Amazing tonkotsu!! Must try the green tea mochi as well, Emily was so kind and attentive and hilarious as well. Really brought a smile to our dinner here :) read more

Amazing sushi great service! Number 1# in oc great all you can eat prices Good quality food read more

Delicious food and service. Peter was really attentive and nice! The food was great I really liked the crunchy roll. Everyone was super nice! read more

Good food, good service, good pricings, recommended! Big live shrimps Hidden gem in Anaheim read more

Stopped by Niku Sushi after Disney for Mother's Day and it was such a good choice. We did the all you can eat sushi and everything tasted super fresh. Even the short rib surprised me -- super tender and packed with flavor. The sushi itself was really well balanced too. A lot of places overload the rice, but the fish-to-rice ratio here was perfect and you could actually appreciate how fresh the fish was. Huge shoutout to Christopher, Clara, and Kevin for taking amazing care of us the entire time. The service was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. The only small downside was that my son only ate plain rice and we were charged $3 per bowl for it. I totally understand policies, but since he wasn't really eating from the menu otherwise, it would've been nice if there had been a little flexibility there. Overall though, the food and service were great and we'll absolutely be back whenever we're in the area again. read more

After a long day at Disneyland, I was starving and looking for some fuel. At first I thought this was associated with Niku steakhouse and all the chubby cattle brands but it is not. I called ahead just to check on the wait and was pleasantly surprised that it was actually pretty empty. There's plenty of parking and I saw quite a few folks pick up to go orders but I already had my mind set on AYCE. The service is kind and I always love siting at the bar and watching the chefs do their thing. This place was super casual with the tvs on. The sushi itself was just average. I can tell you I hated the chicken skewers and the oysters. The skewers had this odd flavor profile and the oysters did not taste fresh and were so rubbery that I spit it out. All of the other sushi was just decent and average. I wouldn't get the AYCE again but it definitely looks like there are some rolls which are done well so that's prob the way to go. read more

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*NOT AUTISM FRIENDLY* This is not a bad review, just a warning to other parents out there. I wanted to treat my friend to sushi, and she has a toddler who can't eat new foods. I called ahead to ask about their kids menu, then picked up a happy meal at McDonald's since they do not have chicken nuggets. The host up front let us know that Niku had a strict outside food policy. He was very kind about it, but it was still shocking and even felt a bit discriminatory. I understand that restaurants are legally allowed to deny service since they carry all liability for any food consumed on the premise, but at the same time, people with disabilities are also allowed service dogs even though animals in restaurants are considered a health code violation. I guess the law just needs to catch up to include autistic people as well. Again, not a poor review. Just a word of warning. EDIT: Actually, just researched it!! It is in violation of ADA law. We did not bring in competing food (since it was a happy meal to a sushi restaurant), and we didn't ask for the kitchen to prepare the food (heat it up) in any way so no cross contamination. Hopefully, we can both learn from this experience. RESPONSE: Hi, Angela. Please research the matter fully before responding. This is not considered cross contamination since the outside food is not being handled or prepared by kitchen staff or even crossing into food preparation areas. It would be more of a violation if kitchen and service staff were eating in food prep areas. (And with all due respect, seeing as to Niku's past health code violations which are public information, outside food doesn't seem to be your biggest issue anyway.) Here's the bottom line: According to ADA law (please reference Title III) and California's Unruh Civil Rights Act, Autism is a disability requiring meal modifications. It is recognized that federal and state laws regarding equal access for people with disabilities supersede local ordinances. There is also precedent that "outside food" is a "reasonable modification" to accommodate an Autistic toddler. You may refuse service as you are a private business, but you cannot use OC Health Codes as the excuse. I am just here to warn other parents that this establishment is not able to accommodate these specific needs. In the future, I will advocate for my friend's son better than I did that day. I am also hoping that your establishment looks into this a little more carefully as this can open you up to statutory damages should an advocate have a little more time than I do. Here's a helpful quick sheet: https://www.caspcalifornia.com/resources/ada-compliance-restaurants-guide read more

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Haven't been here in 2 years and the food is still excellent! I love the switch to the iPad ordering. Food still comes out super quick. Clara was such an amazing attentive server, always offering us refills on drinks and checking to see if everything is OK! Looking forward to coming back again soon :) read more

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I've been passing this place for a while now and finally decided to give it a try. Did the AYCE deal and tried as much as I could the service was quick, the food was great. Only the Cajun tuna tasted a little lacking in freshness, but everything else was wonderful. I have been looking for a good AYCE place and I think this is it! Already hungry for more. We'll definitely be back with friends! read more

