Tip: Make sure you get a reservation. Especially on the weekends or for dinner! Tables fill up quickly and it seemed to be exclusively reservations when we dined in this time. We saw several parties arrive and be told that the wait would be an hour or so (those that walked in without reservations). Also, the space is small, so it's very difficult to accommodate parties larger than 4. I'd recommend you call the restaurant or see what you can reserve online first. We had a reservation for dinner on Saturday and luckily arrived just before 5:30 so we got seated at a table. The restaurant quickly filled up with other reservations. Service was quick despite the restaurant being packed and we got to enjoy the nigiri combo and a nice slice of yuzu cheesecake. Fish quality is still consistent and appreciate we can enjoy sushi like this nearby! read more

Make a reservation, give yourself time to look for parking, and be ready to have some delicious sashimi and nigiri! I dont even think I need to write a review because everyone already covered how good this place is. Don't expect a fancy dining room, but do expect an intimate and tight setting since there are only maybe 6+ tables? Because of this, they would like guests to have a one hour dining experience. Not strictly enforced but you can tell there's a line of people on the waiting list. Their attention to detail, the cuts of fish, the rice, how everything is prepared and served, and the costs is not outrageous for the quality that they're offering. Such a gem of a sushi restaurant, bookmarked, and definitely coming back soon! read more

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Well first of all, MAKE RESERVATION!! so you don't have to wait for a long time like us Only 1 server since it's a small spot but the service was great and food was delicious...... great quality of food nice ambience as well. Will definitely go back there again! Plenty of parking spots on street and lots nearby... read more

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Still the best "regular" sushi in the bay area Added tofu tonight Decent sake selection Excellent fresh flavorful fish read more

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Incredible restaurant that is high quality with their serivd and their food. I was blown away by everything they had from their dishes and freshness to the staff and knowledge of all the dish. The simple combo boxes are enough for anyone to order where you would get to experience many different types of fish with great taste and quality. Will definitely come back here soon! read more

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Had this place saved for 2 years and finally came today. My teen daughter and I had lunch here and we are in heaven!! So fresh and flavorful. Very well balanced. Nothing is overpowering one or another. Definitely coming back. Service was fast friendly. Also very informative. He lets you know all your pieces of fish. Like.. okay, thank yo Sir! Very casual and cozy spot. read more

Mujiri - Soooo fresh! Oh myyy Gawd.. - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

This place never fails in terms of service, quality, and variety. I honestly haven't found better sushi in my area. There's something about the intimate nature of the restaurant and the friendliness of the staff that continue to bring us back. They put exceptional amount of care into every piece of sushi while personalizing the plating to conserve table space and better showcase the fish. We recommend ending your meal with their miso. We are so thankful for their service and their delightful food read more

Mujiri - 2 nigiri combos and an extra roll - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

The nigiri special was good. It also came with a negi hama roll as part of the special. In fact, all of the fish was fresh and delicious and I consider myself a sushi snob. My taste palette looks for the right amount of smoky flavor from torching the fish but some pieces were over done. And I couldn't get much of the sushi rice flavor but that's just me. Still seasoned well nonetheless. I also appreciate that this Japanese restaurant has chawanmushi. You can't get that dish just at any Japanese restaurant. Oh and do not skip on the Yuzu cheesecake it was so good and moist with bits of fresh Yuzu. You could pass on the Matcha cheesecake because that one was kind of dry to me. We made reservations but arrive 40 minutes early. We walked in ten minutes before opening not realizing so we waited outside. The tiny wooden sign at the bottom of the window said closed but the lit up open sign was on. It's simple enough inside but it is small. Our table for four was by the door and I felt a bit cramped. I took the window seat but the sun was beating on me. My work colleague was on the other side of the table and cold underneath the vent. Lots of people came in for takeout and sit down. I can see why they prefer reservations. I saw two guys at the sushi bar and there was one server. I would come back again if I'm in the area. read more

