50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Menlo Park

Robin Menlo Park Japanese •
1300 El Camino Real Ste C, Menlo Park

Customers` Favorites

Coconut Soft Serve
Mackerel

“Ideally I would have to say I would give Robin a 3.5 stars. Upon arriving to the restaurant, it was storming outside and there were no signs for us to find the place. When we entered, we got greeted by friendly staff members and got seated. I think what makes Robin a bit more unique compared to other omakase places is that you can choose your own price range and the chefs accommodate with what you had picked, but in my opinion I would have preferred them to give a set price to choose from. Inside of the restaurant was beautiful, I loved the interior design, but if you're looking for a quiet/intimate omakase experience this is not the place for that. Music is pretty loud and the parties around us were talking with their outside voice , which I didn't mind because like I mentioned the vibes at Robin is definitely more casual. In terms of the quality of food, I would have to say, while everything was super fresh and good, nothing stood out to me. On top of that, every omakase I've been to so far, I would have been full 80% in but we left Robin still hungry. Our total came out to be $470, and I would have expected to leave full. I wished they had taken out the potato chip nigiri and the noodle dish, because I would have preferred to receive more fish. The nigiri that was part of the courses was super small, and as I mentioned, while everything was good, I was not amazed. Still highly recommend if you've never experienced omakase before, only tip is to book at the bar seating bc you'll get the full experience that way.“

4.5 Superb93 Reviews
Dashi Japanese Restaurant Asian • $$
873 Hamilton Ave, Menlo Park

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Katsu
Dragon Roll
Fried Rice
Miso Soup

“Gotta love small places like this where the owner is on deck and takes pride in his restaurant. Value to price was awesome. Bunch of Stanford students drive out here probably for this reason. The lunch sashimi bento box was outstanding. Cheers and ty for having “

4.6 Superb47 Reviews

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Kyosho

Kyosho Sushi • $$$
605 Santa Cruz Ave, Menlo Park

Customers` Favorites

Buritoro Yellowtail Belly
Sake Toro Salmon Belly
Clay Pot Unagi Donburi
Omakase Sashimi
Salmon Sashimi
Omakase Nigiri
Toro Tartare
Uni Tempura
Crazy Roll
Sushi

“A bit heavy on sauce/ seasoning with A5 wayu dinner plate. The nigiri premium is pretty good. Good place for casual dining.The decor in house is absolutely charming. However, one thing I'd like to mention is that I love the artwork carving out "Kyosho" on the wall with the light shining through it. However, I would recommend considering laser cutting for a cleaner finish, it is hard to unsee those rough edges when paying close attention to decor details.“

4.4 Superb46 Reviews
Naomi Sushi Sushi • $$
1328 El Camino Real #4211, Menlo Park

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp Tempura Roll
Dragon Roll

“I hate it when I have to say this is the best Sushi I have had in 20 years, because it will be pack more, then I will have to wait. This is an actual Japanese restaurant! They usally close at 8:30, but they were packed. At the looks of things, the were not going home until midnight. Unbillable how fresh the food was. Great assortment of Saki. Food was to die for. I will be returning on Sunday after the Super Bowl.“

4.1 Good15 Reviews
Octopus Japanese Restaurant Japanese • $$
925 El Camino Real, Menlo Park

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Teriyaki
Wonderful Roll
Shrimp Tempura
Hamachi Kama
Miso Soup
Hot Sake
Sushi

“This is hands down the best sushi spot I’ve ever been to. They know me by name because I’m there every week now. The staff is awesome and the chef is amazing. You can tell they only use fresh fish and that they are passionate about serving you the absolute best sushi. I could be having the worst day in the world but if I come here, grab some sushi, and have an ice cold Sapporo it brings me right out of my funk. After Octopus, you’ll realize you’re just wasting your time and money at the other spots.Parking: There’s about 20 parking spaces right behind the restaurant. Too easy to park.“

3.9 Good46 Reviews
Sushi Kazoku Japanese •
1201 Laurel St, San Carlos - 4.97 miles

Customers` Favorites

Lunch Box with Beef Teriyaki
Seared Salmon Belly Nigiri
Chef’S Special Sushi
Spicy Garlic Edamames
Shrimp Tempura Roll
Assorted Sashimi
Assorted Tempura
Spicy Tuna Roll

“We were craving Japanese food and discovered this restaurant in San Carlos. It's a family-owned business located at the corner, with 1-2 tables outdoors. There were no issues with the service, and you can watch as they prepare and slice the sashimi in front of you. We visited during lunchtime, so they offered a lunch special bento box. We ordered a Sake Don (Salmon) and a Bento Box with pork katsu and spicy tuna rolls. Both came with a bowl of miso soup. The salmon sashimi was fresh, served with about 10 slices over the sushi rice. The pork katsu was deep-fried to perfection, and the salad was fresh. The spicy rolls were okay. Overall, the food quality is excellent, and everything tastes fresh. I enjoyed our selections; however, the portion size is smaller than expected for the price. We found ourselves a bit hungry after the meal.“

