This meal was excellent! My partner and I ate here recently and were blown away by everything we…read moreate. The service was great and felt very intentional, with each dish coming out one by one so we could savor everything individually. We started our meal with marinated mackerel toasts. These were life changing! The flavor was incredible. I wish we had ordered 20 more. Next we had the snow crab miso begna cauda. The broccoli was roasted nicely, and the dip was rich and full of flavor. After that, we had the wagyu cutlets. These were nice and crispy, but we could have skipped this one. Next we had an order of clams, and two skewers (bluefin tuna and lamb). Finally, we got the uni carbonara pasta, which was creamy yet light. We were feeling a little hungry still, so at the last second we ordered the beef tongue and the sweet potato brulee for dessert. The beef tongue was delicious! We ordered it because we saw a nearby table had ordered it, and it looked amazing. It did not disappoint! The flavor was perfect, and the beef melted in our mouths. These sweet potato brulee was also exceptional! I would absolutely recommend Kiraku for your next night out!

Had dinner at Kiraku last week. It was a big disappointment!…read more During the pandemic, my husband and I found this restaurant for take out. Everything we ordered was delicious. One of my husband's favourites was the fish porridge. However, after a few times, they decided not to make it anymore. It's a shame cause it was their best dish even though my husband normally doesn't like porridge, he thinks they made the porridge so good that he can give it an exception! Fast forward to last week, we decided to give Kiraku a try again - dine in. I noticed that they have quite a strict policy in reservation (if we don't show up, they automatically charge a fee and we have to spend at least $50 pp like other high end restaurants which I guess it's ok because it's hard to do business nowadays). When we arrived, we were greeted and seated right away. The restaurant was very small, obviously all the tables were very small as well. There was hardly any room for the wait staff to walk/move around and my head/arm got hit a couple of times by their elbows. That was not the worst though. The place was so loud that we could not hold a conversation. I felt that my ears and my head were hurting by all the noise from people talking and the sound of the dishes clinking. However, that still was not the worst! We looked at the menu, my husband doesn't eat raw stuff (I did tell him that they have lots of cooked items). I asked the wait staff what kind of fresh sashimi they have since I have a craving. She told me they have blue fin tuna. I was so excited so I placed that order. Here comes the break down of my disappointment: 1. Blue fin tuna, turned out that they actually didn't have. So I had to choose either salmon sashimi or torched mackerel. I don't like to order salmon sashimi since most of the salmon restaurants serve is not wild caught so the farm raised salmon often tastes fishy. I decided to order the torched mackerel at the wait staff suggested. It was a big mistake....the mackerel was so fishy that I couldn't finish the whole thing. My husband ordered the chicken karaage and the snow crab with torched cabbage which were only ok, we also had the tender beef tongue skewer which was good, black cod miso which my husband said I cook that one much better, we also had jumbo squid and gyoza which were only ok. Our dessert was probably the best - the sweet potato brûlée. We have decided to scratch this restaurant off our dining list because the food was just not good enough for us to give it another try! I guess I am spoiled by the excellent Japanese food in Singapore, Japan and Australia, this place just cannot compare to any of the places we had but I am sure I can find other better Japanese restaurants in California!

Sushi is always fresh and prices are very reasonable! I went there after my graduation and was able…read moreto get a table easily day of

I have walked by this place many times. So decided to try it out the service was good. The food was…read moregood. I give it a four because the windows and the entrance of the door desperately needs a window cleaner! Inside the tables were clean.

Actually made it to the berekley location for lunch and it was great! They only have counter seats…read moreand was surprised most of the people take it to go. They didnt rush us and allowed us to take our time so I was happy about that. It seems like most of the people are buying take out and I can see why. Service was pretty good and the sushi was really tasty. I wish they were more of a set down resturant with more tables but I can see why the setup is like this. There are just too many restaurants with too many competitions.

