita Ramen & I'd get it again, very filling & flavorful. The sushi was very fresh & good & filling as well, Abre La Boca Mucho was our fav roll, it can be shared with another person for sure, Viva Chula Vista was a good roll too. Miso soup was ok & no garlic edamame they have lemon butter edamame, if you like lemon & butter flavor you'll like it, it was ok but it lack a bit of flavor for me. My fav item here was the Jalapeño Popper as an appetizer, 8 pieces & man let me tell you, it was mouth watering & on point, it's a must to start with. Overall I good little spot & we come again for sure, keep up the good work Naruto & see you soon :)

Short Review: I love this place, go and try it so you can love it too…read more Long Version: When you walk inside, the restaurant looks like it captures the vibe of one of those tucked-away Kyoto izakayas outside of Nishiki Market. I ordered the Tonkatsu Curry this time. The pork was tender & fried to a delicate crisp, paired beautifully with a dark, glistening curry packed with deep umami and spice. Their sake selection is superb. I tried a seasonal summer sake that provided refreshing contrast to the rich pork. They even offer a tasting flight so you can explore different options before committing to one. If you don't drink, get the daikon radish+ponzu dip, it adds that same perfect, refreshing contrast to the heavy meal. Their menu is tight and focused. They know their specialty and they hone it. I like that; no BS. The service matches the food, always friendly, informative, and knowledgeable about the menu. This place easily serves some of the best tonkatsu in San Diego, and their curry is right up there with it.

Ee Nami is a Japanese izakaya tucked away in suburban Clairemont, feeling all at once like a…read morereprieve from and an extension of the bustling Convoy district. It is apparent from the elegant, minimalistic Japanese decor and the menu that authenticity is a priority for the family that owns and operates Ee Nami. I can't speak on that myself, but it did signal to me that the meal I would enjoy here would blow every other katsu meal I've ever tried out of the water. My husband and I chose Ee Nami as our after-work Friday date spot because we heard good things and noticed that we would be able to make it to the restaurant with a nice cushion of time before last call at 9:30. While we did have to put ourselves on the waitlist, it wasn't long at all before we were seated. Our server informed us that this is one of the best strategies to get in without much hassle; put your name on the waitlist around 9, when the reservations have all come and gone. Impressed and overwhelmed by the number of amazing offerings on the menu, we knew that for our first meal there, we should keep it simple. We both ordered Katsu Curry dishes to round out a long week of hard work. It comes in a wide, shallow dish half-filled with rice, the other half filled with ground pork curry, topped with the tonkatsu, and served with a small portion of pickled radish on the side. The server informed us that one of the containers on the table contains tonkatsu sauce (and it's so delicious that I wondered if it's made in-house). I'm known in my circle for disliking pork. However, Ee Nami's tonkatsu is so delicious that it made me realize that I like pork when it's done right. The cutlet was crisp on the outside, juicy, tender, and perfectly seasoned on the inside. The curry is very obviously homemade; no bouillon-related greasiness or generic curry powder flavor to be found. It's thick, savory, and insanely flavorful. I came in so hungry that I'm surprised that even snapped a photo before I absolutely demolished it and almost inhaled the plate along with it! Easily the best tonkatsu curry I've had and it's not even close. Overall, there are many more menu items that I'd like to try. While they have some offerings typically available at other Japanese restaurants like karaage, edamame, and potato salad, they also have more options not typically seen in San Diego like takowasa, shirasu-tofu, gyu nigiri, and ochazuke. I look forward to returning and working my way through the menu!

My absolute favorite place in Tijuana for Omakasa! Seafood is fresh and even more often imported…read morefrom Japan. Absolutely outstanding service, never need to look for service, they anticipate your needs. Wonderful ambience and it can be fun and outgoing or you can have a quiet intimate time. Seriously best restaurant group in Tijuana.

Great sushi. Some of the best that I have had in a long time. Never thought I would be finding it…read moreTijuana. Great vibe and music. Service is also great.

Such a cute hole‑in‑the‑wall spot on the tail end of Kensington! I had no idea this place existed…read morefor years, but I'm so glad I finally found it. Located in a small shopping center with a few parking spaces, Tanuki is a great tapas and standard sushi spot. It leans more toward Asian‑fusion tapas with some sushi rolls and a limited selection of nigiri and sashimi. If you're looking for specialty fish, a huge roll list, or omakase, this isn't that kind of sushi place. But if you want a wide selection of sake, fun fusion tapas, and some classic sushi options, this is your spot. I love that they have a small bar and that cozy, true hole‑in‑the‑wall feel. The staff is friendly, the vibe is relaxed, and it's the perfect place to come alone, with a friend, or for a casual date night. The quality is solid, and the service is fast and welcoming. They also have some great sake and green‑tea‑based drinks. I love it here -- definitely a go‑to spot for us.

