Food was good overall. Service is fast. The rice is small and the fish cuts are pretty big relatively.

Favorite sushi place!! I always come here for their AYCE menu. For appetizers, I get their takoyaki, seaweed salad, gyoza, udon, chicken karaage, and sausage/rice cake skewer. Their carpaccios have a rich glaze. Nigiris were fresh, rich in flavor, high quality, and great cuts. I like that they give you premium options such as hamachi belly, toro, sake belly, etc... for 1 limit per person. Fish to rice ratio was perfect. Had lots of options for other appetizers, rolls, fried items, noodles, skewers, etc... You order from a paper menu. You have 3 rounds for both the appetizers and for the fish. Love the setting of the restaurant. It's super cozy and dim lit. Ambience seems to always be busy but not super packed. I rarely have to wait to be seated, if so normally 5-10 minutes. Food always comes out fast too. This location has a better ambience and wait time since the other locations always seem to have longer lines. Service is always great. Servers always pick up plates, constantly check on tables, and refill drinks and ginger/wasabi. Always friendly and welcoming. Overall I highly recommend this place if you love AYCE sushi. I always leave happy, satisfied, and full. read more

very solid AYCE spot for sushi!! will definitely be making this my go-to spot for when i'm craving. there's a huge variety in their menu; particularly love their cajun seasoned fish service was great, staff were friendly and quick. the space isn't huge but it's very cozy! read more

Sake2Me AYCE Sushi - Newport - Japanese Near Me - Tustin, California

The sushi itself was decent, especially for an all-you-can-eat restaurant, but it wasn't anything particularly memorable. Unfortunately, the service really overshadowed the entire experience. I was seated before the couple next to me, yet they had already received their drinks, soup, and even some of their sushi before anyone came to my table. It made for a very rough start and honestly took away the excitement of trying a new place. I always enjoy supporting local restaurants and I'm happy to tip well when the service is great, so it was disappointing that this experience didn't live up to that. I will say one of the servers was very kind--it just seemed like she was overwhelmed and handling a lot at once. Also, the gentleman walking around the dining room came across as very unhappy and unapproachable. I don't know what he may have had going on that day, but in the hospitality industry, your attitude plays a big role in the customer's experience. A smile or friendly interaction can make a huge difference. Overall, I probably wouldn't return. Orange County has so many great sushi spots to choose from, and based on this experience, I'd rather explore somewhere else next time. read more

We have been coming here for a long time and literally almost every week . The last two weeks we came a portion on the sashimi lunch special was very thinly sliced. The first time that happened, I asked the waitress whether they had a new sushi chef she didn't really say, but later on bought us extra sashimi to make up for my comment I made.. so I thought that was nice. Then I went back again this week and again the sashimi was very thin again, this time I decided not to say anything because I think this is probably their new portion which kind of sucks because I probably won't go back now. read more

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I accidentally put in my online order for this Newport location instead of the 17th street location. I am very disappointed in the quality and will not go to this one again. Crispy tuna was really overcooked and the tuna sushi looks suspect with brown spots all over it... I thought it might be soy sauce but there is no soy on the rice pieces underneath nor in the container/on the other sushi pieces. read more

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Food， sushi is the best！No rice sushi and cream cheese sushi are my favoriate！ Long waiting lisy sometimes happen. read more

Sake2Me AYCE Sushi - Newport - Best sushi in OC ever tried. No rice sushi is a special！Love it！ - Japanese Near Me - Tustin, California

Let me start by saying, this was my first time eating sushi at a sit-down restaurant, and I was amazed at my experience. I am unsure if I will find another restaurant with the same service anytime soon. I went on a weekend evening, where it was pretty busy, but calm. The bar was set high immediately upon walking in, with a warm greeting. Every employee we encountered was extremely attentive and delightful. As for the food? Oh my gosh it was so delicous! I was usually someone who steered clear of sushi, but that changed when I was pressured by my friends to tag along, which I am so glad I did. I will 100% be back. High quality food for a low price! read more

