We debated between two sushi restaurants, and I'm so happy that we chose Roku! The ambiance was dark, moody, and romantic. The décor was stylish and beautiful! From the tall ceilings to the bonsai tree partitions that provided peekaboo glimpses of the sushi counter. Even the beautifully designed glass carafe for our sake (which I had to put in my cart to order later) and the adorable plates made the experience feel elevated. Our server, Brian, did not lead us astray. Although we were already prepared to order the Roku Izakaya Feast, his suggestions were far more intriguing. Brussels Sprout Chips drizzled with truffle oil. Tempura'd, flakey bruss leaves tossed with truffle oil and salt! Yes please! Fluke Kumquat: delicious! Gave carpaccio. Light and refreshing! Hanabi w/ spicy tuna: crunchy yet pillowy rice cakes with spicy tuna on top. Comes with 4 but wanted 18 Fav rolls: White Lotus roll Senshi roll We washed it all down with an Asahi and a carafe of Heaven Sake Junmai (?) Sorry, that's what it sounded like when he said it, which paired perfectly with every bite. A beautiful meal from start to finish. We'll definitely be back. See you at the bar counter, Brian! read more

I would recommend this restaurant if you prefer a great ambiance and a nice vibe after shopping. However, i would say that surprisingly the sushi is not as fresh as i would have hoped. I am a big sushi fan and i felt as if the rolls here were very limited in fresh sushi options and in portions. But then again its all about preferences. However, if youre into small bites and ambiance i would recommend. read more

Sushi Roku - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Ok, so Sushi Roku isn't bad, it's just not great. We were especially disappointed with the quality of the ingredients, the seaweed had food coloring in it and the sushi ginger was clearly sweetened with artificial sweetener. At their price point, I'd expect much better. Atmosphere was aesthetically cool But, wow was the music terrible- ai generated remixes of pop songs with 130 bpm tempo that gives a "hurry up and get out" vibe. And as for the service- yes, it was efficient, albeit from a cute yet checked out/disassociated server who could really care less about answering questions- never mind guiding to the best things on the menu. Honestly, Sushi on Fire in Huntington is WAY better quality fish, preparation, welcoming environment and overall experience even though the atmosphere isn't as stylish/cool. Nevertheless, Sushi Roku has nice presentation and like I say, it's still good, just not as great as the pricing is asking for. read more

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Expensive but delectable. Honestly, the fish is so fresh because it is caught locally. The rice on the nigiri will literally melt in your mouth. The YELLOWTAIL CARPACCIO IS A MUST. You won't regret ordering this appetizer. Everything they decorate the fish with tastes so rich. Even the Olive oil is Arab-approved. The Cucumber Salad is definitely worth your time & dollars. I like this one better than the DTF cucumber salad. We got the shareable sushi plate so we can try a bunch of stuff. Everything was great other than the spicy tuna sushi, but i think that's just personal preference. I'll definitely be back since i'm always in Newport. read more

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Closer to 3.5 stars tbh Clean exterior, quick service, friendly staff. Got the sushi plate pictured, the yellow and tuna were pretty solid. Shrimp particularly underwhelming. Salmon was also just okay. Honestly not the best, especially for 36 dollars, but still worthwhile if you have a hankering for sushi and you're already in fashion island. read more

Sushi Roku - The soy sauce bottle - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Hitting up some nice sushi place called Sushi Roku in Newport Beach (Orange County). It's a one of the nicer place for some delicious sushi. For food, I've got the following... Sushi (2pcs): Tuna Bluefin Salmon Yellowtail Cut rolls: Katana California Lets start with the sushi... Not too bad. I really liked it. Sooo good. I think Tuna Bluefin is the winner. That was delicious. For the rolls..... Katana rolls were sooo good. Very nice presentation... right on point. Very tasty. The best rolls at this restaurant. As for The California rolls.... not so much... I had better than that, but it was a nice try. Service was great.... no complaints so far. Overall... 4 stars for now. read more

