I went for lunch with a friend who loves this place, and it did not disappoint! I tried the OG set and devoured each of the 5 hand rolls. My favorite was the Negihama (yellowtail and green onions) but I appreciated how each one was different from the last. Perfect amount of food for lunch. The yuzu lemonade was well-prepared, flavorful and refreshing. Service and ambiance were both excellent. Parking was easy on a weekday; we found a spot on the street a block away. Eager to return to try some of the starters. I appreciated the care and quality that went into what was served - everything tasted fresh and the nori was nice and crunchy. No notes! read more

Yonsei Handrolls - Salmon, sesame, lemon - Sushi Bars Near Me - Albany, California

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We made a reservation for 8:30 PM on a Saturday night but when we got there, it was completely empty. I didn't get a chance to take a photo of the interior but the ambiance was very nice and perfect for a date or a nice meal with friends. It came out to roughly $40-50 a person post tax which was honestly really affordable. My favorite hand roll was the yellow tail and the ahi tuna. The first quality was amazing and honestly the portion size was surprisingly enough, with 5 hand rolls leaving me extremely satisfied. Overall, this is one of my favorite restraints that I've tried in the East Bay and I would definitely come back again! read more

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This place can get busy and I can see why! Every roll we got was delicious. Truly enjoyed my meal here. Taste: I tried the avocado, salmon, fatty salmon, jellyfish, and snow crab. I expected a little more from the snow crab given the price, but everything else was 100% worth it. Parking: Street parking! It seems like when's street parking by the elementary school is allowed but if you come on a weekday near school hours it can be limited. Service: We sat at the bar and the device was fast and nice. read more

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I will be dreaming about Yonsei Handrolls for quite some time after a pretty extraordinary meal here. Would love to return for dinner to experience the cocktail menu also, but let's dive into lunch. Check hours before heading over because they may vary between weekday/night and weekends, but weekday they open at 11:30a. While in the area, we were so hungry and realized we had never tried Yonsei before. Also fyi there is a wine bar that opens at 12p called Best Friends next door. While parking on San Pablo can be a bit challenging, we found street parking near the front of the building, so we took this as a great sign. The vibes inside were high ~ loved the art and immaculate space. Also love the bar area and sleek but cozy environment. They have the coolest lunch menu. Being new to handrolls, we went with the DIY Lunch Set that included 3 different fish: yellowtail, spicy tuna, and salmon with rice and the seaweed wrappers. What an excellent and incredibly fun way to have a 'first foodie moment' with others. (See pics and videos) We also ordered the sashimi salad and tenpura (Shungiku Kakiage) to start, with a few 'single' handrolls for variety as well. I ordered an Avocado single handroll, and it was perfection. Everything we tried was incredibly thoughtful, intentional, light, fresh, and just simply delicious. So much flavor, so much depth to each and every bite. Service was great, and I appreciate the variety of lunch 'sets' but also the individual handrolls if you want to try something different. I can now say I'm a huge fan of the open-faced Japanese sushi handroll. The wasabi hit different here and the soy sauce in the liquid dropper (see video) was everything. Chef's kiss. read more

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Came on a Sunday lunch and was seated right away. Indoors was a nice ambiance - it felt very clean and modern. We ordered the Temaki Gochisou lunch set, which was 3 hand rolls with sides. The sides were edamame and a seaweed cucumber salad. We did a late lunch so we were very hungry. The rolls didn't come out until after we finished the sides. The 3 rolls came with: - seared albacore, black garlic aioli - black cod & truffle butter: my fav out of the set! - saba misoyaki, myoga ginger The rolls were all delicious but we were still hungry so we added on a snow crab & chives and a salmon belly, truffle salt, yuzu to share. They were both good but the salmon belly felt a bit short. It didn't feel like a premium cut and felt like just regular salmon. One suggestion is to provide some warm hand towels. It felt odd to me that a handroll place didn't have any hand wipes to start off the meal or at the end. It would be a nice touch vs going to the restroom to wash my hands before/after the meal. read more

