Awesome place and wonderful staff! We came to Cured after meaning to go for some time, and can't wait to go back! As it was our first visit, we got the full download on the menu. Recommend getting between 5-7 dishes depending on how hungry you are. Went with the mussels, oysters, albacore, king salmon, and the star of the show, the bluefin tuna cowboy style. Every dish was beautifully plated with its own complex and distinct flavors. The servers do a great job of timing the dishes just right once you're ready for the next one. We wish we had more room in our stomach to try more dishes from the menu. read more

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Finally decided to try Cured Fish Bar for happy hour and dinner. We walked in on a Friday and ordered multiple items to share between 2 people. I recommend making a reservation just in case since seating is limited. Some of our favorite bites were the anchovy toast and the seafood chowder. The total bill was over $100 and neither of us were particularly that full, just satiated enough. I don't recommend coming here for a full dinner if you're hungry or have a large party. You can definitely get full, but it will cost you! It's a nice appetizer/happy hour spot as a precursor though. Overall it was a nice experience and we'd stop by again to explore any new menu additions! read more

Cured Fish Bar - Japanese Near Me - Livermore, California

We came here to celebrate my birthday and had a really nice overall experience. Since it was a rainy Wednesday, it wasn't too busy and we were seated right away. You can choose between bar seating or a table--we went with a table. The space is cute, modern, and has a great vibe. One thing I really appreciated is that all the sashimi dishes came pre-seasoned with thoughtful sauces and toppings. We didn't even need soy sauce or ginger--everything was already balanced and flavorful. Oysters (3.5/5) Solid. Fresh and clean, and great value for a dozen. We added "the works" for $3, which came with extra sauces--definitely worth it and added a nice variety of flavors. Uni Toast (4/5) Really good. Served on a crispy ube toast with great presentation. Definitely on the pricier side, but expected for good uni. Worth trying if you're into uni. Tuna Crudo (4.5/5) Really enjoyed this. Flavor was good, but the crispy bread was a highlight for me. Some might think it's too crispy, but I loved the texture. The wagyu juices tied everything together nicely. DIY Handrolls (4/5) Fun concept--comes with mini sheets of seaweed, rice, and hamachi so you can build your own. The fish tasted fresh and high-quality. The only downside is I wish they gave more seaweed. Cured Chirashi Don (4.5/5) The sushi rice was honestly one of the most flavorful I've had--very pronounced vinegar taste (in a good way). The fish was fresh and of high quality. Definitely a standout. Overall, this place leans on the pricier side since it's small plates/tapas style--we ended up ordering around 7-8 dishes to feel full. That said, the flavors are unique and I liked how some of the fish was lightly seared, adding a nice aroma and texture. Service was solid--our server checked in regularly. They also brought out cookies and milk for my birthday, which was a nice touch (not free--$8--but still worth it). Would come back to try more dishes read more

Unfortunately, I didn't have a great experience here. The atmosphere wasn't very pleasant, and the prices were quite high for what you get. The taste was okay, fish and oyster was fresh sevive is good!! The portion sizes were very small, and overall it just didn't feel worth the money. There's definitely room for improvement. read more

Cured Fish Bar - Japanese Near Me - Livermore, California

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We always have an excellent experience here! The intimate setting and wonderful staff paired with the delicious seafood makes this our favorite restaurant in Livermore! They also have a nice selection of sake to complement their dishes. read more

Excellent spot with a great happy hour menu. Everything we tried was delicious and fresh. Sat at the bar and got fresh oysters for $2 (HH), tuna crudo, tuna tataki, mussels, anchovy toast, Caesar salad (super delicious), and DIY hamachi HandRolls. The happy hour nigori sale was good too. Friendly service and they wiped down the table after the salad and gave us fresh plates which was a nice touch. Will definitely come back - the anchovy toast was especially tasty! read more

