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TAIKUN Omakase - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, CA

TAIKUN Omakase - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

5 (15)
$50 and over
Japanese
One Ritz Carlton Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
New York City’s Taikun Sushi has returned to the resort, and Chef Yasu Iwai is delivering a new culinary experience sure to impress. This intimate and immersive 16-course culinary journey sources only the finest ingredients, and a meticulously crafted menu will rotate to showcase the incredible diversity of seasons and textures.

All seats are at the Omakase counter. Two seatings are offered 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–7:00 pm Tue–Sat 8:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 489-5833
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • 16-course Culinary Journey

    $286.70 per person

    Prepaid

    Jan 15, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025
    New York City’s Taikun Sushi has returned to the resort, and Chef Yasu Iwai is delivering a new culinary experience sure to impress. This intimate and immersive 16-course culinary journey sources only the finest ingredients, and a meticulously crafted menu will rotate to showcase the incredible diversity of seasons and textures. Due to the nature of the experience, we cannot accommodate vegan or vegetarian guests. Kindly let us know of any dietary constraints or if you are celebrating a special occasion. We are looking forward to hosting you! Two seatings are offered 5:30pm and 8:00pm.

Menu

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What 15 people are saying

TAIKUN Omakase - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

5.0
5.0 based on recent ratings
  • 5.0Food
  • 5.0Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Orange County

    Best Overall

  • Orange County

    Best Food

  • Orange County

    Best Service

  • Orange County

    Best Ambiance

  • Orange County

    Best Value

  • Orange County

    Romantic

  • Orange County

    Japanese

  • South Orange County

    Best Overall

  • South Orange County

    Best Food

  • South Orange County

    Best Service

  • South Orange County

    Best Ambiance

  • South Orange County

    Best Value

  • South Orange County

    Innovative

  • South Orange County

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
TAIKUN Omakase at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel offers an "exquisite intimate setting" with sushi as an "extraordinary dining experience." Guests rave about Chef Yasu and host Adrian, describing the atmosphere as "intimate and refined." Each visit is unique, with inventive flavors and "phenomenal" service. Perfect for sushi enthusiasts.
15 Reviews

  1. Anne VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our favorite sushi restaurant of all time! We have been fortunate enough to dine all over the world and we can’t say enough wonderful things about our experience at Taikun. The host and chef are incredible and the food is out of this world!

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  2. Roger

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an amazing experience. Every dish was thoughtfuly explained and the beauty of the room was spectacular.

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  3. Martha

    Orange County5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exquisite intimate setting. Sushi was an experience. We’ve been several times and the food is totally different each time. Pleasurable is the best way to explain the evening

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  4. ErikaV

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Yasu was spectacular! Absolutely loved our experience dinning here.

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  5. Gina VIP

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an extraordinary dining experience, a complete sensory journey. The staff are knowledgeable, warm and fun. The atmosphere feels intimate and refined. The sushi here is a work of art, crafted with inventive flavor combinations and beautifully presented. I have dined here 3 times and look forward to the next time.

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  6. Meridith VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a special dinner with my brother and sister in law. Food was fantastic. The chef and host (server) was such a delight. It’s a very private dining experience. Every course was excellent - we also had the pairing which was also fantastic. If I return to the ritz I would return to Taikun!

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  7. John VIP

    San Diego37 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful meal. We had fish that we never had. The place only holds 8 people.

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  8. Parker

    Denver / Colorado3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a must if you like Sushi, and want to expand your tastebuds. Everything was phenomenal and Adrian and Chef are awesome people.

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  9. Richard

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing unique experience that can’t be repeated anywhere else

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  10. Clint and Louise VIP

    San Diego31 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Adrian Taylor is a truly remarkable and personable host. Chef Yasu is superb!

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FAQs

TAIKUN Omakase - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel is rated 5 stars by 15 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  5. Dana Point / Monarch Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for TAIKUN Omakase - The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

One Ritz Carlton Dr, Dana Point, CA 92629

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Dana Point / Monarch Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–7:00 pm Tue–Sat 8:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
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