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Roys la Jolla

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Local(858) 455-1616

8670 Genesee Ave
San Diego, CA 92122

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Roys la Jolla
Local(858) 455-1616

8670 Genesee Ave
San Diego, CA 92122

http://www.roysrestaurant.com

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For three star Hawaiian, try Roy's La Jolla in La Jolla. This inexpensive establishment is one of the popular restaurants in the area. It's been awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence award. This place features a singles scene. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a family atmosphere. This place features private rooms, a full bar, and fine wines. This restaurant is good for groups.

User Reviews of Roys la Jolla

Yelp.com Review - by nikki l.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this place so much I insist on it for my birthdays and my anniversary dinners. I love the prix fixed menus and always order from there. I have never ever been disappointed by what I have been...
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Emily Y.

5.0 of 5 stars. 4 1/2 stars. loved it. the molten chocolate cake is a must. The only reason why I only give it 4 1/2 is because at other places I've had phenomenal sushi which warrants a 5.
yelp.com - user review - 05/12/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kathleen P.

5.0 of 5 stars. Service: Wonderful. Knowledgeable, pleasant, and classy.Food: Always great. I don't think you can really go wrong with any of the dishes they serve here; everything is tasty and fresh. The scallops...
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Veronica A.

5.0 of 5 stars. My favorite restaurant in San Diego!!! :D I looove this place. The taste of hawaiian fushion is to die for. Very delicate, not over powering, fresh ingredients and their dishes just melt in your...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Faye L.

3.0 of 5 stars. My friend Jen and I both each had a $20 gift card that was sent to us in the mail by Roys. No min purchase necessary and you can use the $20 gift card on food or drinks! So 1 star right there. I also...
yelp.com - user review - 04/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Juli S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Roys is great, I live nearby, so I visit every few weeks. The food here is a expensive, and in my opinion, somewhat overpriced, but it is comparable to other restaurants of the same quality in La...
yelp.com - user review - 04/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by a s.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've gone to this location several times, and one thing I love about the Roy's chain is their consistency. While the view is not as great as Hawaii, and the waiters are not as good looking, the food...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Aya T.

3.0 of 5 stars. People really love Roy's but I think it's pricey for food that is just slightly above average in taste. I tried the mixed plate trio of fish... citrus grilled salmon, miso butterfish and the blackened...
yelp.com - user review - 04/08/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by KING J.

5.0 of 5 stars. Probably one of my favorites!It's all about the BUTTER FISH BABY!
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Andy U.

3.0 of 5 stars. So this past weekend was my first venture into Hawaiian Fusion. So I heard that there are two locations in San Diego, one in Downtown and the other in La Jolla. This review is obviously for the La...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Samer K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Crystal, Cat and Dave are fantastic at the sushi bar. I can always count on the best sushi in San Diego. The prix fix menu is an outstanding value for the exceptional cuisine, if your in mood for a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Mo L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Fun atmosphere and great service, everything was great, can't wait to go back:)
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Ciejay S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Still a 5 out of 5 but I have to tell all the lady's about the 1988 martini. it's dee-fuckin-licious.
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Rae N.

5.0 of 5 stars. Roys is one of my favorite restaurants for gourmet island food. The only drawback is the pricey menu and drink items. However since adding myself to their email list, I now receive "specials" alerts...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Kathleen B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I actually enjoyed the two appetizers I had more than the entrees. Lakinilau (sp?) roll (kobe beef ponzu) you won't be sorry. p.s. Whilst reading the other reviews.. I really can't comment on the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jarrod J.

5.0 of 5 stars. The sushi is awesome. The service that Crystal, Cat, and David provide is even better. They always my me feel like someone special.
yelp.com - user review - 03/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Diana M.

1.0 of 5 stars. Very Very horrible place to dine especially for a business venue. They are very good in ripping people off.I booked reservation for a group of 13 people under my boss's name in the main dining area....
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Richard K.

1.0 of 5 stars. Good restaurant now a bad chain of restaurants. The original Roy's in Hawaii was good but every Roy's that I have been to since they became a chain is very overpriced, rude servers that only care...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by P J.

