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    Utzutzu

    4.6 (159 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSushi Bars, Japanese
    Closed 5:30 pm - 10:30 PM

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    Salmon in ponzu sauce
    Pheap T.

    Been wanting to check Utzutzu out for a while. Finally went with friends and it was a great experience because we had the whole place to ourselves. The chef was very informative and super fun to watch as he rolled up our sushi bites. I was a bit worried about our seating arrangement as I was sitting super far from the person I was sharing a sake bottle with. HOWEVER, the waiters had us covered and refilled our cups as soon as it was looking low. Great experience.

    Bao H.

    I've been wanting to try this omakase place for the longest time. Finally found someone to go with to enjoy this delicious meal with me. This omakase came with many dishes, almost 20. The price was great, especially for someone who isn't sure whether they'll enjoy omakase style meals. The fish tasted amazing. The staff and the chef were incredibly friendly. Our seating was late at 8pm and it was only me and another friend, which was kind of awkward for us, as we felt all the attention were towards us. The place was smaller than I expected inside but it was comfortable. The place is a bit difficult to find. It goes through a small door and leads upstairs to the restaurant. Parking was not too difficult to find either during that time. It's probably not my most favorite omakase spot but for the price, you can't beat it.

    A5 wagyu nigiri
    Alendre L.

    I came here with my boyfriend to celebrate our anniversary, and it was such a special experience. The space is small and cozy, with seating for only about 10 people. We booked online, and it ended up being just the two of us for the tasting so it felt very intimate. We enjoyed a 13-course menu featuring incredible fish like barracuda, golden eye snapper, fatty tuna, and uni. The standout for me was the A5 wagyu nigiri - slightly seared and melted in our mouths. To top it off, they surprised us with a little jelly dessert to celebrate our anniversary, which was such a thoughtful touch. The food was excellent, the service was attentive, and the overall experience was memorable. It was such a perfect way to celebrate for a couple of sushi lovers!

    Wing L.

    My bf took me here for my bday. This place is a hidden gem for sure (literally). They have an unmarked stair case leading to their restaurant. Reserve online - they have two seating services of 8 people at 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm. Cost is $145 per person. Everything was so delightful and well put together. Loved every bite and there was a lot of them. The chef described every piece wonderfully so you know what you are eating. I was very full and happy leaving the restaurant. I would definitely come back for celebrations!

    chawanmushi
    Joshua H.

    Intimate little sushi spot in alameda that only seats 8 people at a time. We came for friday night dinner and took us maybe 5 minutes to find a decently close parking spot. The entrance is kind of hidden in that you need to walk up an unmarked set of stairs to get to the entrance. Highlights: Kanpachi, All the tuna (akami, chutoro, otoro), Botan Ebi, Toro handroll Misses: I felt like some of the bites could have used a bit more salt/flavor or some more vinegar/sweetness in the rice to contrast the fish a bit more. Especially for the wagyu piece, the meat was quite fatty but needed a bit more salt to really make the fattiness shine.

    Little bit of some nostalgic decoration.
    Adam G.

    This place was very intimate And very much worth the money and experience. The chef was very outgoing and knowledgeable Food was top grade! Must book on the resy app

    Jenelle G.

    Alameda is a little island that has so many hidden gems my friend who was born and raised here brought me. She frequented this place when it had the original owners and was a take out place as well. This is an omakase I would do again and dream of the day I can go again. It's small and only has sushi bar seating so make sure you make reservations. I loved the selection of fish as they were very unique or fish I haven't tried before and executed perfectly the uni chawamushi is something I wish I could have a whole pot of. Looking for this restaurant is easy to miss as it's almost unmarked and on the 2nd floor.

    Sierra L.

    Favs were the sweet shrimp, uni, waygu and toro nigiri! Wish there were more desserts. IG: @sierra_notnevada

    Eric L.

    A fair-valued okimari (like omakase, but with more than just sushi) counter in a very-hidden (unmarked and up a flight of steep stairs) location that is substantially cheaper than similar-quality spots in San Francisco. Nothing stood out as extraordinary, and the fish selection was exactly what you'd expect (shima aji, hotate, uni, different types of tuna, and wagyu). The chef is friendly and attentive to the guests; he's working solo, with two servers working mostly on water/alcohol, and bringing out the non-nigiri dishes. It's a wonderful restaurant that doesn't necessarily surprise, but if solid sushi at an affordable price is what you're craving, and you don't want to deal with the nightmare that is parking in San Francisco, this is a great option.

