Great service, one server on the floor, but he got the job done. Food was amazing, and drinks were top notch. Would definitely check it out if you're craving sushi here in Catalina read more

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My husband and I arrived to the island without knowing about this place. We were so hungry we decided to come in. It's small cozy and our waiter Danny served us twice on two different occasions both days he was on it. Appetizer da bomb shrimp was soooo good ! I ordered the shrimp tacos and delicious I didn't care for the tortillas but the fish and truffle fries were so good . My husband had the steak and lobster I thought he rice was unnecessary but overall very tasty .. next day before leaving the island we had 2 sushi rolls and again fresh quality fish I recommend this place. read more

Eh. Came for lunch, Menu looked good but place was pretty average. 2 of us, Ordered one water and one soda but never got our water, actually we never saw our waiter besides him taking our order and then not again until we ended up paying , and we had to flag the guy down after waiting card in hand for 5-10 mins after eating.... And no it was not busy We got Swordfish tacos because the waiter hyped them up, the meat was good but idk $10+ per taco seems a bit steep for how little meat was inside. Side Salad lettuce was pretty brown too, was edible just not my cup of tea. The edamame appetizer has a good chili oil on it, highlight of the place (even though it's a jarred one and I only know cause it's my favorite) Overall glad I tried it but probably won't be back, at minimum gotta have the waiters check drinks.. ask if we like the food, offer us napkins or put them out for us to grab - so many other reviews are stellar for the sushi and the service but we got the opposite today. Was around $70 with tip for 4 tacos, 2 side salads, one edamame and one soda, we probably paid for the water we didn't get but don't even know, no receipt, no breakdown. read more

NDMK Fish House - Fish tacos , swordfish and side salad - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California

This was probably one of my favorite restaurants on Catalina Island. My family and I arrived around 5:30 PM and there was already a huge crowd of people. We got seated within 10-15 minutes but waiting for our food took awhile after we had ordered. We got some of their popular items: poke bowl, fish tacos, fish & chips, and mahi mahi. The decor inside was pretty cool-- they showed pictures of the owner (?) catching a really HUGE fish which was pretty insane! The food itself was super tasty; I really liked their fish tacos. It was so fresh and juicy, lived up to the expectations. I would definitely come back if I'm in Catalina Island. read more

We landed on Avalon and were hungry... so, we ate here. Nice staff, a nice little eatery... can't really relate to a $135 bill for three people - we didn't order excessively... But, the food was fine, the lobster bisque was nice, the clam chowder was good... I would say they've got a solid little place here. We recommend. read more

4/2 at 3:10 pm - Just left, absolutely ignored. The host, wait staff and server had us sit there then escorted someone else to their table brought them water asked everyone around us if they needed anything, looked at us and walked away. Was hoping this would be the last stop of such a great day. #catalinaflyer read more

Service was great, menu had various options to meet different preferences, and food was fresh, had amazing flavor, and was well prepared!

If you want fresh, well-prepared fish, this is the place for you. At the advice of 'local' Chuck, bartender at an Avalon sports bar, we visited NDMK (the original, not the topside) on Sunday evening. The server was knowledgeable and provided great information and recommendations which we used when placing our order. It was really hard to make a choice because there were a number of enticing options. I ordered a cup of lobster bisque to begin, the yellowfin fish collar appetizer as an entree, and I added sides of seaweed salad and broccolini. My sweetie ordered the Pier Salad with halibut. We shared a bottle of quite reasonably priced Pinot Grigio. The lobster bisque was a creamy prelude to our meal. It was rich and full of little bits of spiny lobster. It had the taste of a sherry float (IYKYK) on top, although that was not part of their description! The yellowfin collar was lightly breaded and fried...and fabulous. It was beautifully presented with an abstract of dynamite and eel sauces on a gratuitous bed of cabbage. The broccolini came out warm and seasoned with sesame. The seaweed salad was tasty. The Pier salad had a variety of chopped veg and edamame. The tuna wasabi dressing could have been drank with a straw - it was a perfect viscosity and flavor combo for the salad. The halibut chunks on top were divine. They were perfectly charred on grill grates and cooked precisely. The owners have elected to put their investment in the fresh fish they offer. The dining room is simple and diner-like. It was clean and casual. This was a fantastic meal, and we left fully sated.. read more

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Best fish & chips we had on the island.. and fresh sushi looks like a local favorite.

