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SkyBay Sushi

4.3 (422 reviews)
Closed 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Outdoor seating
Happy hour specials

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Shawna C.

This sushi place was amazing. I don't know when I will be back down here so I thought I would be brave and give it a five now. I didn't expect the business to be so small, but luckily it was not a packed house. A friend and I met up and I told the employee her reservation and she took me to our table while I waited for her to arrive. There is a nice little special where you can order two rolls for a discounted price (I forgot what it was) or three rolls for $40.95. Considering each roll was $15-$17, this was a good deal. We started out with two hot green teas. They came out quite hot too. It hit the spot and I really liked that we got second teas for no charge. We ordered the Scotland Roll, Asparagus Snow Roll, and the Deep Fried Philly Roll. Also we ordered a side of edamame and seaweed salad. I was very impressed with how tasty the seaweed salad was and I loved the way all three rolls were presented beautifully on a large plate. We dug in and enjoyed every bite. My friend decided she wanted dessert and order the mochi. She asked the server what she recommended out of their three options of mango, green tea, or strawberry. The server said all of them were good but ended up bringing the strawberry over. I ordered the green tea ice cream and I really loved how it arrived in a martini glass with some whipped cream and chocolate. I was very impressed with what a gem this was and how amazing their food was. I really appreciated the great service. I wish it was closer to me.

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Leslie L.

Great service. Attentive, friendly. Amazing food and presentation and prices. So delicious from start to seaweed salad.

Already my 4th time coming back. And as always the food is amazing and the chef, James , is so cool.

In front is the Newport Roll, and on the back left is the Kamikaze Roll, and on the right is the Salmon Lover Roll
Mitchell N.

This place is by far our absolute favorite sushi restaurant in town. James and Jean are especially kind and provide the best service you can ask for. They are very welcoming and making sure everything is expected but better! The sushi rolls versus the price, you really can't beat the quality of fish you get and also getting the Chef's special rolls! James does an awesome job at creating new and tasty rolls like the Salmon Mango and Blue Fin Tuna roll - absolute fire! It is a smaller shop, and the decor is very subtle and peaceful! it is a smaller shop, which is nice because it feels more private and enjoyable!

C R.

This was a quaint restaurant with a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. The server was kind and prompt to assist us. We ordered 3 special rolls to share. Presentation was beautiful and combinations were tasty. The cuts of fish were not the best but for the price it was very good. They even gave us green tea ice cream for a great price. Overall, a great experience.

Salmon

Very good quality sushi and I always come here for sushi. The service is amazing and the ambiance is also very good.

This restaurant has very kind staff, and their sushi is absolutely delicious. I wish I could give 6 stars

Timothy L.

Simply the best sushi in Costa Mesa, CA...which is near Irvine, I guess. I don't know. My wife was driving. Weve gone before, and I've reviewed before. We will go again, and I'll review again! Everything was fresh and immaculate. Well cut, and well prepared. The Cajun Roll is their speciality, especially good paired with the special house sauce, which has just a bit of spicy to it. Even my 5 year old chowed down on Udon noodles, grilled salmon, and the snapper. Owned and run by the nicest couple, just quality people serving up quality food. They love this place and the cuisine, and it shows. Check it out. Say hello. Leave full and happy! Always good to make your wife happy, and this does the trick. May work better if your wife is Asian, but probably in general as well.

Chef's Special Cajun Bluefin Tuna Roll

Best Sushi spot in all of the OC! We have been coming here for 2 years now and let me tell you that the quality of the fish here is the best. You will not find any spot with better quality or presentation. James (the owner & chef) is very friendly and one of the most talented chefs I have ever witnessed. The mango tango roll is so fresh with a delicate sweetness from the ripe mango. I would highly recommend making it spicy! Any of the Nigiri is delightful, especially the Aji (Spanish Mackerel). Clare and Jean have some of the most efficient and friendly service. They always check in on us and ensure we have our glasses full. If you are looking for your next favorite sushi spot in the OC, look no further than Sky Bay Sushi in Costa Mesa! PS, be sure to share a glass of Sake with them on your next visit

Sushi

Great service, great quality of food and great prices. Definitely recommend it if you're in Costa Mesa

Does amazing catering, as well as sushi is breath! The amberjack is unbelievable

James, the owner and chef is amazing! We've been coming here for years and this is the only place we will go to. We are originally from Seattle where the seafood is the best, is indeed that quality! No better place.

