This is an awesome sushi spot, one of my favorites in the Monterey area (Seaside to be exact). They have a great lunch/dinner special that includes many options for a good deal. There are SO MANY special rolls. A few of my favorites are the the hamachi daisuki, sour punch, and pinky pinky roll. I also love ordering a chef special that includes a mix of nigiri, rolls, or sashimi. You can't go wrong with anything you order here, all of the seafood is so fresh, and the fried food is delicious and crispy. The staff are all super friendly and welcome us back every time we visit. The restaurant has a lot of tables (mostly 4 tops), but I've seen them push tables together for larger groups (probably best to call ahead in that case). The decorations are cute, tasteful, and fun, with a mix of studio ghilbli images and samurai themed art. They are usually playing early 2000/2010 music hits which are familiar to me. read more

Sushi Time - California roll (8 pc, but my partner ate one already) and 2 orders of Saba (mackerel) nigiri (2pc/order) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

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Sushi on Mother's Day??? Why not! Sushi Time has a great menu so we decided to give them a try. Decor: The restaurant design and interiors is pretty tired and could use a refresh. Food: We started with Yellowtail Carpaccio (4/5) and their Spicy Tuna Crunch (4/5). For the rolls, we ordered the Firecracker Roll (5/5) and the Yellowtail Bonzai Roll (4/5). Most importantly, all the fish was fresh and the rolls were well made. The service was friendly and attentive. Sushi Time is a good sushi restaurant, just not great. And we are in pursuit of a great sushi restaurant in the greater Monterey peninsula. So, the search goes on! read more

Normally, we order delivery from Sushi Time. This time, we ate in. What a delightful experience! From the samurai decor throughout the restaurant to the screens dividing each table to the sweetest wait staff, this place may just become a new regular outing. The food is always great at a decent price. The service and ambiance are the cherry on top. The next time you're in the mood for sushi that doesn't break the bank, I definitely recommend this cozy spot. read more

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The Food was so good. The sashimi was incredibly delicious and the Service was VERY good too! read more

We are in town for a couple days and wanted to get some sushi before we left. This place was super close to where we are staying so we gave it a try. It was delicious! I'm from San Diego, and I've tried lots of different restaurants so I was pleasantly surprised. The service was great, everyone that helped us was very kind. Prices were decent and the decor was lovely. I have never seen such a large sushi roll menu! read more

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We were visiting from Tucson, AZ. Our daughter who lives in Monterey said that this was her favorite sushi place. We have had sushi many different places in our city and other places we have traveled to and Sushi Time was the best sushi we have ever had! We ordered a boatload of sushi and finished it all. The service was also wonderful! read more

An amazing find in Seaside!! For $18.62, I got their lunch bento special, which was a good portion of spicy California rolls, chicken katsu, rice, salad and miso soup. The lunch special is customizable and you can pick from a lot of different sushi and meat. And during lunch, you get a free side of gyoza! In this economy, this is a steal! Great quality too! Great portions! read more

Sushi Time - Spicy California Roll & Chicken Katsu & Gyoza - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

7.5/10 Came in for sushi and overall had a good experience, with some clear highs and lows. Sashimi was the star of the night, super fresh, flavorful, and honestly a must-get. 10/10. The tuna rolls were solid with a generous tuna-to-rice ratio, but the cuts were pretty uneven, as you can see, and the seaweed wrap was oddly sticky and getting stuck to my teeth (never had that happen before). Still tasty overall 8/10. Great sushi, just not the most precise cuts. Staff was kind and genuinely considerate, but the place was busy busy. It felt like the team was sprinting around trying to keep up. My order came out wrong, and everything was served at totally different times, which made the meal feel inconsistent. I honestly felt like helping them at one point. Small space, tight seating, and a lot of foot traffic around us. Decor was nice, but nothing on the TVs (no sports). Just okay overall. The sushi itself was worth it, fresh and enjoyable, but the service and seating situation could definitely be smoother. read more