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One of the better AYCE AYCE AYCE sushi spots I've tried. About 10 minutes from Disneyland in downtown Anaheim. There's free parking and a big restaurant with a lot of tables and bar seating. We came in for dinner, $38.99 PP. 100 minutes time limit, order via tablet and you can order every 10 minutes (wait every 10 minutes to place an order). Plenty of time. The specialty fish and dishes were delicious. 1 per person, Salmon, Yellowtail belly, Hotate (large scallop), carpaccio, etc. the nigiri sushi was outstanding, fresh, not a ton of fish and rice (loved their different sushi), appetizers and dishes abound. The service was also awesome as the wait staff checked on us often. Water and soda were always full. Great time, great sushi, definitely be back after my next Disneyland trip again! read more

Came here for lunch at 12pm. There's plenty of parking as there is a private parking lot for the restaurant which is always a plus. For $38.99 each, we got the AYCE sushi. You order on an iPad and they have a large menu of appetizers, nigiri, fresh rolls, cut rolls, and hand rolls. PROS: service was quick and friendly; the sushi is so fresh and so delicious (salmon roe, yellowtail carpaccio, and salmon carpaccio were the BEST); the restaurant is very clean; $39 for fresh and great AYCE sushi is awesome; the interior is cute and the sushi is made right in front of you; plenty of TVs to watch sports and shows. CONS: the nigiri options are limited, while the menu is packed with plenty of fresh roll options; the seating arrangement for lunch can be hit or miss. If you're in the Anaheim area, this is a must try to satisfy your sushi cravings! Our waiters were great and all of the sushi is so visually appealing. The restaurant is quite big as there are basically three different seating areas. There is one area for big parties, a middle hallway for two people seating, and a large mean area with the nice interior and design. Unfortunately, we were sat in the middle hallway area as that's all they seat during lunch hours until it get packed. read more

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Continuing our search for a decent AYCE sushi place in OC, we made the 40 min trek out to Anaheim to check out Niku Sushi. We decided to go early for dinner (4pm) to avoid any potential crowds. Upon arrival, we were pleased to see that they had free parking. There are several other businesses in the area, along with residential condos right across the street. As we entered, we were surprised at how large the restaurant is. We sat in the front near the entrance, but there's a huge area in the back that can accommodate many people. As soon as we sat down, we were greeted by a friendly employee who explained the AYCE sushi process to us. Basically you order everything on the iPad that they give to you. This is an efficient method because you send your order directly to the kitchen, however I actually prefer having a paper list so I can see everything on one sheet, instead of scrolling up & down. There are limits to how many pieces you can order: Order Limit (per person, per round): * Up to 10 pieces of sushi nigiri * Up to 3 orders of soup & salad * Up to 3 orders of appetizers * Up to 2 orders of rolls (4 - 8 pcs per order) * Up to 2 orders of no-rice rolls (2 pcs per order) This makes me wonder why they call it AYCE if there are limitations. Also you must finish in 100 minutes. The AYCE price for dinner is $38.99 pp, which is lower than most AYCE places that we've tried. The fish to rice ratio was appropriate and the nigiri seemed pretty fresh. The rest of the items we ordered were not as good, such as the salmon skin hand roll (tasteless), the baked oyster and mussels (rubbery) and hubby didn't care for the Alaska roll. He said the crab part tasted funny. Overall, we would not return primarily because everything was just average and it's quite further for us to get there than other AYCE sushi places near us. Great job to the friendly staff though! They were fast and efficient. read more

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Reasonable AYCE prices, good service, and lots of menu options here at Niku Sushi. My only complaint was the quality of the salmon (my favorite fish) was lacking - dry and not as buttery/rich. Perhaps an off day? Ikura was fishy too. However the samurai no rice roll was good along with the apps (tempura, baked mussels). Decent fish to rice ratio as well. read more

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Good was good and even though the wait was long the service was good. Prices are fair and the food is good. Ambiance is ok but nothing that stands out. read more

Fast service, fun ambience, staff was very attentive and fun to interact with. Came here on a Saturday during around 3 PM, no wait time. Premium dinner AYCE $38.99 The premium options included were delicious!!! Ordering on the IPad was fun and easy, 10 minute cooling off intervals but you CAN queue up for your next round. Dessert is not included read more

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Peter is absolutely amazing! From the moment you walk in, Peter makes you feel welcomed and taken care of. The service is friendly, attentive, and you can tell he truly cares about his customers. The sushi is incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. Every roll we tried was delicious, and the quality of the fish really stands out. You can tell a lot of pride goes into the food here. If you're looking for great sushi and a welcoming atmosphere, this place is a must-visit. Peter runs a fantastic restaurant and we'll definitely be coming back! read more