4.6 Superb197 Reviews
Sushi Jin Sushi Bar • $$
580 N Rengstorff Ave J, Mountain View - 5.64 miles

Customers` Favorites

Part of the Omakase
Uni Flight Seasonal
Hokkaido Snow Crab
Omakase - Suimono
Smoked Kampachi
Uni and Ikura
O-Toro Nigiri
Hotate Crudo
Mackerel
Sushi

“Everything we tasted was delicious and very nicely prepared. Service is very attentive. Yes the price tag is on the higher side but for the quality you get, it is actually very reasonable. And I am speaking after having to try several omakase places in the area, including in San Francisco. Ambience is simple and understated. Highly recommend it.“

4.6 Superb166 Reviews
Sushi Maruyama Sushi • $$$
279 Baldwin Ave, San Mateo - 11.15 miles

Customers` Favorites

Salmon and Avocado Roll Spicy Scallop Roll
Japanese Style Fried Chicken Karaage
Yellowtail Sashimi Jalapeno Yuzu Soy
Blue Fin Carpaccio with Truffles
Yellowtail Scallion Roll
Homemade Creamy Tofu
Premium Nigiri Sushi
Hotate Tempura
Special Sushi
Omakase Sushi

“Small, intimate Japanese spot! Great for all occasions. I celebrated two birthdays here with my friend. The staff and the chef are great!The omakase here is a great experience! The chawanmushi, the miso black cod, and the panna cotta were all delicious! If there were ever a place to gatekeep it would be this! Definitely call ahead for a reservation!“

4.7 Superb61 Reviews
Udon Mugizo Japanese • $$
180 Castro St, Mountain View - 6.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Katsu Curry Udon Katsu on the Side
Tonkotsu Udon with Shrimp Tempura
Regular Tonkotsu Udon Deluxe
Sea Urchin Cream Sauce Udon
Mentai Cream Sauce Udon
Mini Beef Donburi
Vegetable Tempura
Tempura Cold Udon
Agedashi Tofu
Corn Tempura

“The udon deluxe was good but the more I ate, the more salty it tasted. They also didn’t put a lot of meat in there. The creamy salmon udon was good. Takoyaki was just meh. Had too much mayo on it. Eggplant tempura was good just a little greasy. Atmosphere was very nice. Service was slow but it was because there was only one server working and she was really nice.“

4.5 Superb117 Reviews
Jiro Cafe & Bakery Japanese •
1094 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont - 7.31 miles

Customers` Favorites

Spam Egg Rice and Seaweed
Tonkatsu Burrito
Yakisoba Bun
Melon Pan
Anpan

“This cafe is like going to your favorite aunt or grandmas house who is really good at cooking and baking. There is a menu but it seems more like they make what they want and sell what they have - feels very quaint and homemade Tonkatsu sandwich - big pork cutlet with a squishy bun and a generous portion of finely shredded cabbage. Yummy and crispy, pork was a touch dry. Matcha cornet was delicious, great flavor w the cream and nice soft cornet Melon pan - did not get much melon fragrance and felt a bit dry/stale, but great crisp sugar top. There's some chocolate inside the bread which I did not expect.“

4.5 Superb103 Reviews
Sushi Tomi Sushi • $$
607 W Dana St Unit H, Mountain View - 7.09 miles

Customers` Favorites

Extra Special Chirashi
Miso Soup of the Day
Deep Fried Gyoza
Salmon Sashimi
Special Nigiri
Sashimi Dinner
Sashimi Lunch
Chirashi Sushi
Sushi Dinner
Unagi Don

“Absolutely the best sushi in South Bay. Their fish is so incredibly fresh and high quality that I don't bother with anything else. The Extra Special Nigiri Sushi is what I get almost every time.Parking: If the nearby parking lot is full, I usually park at the parking garage across Castro. It's a short walk away.“

4.6 Superb67 Reviews
Wakatobi Japanese Grill Hibachi and Sushi Japanese • $$
35201 Newark Blvd F, Newark - 9.88 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Teriyaki Roll and Super California Roll
Shrimp Hibachi Dinner
Yakisoba with Chicken
Fried Rice with Beef
Green Tea Ice Cream
Hibachi and Sushi
Chicken Tempura
Shrimp Tempura
Godzilla Roll
Volcano Rolls

“Great food, clean and nice place and warm staff. I ordered it for lunch on door dash and I liked it so much that I brought my kids for dine in the next day. The steak, curry noodle soup, shrimp plate, their salad and the peanut butter dressing were amazing. The plates are decent size and heartily.“

4.5 Superb102 Reviews
Sushi Sam's Edomata Sushi • $$$
218 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo - 10.95 miles

Customers` Favorites

Combination Sashimi
Amaebi Sweet Shrimp
Green Tea Tiramisu
Assorted Sushi B
California Rolls
Chicken Karaage
Spider Roll
Hand Roll
Omakase
Fish

“Located in busy downtown San Mateo, this is an outstanding Japanese restaurant! Traditional preparation and high quality seafood. Be sure to try call in for a reservation, as this place is very popular. In fact, we had a 5:00 pm reservation and learned that the fresh oysters were already sold out(fortunately, they spared one order for us). Highly recommend their 8 piece sushi omakase. Loved their agadeshi tofu: fried tofu in warm broth. Their chawan mushi is another great starter, steam egg with chicken, fish cake.“