We discovered this place after getting coffee next door. Came here for Valentine's Day and it was a pretty good experience. We were seated at the bar and it was nice to see them make the different dishes. Yuzu sake spritz - 2/5 it tasted rather watered down to me so I didn't taste much of anything Yuzu sake on the rocks - 4/5 the much better option if you're in between drink choices. Good yuzu flavor. Tuna crudo - 3.5/5 it was milder in flavor but the crisp of the bread was really nice. Some might think it is too crispy but I looove crispy stuff so I found it enjoyable Salmon crudo - 3.5/5 good dish but the salmon texture was a little rougher than I'd like. The flavor is good though Scallops crudo - 4/5 the truffle on top of the scallops was so good. Brought a lot of truffle flavor which I enjoyed a lot - skip if you do not like truffle Tuna toro tartare - 4.5/5 I was super surprised by this dish. It ended up being my favorite of the night. The jalapeño pieces were my favorite part; it added flavor I wasn't expecting Mushrooms: 3/5 it was fine but nothing crazy standout to me. I think the mushrooms were missing a touch of salt to bring out the umami flavor. I didn't love the bread this dish came with Chowder: 4/5 the chowder was great! I enjoyed this a lot and I was surprised my bf enjoyed this one too (he's not a big fan of cooked seafood). I would definitely get this again. Overall, great dining experience. I'd come back for the scallops, tuna toro tartare and the chowder. read more

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Wow! What a place! My stomach and derriere have been holding me hostage lately, with only raw fish being able to reason with them (for some reason) so I decided to wander in. You know when People really love their jobs?! Well fair enough maybe you dont know, and that's legit, but anyway people really seem to love their jobs here. Food is transcendent! Staff is so helpful and knowledgeable!! Vibes are immaculate! Also Alyse was super helpful and attentive and had the best recommendations! I came in for happy hour, and it was banger after banger. Some of the best shrimp cocktail, I've ever had. Fantastic oysters! BEST MUSSELS EVER!! So much yes!! so little time! read more

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Dined in on Wednesday for happy hour (5-6pm) We ordered a dozen oysters, mini albacore tataki, 2 orders of tuna toro tartare, albacore cheesy toast, cured caesar salad, hokkaido scallop crudo, and the bluefin tuna crudo with the cowboy up Couldn't go wrong with everything we ordered! The oysters were really good! The tuna toro tarter was so delicious, we ordered two of those! It was my boyfriend's favorite! We don't usually order the salad but the caesar salad was surprisingly delicious! My favorite was the bluefin tuna crudo (cowboy up!), covered in wagyu juices. The 8 things we ordered were enough to fill us up. The server recommends you order 5-7 things for a full meal. Everything tasted really fresh. I enjoyed sitting by the bar and watching the chefs create your dishes. read more

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Happy hour all day Tuesday We had a dozen oysters, hamachi crudo, chowder, potatoes, scallops, the bread with butter, heirloom tomato salad, and caesar salad. I loved the caesar salad and the milk & cookie for dessert. They also have a secret menu which you have to ask for or it's not so secret anymore. I would come back again. read more

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Cured Fish Bar opened recently where Livermore Dance Centre once was. Limited parking on site. A few spaces around the back. Indoor seating only. Assume total renovation done. Minimal decor. Vanilla walls. Some artifacts on shelf behind bar. Quickly seated at once of few tables available. Other option-seating at bar. Offerings: mostly house made sodas, wines, beers. Only eats: Chirashi don, wagyu beef Takiki. The good stuff is all for dinner. Slurps: Miso soup-come with Chirashi don -uber flavorful from miso . Housemade. Not the premade version most sushi places serve. No tofu/seaweed. Just a few green onions slices. Got refill. Cured Chirashi Don (28) -sushi rice was the most flavorful ever tasted. Had strong rice vinegar taste, probably imported. -dozen+ small pieces of fresh trout, blue fin tuna (Mex.), albacore, hamachi augmented by cured salmon roe, egg ribbons. Sesame, nori, shiso flavored cucumber slices, house pickles, seasoned soy sauce. -each bite slowly savored, an intense Unami filled adventure. Wagyu beef tataki (15) 4 slices -sourced from Masami Ranch. Corning, Ca. -tasted better medium rare cuts of fillet mignon. -very tender, nuanced profile from seared beef marinated with ponzu, chive, kanzuri. *kanzuri sourced from Myoko, Japan. Made from fermented red chilies, yuzu rind, rice kogi. (Ai Overview) 5 stars Worthy:YMMV Quality: Great-top ingredients used. Quantity: reasonable. Small portions typical of high end eateries. read more

