I have driven past Kazama Sushi at Village Plaza in Claremont on many occasions. I would say to myself, I'm going to eat there one fine day. Well, that fine day has arrived. I was on a solo date with moi. Love to dine with self always! Staff was very welcoming upon entry. Service was top-notch throughout the evening. I went all out on my dining experience. I couldn't resist, but to order the best sushi rolls, sushi + ramen bowls, and iced green tea. Let's just say I was hungry LOL. Everything was amazing! Seaweed salad was the best I've ever had. Between the two sushi rolls, I enjoyed the Carribean Roll more. I think it was the sweet onion that put it over the top. TASTY! Chirashi Bowl had fresh fishes in good cuts. YUM! Ramen Bowl had savory broth and tender chashu pork with all my favorite toppings. DELISH! Refreshing Iced Green Tea was in a large glass. YAY! I dined liked a queen. I would do it again. Of course, I had to pack the leftovers to-go plus order some to-go for my daughters. Overall dining experience was wonderful. Definitely would come back again. If you haven't tried Kazama Sushi, add it to your list to try. Dine-In: *Seaweed Salad - marinated seaweed with sesame oil & seed *Carribean Roll - In: spicy crab meat, avocado, cucumber/ Out: salmon, lemon, sweet onion, cilantro with sweet sauce and cilantro sauce *Old Town Roll - In: crab stick, shrimp tempura, avocado/ Out: seared salmon belly, sprouts, garlic ponzu, tobiko *Chirashi Bowl - Chef's select fishes over sushi rice *Miso Ramen Bowl - Japanese ramen noodle soup with chashu pork, egg, corn, ginger, green onion & seaweed *Iced Green Tea To-Go: *Chirashi Bowl *Miso Ramen Bowl Btw, free parking can be found at the nearby parking garage or on the streets. You may enter this restaurant from the front entrance or the back doors. Besides inside seating, limited outside seating is available near the back entrance. read more

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Fast service, wasn't busy an hour before closing. Lots of staff available to support a rush. I ordered the Tropical Salmon Roll & Eel roll. Went in with an empty stomach, ordered a water which i only took a sip of. Pros: -Sushi size is bigger than most places -They were very generous w/ the ginger & wasabi -They provided a lolipop w/ your check Cons: -I wish the Eel was crisper I feel like a 7/10 full. I paid $32.36 (before tip) Pretty satisfied with my meal. Still exploring sushi spots to see if rolls are worth the price so no opinion as of right now, However I have been to cheaper spots (just as good) in the SD area. read more

Food: Food was a 5/5! Fresh with large portions. I order the sashimi salad, spicy edamame, and large miso soup. Hubby order spicy tuna rolls and vegetable tempura. The edamame was real spicy and heavy with garlic, just like I like it! Service: 4/5. Started off a little slow. About a 10 minute delay before they took our order. The sushi chef had to flag down the hostess for us. Ambience: pretty small and tight, but clean and cozy. We sat at the bar. Overall, I can see why this restaurant is highly rated. We will be back and give another chance on the service. read more

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It was a smaller site with wall to wall people- so we had to sit at the bar. Initially we had to wait 10 minutes and we weren't helped and the sushi chef asked us Were we ready- he then summoned the waitress. This part wasn't too cool, but idk ‍ Watching the sushi chefs cook was a treat and they were polite and friendly. We had some good items and the food here is great ! We had an Asahi beer, the spicy garlic Edemame, veggie tempura, spicy tuna rolls, a soup and a Sashimi salad- very tasty food!! read more

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The waiter was really nice and very professional. I ate out on the patio area. It was a perfect day. Very wheelchair accessible setting, as long as you don't need the restroom. Food choices: Eel hand roll and grilled salmon salad. The grilled salmon on the salad was cooked to perfection. The salad was baby mixed greens with a ginger dressing. I recommend asking them to serve salmon on a separate plate. Very tasty dish. The eel roll was not my favorite. The eel was mushy and flavorless, it was overcooked. The sweet ponzu helped a bit but not enough. The rice was over cooked as well, it was gummy and soft. I only ate three pieces of my roll. The iced tea come in giant mason jars and it was refreshing. Overall I will eat here again for the quality grilled salmon and maybe a bento dinner. read more