Niku Sushi - So many rolls, all are fresh. Made it to 2 rounds. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Anaheim, California

Niku Sushi in Anaheim is hands down one of my favorite AYCE spots! The all-you-can-eat menu is the bomb -- super fresh fish, generous portions, and they even include premium options that are actually high quality (not the tiny, "just okay" kind). Everything tasted so fresh and yummy -- you can really tell they care about what they're serving. Honestly... this was even better than the AYCE spots in Little Tokyo -- fresher fish, better variety, and overall just a more satisfying experience. Clara was AMAZING -- so friendly, attentive, and on top of everything without being overbearing. The ambience was great too: relaxed vibe, not too busy, and perfect for actually enjoying your meal without feeling rushed. Tons of choices, great service, and fresh fish every time. Definitely coming back! read more

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This was my first time eating at Niku Sushi located in Anaheim, CA. I'd really wanted to like the place but some of their food fell short. After very disappointing, mediocre mexican food from last night, this was 5 times better but with a few flaws. 4/5 Good -Free refills for the Arnold Palmer was on point. -Grilled shrimp tasted fresh, not the frozen mushy ones. -Service: I had like 3 different servers getting my drinks refilled and some were attentive and some kinda clumsy, dropping the ipad on the table. Some of the food took longer than usual, and I had to flag the staff, but overall service was good. -This place has a lot of seating and outside seating is available too, I think. Parking is good and not too narrow like other places for your vehicles. 3/5 OK -Shrimp tempura was soggy, not crunchy. -Miso soup tasted a bit salty. -Super Dragon Roll tasted ok but I had a lot better in LV and other AYCE sushi places. -Side salad has a good ginger dressing but no tomatoes or cucumber on it. 2/5 Bad -Their beef ribs had small bone fragments. I bit on something really hard twice, and I had to spit it out on a piece of napkin SMH. Also, the marinade and taste it's not Korean style, it's more like a south-east asian flavor. -Chicken wings that were undercooked had to be sent back. -Fries were small bits and pieces. I think these are curly fries. -I wasn't really impressed with some of their sushi rolls and I think the rolls are a bit too big. I really like Unagi (eel) but, for some reason, their Unagi quality wasn't up to par with LV or other AYCE sushi places. -The Salmon collard came out the very last out of all the appetizers and, for being this small, it shouldn't take that long. -Desert wasn't included on the AYCE dinner menu. You would have to shell out another $1.99 or more. I wasn't really mind-blowing dining here at Niku Sushi. Another AYCE sushi place has a lot more to offer and a bit cheaper and dessert is included. Niku Sushi, I wish you guys nothing but the best and your continuing success. read more

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Dined here last night with a bunch of friends, and we had a blast! The all-you-can-eat price is a bit steep at $40 per person, but to be fair, the menu is massive--tons of hot food options that make it hard to complain. What really surprised me was that they actually let you opt out of AYCE while sitting at the same table. I didn't even know that was allowed at AYCE places--felt like I discovered a secret menu setting. Our waitress was amazing. She handled our big group like a pro and still made sure I was taken care of even though I wasn't doing AYCE. When I went to pay, she even double-checked that group gratuity wasn't added to my bill, which I really appreciated (don't worry, I still tipped her well!). Overall, great service, great food, and a fun time with friends. I'll definitely be back for AYCE next time I show up really hungry. read more

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Overall, a good experience. Staff was helpful (it was our first time at this location), and service was pretty quick. It wasn't too busy. The rolls were fresh, and we ordered our money's worth. On some of the rolls, the sauce/toppings either made it better or made it worse. I was scraping off some of the heavy sauce from some pieces. Oddly, I enjoyed the Orange Chicken and the Chicken Katsu more than some of the rolls I ordered. We were in the area to take care of some business, so I'm not sure I'd be going out of my way to go back. read more

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Came here on a Friday with a party of 4. We had a reservation and were seated right away. We chose to do the AYCE menu. There is a limit per person per round for the menu. We ordered some appetizers and an assortment of nigiri. The appetizers came out quickly. I really enjoyed the crispy spicy tuna rice and the baked scallop. The nigiri took a very long time to come out. We had asked our waitress multiple times about our order and she said there was only one sushi chef that night and he was currently backed up. She also mentioned she was a bit afraid of him so she didn't want to ask him about our order...a very odd thing to say in my opinion. It had been about an hour by the time our nigiri came out. Since AYCE is timed, that cut a lot into our meal to be able to order more. The nigiri in general was very good. It was just a shame it took so long to come out. The food overall was very good. Fresh fish and quality bites. Service was fine, we just weren't too impressed by the pacing of everything. Maybe we came on an off night but I was a little let down, especially after reading all the great reviews. read more

