This is a legit Japanese restaurant located inside Stoneridge Mall across from Mens Warehouse. However, once I walked inside, it reminded me of restaurants I visited in Japan. I came here for lunch just as they opened and was seated immediately. You scan a QR code on the table for the menu, which was overwhelming. There are so many categories and choices within each category: sushi, ramen, bento boxes, hot dishes, oysters, small plates, and more. We chose from their Lunch specials: + Nigiri lunch - you get 6 nigiris and several maki rolls (chef's choice). All were so fresh and delicious, and beautifully presented. + Chirashi Don - freshly cut fish, roe, and a few veggies over perfectly cooked sushi rice. + Soup & Salad - this came with our lunches. The miso soup was very good and not salty like most. The salad had a vinaigrette dressing with an herb I can't put my finger on. It was very refreshing. The lunches were in the $30 range, which is a bit steep. I'd definitely come back here for celebrations. read more

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This place is one of my go to sushi spot as they always have seasonal fish and their quality is OP! It's located inside the mall so parking can occasionally be difficult. Their deluxe sashimi was surprisingly good. They served us different fishes that you typically don't get to see, not the simple salmon/tuna/hamachi. They also fried a whole mackerel which was super tasty. The service is always really nice and attentive here. This place is great for a quick date or sushi fix before shopping! read more

Yuyake Dan Dan Japanese Tapas - Nigiri - Izakaya Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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This place was surprisingly so good! My expectations were low because it's attached to a mall the food is quality. We came in a Sunday after church and waited about 15min for a table of 5. The service is a little slow but they're kind and attentive. It was also a very busy day I ordered the miso and added bone marrow to it. I would say it might be my favorite ramen in awhile. The noodles had a good chew to them, the broth was flavorful but not heavy, the meat is really tender, the jammy egg was perfect and the bone marrow was huge with lots of marrow on it. I finished it all! I also loved the hamachi Kama, it was soft with just enough crispness on the outside. Lots of meat on it too! The decor is so fun and intricate. Would def come back! read more

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Came here 6pm on Friday night. It was still happy hour until 6:30pm. It was pretty packed almost all of the tables were full. Got lots of stuff from the happy hour menu. The waitress also came around again for last call happy hour which was super nice! Calamari and chicken karaage were crispy and light. Negi hamachi maki, salmon maki and tekka maki were small but delicious and fresh. The yuzu shishito was surprisingly spicy at the end/bottom!! Edamame and wakame salad were fine. We also ordered some beers from happy hour but it was so packed and busy they forgot to bring one out but thankfully were able to take it off. We were full from the happy hour tapas but def want to try other things from dinner menu. read more

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Came here for lunch on a weekday. A friend recommended the beef ribs ramen, but unfortunately it wasn't available. We ended up trying other ramen options, which felt pretty average. The sashimi, however, was a pleasant surprise. The thick cuts had a great texture. The only downside was that the 25-piece platter only included four types of fish, which limited the variety. The service was attentive, and staff regularly came by to refill our tea. read more

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It's refreshing to see an izakaya spot open at Stoneridge Mall. Aside from P.F. Chang's and The Cheesecake Factory, dining options here are pretty limited, so Yuyake Dan Dan is a welcome addition! The menu is fairly extensive but for our first visit we tried two orders of the 7-piece Omakase nigiri set and three skewers: scallop, pork belly, and chicken thigh. The skewers were a mixed bag. The chicken thigh was really good--juicy and flavorful--and we also enjoyed the pork belly. The scallops, however, were on the smaller side and the edges were a bit chewy, which took away from the experience. All of the skewers are glazed in a sweet soy-style marinade, which worked well overall. The 7-piece Omakase was reasonably priced at $30 per set, but unfortunately we only really enjoyed about three of the seven pieces: the salmon, bluefin tuna, and one seared piece on the right side of the plate (possibly sea bream?). The rest had flavors and textures that felt off--some were overly chewy, others slimy, and a few were just difficult to eat. I also wish the sushi rice were stickier, as it fell apart more than expected. It didn't help that the waitress didn't explain which piece was which, so we were left guessing our way through the set. Overall, I'd still come back since we're at Stoneridge Mall often and the concept has a lot of potential. Next time, though, I'd skip the omakase set and order à la carte sashimi instead, focusing more on the skewers, ramen, or other tapas-style dishes. read more

