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    4.2 (103 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Chirashi bowl
    Maddie W.

    This spot has a beautiful interior and service was impeccable. We arrived around 11:15am on a Sunday and it was quiet and peaceful. We both tried the chirashi bowl and loved it! The fish quality is very solid. I usually am not a big fan of tuna, but this one was super fresh and not fishy at all. Usually tuna is on the mushier side, but this one was so glossy and firmer like salmon. There was so much care in preparing this and it shows! Beautiful presentation and love that it included radish, lemon, and lime slices. The variety of fish is also well noting. There were 2 that were seared. I'd recommend eating the mackerel near the end since it's a stronger flavor and can overpower the others. Highly recommend trying this spot! It's a great balance between an elevated lunch or dinner spot without breaking the bank.

    Chiraishi
    Daphne D.

    My husband and I came here for our anniversary. We wanted someplace fancy, but didn't want to leave Davis. We didn't have a reservation and it was semi-busy so there was a wait as expected. Pleasantly surprised when they checked in on us during the wait (which didn't feel that long) and offered us bottled water while we waited! Not at all expected and such a nice touch! I enjoyed the quiet ambience and the fresh flowers at the table. Service was very quick! The waitress recommended a drink (I think it was yuzu jello shot?) that was very good! It felt like an adult boba drink. :) I ordered the chiraishi since that's my go to whenever I don't want to think. Everything in it was delicious and fresh with just the right ratio of rice to fish. And I normally don't enjoy the seaweed salad these come with because of the fishy taste, but this was a very clean tasting seaweed salad. Husband got chicken katsu curry and he enjoyed it. It had a little spice to it. No pic cuz it tasted better than it looked. There's a parking lot literally across the street so even though it's downtime, parking won't be terrible. Overall, it's a nice place to go to if you want to spend a little more for a nice night out in Davis.

    Tartare with taro chips
    J A.

    Fancy and fresh! The fish was delicious, and every roll was beautifully prepared and full of flavor. You can really taste the quality in each bite. The presentation was just as impressive as the taste, making the whole experience feel special. A great place to celebrate special occasions. If you're in Davis and craving sushi, this spot is definitely worth checking out!

    Echigo Premium Red Ale
    Monica C.

    This restaurant was no disappointment. Walking in you can boldly see it was an upscale establishment. The lighting shown on all the finer details within. There were fresh flowers on every table, topped off water glasses with a small dish of soy sauce. The food was phenomenal. We ordered Truffle Himachi, Ikura with Quail Egg, Sunset Roll, and the Hwy 80 Roll. For the drinks, a Cucumber Cooler and archivo Premium Ale. The pictures will make your mouth water. I also recommend each patron request Ponsu Sauce and Unagi sauce for dipping, you won't regret it. The staff was so very friendly and never let our waters or our dirty dishes sit. A few downsides. This is an upscale restaurant where you pay premium prices for food and at the very least on an evening service I'd expect cloth napkins instead of paper. When I went to the restroom at the end of our meal, I saw both stalls that had broken toilet paper dispensers and had to compensate with a small toilet paper stand. One stall even had an out of order sign but was unlocked. Kinda disappointing when each table is possibly spending over $150.

    Matcha IPA
    Brian G.

    Wanted to try Show Izakaya since they opened. They get pretty packed on the weekends so we had to wait half an hour for a seat. Miso soup: A Very good Miso soup! Lots of seaweed and tofu. Salad: B Had a sweet miso dressing, I thought it was pretty good. Chicken karaage: B- Decent, big chunks of chicken. The coating they use is flower so it's not as crispy as the ones made with potato/corn starch. I like the spicy mayo they serve it with though. Chicken yakitori: B+ Slightly sweet from the marinade/sauce and quite juicy. It has green onion on the skewer as well that goes well with the chicken. Chicken katsu curry: B- Curry tastes good. The chicken could have used some more salt. It was very tender though. Saba shioyaki: A Loved this mackerel! Easily my favorite dish here. Served with grilled lettuce which was kind of weird but I like the fish and the sauce. Edamame: C+ We didn't order this but they gave us a massive bowl of edamame that had garlic and chilies on it. It was alright. Service is pretty good here and rather attentive. It's a bit pricey but I'd say the quality of food is good when compared with other Japanese restaurants in Davis.

