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Orange County - Ikeda Japanese Dining restaurant
8.0

Ikeda Japanese Dining

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

Food: Sublime tastes, grand portions

Ikeda's Garlic Edamame, King Kong Roll and Sashimi Salad form a harmony in your mouth, a testament to culinary creativity. Savor the addicting garlic edamame, relishing the variety DNA of the King Kong Roll as you dive into massive, generous portions of fresh Sashimi Salad. The overall food experience boasts of high freshness standards, great taste, and value especially during the peak happy hour, though the limited lunch menu was a slight let-down.

  • Great Value

    Frequent positive mentions of great value during happy hour.

  • Bad Variety

    Limited lunch menu options; combination plates well-priced but restrictive.

Top 3 dishes at Ikeda Japanese Dining

  1. 1

    Garlic Edamame 🏆

    The garlic edamame is addicting, very strong, yet not too messy.

    Garlic Edamame dish
  2. 2

    King Kong Roll

    Frequently a favorite, offering delicious variety and well-prepared sashimi.

    King Kong Roll dish
  3. 3

    Sashimi Salad

    Huge portions of fresh, quality sashimi with perfect dressing amount.

    Sashimi Salad dish

Vibe: Idyllic spot for tranquil dates

Ikeda creates a delightful intertwining of ambiance and food, a tranquil spot ideal for intimate date nights. Its minimalistic tenor also splashes enough warmth that adds to the inviting atmosphere, complemented by a good selection of drinks for a perfect evening. However, it could borrow some excitement to add to its somewhat mellow buzz.

  • Great Ambiance

    Warm, inviting, perfect blend of light, ambiance, and delicious food.

  • Bad Buzz

    Lacks color and character, falling short on trendiness.

Perks: Exceptional service, kid-friendly

Service at Ikeda deserves a hat tip, the staff is not only friendly but also displays a unique quickness. The kid-friendly atmosphere creates a lovely familial embrace at the restaurant, offering a quiet setting that stills the heart. However, it seemingly struggles with large groups and parking during peak hours, something to bear in mind.

  • Great Service

    Staff often praised for being friendly, attentive, and providing quick service.

  • Okay For Diets

    Menu is versatile; satisfies hunger but not extraordinary for dietary needs.

  • Bad For Groups

    Small place, not recommended for large groups due to size.