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Clam miso soup, hot tea, and negi-toro hand roll for lunch.
I know it's good because I never needed to pour out soy sauce and my child only drank water. My husband was in love within the first three sushi bar orders (because they had ordered Kobe beef and otoro, so it became about $100 per person). Sea bass as well as yellowtail are garnished with yuzu shio. We also received an amuse-bouche of marinated baby squid because it's in season in Japan.
Be the first to ReplyThe sushi and tempura for its lunch menu were excellent.
The sushi was delicious with a variety of fresh raw fish. The tempura was nicely done with the right crisp. The set lunch came with miso soup and salad. For a set lunch of $30, it was worth it. The restaurant was nice and bright with outdoor seating. The service was lukewarm. The hostess wasn't too welcoming. It seemed she was ready for her lunch break.
Be the first to ReplyI've been to most of the sushi restaurants with high
I've been to most of the sushi restaurants with high reviews, but this is the finest and most authentic sushi restaurant in Orange County. The sushi is always fresh and melts in your mouth, and the dishes are beautifully prepared and presented like works of art. The lunch omakase is an especially good deal at $60 and includes premium sushi, some sophisticated amuse bouche, a hearty sashimi salad, a fancy miso soup, a cooked fish delicacy and a special dessert accompanied with fresh fruit. The best part is that you can sit outside on the patio and enjoy the meal with an ocean view.
Be the first to ReplyWow, can't believe it took me this long to discover Bluefin.
Located right across from Crystal Cove (you can see the water if you sit outside) with plenty of parking in the shopping center. The restaurant itself is decently sized, clean, and has a sushi bar which is where I sat. They have an omakase option for dinner, which I wanted to try but I decided to order a la carte as they had some really interesting specials for the day. The sushi dinner was truly an experience - we tried basically one of everything on the chalkboard and the fish was incredibly fresh and just melted in my mouth. Nothing was bad and I actually ordered some items 2-3 times. They also have really reasonable corkage for $25 which is very reasonable considering the location. If you are ordering sashimi, it can get a little pricey, but the quality of fish is spectacular so it is worth it in my opinion. Will definitely be a regular at this spot!
Be the first to ReplyVery solid sushi spot in Newport coast.
Came here with my wife for dinner. The service was good and efficient. Ambiance was clean and upscale but not over the top. The fish quality was great, our favorites were the O-toro and Uni. Definitely pricey due to location, but less than nobu. Worth coming here for a great date!
Be the first to ReplyThe Best Sushi bar in OC Always fresh and professional
The Best Sushi bar in OC Always fresh and professional sushi men work hard there Highly recommend it!!!
Be the first to ReplyI normally go for lunch and order the Bento which is
I normally go for lunch and order the Bento which is delicious and a great value. I went for dinner and ordered the Wagyu Shabu Shabu. This meal is delivered to tables only (not allowed at the sushi bar probably due to scalding concerns). There was a large metal pot over a flaming sterno fuel puck to keep the broth hot during cooking. You are supposed to do your own cooking of the mushrooms, vegetables, noodles and meat. The broth is very lightly seasoned, to the point of being tasteless. The quantity of food is on the sparse side. There was still little taste after cooking, but the yellow dipping sauce provided the only flavor. I would say that the meal is a low-carb dieter's dream since there was no rice and the noodles were a minimal serving. My CGM (continuous glucose monitor) showed a small rise post-prandial response. At $70, you are not getting satiated so plan accordingly.
Be the first to ReplyThe selection of sashimi is pretty impressive as well as
The selection of sashimi is pretty impressive as well as the sake menu. The service was great. Plenty of parking outside. It's a great spot for a casual date. So why the three stars? Because I had food poisoning right when I got home.
Be the first to ReplySave room for dessert, and order the mocchi ice cream! You
Save room for dessert, and order the mocchi ice cream! You will enjoy clean, fresh, authentic Japanese cuisine at Bluefin. Upon entrance, you will notice the cleanliness of the restaurant and the uniformed, professional sushi chefs. The staff were kind and polite, especially Gregory, allowing us to dine in at 8:30 pm even though they close at 9:00 pm during weekdays. Indoor/Outdoor/Bar seating: Plenty of seating at this location. We sat inside. Delicious Food: Clean, fresh and flavorful. Ordered the mushroom miso soup with shiitake mushroom, grilled salmon with grilled vegetable, teriyaki sauce, wagyu beef carpaccio with onions, chive, goma-soy dressing, sesame seed, albacore dynamite roll, salmon avocado roll, and mochi ice cream. Loved everything. Excellent Service: Gregory, Jason and Raymond were professional, kind and attentive during our dining experience and each interaction. Parking: Free parking in parking lot. Valet parking is also available but it is closer to Javier's, so free parking is the better option. I highly recommend this restaurant for a clean, fresh, authentic Japanese dining experience, and thank you, Gregory, Jason and Raymond for a memorable experience!