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This is a relatively new restaurant in Livermore. The owner did a great job making us feel welcome. He had a very good understanding about the craziness in the sushi supply chain. He even has a deep freeze for some fish to keep it fresh per FDA recommendations. All of the fresh sashimi was prepared with various sauces and ingredients. At the end of the day we didn't need to request soy sauce and ginger since all of the items were prepared with flavors that didn't require additional flavors. The restaurant is small and the owners brings in fresh fish that they can sell. As such they have a limited menu. The restaurant has a nice vibe between staff. They even have king salmon that can be prepared by searing using a blow torch (see other Yelp reviews videos). If you are in the mood to step out of the normal sushi atmosphere, which has many fish kinds, give them a try. read more

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I love this place, but what you get is disproportionate to the amount you pay. However, the food... scrumptious. There aren't that many restaurants that I love in this area, but this is def one of my favorites and I recommend for special occasions. All the food is amazing! Love with a glass of white. Also beer flight on the menu. Strange to say about a place that's known for raw fish but one of my favorite dishes is the mushroom dish--lol. The staff is super cool, friendly and fun to converse with, and they really make you feel welcome at this restaurant! It's a pretty casual place that's also nice, clean and modern for dates and gatherings (I feel like most of the restaurants in our area are pretty dated). Be thoroughly warned though, the plates are ultra, ultra tiny and you will be starving after you order five dishes with your partner (and I am an avid fine dining restaurant goer so I KNOW small dishes). We had to go to In-N-Out afterwards. If they ever reduce prices or increased the quantity of food slightly I would literally be there all the time. Like, live there. read more

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Very fresh and light tapas The platings are presented well Seatings are comfy and fun sitting by the bar watching the action The most delicious dishes was the uni toast, great textures and richness Absolutely a must try for a light bits read more

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I'd heard a lot of great things about Cured Fish Bar--mainly that it's amazing but definitely on the pricier side. And yep, that's true. The food is fresh and flavorful, but the portions are more tapas-style, so you won't get full without spending a good amount. We tried a few dishes: - Wingen Bread - $6. My first time trying bread from Wingen! - Bluefin Crudo $20 (Cowboy Up! +$5) - Halibut Crudo $20 - Pink Moon Oysters ($4.50/piece) - Littleneck Clams ($2/piece) - Asahi Beer, $8 The Bluefin Crudo (Cowboy Up!) was definitely the highlight for me--so fresh and flavorful, I would go back just for that! I would skip the little neck clams, they were listed as oysters on the menu but now makes sense they were a bit too fishy and salty for my taste. Most of the dishes start at around $20 and usually come with a few pieces of fish, I think ours came with like 4 pieces? so it can get pretty pricey if you're planning on getting a full meal. The decor inside is sleek, modern, and minimalistic--really loved the clean vibe, which made the whole dining experience feel stylish and relaxed. They have happy Hour from 5pm-6pm, Tues, Wed. Thurs so may wanna check that out. It's not a place where you'll leave feeling stuffed unless you're ready to spend a decent amount, but if you're in the mood for high-quality seafood in a beautiful setting, Cured Fish Bar is a great choice. read more

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A must try in Livermore if you love seafood! Cured Fish Bar is a cozy restaurant that offers array of raw bites alongside with oysters, crudos and other delicious stuff! Menu changes every day depending on availability but delicious nonetheless! They have a few featured wines/sakes/beers that pair well with the seafood as well as events such as sushi Sunday and dollar oysters (yes, a dollar !!) + be on the look out for their events so you're updated ! Though I wouldn't call myself a masters of knowing everything about oysters-- I will admit I am very particularly with them! So I was more than pumped hearing that the featured dollar were just how I like my oysters ! Small, plump and briny! A forever 10/10 in my books. Next up, I had the chance to try their chilled marinated mussels. Cooked in a red wine vinegar sauce-- mussels were delicious served with a side of warm bread. Last thing we ordered was their cured cesar salad made with a fish sauce cesar dressing which was so delicious! Fish sauce is delicious and adds so much umami to any dish as well as a staple in Asian cuisine. The toasted panko and panko were a sweet treat alongside with it. Lettuce was not soggy from the dressing-- it still had that crunch to it! Service was also out of this world. The server was knowledgeable and so fun to talk to! Everyone is attentive and so down to earth ! Ordered a glass of their brut to pair with all my dishes and safe to say I was a happy camper. I can't wait to go back and try more of their dishes! Few things to note, because of the small space that they do have, reservations are encouraged so you're assured you have a spot here! A solid 10 in my books! read more