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High end bougie sushi. We started with miso soup, and ordered the sashimi and nigiri specials. Everything was delicious! Very cramped and small hole in the wall spot in downtown Hayward in walking distance from Hayward bart. We got a dinner reservation on a Wednesday night, and thankfully got seated quickly. The staff were wonderfully courteous, and I enjoyed everything that we ate. read more

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Came here for our anniversary. Reservations were fairly easy to make. It is a small restaurant, and it seemed like most parties had made a reservation. The chawanmushi came out piping hot. It was delicate with crab on top and shrimp at the bottom. We loved the ikura nigiri, delectably salty!The premium set was also a great deal. I was very full at the end of the meal. The fish was fresh and there was. Decent fish to rice ratio. read more

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Stumbled in for a quick lunch and fell in love with Mujiri!! We were recommended the nigiri combo, which is such a bang for your buck! You get to choose seven different fish, and it comes out so beautifully. I wasn't expecting much, but the fish was so fresh and so soft that it really surprised me. We also ordered the mackerel nigiri, Uni nigiri, and toro roll and absolutely loved everything. They really put the quality and care into the food! The restaurant itself is cozy and intimate with limited seating. Parking is easy with street parking and lots nearby. Servers are also very friendly and attentive! read more

Mujiri - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

Fresh and high quality nigiris! I appreciate the seasoning in the sushi rice and the fish. You don't need to dip it in soy sauce, it's that good! You cannot beat the rice for the quality you get. I also like how you can choose the dish for your nigiri set. Deducted one star because the food took 30 mins to come out and the restaurant wasn't even full. Was hoping it would be a quick lunch spot, but I wouldn't be able to come during lunch break. read more

Mujiri - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

Ok, Hayward. I see you. Came here hungry and got the nigiri combo with chef choice rolls and chawanmushi. Both were excellent! I usually would get sashimi but I heard their rice is really good so got the nigiri and it didn't disappoint. Everything was fresh and so flavorful, I didn't want to put any soy sauce. The chawanmushi was perfect as well. Although, I didn't leave completely stuffed, I was satisfied and I will definitely need to come back. Ambiance is unassuming. It's very small and easy to miss. Lots of parking across the street. read more

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We booked a reservation on Monday for a Friday night for a party of 4. Make sure to make a reservation because it's a small restaurant and lots of couples show up! We have the nigiri combo for $28 which was the best we've had in the east bay, especially since they season the rice. They also let you choose the fish or you can opt in for chefs choice! The seaweed salad was also good since they use actual seaweed and not the stuff you find in the grocery store! read more

Mujiri - Seaweed salad - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

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Ordered some fresh sushi takeout from Mujiri. The packaging was so artsy and unique (video/pictures attached). The maki rolls were fresh and they did not skimp on the fish. We got the spicy sake maki and salmon&shisho hosimaki rolls. Both were delicious and fresh. Cannot comment on the service or ambience as we got takeout. Highly recommend ! read more

Mujiri - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

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Mujiri is a must-visit and such a great spot to bring friends for fresh, mouthwatering nigiri combos and rolls. Parking can be tough but I always park across the street in the parking lot (which can fill up quick). I always order the Nigiri Combo, which is now $32. I remember when it was $25, but honestly, it's still worth the extra $7+ for the quality you're getting. I alone can get full off the Nigiri Combo but I recommend ordering the any one of the Ala Carte Maki Rolls like the Spicy Sake Roll. The nigiri is so so delicious on its own, you don't even need to dip it in soy sauce. The staff are always friendly and will explain each fish, which I really appreciate. The interior is cozy and intimate, seating is limited. If you're planning to eat inside, I definitely recommend making a reservation in case. I've come in during lunch for one person and seating can fill up. read more

