Cancel

    Open app

    Search

    Yonsei Handrolls

    4.4 (387 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 3:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

    Yonsei Handrolls Photos

    YONSEI HANDROLLS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Hipster
    Casual
    Trendy
    Intimate

    You might also consider

    More like Yonsei Handrolls

    Recommended Reviews - Yonsei Handrolls

    Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.
    Yelp app icon
    Browse more easily on the app
    Review Feed Illustration

    Reviews With Photos

    Uni hand roll $19
    Miranda T.

    Nice ambiance with great hand roll selection. We ordered: 1. Spicy tuna crunch (I would skip this next time) $8 2. Black cod with truffle butter (this was good, but I couldn't really taste the truffle) $12 3. Toro & caviar (the toro masked the caviar in my opinion) $21 4. Seared albacore set (this was the most flavorful and our favorite) $8 5. Crab $7.50 6. Uni $19 7. Salmon belly (my second favorite) $10 Overall, it was nice to try this place. We went on a Monday night and there was plenty of street parking in front. We ordered a set ($65) + 4 handrolls, total was about $126 before tax. A bit on the pricey side, but worth a try.

    Miso cod and negihama
    Katyayini K.

    Cute and intimate restaurant. Our waitress was very attentive. They have good quality fish. The spicy tuna tempura hand roll stood out the most as did the negihama. The crab was very disappointing though.

    Victoria E.

    Solid restaurant. Feeling peckish, wanted non fussy and clean food. Lunch special; $30 with three special rolls, and two appetizers are perfect to scratch that itch for fresh fish and nice texture of rice. Reservation tells you how to eat hand rolls, need to not to wait, bite in when the fish is prepared fresh; don't let the rice sit too long. I thought the food came very well prepared; and simple yet fresh; delicious and not heavy. I came by myself. And I wanted something extra so I ordered Jellyfish. I did not like that as much. I prefer raw fresh fish. So I will skip that. Would recommend making a reservation and come over for lunch - it was MLK day, and I had wanted to go to the Korean supermarket after. It is a good destination restaurant. Worth the trip!

    Delicious handrolls! Spicy tuna + salmon
    Shayla B.

    Yonsei is knocking it out of the park with these handrolls! I'm ashamed to admit that this was my first time having proper handrolls, and I haven't been able to truly enjoy regular sushi rolls ever since. Yonsei kind of ruined it for me, but in the best way possible! I've been here a few times now and I can honestly say that I'm a fan. Came with a friend last year during Oakland Restaurant Week, and it was a wonderful introduction to what they're all about. First things first; don't skip out on the cocktails! They are super creative and tasty. We each ordered two drinks from their cocktail list and all of them were tasty. Yonsei specializes in progressive handroll sets. You can order the handrolls à la carte, but it makes more sense to indulge in one of their preset menus. I have stuck with the OG set and it has not stirred me wrong. The OG set is a great way to try their most popular varieties. Everything is super fresh and I love how they serve the rolls in cute little boxes for the esthetic. It also makes it easier to eat in my opinion. They serve each roll one or two at a time, which allows for an un-rushed and fresher tasting experience. The flavors are so jam packed in these things. Do yourself a huge favor and make sure to get the spicy tuna and the black cod with truffle oil rolls! As a previous non-tuna eater, the spicy tuna roll here is just so incredibly tasty! I also love that they top it with crispy tempura which gives it a nice little crunch. The black cod and truffle will just melt in your mouth. This roll costs a little more than the others, but it's so worth the upgrade. You honestly can't go wrong with any of their rolls because they are all damn delicious. A few other honorable mentions are their desserts and their sakes. I am not well versed on sake at all, but I thoroughly enjoyed the sake tasting and it was the perfect compliment to my meal. DON'T forgot dessert! The Yuzu olive oil cake is friggin' mouthwatering! The tart and sourness of the yuzu with the sweetness of the cake is a match MADE, baby! The service here is wonderful! The staff is super observant and attentive. This is a popular spot in the neighborhood, so you're most likely going to need a reservation or you'll be waiting at the door for a table. It's super tiny inside but cozy and comfy. The only small nitpick that I have about this place is that it cab easily turn into an expensive meal. Also, it might not be the most filling for heavy eaters. Other than that; Yonsei is absolutely golden! If you love handrolls or are looking to experience them for the first time, put Yonsei at the top of your list.