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OH MY GOD OH MY GOD! this place has the best sushi I have ever had and I have been to a couple of different sushi spots in my life. The location itself is very nice and spacious, the decor is very nice and this restaurant is child friendly, hooray for high chairs It being our first time here we asked the waitress for her recommendations and she did not miss. The Katana and the Gensai were DELICIOUS, just a note she did mention the Gensai role is an exclusive role just for their location. These two roles were so good we grabbed a second round, ugh I wish this place was closer to me to stop by more often but im hoping our next visit will be soon read more

Sushi Roku - Katana Roll Gensai Roll - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

If you've been following my Yelp escapades, you already know I treat restaurant scouting like Olympic training for your dating life. I test the vibes, the lighting, the food, the flirt‑potential, all so you don't accidentally take a promising match to a place that screams "situationship energy." So buckle up, buttercup, because here comes another one. Sushi Roku is a great spot for a date you've known for a while, not quite "meet the parents," but definitely past the "I don't know your last name yet" stage. The ambiance shifts like a good relationship: warm and romantic after dark, bright and lively during the day. It exudes the "we're comfortable, but still trying" vibe. The salmon belly and sushi rolls? Fresh, delicious, and absolutely must‑order territory. Think of them as the reliable green flags of the menu. Prices are standard OC, not cheap, but not the kind of bill that makes you reconsider your life choices. Our server was sweet, attentive, and totally earned the 25% tip we left her. We skipped the wine, but apparently Coke Zero is the unofficial drink of Newport Beach, so I fit right in. Too bad they don't serve it. I wish they did. Parking is a breeze with a free public lot right out front, and there are plenty of places to stroll afterward if you need to walk off the sushi... or extend the date because it's going well. Been there, done that! Date‑worthy? Absolutely. Thumbs up from me, and I'll be back. read more

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2 years later and Sushi Roku is still a favorite for my kids. The service is always 5 stars, the food is consistent, and it's never overly crowded. A few of our favorites are the yellowtail serrano(no Serrano for the kids), a custom roll for the kiddos: yellowtail, cucumber, avocado, topped with yellowtail. Brussel sprout chips, shishito peppers, and cauliflower. Highly recommend! read more

Sushi Roku - Hamachi Serrano - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Always a good time at sushi Roku, the sushi is fresh and the drinks are great. Came here for my birthday and had a great time with my husband. The music is such a vibe too! read more

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We dined on the patio on 7/12/26. Food was excellent! Hang on to Trent! He did a great job serving and creating a nice afternoon while we celebrated our birthdays. read more

Sushi Roku - Scallops over cucumber with black salt and truffle oil - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

My bestie and I came here to celebrate her birthday and it was a nice time! The restaurant is beautiful, clean, and spacious - perfect vibe for a special occasion. The wait staff is really nice and attentive, checking on us often and making sure we had everything we needed. I made the reservation with the note that we were celebrating a birthday, and we got a cute little printed card which was a thoughtful touch. The ambiance and service are really great but I felt like the food could have been better. We shared the seared albacore, spicy tuna hanabi, and the senshi roll. The seared albacore had a yummy & tangy garlic ponzu which I enjoyed, but the spicy tuna hanabi was a little blander than I would have liked and the senshi roll was not very flavorful either. The meal was okay but not worth the prices, in my opinion. Though the meal was so-so, it was really nice to be given a birthday dessert on the house. We got some mochi ice cream and berries, and it came out to the table with a sparkler! So fun. Overall - nice atmosphere, friendly service, okay food. This isn't my first time here so I was a little disappointed, but it was an enjoyable dinner nonetheless. (Probably a 3.5/5, tbh.) read more