Mujiri - Nigiri Combo x2 - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

A hidden-gem in downtown Hayward! Mujiri serves Edomae-style nigiri in their small establishment, dishing out beautiful sets with fresh fish. Very small restaurant, definitely recommend making a reservation just in case. The nigiri combo is the way to go, you get to choose from 7 different pieces (no repeats allowed) and there may even be specials that day offering high-end fish that can typically be seen at pricey omakase places. Worth a stop or take-out if you're craving nigiri! read more

Mujiri - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

I was in the Mood for Sushi today!!!!! So I. Rolled to MUJIRI!!! I was able to find Parking right in front. I rolled in and Was Greeted and Seated at the Sushi Bar!!! The Restaurant is Basically a Hole In The Wall!! lol Their Menu is Accessible thru their UPC code!!! I Ordered the Nigiri Special and 4 Spicy Rolls of Various Fish Types and a GREEN Tea !! The Sushi Chefs are Cool and Good at What They Do!! I got a Birds Eye View of the Sushi Chefs creating my Nigiri and my Sushi Rolls! The Server was Friendly and Efficient! He Kept My Cup Full ! The Sushi and Fish were Fresh and Tasty! Truly a Hidden Gem in Hayward!!! This is a Baller On A Budget Approved Establishment!!! I Keep My Pimp Hand Strong!! Number #34 On The Yelp Top 50 Most Prolific Yelp Elites List for 2025!!!! read more

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I always have a great experience ordering from Mujiri. The fish is always super fresh and you can really taste the quality. This time we got the 7 nigiri box and it was such a great mix of fish. Everything was so good! The restaurant itself is really charming and cozy too. I can't wait to come back and dine in next time! read more

Mujiri - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

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I had this place bookmarked for awhile, so I was glad that I finally got a chance to try Mujiri. The restaurant is charming, intimate, and cozy. Several tables and seating at the sushi bar. Not a good place for a party larger than 6. Soft house music is playing throughout the restaurant. One unisex restroom only. Chawanmushi: Japanese steamed egg served in a cup. Mixture flavor of dashi and house soy sauce. Contains shrimp and REAL crabmeat, chives, and topped with ikura. Nigiri Combo: chef's choice or your choice of 7 different fishes (they cannot be duplicate). Maguro (big eye tuna), Hamachi (yellowtail), Sake (salmon), Hotate (Hokkaido scallop), Umi Masu (ocean trout), Iwana (artic char), Toro (fatty bluefin tuna). It also comes with 1 chef's choice hosomaki. The fish was fresh on their house-flavored infused rice. The nigiri is on the smaller side. The service was attentive, polite, and nice. Support your local business. BTW, this was my 2000th review! read more

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DELISH. Mujiri was a perfect quick lunch. Ordered the chef choice nigiri and will absolutely be back when I'm in the area. read more

Mujiri - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

This is our favorite nigiri place! Really can't beat $28 nigiri combo that delivers quality. While seating is limited in the Hayward location, we usually come early and can get a seat. Seems like reservations are available. Definitely come in groups smaller than 4 as this place really doesn't have tables to host groups of 4 and more unless you want to all sit in a line at the counter. read more

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Pro Tip: The Nigiri Combo is the best bang for your buck. If it's your first time dining in or taking out, definitely go straight for this and order the following: 1. Sake (Salmon) 2. Hamachi (Yellowtail) 3. Iwana (Artic Char) 4. Umi Masu (Ocean Trout) 5. Kanpachi (Amberjack) 6. Kurodai (Black Snapper) 7. Toro (Bluefin Fatty Tuna) These are the best options without any additional costs. If you want to get anything from the additional menu I would swap out the Toro for the Santa Barbara Uni or the Hokkaido Uni because those sourced fresh here and are bomb. Also please stop asking if there are baked rolls here. They do not serve anything baked and this may not be the place to bring your kids or friends who aren't familiar with raw fish. read more

Mujiri - Santa Barbara Uni Nigiri and Iwana(岩魚) Nigiri - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

