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1. Sasa
4.3
Awesome(2230)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Walnut Creek
Booked 39 times today
At Sasa, nestled in Walnut Creek, diners are treated to an exceptional Japanese Speciality experience that harmoniously blends tradition with innovation. This charming restaurant, housed in a historic 100-year-old building, offers an ambiance that invites guests to unwind and savor every moment. Chef Philip Yang's masterful creations "never disappoint," with the freshest sushi that is both "amazing" and "beautifully plated." The menu features a delightful array of small plates, including favorites like shrimp gyoza and creative sushi rolls that are consistently "top quality." Sasa's attentive service and extensive sake selection make it the perfect spot for any special occasion.
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2. Benihana - Concord, CA
4.0
Excellent(5664)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Concord
Booked 111 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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3. Akemi Berkeley
4.6
Exceptional(477)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Berkeley
Booked 11 times today
Opened in February 2015, AKEMI is the latest incarnation of miyuki on 1695 Solano Avenue in North Berkeley (Albany border) in the San Francisco Bay Area.Along with a revamped interior and exterior that includes salvaged wood and upgraded kitchen equipment, AKEMI features an updated menu spotlighting fresh ingredients and well-crafted flavors while retaining customer classics such as our sushi rolls. AKEMI is the new name we bestow upon the beauty that is good food with good people in a good place.For outdoor reservations please call the restaurant.
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4. Aozora Japanese Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(562)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Danville
Booked 31 times today
Aozora Japanese Restaurant in Danville is a true gem for Sushi enthusiasts, renowned for its "consistently excellent" offerings and "fresh and delicious" sushi. This beloved spot stands out with its beautifully crafted sushi rolls and sashimi, often described as "the freshest around." The restaurant combines traditional Japanese flavors with a modern twist, offering dishes like the "toro toro" and "evil" rolls that are must-tries. Patrons rave about the "outstanding food, wonderful service," and the welcoming atmosphere that make dining here a delightful experience. For those seeking authentic, high-quality Sushi in Danville, Aozora is a top choice.
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5. Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya
4.1
Excellent(25)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Berkeley
Booked 6 times today
Fish & Bird is a unique izakaya-style restaurant and bar specializing in modern Japanese cuisine, integrating fresh local, organic, and sustainable ingredients with curated traditional ingredients from Japan. The sophisticated interpretation of traditional dishes is a reflection of the current trends in metropolitan Japan. Enjoy dining in a casual yet comfortable dining room or at our full bar with Japanese whiskey and small-batch spirits, unique sake, wine, beer, and craft cocktails. Limited outdoor dining is available on the sidewalk, weather permitting. We are located six blocks from the downtown Berkeley BART station. Ample street parking is also available. Our accolades include Michelin Michelin-recommended list, San Francisco Chronicle's Top Japanese Restaurant in the Bay Area, Eater SF 38 Essential Restaurants in the East Bay, Esquire's Best New Restaurant in America 2021, San Jose Mercury News The Bay Area's Best Restaurants 2022: The Top Ten, and many more.
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6. Kakui Sushi
new
4.5
Awesome(19)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Oakland
Booked 3 times today
The four seasons influence every aspect of Japanese art and culture. At Kakui, we maintain this tradition by creating unique dishes using the freshest local ingredients. As the seasons change so does our menu, taking advantage of the local abundance. In this way, we are creating a contemporary cuisine that combines Japanese traditions with the best the Bay Area has to offer.Kakui Features:A sushi bar stocked with the freshest fish, serving traditional favorites as well as our own creationsAn open kitchen serving a complete menu of Japanese dishesA full selection of sake, carefully selected to accompany our menu itemsWe look forward to having you join us as our guest!
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  • Paul
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    such a great restaurant, delicious food, some of the best garlic-chili edamame I've ever had....will be coming back here again and again.
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    Aozora Japanese RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Danville
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    4.7
  • Jason
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Excellent, I've never been disappointed by the food, service or ambience of the restaurant, and considering the quality overall I think their prices are reasonable, and unlike some other cities I don't feel gouged afterward by paying for the validated parking in the seemingly safe enough, clean and well-lighted parking garage. As for the music, Yoshi's is the best intimate venue by far in the S.F. Bay Area, every act they books is top notch, and the sound quality in there is superb regardless of where you sit. Normally it's difficult for businesses to coax even faint praise for me, so for me to take time out to write a glowing review means A LOT. Trust me.
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    Yoshi's OaklandPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Oakland
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    4.7
  • John
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Very pricey! Two adults Two grandchildren chicken and shrimp entrees one beer, two ($24)smoothies . $193 +$40 tip.
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    Benihana - Concord, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Concord
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    4
  • TerryVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    The food was absolutely fabulous. Such creative combinations of textures and flavors. Beautiful presentations.
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    SasaPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Walnut Creek
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    4.3
  • HelenVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Dec 15, 2024
    Everything was good but nothing mindblowing, which I would expect given how expensive everything was.
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    Fish & Bird Sousaku IzakayaPrice: Expensive• Izakaya• Berkeley
    •
    4.1

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