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I have been wanting to try this place and decided to give it a try the other night. The restaurant itself is small but the noise level was good where we can have a conversation. Both food and service were excellent. The Handrolls comes out one at a time which allows you to enjoy them individually and remain fresh. I liked the flavor of the rice and the fish was very fresh. Just a word of caution: it was not cheap. read more

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date & time: wednesday march 11, 2026 @ 1pm sushi date: the husband vibe: besties & couples in vintage crop tees, denim minis & mid-calf boots music: drake, rhianna & frank ocean decor: aesthetic hand roll spot service: super great devour: vegetarian & sushi hand rolls total: $60.68 read more

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The "newer" of the two locations. The Albany location opened up mid last year, I believe. I used to go to the Oakland location quite often. (Which I also love!) I really enjoy this Handroll spot. I have regular rolls I order lol today I got the lunch special they offer. They have two to choose from. I got the more expensive one ($27) Just cause it comes with the comes with black cod which is one of the regulars I order. The special comes with three rolls, a side of edamame, a cucumber salad and a green salad. All of which are also delicious. Edamame is steamed and salted. Salads are not over dressed and a perfect addition to the rolls. This particular special came with the seared albacore Handroll, the black cod, and the saba misoyaki. It was my first time having the saba roll. It was good. Not one of my favorites but definitely still a good one. 3 rolls is never enough for me, so I added 2 of the regulars I like: the negihama and the salmon belly. Cannot go wrong with those! The albacore Handroll is slightly seared and comes with this black garlic aioli. So good! I could eat a ton of those. The black cod is perfectly cooked. The truffle butter goes so well with it. It's definitely one of my top rolls. The negihama is lighter and you can really taste the fish. I just love the way they prepare it. I always order it when I come. Gotta give that one a try when you visit. And last but not least, the salmon belly. Perfect piece of fish. They have a truffle salt and a yuzu finish. Anything with yuzu, I love. Definitely try that one when you come. I came for lunch so I didn't order any cocktails/drinks this time, but their drinks are good also. Love coming here. Service is always good. Restaurant is clean and well maintained. This location has better parking than the Oakland one but it never stopped me from coming lol Come check them out! read more

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Moderately sized handroll place right off of Solano. Parking was not bad on a weekday evening. My friend and I were greeted and sat immediately. We came a little earlier than dinner rush, so we didn't have any wait. The interior is modern and clean. Service is super quick and welcoming as well. We shared the duck tataki appetizer and I tried the crab, cod, salmon belly, and toro handrolls. The duck tataki was pretty good! Doesn't come with a lot of duck pieces, but the duck itself was yummy. Rolls were overall good. I was disappointed by the toro and crab rolls though. Toro is a premium ingredient so I understand why it's more expensive. But the toppings they chose didn't do much for the toro. The fish quality was good, but the overall roll was just fine. The crab roll was very mayo heavy and not much crab flavor. My standout was definitely the black cod. It was super buttery, juicy, tender, and the truffle went perfectly with it. The salmon belly was also delicious. Loved the touch of yuzu on it. Overall, some really good things and some not so great things. Would definitely come back for the black cod alone though! read more

