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    Sushi Koya

    4.3 (893 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Eric Joseph D.

    I have been here a few times with my co workers and it does not disappoint! It's fast and easy and affordable. I usually order the sake Don or three item bento box. The sashimi quality has improved in the past few years but the price has slightly gone up, but I am glad they increased price for quality. I enjoy that any meal starts with a miso soup! The tempura batter is nothing to write home about but it is crispy. I would highly suggest this for a quick lunch or dinner spot. The service was really fast and the ambiance was very casual.

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    Mumtaz P.

    Great food and service. We were seated right away. There's free Tang in the front - nice surprise. We were served miso soup immediately without request. Nice perk - I was so hungry. Which explains the big order. I got the Korean style ribs as an appetizer which was large - 6 big pieces, plus a baked scallop roll. I couldn't finish it. I got a rewards card after paying. With 10 stamps you get $10 off. The tables are close together so other conversations were a bit loud but I guess that depends on the crowd.

    Udon - tasty!
    Kristi H.

    tl;dr Already thinking about the next time I can go! Great variety on the menu, with sashimi, rolls, udon, tempura, and more! The 3 person sashimi & role plate was definitely the star and something I'd come back for. I took my parents here for my father's birthday, and he loved it! We ordered a variety of things, udon, tempura, sashimi, chicken karaage, and a chirashi bowl, and everything was delicious. All the fish was high quality, smooth, no random stringy bits, and not fishy smelling. The portion sizes were great - it never felt that they were skimping out. Sushi Koya is our go to in this area now! We can't wait to go back.

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    Lisa N.

    It was mid for me. Maybe I ordered the wrong sushi rolls? It just didn't hit the spot for me. I love sushi hut it wasn't my fave. From the outside, this place looked kinda small but the inside was bigger than I thought. Limited parking spots though. I parked at McDonald's and walked over. The team here are friendly and welcoming. Decor is so kawaii. I like the loyalty stamp card. For every $20 spent before tax, you get a stamp. 10 visits = $10 off the next bill at Sushi Koya (dinner time only). Great way to incentivize others to revisit. I ordered the Let your Man Go // Crunch Roll (?). Kinda basic and ok. I wasn't blown away. I did do take out and the wait wasn't that bad. The team seems to be efficient. Seems like they get a lot of phone orders too. There is bar seating where you can watch the chef make your rolls. Overall, I would only come back if I was in the area and craving a quick bite for some sushi.

    Negimoto Maki 10/10
    Thalia M.

    Sushi Koya was highly recommended to me by my friend and dare I say--the food did not disappoint. The restaurant itself is pretty spacious however parking is very limited. I'd suggest carpooling if possible! I was pleasantly surprised that they offer miso soup as a complimentary appetizer, which by the way was so good! I really enjoyed having some in between bites as it helped wash down any heaviness from the rolls. We ordered: Negimoto Maki (5/5): I absolutely looove tekka maki as well as yellowtail. So when I saw this, I just had to give it a try. It's a yellowtail maki with green onion. My friend and I both thought that it was super delicious and clean-tasting. We even ordered another plate after! Flaming Dragon (5/5): When they said it would be lit on fire--they REALLY meant it. Not only was the presentation amazing, the roll itself was packed full of flavor. There was a perfect amount of creaminess, smokiness and a little kick. If you know me, I almost never get baked rolls but I'd take this over a Lion King roll anydayyy :) Tokyo Fire (3.8/5): The super crispy tempura shrimp was my favorite part of this roll. Everything else was good but it didn't stand out to me as much as the Flaming Dragon did. 49'er Roll (2.7/5): Unfortunately this roll was lacking on sauce. Normally I don't mind my rolls without sauce but the rice was too mushy for me and it was thickkk. Overall, solid spot for sushi. I'd say it's better than Cha Cha Sushi! Definitely give this place a try, you won't regret it.

    Amanda D.

    Tried Sushi Koya in San Jose and it definitely lived up to the hype Everything tasted super fresh and well-prepared. The fish quality really stood out--clean, buttery, and melted in your mouth. You can tell they take pride in what they serve. The rolls were nicely balanced, not overloaded with rice, and the flavors complemented each other perfectly. Service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, which made the whole experience even better. The vibe inside is cozy and relaxed, perfect for a casual dinner or even a date night. Prices are reasonable for the quality you're getting, especially compared to other sushi spots in the area. Overall, a solid go-to if you're craving fresh sushi in San Jose. I'll definitely be coming back to try more from their menu!

    The Almaden
    Shayla T.

    Walked in on a Friday evening and the wait was about 5 minutes for two people. It was super busy inside but the staff is super friendly and efficient. There is also a complimentary Tang juice bar you can serve yourself! We got The Almaden and Raiders. The Almaden is a roll with seared albacore with garlic sauce. Literally heaven in my mouth. 10/10, I'll be dreaming of this roll. Raiders is a shrimp lover's dream. It's a California roll with imitation crab, tempura shrimp, topped with fresh shrimp. Saucy as well! Overall, awesome experience! Chefs at the bar were conversational and fun. Would come back!

