This place is amazing! Growing up in Aliso, I've been coming here since I was a little girl. Nothing has changed, the food and service is always fantastic and the manager Tom is so sweet and always makes everyone feel so welcome. Highly recommend trying Kanpai Sushi if you're ever in the area! read more

Not only is the food amazing the owner is the man here [[HIGHLIGHT]]great place great experience[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] can't wait to come back !!!!! Service 100% [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ambiance 100%[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Food was good. We ate everything especially the baked yellowtail cheek. If you like rolls they have a lot of options. We opted for sushi items. Service was quick and staff were attentive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Quiet meal in quiet location.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We enjoyed our family time.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Can't believe it took us so long to find this restaurant. It's been open for many years and it's full of regulars. Every roll we've gotten is very tasty, and not covered in sauce, which seems to be standard in a lot of places. Kanpai uses the freshest of ingredients, you can sit at the bar and watch them create these beautiful plates of sushi rolls, and sashimi to perfection. The owner is usually there and he is the friendliest man, very welcoming, and very dedicated. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a small place and it's usually full and that speaks for itself.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Each time we go, there's a group of at least eight enjoying themselves and the owner knows every one of them.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I think that says a lot of good things about Kanpai. read more

The service was good and quick. We just stopped in for a quick bite so we didn't try everything but the price was very reasonable. We got miso soup, chicken yakisoba, and a dynamite roll. The miso soup was great on a chilly night and came with tofu. The chicken yakisoba was delicious and the vegetables were cooked very well. It was a good portion size as well. And the dynamite roll was exactly as expected, delicious! [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe felt casual and it was the perfect quick bite before wrapping up date night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Definitely would return. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great little spot in the middle of the center.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service is quick and attentive. Every roll is pictured, but menu dose not reflect what is on the paper copy you give to the waiter so kind of a lapse there on what's available. Sushi tasted great was fresh rolls maybe a little on the smaller side but still great and delicious overall pleased with this spot and I'll be back. read more

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was my first time trying this Japanese restaurant. [[HIGHLIGHT]]When we first walked in, the interior looked nice and the restaurant appeared fairly clean.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] However, once we were seated, the experience started to decline. Aside from one South Asian staff member who was friendly and professional, most of the other employees appeared unhappy and unapproachable. The overall service felt cold and lacked warmth. The food took an unusually long time to arrive. We only ordered two sushi rolls, yet the wait was excessive. Unfortunately, the flavor was very underwhelming. The sushi was so average that the two of us could not even finish two rolls. The tea was another disappointment. It tasted extremely diluted, and the color suggested the tea leaves may have been reused multiple times. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]I love Kanpai, me and my family go after my daughter's softball games and love being there.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The staff are so nice and treat you respectfully. They are a great company and I really suggest that you go there. read more

Poor service with inattentive staff. We waited over 40 minutes for 3 extremely mediocre sushi rolls. There are much better options nearby. The paper menu to write your order on also makes no sense. It's not alphabetical, and it's not in the same order as the physical menu that has photos. It takes much longer than it should to find and mark what you want to order. Really, truly disappointing. read more

Out and about with this amazing crew! Laughter served with a side of deliciousness - our favorite combo! Cheers to good times and even better bites! My favorites: Octopus salad Spicy Calamari Unagi (Eel) read more

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Everything is amazing here !!!!! Staff included!!! We have come here since it opened!! Tommy the owner runs it well and remembers all his customer along with staff !! Best fresh sushi ever !! read more

I have been going here for my entire life. Best sushi around, very yummy rolls and high quality fish every single time. The owner is amazing and very friendly. Service is always great and our order is usually remembered by staff. It is a local favorite spot for both in dining and takeout options. My go to place to bring friends to and our favorite family dinner restaurant. read more

The sushi here is amazing! So fresh! The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very clean and nice restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Always a pleasure to come here. You will not be disappointed! read more

This restaurant is the longest running business with the same owners in the city. The fish quality is top notch! The owner makes sure to talk to all his customers and gives it a feeling of being home! We've been customers since they opened! It's our favorite place for incredible sushi! We've had sushi in many places but will always be grateful to have Kanpai to remind us what's it should be about! Just keep doing what you're doing. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This restaurant is welcoming and attentive to the freshness of their menu.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our server was courteous and service oriented. My first visit left a positive impression on us. We plan on returning and recommend this restaurant. read more

Ok first off FOOD!!! Top notch and they always take good care w my order. We used to live quite close... now however, I'm 5 miles away not super convenient BUT IDK THIS IS MY PLACE AND THEY MAKE MY ORDER PERFECTLY EACH TIME!!! 2-4 X a week!!! Yes that's correct!!! You will NOT be disappointed and the waiters as well as the chefs are friendly!!! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I feel like Norm at Cheers. Nuff Said?[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Really like this restaurant. Staff was knowledgeable on suggestions since we've never been there . Food was good and [[HIGHLIGHT]]we enjoyed the atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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Lots of sushi options and freshly being made out in the open. The place is neat and clean. Love that they have the seaweed salad, edamame, and soft shell crab for appetizers. It seems that the picture/description on their menu doesn't match what sushi you get, though. Since we were in a hurry, I didn't bother asking our server, who was very accommodating and warm. We placed 2 orders for the green tea ice cream and each one of us had a scoop - I think they gave us more for free! read more

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Went here for the first time. The staff was nice but the sushi was not good. I normally sit at the bar and order sushi pieces instead of rolls. It was probably one of the worse sushi places I've had in the area especially for the price. Sushi pieces had way too much rice and rice was not soft. I also asked for house sake but they gave me a bottle for $17 for 1 person. I can't believe this place is in business. Very disappointed. read more

Consistent predictable excellent quality of food and service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Clean and flexible table formations for larger parties.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Family owned and operated. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Staff cares about guest experience and friendly atmosphere makes for an enjoyable unrushed meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We have been coming here for years. Great place, consistently fresh food, [[HIGHLIGHT]]cosy atmosphere[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]! Same people have been working here for a long time. read more

Very nice locally owned shop. The staff is great & the Sushi chefs are very talented. The seared albacore was fresh & delicious. Check them out. read more

Great quality service and food. This place is a longtime staple and is a consistent safe option for a great time.

