Best Omakase Sushi In Orange County
"Omakase" means to "entrust" or in the case of omakase sushi, "Trust the chef." There is no need to look at the menu because your chef will prepare fresh sushi dishes for you, from their daily specials to off-menu items. Omakase is perfect for sushi lovers who are more adventurous and want to try new things. Chefs will continue to offer you food until you tell them to stop. Dining omakase-style can get a bit pricey but all of these places are definitely worth the expense for their freshness, quality and service.
Sushi Noguchi
18507 Yorba Linda Blvd
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
(714) 777-6789
www.sushinoguchi.com
Owned by Chef Hiro-san and his wife Jun, this hidden gem in Yorba Linda seems out of the way. However, his ankimo (monk fish liver), king crab leg sushi and fresh scallop with uni dishes are extremely fresh and worth the trek to their restaurant.
Oshima
1956 N Tustin St
Orange, CA 92865
(714) 998-0098
Tucked away in a small and quiet plaza, Oshima sticks to fresh basics and simple sushi. Their omakase prices for lunch are affordable, making Oshima a very popular spot. They have an uni pasta on the menu that is hearty and delicious.
Ikko
735 Baker St., Ste C
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Ikko can be easily missed if you don't pay attention. Their space is very small but always packed so be sure to make reservations. They have a very diverse omakase dinner which incorporates hot dishes as well. If you're lucky you may get to try their wagyu beef sushi.
Shunka
369 E 17th St., Ste 17
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 631-9854
This Japanese restaurant is new to the omakase sushi options list in Orange County but the chefs are seasoned experts. Another great choice for fresh sushi and sashimi meals in Costa Mesa.
Sushi Murasaki
2901 W MacArthur Blvd, Ste 108
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 241-1000
www.sushi-murasaki.com
Sushi Murasaki has a very diverse omakase menu, from hot dishes to a variety of fresh sushi. They also have an extensive a la carte menu for those that do not want to dine omakase-style.
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