Be the first to ReplyOk my girl Liz is truly wonderful and got me situated three
Ok my girl Liz is truly wonderful and got me situated three times in a row on the beautiful patio in a pinch! It must have been my lucky night tonight - she assigned me to Gregory, Jason, and Kyle who provided warm and friendly service. Read on for the most wonderful food review and adventure... I had inadvertently skipped lunch so I was hungry enough to order the Chef's omakase (chef's choice, the specialty at Bluefin - with small plates, appetizers, sashimi course, fish course, nigiri sushi course, beef course, and dessert (of course!). It was literally one delicious taste experience after another! My server Gregory thoughtfully asked for any food allergies and suggested a zero alcohol Asahi (who knew they made one? It was delicious). The food was almost too pretty to eat, plenty to feast your eyes on, with thankfully small portions to allow you to enjoy multiple tastes. First off was the stunning ankimo (monkfish liver, which was served with a garnish of caviar and gold flakes, a chrysanthemum and a backdrop of a crisp lotus chip, all in a dab of shiro miso and a pinch of fresh seaweed. The miso was a bit too strong, but did not detract from the superb creaminess of the ankimo. Second up was a beautiful appetizer plate with a perfect kuramoto oyster, freshly shucked, served with lemon; a steamed savory egg brick (not the usual slightly sweet egg/tamago; a konbu wrapped delicacy fish which I couldn't remember, another fish I couldn't remember but tasty with the shiso leaf and snipped chives, and a burdock root garnished piece of fresh mackerel. Each so pretty, tasty, unexpected in the flavor construction and definitely unusual for omakase creations. The next two courses really upped the ante with a sashimi and fish course: sashimi was ultra fresh, and featured my favorite o-toro and buri (wild yellowtail flown in from Japan, likely Hokkaido by the taste of it - this is among the best buri sashimi I have had - definitely order this a la carte if you haven't had it yet); and the fish course was the star of the cooked courses: a gorgeous piece of grilled Chilean sea bass topped with a quarter grilled shiitake mushroom, and two gorgeously pan seared pieces of foie gras. This dish was exceptional - the foie gras with the crispy edges, lightly caramelized with a creamy center was a reverie on its own. I'm partial to Chilean sea bass and this was perfectly grilled, with slightly crispy skin and melt-in-your-mouth tender pristine white flesh, superbly fresh seabass - firm yet flaky, tender from the healthy fish oils cooked just right and not overcooked or oxidized. The presentation was gorgeous too, a deep fried translucent shiso leaf with a dusting of gold flakes. I've only had such a perfectly constructed and plated dish just a few times before, it was visually stunning and equally delicious! It was garnished with the most beautiful ruby-colored berry ume plum - lightly fermented, still sweet and tender, a little astringent to clear the palate. This dish alone deserves an award. Nobu who? By this point I was starting to get full, but the nigiri sushi (hand made sushi, with sushi rice on the bottom and fresh raw fish on top) course arrived in its glory - including my favorite of all time, uni (this time from Santa Barbara, their Hokkaido uni is amazing also), the sweetest hotate (scallop) nigiri I have ever had, and the namesake bluefin tuna among others. I was literally needing to make space in my digestive tract when they brought out nothing less than A5 wagyu beef, beautifully seared on a sizzling plate, with a crisped shishito pepper garnish on a bed of grilled mushrooms and onions, three kinds of sauces (the yuzu one was the standout for me). All this for $200 - impossible for this gorgeous visual and gastronomic feast! What a steal for the sheer quality, artistry, and craftsmanship! This would be the perfect place for a romantic date night on their cozy patio, with the fresh air of the Pacific Ocean in the distance, a perfect place to commemorate a special occasion, with friends or by oneself in peace and gentle solitude. Just when I was sure I could not take another bite, the dessert came, and with it the pièce de résistance: the poached pear, which was literally perfection in dessert form: simple fresh juicy pear half, poached in what tasted like a berry reduction resulting in a lightly sweet, fresh taste that defies description-but which outshone the other four micro desserts - olive oil cake with pecan butter; fresh berries and raspberry jam; raspberry sorbet. The pear was deceptively simple, but exquisite in taste and execution. What a perfect ending to a beautiful dining experience. Hats off to the Bluefin Chef Abe and wonderful waitstaff! Save this place for a special occasion, and most definitely order the Chef's omakase! The perfect ending to a perfect day, love this place!
Be the first to ReplyWe've been coming to this restaurant for years as a family
We've been coming to this restaurant for years as a family and the service and staff are so friendly and welcoming. This food is consistently fantastic with a relaxing and calming ambiance. I absolutely recommend coming to Blue Fin at least once in your life and trying their food!
Be the first to ReplyCame here and sat at the sushi bar.