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Yes it's good. Yes it's fresh. Yes the take out box is fancy. It's one of two take out sushi I have thus far experienced serving their sushi rice similar to fancy omakase joints. HOWEVER, I did not appreciate how they gave me a salmon bomb literally. I intentionally ordered the salmon and shiso hosomaki separately based on the pictures and the hope they'll serve my favorite negi roll with the nigiri set. Thus, I intentionally did not select the saki/salmon nigiri since I thought I was reducing the chances of a salmon bomb on my plate. Boy, was I wrong. Therefore a major one star deduction for the lack of even trying to provide the customer with the chance of tasting a variety of fishes and flavors. I wanted to give three stars but I resisted. Brownie points for not giving ultra neon green wasabi. The server looked as if he was in ordinary clothing so I totally mistook him as a customer. Sketchy area. Super sketchy and very heavy door with lights as their sign (inside the window to the right) but when I went/when I drove by it wasn't turned on nor the open sign. I saw a white paper posted and I thought they relocated or something so I kept driving but grrrr you can't turn right after you see the wheel/mechanics shop on your right. But thankfully I saw street parking up ahead. If you're coming from the A street direction, Google maps will say "Montgomery Ave" but it's actually "Montgomery Street." 100% street parking. Will I come back? I would but I definitely will never order a separate side of any hosomaki roll ever again. And to anyone and everyone reading this, I highly recommend against ordering one too as you might risk the chance of them misunderstanding that's the type of fish you enjoy and therefore resulting as a bomb of it too on your plate. Very simple menu of nigiri, sashimi, hosomaki rolls, spicy rolls, and beverages. read more

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I love mujiri. This will be the second time I've visited this restaurant. I walked in without any reservation since I'm only by myself. If you have a group of more than 3 or 4 people I would definitely make reservation. I arrived right when they opened so no wait for me. I got my usual with some other addition to it since I was hungry. I always order the yuzu sparkling soda, that is my favorite. I then ordered the Nigiri Combo was amazing as always. The fish here is not overwhelmingly huge and it is fresh. It is very tasty. When you don't need soy sauce for your sushi, it's usually because the fish is of good quality. I ordered the squid ala carte and hamachi I believe. Both items were so good. Very good quality fish. For dessert the matcha cheesecake was really good and I had it with the green tea. I've enjoyed mujiri everytime I go there. I highly recommend them and their chefs are all amazing. Shout out to this crew. read more

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Mujiri is a small hole in the wall restaurant that has a cozy and small interior eating area. Despite the half hour wait, I truly believe this is one of the best sushi places in the area. The nigiri combo is priced at a base of $28, with upgrades such as ikura and uni available. I appreciate the waiter describing which nigiri is which fish (captioned in my pics). The chefs season each nigiri perfectly, and the pickled ginger is refreshingly sweet and the wasabi they use is a premium Japanese product that uses real wasabi seeds, which definitely makes a difference. They also sell oysters individually, something I don't see often, so I ordered one of their steamboat oysters and it was the perfect size to satisfy my craving. read more

Mujiri - Fresh Oyster - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

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I love coming to Mujiri when I'm in the neighborhood! The restaurant is small, charming, and also pretty popular so there can be a wait, especially on Friday and Saturday nights. For a party of 6, we waited for about 15 minutes before being seated. While waiting we ran across the street to the brewery and got some beers, which was convenient. We ordered a fatty tuna, Omakase, and seaweed salad, and they did not disappoint! Each nigiri was perfectly portioned, and the quality of the fish was definitely there. Each fish had a buttery texture to it, and honestly I should've ordered two omakases when I was there because that's how good it was. This is probably my third time visiting, and I'm already thinking about the next time I'm coming back . read more

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Whenever I'm in the area, I try to make it an effort to pick up an order from Mujiri. Online ordering from their website makes it convenient for pickup. My go-to is the nigiri combo. The fish is fresh, staff friendly, and service efficient. I haven't dined indoors yet but the interior of the restaurant is a cozy atmosphere with both table and countertop seating available. read more