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I've already reviewed this spot, but Sake2Me deserves another round of praise after my recent visit! My mom's birthday celebration was a few days ago, and her only request was that our family eat as much all you can eat sushi as possible. Knew we had to revisit our favorite OC spot for AYCE sushi! I want to specially thank our server Kim who made the whole experience amazing! She made sure everything was brought out super quickly, cleaned up/organized all the dishes efficiently (because we ordered so much), gave us recommendations and tips on ordering in Korean, and was so friendly and attentive! We mentioned that it was my mom's birthday, and they put on a whole light show and blasted birthday music, as well as a candlelit matcha Samanco ice cream, my mom's favorite! Thank you Kim!!! As always, the food was exceptional. I've never been here for dinner, and there are a few premium options included only for the dinner price which were delicious. We went in a large party, so we were able to try almost all of the appetizers this time, all of which were super fresh and came out quickly. The cuts on the nigiri were so big and fresh, and my favorite thing to get here- the spicy tuna crispy rice- was as amazing as I remembered. My mom's favorite here are the shishamo skewers- would highly recommend trying those when you visit. read more

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My family and I were looking for a new AYCE sushi spot to try in OC and found our way to Sake2Me on Newport Ave. We came in on a Thursday night for dinner and they were busy. There was a small wait, but we were promptly seated once a table opened up. We brought our baby with us and the staff were so accommodating and kind to her even though she's not eating sushi yet. It was already a memorable experience for us just based off of that alone. Sake2Me is located in a corner spot of a shopping center. There is free parking shared among the businesses. The inside of the establishment is cozy, but makes excellent use of space to fit several diners in at a time. Their menu offers a variety of choices to please many palettes and was reasonably priced for the quality. Some of our favorite items off of the menu included the Mango Tango roll and Cajun Salmon sushi. The Carpaccio was also solid. I appreciate how most of the rolls on the AYCE menu aren't full size; thus, allowing diners to try more options. Sake2Me left a strong first impression on my family and may be our new AYCE sushi spot in OC. Looking forward to returning again in the future to try more tasty sushi off of their menu! read more

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I love this place! We got great service, it's small enough to get the attention of your server when needed. The fish was fresh and good portions. I had the best time and I believe it was the manager or owner but she was incredibly nice. I recommend it and can't wait to come back. read more

This was my first time in a long while at Sake2Me Sushi. And my first time at this location. I was invited by a friend for lunch. This sushi restaurant is located in a small strip mall off of Newport Ave in the City of Tustin, a high traffic area. There is parking out front. As we walked in, we were immediately greeted and seated. The inside is small and modern. The wicker basket shaped light pendants, the low light intensity, the earth tone colors and the Japanese decor on the wall as well as somewhat private booths make the space feel warm, cozy and inviting. They also had a muted television with classic world cup soccer matches on. You have the option to order "à la carte" or "all you can eat" we opted for the AYCE option for $39.99 per person which applies from Fridays to Sundays and Holidays. The rest of the week, lunch is $32.99/person and dinner $37.99/person. Kids 3-10 are $32.99 always. You get 3 rounds of orders. The first round is limited to 10 orders of sushi and 2 orders of rolls per person. They offer a good variety of items. From Shareable appetizers, to single piece sushi, to rolls and much more. Everything arrived quickly and everything tasted fresh. We ordered quite a bit of food. Mostly everything was really good. My favorite items were the mushroom tempura, Chicken Gyoza, the crunch Roll and the BBQ Albacore Roll. Everyone was friendly and the overall experience was pleasant. read more

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Came to Sake2Me in Tustin and had such a solid experience. The space has a modern, relaxed vibe that makes it easy to settle in and enjoy your meal, whether you're here for a casual lunch or a longer dinner. One thing I really liked is that you have the option to order and pay per roll or go all you can eat, which is great depending on how hungry you are. We went the all you can eat route and felt like it was absolutely worth it. The nigiri was a standout right away. The tuna and salmon were fresh, clean, and buttery, and you could really taste the quality of the fish. For rolls, the Aloha Roll and Samurai Roll were both flavorful and well balanced, but my favorite was the I Love Salmon roll. The salmon to rice ratio was perfect and every bite hit. We also tried the carpaccio, which was light, refreshing, and a nice contrast to the richer rolls. Service was friendly and attentive, and the food came out at a good pace without feeling rushed. Overall, Sake2Me is a great spot for sushi lovers in the Tustin area, whether you are going with friends or just really craving good sushi. Definitely a place I would come back to read more