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Adding the 4 stars to balance out my review to get it to 4.5 stars. Don't know why Yelp can't do .5's in reviews. read more

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I'm a big fan of raw bars and oysters and this place impressed me. From food to service to ambiance, every detail felt intentional. Don't forget to sit at the chefs bar to witness the quiet alchemy unfold. So good! read more

Cured Fish Bar - Japanese Near Me - Livermore, California

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My wife and I were really impressed by Cured Fish Bar. Like most sushi lovers, we're a little snobby about which restaurants we even give a chance, but the reviews were great so we had high hopes. We reserved a table for our anniversary and were seated immediately as it was just a couple days after new years so as expected not a busy time for restaurants. Bar was full but dining area pretty empty. The spot has good vibes enhanced by a great music playlist of RnB and some slaps that had our heads bobbin. Waitress broke down the menu since it was our first visit. Very thorough briefing without overdoing it. Also appreciated the accommodations they were prepared to make (Tamari instead of soy sauce, rice cracker instead of toast for the tartare, etc) for my gluten allergy. Each dish arrived nicely spread out giving us time to savor the visual presentation and the flavors and sip on our smooth and tasty house sake. DIY Handrolls - came with four mini sheets of seaweed, rice and hamachi for us to make our own rolls. They were yummy. Tuna Toro Tartare - nice King salmon - smackin Toro Special - wooo our favorite and the black truffle on top was brilliant Roasty Toasty Mushrooms - liked it, different and creative with the egg yolk. Special Off Menu / Hamachi Kama - big yellowtail collar with lots of deliciousness. We are excited to go back on a future date night and see how the menu changes. Compliments to the staff all around for making our thirteenth a great one read more

Cured Fish Bar - Hamachi Collar - Japanese Near Me - Livermore, California

Our friends brought us here to celebrate the wife's birthday. All the dishes were very good and had a uniqueness to them. Very fresh and expertly prepared. Service was top notch without being intrusive. Cozy comfortable vibe in a small elegant setting. Would definitely come again. read more

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Cesar salad-- 10/10 tangy and a jolt of umami Albacore tataki-- 9/10 generous portions, fatty, bright, nutty, scallions balancing the richness Tuna crudo-- 20/10 can I get three more??? Kanpachi crudo-- 10/10 melts in your mouth Wagyu tataki-- 10/10 heaven DIY hand roll-- 8/10 can skip this, generous portions tho read more

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I eat a lot of sushi, so I know what I'm saying when I tell you the fish here is exceptionally fresh, truly on par with Michelin-level quality. I usually don't like uni, but the way Joe dresses it completely changed my mind. Every crudo and DIY hand roll was flavorful, balanced, and left me wanting seconds. What really sets them apart is that it's a lot more affordable than your typical formal omakase, yet somehow tastes just as good (if not better). The service is wonderful, and I love their vintage dishes, it is such a charming touch. The whole vibe and ambience are amazing. My only regret? Not coming here sooner! read more

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So good, don't know why we waited so long to try this place out. We tried 5 dishes and 3 drinks. Each and everyone was on point. We will be back! read more

Went in with the intention of a cocktail and appetizer before moving to another location for a main course and a third for dessert. Cured Fish Bar had other plans. The Halibut Crudo and Anchovy Toast crippled me, leaving me unable to get down from my barstool to walk to any other restaurant on this mortal earth. The Trout, Uni and Mushroom plates each made me more confident that there was no other commercial food establishment within the laws of physics that could vie for the use of my taste buds for the evening. I live in New Jersey and I will still recommend people go to Cured Fish Bar whenever they are on the same continent. When I left I was taller than I was this morning and I will live 2 years longer than previously estimated. Livermore is a nice place. When I come back it will be for to eat all meals during operating hours at Cured Fish Bar. read more

Cute little place in livermore. Its best to park around the corner since the plaza is pretty small. The ambiance inside is super cute and they will do markets once a month, which is amazing. The food was ok. I think it's a nice place to have a small date night. The bill will probably be around 100$ for two if you're looking for a full meal. Overall, I would highly recommend to try for the ambiance and to support a local business. read more

