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.

Awesome staff, extensive menu options, delicious fresh fish everyday…read more ISE doesn't miss. Highly recommend if you're in the YL area.

The best and affordable ALL YOU CAN EAT SUSHI spot in OC! Come down, invite your friends and enjoy…read morethe delicious appetizers, rolls, and miso soup!

Sushi Imari is one of my favorite sushi places! Whenever we have guests over, we always order…read moretakeout from here. As soon as people see, they're lalways impressed and ask where we ordered from. Even as takeout everything is always incredibly fresh!!! My personal favorites are the Torched Salmon, Bluefin Tuna Toro, and Salmon sushi. For rolls, I highly recommend the GENIUS, Spider, and Spicy Crunch Tuna rolls, they're all so good! And a big thank you to the staff for always being so friendly and welcoming. The service is consistently amazing. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for fresh sushi and great service!

Sushi Imari- is our favorite dining restaurant as they are simply the best…read more The inviting, modern, very clean dining room is only topped by the best friendly service and freshest fare! The owner has one goal- you will have a relaxed beautiful experience! The take-out orders are very popular too! They are praiseworthy! Enjoy!

No more ramen in Yorba Linda anymore! I'm shocked and saddened!…read moreMy family been going there since opening, today we went there for dinner and no OPEN sign was on. When I open the door, inside was dark and furniture all stacked inside. Then realized ramen picture posted was not a menu but MOVED sign. Saw other family came after us and left after reading the sign posted on the door. It was best ramen in Yorba Linda while it lasted.

We were craving some ramen on our way to a friend's ice hockey game in Yorba Linda. We had about a…read more10-15 minute wait which wasn't too bad. Inside seating was limited. Service was quick. Our server wasn't very personable but also not rude or terrible. I felt a little rushed even with a small menu. Being that I had never been there before, I wasn't sure what to get so I pretty much just blurted out whatever. What we ordered: 1) Black deluxe chicken paitan with pork - the broth was so tasty, it was absolutely delicious. The pork slices were generous, however, it was DRY. 2) Pork chashu - for my kid. They loved the broth as well and also felt that the pork slices were dry. I wanted to give 4 out of 5 stars, but I am going to hand them a 3. I loved the tasty broth, but the pork was too dry. How could you mess that up as a ramen restaurant? The portions looked a little smaller than what I am used to paying for much less money. That photo of my black deluxe chicken paitan with pork is very deceiving. It looks like a lot, but it definitely wasn't. I usually can't finish my bowl of ramen in one sitting and take the other half home. I barely had any broth in there, and being that the broth was very good, I was disappointed to run out of it before I was even done with the noodles and meat. Would I return? Sure. I liked the food. It's not a place I would go out of my way to eat at, but if I was around the neighborhood and wanted ramen, I would dine there again.

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!

HIDDEN GEM. Always impressed with the service, food and…read moreexperience. Tonight we sat at the teppanyaki grill & celebrated our anniversary. Once the whole party was seated & our order was taken, we received our delicious ginger salad and miso soup quickly. When our chef arrived he was ready to put on a show! He was so fun, engaging and very genuine. All of the food was amazing. I got the filet mignon steak w/ fried rice and my husband gets the sumo steak. The filet mignon is definitely worth it but if you prefer more meat, the sumo steak is the way to go. The drinks are affordable and compared to other teppanyaki places, the food is affordable and absolutely worth it. They also offer a happy hour in the dining room only - does not include the teppanyaki grill area. Truly one of our favorite places!!

3.5/5 Stars - Nice Experience, But Some Service and Timing Issues…read more We visited Tabi-Ji Teppanyaki for my husband's birthday and had an overall decent experience, though there were a few things that would make us think twice before returning. We chose the dining room seating rather than the teppanyaki tables. The staff did offer us the teppanyaki experience, but since we don't eat red meat or chicken from certain places and weren't sure how the food preparation process worked with mixed ingredients, we opted for a regular table instead. One downside was the seating arrangement. We were seated away from most of the other guests, and it often felt like the staff forgot we were there. Our original host/server was attentive and friendly, but once they were busy with other tasks, it became difficult to get assistance. It was also not busy for a Tuesday evening. We found ourselves waiting for long periods or having to wave someone down, which wasn't ideal, especially for a birthday dinner. As for the food: * Crunchy Spicy Tuna Roll (4/5): Fresh, good quality fish, and a generous portion. A solid sushi roll. * Garlic Edamame (4/5): Flavorful and exactly what you'd expect from a good appetizer. * Lobster Duo with Miso Soup, Salad, and Fried Rice (3/5): Unfortunately, the lobster was quite chewy and seemed overcooked. The miso soup and fried rice were both enjoyable and helped make up for it. * Unagi Donburi (4/5): My husband's meal came with white rice, miso soup, salad, and fried rice. It was his first time trying eel, and he really enjoyed the soft texture and flavor. He said he'd definitely order it again. Our biggest disappointment was the timing of the food. The Unagi Donburi arrived significantly later than everything else. By the time it came out, we had already eaten most of the appetizers and other dishes and were pretty full. It's unfortunate because it seemed like a dish that would have been much better enjoyed fresh, but we ended up taking most of it home. Overall, the food ranged from good to very good, and being able to reserve through Resy and use our Amex dining benefit definitely helped offset the cost. However, considering the price point, we expected more attentive service and better pacing of the meal.