    Flaming Dragon
    Amanda B.

    Best sushi I've had in a long time very fresh and tasty and good miso soup! I'll be back!

    Tokyo Fire & Allen's rolls
    Celyne D.

    Went to Sushi Koya for lunch around 1pm with my husband and honestly did not expect much walking in but wow I was soooo wrong. The place looks small from the outside but once you're inside it's actually very spacious and comfortable. When we arrived it was pretty slow but not long after the restaurant filled up quickly which should have been my first sign that this spot was good. We were greeted and seated immediately which I loved and they also offer complimentary miso soup which was such a nice little touch to start the meal! I love sushi and have tried so many sushi spots but Sushi Koya really stood out. This is one of those places where you don't think it's going to be that great at first but the food is goooood. Like pleasantly surprising good. We ordered a few rolls along with a sushi platter. The Flaming Dragon roll was such a fun experience because it literally flames up right in front of you. You don't see that very often and it was so cool to watch. Because of that the roll had a smoky flavor which was really interesting and different. We also ordered the sushi platter which was the chef's choice of nigiri and it was amazing. The fish pieces were huge fresh and tasted so good. Allen's Roll completely took the cake for me. It was super flavorful and the seaweed salad inside was a huge plus since I love seaweed salad. The Tokyo Fire Roll was okay and not bad at all but it just didn't stand out as much compared to the others. As it got busier there seemed to be only one waitress taking care of everyone so the service was just okay but honestly the food made up for it because we were so full and happy by the end. Overall Sushi Koya is definitely worth checking out if you love sushi and want a place that surprises you. I would absolutely come back and already know what I'd order again next time!

    December 11 decorations
    Lorianne L.

    Strong 4.5 stars for a long overdue update for Sushi Koya! I've brought many people here, including a whole new group tonight, including one person trying Japanese food for the first time. Ever! I made a reservation over the phone a few days ago. The table wasn't ready when I arrived, but the restaurant had plenty of tables, so they quickly pulled two tables together. Our server was friendly, patient, and even took some pictures for us. Even with the varying food preferences, I knew Sushi Koya had plenty of options so everyone would find something to enjoy. 5 out of 7 people tried bento boxes tonight. #Protip--Sushi Koya will let you customize your bento, as one of my friends wanted to get gyoza instead of CA roll in her Bento #2. They said that was not a problem. In addition to multiple bentos, our table got a salmon skin roll, a Saba dinner, CA roll, and a Spicy Tuna roll. Note, the vegetables were tempura, but the shrimp were more of a panko deep fried, not actual tempura. I'm sure why that was, but it was noticeable. Everyone enjoyed their large portions and tasty food. We only had one hiccup with our order, but they fixed it right away. Great job, Sushi Koya! You have 6 more fans after tonight! I looked up my notes, and I have six other visits I didn't update here on Yelp, so I'll get on those soon...

    Chicken Kara-Age
    Vi T.

    I would definitely comeback to Koya for their delicious Lion King Rolls and Deep Fried California Lover. Portion is quite big for the price, they also give complimentary miso soup, love it so much. But I will skip on the chicken karaage and shrimp tempura roll next time, their chicken karaage is more likes orange chicken imo, the batter that they used was definitely not likes any other chicken karaage I had, and seems like they use katsu sauce for dipping which i found so strange. The shrimp tempura roll was average - tasted pretty similar to the one that you get from Safeway at their Deli section just a little bit fresher. I'm honestly think Koya did way better job with their baked/deep fried rolls than regular traditional rolls. Store ambience and decoration is alright, wish it could be a little bit brighter. Service was friendly was food came out fast, parking can be a little bit tricky due to the parking lot structure but they do have their own parking lot.

    Salmon Roll, Philadelphia Roll (8 Pieces), a Flaming Roll

    It's average sushi but clearly a popular restaurant as tables were mostly occupied during our dining. Sushi average - not great but not horrible. Service could be better. We were tucked at the last corner table for 2 and it was difficult to get refill of water. Waitresses would not look up for us to get their attention. We ordered a flaming sushi and the waitress said she would be back. Our flaming sushi flamed out for quite some time before waitress finally came back to do the unveiling. We wanted to order another roll. It was challenging to flag a waitress down - they just would not make eye contact. I am on the fence to go back but my friend likes this place. Just feel there are better sushi places with better service.

    Grace N.