4.0 of 5 stars. I was at Roy's just recently and wanted to make sure our server, Mike, got the props he deserves. Very polite & helpful with recommendations for the entrees and the wine. In fact, the entire staff...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Patrick L.

3.0 of 5 stars. Very over rated.I've been here a few times for other people's events and always found it average at best.The food is not terribly innovative (maybe 20 years ago it would have been). Portions are...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Miguel V.

3.0 of 5 stars. I gotta be honest, I wrestled with this one. It was either 3 or 4 stars, maybe even with a 3.5 disclaimer. However, all things considered, this was a pretty solid 3 star experience. Came here this...
yelp.com - user review - 02/14/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Luke B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I had eaten at Roy's once before in New York. The quality of the fish and the creativeness of the dishes were excellent, as I had remembered. The dishes were executed very well. The service was...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by E V.

3.0 of 5 stars. Roy's was great! My fish was fresh and wonderful. I was with a big group for a baby shower and they treated us very well. The staff gave us plenty of time and great service. I suggest this place...
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Renee C.

3.0 of 5 stars. Great seafood. The tasting 3 course prefix ain't bad. I do like the chocolate decadence at the end. I also like the butterfish...very fresh and melts in your mouth.
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Jill W.

3.0 of 5 stars. I had lunch at Roy's today, and since they'd paid for many lunches, and it was my turn, I thought I'd treat us good by skipping Red Robbin, Cozymel's and all the other middle-of-the-road gruel the UTC...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by kay c.

5.0 of 5 stars. Roy's Melting Hot Chocolate Souffle, enough said.... :) I frequent this place often and the prefix dinner never fails... The prefix menu I choose consist of the following: Appetizer :Roasted Corn &...
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by meg r.

4.0 of 5 stars. Yay for Roy's! I came here for restaurant week. I drive by Roy's all the time. I live about a mile from it. I always see the tiki torches and want to eat there, but I talk myself out of it because...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by B N.

2.0 of 5 stars. Wasn't too impressed with this place, maybe wasn't into their fusion flavor, although the restaurant is very nice so being nice I give it 2 stars, but the portions as seen in the picture and just...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by TWOdMa X.

4.0 of 5 stars. Well.. not much to say here except 'wow', the food is great. I would recommend any of the fish dishes, but try the misoyaki butter fish because you rarely see it any place else.As other have said,...
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by ben j.

5.0 of 5 stars. Roy's offers you the best in Pacific Rim Cuisine in San Diego. Combining the freshest of seafood with a Hawaiian-Asian Flair Roy's is a great dining experience. The service is always exceptional....
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Yilian P.

5.0 of 5 stars. Oh Roy's... oh so expensive but oh so good. There are two sushi rolls that I recommend everyone trying. The first is the Lakanilau Roll, the seared kobe beef wrapped around snow crab, tempura...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by M L.

5.0 of 5 stars. As recommended by a friend, I went to Roy's for "food that blows my mind away." I asked the friend to recommend a place that has food that blows my mind away. Roy's did not fail in blowing my mind...
yelp.com - user review - 12/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Trisha Eve J.

4.0 of 5 stars. This was the second place I went to for my birthday, but four days after my actual birthday. It was kind of a joint birthday for me and my friend Brian (his was on the 4th). I had made the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by bruce w.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is fantastic! The service is always top-notch, and the food never disappoints. They have a 3 course meal special for 35$ and you get to choose a combination from the choices they give you....
yelp.com - user review - 12/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Gino T.

5.0 of 5 stars. I loved this place.First off, we didn't have reservations and it was a Saturday night so they said it would be at least 20 minutes before we would be seated. We went to the bar and had some wine and...
yelp.com - user review - 12/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Dave W.

5.0 of 5 stars. Wow! I went to Roy's tonight for a business dinner and left very impressed. The wine list, food and service were all great. All four of us left very satisfied. We started with a bottle of the Caymus...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by James P.

4.0 of 5 stars. The Roy's in the Costa Verde center never seems to disappoint. My wife and I have been to the one on Topanga in the Valley, but this one seems to be consistently better. They always cook their fish...
yelp.com - user review - 11/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ashley W.