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Three friends decides to grab lunch after pickleball. So they pick Kazama Sushi, which has been around for a long time according to my friends. Service is quick and pretty good since it's mostly running by 2 people. I ordered lunch special set of tonkatsu and mixed tempura. Tonkatsu is slightly too dry, and mixed tempura too. Portions are really generous. Taste is good. I also try a piece of my friend's soft shell sushi - it's good size and tastes yummy. The vibe is very traditional Japanese restaurant. It's right at Claremont village area so parking could be a bit difficult. read more

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Good quality sushi at a nice neighborhood spot in Claremont. They have both inside and outside seating. We sat outside as the weather was a perfect. Service was fast and the staff was very accommodating. We had some appetizers (garlic edamame and salmon collar), a couple of rolls (dragon and spider) and then some sushi (fatty tuna, salmon belly, and uni). All great quality. Overall 5 stars. read more

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Sushi is my thaaaaang... I'm very very picky w all my food, but when it comes to sushi l'm very critical... i only like to order nigiri or sashimi when I dine at sushi spots. I hardly ever order rolls & don't even like getting chirashi's bc I don't like my fishies mixing w one another.. if I do order one of these it's bc my expectations are low. food gets 3.5 stars, just a bit above average.. it's not bad at all. The service and friendliness push it to 4 stars overall. read more

Always such a fabulous experience. We usually sit outside since we bring our fur baby and each time the service is great. Sushi is always fresh and delicious! read more

Kazama Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Claremont, California

It's been 9 long years since I've been here! Just had dinner with my daughter and Kazama Sushi is still the best sushi in the IE. They have premium ingredients such as fresh wasabi, sweet shrimp and monkfish liver. Then, those ingredients are prepared the right way. The owner, Chris Choe, still provides excellent friendly service! I need to come back soon! read more

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Super yummy spot!! We got the sashimi salad and dinner combo platter. the salad was very filling for me and the platter was perfect for my boyfriend. the fish is so fresh! The service here is fantastic!! Super nice and they make you feel well taken care of. The restaurant is on the louder side and packed inside. The outside seating has heaters for the colder nights. Will definitely come back to this spot. read more

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We've been loyal customers at Kazama Sushi in Claremont for years, which is exactly why today was such a letdown. The restaurant wasn't even busy, yet we were treated like we were invisible. It took about 20 minutes just to have our order taken while our server (wearing glasses) repeatedly sat down and socialized with a couple near the wall--full conversations, multiple times--without so much as a simple "I'll be right with you." I ordered hamachi collar and clam sushi, and my partner ordered the sashimi plate. The collar was dropped off by back staff (not our server), my partner's sashimi came out much later, and 45 minutes in I still hadn't received the clam sushi. So we're eating at different times, watching our server give all her attention elsewhere. Slow happens. Being ignored is different. Today felt disrespectful, and it completely ruined what's usually one of our favorite spots. If we come back at all, we'll be sitting at the counter--because apparently a table gets you forgotten. read more

Kazama Sushi - 20 minute collar - Sushi Bars Near Me - Claremont, California

A fan favorite in college town and after this visit I can see why. The portions are big and even though the sushi was mediocre I get it. Budgeting these days is a must and if you're going to try get more bang for your buck then why the heck not. The place is usually crowded so you're forced to stand in the doorway all in other people way. That's annoying. The menu is really big, like Cheesecake Factory big. If you are a foodie you kinda know what that means. The service was ok and the place looks really worn down. The sushi bar was sticky and it took awhile to get my order. I ordered their Salmon Collar which was decent along with their Monkfish Liver and Sashimi bowl. Those two items were also decent. I tried to like this place but it just wasn't cutting it. Yes I feel bad with the rating but that's what my tastebuds say. And that's my take on this, Peace, I'm out. read more

