Good quality fish and service. Prices are great. There is a lot of great variety on the menu. Definitely recommend! read more

Kakuna Sushi - Tuna and Salmon Belly Nigiri - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

I wasn't sure at first but still wanted to give this place a try anyway, because why not?! It's conveniently close by, and I was craving for sushi but didn't care for anything super fancy and wanted something from a nearby neighborhood space... and thankfully, this place turned out better than I expected. It's a casual sushi spot - can't really be mad at it if you're getting pretty good casual sushi with very reasonable prices that most other places (that are also casual around the area) would likely charge a bit more for. And for that, I definitely would order from here again. Polite service. Reasonably priced compared to other local and casual sushi spots. Good sushi; not the best I've ever had but again, can't be mad at the quality for a small casual mom and pop type of spot that isn't as modern or elevated and focuses more on serving what they have regardless. I LIKE it lol period! I think it's lowkey an underrated sushi spot in the Milpitas area for a casual sit down. Yeah some of their rolls can use a little more work depending on what you order, but don't expect too much for a place that still gives you quality for what it is, you know. *If you prefer more modern or elevated or Michelin-like style, then this place is 100% not for you. But if you're looking for something that doesn't break your wallet but still gives you good quality sushi in a casual, convenient spot, then give this place an honest try. I don't see why not. read more

-1 Star Review Disappointing first impression. Aggressive service and treated like thieves. We visited this restaurant for the first time as a large group of 8. Three of us decided to order the All You Can Eat (AYCE) option ($47/pp). The experience went downhill immediately during ordering. The waiter aggressively and argumentatively explained that the AYCE guests had to sit separately. He spoke to us with an attitude that made us feel like we were trying to steal or take advantage of the system. We complied and physically pulled the tables apart, but the hostile tone was completely unnecessary. As for the food, it was mediocre. The AYCE portions feature an excessive amount of sushi rice, particularly on the nigiri and the "mini" Don bowls. Because they charge for leftovers, the heavy use of rice felt intentional to fill you up quickly. The service was also disorganized--food came out incredibly slow, two of our appetizers never arrived, and we were served a salad we never ordered. The absolute worst part happened when we went to leave. Because no one came to check on us or bring the bill, I went up to the front counter and paid for the entire table in full. I then walked to the parking lot to pull the car around while my elderly mother and daughter used the restroom. The waiter actually chased my mother and daughter out into the parking lot, loudly accusing them of not paying. He demanded they come back inside and argued with them in front of other patrons. A different coworker finally came out to defuse the situation and confirm that I had already paid the bill in full. To be treated like thieves both when ordering and when leaving is completely unacceptable. Management seriously needs to address the hostile behavior of their waitstaff. This was our first and last time ever stepping foot in this restaurant. If I could give this place a minus -1 Star Review I would. read more

Super affordable hidden gem for sushi lovers. Tasty, generous rolls and an All-You-Can-Eat option that gives you amazing value. My takeaways from this place are: - Tasty Rolls: Delicious, creative options like the torched Kakuna Roll and specialty rolls stacked high with fresh fish. - AYCE Option: Great value if you want to sample a ton of different rolls, nigiri, and appetizers in one sitting. (See menu photo for that - it's the white paper) - It's Super Affordable!!: budget-friendly prices without sacrificing quality or fresh flavor. Friendly staff. Clean and quite place. Giving 4 stars bc the miso soup was not good at all - tasted like soap! ‍ read more

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Second time coming here. Fish is super fresh. I chose to order the Sashimi Deluxe over the AYCE. It is relaxing here with no rush from the staff. Dining area is clean, spacious and airy. I definitely recommend read more

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If you go with big backs the AYCE is delicious and so worth it. $50 for premium but the oysters and salmon belly nigiri are so fresh and good. My group of 6 pretty much ate the entire menu. The ramen is delicious as well but if you're doing AYCE nigiri all the way. Service is nice and place is pretty clean with it being semi easy to find parking. The only thing I wish they had on the AYCE menu is miso soups but otherwise it's my favorite place for AYCE sushi. read more