5.0 of 5 stars. My friends and I decided to drive all the way from Irvine to San Diego so it had better be good! Oh boy, my experience was good alright.Wow. Roy's never failed me. I've been to five different Roy's...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nicki O.

5.0 of 5 stars. I have been to Roy's 3 times now and I love it! The butterfish is amazing, the Chocolate Souffle dessert is mouth-wateringly decadent and the "Sunrise at Haleakala" sushi roll is delicious. So is the...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2008
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Delicious by Gina R. at InsiderPages

Roy's has a very upscale environment serving great hawaiian fusion food. I have been to many Roy's locations (Waikaloa, Hawaii, San Francisco, CA, La Jolla, CA) and have never had a bad experience. Their Boat...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Sean L.

5.0 of 5 stars. I've fallen in love with my meal?! It's true. If the love of my life were to break up with me here and leave me at the dinner table alone, it would be a clear decision to let her go and I am pretty...
yelp.com - user review - 11/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by jonathan b.

5.0 of 5 stars. Food is great, have nothing to complain about...Try the sushi is phenomenal
yelp.com - user review - 11/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Team K.

5.0 of 5 stars. This is by far my fave restaurant! Yummers! Fresh food done fusion style (but not too crazy). The chocolate volcano type dessert is to die for. The locale is nothing exciting (in a mini mall) but does...
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Samantha S.

4.0 of 5 stars. What can I say about Roy's? Very good food and great service. My family goes to this place when my mom and dad come into town. We have taken the kids, ages 3, 11, and 13 at the time. Yes Roy's...
yelp.com - user review - 10/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Eveline S.

3.0 of 5 stars. Am I a snob? I feel like I'm a snob because I'm about to write a less-than-glowing review about what was one of my favorite upscale restaurants when I was in Philadelphia.Something about this...
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Frederick H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Went here for my step-father-in-law's birthday.The waiter was not flamboyant enough for a restaurant this nice (not that there's anything wrong with that), but he was knowledgeable and friendly and...
yelp.com - user review - 09/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by M L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Definitely one of my favorite restaurants to visit in San Diego. Their only flaw is their service is incredibly slow. World record breaking slow. I've been there so many times and had over 2 hr...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Allison J.

5.0 of 5 stars. probably one of my favorite restaurants due to the chocolate lava cake! you have to order it 20 minutes in advance, but trust me, it is worth it!Every time I come here I order the lobster potstickers...
yelp.com - user review - 09/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by V R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Wonderful and attentive service!Would def recommend this place for anyone wanting special service with attention to detail!
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jonathan L.

3.0 of 5 stars. I probably would've given this place a higher rating if I haven't been to so many of the Roy's locations so many times - especially the one in San Diego. They have a limited menu option that is very...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Karen Y.

2.0 of 5 stars. oh roy yamaguchi, what did you let them do to your restaurant? why do you still allow your name to be associated with this place anymore?i remember the good ol' roy's days when roy's was a superb...
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Amber K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Any restaurant that makes me feel like I'm somewhere tropical makes me happy and gets 5 stars in return! Love the Hawaiian-fusion-ness! I drive by Roy's on a weekly basis and their flaming tiki...
yelp.com - user review - 08/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kayla C.

3.0 of 5 stars. I went here twice, and dont remember much of it, only the fillet mignon was very delicious and the SOUFFFLE was soooo good. the best i've ever tasted. It was pretty pricy and since I dont remember...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lauretta L.

4.0 of 5 stars. I ate here a while ago so just a warning that my review won't be very detailed. The server was very nice and upbeat, I liked him a lot. We ordered a sushi roll with avocado, shrimp tempura,...
yelp.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ann L.

3.0 of 5 stars. I probably wouldn't go this place again. The food isn't that special, but it isn't BAD. My experience here was okay.
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alexi H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Oh man, the risotto here is unbelievable! My mouth waters just thinking of it. The prix fixe menu is always interesting and a real bargain relative to the rest of the menu, and it's a great way to get...
yelp.com - user review - 08/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jessica H.