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9/10. The food was just amazing here. It was expensive but worth it as a good sushi spot. We ordered spicy garlic edamame, which was average, but the spicy cucumber was actually really good and a better starter. The spicy tuna crispy rice was good too but even better was the yellow tail crispy rice. We also ordered the toro carpaccio which was the STAR of the show. It literally melts in your mouth. You really only need to chew for the caviar. Roll wise, I heavily recommend you get the Yakumi. The spicy tuna pears perfectly with the crispy shrimp, and all the sauces on top just make it perfection. Service and ambiance were amazing as well! read more

Just grab some lunch at Sushi Roku with a friend. This place never lets me down. The atmosphere was stylish and clearly well loved by the crowd. Service was solid as usual. Robert was great as a manager checking in on us. Of course will be back Sushi Roku has all the elements together in one location from the delicious fish to the great music and atmosphere to well trained servers providing a high-end experience at a high-end location. Although we got much more food, you could see in my other pictures, some of the things I've gotten in the past are still good! This time I just shared two of my favorites. Give them a try and let me know what you think! read more

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What was ordered: Brussel Sprout Chips Hakata Ramen Salmon Nigiri Bluefin Tuna Nigiri *my favorite; super yummy* White Lotus Roll Toro Jalapeño Roll Our waiter was excellent. He was very friendly, helpful and attentive. Ambiance is really nice. I was most excited about the toro jalapeño roll, but that was actually the least appetizing for me. I would not order again. White lotus, salmon nigiri, and the Brussel sprout chips were all ok. The bluefin tuna and ramen were definitely my favorites. The ramen was so flavorful and the right amount of spicy without being too spicy - it was well balanced and so scrumptious! I also really enjoyed the bluefin tuna. read more

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We are sitting outside on this beautiful Wednesday, 4/8/26 enjoying the cool breeze. I love their Brussels sprouts and they are gluten free! Our waitress is not exactly personable but the food is good! We got a new waiter with the shift change luckily! read more

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The server Elle needs a raise , she's literally the best person I've ever met! Made our whole night. Chu toro was solid Spicy tuna hand roll and the hanabi were fire The toro jalapeño we got has a hand roll and it had a veryyyy fishy taste to it , otherwise chu toro was better Gensai roll was very crunchy and fresh, i believe the only fish is the salmon on top Kanpachi nigir was also very buttery very good read more

The Food Runner Should Be Fired. My first dish ordered was the lamb chops and then I proceeded to order sushi. I was sitting at the sushi bar earlier today. So the food runner delivers my lamb chops and I thanked him and asked him politely to please bring me a fork and knife. He replied "sure I'll be right back". He never showed up. I can't use chop sticks for lamb chops. I finally got a fork and a knife ten minutes later from my waiter. The food runner is not doubt a miserable hateful person who purposely never came back with the utensils. The place was half empty and the sushi bar was almost completely empty so what 's the excuse for such inconsiderate behavior. I have given this place a chance too many times and it consistently delivers disappointment. I will not be back. read more

5 star ambiance and service. Great place for a date night with cool vibes and upbeat music. Our server was super friendly and sweet. Food is more of a 4. It was nicely presented and tasted decent, but not amazing. We liked the taste of the Brussel sprout chips but felt the quantity was really tiny because they were literally breaded and fried individual Brussel sprouts leaves. The White Lotus roll and soft shell crab cut roll were just ok. The Spicy Tuna crispy rice was very good with the mix of temperatures and textures We celebrated a birthday and they totally set us up with the most amazing cotton candy, ice cream, cheesecake dessert with a sparkler. Definitely a 5 star dessert! read more

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I am in complete shock that I have not left a review here before. I have been going here often for so so many years! It's a beautiful place to splurge every now and then. Great location in Fashion Island. My boyfriend and I had the 5-course Roku Izakaya Feast. For $78/person WOW was it worth it!!! Came with 2 starters, 2 carpaccios, 6 pieces of sushi, 2 rolls, and a dessert. Seriously still in awe. The sushi did not come with any salmon (my favorite) so I ordered some additionally- but last minute they switched one of the sushi's out with salmon (now having double). I was very appreciative of my server comp'ing the accidental additional salmon without asking!! Everything is delicious, but usually my favorite item is a spicy tuna crispy rice but the spicy tuna at Sushi Roku does not hit for me unfortunately, and I am not sure why. Hugh quality DJ, service, ambience, food, and prices. Overall it was a beautiful date night out! read more

