Vibe: 3/5 Service: 4/5 Drink: N/A Food: 5/5 Value: 4.5/5 Downing sake flights on a Sunday at noon with your young teenagers present... Not us. But the table next to us was sure having a fun lunch. We came here after looking for a lunch spot post-shopping and were pleasantly surprised. From the complimentary (!) edamame and the delicious El Camino Roll to the phenomenal, super fresh omakase and the uni served on a deep-fried shiso leaf, the quality of the food blew us away. Definitely worth every penny. It was so good, we're already talking about going back for the upgraded omakase and super Sugoi box. read more

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Tried Kiroro Ramen for the first time and unfortunately it ended up being a pretty disappointing experience overall. I ordered the Spider Ramen, which sounded unique and exciting on the menu, especially for something costing almost $22. Sadly, the flavor completely fell flat for me. The broth tasted bland and lacked the rich, comforting depth that makes ramen satisfying. I kept hoping the flavor would build up after a few bites, but it stayed underwhelming from start to finish. Honestly, I've had packaged noodles at home that were more flavorful and satisfying than this bowl. Even the egg in the ramen was disappointing. It didn't taste like a good quality ramen egg at all -- lacking flavor, richness, and that soft, well-marinated texture you usually expect from a proper ramen spot. It honestly felt like an afterthought rather than something carefully prepared. The shrimp tempura was another letdown. The shrimp pieces were extremely skinny with barely anything inside, so most bites tasted like fried batter instead of actual shrimp. Definitely not what I expected. The chicken karaage was the only dish that was decent. Crispy outside, tender inside, and probably the most enjoyable part of the meal, although still nothing particularly memorable. Service also could have been better. One staff member refilled my water twice without even lowering the pitcher close to the glass, causing water to splash all over the table both times. It may sound minor, but details like that really affect the overall dining experience, especially when the food itself already feels disappointing. Overall, for the price point, I expected much better quality, flavor, and attention to detail. Sadly, this visit did not live up to expectations and left me regretting my order more than enjoying it. read more

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KIRORO! i need you in san diego. if you're looking for a go-to sushi spot, this is it. this is always on my list to hit up when i'm back home. the quality is insaneee and the prices are incredibly reasonable. for some reason, i've only ever gotten take out here but it always hit nonetheless. the deluxe chirashi is a non-negotiable. easily feeds two people. the quality of every slice of fish is comparable to japan. they also pair some of the fish with different sauces like ponzu. the presentation is top notch and they add kizami wasabi on top of the fish. their rice is so good and they provide so much of it. my favorite pieces from the chirashi are the toro and uni of course. (tbh i love them all). you'd think this bowl would be $80, but it's only $55. a steallllll! my favorite roll to order is the double toro roll. the toro on top, salmon belly and mango in the middle.. they just compliment each other so well the mango cuts into the fattiness of both fish to create a great balance. two excellent cuts of fish for $18 is such a great deal too. read more

Kiroro Sushi - Deluxe Chirashi Bowl - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

Don't know how this wasn't on my radar before but this will probably be my go to sushi restaurant in San Mateo going forward. Spider ramen - Big portion, can be shared between 2 ppl. A lot of times I find ramen broths too salty/fatty. This one was actually really nice and the fried crab was AMAZING. I also also liked the variety of veggies the soup came with. This one is a winner - solid 5 We also ordered the rainbow, dragon, hamachi avo and spicy tuna roll. All were really good (also 5s) except for the spicy tuna which was pretty spicy - maybe a medium - and wasnt as good as the others - maybe like a 3.5. But overall great food here and look forward to coming back! read more

Kiroro Sushi - Spider crab ramen - big portion! - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

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Kiroro is one of my favorite sushi spots in the bay, and conveniently walking distance from my partner's apartment! When I want decent sushi, this is my go-to. Ingredients always taste fresh, and the restaurant is bright and comfortable. I like the platters they serve the sushi on. All staff I've interacted with have been kind. Not a ton to say, just a solid sushi spot you should check out sometime! read more

Kiroro Sushi - Salmon Avo Roll, Sake Toro (1 PC), Blue Fin Tuna Otoro (1 PC), Hirame(1 pc) - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