4.0 of 5 stars. Been here twice. First time I came with my parents and I remember the food being "to die for". We had the prix fixe I believe and everything came out perfectly! Dessert was delicious as well. Second...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alan R.

3.0 of 5 stars. The real star here is the apps, but superb sushi- the Kobe wrap alternatives for example are exceptional, and while pricey, a perfect treat that should definitely be indulged in. Ribs are great....
yelp.com - user review - 07/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by James C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Sorry Roy, I just can't give you cinco estrellas.If you've had Hawaiian food before, you know it can jack your ass up.You start eating some fatty ribs, followed by some shredded pork, throw in two...
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Cryetti C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great food, service, location and ambiance. This place is a bit pricey, but if you want to check it out, lunch would be the best bet, as there is a lunch (half of dinner portion) entrees and prix fix...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nicole Q.

4.0 of 5 stars. High-end Hawaiian food is at its best at Roy's. I came here for a Valentines Dinner with the mister the weekend before Valentines Day (to avoid the crowds--yes, we're smart people). Everything at...
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Samantha W.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been here about 3 times in recent months, and haven't been disappointed any of those times.Most recent was last night and as usual, food was good and service was attentive and excellent. Kind of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kiki B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Yummmm. Everything I've tried here is delicious. And the prix fix menu for 35 is worth it! An appetizer, entree, and that delicious chocolate souffle. The fixed menu changes, so it won't get old! They...
yelp.com - user review - 07/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Scott M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Ok, I'm going to update my firm belief that this place is wonderful. I came here once again when I sold one of my favorite motorcycles, which I owned for 12 years. This was a special occasion for...
yelp.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Nicole M.

4.0 of 5 stars. The food is pretty decent. The service exceptional. Unlike my dates that usually take me to Albertos or the nearest liqueur store Roys is a good place to take someone to impress them. The seared ahi...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Duy N.

3.0 of 5 stars. I've been wanting to eat at Roy Yamaguchi restaurant....saw alot of great reviews but i was kinda disappointed. The service was really good but the food was kind eh. I had the crusted hawaiian ono...
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristen M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have lived in San Diego for about 6 years now and always assumed Roy's was just another gimmicky chain restaurant based solely on the exterior, especially those flaming torches that look totally...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Erica M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have been to the Roy's in Maui and loved it there, the service was some of the best and the quality of food was top notch! I love that they got some recognition as one of the Best Restaurants Guide...
yelp.com - user review - 06/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lindsay L.

5.0 of 5 stars. Went here on a whim and was blown away. Everything about Roy's is phenomenal - the food, service, decor - EVERYTHING! Their macadamia crusted halibut is by far the best I've ever had, which is good...
yelp.com - user review - 06/13/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Natasha R.

2.0 of 5 stars. Roy's = Waste of moneyAfter a $150 bill and several courses I was so disappointed and unhappy with the food it just about ruined my night. I had such high expectations for this place after reading...
yelp.com - user review - 06/07/2008
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Phenomenal.

This is some of the best seafood that one can get in San Diego. Forget that...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Holly Ann J.

5.0 of 5 stars. Roy's. This is a great place for a seafood Asian-Fusion dinner, cocktails, desserts, and tropical atmosphere.I lived in San Francisco. Thus, understand the FOODIE MENTALITY. Many true foodies avoid...
yelp.com - user review - 06/04/2008
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Way Overpriced. by Ingrid L. at InsiderPages

There is a nice atmosphere in the restaurant. The fish we got was dry and not that good. Everything else we got was good though. I wouldn't really go again because of the prices.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Alice K.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went here for my 1 year anniversary when I was in SD and what a great/special evening it turned out to be. Their prix frixe menus are totally worth trying out. The selection is always great - I...
yelp.com - user review - 06/03/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Cher B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Hawaiian fusion yumminess!Parking was a hassle the night I went, but they offer valet =) Wootwoot!Love the tiki torches outside, feels so island-ish, I almost busted out with my coconut bra. Haha. Too...
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Flora C.

