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    Izakaya

    3.9 (867 reviews)
    Closed 5:30 pm - 10:30 PM

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    Casual
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    Khiem N.

    Sashimi was great here. Very fresh. Not the best I've ever had though. The okonomiyaki is very satisfying. I would definitely get it again here. The place itself is kind of small but it's kept clean. They have a waiting area and I can guarantee if you go at usual eating hours, you'll have to wait.

    Beef tongue shio
    May G.

    We got grilled pork belly, beef tongue with salt and sesame oil, and katsu. The pork belly was crispy and flavorful. The beef tongue is the best I've had in the USA.

    Nigiri a la carte - bluefin tuna, hamachi, salmon, albacore, ikura, ume shiso roll, natto roll
    Kaho L.

    Upping my review to 5 stars, this place is a true San Jose gem! There's not many places in SJ where you can walk in almost every night (with just a small wait most times), even relatively late at night (they close at 10:30 PM), and get legit and fresh Japanese food from an extensive menu. They have such a huge variety to satisfy any appetite, whether it's something casual and hearty like a curry or combo box, to perfect drinking food like skewers and small plates, to freshly made sushi and sashimi of many varieties. All paired with a cold beer or sake. It's a small place to prepared to be cozy, but it just adds to the old school mom and pop charm. Always ask for kizami wasabi for your sushi!

    Alyssa S.

    Authentic Japanese food in Japantown. I always order their Sushi Boat B tray which has the best variety of sushi including toro, amaebi, ikura, and other assorted sushi at one of the best prices that I know of. In the pictures, we always have unagi, California roll, and ikura separate because we have someone with a gluten allergy. I love their takoyaki and okonomiyaki, so you have to try at least one! Udons are great and bentos also. Their restaurant is quite small so come before they open or you'll probably have to wait as there is a line on the weekends and even at opening time. So I usually order takeout and they usually put in a nice sushi tray as seen in the pics.

    Angela P.

    pros: -loved what we ordered, esp the chicken katsu curry -fast service -lots to choose from on the menu -medium sized restaurant, with tables for groups and individuals -cozy vibes cons: -parking is good

    Pam K.

    The menu is extensive so it may be a good idea to look ahead before you visit or know what you want. I say this because this place is a bit on the pricier side and everything sounds good so you might decide on some things and realize there may have been better options. At least that's what it was for me. I found the miso soup and salad to be bland and one dimensional. It may be perfect for you if you don't eat much salt. The inside of the restaurant is very small and pretty cramped if you're a larger person. The food is pretty decent and feels more authentic compared to your run of the mill Japanese restaurant. The service could use some improvement although it wasn't terrible. We were sat at the back corner of the sushi bar and the woman who took our order was curt. She also forgot to bring us water or do anything else besides constantly pushing another chair closer to me when she came by. Another server ended up taking care of us. Everyone could try and be more warm and friendly.

    Yummy
    Brian L.

    Yummy great food traditional Japanese food many dishes one cannot find here in Cali. Will be back.

    Chicken skin skewer
    Lin S.

    A small place which does get crowded. The food was ok, nothing I found impressive. Service was kinda slow. Probably won't be willing to wait in line for it.

    Menu
    Fiona T.

    It was a bit tricky to find. Enter the building that looks like it is for genji. There is a doorway on the left for the restaurant. The food came out very fast. My boyfriend loved everything we ordered. His favorite item was the takoyaki. We didn't try a bento this time but other customers sounded like they really enjoyed it. Will have to try it next time.

    Kat E.

    Late night cravings = order everything From appetizers, to entrees, to alcohol, and dessert Food and drinks will come out quickly and servers are very attentive. Decors literally made me feel like I was in Japan Best izakaya spot in sj

    Cole O.

    Tucked away on the left as you walk into Genji, this spot is small and hidden but absolutely worth it. It took me years to finally try it, and now it's one of my top sushi picks. The fish is super fresh, and the menu doesn't disappoint.

    Spicy tuna, spicy scallop and natto rolls
    Sueno S.

    Delicious and fresh. Their sushi is the best in the area and their cooked food is just as good. If you like rolls I highly recommend the spicy scallop roll. So good!

    Beef tongue shio
    Shilah A.

    One of the best and freshest sushi I've ever had in the bay! Ordered: - Tempura Appetizer (Not pictured) - Beef Tongue Shio - Rainbow Roll - Toro Nigiri Everything here is soo good. Tempura was crispy, hot and perfect amount of breading. Tempura sauce was also the perfect amount of flavor to it. Beef tongue was great too - tender and wasn't overly seasoned. Toro just melts in your mouth! Sooo sad it was gone in just one bite. Plus fish on the rainbow roll was so fresh and soft, quality reminded me of the ones you can find in Japan and Hawaii. Food is expensive but worth the price! The restaurant itself is very small so wait times can be high, but apparently they take reservations over the phone. Despite that, we waited around 30 minutes for a Friday night.

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    Ask the Community - Izakaya

    Do they do teppanyaki here?

    This is not a teppanyaki restaurant. It is a sushi restaurant with many other Japanese dishes. There is a teppanyaki restaurant next door.

    What is the corkage fee for sake? I only see corkage fee for wine, shochu and hard liquor

    Eh? Sake is not distilled (and not hard liquor) just a brewed rice wine. They certainly serve sake here (but I don't know what their corkage fee is).… 

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes they do

    Okonomiyaki good here?

    It's Osaka style and fairly thin. Lots of octopus in each bite. I enjoyed it

    What salad dressing is used on the bento box orders? I love the taste very much.

    They make their own. You can order it and take it home!

