Went here for Valentine's Day with my gorgeous girl, the view from the restaurant of the ocean is so gorgeous. The service was amazing and the food came out very fast, giving us our rolls and appetizers one by one instead of just bombarding us with all our selections. The workers were very attentive to our needs while eating and were so nice and informative when it came to the menu. All the food was reasonably priced for the quality of what you get. It is a nice and quality spot though so it's recommended to get a reservation (saying from personal experience). read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - Salmon Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Very cute spot that looks like a traditional sushi restaurant with modern touches, right off of PCH. The service was great, everyone was extremely quick and kind. The food was solid as well, but nothing extraordinary. I think it's a bit overpriced for what it is, but I'd come back again read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Do not recommend, save your dollars & taste buds!! We had salmon, yellowtail, & albacore. All of our rolls were fishy. The rice was not seasoned. For the price I expected much higher quality. The pieces you get are soo small like AYCE portions. read more

Seabutter is a hidden Japanese sushi/sashimi type food place. It is a hidden gem but is definitely a must visit! They have inside, bar seating, and outside seating if weather is well. The place is small and quaint on the second floor of the plaza. Parking is validated in a garage below it or on the metered street parking. The service was good but the food was better. Verdict - certainly try it and come back. read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - Outside Seabutter view - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Good food and good service. I've been here a few times in the last couple years, and food is consistently great. The only thing that has changed is the size of the food. I mean shrinkflation, right?! (See photo for comparison) Overall, we liked all the nigiri and rolls we've ordered. I was not a fan of the pressed sushi- the fish and rice ratio is off for my taste. Service has always been good and attentive. Patio seating was not large but cozy. read more

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Heard this place few years ago and finally tried this place last weekend. We went on a Saturday at 6:30 PM, and the place was almost full, so having a reservation is advisable to avoid waiting. The atmosphere is quite traditional, with typical sushi bar decor and a cozy, authentic vibe. The service was decent, with friendly staff, but perhaps due to the busyness, they almost forgot one of our hand rolls. The wait time between each course was a bit long, which was slightly frustrating. However, the servers were attentive and apologized for the delays. The menu had a good variety of options, from classic nigiri and sashimi to creative specialty rolls. The ingredients were fairly fresh, but the presentation of the dishes was mediocre. You can also ask them for fresh wasabi, which adds a nice touch to the food. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience with room for improvement in service efficiency. Parking is very convenient as you can park directly in downstairs structure, and the restaurant will valid it. read more

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I just ordered Seabutter from DoorDash. Not only was the sushi delicious, everything packaged very well and they even put a little note (pictured). Seems like they have great customer service and great food! read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Have been meaning to try this place. We came on a saturday night and all the staff was so friendly as soon as we got there. We requested an outdoor table so we could watch the sun go down. We were honestly so indecisive so we ended both ordering the taste of seabutter for 99/pp I'd say that's honestly a LIttle steep BUT we enjoyed everything and we did not leave there hungry. i'm so sorry aside from the tuna and salmon and yellow tail i forgot what everything else was. 11/10 GO HERE ASAP read more

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Wish Seabutter was in Scottsdale. I was introduced to it at their Westlake location but I'm in Laguna more often... and it's the best sushi I've ever had. The sunset roll is something I crave every week but I'm only able to get it when I'm in CA. If you guys ever want to be in Scottsdale... send me a message as we handle commercial real estate development. read more

Seabutter never disappoints. Whether I'm at their Beverly Hills spot or the new Laguna Beach location, the experience is next-level from start to finish. The fish quality is exceptional fresh, clean, and perfectly cut. You can taste the difference in every bite. The nigiri practically melts, and their creative rolls hit the balance of flavor and presentation. The staff clearly takes pride in what they do; service is attentive without being overbearing. The Laguna Beach spot brings that same excellence but with a coastal, relaxed energy ocean breeze, great design, and the same quality sushi you'd expect from BH. read more

Honestly this review is long overdue. This place is extremely underrated (which I'm not mad about). It's easy to make a reservation at anytime and always has such a cozy/homey feel to it. The sushi is SOSOSO good. My favorite thing on the menu is the toro uni, it literally melts like butter in your mouth. Everything is so good; the toro belly, king salmon, the list goes on. The rolls are amazing, there are some classics and unique ones as well. The fish is always fresh tasting and it always hits the spot. I have recommended this place to so many people and have gotten many of my friends and family hooked on it as well. Best hidden little treasure in Laguna! read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

