I came here for lunch with a friend after hearing that their fish and ingredients were incredibly fresh, and wow--they completely exceeded my expectations. I've been to a lot of sushi restaurants over the years, and this place easily ranks in my Top 3. Every piece was exceptionally fresh, beautifully prepared, and absolutely delicious. I have to admit, I'm usually not a fan of tuna. But the moment I tasted the tuna here, I thought, "Have I been eating fake tuna all my life?" It was that good--clean, rich, buttery, and unlike anything I've had before. Another pleasant surprise was the California roll. I've eaten countless California rolls, but this was the first time I had one made with real crab instead of imitation crab. The difference was incredible, and I was genuinely impressed. The restaurant itself is stunning. The interior design is elegant and thoughtfully done. What I initially thought was wallpaper turned out to be artwork by a renowned art director, which made me appreciate the space even more. And the fish-shaped light fixtures hanging from the ceiling are absolutely beautiful. Finding a truly outstanding sushi restaurant that I can keep coming back to is rare, and I'm so happy I found this place. This is the kind of sushi spot that turns first-time visitors into regulars. Highly recommended! read more

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Such an amazing place for high quality sushi. This was my second time visiting here, but def worth visiting here all the way from SD! The service is also so great! The owner is also amazing. Her recs on what to get as a group of 5 worked out great! read more

Taberu Sushi - Salmon sashimi - Japanese Near Me - Santa Ana, California

Came here for a roll and it was so delicious!! High quality sushi and great ambiance as well. The service here is also great

Came for dinner and loved everything we got! So impressed by the snow crab rolls which are a California roll but with real snow crab instead of imitation crab! - 7 piece sushi: fish was fresh and each piece was pretty big! Especially impressed by the size of the tuna and salmon pieces - Salmon on top of snow crab roll: forgot to take a photo of this but the salmon sashimi on top was a big piece over the snow crab California roll with truffle oil - Shrimp tempura roll: fresh shrimp tempura on top of the snow crab California roll - S&T roll: surf n turf roll with a slice of Wagyu on top and lobster roll inside. I couldnt really taste the lobster inside but the wagyu beef on top was really good! - Birthday dessert: we forgot to tell the server it was our friends bday but he overheard us say happy birthday to her and brought out this Japanese cheesecake at the end which we really appreciated! It was so good and had so much flavor and was pretty dense despite it being so small. We were able to share it between 4 people. Will definitely be back! I really enjoyed the snow crab rolls, even more than the nigiri which I usually prefer over rolls! read more

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Lunch at Taberu Sushi turned out to be a genuinely great experience. The moment we sat down, the staff made sure we felt taken care of -- attentive, friendly, and clearly committed to giving us a smooth dining experience. The highlight was definitely the salmon rolls. They were incredibly fresh, with that clean, buttery flavor you only get when the fish is top quality. Each bite was balanced, delicious, and honestly better than what you find at most casual sushi spots. Service stayed consistently great throughout the meal. Drinks were refilled quickly, plates cleared without interrupting, and the team checked in just enough to make sure everything was perfect without hovering. Overall, Taberu delivers fresh sushi, warm hospitality, and a lunch experience that feels both relaxed and memorable. It's the kind of spot you leave already planning your next visit. Miguel C. read more

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I LOVE this place and can't believe it took me this long to try it! My friend and I ordered the Taberu Lunch Course (basically a mini omakase), and every course was thoughtfully prepared. The course included a chawanmushi with shiitake mushroom and shrimp, followed by 7 pieces of seasonal wild-caught fish. My favorite part was the mini kaisendon with Kumamoto oyster with caviar, sweet amaebi with creamy Bara uni, and toro that completely melted in my mouth. The yuzu mochi at the end was perfect -- not too sweet and had a nice chew to it. We also ordered the spicy garlic soy edamame, mizu tako aburi, and spicy tuna crispy rice. The crispy rice was a standout -- crunchy, flavorful, and topped with spicy tuna, eel sauce, and serrano. Delicious! Service was on point. Andrew, the team leader, was super friendly and knowledgeable, and his recommendation of the yuzu sakari highball ended up being my favorite drink of the night. Slightly sweet, citrusy, and dangerously easy to drink. The owner Lynn, chef Sam, chef Sylvia, and chef Joon were incredibly kind and welcoming, and you can really tell how much care goes into the food here. The restaurant also has a quiet, intimate ambiance that made my experience feel even more relaxing. I love that the fish selection changes with the seasons, making it even more unique. This place just earned a permanent spot in my rotation. read more