4.0 of 5 stars. After hearing different things about this place, I finally decided to give it a try and see for myself whether I like this place or not.It wasn't too busy on a weeknight. There were just two of us and...
yelp.com - user review - 05/06/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ann B.

5.0 of 5 stars. PERFECTION. I'd eat here everyday if I could. Worth every penny. Go ahead you deserve a splurge!
yelp.com - user review - 05/02/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ryan S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Excellent food. Seafood is cooked well. Good selection of dishes. Wine is reasonably priced. Service is excellent.
yelp.com - user review - 04/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Junie D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I got three words for you " BUTT HER FISH" Ok i mean two words....three just seems nicer don't you think? The first time I ate at Roy's I got hooked up b/c i didn't have a reservation and there was...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Chris A.

5.0 of 5 stars. So I was getting ready to write this dramatic, thought out review for Roy's. I've eaten here a few times already and have never been let down. I thought they deserved at least that....well...I...
yelp.com - user review - 04/17/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Allie T.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great decor, great cocktails, great appetizers, great food. Service could have been more friendly and attentive. A bit noisy and had to wait for a table, but the time and higher prices were still...
yelp.com - user review - 04/15/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by K B.

5.0 of 5 stars. I absolutely love the Lakanilau Roll and Misoyaki Butterfish. Our kids love it here too. The kids menu is very reasonable. They also personalize their desserts by writing their names with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Rochelle R.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love seafood. The best seafood restaurants don't overcook the fish; the flesh should be moist, never dry. Roy's in La Jolla did not disappoint. I ordered the macademia crusted mahi-mahi and it...
yelp.com - user review - 04/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bailey Z.

4.0 of 5 stars. I guess one of the only unfortunate knocks on Roy's is that I have been to Alan Wong's and these two restaurants basically produce the same type of Hawaiian fusion cuisine. I've been here twice now,...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Heather A.

5.0 of 5 stars. So I absolutely loved this place! I'm a real sucker for asian fusion in general but i must say i've been here a few times now in the past couple of months and it never seems to dissapoint. The sushi...
yelp.com - user review - 03/30/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bryant S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Never had a bad meal at Roy's regardless of where I was at. San Diego, Orange County, Maui... Doesn't matter, still left happy. This location was walking distance from my apartment while in...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Bonnie Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been here twice. Once with my family when I first came down to SD for college, and then just this past month with my boyfriend for Valentine's Day. The service is awesome; everyone is super nice....
yelp.com - user review - 03/03/2008
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Expensive, but delicious by Natalie B. at InsiderPages

I had a seared ahi steak that was amazing, but my family were less impressed with the things they ordered. Prices are very high, so you're either very satisfied are very angry. The service is friendly, but...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jon T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went here for valentine's day with my gf, overall the experience was....decent. They had a preset menu for valentine's day and I must admit that everything I had from appetizer to desert was very...
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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Great cuisines! by Sarah C. at InsiderPages

I took my mother and sister here for a nice dinner and we very much enjoyed it. They had some fabulous appetizers, one of which is a very delicious sashimi. And the entrees were pretty good! Expect to spend...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Charlie L.

4.0 of 5 stars. After much fan fare and raves, I finally had a chance to eat at Roy's at Trey's suggestion. I couldn't believe that having lived within walking distance, that I've never been. The food was elegantly...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Dustin F.

3.0 of 5 stars. We decided to try Roy's during the last day of San Diego Restaurant Week. We had heard many good things about this Hawaiian Fusion restaurant and figured this would be a perfect time. The restaurant...
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Yelp.com Review - by Melody D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've eaten at 4 different Roy's locations and find San Diego to be the one I prefer. Even the one in Hawaii wasn't as good. I really love the butter fish. It melts in your mouth. (I guess that's...
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Yelp.com Review - by Camie K.

5.0 of 5 stars. Roy's is the fusion of casual elegance (whatever that means), appetizing and well-portioned food art, and friendly service. Best of all three worlds and readily available to you in La Jolla.1....
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennie Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. I really love seafood so this review might be a bit biased. I usually like to order the Roy's Classic Trio that has salmon, seared ahi and melt in your mouth butterfish served with rice. The salmon is...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jelz G.

