Otani's Seafood — Restaurant in Oxnard

Long running counter service seafood restaurant serving everything with a Japanese(?) style.

The variety of fish on offer is quite great and everything is reasonably priced.

The actual food was good for a quick bite, but left something to be desired - both in preparation and proportions. The mahi-mahi charbroiled plates come with white rice and a side salad, which I substituted for tempura vegetables for a small upcharge.

The mahi-mahi tasted great, but the temper was all over the place - some bites were perfect, others a slimey mush, and others a tough and rubbery - though notably nothing was egregious enough to sour the meal, but it was something that stood out.

The rice was good, if a bit mushy, but the small side scoop barely filled the compartment in the tri-sector paper plate. The tempura vegetables amounted to a spear of zucchini, a single stem of broccoli, and a large slice of carrot. All were good, but again the size of the side (especially for an upcharge) seemed a bit lacking.

All that said, I did enjoy the meal and would probably come back here for lunch if I'm in...

🍣 A Lifetime Favorite: Unmatched Japanese Seafood 🐟

I’ve been coming here my entire life, and it never disappoints. This place is truly a hidden gem for anyone who loves fresh, authentic Japanese seafood. Every visit feels like a reminder of why I fell in love with this spot in the first place — the quality, the consistency, and the care they put into every dish is unmatched.

Whether it’s melt-in-your-mouth sashimi, perfectly grilled fish, or delicate nigiri that practically floats off the plate, everything tastes incredibly fresh and prepared with real pride. Even the smallest details — like the warm rice, house-made sauces, or the beautiful plating — make each meal feel special every single time.

The atmosphere is cozy and welcoming, like visiting family who just happen to serve the best seafood you’ll ever have. It’s rare to find a restaurant that stays this good for so many years, but they’ve never missed a beat.

If you love authentic Japanese seafood, this place is a must. I honestly can’t imagine my life without it — and I hope I...

THIS ESTABLISHMENT HAS BEEN A FAMILY OWNED BUSINESS SINCE 1952. I HAVE BEEN COMING TO THIS FISH RESTAURANT FOR ALMOST 50 YEARS. I HAD THE PRIVILEGE OF KNOWING MR IZZY OTANI, HIS SONS, HIS GRANDKIDS,AND GREAT GRAND KIDS WHO NOW RUN THE BUSINESS. THIS BUSINESS YEARS AGO WAS MOSTLY A TAKE OUT OF RAW FISH AND SHRIMP MARKET, WITH A SMALL EATERY. MOST RECENTLY THE GRANDDAUGHTER KAREN AND GREAT GRANDDAUGHTER TURNED IT INTO A FISH RESTAURANT. THE FOOD HERE , NO MATTER WHAT YOU ORDER IS FRESHLY COOKED AND DELICIOUS. THE PLACE IS EXCEPTIONALLY CLEAN AND THE STAFF IS VERY KIND AND COURTEOUS. THEY HAVE THE SAME COOK FOR 20 YEARS WHO PREPARES A NUMEROUS NUMBER OF DELICIOUS MEALS TO CHOOSE FROM. I CAN REST ASSURE ANYONE WHO COMES HERE TO EAT LUNCH OR DINNER WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED. I PLAN ON EATING HERE FOR AS LONG AS THEY ARE IN BUSINESS. THE PLACE IS LOCATED AT THE CORNER OF 6 st AND A St OFF OXNARD BLVD...