Sushi Damu, PAYCE

I’ve been a loyal customer of this sushi restaurant for a long time, and I truly can’t say enough good things about it. The food is always fresh, delicious, and consistent , every single time. The staff are incredibly polite, kind, and professional. No matter how busy they are, they treat you with genuine warmth and respect. I often go with my two kids, and I still feel completely welcomed and at ease. I’m so happy this gem is in our area , it’s one of the few places that always makes me feel good. Highly recommended!

One of my favorite sushi spots in Orange County! The sashimi is always fresh, the rolls are creative, and the portions are very generous for AYCE. The atmosphere is fun and lively, and the staff is super friendly. Definitely recommend Sushi Damu if you’re in OC and craving sushi! 👍🏼😍

Pretty good All you can eat place. The variety is there and the price matches what you are getting. What's cool about this place is that you actually see where the fish are coming from. There is also a free daily special sushi. Would recommend. The service does take a little long though

My boyfriend wanted to try this place out after seeing a tiktok about how it’s the best AYCE in OC and they weren’t lying! The sushi was incredible ESPECIALLY the Bluefin Tuna nigiri literally some of the best nigiri ever. They also had an amazing deal for a bottle of Soju and a pitcher of Beer (basically a DIY Soju Bomb fest) for only 20 bucks extra! To top it off, the vibes were IMMACULATE! The music was popping off and Bri was our server and she was super sweet and endearing and tended to our every need, answered every question we had and was super fast. We’ll definitely be back again!

My daughter picked this place out on the way to a concert and she picked a good one. Got there around 4pm and there was no wait. We didn't realize it was all you can eat and I almost walked out but we didn't have time to find a different place. We had a flag that signaled our server that we wanted to order more. The food came out quick and you were allowed to order up to 5 dishes per person at once. The rolls looked delicious, they had thick pieces of fish and tasted great. I figured if we could eat 5 rolls, it would be worth it. We had 6 rolls and some nigiri to start us off. I was disappointed they didnt carry Kirin beer but they did have many flavors of soju. The hot green tea was great too. The atmosphere was chill, cozy, and the staff was polite. There was limited parking at the time we got there, which was shared by other businesses. The bathrooms were clean although they stayed busy. I liked this place so much, the family and I drove up from San Diego a month later just to eat here again. Everyone loved it and we left stuffed.

The fish at this sushi place is exceptional especially for all you can eat. A great variety that is clearly fresh and tasty. Knocking a star because there’s way too much rice on both the nigiri and the rolls. Feels like they’re just trying to fill you rather than serve quality sushi. Our server was great and very attentive to our needs. Be aware that wait times can be very long. It took our part of 6 nearly 2 hours to be seated.

We had the sashimi plus and they were so good and so much food. Becareful ordering the roll unless that is your thang.Thang.. they are ALOT. Fresh fish melt in your mouth. I would definitely come back here

One of my favorite sushi spots here! My gf and I eat here all the time. I took 3 friends here and they loved it. 2 of my friends were vegetarian and they really enjoyed the food and creativity. Shout out to Matthew - he was an amazing server

Ethan, josue and johan took care of us and they even offered perfect service that made me feel welcomed

Highly recommend putting your party on the waitlist--our wait was estimated at about 55 minutes and we ended up waiting about 65 to get seated. We did the Premium choice, and the food came out super quick and was really delicious!! Mai was our server and was very attentive. Our drinks were always full!

I love the sushi here! hands down the best AYCE sushi around. the service is outstanding and it has really good vibes I come here all the time and it has never let me down!