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6/20/25 Zach and I were in the mood for sushi for dinner and we decided to try out a new spot. Kiroro Sushi is located in Belmont. For parking, there is a small parking lot in a plaza that is near the Safeway. We got there at 5:15pm and since we were one of the first customers that day we didn't have to wait. It's a small restaurant but during the dinner hour the space filled up quick . Here's what we ordered: - california roll - spider roll - mulan roll - spicy rainbow roll - firecracker roll Everything came out quickly. All of the rolls tasted delicious. The staff there are very friendly. They were also very on top of keeping our water cups filled. Even though it's a small restaurant, the menu is pretty expansive with a variety of rolls to choose from. Would definitely come back. read more

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What an amazing place! Came here to eat on a quiet Tuesday night with my wife and was seated immediately after a warm greeting from the staff. The space itself has a warm and welcoming vibe filled with chatter of other people eating but not so overbearing that you can't hear your own conversation. We ordered the fish tacos, GTR roll, Belmont Roll and started with edamame. I was surprised at how quickly things came out. I'd say the tacos came out in less than five minutes and the everything else within the next five. Each roll was delicious in its own way. The staff always made sure our tea was full and swapped out plates when they were dirty. There's plenty of parking and frozen yogurt next door. This might be my new favorite Japanese restaurant in the area. Can't wait to come back. read more

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Came here recently and had a really solid experience. Made a reservation via Yelp and they had an active Yelp waitlist tablet inside as well. Was seated pretty promptly. Ordered the Super Sugoi Box and fresh oysters and both were great. The Super Sugoi Box definitely stood out, especially the uni + ikura cup. The scallops cup was also super tasty and probably my favorite bite. Service was quick and efficient, and even though it was busy and packed, they kept our water topped up the whole time which I really appreciated. Restrooms were clean too. Overall, really enjoyable spot and I'd come back. read more

Kiroro Sushi - Super Sugoi Box - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

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Kiroro is my go-to spot for both my weekly sushi fix and special celebrations. They're consistently fresh, attentive, and reliable. The menu balances classic favorites with creative rolls that each have their own distinct flavor. The Double Toro Roll, GTR, and El Camino Roll are standouts. I've been a loyal regular since their grand opening and truly can't go a week without it. It's an intimate space, so weekends (especially in the summer), can come with a bit of a wait if you're looking for a table but their waitlist system runs smoothly, and Twin Pines Park is just a short walk away, making it the perfect place to enjoy a to-go order! I've never waited more than 20 mins for a to go order which makes me think they are magicians! read more

I was in the area on a Saturday at 6:00PM and Kiroro Sushi looked pretty solid from the outside, so we decided to give it a try -- and I'm glad we did. There was no line. The menu had a really good selection, and every single item we ordered tasted very good. The sushi was super fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Everything felt high-quality and well done. You can definitely tell the chefs take a lot of pride in their craft, and that the focus here is 100% on the sushi. Service was decent. We weren't really greeted, directed, or spoken to in the warmest tone. They weren't rude or anything -- just not particularly friendly or attentive in that extra hospitable way. It honestly felt like they're not there to add fluff... they're there to make good sushi, and that's where all the energy goes. For example, I asked if a plate could be cleared since we had a lot on the table, and the staff member said he'd do it later. And his face was displeased the entire time. That didn't make me feel the most welcomed, but I brushes it aside since I'm there for good sushi. That said, he did come by a few times to refill our waters, which I appreciated. Parking was easy, which is always a plus. It's located in a plaza with a decent-sized lot, so it wasn't hard finding a spot. read more

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I love this place. Can't believe I haven't reviewed it yet! My daughter found this because it was the only sushi place open late enough for us to grab a quick bite. It's been our go to since! My daughter loves mangoes. If you like them in your rolls, this is a must try! Personally, I love the lunch set. 5 generous slices of sashimi with accoutrements, California roll, miso soup, potstickers and the most delicious salad ever (tossed greens fried garlic, tomato, an a tangy dressing). Best deal in town! This last visit we also tried the oysters and the Santa Barbara Uni. Delish! You won't be disappointed. give them a try! read more