    Ann C.

    WOW. The food here is super high quality! Absolutely worth the price. The space is even smaller than its sister restaurant Delage, though it wasn't hard to make a reservation. Food isn't as photogenic as it is at Delage but felt more worth it--seemed like portions were bigger and the focus is on quality of fish rather than its display. Service is great. The staff and chef indulged us by answering all our questions about their food/process.

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    Andrea M.

    Another wonderful experience at Utzutzu. Dinner here is always such a treat, one that I eagerly anticipate from the moment we make our reservation, a month in advance. I love that this place is still a relatively hidden gem in Alameda. The eight-person seating per service makes for a perfectly intimate omakase experience. Service is refined, with a quietly attentive staff that observes in the background, and are quick to anticipate and respond to guest needs, but never hover over you. I am picky about where we go for sushi, and when you're eating raw fish, you should be; quality is everything. The quality of the fish at Utzutzu is excellent, and really comes through in the flavors, texture, and appearance of the bounty of seafood you will be tasting here. The price per person is currently $145, which for as many courses as you get, is a deal. Extras are, of course, extra. My favorites this time around included: -Amberjack -Golden Eye Snapper -Toro hand roll There are too many individual courses for me to list here, but check out my pics for many of the standouts. We ordered an extra serving of the amberjack each, which we agreed was one of our very favorites. I do wish the dinner service was longer, though I completely understand they only have two seatings a night, and need to stay on a schedule. But I could easily stay for another hour, ordering extras. Thank you to the Chef and staff of Utzutzu for another special, memorable meal. Already looking forward to our next visit.

    Lina C.

    Food: 5/5 superb!! Been coming here for the past two years!! Always quality cuts and the flavor mmmm!!!!!! Will be coming back!!! Service: 4/5 could be more on top of wiping the sushi plate. Aside from that staff is engaged in refilling the tea and water Ambiance: 5/5 cozy little chic spot

    Black Goma & Kabocha
    Al L.

    Dined here when it was Ume but haven't dined here under the new ownership as Utzuzu. We came here recently on a Friday for a birthday celebration after making reservations on RESY for the 5:30pm seating. Their other seating is for 8pm. The restaurant is obscure on the second floor with no name on the outside or at the door. The sushi counter sits 8 for the omakase, so it is quite cozy with your fellow diners which were fellow Alamedans as well. After the servers take you drink orders, the chef arrives and welcome us and show us the types of fish/seafood and its origin that he will be preparing. He asked if anyone had allergies. Two patron were allergic to shrimp and uni so the chef provided them with another item during that course. It was a 20 item meal that consisted of Black Goma & Kabocha, Nanbanzuke, Sumiso-ae, Uni Chawanmushi, Akadashi, 14 nigiris, including blue fin tuna, kampachi, spot prawns, Hokkaido scallop, saba, toro, ocean trout, salmon, tuna hand roll and wagyu beef, and a Hojica Pudding for dessert. You can order additional items as add-ons. The meal was very enjoyable and delicious. Service by chef and staff was friendly. The seafood were fresh and you can taste the quality. A nice omakase experience in little Alameda! A hidden gem.

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    The best omakase and sake I've had in the bay. The place is amazing, intimate and the servers are so attentive. I cannot wait to go back.

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    Ask the Community - Utzutzu

    What is the corkage fee?

    $67

    Hi, how do I make reservations?

    Resy.com

    Does anyone want my Resy for tomorrow night 12/9 at 5:30?I have a work conflict and can't reach anyone at the restaurant?

    Is it still available?

    Is proof of the 'vax' still required in October '22?

    No, it wasn't requested when my wife and I were there.

    How can I make reservation? I am trying to reserve through Resy for two people and it's always no available seats for an entire month

    I called and they said they only take reservations on Resy which open at midnight everyday for each day they add

    How much is the set menu now?

    $145 plus tip and tax. Drinks separate.

    How much is it per person now?

    $145 as of Jan 2024 plus tip and tax

    Is this establishment still open?

    Yes

    Is it still Chef Joji?