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The sushi here isn't bad, but it all felt one note. I feel like they use lower quality fish than their non AYCE location. While this is understandable, it's still disappointing as I have had much better AYCE sushi at other restaurants for around the same price point. With that said, the customer service here is great and they definitely don't do what a lot of other AYCE places do where they drag their feet in getting other rounds in and out to you. This meal, even with 9 of us ordering constantly, they did an amazing job of keeping our table full of food. I commend them for that. So, in all, did Sake2Me scratch the AYCE sushi itch we had? Yes. Was it the best AYCE sushi we've had? No. read more

Sake2Me AYCE Sushi - Newport - Japanese Near Me - Tustin, California

Sake2Me Sushi AYCE in Newport Beach is a great spot if you're craving quality all you can eat sushi. There's a wide variety of options to choose from, and the skewers are a standout bonus you don't usually see at AYCE spots. The fish is fresh, rolls come out quickly, and the menu has something for everyone. Pricing is very reasonable which is about $33 per person for lunch and $38 for dinner (before tax and gratuity), which is solid considering the quality and selection. The staff is friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is lively yet comfortable, making it perfect for a casual night out. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area and looking for great value sushi. Highly recommend! read more

Sake2Me AYCE Sushi - Newport - AYCE Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Tustin, California

Food was delicious, prices are great. I ordered take out so not sure about the service but I'm sure it's great. Staff was friendly when paying for my phone order. Definitely coming back here!! read more

Very good service and food! There are a lot of options for rolls and raw fish. They also had gluten free soy sauce!

Such an amazing experience at Sake2Me! We did the all-you-can-eat menu, and it was 100% worth it. There were so many options, and we got to try a little bit of everything! We ordered the gyoza, beef teriyaki, takoyaki, vegetable tempura, shrimp tempura, crispy rice, the Heart Attack, Crunch Roll, Double Salmon Roll, Sake2Me Roll, spicy tuna, and an assortment of fresh sashimi. Every single dish was delicious. The salmon was by far my favorite. It was incredibly fresh, and the salmon-to-rice ratio is insane. The salmon pieces are huge, making every bite so satisfying. On top of the amazing food, the staff was so kind, attentive, and welcoming throughout our meal, and the atmosphere was fun and lively. If you're looking for delicious, fresh sushi with generous portions and endless options, I highly recommend Sake2Me. We'll definitely be back! read more

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Visited with my husband plus some friends for a weekend lunch. We had the option of ordering a la carte or all-you-can-eat (AYCE). We decided to do the AYCE menu, as it appeared to be a pretty good value. We ordered a bunch of different items ranging from appetizers, sushi, sashimi, and rolls. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. I really enjoyed the salmon and tuna carpaccio. There are a ton of diverse roll selections. One of my favorite rolls that I tried is the "I Love Salmon" roll. As a salmon lover, I thought this roll was perfect. The presentation of all the sushi was stellar. Additionally, the service here was attentive and excellent. Each round of food was served in a timely manner. This casual restaurant is great for big groups as well as small groups. Parking is plentiful in the shared lot. If you are in search of some good and affordable AYCE sushi, then Sake2Me is what you are looking for. read more

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They offer an All You Can Eat option at this location. The AYCE menu includes a large selection of rolls to choose from in additon to appetizers, salads, nigiri and sashimi options. Loved the no rice rolls as we were able to try many of their menu items without being too full. read more

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Was craving sushi so my boyfriend and I decided to go to our go-to AYCE spot, Sake2Me. We came at around 6pm so there was no wait and we were seated right away. There's plenty of seating inside and more tables filled up while we were eating. We love getting the shrimp tempura, spicy tuna crispy rice, and takoyaki for appetizers. The fish is really good and we especially like the cajun salmon nigiri and the jumbo scallop nigiri (from the premium sushi menu). Can't wait to come back again the next time we crave sushi! read more

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My son and I were in OC dropping his gf in Santa Ana, we had to stop since OC has great sushi places. This place was a great choice, fresh sushi, tasty rolls, and price is great! Service was awesome, we were seated and asked what drinks , another sever came by not even 5 minutes asking if we like drinks, super! They have roll specials and all you eat. I ordered yellowtail carpaccio do good! My son got eel sushi, cajun salmon, cajun albacore, saucy handroll, vegas roll and crazy salmon which had cilantro and jalapeño omg delicious! Ambiance is sushi Ambiance i would like music. I would recommend and I will definitely consider when in the area. read more

