Good price, good quality, good service, comfy inside dinning...clean, clean bathroom, good size read more

Kakuna Sushi - Lion King - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Yellowtail jalapeno avocado, crunchy mango, and the Kakuna roll during happy hour is my go to when I'm craving sushi in Milpitas.

Es el mejor lugar para disfrutar de buen sushi ,el pescado es fresco y los rollos tienen buena presentación y muy buen sabor

Tried a mix of rolls and sashimi here, and overall it was a solid experience with a few standout dishes. The Jalapeño Bomb isn't traditional Japanese, but it's big, flavorful, and worth trying (7/10). The unagi was easily one of the best items--well-prepared and rich. Tuna sashimi was fresh and clean, and the crunch roll was good, generous in size, and filling. What really stood out was the variety of vegetarian options. The vegetarian mango roll was surprisingly very good, and the veggie tempura roll with sweet potato had a nice balance of texture and flavor. The sashimi salad was another highlight--fresh and very well done. Overall, a place that leans a bit fusion but delivers on quality and portion size. Good option whether you're into classic sushi or looking for vegetarian-friendly choices. read more

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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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

Kakuna Sushi - Spread - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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

Kakuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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The kind of stairs I don't complain about haha! I stopped by solo so I could really only order for myself and I really wanted the Moriwase, as it was a sushi staircase. I didn't know each piece came with wasabi, otherwise, I would have asked for it without. Nevertheless, each piece was so fresh! They also don't skim on the fish, each piece had a thick piece of fish. Definitely a spot to bring friends and try a bunch of different rolls! read more

Kakuna Sushi - Nigiri Moriawase; Follow me @RimyEats on Instagram - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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

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

Kakuna Sushi - Kb 8/24 - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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AYCE was amazing! It was affordable, high quality, and tasty. I ate more of nigiri than the rolls. The fish was fresh. read more

Kakuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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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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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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

Kakuna Sushi - Butterface and Gilroy Garlic - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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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

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

Kakuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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The foods here are good price, taste great and in continent location in Milpitas, right across street from Milpitas buffet. read more

Kakuna Sushi - Dragon roll vegetarian roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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

Kakuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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I had lunch with my mom. This location is larger than the one on McKee Road/Alum Rock. Small parking lot here. The have 2 separate single-user unisex restrooms (one on each side of the restaurant). The service was good and friendly. We both ordered the... Short Rib Bento. Served with miso soup, house salad, fried gyoza, steamed rice, and orange slices. We added vegetable Tempura +$4. Short Rib Bento. Served with miso soup, house salad, fried gyoza, steamed rice and orange slices. We added vegetable Tempura +$4. I also added a California Roll +$4. Plenty of leftovers for my mom to take home. Support your local business. read more

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I recently tried Kakuna Sushi Restaurant and went with their AYCE (All You Can Eat) option for $40. Overall, it was a decent experience, though not outstanding. One downside for me was the sushi rolls themselves. Many of the rolls I ordered started to look and taste very similar, as they shared many of the same ingredients and toppings. Because of that, the variety felt limited, and the flavors blended together after a while. The fish quality--specifically the salmon and tuna--was okay, but I could tell it was slightly lower quality compared to non-AYCE sushi spots. That said, there were definitely some highlights with the AYCE menu. I really enjoyed the ramen, sushi carpaccio, rice bowls, and tempura. Those items were a great addition and helped balance out the experience beyond just rolls. When we visited, there were only two employees working, and it got very busy--especially with our large party. The staff clearly did their best, but it was hard for them to keep up. We missed some refills, and there were moments of confusion when repeated sushi orders came out. While service was understandably affected, I do appreciate the effort they put in under the circumstances. Overall, the sushi is decent, and I'd consider coming back if I was extremely hungry and specifically craving an AYCE-style sushi dinner. Just go in with the right expectations: this is AYCE sushi, so it won't be top-tier quality, but it's a solid option for those who want variety, value, and a filling meal. read more

Honestly for sushi on a budget, this place is not bad! My husband and I grabbed a late lunch and I kid you not, we were full from 2pm until 10pm and that's with a 3 hr pickleball session too. My husband can eat. Like 3 double doubles at in n out and he can be hungry in 3 hours. We spent less than $100 for 5 rolls. They did not skimp on the fish and they didn't over do it on the rice. The service was great and so attentive and they got a TV with sports playing. The fish quality was not the best but not bad and this is definitely a sauced up roll so it can get overwhelming but for the price I'd definitely come back. read more