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Food 5/5 Every sushi roll I've tried here has been incredibly flavorful and satisfying! This place is definitely one of my top sushi spots. I especially loved the House Special Roll, a must-try if you're a fan of albacore. On this visit, I ordered the Fantasy Roll, and it did not disappoint. It was delicious, packed with flavor, and absolutely worth the price. The miso soup was also rich and flavorful, a perfect start to the meal. For dessert, I had the green tea ice cream, which was super tasty and a great way to end the experience. Highly recommend! Customer Service 5/5 The staff were friendly and attentive. I usually ask for extra sides, and the waiter brought them out without any hesitation. It didn't feel like a bother at all, which I really appreciated. Ambience 5/5 I've only ever sat outside at the back of the place, and I really enjoy the ambiance. It's a great spot to relax and have a meal. Cleanliness 4/5 Only judging from the outside, the staff makes an effort to wipe down the tables regularly. Wait Time 5/5 I've consistently experienced quick and efficient service. Cost 4/5 In my opinion, the cost is reasonable given the quality and flavor. Rolls are priced at $17 and up, but they're quite large; one roll is usually enough to fill you up. Just a heads-up: they do charge for sides. For example, a side of jalapeños was $1.00. Something to keep in mind! read more

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Had lunch with my parents at Kazama Sushi in Downtown Claremont and simply put, this place is amazing! Very small space with seating for about 20 people inside (including space at the sushi bar), we were welcome with a very friendly greeting and allowed to choose a table to our liking. The weekend afternoon was about half full of hungry patrons. We ordered a large selection of specialty rolls, including The Dynamite (Baked scallop, shrimp, crab, mushroom with masago & sweet sauce), Popcorn Lobster Roll (In: crab meat, avocado out: tempura langostino, masago, green onion, sweet sauce), Las Vegas Roll (In: mixed fish (tuna, salmon, ono, spicy tuna, albacore), cream cheese, eel, avocado out: masago, green onion, sweet sauce), and Monkey Brain (Deep fried japanese mushroom, spicy tuna, real crab & sweet sauce. The service was efficient and the servers were on top of the tables, ensuring great service. The rolls were quite delicious, large and very well-priced. Great flavors, very fresh seafood and some interesting combinations I hadn't experience before. There are two restrooms, and plenty of street or free structure parking within a short walking distance. If you are in the Claremont area and craving great quality sushi at an affordable price, check out Kazama. read more

Had a great first time for dinner! The cozy restaurant was bustling yet we were seated and served right away. The miso soup came out piping hot. The salad from my bento box was fresh and had a tangy flavorful dressing. The salmon teriyaki was one of the best I've had! The quality and portion size were surprising in comparison to other restaurants I've been to recently. My husband's chirashi bowl met his approval and he was extremely impressed with the yellowtail collar. It was a nice size and the meat was perfectly cooked! The service was attentive and friendly. We will be back I'm sure! read more

Claremont Hidden Gem! I've seen this place numerous time driving by but my husband and I were looking for a non-AYCE place near us and came across this spot. Cute place with both inside and outside seating. Considering it being a Monday night the place was packed when we walked in at 6:10 PM. We sat at the bar and ordered our beers first and then we opted in for their deluxe sushi dinner. Food was superb and their deluxe sushi is worth your money. You get assorted 11 premium sushi which you can't get for $39.99. Other places will charge you at least $80 to $100 per person for something like this. Sushi chefs and servers were so welcoming there especially us being korean. They were extra nice to us. Definitely will be visiting them again for their sushi. Quality was amazing and service was over the top too. Any locals who crave good sushi at a reasonable price this is the spot. Parking can get tricky but you have street parking or structure. Great date night spot and must try. read more

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Food was incredibly bland and not authentic at all. Overall environment was bad. The service was the only fine thing.