This has been a family favorite for years! We bring family and friends here all the time. Not to mention our immediate family for all occasions. Everything is literally amazing!! read more

Been going to this place for years and they are fabulous! Extra kind and friendly to my son and now he loves going there and wants to eat there everyday. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Very family friendly[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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This is an excellent Sushi place. Sushi the best around. Rolls are fresh made to order, very fresh tasting and delicious. What makes this place exceptional is the staff. They are not only friendly but helpful explaining the different rolls etc. Our server was so nice and just took the time to explain the different menu items . The food came out in a timely manner, and presented beautifully. I will definitely return to Kanpai Sushi soon. read more

It's been a while since we'd visited Kanpai in Town Centre. The street walk was recently removed and we're back to having parking spaces again, which is miserable because people never show courtesy to allow a person to get into a spot since it's a tight 3 point turn, especially if someone is backing out on the adjacent side. My wife and I wanted to get it to go, but decided to go in. Nereo was our server and made the night even the more special. We walked in and the place was almost empty. And as soon as we were seated 5 or 6 separate parties got seated. I was worried that we wouldn't have our order taken before everyone that came in after us, so I was about to lose it. Instead of waiting I just went over and told Nereo what was going on and made sure he knew how I felt and he took care of it. Gave him our order that I'd filled out. Much credit to him because had it gone the other way it would have been the last time I'd be there. First in first out. It gets under my skin when restaurants don't pay attention to that. But the customer should get up and not assume it will get taken care of because these folks are busy. About the food and service. From the sushi, tuna, albacore, yellow tail, spicy tuna hand roll, crunch roll, and Tataki roll, to the miso soup and garlic edamame - it was all perfect. I can't believe how quickly the food came out. And our left over was boxed up for us. Nereo also spent some time having a nice conversation with us. I really enjoyed everything and look forward to being back. The only suggestion I have is to have fresh wasabi which is the cut up wasabi vs the paste. I was surprised they didn't have that. It's usually on the menu of other sushi places for an additional $3.50 or so. Thank you Nereo for great service that night. See you soon. If you haven't been to Kanpai, you should. read more

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The location of this spot is neat, the doors were open and there was some live music outside that set a fun mood. I have had better sushi and a yummier selection for fish varieties, however the orders I made were fresh, simple, and satisfying. The service is friendly here, although I wish they could customize their rolls or let you "edit" what you pick. read more

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Visited this afternoon for lunch with a friend. Service was fantastic - super thoughtful and kind, right there when something was needed. Sushi was very good - nigiri super fresh, Sweet shrimp with fried heads as well We will be back - read more

Very average sushi restaurant. Came here for dinner one night and got a whole bunch of rolls to share with our group. We were able to get a table outside on a warm summer day, so it was very nice. The food took a while to come out. The rolls were OK, nothing spectacular to rave about. Just decent three-star average sushi place. Service was OK, got a little spotty at times. Bathrooms are clean. Big parking lot for the mall, you can park pretty close to the restaurant and cut through. A bit pricey for what you get. read more

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I've been here 3 times, just found out about it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great atmosphere, good sushi and 1st class service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This is my new Sushi Spot. read more

Kanpai by far the best sushi in the area. Tom and Nerio are engaging and attentive to the clientele. The fish is fresh, prepared beautifully, and the restaurant is comfortable and clean. The chefs and staff truly provide service with a smile. We would eat here every day if we could! read more

Been here many times, always good, but Wednesday 11/13/24 I ordered a spicy tuna roll. Four hours later I got violently ill. Vomiting & diarrhea, I don't think I can go back. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Outstanding fresh fish, wonderful staff and ambience.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Always a good time at the sushi bar and the music is awesome as well, doesn't get better than this fabulous establishment to enjoy quality Japanese food.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Thank you so much, Tom & Joslyn for your attention to every detail with respect to your guests, Janet and I will see you again soon! ~Julie read more

Great food, great value, great service. Good sized cuts of fresh fish. Ordered combo sushi/sashimi and chirashi don. The large hot sake was bigger than typical "large"! Prices are good. Will definitely come back next time in OC! read more

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First sushi spot I tried in the Aliso Viejo. Sushi is pretty good. I've had better but will I come back yes. The service was amazing. Tom was great. Sashimi platter was pretty big for the dinner price. Rolls are clean! read more

Stopped in for lunch. Not a picky eater. Tried what looked like a good deal on a lunch special. Sashimi The salmon had a ton of fat on one side, not buttery like otoro. Hard fat. The yellow tail was rock hard. Wish I could give a place that appeared clean and in a good location a good review but it was not appetizing. Perhaps they gave me the bad cuts for lunch. Probably won't come back to try that theory. read more

I come here on my lunch break. The gentleman that work here are so nice my food is always fresh and ready when I get there. I highly recommend this sushi spot read more

Sexy roll and Yoshi roll super clean, never disappoints, good local spot for dine in or take out

For the price this sushi is FANTASTIC We have got take out from there a few times a month during Covid and the seafood is always fresh, and the boxes are nicely presented. Their soft shell crab roll is fab! The only reason I can't give five stars is because I have had better sushi. But as I said for the price it's really fantastic read more

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