Sushi Time - Tuna Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

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If you haven't been to Sushi Time in Seaside yet, go ahead and cancel whatever plans you had. Dentist appointment, gym session, laundry day... irrelevant. Your new priority is eating here ASAP. Let's start with the Funny Bunny roll. Listen. I was not prepared for a sweet potato to come in and steal the whole show like Beyoncé entering a room. It's vegetarian, yes... but the flavor? The crunch? The "hello, I didn't know I needed this in my life"? Absolutely unhinged. Whoever invented this roll deserves a raise, a hug, and maybe joint custody of my future children (just kidding). Then we tried the Sake Blossom, which is basically a love letter to salmon. If you're a salmon fan, this roll will snatch your soul right out of your body. Soft, buttery, melt-in-your-mouth... the kind of roll that makes you close your eyes dramatically like you're in a food commercial. Next up: the Mango Tango. Tropical, refreshing, and honestly gave me vacation vibes. One bite and I was mentally on a beach chair with a drink in hand, ignoring my responsibilities. It's fruity, it's fun, it's giving "summer fling" energy... except this fling won't ghost you. Now let's talk about the people, because the food is amazing... but the service? Even better. The crew are so friendly and sweet that you feel you're getting diabetes. And Joe -- the owner -- is a whole ray of sunshine. Attentive, chipper, and such a humble guy. Bottom line: this place is a must. The rolls slap, the service is A+, and the energy is so warm and happy you'll walk out feeling like you just visited family... the good side of the family, not the ones who ask why you haven't popped another baby just yet. Run, don't walk. Your taste buds will thank you. read more

Sushi Time - Beef Yakisoba - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

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Excellent good, great service and worth the weight to get in! This was some of the best sushi I've had in a long time. I wish they were in Fresno where I live- I'd be there every week. read more

We visited this sushi restaurant last night, which is a place I've gone to many times before. It was a Friday around 6:30 pm and fairly busy, but when we arrived we were the only two people waiting to be seated. We stood near the front for several minutes and could see the staff and what appeared to be the owner looking in our direction, but no one acknowledged us or came to seat us. Shortly after, another couple with their teenage daughter came in behind us. The man quickly greeted them and attempted to seat them right away. When he realized there wasn't a clean table available, he asked them how many were in their party. The couple even looked at us and it became clear that we had been waiting there first. Despite that, he grabbed menus and proceeded to seat them before us. The couple themselves seemed a little uncomfortable and looked back at us again as it happened. I've always enjoyed coming here for sushi, but this interaction was disappointing. All customers deserve to be acknowledged and seated in the order they arrive. I'm not sure what the reason was, but it definitely left me feeling overlooked and uncomfortable. I hope the restaurant takes situations like this seriously because good customer service and fairness matter. I will say we enjoy the food but I'm not sure I'll be coming back anytime soon. read more

Sushi Time - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

Located in a strip mall with decent parking, the sushi rolls were so good! The Totoro roll was bomb, like poke as a sushi roll. The kawaii was good esp if you like a good assortment of fish. My partner tried the tonkotsu, said it was okay but it was not their strong suit. read more

Sushi Time - Kawai Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

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We had been here years ago and decided to return. We had a Rainbow Roll, Spicy Tuna, Philly Roll and Negihama roll and a pot of tea. The lady who helped us was friendly and prompt. The food came relatively quickly. We arrived when they opened and by the time we left they were almost full. We had a good time and will return. read more

Just went to sushi time for the first time since the pandemic so it's been a while. The updated decor is very nice and modern. I really liked it. Well thought out. The food is still very good. The lunch bento box is an amazingly good deal you get miso soup, a salad, your protein, huge serving of rice and a roll. Everything was just delightful. I do think they made a mistake and served me the pork instead of the spicy sesame chicken I ordered there was no sesame seeds in it and they used to make it with cut up chicken and this was more shredded and looked and tasted exactly like the golden pork barbecue with my husband got. It was still good, but just make sure you double check. The best part was is that each customer that gets the bento box gets five free Goyza with their lunch. Huge amount of food for lunch. We added an order of agidashi and we had enough food for another complete meal at dinner time. The staff are super friendly. The service is excellent. The food really really good. $16 for a lunch special and you get all that food with it. read more