Yuyake Dan Dan Japanese Tapas - Skewers: scallop, chicken thigh, pork belly - Izakaya Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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Stopped by for a quick lunch while shopping. They were not busy, so we were greeted and seated right away. We ordered hot tea and ordered after checking the QR code on our table. Tempura bento box- cute presentation and good portion Hamachi kama- fresh and flavorful! Hot soul roll- enjoyed the spicy tuna & serrano pepper Hamachi hamachi roll- You can never have too much fresh hamachi!! Restaurant was clean and decor was cute. read more

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Finally had a chance to try out this restaurant during happy hour. When I walked in they weren't so busy but by the time we left the place was packed. I tried 4 items from the happy hour menu Karaage chicken Fried calamari 4/5 Spicy tuna 5/5 Godzilla roll 3.5/5 I really enjoyed the spicy tuna, it's 6pc per order. The tuna tasted fresh, and the ratio of tuna to rice is perfect. I didn't realize Godzilla roll is a fried sushi roll. I don't normally order fried sushi but I'm glad I did. They sliced the sushi thinly and it wasn't overwhelmingly oily. Fried calamari is very good. The breading is not heavy and the calamari was cooked perfectly (not chewy). I don't try the karaage, it was ordered for my dinner companion and he didn't have any complaints about it. So I don't want to rate it. Overall I really enjoyed the place. They refilled my tea very promptly and the food came quite fast. This place is quite hidden. It is in the same aisle as Quickly, across from iSee Cream. read more

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I was craving some Japanese food after a long day of shopping in Livermore, and this place came up as a top option. It definitely did not disappoint. I loved every dish we ordered. The ramen was especially unique - you can add bone marrow, which was such a cool and flavorful twist. The broth wasn't too oily, and the marrow added a rich, satisfying depth. It was a great combo overall. We also had the 7-piece omakase. Everything was super fresh, and the sashimi slices were larger than I expected, which made it even more satisfying. The tapas options were also really good. I especially enjoyed the wasabi - it had just the right amount of spice. We tried the takoyaki too. It was tasty, but I was expecting more than four pieces. Honestly, six pieces would feel more reasonable for the price. The only downside was that we felt a bit rushed. I understand it can get busy, but the staff seemed overwhelmed and eager to move people along quickly. That said, the food was amazing, and I would definitely come back just for the quality alone. read more

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Ramen 4/5: Pleasant broth and tender beef. Average noodles. Tonkatsu Lunch 3/5: Meat a bit dry. Side salad is tiny. Double Hamachi Roll 4/5: Large pieces of fish without being clunky. I remove the jalapeños to get just a touch of heat. Overall experience 3/5: The menu can only be accessed by QR code and the layout is a little different than I'm used to. I wish they had a kid's menu -- it's the burbs after all. read more

My wife and I came across this hidden gem while we were shopping at Stoneridge Mall. And now it's probably my favorite ramen spot in the Bay! And I've been to A LOT. The main reason: their traditional paitan ramen! It's already a pretty substantial ramen with the shaved bonito, garlic, mushrooms, medium rare beef filet, oyster mushroom, and onsen egg. But what really caught my eye (and stomach) was the giant beef bone sitting in the bowl filled with mouthwatering marrow! And this wasn't a skinny bone where you really had to scrape to get any marrow out. No, this was a huge bone with A LOT of buttery flavorful marrow!! I've been here twice already. This latest visit we ordered the soft shell crab appetizer (delicious!) and I of course had to get the paitan ramen again, this time with an extra bone marrow. Totally worth it!! read more

Yuyake Dan Dan Japanese Tapas - Traditional paitan ramen with bone marrow. And another bone marrow on the side! - Izakaya Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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My girl and I are regulars here. Good food, friendly staff, good prices. We keep coming back because we get a friendly high quality meal at a good price. read more

I can't believe we just now finally ate here. Great Japanese tapas restaurant inside the mall. They had some interesting dishes that closely resembled and comparable to food we've had when we were in Japan. You'll need to look up what the dishes are though. The dishes are written in what they're called in Japanese, so if you're not familiar with the dishes-- highly recommend googling it as you look at the menu. They don't have descriptions of what the dishes are. At least none that I remembered, but I was only looking at their menu from my phone when I scanned the QR code at the table. Great dishes overall, but I don't recall what the names of the dishes I ordered. read more

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This place has a great variety of food for those who want cooked and raw. We came here on a whim because us parents didn't want Cheesecake Factory. What we found was a pretty darn great authentic japanese place in a mall.... Seems odd. The typical Mall Japanese places are all just Teriyaki chicken bowls and california rolls. This palce had great selection of true Japanese cuisine The service was on point. Empty dishes didn't sit for more than 10 seconds, they kept asking if we needed anything, but attentively, not annoyingly. Unfortunately, it is small so it may get packed. We went on a Sunday during lunch and (thankfully) didn't have to wait. Overall, we will definitely be going back. read more