4.0 of 5 stars. Very pleasant ambiance and courteous staff. Went far and beyond to help celebrate an anniversary (boyfriend's parents). Loved their sushi rolls, especially the one with kobe beef. I also enjoyed the...
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Yelp.com Review - by Tony C.

4.0 of 5 stars. Known more for their seafood dishes, the medium rare blackened ahi was cooked just right. I went ahead and got the pineapple upside down cake for dessert and my friends all wanted a bite. The place...
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Yelp.com Review - by Candice A.

5.0 of 5 stars. I'm new to the city and, because I don't know anyone, I've cultivated a habit of having drinks and appetizers at bars after work. Yes, it's an expensive habit, but it's worth it to get out of the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Greeny B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Even though I normally try to avoid chain restaurants, I must admit my experience at Roy's was fantastic. The service is extremely attentive, and I felt like I was at a neighborhood restaurant. My...
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Yelp.com Review - by Jeff B.

4.0 of 5 stars. In all the times I've been to Roy's, I had only one poor service experience. It wasn't bad enough to stop me from coming back to enjoy the fantastic food. The ambiance is classy, but laid back.I...
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Yelp.com Review - by sandy t.

4.0 of 5 stars. Initially this place didn't give us a good first impression. We had a reservation and we still had to wait 20 minutes. When we asked how much longer we had to wait, the hostess brusquely replied...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mel C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I love this restaurant - bamboo poles, flaming tiki torches, and all. The only reason it is getting 4 stars is because I was put on hold 3 times when I called to make reservations and the server was...
yelp.com - user review - 11/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Lisa D.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have a great experience at Roy's every time I go! The wait staff has great service and are very friendly. The sushi is pretty good, though a little pricey. I always get the 3 course meal for ~$30...
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Yelp.com Review - by Miss J.

5.0 of 5 stars. Oh my gawd....Foodies, go here! I could eat the ahi every single day.The fillet mignon was like butter....amazing.Perfect date spot!!!!
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Yelp.com Review - by Angelica T.

5.0 of 5 stars. Okay, so when I ate here my food was paid for. But yes, I know it's pricey. Call me lucky though.I'm a polynesian dancer and me and a friend had to do a show for this couple's wedding anniversary. So...
yelp.com - user review - 11/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by John Y.

5.0 of 5 stars. As a result of an ethnic fusion myself, Japanese and Italian, I am a big fan of Roy's Hawaiian Fusion. Chef Roy Yamaguchi has mastered the art of succulent fish dishes. Especially the Butterfish, this...
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Yelp.com Review - by Chi W.

3.0 of 5 stars. My first time here was during recruitment at UCSD BMS program 3.5 years ago. My faculty host was "sick of the faculty club" and decided to take me to Roy's. Being polite, I ordered a sashimi salad and...
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Yelp.com Review - by Kimberly P.

5.0 of 5 stars. In honor of the five star rating, I would like to highlight the top five things about Roy's* Roy has never let me down* Roy serves amazing Kobe beef on sushi* Service is fantastic* Roy's is a solid...
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Yelp.com Review - by Cat P.

5.0 of 5 stars. We've been here a few times, and yummmm...it's one of the few pricier places where I think the food is actually worth the money! They have a really good "all in one" option where you get your...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by brigette l.

3.0 of 5 stars. BELVEDERE IS HERE!!!!!!!!!They even have pineapples marinating in vodka! I love you vodka! I like this bar, I like the ever changing colored lights and the professional football players floating...
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Yelp.com Review - by Resa W.

5.0 of 5 stars. My meal was delicious, but after that DIVINE CHOCOLATE SOUFFLE I will admit I no longer remember what everything that came before it was like.Until next time, Roy's, until next time.
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mick G.

4.0 of 5 stars. After a long drinking margaritas ... I was with some friends stumbling past Roys when one of my buddies blurts out that he has a $50.00 Gift Certificate to Roys!!!!So in we go to get martinis!!!!This...
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Yelp.com Review - by siutou s.