    We stopped by this sushi place few weeks ago and place some take-out orders for dinner. They have a large menu with many varieties and we picked quite a few. The place is small but also offer bar seatings. Staff and service was great and they only had one host/server serving everyone. We all enjoyed our food though the rice was a bit soggy/overcooked. The sashimi quality was not that great but their rolls overall were good. If I live in the area I would come here for their rolls and bento box and unagi. They don't have takoyaki on their appetizer menu though.

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    We had the Koya Signature combination sashimi, sushi and two rolls. Great deal and really filled us up for $80.

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    Ask the Community - Sushi Koya

    Is this AYCE?

    No, it's not an AYCE restaurant.

    I noticed on your online order page that your Regular Beef Teriyaki Bento items (Bento #4, 5, and 6) have been listed as Sold Out for the past 2 months and can't be ordered. Do you still have a beef shortage or is there an error with your website?

    Please come to see .

    Does this business have a private parking lot?

    Yes it does

    Can we make a reservation?

    Sorry, unfortunately we do not accept reservations at our restaurant. It will be first come first served going by our waiting list. All parties must be present before being seated. Thank you.

    Accepting dine in?

    Yes they are.

    Since we moved into the red tier, will Sushi Koya be open for indoor dining soon?

    Restaurants: open indoors at 25% capacity or 100 people, whichever is fewer

    Do you guys have outdoor seating?

    They do not. It is takeout only, but still worth it! Their food is really yummy and the service is always great!

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    Hinodeya Ramen Bar

    Hinodeya Ramen Bar

    4.4
    (1k reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    Oh! I am delightfully full! The rich umami broth really sets this place apart from others. What I…read morereally like about this place is that one may customize the menu depending on dietary concerns (vegan, lactose-free, shellfish allergens etc.), but however one customizes, the quality is fort-rate. Our party consisted of family and friends who had differing dietary concerns, but we were each able to eat delicious ramen without any worries. We started out with some appetizers - the Karaage Chicken and the Umami cucumber. The chicken had a nice crunch, yet the meat was juicy and tender! Nice! I appreciate the matcha salt that came with the chicken, as it added a little extra flavor to the chicken. And the umami cucumbers were joyfully crisp, with a slightly sweet soy sauce base, the sesame seeds and the bonito flakes on top adding to the umami. I ordered the Sukiyaki Beef Ramen - something unique, and it is not listed on the colorful poster on the door, nor was it listed on the menu card on the table. It caught my eye, though, when I ordered using the QR code. I felt like this was something on a secret menu or something . . . I was in heaven! The sukiyaki beef was tender and flavorful with that sukiyaki sweetness, and it perfectly balanced the saltiness of the broth. Oh, darn! I forgot to take a photo of the bowl of ramen!! Oops! Well, as I mentioned at the start of this review, I was delightfully full at the end, especially since I just could not leave perfectly delicious broth in the bowl. Good enough to drink as a soup! I must say, however, that when this place first opened, I was not impressed. And when I ate here two years ago, I was equally unimpressed. Today, however, I am blown away! Whatever they changed really is for the better. They have found their footing and Hinodeya Ramen Bar has matured into a wonderful place for ramen.

    I came here with my family at the recommendation by a friend who said this was the most authentic…read moreramen they'd had in the bay area. Well... it was okay, but not fantastic, in my opinion. I got the Hinodeya to get a sense of the original flavor, and we also split the edamame sticks and karaage appetizers. The appetizers were quite good and I surprisingly enjoyed the edamame sticks with the matcha salt powder. Service was prompt and it was easy to get the servers' attention, even if they weren't constantly checking on us. The seating area is fairly spacious with an indoor and outdoor space, though the parking lot can be really tight at peak times. For dessert, I split the parfait with my cousin. Their soft serve is wonderful and the parfait itself had a good balance of topping to ice cream ratio. So, ironically, I came for the ramen but stayed for everything else!

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    Has outdoor seating
    Has outdoor seating
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    Kakuna Sushi

    Kakuna Sushi

    3.9
    (199 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    We were originally going to come here for the "all you can eat" lunch, which I guess has some…read morerestrictions and isn't a truly unrestricted all you can eat, but that's fine - we're not really gluttons at our age. But after weighing the price of the all-you-can-eat vs ordering exactly what we were craving a la carte, we decided to just order off the menu, which was the smart move since it was much less expensive and we ended up full. The place is casual and a little not-fancy decor or ambiance wise. You wouldn't bring anyone here you wanted to impress. . .but the food is what's important, right? The sushi was good! The rolls were large, the options were creative, and everything was tasty and met expectations. I wouldn't say it's elevated sushi, where there are layers to the flavors and you go "wow". But you get your sushi and see the portions are a good size and are happy that you get to dig in and eat satisfying sushi. I'd come back here again, especially for casual sushi where you want good value. Service was good as well - again, nothing fancy or overly attentive, but perfectly adequate for the level of restaurant. Also, it came pretty quickly, which was a plus as well (it wasn't that crowded when we went).

