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Rockaway Japanese Cuisine

4.5 (19 reviews)
Closed • 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Updated a few days ago

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Oleg H.

Pacifica needs a solid Japanese choice and RJC is a good start. On our visit yellowtail sashimi was good, as was yakitori. Beef short ribs - tasty but chewy, and mackerel nigiri was more fishy than expected

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Diane A.

After a whirlwind trip to LA where all I ate was fast and deep fried food, I got to have a fantastic Japanese dinner at Rockaway. We started with the mixed tempura plate, which was then perfect appetizer. I ordered the sashimi salad, which had the freshest mix of fish on top of dressed greens. I ordered the small hot sake, which the waitstaff upgraded to a large, so we could share it during the cold evening. The restaurant was busy but not crowded and not noisy. We enjoyed our first dinner there, and we'll be back.

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Joy G.

We were in the area and were lucky they were still open. What a great little place! The wait staff was friendly and efficient and brought the food out as Ison as it was ready. The rolls were amazingly flavorful and the meats were tender. While we were there, it was someone's birthday and we all sang Happy Birthday! It was such a cool experience. We will definitely be back. Max capacity said 49 people. They have a TV so hopefully they will play the sports games during the seasons. Such a great find! Thank you

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Brian P.

Grand opening was a blast! Food was amazing. I had the Salmon Crunchy roll and beef short ribs along with salad and miso soup. So good! Ambiance was awesome as well, had good vibes all around. Service was fantastic, I can go on and on. 10/10 and will make this place a staple when I'm in Pacifica

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Angelie T.

Good food,. Service was good as well and ambiance. Definitely will come back to try another food in the menu,.

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2 months ago

Food was great and fast turn around , very convenient right off the main road and has plenty of parking in the parking lot.

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Everything was delicious which made the excellent service that much better. Best Sushi spot in Pacifica!

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