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簡單是如此的快樂，只可惜對很多人而言，快樂卻不是那麼的簡單～ 這是不曉得要吃啥，後來決定來探探的日本料理店，yelp 上看起來review 星星4.8 顆 ，3 百多個review , sushi 看起來也很吸引人，跟愛吃的好友 中午過來嚐嚐，點了 烤干貝， yellowtail , 跟兩個sushi special, 先說,他們的服務很好，小姐細心，還把我們其中的一個miso 湯upgrade 到 有蝦子鮮味的miso, 前菜部分朋友覺得干貝的醬汁有點酸，我覺得超棒的，yellowtail 醬料配的很棒，他的8 片 sushi , 我覺得普普，最好吃的應該是那個 cherry Salmon 來這才知道 是北歐來的Salmon顏色較深，真的比較好吃，我的9 piece 就棒很多， 只可惜沒有Uni, 不過所有的魚都很新鮮，店在 Santa Ana, 在附近的， 不知道要吃啥的， 可以來探探店！ read more

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I've bookmarked this place for a long time bc of all the good reviews. Finally got to visit during lunch today with hubby since we were in the area. I was surprised at how dead the place was on a Sunday. There was only one other table asides from us that were dining there the entire time. The interior of the place was modern & elegant with artistic fish drawings & the fish light fixture was beautiful. The service was very polite & attentive. We both ordered the sushi set which included miso soup, salad, & chef's choice of 7 pieces of nigiri. The miso soup was on point but salad was meh. The quality of the fish was fresh & the rice to fish ratio was perfect. Their menu is extensive & they also serve their specials on the board which I'm interested in trying next time. read more

Taberu Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Santa Ana, California

New favorite omakase meal in OC! For lunch, you can pick the Taberu Lunch Course ($85) which is smaller portion of omakase dishes or the Omakase ($170) with 16 items of chefs choice plus either snow crab porridge or chawanmushi. We picked the $170 Omakase and it was an incredible culinary experience. To start, I would recommend the chawanmushi over the porridge because the porridge seemed slightly under-seasoned. The omakase included dishes like steamed abalone, Kumamoto oyster, Santa Barbara Uni, and many seasonal fish like the Japanese halfbeak (sayori). The dishes were nicely paced and beautifully presented. The mix of sashimi, nigiri sushi, and small cooked dishes was great. Dessert was poached pear, yum. Everyday, the omakase will vary slightly, depending on the fish brought in by vendors. Can't wait to try it again! read more

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​I had an incredible dining experience here, and it was largely thanks to the manager, Andrew Kim. From the moment we sat down, his service was absolutely amazing. ​Andrew went above and beyond by taking the time to explain everything about the different fish they had on deck, including where they were sourced and what made them unique. He also gave us an excellent, detailed breakdown of the sake menu, helping us find the perfect pairing for our meal. ​It is rare to find that level of knowledge, passion, and genuine hospitality. The sushi was phenomenal, but Andrew's top-tier service truly elevated the whole evening. We will definitely be back! read more

Taberu Sushi - Amazing sushi - Japanese Near Me - Santa Ana, California

This place was amazing !!!! First time here and Andrew Kim made it a whole experience. He walked us through every menu item and sake drinks we had. He was aware of his surroundings and his restaurant as a whole we were very impressed with the high service level and will def come back again! Thank you Andrew for being so kind and informative! read more

Taberu Sushi - Amazing !! - Japanese Near Me - Santa Ana, California

Wasn't my favorite sushi place. I did order take out so that may have been why. It was good but not for the price. read more

Taberu Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Santa Ana, California

Sooo good! Super fresh and high quality ingredients. They had lots of different types of fish we never had before - fresh from Japan! Our server, Andrew, was so sweet, helpful, and knowledgeable with great recs. Def worth it if you like sushi. read more

Taberu Sushi - Food - Japanese Near Me - Santa Ana, California

Had the 16-piece sashimi platter and was really impressed. The fish was fresh, high quality, and beautifully presented. Each piece had a clean taste and good texture, and you could tell care was taken with both the selection and preparation. The variety was great, with each fish offering something a little different. The service was attentive and the atmosphere was comfortable without feeling pretentious. Overall, a great spot for anyone who appreciates quality sashimi. I'll definitely be back to try more of the menu. read more

