Kuma.

My son and I likes this place, we are not from this atea but we would purposely drive 45mins (one way) just to enjoy the food here. We've been here numerous times, food is alway great, fresh and flavorful, service is inconsistent, I gave 5 stars based on our last visit, and majority of our visit I would say can be 4.5. It is a nice little place to enjoy food and company, special on their outside seating.

Loved it. They made us feel so special with the extra dessert for my husband and my birthday. The sushi was on point and not fishy. It tasted amazing. Definitely coming back again. Thank you guys. All the rolls were outstanding.

Delicious and well crafted sushi and ramen. They were popping on a rainy Saturday, but we still cozied up to the sushi bar and enjoyed quick friendly service. The Garlic Chip roll rocked my palate with super fresh chunks of yellowtail and albacore topped with crispy golden slice of garlic!!! And masago. My partner finishes a sm bowl of tonkotsu ramen with shoyu egg. The Kamu blend of house tea comes complimentary and is smooth and satisfying on a cold day. We’ll be back!!!

Kuma is one of my favorite places to dine. The food is always tasty and the service and atmosphere is great. Highly recommend a visit for authentic ramen as well as sushi etc. Can’t say enough good things about this place.

Kuma was a real fun experience! I had the Yakisoba which I wish we had a picture of but I guess I ate it too fast. Servers were really pleasant and the food came out quickly. The itchy dragon roll was recommended and it did not disappoint. Kids were obviously stoked about the tempura batter dessert cake! Great ambience and I would recommend for a nice family dinner/date night or just a nice meal with a friend.

1st off the staff was pleasant and the atmosphere was awesome. It was a chilly day today and decided to sit outside. The server fired up the pit at our table which was awesome!

Now the food! I ordered a simple tonkotsu pork ramen and an ichi dragon roll. The tonkotsu broth was extremely rich and flavorful as it should be. I could tell they cook their broth for many hours. The noodles were firm just as I like them. I ordered spicy so they gave me a side of a spicy chili paste which gave the dish the fire I wanted. Also got hot green tea that was a mix of different teas. It was good!

Overall I had a great experience with this restaurant. The food came quick and everything tasted wonderful. Very knowledgeable and courteous staff. Il definitely be coming back here next time I'm in the area!

Stopped by because we heard the ramen was pretty darn good, and it was.

The jalapeño poppers are a must if you’re into spicy food, they were pretty great. The sushi was also very good, fresh.

We will be repeat customers, for sure. Staff was friendly and helpful with the outdoor heating. Cozy, cute and the outside seating is great.

3/1/24

They have redone part of their outdoor seating to include fireplaces and more heaters, which I appreciate because we love sitting outside. We have been going here for the last several years, typically at least once a month, sometimes more, and we absolutely love it if you have not tried the spot, and you were in the area, stop by!

Always top notch!! We sat at the sushi bar and ordered on the fly. Edamame, Dragon Roll, Wagyu Nigiri, Veggie Tempura Roll all customized with Wagyu on top…the goods just kept coming in! Topped it off with a matcha crème brûlée!

First time there and everything was great! Great atmosphere, great food, great customer service! Think we found our new spot! Oh, and prices were good. We did their lunch special which was a small bowl and a sushi roll for under 25.

Best sushi I’ve had in probably 3 years. I can’t remember where it was better so it might have been further in the past. Well, you know you’re in California when you ask Julia at the ace hardware where the best restaurant is, and she recommends a sushi spot on a side street. I had the special, roll and a bowl. The crunchy eel and the beef ramen more than filled my tank. If you get the chance, this place is a bright spot to experience. The waitress and chef were super friendly and the outdoor patio was decorated artistically. It had enough quirkiness to be considered modern art. Los Osos is a great little town meaning the bears and Kuma is Japanese for bear. Very Californian indeed. Enjoy!

