I haven't had a good hot bowl of beef sukiyaki in a while. Hot pot is not the same for me. Fuji Sukiyaki has vegetable, chicken, seafood, and beef sukiyaki. I ordered the beef sukiyaki, and it had strips of beef, tofu, vegetables, and clear noodles. The broth is made of soy sauce and sweet sake. It wasn't too salty or too sweet. The California roll with tobiko was just right. My pal ordered the chicken and he had no complaints. We came by about 12ish and there were a few people seated but no wait. A few more people and couples came in after us. They took our orders, delivered plates & utensils, and then our food. There were two waitresses and one sushi chef. We did not see the kitchen. It was an old-style Japanese restaurant, not very fancy. It's located on the other side of the railroad tracks from downtown so parking was easy. I would come back if I was in the area. read more

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Love it. It's a little away from the main downtown, but easily accessible. The inside is relatively spacious. Dinner is more popular, whereas when we came for lunch it was easy to get a table. The food tastes fresh and the menu is extensive. They have lunch specials on bento and sushi like chirashi, sashimi, and more. In the evening, at least on the weekend, there's a parking structure nearby on the same block that is free. The place is called sukiyaki, though I have never ordered it. Not sure if I'm missing out. read more

For a table of two, we decided to share three rolls: the Angry Bird Roll, the Titanic Roll, and the Football Roll. All of the rolls were reasonably priced and felt like a great value for the quality. We were mainly craving sushi, and this restaurant definitely satisfied that craving. Each roll was fresh, flavorful, and overall very satisfying. The combination of ingredients in the rolls worked well together, and nothing felt overly heavy or unbalanced. We visited during lunchtime on the weekend. When we first arrived, it was fortunately not too busy, which made it easy to get seated and relax. However, as we continued our meal, we noticed more people gradually coming in, and the restaurant started to fill up. By the time we were finishing, there was a steady flow of customers dining in and picking up orders. read more

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We loved our experience here! Went to dinner around 6 and was able to sit right away. Constant work is being done throughout this restaurant, it's great. We ordered the #2 boat which had teriyaki chicken, California roll, tempura, and teriyaki salmon. We also got an appetizer sashimi combo and the Honey Roll. Both SO good! read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Appetizer combo sashimi and Honey Roll - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Had an early dinner at 5. Shared the boat dinner and dragon sushi. Everything was so delicious since I only had a banana for lunch. Fuji Sukiyaki never goes wrong! One of the best! read more

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Really good sushi, bento box, service is good, nice bright open space. We will come back again. read more

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San Mateo has a big selection of Japanese restaurants, but we chose this place because it has sukiyaki on its menu. This place wasn't crowded around Saturday lunch time, and there were many tables open for indoor dining (they didn't have outdoor tables). There were tatami rooms in the back of the restaurant, but the sign said that you have to have a group of 4+ people paying $25+ each in order to experience the tatami room. We came here for the beef sukiyaki and that was the first thing that we got. The broth was slightly sweet from cabbage and mushrooms, and there were vermicelli noodles and slices of thinly sliced beef in the soup. The sukiyaki came with a bowl of rice, and you can sort of make a congee with the soup over rice. I'm a huge fan of soup, and so I really liked the sukiyaki. We also got an Osaka roll on the side. This had a mix of 4 different sashimi and slices of avocado. There was a bit of sauce drizzled over the roll which does not overwhelm the taste of the fish and avocado. This is definitely a good choice if you want more fish for your buck. read more

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Stopped here on my way back home from San Mateo to pick up dinner. Ordered the safe bets - Lion King Roll, Dragon Roll, miso soup and chicken katsu. The restaurant is relatively small, no parking lot so street parking, the service was fair - relatively friendly staff and the food was great - fresh and well presented. This place also has sukiyaki which I tried at a later date. The sukiyaki broth is rich and well-balanced, and the thinly sliced beef is tender and flavorful once it soaks everything up. Fresh veggies, generous portions, and everything comes out hot and satisfying. Fuji Sukiyaki is a solid go-to for Japanese comfort food and definitely worth a return visit. read more

