This is the best choice for traditional style izakaya and sake in the surrounding neighborhood!…read moreCan't beat their happy hour sake deals. We usually sit at the tatami area which is more intimate for hubby and I. We order a bunch of items to share since the menus are quite large. We really like the assorted skewers on both meats and seafood. We enjoy rice soups, grilled fish collar, assorted sashimi, box sushi, blue crab hand roll, rice balls, steamed eggs, soft shell crab and so much more. The service is consistently good. A great izakaya restaurant for small plates and sake!

No wait on a Sunday evening and it wasn't too crowded. Plenty of parking too. Very nice staff and…read moreclean bathrooms. The food came out quickly and the food was very hot. I got the nabeyaki udon and it was hearty for a cold evening. The mochi pizza was fun with lots of cheddar cheese. Green tea was very weak and not hot so I can see why it's free. Overall, a very wholesome Japanese restaurant.

This might be my favorite sushi spot in Brea. The servers are attentive and friendly, and they even…read moregave us a complimentary roll, which was so nice of them. The atmosphere inside is clean, cozy, and softly lit, making it perfect for a date night or catching up with friends. We visited during happy hour, and the deal was amazing, buy 2 rolls, get 1 free. Their happy hour also runs until 8 PM, which is a huge plus since most places end theirs much earlier. The appetizers were just okay in my opinion, but the sushi rolls were absolutely delicious and definitely the highlight of the meal. I'll definitely be coming back! My favorite would be the salmon baked roll, but the mango tango and dragon roll were also really good.

The food was great, the ambiance was nice, and the prices were very reasonable. Overall, we really…read moreenjoyed our meal! The only area that could use some improvement is the service when guests first arrive. There wasn't a host at the front and no one greeted us, so our party wasn't sure if the staff even knew we had arrived. Also, when we were seated, our table didn't appear to have been properly wiped down. There were tempura crumbs and water rings from previous cups still on the table. With a little more attention to greeting guests and table cleanliness, this place could be even better. The food itself was great and definitely worth coming back for!

The staff were very friendly. I got the signature menu and I love every piece I ordered, especially…read morethe eel and sun kiss roll. I will definitely come back here next time.

Great Ambiance Great food…read moreGreat service!! Absolutely the best Izakaya/ AYCE All the hot foods were not overly seasoned Which im loved the most !

food and vibe are FANTASTIC. typical warm mom/pop Japanese atmosphere. the owner is a caucasian…read morehusband who has a very warm and vibrant attitude. the co-owner is a wife who was very friendly with our baby and loved our baby. food is excellent. they used to have restaurant.com coupons used here but they don't anymore...so we stopped coming as much. but still really good.

I've been eating sushi in California for over 20 years, and this was one of the most disappointing…read moreexperiences I've had. We waited almost 40 minutes for our food, which was frustrating enough. I ordered several pieces of salmon and yellowtail nigiri, and every single one had wasabi hidden underneath the fish. There was no indication on the menu, and our server never mentioned it. My mouth was on fire, but what upset me most was that my son also took a bite and had the same experience. Plenty of kids eat sushi, and customers should be told if wasabi is already included under the fish. When I brought it up, our server apologized and initially said it wasn't supposed to come that way. Then the owner said it was intentional. Another owner tried to tell me it was "traditional" and "common," even though it wasn't disclosed anywhere. Instead of acknowledging that customers should be informed, I felt like they were trying to convince me the problem was mine. They also brought us our roll 45 mins later that was mostly avocado with very little fish and missing cucumber which only added to the disappointment. To their credit, they did remove our bill, and I appreciate that. However, by that point the experience had already been soured by the lack of communication and the way our concerns were handled. A simple warning that the nigiri is served with wasabi under the fish would have prevented the entire situation.

it's genuinely one of the best sushi experience I've ever had. The tuna bone marrow was so fresh,…read moreit didn't smell fishy or anything. Their other sashimis tastes very clean and premium too. But the real star of the show is their 10 piece premium Chubby omakase with different cuts of fish like uni, shrimp and others. I think that's a must try. I also got Tonkatsu ramen and a few other rolls and I loved everything I tried there. I think I will visit in the future again. (What's my menu? - Yellow Tail Tuna Sashimi - Salmon w/ Blue Crab - Chubby Sushi 10 piece premium Omakase - Bluefin Tuna Bone Marrow - Tonkatsu Ramen - Assorted Tempura - Rock and Roll - Crazy Roll )

I went back to try the avocado/salmon, Pink Lady, and Brea Roll again. Since I don't like imitation…read morecrab meat, there are only a few rolls without it. The Pink Lady was something I had high expectations for, and it was good, but in a very subtle way. I think it would be complemented well with some hot sauce. It kind of reminded me of a crab cake but less salty. It was falling apart, however. The neat part is how the toppings are decided by the chef, and the presentation was there once again. I'm not sure if it's kale that they put in with the rolls, and if it's edible or not. But, I think a little salad wouldn't hurt. Or maybe some pickled radish and carrots. Anyway, I am glad I found and tried this establishment. Although the last time I picked up an order, the employee did not seem to believe my name. So, I had to show her twice that it was indeed mine. Food delivery apps need to do better with showing our name next to the order since neither UE nor DD have that, making it tedious to switch to our profile to display our name, then go back to the order page to prove the transaction.

