My husband was researching kayaks online and watched many videos and eventually settled on the…read moreEddyline brand. We drove 4 hours to The Boathouse/Headwaters Kayak Shop on Lodi Lake so we could try out various models. What a treat to be able to take out multiple boats and make sure we found the right fit for each of us. In addition to having beautiful new boats you can also purchase a demo for a substantial discount. My husband was working with Abba, the owner, to set up our appointment and boats to try. She is absolutely delightful and knowledgable on all the models. She gave us a very fair deal as we purchased two boats, two paddles, and life vests. Josh was working the day we came up and got us all set. He was very professional, patient and just a joy to work with. He taught how to do a "dock entry" to the boats, helped us load up for the trip home and gave us tips for safe and easy tie down on the truck. We went on a Moonlight paddle with a group the evening we bought the boats and WOW,..what a great experience. We were not the only first timers and everyone had a great time. If you are considering buying a kayak but don't know where to start, I HIGHLY recommend reaching out to Abba and setting up an appointment. It was defiantly worth the drive up. The lake is beautiful and a great place for all levels of kayakers. If you want a fun day out in nature, you can't go wrong setting up an appointment to rent a kayak/paddle board at The Boathouse on Lodi Lake. It is very affordable and they have a variety of kayaks and paddle boards to choose from.

I have no issue with the quality of the equipment. My issue is the lack of common sense…read more We made a reservation for a Sunday at 10:00 am the day before at 5pm (17 hrs before the scheduled reservation) At 9pm someone backed out and we attempted to cancel that paddle board and keep the other 3 boards. No answer from the posted number about canceling. We get there for our reservation in the morning and explain the situation. They tell us we are still responsible for the cost of the paddle board that wasn't used because we didn't give 24 hours notice. EVEN THOUGH THE RESERVATION WASNT MADE 24hrs PRIOR! I'm sorry but if there isn't even 24 hrs from the time it was made to when you show up how are you to give more notice?! Never going back due to complete lack of common sense. NO COMMON SENSE

Close to home superb Japanese food place. Service is great…read moreand fast. Ambience is low-lighting vibe. Loud/noisy. Inside plaza. It's always packed but they accommodate well. Haven't been disappointed. We keep coming back.

This sushi spot has been around for a long time, I haven't been in years. The service was great…read morefrom the moment we walked in, friendly staff, attentive, and everything came out in a timely manner. As for the food, it was a bit of a mixed experience. My favorite dish was the ceviche. It was fresh and really stood out compared to everything else we tried. The sushi itself, though, was just okay. Some of the rolls felt a little bland, and many of them were drenched in sauce, which made it hard to really taste the fish and other ingredients. It kind of overpowered the rolls instead of enhancing them. Overall, it was still a pleasant visit thanks to the great service and the ceviche.

We had the most beautiful Mother's Day experience at Berkeley Boathouse. We originally came after…read moreseeing a blogger recommend it, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The food was phenomenal, the service was superb, and the ambiance was stunning. Sitting by the water while enjoying an incredible meal made the whole experience feel special from start to finish. What truly made this visit unforgettable, though, was the kindness from the staff and manager. I noticed a small plant sitting off to the side that caught my attention. It reminded me so much of my mother, who recently passed and was a huge plant lover. Since losing her, caring for plants has become something deeply therapeutic for me. I jokingly offered to buy the plant, and instead, the manager kindly gifted it to me. That simple act of compassion meant more than they will probably ever know. On a day that can feel heavy while grieving a mother, they gave me a little piece of comfort to take home. Beautiful restaurant, beautiful people, and a kindness I won't forget. Five stars without hesitation.

After all this time I've lived in Berkeley, I somehow never ate at the Berkeley Boathouse…read more(restaurant in the DoubleTree Hotel) until yesterday. First off, the renovation is beautiful. It has an amazing waterfront/courtside view of the Bay, dock access to a ferry (I think it's Hornblower?), and a lot of natural light and open space. They also have a new chef and friendly staff. My homegirl and I started with the Green Curry Mussels, and they were definitely flexing like Mr Olympia. The curry broth was the star -- 10/10. We dipped everything in it: bread, fries...hell, it would have made tree bark taste good. I had the fish and chips, and the cod was perfectly battered like an amateur boxer in his first pro fight. Crispy, golden, and lightweight. My homegirl's cioppino was a little too tomato-heavy, so the waitress had the chef remix it. He did by adding more garlic, and it went from mid-sauce to perfect. I hope they keep that change! The staff said the new chef is considering updates to the long-stagnant menu -- and clearly, he's listening. They do need to bring the price of everything on the mini down about $5 :-), or else have happy hour specials. The restaurant got quiet after a cruise group hopped on a boat. It was relatively empty, and it totally has to be because of the marketing. If you're thinking of a nice alternative to Skates By The Bay (also very delicious!), It's a nice detour. This spot deserves more love. We'll be back.