Makai Sushi - Reviews

Don’t let the simple menu fool you; each item is incredible. The Dynamite Roll and the Dragon Roll were so good. We met the owner who was incredibly kind and passionate about his craft. Our waiter was also so friendly and attentive. My only note is to expand the appetizer section to maybe add a crispy rice or edamame. Also, the owner should liven up the space! The space should match the delicious energy and presentation of the food. The food comes on nice black plates with orchid buds, absolutely gorgeous in contrast against the light wood tables. But invite me into the space with some design! I think this space could benefit from an accent wall with nice wallpaper with jewel tones or something striking to match the ringer of the rolls and staff! Overall, a great spot! Definitely stop by.

My experience at this restaurant has been consistently positive. We've dined in and had takeout several times, and each time the service was awesome and the food was delicious. It's become our go-to spot for poke.

My experience at this restaurant was AMAZING! As a sushi and poke lover, I was thoroughly impressed. The food here is the freshest I've ever tasted in San Diego, and I've tried many places. The nigiri, in particular, is by far the closest to authentic Japanese sushi I've had in the city, even after a recent trip to Japan. The service and atmosphere were also top-notch, both receiving a perfect 5/5 rating. I would rate this place 1000/10!

My experience at Makai Sushi was fantastic! I was not disappointed giving them a try. The sushi was incredibly fresh and flavorful, and the service was truly fabulous. I highly recommend this restaurant.

My experience at Makai Sushi was absolutely incredible! They serve some of the best fish in San Diego, which is flown in directly from Hawaiʻi, the place of origin and culinary inspiration for Chef Matt. As avid sushi and Omakase lovers, we were genuinely stunned by the precision in the preparation of the torched Nigiri, a true specialty of Chef Matt. The poke bowl was absolutely divine, and I still find myself watering at the thought of it. If you're seeking true, authentic Poke, don't miss out on this spot. Chef Matt, the owner, made us feel incredibly welcome and was one of the most passionate sushi chefs I've encountered. We are already looking forward to our next visit!

We had a fantastic lunch experience. The food and service were great, and the owner, Matthew, was an exceptional host. He took great care of us and helped us celebrate my step-daughter's birthday. We highly recommend this restaurant and hope you have the good fortune to be taken care of by Matthew.

My experience at the restaurant was fantastic! I found the poke bowl to be a great value for money, and the sushi was equally impressive. The sushi roll was larger than normal, which was a pleasant surprise. I also appreciated the free bottled water – 10/10 for that! The owner's Hawaiian heritage truly shines through in the authentic flavors.

My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! The fresh fish was amazing, and the owner, Matt, who is from Hawaii, made the experience really fun. He serves authentic Hawaii style poke. I would 100% recommend this place.

This is a must-stop when you’re in the area. Coming from Seattle, I thought I had had great sushi up to this point, but I discovered I hadn’t had good sushi until I came here today. Do yourself a favor and make this your first stop.

My partner and I visited on a quick whim and had a delicious bite to eat! The owner was extremely friendly and makes BOMB rolls. Supporting small businesses is extremely important! It was definitely worth the stop, and we loved sitting outside!