Came in on a chilly evening fully intending to warm up with sukiyaki ... then saw the whiteboard and never looked back. Food: We went hard on the daily fish board: Japanese tai, kampachi, Hokkaido scallop, aji, king salmon, blue shrimp, lobster, zuke, uni, plus a few comfort items for the kids. The toro/uni/caviar nigiri was the showstopper, although it's so buttery and decadent that just one piece per person was about right. The seared salmon belly disappeared instantly at our table; lightly torched, melty, and very easy to keep eating "just one more" of. Kampachi and Hokkaido scallop came as generous nigiri, and the Japanese tai with a little roe on top worked nicely as a lighter counterpoint between richer items. Blue shrimp was fun: sweet raw bodies with roe over rice, and the heads fried into salty little snacks. Lobster had sauce with a hint of heat and toasted almonds. For the "regular" side of the meal, king salmon nigiri with a touch of ikura was great, and the salmon sashimi and simple salmon rolls kept the kids happy. Tempura hand rolls, loaded with shrimp and avocado, was a good filler. Overall, it's a neighborhood spot that lets you build yourself a mini omakase, but is still totally family friendly. Service: We sat in the main dining room next to the sushi bar, ordered most everything at once, and they paced it impressively well. First plates landed within minutes, and then dishes kept arriving in a steady rhythm. Our server paid attention to how we were ordering: some things clearly meant for one person, others meant to share, and the plating reflected that without us having to explain. Empty plates disappeared quickly, water and tea stayed topped off, and the chef (possibly also the manager or owner) kept an eye on the flow from behind the counter. Attentive, efficient, never intrusive. Ambiance: The room is compact and fairly busy, especially with a steady stream of DoorDash/Uber Eats drivers cycling through for pick-ups. It was somewhat entertaining and really showed how dialed-in their operation is. There are tatami rooms off to the side, but since we were doing all sushi, having a direct line of sight to the bar fit the mood. Casual, lively, with a "local favorite" vibe. Value: Our tab landed around $500 pre-tip for a table (3 adults, 2 kids) that went heavy on board-only fish - on the higher end of a local Japanese restaurant. That said, portions for the premium items were sizable, the fish quality kept up its end of the bargain, and the service team fully earned the (admittedly ambitious) suggested tip tiers. Overall: Solid 4 stars. We'd happily come back, especially with a craving for king salmon, seared salmon belly, blue shrimp, and that toro/uni/caviar combo. Next time, we'll try not to get completely hypnotized by the board so we can finally see how their namesake sukiyaki stacks up. read more

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Bento heaven! My family is more bento box people than sushi people, so I'm always on the lookout for good bento prices/deals. This place is good! We got a three item bento box and my family was very happy about the portions and flavors. "Not too salty or dry." The space is not that small and has another section with more tables. Their sushi is good, just good. read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Another treasure in San Mateo downtown. Overall, this place is definitely worth coming back to. If you love Japanese food, put this on your list ASAP. read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Boat #2 - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

The food only gets better, the restaurant only gets more empty, and prices absolutely never increase. I feel like this corner of downtown is an absolute break from reality. read more

Fuji Sukiyaki is located in the outer area of downtown San Mateo. Parking is either street parking or there is a parking garage not too far away. It is a small restaurant and it was pretty busy on the weekend evening that my friends and I stopped by - even their tatami rooms were all full and packed with a very big group. Service was slow and the food came out pretty slowly as well because of the big group, but the employees tried their best. My friends ordered a variety of appetizers, sushi rolls, and sashimis. I ordered a California hand roll, sake maki, and sake nigiri. It took almost an hour to get all our food, but we enjoyed our food for the most part. read more

Excellent original food ! We found our favorite Japanese restaurant in San Mateo. Very pleasant place. Good pricing, tasty food and amazing staff. read more