Ayyyyyy Sushi Damu is fire Premium ayce menu is stacked with so many good items & I was so impressed I really really like how the nigiri orders are 1 piece each so it's easy to try new things! My bf & I ordered bluefin tuna, salmon, scallops, yellowtail, ika, Izumi dai, shrimp, tamago, albacore & unagi for nigiri. We got the yellowtail jalapeño roll, calamari roll & spicy tuna roll. And for apps we ordered calamari, gyoza, karage chicken & udon All the food was 10/10 The fish to rice ratio was great The fish was super yummy, nothing was too fishy or gamey The apps were super fresh, crispy & hot Our favorites from the nigiri were the salmon, bluefin tuna, scallop, yellowtail and albacore. Our favorite roll was the spicy tuna roll & the udon was such a great palate cleanser Service was good, super fast & pretty attentive. Although they never refilled our waters, they took away empty plates really quickly Vibes are really cool inside, tables definitely big enough to accommodate for small to large parties Definitely a great place to eat with friends or family Highly recommend to anyone looking for some food premium ayce sushi!

Absolutely loved the food! Everything we ordered was delicious and full of flavor. Jasmine was fantastic--friendly, knowledgeable, and gave excellent recommendations. The service was fast and efficient, and overall, it was definitely worth the money. Highly recommend!

If I could give more stars, I would! Sushi Damu in Tustin absolutely delivered on every level; service, drinks, and food. Brian, our server, was AMAZING. Super friendly, on top of everything, and made sure we had everything we needed without even asking. He had such a great vibe and really elevated our experience. Jasmine, the manager, was just as sweet and attentive. You can tell she genuinely cares about the guests and the team. She stopped by our table to check in and made us feel so welcome. And let's talk about Johan, the bartender, he crafted the most delicious lychee martini I've ever had. Refreshing, balanced, and dangerously good. If you're into unique cocktails, this is a must-try. Pro tip: get everything. Seriously. The sushi is fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You won't regret it. This spot is a gem, and the staff makes it even better. Can't wait to come back!

We visited to celebrate our anniversary and ordered the Premium Izakaya menu ($45 per person). Parking was easy--we came on a Monday afternoon. We were greeted immediately upon entering and seated right away, with no wait. Service throughout our meal was also fantastic. Aside from the salmon, masago, and scallops from the premium list (which weren't our favorites), everything else we ordered was absolutely delicious! If you're in the area, this spot is definitely worth checking out.

Food was delicious, Jasmine was fantastic! Will definitely return! Experience was amazing!!

Sushi Damu is our spot! Today we tried some new rolls and they were also delicious like our tried and true Dragons Breath and Coconut Shrimp! Nancy was a great waitress and would love to have her anytime we come

The best AYCE Sushi in Socal!! Mai was a great server!! Im gatekeeping the name of this dish, but this is the best one IMO. Again! The best AYCE Sushi in Socal!!

One of my favorite sushi spots in OC. Wait time can be a while, so I recommend setting up a reservation on Yelp. Once inside, though, you receive attentive service and quality food. There are different menus you can choose from, and the presentation is always on point. The neon art is also fun and eye-catching. Last visit and they surprised us with the Chef's Special (on the house!) while also serving all our food promptly.

There was no wait on a Thursday afternoon and we were greeted and sat by the host. The ambiance was casual, nothing too crazy. We got the most expensive menu which was $60 including all the carpaccio & sashimi! First taste of the fish is it's super fresh and delicious! My favorite fish in every category is yellowtail! Overall I do think Sushi Damu is one of the better AYCE options in OC but it is a bit pricey but somewhat worth it! The service was decent.. we were helped out by the all servers since we didn't have a designated one. My appetizers were forgotten however and we got them at the end after asking for it a couple times :( Still great experience overall!

Food was great! The service was very fast since they have a lot of employees. The place was very clean and the ambiance was a newer hip sushi restaurant .

My hubs and BIL love a good all you can eat place. My son, loves sushi, so what a great find for all of us after a long day at the beach. Service was top notch, they were coming bay constantly, filling our drinks, serving us our food and rolls, helping the kiddo out with some goodies. The wait was fair, but they were busy and still on it for all their tables. Great experience and great food.

Sushi Damu is the best! The sushi is so fresh, and you cannot miss out on the nigiri--I regularly will order dozens of salmon nigiri because it is just so fresh. Faith was a very attentive server and was quick to come around for new sushi orders. Overall a 10/10 experience!