Taberu Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Santa Ana, California

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What u ordered | chirashi don | crab tempura roll Taste | the crab tempura roll was good and creamy. The sashimi portion was good for the chirashi don. The blue fin and salmon were my favorites for the fish. Service | workers were nice Parking | plaza Notes| ordered takeout and had some outdoor seating in the plaza as the restaurant didn't have outdoor seating read more

Taberu Sushi - Chirashi don - Japanese Near Me - Santa Ana, California

Came here for a date night and got the omakase course for $170 pp. It's a 16 item course with fish availability varying by season. The fish was super fresh and didn't taste fishy at all. Service was very friendly and attentive. Everyone took the time to explain each course carefully. Would recommend to anyone looking for a chill sushi spot! It's not too loud, so you don't have to struggle when talking with your partner. read more

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I ordered the toro donburi and WOW!! It was so mouthwateringly delicious. I didn't finish it and had some leftovers for the next day, and it was STILL good! We also ordered the double hamachi roll which I don't recommend. It was rather plain. The interior of the restaurant is very cute and aesthetic. The service was excellent. I'd love to come back and try their other dishes. read more

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We ordered a sashimi set, an appetizer, and a roll set to share between two people, and it ended up being the perfect amount of food. The service was excellent from start to finish. They consistently checked in on us without being intrusive, and when they noticed we were sharing, they kindly brought us a complimentary soup since the set only came with one. Such a thoughtful gesture that really elevated the experience. The set included a special miso soup that was packed with flavor yet still light and comforting. It had depth without being too salty, which made it incredibly satisfying. The sashimi set was the true standout. Every slice was incredibly fresh -- you could immediately tell by the clean taste and buttery, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Each fish had its own distinct flavor profile, from rich and silky to light and subtly sweet. The cuts were thick, glossy, and beautifully plated. You can really taste the quality and freshness in every single bite. I also ordered a sake set, which paired so well with the sashimi. The smoothness of the sake complemented the freshness of the fish perfectly and made the whole meal feel even more elevated. Overall, such a great experience. Fresh fish, thoughtful service, and a meal that felt both satisfying and refined. Definitely looking forward to coming back! read more

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- went for a valentines dinner and opted for the regular menu items so we could pick and choose what we wanted to eat! - the interior was gorgeous including all the cutlery! - service was lovely, accommodating, and each dish was explained to us well - I recommend reserving a spot ahead, this place gets popular! - we loved everything here! Our favorites were the jalapeño yellowtail appetizer, s & t roll, cherry salmon and toro sashimi - everything was melt-in-your-mouth tender and expertly paired with its seasonings and sauces read more

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If you're looking for an easy and quiet lunchtime, date or business meeting, this is the thought for you. Staff was very accommodating, and thoughtful in what they talked to us about when we had questions about the menu. The menu itself was extensive enough, but was not overwhelming, which can be the case with some Tsui restaurants. Great selection of sushi, and nice recommendations. Would absolutely come back, and try more of their menu options. read more

Stopped by for dinner tonight and had a lovely time. This place is located next to Mother's, so there's lots of parking nearby. The restaurant is newer and is very bright with plenty of seating. You can also make reservations on Yelp which is a huge plus. Service was excellent, everyone was so nice and attentive. For food, we ordered the Yellowtail w/ Jalapeños, Crispy Rice w/ Spicy Tuna, Salmon/Toro/Yellowtail Sushi, and the Shrimp Tempura Roll. All of the fish was very fresh and of great quality, so rest assured that no matter what you order, you can expect it to be quality. All of the dishes were good, but my only issue was that the shrimp tempura roll wasn't really a roll, but rather shrimp tempura on top of a crab roll. While the shrimp tasted great and was well prepared, I wouldn't order that dish again. Regardless, everything else was delicious. I'm really happy to have this place close by and would definitely recommend checking it out. I plan to come back and try some of their other dishes soon. read more

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I came here for dinner last night and the fish quality was top tier. Dining areas were clean, servers were attentive and food was paced accordingly - not too slow or too fast. read more

We made reservations for a Saturday night dinner and glad to arrive with our table waiting. The space had nice decor and interesting wall paper. Their menu had quite the variety and was somewhat confused as i was trying to figure out what was their speciality. I've never seen Bulgogi listed along with sashimi. I had the 9 piece sashimi and it was ok. We also had a few their sushi rolls and i was more impressed. We also had their udon which was decent. We enjoyed the ambiance and service. The options were good and would go back but not for higher end nigiri. read more