I really mess with the wasabi here but the price point leaves much to be desired. I got the nigiri…read moreset with 5 pieces of nigiri and 4 salmon and 4 hamachi, alongside the Alaska roll and an avocado roll and it cost me $40. The sushi was okay, best was the scallop piece of nigiri. Service was really nice! I also liked the presentation. They do charge a fee on top of credit cards, I think 2% per regular and 3.45% on AMEX.

Amazing food and service plus they were sooooooooooo nice. We got the gyoza and a California roll…read moreand it was enough for the two of us to be full with a drink. You have to try it!!!

I just tried this spot and I have to say it was good. I went with the basic roll which is…read moreCalifornia Roll. Didn't taste bad at all, tasted fresh. The restaurant is so small which is great. They're on Snackpass so you can order ahead. I wouldn't mind going back to try out other rolls. My nephew got the Raider's roll and it was his second time and he loved it as well. I think they give you a lot for the right price which is definitely appreciated these days. They have drinks to purchase like Ramune sodas, regular sodas, etc.

Peppery, crispy, satisfying curry…read more My rice was shy of the correct quantity of water by a little-- which kept the rice from being super plump, sticky, and delicious. The tonkatsu I ordered, the breading didn't have that nice traditional air space and fluffiness that typical Japanese technique--- O well-- it's across from campus and it's super convenient and quick! Runs like $17-18

Popped in for a quick lunch since this location is super convenient for anyone near campus. I…read moreordered the chicken katsu curry and a five-piece side of karaage. The curry tasted similar to Japanese curry made at home with store-bought curry cubes, which I mean as a compliment. It was comforting and familiar, though there was much more sauce than carrots or potatoes, so eating it with rice is essential. The chicken katsu had a nicely crisp crust, but the meat itself--likely chicken breast--was unfortunately quite dry. The karaage, on the other hand, was delicious. The chicken, probably thigh meat, was well seasoned, juicy, and coated in a crispy, flavorful batter. I think the katsu would be much better if they used the same type of meat as the karaage. Overall, I'd come back for the karaage, but the chicken katsu curry is probably something you could make better at home.

Here's a version that mentions your takeout order through Caviar:…read more I ordered takeout from KoJa Kitchen through Caviar, and everything arrived fresh, hot, and well-packaged. The food was full of flavor, and the quality was just as good as dining in. My order was accurate, the portions were satisfying, and the pickup and delivery process was smooth. I'll definitely be ordering from KoJa Kitchen again when I'm craving a delicious, convenient meal. This version is suitable for posting on Caviar, Google, or Yelp. Check out the Soy Garlic Wings.

I'm a gym guy who follows a pretty strict diet, so Koja Kitchen's chicken rice bowl is always one…read moreof my go-to orders when I eat out. It's packed with grilled chicken, rice, fresh vegetables, and you can even add an egg for some extra protein. It checks all the boxes for a meal that's filling, nutritious, and still full of flavor. The service has consistently been friendly and efficient, even during busier times. My food has always come out quickly, and the staff has been welcoming whenever I've stopped by. The restaurant itself has a clean, modern, and casual atmosphere that makes it a great spot whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or sitting down to enjoy your meal. Overall, it's one of my favorite places when I want something healthy without sacrificing taste. 10/10 as always.

It was my first time trying Noodle Dynasty, and it didn't disappoint! The pricing is reasonable for…read morethe very large portion size of noodles, which is definitely shareable or enough to have leftovers. I especially like that there's an option to choose between thin, thick, or rice noodles, as well as different spice levels. The food was fresh and not overly salty. Service was abrupt, but I wouldn't deem it negatively given how busy the place was--the line was out the door when we arrived. We waited 10 minutes to get in, which wasn't unreasonable, and once we ordered, the food came out quickly. The place is very small and seemingly popular. I would definitely come back. Solid 8/10.