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    Goku Sushi

    Goku Sushi

    4.4
    (202 reviews)
    8.2 mi
    $$

    I came here after seeing it recommended on Yelp and am happy to say that it lived up to…read moreexpectations! I tried the funky rice-less Green Secret Roll (cucumber wrapped with salmon, tuna, imitation crab) which was fresh and yummy, the Mango Crunch Roll (like a spicy tuna with a piece of fresh mango with avocado and salmon) - also so good, and the combo tempura (2 shrimp + assorted veggies -- the good assortment with pumpkin and broccoli, not just onion lol). I also had the salmon belly nigiri which was a two piece dish. The salmon was seared to perfection and deliciously rich. Ambiance is on the casual side. Saw lots of families with kids, groups of teens, and older couples around for a Sunday night dinner. Tables are spread out so it doesn't feel too crowded. We'll definitely be back!

    We just recently started dining at Goku Sushi even though we live nearby and had always heard great…read morethings about it. Safe to say, this is officially our new go-to sushi spot! Everything we've had has been incredibly fresh, and we love that they serve real wasabi--it really elevates the experience. Our must-orders are the otoro nigiri, salmon miso fusion nigiri (our absolute favorite!), mango crunch roll, amaebi with the fried shrimp head, and the uni nigiri. The salmon miso fusion nigiri completely blew us away. Everyone at the table was awestruck after the first bite. And the uni deserves a special mention. We've had uni nigiri at plenty of other sushi restaurants where it's been just okay, but the uni here was an absolute showstopper: fresh, creamy, sweet, and without any unpleasant aftertaste. The quality of the fish, attention to detail, and consistency have been outstanding every visit. We can't believe we waited so long to try this place, and we'll definitely be coming back again and again!

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    Suro Sushi Bar & Grill

    Suro Sushi Bar & Grill

    3.9
    (284 reviews)
    5.4 mi
    $$

    Came to Suro with my boyfriend and his younger sister since we were in the mood for sushi…read more We ordered the raw octopus, California roll, and another roll I don't remember the name of, but it was both good. I wanted to come to Suro originally because of their raw octopus, which is a delicacy since it is still moving when you eat it. If I could I would've ordered more rolls because I wasn't full after my meal. Suro is a decent place to go if you want some sushi or are just craving it!

    Really unique sushi rolls here, as well as Korean style sashimi & other Korean dishes. For apps we…read morehad the calamari rings. These were super thick and served with a barbecue marinara sauce combination. We also tried three signature rolls here, all of which tasted decently fresh. The smoky tempura roll was indeed smoky, and very saucy + slightly sweet. Definitely a unique roll! The Suro Titanic roll was HUGE. Jaw breaking even. The name was very fitting. We also had the Sushi + Sashimi + Roll Combo. I really liked the spicy tuna roll, but I thought the rest of the fish quality on the nigiri and sashimi wasn't anything crazy. Lastly we had the spicy kimchi ramen! Yum! Service was inconsistent. Some workers were nice and others not. We finished with complimentary mochi ice cream which was awesome! Casual ambience.

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    Sushi Town

    Sushi Town

    4.4
    (328 reviews)
    4.5 mi
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    This was our first time visiting Sushi Town. We were promptly seated and our drink order was taken…read more We arrived at 8:25pm and by 8:40pm we had our food, which included the following: 1. Spicy tuna roll 2. Spider roll 3. Rainbow roll 4. Tiger roll 5. Miso soup 6. Seaweed salad We also ordered Asahi beer and hot sake. The food was very good and we gave a solid 10/10 (the ratio of rice to filling was well balanced), the hot sake was smooth, and the beer was very cold. Everything was priced well compared to other sushi restaurants. Most rolls we ordered ranged from $6.95 to $13. Staff were very nice and attentive. The restaurant was clean and quiet. Two things I want to highlight:: (1) the restaurant closes at 9pm, and stops serving new clients at 8:45pm. Keep this in mind if you arrive past 8pm and (2) the receipt calculated the recommended tip based on total amount (including taxes) but tip should be calculated before taxes. Either way, we greatly enjoyed our first time experience and we will be back again.

    Won't you take me to sushi town?…read more Won't you take me to sushi town? Won't you take me to sushi town? Won't you take me to sushi town? Because it's delicious! Have you tried their Chicken Katsu!? It's not your run of the mill, cookie cutter dish. It tastes homemade and authentic! The lion king roll, made me so happy! Try their Uber Eats deals, and you'll save a ton of money on dinner! So far my favorite sushi place!

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    San Francisco Roll, Double Salmon Roll, & Downtown Roll
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    Fuji Sushi

    Fuji Sushi

    4.1
    (1.2k reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Free parking

    I had the pleasure of dining at this establishment over the weekend, and it proved to be a…read morecharming, intimate gem in the heart of San Jose. The calamari was impeccably prepared, and the 10-piece omakase showcased an exceptional level of freshness and craftsmanship. Each course was beautifully executed, highlighting both quality ingredients and thoughtful presentation. The uni, in particular, was remarkably sweet and pristine -- easily one of the standout selections of the evening. Combined with the attentive service and the restaurant's evident attention to cleanliness, including its well-maintained facilities, the experience felt polished from start to finish. This has quickly become one of my favorite dining destinations whenever I'm in the area.

    This is a 5 min drive from home and is a convenient spot to go to for that reason. Parking is…read morelimited as it's downtown but there's a good parking garage close by. Inside it is small, seating is very tight, they do try to create some privacy between tables but it's crowded and usually busy. Food is very good and consistent. Been here multiple times and barely getting around to a review. The portions are good, quality is fresh and made fairly quickly. Service - not great. Not sure why but the servers are always short/come off rude and rushing us out it seems. Maybe to get the next group seated? but we kinda deal with it because the food itself is good. If you're ok with spotty service then you'll be fine for a good meal.

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    Fuji Sushi
    Fuji Sushi
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    Izakaya - japanese - Updated August 2026

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