4.6 Superb62 Reviews
Momoya Sushi Sushi • $$
570 N Shoreline Blvd J, Mountain View - 6.6 miles

Customers` Favorites

California Roll
Chicken Katsu
Miso Soup
Dragon
Sushi

“this has become my family's go to sushi spot. service is really friendly, we're so regular now they pretty much know our order without asking. the sushi's fresh and delicious, and it's just a simple experience for when you need to scratch the sushi itch.Vegetarian options: there's a few things, but I wouldn't expect anything specialParking: it's in a medium size strip mall so there's usually plenty of spotsKid-friendliness: nothing overtly kid friendly, but also nothing kid prohibitiveWheelchair accessibility: plenty of tables with free standing chairs that could be moved to accommodate a wheelchair“

4.8 Superb33 Reviews

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Daigo

Daigo Sushi • $$$
2363 Birch St #B, Palo Alto - 2.69 miles

Customers` Favorites

Omakase Nigiri
Hamachi Shot
Uni Sashimi
Uni Nigiri

“What should I do in Japanese restaurant while some americans are talking too loud?In a situation where fellow diners are being too loud in a restaurant, it's generally best to handle it with tact and politeness. Here are a few steps you could consider:1. **Self-assessment**: First, check if their volume is indeed excessively loud or if it's a normal conversation level for a public place.[I put the earplug on to protect my hearing.]2. **Move Away**: If possible, ask the restaurant staff if you can move to a quieter table.[This is a small place.]3. **Communicate with the Staff**: If moving isn't an option, you might consider speaking to the restaurant staff or management. They are usually trained to handle such situations diplomatically.[Staff is busy and understaffed even for bringing dishes to the side of our desk.]4. **Direct but Polite Approach**: If you feel comfortable, you could approach the individuals directly. Do so politely and calmly, expressing that their conversation volume is a bit high and is disturbing your dining experience.[Some of them speaks Chinese but they just pretend to ignore our complaints. ]Remember, every situation is different and requires a judgement call. It's important to stay respectful and considerate in your approach.[I am wondering what else I can do to deal with this situation?]“

4.5 Superb71 Reviews
Dash Japanese Tapas and Sushi Japanese • $$
204A 2nd Ave, San Mateo - 11.02 miles

Customers` Favorites

Omakase Nigiri
Fresh Oysters
Agedashi Tofu

“DASH has been a favorite of ours since before they moved from behind the theater. The food is consistently good, the service is good, and while it's pricier than some of the lower end sushi places it's still a good deal for what you get. My wife picked DASH for my surprise 40th birthday party and they accommodated 8 of us easily.“

4.5 Superb70 Reviews
Ryoshin Sushi Japanese • $$
1602 El Camino Real suite c, Belmont - 6.4 miles

Customers` Favorites

All Nigiri Party Tray
Sashimi Combo
Spicy Hamachi
Miso Soup
Unagi Don
Sushi
Roll
Tuna

“Excellent sushi with many offerings not found elsewhere such as Hokkaido sea urchin and scallops. The delicious baby squid nigiri has the cutest pair of tiny squids about the size of a pinky finger. Pictured next to a pair of disposable chopsticks for scale. No “

4.6 Superb48 Reviews

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Yuzu

Yuzu Sushi • $$$
54 37th Ave, San Mateo - 8.39 miles

Customers` Favorites

Agedashi Tofu
Hamachi Kama
Chef

“Sashimi is generally good quality here though I had a large bone left in my sashimi piece last time. Tempura is good ingredients with crispy coating but lacking a lot of lace. Dining room is very small with the tables very close together. Sometimes that’s fun, sometimes not. Menu specials are a good bet for fresh, unique dishes.“

4.6 Superb47 Reviews

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Ranzan

Ranzan Japanese
921 Main St, Redwood City - 3.27 miles

Customers` Favorites

Miso Soup

“Food and presentation was good. All the rice from my clay pot bowl was stuck to the bowl at the bottom and barely any rice. I couldnt even use my chopsticks to eat it nor hold the hot bowl. The sticky rice just stuck to the bowl...More veggies on top and some pickled, not my preference. At all. Other people's dishes were yummy. Saki was from a bottle and really sugary. I think between 4 people we went through 10 bottles over two hours because it was like shooting sugar water. Not my preference on that either. Too much for not much, if that makes sense! My friend took her husband the next day and they loved it. I will not be returning or taking my husband, not because anything was bad, but not our preference. Atmosphere was quiet and fun. We sat in the corner by a window. Very small inside and could get cramped if really busy. Was not busy when we went at lunchtime midweek. Staff was super attentive when we needed it and not when we were chatting. Which was great! Don't take my preference as a decision maker here, you might love it like my friend!Parking: We parallel parked right out front.Wheelchair accessibility: Might be a tight squeeze inside. Can access front with a wheelchair though.“