Noodle Dynasty is a Berkeley must-try if you're in the area. There's a reason why it is always so…read morecrowded! Since there is fairly limited seating, wait times can be rough, especially if you're going during lunch or dinner rush. I've waited 30-45 minutes before. The restaurant is pretty small so tables are pretty close to each other and it may be difficult to be seated quickly if you're going in with a larger group. That asides, the food as Noodle Dynasty is unmatched. I typically get their noodle soups, which are a massive portion size, & appetizers, such as lamb skewers, spicy wontons, and chinese doughnuts. To this day, I think that the spicy wontons are the best in the area - super flavorful beyond just the chili oil taste. Definitely recommend getting these! You order on a tablet & food comes out so fast. Could not recommend this place enough!

One of my favourite spots to grab a quick, satisfying, and filling lunch near campus! The wait can…read morebe a little longer during peak lunch hours, but you can conveniently order online and pick it up. My go-to is the shrimp katsu onigiri. Their onigiri are huge, and just one is enough to fill me up. The shrimp is fried fresh and tastes delicious every time. I also tried the eel donburi, and the eel was perfectly marinated and cooked. For the quality and portion, the bowl almost feels underpriced. Highly recommend!

Not my cup of tea. The curry flavor was very bland and the egg was overcooked. It's definitely not…read moreauthentic and also very overpriced.

The atmosphere is absolutely gorgeous! The dim lighting, the beautiful bar with the mirror, and the…read moreoutdoor seating and lighting, everything about this place is so beautiful. The service was amazing from the moment we walked in. From the hostess who seated us to our waiter, everyone was so welcoming. Our waiter Vicente, was very attentive, polite and professional. And the food... so fresh, so tasty, and full of flavor! Everything we tried, from the ramen to the bento box and sushi, was delicious. We also ordered a fish dish that was absolutely amazing. I could go on and on! This was my first time eating here, and I will definitely be back! Yummy!!!!

This place was hella expensive. Miso soup wasn't free either - it's like $9 wth! The saikoro bites…read morewas not what I expected either. I was hoping there'd more of a crunch to the sticky rice. It was just okay for me; I wouldn't order it again. The ramen was pretty stacked, which should be the case cuz it was $28. The gindara was definitely the best item for the night. I highly recommend getting that one if you come here. Overall impression for me is this place fits the neighborhood but it's not it for me.

WHEN: Sat @6pm…read more PARKING: There is metered parking around, and is free after 6pm. It may be a bit tricky especially around meal time, but keep circling and you'll find a spot near by enough. This cute little ramen shop has such perfect lighting coming through thanks to thier skylight. We weren't actually hungry so we shared the following: TONKOTSU - $16.50 (Regular) Pork Belly Chashu, Bamboo Shoots, Red Onion, Wood Ear Mushrooms, Green Onion, Ajitama Egg. You get a choice of noodles to pick: 1.) Hakata - Thin Straight 2.) Sapporo - Medium Thick Wavy Figured since it's my first time here, I choose the most basic version of their bowl of ramen. I chose Sapparo and for some reason expected it to be thicker/wider, but regardless it was still good! The presentation of this bowl is just gorgeous, served on a small wooden platter. The red onion is chopped, and the pork Belly is quite tender. Regarding the egg, you get just half. Overall this bowl of ramen is creamy, rich, and the right amount of flavor and salt. But still make sure to drink at least a glass of water! CREAMY CHASHU PORK CROQUETTES - $8.50 I have never seen anything like this so I must give it a try! It actually didn't come out piping hot, so I was able to drive in right away! It was definitely creamy (like ramen) and had pieces of the Chau's pork, encased in a crispy and warm batter that was deep fried. It also comes with a katsu sauce and I really enjoyed it. The staff was friendly and didn't make us feel bad for ordering enough of just one, but man I was so full. Had to walk around downtown Berkeley for awhile.

I really love Tsuruya so writing this review stung a bit. Tsuruya snuck in additional tip amount…read morethe last time we dined here. It was only a couple of dollars more but tip fraud is never acceptable. We rarely deviate from our usual order so the posted transaction felt off to us. We were able to confirm and report to the credit card company. I recommend you guys take pictures of your receipts and verify the transactions. Hope this doesn't happen to y'all!