Took my wife here after reading rave reviews on this site. First impression upon entering the restaurant was very good. It was very crowded and full of Japanese customers, all good signs. What I noticed as we were waiting to check in for our reservation was that Japanese people definately got preferential treatment. I was in line just to let the front know that we had reservations (not even waiting for our table yet) when a group of Japanese would come in and would be greeted with hugs and seated right away!! Ok, I thought, as long as the food is good, no problem. So after we got seated at the sushi bar, we ordered some rolls and omakase dinners. Sushi was very unspectacular (small portions may I add). Hey, maybe that is ""real sushi"". Well, if it is, then I dont like the real deal. One reader went as far as to say that this was one of the best sushi in all of southern CA.....no friggin way. For really good sushi, try your luck with Happy Sushi in Mira Mesa or Sushi Ono in Hillcrest. Sushi Ono surprising had one of THE freshest and tasty sushi I had in a long time. Avoid Sushi Ota....unless you're Japanese.
Pros: nice atmosphere...feels like you're in Japan
Cons: sushi not good
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