Mujiri - Nigiri Combo - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

Visiting and had to stop by my favorite sushi place. Still the freshest sushi I've had outside of Japan! Great service and traditional style sushi bar. I even introduced this place to a couple of friends. So, if you love sushi, I definitely recommend this place! read more

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Everything was great! We ordered several nigiri combos, seaweed salad (that incorporated cucumber), fried oysters and miso soup. I could swear they used bonito flakes in the soup, but didn't get a chance to ask. The restaurant only seats 20, but the service was spot on! Definitely coming back! Make reservations before you go! read more

This place slaps. While it's not super spacious, it definitely feels roomier than the Oakland location. We ordered the Sashimi Combo and Nigiri Combo, and did a little switching up, but the chef's choice was also a decent selection. The presentation of the food was on point, and everything tasted fresh and delicious (also, I never had this type of seasoned rice before but it's a hit). The staff were really attentive, and even though there was a lot of construction outside on the street when I visited, the dark ambiance inside the restaurant set a nice mood to enjoy the meal. Plus, it's not overly pricey for the quality of sushi you get versus other sushi places in the bay. Definitely coming back for more. read more

Mujiri - Sashimi Combo - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

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First time having mujiri and I thought it was pretty solid! We went on a Thursday night and there was no wait. Menu is a qr menu and you order through the QR code but I wish the waiter explained that everyone can scan it and order on their own phone. At first thought it looked like everyone at the table had to order through one phone but that's not the case. The food itself was great. I ordered a nigiri combo for $25, great for a special dinner night out but wouldn't come to get it often as I prefer a combo of nigiri and sashimi rather than nigiri and maki as it had too much rice and I felt bloated after. Parking is relatively easy, we parked at the lot across the street. Would come back but not super often. read more

Mujiri - Nigiri Combo - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

I got the nigiri combo with chef's choice hosomaki. For the price, the nigiri combo and roll are a very solid deal for the quality, especially when you can pick the nigiri you like. There are other places that have a nigiri and roll combo for similar prices, but they tend to be less flexible on what you're going to get (you can just pick the ones you want when ordering via QR code here). Those other places might let you pick the roll instead, but that tends to also be limited to a spicy tuna roll, california roll, etc. Nigiri Combo and Chef's Choice Hosomaki: - maguro, hamachi, sake, umi masu - decent/good - kurodai - the dark horse of the bunch, the sear was pretty strong and led to a very smoky flavor. Not sure how others would feel about this, but I loved this one - hotate - sweet but somewhat fishy, I've had better but still good - toro - rich as expected - chef's choice hosomaki (hamachi) - very good, nori was fragrant After the nigiri combo, I ordered an additional negitoro hosomaki which was pretty good, but I wouldn't get it again just due to the inherently price of toro. I will definitely go back here when I'm in the mood for nigiri and makizushi. The fish is good, but the rice is also good and seasoned properly. I can't identify if they're using akazu (vinegar) as mentioned in recent review because I'm too noob and akazu is typically too expensive for me though. read more

Mujiri - Nigiri combo and hamachi hosomaki - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

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just amazing quality sushi at an affordable price. I am so happy I live nearby! this is a must-try in the bay area! read more

Mujiri - nigiri combo - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

After seeing Mujiri on social media for years since we were deep in the pandemic, it stayed on my bucket list for the longest time. I finally had a chance to go by for a dinner date with cousins. The place is small and intimate; either make a reservation or expect to wait for a bit (utilize Yelp Waitlist!). With 2-hour dining limits, they are doing their best to allow as many patrons to experience their food. We all ordered the Mujiri Combo - chef's choice 7 piece nigiri and 1 sushi roll. Hands down, AMAZING. You can tell right off the bat how fresh their fish is and how much care they put into each of their pieces. Literal poetry in a meal. We topped our dinner off with some warm sake and sake cocktails. The service was incredible; they continued to check on us throughout our meal and made sure our water cups were full while we continued to catch up over years of not seeing each other. We will be back! Street and lot parking are readily available all over the Downtown Hayward area; do a quick search of the area to see where to go! read more