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Made reservations for a table of two at 8:30 pm on a Sunday through Resy. We came in early around 8:20, and as soon as we walked in, we were "greeted" by one of the servers, and the first thing he said was that he was going to be doing last call "sooner rather than later." He wouldn't give us a specific time of when that would be but really emphasized that we needed to hurry and order right as we sat down, so we ended up ordering right away. This was despite the fact that there was an entire hour before they closed. When we asked the server what time they closed so we could make sure we could eat and leave well before then he told us the restaurant closes around "9-9:15 depending on the night". This was a weird remark because on Yelp, it says this place closes at 9:30 on Sundays. Despite our experience starting off to a not-so-great and rude start, we really kept our hopes up that the food would make up for that. We ordered the $36 OG and $52 Yonsei set. Each roll came out in pairs of two with good timing of when we finished. However, we noticed that the seaweed got progressively soggier as each new piece was brought out to us. Therefore, we were thinking that they had our rolls all made in advance and only brought them out to us when they saw we were finished with what was on the table. A good hand roll preserves the crunch of the seaweed wrap. This was a pretty bad shortcoming that affected the texture of the hand rolls because each time we took a bite, we had to pull it instead of getting a nice, crisp crunch. Also, the server didn't ask if we needed soy sauce, so we had to grab it from another table. In addition, we weren't a fan of the octopus because it seemed like it was overcooked and therefore overly chewy. The snow crab hand roll tasted like a crab sandwich wrapped in soggy seaweed. The server had no intention of actually providing any customer service whatsoever. They didn't check up on us even once, ask how our day was going, ask how our meal was, or ask whether or not we liked the few hand rolls we evidently didn't finish. On top of all of this, it was pretty funny that they charged us two dollars for the side of pickled wasabi when they gave us these tiny portions, which probably cumulatively came out to half a tablespoon (weird that they would be so skimpy with these sides if they were charging us for it.) On a positive note, we could tell the fish was fresh, and we liked the concept of the soy sauce being in a pipette bottle. Also, we did really enjoy the black cod hand roll. Overall, this place is a decent, at most, spot for Japanese-style hand rolls. To be honest, I've had way better elsewhere, and this place didn't strike me as anything unique other than their customer service, or lack there of and fresh fish. If there are other hand roll spots in the area, they probably offer a better experience than this place because their service doesn't even meet bare minimum standards (I've been a server for 5+ years). Be sure to come more than an hour and 10 minutes in advance if you have to eat here, unless you want to be treated like a burden and rushed to eat. P.S. We were only there for a total of 30 minutes, start to finish. read more

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Overall I expected more for the price range and the 4.5 stars. While the handroll approach while intriguing it was really offset by the just average quality sushi. For example, the Toro was just so so, and the Salmon was not orange, yet the pricing is similar to higher end sushi establishments.nothing spectacular, rather better described as "entry-level sushi experience." Price for 4 people (food only): $230 Food: Average quality sushi. Not quite the level I expected when making the reservation. Even the sushi salad (arugula + sashimi) was had way too much dressing each bite. Just a clear miss. Ambiance: Loud, cold, energetic Service: little slow on the water refills but good. Overall, good not great. Not sure I'd be back given the other sushi choices in the area and my desire for higher quality. read more

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Fabulous place for lunch, the food was excellent and I will definitely return! The lunch specials include cucumber salad, edamame, and greens to accompany 3 small (2 bites) hand rolls. Also pickled ginger and wasabi. All very good, beautifully presented, and nicely seasoned. The waitstaff was attentive, informative, and friendly. The soy sauce is served in an eyedropper bottle. Yes. Also: at lunch the restaurant was a bit chilly, I was glad I wore a layer. Although all the food was gorgeous and delectable, at the end I was still a bit hungry. Perhaps I should have asked for a side of rice or something? Or maybe rice should be included? The lunch specials start at $20 for 3 vegetable rolls and $25-27 for 3 sushi rolls. For us $25 is a bit of a splurge for lunch, maybe not for you :) read more

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We went on a Wednesday night and were seated quickly. We started with the Shungiku Kakiage, which was a lovely take on tempura with unique vegetables like chrysanthemum. The handrolls themselves were amazing, we particularly liked the snow crab and the black cod. My friend and I tried about six rolls from the menu in total. We ordered the first three together and added on more as we felt needed and the rolls came out one at a time so we could enjoy the flavor. read more

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Hit up Yonsei Handroll before my half marathon and honestly... if I run a PR, I'm giving full credit to these rolls. Every single one came out looking like a tiny work of art -- glossy nori, warm rice, and toppings so fresh they practically sparkled. The baller set? Worth every penny. The uni, caviar, truffle butter... my tastebuds were out here living their best luxury life while I sat in my running shorts like a king. Snow crab? Melts. Salmon belly? Dangerous. Spicy ama ebi? Straight flames. And that black cod? I'd fight someone for the last one. Even dessert slapped -- rich, silky, and way too easy to finish even though I swore I was "saving room for tomorrow." Service was smooth, the vibes were classy but chill, and everything came out stupid fresh. 10/10 -- fueled my run, fed my soul, and fully ruined all other handrolls for me. read more