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Food was fresh and tasty! Our server was friendly and helpful. Good atmosphere. We will be back!

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Sushi was mushy and tasted fishy. Was also very expensive for how poor the quality of food was. Can't recommend this place unfortunately

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We had an excellent experience. Amazing food, service, and vibe! Will definitely be back.

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Ask the Community - SkyBay Sushi

Is there and all you can eat?

No, we are not all u can it,but we have all u can sake bomb start 8 p.m every day.

Is there a happy hour?

Every week day Lunch and dinner.plus weekend dinner And Tuesday hand roll special all day long. And… 

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Meiji Seimen

Meiji Seimen

4.5
(1.7k reviews)
3.5 mi
$$
Casual dining
Kid friendly

Me and the girls came here for lunch and really enjoyed it. Got here and put our name down on their…read moreYelp waitlist about 15 minutes before they opened their doors. And thank god we did because the lines were really forming! I can see why this is a hit. The prices are so affordable, the taste is authentic and fresh, the vibe is cozy and friendly. It's a perfect place for a catch up with your girlfriends or a trendy gate spot without breaking the bank. I ordered a lunch set and I think it was only $15 for the whole spread! We shared a grilled beef/cow tongue and it was perfectly seasoned and topped with finely chopped scallions. Very good! My friends really enjoyed their fresh udon and soba noodles. They kept raving loudly about how good the meal was, I think we are coming back!

Stopped by around 9 PM on a Sunday and had a smooth experience from start to finish. There was…read moreplenty of parking available, likely given it was late in the day. We were greeted right away, and someone took our order within a minute of arriving. The food came out relatively quickly, which was a nice surprise. Inside had traditional Japanese decor. I ordered the Sukiyaki Beef Curry Bowl, and it definitely hit the spot. The beef was tender and flavorful, and the slightly sweet sukiyaki paired really well with the rich Japanese curry. Neither flavor overpowered the other, making for a balanced meal. Overall, the service was efficient, the food arrived quickly, and the quality was exactly what I was hoping for. I'd definitely order the Sukiyaki Beef Curry Bowl again.

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June monthly special
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Kagura

Kagura

4.2
(457 reviews)
3.8 mi
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Kagura is a fantastic option if you're feeling some katsu…read more Starting with the Karaage, they came out looking potentially a little too fried but I couldn't have been more wrong. The coating was tasty, the chicken was juicy, and the sauce with a little bit of lemon was exquisite. For the main dish, I went a little bold and tried their Chicken Katsu with Umeboshi Sauce and Shiso inside the katsu. May sound kind of odd, but the combination of flavors was both fresh and bold. Service at the restaurant was solid and I don't think there was a moment where my water wasn't full. The restaurant itself was quite big and I was surprised by how many tables/people could be seated. 100% would come back to try some of the other katsu options.

How have I not known about this place?…read more In the area and found this gem in a strip mall on Yelp! Thankfully no wait! Felt like we morphed to Japan. Service was great. Food amazing. I loved the sides and miso soup with the meal. Rice was perfect. Katsu sauce and soy on table. We shared between my husband and 11 yo -an order of the chicken chili cheese katsu set and the pork (no fat) katsu set. I asked for extra salad sauce which was .50. The marinated egg side was delish. Ordered another pork katsu set for my older son to go. He enjoyed it. So so so good! What a gem!!!! Beautiful woodsy ambiance. Staff were Japanese. An authentic experience. Will definitely be back.

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Sauce Katsu Sando | $14.95
Sauce Katsu Sando | $14.95
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