Rude service can't even order without getting a insult!! Get better staff. OH YEAH also maybe don't put hair in my food. read more

Sushi Time - HAIR!!! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

Favorite sushi place in the Monterey Bay Area ! You have to get their spicy garlic edamame it's too good you'll lick the plate clean. Everything is fresh and the menu has a big variety to choose from. Service is nice parking is easy and restaurant set up is nice you'll have space to fit a big appetite so make sure you come hungry ! I always recommend sushi time read more

Wow - what a great lunch special! I had a bento box with salmon teriyaki and tuna roll. It included gyoza, rice, salad and miso soup. $16.95! Delicious perfectly prepared and service was friendly and fast! I'll be returning soon! read more

Sushi Time - Spicy tuna Tofu Teriyaki (D) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

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I've been here 3xs so far, there is a local Dr who really likes this spot! They open at 11:30, so I always get there a little before 11:30, so I can place the order right at 11:30, so I can make it to the Dr office by 12. I always get rolls here and this time I asked the waiter for suggestions-he gave me a handful of recommendations. I went with one of his, "The Hakuna Matata roll" and then one that sounded good to me, "The Hamachi Daisuki roll". But I wish I would have gone with both of his suggestions, since the one I picked I didn't really like! But the one he picked was great!! They always have the food ready for me by 12:50, which gives me just enough time to make it to the Dr office in time. read more

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I decided to try this place after passing it hundreds of times, and I'm sad to say I wish I kept on driving. I came to the restaurant around dusk for dinner service. There were a few open seats and was promptly seated by the folks rolling sushi. They do have high chairs for the kids and the bathroom was locked when I went back there, and they were gender-specific. I ordered the Agedashi Tofu and a Tiger Roll. The sauce that came with the tofu was underwhelming, but the tofu was nice, firm and crispy. The Tiger Roll wasn't the best. The rice had a mushy texture & consistency. For the price, I think I will return for other items. Price: $34 (w/20% tip) read more

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The place was really good. I like the overall taste of the food. The decor was great also. My only complaint was my food coming out about 10 minutes after everyone else. read more

I have gone to sushi time 3 times so far and it is so delicious and the staff is very kind and welcoming. I love the quiet atmosphere it feels so relaxing for a special date or any occasion really if you're craving sushi ! I definitely would come back here every time ! read more

Sushi Time is a MUST visit spot if you live near or are visiting Seaside!! The service is great and the food is top tier. Not only does it taste delicious, but the chef makes sure it all looks perfect. They've recently had some renovations and the space looks so nice and clean. I always make sure to visit every time I'm in Monterey. read more

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The food was fresh and delicious! The service could have been a bit better but I've had worse for sure. This little strip mall place was a great choice and will send others this way! To me when it comes to sushi it has to be about presentation and it sucks that things have gotten so expensive that you can't give a good presentation without charging even more. read more

First off, I have to say the Studio Ghibli decor in this establishment is fabulous! I also liked the spacing of the tables in here.. it didn't feel cramped. Second, the waiter was super nice and the service was very quick. Third, the miso soup and the salmon roll that i had was AMAZING!! I'll definitely be returning for more. However, I believe my chicken was undercooked. I was told it was because of the marmalade it sits in, but I've never seen such pink poultry. I was nervous to eat it, but I had a few bites.. I was too chicken to eat the rest..no pun intended.. Needless to say the chicken teriyaki had EXCELLENT flavor, I just wish it could have been cooked either more well done or make a marmalade less pink.. the color makes for unappetizing chicken. I will return though 100%. Their sushi rolls were way better than any other sushi shop I've been to from seaside to pacific grove. read more

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Tiny portion; ordered 4 rolls for three people including a toddler and we were not full. They were expensive and I had a stomach ache afterwards. read more

Always greeted immediately with friendly service. I have been coming here for a long time and the food is consistently yummy!