4.6 Superb46 Reviews
MJ Sushi Palo Alto Sushi Bar •
2305 El Camino Real suite a, Palo Alto - 2.7 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sashimi Special 10 Pieces
Sushi Rolls Salmon Sashimi
Shrimp Tempura Roll
Special Salmon Roll
Baked Scallop Roll
Deluxe Hand Roll
Crunchy Eel Roll
Deluxe Chirashi
Chicken Karaage
Mango Tuna Roll

“THE SPOT for sushi in the peninsula. We walked in at 7pm on a Saturday, sat within 10 mins. Terrific goyza and the “mango secret” was the best veggie roll I’ve ever had.First drinks are free! Great service, incredible value. Sign me up! YUM.“

4.3 Superb285 Reviews
808 Zone - Asian Pacific Fusion Asian Fusion
3 Plaza View Ln ste o, Foster City - 9.1 miles

“Came here on a Thursday for my friends birthday. We sat at the counter & next to us was another party of 2. I believe they only open up the reservations for a certain amount of people so it's not too overwhelming. The food exceeded my expectations. I was pleasantly surprised with the different flavors that were incorporated. I have already made another reservation to come here for my birthday. Their chawanmushi was soft & memorable topped off with uni & abalone, i could eat a giant bowl of this. The chef was nice and talkative. I will definitely be back.“

4.8 Superb27 Reviews
Joy Sushi Sushi • $$
225 E Middlefield Rd, Mountain View - 7.66 miles

Customers` Favorites

Dinner Bento Box
Shrimp Tempura
Miso Soup
Sushi
Roll

“Hidden gem amazing food reasonably priced great service!! I was blown away by the quality of the fish and overall presentation. It's a small restaurant that many locals were dining in and getting takeout from while we were there. I will definitely be going back next time we are in the area!!“

4.5 Superb57 Reviews
Diner Japonica Japanese • $
593 Woodside Rd, Redwood City - 2.54 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Katsu Curry
Katsu Curry Pork
Small Salad
Miso Soup

“Hard to find old school mom and pop Japanese food these days more so that serves proper katsu! Katsu curry brings me back growing up in Japan so nostalgic taste. I’m so glad I found this place.Parking: Small complex with limited parking spaces during normal business hours.“

4.7 Superb32 Reviews
Masa Sushi Japan Sushi • $
650 Castro St #180, Mountain View - 7.04 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sushi Poke Bowl
Seaweed Salad

“Love this place. Have been a loyal customer for many years. Unfortunately after COVID many places went up in prices and down in quality, luckily it’s not the case for this place! The food is fresh and tastes good, and the people are so nice, they truly care about their customers.“

4.6 Superb38 Reviews
Sizzling Lunch Japanese •
1760 Miramonte Ave, Mountain View - 7.59 miles

Customers` Favorites

Salmon Pepper Rice
Garlic Butter
Cheese Fries
White Rice

“And oh Really Cool. Each table has a tablet for ordering food. You can assemble the dishes, add or remove items from the dishes. Then the dishes arrive in a boiling pan and it cooks right in front of your eyes. Beyond that, the service was excellent, the waitress explained to us how it works and was available for any request. And most importantly, the food is delicious and not expensive.“

4.4 Superb78 Reviews
Sushi Tei Japanese •
66 21st Ave, San Mateo - 9.54 miles

“Cute packaging, very good quality fish, beautiful presentation. Omakase box comes with 10 nigiris for $75, which is a pretty solid deal. Pick up from a ghost kitchen - parking might be challenging, but they had it ready during the pick up window. One feedback I would give is the rice separated a lot from the fish, couldn't tell if it was supposed to be sushi rice or brown rice or some other rice with some sauce - it was grainier and harder than the typical omakase nigiri rice, and honestly the temp of the rice was quite cool even 1 hour after pick up. Nevertheless, really enjoyed the meal and might try something else next time.“

4.6 Superb36 Reviews
Eighty-Eight Sushi & Ramen Sushi • $$
530 Showers Dr #4, Mountain View - 5.38 miles

Customers` Favorites

Cherry Blossom Roll
Spicy Miso Ramen
California Roll
Garlic Edamame
Sashimi Combo
Sushi
Soup

“This place is a gem for Japanese food lovers! Their bento boxes are incredible – a perfect mix of flavors and textures that's both satisfying and fresh. The sashimi is another must-try – melt-in-your-mouth quality with beautiful presentation. And the service? Super speedy and friendly. Highly recommend Eighty-Eight Sushi & Ramen!“

4.4 Superb70 Reviews
Bay Sushi Sushi • $$
1647 Hollenbeck Ave, Sunnyvale - 10.94 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Teriyaki
Shrimp Tempura
Beef Teriyaki
Seaweed Salad
Soft Crab
Bay Sushi
Sashimi
Dragon

“This sushi restaurant is the BEST! The food is so good and the service is perfect. Me and my family order takeaway every week and it never disappoints. I highly recommend Bay Sushi for all the sushi lovers (they have MANY options for those who don't eat sushi) on Thursdays and Friday the place is pretty packed but somehow they always have one table left, and if not you wait for only 5-10 minutes, but its 100% worth it!! We love this restaurant and hope you will too!“

