Café / SAKANA is a Japanese restaurant originating in Monterey, California. We are focused on bringing simple and healthy Japanese cuisine, serving high-quality sushi and bento with a casual dining experience.
• Our chefs only use the highest quality seasonal seafood
• Vegetables are natural and organic whenever possible
• Vegan and gluten free options
• No artificial ingredients in our sauces
• No artificial flavors or colors, no chemical preservatives, and no chemical seasonings in all our dishes
• All our house soy sauce is low sodium or gluten free
Based on 74 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
1703 Westcliff Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Phone: (949) 287-6511
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Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–8:30 PM |
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Reviews
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One of our favorite sushi places! The fish is always so fresh tasting and the toppings are beautifully delicious. Love their selection of unique rolls! Always love coming here knowing we’re in for a treat!
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Robert Mangrum
The food was really delicious and fairly priced. It also had a nice outdoor seating area with some heaters. In addition, our server was super friendly and she totally made it more fun. 100% recommend this place if you’re looking for a casual environment with some good Japanese food. You can also make a reservation!
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Daisy Lang
First time dining here. Ordered the “ocean” set which came with edamame, tuna sashimi, two hand rolls and 6 pieces of nigiri sushi. I also ordered takoyaki as a starter. First off, the takoyaki was crispy on the outside, flavor was good but the inside was mostly dough and very little octopus (tako). For the sushi set, the salmon was the most disappointing, a bit dry and was not fatty or moist like others I’ve had. The sea bream had yuzu chili on top which was tasty. Albacore and yellowtail was good. Nothing really wowed us. For the price of $27 for the set, I thought it was okay. It looked similar to Sugarfish in photos but in reality, it doesn’t compare. I wanted it to melt in my mouth. We did enjoy the ambiance and outdoor seating. Sadly hot tea was not powdered green tea but in a tea bag. Such a shame that the sushi was mediocre. With so many sushi spots around, not sure if I will return.
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Karibu Nyaggah
Incredibly delicious sushi served up with gracious hospitality in a cute spot. Each time we’ve gone, we’ve been treated to amazing food and service. Everything’s good but the specialty rolls are worth a try. Yum yum, we’ll be coming back!
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Brent Pham
This place has super high quality and fresh sushi. Some of the best sushi I have ever had! I got The Ocean and it was so good! The meal was expensive for the amount of food you get but the quality justifies the cost. Attached are pictures of what you get when you order the Ocean.
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Jillian Parker
Such a great little spot❤️ on Saturday night, the folks at Cafe Sakana were able to get us in very quickly without reservation. The food was out to us within 10 mins, despite them being at full capacity. Everything we tried was delicious; we had the Olivia Roll, Osaka roll, and a couple of appetizers… everything was so fresh and was prepared cleanly and beautifully!
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Darren “Dyo” Yomogida
Newly opened, family operated sushi restaurant in Newport. I ordered “The Ocean” and everything was fresh and light. I ate enough but didn’t feel heavy/sluggish like after some places that over sauce/flavor their food to compensate for quality.
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TOri Sato
The Ocean Omakase style sushi experience was wonderful, tasty and reasonably priced. Staff was friendly and professional. Atmosphere was relaxed. Will come back again soon!
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Geofrey Wickett
My wife and I went for Valentines Day. The fish is very fresh and service was great. There is no sushi bar only table service which we kinda liked. Very tastefully decorated. Only things would change is to add a padded back rest on the long booth. The pillows are nice but they move around and just not very comfortable.
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Kara Tustin
Our new favorite Newport Sushi! Takeout is packaged so well and the sushi is SO delicious!!!!
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