It was our first time here and we decided to order a little bit of everything. Their AYCE sushi deal comes with signature rolls, cut rolls, nigiri, sashimi and more. Mai was super nice and we were able to get our food right away. I recommend coming here if you're really hungry because you'll be eating good here. I like the ambiance and how everything is fully decorated. We will definitely be coming back!

Somehow we missed this is an all you can eat .. ntl the typical All you can eat low quality did not apply here. We picked the Premium Level and it was amazing. We originally had a Kei concept place in mind but switched to change it up. The wait list worked well and followed the process. The wait was about 20 mins on a Saturday night around 6. It was quite busier after 7. The staff was very nice and prompt on refreshing the table with more orders. 3 rounds of the premium stuff was perfect. Even the basic dishes were very good quality! Cant wait to try to again!

One of the best AYCE sushi place! My boyfriend took me out and surprised me with this place, it's an hour drive for us and he said "wait for it" so I waited - Food: absolutely great! The sashimi is all fresh, the wait time for the service is good too, doesnt make us wait for long. we chose the premium sashimi package ( as i remember) i would say I enjoy it a lot - Service: They made me feel like I'm a VIP. They talked nice and we felt happy leaving a good tip because they deserve it! Thank you for that - Ambiance: They really take advantage of space for seating, I would say it was comfortable enough! 10/10 for the experience! Will def com back for more

You wouldn't think of it, but when you walk into this place it has such a chill vibe. There's some fun neon colored artwork on the walls, and some fun lighting. The service was great! They'll come check on you a bit, but you also have a sign on your table so you can easily flag them down. They're pretty quick to respond to it as well! We got the specialty drinks of the Espresso Martini, which was something that I've never seen in a sushi restaurant, but this was super smooth and it was a good chill drink. We also got to try the Soju Cider, which literally tastes like a hot toddy. It was pretty fantastic! All the food we ordered was fantastic, but boy, the smoked salmon sashimi and the Blufin Tuna (both Handrolls and Sashimi) we're fantastic. That smokyness of the salmon was great, I just wanted to make it into a Lox on a Bagel. Then that bluefin, oh man, how that thing is tender and melts in your mouth. Also, the Tako, probably the best tako I've had. It's not rubbery, it has a nice crisp to it. Then the Mackerel, it doesn't have that oily fishiness to it, it just takes so fresh. Check this place out! The price for the Sashimi AYCE is definitely worth it!

I visited Sushi Damu on a Friday afternoon for lunch and went with the AYCE Sashimi Menu. If you're dining in during April, they're offering a complimentary drink with that specific menu which is a nice bonus. The sushi came out quickly and was excellent. A few pieces of tuna were still a bit frozen, but that aside, everything tasted fresh and well-prepared. The standouts for me were the bluefin, salmon, and yellowtail in both nigiri and sashimi form. I was also really impressed with the items outside of standard fish, such as octopus nigiri. I don't normally get appetizers at AYCE sushi restaurants, but I wish I ordered more here. Their tempura was fried perfectly with not too much batter. One item I'd highly recommend if you're looking for something different is the yellowtail collar. It was fried to perfection and had a lot of meat on it, making it one of the highlights of the meal. In terms of overall quality, this was the best AYCE sushi experience I've had in the area (and I've tried five or six others nearby). That said, the sashimi tier runs $60 before tax and tip, so it's more of a special occasion meal than a regular lunch option. I do plan on coming back to try their other AYCE tiers as the appetizers and fish quality were solid across the board, so those seem like a great value. The service was great too. Staff were super friendly and attentive, and the food came out very quickly, although it was a weekday lunch so take that with a grain of salt. I appreciated that each table had a little sign you could flip to get your server's attention. The dining area itself was clean and cozy with most tables being booths which added a nice level of comfort to the experience.