    Table decor
    Elaine K.

    This is probably the best place to go for Ramen in the YOLO County area. Ambiance is very pleasant as the decor is very modern and very clean. The service was very good. The only hiccup we had was getting the wrong bill. Ramen was very flavorful and the gyoza was pretty tasty. I would definitely come back here for Ramen but not sushi. My husband and daughter didn't really like the sushi.

    Crunch crab wraps
    Adriana S.

    Excellent food in taste, quality and appearance. Great services with professional and friendly staff. It was a bit formal environment, but very cozy and welcoming. Prices are good as well!

    chicken yakitori
    Ester L.

    came looking for a simple meal and food was pretty average. the basic rolls are not exceptional in taste or size. everything was bit underwhelming for the price - we got the steak teriyaki, philadelphia roll, king california roll, and chicken yakitori because they were out of sasami yakitori. my king california roll had a shell in it. both rolls were a bit too fatty and also inconsistent in size which I wasn't expecting. miso soup and salad for the teriyaki were pretty good. chicken yakitori was an insanely bad choice as it was super basic and $10 for four chunks of chicken. the best item was the steak teriyaki, with various vegetables and a good amount of steak. but I noticed that they don't give you a choice of doneness so we got well done with one slightly rarer piece. the steak itself was half tough + fatty pieces and half tender, so that's even more inconsistency. ambiance was pretty good and the service was polite but super inefficient. we waited fifteen minutes in between ordering and getting the miso soup/salad, then fifteen minutes for our food, and then after eating it took thirty minutes for the check to be processed, AND we had to get up to get a random server's attention to even ask. this restaurant is like mid food, pretty quality ingredients and okay taste but with massive shrinkflation to account for the location/interior. if you want to have a fancy date for the sake of having a fancy date, come here. don't come here if you're into satisfying, well-executed cheap eats because you won't find any of that here.

    Hwy 80 Roll
    Jodi T.

    Stopped by since it look swanky. It's a very nice date spot but kinda pricey for college students. Our waitress was great! Super friendly and attentive. Hiyayakko - 10/5 stars - this is one of the best tofu dishes I've ever had, the tofu was very good and the sauce was strong in umami Hwy 80 Roll - 5/5 - loved this roll! Everything tasted fresh and it was not very spicy, the unagi was very well made Overall, great place to go on a date but it is pricey!

    Matcha IPA Beer
    Sylvia D.

    Food was delicious and amazing. This place is a gem and I would strongly recommend the hamachi truffles. The service was great and attentive. Ambiance gives a fine dining vibe and very clean. It wasn't busy when we came, but I would recommend calling and recommend making a reservation by calling the restaurant.

    Inside
    Jenavieve Z.

    Modern blended with traditional. The menu has a lot of modern twists and takes on Japanese cuisine without losing respect for traditional techniques and recipes. Best of both worlds. We got two cocktails. Tokyo linen and yuzu margarita. Tokyo linen stays out a little more with a more distinct and unique flavor profile but the yuzu margarita is super good as well. For food we got: Ankimo: monkfish liver. It's served with avocado and crisps. The combination over a textural contrast as ankimo and avocados are creamy and rich. Hotate nigiri and uni nigiri: both fresh and beautifully presented! Love! Sashimi platter: chefs choice. This offered me an opportunity to learn about new fish. We were able to enjoy some premium cuts with its according accompaniment. Dynamite roll: it's got Deep Fried Shrimp, Crab Salad, Spicy Tuna, Scallop, Tobiko. Everything I love in one roll. This is a hit for me love it. The place is clean and nicely decorated. Service is friendly and fast. They are also very knowledgeable when we had questions on which fish is which. I would say the quality and taste justifies the high price point. Perhaps not my everyday sushi spot but definitely a special treat worthy kinda place!