    Negihama, Zuke Maguro
    Kaitlyn L.

    Right off the bat, I had a fantastic time here -- 5 service, ambiance, and food! I loooove a good handroll, and usually I try to find places where I can sit at the bar and watch them make it in front of me, but this small spot caught my eye because I drove by and saw it on the map. The interior is really cozy and there is a decent amount of seating. There is a cute table right at the window where I would love to sit next time if I go eat lunch by myself! We made a last-minute reservation through Resy for 7:15 PM, which was a good call because it was pretty busy when we walked in on a Friday night. I initially wanted to order their set, but then decided to just order five of my own choice: Salmon, Salmon Belly, Zuke Maguro, Tako-Wasa, and Negihama. Whole I don't have a particular order in which I liked the hand rolls, I have to say the Zuke Maguro was my favorite -- it was marinated in a sweet soy and didn't need any drops of soy sauce for me to enjoy it. The sake flight was also enjoyable, though I do wish there was a hot sake option! The servers and waitresses that helped us out were so very kind and checked up on us frequently to see if everything was okay! While this one dinner wasn't the cheapest, I definitely had a good time :)

    Alli W.

    We had a reservation at 5pm and were seated promptly upon arrival. Street parking is a hit or a miss so plan accordingly! Service: 5/5 Staff were engaging, friendly, and efficient with their service. They were also knowledgeable on the menu so that was a huge plus for the staff. Ambiance: 5/5 Very intimate setting with dim lightings and table candles. Noise and music were minimal so the atmosphere was calm and enjoyable. Food: 5/5 We got the OG and Baller sets with a few single items. OG is for those who love simple handrolls with salmon. Baller is for those who love seared and soy cured different kinds of fish.

    Yuzu olive cake
    Nina W.

    My boyfriend and I tried out Yonsei Handrolls using Resy before a movie nearby, and had a decent experience. There was plenty of street parking nearby and we had no issues with accessing the restaurant. We went at opening and the staff there was nice and came to greet us when they realized we were waiting outside for them to open. The ambiance was nice with dim lighting and minimal decorations. Since the omakase ended up being pretty comparable to ordering singles, we ended up choosing our own handrolls. The highlights were seared albacore, snow crab, and the uni ikura one. I'd say the zuke maguro was also pretty good. While black cod was a fan favorite, we did find it a bit strong that conflicted with the roasted seaweed, but the aroma was great and I still enjoyed it. For dessert we ordered yuzu olive cake and that was really good, especially all the almond brittle pieces that came with the cake. The only slight disappointment was that we were celebrating an anniversary, and while the staff acknowledged that upon check-in, we were a bit surprised they didn't anything at all. Overall, decent spot for a lighter dinner that can be booked through Resy.

    Window view to the street
    Susan C.

    We made a reservation for Saturday night and were seated right away, tucked in a little corner with a nice window facing the street. It was a cozy, romantic corner of the restaurant, perfect for a date night especially with the Christmas lights and rainy weather outside. We ordered the hamachi carpaccio to start, and then two of the OG sets with the extra 6th roll. The hamachi carpaccio was delicious with the tart ponzu sauce and microgreens on the side, but the portion was pretty small (only four slices). For the handrolls, each one was so fresh and went amazing with the soy sauce that came in a fun glass vial on the side. My personal favorites were the spicy tuna, which came with crunchy tempura bits and had an amazing sesame oil flavor, and the truffle butter cod, which was cooked and was decadent with the butter dripping down my fingers. Given that this is a handroll place, it would be great if there were wet wipes or wet towels provided to keep clean between rolls. Overall really amazing flavor. I'd absolutely make another trek here.

    Snow crab
    Joanne R.

    My husband & I ate here before attending a concert at the Paramount theater and enjoyed the whole experience! It was only a 5 minute walk! The service was outstanding. Everyone was so kind. I recommend making a reservation. It's a small space. Although they take walk ins, I can see how this can result in a long wait if coming on a busier day. Everyone who came after we arrived had a reservation. We opted for the OG set each & paid for the extra hand roll which was the black cod & truffle butter. This was my husband's favorite. It was very rich and delicious. I enjoyed everything and although it didn't seem like it was a lot of food at first, we were full at the end of our meal. We always order hamachi carpaccio if it's on the menu and it did not disappoint! I would definitely come again even if parking is hard. Lyft if you can!