Came here for Friday night dinner and got seated quickly. The restaurant did fill up later into the night. There is a main dining area with tables and bar seating and a slightly more private hallway area with booths. Chicken Karaage (3.5/5): The fry on this wasn't like the typical karaage I am used to. It felt a bit oily and heavy on the batter. The chicken itself was good. Pink Lady Roll (5/5): This roll had hamachi, salmon, tuna, avocado, oshinko and masago. It was very fresh. Rice to fish ratio was good. Interesting that it was wrapped in soy paper. Dragon Roll (4/5): This roll had shrimp tempura, imitation crab, avocado, topped with eel. This was good but there was barely an eel on it. This is a good sushi spot. Nice and chill place to grab lunch or dinner. It is close by the train and just a street away from the downtown area. read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Chicken Kara Age - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Recently visited Fuji Sukiyaki for dinner and had an amazing experience! The restaurant has a cozy, authentic vibe and I loved the mix of trad and modern seating. I ordered a variety of dishes to try: - Seared Sake Toro Nigiri: This was a standout! The toro was buttery and had a nice sear and smokey flavor. - Ikura and Masago: Both were very fresh and had a nice pop. - Uni Nigiri: very creamy and sweet - 18-Piece Sashimi Combo: really beautifully presented and super fresh. Pieces were thick especially the salmon and tuna. Great price for 18 pieces. - Pink Lady Roll: roll was a balanced mix of hamachi, salmon, tuna, avocado, and masago. The soy paper wrap was a nice light touch I'll definitely be back to try more dishes, especially the sukiyaki and their specialty rolls. Definitely recommend! Pro Tip: ask about their tatami rooms for a more private experience. read more

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Hokkaido roll - 4.5/5, got this just for the scallops haha. Delicious with a slight spice. Pink lady roll - 4/5, packed with lots of fish and daikon for some crunch. Tempura - 4/5, beautifully fried and super crispy! read more

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Fuji Sukiyaki has been around in San Mateo for as long as I can remember, nestled along one of the busier streets in town. At first glance, it appears to be your ordinary sushi restaurant. Inside, it's a cozy, welcoming spot with ample seating for parties of all sizes, whether you're dining solo or coming in with a group. We stopped by around 6:30 PM and, despite how packed it looked, we were seated surprisingly quickly--a great start to the evening. The service was attentive and efficient, and the food was even better. We went all in with our sushi order, including the Dynamite Roll, Dragon Roll, Spider Roll, Titanic Roll, Yosemite Roll, and Okinawa Roll, along with the 101 Hand Roll and a side of tempura. Every plate was beautifully presented and incredibly flavorful. Each roll had its own personality, and none of them disappointed. No matter what you desire, I'm sure their menu has something to satisfy every craving. (I didn't get the chance to take photos, yet there's plenty to see already provided via other reviews.) The ambiance is simple and familiar, adding to its charm and serves to be the neighborhood favorite. If you're in San Mateo and craving sushi, Fuji Sukiyaki is a must-visit. With a wide selection and a comfortable dining experience, it absolutely deserves a 5-star rating. read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Yosemite Roll and tempura. (Leftovers). YUMMY! - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

Hands down one of my favorite sushi spots in this area! I've had it a couple years ago and went back recently to check it out! Still amazing quality of fish and delicious selection. The seared toro is my FAV and the Sunrise is also another must. A bite of either of these and you'll be sent to sushi heaven!! read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Top to bottom: Dragon Roll, sunrise, seared toro, oyster shooters, aloha roll - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

I absolutely love this sushi place. It's pretty unassuming on the outside, but there's actually a fair amount of seating on the inside. Service is super quick. The prices are reasonable for a sushi place. I usually get the rolls here because they are pretty big! Fish tastes fresh and the portions are great. I haven't tried any of the nigiri or sashimi, but I'll be sure to try it next time. read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Dynamite Roll, spicy hamachi roll, and Super Bowl Roll - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

My go-to sushi spot in San Mateo! I've been going here for years and the sushi never disappoints. Service is great and ambiance feels like an authentic Japanese restaurant. read more

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Great food. The toro was amazing. Each cut tasted fresh. Will come back again. Very nice location.