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We came for lunch today - would recommend making a reservation in advance. Ambiance was modern, bright. I'm sure it's more intimate at night. Playlist was on point (and definitely passed the vibe check!) Originally, based on service, I wanted to rate a 3/5. We were mindful that there were only 2-3 servers, and were doing the best they could with the circumstances. Though, we were disappointed for how long we had to wait for various items (drinks, apps, and the hand rolls in general). We noticed that other people sat after us got their food ahead of time and we waited quite an extended period of time. Though, this had nothing to do with the servers themselves. They did an amazing job - nice, patient and respectful (and aware we were waiting a long time). They ended up comping our drinks for the wait which was thoughtful. But, for the best part. The food was amazing! Flavor profiles were simple, but so so yummy. If you're new to hand rolls, their preset omakase is a good way to start. Aside from the presets (we got the OG and the $20 lunch set) we'd definitely recommend the salmon belly, saba miso yaki. The hamachi carpaccio was also we'd also suggest adding wasabi and their house soy sauce to each bite! Will return. Amazing to have this in the area - and not have to go all the way to San Francisco for a quality hand roll meal. read more

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Started off with some cocktails: - Sailor by Moonlight: Iichiko Silhouette Shochu, Rum blend, Genmai, Brucato Chaparral, and Citrus. Quite a tasty drink, highly recommend. - High Roller Martini: Walter Collective Vodka, Dry Vermouth, Sushi Rice, Shiso, Nori, Pickled Ginger, Shoyu. Do not recommend unless you really want a Martini. I thought it would be a really cool drink with sushi rice, shiso, and nori etc in the drink, but the drink came with sliced ginger on a wooden pick; no nori, sushi rice, or shiso. I thought at least I'd taste the flavors, but not at all. Do not recommend getting the Omaka-sets because you don't save any $$$ from ordering the Omaka-set, it is the same price as individually ordering the same items. Just order each handroll that you want to try, unless the Omaka-set has all the handrolls you wanted. The handrool I wanted to try the MOST was the Toro & caviar handroll, but they ran out of caviar and it was only lunch time, around noon! Very sad I didn't get to try it. I really enjoyed all the handrolls I ordered, but I highly recommend the Black cod & truffle butter handroll. Cod was so tender and buttery with truffle butter on top! Also really enjoyed the Negihama yellowtail with green onions and the uni with ikura and wasabi stems. Hand rolls I tried: Seared Albacore with black garlic aioli Negihama yellowtail with green onions Salmon with sesame and lemon Spicy tua with tempura crunch Tako-wasa with nori aioli and micro wasabi Black cod with truffle butter Uni with ikura and wasabi stems Taro & takuan (pickled daikon) I really liked that they had infused soy sauce, added so much more flavor and depth to the taste. read more

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This place is amazing!! I feel like I was transferred into another world with the decorations and lighting. It's a nice vibe and date night spot. I came here on a Thursday night and it was a bit crowded. I was able to be seated at the bar and was able to make conversation with the bartenders. Naoki was really nice and recommended several rolls to try for my first time, and recommended what drinks to pair with them. I took his recommendation and tried their lychee drink with the carpaccio and the seared albacore handroll. These all paired together was very satisfying. The fish was so tender and melted in my mouth. They have good prices if you want to try more than 1 roll. You can select about 5 for a good price and mix and match. They are extremely flexible! I look forward to coming back! read more

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I made a reservation here to celebrate a birthday. The restaurant was completely packed on a Friday night, so I do recommend reserving a table in advance. We started with some appetizers, including the hamachi carpaccio and the agedashi tofu. The carpaccio was absolutely delicious, but the tofu was lacking in flavor and not fried well. For handrolls, we ordered the Yonsei omakase set. Some handrolls were really good, some were mid, and one was just awful. The octopus handroll had the texture of rubber and was difficult to chew. I was slightly disappointed at the food here considering the price. I might come back again, but there are certain things I would not reorder. read more