4.5 Superb45 Reviews

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Katsu

Katsu Sushi
859 Villa St, Mountain View - 6.92 miles

Customers` Favorites

Ensui Uni Special
Sea Snail

“California diaries・I keep coming here and eating delicious food!Delicious seafood, vegetables, and meat ?It's delicious?Here are the meal details!It's a sushi restaurant with a spacious space, a wonderful counter with the smell of wood, and a live performance that feels like a stage, where you can watch the craftsmen work right in front of you.Wood, concrete, pottery, glass...I liked the simple and relaxed feel of this shop♪They also give detailed explanations of the ingredients.Seasonal ingredients are incorporated throughout, giving you a sense of the season and a quality that makes you feel like you're in Tokyo!Tuna ? is aged for 14 days from Spain.Tonight's course is called sea urchin special.(I'm drunk, so I may have missed something)☑︎Yuzu pepper sesame tofu☑︎Mekabu☑︎Grilled firefly squid☑︎Boiledsushi☑︎Hokkaido scallops☑︎Sweet shrimp☑︎Striped horse mackerel☑︎Tuna☑︎Sumika sea urchin☑︎Medium Toro☑︎Lean meat☑︎Sea urchin seaweed☑︎Conger eel☑︎Ball☑︎Smoked cherry salmon finishSea urchin special☑︎Simmered sea urchin and eggplant☑︎Sea urchin x rice crackers☑︎Chawanmushi☑︎FutomakiEnd with matcha ?Originally.Extra editionFrom here, I decided to drink Kistler!☑︎Hotaru squid marinated in oki☑︎Semi-boiled salmon roe✔️Sake list☑︎Ohmine Yamadanishiki "2 Grain"☑︎Kurozaemon Junmai Daiginjo Nama Genshu☑︎Juyondai Junmai Muroka✔️Wine list☑︎DOM PÉRIGNON VINTAGE 2013☑︎Kistler Chardonnay Cuvee Cathleen2009I shared all the alcohol with the owner and everyone.Dom Peri 2013 has a clean, neutral flavor that goes well with sushi. And three things about sake:The unfiltered unfiltered sake from the 14th generation was refreshing and refreshing like water, and it was amazing! Kistler is said to be the best Chardonnay in Napa, and is elegant with concentrated fruit flavor, fresh acidity, and minerality. It went well with sushi. I am proud that I was able to come up with a very fun pairing this time too.This wine is called a cult wine due to its popularity, low production volume, and difficulty in obtaining it! !Located in the Russian River Valley, Kistler’s Burgundian style Chardonnays have achieved a “Cult Chardonnay” status because of their traditional style and extraordinary, Grand Cru character.#winery trip #oyster trip #trip2024#cultwine“

4.5 Superb44 Reviews

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Ikuka

Ikuka Japanese •
170 State St unit 107a, Los Altos - 6.19 miles

Customers` Favorites

Burnt Basque Cheesecake
Strawberry Shortcake
Kabocha Cheesecake
Matcha Tiramisu
Mini Croissant
Mont Blanc

“i dont eat dessert often. but every product here ,its size is perfect for sweet guilty. highly recommend pumpkin basque cheese cake,japanese pumpkin mixed so well with cheese and bought a fine hint flavor when melting in mouth. if possible i could eat it everyday!“

4.4 Superb67 Reviews

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Hiroshi

Hiroshi Japanese
328 Main St, Los Altos - 6.25 miles

Customers` Favorites

Squid Nigiri with Caviar
Wagyu Nigiri
Wagyu Beef
Sashimi

“Superb dining experience! Wonderful presentation for all of the dishes, and all the sushi, beef, and sashimi was fresh and well prepared. Excellent selection of sake, along with a very attentive staff that took care of every little detail. Can’t wait to go back for another meal soon!“

4.9 Superb18 Reviews
Sapporo Rock & Roll Sushi Sushi • $$
2456 S El Camino Real, San Mateo - 9.29 miles

Customers` Favorites

49er Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: No Takeout: Yes
Crispy Fried Brussels Sprouts
Toro Uni Hand Roll
Mixed Sashimi
Fried Salt
Wagyu Beef
Rock & Roll
Sapporo
Nigiri

“I don’t normally write reviews but this place I just HAD to. I didn’t take pictures of all the food but we got the black truffle edamame, uni nigiri, sweet shrimp nigiri and the 20 pc sashimi. All of the food was too good! I was very very impressed, the sashimi melted in your mouth and perfect texture and the uni was just perfect. When I tried the edamame I was very impressed and it was very reasonably priced! I will say going into it I was definitely a little annoyed since we waited a lil long ngl and so was my mom due to being really hungry but the staff was still very sweet and accommodating, she even gave us free shots and tried to get us a table asap !! I will definitely be coming back and recommending this place to my friends :) it was raining really hard and super windy when we came as shown in the video but still definitely worth the meal.“

4.3 Superb120 Reviews

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Kokko

Kokko Japanese • $$
509 2nd Ave, San Mateo - 11.03 miles

Customers` Favorites

Tori Soboro Don
Chicken Karaage
Yakitori Bento
Lamb Chop

“really happy i took my mom out here, she’s a picky one and this was up to her standards. a lot of great Japanese dishes and fishes, hamachi kama (collar) was meaty and rich, and takoyaki wasn’t wet and soggy (iykyk). ended it with warabi mochi which is my absolute favorite!“