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Stopped by with a girlfriend for lunch and shared the Kiroro combo, which includes a combination of sashimi and rolls. The presentation was beautiful, and the portions were generous. The sashimi was nothing to write home about, but the rolls were absolutely fantastic. I especially enjoyed the dragon roll--the shrimp tempura was perfectly fried and crispy, adding great texture and mouthfeel to the roll. I tend to prefer sashimi over rolls, so I was a little disappointed on that front, but roll lovers will be very happy here. Service was very attentive. Our server continuously refilled our hot tea and reassured us that there was no need to rush, even as we were approaching their break time. Parking: Large shared lot with multiple businesses; should be no problem finding parking. read more

Kiroro Sushi - Kiroro combo ($109): Dragon roll, Rainbow roll, 49ers roll, Lion King Roll and 15 pc Sashimi (salmon, tuna, hamachi, white tuna, walu) - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

We came here because are original plans to Kodawari was over an hour wait. If you come here don't get the ramen. Even though you get a pretty big bowl of noodles what's the use if it's not edible. The noodles were overcooked and mushy the soup was bland and had no body. The eggs were not soft but fully hard boiled. It was the worse ramen I ever had. I couldn't even finish my bowl. I think I could have saved my money and had a cup of noodles instead and be more satisfied. Maybe the sushi here is better. read more

Another great dining experience here at Kiroro Sushi the other Friday night with friends! Making reservations on Yelp was a quick, easy, and highly recommended. We checked in 10-15 minutes before our reservation and were seated right away. Even though the restaurant was packed, we could still hear each other just fine. That's always a worry of mine...not being able to hear my friends because it's too loud. We ordered the Aji special as an appetizer for our table after seeing several other tables order it. It was served as sashimi with the head and bones deep fried and crispy. Our goto here is their 15-piece super omakase. It consisted of an amazingly fresh variety of fish, scallop, aba ebi, uni, oyster, and a wagyu nigiri. They recommended us eat it from left to right and with the nigiri as the closer. The nigiris were meticulously prepared with unique toppings. The fresh wasabi is incredible; we ordered six servings just for our table. It was perfect with our nigiris! The Asahi on draft is super crisp and refreshing. We easily went through a whole pitcher! Our waiter even stopped by several times to share a sake toast with us. If you're on the Peninsula and looking for a great place for sushi, give Kiroro a try! read more

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My boyfriend and I were craving some sushi. This place had a cute interior but the seating and table was small. The staff was nice but very in a hurry and didn't quite check on us. When we had questions his answers were really short and quick not friendly. Food was ok, my boyfriend requested no seaweed but there was still some. I'd like to give this place a second chance but I just don't know. read more

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Edmund was the man. Sushi was even better. Fresh. Tasty. Unique. You'll see. 5/5 every time. 10/5 if I could. read more

My friend and I really like coming to this restaurant, but had a disappointing experience last night. I ordered two Mario rolls and upgraded to real crab, but they originally forgot to bring out my second roll, and they both had imitation crab. The taste was off, which was disappointing. read more

Another visit to kiroro sushi! This time I went with a party of 8 including my clients which the restaurant was barely able to seat. They did their best to accommodate but I think maybe 2-4 is the sweet spot for kiroro sushi, especially during busy times where they had to weave around our table to serve the others. My client kept asking to retake pictures which I could see was annoying the busy servers...sorry and thank you for your patience! Of course we got the super sugoi box, kama collar, a few rolls, and celebratory sake. Everything was excellent as always, will definitely be back. read more

Kiroro Sushi - Super Sugoi Box - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

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Really wanted to try this restaurant for the omakase and was not disappointed. Came here a little before they closed and they seated us quickly. Cute little restaurant. Service was great. Servers were nice and attentive. For our drinks, we ordered the Aladdin Yuzu sake. That was really good and a good size serving to share for two people. We ordered a regular omakase each which includes 10 pieces of nigiri. We also ordered the hamachi truffle and one regular roll (the el Camino roll). We honestly didn't need anything outside of the omakase cause the 10 piece nigiri was plenty for each of us. We were being greedy lol they also brought out edamame for the table so that was nice to have. the fish was fresh and delicious. Definitely favored the nigiri's over the sashimi and rolls so if you come with just one other person, you won't need to order too much if you get the omakase. Will be coming back to try other things! I forget the order of fish of the nigiri's, so you'll just have to come and check them out for yourself to try! read more