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Very nice little sushi spot in Tustin. They offer an All-You-Can-Eat lunch and dinner price, and currently have a half off deal for their rolls. Everything was delicious with great service. read more

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This is still my go to sushi spot Kim is friendly & brings great energy every time we come in. solid little spot, the prices are hard to beat for the quality you get & the fish has always tasted fresh. Only annoying part is they lost more than half their parking to the dentist office read more

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I think the Sake 2 Me in Cerritos is better. The fish here is a little dry, and I even left the restaurant smelling like fish. Was getting a bit nauseous in the car drive home before we realized there was a lingering "fish market" type of smell on our clothes that was the root cause. BUT - There's definitely a lot of fish, baked rolls, and side dish selections to choose from though. The yellowtail collar was delicious. The salmon skin hand roll was a bit dry and over fried. They missed our miso soup order the first time around (seems like a very common mistake at AYCE sushi restaurants), so we had to order it again in the second round. You can only order 40 pieces the first round (no limit in rounds two or three), but that does not include any of the premium 1 order per person dishes. You can order those in the first round as well even if you maxed out the 40 pc limit. The tempura vegetable and shrimp were freshly fried and super hot and crisp - these were perfect. We ordered a few other side dishes; they were okay. The chefs do put some thought into the presentation of the food and plating though. The fish to rice ratio is good here, they don't bombard you with too much rice. We did not order any baked or cooked rolls. I normally go to AYCE for the raw fish, so this is what I'm rating on. unfortunately it wasn't that impressive here. read more

Sake2Me AYCE Sushi - Newport - Japanese Near Me - Tustin, California

Located in Tustin, this sushi restaurant is what authentic food is made of. My wife and I were in the mood for some sushi and this was the perfect spot. Servers were really professional, informative, friendly, and welcoming. The interior is underrated, a darker ambience than most restaurants, moderate amount of seating, not tight nor too spacious, perfect for a sushi restaurant, very clean as well. Parking is free and plentiful around a popular plaza. We came here for AYCE on the weekends and it's at a affordable price ($39.99). Our orders were taken really fast and the food came out moderately quick as well. Presentation is amazing, especially the sushi fish board. All the fishes were really delicious & well made, not too much rice to overpower the taste of the fish, perfect balance. The Sake2Me Special Roll (8pc) is my standout dish, highly recommend even for non rice roll enjoyers, it's super savory and has great balance of flavors between the ingredients and the extra ingredients on top + sauce. There's also premium items as well that can only be offered once, delicious and well presented. Sake2Me is a great spot for any sushi enthusiast, one of the best sushi restaurants in town and very good service with quality food. read more

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Everything was very good and fresh, and service was great! We Will definitely come back again when we are in the area. read more

Sake2Me AYCE Sushi - Newport - Japanese Near Me - Tustin, California

Wow. I was pleasantly surprised by this little gem. I've seen it for years but haven't stopped in. I'm so glad I did. We didn't do the all you can eat this time but my friend has and she really enjoyed it. We did the a la carte sushi rolls which were 50%off. What a deal. I also like that they have no rice rolls! Totally my jam! I tried the Romeo which was great and they did not skimp on the serving size! The rolly polly took a little longer to make but was fresh and smooth. Nothing had a fishy smell or taste. My friend also got a side salad for $4.95, that was a great value for her delicious looking salad too. Impressive. Would totally come back for the AYCE. I would come Mon-Thurs at lunch since it's $7 cheaper then Friday-Sunday. Very friendly staff as well. SYOY! read more

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really great sushi for a super good price. plus the birthday surprise is super fun! 10/10 would recommend. our server was peter :) read more

Sake2Me AYCE Sushi - Newport - Japanese Near Me - Tustin, California

Ah, the Yuzu Yellowtail roll was probably the best roll I've had this year. It was perfectly yuzu-ey and the yellowtail was FRESH! I'm not so much a roll person and would prefer all nigiri but I'd totally recommend this if you're looking for something refreshing. I did not get AYCE and ordered from the menu as I wanted a quick light meal. The nigiri I ordered were okay, they were fresh and the rice was seasoned. A bit on the smaller side than I'd like (sliced fish, rice portion) If I were to come again I'd prob do AYCE instead. The employees were super nice and friendly and our orders were taken swiftly. Food took a while though, around 30 minute wait and it wasn't really busy at the time. read more