I loved this place! It's tucked away in a small complex with other businesses and restaurants. The ambiance is so cute and allows for a close knit vibe. Dishes were well made, beautifully plated, and delicious! Our favorite was the salmon medley, specifically the seared salmon and crispy rice :). I wouldn't recommend the yellowtail carpaccio as that one has a very very strong truffle flavor. Their rolls were amazing and really worth the price point. Service was kind and so helpful, we initially had a reservation at 8pm and they managed to seat us an hour early! read more

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AMAZING SUSHI! definitely super fresh and lives up to its name as said in the other reviews, my group and I love to find new sushi spots and we were pleasantly surprised at how yummy everything was. the crowd favorite was the sunset roll! we would've ordered a second round of it if we didnt want to try a variety of rolls their carb friendly rolls are also really good too! honestly i recommend if you're in the area. our group isnt local, but we had a fun staycation in laguna beach and we were trying to figure our a good sushi spot. look no further because seabutter trumps every other spot with their taste, portion sizes, and fair pricing read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

First time visiting and decided to try this place out. We ordered the dragon, YTJ, and the naked salmon roll. Everything was absolutely delicious! Service was amazing, the hostess was very sweet and attentive. We got our drinks refilled without asking. Overall everything was really great. :) read more

I've only ever ordered Seabutter from doordash but let me tell you, this is the BEST sushi resturant I've tried in California. They have great prices for the quality sushi and rolls given. Often I find sushi restaurants overprice their rolls and it makes me shy away from being a repeat customer. However, this place has seemingly maintained fair prices for great food. Every roll I've tried is fantastic and tastes great even after being doordashed! read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - 911 Beef Gyoza Edamame Hot Night - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Update: Still totally epic. Nailed down a reservation about 4 hours before arriving. Locked in on many great dishes, all distinct and full of flavor. House music and semi dressy fellow customers...classy, yummy and sincere. Yep, still popping! read more

The food lives up to the restaurants name: the fish and all the sushi tasted like butter, especially the salmon in the pressed salmon avo. The sushi rolls were surprisingly big compared to the sushi rolls at other sushi restaurants, which explains why the rolls were around $20. Food is very high-quality and I would recommend this place for a nice meal. Service was friendly and helpful. There is seating both inside and outside, and both give a view to the ocean. You can also sit by the sushi bar. read more

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If you happen to be in the area, Seabutter is a decent sushi option. I wouldn't come out of your way to drive here if you are looking for the best sushi in OC. Located on the third floor, the restaurant has a pretty spacious seating layout. Make sure to have reservations beforehand, as the restaurant became very crowded around 6pm. My table ordered the edamame and hamachi jalapeno for starters which were good. Sister who doesn't eat sushi ordered the avocado crispy rice and chicken kushiyaki (grilled skewers) which she thoroughly enjoyed. I got the spicy yellowtail crispy rice, spicy tuna cut roll, and 911 roll. Out of the three, the crispy rice was definitely something I'd order again and recommend. The spicy tuna cut roll was small but the roll was 90% fish and 10% rice which was great. The 911 roll is spicy tuna with avocado, yuzu, and jalapeno. It had a bright citrus flavor from the yuzu and wasn't that good imo. My brother got the albacore belly which he said melted in his mouth like butttahhh and was the best fish he ordered. Downside is the service is a bit slow (the food took like 30 minutes to come out). It seemed like the doordash and online pickup orders were taking precedent over dine-in. The actual floor service was great. Servers and bussers were checking in, filling water glasses, and clearing plates. Overall, Seabutter is just alright, I've had better. read more

We ordered take out - it took a little longer to come than estimated but everything was tasty and fresh. We did the tempura veggies, tuna crispy rice (good portion size), and daddy long legs. That was a good roll- I liked that it was wrapped in daikon radish. Would return. read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Sooo good! It is so popular on the weekends so heads up, but it's popular for a reason. We had the 911, Mr Crab and pressed toro rolls. All were so fresh. Hostesses were friendly and our server was really good. He recommended our selections and they were just what we were looking for. I recommended calling for a reservation, which we did. It's on the 3rd floor. read more