Yuyake Dan Dan Japanese Tapas - Shrimp cake thing. Very good mostly because of the wasabi sauce. - Izakaya Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Noticed this spot while roaming around the mall and saw that they had a happy hour opening and decided to try it. The restaurant is pretty open with lots of legroom to move around. The menu for the happy hour has around 15-20 options so a good amount to fill you up. It took a little while to get all of our tapas but most ended up being pretty worht the wait. Fried Calamri: 5/5 incredibly crispy and meaty with a good amount of seasoning on the outside. paired with lemon and *chef's kiss* Karage: 3.5/5 crispy and filling but we've had better or just as good at most japanese establishments Yuzu Shishito: 2/5 controversial because my partner actually enjoyed it, but I have generally not liked shishitos as much and this one wasn't any different. Flavor wise it was ok but the bonito flakes were really fishy to me and so many of the Shishitos were incredibly spicy and usually I am pretty spice tolerant. Wasn't that pleasant for me but it may just be an acquired taste. Godzilla Roll: 3.5/5 Ok crunch but the sauces weren't too great in my opinion. Have had better crunch rolls at other joints. Salmon + Tekka Maki: 3/5 decent fish rolls that cleansed our palette to the other heavier greasier options. Overall a good place to chill and grab a few bites to eat at a decent price point. read more

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This izakaya restaurant's food quality is amazing! Very unexpected as a "mall" restaurant. I enjoyed the simplified QR code menu and the stars next to the more popular items. It made it easy for people like me to choose. Everything we had was delicious. - volcano tofu (4/5): minced pork was salty - agedashi tofu (5/5) - monster roll (5/5): soft shell crab roll, say less - hamachi maki (4/5): small roll, just fyi - pork belly skewer (4.5/5) - chirashi 25 pieces: all pieces super fresh!! - their most popular ramen (forgot name): very good umami flavor The service is just ok but the food came out quick and I enjoyed my time there. All my friends who have lived on east bay for a while were surprised at this place and is going to bring their families now! read more

I have been here for years since I moved to this area, and this place is legit in term of quality and overall taste. Speaking of price especially for Japanese food, and if you value the quality, you get what you paid for. They have the best ramen in the Tri Valley by far that I experienced, and I'm an Asian who love noodle so i guess my bar is high enough lol. Service is always nice, quick and attentive to the customers. The place is fam friendly with a minimal Jap interior design. read more

Yuyake Dan Dan Japanese Tapas - Izakaya Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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This is my go-to sushi place for any and all occasions. Good day? Yuyake. Bad day? Yuyake. The sushi is great, very reasonably priced, and they have a bunch of other items as well if you're feeling something else. It's a very warm and friendly environment to have a meal, and that's what keeps me coming back. read more

Grilled beef tounge, chicken cartilage, scallop are all delicious. Harmachi carpaccio is excellent with a kick of spiciness. Great food as always. read more

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I had a treat myself kind of day and Yuyake was one of my victims after going in the office. Tucked away in a corner of Stoneridge mall across poke and ice cream spots, you could easily miss it if you don't park near it. They have a happy hour 5-6:30p and a ton of yummy choices from izakaya style items (grilled bites) to bone marrow taipan ramen to fresh premium omakase from Japan. Menu is via QR code and the server was pretty prompt and explained the omakase menu options to me. Vibes were chill and what you'd expect from a popular Japanese restaurant on a Tuesday evening. Lots of parking since it's at a mall. I decided on the premium 10 piece omakase ($65) and was not disappointed. Select chef's choice with melt in your mouth fish (standouts were salmon toro, o-toro, butterfish) shrimp, uni, and scallop with flavorful accents and well made rice. That crispy shrimp head also had a ton of flavor and crunch! Wish they had spots like this closer to me! I'll just have to make it a treat whenever I go to the office. read more

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We've been with our family (including two kids) here several times, and it's always been on point. Fresh fish, great ramen and attentive service. Food just tastes authentic, simple and not overly complicated. Portions are on the smaller side (which is not unusual for Japanese fare), but the bento usually is pretty filling. It's a small space and can get busy on weekends, so plan accordingly. read more

4.3 Surprisingly at the entrance to Strobridge mall an authentic Japanese place, per my wife who is from Japan. The spider and dragon rolls were satisfying. The shishito peppers some were a but spicy but very tasty if beer was on hand. We liked the chicken hearts on the stick bbq also. Will be back to try happy hour 5-630 on Monday thru fridays read more

