3 Best Japanese Restaurants in Santa Ana, CA

Expert-recommended Top 3 Japanese Restaurants in Santa Ana, California. All of our japanese restaurants actually face a rigorous 50-Point Inspection, which includes customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost and general excellence. You deserve only the best!

7+ YEARS IN TBR
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KAIZEN SHABU

303 North Spurgeon Street,
Santa Ana, CA 92701 Directions

Since 2018

Specialities:

Garlic Edamame Shishito Peppers Pickled Veggies Spicy Pickled Cucumbers Stir Fried Green Beans Calamari Gyoza (pork) Rolled Crispy Shrimp Chicken Karaage Takoyaki Beef Skewers Chicken Skewers Shrimp Skewers Shiitake Skewers Quail Egg Skewers Crispy Tofu Agedashi Tofu House Special Wings Swai Fish Garden Plate Combo Plate Carnivore Plate Udon Noodle Stir Fry Fried Rice Teriyaki Plate

" Kaizen Shabu offers shabu-shabu, small bites, sake, and Japanese whiskeys. The restaurant strives to provide the freshest ingredients, high-quality meats, handcrafted sauces, and a memorable dining experience that will keep you coming back for more. Kaizen Shabu welcomes guests to its fun and comfortable ambiance, where you can cook at your own pace in a pot of simmering broth by submerging and swishing meats and vegetables to your liking, then dipping them into signature house-made sauces. Guests can enjoy their meal with rice while exploring the restaurant’s selection of sake and Japanese whiskeys. Kaizen Shabu also offers outdoor seating, delicious cocktails, and a variety of vegetarian dishes. The restaurant accepts credit cards, features televisions for entertainment, and is wheelchair accessible.

2026 Highlights: Their menu also features Japanese-inspired small bites, plated dishes, desserts, and refreshing beverages, offering a unique setting for casual meals, gatherings, and memorable dining occasions. "

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Menu:

Main Events
Garden Plate $16
Combo $34
Carnivore Plate $50
Plated Meals
Udon Noodle Stir Fry $18
Fried Rice $17
Teriyaki Plate $16
Upgrades
Black Garlic Oil $1
Ramen Noodles $5
Fish Balls With Roe $7
Chinese Donut $6
Quail Eggs $7
Raw Gyoza $9
Split Pot $2
Rice
Furikake Rice $1
Chili Satay Oil $1
Dessert
Ice Cream $4
Mochi $6
Fondue $15
Drinks
Fountain Beverages $3
Strawberry Lemonade $4
Calpico $4
Ramune $4
Arnold Palmer $5
Cold Tea $3
Hot Green Tea $3
Vietnamese Iced Coffee $5
Thai Tea $5

Contact:

(714) 486-3464

Sun-Thu: 12pm - 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 11pm

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10+ YEARS IN TBR

SHABU SHABU BAR

1945 17th Street, Suite 108,
Santa Ana, CA 92705 Directions

Since 2009

Specialities:

Edamame Spicy Edamame Agedashi Tofu Vegetable Gyoza Chicken Gyoza Pork Gyoza Spicy Cheese Gyoza Gyoza Sampler Ribeye Choice Jidori Chicken Kurobuta Pork Tiger Shrimp Atlantic Salmon Sea Scallops Prime Ribeye Mussels White Shrimp Vegetable Plate Veggie Set Kabocha Pumpkin Udon Saifun Tofu Mushrooms

" Shabu Shabu Bar is a contemporary Japanese restaurant serving a variety of hot-pot-style dishes and sake in an open, welcoming space. The restaurant takes pride in its longstanding reputation for outstanding food and service inspired by the traditions of Japan. It serves hot-pot-style dishes featuring thinly sliced meats and fresh vegetables accompanied by flavorful dipping sauces. Shabu Shabu Bar preserves the time-honored practices of classic Japanese cuisine while exploring new culinary techniques and ingredient combinations to create a unique dining experience for its guests. Shabu Shabu Bar accepts credit cards, features a television in the restaurant, and offers vegetarian options. The restaurant also provides Wi-Fi and has high chairs available for families.