We have been coming to this place for 8 years now! This is our gem! Local spot we love!…read more (Not sure why it took me this long to add a review!) Staff is super friendly! Tomi is the best! Super attentive and welcoming. Small cozy and clean place. You can sit at a table or sushi bar. Most of all, food is delicious & fresh. We love coming here! Recommendations: -yellowtail carpaccio -butter in your mouth with a kick from the thinly sliced jalapeño on top! -Lemon Salmon roll - Tangy and fresh.

Absolutely incredible experience--hands down the best sushi I've ever had. Every piece tasted…read moreunbelievably fresh, and you can truly tell the fish is flown in directly from Japan. The quality, presentation, and attention to detail are on another level. The flavors were clean, rich, and perfectly balanced--each bite just melted in my mouth. sake was amazing. it pairs beautifully with the meal and really elevates the whole experience. If I could give this place ten stars, I would. This is a must-try for anyone who loves sushi. I'll definitely be coming back!

Chef Hiro was the best! The staff was fun and friendly in answering questions and chatting with us…read morethrough the meal. I am not good enough to remember everything we had but I've provided the photos so you can see for yourself! The staff was great, the sake was great, and dinner was just as beautifully prepared as it was delicious!

Where should I start? I love sushi and I'd like to think I know it pretty well. I remember trying…read moreSushi Noguchi about 10 years ago. It was mediocre and overpriced for what it was, if my memory serves. Even though we live nearby, we've always had to drive out for decent sushi. But 10 years later, we decided to give it another shot. I was debating between Sushi Imari and here, and I chose here because it's owned by a Japanese owner. I ordered saba (mackerel) first, to test how they handle the basics. It was nasty. The skin didn't look appetizing at all, clearly not in good condition. Failed. Then the rice. Nigiri needs well cooked rice with perfect seasoning, but the quality here was horrible. You could tell they're using old, cheap, low quality rice. The hamachi was meh, ruined by the bad rice. The salmon was cut irregularly, the halibut was fishy and not fresh, and even the jumbo scallop lacked freshness. You can clearly get better elsewhere. Sushi Noguchi, I'd respectfully suggest you either rebrand as a low end sushi spot (or even a conveyor belt place) to match this quality of fish, or, if you don't know sushi well and don't mind overpaying, you might still enjoy it here.

My friend had been here before and convinced me to give it a try, and I'm glad I did! The food…read moredefinitely did not disappoint. For the price, the portions were generous and everything we ordered was delicious. We had the ramen, chicken katsu, and Korean chicken wings in two flavors--sweet & spicy and soy garlic. Both flavors were so good! Our server was very friendly and professional and always had a smile on their face, which made the experience even better. The place is a little small and parking can be limited, but the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. We really enjoyed our dinner and will definitely be coming back!

We got the wings in soy garlic, sweet chilli and Korean spicy and they were all really good! The…read moreKorean spicy one was spicier than I was expecting. The curry was good, I've had better, but satisfied the craving. Also took a sip of my friends ramen broth and it didn't taste super authentic but was still good. I would probably try more of the Korean dishes rather than Japanese dishes here next time. It's interesting that they serve both full menus.

I absolutely am in love with this place. My friends even know how much I go here all the time…read more I love the fact Elizabeth is always there to help me out with anything with my order. She's always so kind and caring and communicates and builds a great rapport with me as a customer. She's the best! The food here is so amazing. I especially love the Diablo sauce and I get this meal multiple times throughout the month.

I had tried Habichihana years ago at a different location, so I wanted to give this one a try. My…read morefriend and I both thought our bowls were good, but nothing really stood out, especially for the price. The carrots and broccoli were pretty bland, and the rice was just okay. The sauce was good and definitely added some flavor, but overall there wasn't as much flavor as I expected. It is a good option if you're looking for a healthier meal, but for what we paid, I expected a little more. On a positive note, the restaurant was very clean and all the employees we interacted with were nice and welcoming. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience, but I don't think I'd come back. There are other similar spots I'd choose over this one.