Came here for lunch. Service was great. Our server was attentive. Food came out timely especially since we only had an hour for lunch. My friend and I both ordered a 2-item bento box. The price depends on what you select as your options. There are $7, $8 and $9 options. So if you want 2 items, it could be as high as $18. If you want 3 items, it could be $27. Portion sizes were decent. I ordered the tonkatsu and veggie tempura. They were both good. Not greasy at all. They didn't over-sauce anything. Soup came out hot. Salad was good. Everything was just as I'd like it. Restaurant was clean. There was a burning smell at some point during lunch and they needed to keep the door open. Hey, sometimes you make mistakes and that's okay. I'd come back. Need to try sashimi and the sushi rolls next time. read more

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Sushi and service is solid. Been there 3 times and the it's perfect for a lunch for 2. I usually get the combo with salmon and tuna. The best part is the service with the nice people there. It's a chill/calm place which is a great setting to catch up with an old friend. read more

I really like this Japanese eatery. Food is excellent. Service is very efficient and polite. Casual but clean ambiance. Reasonable prices. Easy parking. read more

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Used to order delivery frequently during pandemic and sushi was always top quality. But the fish is just average quality now. Service is atrocious - had to keep repeating our order due to language issues. People standing around yapping when they should be keeping an eye on tables. In sum: stick to takeout or delivery only! read more

Based on several reviews, I was looking forward to trying Ha-La Sushi out and tried takeout on a weekend evening. The staff were friendly and they were pretty efficient as well. With regards to the food though, it was unfortunately not the best experience. On the positive side, the portion sizes were pretty good given the relatively higher price point, and the food was nicely presented. There were, however, a number of ways in which the food could have been better from our perspective: - The fried oysters were overcooked/slightly burnt and both the oysters and shrimp tempura tasted as if they were cooked in old oil - The ebi, albacore and unagi nigiri had a good fish-to-rice ratio but the fish didn't seem that fresh tasting - The Lazy Roll's scallop slices that topped the rest of the roll had an odd texture to them, although the sauces on top were good - The Super California roll had slices of salmon on top of a California roll, and the salmon texture and taste also seemed off - The negihama roll was ok and again, the hamachi just did not taste fresh or flavorful - The combination dinner included a generous portion of iceberg lettuce and creamy ginger dressing, and the chicken teriyaki was cooked pretty well, although the sauce was a bit sweet Overall, the takeout meal seemed to miss the mark in several ways and hope this was just an off night for them in terms of the quality of product. read more

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The sparse crowd on a Friday evening was a concern for us out of towners but this place did not disappoint. In business for 19 years they indeed had what it takes to make it. Appealing menu and pricing, it turned out to be a good find right off the Hwy. read more

This sushi restaurant gets two stars because the sushi is very good. But it loses three stars because you hardly get any sushi for the very high price. I'm used to paying a lot of money for sushi and it's worth it, although I my last trip here I spent $85 for very tiny rolls, I couldn't believe it because the bag hardly weighed anything. Also we paid for a portion of Rice and it was so small that I asked for a little more and they said no. Considering that rice costs next to nothing and I had paid so much for the rest of it I couldn't believe they could've afforded an extra scoop. I think of this place could be a little more generous in their serving portions they would be great. But I don't recommend it if you're looking for a decent amount of Sushi for a good amount of money. read more

Have been told by other people to avoid getting food from this spot. Didnt let that stop me from checking it out for myself. We ordered to go for the office as an early birthday celebration so we made a pretty big order. Food was done in a good amount of time. Most of us ordered the 3 item bento box. We were all pleasantly surprised at how good everything was. I got the bento box with cali roll, chicken teriyaki and veggie tempura. Everything was pretty good. Even the miso soup and the house salad. Would definitely get food here again in the future. read more

Ha-La Sushi - Bento box with Chicken Teriyaki and Vegetable Tempura - Japanese Near Me - Alamo, California