My all time favorite go to Sushi place when I'm in OC! Love love everything about Seabutter from delicious food to ocean view patio seating and super friendly accommodating staff. Emma, Marilyn Mon Roll, hottie and miss salmon are my all time favorites. They have the best yellowtail out of all the places I've tried, super fresh! read more

Been ordering from here for about a year and genuinely loved it, the food was fresh, there were always little notes in the bag, and you could tell someone cared. Lately that's completely changed. Orders are arriving cold and significantly late, the attention to detail is gone, and my last delivery had soy sauce packets thrown on top of my order, crushed and leaking. Hope they find their way back to what made them good read more

Checked out this place for Monday dinner. Made reservations just to make sure we got a seat. This place has been nicely redone from what it was before as it was a lot brighter inside. Not all food pictured but enjoyed their sashimi dishes. Was so hungry I didn't take pics of everything I ate. The oysters were large even at 3 pieces. Will be coming back to try other items read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - Car - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Absolutely amazing sushi here. It's a must try if you're in Laguna. Located on the second floor of a medium sized suite of businesses, it could be easily missed if you're just walking down the street. Sea butter has an extensive amount of options from sashimi, sushi and handrolls. The waiters help you by giving plenty of options to choose from. Between two peopoe we split two sushi plates and were plenty full. You can't go wrong no matter what you try. Don't miss out! read more

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Seabutter is a hidden gem. I am so glad I found this place! The restaurant itself is cute and some of the tables have a view of the ocean. The service was great - our server gave wonderful recommendations and was very thorough in describing everything. Every single thing I order here was delicious and 10/10! I would recommend all the items that I ordered but my personal favorite was the Mr Crab roll. My order: Salmon Truffle Mr Crab Salmon Avo Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice Garlic Edamame Spicy Salmon Hand Roll Salmon Medley Side of yuzu sauce read more

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I tried seabutter for the first time and it will definitely not be my last! I got take out (vegan medley, miso soup, and agedashi tofu) - everything was delicious. I especially appreciated the excellent customer service and the handwritten thank you note attacked inside my bag. I can't wait to check out their dine in service next time! read more

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It was alright but nothing to phone home about. Sexy garlic albacore - avocado was browning, insane amount of onions, sushi itself was good but heavy on the sauce Baked lobster crispy rice - very good Edamame - pretty standard Mr. Crab - needed a vegetable for some texture. Very soft, lacked a bite to it. Very creamy as well, just needed something to cut the richness. Overall was pretty good but would likely skip if visiting the area. read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - Garlic albacore - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Took the family here for a treat and everyone loved the sushi! High quality sushi and delicious flavors. We got a table but the sushi bar looked like a great option. My daughter has asked to go back multiple times :) read more

Seabutter is without question our favorite sushi spot. We happily drive over from San Juan Capistrano just to eat here. The ambiance is beautiful and relaxed, making it the perfect setting for our favorite date night. The quality of the sushi is always outstanding. Every dish is fresh, thoughtfully prepared, and full of flavor. We cannot stop thinking about the Kanpachi Yuzu. It is absolutely unforgettable and one of the best bites of sushi we have ever had. Jacob and Erick always go out of their way to make the evening special, and the entire team is warm and welcoming. Special shout out to Sebastian, who brings great energy and attention to detail every time we visit. If you are looking for top-tier sushi in a laid-back and elegant setting with a staff that genuinely makes you feel at home, Seabutter is the place. read more

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Everything we got was sooo delicious. But my two top faves were the Seabutter spoonful, and the Wagyu with uni. The restaurant is pretty small and service was sooo whatever. Not great or too awful. Only reason I'd come back is definitely their sweet uni read more

This has been a go to for me and my family for years the fish Is always fresh and always great. the nigiri and sushi is amazing. the crispy rice there is elite. the view and ambiance is very good seeing the ocean while eating fish. the service is always good and the staff cares a lot. read more

Wow!! Fresh fish!! Sunset our fav. Erick best sushi chef Polar bear to die for What a find!! We will definitely be back!! Until next time I will be thinking about Seabutter!!! read more

This is the absolutely the best sushi I have had in years. The fish is very fresh - I judge all sushi bars on their uni, and Seabutter's uni was fantastic. Their sushi is very creative and gorgeously plated. Service is top notch. I will definitely be back- in fact we will probably make the drive from north county when we want sushi from now on. It's well worth it. read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - We had the omacase (chefs choice). Wonderful! - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