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Niku Sushi is the only place I enjoy having any type of sushi, roll, bento, or anything else for that matter. Not too many place do all you can eat anymore, but Niku Sushi has the best cuts of fish and a perfect selection. Here, you are able to get hot food on your all you can eat order. Service is impeccable and the ambiance is calm and welcoming. If I could give 10 stars, I would. I do not like to go anywhere else for sushi, other than Niku Sushi! read more

We were greeted by the host, seated promptly, and given a quick explanation on how ordering works through the tablet. Each person can order from the premium menu once, which has a solid selection of higher-end sushi. All other items can be ordered normally, with about a 10-minute wait between orders, so it helps to make your first order count. Food came out quickly, and everything from the appetizers to the nigiri and sashimi was fresh and delicious. No issues at all with quality or freshness. I especially enjoyed the salmon belly, salmon, and eel, which all stood out. We also tried the beef short rib, which came out steaming hot, very flavorful, and went down easily. The crispy spicy tuna rice was another highlight and made for a great starter. One downside for me was the baked oysters. I didn't enjoy them as much as the baked mussels, which were more savory and flavorful. Overall, it was a good experience and definitely a spot worth checking out. I went in hungry and left full and satisfied. read more

We came in for our date night, and it was quite busy even with reservations. We waited about 10 minutes before we were seated, which was not bad restaurant is your typical Japanese style interior decor. It was noisy and during the time we were there, it was quite busy. Our waiter took a little bit longer to come greet us, but that was OK because we were too busy looking at the menu. You order from the mini iPad that seated on your table, the waiter comes and takes your order for drinks. We wanted to try a bunch of different sushi. Some were really good and some were not quite as good or fresh. Overall, it was an OK dinner aside from it being busy and our waiter taking a bit longer. Not sure we would come back. read more

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delicious sushi and amazing service, we came for their ayce and the fish tasted so fresh! read more

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Craving AYCE sushi, I tried Niku for the first time and left satisfied. Quality was solid for AYCE--no disappointments--and I loved that the seasoning was lighter than most spots. No MSG overload, no sugar bomb, and no post-meal thirst. Service was smooth, ambience exactly what you'd expect from an AYCE sushi joint. Giving it 4 stars instead of 5 only because I've had better elsewhere, but I'd gladly come back if I'm in the area. read more

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pretty solid AYCE sushi spot! it's located near downtown Anaheim, but good amount of parking. there's a variety of options & their nigiri was fairly tasty. they give larger cuts, so just keep that in mind! i would say their rice was not as savory or as seasoned as i would like. i loved all the side dishes! service was quick & fast, and checked in often. so many tables & a good spot to take small to large (8-10) groups! read more

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Tried this place for the first time yesterday because I've been going to the same place for years and wanted to give a newer place a chance . This place has plenty of inner and outdoor seating . It is nicely decorated inside and out . We did the all you can eat option and ate our hearts out . Everything was great from the spicy edamame to the Kobe sushi with brisket beef on top . The crunch rolls were delicious along with my husbands favorite Fuji which was a deep fried sushi roll . Service was great and everything came out fast despite there being a good amount of ppl there when we went for dinner . Location is downtown Anaheim , close to Anaheim packing house . It has a parking lot and a parking garage close by . read more

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This place never disappoints. The service is quick and reliable, the food is amazing and the setting is perfect. They have bar seating, and outdoor. The Kobe roll might be my new favorite, it is delicious. read more

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I would totally come back again after Disneyland! Friendly environment and delicious items! I got the AYCE option and it was totally worth for how much you're paying for. 10/10 sushi and 10/10 restaurant. Highly recommend :) read more

Great service. Emily was incredibly kind, attentive, and frequently checked in/cleared empty dishes. They're very transparent about the rules of AYCE so there are no surprises. Our favorites were the salmon collar and the salmon belly! Both of which are limited 1/person premiums (Can you tell we like salmon?) Will come back again when we're in the area! read more

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This was my 1st time here as I live in SD county but I wanted to try a place not near home and felt like going on a road trip . Lots of reviews on Yelp and Reddit helped me find this place . Went in on a Thursday night and it was a little busy but we didn't have to wait to be seated . The pricing seems to be what everyone else in the area is charging but didn't have deserts or anything on the menu so that was a bummer . It was 155 dollars PLUS the insane amount they charge for soda. I felt like there could have been more on the menu as far as specialty rolls but the ones we did have were good and they were big . I'd prefer to have maybe like a 4 piece roll so I could try more items . Everyone enjoyed what they ate so that's all that matters . I probably won't return as there are many others out there . read more

