Was in town for a wedding and decided to give this place a try…read more If I could give more stars I would. Delicious! I've never had a Spam tempura and now that's all I want from now on! The bar area was cute and TV's playing sports games. We were seated quick, our food came just as quick and left with full happy bellies. Will comeback when craving a Spam Musubi and in the area!

Went here for date night last week- it has a lot more seating inside than I had expected!…read more Good service- 5/5 The ambience - 3.5/5 - the ambience wasn't my favorite, maybe it's a little better in their main restaurant area but we were seated to the left when you walk in and while there are a few booths in that area it was mostly outdoor chairs and tables and sort of odd lighting. Just very very casual and not totally comfortable. Food- 3.4/4 out of 5 - I got the Luau plate and LOVED the chicken!! Everyone else was right- that chicken thigh deserves its own plate. I also really enjoyed the coconut pudding/jello thing that came with it and the sausage link. The pulled pork was just okay, not very well seasoned but not bad. The side of "dressed greens" was just some lettuce without dressing on it, and I thought the macaroni salad was fine. The last thing that really disappointed me were the sautéed veggies :/ they were just soo oily and had no seasoning to them at all. I didn't eat any of them or the un-dressed 'salad'. My husband got the chicken katsu plate, he said the chicken katsu was fine but the fries on the side were cold and not crispy, they were kind of chalky in the mouth and didn't taste fresh. Some parts were definitely a 3/5 but my chicken thigh was so good and the portions are *huge* so I feel like they deserve a 4/5? All in all, I think I'd come back if I wanted to go out with someone but save some money and we'd split one of the plates (the portions really are huge).

The line can get long but you're only waiting to place an order. It doesn't take that long to get…read moreyour food. It's not hard to find street parking either. This place is a little pricey but it's worth it. You get a lot of avocado and ginger. I love the original flavor. It makes the rice taste so good. I wish they gave more salmon but I'm still satisfied.

I was in the area and had been wanting to try Kawamata Seafood for a while since I'd heard so many…read moregood things about it. There is some outdoor seating available but it's definitely more of a grab-and-go spot. Parking on the other hand was a bit challenging. The atmosphere was casual and relaxed. The service was friendly and quick, which I appreciated. We ordered two bowls with salmon and tuna. 1 had the OG sauce and the other had the OG sauce mixed with wasabi. The OG was a little bland for my taste but it was still enjoyable. The wasabi mixed with the OG was definitely more flavorful. Given all the hype I was expecting a bit more flavor overall. The fish itself was fresh and good quality with no fishy aftertaste. The rice, however, was a little dry. The portions were also smaller than I expected for the price and the extra charges for toppings can add up pretty quickly. Overall, it was a decent spot to try if you're in the area but I personally wouldn't go out of my way to visit again. Good quality fish but it didn't quite live up to the hype based on my experience.

Awesome seafood spot near the beach!…read more Fish and Chips again, who would have thought? Light and crispy, but this place uses the same batter on their fries, what a gamechanger! More surface area = more crunchy fish/fries! The line was super long, usually a good sign. Nice beach vibes, I'll definitely be back!

This place has great food but the service every time is basically non existent. We went for lunch…read moreand there was a large line that really didn't move quickly at all. The server/person at the register was in no rush to take an order. Someone sat at the bar area and she immediately went to take their order even though there was at least 20 people in line and we were at the register just waiting as she got these people their drinks. I think this place needs more staff at both of their locations. The attitude is lackadaisical and the person at the register at both locations often seems as though they are overwhelmed and upset that people are even there to order. Get more help!

