i don't entirely agree with last review. we have tried it several times. not the greatest japanese, though not the worst. service was subpar, and food quality lacking. atmosphere ...

Although the restaurant was not busy, I waited 10-minutes to be noticed by the staff for seating. The hostess never did appear. The wait was not worth it! The food is by far the worst I have ever had. The sushi falls apart so you wind up with a mound of mush. The seafood casserole is a pre-processed shredded fish-type substance coated in grease and served over shrimp with the tails still on them. The Miso tastes like it came straight out of a box and had tepid water added to it. They don't even cover the dishes as they bring them to you for cleanliness and to preserve heat and flavor. Not that these are flavors I'd want to preserve. The appetizers are served moments before the meal, which is served at the same time as the salad and fruit. The check comes as you take your first bites and they do not bring you change but asume it is a tip. They do not encourage you to take your left-overs with you, either. You have to ask for a take-out container which you have to fill yourself if you're lucky enough to get one. I had no problem abandoning my leftovers which I suspect they throw back into the cooker to be re-served to the next unfortunate, unsuspecting diner to walk through the door. Overpriced, poorly prepared, terribly served... I can't say enough as a warning. DO NOT GO TO TAK-O IN SAN CLEMENTE!! You will be incredibly disappointed if you do!

If you're looking for a great Japanese restaurant with the right environment I would definitely suggest Taka-O. This restaurant has great Sushi and everything else you would expect ...

ack to my seat I counted my change and noticed it wasn't right. I went up to a waiter and told him I think I got the wrong change and he said oh you have to talk to the bartender I ...

This place is my hands down favorite for sushi! The Hummingbird special is to die for, the baked muscles are the best I've ever had and the tuna tataki appetizer is awesome! Worth the wait!!!