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Fantastic flavor, great quality of fish, friendly service and uber chill vibes. Did I just find my favorite non-Omakase sushi restaurant? I think so. Don't miss the yuzu salmon nigiri, Tokubetsu roll, or the toro nigiri (excellent). The calamari is subtle and perfectly prepared. Cocktails were inspired and a consistent theming around apricots was appreciated. Definitely will be back to try more! read more

Sushi Roku - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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We were given dirty seats with hair all over it and stains from dropped food. It did not matter to the person that seated us until we pointed out how dirty there was and then finally someone came and cleaned it before we sat down. For a high-end restaurant, this is absolutely shocking to me. The food is good. They need much more vegetarian items. Overall, I'm not sure I'd come here Givan. It doesn't seem to be well maintained and not clean. read more

We had such an amazing experience for my mom's birthday, food was phenomenal and service was amazing! Thank you so much, we will definitely be back again soon. read more

Amazing sushi experience! The sea bass sushi was incredibly fresh and full of flavor. The spicy tuna avocado roll was absolutely delicious. The prices were very reasonable, the atmosphere was beautiful and welcoming, and the customer service was exceptional. Everything was fresh, tasty, and beautifully presented. I'll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend this place!elle thank you read more

Sushi texture was on point, melted in your mouth. Baked cod was came steaming hot and also melted in your mouth. My husband thought the baked cod was most memorable. I highly enjoyed sushi experience and price is worth the experience! read more

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One of my favorite sushi spots in Newport Beach. Genesis is by far the best server here! She provides white glove service and has the best recommendations. She was constantly coming by to clean off our table, and make sure we were taken care of. I brought my friend here as a first-timer and Genesis was super helpful, had the best vibe and was part of our experience at Sushi Roku. You really can't go wrong with any of the rolls. My favorite app is definitely the wrapped asparagus! You can easily make Reservations through opentable. There's a variety of outdoor, bar seating and indoor seating. Having a dj on a Friday night is always a plus too! Been going here for years and will continue coming! read more

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Was seriously craving high-quality sushi, and Sushi Roku absolutely delivered. We came in on a Sunday for lunch and were seated immediately. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with both indoor and outdoor seating, we opted to sit outside to enjoy the great weather, which was the perfect choice. The cocktail menu was too tempting to pass up, and I'm so glad we ordered one. Our server recommended the Electric Koi, and it lived up to the hype - delicious and stunning. Food-wise, we started with edamame and the Serrano Hamachi appetizer, which was phenomenal. I honestly could've eaten three orders. For our main, we split the Deluxe Sushi Plate. The fish was incredibly fresh and the rice perfectly seasoned, absolute perfection. Between the great ambiance, fantastic service, and food that left me wanting more, this was an easy five-star experience. Already looking forward to my next visit and trying more from the menu! read more

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Overall a fun sushi place in fashion island. We were promptly seated in their patio which is dog friendly. I had their udon which was very nice and tasty and we got an assortment of ther sushi all were very fresh and tasty. Place was buzzing on a Friday night. Dress code is business casual. The server was awesome. read more