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I came during their soft opening years ago for yakitori and ramen, both were good, flavorful, and had solid service, but nothing mind blowing. This time I came back specifically for their beautiful omakase plate and it was SO GREAT for the value. It was $65 for 10 premium pieces and each one had amazing flavor, a unique touch, and that perfect balance of fattiness or bounce. I would absolutely come back and highly recommend this spot. I think this might be my new go to for omakase. Also, happy hour sake for $5... amazing! read more

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Good food and service and nice place but pretty expensive! I'd be back if invited and someone else paid lol read more

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Came in Tuesday night just missing their happy hour (5-6:30p). There were two tables and a pair at the bar with me when I entered. Didntnwaitndor a seat but probably waited 12-15 minutes to place my order. Spicy miso ramen + extra ramen. Waited about 30 minutes for my food. About 3 minutes before my food was ready the chef at the bar finally acknowledged my food was almost ready. A teenage girl as at the host stand and a teenage boy was serving. Upon checkout with the boy I requested 10% off and he did. I asked him if he realized the food took 30 minutes and he replied our kitchen was busy, which it did become. But I think some simple training especially for how to clear the table cause the young girl was hoovering over me waiting to refill my water and clear my table after and honestly if management told them to just take 10% off without prompt or even a side of edimame when they realized the kitchen became slammed would've gone a long way. Small $3 gestures go a long way. I can imagine on a weekend this place may be a nightmare to get good service. 3 stars for today. I'll come back on a weekend and see if I'm proven wrong. Score chart: 5 stars for obove and beyond 4 stars for meeting and beating what should be expected 3 stars for dropping the ball 2 stars for bad food / service 1 star for never return / never come here read more

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As much as I don't like hurting the business, my recommendation could only be: Don't come here if you are looking for good Japanese foods. The foods here first of all are not authentic Japanese foods, do not even meet Bay Area Japanese food standards, and without that requirement, are mediocre at best. But honestly, one shouldn't expect much other than mediocre overpriced foods at the mall. Lesson learned. read more

This little spot is hidden in the mall for a reason. It's a TREASURE to be found! Bar none, probably the best ramen I've had on the East bay. That's saying something (lots of great places). Great, deep ramen broth (not even speaking towards the more expensive bone broth) and good balance of noodles and fixings. The portions are not overly large or overly small. Just adequate. For $18 the lingering flavor and memories of goodness alone is worth it. Service is impeccable. Highly attentive and respectful staff. Bowing after every interaction. Who are we to deserve such reverence? We bow to you. Would recommend folks trying this place out for a quiet---speciality. read more

Yuyake Dan Dan Japanese Tapas - Spicy miso ramen - Izakaya Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Food was great first time trying a lot of different things HOWEVER.. this is why I wanted to leave a comment . My bill was $300 and I tipped $60 which isn't bad. Tell me why I seen on my bank account my total was $400. So the employee or waitress charged the tip amount to $100. I called and told them about it and all they did was refund me the $40. First time experiencing this. So becareful what you put down as tip and pay attention. read more

Ample parking located at Stoneridge by men's warehouse. Cute interior and open seats on a Sunday night. We loved the small plates, the variety and the freshness of the fish. Will be back to try additional items. I did have the wave the waiter down to order more food and to ask for refills on water. read more

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I love ramen! I've had delicious ramen in the Bay Area and Japan. My favorite ramen places in the Bay Area is Ramen Nagi and Hironori Craft Ramen. So when I try new ramen places, that's the bar I'm setting it at to compare. Yuyake is located inside Stoneridge Mall and is conveniently located by the entrance. If you're using Google Maps, it will take you to the correct parking lot and entrance. I ordered their spicy ramen for $18 and added bone marrow for an additional $9. The ramen has rare steak beef, oyster mushrooms, corn, and green onions. I requested the spicy ramen to be extra spicy. However, the ramen wasn't even extra spicy. It tasted like regular spicy, which is not spicy to me compared to other ramen places. The rare beef is unique, and I didn't mind it at all. Usually, ramen is served with chashu or sometimes kakuni. The broth is savory and tastes similiar to tantanmen or the red ramen at Ramen Nagi. The bone marrow is a must! The bone marrow elevated the ramen broth a lot. I scrape all the bone marrow into the broth and take the bone out so it's easier to eat. What could improve is their noodles. Their noodles is on the soft side, almost like instant ramen. Also, the broth came out warm, probably because of the cold egg and the rare steak that cooled it down. read more