4.4 Superb58 Reviews
BentoSprout Japanese •
212 2nd Ave, San Mateo - 11.02 miles

“We provided BentoSprout bentos for our guests at our wedding in Mill Valley and our families and friends LOVED their bentos (of course we did too bc we chose it duh lol)!!! TLDR: if you’re looking for delicious, balanced, beautiful, healthy, authentic bento boxes for your event (wedding, birthday, other celebration, office gathering, etc) AND want to support business that is Japanese-woman owned, we highly recommend BentoSprout! If you want to make the bento boxes fit a more formal setting, you can have it in wooden boxes that are compostable and also add a furoshiki cloth (locally and support an AAPI-owned business if you can) for a very reasonable additional cost. They look so nice while being minimalist. It was the perfect amount of food for a wedding for everyone and for those with a bigger appetite, it would be totally more than enough with a few appetizers.My husband is Japanese and it was so important for us to reflect his culture in the food we offered at our wedding and it needed to be delicious and perfect, which Mireille’s bentos were. His family have very high standards for food and they enjoyed their bentos wholeheartedly and were emphatic about how skillful she must be for the dishes in the bentos to have come out as perfectly as they did. Her bentos are beautiful and so thoughtful, as well as balanced, and above all so incredibly tasty. We had a tasting for her bentos and we were so impressed then, and hard to believe but it was even better on the day of our wedding!Mireille is so easy to work with and extremely communicative and accommodating. We had a number of guests with dietary restrictions and preferences and she was so careful and meticulous in ensuring that she understood them perfectly and then prepared them without issue and our guests really enjoyed their meals.Mireille, thank you so much for making our day extra special with the love and care you put into your bentos and food. Thank you for all the emails you exchanged with us and double checking, as well as the thoughtful and generous touch you did for our bentos given our budget. It made us so happy to see how much our families and friends enjoyed our food, and we of course loved our own meals that day thoroughly!Photo credit: Photography by Vee“

4.4 Superb55 Reviews
Sushi Arashi Sushi • $$
240 Castro St, Mountain View - 6.96 miles

Customers` Favorites

Dinner Beef Teriyaki
Shrimp Tempura Roll
Sashimi Special
Sashimi 8pc
Tuna Sashimi
Dinner Combo
Miso Soup

“Very high quality fish with great portion sizes. I came here with a few friends and we were all very satisfied. I got the dinner combo with 2 orders of sashimi (16 pieces total) and the pieces were very big, fatty, and high quality. My friends got the sake don (also very high quality salmon) and the chicken katsu, which came with a mountain of chicken katsu and was great for the price. I will definitely be coming back as this is one of the best sushi restaurants I've been to in the bay area.“

4.3 Superb101 Reviews
Noma Sushi Japanese • $$
152 South Blvd, San Mateo - 9.98 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sexy Casanova and Combo Tempura
Combination Sashimi
Bluefin Tuna Roll
Sushi

“Whoa! 5☆ Excellence! Great Fresh Fish on a Monday, let me tell you: When you order something CRUNCHY here, it is! No cold, soggy dish room tempura or deep-fried - it is HOT and CRISP - crackle in my mouth GOOD. So excellent here - fantastic bar service, great comfy vibe and deeeelicious sushi. I will be back fo' sho'!“

4.3 Superb101 Reviews
Kiroro Sushi Japanese • $$
1200 El Camino Real, Belmont - 6.83 miles

Customers` Favorites

Walnut and Prawn Roll
Deluxe Chirashi Bowl
California Roll
Spider Ramen
Nigiri Sushi
Miso Soup
Edamame

“I ordered the “Deluxe Chirashi Bowl” on DoorDash and was satisfied with the meal. Some points:1. Overall, the cuts of fish are very high quality. I applaud them for this. Chu-toro was cut generously.2. The sauces are too overpowering. It felt way too salty with how much ponzu was drizzled. Traditionally, chirashi/kaisen don bowls should highlight the fish. I felt like I was tasting too much sauce for my liking. The rice was not enough to “balance out” the saltiness. Then, there was also this sour-sweet relish that, by itself, could be good. But they drizzled so much of it I couldn’t taste the fish/rice anymore. Overall, too much sauce.3. I appreciated how they added their “signature touch” to the chirashi bowl with puréed yam. It balanced the salmon.4. Presentation is very good. I liked how they scored the salmon. Good touch.5. For a deluxe chirashi bowl, I was let down with only a single piece of uni and a single piece of amaebi. Usually, uni should come in two pieces? Somewhat understandable, since Santa Barbara uni is expensive these days (I’m pretty sure it’s Santa Barbara uni).6. Rice is okay—nothing special unfortunately. I admit I have pretty high standard with my sushi rice though.“