Sushi Roku - Entry - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Very pretty venue with high ceiling and open flooring. Prime location in the heart of fashion island just across the way from Joey NP. Service also fantastic. Food was also very good with quality sushi and sashimi dishes that were just perfect on the palate. Not only was the food a standout but the cocktails were fantastic (one of my favorite cocktails in the area). Omg and yes the dessert was also next level. Here's what we tried over two visits: 1. Sushi: sushi/sashimi were all fresh and quality. Especially loved the Japanese scallop sushi which was phenomenal! Not sure what the green garnish was but very exquisite. Also tried the sea bream, fluke, and crab. All fantastic. 2. Fluke Kimquat: fresh sashimi flavored with a slightly sweet orange/kumquat. Beautiful presentation on a large white plate and garnished with sprouts and edible yellow floral. Was good but not sure how I feel about a sweet tasting sashimi dish. Worth trying once. 3. Salmon truffle carpaccio: fresh salmon sashimi flavored with ponzu and believe sesame oil??? (so gave it a slight vinaigrette flavor which I love) and topped with truffles...yummy. Highly recommend. 4. Hamachi Serrano: fresh yellowtail sashimi seasoned with garlic and yuzu ponzu so again a vinaigrette flavor. Was good but didn't feel it was any different than other hamachi carpaccio dishes Ive tried elsewhere 5. Gensai roll: fantastic. Jalapeño, avocado, and cucumber filled roll topped with salmon and kizami wasabi...the jalapeño and kizami wasabi kicked it out of the park. Must try. Not too spicy so don't chicken out. 6. Tokubetsu roll: delicious cucumber and crab filled roll topped with toro and sea bream and seasoned with truffle pesto. Very good. But Gensai was better. 7. Beef Ribeye wrapped asparagus: as the name describes, about 4-5 pieces of thick asparagus wrapped in ribeye and served sizzling in a small stone . Got to eat I right away to avoid the meat from overcooking and sticking to the stone. Was ok but not as impressive as the presentation. 8. American Wagyu chimichurri: red strips seasoned with chimichurri. This was good but again nothing special. 9. Brussel sprout chips: very good. Crispy and felt healthy for chip snack. 10. Chocolate Volcano l: fabulous dessert. Soft chocolate cake filled with warm and creamy chocolate that oozes out. Served with side of ice cream 11. Cheesecake with side of cookies and cream ice cream. The standout was the cheesecake was hidden inside a sphere of pink cotton candy that the servers will set on fire melting it down to expose the cheese cake inside. Fun presentation. The flavor was mediocre. Worth the show lol. 12 . Also tried several cocktails. The matcha miruku sour (Pendleton whiskey, pineapple, coconut, matcha topped with ube foam) and empress kiss (vodka and sake) was my favorite. Overall a fantastic experience and definitely coming back for some more. read more

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Stopped by on my way to see the Newport Beach Christmas boat parade for dinner and was not disappointed. Located in the Fashion Island mall in Newport Beach, Sushi Roku is an upscale Japanese restaurant with club vibes in the evening with loud club music playing. May not be the best if you're wanting to have an actual conversation with your dinner partner. The food itself is quite good but not spectacular. We ordered a couple of items including * Margarita, Sunkiss mocktails * Spicy Cucumber Sunomono * Salmon Carpaccio * Full Hanabi - Yellowtail * Fluke Kumquat * Seabass Skewer * Nigiri Tuna Belly (Toro) * Nigiri Albacore (Shiro Maguro) * Nigiri Amberjack (Kanpachi) * Nigiri Amberjack (Kanpachi) * Nigiri Fluke (Hirame) * Nigiri Scallop - Whole (Hotate) * Nigiri Scallop - Whole (Hotate) * Nigiri Salmon (Sake) * Nigiri Sea Bream (Tai) The cucumber salad was nice and had a spicy punch to it. The salmon carpaccio was fresh with truffle slices on it that elevated the taste. The fluke kumquat was on the sweeter side with the kumquat and some sort of a jam on it, tasty but not my favorite. We ordered the hamachi on crispy rice, the rice was nicely toasted and crunchy and the slice of yellowtail paired well vs the typical tuna paste that you can find at other restaurants. The sushi pieces were also tasty and fresh though I wish the rice they used was warmer and sushi grade. Overall a decent dining experience but there are a ton of better sushi joints in the Orange County area that one can try that would be cheaper and better. read more