Absolutely amazing from start to finish. The service was fantastic, very warm, knowledgeable, and attentive. I have been on the hunt for my new favorite sushi spot, and this may be it. It was one of the few sushi spots I found to be open on a Monday.The food and drinks were amazing. DRINKS I tried the sake flight, which was a fun and unique taster that I haven't had at another sushi restaurant which included 3 tasters: Suigei Junmai, Dassai 45 Junmai Daiginjo, Gozenshu 1859 Junmai Daiginjo. They have a premium option as well. APPETIZERS Baked jumbo Scallop 4pcs (5/5) This was a fun and creative dish that came out with cheese/sauce boiling in the shell, beware the plate is hot. The scallops had Volcano Mayo Sauce, Tobiko, Scallion. The dish was delicious, but the presentation was even better. Seaweed salad (4/5) This was another very unique dish which not only came with the typical green seaweed salad, but black kelp. This black kelp was very unique and I have never had it before, I wasn't a huge fan of the taste or texture, but my husband enjoyed it. Both were very fresh. Salmon crudo (5/5) A very simple dish of salmon, sauce, capers. This was a light and flavorful appetizer with fresh fish. SUSHI ROLLS Double Hamachi (5/5) This signature roll included: Spicy Yellow Tail, Cucumber Topped with Yellow Tail, Onion Ponzu, Serrano. The yellowtail was fresh, and the balance of the roll was perfect. The serrano just gave it a small bit of spiciness. Double Salmon (5/5) Another top seller here which was also fresh and well balanced, if you like salmon that is. It included Spicy Salmon, Cucumber Topped with Salmon, Truffle Aioli, Tobiko, Chives. Wagyu piece (5/5) This individual wagyu beef roll was very simple with just a thin slice of beef on rice, but it was perfection. The beef melted in my mouth. I have definitely been to sushi restaurants where the wagyu was served tough and overcooked, but was cooked perfectly here. A little pricy for one piece, but definitely worth it to try. Everything was amazing here and we can't wait to come back! read more

Taberu Sushi - Kelp and seaweed salad - Japanese Near Me - Santa Ana, California

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My husband won a gift card to this restaurant so we decided to give it a try last night. The service was amazing, Andrew was great. The food was delicious, very fresh. We were very impressed and we will definitely come back. The ambience was also very nice. read more

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Tried this place for the first time and thought it was absolutely delicious. The service provided by our server was exceptional, her recommendations we on point. She made sure to not repeat fish with what we were ordering. We went close to closing but the ambiance was nice and quite. The location was nice and very clean. Bathrooms clean and large. I will be returning. They started us with miso soup then our order included. Double salmon roll (very fresh) Crispy rice with spicy tuner ( crispy rice perfect amount and spicy tuna fresh as well) Yellow tail jalapeño nice light and fresh Mixed tempura batter was light and flavorful not greesy. Garlic soy edamame with spice spice and garlic were the perfect amount not over bearing. Great place to give a try read more

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This is my new favorite sushi spot! We have been on a sushi trend recently, trying to find some great options (our previous place in Tustin closed down). We have been to several in past few weeks and this one stood out by far. Food was amazing. High quality. Loved the cherry salmon. The signature rolls were complex and delectable. We tried a little of everything--sake flight, signature rolls, A5 wagyu, seaweed & kelp salad, and enjoyed the gratis miso soup. Everything was really good, but the rolls were on a whole new level. Service was good as well with polite and knowledgeable staff. They were quick to attend to us. The ambience and inside were nice; great place for a date or in a group. I think the only thing I wish, was that they had a happy hour. We will be back soon! read more

Taberu Sushi - Miso soup - Japanese Near Me - Santa Ana, California

I came here for dinner with reservations. I ordered the yellow tail jalapeno, 7pc sushi set and the 15 pc sashimi plate to share. The fish is good, it was fresh and the pieces were big. I enjoyed the sushi set better than the sashimi set. The sashimi set has big slices of fish which was worth it for the price. Service was good, server checked up on us often. I would recommend getting the sushi set if you want to try each fish individually and the sashimi set to share for bigger party. They also offer omakase and rolls too. I would recommend this spot if you are craving sushi! read more

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Tried some interesting fish sushi here including hobo fish but some were very blend, not unique tasting and textute, and some were not available. Uni with caviar was also okay. Rice was undercooked. Got amaebi miso soup but it didnt have shrimp head or anything. Just flavor lol. Agedashi Eggplant and oreo cheesecake were good. Service was attentive as we were the only customers. read more