4.3 Superb96 Reviews
Uncle Tetsu | Japanese Cheesecake Bakery • $$
72 W Sailer Dr, San Mateo - 8.83 miles

“So excited to come back here after 3 years. Their cheesecake is fluffy and light and delicious. However, their highlight is the matcha with cheese foam! It's strong, dark, bold, and earthy! This is the only location that I know serving matcha and green tea. I even ordered a matcha drink without ice so I can save it in the fridge for my caffeine fix in the next morning. Other locations need to be consistent and serve these drinks as well. Original cheese tart is legit!!! The shell is crispy without being crumbly after the first bite, and it has subtle sweetness. The filling is generous, creamy, light, and perfectly sweet! It pairs perfectly well with my half sweet matcha drink.“

4.4 Superb47 Reviews

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Kobeya

Kobeya Japanese • $
140 W 25th Ave, San Mateo - 9.34 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Katsu Curry Cutlet
Tonkatsu Curry
Ramen

“On the cheaper side for food, and it's amazing. Haven't tried their ramen but tonkatsu curry is great.Takoyaki is more on the soft side, and karaage isn't crispy— but good. It's a different style— liking it would be preference.“

4.4 Superb42 Reviews
Ogiku Kaiseki Japanese
2432 Broadway, Redwood City - 3.6 miles

Customers` Favorites

Sea Urchin and Caviar
Wagyu Steak
Abalone
Sashimi
Unagi

“Excellent food and service! Variety of raw, steamed, grilled dishes and the waygu sukiyaki was excellent.The neighboring table was noisy. Foreigners who speak loudly in an otherwise quiet setting. Otherwise the atmosphere was great.Will come back again.“

4.6 Superb22 Reviews
O' Sushi Newark Sushi Bar • $$
34940 Newark Blvd, Newark - 9.91 miles

Customers` Favorites

House Miso Soup
Chicken Karaage
Loki Roll
Kamikaze
Sushi
Tuna
Fish
Gyoza

“O'Sushi in Newark has always held a special place in my heart when it comes to sushi delights. The range of flavors and the meticulous presentation always lure me in. Among their expansive menu, two rolls stand out for me: the Seattle Roll, packed with rich, cooked salmon complemented by creamy avocado, and the M&M roll. The latter, adorned with spicy mayo, adds that fiery touch that gives each bite an unforgettable zest.However, the experience goes beyond just the food. Like many others, I've faced challenges that deter me from a complete dine-in experience. The last time I decided to visit, I was met with the sad sight of homeless individuals seeking refuge near the entrance. Such a scene tugs at one's heartstrings, making one wish for better facilities and care for them in the city of Newark.Parking, another concern, often turns out to be a mini adventure. The limited spaces in their lot force me to park farther away, adding a bit of a walk to the experience.While the food remains unparalleled, I genuinely hope that Newark takes steps to improve the overall ambiance around businesses, ensuring comfort for all its residents and visitors.“

4.3 Superb65 Reviews
Izakaya Mai Izakaya • $$
212 2nd Ave, San Mateo - 11.02 miles

Customers` Favorites

Okonomiyaki Japanese Pancakes
Katsu-Curry Rice
Salmon Sashimi
Sashimi Platter
Calfornia Roll
Agedashi Tofu
Chicken Wing
Dragon Roll
Noodle Soup
Miso Soup

“4.5 stars, rounded up.Thumbs up:- Very tasty food- Hearty portions- Very affordable (for Bay Area) prices- Strong selection of food and drinks- Not a long wait, even on a Friday nightMeh:- Service wasn't the most attentive- Really really loud :(. Hard to have a conversation“

4.3 Superb65 Reviews
Fuji Sukiyaki Sushi • $$
428 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo - 10.93 miles

Customers` Favorites

Lunch Combo with Tempura and Salmon Teriyaki
Combination Tempura
Combination Sashimi
Miso Soup or Rice
Spicy Tuna Roll
California Roll
Calamari Tempura
Salmon Sashimi
Seaweed Salad
Oyster Bomb

“We go here for Sushi. The fish tastes fresh and they have a good variety of classic rolls. Usually the staff are pretty attentive and orders arrive as expected.Parking: I usually park at the parking structure on 3rd and B street and walk over. S.Claremont St. Sometimes there is street parking depending on what time of day you go.“

4.3 Superb64 Reviews
Hanabi Sushi Japanese • $$
1040 N Rengstorff Ave STE A1, Mountain View - 5.28 miles

Customers` Favorites

Small Combo Sashimi 6 Pieces
California Hand Roll
Nigiri Mix 8 Pieces
Sushi & Sashimi
Combo Bento Box
Salmon Sashimi
Lambada Roll
Miso Soup
Katsu Don
Tempura

“The Beef Rib Udon at Hanabi Sushi is a must-try! The broth is rich and flavorful, the noodles are perfectly cooked, and the beef ribs are incredibly tender. The portions are generous and the service is always friendly. This has become my go-to spot for a satisfying and delicious meal!“

4.3 Superb63 Reviews
Gochi Japanese Fusion Tapas Japanese • $$$
1943 W El Camino Real, Mountain View - 6.16 miles

Customers` Favorites

Seared Scallops with Uni
Okonomiyaki Style Pizza
Green Tea Creme Brulee
Grilled Beef Tongue
Hamachi Carpaccio
Chicken Karaage
Nasu Curry Pizza
Yuzu Ceviche
Claypot Rice