    No it is Chef Hiroto now.

    How can we contact them if we have questions?

    Either call using the listed number or send an inquiry through the Delage (sister restaurant) website.

    How do I make a reservation?

    Through Resy

    Has it reopened yet?

    Yes. Just reopened this week

    How do you book a table?

    Utzutzu takes reservations through Resy

    Is this the same owners as Yume Sushi?

    No it's not, past owner has retired.

    Are babies and strollers allowed in the restaurant?

    I don't think they restrict kids, but you need to walk up a flight of stairs to the dining room, and seating for dinner is around a bar so the baby would need to be parked behind in the lounge area. For the price, I really wouldn't recommend… Read more

    How long is the meal?

    The whole dinner will be around 2-2.5 hr

    Have an upcoming reservation, can we bring a bottle of wine? If so, how much is the corkage fee?

    On their menu, they list corkage fee as $30, magnum bottles are $50.

    How many courses (items) are included?

    About 8 courses (2 of those courses is the chef's sushi selection)

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    Sushi Broadway - 6/18/25 Two item Lunch combo - Chicken Kara-age & spicy tuna rolls

    Sushi Broadway

    4.2(70 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Stopped here because I was lost and this is where the bus left me before my husband picked me up…read more The food was AMAZING - I was looking for a pregnant-friendly roll and ended up ordering the one with tempura shrimp and crab. The rolls were super fresh and the crab meat was real crab, which was a pleasant surprise. Balance of flavors was definitely there! Also ordered some edamame on the side and it was perfect! The staff is super friendly! Really appreciated how nice they were, and the service is fast (there was not a lot of people when I came in so keep in mind). The overall atmosphere was very calm and relaxing - when I came in I hadn't had a good day but my mood changed instantly. Overall will be visiting again, it has been hard to find a good sushi place in the city but we will start driving to the island and eat here!

    My family and I were sad when the old Kamakura shut down years ago, and thus happy again when we…read moresaw that the same location was being revitalized and brought back as Sushi Broadway. We stopped in for dinner with some out-of-town family during the Christmas holiday, and the whole experience was utterly delightful. The staff were warm and welcoming, the ambiance was pleasant, and (most importantly) the food was EXCELLENT. I neglected to get pics of everything we ordered, but my Tofu Don (teriyaki tofu with ground pork and eggs over rice) was incredibly tasty - the perfect "comfort food" for a cold rainy evening. I can't say enough about how lovely and kind the staff were. They went way beyond simply taking our order and serving our food - rather, they made us feel like family, treated us to dessert, and even sent us home with a small bottle of sake as a thank you for dining with them. This place is new and probably a bit under the radar at the moment, but it really deserves to become one of the must-try joints in Alameda. Check it out ASAP!

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    A picture of the sushi bar.

    Sushi Broadway - Spicy hamachi

    Spicy hamachi

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    Hashi Gawa - Hashi Kaisen Don

    Hashi Gawa

    4.3(509 reviews)
    0.6 mi
    $$

    Back again! Dad broke tradition and ordered the three entree bento box, surprising all…read more My 49'er roll-perfect. I'm not an avocado fan so the sushi chef kindly omitted the avos. It's better this way. Try it. Saturday was unusual in that they were short staffed and almost at capacity. The food and service did not suffer. I'm not so sure I'd be that pleasant if I had to serve the entire restaurant on my own. To add to the vibe, I dropped the soy sauce container. Fortunately, me and my light pink shirt were the only casualties, but I made a huge mess. Napkins were thrown my way by other customers. I cleaned the table and floor. Yes, I really went for it. Most of the soy sauce was on me and my shoes. The server apologized she didn't completely wipe up my mess. No worries. It was my fault. Hashi Gawa has become a fave for Dad and I. It should be yours too.