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Review is for Doordash Order: I was craving a lighter lunch today after indulging on donuts for breakfast. The morning was a bit hectic and a pick-me-up was called for! Sushi sounded like a great option and there are no shortage of options in my neighborhood. I decided to try Ha-La Sushi in nearby Alamo for a change. I ordered the Nigiri Deluxe and was surprised at the relatively low price of $19 for 7-piece nigiri, 6 Cali Rolls, salad, and miso soup. Remember this is Alamo, where the median home price is over $2 million, LOL. The Cali Rolls were very good - loosely packed, seasoned rice, and very soft fillings. The nigiri sushi were huge but taste-wise fell a little short. The rice was a bit too densely packed and there was not enough vinegar. Fish toppings were okay - shrimp was a bit on the firm side while the tuna and salmon toppings were good. I did like the miso soup - thick, creamy and loaded with seaweed and tofu. Overall 3 stars. I'll probably stay a bit more local for my Nigiri fix, even though prices seem higher in places like Yayumi and Senro. read more

Ha-La Sushi - Deluxe Nigiri Sushi (3 stars) - not bad for $19 - Japanese Near Me - Alamo, California

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Friendly staff, good food, reasonable prices. We eat outside frequently with our dog in tow.

We haven't been here for six years. Tonight, my wonderful stepdaughter requested a visit here, so we tried it again. We were one one of three parties eating tonight so the service was pretty fast. We tried the California roll, the Alamo roll and the Lazy roll. The food was totally okay, and the service was okay as well. I'm updating the stars from here. read more

Ha-La Sushi - California, Lazy, Alamo rolls - Japanese Near Me - Alamo, California

My mom and I used to have lunch at Ha-La Sushi almost every week on Thursday for quite a long time and it was always one of the highlights of the week. Everyone that works there was always so incredibly nice and patient with mom, who was in the early stages of dementia at the time. They were always happy to see us and, of course, we were always happy to see them. The cuisine is wonderful at Ha-La. It's very tasty and made with love, and it will always be my favorite place to go for lunch in Alamo, but the real magic at Ha-La Sushi is the very sweet people that work there. read more

Worse sushi ever!!! We got take out and the color of the raw fish looked off. The tuna was very veiny and they didn't remove the blood line on my red snapper. My sushi rice was very stale and our soft shell crab tasted like it had been out of the freezer. We also arrived on time to make sure that the crab would be at least warm. Won't ever be coming back here again. read more

Ha-La Sushi - Chirashi sushi (so gross) - Japanese Near Me - Alamo, California

Ken is great! This is one fine spot for sushi. Lots of tasty choices and everyone is very nice! Try the ALAMO ROLL for a fun and spicy treat. The fresh fish choices are great. The noodles and other dishes are superb as well. read more

In terms of sushi options in Danville & Alamo, this is probably my favorite! They are a little slow getting your food out or finishing takeout orders sometimes, and unprepared for evenings when there are a lot of people dining in at the same time. That being said, everyone at Ha-La is incredibly friendly; if you don't know what to order, ask for some recommendations! They sometimes have specials that aren't on the menu. Personally, I recommend the Lazy Roll ($18), which has raw salmon and avocado inside & raw scallop, tobiko, and a spicy sauce on top. I haven't had this exact roll at any other restaurant before, and even rolls that are similar haven't been executed as well as Ha-La does it. The Hamachi Avocado ($10) is also always a safe bet. The gyoza ($10) are quite good as well. I used to love the Nabayaki Udon ($20) here, but the quality of the seafood (especially the fish) is inconsistent....not worth the $$. Overall: More of a 4 star than 5, but it's a good spot for locals. Service can be a bit slow on busier nights, and I would order at least 30-45 minutes ahead for takeout if you don't want to wait too long. Nice atmosphere, okay-ish value. This won't be the best sushi you've eaten, but it's tasty! read more

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Not good. We haven't been in for a few years and decided to give it another chance. Lunch on a Friday around noon, place is deserted. Service was fast and courteous. We ordered Donbari Salmon Teriyaki and Maki Combo. The miso soup was salty and bland. Salad was bland. The donbari had no veggies except a few stops of cabbage, the salmon was super thin and the teriyaki tasted funny. The tampura roll was okay but the crab and the spicy tune rolls both tasted just off, salty and with a weird after taste. Will not come back. read more

