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Gen Kai Japanese Restaurant


4.0 of 5 stars 18 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: Japanese
  • 34143 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629-2808
  • (949) 240-2004

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5 of 5 stars
GreekandSwede   5 contributions
Capitola, CA
Jun 10, 2009

Atmosphere amazing. Sit at the bar and have your very own chef. They're all Japanese! I know that sounds silly, but it really made the night for us. Very, very good Sushi. Can't wait to go back. more

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5 of 5 stars
lvsushi   1 contribution
Laguna Beach, CA
Apr 6, 2009

Went Friday night - very busy - but not a long wait. I love sushi and have been to many places on So Cal. This is by far my favorite. Must try DaBomb. It is da best! Sushi is fresh and chefs are great. more

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5 of 5 stars
Bizztravel   48 contributions
Dana Point, CA
Mar 21, 2009

I have lived in Dana Point for over 20 years, and am 1/2 Japanese. I have eaten sushi most of my life. It is one of the best places there is. Real Japanese sushi chefs and fresh fish. People line up outside before it opens to get a spot at the sushi bar, especially on weekends. These days, I sit... more

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5 of 5 stars
usatraveller9979   4 contributions
chicago
Mar 4, 2009

Gen Kai is not just my favorite sushi place in Orange County, it's my favorite anywhere! I lived in Dana Point for a few years and went to Gen Kai quite often. It's sushi is fresh, inventive and absolutely delicious! I've moved since then and still crave Gen Kai sushi. I highly recommend it! more

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5 of 5 stars
LocalFoodie1   3 contributions
dana point
Aug 19, 2008

I'm picky about raw fish and this is the only restaurant I will eat sushi- they are busy, with excellent service and a good crowd. Well run restaurant that is sure to please and satify. Try their Sushi Burrito or the Volcano- amazing more

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1 of 5 stars
nicporter99   1 contribution
Dana Point, CA
Jul 11, 2008

We would never return to this restaurant! The service was horrible, the food was less than sub par....I can't imagine anyone giving this place a second chance. more

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5 of 5 stars
Trojans6411   1 contribution
Santa Barbara
Jul 6, 2008

I Have been eating Sushi and Sashimi for over 25 years in at least 50 cities and will say without a doubt the 100 or so times I've eaten at Gen Kai were the best! Honestly I found one small place in Morro Bay in a small Marina and one place in Clearwater beach that were very good, but nothing... more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jun 17, 2008

Such a cute place...sushi is delicious and is one of our favorite places to eat in Dana Point. more

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4 of 5 stars
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Jan 4, 2008

Good sushi in a fun, bustling setting more

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5 of 5 stars
Spyderwood   172 contributions
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Sep 29, 2007

I've eaten here a few times over the years, and this place has never disappointed. It has been a while since I've been there, but it sounds like they are still going strong. Even though it's been a while for me, I had to make this post, because this was the place, many years ago, that really turned me on... more

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Gen Kai Japanese Restaurant Address

34143 Pacific Coast Hwy, Dana Point, CA 92629-2808
Tel: (949) 240-2004
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.