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Had a girls night out dinner here a while back and it was definitely a fun time! I can't remember all the food we ordered because we also drank a fair amount of sake...but I recently ordered to-go for my husband's birthday dinner and was very impressed. I got him the omakase and I ordered a few rolls for myself and kids to share. Quality of the fish was superb! Even considering it was to-go and not "freshly" served at the restaurant, my husband was impressed. They border the pricier end but I think it's worth it. An extra plus is they deliver! Food arrived on time and was packed neatly. We plan to eat here one day but it's bit cozy and small so with our kids it may be a challenge. read more

Kiroro Sushi - Super Omakase - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

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I was easily able to make a reservation for Sat night dinner for 6. I do think any larger groups than 6 would be slightly too big, as the restaurant itself isn't the largest. The fish was fresh and tasty! They have a decent selection of sake and also have pitchers of draft beer. Parking in the plaza was easy too. Super sugoi box - great for sharing with a bigger party. The pieces in the box were also on the larger side, which was nice. All were tasty. Super omakase - also had larger pieces of sushi here. You could probably share this between two people and maybe add one more roll if you're really hungry. White fish carpaccio - pretty good, but there were a lot of crispy onions that slightly overpowered the fish. Still tasty though. Fresh whole aji sashimi - this was a daily special. Really nice presentation and thinly sliced. Good amount of wasabi scattered for each piece - good value ($29.95) for the amount of fish you get. Double toro roll - tasty tuna and salmon belly. Easy to eat. read more

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One of the best sushi I've had! This restaurant serves supreme quality fish and offers a large variety of options! I was astounded by the toro they served; it was super buttery soft. I was impressed by all the fish I tried, and I cannot wait to go back again! This restaurant is small and casual. Great place to catch up with friends and family! read more

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I came here for a date night (Saturday) and everything we ordered was exquisite. The quality of the fish was phenomenal and the chefs are meticulous with how they prepare and present the sushi. Superb! For our two rolls we ordered a double toro and the house roll. Both were exceptional, but I would have enjoyed the double toro more if it was slightly less saucy. The unagi sauce made it too sweet. Perhaps if the sauce was a thin line beneath the rolls instead of drizzled on top of the sushi. --The house kiroro roll was good as is. Now for the sake sashimi. At first glance, the cuts seemed too thin, but once we tasted how rich and luxurious the salmon was, the thinner cuts made sense. For our nigiris, we ordered the black seabream, the hamachi, and tuna belly. --The black seabream was amazing! I've never had it before and I wish more sushi restaurants in the southbay carried this on the menu. --The hamachi was good but not my favorite of the nigiri only because the ponzu sauce was too overpowering. It needed a lighter touch; just a small drop of the citrus would suffice. And lastly, the amberjack. Again, a fish I've never had before. Soooo good! There was a smokiness that really complimented the fish. A big thank you to our server Andy who was very warm and helpful when I couldn't decide between the two seabreams. We very much enjoyed the quick and friendly service. Completely love our dining experience here and it was well worth the drive! Next time I'll be sure to take pictures. read more

My friend and I are in California for a business trip and walked over to Kiroro Sushi based on other reviews, this spot seemed like it would satisfy our food cravings! We made reservations through Yelp for 7pm on a Wednesday. We got there and it was almost packed but saw our cute little 2 seater table with a reserved sign! The space is smaller and more intimate but very clean and has a very Japanese authentic vibe! They only serve sake and beer, no cocktails which I found very intriguing so we were challenged to find a good sake. We tried the same flight and then ordered a bottle of the one we wanted but they were out so we got the second best. However towards the end, the server said there were two shots left of the one we ordered and just provided it to us which was very nice and unexpected. The servers were kind and attentive. The food ... oh my gosh! Best sushi we have ever had. The fish was absolutely fresh and the sauces were on point. I am keeping this as a 5 star since our experience was very nice but it would be best if all the crab for their rolls are real crab instead of an charge of $4 and some change to make it real crab. All in all a great experience! read more