4.0 of 5 stars. Roy's miso soy butterfish is absolutely excellent! The reason behind the 4 stars is because I feel the butterfish is the only dish they excel at making. I have tried quite a few of their other...
yelp.com - user review - 08/31/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Suzn L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Fantastic steak and sampler desserts. I like this location better than Fashion Island
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Yelp.com Review - by Annie C.

4.0 of 5 stars. I went here with an insider, so I can't complain about the service because it was FABULOUS!The food was pretty excellent as well. Butterfish (which seems to be everyone's favorite) was delish and my...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by tracey b.

5.0 of 5 stars. Roy's is hands-down my favorite restaurant. The service is top-notch, I promise you won't get better service anywhere - it's the Hawaiian spirit and I'm not biased because I'm from Hawaii. :) Decor...
yelp.com - user review - 08/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by BRIAN K.

3.0 of 5 stars. View from the outside: weird out of place restaurant with tiki torches in a strip mall center. The inside is completely different: elegant, refined, dimly lit, moderately upbeat atmosphere. Truly a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by denise c.

5.0 of 5 stars. The smiling face that opened the door and greeted us as we were approaching the front of the restaurant tells you just how welcoming and hospitable the people here are.The restaurant is clean with a...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Justin C.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love all things seafood and being an "asian fusion" myself (half chinese half caucasian), I felt that this place was right up my alley. After many recommendations from friends, coworkers and reading...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Chester T.

5.0 of 5 stars. Despite it being a more upscale pricey place, Roy's gets 5 stars because that's they only number of stars available. Food: delicious!!! Try their butterfish and melting chocolate souffle... You will...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Steve M.

4.0 of 5 stars. One of our favorite restaurants. Well.... maybe the wifes favorite and one of my top 10. The food is exceptional, very full of flavor and creative. The service is attentive. Ok .... why not 5...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ashley E.

5.0 of 5 stars. Freaking phenominal! Gotta get the BUtterfish! Actually if you go and you dont get it then you are just missing out. Let's put it this way. Had the sunrise sushi roll for the app. Then ordered...
yelp.com - user review - 06/30/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by lulu g.

3.0 of 5 stars. I would give it 5-stars because Roy's is definitely one of my FAVORITE restaurant chains (yes, sorry folks, this is a chain), however, the San Diego locations is just not as good as the Roy's...
yelp.com - user review - 06/24/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jen T.

5.0 of 5 stars. This place is so good, I will come back here even if I found a whole fly in my bok choy. Yes, you heard me right. I found a whole fly in the folds of the bok choy. But they were very gracious and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Denise Q.

5.0 of 5 stars. Forget the elegant restaurant and the 5 star service, of this place. Let's talk about the food.Roy's Canoe Appetizer-Shrimp Sticks, Szechuan Baby Back Ribs, Island Ahi Poke,Pork & Shrimp Lumpia,...
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Yelp.com Review - by Alissandra L.

4.0 of 5 stars. Roy's, or as my family calls it: "The fancy restaurant with the tiki torches surrounding it" is not normally in my financial ballpark for a weeknight dinner. But, we had guests from out of town, and...
yelp.com - user review - 06/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Dani W.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love this place! The food is amazing. The service is really good. Don't miss the chocolate cake...yum!
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Yelp.com Review - by Nette J.

4.0 of 5 stars. The prix fixe menu is a great deal for $33. The appetizer was really good and consisted of a shrimp on a stick and a bbq rib pork which which was flavorful and tender. For my entree I chose the...
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Yelp.com Review - by Deborah H.

4.0 of 5 stars. The first time I went, I didn't realize who Roy was or that it was an upscale chain. The bf and I were dressed very casually, and quite obviously students, but unlike the other haughty restaurants in...
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Yelp.com Review - by Bony M.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been there for a educational business event, the seafood flavoring has a unique twist & is flavorful. I went there another time to their bar just for drinks, the desert pear martini (~$10) is so...
yelp.com - user review - 03/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mocos S.