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I wanted to try out more sushi places in the area and thought this place had interesting variety of selections. We ordered the hamachi carpaccio - this was very saucy and citrusy, almost little too saucy imo. I wanted the flavor of the hamachi to be brought out more but it kind of drowned in the sauce. Comparing to other carpaccios I've had. The sumo roll was protein packed which I liked and the fish were fresh. The kamikaze was great and loved the taste. The butterface roll was my favorite as the lemon slices went well with the salmon! The issue was with the server experience; i had written down the order in my notes and one asked to reiterate what i ordered and so i did. We got two kamikaze rolls when we only ordered one. When I asked about this, the server didn't seem happy and made us feel like it was our fault. I don't think I would come back again. The prices are pretty affordable though. read more

A good waiter makes customers leave.A racist waiter, and a kind-hearted racist old man. Do not come to eat here at all: the sushi and raw fish did not taste fresh. Shortly after eating, I started feeling stomach discomfort. The cooked dishes were also not very good. The menu presentation was confusing and somewhat misleading. One sushi item had a photo placed next to it that did not match what was actually served, even though the description listed similar ingredients. What I received was clearly not the sushi shown in the picture. Since it was not what I ordered, I did not eat it, but I was still charged $1.50 per piece for the uneaten roll. Also I am not sure if a normal customer can just walk in their back counter place, their food safety is concerning, that there is a customer (shown in picture below) not only walk to their back counter filming us and are also help defending them with no reason... When I politely asked the server about the discrepancy between the photo and the dish served, the situation escalated unexpectedly. The server suddenly raised their voice and began questioning me in an aggressive tone. He was also keep making a racist hand gesture that made the interaction uncomfortable. I felt disrespected during the exchange. I do want to mention that an older server at the restaurant was kind and professional, and I appreciated their attitude. If tipping individually were possible, I would have been happy to tip that person. The interior is very minimal, with only tables and chairs and little decor. Overall, this was not a pleasant dining experience. read more

Sushi lovers, don't sleep on this gem! Have you ever seen a sushi staircase, Kakuna sushi literally raised the bar. From the artfully plated Nigiri Moriawase on a staircase, to the indulgent Omakase Box loaded with 10 varieties of sashimi from uni, oysters, toro and more, this spot delivers both flavor and presentation. The menu is huge! I love their variety of affordable rolls under $15. I always get their lunch special - buy 3 sushi rolls to get a 4th roll free. The Boujee Roll lives up to its name- lobster tail tempura, torched salmon, spicy tuna, real crab, and more sauces than your palate can keep up with. Every roll we tried was packed with fresh ingredients and bold flavors. With 5 locations across the Bay Area, Kakuna Sushi is your next casual quick service, generous and affordable sushi. read more

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I am a big fan. Great menu. Delicious food. I wish there was a noise dampened, it gets loud. But the food makes up for the noise. read more

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We arrived here for late dinner. We didn't expect a lot, but almost rolls are so good. I recommend these rolls if you like some sweet food. It's full and all services are good too read more

Kakuna Sushi - Roll and fried - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

Cool place, and you can BYOB, haven't seen that since I was in Maui. So, no sale for lunch ;( We ordered a few dishes and some nigiri. Service was good, food was tasty and super affordable. I think we just happened to arrive before closing and the "no sake" thing threw me, but I'd def return. read more

Had a pleasantly delicious dinner last night with a friend around 6pm. For mid-tier sushi, Kakuna here in Milpitas is now top of my list for the South Bay. Plenty of seating that filled up fairly quick for a Thursday night. Ambiance is kind of eerie. Exterior is very unassuming, interior feels like a cafeteria. Old school restaurant chairs that belong in a pho place. In a way, it kind of adds to the "hole-in-the-wall" charm. Servers didn't really look like they wanna be there. You do have to chase them down for things. Food was great. We had a seaweed salad app, the Boujee Roll to share, and two sets of the Nigiri Moriwase which is a 9pc omakase. All that for about it $80 after tax pre-tip was a fantastic bang for your buck. The fish quality's a lot better than others in this mid-tier class. Some nigiri were downright melt in your mouth. As for the Boujee roll, they definitely fried up a whole lobster tail as it was no skimpy at all. I'd get the same order again next time. Would love to check out their other locations to see how they compare and am definitely returning here to assess consistency. 4/5 overall, will be back. read more