We had dinner here on Wednesday night. It wasn't very busy and there was quite a bit of parking in the shopping center that it is located in. The restaurant itself is warm and inviting. A great place to eat and have drinks with friends. The staff is amazingly friendly and helpful. We got the premium AYCE with the sashimi plus. This is totally worth the price. The quality of the sashimi is incredible and may just be my new favorite place for sashimi. We started with some yellowtail collar, baked mussels, mixed tempura and mozzarella. Everything was so delicious especially the mozzarella, which was like a jalapeño popper. We got a round of carpaccio. The colors and the flavors were so good. Next up was the nigiri. The presentation was spot-on and the flavors were wonderful. They even made a bunny out of the shrimp for us since it is almost Easter. The best thing was the sashimi. The best presentation of the entire meal. All of the sashimi was melt in your mouth delicious. We found out the tuna is omakase grade bluefin tuna and that they are the only restaurant in the OC to offer this! We also got to try their two new cocktails. The first was a warm soju cider. And the other was an espresso martini. Definitely two drinks I never thought I would find at a sushi restaurant. Both were delicious. We loved Sushi Damu and cannot wait to go back!

Everything is good, just too expensive. I think they should also add uni into AYCE menu.

Overall it's a great experience here, I would come back just for the service alone. The AYCE sushi is good the first round but after a while like all AUCE places it does get a little boring. Still I would choose this place over all the AYCE sushi places in OC.

I came here late on a Saturday night and had to wait maybe 45 minutes. Luckily they have a Yelp waitlist if you're within 5 miles of the restaurant. They have different tiers you can choose from, choice, premium, sashimi plus. The restaurant itself is pretty small and his located in an okay sized parking lot The service was okay, what I did like was they have these little signs where you point one side to the kitchen if you are ready. Other than that the service was just okay. The quality of the food was good depending on what you got. We did the premium level where the appetizers were included. I would recommend the crispy rice (with spicy tuna) and takoyaki, but I would skip the agedashi tofu and spicy tuna tacos. The agedashi tofu was just fried tofu with a side of sauce, instead of actually sitting in a broth. As for the sushi, the quality of fish is okay but the rice was pretty hard in my opinion. With the premium menu, it is supposed to be premium salmon and blue fin tuna. I am a pretty big fan of salmon so was excited to see the "premium" feature for this menu we picked. The salmon was just okay but the tuna was really good, definitely looked and tasted like toro (fatty tuna). I also enjoyed the scallop nigiri. We got a few hand rolls and out of all of them I liked the salmon and scallop ones the best. I probably wouldn't come back here just because of ht price and quality was not worth paying in my opinion.

Good AYCE sushi joint to get your fix! They have little signs to flag down service which is really convenient and makes the service much better; it was pretty busy when we got there and we still were able to order food without waiting with no food in between. We got the premium AYCE. The quality of fish is sometimes a bit better than most AYCE, but the quality is really inconsistent. Some ootoro pieces were delicious, while some were so bloody and stringy they were hard to eat. The salmon and hamachi had similar inconsistencies. The spicy tuna hand roll was also mostly rice, spice, and barely any fish while the seaweed was soggy. Miso soup was great though. It's pretty packed in the restaurant since it's so busy, but their setup is well thought out. I think the ambiance is similar to most AYCE sushi places. Bathrooms were clean too.

Price: $39.99 (Dinner Price) Overall: I been here a few times and this place is very good quality for AYCE. They also offer a la carte and premium menu. The interior pops out with Neon lighting and chill vibes. Our server was very nice and attentive, asking us how the food was. I love the variety of apps and sushi specialty rolls! I recommend this place for anyone looking for high quality AYCE sushi in OC.

Carpaccio, Sashimi, Salmon collar and Bryan's service is what we came for. (And by the way, dine early so you'll have parking space available for you).

Bri was our server today, she was amazing along with jasmin! Both amazing at their jobs!! Our drinks were always full, our food came out fast but we were never rushed! The food was so yummy too!!! Overall great experience!! Thank you Bri and Jasmin!

Delicious AYCE in Tustin. Mom and I came for a late lunch date around 3 and there was plenty of open seating. Loved the Jen Jen and the spider roll. The salmon collar was delicious as well and the honeymoon roll was our favorite. Wrapped in cucumber, delicious and refreshing. Excited to come back with friends!