2026 Highlights: They Creates a customizable dining experience where guests can explore fresh ingredients, premium proteins, flavorful broths, and personalized combinations in a relaxed, Japanese-inspired setting. Their popular dishes include rice, Broccoli, and Spinach. "

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Menu:

Ribeye Choice $8.00
Chicken $7.00
Pork $7.00
Shrimp $9.00
Salmon $9.00
Scallop $9.00
Prime Ribeye $10.00
Vegetable Plate $7.00
Kabocha Pumpkin $3.00
Udon $3.00
Saifun $3.00
Veggie Item $2.00
Lunch Combos
Ribeye & Jidori $12.99
Ribeye & Kurobuta $12.99
Ribeye & Shrimp $13.99
Ribeye & Mussels $13.99
Jidori & Kurobuta $12.99
Jidori & Shrimp $13.99
Jidori & Mussels $13.99
Kurobuta & Shrimp $13.99
Kurobuta & Mussels $13.99
Shrimp & Mussels $14.99
Prime $10.00
Ribeye $6.00
Kurobuta $6.00
Jidori $6.00
Catch Of The Day $9.00
Scallops $9.00
White Shrimp $8.00
Mussels $8.00
Veggie Set $5.00
Udon $2.00
Tofu $2.00
Pumpkin $2.00
Mushrooms $2.00

Contact:

(714) 954-0332

Mon-Thu: 4:30pm -9pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm - 9:30pm
Sun: 12pm - 9pm

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MOS 2

1933 West 17th Street,
Santa Ana, CA 92706 Directions

Since 1996

Specialities:

Teriyaki Chicken Teriyaki Pork Teriyaki Beef Beef and Chicken Teriyaki Chicken & Fried Shrimp Teriyaki Beef & Fried Shrimp Teriyaki Chicken & Fried Scallop Teriyaki Beef & Fried Scallop Teriyaki Chicken & Fried Fish Teriyaki Beef & Fried Fish Teriyaki Seafood Combo

" Mos 2 is a great spot for both lunch and dinner, offering outdoor seating for those who prefer to dine in a relaxed, open-air setting. The restaurant has a variety of tasty vegetarian dishes, making it a welcoming choice for all dietary preferences. Their combo plates come with plain rice, green salad, egg roll, gyoza, and two cups of teriyaki sauce, while the teriyaki bowls include plain rice, green onions, and two cups of teriyaki sauce. Mos 2 also offers catering services, making it a convenient option for events and gatherings. The restaurant operates three additional branches, providing the same quality food and service in multiple locations. Mos 2 also has parking facilities.

2026 Highlights: The restaurant offers expanded meal combinations, fresh side dishes, party trays for gatherings, and catering options, making it a convenient choice for both individual meals and group occasions. "

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Menu:

Teriyaki Bowls
Chicken Pork S: $10.00
Beef S: $10.50
Chicken Pork M: $10.75
Beef M: $11.25
Chicken Pork L: $11.50
Beef L: $12.00
Teriyaki Plates
Teriyaki Chicken: $14.00
Teriyaki Beef: $14.75
Teriyaki Pork: $14.00
Teriyaki Beef & Chicken: $15.00
Teriyaki Chicken & Fried Shrimp: $15.25
Teriyaki Beef & Fried Shrimp: $15.50
Teriyaki Chicken & Fried Scallop: $15.25
Teriyaki Beef & Fried Scallop: $15.50
Teriyaki Chicken & Fried Fish: $15.25
Teriyaki Beef & Fried Fish: $15.50
Side Orders
Extra Sauce (2 Cups): $0.50
Extra Dressing (1 Cup): $0.50
Jalapeno (1 Bag): $0.50
Green Salad S: $5.75
Green Salad L: $7.75
Gyoza (5pc): $5.50
Eggroll (1pc): $2.00

Contact:

(714) 541-5997

Mon-Sun: 9:30am - 10pm

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