Kakuna Sushi - Orange blossom, Skittles. Bubble, 49Ers, Black Garlics Ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Came by for dinner, tried the Beef Teriyaki this time and the Katsu Bento and the Oishii roll of course... Everything was good, always greeted and seated quickly and the orders came out fast! We have been coming in on the regular and we have been happy with the service! In today's economy, there are still some places at a value, we appreciate you Kakuna! read more

Friendly staff, duy anh was very helpful and offer to recommend items for me since it's my first time here. Good and fresh fish and lots of interesting rolls both hot and cold. Reasonable priced. Big space in a small striped mall in middle of Milpitas. read more

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I love the food! It was amazing. The deep fried sushi was incredible and the mussels was splended. I reccomened you to come and try the lion king! The service was fast and the place looked clean. read more

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The sushi here is genuinely good for the price. The rolls are huge and flavorful, the fish comes in generous, fresh cuts, and the presentation is clean and appetizing. The orange blossom roll was my favorite read more

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An ayce and a la carte casual sushi spot. They have more interesting rolls than most other spots. Quality is solid. Had tried gaijin roll and nut cracker roll before and loved those. This time tried the boujee roll and the mukbang roll and was less impressed. I ordered this thru delivery and when the stuff that was tempura came it was a bit soggy. For the mukbang roll, I feel like the seaweed gives the poke a weird taste. It was ok but didn't love it. Overall, love that they have crazy combinations for rolls and they got a huge variety. Quality is consistent with what a casual sushi spot puts out. Prices are comparable but I think the ayce price probably really good if you want to try many different rolls read more

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Multiple locations throughout the Bay Area. I guess people come here for the deals and overall affordability. The interior is no frills with bare walls. My bf and I ordered a few rolls to share. They were decent but nothing stood out. This place really loves their tobiko (tiny orange stuff on top of the rolls pictured). There were also remnants of it from the previous group that sat at our table. read more

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Great food. Quick service wish the menu had names next to the rolls of the pictures. They have an all you can eat menu but we were full off of 3 rolls and 10 nigiri's for a group of 2 adults and 2 kids and we had left over hamachi Kama and half another roll. Hope this helps. read more

Kakuna Sushi - Not sure what roll this was but it was good. Waiter wasn't sure too but here you go. Lol - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

I'd give this a 3.5 stars, but since the pricing is reasonable and they have happy hour specials I'm rounding up to a 4. I come here at least once a month sometimes more often for their take out happy hour. It's a good deal with two rolls for $11.99. They aren't speciality rolls, but it's still better than your grocery store sushi. I've also gotten their chicken teriyaki on happy hour. It's mid, but when I want to eat healthy since it isn't greasy it does the job. After restaurant prices are getting expensive, this is my go to when I want something healthy but on a budget. read more

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Absolutely loved my experience at Kakuna Sushi! Everything we ordered was fresh, beautifully presented, and really flavorful. The sushi had great quality, and there was a nice variety of rolls and options to choose from. The portions were generous, and the service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The atmosphere was also really nice--casual, comfortable, and perfect for a sushi date or dinner with friends. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when I'm craving sushi. Highly recommend giving Kakuna Sushi a try! read more

Kakuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

Kakuna Sushi is one of the places that does change my mind about rolls. I usually don't go for rolls, but I do find myself coming here when I want something more indulgent. Their rolls are huge, really good quality, and priced well. Everything is super flavorful and they come up with unique combinations that actually work. It's a great takeout spot or quick dine in option. Service is fast and gets the job done. Inside can get pretty noisy and it does kind of smell like mop water the times I've gone, which is why I usually prefer to take it to go. read more

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Fresh and delicious! Quick seating , and great service. I would definitely come back again! read more

Kakuna Sushi - Sushi well worth it. Very fresh and delicious!! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

