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Orange County - Hana Maru restaurant
6.7

Hana Maru

  • Orange County
  • $$
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    great
  • Perks
    great

Food: Fresh but limited sushi

Hana Maru delivers on freshness with their top three dishes - the Spicy Tuna Rolls, Sushi Deluxe Plate, and Piccolo Roll, all highly commended for their quality. The concept of value shines through with customers appreciating fair prices, particularly during happy hour. However, the creativity and variety leave something to be desired, with customers finding the selection disappointing and some dishes unmemorable.

  • Great Value

    Customers appreciate the fair, reasonable, and happy hour prices.

  • Okay Quality

    Generally fresh sushi; a few instances where freshness was average or lacking.

  • Creativity

    Lacks usual selections you'd expect, making it disappointing

Top 3 dishes at Hana Maru

  1. 1

    Spicy Tuna Rolls 🏆

    Very fresh with generous portion of flavorful, spicy tuna.

    Spicy Tuna Rolls dish
  2. 2

    Vegas Rolls

    Vegas roll is a favorite; described as tasty and loved.

    Vegas Rolls dish
  3. 3

    Sunkissed Roll

    Refreshing, with perfect blend of salmon, tuna, avocado, and hint of lime.

    Sunkissed Roll dish

Vibe: Sophistication obscured

The rich ambiance and suave Jazz music might uplift your spirits but the exterior of Hana Maru paints a different picture, acting as a dampener. Potential date night hopes are thwarted by the noisy and crowded setting. The limited alcoholic options may also discourage those seeking diverse drink options.

  • Great To Entertain

    Jazz music enhances the dining experience with live, quality entertainment.

  • Dates

    Excessively crowded and noisy, detracting from intimate date experience.

Perks: Smooth service, painful parking

Hana Maru has got you covered if you are dining in a large group. The staff's friendliness and efficiency will impress, as will the well-balanced noise level. However, those driving to the restaurant may find the parking experience quite problematic. With regard to kids, there are no specific features targeted at them, but the cleanliness and friendly staff make it welcoming.

  • Easy To Hear

    Music and ambiance well balanced; conducive for conversations and dining

  • Okay Service

    Service speed varies; some reviews cite slow service, yet staff remains friendly.

  • Parking

    Parking lot very small, shared with others, causes hassle and crunch.