Ordered take out and it was delicious. We ordered the titanic roll, lazy roll, Alamo roll, gyoza, edamame, and of course miso soup. The fish was fresh and the service was friendly and prompt. They also are one of the only sushi spots open on Sunday in the area, which was a plus. It's located in a shopping center, so parking is easy. Definitely recommend for dine in or take out when a sushi craving hits. read more

I would like to start off by saying, shelter in place has affected a lot of businesses. It was busy when I ordered my togo, but keep in mind these people stay open and try to make the best of what they can. Some days are more busy, and they can't have all their staff there because they don't know which days are going to be busy. So with that said, it was a little unorganized but I understand. They're just trying to figure it out just like everyone else. So I thank you for staying open and providing, FRESH sushi. The owner of this place, Ken is super chill and will make great conversation. This is a pretty far drive for me, I've had this place about 3 times since hearing about it and I still go allll the way there for the food! They have very fresh selections of sashimi (salmon and toro are my FAV)!! My mom loves the unagi rice bowl, so we got that as well, the flavor was there, she said it was delicious. I'm not a huge fan of unagi, so I"m not the one to judge it. She said it was good, then it must've been good. Their tempura is fried perfectly, not too much breading but just enough! I highly recommend this place to people. read more

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If you like so-so sushi, this is your place. We were underwhelmed at best. Considering the prices, we expected larger portions and much better flavors/quality. Our take out rolls and nigiri were no better than what you would find at an average grocery store. The TUNA was so unnaturally red that we didn't eat it. So, question where they are sourcing their fish before placing an order. read more

The sushi here was very delicious. The meat was really fresh and the server was excellent. Authentic Japanese food. 100% recommended.

Fresh and tasty fish - excellent choice of sushi rolls. Wonderful staff and easy parking

I really wanted to like this place since we live so close by but unfortunately food was bad and service even worse :( will not be returning

This is a great neighborhood place for sushi, and is our go-to in the Danville/Alamo area. The ingredients are always fresh, and they have the best miso soup around. The staff is really attentive and friendly. To-go orders are carefully packed and double checked. Our kids always ask to order from our 'usual sushi place' when they want Ha-La Sushi. read more

This place is absolutely DELICIOUS! I have had a ton of sushi in my love, and this place deserves to get more recognition. Came tonight for my dad's birthday and everything was fresh. The slices are all thick and hearty, the customer service was fantastic, and each dish prepared to perfection. The hamachi Kama is the best I've had (and I've had MANY from other places), the squid was cooked very well, and the sashimi had excellent texture and taste. I would give this place 5 stars, but I'm hard to please (because I'm a snob, not because they don't deliver top quality!). I think for any other person, this place would easily win 5 stars hands down. Bring your family and enjoy the experience together! Thank you, Ha-La team!!! We will definitely be coming more regularly read more

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Truly remarkable sushi. Delicious. Sat at sushi bar and interacted with sushi chef. Been there 17 years. Wonderful presentation. Friendly atmosphere. A bit expensive and a step above most other sushi restaurants. read more

Ha-La Sushi - Assorted Sashimi and nigiri sushi Ha La Boat - Japanese Near Me - Alamo, California

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Had to go pee so bad, they accommodated without question when I busted through the door. Got a salmon avocado roll to go after I was done with business, gonna be honest, rice was dry, salmon not so fresh but the avocado was perfect and the people were nice read more

Ha-La Sushi - Salmon avocado - Japanese Near Me - Alamo, California

Ha-La Sushi has some of the best quality sushi that I have tasted. Their King Salmon sushi is so tasty and smooth your mouth will be watering for more! Ken is a great owner and at the store often. If he is not there, then one of their key employees always provides great service. Did I mention that he has a very nice selection of wines that I like to drink!!! This is my favorite sushi place since we moved from Walnut Creek to Danville on Aug of 2020 - what a treat as I loved Sasa in Walnut Creek and this is even better. read more

