I think this place has new ownership. I chose it because of the ambiance. I was meeting with a…read moreclient for lunch and we wanted to sit in one of the outdoor booths. So I reserved a week in advance. Both of us traveling from different area of The Bay and meeting in the middle. The whole booth set up was not even there any longer. And its subtle, but it has much lower quality design than the set up in the photos, inside and out. I feel a bit like I got catfished from the photos. The quality of the food was pretty okay. The service was good. All in all though I was looking for a higher end experience with taste, quality, and most definitely ambiance... and it wasn't there for me. When we got there, we almost left and went somewhere else. They were friendly and sweet and did a great job, but personally if I'm going to sushi, I probably wouldn't go there again. I didn't feel great about the photos showing one thing and then it being quite different. Also, it's in strip mall and the outdoor area does not feel private. Next to a grocery store.

The food was amazing definitely coming back for the chicken curry again!! The place is small but…read morecozy and the server was very sweet and fast!

As much as I've always loved Robata--over the past 20? 30? years--I have to say I think the current…read morefront of house is the best ever! Thank you!

i had the tempura dinner & a lg hot saki, they were really good, i was full when i left their !!!!!read more

Our daughter suggested this place, hadn't been before. We just loved the location, ambience, and…read morethe food! The staff was incredibly attentive, and everything coming out of the kitchen looked amazing. I had miso soup, mixed tempura, and pickles. Very eclectic but everything was delicious, maybe the best miso soup I ever had and that's saying somthing. I'll be back and soon to check out more of the menu.

Okay... I have to say, the Japanese food situation in Marin can be a little rough....BUT Kuro Nami…read morewas such a pleasant surprise. Everything felt fresh, thoughtful, and elevated. They have a really interesting spin on their dishes, especially the rolls. The house roll was my favorite and honestly stood out compared to most places around here. Service was superb! super attentive, warm, and welcoming without being overbearing. You can tell they really care about the experience. They just opened recently, so everything is brand new and the decor is clean, modern, and beautifully done. There's also plenty of parking (huge plus in Marin), and it's located in such a cute part of San Anselmo, which makes it perfect for a little walk before or after your meal. Overall, such a great addition to the area. Definitely coming back.

Growing up eating Burmese food at home, I rarely go out for it because nothing ever compares to…read morehomemade. That's why I was pleasantly surprised by Burma Town. The flavors were authentic and flavorful without being overly Americanized. The pork curry was absolutely delicious and is definitely a must-order. I also got the tea leaf salad and immediately wished I had ordered the large because you can never have enough tea leaf salad. The palata was a great starter -- flaky, warm, and exactly what you'd want. The miso black cod was another standout. The broth it was simmered in was incredibly flavorful, and the fish was perfectly cooked. The garlic noodles were also done really well with the right noodles and great flavor -- honestly better than some places known specifically for garlic noodles. And of course, the coconut rice is always worth ordering. We skipped dessert since nothing really stood out, but I would love to see them add more traditional Burmese desserts like faluda in the future. Parking wasn't too difficult, especially if you circle around the back neighborhood area. The wait was reasonable, the outdoor patio seating was nice, and the service was attentive throughout the meal. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when craving Burmese food.

I forgot to put a review here after eating here several times. I work in Sausalito so it's not too…read morefar and I've brought coworkers here to eat. The food is very good. I've had the tea leaf salad and BBQ pork garlic noodles. I sadly can no longer eat red meat but the BBQ pork was delicious and the garlic noodles were not overly greasy. I forgot to also include that the tea leaf salad here is one of the best I've had! My coworker that I brought there last year had never had Burmese food and I had her try the Tea Leaf Salad (my personal favourite) and she loved it and insisted that was the best salad she's ever had. We're from the South so our palette is different, lol. This place also has a lot of fusion dishes and is very friendly to vegans and vegetarians. This is very important for me due to dietary restrictions. The restaurant was very clean, the decoration was cute and the owner's daughter was incredibly kind. She told us that her mother's recipes were used for the restaurant. I'll be bringing my partner and other friends here when we have time. The only issue is the parking. Parking is insanely frustrating in this area but this place is worth it. Just carpool together and go! The owner's daughter also has a really good memory since we couldn't come back for several months and she still remembered us and our request for ube cheesecake, lol. Edit: Oops, I meant original owner's daughter. I'm not sure if she's the owner now or her mom. Either way, the food is great and service is always kind. It feels especially kind when owners of the business are passionate about their food and encourage their customers! I found the pictures and uploaded them (oops, it was from 2024 not last year too).

Food is authentic and amazing. The ambience is welcoming, cozy, & clean. The service is top tier…read morewith friendly servers left and right. Overall, best ramen place i've ever visited!

incredible food at a very reasonable price, the service was excellent and and the playlist was fireread more

We had a saturday dinner reserved for our anniversary. Greeted warmly and seated immediately…read moreoutside (Theres indoor and outdoor seating). The entire staff seemed joyful and polite. We ordered the kaisen futo-maki, chicken karage, and premium sushi plate. Loved each item so much and everything came out in a timely manner despite the place being busy. Every dish seemed elevated and better quality than other sushi places, which made the price worth it. We were also given a free scoop of vanilla ice cream and almond chocolate to end the night! We cant wait to come back to try the omakase.