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Yonsei Handrolls is located in downtown Albany. Husband and I decided to try it out as I have not been able to find good hand rolls in the Bay Area. I love me some Kazu Nori. The restaurant had ample tables/seating. The service was good. We wanted to try as much as possible so we got the OG and Yonsei Omakase Sets. The hand rolls were presented well, the ingredients including the fish were fresh, and the flavor was good! My favorite was the Black Cod with truffle butter. We ended up ordering an extra one! Overall, I recommend trying this place out! read more

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love this place! quality meets price. came on a late friday night and sat at the bar-- ambiance was such a vibe and a cute place for date night :) read more

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The service was flawless. Waiter greeted us, got us seated and took our orders when we were ready without making us feel rushed. We got the OG Omakase since it was our first time here with the addition of the salmon belly roll. For most of the hand rolls, the fish had nice tender texture with subtle sweetness. The rice, I feel, would be more impactful with the fish if it had some vinegar but I understand that it may not appeal to everyone's tastes. The best bites I'd say were the salmon belly and soy cured tuna. Runner up is the sashimi salad and snow crab roll, but I feel the mayonnaise is a little overpowering and I couldn't taste much of the natural crab's sweetness. I wouldn't recommend getting the duck tataki as it just made me feel a but uncomfortable. Maybe I'm too used to eating fully cooked duck, but the texture and taste of pure duck was rather unsettling. When I read seared duck on the menu, I thought it would be seared and fully cooked. Maybe they would have seared it more thoroughly if I asked, but I didn't want to be a bother since they were close to their lunch break when it arrived. Overall I'd definitely recommend and would come back for more of what I know is good. Definitely give this place a try and get the omakase if the overall menu seems overwhelming as a newcomer. read more

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Had reservations at 5pm and was promptly seated. I tried the oysters and the yonsei set. I wasn't a big fan of the oysters. The rolls were served one by one, and since the restaurant was half full at the time once we finished our rolls the waitress would promptly serve the next. Everything in the set was super good and flavorful. My favorite was the seared albacore. The wasabi provided was really good quality and spicy. I would definitely come back again! read more

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We came here to celebrate our anniversary! My boyfriend booked a reservation on Resy (for the Amex credit) and it was a smooth process. They were able to accommodate us moving our reservation a bit later due to traffic. The menu is pretty straight forward. We got the yonsei omakaset. Each hand roll was delicious! The seared albacore and toro was my favorite. We also upgraded to get the salmon belly and it was definitely worth it. Unfortunately they didn't do any celebrations for our anniversary, but overall the food was good. If it wasn't for the long drive, we'd come back. read more

Good service, good food, yummy drink, lovely atmosphere and reasonable pricing. Went here with some friend after work to catch up and we all ended up loving the place. We all did the OG Omakase sets and swapped in a premium rolls for one roll in each of our sets. They also have interesting soy sauce dispensers that come in a glass dropper- super cute and felt like I was doing a science project lol. The rolls come out one by one after you finish each one so if you're starving and want all your food at once, this might bother you. I'd come back here again. read more

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Went on their first opening day for lunch as I was craving the lunch set. Nice portions and for what the lunch sets prices are, I would do it again. I think the rice portion in hand rolls is good. Granted there is 3 other japanese places in a 2 block radius but I like the modern handroll lunch set. read more

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Came here for dinner. Cute little spot in Albany. Never had a hand roll before and not really a raw fish kind of person but I was able to find some menu items I enjoyed including cucumber and miso soup. My sister tried the Omaka-set with 6 hand rolls and I enjoyed primarily the veggie hand rolls. The cocktails were awesome! Service is quick and friendly. We had made a reservation on the early side. It definitely got busy as it hit later. read more