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Located in Milpitas, parking is plentiful and easy to find. Noise level is average. I have to say some of their rolls are quite interesting. There's one called the Charizard that has hot Cheetos. Food is absolutely amazing. Presentation was very cool for the nigiri ladder. I loved the chilly mango roll. The texture was so unique and the balance of flavors were on point. Overall Kakuna Sushi a great sushi spot. The service is good as well. Added bonus of a cool name and subtle pokemon theme going on. read more

Kakuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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Don't even think about it, just go! Great menu that won't disappoint. I dont remember what we ordered but they all turned out really good. My roll had the lobster. Yum yum yum. The outside of the restaurant was pretty plain - doesn't have that welcoming inviting curb appeal but you will be greeted with a warm hello as soon as you walk in. Will definitely pay this place a visit when we are back in town. Friendly service and attentive staff. WIN! read more

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Did the AYCE. The 90 minute timer starts when you sit down. It takes 30 minutes for them to get to your table with ginger, water, wasabi and to take your order. It takes another 30 minutes for the food to get to you, so by that time you're an hour in. You would have to place an order the moment your first order arrives. Food was so bad. The spicy tuna was mush, think baby food. Would skip on all the rolls, everything tastes the same. I guess the only nice thing I could say was the oysters were good but not enough to get me to come back. The server avoided eye contact, did everything but her job lol we had to wave down the manager but he was super nice and was able to help us each time. Place is a bust! Would not return. read more

Kakuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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The service was good, on par to standard. It was pretty quiet with a little T.V noise in the background. The food was not on par...I have had better experiences from the Fremont location. I think I came excited because I enjoy Kakuna's but this location was met with disappointment. The staff were helpful and willing, so there's no feedback there. I mean the toro nigiri was not a disappointment, so not all was bad. I really enjoy eating lion king rolls, but this one tasted off that day I went. I ended up not togo-ing the leftovers because I didn't feel it was good or worth togo-ing. I am unfortunately not going to be coming back to this specific location, but I highly encourage others to give it a try and determine their own opinions! read more

Kakuna Sushi - Toro Nigiri (market price) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

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My new go-to sushi spot! So happy to have found Kakuna cause they make delicious rolls at an affordable price. I typically go during happy hour and splurge on the multi-roll deals. The Kakuna Roll is one of my favorites and their extensive menu offers numerous options. Service is friendly and quick too. I've never had a problem with waiting for seating either. Looking forward to many more visits in the future. read more

Kakuna Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Milpitas, California

The food here is really delicious. I like most of their rolls. The service is also pretty fast and their staffs are all friendly. The space is big so it is an to-go place for friends or family read more

Pretty good quality sushi for a good price!! When I'm not dining in, I love to get their party trays to go. They have so many options with various price ranges. My favorite rolls are the crunchy mango, lion king and their sashimi is thick cut and fresh. On the weekend and dinner, it can get busy so I recommend coming outside of those peak times. read more

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Unassuming place. Affordable food, large selection. Great place to check out. I have gone here twice with family and friends and I enjoy the times that I have eaten here they have huge portions. It's good to share. One can say that this is a hole in the wall because the storefront is very insuring in the parking lot is kinda sus because of some homeless who walks often times in that area. But if you want to try something good, go here read more

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Went to Kakuna Sushi for dinner on a weeknight. I haven't been here in a while--last time was just for takeout. They've since renovated and expanded into the space next door, so there's a lot more seating now. It was really busy, with lots of families and big groups, but we were still seated right away. The space is definitely great for larger parties. That said, the room was really echoey, which dulled the overall dining experience. We ordered the Lion King, Skittles, and 49ers rolls--Skittles was my favorite! I also got the Nigiri Moriawase for myself, and my boyfriend and I shared the rolls. The nigiri had a great variety (tuna, shrimp, salmon, unagi), and for around $25, it was a great value. The fish cuts were thick and fresh, and there wasn't too much rice, which I appreciated. I've always liked how affordable the rolls are at Kakuna, and the menu has a really solid variety for both sushi lovers and those who want non-raw items. My first visit to Kakuna was in their fremont location, and glad to see that they've expanded to a few more locations! Service was attentive once we got going--they kept our waters filled and were friendly, though it did take a little while to flag someone down at first to place our order. Overall, a great casual sushi spot with good value and variety. Just be prepared for a louder environment if it's a full house! I still really like their rolls for the variety and affordability, but I think I'm more inclined to pick up for takeout in the future and eat in the comfort of my own home. read more

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