    Old Fashioned
    Heather D.

    Came back for the Valentines menu and thoroughly enjoyed the offerings. The staff is fantastic and checks in often. The Kuromitsu Old Fashioned is perfect. I am totally an uni gal but if you try one thing make it the black cod with the truffle butter, you will fall in love.

    Lunch special
    Kourtney A.

    I work downtown and found this place when a coworker and I were actually going to go someplace else for lunch. This place seems fairly new and we weren't craving anything in particular so we decided to stop by. The lunch special is worth it the serving size. It's a deconstructed had roll and you make each roll yourself. It's a good amount of food! The service was slow, there was only one server during the lunch rush. She was kind but just couldn't manage all the tables solo. Cute vibe and we'd definitely come back!

    Tina N.

    Very fresh hand-rolls! Cute, chill ambiance with excellent service. You can order their Omaka set or singles. I usually order the singles which consists of salmon, sesame, lemon / spicy tuna/ salmon belly/ black cod. MUST TRY! Parking can be difficult and more than likely you will have to park and walk to destination but I would recommend this place if you are in the area or craving quality hand-rolls.

    Eggplant HANDROLL
    Timmy P.

    Food: 5/5 handrolls are really good quality, has a variety for all, and are made to order. I have tried nearly everything on their menu and I am always blown away. My most favorite, and must try, is the black cod! Service: 5/5 food comes out quick and staff here are always extremely attentive despite it being so busy. Ambiance: 5/5 simple and homey vibe. Space is a little smaller and intimate. Great for a date night!

    Cod with truffle butter and takowasa

    See all

    5 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    8 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    19 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 4
    Thanks 3
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 9
    Thanks 8
    Love this 11
    Oh no 0

    1 month ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 6
    Thanks 2
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Alli W.
    238
    442
    1077

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    2 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Nina W.
    311
    344
    1059

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    5 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    3 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 2
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 5
    Thanks 1
    Love this 2
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Timmy P.
    47
    12
    14

    3 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    4 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    7 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 1
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    10 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Leona L.
    22
    39
    37

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    9 months ago

    Helpful 2
    Thanks 1
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Gabriel H.
    521
    36
    33

    2 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    5 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 1

    10 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 1
    Photo of Mary T.
    627
    282
    1126

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Fred C.
    21
    102
    0

    24 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 3
    Thanks 3
    Love this 3
    Oh no 0

    11 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Gio C.
    0
    17
    3

    4 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 1
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Priscilla L.
    482
    229
    96

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 1
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    1 year ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    6 months ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0
    Photo of Tina S.
    0
    24
    10

    8 days ago

    Helpful 0
    Thanks 0
    Love this 0
    Oh no 0

    Page 1 of 10

    Yonsei Handrolls Reviews in Other Languages

    Ask the Community - Yonsei Handrolls

    Are children ok to bring?

    Yes but I'm not sure I would recommend it. Sort of an adult environment. Drinks with only handrolls on the menu. Nothing for children really IMP

    Can you get takeout?

    Yes but they have a set menu for take out. It's a hand-roll kit that comes with either 2 or 4 selections of fish, rice, nori, and ginger/wasabi. The fish selection is more limited than the menu so make sure you call!

    Anyone get a table through walk in?

    Yonsei Handrolls is requesting reservations for the time being. They are a small restaurant and on the night we went, they appeared to fill up. We had a 5:15 pm reservation.

    Seems hard to get reservations, do you accept walk ins?

    They will take walk ins. Some evening’s with shows at the Fox could make times, dates harder.

    Are you able to accommodate for gluten-free?

    Yes, while some of the roll preparations have gluten in them, others are gluten-free and we have gluten-free soy sauce for you to season them how you'd like.

    Is there any outdoor seating?

    Unfortunately not.

    View All 7 Questions

    You might also consider

    Mensho - Signature Smoked Toripaitan Ramen

    Mensho

    4.5(636 reviews)
    1.8 miPiedmont Ave, North Oakland
    $$

    The food was so good! The ramen broth, amazing. We continue to come back for more!…read more My husband loves the garlic Ramen and I always get the signature. Raman never fails. It's amazing.

