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Mirin Cafe, the premier Japanese restaurant and Sushi restaurant in Escondido, CA, invites you to experience the authentic flavors of Japan. Located at 1555 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92027, our cozy cafe offers a serene atmosphere perfect for a night out with friends or a romantic evening. Indulge in our extensive menu featuring an array of traditional Japanese dishes, including mouth-watering sushi, ramen, and bento boxes. Our skilled chefs use only the freshest ingredients to craft each dish, ensuring a truly unforgettable culinary experience. At Mirin Cafe, we're dedicated to providing exceptional service and a warm welcome to every guest. Whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch or a leisurely dinner, our friendly staff will attend to your every need. Join us today and discover why Mirin Cafe is the go-to destination for Japanese cuisine in Escondido. We look forward to serving you!

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Thao Vu
Thao Vu -Google user
2 years ago
First of all, it’s not expensive at all. I am in love with Asian food and have tried tons of Asian cuisine restaurants. Japanese is my favorite but I always think twice before going to a Japanese restaurant due to its expensiveness. One $ rate...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 5Black Garlic Ramen, Cucumber Salad, Brussels Sprouts Tempura
Eric Yang
Eric Yang -Google user
a year ago
Great ramen place in Escondido. It seems to be on the site of a former fast food restaurant since there's a drive through, but they've repurposed it well and use it now as a takeout for ramen :), very smart idea. The ramen is great,...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Special Mirin's Ramen with Tonkotsu Pork, Tonkontsu Ramen
Rowena Valle
Rowena Valle -Google user
6 years ago
The food here is good and cheap. This is my husband and I go to spot for ramen if we dont feel like driving to Kearney Mesa. The service is always friendly and the food is fresh. Prices are very reasonable
Erik Aguon
Erik Aguon -Google user
6 years ago
ONE word. ONE syllable. WOW! We did not expect the quality and flavor of the food served out of here. We are new to the neighborhood and landed here after asking Google for *Japanese food near me". A little leary because the sign outside...Read More
Joella Fang
Joella Fang -Google user
a year ago
Nice little Japanese food restaurant . Good price ,portion is nice, price is good . Good for quick bite. Miso soup a little salty. Fry stuff a little hard. Chicken a little dry. Ramen and noodle is just right.
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Vida Lincoln
Vida Lincoln -Google user
2 years ago
Waiter was super nice and the workers greeted us with smiles. The food was great and super warm. The inside is super cute and clean, they also play good music. I would go again and I highly recommend!!!
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5
Genevieve Martinez
Genevieve Martinez -Google user
3 years ago
What a delightful surprise. I came here and ordered a salmon roll ... and my friends ordered 2 different items and I was able to taste those and oh my God black pepper salad was phenomenal and the chicken curry Katsu was delicious. The steamed...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Parking is right outfront and easy to park.
Frank Tupas
Frank Tupas -Google user
6 years ago
Really liked this place! Great food and friendly service here. Was a bit hard to find but that wasn't a big deal. The Mirin in the ramen was definitely brought some heat but wasn't off putting. The pork gyoza was so good we made two...Read More
Harrison Brown
Harrison Brown -Google user
4 years ago
Absolutely love this place. It's a little pricey but more than worth it. I love getting the teriyaki chicken yakiudon here but they offer something for everyone the menu is extensive. Mostly friendly staff, clean, they offer drive thru as well but you need to...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20
Credimiv
Credimiv -Google user
5 years ago
Fast and friendly service. Food is awesome! If you're looking for a nice cozy place to relax and enjoy yourself. Please give this place a try.
Jalen Sellars
Jalen Sellars -Google user
2 years ago
Nice cute small space for sushi amazing vibe and great to take someone out on a date to I highly recommend their lemon salmon roll.
Savanna
Savanna -Google user
8 months ago
I love their Vietnamese coffee, it’s perfectly strong and sweet, and if you like salty with your sweet you can request the cheese foam on top. I wish they opened earlier so I could get some on my way to work sometimes (‘:
Take outOther$1–10Atmosphere: 5
Julez V
Julez V -Google user
Edited 2 years ago