Food is pretty good and fresh, kudos! Price is slightly on the high side, but a lot of places are priced on the higher side on this island, I suppose that is expected. Service was ok, I think we were serviced after the tables that came after us... read more

Great swordfish tacos!!! Service is also great! Vibes are awesome!! Definitely recommend it read more

NDMK Fish House - Swordfish tacos! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California

Cool spot for a quick bite on some sushi! I had a few rolls, and a fish sandwich. Also their special NDMK fries are Priced VERY well for island food and servers were great. read more

NDMK Fish House - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California

Great quality awesome customer service lots of options also had the ceviche, and a burger all were great choices family friendly read more

NDMK Fish House - Very delicious, fresh and great customer service - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California

Decent portion sizes. A few flies buzzing around ruined the ambiance - noticed this at several other Avalon restaurants. Server was kind & gave us some history about the place as well. read more

Wow. Fish and chips, get it here! So fresh not greasy! Sushi was good too o! Red ripper pictures. Def recommend.. Moscow mule was great too! Service was quick too. read more

NDMK Fish House - Fish & chips - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California

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food was decent but we waited ~45 minutes for it which was fine because they notified us that there would be a delay before we ordered but it was still surprising since it was later into the night and there were less people. fries were super good, not soggy at all. buffalo burger was tasty & not dry. poke was good as well! fish tasted super fresh unfortunately some items weren't available because they sold out so definitely come earlier into the day just in case! read more

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was recommended this place by our tour guide. it was crowded even after lunchtime so you know its a good restaurant. ceviche was ok for an appetizer. the waiter recommended the halibut with lemon butter and capers. it was so delicious and the fish was so fresh and flakey. chefs kiss. read more

NDMK Fish House - halibut with lemon butter and caper, ndmk fries - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California

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Husband order a lava cake dessert to go. They gave him a beeper to let him know when it was ready . It was a slow afternoon. He waited 20 mins and it wasn't ready yet so he went back inside the restaurant and to see about his order. They gave it to him. He opened the container as soon as he exit the door of the place. It was a mess! The ice cream was almost All melted like warm soup. Can't believe he waited so long. I'm sure it was ready quite sometime and he was forgotten. read more

-1 star because they don't offer free water. Only bottles that you have to purchase. I'm pretty sure this is illegal in California. -1 star because they charge a credit card fee. I had the fish tacos & truffle fries, my husband ordered fish and chips. Both came out hot, good portion size. Good flavor. Minimal inside seating. read more

Low-key, easygoing vibe. Impressive menu with both cooked fish & raw sushi. Husband got the locally caught swordfish. Said it was one of the best he's ever had. My sushi roll was creative. One suggestion-they should just serve real wasabi. I didn't order it ($4 extra). Got served the paste version? Didn't taste as good. Would have spent the extra $4, but didn't understand 'til too late. BUT ... their EDAMAME is off-the-chart, on GOOD! Best rendition I've ever had. Try it. read more

Listen- it is HARD traveling with a toddler. The service here is some of the best we have ever received. Family friendly with delicious food is always a winner! She was so patient, and gave us recommendations and accommodations before we even asked. We ordered one sushi roll and the fish and chips and both were absolutely spectacular. I also ordered a side of white rice for my child and she brought an extra round low plate that wouldn't break. It has a casual vibe but the restaurant is well kept, clean, and looks like it was recently renovated. It is close to the ferry so if you arrive starving or want a bite before you go, this is the place!! Did I mention that the fish and chips gives you the choice of type of fish? I had never seen that before but I ordered the halibut per the server's suggestion and all three of us loved it. read more

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We dined here the other night. Cozy spot. It was busy but our party of 7 was seated in about 10 min. Server was friendly and patient. It took a little while to get everything but it was worth it! Everything was fantastic. For apps, we ordered edamame, spicy shrimp and calamari. Dinner was a mix of sushi, lobster, swordfish and Mahi Mahi . It was delicious. Everyone was happy. We definitely will make it a priority our next trip! read more

Went here on a Monday at 230 pm and there were seats available. The waiters were nice and informative! The food was good and they sell some beer! It is a casual spot. Considering all the food choices at Avalon, I would rate this as one of the better restaurants. I would come back to this! read more

NDMK Fish House - Fish n chips, poke bowl, clam chowder - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California

No lie - it's a new favorite. We are here twice in on weekend, and eating in restaurants is our main activity when we come to Avalon. The quality of the fish was amazing, and they really live up to their ethos. Definitely recommend the ceviche - it's top notch! read more

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Must try the Halibut FISH & CHIPS. FRESH FRESH FRESH! I also had the Fire Roll, it was super spicy full of flavor ! read more

NDMK Fish House - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California

I come here fairly often and they are so accommodating to my special requests. The service is quick and the food is always fresh and delicious. I appreciate the friendly people who work here and how they always get my order right. It can get busy at night but it's worth the wait. read more

Ugh. I really really really wanted to like this place but if you serve sushi you really should know how to cook rice. The rice was hard as in not cooked all the way through. Our sushi and hand rolls were really hard to eat. I'm not sure I can give this place another chance. read more

We had a great dinner here! I had the ahi tuna poke bowl which was SO fresh and flavorful with an emphasis on sesame oil, which I liked. My daughter loved it as well. My daughter had the swordfish which was hearty and meaty and tasty. It is a small and cute restaurant. There were pictures on the wall of the fish being caught in the wild. I overheard a server say they would even cook up your own fresh catch if you bring it in with you. Would definitely return next time we make it to Catalina! read more

