Koki Teppan & Sushi

Fun atmosphere. Sushi is good for people who have really never had real sushi.. I remember going here last year. This place is good for entertainment and food that is edible. For the most part, the "rainbow rolls" and any other rolls with such names actually do not exist in Japan. They do now since many Japanese tourists came to visit and had this here in the States. So, if you don't really know true sushi and think this american made/invented rubish is sushi, then good for you. Enjoy. Yes, service is slow or bad, but then again, this place is not a true Japanese establishment. They do need more servers. If you are someone that knows what sushi really is, don't bother. Try the teppan instead. It's great entertainment. Not authentic though.…

Best Sushi Ever. You have to go to Koki's if not just for the best sushi, then for Endo, their sushi chef. You may run into a slight wait on Friday and Saturday nights, but it's worth it. Endo will make rolls that aren't on any menu anywhere, and they get better each visit. You have to try the Koki roll which is a cross between a rainbow roll and crunchy roll... incredible. I have been going there every week for three years and have never once been dissapointed!…

PapaC. What are you talking about! Do you think I'm an idiot that I don't know the difference between a Japanese and a Chinese!! Who cares if Endo is not Japanese. He is still a wonderful sushi chef. Yes it is slow, but they have one guy to a bar load of people plus the Teppanyaki guest.

Will always rave about Endo.

Endo if you ever read this, when we fly down to the SoCal we will always visit you.

We heard how these people hurt your feelings when you read the rants. But remember, it's not you. It must be their own character. We have never had a bad time with you.

Thanks Endo..

P.S. Koki owners*maybe you should consider getting an assistant for Endo. Just a thought.

PFC…

Terrible Worst Sushi I've ever had!. My wife and I decided to go out for some sushi this evening. We are originally from J-Town in LA so we did not expect too much when it came to Sushi in OC. I was beyond disappointed when we tried this place especially after some good reviews from the readers. So many things were wrong with this place. Where do I begin. First off this "Japanese" restaurant is FAR from authentic! It is owned and run by Chinese owners and the sushi Chef is also Chinese. I say this because the Sushi preparation is terrible! There is a certain art in the way a fish is cut and prepared. This was stressed by my wife and her uncle who is a sushi chef. The tempura was very unappetizing as a result of the over-used oil! The Fish was far from fresh, it had a rather fishy aroma. fresh fish should have no odor. We cancelled the rest of our order after trying a couple of pieces. My wife and I decided that it is definitely worth while to drive to downtown J-Town next time we are craving FRESH and AUTHENTIC sushi the way it should be prepared and served. Also, it took FOREVER for us to get our sushi order even when we were sitting at the sushi bar! Terrible, If you are a true sushi Connoiseur AVOID this place at all cost, unless your are like the MANY GAIJINs in OC that don't know or care how real fresh sushi should be prepared and served. This is our opinion and just wanted to share our experience with the true sushi lovers out there. Remember you have been warned.

BTW...PapaC...Since you mention it I DO think your an idiot for thinking this place is great. Why don't you try REAL sushi from an authentic restaurant first before opening your big mouth. Typical Pathetic "Gaijin".…