By far our most favorite sushi in east bay, and the other one is the Emeryville branch :) Every fish was so fresh and tasty. The sushi chefs are amazing! We were admiring how they diligently crafted this beautiful food art, tasting as good as they look! The restaurant is cozy just like their other branch. We were extremely lucky to be seated right away. We look forward to coming back soon! read more

Mujiri - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

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Best portion for price, hands down. $25 for the set! Small and cozy little nook serving yummy nigiri. I finished the entire set, miso soup ($5) & chanwanmushi ($5) and it was so fulfilling. Parking sucks, all street parking. Fast friendly service. Thank you! read more

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I ordered Mujiri to-go and was honestly really impressed. First thing I noticed was the packaging -- everything was super clean, secure, and just really well put together. It almost felt too nice for takeout. I got the nigiri combo and added ikura, Santa Barbara uni, and snow crab (zuwai kani). Everything tasted really fresh, simple, and well done. Nothing felt rushed or sloppy, which I really appreciated. I've been lowkey looking for a Sugarfish-type spot in the Bay, and this is probably the closest I've had so far. Honestly... it might even be a little better. I also tried the green tea cheesecake. It was good, just not amazing, and definitely on the smaller side (very cute portion lol). I've heard the lemon one is better, so I'll try that next time. Overall, really solid. I'd definitely order again. read more

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I'm a fan. I would like to come here more often. I came across Mujiri on Tiktok, and sent it to my friend. We decided on the Hayward location since it was between our houses. Mujiri is really close to Bart in downtown Hayward and is only a 10 min walk from the Hayward Bart station. The walk wasn't bad at all. Not dangerous. Very nice architecture. I arrived at Mujiri around 1:20PM on Saturday and it not crowded! I thought it would be due to the reviews and already had made a a reservation. My party and I each ordered a Nigiri Combo Set that came with Maki. The server kindly told me what each fish was and I took notes on what I liked: Salmon Yellowtail Amberjack Artic Char Black Snapper Scallop Toro Yellowtail Maki Thank you server, because I now know what fish I like. This is such a great deal, and I would highly recommend coming. I surprisingly liked this place more than Aji Kiji. Can't wait to come back. So worth. read more

Mujiri - Nigiri Combo - Japanese Near Me - Hayward, California

Yes, I finally made it here! I guess we are finally branching out of San Leandro and Castro Valley and continuing to go south. Quality/Quantity - Wow, I mean wow. The quality of food here is amazing! The reviews are accurate. Today we got the following: Nigiri Combo - Maguro (big eye tuna), Hamachi (yellowtail), Sake (salmon), Kanpachi (amberjack), Kuroda (black snapper), Hotate (hokkaido scallop) and finally Toro (bluefin fatty tuna). All of which were so fresh, tender, and flavorful. Also good textures. Spicy Tuna Maki - This melted in our mouth! So tender and flavorful. Kanpyo Hosomaki - First time trying this. Pickled and dry gourd strips. Again, pretty good. Do keep in mind that you are here for quality, NOT quantity! We are light eaters, so just the right amount of food for us. Oh, and the ginger was so flavorful also. I had to ask for more. Sorry, no happy hour. Atmosphere - Very small local business. Not busy at all. Well, it is a late Tuesday night. Indoor seating only. Approximately 5-6 tables, and a small sushi bar seating area. Probably another 5-6 seats. Free 4 hour public parking around the corner. Clean unisex restroom, all the way in the back. But it was nice to walk by the open kitchen. Service - Good. QR code ordering, so almost self service. He did offer me an old paper menu, but gave the disclaimer that it may not be accurate. I made the QR code work... Price - $47 + tip. Reasonably priced for what we got. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success at this location since 2023. And your Oakland location since 2020. read more

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