My friends and I came in for dinner around 6:30pm on a Thursday and got a table right away. There were so many options, so it took a while for us to order. We didn't feel like AYCE price is worth it, as the AYCE price for 1 person essentially could feed all 3 of us if we order rolls. We ordered: lion king, chainsmoker, crunchy mango, and butterface. Crunchy mango was my favorite; it had a little spice to it. Lion king was okay. The cheese sauce felt overwhelming. The other 2 were pretty creamy, and they were not bad at all. There are a lot of seatings, and it's very spacious inside. I honestly don't think AYCE menu is worth it right now, and I honestly prefer ordering different rolls like this. I will definitely be back to try more. read more

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THE WORST AYCE SUSHI I'VE HAD!!! Are the 5 star ratings fake???? They offer free coconut jelly dessert if you give them a 5 star rating; sign posted on their wall. I went here for my birthday lunch on Sunday since I saw all the "great" reviews. It's $47.95 per person and our entire party was incredibly disappointed. We had to force ourselves to finish all the sushi because if you don't, they charge you $1.50 per piece left unfinished. The rice was the worst rice we've ever had. It was stale, old and undercooked rice. For a sushi place, this should have been an easy thing for them to do. The rolls were not good. The only roll that was ok was the orange blossom. We regret coming and spending our time and money here. The service was also so bad. My cousin and I both ended having diarrhea after eating here and we didn't eat anything else. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY. read more

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Finally came in this past Sunday hearing all the hype on social media. Very solid and quality fish! Nigiri's were huge in portion and every cut of fish was fresh. I didn't look at the menu prior but realized the nigiri's were part of the premium menu making it a more than a few dollars in additional to the regular. No sashimi included unfortunately but there was carpaccio which was heavily drenched in sauce. Everything was overly sweetened in comparison to other Japanese restaurants. Seaweed salad (included in bowl, so a little hack there) and miso soup is extra charge (not included in the AYCE menu). Service was alright, would like it to be a bit more hearty but I guess it's not a real vibey atmosphere. One of those restaurants that offer an incentive if you put a five star review- a heads up! My boyfriend wasn't a huge fan of the specials or the sauces used for the fishes. I would recc going elsewhere for the cost you're paying as it's pretty costly. read more

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Outdated interior, unassuming exterior, and located in a lesser trafficked strip mall - the hallmarks of affordable and yummy sushi, especially the AYCE option. I came on a Friday around 6PM, and there were plenty of seats. You get 3 rounds, and IIRC it's limited to 3 rolls per person per round, which is perfect since you will get charged for being unable to finish. My wife and I came in super hungry, and we felt pretty full after 2 full rounds with some other dishes. The best roll we had was definitely the Kakuna Roll (seared salmon), which is their signature. The raw fish on the other rolls tasted pretty fresh, and they also offer sashimi for a premium price (also AYCE!!). I like how the rice isn't overdone, and neither was the mayo/sauce. Every roll looked unique and had good presentation, and even tasted slightly different. They all looked pretty close to singular sushi orders at other restaurants, and taste similar if not better (ex rainbow roll, caterpillar, etc). Service can be take ~10min during peak times, but otherwise don't be afraid to just call a server over for ordering since it can get busy. They were all super friendly and had smiles when talked to! Ever since another AYCE sushi spot closed for certain reasons, this place has been my go to, and I don't think I'll look around for more unless they close too. Solid service, solid food, and solid prices, it's one of the few bastions not yet "gentrified" by the AI tech wave. read more

Kakuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

Service was great. There are a lot of options on the menu. The staff members are really nice! read more

Kakuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

I think this place is absolutely incredible. The service was top tier. The restaurant was clean and inviting. The food was all delicious. They had a buy 3 get 1 free on the rolls. We got the Black Mamba, Skittles, Surf & Turf, and Krunchy Mango rolls. Definitely delicious and fulfilling. We also ordered the Unagi Nigiri and the Spicy Scallop Nigiri. The scallops just melts in your mouth and had a nice kick to it. I fully recommend this place and give it a 10/10!! read more