Had wonderful service from my sushi chef. Ordered ofcourse authentic sushi. Started off with blue fin taco. So good but needed something so added soy sauce to it and lemon. Crispy tuna was amazing, wish i ordered more. The amount of flavor and all the sauces it came with made every bite burst with flavor. It was my favorite. Ordered uni from Santa Barbara it was very sweet but it wasn't as expected. The golden eye snapper was delicious. I am sure i ordered nonstop. The ikura was food, not to fishy. The chutoro and toro was as expected incredibly fatty and buttery in a texture way. The blue fin sushi was as fresh as could be. Loved the food. And loved the service.
Be the first to ReplyWe were initially planning to eat at Bear Flag for our
We were initially planning to eat at Bear Flag for our wedding anniversary, but this outfit was closed for their remodel. Oh well...knowing there should be plenty of seafood options in a city like Newport Beach we found this fantastic restaurant some 50 steps down. Availability at the sushi bar which we typically appreciate as we can chat with the creators. Bluefin roll, crispy tuna and the yellowtail kama were all to die for... OK we do know a little place called Minato whose crispy tuna is crispier but in regard to seafood quality this is top shelf material. Ube cheesecake is highly recommended as it looks like a small art piece. No alcohol as we were meeting with clients right after. Bill was a bit over $100, very reasonable knowing it's Newport Beach and a quality place. 5/5.
Be the first to ReplyGreat food and service! Thank you.
Just because Yelp wants me to write more - I am just going to say "nothing to ad"...
Be the first to ReplyPortions are way to small for the prices.
Also quality is not great.Calamari were incredibly small and oily, chicken was almost raw.
Be the first to ReplyLunch Omakas was really good , we were sitting indoor of
Lunch Omakas was really good , we were sitting indoor of restaurant, all sushi was fresh and great
Be the first to ReplyThe sushi here is so good! The service was great and they
The sushi here is so good! The service was great and they remembered us before so knew how we liked our things. It was a nice outdoor area on a beautiful Christmas Eve day. Not much to complain about here. It can be pricey but worth it if you have the money to spend!
Be the first to ReplyWent there for lunch at 1230 on Tuesday.
They had a few open seats at the sushi bar....but they didn't take walk-ins????? Restaurant policy?Was very much surprised....oh well...
Be the first to ReplyMy boyfriend and I tried Bluefin yesterday and it was
My boyfriend and I tried Bluefin yesterday and it was amazing! The restaurant itself is small and relatively quiet but they have a good sized area for outdoor seating. We sat at the bar and I had the sushi omakase and my boyfriend had the chef's special omakase. Both were delicious and fresh. The chefs and staff were friendly, welcoming, and prompt. We will definitely come back again.
Be the first to ReplyThis place is okay.
Nice thing was they had availability right away on a busy Friday night and the outside seating with the lights are cute. Spicy Garlic Edamame--yummySalmon Ponzu--I enjoyed it but wasn't my favorite ponzu sauce Crispy Tuna--good not greatSpicy Tuna Roll--this tasted bad I don't know if the spicy tuna wasn't fresh or what, but I didn't eat more than 1 roll.Service was awesome! I asked for ginger and they brought me large amount. Refilled my hot water. I think it was fine for what it was, but I wouldn't recommend it.
Be the first to ReplyAmazing quality sushi and a lovely atmosphere.
I highly recommend it next time you are craving sushi!
Be the first to ReplyPerfection and great outdoor seating .
It's a lovely spot to go with friends or invite guests.
Be the first to ReplyThe sushi is relatively high quality but the service is
The sushi is relatively high quality but the service is slow and uninspired. The restaurant is way overpriced for restaurants in this class. We would not come back until changes are made that benefit the customer
Be the first to ReplyThis is currently my favorite Japanese spot since the
This is currently my favorite Japanese spot since the pandemic. I've eaten here several times and almost everything I've had is really good. I don't normally give 5 stars. I save 5 stars for places with excellent food, service, and cleanliness. I have to be honest, I haven't loved every single dish we've ordered but it's been overall good enough to keep me coming back over the past 2 years. The restaurant itself is small but there is a nice patio with fantastic ocean views. It can be casual but also a great date spot especially if you time it to watch the sun set. They have Japanese chefs prepare the sushi with counter seating. Have fun trying out their specials! I like that it offers more than just sushi.
Be the first to ReplyAs many other reviews have mentioned, the Lunch Omakase is
As many other reviews have mentioned, the Lunch Omakase is an excellent choice and I highly recommend it. This option is essentially a tasting of all of their highlights. This isn't the typical omakase experience where they provide one nigiri at a time and customize the experience, but the food was delicious.Tip: If the host who answers the phone or greets you seems a bit gruff, please don't be deterred! The overall experience is good, and the chefs at the sushi bar were very pleasant.
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