Yuyake Dan Dan Japanese Tapas - Spicy ramen w/ bone marrow - Izakaya Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Yuyaki Dan Dan Izakaya is a hidden gem in the Tri-Valley. Easily one of the best ramen spots in the area--rich, flavorful, and seriously satisfying. The sashimi and rolls are on par with Amakara, but at a much better price point. What really stood out though were the seasonal and grilled dishes--everything we tried was spot on. Great spot for a casual night out. Definitely coming back. read more

The one shot oyster is fantastic. The sake is so smooth and it perfect combats and fishy aspect of the oyster. I was surprised to find that it was a real sake shot, but it was perfect. The sashimi bowl (for lunch) was also fantastic. Overall, both costed me 50$. The price point of this restaurant is a little high but it is very good. I would love to come back. read more

Yuyake Dan Dan Japanese Tapas - Sashimi - Izakaya Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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I came in for HH for the first time. The food was good at best, as the average was. The yellowtail was slightly fishy, and the karaage had tons of fat and straight fried chicken. No sauce or anything, a plate of fried chicken thighs. The tofu was simply tofu with sauce over it. It was a great deal, and the service was okay. A bit disappointed as I typically eat lots of Japanese food but not imoresedd Expectations is often low for the tri valley area, but this was very meh. read more

Not thrilled. Had high hopes but Those were dashed by the slow food service, room temp soup, lack of communication with service and poor cleanliness. Lack of communication: I ask about soups which I found out they do have ramen, but was told they only have miso. Cleanliness: the kids working were bussing tables and cleaning tables with their rags and then not washing and going to get silverware and putting all new stuff on tables and serving. There is a reason bussing and serving and seperate. Slow service: my miso came out. 20 min later my husbands came out room temp. The table next to us got all their stuff immediately, we waited an eternity for my husbands food to come out. They could have ar least brought his soup and salad out at the same time as time so his wouldn't be room temp. Not going back again for sure. The sashimi was ok. I've had much better in various places. read more

I liked the quality of the dishes there and the fact that I can enjoy them close to our home! Sashimi and sushi plates we ordered were delicious, I liked the sushi better as it has all the herbs and rice highlighting the fish taste... Grilled squid was surprisingly good too read more

Yuyake Dan Dan Japanese Tapas - Sashimi platter - Izakaya Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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My friend and I wanted sushi out in the Dublin area and stumbled upon this place on yelp. When I pulled up and realized it was at the mall, I became skeptical, but once the food started coming out, I realized this was a hidden gem! We ordered some nigiri, hand rolls and several skewers, and the food was absolutely delicious! I really can't wait to come back and try some more of their menu! The only thing I, personally, did not love is that the menu is a QR code, but given that they only serve fresh fish that is in season, and they have a limited amount, I get the why (i.e. it gets updated live as things run out). read more

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After 3 years, I got disappointed that how quick the quality went down hill on the quality. The lady recommended the grilled fish and it does not taste good, when you serve me a 45 fish I expected better quality not like this. The ramen also disgust me a lot, I can only taste MSG on the soup, unlike what I used to taste 3 years ago. Not considered to come back after this read more

Hot a 7 piece nigiri omakase for $30. I think the price is alright. The fish was pretty fresh. I did take out and it took about 10-15 minutes but there wasn't anyone. The menu is pretty limited I would say. They have seating indoor and outdoor! Usually when I pass by this place it is pretty packed. The only thing I didn't like was their soy sauce, they had the sweet kind. The wasabi also didn't have much of a taste (not sure how to describe but like that spice), had to use quite a lot. The rice to fish portion was pretty good! Maybe this is a place I wouldn't come to specifically, but if I was hungry and at the mall it's okay :) read more

Yuyake Dan Dan Japanese Tapas - 7pc omakase nigiri $30 - Izakaya Near Me - Pleasanton, California

Very yummy! The nigiri was incredibly fresh -- absolutely melted in my mouth. The chicken cutlet curry was another highlight: juicy, tender, and full of flavor. I also loved that the lunch set came with soup and salad, and the portions were generous. The restaurant is located inside the mall and has a cozy atmosphere with charming Japanese drawing-style décor. Surprisingly good overall -- I'll definitely be coming back! read more

Yuyake Dan Dan Japanese Tapas - Chicken Katsu curry - Izakaya Near Me - Pleasanton, California

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The food here is not bad but not great either. The menu has good selection for you to choose from. The waiter was attentive. The decor is good given the location of this restaurant is inside a shopping mall. The only disappointing thing is that the chef is not Japanese. That makes me feel that the Japanese food here are a bit unauthentic. read more