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4.6 (80 reviews)
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8 Piece Omakase Nigiri
Claire C.

Making this my new go to sushi spot! I recently moved to the area from the marina and have been looking to explore new restaurants. We went to Sancha on a Friday night around 7pm and were seated immediately. The dark rooms with bright neon lightning give a nice chill night out vibe. Perfect for dinner with friends or a casual date night. I got chives- 5/5!!!! I saw pictures of this on Yelp and it looked so delicious I had to order it. One of the best dishes of the night for sure! The fish is so thick and fatty. It's on the saltier side because of the salt block, but it felt very fitting for this dish Scallop tofu pocket- 5/5!!! I've never had a tofu pocket before and this might be one of my new favorite dishes. There was a perfect balance of scallop, rice, and tofu in every bite Mom's right roll- 5/5 a super filling roll with a burst of flavor in every bite. 8 piece omakase nigiri- 5/5 they're very generous with their fish portions and I LOVE it Waitstaff is wonderful as well! We wanted to sit longer and digest with our tea, but there was a reservation waiting for our table. They asked if we could drink our tea in their pool/ ping pong room which we did not mind at all because it was such a cute space! Seems like it might be under utilized though as it's in the back, and there's a sign that says it's for guests who are waiting for their tables. Overall a fantastic experience with delicious sushi. Looking forward to trying the rest of the menu!

Vegan Tuna Pocket (2 orders), Pass the Dutchie, Large Vegan Rainbow Roll
Virginia V.

Great experience - it's a hole in the wall with a neon "vegan sushi" sign, really close to the bus stop. It's cozy and warm, where you order at the front (no cash, no tip) and you can even grab a drink from the fridge to order. Then you choose a seat of your choosing for them to bring it out. We as a group of 4 got three vegan rolls and 4 tofu pockets, which was the perfect amount. We wanted a variety of vegan options, so this place was perfect for us. The staff was so nice, bringing us hot tea and extra soy sauce. They brought everything out fast. Note: When we went for dinner on Saturday, the menu seems to change as it's a much smaller selection from previous menu pics online. Only rolls, bowls and appetizers. No okamase or nigiri options. It's possible that might still be available to order if you ask! :) FOOD - Vegan rainbow roll - Vegan Golden Gate - Vegan Pass the Dutchie - Vegan tuna pockets (comes in two)

Ume Shiso Maki
Ruhi S.

5 stars? No. TEN STARS!! This place is definitely a gem and surprised me on all basis. With a small, dark, moody interior-- this place is serving the most vibrant, tantalizing, and unique rolls. I tried the Ume Shisho roll which was clearly marked for expert eaters -- and it was true. This roll is extremely sour and minty and isn't for those who don't like those flavors. I also tried the Chefs Choice Roll and got surprised by a HUGE mysterious, delicious, and crunchy roll. This place is just one of those that you have to trust the stars and try for yourself.

8 Piece Omakase Nigiri
Dina G.

$32 for 8 piece sushi seems like a good value. Salmon, Maguro, Toro, Hamachi, Walu, Uni, Ankimono and Albacore. I loved the ankimono. The uni was very nice. The yellowtail was smooth and flavorful, the butterfish very smoky and very buttery. The tuna, salmon, and albacore were typical "sushi", as expected, nothing more. Same with the salmon avocado roll. (I found the rice a bit gummy.) TBH, I probably wouldn't come back here, as I don't live in the neighborhood and all the sushi felt kind of average/typical quality to me -- nothing special. But it was filling, hit the spot at the right time, and the server was extremely friendly. And I love when an Omakase menu puts on more unusual pieces like uni and ankimono. So perhaps give it a try?

Shreha J.

The PERFECTTTTT spot for a large group dinner, plenty of options for vegetarians and vegans, and a really fun spot!! I went there for my birthday dinner and they gave us the two back rooms so we had a private dinner! There was even a backdrop and photo booth set up. There was a pool table in the back room that we could use as well. This was a very nice surprise as we didn't ask for it, but if you have a large party they will likely put you here! The food was SOOOOO GOOD TOO. I am vegetarian so I really enjoyed having so many options to chose from - they had an entire vegan menu separate. They also have a regular menu. Their liger roll is lit up with fire and super popular - it is very saucy snd everyone loved it. For the vegans, I loooooved their daniel san! I was not a huge fan of the rainbow roll but everything else was delicious. Presentation and service were fantastic. We had an amazing time. I can't wait to be back, I need to try the vegan tuna!!!

49ers Roll (top) ,Moms Right (bottom)
Suzi Z.

Happened upon this quaint little restaurant while looking for food in the area. I wasn't too sure what to expect due to the few reviews. My friend and I ordered the 49'ers and the Mom's Right rolls. They were both priced very appropriately in my opinion, and were quite large and filling. The 49'ers tasted fresh and had generous amounts of salmon, while the mom's right roll was rich and buttery. Both were delicious in different ways, and definitely satisfied our sushi craving. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive and there was even a pool table in the back! Would definitely return if I am ever in the area.