Beef Sukiyaki. Large portion but the soup was bland and water down. Customers say it's due to the large amount of cabbage. Been ordering this each visit. Skip next time. The rolls were yummy . read more

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Grabbed some dinner here at around 5 pm on a Saturday and we got seated pretty quickly for our table of 6. Their menu had a lot of options from rolls to sashimi to bento boxes. The servers were communicative and very helpful in getting our preferences correct for certain dishes. Sushi Combo - I chose it because I wanted to try the different fishes they had and wanted to know exactly which ones I'd be getting. I liked the salmon and the unagi the most. The hamachi was pretty good and the scallop had a little fishy taste to it. It was very filling as all the pieces were massive and thick. Other dishes my table ordered were the Chirashi bowl which came with 12 pieces of sashimi which were also very massive and fresh. Another favorite of the table was the bento boxes where the teriyaki sauce was a star and the tempura was crispy and light. Overall, the dishes were well priced and everything tasted very fresh with large portions. Definitely a great sushi option if you're in the San Mateo area. read more

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Had the 14 pcs sashimi combo (with miso soup and rice) and the beef sukiyaki. The sashimi was fresh and fatty in a good way. The sukiyaki's broth was rich with mushroom umami, featuring tender beef, mushrooms, veggies, tofu, egg, and clear noodles cooked in soy sauce and sweet sake. Paired it with a bottle of sake--perfect match. read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - 14 pcs sashimi combo - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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Good and fast service. Lots of refills. They have a variety of foods on their menu to choose from. We ordered sushi and it was really good. The rice bowl was good as well. Lots of room in the restaurant and ample seating both in the front and back. There is traditional seating, but you must ask. It was pretty neat to see these cause not many restaurants have them. read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

There are so many Japanese restaurants in downtown San Mateo, but not many of them serve good sushi and is open for lunch. I really like Fuji Sukiyaki because it's not packed but still serves up really good sushi for the price. There are usually several fish of the day so you can really get your craving fixed. The toro with uni and caviar was really good. Very rich and decadent. Bluefin maguro was also very good. read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Blue shrimp, seared Baby Lobster Sushi - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

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WHEN I came to San Mateo to eat at Dash, I passed by an izakaya that looked pretty good, called Fuji Sukiyaki. Tonight's dinner choice? Decided to give it a try! Location: 428 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401 Highlights: Value for Money: Each piece of nigiri is generously portioned, and the price is reasonable. Freshness: The sea urchin and oysters are quite fresh; overall, the fish quality is decent. Ambience: They have tatami rooms inside, giving it a nice, authentic vibe. Flavor: The variety of food combinations was very appealing to me. Some fish are sourced from Japan, which aren't commonly offered in typical sushi places. There's a large selection of sushi and other dishes. Sunrise: Salmon arranged like flower petals, with roe in the center on top of rice. This was a childhood favorite of mine, though it's missing the mayo. Japan Aji: Japanese Aji, great presentation and flavor, with a nice seared touch. Sukiyaki: Initially, I thought this was a sukiyaki-focused place, but they only have a few options. Planning to try the beef next time, which is around $28 -- not bad. Oyster Bomb: Oyster topped with sea urchin, roe, and a quail egg -- super satisfying in one bite. Hand Roll: They have some off-menu items written on a small blackboard. I ordered the uni, roe, and toro hand roll that the table next to me had. Rolls: Since I ordered a lot of raw items earlier, I decided to try a baked roll too, which was also good. They offer many types of rolls. Side Dishes: For those who don't eat raw fish, they have a variety of cooked dishes, which go well with sukiyaki. Overall, it feels like a down-to-earth izakaya with good value. Service is good. Looking forward to my next visit! read more