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Came into Niku Sushi for the first time around a week ago and had a very pleasant experience. The price is fixed at $38 for dinner, which is standard for AYCE sushi in the area. Their offerings are also fairly standard, with premium cuts and carpaccio limited to premium, once per guest, orders. The restaurant looks small when you first walk in, but expands behind the sushi bar. While the rule system may seem limiting, there is more than enough time to order plenty of variety and volume of sushi or whatever else seems interesting. Their sushi definitely wasn't among the best I've had, but was all at least decent and fairly fresh. The cooked items were somewhat hit or miss. The pictures skewers had a seasoning that didn't taste quite like yakitori I've had before, and the salmon collar was quite dry and is not seasoned. The carpaccio was solid. Our server was very friendly and quick. read more

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First time here after hearing great things -- and it didn't disappoint! Most AYCE places are pretty similar, but their sashimi bowl is next level. Fresh, beautiful, and packed with flavor. A must-try! Came a little after 4 PM on a Saturday and had to wait quite a bit since there weren't enough servers. But after 5 PM, everything picked up. I've been to most of the popular AYCE spots in OC, and honestly, for this price, this one's worth it. I'll be back -- wallet ready! The sashimi bowl was the true star of the meal -- beautifully presented, incredibly fresh, and so thickly sliced that it honestly caught me by surprise. Easily the heart of this restaurant! read more

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We were coming just to try a roll or two but then realized the Ayce was so worth it if you end up getting some rolls & appetizers! Pretty much the whole menu is part of it except dessert and drinks. The service was great, they checked in multiple times while we were here if we needed anything and if we were satisfied with the food. The ambiance in here is really cute, nice lighting, inside/outside seating & at the bar. Everything we ordered was really good and fresh. I loved that some of the items from AYCE menu weren't the full portion so we can try multiple things without getting to full. We started off with Miso soup cucumber and seaweed salad. Then came the Banana mama roll and yum yum roll to start, favorite thing I got from the baked roll was the Kobe! But the baked scallops were also so good. The mango tango was good ( but I do think mangoes aren't in season which isn't their fault) Some appetizers we got was the baked scallop Yellowtail jalapeño ,Crispy spicy tuna rice -Tuna salmon and salmon belly sushi ( one piece) I feel like we definitely made our moneys worth but could've got more but didn't know we would be doing all you can eat before coming, so wasn't prepared. read more

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I genuinely enjoyed the sushi. The quality was excellent, the male servers were pleasant and respectful, and even the sushi chefs greeted me and said goodbye as I left. I came with just my small daughter to enjoy a peaceful Mother's Day lunch around noon, and everything was fine until it was time to pay. As I'm literally signing and tipping on the iPad, your short-haired dyke-server is hovering over me watching the screen. Then out of nowhere she says, "Are you okay? Or did you just get your lashes done?" I said yes. She goes, "Ohhh so THAT'S why, lol. It makes your eyes look droopy." Completely unnecessary, unprofessional, and disrespectful. I did not ask for her opinion on my appearance -- I came to eat, not be critiqued by a server who should be focused on doing her job. It instantly ruined what was otherwise a good experience. Management needs to tell her to mind the business that pays her and stop making unsolicited comments to customers. Especially on Mother's Day & when she got a fucked up trim. read more

Came here for my birthday and had a perfect all you can eat sushi experience! The staff were extremely attentive. They had a tablet that was easy to use and allowed you to order as many rounds as you like. The sashimi tasted very fresh and they had lots of great options. Highly recommend! read more

Who could beat a 2-minute walk to AYCE sushi?! So many choices I mean just look at their menu! It's a great array of apps, nigiri, hand rolls, specialty rolls, and honestly so many other delicious things to try. Everything came out fast! Huge thank you to Klara for being such a great waitress and making the experience even better! Okay... now I have to somehow roll my way back home from this food coma read more

The dinner AYCE is such a good deal! The items we loved: - Premium dinner: salmon belly, yellowtail belly, jumbo scallop, salmon roe (fresh wasabi was really strong) - Premium appetizers: yellowtail carpaccio - Sushi: yellowtail, escolar, eel, pepper salmon - no rice rolls: Eskimo roll, samurai roll - Rolls: lobster California roll read more

Third time here and Ratna was such a good server. 10/10 service and the food is delish . We got the Happy Hour and the rolls were excellent . We recommend this place if you are ever in the area. read more