    So glad I found this hidden gem in Piedmont. I came with two friends on a Friday night around 7pm,…read moreand as expected for a small spot, there was a long wait. We were seated about an hour later, but once we got in, the service was quick and efficient. We ordered a mix of items to share: * Enoki chips - absolutely addicting. Perfectly crispy with a great crunch, and the umami spice on the side took them to another level. * Chicken karaage - tasty overall, but the glaze was poured over everything. I would've preferred it on the side to keep the texture crisp. * Kani hand roll - super fresh and flavorful; didn't even need soy sauce. * Ikura & hotate hand roll - generous portion and very fresh, again no soy needed. * Garlic Knockout ramen - lives up to the name. Rich, deeply garlicky broth that was bold and delicious. * Signature smoked toripaitan ramen - flavorful without being overly heavy (which I prefer). The chashu was tender and the noodles tasted fresh. I was blown away by the food, I haven't had ramen this good in a long time. The restaurant clearly runs efficiently, turning tables quickly despite the wait. I'll definitely be back

    Photos
    Mensho - Waiting area

    Waiting area

    Mensho - Spicy garlic karaage fried chicken

    Spicy garlic karaage fried chicken

    Mensho - Hokkaido Uni Mini Rice Bowl

    See all

    Hokkaido Uni Mini Rice Bowl

    Mujiri - Toro Nigiri

    Mujiri

    4.5(602 reviews)
    3.0 miNorth Oakland
    $$$

    Delicious little Sushi bar! I was craving some good fish in an intimate setting and I found it at…read moreMujiri. Arrived on time for my 8:30am reservation and of course had to sit at the welcoming bar. Thank goodness I made a reservation because there were walk ups that were waiting outside for a seat. Started off strong eith a good ole bottle of Sake and its rare i find a place that carries one of my favorites (Kurosawa) so i was a hapy camper there. I had the sashimi combo and the Nigiri combo. Both were great and lovingly made by the pros at the bar. It was great seeing them take great care with the fish and forming the nigiri. Everything was so so so good! I totally understand the hype of this spot and I know ill be back again very soon.

    Tried Mujiri in Oakland and it was so good. The vibe is chill and you can tell they really care…read moreabout the quality of their food. 2 co workers and I got seated right away at the bar with no wait whatsoever. I ordered the chef's special nigiri and every piece was delicious. Super fresh, great flavor, and really well put together. The chefs were very attentive and made the experience even better.My buddy asked the chef on what his favorite fish to eat was and while they didn't currently have it in the menu . The manager who was right next to him said they if we called in advance they would source it and be able to prepare it for us if we liked .Definitely a spot I'd come back to if you're into good sushi.

    Photos
    Mujiri - Sake flight

    Sake flight

    Mujiri - Chefs choice omakase

    Chefs choice omakase

    Mujiri - Nigiri Combo

    See all

    Nigiri Combo

    Soba Ichi

    Soba Ichi

    4.1(611 reviews)
    1.0 miWest Oakland
    $$$

    Soba place located in what seems to be the industrial area of Oakland. (as of early 2026, it should…read morebe noted that a decorated fine dining establishment and a new food hall is also in the area as well - so this feels like an emerging food area, at least to someone who's visiting) We got here right around the time this place opened. You line up and order at a window before getting seated. We were able to get a seat inside. Folks here are very friendly. The menu is pretty streamlined - basically with appetizers and some hot and cold soba options. We ordered the tamagoyaki to share and each got the soba ebi ten seiro or the cold soba dipping noodles served with tempura. The serving size was pretty good and noodles were very chewy. I really enjoyed the dipping sauce where they gave us the items to season or prepare as we like it. I also ordered a shochu on ice to wash it all down. I've been wanting to go here for a while. I took my nephew here for dinner recently (rest of his fam was out of town looking at a school for his sister). It was such a good time and we enjoyed a great meal while making some core memories together lol.