The service here is very fast and kind. Cracked a few jokes…read morewith us and was super helpful. We shared a couple of things and everything was so fresh and flavorful! The ambiance was so welcoming we were going to take it to go and decided to stay because it was so cute and everyone was so nice. Richard and Jesus are are solid team :) overall had a very good experience:)

After visiting some L&L's while in Hawaii, I was excited they were opening in San Clemente…read more When I arrived, the place is all shiny and new, so very clean. Nice little dining area with various tables. I had to take a moment to read the menu before I decided. The counter clerk was very nice and patient as I figured out what I wanted. The experience with him was 4.5 stars, as the 2 stars shown is purely about the food. I ended up ordering a curry chicken katsu bowl with the curry on the side and then a side of the gravy so I could try both. I went and filled up my ridiculously expensive diet coke and found a seat. The cost was $4.50 for a large (?) diet coke. $4.50! Four dollar bills and two quarters! Don't believe me? Check out the receipt picture. That was half the cost of the food. For Diet Coke! OK, enough... The wait was not too long before my name was called. The bowl was pretty small, but they had other options that would certainly get you more food, but this size was good for me at this point. Key points: Chicken Katsu - very thin, so tasted mostly like crunchy batter Curry Sauce - one of my favorite sauces in the world, and this one had zero, none, zilch taste. I was thinking I had covid, since it just tasted like thick water. I tried some soy sauce to prove I could taste and my taster was working OK. Gravy - hard to believe, but this one may have had less taste, or equally no taste. Again, I thought of thick water. Ponzu Sauce or similar - had taste and ended up being my main source of flavor Steam Vegetables - poor guys, they were steamed to oblivion and the taste with them, softly melted in my mouth (and that's not a compliment) Rice - decent, rice cooker rice. I spruced it up with soy and sriracha My fantasy of having some OK Hawaiian food was dashed. Look, it's fast food Hawaiian and even in HI it does not compare to good, hometown spots with GREAT food but it's OK for a quick bite when touring around the Islands. This version did not compare to what I had experienced in Hawaii. I sometimes go back to check consistency and will do the same here. They are still relatively new, so some slack and another visit to check my review score is the right thing to do. Hand Loose. Try in the future. Wish Them Luck!

Got the tomo fries. Insane amount of fries. Jonathan was very friendly and helped offer to adjust…read morethe spiciness of the seasonings as we wanted something on the lower spice level. He saw that we were attending our baby daughter and brought out the fries and napkins to our table. Thanks Jonathan!

There was nothing positive to report on my first visit. Walked in, order taker was busy in…read moreconversation with someone they apparently knew and didn't bother acknowledging us. Cook came over after a couple minutes to try and start out order. Ordered two bowls and two orders of dumplings which came out to about $50. 6 pot stickers for $12?? The food was basic and not good. The restroom was a war zone. First and last time going here you have been warned. Can't see what takes its place in a month or two.

Awesome sushi and udon at this Amazing place in downtown…read moreSan Clemente. We have a couple of rolls, tempura and a bowl of udon and Sapporo ichiban. All great. Friendly owner. Great ambiane. Dog friendly. We e joyed our Saturday night in the nice ambience. Prices are super reasonable.

Small place off the main down street but good service…read more Ordered some Udon noodles & caterpillar roll. The Baja roll was our favorite! They also have tasty appetizers & listed curry on the menu. I would recommend the this place for your sushi cravings.

First time here and Brandon at the front immediately set the tone for the whole experience. He was…read morewelcoming, knowledgeable, and confidently guided me toward what he felt were the must-try items -- and he absolutely nailed it. I went with the teriyaki ribs, which came out tender, flavorful, and perfectly glazed with that balance of sweet and savory you hope for but don't always get. On his recommendation, I upgraded to the kimchi fried rice, and that was the real game changer. The depth of flavor, the slight heat from the kimchi, and the overall richness elevated the entire meal. It wasn't just a side -- it was a centerpiece. Service was attentive without being overbearing, and the food came out on point. You can tell they take pride in what they're serving. I'm all the way here from Texas for training, and this spot left such an impression that it's already on my list to return before I leave -- and again anytime I'm back in town. Highly recommend if you appreciate great flavor, solid recommendations, and a spot that delivers on the experience.