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Beautiful presentation, but not aligned with the price point As a sushi lover, I really wanted to love Sushi Roku in Newport Beach. I chose this restaurant based on the InKind app and was craving an afternoon sushi outing. The space is beautiful and the cocktails are genuinely standout, elevated, creative, and visually stunning. The service was warm, and the ambiance definitely aims for special-occasion energy. That said, the food itself didn't quite meet the level I expect at this price point. The fish was good, but not exceptional and was missing that ultra-fresh, melt-in-your-mouth quality that typically justifies a premium sushi bill. A few dishes felt more about presentation than depth of flavor, and the overall experience didn't match the cost of the meal. I'd absolutely come back for drinks and atmosphere, but for high-end sushi in Orange County, there are other spots that deliver more consistent quality and flavor for the same (or even lower) price. Beautiful setting, great cocktails, decent food but just not the value or standard one would expect for the check. read more

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We love eating here when at Fashion Island. Craved sushi after the meat laden holiday meals. Greeted warmly and ordered edamame and vegetable tempura to start. Moved on to hamachi Serrano and assorted sushi platter and the tuna jalapeño roll. Everything was delicious. When we want sushi with a twist we come here. Service was also great. Received a volcano cake for my birthday. read more

Sushi Roku - Volcano cake for my birthday. Delicious. - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Had an Amazing dinner here with family! Myself, husband and our children loved the beautiful ambience / location in Newport. The food was fresh and delicious but the service was top notch! We had a very nice & knowledgeable server named Elle that went out of her way to make sure our dining experience with little ones was enjoyable. She was friendly, patient, great with kids, and I appreciated that she recommended some of her favorite dishes which we happily tried and loved! Sometimes it's hard to go out with small kids but this was a wonderful experience for us! Everything was great! We'll be back. Thank you! read more

Lively atmosphere, good energy, and super friendly staff! Food presentation is excellent. Sushi is not authentic style but tasted fresh. Celebrating birthdays here is always fun with their special sparkling candle and cotton candy bubble cheesecake dessert! read more

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Very good sushi restaurant. I initially thought that this would be a bit of a tourist trap due to the location, but the quality of the offerings was a pleasant surprise. Value is debatable, but you know what you're getting into at Fashion Island. Shoutout to DJ for overseeing our night here! Good recommendations from him all-around. We had ourselves a very enjoyable four course date night. Reservations recommended on weekends. Plenty of parking in Fashion Island. read more

Sushi Roku - Deluxe Sushi Set $49 - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Great service, Elle was a great guide through our sushi Roku adventure. Would definitely be back! read more

Sushi Roku - Awesome cocktails - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I don't think we will be coming back anytime soon. I really like Sushi Roku, but today at lunch we had flies all over our table so much so that we had to ask for a seat change. Then the flies followed us, and there were still flies at our table. I had to put a napkin over my food so the flies wouldn't land on my food. Yuck! read more

Last night, I had dinner at sushi Roku. As soon as we sat down, the server, made it a big point to tell us how they couldn't separate the bill and we had to download a specific app that the restaurant utilizes for the customer to make their own bill. The manager then came over and reiterated the position. They were both quite unpleasant. Finally, a third person came over and served us. Our service at the conclusion of the evening was nice and the food was good, but the management attitude and the initial server were definitely not aimed toward any level of customer service. read more

It was DELICIOUS!! Their Tuna Jalapeño roll was great along with their Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice. My server was delightful, and it had very sunny indoor lighting. I'd go again if it wasn't SO expensive. read more

Sushi Roku - Spicy tuna crispy rice - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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Food came out quick and everything tasted super fresh and really good. The place was super clean too, which I always notice and appreciate. But the service was what stood out the most. Linda, our server, was so sweet and had great suggestions, she was really knowledgeable and enthusiastic, which made the whole experience even better. And Kenny (assistant) greeted us right away and was super fast and attentive too, which I really appreciated. Overall just a really great experience, I'd definitely come back read more

Sushi Roku - Japanese Near Me - Newport Beach, California

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