Came in on a Thursday for AYCE sushi (and they give you free frosé on Thursdays so we got that). The sushi was really good! Our favorite roll was Jen Jen, but really any roll would be very yummy. For 2 people, they let you order a maximum of 10 rolls and 20 onigiri pieces -- you won't hit the max. We ordered 10 rolls and were STUFFED. The restaurant is pretty, with some paintings glowing in UV light and glowing shelves. Nice vibes, and no wait (on a Thursday)!

Everyone was super friendly and nice. We went with the choice menu. First rounds of the apps was really good. But some were still cold in side. The Takoyaki was crispy outside, but inside the octopus was really cold. It was a cool experience seeing the fire from the dragon roll on fire, cream cheese was a bit much tho. I would say everything else was okay!

The best. I came here with my old coworker and her baby and even the baby loved it!!!! Def the best sushi in OC!

Zanna was so great, kind and supportive with helping us. The food was so good and fresh and the place is so clean!

Went to this restaurant for the first time this evening to celebrate. We looked up all you could eat sushi bars and chose this one. We did the premium for $60 a person. You get 120 minutes to sit and eat and you can haveper person up to 30 pieces of sashimi along with appetizers, nigiri, sushi, rolls, and a few other items. We had great service and enjoyed ourselves. I would recommend this for a special occasion.

We had a great experience at Sushi Damu! The service was fast and the fish was all high quality! Jasime was a great server!

Best Sushi, Sashimi and roll! And server is so kind. I will not hesitate to recommend this place.

Meh. Compared to the other AYCE sushi places, this is probably my least favorite. Upgraded to the premium but the fish quality was still pretty poor. The nigiri was soft and gluey and the rolls were all full sized, the pictures made them seem like they had half orders. The spicy tuna was weird and not a joy to eat. I do like that they incorporate the signs like Brazilian bbq places have to signal the server. Also like that you can join the line online before getting there.

Really enjoyed my experience here. Haven't been since pre covid. Happy to report quality and service are good! Menu got smaller tho but I don't mind that for better quality! Wait was only 10 min surprisingly on Memorial Day weekend. Johan was cool server. Bus boy spilled sauce from a plate all over my table and almost on my date.. he later dropped another drink on the floor next to me. I miss a menu to look at - the website was annoying to navigate.. would rather have a PDF vs scrolling a whole site. We liked the tempura batter on everything. Ikura - I had 8, they were very good! Salmon - is consistently good. Scallop - surprisingly fresh and tasty! I ordered extra of this. Baked rolls - are good - dragon breath and dynamite roll. Happy honeymoon - was wrapped in cucumber. Was refreshing. Salmon collar - Bonus for having it! Don't get the kraage or mozzerella! Don't get spilled on. Hahaah.

I love going here with my dad after my soccer practice. The food is amazing, the servers are so kind, and the music that they play is actually good. (Also there was a really nice hostess, I believe her name is Jasmine! She was so helpful and awesome.)

Haven't been here in a while but coming back with my friend, it was as great as I remember! Food was noteworthy and we loved the music! Nancy and Andres gave us amazing service and were exceptionally attentive, professional, and kind. I would come back for them alone!

Absolutely loved this place! The sushi was top-notch--fresh, flavorful, and you can really taste the quality of the premium fish. Everything we ordered was delicious. I also really appreciated how smooth the ordering process was--the sign system at the table is super convenient and made the whole experience feel seamless. They've got a great drink special too--soju and beer at a price that's honestly a steal. Ambiance is great too! Huge shoutout to our server, Jasmine! She was amazing--super friendly, attentive, and gave great recommendations. Service like that makes all the difference. Can't wait to come back!

Food was fresh, amazing service, and I had a good experience & Jasmin was sweet. I want to come back again

Had such a great time celebrating my cousin's birthday here! The food was so yummy and our waitress Nancy was the best and so accommodatingto our large group! Favorite roll was the dragon's breath. Definitely plan to come back here!