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Exceeded all expectations! The vibe is radiant and upscale, making it perfect for a date night or special occasion. The fish-to-rice ratio is spot on, and the knife work by the chefs is impressive to watch at the bar. Highlights were the lion king roll and the spicy salmon hand roll. Great service and experience. read more

It was good--but not good enough, e.g. it was the first time ever I didn't like waking nigiri, which is usually my favorite. It just wasn't pristine fresh. I did live third seared toro and hamachi nigiri. Their salad dressing g not crazy about. It was a serviceable sushi lunch but I won't be going back. Their customer service was awesome friendly and the interior is serene civilized quiet with a sushi bar at entrance. You'll need to find street parking and they have no patio seating. Prices are fair, especially if you order right. read more

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We tried the Hokkaido roll, Honolulu roll, Tokyo roll, and seared sake toro nigiri. I guess I'm not a fan of warm avocado because I didn't particularly enjoy the Tokyo roll. There was also too much rice and not enough salmon. It was fried well though. The fish on the Hokkaido and Honolulu rolls were fresh but the overall flavors and construction of the rolls were just average. I enjoyed the sake toro the most, as it was seared well + nice and fatty! I'd probably only order nigiri next time. read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Seared sake toro - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

Spicy Salmon hand roll Rainbow roll Dynamite roll Got these for take out from this local SM spot. All were super delicious and reasonably priced. Sad I didn't get to see a Mark Zuckerberg sighting (missed him by about 5 years it seems). read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

Delicious rolls. So unique, flavorful and portions are generous!! Very cozy spot too. read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Sea Monster Roll Pink Lady Roll - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

This was a great discovery of a new sushi place for me in the Bay Area. I typically go to ones in South Bay and happened to be in san mateo today. The other sushi place was only open for dinner that we came here based on Yelp review. Was a bit nervous, but the food was excellent. Rice was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Fish was really fresh, and the portion was very generous for what we typically get in res. Thank you! read more

Fuji Sukiyaki - Japanese Near Me - San Mateo, California

Sunrise 4 salmon wrapped around rice, raw egg yolk & masago on top Oyster Bomb 4 raw oyster, uni, raw egg yolk, masago Chu-toro Sashimi 5 fatty Seared Sake Toro Nigiri 5 fatty Uni Nigiri 5 fresh Aloha Roll 3 red tuna, white tuna, crab, shrimp tempura, crunchy flake, not flavorful Osaka Roll 3 salmon, butter fish inside, hamachi, avacado on top, not super fresh Beef Sukiyaki 3 not tender, not too sweet read more

This is our family's go to sushi place. The menu is huge, with a great variety of rolls. Takeout sushi has been hit or miss here for me, but eating in person is a great experience, especially in one of the special tatami rooms. Both our kids ask to go to Fuji Sukiyaki for special occasions. It's also great for big family meals when people come to visit from out of town, and it's usually very easy to find parking. read more

one of the best sushi places in town. great service. quality is great. read the daily board for what is in season. i like the uni, futomaki, otoro, chutoro, hamachi, tamago, kappa maki, spicy scallop hand roll, blue amaebi. if you want try something new, sit at the bar and share drinks with chef at the bar, he'll tell you what's good. read more

Excellent service ( special shout out to Alex) Fresh sushi Reasonable price Convenient parking read more

We ordered the sukiyaki, which was okay, but the Lion King roll wasn't good and the masago sushi was super salty. It didn't feel like an authentic experience, and for the price, it was really disappointing. We also found it odd that they served tea in a plastic teapot definitely a first for us. We came here because of the good reviews, but we left unsatisfied and probably wouldn't come back. The service was good, though just wish the food matched it. read more

Looking from the pictures, it seems like the owners or suppliers of this restaurant have changed. The tuna was clearly frozen for too long leading to that slightly crunchy firmer texture. Similar story goes for the salmon. Unfortunately my partner got sick soon after and threw up before we could even get home. read more