4.0 of 5 stars. good place to blow your per diem... only if you get the kobe beef roll.. that dish is to die for. everything else... its ok but not spectacular. ill always get the kobe beef roll and something else...
yelp.com - user review - 02/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Amanda S.

4.0 of 5 stars. be warned. this is a pretty expensive place located in a weird location (across from utc mall) but the food and service are fantastic if you're looking for a place to go on a special occasion. my...
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Yelp.com Review - by Alex B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Roy's is excellent! The wife and I sit at the sushi bar and have a great view of the kitchen. It is entertaining to watch the cooks prepare the amazing food. The sushi is average, but the ribs are...
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Yelp.com Review - by Mike L.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a fantastic east-west restaurant where Japanese traditional food meets American style. Too bad there isn't one in Canada yet. I was sitting on the Sushi bar all by myself tonight, and I really...
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Yelp.com Review - by Albie F.

5.0 of 5 stars. I went to Roy's after college graduation and it was really good. Expensive place but great for their seafood selection. I had some seabass dish and it was the best sea bass I've ever tried. Not...
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Yelp.com Review - by Hoshi B.

4.0 of 5 stars. The food was pretty good but the service was exceptional. Compliments to the management.
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Yelp.com Review - by Leslie A.

4.0 of 5 stars. I normally do not enjoy chain restaurants. Roy's in La Jolla is an exception.Love, love Roys in La Jolla. The staff is incredibly friendly and hilarious. I sat at the bar alone because I was...
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by The Sock S.

3.0 of 5 stars. My first trip to Roy's was the best. Maybe because of my high expectations, each subsequent trip has been less impressive. Not that Roy's isn't good, but it's just not AS good as the first time...
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Yelp.com Review - by Beth N.

5.0 of 5 stars. the food here is excellent and the presentation is superb. this food looks like it jumped out of a magazine. terrific Hawaiian fusion cuisine in a fun and classy atmosphere. we went here for a...
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Yelp.com Review - by dorothygale t.

5.0 of 5 stars. i do love this place...been to this one once and three times at the pebble beach location. i've never been disappointed. i love a changing menu, and they have some regular favorites that stay on the...
yelp.com - user review - 09/06/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Vicky L.

5.0 of 5 stars. The first time I was at Roy's, I ordered the macadamia nut crusted mahi mahi swimming in a lobster infused buerre blanc sauce. It was absolutely divine. The fish was fresh and flaky and the sauce was...
yelp.com - user review - 09/01/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by CHERiE Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. The first time I went to Roy's, I ordered off the Prix Fixe Menu, an incredible deal for $33. You'll get their Hawaiian fusion appetizer sampler (Shrimp on a stick, Wood Grilled Szechuan Spiced Baby...
yelp.com - user review - 04/22/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by eve l.

4.0 of 5 stars. roy's is great for seafood. i've been there on several occasions and have never been disappointed by the food. definite plus, the place is nice without feeling stuffy or reserved.
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Great atmosphere and food by K. Y. at InsiderPages

I went to Roy's on a date with my significant other and found it to be a delight. While located in a center with a supermarket and bookstore, it is far from commonplace and bland. THe food was superb; I had...
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Yelp.com Review - by Megan D.

5.0 of 5 stars. The sushi at Roy's was so incredibly good. It was like I had been watching Pauly Shore act in movies my whole life, and didn't know the difference until one day, I saw Robert Deniro in "Raging Bull."...
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AOL CityGuide

a sure-fire winner among discerning locals...
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SignOnSanDiego.com

the latest in a chain of restaurants founded by acclaimed hawaiian chef roy yamaguchi, roy's is known for cuisine that melds yamaguchi's classical training with his hawaiian-japanese heritage...
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RestaurantRow.com

i don't know how these guys do it...
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OpenTable

roy's offers a contemporary dining room and bar area wrapped around their "signature" exhibition kitchen. additionally, they offer a sushi bar & chef's counter as well as two private dining rooms...
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Gayot

despite its proximity to a mall, royis in la jollais golden triangle is not a typical chain restaurant, but rather one of hawaiian chef roy yamaguchiis fun yet sophisticated outposts. inside all is abuzz,...
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