5/5. Great quality of AYCE sushi. Nancy was our server, she was great, attentive, and fast. Would return!

Mai was absolutely fantastic! She stayed on top of our orders, checked in frequently, and kept everything running smoothly--truly attentive service that elevated our dining experience . The food? It's very good. The all‑you‑can‑eat selection offers a great variety--from signature rolls and nigiri to sashimi and izakaya small plates. The fish was fresh, perfectly rice‑to‑seafood ratio on the nigiri, and the larger rolls were flavorful and satisfying. Great ambiance as well. Overall, the quality felt premium for AYCE.

We loved it. First time coming here after apartment hunting. We did the all you can eat, which let's face it, most all you can eat places, you cannot expect the sushi to be amazing. It's usually sub-par. This was not at all. We always go for the premium and stick to nigiri, no rolls. We do like some starters beforehand, their seaweed salad was good, the cucumber salad was fresh and crispy, and the takoyaki were so delicious. They also had fresh/picked (real) wasabi, which is a must order. If you only eat that green pasty stuff made with water, just stop - try the real stuff, you won't regret it. The service was excellent. I love that each table has a stand you flip around for when you want to stop or order more. They are very attentive and came quickly. Ambiance is inviting and intimate, and they play some house music while eating so the vibes are chill. One thing to note, is they can get busy and the parking is limited. We opted this time not to spend extra on items like toro or uni, which we love, but the premium sushi was about $60 per person. It does cost more than your typical AYCE sushi places and I was surprised to find that the premium items I mentioned were not included, not even 1 piece, but the quality of what is included makes up for that. There is not a single thing we ate that seemed off colour or texture (which you can see if the fish has been frozen). Cuts were neat and tidy. Attached pictures of the nigiri we ordered. While everything was delicious, we really loved the Japanese scallop and the mackerel. The selection of nigiri also seemed smaller than other places, but again, quality of the fish was premium - even a predictably chewy and boring item like octopus was good here and not rubber like in most places. For those that like different appetizers (there is a big selection), something cooked, or eat rolls, there is something here for everyone.

If you want ayce but looking for quality, don't come here. They are not consistent with their fish. Some fish is blah. Mussels, tuna, salmon collar was good - everything else is ok/forgettable. Service is pleasant tho. We got checked on multiple times and the time between rounds was adequate despite having a full house. Personally wouldn't come back cuz $120 after tax and tip for two people... the fish quality wasn't as apparent as cheaper spots, (but more melt in mouth places) for example lol =========== 8:16ish sat down 8:20 ordered 8:25 Jen Jen (salmon wrapped around krab/crab) sauce + salmon collar Both yummy, fresh and not fishy 8:43 Baked mussel - yummy, not too mayo-y, but not the hugest mussels either 8:44 Tuna nigiri - some connective tissue in it but the issue was resolved and they gave us complimentary drinks 8:46 yellowtail (not bad but tuna a little better), saba (quite vinegary for me), red snapper (skip) 8:56 unagi - pretty standard, but bae liked it. There was some char, but it didn't melt in my mouth 9:04 - ordered second round 9:09 - monkey ball was satisfying Agedashi tofu is bland af lol it needs to be in the broth, it's served with a dip that doesn't really help. Don't get this 9:15 - salmon albacore and uni nigiri came 9:17 honeymoon

The signature rolls were really solid -- super fresh and flavorful. I wasn't a fan of the tamago though; it was kind of watery and just didn't taste right. Definitely the low point of the meal. Our servers, Johan and Jasmine, were awesome! Super friendly, quick, and made the whole experience feel relaxed and easy. I also loved the strawberry lemonade soju frosé -- surprisingly good and kinda addictive. I'd come back for the rolls and the vibes, just probably wouldn't touch the tamago again.

Very delicious food. The only complaint I have about the food is that the sushi has too much rice compared to the other ayce locations. The service was fast. Overall I kind of recommend it but it's not nice that they secretly put more rice so you can be more full fast.