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Costa Mesa - Ango Tei restaurant
5.9

Ango Tei

  • Costa Mesa
  • $$
  • Japanese
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    okay
  • Perks
    great

Food: Food that dances on the palate

The Blue Fin Toro Sashimi is so fresh it almost defies gravity, a culinary sin at its finest. The Nigiri Sushi Yellow Tail and Soft Shell Crab House Special Roll complement the experience with flavors that linger longer than a bad joke. While portions may be modest, the taste elevates this sushi voyage into the stratosphere.

  • Great Portions

    Review 1 speaks to the 'very good portion' size positively.

  • Okay Quality

    Generally fresh ingredients with occasional lapses in freshness and quality.

Top 3 dishes at Ango Tei

  1. 1

    Sushi 🏆

    Sushi dish
  2. 2

    Fish

    Uni was fresh, paired well with other sushi, enhancing the seafood experience.

  3. 3

    Nigiri

    Nigiri dish

Vibe: Underwhelming decor but a date's delight

The vibe might feel like a forced reunion with your high school cafeteria, but it sets the stage for intimate connections. The space is cozy, albeit cramped, making it a perfect date night spot where whispers blend with excellent sake—at least until the lighting reminds diners where they actually are.

  • Okay Comfort

  • No Buzz

    Boring, tired chefs, rundown decor, no longer a trendy spot.

Perks: Preferred service in a tight space

Service is swiftly commendable, with friendly staff ready to cater to the table’s whims. However, securing a parking space is a nightmare that comes with a side of awkward proximity to fellow diners. It’s a squeeze—and not just the seating arrangement.

  • Okay Cleanliness