Wow, great little hidden gem in an unassuming strip mall next to a liquor store off of Fremont! I've lived in the Monterey area now for about 7 years and this may be the best sushi I've had here. High quality ingredients, well crafted sushi, great service and cool vibe! This will certainly be my new go-to sushi spot, do yourself a favor and check it out! If owners or management are reading I went on 4-29-25 at around 7:15pm Food: As the name implies, sushi is really the star of the show here but they do offer a wide variety of less common Japanese cuisine including Okonomiyaki, Takoyaki and Croquettes which can be a fun add on to any sushi order. Speaking of sushi, the susih is spectacular and they have an extensive sushi menu which can cater to anyones tastes. Various baked and deep fried options with about 2 additional pages of "Special" rolls, plus your more traditional maki rolls. We had the Alaskan and Honeymoon roll both of which were stellar, along with a few standard maki rolls which were delicious as well. I don't know how the sushi chefs managed to crank out all that sushi in such a short amount of time but everyone around us was getting their food quickly. The prices across the board are pretty reasonable for the area, but it certainly isn't cheap. Trust me when I say, you get what you pay for! Service: On the drive home I was describing to my wife how they provided the perfect service. Fast, efficient, no mistakes, the right amount of checking up on you and refilling drinks, with just a pinch of banter/humor. Bad restaurants have too little service, good resturants have too much service, great restaurants have just the perfect balance! As I mentioned earlier we arrived and within a few minutes the restaurant was completely packed and the two servers working did an amazing job of spinning all of those plates! At one point a shareable appetizer arrived (Okonomiyaki) and we didn't have small plates. The woman serving us noticed this and immediately went to get small plates without us saying a word. It seems simple but I can't tell you how many times I've needed to request small plates for shareable food. All in all, great service! Ambiance: The location is fairly small and unassuming but they are absolutely making the most of what they have. Neutral calming colors and the occassional color pop give the room a relaxed but modern feel and small free standing dividers separate the tables so you have some privacy while you eat. A smattering of radio hits from the last decade was the soundtrack played at a reasonable volume so that a conversation was still easy but made for some nice backround noise so you dont really hear your neighbors. I think in general they are probably catering to a younger crowd than your standard sushi restaurant but it is very approachable for all ages. read more

Sushi Time - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

There's nothing not to like about this place. Warm, friendly service, very Japanese decor, and a mind-blowing selection of sushi rolls. Pricing is average for a sushi place, and dining here is always a good time. read more

The service here is horrible. Don't come here they're a joke. Bad chicken only the sushi is good. But I don't recommend, go to wakatobi instead. read more

Top notch sushi. Not a big place, but big enough to have a nice feel to it. Everyone was so nice and friendly Then the food rolled out and looked so amazing. Our taste buds went right to their happy place and stayed there with every bite. A great find on our trip. read more

I believe the wait for both the food and seating was worth it after trying their amazing, mouthwatering platter. I enjoyed every bite and safe to say: it was very filling. One thing to note is that it gets very lively at night and the staff would be running around a lot. I enjoyed a lot of their music, it's giving 2010s throwback. I would definitely go again when it's not that busy. read more

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Always a good food experience, service can be hit or miss. Our server last time had an attitude the entire time from being busy, but the food always makes up for it. Maybe next time we will ask for a different section read more

There was no seafood in any of my food. It was a terrible experience for me to order from you twice in a row. The first time I didn't get my order, the second time the seafood udon had no meat at all except for vegetables and two small, stupid fish ball sheets? read more

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Dinner combo was $25 and included a bomb miso soup, rice, teriyaki, like 8 California rolls and a salad was included. I got gyoza as an appetizer and it was also really good! The server was so sweet too! Recommend!!! Amount and quality of the food was definitely worth the price. Ambiance of restaurant is so cute and there are bathrooms as well read more

Sushi Time - Dinner combo Beef Teriyaki (D) and Spicy Tuna Roll. Edamame. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