Video game and pool table area
Apoorva R.

Recently got to try their sushi and it was pretty good (not my favorite though). They have 3 full pages of vegan/ vegetarian dishes. We ordered sweet potato pocket, vegan rainbow roll and lox roll. Everything tasted delicious but I found both sushi rolls we ordered to be pretty much similar tasting. The service was nice and quick! Ambiance was nice too! The main dining area leads to a back area where they have a pool table and a ping pong table with lounge setting and some video games. Kind of felt like a little hidden secret room. We went during lunch hours and there was not much rush!

49ers Roll
Auranelle M.

Sancha Sushi is one of my favorite family owned Japanese restaurants! They have sushi AND vegan sushi! As a sushi fan, both are immensely tasty and filled with flavor. I'm allergic to crab (sad, I know!) but luckily this place is able to satiate my crabby cravings. Food - I ordered 1) 49ers Roll $19 that comes with king salmon, avocado, Fuji apple, onion chips for crunch topped with lemon zest, sesame seed and house ponzu olive oil blend (wow!). The lemon zest definitely gives a fresh taste to the sushi. 2) Vegan Deep Fried Cali Roll $20 - again, I'm allergic to crab so this one excited me. I haven't had "real" crab in years, but the sushi was crunchy, filling, and seasoned well. Ambiance and setting was cozy and nice. They also have a separate room in the back to hang out and play games. Customer service was also excellent and attentive. Overall, portions are filling and great for its price. I am a regular customer here and I clearly enjoy the food and atmosphere. Would recommend this place to all people and it's great vegan people can also have the option to dine here.

bottom: Rainbow Roll, top: Moms Right
Christi K.

4.3 nice atmosphere, friendly waiter (it's a good date spot). My ranking of rolls: 1. Rainbow roll - classic, fish tasted fresh. 2. Mom's right - I'm not a big fan of butterfish as it makes a sushi also taste like butter. It's an interesting, feels novel. 3. Liger roll - a little too saucy and just a lot going on. Wasn't as good as the other rolls

Moms Right roll, Vegan Crab Pocket & Yam Tempura Hand Roll
Cyril B.

Food is amazing! We tried both vegan and non-vegan, everything was absolutely flavorful and textures hit just right. The whole place is an unexpected vibe. From the outside you'd think it's a small spot but once you step foot inside there are plenty of seats in the back. The lighting is dim and creates a comfortable atmosphere for a date night or group outing with friends. What's even more surprising is there is another area even further back, behind the bathrooms. There is a ping pong table, game sole, pool table and a couch. Nice lounge area to hang out and chill.

Vegan dragon roll
Misan H.

Great sushi restaurant with lots of vegan options! Although this is not an exclusive vegan spot they have a separate vegan menu! We ordered a little bit of everything and shared: Vegan tuna pocket - the vegan tuna was close to tuna in texture however it tasted bitter to me Vegan crab pocket - not bad but nothing mind blowing Vegan deep fried Cali roll - one of my favorites Vegan dragon roll - the sauce was on point Vegan rainbow roll - I think the top was pumpkin or some sort of mashed squash but I wasn't a fan The restaurant inside isn't crazy big but it's dim and has a cool vibe. Service was quick and friendly. Only issue I see is with parking since it's street parking only and it's right off of Market st.

Butterfish Sashimi Appetizer ($18)
Jeffrey Z.

The restaurant has a plethora of vegan options. The sushi was high quality, with fresh and great tasting fish. The butterfish sashimi appetizer was not worth the price. I would recommend steering towards their rolls for better value for money. (Tip: The "Mom's Right" roll has just as much butterfish as a topping, and is cheaper than the sashimi. If you want to try butterfish and like sushi rolls, I highly recommend it) Their vegan rolls are excellent. We tried both the "mountain" and "dragon". Both were filling and had delicious sauce on top. The dragon was our personal favorite. The rolls with fish (49ers and Moms Right) were really delicious as well, with generous portions of fresh fish. All-in per-person price: $40 (enough to cover 2 rolls per person) Fullness level: Really full Food quality: Great Atmosphere: Dim lighting, dark furniture, fairly loud and bustling din during the dinner rush (7:30 pm) Wait time: less than 10 minutes, but we got lucky and right as we sat down, a large line formed Service: Friendly, but could be more attentive I would definitely come here again to try more of their rolls!

Bow to your sensei   Double avocado roll  Vegan Cali Handroll
maria s.

It's such a joy to have found Sancha Sushi. As a vegan it's a struggle to find a place that has a cozy, and comfortable ambience. Excellent customer service! We ordered sushi. It was very good, we loved it! Good value, filling portions. We had a lot of fun playing at the ping pong and pool tables. We are coming back for more!

DELIVERY: BYO Chirashi w/ sake, hamachi, hokkaido uni, 1/2 salad, 1/2 rice | $30 (added Toro for $20)

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