
In search of a new favorite Japanese spot?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Japanese restaurants around Santa Ana, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture when cravings strike.
1. Mrs. Bean Jianbing

Topping the list is Mrs Bean Jianbing, which is at 2800 N. Main St., Suite 1048, in the MainPlace Mall. The eatery, offering Asian/Chinese noodle dishes, is the highest-rated cheap Japanese restaurant in Santa Ana, boasting four stars out of 169 reviews on Yelp.
2. Mos 2

Next up is Lyon Street's Mos 2, at 221 S. Grand Ave., with four stars out of 173 reviews on Yelp. The lunch and dinner Japanese spot, featuring char-broiled combination teriyaki plates, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a cheap option.
3. Grand Teriyaki

Grand Teriyaki, at 1704 S. Grand Ave., is another top choice. Yelpers give the cheap Japanese lunch spot, 4.5 stars out of 35 reviews. Offerings include teriyaki steak, chicken sandwiches, yaki and rice plates.
4. Orange Grill

Orange Grill, a Japanese and Asian fusion spot, is another budget-friendly go-to, with four stars out of 85 Yelp reviews. The menu at this lunch spot includes beef, chicken and veggie bowls and plates, along with teriyaki burritos, noodles and salads. Head over to 3301 S. Harbor Blvd. to see for yourself.
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