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Last night we celebrated my sister's birthday and her restaurant of choice was Seabutter in Laguna Beach. The restaurant is clean with b/w color palette, basically modern. Nothing fancy, it probably could have had more of an ambience. But hey, to me restaurants should be about the food...so clean is good! There's a sushi bar and about 12 tables. We chose to sit at a table. The service was attentive and very respectful and informative. Summer (that's her name!) was particularly helpful. Now for the food: generally, very good. First the standouts: the shiso roll was probably my favorite (even though I didn't order it), the truffle salmon was delectable but maybe it's because I love truffle seasoning. They had a different take on the salmon skin hand roll...the way the salmon skin was prepared seemed like it had a batter (?) and very delectable. The crispy rice spicy salmon was yummy but a touch too spicy for me. I know, I know, don't order spicy. Well, I'm not a complete sissy! So here's what fell short: the agedashi tofu. I prefer agedashi tofu prepared with panko, this had a thin shell of crustiness. I'm looking for that crunch. That however, wasn't the thing that I felt objectionable but I'll get to that...Also, I think that this dish should be served with daikon oroshi/grated ginger, the bare minimum would be the grated daikon. So here's the part I was incredibly disappointed: the sauce. I hate to be a snob but that sauce was too sweet...almost cloyingly sweet and too thick. The sauce should be more like tentsuyu for tempura: a light sweetness but enough savoriness to balance it out. The sweetness and the thickness overshadowed the dish. I wondered if the chef was appealing to a palate that likes sweet teriyaki sauce or it was just a different riff on this sauce. I ended up making my own sauce with shoyu and taking part of the daikon garnish to make it complete. Last but not least, crab is my absolute favorite seafood. I got a bite of the blue crab roll that was part of the omakase dinner and I felt that there was too much mayo. I LOVE Kewpie mayo but this was more about a little of it goes a long way...it made the mixture too wet. In summary, a good eating experience but for me, a couple of misses that made me sad and if you're looking for more a traditional take, don't order those. read more

We got here at 6 pm on Sat night (we made the reservation). Not busy as yet. Seated right away. The food was decent . The quality of the sashimi was good. Above average. One of us got a course (picture 1- ) and we ordered several more and a bottle of sake. Everything came out within 30 mins. Real (too) fast. The table was not enough to put all the food so they had to put on another table for the time being. We had to hurry up and eat what in front of us so that we could place the rest of the plates on our table. We were thinking if they offer the course menu, they should have paced out. Once we were able to put all of our plates on our table, then we slowed down our pace eating. By that time, my friend who is Japanese disliked it. It was just too rush first 45 mins to eat. The service was alright. Attentive enough. read more

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Outstanding quality, very fresh fish. There is several locations in the Los Angeles country as well as a new experience. The Bar by Seabutter it's a must to try this sushi concept. This is a must to experience read more

Yeah really great spot in Laguna. We were at the rooftop across the street and thought we'd give it a try. Loved their no rice rolls. Very flavorful. Also had some sake and Sapporo of course. Overall I'd come back again when I'm south laguna! read more

This was the best sushi I've had in a long time. We ordered the $99 (per person) set omakase called Taste of Seabutter, and every piece was fantastic! SERVICE: Staff was friendly and accommodating. We sat at the bar and Chef Peter walked us through the entire course. The place was almost packed for a Sunday night, but not too loud in ambiance. FOOD: I couldn't even tell which was my favorite! I had upgraded my hand-roll to the blue crab +$5, which I didn't regret. We were served various nigiri and speciality nigiri along with sashimi and edamame as a starter. OVERALL: 10/10 would recommend if you want to try omakase. It's on the pricier side but I personally thought it was well worth the price. Their entrees a la carte looked amazing as well. read more

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Tucked upstairs in mid-Laguna Beach, this place delivers solid and consistently quality sushi. And the service matches that as well. Who leaves little hand written notes even on some orders of sticky rice? Seabutter does! read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - A Personal Note. - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California

Another great experience at seabutter Laguna. Everytime we come to Laguna we definitely come eat here. Sushi was great tonight. We sat at the bar and chef Jacob recommended special fish for us. Service was quick and friendly as always. The restaurant was clean and sushi bar chairs are always so comfortable. Thank you for another great experience. Can't wait to visit again! read more

Seabutter - Laguna Beach - Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Laguna Beach, California