Sake2Me AYCE Sushi - Newport - Yuzu Yellowtail Roll - Japanese Near Me - Tustin, California

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Another great visit to this place. This time it was a little busy but we got sat right away. The service here is super attentive and quick. Food was amazing once again. I recommend the SNS roll and the heart attack appetizer! read more

Sake2Me AYCE Sushi - Newport - Ayce sushi options - Japanese Near Me - Tustin, California

Update (3rd Visit): Brought my kids back again and everything was still excellent! We loved the Sashimi Salad (fresh, thick cuts), Tempura Udon (rich broth, crispy shrimp), and the fun Ex Boyfriend Roll. I also tried the No Rice Rolls (Juliet & Chuck Norice)--perfect for keto/low-carb eaters like me. The plating is beautiful with flower garnishes, making every dish photo-worthy . Service was friendly, and the atmosphere works well for both families and friends. Small tip: weekends get packed fast--arrive right at 11:30am to avoid waiting. Still one of our favorite sushi spots--great value, fresh food, and family-friendly! Highly recommend. read more

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Excellent selection of rolls on the all you can eat menu. Favorites include the Chuck Norice, Samurai, Sake2me Special, and the OMG. Atmosphere: dimly lit with what sounds like jazz style rap (not crazy about the music selection for a sushi place) Overall, a great bargain for delicious sushi. read more

Ive been here a couple of times for lunch with coworkers and stopped by for a quick lunch on my own. If you are really hungry, I would go with the all you can eat. Its totally worth it and you get everything on the menu. My favorites are the chuck norice and anything from the baked section. For a simple lunch I have had the box lunch that comes with a good amount of food that will also satisfy your hunger. The service is quick and the food comes out at a good time even when it's busy. Good for groups and good to stop in on your own. You can beat the deals they have for sushi here. A good spot for food. I also have gone to their other location and it's also good. read more

We came on a Tuesday around 6pm and there was no wait. The wave of guests came around 6:45pm and they started getting busy but we still had excellent service. The music was a little loud this time but not too distracting. read more

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I am a HUGE fan of the Sake 2 Me in Cerritos so I wanted to try this location while I was out running errands. I feel like I got scammed. AYCE is $40/per person and the cost of rolls are really inexpensive ($2.00 for sushi, $10.00 for specialty, $5.00 for maki) and, from my math, my fiance and I would have needed to completely skip breakfast and be dying of starvation to have even broke even. The rolls themselves are okay. Not as fresh as I've had and the cuts of fish seem pretty thin compared to the Cereitos location. Ontop of everything, the service is extremely slow. I sat for about 15 minutes without being checked in on so we could start our second round. IF I were to recommend this restaurant, I would highly advise against getting AYCE because the math doesn't math. read more

AYCE Sushi that's actually fresh and delicious. AYCE items include limited rounds of carpaccio and premium sushi like toro. I like rice less rolls which are also on the menu as well as many hot dishes like garlic edamame and beef and chicken teriyaki. Great little spot when you want to really get your fill of some good sushi. Friendly staff very clean and nice little place. Come for a good time and good sushi read more

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Food yum! I really liked this buffet. Servers are down to earth. Ambiance was ok. Definitely wanna come back here if I live in Orange County. read more

This is Five Star AYCE sushi. The sushi tasted fresh, the rice to fish ratio was good, it all came out quick, there is a great variety (including many no rice options), and there were plenty of fun creative rolls. Stand outs were: Rolly Polly, Jessica Alba, Chuck Norice, Crispy Rice, and the Carpaccio. Great experience. Pro Tip: the place is not huge so put yourself on the waiting list as soon as you get close. There will be a wait, but it's worth it. read more

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This was the best AYCE sushi experience I've had. Their portions were perfect so my brother and I could pace ourselves and still feel content and full. The fish was fresh so we had a good time sampling our favorites (tuna, salmon, yellowtail, scallop) and indulge on the best. Our waiter was very sweet and accommodating and recommended some yummy dishes we've never tried before. I've never seen a sashimi type roll (roll wit no rice) but I liked the concept and thought it was generous. read more

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