Miki Sushi & Sake

5.0

47 Reviews

$31 to $50

Sushi

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2 people

Dec 15, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

Neighborhood gem
Innovative
Healthy

Honoring Chef Miki Izumisawa, the female, award-winning sushi artist, originally trained by the one and only Nobu Matsuhisa. Miki was inspired by nature to create unique nigiri, cut rolls and hand rolls that blur the line between art and fusion sushi. Miki's recipes transform elements of the natural world with names such as Lava Flow, Moon and Sun, Feather in the Sky, and Prairie. Before her passing, Miki carefully coached outstanding female-only sushi chefs to execute her masterpieces. Her legacy continues in this romantic styled coastal, intimate sushi bar and cozy 18 window seats with views of Laguna's main beach. Owners Chris Olsen and Greg Washer are longtime locals who appreciate what Miki did for this community with an outstanding Japanese experience pushing the boundaries of tradition. Reservations recommended!

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(949) 494-2444
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
242 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1821
Neighborhood
Laguna Beach
Parking details
None
Additional
Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access

What 47 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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5.0

5 based on recent ratings

5Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Orange County
Best Overall
Orange County
Best Food
Orange County
Best Service
South Orange County
Best Overall
South Orange County
Best Food
South Orange County
Best Service
South Orange County
Best Value
South Orange County
Innovative
South Orange County
Healthy

Review summary

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Miki Sushi & Sake delivers a unique and creative sushi experience in Laguna Beach, boasting "amazing food," "excellent service," and a "friendly atmosphere." Known for its innovative approach, Miki Sushi offers dishes with distinctive sauces instead of soy sauce. Reservations are essential due to its popularity. Enjoy a cozy, intimate setting while savoring artful sushi creations.

47 Reviews

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Chad
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our old favorite sushi spot is now our new favorite! The new owners have done exactly what they needed to, same menu but upgraded decor, ambiance etc. great job!!
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Melissa
New York City
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love love love Miki!!! It never disappoints! Always delicious and great service!
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Donna
Cleveland
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
SOOO Happy they have re-opened as fantastic as ever!
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Tulani
Los Angeles
75 reviews
5.0
75 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Exceptional and innovative. A fantastic experience all around.
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susan
Orange County
8 reviews
vip
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The restaurant is so cool but seating is uncomfortable - stools with no backs - small space - tight - the food is delicious but pricey.
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Ed
Las Vegas
31 reviews
vip
5.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food, as always, was delicious. The staff were very pleasant and inviting. The menu has all of Miki’s favorite dishes, in which I happily indulged and tasted as if Miki herself had prepared them. A picture of Miki hangs on the wall paying homage to her legacy as she “watches” over her baby. The new owners did a beautiful job remodeling and keeping the spirit of Miki, an amazing sushi chef, alive!
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Tim
Denver
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They are a must try experience. Great service and wonderful food.! Multiple visits and I’m never disappointed.
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LaRae
Central Coast
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always the best experience from the food to the service! ❤️
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Jeanette
Orange County
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’m actually hesitant to write a review because I loved this place so much that I don’t want it to become impossible to get a reservation! However, here I am because I want to share what a great experience we had. We are Laguna Beach locals, but I had never visited this restaurant when it was 242. I only heard about it recently when Chris Olsen and his business partner took it over. Every dish that my husband and I tried was delicious, and the service was also excellent. I love the cozy and intimate dining room. This is my new favorite restaurant.
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Marta
Palm Springs
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s the best sushi place in the world . Puts all others to shame. I have eaten all around the world including Tokyo. Nothing close to Miki’s
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Miki Sushi & Sake is rated 5 stars by 47 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 15, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 16 times today

242 N Coast Hwy, Laguna Beach, CA 92651-1821

Additional information

Neighborhood
Laguna Beach
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Additional
Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access

Phone number
(949) 494-2444

Miki Sushi & Sake

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