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This place was absolutely amazing, all the rolls were so good! & btw 6-7 rolls is definitely enough. It's on Solano so it's barely parking, so you may have to search a bit. The quality of the fish was extravagant. I will definitely be back! read more

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Well, worth the 30 minute drive for me. A friend invited us for dinner at this wonderful restaurant. The sushi was unique, extremely fresh and the service came with a smile. We also had several really good cocktails. If you're looking for a fun day or night out with excellent food and drinks, this is a must try place for you. read more

Really great new spot in Albany. We went because of the 100.00 resey credit from AMX. The hand rolls are all interesting and different. My SO got the 2nd teir omakase with the plus one. It was a little pricey but very delicious. I got a couple of hand rolls and we got two appetizers. The hamachi collar was very good and the fried mushrooms were very filling. read more

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Yonsei handrolls is a refine twist to a handroll bar which is a nice addition to the Albany area. The nori on all the handrolls were crisp and the rice was perfectly seasoned. The omakasets are nice if you want the menu decided for you but I would recommend choosing what you want. The set doesn't actually give you a discount pricing for ordering a preset menu. Our favorites were the salmon belly, black cod & truffle butter, scallop. The handrolls were tasty but the price is a bit steep. The cocktails sounded very delicious but it was a bit underwhelming. The high roller martini listed sushi rice, shiso, nori, pickled ginger and shoyu. The flavors sounded so interesting but when we got the drink there was no hint of any of the listed ingredients except for the big piece of pickled ginger (which is the same ginger that comes with the handrolls..). The sailor by moonlight was better though. Good restaurant for a date night or special occasion. read more

Yum! What a great addition to the neighborhood! The handrolls aren't huge, but they are fairly hefty. I decided to only order three, and that was the right number for me. I ordered the spicy tuna, black cod and truffle butter and the special fatty tuna handroll (which was pricey....and was very delicious). It's a little awkward if you order a different number of handrolls as other people you're dining, it throws off how they serve the handrolls (as they generally synchronize the delivery). When I went, I had a reservation which was a good call because the restaurant was packed...on a Sunday night! I can't wait to go back for the lunch special sometime! read more

Yonsei Handroll is the first restaurant I selected for our special occasion when American Express extended the Resy dining credit to their Platinum card holders. I made a reservation online for two for lunch and stated that it was for our anniversary. We arrived when the door opened. We informed the host of our reservation, and we were given the choice to sit anymore we like. We ordered one of the lunch sets and the OG set, for a total of 8 handrolls, plus the hamachi carpacio, and the chocolate torte for dessert. The handrolls were actually a bit larger than I expected, so 8 handrolls were plenty for the two of us. The lunch specials also came with a small salad, cucumber sunomono and edamame beans. The handrolls were quite good. The ingredients were high quality and the flavors delicate, so there's no need to use a lot of soy sauce or wasabi, and we enjoyed them all. The chocolate torte was a nice finish. The server was attentive. Overall, it was a pleasant experience, but we were disappointed that the host didn't acknowledge our anniversary, even though we noted on the reservation. It would have made our experience more special. read more

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The food here is amazing!! It's pricey but if you enjoy great food!! Come and check it out!! They make their own soy and it is on the table in a dropper bottle fantastic presentation!! Definitely the best soy sauce I've ever had!! I had their take on a Negroni. It was good but not what I was expecting. It was a white Negroni which I've never had before. It was good but I probably wouldn't order it again. We ordered the duck appetizer. I would not order it again as it wasn't crispy like I like my duck. The 2 of us ordered the OG. Wow!! So spectacular!! Every roll was good... my least favorite was the snow crab which was the last roll. I really wish that would have been the 1st roll as I felt it was the least interesting. All the other rolls were fantastic!! I would order every one again! Make sure you get the black cod with the truffle butter. It was the surprise roll. It was so yummy! I think of cod as part of fish and chips. Battered and deep fried. This roll was nothing like that!! It had a buttery consistency and was wonderfully fresh!! Absolutely hands down fab!! I could have eaten a half dozen of them!! The service was spot on! They bring the rolls out one at a time so the seaweed stays crisp. I can honestly say that was the best experience. We ordered the olive oil cake with Yuzu. That was nice and tart with the lovely cake. It was my favorite. The chocolate torte was good but a bit too heavy for me after the dinner. But if you like chocolate... you should get it!! Cause it is CHOCOLATE!! Fantastic place!! You will not be disappointed!! read more

