Koja Kitchen

Great atmosphere, seating time and service time and the food was perfect in every way from the…read moreportions to the taste. I need to come back 10/10

Good sushi and lychee sake, great ambience Dragon spider,…read morefirecracker were so good. Very attentive service as well. 10/10

Omakase Sashimi Set, Kaison Don, Tacos, and nigiri

Omakase sashimi

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Art

Ramen Nagi

4.4(2.9k reviews)

0.2 mi•West San Jose

I haven't been to ramen nagi in a cool min. The line is always so long so it deters me from going…read more I was craving ramen so bad so I thought why not? I timed it and it took 1 hour 5 mins to get seated. I appreciate their efficient process. They hand out a paper menu and a pen to fill out customizations on ramen preference along with figuring out how many people are per party. We got seated at a shared table. It's a bit crowded in the restaurant since it's so small. I do want them to expand so there's more space. I got the red king with kakuni pork and an egg. I love adding the side of bean sprouts as well. I got level 7 and felt like it wasn't that spicy :o I definitely want to try level 9 next time!

Honestly, I don't know what happened to Nagi. The prices keep going up, but the quality and flavor…read morefeel like they've been going downhill. I still remember the first time I had it -- the broth was rich, creamy, and full of depth, and the pork tasted fresh, tender, and flavorful. Now it just feels inconsistent and careless. This bowl looked amazing visually with the spicy red broth and presentation, but the flavor just wasn't there. The soup tasted oily more than rich, and the depth of flavor that made Nagi famous felt missing. Even the pork and toppings didn't hit the same anymore. Maybe the chef changed or quality control got weaker, but it definitely doesn't taste like the Nagi I used to love.

Long line before the 11 am opening

Veggie ramen

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Front entrance

Ozumo

4.1(1.7k reviews)

0.4 mi•West San Jose

ozumo is the best! It is my go to restaurant when I am traveling for work. The sushi rolls are…read moredelicious and the service is quick and seamless.

Found this place last minute for a girls night and it was so nice! We sat outside and had the…read morehoncho roll that our amazing waitress, Kim, recommended! The ambience and service were amazing. Our server even took a bunch of pictures for us.

Outdoor seating at their covered patio

Honcho ($21) shrimp tempura, snow crab spicy tuna, salmon sashimi avocado, spicy aioli, unagi sauce

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Honcho ($21) shrimp tempura, snow crab spicy tuna, salmon sashimi avocado, spicy aioli, unagi sauce

Kenji Sushi

3.8(2.3k reviews)

0.5 mi•West San Jose

This has become one of my favorite spots solely due to the fact that they have spicy tuna crispy…read morerice. It's delicious and I get it every time I come here. It's crispy on the outside, soft rice on the inside, with flavorful spicy tuna and sauce drizzled on top. I highly recommend trying this! They have a great selection of rolls as well as apps. Rolls are well constructed and the fish to rice ratio is just right. The staff are attentive and overall pretty solid sushi spot.

Went for a birthday dinner. One of the most disappointing and bland sushi experiences…read more The rice on the rolls did not hold well together, the baked lion was falling apart. The dragon roll was ok. The katsu was decent . Not a single bite was tasty. All of us ate because we skipped lunch for the celebration dinner. Bad choice of place.

Inside

Caterpillar Roll and a fancy salmon roll

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Rainbow roll

JOEY Valley Fair

4.8(5k reviews)

0.2 mi•West San Jose

The food tastes pretty good, my favorite was the molten chocolate cake. The service was really good…read moreas well, thanks to my server Aekm :)

We all love Sadia. Service is excellent and the food quality is good…read more Will definitely come back!

Modern lighting

Steak and ravioli blanco

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Lobster pasta

Udon Mugizo - San Jose

Locally owned & operated

We went on a Saturday around 6:30 pm and got seated within 5 minutes of arrival. Servers are…read morefriendly and food arrived quickly! We ordered the tempura curry udon and the salmon spinach cream sauce udon (which I highly recommend). The salmon spinach cream sauce udon has an amazing flavor profile if you are a fan of similar pasta flavors. The udon noodles are cooked just right.

Not sure if I went on an off day, but all of the udon dishes were INSANELY salty. Everyone at the…read moretable was struggling to eat more than a few bites and the udon noodles themselves were not bad, but the texture isn't as bouncy as I'd like. Vibes wise, it's very family friendly and they have a decently sized parking lot all to themselves. Arrived on a Saturday just after 5PM and there were still plenty of tables, but there was a short line by the time we left. The saving grace for the meal was the variety of tempura which were super lightly crispy and came out piping hot. The vegetables all had a super satisfying texture and at the very least I can recommend this over both udon dishes I tried (Mentai Cream Sauce Udon and Niku Bukkake Udon).

