This unassuming Japanese standby offers sushi, sashimi, ramen & tempura in a casual setting. Based on 611 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.4 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
301 Palomar St, Chula Vista, CA 91911
Phone: (619) 426-1200
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed
Holiday hours
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| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 5–9 PM |
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Reviews
yam1rts Alarcon
I’ve been dining here for years. I’m not a regular but I do come back once a year to introduce their exquisite cuisine to a close friend or family member. Their staff is always working hard to serve you as you deserve. They give you a warm welcome and are always polite to everyone. The food which is their key to success is top notch. It’s simple but delicious. Too many dishes to recommend but I love their soups and appetizers the most. I’m glad they have good business despite the pandemic and lack of staff, keep it up team! Arigatō
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Fernando Vargas
I’ll start by why I did not give Kanpai a 5… Absolutely nothing to do with the food. The staff has always been super friendly. But; if it’s about honesty, and I truly love this place…. More than once I’ve had to remind them about orders not being brought on time. The last two times we were there they have also brought out to our table the wrong order; which means some other party was waiting on their food. We also made reservations and they were not ready and got them confused with another party. But please do understand the food is amazing, I guess it also comes with understanding it’s a small place with a lot of demand.
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Adrian Alarcon
First time eating here came during lunch and felt very comfortable being here. Service is really great with friendly and attentive staff which makes it a nice quiet place to enjoy a great lunch. Tried the curry udon and it was absolutely amazing, perfect thick noodles in a rich flavorful curry broth. Highly recommend to come and give a try. Will surely be back another time for dinner.
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Adrian Sanchez
It’s so good that you will probably eat the menu. I really want to try tasting the entire menu
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Liseth Nostrates
The beef teriyaki in the bento box was delicious thats why im giving the food 3 stars. The fried shrimp was awful, one piece was bad and they fried it and served it to me. They also rush you to order but then their service is really slow. Long wait times and not worth the wait.
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Ricardo Zavala
Was a nice surprise the food was good the atmosphere was great. Nice Japanese restaurant down south if you live in Chula Vista and want to avoid the drive up to Kearny Mesa.
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Arturo Suarez
I just came back from living in Japan for 3 years a few months ago and I miss Japan and the food so much and this place is the best Japanese restaurant in San Diego I’ve been to a few in Kearny Mesa area and they do not campare. The Japanese waitresses make it that much more like actual being in Japan. So glad I found this place will be going back often.
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Ben Eberly
Friendliest restaurant in San Diego County! Staff is beyond kind & food is so tasty! They are so accommodating to my family of 6. They love my little kids every time we eat there. My kids devour the sushi, soup & edamame!
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Peter Tejada
This Japanese restaurant has been here for so long. I absolutely love the friendly staff and the food is good. Love coming here cause it was a favorite place my parents used to come in to eat. Just brings back their wonderful memories for me.
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Nessie Saurus
This is the Spicy Champon, it was delicious. The lady that took my order was very sweet and helpful. I will definitely come back and try something else. Perhaps a bento. I can’t wait!
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