We arrived at 6:20 and told the waitress we were in a hurry. The place was pretty empty, only 2 other tables taken and 1 was finishing, so we figured it would be fast. We ordered some tempura, gyoza, and two rolls. We again mentioned were in a hurry so would be fine if she could just bring things out as they were ready. We saw our rolls come out around 6:35 but she let them sit up there for 10 minutes. She also had other rolls that came out after that she brought to other families that had sat down after us. She also ran credit cards for at least one table - all while our sushi sat up there. So at 6:45 she brought the sushi. Another few minutes later she brought the gyoza. We asked for the check because we had to hit the road...she brought the check, THEN brought the tempura. Now we've got to get going but it'll take too long to get a box and tempura in a box sucks the next day. So we attempted to heat steaming hot tempura fast. Ugh. All the food tasted good, the sushi in particular was tasty. But the service was AWFUL. read more

We ordered takeout for a family dinner and everything was great. Prices were reasonable and fish was fresh! Everything was ready when DoorDash said it would be. We each enjoyed one of the combo meals which was a lot of food for the price. Next time I'm home with my family, we'll reorder! read more

You get what you pay for!!! Ken, the owner, picks his own fish every morning! You know you are getting fresh, tasty, fish. I call Ha-La an Asian fusion, sushi restaurant. A combination of Japanese and Chinese. All the rolls are delicious and they have all the traditional named ones. The difference? It has to be the freshness of the fish. Also tried the pot stickers and fried tofu. Let's just say we tried a lot of different items and it was all awesome. Definitely a hidden jewel for the residents of Alamo. read more

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Ha-La is a family favorite! The food is fantastic, the staff is so friendly and Im so happy they've survived through the pandemic. The fish is so fresh and their prices are extremely fair. Kenny the owner is fabulous and we look forward to coming in to see him each time we dine. Support your local small businesses! read more

Super yummy and a great deal! Me and my family loved getting the combo dinner. The combo includes two huge portions of long list of items for only 19-20$. And it comes with soup and salad! Love this place! read more

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Great reliable local spot! Super friendly staff and amazing food always.

First time there food ok. I just went there tonight to get to go. I stood there 10 min nobody helped. I will not go back again.

First time here, solid Japanese food I was not disappointed and will surely return. The owner Ken is super friendly. They have a couple TVs and will have local sports games playing which is a plus in my book. The sushi portions were both generous and fresh. Prices very reasonable for the quantity given $20.00 for a two item combo. Teriyaki salmon sauce on point, not too sweet like most places. One of the better sushi places around in my opinion. Oh and we brought in wine and they didnt even charge a corkage fee!! read more

I have always enjoyed this place. We come here for sushi whenever I am home visiting my parents. Although it is very expensive, I have never been disappointed by the quality of fish - which is really the most important part. All their sashimi is cut well and melts in your mouth. I love their sashimi specials which always make a delicious meal. Their salad dressing is one of my favorites. They have lunch specials which run from $16-20. Not cheap but I find it to be worth it. If you're looking for high quality sushi and good basic Japanese food, I recommend Ha-La (used to be Ha-Ru) to you if you're in the area. read more

Ha-La Sushi - Deluxe sushi lunch with California roll. $17.95 - Japanese Near Me - Alamo, California

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New to the area so tried Ha-la for lunch yesterday. We are big sushi fans so were disappointed in our experience there. We only tried several of the rolls - dragon and spider - and were surprised how small the roll sizes were considering the price of $20 and $19 respectively. The soft-shell crab in my spider roll was a dark brown (over-cooked) and tasted like it had been around a while. The only bright spot was service was great but given there were only 2 other tables occupied, I guess that was going to be a given. Maybe that should have tipped us off on the quality of the food there. We won't be going back. read more

Ken is amazing! Besides being a great chef, he also is a very kind soul. A few months ago he found time in his busy schedule to do an interview with my kid, and he shared his story of coming to the U.S. and building his business. Here it is: http://usimmigrantcafe.org/2019/04/07/ha-la-sushi-restaurant/?fbclid=IwAR1uRTOPmLHOM_9vXdsiHqIS68tsTQuWhWnaRAlF_DdpUyeAutCXGetJDhU read more

Quality has gone downhill. California rolls were funky. The chicken teriyaki was still a hit but the tempura was overly greasy and soggy. They wouldn't take my 5$ coupon either. read more

Friendly owner and staff. Generous sushi portions. Nice clean environment. Great experience, will definitely return whenever I can. read more