I came here with a group of friends in town for the weekend and we had a pretty bad experience…read more We ordered miso soups, edamame and a ton of rolls. I am a vegetarian so I usually opt for the avo / cucumber rolls. First thing that came out was the edamame. The edamame tasted old and the beans were soft, definitely did not taste fresh at all. We left most of it on the table. My avocado rolls then came out with black/brown spots on the avocado which looked rancid. I asked for a replacement, which was then sent to me with salmon eggs on the avocado. I am a vegetarian so I could not eat this, but at this point, I did not want to be fussy again. My friend's rolls came out with fish that looked pretty grey and unappetizing. She did not really eat this either and got a pretty bad stomach ache afterward. At this point, our miso soup had to be the hero, but we were told the soups were accidentally given to another table. We didn't want to wait around for the soup, so we paid and left. All of us were hungry after. I definitely would not return to this spot. 2 stars for the servers that were trying their best.

Nice place for Mother's Day…read more The yellow tail sushi nigiri was the best. The wings are excellent but the size of them has really shrunk. So probably won't order again as there was not a lot of meat on them. The Gogo roll was good but it was a lot of rice. More than I remember. Love the ambiance here and will still Come back

I have a hard time reviewing this place because I expected more service from a place one spends…read more$600 at. There were only a few of us in the restaurant because it was raining. We booked a 1:30pm reservation for 7 (4 kids). Nobody told us that they were closing at 2pm so when they told us it was last call for food and drinks, I was shocked and to be truly honest, angry. This place is not cheap. It seemed they were more interested in closing their books than giving my family (serious sushi lovers) the respect and patience we deserved. Frankly, they lost out as we would have purchased more sushi, but were pressured to order before last call, when we got our first order at 1:45. I won't be returning because as good as the sushi was, I prefer better service and not being rushed out the door.

I love this place. Very authentic izakaya/yakitori experience. The smell of grilled meat wafts…read morethrough the entire parking lot and makes us so excited for our meal. Once seated, we ordered everything that looked delicious paired with pints of Asahi .. a truly unmatched combo! All the meats were delicious, cooked to perfection. Some meats were maybe on the saltier side so be aware. My favorite part of the meal was the Nikomi, a vegetable and meat stew that warmed us well! My only qualm is the wait time- it gets very busy, very packed and the parking lot was full at 8pm. We ended up waiting over an hour to be seated with no reservation. Just a heads up for next time, bc I definitely plan on coming back more prepared :) It's truly a delicious gem!

Finally got a chance to dine in at Yokohama Yakitori after haven't been for years! Came on a…read moreWednesday afternoon with no RSVP and was seated immediately. My favorite her is the pork shiso , gyu tan, gyu kalbi, natto with chicken and I love the sumiyaki rice ball! Great service and fun ambiance to drink and eat with friends!

Make sure to make a reservation!! This place gets packed since it is a smaller restaurant with…read morelimited seating. If you drink alcohol or have never tried sake, please try their sake here. It comes in the shot cup in a box, which is so fun to try with friends. Their skewers are also made to order, so everything comes out piping hot. I really liked their pork belly and green onion, their beef skewers plain, with wasabi, and also with the daikon radish. Honestly, you can't go wrong with any of their skewers here.

We had a wonderful experience here, from the friendly service to the amazing food. We tried a…read morelittle of everything but our favorites were the beef, squid, octopus w/ potato's, and shiso pork belly. The spicy powder at the table was perfect and we liked it on almost everything. The heat builds up really nicely and added some flavor to some of the more mild meat like chicken breast. The restaurant itself is small, but lively. We enjoyed the intimate setting, watching the chefs, and being a part of the bustling restaurant. I'm already thinking about my next trip! For two people, our meal was around $100 plus tip (one drink, rest was food)

Stopped in for dinner as one of our friends wanted to get yakitori/visit an izakaya like place. The…read morerestaurant is cozy and very homey. We were seated immediately and were in awe with the offerings the restaurant had for entrees, light bites and drinks. Staff is extremely friendly and polite and gave some great recommendations. We ordered their seasonal yuzu cocktail which was refreshing. I did order it sweeter, but it was not as sweet as one would think. It was still well balanced and perfect for my taste buds! If you order any of their entrees, be prepared for a feast! There was so much food that came with each entree ordered, like salad, miso soup, potato salad, and pickled veggies! All balanced so well with each dish. The yakitori ordered was cooked to perfection, and the pork belly appetizer came out fresh off the grill! Highly recommend coming here for an appetite of any size! They will definitely have what you're looking for!

The chicken karaage had a lot of fat. I've had karaage at other Japanese restaurants that wasn't as…read morefatty. The omurice was much better, and I enjoyed the main dish much more. I've been on a search for the omurice that is cut over rice and prepared in a way where the yolk spreads over the rice after the egg is cut. The service itself is okay. I was checked on one time but wasn't asked if I wanted a refill on water. Overall, an okay experience, I'd like to try other dishes since a friend said this is as authentic as it can get for some dishes.

Todo super delicioso, incluyendo el sushi! Buen servicio y…read morePorciones grandes! Lo recomendaria y regresamos para disfrutar de nuevo.

Food is horrible. Mushy rice. No taste. All the meat was tasteless. Don't waste your moneyread more