This is the best sushi restaurant in North OC. Was looking for a new sushi place to go to and found this restaurant on google. When I first walked in, I was very impressed with the ambiance. There are textured, painted humpback whales on side of the wall. So beautiful. The service was stellar. Our waitress gave excellent recommendations on what sashimi to order. The favorite item ordered was the tuna tartare with truffle. All the sushi was delicious. Literally every single piece. This sushi is a little pricier, but well worth it. Literally the best new find. Great place to go with friends and enjoy some good times. read more

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This is the best hidden gem for fresh and authentic sashimi and sushi in the oc. Ordered the lunch sushi set, black cod sushi, tuna & salmon on top sushi roll, and double hamachi roll. Super generous cuts of fresh fish to rice ratio, just absolutely delicious. Service was so friendly and kind, treated us to a birthday dessert. Standouts: black cod sushi (my god so good), tuna & salmon on top roll (ponzu is a great touch), and sushi lunch set (freshest tuna, salmon, and yellowtail) Cant wait to come back! read more

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Definitely one of the prettiest sushi restaurants I've been to, from the vibrant wood and wall murals, to the box presentation of the meals. Wish I took photos. My server was polite and attentive. Bit awkward too while taking away my finished plates lol don't worry brother you're doing great. The 9 piece sushi set ($60) with a salad and soup was as good sushi could be. My favorites included the tuna and salmon, which sounds like the common choice but they was actually so soft, almost like otoro. I very much appreciate the gargantuan SIZE of the fish pieces that the chef portioned out for me. Justifies the price for sure. Hope to be back soon for dinner read more

We ordered the omakase for dinner and it definitely didn't disappoint. We thought that each item had its own unique taste that complimented each other. You can really taste the difference of flavors in each fish. The service was amazing and it felt like each of the servers made the experience memorable. The ambiance was bright and the design on the walls were all painted in! Resembling a beautiful tattoo almost. I would definitely recommend trying this place out! read more

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Absolute favorite sushi restaurant! Everything is incredibly fresh and beautifully plated. The food and service are consistently exceptional, and I love the gorgeous ambiance and decor. Highly recommend! read more

The food is excellent - fresh, good quality fish. Wonderful service as well. Our son expressed interest in watching the chef make sushi and staff went above and beyond to give him a fun experience. This is our third time there and we will continue to come back whenever we are in town. read more

This place is amazing! The fish quality is incredible and the variety is even better. I don't see firefly squid on the menu often. The service is really good and super friendly. Our waitress talked me into 9 piece chefs special instead of ordering individually and it was phenomenal. I can't say how in love I am with ambience. The aesthetic is so visually stunning, I love everything about it. I can't wait to go back ! read more

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Andrew and Mimi were kind, friendly, and made great recommendations. We were celebrating our in-laws marriage and they gave us a complimentary tuna tartare dish which was delicious! The quality of fish was just as good if not better than some of the fish I had in Japan. 11/10 recommend! read more

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I came here for dinner and everything was great! The 9 piece sushi set is perfect for one serving. The service is warm and the location is unassuming, I would definitely return! read more

Taberu Sushi - 9 piece sushi set - Japanese Near Me - Santa Ana, California

Great new addition for sushi in the area! It used to be a poke place a while back, and I'm so glad now it has turned into one of my go-to places for fresh and delicious sushi! I am very picky with my sushi and sashimi and Taberu checks all the boxes for me in terms of qualify and freshness of the fish. First of all, service is great and the chef is awesome! They really re-decorated this place well and there are tons of huge wall arts inside. They offer a delicious grilled menu, as well as sushi and sashimi. We got a premium chirashi bowl, the cherry salmon grilled plate, and baked scallop rolls. Everything was delicious and I was very surprised by how yummy and flavorful the grilled cherry salmon was! I don't think I have ever had cherry salmon. Their rice here for both sushi and plates seems to be brown rice and it is just so good. Baked scallops was good too but the winner for me was the premium chirashi bowl. It comes in two tier style, like at Kaori in Fullerton, with rice at the bottom and sashimi on top. And, their sashimi cut is big and thick and so fresh! I highly recommend this place! I know I will definitely be back many times to have the chirashi again and try other items! read more

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First time here and I was impressed by the large selection of premium fish from Japan that are not usually available at most sushi restaurants. The chirashi bowl was a double decker with the seasoned rice on the bottom tier. The Edo set was amazing and all the fish were delicious. The hand rolls had great ingredients. Hard to keep the seaweed crispy but otherwise everything was spot on. Double tuna roll was excellent! We will be back. read more

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