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Cured Fish Bar was recommended to me by one of my good friends, who raved about the place. I've just started getting a grasp of the foodie scene in Livemore, and this place is top 3 for the area in my book. Don't walk - RUN - to this place. It's that good! I made reservations for myself and my best friend on a Friday at 4:30pm. I requested for us to sit at the chef's counter/table wherever possible. I enjoy seeing how the dishes are prepped, and it's a plus when the chefs are social. We found Cured tucked in a pretty happening strip mall with a craft coffee shop, cheese parlor, and Mexican cantina. As soon as we walked in, my bestie and I immediately got the feel good vibes. The place was cute and cozy for an intimate date night or even a girls night out... and whoever put together their old school hip hop and R&B playlist deserves a shout-out. We were the first customers at the counter AKA the fish bar. Since we were the only customers for a while, we had the pleasure of chatting with the chilliest owners (Joe and Franny), our chef extraordinaire (Josh), and phenomenal waitress (Anya). It was also nice getting to know more about the establishment. Everyone was so warm and welcoming, and their hospitality really went a long way. The drinks and food were fantastic. We both got the same lovely cocktails (the boozy green tea and the plum wine spritzer), and we ordered several items to share including the following: - 2x of each oysters type (there were 4 distinct types but don't recall their individual names). The sauces were not complimentary, but they're worth the splurge. Loved the shaved horseradish, red pepper sauce, and jalapeno sauce. - Cured Caesar salad. OBSESSED! The fish sauce dressing was very unique, and it wasn't overly fishy. The toasted panko gave the salad a great crunchy texture. - Anchovy Toast. I'm a huge fan of anchovies, so I loved this. The tomato "butter" spread was flavorful. - 4 types of crudos: Bluefin Tuna Crudo + "Cowboy up." This was my favorite of the crudos. Albacore Tataki. It was a bit basic compared to the others. Line-caught Halibut. Second favorite. Kanpachi, Amberjack. The umami from the speck was amazing. - Roasty Toasty Mushrooms. Nice meaty mushrooms mixed in with a perfectly runny yolk. - Chocolate chip cookies. They're made from Patisserie by Simone. If you know you know. Overall the flavors combos were creative, the ingredients tasted super fresh, and the presentation of the dishes were made with care. My best friends and I can't wait to go back and check out their rotating menu! read more

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Wow!!!! Cured Fish Bar is easily one of the most impressive meals I've had in a long time. The chef's attention to detail is unreal--every dish was layered with unexpected flavor combinations that somehow felt both inventive and completely natural. It's rare to find a place where creativity and execution are this well balanced. Nothing felt overdone--just beautifully thoughtful food made with serious skill. If you're into fresh, modern seafood and dishes that make you pause mid-bite to say wait, what is that flavor?!, this is your spot. I'll definitely be back--and bringing people with me. read more

Cured Fish Bar - Uni toast and tartare - Japanese Near Me - Livermore, California

We went for happy hour on a Wednesday (5-6PM) and ordered 6 oysters with the works, one of each food dish on the happy hour menu, as well as the cava brut drink (also on the happy hour menu). Service: EXTREMELY friendly and basically made our whole experience very enjoyable! It was great to sit at the bar and see food being made, as well as converse a bit with the chefs. Drinks: The cava was pleasant to drink, but I was surprised that it was served in a martini glass, which made drinking it a bit more difficult. Overall, the food was very enjoyable. - The oysters were quite briny, but they were plump and satisfying and opened well (no bits of shell)... And these days, you can't ask for too much from $2 oysters. - "The works" is $3 and includes some sauces + horseradish for the oysters. I really enjoyed how the cocktail sauce tasted so fresh (made in house!). The taste of the green sauce and the red hot sauce were great as well. And the horseradish is shaved on demand -- we saw one of the chefs making the dish in front of us. - The mini albacore tataki was good, but we thought that the smokiness level could have been either higher or lower (it was high enough so that the albacore had some texture while chewing, but not high enough so that we were able to taste much of the smoke flavor), and I think they could actually add a bit more dashi to the broth. - The tuna toro tartare was our favorite dish out of the happy hour menu. The crostini provided a very satisfying crunch, and they were very generous with the tuna portions. - The albacore cheesy toast surprised us. I enjoyed the overall experience because I love cheese, but I felt there may have been too much cheese which made the entire dish feel extremely decadent (we were hoping for something a bit lighter). If decadence is your thing, definitely order this dish. Ambiance: Probably the nicest, most modern vibe in all of Livermore! The only other restaurant we've seen with such nice interior design/layout is Range Life. We'll be back at some point; this is a fantastic add to the Livermore area and we'll definitely need to try some items off the regular food menu! read more