I've been visiting Kuma anytime I'm in the area for the past 5 years or so and I can say it's some of the best sushi I've ever had. Highly recommend their Sushi and Ramen as well as the spicy edamame. It is absolutely delicious! Their simple rolls are their best- they load them up with extra fish on top! So fresh and delicious! Grab a bottle of wine and 👌

My wife and I reflect on coming to this restaurant often. We visited 4 years ago and it’s still our favorite sushi restaurant we’ve been to. The amount of fish they give for each piece is amazing. Just incredible sushi

I don't want to exaggerate, but this may be my favorite restaurant I've ever been to. The food is phenomenal. I have not had one thing from Kuma that I did not absolutely love. The flavors of all their ramen broths, the pork belly fried rice, the appetizers, the rolls and sashimi. Everything is made fresh to order, using extremely high quality ingredients. The service is always great and the location is so cool. The vibes of this place are IMMACULATE. If you're even within an hour drive of this place, make the drive and eat here. Make sure to finish off your meal with the green tea ice cream. It's pretty much the perfect dessert.

Delicious Ramen. Fun and efficient host. Terrific vibe, decor, and in/out dining options. Afternoon specials and Sake! Yum. Great value.

My family and I come as often as we are fiscally allowed. They have awesome ramen and sushi. Here are some of our favorites:

Tonkotsu Ramen with Shoyu Egg , Nori, and Curry Butter- 15 + 4.50 for add-ons
I always think of ordering something different, but this ramen is incredibly satisfying, no matter the weather or season. The broth is very rich and unctuous, the egg is soft boiled so you get the oozing yolk that thickens the broth and coats the noodles. The curry butter adds to the richness and adds a wonderful spice, almost turning the broth into a sauce. Huge flavor and satiation!

Garlic Chip Roll 18
My wife’s favorite and a terrible idea for a first date. Obviously garlic forward, with a great crunch, but the sushi itself is very generous, with tons of tuna and salmon. The sauces on it are not overly sweet and their savoriness compliments the heat of the garlic and sweet/vinegary rice.

Tuna Roll/Salmon Roll 12/9
Simple rolls! Generous dollop of extra fish on top, as well. Clean eating!

Pork Belly Fried Rice 12
My brother-in-laws favorite. Teppanyaki fried rice with another beautiful, sunny side up egg on top. It’s got that liquid yolk that you know and love. Someone told me that people don’t like runny yolks? I’ll pray for them, for healing.

I’ve heard great things about Kuma and finally went to Los Osos to check it out. They did not disappoint. The sushi is extravagant with ingredients that come through as fresh and local. The staff were all lovely and friendly, and they even gave my wife a complimentary green tea ice cream for being a new mother.
Absolutely incredible. 10/10.
Constructive criticism for Kuma - your menu is too complex, you could probably trim 20 items off of it. Your non-alcoholic beverage selection is really bad, maybe get a kombucha on tap!

Shame on me for judging a book by it's cover:
A bunch of young, tattooed, 20-something punks running a restaurant on a Sunday...?
This evening turned out to be, not only one of the best (and least expensive) meals we've had on the Central Coast, but some of the most genuine and friendly service by ALL of the wait staff!
Well done, gentlemen! Thank you!

Heavenly. We walked in to find a beautiful hidden spot, behind an art gallery. Taj Mahal was on the speakers. The sushi was so good. The pitcher or Asahi hit the spot for the group. We had a great time and got so much food we had to take some of the rolls on ice and eat them. Would not waste a single bite!!! The hibachi was 💯 too. And thanks to our awesome servers, we had a great time.

My first time in the area with a friend who is a local. He highly recommend and we ended up coming here twice this week! Both times had an amazing experience with all different staff members.
The food is an 11/10 and they were fantastic at accommodating for allergies. Itchy Dragon roll is fire. Will be back and would 1,000% recommend. Left happy and with full bellies!

Wow!

Let me start of with entering into this quaint little joint; the entrance takes you to a back entrance alley greeted by beautiful lights and a decorated patio—filled with the essence of a calm and peaceful Japanese bonsai garden.

Walking into the ordering area, I was greeted by very cordial waiters that showed true personality and sincerity. I then proceeded to order my meal in which free hot tea that is real leaf brewed was included.

The ramen took less than 5 minutes to arrive at our table; nice and warm, I soaked my spoon into what was the most perfect ramen I have had in my life. The broth was salty but not overwhelming and the chicken was tender but not too soft where it falls fully apart.

Moving to the matcha iced tea: WOW! Phenomenal tea, phenomenal food, phenomenal atmosphere and a relatively affordable price.

Lastly, the rolls here were some of the best I have ever had (although my sushi intake is very limited); they use real wasabi not horseradish.

Overall, I was extremely delighted to discover this beautiful Japanese restaurant and will definitely be coming back again.