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Great atmosphere and quiet location with a clean set up. Service was fast and friendly. We were sat promptly and picked a few things off the menu: Ramen 9/10 - good size, a little bit of cheap veg overloaded, I guess it's healthier than others. Rolls - 9/10 size is smaller than other places yet very tasty, well balanced. Chef special - 8/10 Last but not least - pictured - felt like a poke bowl full of ingredients but some didn't mixed well. read more

Kiroro Sushi - Chef special- bento of love (feels like poke for 2-3) - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

Whoa! Now on my Best of Bay list & #1 for sushi in town. While the storefront & interior left a more soft-spoken & casual first impression than many sushi restaurants in the area, don't let that fool you -- the sushi is bomb, and beautiful too! My party's favorites were the Deluxe Chirashi Bowl & the Seared Salmon Toro. The mango lemonade is also very delicious! Next time, I want to try the Omakase, which looked spectacular for those around us who ordered. Super fast service. Great parking. read more

Kiroro Sushi - Seared Salmon Toro (7) - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

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We visited Kiroro Sushi for dinner and had an awesome experience! I had made a same-day reservation on a Tuesday, but probably didn't need one. The interior had plenty of seating (both tables and sushi bar) and a casual ambiance. We started with Miso Soup (tasty as usual) and the Spicy Cracker appetizer to share. This came as 4 pieces and the nori cracker went great with the spicy tuna and jalapeño. Next, I ordered two sushi rolls - the Romeo & Julie and Double Toro. Both were incredible! The fish was so fresh and the menu featured so many creative signature rolls. I loved the way the menu was organized into sections like "Salmon Lovers" and "Tuna Lovers". My friends' rolls were fantastic as well, including the Angry Fish roll, Spicy Hamachi roll, Kiroro roll, and Spicy Tuna Crunch. One of my friends had a miscommunication with ordering, and our server immediately removed the extra roll from our bill. Service was shockingly fast and super friendly. Will happily be returning! read more

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This place is a family fave! Especially for vegetarians! My family and I don't eat meat/fish so you can imagine finding a Japanese place that had non-seafood options is tough. So my sister stumbled upon this place a few years back while searching Yelp and they have such a big menu for vegetarians! (Like at least 15+ items) If anyone who is hesitant to try sushi with a similar dietary restriction, I'd recommend this spot. Food: Super tasty, presentation is beautiful, and it comes in a good time after ordering. Ambiance: The space is limited so definitely get a reservation if you're dining in. It is a little tight so I'm hoping they can expand or have a bigger location in the future. Staff: They are efficient and attentive. Appreciate all of their efforts! read more

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I love this sushi spot because they have so many unique and delicious vegetarian rolls to pick from. Cute little restaurant with top notch service. I keep coming back here from the east bay, haven't found any other place as good for vegetarian sushi. read more

Kiroro Sushi - Purple Veggie roll and Veggie Bomb - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

Their sushi box is $120 and each one is super saucy. I'd avoid it, you couldn't taste the fish, maybe it wasn't super fresh? Their rolls were like a grade above supermarket level. The rice was super packed and not fluffy. Maybe we didn't order the right things. Got their ramen, which comes in a huge bowl. That was actually the best dish that we ordered. Service was good. They got a lot of to go orders, not a lot of people sitting inside. Plenty of parking in the plaza. read more

Came here as a party of four with my cousin and husband on a Friday evening with a reservation for 6 pm as she had come here before with friends for lunch and said it was a great place for the rolls with quick service. Food: 4/5 for what we ordered and loved everything especially the Deluxe Chirashi Bowl. Service: 2/5 for our server had no personality and after telling him it was our first time for 3 of us, it was our impression he wanted to move things along to get us to order. Keep in mind we were seated 15 minutes before 6 pm. This experience was the opposite from what my cousin had with her friends when she came for Lunch for her first time. Water refills were a solid 5/5 by another individual who always refilled our glasses without even having to ask. Quality & Freshness: a solid 4/5 for what we ordered. Price Point: 4/5: We felt the prices for what we got were in line and reasonable. Dining Room is small with one Gender Neutral Bathroom. Reservations recommended especially for Dinner. I would come back again sans the server attitude. read more