What an experience to dine at the bar for dinner service at Sushi Ran! I recommend making a…read morereservation as the restaurant filled up pretty quickly despite our early dinner slot. The chef is detailed in his craft. I loved watching him put together the sashimi platter, adorning the fish with shiso, kelp, and sunomono. To drink, I tried the gluten free beer which I don't often see on menus, and was pleasantly surprised at how crisp and refreshing the taste was. We ordered a variety of sushi and also hot foods to try. We enjoyed all of the dishes we ordered. Looking back, I'm not sure if I had complaints about any particular one. I think the agedashi tofu is artfully done. I'm a long time ageda fan, while my boyfriend is iffy on it, but this one he thoroughly enjoyed. The fried fish with the house-made tartar sauce was a great appetizer to start off the meal. As for the fish, very fresh and quality. It was fun pairing the different sashimi with the variety of accoutrements like the shiso, lemon, and kelp. Service was fantastic as well. Overall, a lovely dinner experience and I would recommend others to visit Sushi Ran.

We have been regular customers of Samurai for over 10 years since we moved to Marin. My wife grew…read moreup in a coastal region of Japan, and one of her family members is a fisherman. Both of us were raised with sushi as part of everyday life, so we are admittedly quite selective when it comes to traditional Japanese food. With that context, I am delighted to give five stars to Samurai. The owner, Brian, not only knows how to make excellent sushi, but truly understands Japanese culture as well. Dining here is not just about eating sushi -- it's about how the food is prepared, presented, and served. That philosophy is clearly shared by his entire staff. The quality of the fish is consistently excellent. We usually order from the "today's specials" written on the whiteboard, and today's bluefin tuna was genuinely toro grade. At many other sushi restaurants, the same quality would easily cost twice as much. Samurai offers exceptional, opportunity-grade sushi at prices that are surprisingly wallet-friendly. We highly recommend this restaurant to anyone who appreciates authentic sushi made with care, skill, and respect for the culture.

This is one of our go to spots in Mill Valley. Always good and great service. The nigiri and rolls…read moreare always delish.

What a gem of a restaurant! I can't believe tonight was the first time we tried Fukusuke, but I am…read moreso glad we did. It is a cozy, family run restaurant with wonderful fresh sushi. We had miso soup, and tried the dan-san roll and a California roll- all were delicious! The restaurant isn't fancy or stuffy, just wonderful food, and wonderful service. If you're lucky, you'll have Hitomi as your waitress Please also take note of the adorable frog decor! We will be back very soon!

This was easily one of the worst restaurant experiences I've ever had. When we arrived, there were…read moretwo empty tables available, yet we were offered the only table by the door -- the exact spot I had already said we did not want. That should have been the first red flag. After being seated, we were completely ignored. No placemats, no water, no greeting -- nothing. We had to ask just to be acknowledged so we could order, and even then the staff acted like we were an inconvenience. What made it worse was watching them clear two other tables, seat new families there, and fully set those tables up -- all while we were still sitting there with zero service. It was obvious we were not a priority at all. The only moment anyone looked our way was when we finally got up and walked out -- and not a single person attempted to apologize or stop us. That level of indifference says everything. Absolutely unacceptable service. We will never return.

Hands down the best sushi spot in the bay. The fish is incredibly fresh every time. The rolls are…read moreunbelievable, especially the spicy crunchy tuna. Milton and Chris, and the rest of the crew, are so kind and accommodating. Chris is truly an artist. He prepares the most gorgeous nigiri and roles, and will always recommend the freshest fish they have. The place is clean, warm, and welcoming! Sushi Ko is the best restaurant in Marin.

Ok, starting to understand the lower star ratings…read more.. My family and I came in for dinner and we had a very different experience. The guy servers were all very friendly, but the female server we had was terrible. She got our order wrong. Twice. She wasn't personable at all and rushed us through ordering and through dinner. The food also wasn't that great tonight. The steak teriyaki was tough and chewy. Tempura was super oily. I don't think we'll be back. Too many great Japanese restaurants in the area...

Deeply obsessed w this place. Cool dude in the back of a convenience shop. Tuna tasted sooooo fresh…read moreand was Elite with those sweet bbq hawaiian chips. YUM! I wanna go to hawaii.....

Poke 4/5 - very fresh and flavor is good. One of them was very saucy though so it was a bit too…read moremuch and I wanted to taste the fish more. They had three options of poke to choose from. Fish dip 4/5 - good but nothing amazing. Would skip this next time Small poke shop inside a convenient store. No indoor seating so we went across the street and ate at the benches.