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Sumo Japanese Restaurant is a premier dining destination in Ventura, CA, offering an authentic Japanese restaurant experience. Our menu features a wide range of traditional Asian restaurant favorites, including mouth-watering sushi, sashimi, and maki rolls. As a top-rated Sushi restaurant, we take pride in serving only the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. Located at 1730 S Victoria Ave, Ventura, CA 93003, our restaurant provides a cozy and intimate atmosphere, perfect for a night out with friends or a romantic evening. Our chefs are dedicated to crafting each dish with precision and care, ensuring a truly unforgettable culinary experience. Whether you're in the mood for a classic Japanese restaurant favorite or something new and exciting, our menu has something for everyone. From spicy tuna rolls to savory ramen bowls, every bite is a testament to our commitment to quality and flavor. Visit us today and discover why Sumo Japanese Restaurant is the go-to destination for Asian restaurant lovers in Ventura, CA. We can't wait to serve you!

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Sumo Japanese Restaurant serves up authentic and flavorful dishes in a cozy atmosphere. Reviewers rave about the fresh sushi, generous portions, and attentive service. While some find the prices a bit steep, most agree it's worth the splurge.

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Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Zomato: 4.3/5

OpenTable: 4.4/5

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Elena L
Elena L -Google user
a year ago
Very popular place, we arrived at 5:30 on Monday and they had almost a full seating. The rolls are average in quality, falling apart when you eat them, but the fish is fresh. I don't recommend the seafood soba, I didn't like it. The staff...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 5Not sure
Reta Bidi
Reta Bidi -Google user
a year ago
I found this sushi place locally and decided to give it a try since they had some good reviews on Yelp but not so good on Yelp but still wanted to give it a try. I have to agree with the Yelpers that 3 stars...Read More
Dine inDinner$20–30Atmosphere: 4
Michelle Reyes
Michelle Reyes -Google user
2 years ago
They have awesome happy hour every day 3-6pm and 8:00-close. Everything on the HH menu is basically under $10 - even my delicious sake cocktail. Their salmon crunch roll and Laker roll (basically its a jalapeno popper made into a sushi roll- even has raw...Read More
Atmosphere: 4
Samet Mutevelli
Samet Mutevelli -Google user
5 years ago
Amazing food, great prices, excellent service. This place deserves 5 stars in all aspects. Their food is tasty and big portions. They also have so many different sushi roll options. Their price, especially in happy hour, is unbeatable. Servers are always asking you if you...Read More
Lauren
Lauren -Google user
2 years ago
I gave this place another try even though poor food experiences in the past, and my opinion did not change. The sushi here is similar to a super market, and the tempura with veggies and shrimp was mainly the batter and extremely oily. Service is...Read More
Dine inDinner
Esteban Guerrero
Esteban Guerrero -Google user
a year ago
They're the best in Ventura County when it comes to rolled sushi and side options. Prices are great as well!!! (reason why I'm always back!)
Dine inDinner$100+Atmosphere: 5Roll
john Barriga
john Barriga -Google user
3 years ago
Came in as a group during closing hours to eat. We were sat down quite quickly and were taken care of. Until the time got closer to closing did everyone started to increase the pace which resulted in some orders coming late or earlier for...Read More
Anchal Sharma
Anchal Sharma -Google user
6 months ago
The food's good, service is nice, and this place is very reasonably priced! ;) can't believe that rhymed 😃
Atmosphere: 4
SJ
SJ -Google user
a year ago
Wow aside from their awesome HH menu, their lunch menu are excellent deals, so much food we had to get togo boxes. Salad dressing was sooo goood, our server Chris is top notch! We brought in a cake and they kept in the fridge while...Read More
Dine inDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 3
Natalie T
Natalie T -Google user
a year ago
Atrocious & rude service. Server decided to instruct us on why we rejected their ice tea, "because it's not sweet", - "No, because it's terrible." - half of our meal came out 10min before the 2nd half, and it was the simpler of the two...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 2
B G
B G -Google user
4 years ago
Love this place. Happy hour gives great prices and a great selection. The service is also very fast. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Vegas roll, crunch roll, Alaskan roll, and albacore roll are some of my faves. Our fav appetizer is the garlic chili...Read More
Thao Phan
Thao Phan -Google user
6 years ago
Small place but crowded. The customer service was alright. They frequently checked if we were comfortable or not; somehow it made us feel too much. Overall the food was delicious. They have happy hour from 3-6pm and 9-11pm I think. The lunch box has...Read More
Lita Gobuyan
Lita Gobuyan -Google user
a month ago
The food is great. We always go to Sumo specially on Sundays after church. We have been going to Sumo since it was open in Ventura , California. The service is always geat. Jonathan, the waiter is wonderful. My 2 year old...Read More
Dine inLunchAtmosphere: 5Bento Box w Sushi N Spicy Tuna Roll, Sesame ChickenHighly recommendPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Carlyn Lee
Carlyn Lee -Google user
6 months ago
Love this place! It was recommended by a coworker. Been twice so far but it's gonna be our family's go-to Sushi spot! Best bang for your buck!
Dine inLunch$50–100Atmosphere: 5
Supreeth Prasad
Supreeth Prasad -Google user
9 months ago
Sumo restaurant is a sushi lover's paradise! Our dining experience was elevated by the exceptional service, particularly from our waitress. While I regrettably didn't catch her name, her expertise and attentiveness were unforgettable. What truly set this visit apart was our waitress's in-depth knowledge of the...Read More
Dine inDinner$30–50Atmosphere: 5Mountain Roll
Carol Hendrix
Carol Hendrix -Google user
7 months ago
One of the best around food is fresh and wow had the lunch special So much food Great value
Atmosphere: 4
Eric Rosenberg
Eric Rosenberg -Google user
4 months ago
I went for lunch on a weekday and sat at the sushi bar. It was a little busy, but not too bad. I found the service a bit slow and the sushi rolls were only loosely put together and several pieces fell apart. That said, prices were...Read More
Dine inLunch$10–20Atmosphere: 5Salmon Kama
reuven bank
reuven bank -Google user
4 months ago
The most affordable sushi in town. The wait can be long for dine in, but the reverse happy hour is worth it. Takeout online ordering options are no-fee. Sushi is good quality, and server staff are helpful and friendly. My biggest concern is that the...Read More
Take outDinner$10–20Atmosphere: 4Salmon KamaPlenty of parkingFree parking lot
Ms Jeni
Ms Jeni -Google user
a month ago
I havent been here for a while so it was nice to see the upgrade of the inside. It's a lot more open. Food is still as good as I remembered! And it's great they have 2 happy hours!
Dine inDinnerAtmosphere: 5
Taylor Wiggins
Taylor Wiggins -Google user
2 months ago
I had made an order for $92 and left a $15 tip. I talked to the manager who was extremely rude! I didn’t get my spicy mayo, I didn’t receive the original order that I had. I spoke to the manager and she said she...Read More
Take outDinner$100+

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