I was really excited to try this new sushi spot after hearing good things from friends, but unfortunately my experience turned out to be pretty awful. We were seated outside in what felt like a courtyard area that didn't really seem like part of the restaurant. On a positive note, the service was pretty attentive and friendly. We ordered a few drinks, along with several rolls and appetizers, and everything seemed fine at first. As I was finishing up, I took a sip of water and noticed something in my cup. There was dark brown sludge stuck along one of the inner ridges of my cup. I dont think i noticed it earlier because I had a highball I had been sipping on and the water cup is a darker transparent color. It looked like old sauce or residue that hadn't been cleaned out properly. That immediately made me uneasy and nervous and I stopped drinking from it. We left shortly after. About three hours later, I got hit with intense stomach cramps and ended up getting very sick. I couldn't keep anything down and was basically stuck in the bathroom for the next day and a half. My boyfriend also had some mild stomach irritation, but I definitely had it much worse. Very disappointed to get sick after dining out, especially at a place I was excited to try. Between the dirty cup and the possibility of improperly handled fish, something clearly went wrong. I've since seen other reviews mentioning similar issues, which is concerning. I've eaten at countless sushi spots and have never experienced anything like this. I am 100% positive I got sick from this restaurant because I only had one other meal earlier that day and my family (who did not go to the restaurant) had the same meal and they were fine. Sadly, I won't be returning, and I'd strongly caution others to be careful if they're considering trying this place. read more

You can't go wrong choosing anything from the vast Kazama sushi menu! The portions are quite generous, the fish very fresh and presented well. Shout out to Marley our server!!! So friendly, chatting with us, and basically reading our minds more than once, anticipating what we'd ask for! Thanks, so much, Marley! read more

My first time here and it won't be my last... Well deserved 5/5 Stars!! I wish I had taken pics of the sushi rolls when our server brought to our table but I dived right into tasting and being in the moment :0 Let me start with the cold Peach Tea served in a big jar- it was perfect! Not too sweet nor heavy on the Peach flavor. This tea was well balanced and refreshing. They offer a variety of other cold flavor teas as well. The In n Out Roll was my first order, if Salmon is your favorite fish, this roll is for you. It has fresh salmon outside and inside. I also ordered a Shashimi plate. It included fresh cut thin slices of Tuna, Salmon, Yellow Tail, Albacore, and Blue Fin Tuna. This plate can serve 2 people. Smaller plated portions are offered as well. Both orders were delicious, fresh, and plated beautifully! This sushi restaurant is located in the heart of Old Town Claremont. It's welcoming, great atmosphere, sushi chefs and servers are friendly and helpful. They offer indoor and outdoor seating. I walked in on a Tuesday close to 7pm and luckily I was seated right away. The restaurant had a good amount of customers, it was busy. I can only assume the weekends are way busier along with a wait time. Definitely returning! read more

All my husband could say the whole meal was "this place is legit" lol, and it is! Very delicious food. Super flavorful, and the sushi is so fresh. Ambiance was chill and quiet. Like a little hidden gem. And service was good too, no complaints. We're big sushi lovers so we're happy to find another place that tastes so fresh and flavorful. We'll be back! read more

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A bit of a belated review but necessary so that I won't have to ask myself "What was that good nigiri place in Claremont called again?" Such delicious nigiris...possibly the best in the IE by far for nigiris alone. Rice was not mushy or dry, the fish was fresh (no stomachache or food poisoning is always be try much appreciated). The fish to rice ratio was perfect, not too much rice and not skimpy on the fish. Rolls and bento boxes are enjoyable enough. Good portion and service. Looking forward to going back again! read more

I love this place. They are the only sushi place that I will go to for their bentos. I absolutely love their salmon teriyaki with their spicy tuna roll for their bento box combo. It is such an amazing deal with all of the fresh food that you get with it! I have to say, I have been getting the teriyaki salmon here for years and the salmon is always perfectly cooked and never dry! read more

Thanks Marlee for your help.. the place is very relaxing, nice music not loud . Sushi rolls : Albacore fatty , Rainbow roll , and Lion roll were delicious! read more