First time here, friendly service, clean and very efficient. We sat in the patio area, wife and…read moreson bought food from next door and they were perfectly OK with it! Props to Mazera for that Do note - Parking can be a PITA, you can street park if the lot is full. I ordered the #2 - chashu mazemen--wow incredible bowl of noodles, sauce was savory with a hint of spice, chashu was tender, egg was perfection, and noodles were "al dente" just like the way I like them. Also ordered the fried oysters- I'm a little biased here because I prefer them raw so they weren't bad but I can do without fried or baked style oysters, just not how I roll! We'll definitely be back here again!

We stopped here around lunch time on a Sunday and were immediately seated. We definitely beat the…read morerush though because shortly after, all the tables filled up. The service was great and our server was incredibly friendly! My husband got the bulgogi mazemen and thought it was flavorful. They do give rice at the end to help you soak up all the leftover flavors. I got the tofu veg mazeman and was incredibly surprised with how flavorful it was. It was so delicious. I did take the kale out of it because it seemed like it wouldn't fit the flavor profile and I think it was a good call. No additional sauces or additions are needed. Highly recommend stopping by the next time you're in the area.

We went for dinner on a Saturday evening. Parking lot had a bunch of cars, but not many people in…read morethe restaurant. We were seated right away and got our food fairly quickly. The broth in the miso ramen was so good, I couldn't stop drinking it. The cheese mazemen was also really good, but I forgot to ask they 86 the fish umami (I like fish, but I don't care for the fishy taste/smell in things that don't even haf fish in them haha)

Great First Experience and Delicious Ramen!…read more This was my first time trying this ramen spot, and I was surprised to find out it was so close to my workplace. I came here with my coworkers for lunch after a training session, and I'm glad we decided to give it a try. We started with several appetizers: the Spicy Handmade Wontons, Kimchi, and Shishito Peppers. Everything was excellent. The kimchi was perfectly prepared with just the right amount of seasoning. The flavors enhanced the fermented cabbage without overpowering it. The shishito peppers were lightly flash-fried and seasoned with lemon and salt, giving them a nice balance of flavor and texture. They still retained their natural pepper taste and weren't overly greasy. The spicy handmade wontons were also packed with flavor and made a great start to the meal. For my entrée, I ordered the California Tonkotsu ramen without spice so I could fully appreciate the broth. I'm glad I did because the soup was rich, creamy, and full of depth. The pork was incredibly tender and practically melted in my mouth. The egg was cooked perfectly, with a soft yolk that complemented the richness of the broth beautifully. Overall, I had a great dining experience. The prices were reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, the service was attentive and friendly, and there was plenty of parking available. Everything from the appetizers to the ramen exceeded my expectations. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for quality ramen, and I'll absolutely be back to try more items on the menu!

I first came here back in May for my friend's birthday and loved it so much that I came back about…read morea month ago to bring another friend here! I'm honestly not even a big sushi person, but the sushi here is SO good. Everything I've tried both times has been delicious, including all of the other options that aren't sushi. The service was great both times and the food came out pretty quickly. The first time we also had drinks, which were great, and shoutout to the bartender who made my friend feel extra special for her birthday! The second time I brought a friend who is a huge sushi lover and she loved it too. Definitely a place I see myself continuing to come back to. The fact that I'm not big on sushi and still love coming here says a lot!

very good sushi and for a decent price! the vibes were amazing, felt like you were walking I…read more Japan! only downside is the wait time. I had to stand up to get the servers attention. lemon salmon roll: also my go to at every sushi spot and it didn't disappoint here. yellowtail jalapeño: good chunk of yellowtail, ponzu was refreshing. good appetizer. cute for a casual leaning date night

LOVE this place! The chirashi is such a great deal, and the fish is always perfectly cut and…read morefresh. It's honestly a really good value compared to other places. My only complaint is that I wish this place were closer to my house and stayed open later! I'd definitely be here more often if it did.

The sushi here is incredible but the service is awkward, especially when it comes to wine…read more They serve wine and have an incredible selection. But on the drink list they only show two wines. No brands were listed. White or red. Both at like $27. So I ordered a bottle of red wine and they brought out Justin Isosceles which is usually $70 retail. I ask her how much is this wine and she says $130. It's a bit overpriced but reasonable. And not $27. I then notice this wine cabinet filled with over 50 different wines. I ask for the wine list and they tell me they don't have one. I have to pick and they tell me the price. A very cumbersome and awkward process. I wish they could fix this since not everyone likes beer or sake.

Yakiya is the besttt date night spot…read more I love the moody lighting, the ambience is always so romantic, it is a little cold so make sure to bring a light jacket if you get cold easily. the food is just amazing every single time I've come. The drinks are just as good. Favorites are def the tartlet first course, the bone marrow rice, and the SMOKED OYSTERS. one of my favorite prepared oysters. Service is always great! Tiffany is so sweet, very welcoming and knowledgeable. Always gets the best cook on the meats and very attentive!

This place deserves all the praise! From the quality of the food + drinks to the beautiful…read morepresentation, ambience, and amazing service...everything was so good! TJ was our server and made our experience even more memorable. We came with our work group and Yakiya did not disappoint. Well done! We'll definitely be coming back!