How does this place only have 47 reviews?! Like if you haven't made your way over here.. please…read morestop reading this and make your way over there. Thomas, one of the managers was literally thee kindest to our family, we were there close to when they opened so fortunate enough to have the place to ourselves before the lunch rush came. I love love that they have a binder with pictures of the food and a drive through?! There's plenty of seating inside and out so no excuse to not enjoy your meal but easy for a grab and go to the beach too. We loved how colorful the decor was and it really felt like home away from home. We love Hawaiian food so much so when we saw a video on IG saying they sell whole fish here I was like where?! It was incredibly tasty, crispy and with some lemon and soy/gArlic flavored rice it just hit the spot. My kids devoured the chicken katsu and pineapple burger, portions were HUGE, we had plenty leftover to munch on later. We can't wait to return and see what other items we can try. Thank you for making us feel so welcomed

First time at Shootz. Everything looked good and didn't…read moreknow what to start with first. Vicky's recommendation was SPOT on ! Food was amazingly delicious. The Kimchi Butter was awesome and Service was exceptional. Definitely coming back

Mixed plate was AMAZING . Even better than my first visit. Shootz is quickly becoming my favorite…read morelocal lunch spot, with yummy options and quick service.

I love Nalus. After the one nearby closed, I found this one to be the closest to my area…read more Low and behold, the same nice guy that spent years at the Aliso one is now here! He's super nice. My usual is the seared ahi plate, which comes with rice, mac-salad and cabbage slaw. It's super filling and always fresh. Let's keep this place open for a long time for all of us to enjoy.

When my wife and I first moved to California, this was the first restaurant we tried because we had…read moreboth lived on the East Coast for many years and I lived in Hawaii before that. This place tasted like home. It was almost a shock seeing actual Hawaiian plate lunch fare, and I nearly shed tears tasting real Kalua Pork and Mac salad again for the first time in many years. This place can get quite busy during lunch rush but the service is reasonably fast. Ambiance-wise it's about the size of a large café so there's a fair number of seats, but not a lot.

I wish I could give this restaurant more than 5 stars because it was truly a great experience. The…read morerestaurant is based on a Hawaiian/ filipino fusion and everything down to their classic dishes has a flare to it. My favorite part of the dishes had to be the garlic fried rice- it was perfectly crispy, the flavor was on point and not too salty + the rice was cooked just right. I love a savory breakfast and Breezy delivered with the Longganisa breakfast bowl. I would definitely add the vinegar although I normally don't add it to my breakfast it adds a nice tangy touch. They do get very busy and don't take reservations so I would recommend you get there early or put your name down + occupy a few hours because it can take a while to get a table. They do have to go coffee which is nice if you are looking for a quick latte + pastry. There is very limited seating, only two bathrooms so the line can get pretty long and sometimes the bar seating is assigned not first come first serve. My friends and I loved this place so much we went back the next day prior to our road trip!

Ambiance and aesthetic are lovely. There was a bit of a wait especially since we had a large…read moregroup. After about 30 min we asked the hostess if we were able to let us order coffee while we waited for our table, the answer was yes, absolutely. Baristas never gave us a look of acknowledgment that we were waiting at the register to order (for about 6-7 min), we ended up getting a text for our table before she even looked up at us. The coffees were ok. Not strong, barely a coffee taste, light flavor from toppings. Seemed watered down. We ordered Cali lattes, BBL, coco niu. My niece enjoyed her matcha though, said it was good tho could have had more of a matcha taste. There was variety in menu so we expected them to be pretty good. It's not a coffee shop, so no big deal but I would have probably been better off getting a regular drip coffee. Food was ok. Ribeye bowl was probably the best ribeye was perfectly seasoned, very flavorful. The Filipino inspired dishes were ok, not very authentic and served with spinach... didn't quite go with the adobo bowl in my opinion. Longanisa was standard, garlic rice ok. All the sweet dishes were good - ube French toast and one pancakes. I think the American style items and sweets are safe, but the Filipino/hawaiian/islander inspired dishes were a bit weak. I was really excited for this place, but it didn't quite hit the mark for me.