Kiroro Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

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We came back for Christmas Eve! We got the double toro, geo karrage and two supreme omakase meals. Everything was amazing as expected! This is quickly becoming our favorite sushi restaurant in the Bay Area! No doubt in my mind that it is going to be an amazing meal whenever we come. Can't wait to be back! read more

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One of my favorite sushi spots over the past few years! Everything I've tried here has always been fresh and delicious. They're very consistent in their quality and quick and friendly service. They have a large menu with plenty of options to pick from. It's a bit on the pricier side but it's worth it for the quality. Would definitely recommend trying! read more

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we just got here with my friend. BUT the waiter dropped one menu and my friend mentioned to get another one. He laughed and grin and most likely gave back our menu. So, we left. Very rude and disrespectful. read more

Visited this place last Tuesday and enjoyed an early dinner with some friends. We came with our families and we have little kids and I noticed how sweet the staff was to our littles. Always a bonus! Not to mention they were extremely attentive, constantly coming to our table refilling our waters and teas and asking if there was anything else we needed. The food was good. As someone who eats sushi like my life depends on it, I enjoyed the flavor and freshness of their fish. The restaurant was also nice and clean. Would definitely come back. 10/10 read more

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Overall: A // 5 stars Extravagant Chirashi and Sushi Boxes at competitive Bay Area pricing are such a draw for Kiroro. I was immediately captivated by their deluxe chirashi, which is a plentiful bowl of high quality seafood, and I'm eager to return to try their super sugoi box. (Deluxe Chirashi: A+) - Beautiful $50 chirashi bowl featuring the most prized fruits of the sea from otoro to uni to spot prawn. I enjoyed that they took a more flavorful approach to chirashi by incorporating a myriad of sauces to give each cut a unique flavor palette. The knife work on each piece of fish is noticed and the burning rosemary added a flamboyant final touch. Food: +2 Presentation: +1 Price: E Atmosphere: E Service: E Menu: +1 Overall: 5 stars Insta/Yelp/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats read more

Kiroro Sushi - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

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I was starving and we decided to go here. Little Miss ordered the spider roll and I got the spider ramen since fried soft shell crab sounded good. The spider ramen was a good size and had all kinds of yummy veggies like cabbage, broccoli, corn, seaweed, mushrooms and carrots so it felt like a well rounded meal. All the fried items were still nice and crunchy. I set the fried items onto a plate to keep them crunchy. I do wish the egg was a little jammy over being hard boiled but it soaked up the yummy broth nicely. It was such good comfort food with the weather so cold out. read more

Kiroro Sushi - Spider ramen - Japanese Near Me - Belmont, California

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We made reservations for four on a Sunday evening. We shared the sashimi box for $120, 15 piece omakase for $89, and spider ramen for $22. All the fish was super fresh and at the perfect temperature. The fatty tuna was super fatty. The wagyu was tender. I loved the king salmon, mackerel, scallops, and uni. The uni pieces were so big and savory. The scallops were sweet. Yummy!!! The ramen didn't hit the spot for my unfortunately. The broth wasn't as rich as I'm used to, and the noodles were too soft. Overall, good meal! The ambiance was casual and mellow, and our waiter was super friendly! I would come back here for the fish. read more

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I wish this place was closer! One of the best sushi places I've been to in the Bay! Great for families, a TON of vegetarian options ranging from tacos to mango spicy rolls, plus very good fish! Service is super fast, efficient, and friendly. Nicely decorated for Valentine's day, and they had lots of high chairs available for our toddler. They also gave a plastic cup as well as plastic silverware for her, which was great. Their fish tastes super fresh and they have a bunch of classics and special rolls. Really wish this place was closer, but now we have a reason to head to Belmont read more

A nice quaint sushi restaurant not too far from home. Between 3 people we ordered a roll each. I ordered the hot tea each time and the servers always came by to make sure my cup was always full! Food was delicious and they have fresh wasabi. That is such a game changer. Prices were fair, food was good and service was exceptional! read more

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