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. read more

SkyBay Sushi - Does amazing catering, as well as sushi is breath! The amberjack is unbelievable - Sushi Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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Amazing service, food came out fast and was very efficient. Highest quality of food and very fresh tasting fish. Environment was very peaceful but also fun to be in. Overall an amazing place to go read more

My wife and I visited Sky Bay Sushi about two weeks ago with our kids, and it was hands down the best sushi we've ever had. James made us feel incredibly welcome from the moment we walked in, and his hospitality really elevated the whole experience. My wife is usually pretty cautious with sushi--she tends to stick to a California roll--but this time she branched out and tried a few different fish. She couldn't stop talking about how delicious everything was and is already asking when we can go back. We also ordered udon ramen for our daughter, and she finished every last bite, which says a lot. If you go, don't miss the baked scallop roll--it's easily one of the best we've had anywhere. We'll definitely be back soon! read more

This review is long overdue... My boyfriend and I always make sure to visit Skybay Sushi as often as possible because of how amazing our visits are every time. My favorite roll is the Mango Tango Roll which is a spicy California Roll with Salmon and Mango on the outside. The hospitality is always perfect and makes us feel very welcomed. This visit, we asked for the chef special and it was so good. The fish is always so fresh and delicious. We have never had a bad experience! So YUMMY ! Thank you James, Clare and Jean! read more

SkyBay Sushi - Red Kiwi (seasonal) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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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. read more

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

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

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

SkyBay Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Super fresh seafood in their sushi. Expert sushi maker with unique & flavorful sauces. Amazing and varied types of Ramen. A small cozy ambience. I cannot recommend the sushi bar enough. A small non-Sushi menu but the Salmon Teriyaki was delicious. The service was prompt and pleasing. read more

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

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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. read more

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Phenomenal hospitality. I came alone because I was visiting the area for work, and the owner & my waitress made me feel welcomed like I was visiting friends. Don't get me started on the food & the pricing too... considering how good & fresh everything tasted, I thought there was going to be an extra zero on my total read more

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

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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! read more

SkyBay Sushi - In front is the Newport Roll, and on the back left is the Kamikaze Roll, and on the right is the Salmon Lover Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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

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 read more

SkyBay Sushi - Chef's Special Cajun Bluefin Tuna Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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

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. read more

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Love this place for lunch or dinner. Great food and great service. I have been coming here for years and the staff is always friendly and kind. read more

James, the owner does a remarkable job. Easy to tell he takes great pride in his work. The fireworks roll is our favorite -- our kids crush the veggie, avocado, and ballerina roll. The only sushi place we go to. Love this place! read more

As a foodie, I'm always looking for new places to try, but I often fall into holding patterns in some areas, such as the 17th Street corridor in Costa Mesa. After hitting two usual spots (Shirley's Bagels for, you guessed it...) and Hi-Time Wine Cellars (clean bathrooms). A little search here on Yelp and studying the little maps, I realized this restaurant was close but just off the street. I lucked out and got one of two designated parking spots in front and walked in. It was before noon, and only one other table was sat, so I grabbed a spot easily. The server was a sweet lady who provided the proper aloof but not unaware style that promotes relaxation without ever having to flag her down. Green tea first, then my order. The chef is very deliberate in his movements, and I could tell that without peering over the counter, he's a stickler for detail and presentation. Sure enough, the platter came nicely arranged. Two cut rolls and nigiri sushi to get as wide as possible sample of their fish varieties. I especially enjoyed the Salmon Lemon roll with asparagus inside. The Hamachi was also really good, as was the salmon. I felt full enough for the planned wine tasting later that afternoon at Hi-Time Wine Cellars and drove down to Corona Del Mar to walk it off. I'll time my next trip for happy hour and get some Mussels! read more

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Omg! So, my hubby and I are obsessed with garlic edamame! Since our local fave go-to place closed, we've been searching for a new staple. SkyBay Sushi is definitely it! Not being one for spicy food, garlic edamame and spicy garlic edamame are two VERY different dishes for me. Not everywhere has a separate spicy garlic edamame dish, meaning that their regular garlic edamame might be a little bit on the spicy side. At SkyBay Sushi BOTH the garlic edamame AND the spicy garlic edamame are killer. So my husband orders the spicy while I stick to the traditional garlic version; this way our hands don't keep bumping into each other as we are scarfing them down. But don't stop at the edamame. The sushi is also incredible. The rolls are beautifully presented and taste as good as they look. Our favorite is the Shrimp Crunchy Roll, I like my Crunchy Rolls with a bit of cucumber, which the staff at SkyBay are happy to add. Whether you choose to dine in or takeout, the staff is very friendly and accommodating, even if you have extra requests. The restaurant is cozy and comfortable and smells mouthwatering from the moment you walk in. Stop in, say hi, take out, or dine in, but DON'T skip this hidden gem. It's easy to miss because it's down a row of businesses that run perpendicular to 17th St. Keep your eyes open and bring your appetite, its time to fly to SkyBay Sushi! read more