Try our Unagi Seiro-mushi set!

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Kumako Ramen Den

4.7(1.2k reviews)

1.7 mi•West San Jose

Family-owned & operated

Free parking

Highly recommended this ramen place. Service is phenomenal. Thank you nick!…read more I highly suggest Katsu curry ramen if you like a perfect balance of curry flavored ramen. Curry is not overpowering the whole flavor of the food. Perfectly balance of saltiness too. Chef's kiss The ambiance is fine. It feels like home vibe and feels like i'm in japan.

Best karage I've ever had. Cozy atmosphere, quick and great service. Highly recommend.read more

Tan tan ramen

Katsu Curry Rice: Fried Pork Cutlet w/ mildly spicy pork curry | $14.95 + $1.75 ajitsuke tamago

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Takoyaki: Octopus Balls w/ mayo, okonomi sauce, bonito flakes, scallions | 6 pc - $8.50 (one dog-friendly outdoor table)

Ramen Takumi

4.2(72 reviews)

0.7 mi

Food is amazing! The meat and broth is very flavorful. I was craving ramen and didn't want to wait…read morein the long line at Ramen Nagi. Glad I came here, has better toppings and better flavor than Ramen Nagi. Highly recommend

Extremely tasty ramen! Loved the marinated egg cooked just perfectly for a runny yolk. Loved the…read morewhole garlic pieces and sliced/fried garlic pieces! The chashu was thick and tender and seasoned perfectly. The onions, mushroom and seaweed all melded together nicely! The noodles had the right texture and mouthfeel. This bowl had so much savory umami flavor! Loved everything about it, including the texture and crunch! The service was also top notch! Dropped my chopsticks and they were instantly reppaced without asking. Could not have asked for a better experience! I also liked the small details like their refreshing lemon water served in metal cups. It was delicious! Overal 10/10! Would highly recommend and will definitely be back!

Interior

#Noodlepull

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Coke® Zero ($3.75)

Kakuna Sushi

4.0(183 reviews)

5.4 mi•Cambrian Park

We weren't expecting much when we walked in as we were just looking for simple sushi but Kakuna…read morewent beyond our expectations! We were seated pretty quickly since it was relatively empty that day so it was quiet inside. We ordered 3 rolls, 2 scallops, and some jalapeno bombs. The citrus roll was our favorite as it was super refreshing and light. The baked roll was super rich and creamy, exactly what we were craving. The scallop nigiri (not pictured because we ate it too fast) was super fresh as well. Kakuna sushi might become our staple as the sushi quality is fantastic and the price point is great!

I came here for the ayce with some friends over the weekend. It was not busy. There were some…read morechallenges around ordering because we were a larger group and the menus were limited. Taste: - We got the premium so we got to try a lot of the nigiri. It was good but the rice tasted very sweet. The rolls themselves did not stand out to me too much but my friends like the baked rolls. We also ordered some premium ingredients off of the menu but they never came. Service: - This was not good aside from the challenges around the menus. Parking: - We easily got parking but I heard from a friend sometimes the plaza will be full so they will park elsewhere.

Short Ribs

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Egg over rice on the omakase box

Leichi

4.1(948 reviews)

1.2 mi

It's been a while since my last update…read more.. Visited for lunch as a walk-in some time back. My friend ordered the duck soba, I had the tempura soba, and we also shared a couple of a la carte dishes. Finding high-quality, authentic soba in the Bay Area is quite challenging, so this place is a true gem for soba lovers. While I've enjoyed dinner here multiple times in the past, this was my first lunch visit. I didn't drink this time since I was driving, but their menu is excellent for those who enjoy pairing their meal with drinks. The crowd seems to include many Japanese expats, which speaks to its authenticity. A great, reliable spot for a calm and delicious meal!

Tried Leichi right when they opened, so the space was calm with plenty of seating, which made for a…read morerelaxed start to the meal. The food was decent overall. Nothing was off, but nothing really stood out either. The sashimi was fresh and the grilled fish was cooked well, though the flavors and presentation didn't quite leave a lasting impression. It felt like everything played it a bit safe. Service was the highlight. Our server was attentive, checked in at the right moments, and made sure everything was taken care of without being intrusive. Overall, a solid spot if you're looking for a quiet, easy meal, but not somewhere I'd go out of my way for just yet.