They have drastically improved 180° from the last time I was here ! They were never bad to begin with but WOW. Crazy difference in sizes of sushi & everything! I definitely recommend the soft shell crab roll it was out of this world! And...Read More
Dine inLunch$20–30Atmosphere: 5
Paquita P
Paquita P -Google user
a year ago
Rainy day so I decided on ramen for dinner. I arrived around 5:30 and by the time I left all tables were full. I really enjoyed my black garlic ramen with an appetizer order of brussel sprouts. The tea egg was perfection. I ordered an...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 4
Mandy Ungersma
Mandy Ungersma -Google user
Edited 2 years ago
Always excellent Ramen!!! I always get the black garlic tonkatsu Ramen. It is super flavorful. And my husband gets the chicken and steak teriyaki bowl which is very simple but also delicious.
Dine inDinner$10–20Black Garlic Ramen
CA Kitchen Exhaust Office
CA Kitchen Exhaust Office -Google user
5 years ago
Just had some tacos here and they are delicious! Highly recommend. I’ve also had the fried rice before and it was really good.
Shae Fox
Shae Fox -Google user
5 years ago
I love when I find a restaurant truly fearless when it comes to playing with recipes. Haven't been you've got to try the bowl of ramen is perfect on a cold/wet day
Loly Maher
Loly Maher -Google user
3 years ago
The order was delicious but Also the guy who helped us was awesome and very nice person and want to thank them a lot 🌹 …
And. “Moose” Go.
And. “Moose” Go. -Google user
Edited 7 years ago
They have vegetarian options. They now serve beer/sake. I've tried about half of the menu and it's all been solid. It's small and quaint. The staff is great. The service is good. They do take-out. Yes, they have a drive through window, but DO NOT USE THIS LIKE FAST FOOD. Use it...Read More
Andrea Young
Andrea Young -Google user
2 years ago
Great music, great people all around, great atmosphere. Not a single person in sight without a smile. The staff truly make this place somewhere to remember, and I will always come back. Thank you Sandra for your incredible service, energy, and spontaneous personality. The food...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Plenty of parkingFree parking lotAwesome.
Noemi Ortiz
Noemi Ortiz -Google user
2 years ago
I loved the food here it is so delicious! They give a decent portion too unlike other places you get your money's worth here! Definitely come back again. I would recommend to try the ramen delicious 😋
Atmosphere: 4
Andie Leslie
Andie Leslie -Google user
3 years ago
Really great flavorful sushi! Local, friendly and attentive staff, and yummy sushi rolls! The fish tasted fresh and had good texture the fried California roll was perfectly crispy on the outside without overpowering the flavor of the fish and nori. Definitely will be back!
David Tayag
David Tayag -Google user
3 years ago
This place is so good! Love the atmosphere too. I ordered the chicken terriyaki entree. It came with miso soup, rice, and green salad. The people there are super nice. Definitely recommend.
Nichole Larson
Nichole Larson -Google user
2 years ago
A small place but it was very good. I normally don't love Ramen but I really enjoyed the Shoyu.
Food:…
Acea Ferguson
Acea Ferguson -Google user
Edited 6 years ago
LOVE THIS PLACE. They're friendly and have great food. Our waiter even gave us riddles to figure out while we waited 😂 …
kristin w
kristin w -Google user
6 years ago
An absolute hidden gem in Escondido! If you haven't been, YOU👏ARE👏MISSING👏OUT!👏 Seriously! Best tasting, most flavorful broth in your ramen you could ever hope for. Small, cozy interior with an absolutely fantastic staff who are both …
Sav Y
Sav Y -Google user
a month ago
Such a delicious place to grab a bite to eat! Service is amazing, the guys that work there are truly just the sweetest and very attentive, really enjoyed stumbling upon this cute little gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Dillian England
Dillian England -Google user
3 weeks ago
Mirin Cafe is my go-to Sushi spot! Awesome food, great experience EVERYTIME I go here. I have been here 20+ times and no matter what I have ordered the food is good.
Atmosphere: 5
Dan Brooks
Dan Brooks -Google user
3 months ago
This is one of our favorite places to eat for flavors are amazing and they are definitely one of the hardest working kitchens I recommend it highly two locations Escondido and vista
$10–20Atmosphere: 43-4 peopleIndoor dining area
kemi akoni
kemi akoni -Google user
4 months ago
Delicious food, great service, definitely worth a visit

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Highlights

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Accessibility

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Atmosphere

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