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Time for a update. Eight years ago I gave Sushi Time 3 stars. I've enjoyed eating there a few more times since this update. And I'll definitely stick right there. Good attentive service, fairly clean and the prices are fair. The interior is looking a bit old now. The food is isn't fantastic or high quality, it's not plated artistically or do they have a signature dish I know of. But they are good. Please, read my first review too get some backstory. What they do right is serve the hot things hot and cool things cool, nice. Last words...fresh real wasabi every time. read more

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Favorite Sushi spot in Seaside! I have been getting sushi here for a few years and they do not disappoint. Solid sushi, chill ambiance, and good service. If you're looking for sushi in Seaside, this is the spot. read more

Sushi Time - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

Worst service I've ever experienced. I placed a to-go order when the restaurant only had two tables with customers. A family of four walked in behind me. After taking my order, one of the waitresses seated the family. By the time I finally received my order--which was ONLY two sushi rolls--the family of four had already eaten, paid and left, and a second group of people ordered and got their food. When I eventually got up to ask what was causing the delay, the waitress just grabbed the bag that had been sitting on the counter for a while. I was so frustrated I didn't even bother asking for a manager. The second waitress kept trying to help and asked what I was waiting for, but the waitress handling my order kept brushing her off, saying she "had it." Never again. The food was okay, nothing special, but the customer service was the worst I've experienced. If the server hadn't been so rude, I might have returned--but after this, absolutely not. read more

Great little spot with plenty of choices. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Service was excellent, and got refills before we had to ask. read more

Sushi Time - Gyoza and tempura veggies - Sushi Bars Near Me - Seaside, California

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Sushi is good. Maybe just don't order it to go. I've had 2 issues. One was a missing role. Ok, it happens, I guess. Didn't realize it until I got home and then wasn't worth it to drive back to get it. Then I ordered to go again. Confirmation said it'd be ready in 30 min. Cool. I go in to pick it up and ask to add on a miso soup. The cashier tried to give me the wrong change. This was my error. I asked for the correct change. Should have just let her keep the extra dollar. Because I calmly and politely asked for the dollar, I got to lose 15 min of my life that I'll never get back. I proceeded to watch every. Single. Other. Person walk in and get their orders. Finally, after about 10 min, another server came and asked if I'd been helped. When she found out I was waiting for my order, she went to the sushi chefs and. 5 min later, I left with my order, 45 min after I'd ordered it. If I'd have known, I would've just let her keep the stupid dollar. Now, sadly, I think I've lost my go-to take out sushi place. read more

What we ordered: Takoyaki- my husband was so excited to see this on the menu because we always see videos of how this is made. Takoyaki is a deep fried, ball shaped cake. It was filled with minced octopus and tempura, topped with bonito flakes and a sauce. If I had to compare it to something I'd say it tasted like a croquette filled with octopus. Overall, I'd give it a 3/5. Didn't love it, didn't hate it. Garlic-Holic Roll- this roll was absolutely delicious. It was filled with shrimp tempura and avocado; topped with albacore, eel, escolar, fried onion, green onion, masago, and garlic sauce. Only complaint is this roll did not taste like garlic, at all. I'd give this roll a 4/5 Fire Fire Roll- full disclaimer, I do not read the menu entirely before ordering this roll and was shocked to say the least when it came out in flames. Straight 5/5 presentation!!!! The roll was filled with shrimp tempura, spicy crabmeat, avocado and cream cheese; topped with salmon and furikake. The taste was delicious, but it was difficult to finish. I found myself wanting either a crunchy texture or something cold added to the baked roll. Overall, I'd give this roll a 4/5 The service was welcoming and sat up promptly. The price point is fair; $43 before tip. The menu here seems endless and certainly has a little something for everyone. Inside there seems to be plenty of seating for a variety of group sizes. The decor was cute and tasteful. The bathroom was clean and fully stocked. The location is situated in a small strip mall with a handful of other businesses. Parking was fine for us but I could see it being sparse depending on the time of day. I'd certainly recommend this sushi restaurant and would come back to try more of their offerings. read more

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