    Hojicha basque cheesecake and black sesame pudding

    Parents stopped by to visit me at school and happened to choose an amazing spot! Each dish was super fresh and looked amazing. The service was great--all the way down to the pace at which the dishes came out. My water was refilled more times than I can count, and the deserts were a great surprise at the end too! The interior is super bright and clean. During the spring they have a 9-course omakase special if that interests you. Would definitely recommend for a special occasion!

    Black garlic tonkatsu ramen
    Michelle D.

    Best ramen I have ever had. I ventured in for lunch on a rainy day, just steps from my hotel and ordered the black garlic tonkotsu ramen. The pork was crispy. They included plenty of vegetables like corn, bean sprouts, and seaweed. Their house tea is a jasmine tea with roasted barley for only two dollars. Lovely ambience and service.

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    Came to My Burma with my boyfriend and his family for an early lunch. We had our pups with us and…read morewe got to sit outside! Our waitress was very friendly and offered our dogs watered and after getting our food, came and checked up on us even though it started getting pretty busy and packed. We did family style and got a few things to try! 1. Salt and pepper calamari 2. Platha and coconut chicken curry dip 3. Garlic noodles with tofu 4. Combination fried rice 5. Burmese chicken curry potatoes 6. Burmese style pad thai with shrimp 7. Garlic and chili shrimp 8. Lemongrass salmon Everything was delicious! I would say the platha and coconut chicken curry dip, Burmese chicken curry potatoes, and the Burmese style pad Thai with shrimp were my favorite out of the bunch. I would come back again if I'm in Davis!

    TLDR: Excellent Burmese food -- get the Tea Leaf Salad, Sesame Chicken, Coconut Rice, and Pad Thai…read more Dogs welcome on the patio. Can't believe it took me this long to write a review for My Burma. Long overdue. The food is excellent and I keep coming back. A few dishes worth calling out specifically: the Tea Leaf Salad, Sesame Chicken, Coconut Rice, and the Pad Thai. Haven't been able to get to anything else on return trips. One note if you're a heat seeker -- the Pad Thai doesn't get very spicy, even when requested. I like extreme heat, so factor that in accordingly. Most people will find it perfectly seasoned. On my last visit I tried the black rice pudding with ice cream. Don't skip it if dessert is on your radar. Dogs are welcome on the patio, which is a great perk. One thing to be aware of: the gate can be a little tricky to navigate -- something to keep in mind if you or anyone in your group has mobility challenges. My Burma has my business. Highly recommend.

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    4.6(648 reviews)
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    Walking around downtown Davis, hunger struck & I was on the prowl for some good eats. A quick Yelp…read moresearch produced Good Friends Hawaiian Poke as a good lead w/ a high rating & relatively healthier fare for takeout. Walking in, it's a bright & clean space. Service ordering at the counter was friendly & patient as I looked over the menu. I eventually zeroed in on the Zesty Flavored Salmon under the Specials/ Rice Bowls. It didn't take long. Handing me the packed to-go container, I immediately noticed its heft. There was a lot of food crammed in there. As soon as I was back in my room, I peeled open the lid to get at the goodies inside. My 1st observation was that there was lot of salmon. A bunch of fresh veggies too. For being on the menu as a rice bowl, there was exactly the right amount of rice underneath everything else. This definitely was not a case of too much rice being added as an empty calories filler. All in all, it was quite tasty. Indeed, even zesty. & enormously filling. Just a massive bowl of delicious salmon/ veg/ rice w/ a sauce that tied it all together. In this economy, Good Friends Hawaiian Poke is a great value. Whenever I'm hungry in Downtown Davis, I'll be back.