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This is my favorite sushi place! I haven't dined in recently, but service has always been friendly regardless if we're dining in or getting takeout. You can call in the order and they're pretty fast with making rolls, though the bento boxes might take a little longer. The overall atmosphere is relaxed, not super fancy but still a nice place with plenty of seating. They recently expanded into the area next door. Their rolls are pretty reliable and big for a good price. Our favorites are: - crunchy mango - cherry blossom - orange blossom - kb 8/24 (lots of rolls) The only roll I haven't liked is Charizard, but that might be personal preference. Overall great serving sizes at a fair price. I come back frequently! read more

I really wanted to like Kakuna Sushi, but my experience was pretty disappointing. I ordered the Surf n Turf Roll and the KB 8/24 Roll for pickup. The meat on the Surf n Turf Roll was extremely chewy and bland it didn't add anything to the roll and honestly felt out of place. The KB 8/24 Roll was worse. The fish tasted very fishy and not fresh at all. I took one bite and couldn't finish it. I did order for pickup, so the food sat in the container for about 10ish minutes for the drive back to my house, but I've had takeout sushi before and haven't had issues like this. For what I paid, I expected much better. read more

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Took down one star because service was a little slow and no one really checked up on our table after seating us. It took us about an hour after being seated to receiving our food. I got the nigiri moriwase which was 9 pieces of nigiri for $23.99. Cuts were thick and the wasabi on top was a perfect pairing with the fish. It's really good value for the cuts and fish imo (especially coming from Seattle). The nigiri moriwase set unexpectedly filled me up! I'll be back to get it again :) read more

Kakuna Sushi - Nigiri Moriawase - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

We came in New Year's Day. What a great way to start 2026 with sashimi, an orange blossom roll, and volcano roll. They give a lot of ginger which I appreciate and offer water or hot tea. Only one other table of ppl when we walked in but by the time we left the room was 75% full. We were seated right away and servers were good about checking in and answering questions. We really liked the sashimi platter with 3 fat cuts of each fish. Salmon was my favorite but the white fish was surprisingly good with a nice meaty texture. It was also topped with chopped wasabi greens, which was a nice change and better flavor to me. Orange blossom is good because they have good salmon and didn't add too much rice. I'd skip the volcano roll next time. Not bad but too much mayo and less flavor than other similar rolls we've had. Also the floors are pretty slippery, so be careful. Overall a great experience. Prices are standard and AYCE is a good deal for lunch if you're hungry ($35/person) I think we'll be back! read more

Kakuna Sushi - Sashimi Moriawase - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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This place's value and quality are unmatched!! So good, chill vibe, amazing food and service. Will always go to Kakuna when in the greater SJ area and craving sushi. read more

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Pretty good sushi for an affordable price (more affordable than other sushi spots with good quality). The happy hour is pretty good too. Service is good too. UPDATE: Forgot to mention that the rolls I always be getting are the Grimmer, Skittles, Kakuna, and the Phoenix rolls. Literally I be eating here at least once a week because it's just that good. read more

Kakuna Sushi - Non raw sushi rolls menu - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Love Kakuna! It's not fancy or high quality by any means, but you get what you pay for. Most rolls are $12.99 - $17.99 at most and they're huge. They have a huge array of options, whether it's regular classic rolls to deep fried and baked roll options which is great for people who can't eat all raw. Love their kamikaze and dragon roll. They're big rolls with plenty of fish. They have plenty of plate and bento options as well. I haven't done their AYCE option, so hard to judge that. Overall, their staff is hard working and nice. Orders come out pretty quickly as well. Great casual sushi/Japanese spot. Will be back! read more

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Duy, service rep was quick. Within 3 minutes of sitting down, he's already here taking our orders. This is not the first time we've been here but probably a dozen or more times. The ambience is not Japanese but the food definitely taste like it without the Japanese price. Overall, if you want great Japanese sushi without paying the premium of typical Japanese restaurant, then this is the place. read more

Kakuna Sushi - Black mamba - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