Meh. Catalina is not really a foodie's island anyways. Disappointing miso soup (that cost wayyyy too much), okay sushi, and oily seaweed salad. But, I think that you shouldn't come to Catalina expecting stellar Japanese food. The fish tacos, however, met expectations. Good fish and vibrant flavors. Well done. The restaurant doesn't accommodate parties over 6 very well, so if you have more people I recommend trying another place. read more

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If you're roaming around Catalina Island and need a good seafood fix, NDMK should definitely be on your radar. It's one of the top three spots to eat in Avalon, mainly because the food is so good. We had the swordfish and the ahi tuna poke bowl, and both dishes were super fresh and tasty. Even though all the fish they use is not local a good part of it is. The place itself is alright - nothing super flashy, but clean enough. The service is pretty standard; nothing to write home about but it does the job. The prices aren't too steep either, which is always a plus. All in all, NDMK's great food makes it totally worth a visit while you're on the island. read more

NDMK Fish House - Poke Bowl - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California

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Food was awesome! We got the island of romance roll - the truffle honey chili sauce was *chef's kiss* so good. The poke bowl was decent - fish tasted fresh. Not sure why some of the reviews are 1 star. Ambiance is very chill, island vibes. Service was great as well! read more

NDMK Fish House - Island of romance roll, half/half poke bowl - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California

Food: Portions were pretty small. Blackened Mahi Mahi was about 33, can't remember the exact since they don't show you pricing on the menu for plates. Blackened is two extra bucks. Fish was super fresh and good though, but barely enough for one person. Tuna poke bowl was a better size, since it had rice. Tuna was also pretty fresh. Sushi roll was ok, could do with or without it. But because portion sizes were small, we did need some appetizer. They only had like three appetizers available from their menu, which was shocking. Also half the sushi menu was salmon, and they didn't even have that available. You'd think a restaurant on the weekend during dinner service would have most of their menu available... Service: the service was ok, the waiter helped us order and got us three bottles of water since they don't have water in cups available...? Didn't check up on us during the meal, which is fine, but as we were paying and the tip option came up, the server tapped on 20% himself. That was the first time a server ever decided what to tip himself automatically. Overall, food is good but the service, lack of availability on menu, and portion sizes was subpar. read more

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Every experience here is: bubbly, quality and kind energy. Fav sushi place, you can tell the fish is fresh and well taken care of

Like so many Avalon restaurants where the bar is low, here you will get impersonal service, average food and generally a forgettable meal. The French Frys are coated with chemicals to retain crispness and are terrible. I call them Covid Frys since many restaurants started serving them during Covid 19 because everyone ordered take-out and these "fake" frys filled the bill. When traveling to Catalina, bring your own boat if you want good food. read more

NDMC Fish House .... A hole in the wall restaurant on Catalina Island that carries a huge stick. I was out here celebrating a friend's birthday. After a day of walking around the island it was time to eat. All we saw on the sign outside was "Sushi". We were before the lunch crowd and were immediately sat at a booth. The ambiance and vibe was that of my favorite sushi house in Kihei, Maui. Kenneth was our waiter ... Cool vibe emiting from him. After reading the previous reviews, we followed suit and ordered the halibut fish and chips, ceviche, Fender Hand Roll and Ripper Roll. (You Google reviewers ... YOU DID NOT DISAPPOINT.) NDMC Fish House you came in clutch. The food presentation, quality and taste was FEAKING AWESOME. Kenneth you're BADASS!! Thank you for taking care of us. Even though you were mannered by the afternoon crowd you still kept your cool and did not waiver on your vibe. NDMC Fish House you've gained a new customer. Mahalos plenty. Mahalos lots. read more

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Extremely basic food at an expensive rate. FISH TACOS: tried the sea bass ones and they were okay at best. If you enjoy chipotle sauce it gives a nice added spice but I had to add salt to bring out any flavor FISH AND CHIPS: sucks they had no cod but I order s the halibut and I think if I went with a different fish may have been better. Maybe a mahi mahi or sea bass as well. Fries were so oddly shaped I couldn't really say what kind maybe like steak fries? Still the fish was fresh but not juicy SUSHI: I would say their sushi was pretty good. I would come here for that at least. read more

The service is good. I like Sucsi food. i've done here over two dozen times. I will continue to dine in here. read more

NDMK Fish House - fish and frise - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California

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Great food, fast and attentive service - could not be happier. We have been enjoying Avalon and this place was right in line with the overall ocean island vibe! Thank you for a great experience! read more

I ordered the oysters and their salmon poke bowl with mixed greens. Both were rich in flavor and yummy. I would definitely be returning to order those items again. The staff were very welcoming and attentive. read more

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The food was OK wasn't anything fancy of a sushi spot in Catalina Island it was mediocre too much hype but overall was good food not gonna complain. The only issue was wish they would've attended to us. More wasn't that busy they forgot to give us our sodas and still charge us but we caught it and they provided us to go cups for our soda. It was great i got a rainbow row and fish tacos read more

NDMK Fish House - Sushi Bars Near Me - Avalon, California