Ambience and service are top notch. Food is really just slightly above average if you are into seafood. Seared tuna is really just so so. Bit of a mushy texture. Can't really taste any tuna. Miso butter on the scallops was too salty. I expected the scallop to be pan seared and not torched. The temperature of the torched scallop is bit lukewarm which is a bit weird. Uni is not a good deal at $25 a small piece. The mushrooms and Caesar salad were very good. Mushrooms mixed in with the egg yolk was awesome. Every layer of the salad had cheese shavings, dressing and crisps which is a nice touch. Oysters were standard fare. The vinaigrette could be more tart. read more

If you're craving delicious and fresh oysters, this is the spot to visit in downtown Livermore. Good vibes and amazing service! read more

Cured Fish Bar - Japanese Near Me - Livermore, California

Food is mid, small portions and quite expensive (have tried fine dining before and it is not nearly as good as the price point). Servers kind of ignored us in favor of other customers that they were acquainted with already. Did not feel like it was a good experience overall, would try the other places in Livermore if you want expensive / good food with decent portions. It is just OK for Japanese American fusion (more on American side) but the portions are like 20 dollars for a sample basically. Not recommended read more

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Excellent raw bar with fresh fish and a fusion twist. My wife and I stumbled upon this place while in town and left wishing there was a place like this in SF. Everything was excellent - high quality and well flavored. Loved the sauce kit with the oysters, the crudo's, DIY hand rolls and the specials that night - Gouda melted over albacore on a toasted bread, and the most tender hamachi kama ever. The owners are also super nice and welcoming. We'll definitely be back read more

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I'm not sure why the photos didn't post with my original review- so here they are! It's been a while so they may not still be on menu. read more

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I would not be surprised if this place eventually earned a Michelin star... it was that good! I love that a place like this exists in Livermore! The seafood is such great quality and tastes so fresh. I really love the unique flavors and care they put into every dish. It is quite pricey but worth a splurge once in a while. I know this offered this before but it would be awesome if there was a set menu. My favorites were the halibut and tuna crudo. The service is also outstanding here - they monitor when you're finished with certain items before prepping your next one. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

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Had a fantastic time trying out Cured Fish Bar for the first time! From food to service to ambiance, everything was wonderful. We made a reservation in advance which was helpful, so definitely make one before heading over for dinner. Jordan was our server for the evening and he was great. He made us feel welcome, introduced the restaurant and menu, and helped us choose dishes suited to our liking. We enjoyed most items we ordered. - Wingen bread w/ butter - so good, don't pass this up! 5/5 - Shrimp cocktail - really tasty sauce and good sized shrimp 5/5 - Bluefin tuna crudo - insanely good!!! Get it "cowboy up" style 100/5 - Salmon crudo - also good 4/5 - Line caught halibut - very fresh and tasty 5/5 - Red potatoes w/ upgrade - good but probably wouldn't get it again 3/5 - Dessert: cookies & milk - nice touch but wouldn't get it again 3/5 - House brewed green tea - very refreshing! 4/5 Keep in mind each dish comes with 4 pieces of cured fish, so you'll need to order a few items to ensure you're full when you leave. Also note that there's about a 10-15 minute gap between each dish, so it'll take time to enjoy a full meal. Overall it was a great experience. This restaurant is a great addition to downtown Livermore. I definitely recommend visiting, especially for a special occasion. :) read more

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This little corner of Livermore has the best food and they're seriously bringing innovation to our city. Went to Cured Fish Bar after seeing their anniversary post for $1 Oysters and $1 Beers. This place has been on my list for a minute and it was the perfect thing to do so! Make sure you make a reservation. There's limited parking but you're right next to downtown so there's free parking from the parking structure 5 minutes away. The food was amazing. You can tell the chefs take pride in their dishes along worth how fresh the ingredients are. The restaurant is small, but welcoming. Our host and server were so nice and informative. This is a seafood lover's dream! Would come back. read more