    First time trying this spot . Dine in review let's get into it !…read more Me and babe have been on a sushi kick lately since coming back from Japan. He found this place so we went to give it a try. It's in a plaza so there's parking . When you walk in it's a cute store front . Modern but cozy . Customer service was nice and fun . Our waitress was very helpful . Oysters on the half shell were fresh. Yall know that's my favorite and I'll never tell no lies ! The sauce they put on it was a nice touch and not overbearing the fresh oyster taste ! Tempura has a nice crispy batter and the prawns were plump not skimpy or chewy . I also got the Santa Barbara hand roll because I really wanted uni but they don't sell uni as an appetizer. The hand roll itself was good nice flavor loved the salmon eggs , just wish there was more uni ( probably because that's what I really wanted lol I'm being honest okay ). But the star of the show for me was the SPICY LION KING ROLL . I've had plenty of lion king rolls throughout the years but never had a spicy one and it was bomb . I think what makes it spicy is the sauce they use . Wasn't too hot just an extra little kick to everything going on . We were sitting right next to the sushi makers and they overheard us talking about how good it was and they loved our vibe . We chatted and got to a point they gave us a free dessert which was so good ! I forgot the name but it was like a soft fluffy pancake filled with cold cream like vanilla ice cream ! I'd definitely give them a try and would come again .

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    Hashi Gawa - Hamachi Carpaccio

    Hamachi Carpaccio

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    Koharu Japanese Cafe - Kurobuta Katsu Sando

    Koharu Japanese Cafe

    4.0(57 reviews)
    0.9 mi

    I found this place on Yelp about a year ago and have been meaning to try this place. Street parking…read morealways scares me especially during the weekend but luckily I had a Monday off and was able to find parking right across the street. It's a cute little spot and aesthetically pleasing. I believe it's a kitchen hall where multiple restaurants are combined into one? You're able to order curry, dim sum, Japanese sandwiches, bento boxes, etc in one spot. Theres indoor and outdoor seating. We were greeted as soon as we walked in and were seated where the cushion chairs were. Then we scanned a QR code on the table and started a group order/tab. I was looking for some comfort food during these gloomy days so I ordered the Japanese curry with katsu which came with miso soup. Our food was served through a robot was pretty cool! The curry was good! My total for two curries with katsu, including tax and tip came out to be about $50. I'm rating this place a 3.5 due to our table not being wiped down prior to being seated, there were crumbs on it and our server just picked some of it up but did not wipe down the table. Other cushion seat tables were also not wiped down and the cushion seats had crumbs and stains on them. A family came in and their high top table was wiped down . We also didn't have any napkins in our holder so I did have to get up and grab it from another table. But I would come back and try this place again, maybe during the weekend.

    Delicious food and great service. I don't know how we've missed this place in all the times we've…read morevisited alameda, but is definitely going to be on our weekly rotation. We got the curry rice with chicken katsu and the tempura udon. The portions are huge -- especially the curry. You could feed at least two with the meal we were served. The tempura is hit and fresh, and the udon noodles are delicious. Gilbert, the owner, is super friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere is open and bright. We will definitely be back!

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    Koharu Japanese Cafe - Curry rice with chicken katsu.

    Curry rice with chicken katsu.

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    Sushi House

    Sushi House

    3.2(4.1k reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    Been going here since middle school its my go to place with family and friends lion king its a…read moremust try dish

    I've had this spot bookmarked for years and finally got to try it for my daughters sweet 16 let's…read moreget into it . It's right by the alameda beach in a plaza so there's plenty of parking . When I walked in they have a kiosk to put yourself on the reserve list for seating . Lucky for us it wasn't crowded so we were seated immediately. Inside is big and roomy so you can definitely bring a large party here or just a date night . Our waiter was very nice plus all the staff were accommodating. I always get sashimi but I got to have my uni ( sea urchin ) craving knocked out ! They were plump and sweet but still had that fresh ocean taste omg ! Amazing . Salmon sashimi was nice thick cuts and melted like butter . For the roll the waiter recommended the island roll and it was pretty good ! I also got oysters ( kinda on the smaller side ) but still were fresh and the sauce they give to go with it was a nice touch . We also got the chicken teriyaki sushi combo which comes with Cali rolls and nigiri . The cuts on the nigiri were big as well ( but didn't taste as fresh as the salmon nigiri ) and they were gracious with the amount of tobiko they top the Rolls with . miso soup and salad was good . Overall I would definitely come back to try other rolls they have a lot of speciality rolls ! And if you like uni like me , definitely they got you covered !

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    Sashimi Boat

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    Sakura Restaurant

    Sakura Restaurant

    3.7(305 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    $$

    5 stars for every sushi tasting like a hand full of raw garlic or raw green onions. see other…read moreposts pictures, every sushi is just full of raw garlic or green onions. I love eating a handful of raw garlic and a handful of green onions. if you're like me, then this is the best sushi place in Alameda. wow, still burping garlic two hours later...