    I've wanted to try Soba Ichi for years and I finally had the chance to! I came in on a Saturday…read morewhen it was storming, and I expected it to be packed and sold out (they often sell out quickly). Thankfully, the storm drove customers away and I was able to dine in quickly. When you come to dine here, you are to order first at the window or at the bar, then find seating, and the staff will typically help you find a place to sit. The staff is extremely helpful and kind. Aaron and Kyle made a positive impact on my dining experience. They were extremely helpful in making recommendations for what I was craving and on what sakes I would like better. I tried the Kamo Nanban and a beef/pork cutlet. The Kamo Nanban was delicious. The noodles were cooked to perfection - neither overcooked nor undercooked. The duck melted in your mouth with every bite. I usually find duck to be more tough, but this was so much more tender. There was also a perfect portion for duck to noodles, so there was enough for each bite and to finish the meal. The beef/pork cutlet was really good too. I wasn't sure what to expect but the flavoring mixed with the sauce that it came with, and the crispiness of the breading made it such an interesting combination and I want 10 more! Definitely give Soba Ichi a try if you're craving a taste of authentic Japanese soba!

    Photos
    Soba Ichi - Ordering station

    Ordering station

    Soba Ichi - Vegetable karaage

    Vegetable karaage

    Soba Ichi - Kamo Miso Aburi

    See all

    Kamo Miso Aburi

    Oken - Yukhwe Onigiri- Two piece crispy rice, beef tartare, quail egg, perilla.

    Oken

    4.5(61 reviews)
    3.1 miRockridge, North Oakland

    Planned a friend date and suddenly I knew what it felt like to be a guy…read more With no context of what the girl likes, and judging by her taste in make up, catalog of stamps from around the world, and a diverse palette Bob Ross could paint with, I provided two options. Oken was 1st choice while the 2nd choice was somewhat more casual. MAGURO CARPACCIO - FRESH MAITAKE TEMPURA - Great texture, not greasy BAECHU SALAD - lots of flavor and love a crispy topping WAGYU KALBI SHORT RIB SSAM - TENDER af, great flavor STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE - subtle, not too sweet Asian fusion can sometimes be a hit or miss but Oken executed every dish beautifully. Make reservations because this place fills up quick. Good date spot. Great service. Amazing food.

    Came here on a Friday night and had to wait over an hour to get seated at a table. Highly recommend…read moremaking reservations ahead of time if you don't want to wait. We ended up seating at a shared communal table for dinner. We ordered maguro tuna carpaccio and hamachi hand roll set as appetizers to start. Carpaccio was very thinly sliced with interesting Asian fusion flavors. I loved the hamachi handroll set; well seasoned thick cuts of fish. We also shared the ocean trout and mentaiko pasta for entrees and both were good. Crispy skin on the fish was excellent. The pasta was buttery but felt like it was missing something. We got yogurt soju and Sauvignon blanc wine, both were really good. Small restaurant with small tapa style plates. Great vibes and suitable for date night. Prices were high for the amount of food but amazing service!

    Photos
    Oken - Beautiful deco and lights. There are 3 tables for 4, 6 tables for 2, a table for 6, a communal table for 8-10?

    Beautiful deco and lights. There are 3 tables for 4, 6 tables for 2, a table for 6, a communal table for 8-10?

    Oken - Mentaiko Pasta- Spicy cured pollak roe, garlic, chive, butter, shiso, nori, ramen noodles.   Instagram.com/maryelda

    Mentaiko Pasta- Spicy cured pollak roe, garlic, chive, butter, shiso, nori, ramen noodles. Instagram.com/maryelda

    Oken - YUKHWE ONIGIRI - two piece crispy rice, beef tartare, quail egg, perilla $17

    See all

    YUKHWE ONIGIRI - two piece crispy rice, beef tartare, quail egg, perilla $17

    Khatan Sushi

    Khatan Sushi

    4.5(68 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    Was craving sushi/omakase and found this spot on Yelp. Came on a weekday and was able to find…read moreparking on the same street. It wasn't busy during the time I came which was nice. Server and Chef were super friendly and welcoming. While I waited, the chef brought me a nice little sample to try. Really refreshing and delicious. I ordered a lychee lemonade and edamame to start. Both really good. I had to refrain from drinking and eating it all so I didn't get full before my food came. Would order both again. (Maybe add some liquor in the lemonade lol ) For my main dish, I went with the 10 piece nigiri omakase and upgraded $10 to include toro. Pieces of fish were huge and delicious. Surprisingly the toro wasn't my favorite but still was really good! The shrimp head was a nice treat! I ordered dessert even though I was stuffed cause I couldn't help myself: matcha tres leche (which I was told was their most popular dessert). It didn't disappoint! Restaurant was clean and well taken care of. They were updating the signs on the window as well which I'm sure is going to look great. If you're in the area, give them a try. Already looking forward to my next visit!