We were visiting from out of town and stumbled upon this restaurant! The quality of the fish was really nice. All of the rolls tasted really good. My only feedback is that it was a little bit too much rice for us so we ended up removing a lot of it and push it to the side honestly though one roll each would've been perfect. We got three. We're definitely come back. read more

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Were sushi lovers so we tried a new spot in Claremont. We were a group of 8 so we sat in their outside back patio. Plenty of shade and seating. The host was a little dry at first but once we sat down things went smooth. Quick to get our order and bring us water. Everything was fresh and flavors were nice. The portions were a larger than we're used too so we could have ordered less and been ok. For sashimi orders, the size is definitely worth the price. For the sushi, big portions are filling. But over all we had a great experience and the food was delxiojs read more

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Date night with the hubby... this place is usually packed but we came closer to closing and got lucky- seated asap. Food: our go to: miso soup, in n out roll, fire roll, house special roll, and a small sashimi. Price- $85 Service: was pleasant and quick Ambiance: cool chill spot read more

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I tried the salmon flower roll - it was delicious! I arrived at 7 and the wait was only 5 minutes for a party of 2! read more

Kazama Sushi - Salmon Flower Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Claremont, California

Got the 911 roll was pretty good, service was fast and food was good :) Overall a good experience, also got a free ice cream with this review! read more

Kazama Sushi - 911 Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Claremont, California

We came Friday afternoon around 1:45 not busy so we got seated immediately which was nice, since I had my nephew and niece with me! The food was really good. It's a cute little spot with nice decorations around. Staff was very friendly and patient with our orders and questions. read more

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My partner and I love coming to this sushi spot. This place has never let us down and the food is amazing every time! The staff is always very kind and the atmosphere is very casual and comfortable. They have a varied selection and they definitely have something for everyone here! :) read more

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The food, services and atmosphere was excellent. I loved it and will be back again for sure read more

Kazama Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Claremont, California

Great service. So fresh. We got quality pieces of thick, cut sashimi and delicious karaage chicken. You want to go on a date? Go here! read more

Kazama Sushi - Medium Sashimi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Claremont, California

Kazama is a great place when you are craving sushi in the Claremont area. Service is fast and friendly but the inside seating is pretty tight. There are many lunch specials available- I ordered the Lunch Combo #1 which comes with a roll and various pieces of sushi. I believe my total was around $24. A bit pricey, but I thought they offered a generous amount of fish. read more

Kazama Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Claremont, California

Been here twice now! The sushi was great, the place was busy so be aware! Very decent restaurant and I'd come back again!

Tonight, I walked two miles from my house just for this sushi. The handsome, debonair owner (I think)? greeted me like I was an old friend, I marveled at the pretty tree I sat under all lit up and my sushi was heavenly. My server, Gonzalo, was so kind and happy - like he was thrilled to work there. Such a warm vibe. This place is what Claremont is all about!!! The basic sushi dinner is my jam. read more

Kazama Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Claremont, California

We went here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon and were greeted immediately and sat at the sushi bar. They do not have paper menus, you do have to scan a QR code. We ordered the fried soft shell crab, the sashimi 14 piece platter, the house special roll and the Daisy roll. The service was great and fast. The restaurant looked like it could use updates but things looked clean. The food tasted really good with the exception of the soft shell crab. It didn't seem like it was freshly fried. However, we both ended up getting sick later that night. However, that's always a risk with sushi. read more

Had lunch here recently. We sat outside in the back which was very nice. We all had their bento boxes (they call them Dinner Box Specials). $25 to $30 and generously filled with delicious food. Staff was very friendly. Next time, I'll try the sushi. They have many choices. read more

Okay, I think I found my new happy place -- and it comes with tempura. The tempura at Kazama Sushi deserves its own fan club. Perfectly crispy, zero sogginess, and somehow it stayed crunchy even while I was talking too much between bites. And the In-N-Out Roll? Honestly, if the burger place ever found out about this, there might be a lawsuit -- because this roll stole the show. Salmon in and out? Yes, please. Service was fast, everyone was super friendly, and I left feeling like I could happily live on rolls and tempura forever. read more