Best sushi I've had! Every roll was fresh, perfectly made, and tasted amazing. Great service and great food. If you love sushi, this place is a must-try. Highly recommend! read more

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Just a long weekend away from home , first time in the area , looking for a sushi place for the husband . Lucky us we found SkyBay . Great place , great food and we appreciated to sit with our friends and not to be rushed at all enjoying the sashimi platter , fried soft shell crabs , scallops and California backed roll , spicy tuna , edamame....... All was delicious! We will be back read more

A hidden gem in Costa Mesa/Newport Beach. The nondescript strip mall belies the amazingly fresh & mouth watering sushi that awaits. But there's more! Perhaps the best value for money sushi anywhere. Awesome Happy Hour prices AND 3 rolls for $40 (anytime). Roll suggestions: Lady in Red, Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice, Spider, Caterpillar.....enjoy! read more

Truth be told, the sushi was not fresh at all. The second I tasted it I immediately knew. No disrespect to the gentleman who made the sushi but yeah those ingredients were not fresh at all and was not were the amount of money that I paid for. read more

Outstanding experience tonight. Everything from the quality of the sushi to the presentation to the extremely attentive and friendly service - we will definitely be back. The vibe was very relaxed and comfortable. Some very creative rolls and you MUST order the Avocado Bomb. Wow. Really enjoyed the gyoza, also. read more

Food was good but this place is overpriced, be aware!!! I, my husband and my 7 years old daughter came there last night for just our regular Saturday eating out (means no special occasion, no fancy restaurants on the list) and we picked this place based on Yelp reviews. And guess what, we got home with the bill of $179.3 (plus tip was $209) I would not pay that price range for that place, that location like that. We could totally go to a better place. Again food was good, service was okay. But overpriced. Felt like you checked in at a motel but had to pay for staying at 5 star hotel. read more

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The food is excellent and the ambiance is quiet and chill. The service is excellent as well. I enjoy the Maki special when selecting rolls. The spicy tuna over crispy rice is one of my favorites. read more

This place is so delicious!! My boyfriend and I went on a saturday for lunch and it was so quiet! Our server was the one who made our food and he was the sweetest ever! It's small but we all know the smallest places are the best! we will definitely be coming back again! read more

SkyBay Sushi - Crunch Rainbow Roll, Salmon Lemon Roll Baked Crawfish Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I don't know if this is Jack's fusion sushi rebranded or if it's an entirely new restaurant with new owners, but we went there last night and had a great experience. The staff was very very nice. The drinks and food came quickly and it was good quality for the price! Would go back! read more

SkyBay Sushi - Costa Mesa roll, salmon, lemon roll, salmon belly nigiri, etc. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

WOW! The food was so great, I just had to leave a review. This place is truly amazing. Big compliments to both the food and the service. I was really impressed by the chef's skill and attention to detail. I'll definitely be back soon. Highly, highly recommend! read more

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First off, this hidden gem has by far the best sushi and sashimi I've ever had. I hear they get a huge amount of seafood straight from Asia, and the chef turns raw fish into an art form. Everything is super fresh and they do an awesome job of garnishing each dish. Can't say enough about the food here! Secondly, the staff is super friendly, extremely efficient, and takes really good care in all that they do. There isn't a huge amount of seating, but even if you do have to wait a little, it is definitely worth the wait. You will not be disappointed going to Sky Bay Sushi! I absolutely love this place! read more

We got the 3 roll special, and all 3 rolls were delicious, and completely worth it. Green tea ice cream is also amazing, with a big portion enough for 2 people. Don't overlook this place, definitely worth a try! read more

Amazing as always, chef is super nice. Definitely recommending this place. Can't wait to come back read more

SkyBay Sushi - Again and again amazing service, nothing else to say that 10/10 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

We liked it. Not the highest quality, but affordable. I take my teenagers here and they love it! My bill is much better than I expected! read more

Was going to our regular Sushi resteraunt and they were closed on Monday's, so we decided to try something new... and SkyBay Sushi was AWESOME!! They have new regular customers and we have a new favorite Sushi resteraunt! Incredible food, presentation, and staff. Give them a try next time you are craving Sushi. read more

The sushi was so good and the service was so good. Especially, Bluefin Tunarol is so delicious read more

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Had the Salmon lemon roll and Hawaiian Roll - delicious! And incredibly well presented. Such lovely staff too - highly recommend read more

SkyBay Sushi - Salmon lemon roll and Hawaiian Roll - delicious! And incredibly well presented. Such lovely staff too - highly recommend - Sushi Bars Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Nice place , fresh sushi and roll every visit. Best in costa mesa and Newport Beach. read more

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