    Came here for dinner on a Sunday night and the place wasn't busy. Parking can be tricky to find but…read moreit's easier to find on the less busy side streets. Once seated, you'll get served either tea or water. The staff were nice and efficient with seating and taking orders. We ordered: - grilled whole squid: such a great appetizer! The presentation was nice, highlighting the shape of the whole squid. The squid was cooked perf with a chewy texture. Also, it had an aromatic charred flavor but was not burnt at all! The dipping sauce was a slightly sour vinegar, but it goes well with soy sauce also. - black dragon: contains tempura shrimp, cucumber top w/unagi, avocado. The cucumbers and avocados were fresh with the cucumber and tempura shrimp adding a nice crunchy flavor. - orange blossom: contains tuna, avocado, salmon, tobiko. The presentation was unique and the sushi was held up well with the salmon wrapped on the outside. Very generous and thick slices of salmon! - lion king: contains imitation crab, cucumber, top baked salmon, unagi sauce, mayo, tobiko. A classic option that you can't go wrong with! The sauce was just enough since I usually prefer when the roll is not drenched in sauce and you can taste the salmon. Overall, this sushi spot is my go to in the area! The staff are nice and attentive with service. The fish was fresh and the rolls contained a generous amount of ingredients. Will def come back when craving sushi!

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    More oysters..... :)

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    Marugame Udon

    Marugame Udon

    4.1(187 reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Vegan friendly

    Marugame Udon is such an easy, fast, and satisfying meal any time of day…read more There are so many options to choose from, but I always stick with my go-to: bukkake udon--simple noodles with soup, and it never disappoints. I love that you can now scoop as much tempura flakes and green onions as you want, which makes it even better. The tempura selection is huge, so you really can't go wrong no matter what you pick. Big fan of the self-serve tempura sauce and ginger too--it's nice being able to customize everything exactly how you like it. They've got plenty of seating both indoors and outdoors, which makes it convenient whether you're dining in or just grabbing a quick bite. Quick, customizable, and consistently good--definitely a solid go-to spot!

    Very disappointed with my experience at this restaurant. The food came out cold, the cheese wasn't…read moreeven melted, and the meal looked nothing like the picture advertised. The restaurant itself also felt dirty and not well maintained. The rice was extremely sticky and cold. I politely asked if they could just add a little sauce over the rice, but the staff said they couldn't do that and instead offered to make a whole new bowl, which honestly made no sense since I was only asking for a small amount of sauce which she could have easily done! Overly priced for small portion. Overall, the food quality, cleanliness, and customer service were not good. I would not come back.

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    WAKI Japanese Cuisine - Unagi

    WAKI Japanese Cuisine

    4.4(253 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$$

    Such a late review but Waki is my absolute favorite sushi place in the East Bay…read more Service is great. The staff are always friendly/attentive. We're always greeted as soon as we walk in. The sushi is delicious. Everything is fresh and tasty. My favorites are the hamachi carpaccio, classic sashimi (16 pieces), oasis roll, 49ers roll, godzilla roll, brotherhood roll and dragon roll. Can't wait to be back soon

    Was excited to go here and often wasn't able to because it was packed and there weren't…read morereservations, so when there was a reservation available I jumped on it. Started with sharing an Asahi beer, refreshing and delicious, and we drank out of the sweetest mini beer glasses. Then the sushi! We had the Waki Delight winter special, which was so yummy, all the flavors detailed were present and I am not big into cheese in sushi but it was delicious. Check out one of their specials sometime! Then we had the brotherhood with Hamachi, also delicious. We couldn't decide which we liked more, both were really flavorful, compact and great on their own and with wasabi, soy sauce and ginger. Lastly, we got some Miso soups, which were some of the freshest tasting Miso soups I have ever had. Everyone was very helpful, friendly, checked in with us and chatted with us when it wasn't busy. People around us were having a good time and the vibe was relaxed. Even the people next to us, started to chat with us a little because they loved their sushi and wanted to know more about what we ordered. Will certainly be back!

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    WAKI Japanese Cuisine - Beautiful dining room

    Beautiful dining room

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