Cured Fish Bar - Oysters! - Japanese Near Me - Livermore, California

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An unforgettable dining experience in Livermore! I was so thankful to have heard about this place. The fish at this restaurant was top-notch, with amazing quality and fresh ingredients. Pro tip: Sit at the chef's bar when you make a reservation to witness the magic unfold before your eyes. Joe, the owner, was there, and you can tell he just loves what he does. The other chefs were all extremely professional and paid close attention to detail, making the dishes look like true pieces of art. Definitely get the sake flight; the differences in tastes blew us away. I got the cab franc, which was very light and easy to drink.The restaurant is impeccably clean. We are big foodies, and we will definitely be back. We ordered pretty much everything on the menu besides: -Bread -Mussels -Uni toast (you only get one piece, and it was very small). One suggestion to the owner would be to have two pieces served when someone orders this so folks can share. -Potatoes -Shrimp cocktail My mouth is watering just thinking about the incredible bites we enjoyed yesterday! This place is also walking distance to downtown and other spots if you wanted to hop around. Thanks, Joe and the crew, for an amazing meal! We will be back! read more

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We had reservation through Resy. Be prepared to order 5-7 plates for a 2 person party if you are arriving very hungry. I am in between a 3.5-4 stars but I gave it 4 because we really don't have anything else like this in Livermore. I am also excited for the daytime fish market (coming soon I think?). Location: Located in the same plaza as Story Coffee and El Charro Parking: The lot of this plaza is tiny so I would recommend parking in the residential area or driving a bit further up Maple Street to the free parking garage. Oysters: We ordered 2 of each oyster. The pink moons were our favorite! They are tiny but fresh and come with a wonderful ponzu mignonette. Sake Flight: The sakes were delicious! This flight's theme was based on women made(?) or owned(?) sakes and they were tasty paired with the raw fish dishes. Bluefin Tuna, Cowboy Up: We ordered the bluefin tuna crudo cowboy up style. Cowboy up means that there is wagyu rendered fat drizzled on top. It was great but I thought doing cowboy up was a bit too much and took away from the freshness of the tuna. If you don't like raw fish, I would recommend cowboy up. Loved the micro greens on top, it added a bit of freshness back into the dish. Salmon: This was a seared salmon topped with house soy sauce, herb oil, fresh fennel, and crispy leeks. The seat on the salmon was great! It was a bit oily to me but the fresh fennel really took it home. Roasty Toasty Mushrooms with Egg Yolk: Let's start with the mushrooms. They had amazing flavor and almost tasted like potatoes. The yolk however was cold and unappetizing. This plate came later than all the others so that may have been a factor. Service: Employees were all welcoming and friendly. Service did not disappoint! I'm sure if we had a million questions, our waitress would have been happy to answers all of them. The payment system was also cool since you could scan a QR code to pay via card or Apple Pay and you could leave right after. read more

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Nice ambiance with a good service and good quality of ingredients. I really like their Zen modern Japanese interior, along wt the lighting, it was so cute, nice and peaceful. The price it's understandable for what they want to position themselves. However, the biscuit topped wt the shred salmon on top, srry I don't remember the name, It came wt 2 of them and it cost around 18$ (before tax). That dish was kinda surprised to me for those 2 small bites. read more

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What a nice addition to the Livermore dining scene! My boyfriend and I dined here on a Saturday evening. I definitely recommend making a reservation because it was quite busy. We sat at the bar and enjoyed watching the chef prepare the food. First of all, the space is quite aesthetically pleasing. From the neon fish sign to the fun glassware, it's obvious the owners designed a well-curated space. Secondly, the service was exceptional. The hostess and servers were friendly and attentive. We waited a while for our last dish, but thankfully our server noticed and was on it! Finally, the seafood here is delicious. The standouts for me were the steamed mussels and albacore. I loved the sake offerings - it paired great with the seafood. Ultimately, we were quite impressed by Cured Fish Bar. There were a few instances where you could tell this is a new restaurant. For example, the long wait for our last dish, several steamed mussels were just...empty, and it appeared that an order of Wingen bread ranged anywhere from two to four slices (I love Wingen bread!). Prices are also a bit high, considering how small the plates were. Nevertheless, I found the menu to be quite inspired and I enjoyed savoring the chef's creative dishes! read more

Cured Fish Bar - Japanese Near Me - Livermore, California