    Don't sleep on this spot!!! Small local corner shop with biiiiig flavor. My partner and I were…read morelucky to find Khatan on Yelp while browsing Japanese spots we had yet to visit. The space is very cozy, quiet, almost unassuming. For a Saturday evening, there were only 3-4 parties around us. I was relieved as some of our favorite sushi spots in this area tend to require reservations. We were welcomed graciously and were happy to hear the staff's recommendations. SALMON SPECIAL: !!! Pretty unique! I loved the beet-marinated salmon, this was nice and sweet. The green curry was interesting, though outshone by the former. TUNA TATAKI: A LOT of topping for a tataki...! Like overflowing! I liked it ^_^ But a lot of onion and texture. I mainly was curious towards the ponzu soy mayo, which didn't fail to be bright and flavorful. BACON OF THE SEA: My partner is the BIGGEST fan of salmon skin so this was a must-have. SO good. Crispy outside, tender inside, plus all the fatty goodness throughout. SAKE DON: Supa fresh!! With thick cuts. The rice is seasoned well, not too sour. I could've done without the lemon slices, but it might be someone else's cup of tea. Overall, pretty solid sake don :3 We got lucky with parking and found a spot across the street... But I'd come a bit earlier to scout out the area if you've driving.

    Photos
    Khatan Sushi - Dining area.

    Dining area.

    Khatan Sushi
    Khatan Sushi - Chirachi bowl

    See all

    Chirachi bowl

    Sushi Salon - Big blue octopus from Kanagawa

    Sushi Salon

    4.9(36 reviews)
    1.6 miNorth Oakland

    This is an omakase where you can get a more unique variety of fish than what is typical in Bay…read morearea. The price is reasonable for the variety, for the bay, and the sushi is fresh and tasted great. The restaurant itself is elegant and cute. Highlights for me were all the Japanese fish, which are specially curated and killed with a technique to reduce fish stress. The taste was close to what I got in Japan, and each coming piece was exciting. The sashimi courses at the beginning were also amazingly crafted, especially the first tuna course. Where it lost a star for me was 1) the amount of food was quite small. In total it was about 17 courses, but each is essentially one small piece of sushi. They did give a large hand roll at the end but I still didn't feel full. I did order one supplemental piece, but the other two options weren't interesting to me. Anyway for $300 a head after tip and tax I was not expecting to want to grab another bite after. 2) you have to go to some sketchy pizza place next door for the bathroom. Again, when you charge a premium price, you should deliver a premium experience

    Wow. Sushi Salon was easily one of the best omakase experiences I've ever had and absolutely worth…read morethe trip from San Francisco. What makes this place so special is their fish supplier, famed Japanese fish concierge Hiroshi Hasegawa. He's known for sourcing rare and unusual fish that are rarely sold commercially, and he sometimes even free-dives to catch them himself. Sushi Salon is currently the only restaurant in the United States that he supplies, which means you truly won't get this exact experience anywhere else. The rice alone deserves its own praise. The vinegar they use is only supplied to a select few in the U.S., and in my opinion, it was the best sushi rice I've ever had. I could honestly eat the rice on its own. The space is incredibly intimate, with only seven seats per seating at 5:00pm and 7:30pm. Watching each course being prepared right in front of us made the entire experience feel personal and immersive. Every piece of fish was excellent, but the standouts for me were the saba, uni, medai, ninjin, and kegani. Joji Nonaka and Anna Osawa were wonderful hosts. They engaged with guests throughout the evening and shared thoughtful insights and history behind the fish and techniques, which made the meal even more meaningful. Parking was surprisingly easy with street parking nearby, though the surrounding area feels a bit gritty, so I wouldn't leave anything visible in your car. At the end of the omakase, you're given the option to order additional pieces or specialty items not included in the set menu. I highly recommend taking advantage of that and trying as much as you can. Overall, if you're looking to splurge on a truly unique and elevated omakase experience, Sushi Salon is absolutely worth it. It's special, intimate, and unforgettable.

    Photos
    Sushi Salon
    Sushi Salon - Ankimo with takuan

    Ankimo with takuan

    Sushi Salon - Tres leches cake with matcha mascarpone

    See all

    Tres leches cake with matcha mascarpone

    Yonsei Handrolls - japanese - Updated May 2026

    Loading...
    Loading...
    Loading...