“Decent spot but would recommend having few people to share the dishes with so you can try more things. They have a good selection of items to pick from. The pizza crust was very tasty but it lack fillings. Claypot was a decent size but the pork was a bit too tender. We also got the beef rolls but we didn’t enjoy it as much as it was very overcooked and had a weird texture.“

4.3 Superb56 Reviews
Sushi Kuu Japanese • $$
1001 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont - 7.36 miles

Customers` Favorites

Caterpillar Sushi Roll
Part of the Sushi Boat
Vegetable Tempura
Chicken Teriyaki
Beef Short Ribs
California Roll
Yasai Tempura
Chicken Katsu
Miso Soup
Yakitori

“During the pandemic ordered takeout from here many times as they offer dinner bento boxes for around $20 for 3 items. They have their own website to order online for pickup (they do not deliver). Their food is pretty good and consistent quality, usual choices I select are katsu, saba shioyaki, California roll, spicy tuna roll, mix tempura, or beef short ribs. Bento box also include rice, miso soup and salad. Wait staff are friendly when picking up order. Plenty of free parking is available in shared lot of business plaza.“

4.3 Superb49 Reviews
San Mateo Onigilly Japanese • $
670 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo - 10.93 miles

Customers` Favorites

Rice Bowl with Spicy Miso Beef Miso Nasu Eggplant and Spicy Shrimp
Tempura Murasaki IMO Purple Yam
Chicken Katsu Curry Onigilly
Chicken Teriyaki Onigilly
Onigilly Family Meal
Tempura Purple Yam
Miso Soup Set with
Teriyaki Chicken
Hijiki Seaweed
Tuna Poke Bowl

“My first time here and I always wanted to try it. I finally had the opportunity and it was great! It’s located in a tiny lot, surrounded by 7-11 and zen noodle (which is great too, if you want to try them). There was plenty of parking when we went. The restaurant was clean, they had a lot of seating and I thought it was pretty spacious inside for their size. The restaurant has bar stools, a few seats outside, and tables inside. There is a large menu above and 2 tablets to place your order. The employees were busy making food. We took a while to order because there were so many good options. We finally ordered two flavors of onigilly, to try: one miso nasu which is fried eggplant with miso sesame and green onion, and hijiki which is braised seaweed, carrot, tofu and edamame. I got a salad bowl with mixed greens, seaweed, red cabbage, shredded carrot, edamame, and onion. It includes three proteins: I chose unagi, krab salad and spicy miso beef. My sister ordered a poke bowl: ahi tuna, mixed greens, seaweed, krab salad, cucumber, corn, shredded carrot and red cabbage. We both chose the sesame dressing, however, we didn’t use it. There was so much flavor in our bowls already that it really didn’t need it. Everything was delicious and so flavorful. Definitely worth it and I can’t wait to come back and try other items.Vegetarian options: Poke, rice, tofu and salad bowls, eggplant, and so much more.Parking: Tiny lot shared with other businesses.Kid-friendliness: Brought my 2.5yo niece just for take out but it is family friendly.Wheelchair accessibility: There are no stairs, or steps, so you can easily access the restaurant. There is also accessible parking.“

4.3 Superb47 Reviews

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Seiya

Seiya Sushi • $$$
741 Laurel St, San Carlos - 5.54 miles

Customers` Favorites

Omakase Sushi Sashimi Combo
Spicy Tuna Wrapped
Crunchy Spicy Tuna
Sashimi Classic
Sashimi Salad

“Really a great and cozy place for delicious sushi and dinner. Very romantic and I would recommend it as a sensual dinner experience for that 3rd or 4th date! ?Food is priced around $10-20 a plate. I went with 3 others and we all got whatever we wanted and paid around $45-60 each with tip.Parking: Parking located behind the sushi restaurant! Area is blocked off and labeled "For customers only"“

4.3 Superb47 Reviews
Joy Sushi Sushi • $$
30 S B St, San Mateo - 11.12 miles

Customers` Favorites

Miso Soup and Salad
Spider Roll
Poke Bowl
Avocado

“Off the main strip of downtown San Mateo, tho rivals the more popular stops there (ex: Sam's)House sake was delicious Speed of service was fastRolls are big, so take this into account when ordering. We did 3 rolls for 2 ppl and had leftovers, which is unusual for us. Interior is not the nicest / most aesthetic, so if you're in search of a cute date spot, would look elsewhere.“

4.3 Superb46 Reviews
Bluefin Sushi & Teriyaki Grill Japanese • $
2327 Redwood Ave, Redwood City - 3.53 miles

Customers` Favorites

Chicken Teriyaki and Salmon Sashimi

“The service here is unparalleled- the owner, who's also the one taking the orders most of the time, is so incredibly friendly and a real joy to talk to. I've been here so many times and talking with her is consistently a highlight of my day. The food here is also delicious - there are a lot of options, including the chicken teriyaki and various sushi selections. Nothing I've had so far has been a miss. The indoor seating is a bit smaller so I generally get food to go, but the option is certainly available for those who are interested“

4.5 Superb21 Reviews
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