Me and my friends went to Kakuna Sushi today around 6:50 PM. The restaurant looked pretty empty when we arrived, so we expected the food to come out quickly. The ambiance itself was very basic and quiet, nothing particularly memorable or inviting, and it felt a bit dull even as more people came in. As we placed our order, it became clear that the kitchen and service were struggling to keep up. It felt like there were only about three staff members working that night, which made the service extremely slow. We went on a Wednesday night and chose the premium AYCE option, but it still took about 30 minutes for our appetizers to arrive. The food was hit or miss. The yellowtail tasted overly fishy, while the salmon nigiri was my favorite and one of the better items we tried. The edamame was good, but that's pretty hard to mess up. I ordered a Coke but it didn't arrive until about 30 minutes later, near the end of the meal, when I was already finished eating. We were charged a leftover fee, which was fair since we were full and understood the policy. However, other dishes were disappointing. The salmon carpaccio was very salty, and the ramen pork belly bowl was overcooked. The pork belly was extremely chewy and not enjoyable. Overall, this wasn't a very impressive place for AYCE sushi. Between the slow service, inconsistent food quality, and lackluster ambiance, it didn't feel worth the premium price. read more

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If you know me I am always craving sushi (I could eat it every day if I could!) but like everything nowadays it is pricey so I will usually save it for days I wanna "treat" myself. We have tried the other Kakuna locations but the quality at this location is a stand out from the others. The portion and prices are unbeatable compared of other sushi places as well! Truly the freshness and quality of their fish is just amazing... and for those prices?! Can't beat it! Ambiance and decor is simple so not much to write about in that aspect but that really does not matter when the food always hits the spot! One thing to point out - they do not sell alcohol so keep that in mind if you were looking to sip on some hot sake or cold beer with your sushi. They also started doing AYCE! We had no idea they started doing that until they included a paper checklist with all their items along with the menu. So we will definitely be back to try that out! read more

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Good food , good service, good value - will definitely return Capriccio was excellent read more

Kakuna Sushi - Spicy garlic edamame - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

Kakuna Sushi is our new go-to spots when I want good sushi without breaking the bank. The dining area is spacious and perfect for big groups, which I appreciated after first coming here for a friend's birthday. Our whole party left happy. The food is solid and well-priced. I usually grab a bento box for around $15-$20 and always have enough to take leftovers home. The portions, especially the teriyaki chicken or beef are generous and you can mix and match with tempura, California rolls, and gyoza. The sushi is fresh, tasty and well portioned, great value for what you get. Service is fast and friendly, and I love that they refill your water and tea without you even asking. Affordable, filling, and reliable. I will definitely be back and I already recommend this place to friends and family. read more

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Good quality sushi for the price. As someone who was born and raised in Hawai'i, it was somewhat comparable to what I have experienced back home. Service was excellent and quick even during dinner service. I wish there were more roll options on the AYCE menu but other than that, this place is a solid option if you want sushi that won't break the bank. read more

Really enjoyed Kakuna Sushi! The sushi was fresh, delicious, and the portions were very generous. They have a great variety of rolls to choose from, and everything we ordered was really good. The service was friendly and attentive, and the prices were reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. Definitely a great sushi spot in Milpitas. We'll be coming back again! read more

The place is not busy, sat down right away. However, it did take some time waiting for the rolls. The poke Japanese nachos was my favorite thing. So fire!! I love the crunchy pieces and it was so flavorful and fresh. I love how they served it. My favorite rolls were the Cap'n Crunch and the kakuna roll. Love the textures and flavors. However the lion king didn't hit as it usually does at other places. read more

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Went to all you can eat sushi at Kakuna sushi for lunch. We did the regular AYCE option and it was more than enough. The appetizers and baked rolls are filling. We enjoyed all the sushi rolls we ordered but I particularly liked the gilroy garlic roll and the kakuna roll. The mango crunch roll was pleasant also with fresh cut mango. If you do the ACYE, you have 90 minutes and any pieces left or uneaten is $1.50 per piece. There is plenty of seating inside. There is a strange smell when you first walk in. Service was slow and could be better. Parking is a small parking lot. Otherwise, the food is good and I will come back when I have a sushi craving. read more

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AYCE is very worth it, they give really big portions of fish and the rolls are tasty. We also got 49ers, sumo and hokkaido rolls. I would say this was the best raw salmon i've had from AYCE sushi places in the area! read more

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