    When I first tried Good Friends Hawaiian Poke, I ordered the cooked salmon and honestly did not…read morelike it at all. I left thinking I probably would not come back. But I ended up going again with a friend and decided to try something different, and I am so glad I did. I got the ahi tuna and salmon, and I fell in love. I used to be one of those people who would not eat raw fish, but after trying their poke, that completely changed for me. Now I always go for the bomb salmon and tuna and add my own toppings, and it is so good every time. The flavors are fresh, well balanced, and just hit in a way the cooked option never did for me. Overall, I am really glad I gave this place a second chance because it completely changed my perspective. If you are unsure about raw fish like I was, I definitely recommend trying it here.

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    4.4(47 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    I just have to leave this super positive review for you guys. You're seriously amazing. I love your…read moresushi. It's honestly the first place that comes to mind when I think about sushi, no question. And just to put it in perspective, I literally drive here all the way from Sacramento. What can I say about the sushi? It's absolutely incredible. Today I tried a new spicy shrimp roll. I don't exactly remember the name, but wow, it was so good. Overall, your sushi is just 10/10. I also noticed you've added drinks since the last time I was here. It's been a while, so I didn't know about that, but I love it. I'm really into drinks like that. And they look just as perfect in real life as they do in pictures. Another 10/10. The only small thing I'd maybe suggest is working a little bit on the interior. But honestly, the atmosphere is still great. It really gives that cozy, homey vibe with a nice touch of Asian culture. I've been coming here since back when Davis Sushi & Fusion was in downtown Davis, and I'm genuinely so happy to see you growing. Your menu is much bigger now, and that's really cool to see. I wish you all the best. Places like this definitely deserve to be everywhere. By the way, I'm originally from Ukraine, but I absolutely love Asian cuisine. It's honestly a hundred times better than any fast food. Customer service: 10/10 Everyone is super friendly, open, and just genuinely nice people. ^~^

    A small, hole-in-the-wall restaurant that specializes in takeout sushi options. I opted to dine in…read moreand order the Chicken Katsu-don, costing me $16.99. The dish is made up of the curry, a fried, chicken cutlet, and a bed of white rice. While there was nothing necessarily wrong with the quality of my dish, nothing in particular made it stand out. The curry wasn't exactly too flavorful, but the chicken cutlet was breaded quite well. For its price point, I expected either a larger portion size or better quality of food, as you could find better quality chicken katsu curry at a similar, or even cheaper price point within Davis. It took around 15-20 minutes for my dish to come out, although the service was friendly throughout my entire visit. The greatest highlight of my experience were the desserts/drinks that are created on a daily basis, in-house. The strawberry matcha was quite overpowering, as you could taste more of the strawberry bits as opposed to the matcha. The vietnamese coffee was extremely delicious, as it was sweet, yet not overbearing! The real star of the show was the banana pudding, at a perfect balance of sweetness, consistency, and price! I got the banana pudding for $5, making it an incredible, gourmet dessert!

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    4.9(227 reviews)
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    Wow, I really loved this experience! It didn't feel like they were just serving sushi and moving…read moreon. They actually took the time to explain the dishes, where certain ingredients came from, why they pair flavors a certain way, and how everything was prepared. I also loved the ambiance. It felt intimate and had the traditional Omakase feel that made the entire experience feel even more personal. You can tell there's real passion behind what they do. Everything felt thoughtful and intentional, and the chefs and staff were so welcoming the entire time. It honestly felt like an adventure and something different from a typical dinner experience. I left feeling like I got to experience the story behind the food, not just the meal.

    My husband and I came here for the petite omakase experience and decided to come back to try their…read more full omakase menu. The omakase felt really thoughtful from start to finish, with each course carefully paced and beautifully presented. You can tell the chef puts a lot of intention into every bite. The fish was incredibly fresh--everything melted in your mouth--and there was a great balance of flavors throughout the meal. Some pieces were simple and clean, while others had unique touches that made them stand out without being overpowering. The atmosphere was intimate and calm, which made it perfect for really enjoying the experience. Sitting at the counter and watching the chef prepare each dish added a special touch. Definitely would recommend to anyone looking for a high quality omakase restaurant in town .

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