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My wife and I visited here a few years back when we tried the Oakland location. We absolutely loved their OG omaka-set! I think the Zuke Maguro (soy-cured ahi tuna) and Negihama (yellowtail with green onions) were the absolute best. We've also had the Yonsei set before, and if you're new to it, I'd suggest adding the Black Cod to the OG for a truly amazing experience. read more

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I was pleasantly surprised when I happened upon their Oakland Uptown location for dinner one night, so was excited to try their Albany location. My first dinner there was another pleasant surprise, with maybe 2 or 3 rolls that stood out in their OG menu (yellowtail, black cod and snow crab). Upon returning recently, I was a little more underwhelmed for the price point. While their hand rolls are not skimpy, the ahi tuna, salmon, and spicy tuna were fresh but lacking in much flavor or oomph. The same three rolls I liked last time were still good but the black cod was a bit more of a greasy mess this time. Sigh. read more

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Japanese temaki (hand rolls) spot in Albany, literally at the corner of San Pablo and Solano. Came here based on the reviews. I kept things simple and ordered the OG Omaka set, which is 5 different rolls. Also got the 6th roll, black cod with garlic/chive. As a bonus, I also ordered the salmon belly w/truffle salt. Each roll had a detailed, high quality to it. Very delicious and excellent quality of each fish. Definitely coming back. read more

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It was crowded, seems like they take reservations mainly. I was able to get a seat at the bar though. The staff are very nice and friendly. Very quick and responsive. I had the carpaccio and the og set. The rolls were very flavorful and tasty. The rolls come out separately. I would say about 7-10 minutes apart from one another. The vibe is super chill and they have dim lighting which is great for a date! read more

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Yummy delicious handrolls and intriguing cocktails! Didn't know what to expect as it was actually my first time ordering handrolls, but it exceeded my expectations. The ambience was both chic and chill with dim lighting and the bar. Servers were friendly and helpful with the menu. Also no problem staying and chatting for a while after we paid as there were no more customers scrambling to get in around 9:00 (before that, yes!) Very nice experience overall. read more

Great new spot with high quality food. Went here for lunch and the interior is very light and modern. The lunch specials are a pretty good deal, not cheap but fair. Tried a variety of rolls and all of them were fresh and delicious. The black cod with truffle butter was a standout for me, a very luxurious bite. The tempura was also exceptional, well seasoned and the perfect amount of batter (no soggy bits). Tip for those who are slow to learn (like me): the soy sauce is in a dropper bottle so you can drop it onto your rolls as you eat them, instead of dipping it and having all the fish fall out. Small detail that made the eating experience just a little more elevated. Servers seemed a bit inexperienced but really friendly and helpful. One of our dishes was served to another table, they were very kind in correcting and comping one of our dishes for the small inconvenience. I will definitely come back here, especially for the lunch specials. Would be great for a date or any special occasion. read more

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This is Yonsei Handroll's second location, and I was so excited to check it out in Albany. Parking was definitely tricky--there are a lot of restaurants and bars nearby, so the area gets pretty busy. Once we got inside, though, the experience was great. The staff were incredibly welcoming and engaging. For appetizers we ordered the yonsei oysters, we enjoyed the uni + ikura but each one had a piece of shell which made it a little less enjoyable to eat. We ordered the OG Set, which includes six hand rolls for $46. The rolls came out at a steady, consistent pace, and everything was super fresh. My favorite was the zuke maguro--packed with flavor and perfectly balanced. I also tried one of their mocktails, and it was so refreshing--light and well-crafted. Yonsei Handroll is easily one of my favorite handroll spots in the Bay. I'm already looking forward to going back! read more

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