Welcome to Sunny Blue
Sunny Blue in Santa Monica, CA offers a unique experience with its omusubi, Japanese rice balls filled with various flavors. Despite the limited seating, customers rave about the fresh, flavorful dishes, such as curry chicken and spicy salmon. The quick service and variety of options make it a go-to spot for a light lunch or snack before hitting the beach. Although some find the prices a bit high for rice and seaweed, the quality and taste of the omusubi keep customers coming back for more. With a charming outdoor seating area and friendly staff, Sunny Blue is a must-visit for omusubi lovers.
Sunny Blue: Reviews & Ratings
The best omusubi! So flavorful everything is made fresh to order. I wish there was one in southbay as well it's so delicious!!
Who does love a quick and easy bite while you're hanging out in Santa Monica?? Sunny blue is just the right place for a super small snack but also if you want to fill up, you can! I love their spicy salmon, tuna kare, mentaiko and the shiso with ume!
Love the prices. Decent omusubi, simple nothing crazy. Got the Kara, it was good but I wish it had more in it. The line was a bit long and no seating area.
Food is 10/10. Price is 5/10. Dine in is 0/10.... Because they have no seats. It may not be their fault but they should definitely open up outdoor sitting. This place is too good to not have dine in seatings for their customers to enjoy their food and potentially order more. I have to say their prices are quite expensive for rice and seaweed and whatever filling you are choosing. I do have to rave on their curry omusubi. Holy cow. I don't know if it was the aftermath hunger of pickleball but the flavors were too good. I wanted to buy more for my family but the price stopped me. I would buy a lot of these for a special occasion.
Small little rice ball shop with no indoor nor outdoor seating. I felt like the rice balls were a little small for what you pay but they were delicious nonetheless.
Perfect spot to grab a light lunch before hitting the beach. The store is small and theres no seating inside but the service is relatively quick consid it's made to order. Tried the spicy salmon, spicy tuna, and miso beef omusubi and all of them were good. Could easily eat 3+ in a sitting.
Great spot for some omusubi! We ordered the miso beef and spicy salmon which were delicious! They have tons of options which is great. Service was very quick and kind. If you do not know what to get, simply ask for their recommendations. No indoor seating. Will definitely be back to try their other flavors!
Love this place! My husband and I took a day trip to Santa Monica pier and walked to Sunny Blue for lunch. We tried four omusubi- Japanese spicy caviar, curry chicken, spicy salmon, and Kara tuna. I also got a lychee tea and my husband and kimchi. Staff was really nice and answered any questions we had. The omusubi was ready quickly also and you can see them making it fresh behind the counter. They were delicious-- soft warm rice with the perfect touch of filling, a tiny crunch in the bite from the seaweed, and they don't skimp on the filling! I think my fav was the curry chicken. It's a very small place with nowhere to sit. It'd be nice if they had a few tables/chairs outside but we just kind of ate on the curb. I wish sunny blue wasn't all the way across the country from me!
Location
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2728 Main St Santa Monica, CA 90405 Hotline: (310) 399-9030
Sunny Blue, located in Santa Monica, CA, is a hidden gem offering a unique fusion of Japanese omusubi, bubble tea, and ice cream. This Asian and women-owned establishment prides itself on using fresh ingredients to create flavorful dishes that are made to order.
Despite its small size and lack of seating, Sunny Blue has garnered rave reviews for its omusubi creations such as the spicy salmon, tuna kare, and curry chicken. Customers have praised the quality and taste of the food, with many highlighting the bold flavors and generous fillings.
While some reviewers have noted the higher prices for rice balls, the overall consensus is that the dishes are worth the cost, especially for special occasions or a quick and satisfying lunch. The quick service and friendly staff add to the positive dining experience at Sunny Blue.
If you're looking for a casual yet classy spot to enjoy delicious Japanese-inspired dishes and refreshing bubble tea, Sunny Blue is the place to visit. With its wide range of options, friendly service, and commitment to using fresh ingredients, this eatery is sure to satisfy your cravings for a unique culinary experience.