    3 of us came here for lunch on Saturday around noon. There're plenty of tables available inside and…read morewe got seated right away. Both decor and service were minimal. We grabbed the menus ourselves from a nearby table. We originally wanted to try their AYCE, but since the whole table had to participate, and one of us wasn't that hungry, we decided to order a la carte. We're glad we did. The 3 of us were already stuffed after sharing an appetizer and 4 signature rolls. The sweet potato tempura came out piping hot; the batter wasn't too thick. While the dipping sauce lacked flavor, the dish was still ok, and not too oily. We're impressed by the number of signature rolls they offered, and tried to pick something we hadn't seen at other sushi restaurants. My favorite was the lobster tail tempura that came with the Boujee rolls. It was tasty with a light batter. The plating was beautiful. The torched salmon, shrimp tempura and spicy tuna were good as well, but I didn't really see any real crab inside. The Skittles roll was pretty delicious, too. I liked that it had unagi, crab, tobiko, and avocado among other things. The Umami roll also had unagi and carb, but the salmon skin and bonito flakes were what made the roll special. My daughter didn't care for the salmon skin, though. The Black Mamba was interesting if you liked softshell crab. I didn't care for the macadamia nuts, though. Portion size was huge. However, their rolls weren't rolled very tightly nor cut evenly, and their rice was on the sweeter side as other Yelpers had mentioned. Since most of the rolls had similar sauces, they kind of tasted very similar, despite the different ingredients. I wouldn't mind coming back again to try other items on their menu when I'm in the area.

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    Short Ribs
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    Goku Sushi

    Goku Sushi

    4.4
    (202 reviews)
    3.1 mi
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    I came here after seeing it recommended on Yelp and am happy to say that it lived up to…read moreexpectations! I tried the funky rice-less Green Secret Roll (cucumber wrapped with salmon, tuna, imitation crab) which was fresh and yummy, the Mango Crunch Roll (like a spicy tuna with a piece of fresh mango with avocado and salmon) - also so good, and the combo tempura (2 shrimp + assorted veggies -- the good assortment with pumpkin and broccoli, not just onion lol). I also had the salmon belly nigiri which was a two piece dish. The salmon was seared to perfection and deliciously rich. Ambiance is on the casual side. Saw lots of families with kids, groups of teens, and older couples around for a Sunday night dinner. Tables are spread out so it doesn't feel too crowded. We'll definitely be back!

    We just recently started dining at Goku Sushi even though we live nearby and had always heard great…read morethings about it. Safe to say, this is officially our new go-to sushi spot! Everything we've had has been incredibly fresh, and we love that they serve real wasabi--it really elevates the experience. Our must-orders are the otoro nigiri, salmon miso fusion nigiri (our absolute favorite!), mango crunch roll, amaebi with the fried shrimp head, and the uni nigiri. The salmon miso fusion nigiri completely blew us away. Everyone at the table was awestruck after the first bite. And the uni deserves a special mention. We've had uni nigiri at plenty of other sushi restaurants where it's been just okay, but the uni here was an absolute showstopper: fresh, creamy, sweet, and without any unpleasant aftertaste. The quality of the fish, attention to detail, and consistency have been outstanding every visit. We can't believe we waited so long to try this place, and we'll definitely be coming back again and again!

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    Salmon skin hand roll
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    Hamachi Jalapeño
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    MiMi's Kitchen

    MiMi's Kitchen

    4.6
    (339 reviews)
    3.8 mi
    $$

    Whoa! That's what happens when you eat super delicious food!…read more We saw this spot on Tik Tok and wanted to give it a try. We had the pork belly and shrimp pepper rice. Super flavorful and so much better, than Sizzling Lunch! Thank you Xie Yanxi for the great food and amazing service! You held it down when the Saturday night dinner rush began!

    This is a nice restaurant tucked away in a shopping center and definitely worth seeking out. The…read morefood was excellent and very reasonably priced for the quality. The katsu chicken with sizzling rice was outstanding, and the Dragon Roll was equally impressive. My only real complaint was the ordering process. Instead of traditional paper menus, everyone at the table had to order individually on their phones. For a large group, it turned into a confusing and somewhat frustrating experience. People were ordering at different times, it was difficult to keep track of what everyone had selected, and because you couldn't hear others placing their orders as you would with a traditional menu, coordinating appetizers or avoiding duplicate items was challenging. It also seemed to create extra confusion for the waitstaff. I can see this system working well for a solo diner or a couple, but for larger groups, I think a more traditional ordering option would make for a much smoother experience. Despite that, the outstanding food more than made up for the inconvenience, and we'll definitely be back.

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    Such cute vibes & comfy chairs
    Such cute vibes & comfy chairs
    Seafood Udon Soup
    Seafood Udon Soup
    I think this is an eel roll

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