Hands down my favorite sashimi spot. I always get omakase here for special occasions. $48 and you get 10 of the most premium nigiri in the largest portions. The service is great. Sometimes it gets busy, so I recommend calling ahead just in case. 100% recommend this place to anyone who likes raw fish! Their rolls and udon are pretty good too. read more

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idk what happened since the last time we were here but we made a reservation for 4 people for 7:15, on a Monday night. half the party came in one car and got there to check in by 7. as the other half (me) got here right at 7:12, the first half went to check in for the party. walked in, no host. bathroom line? ridiculous. wait times WITH reservation? overflowing. we truly wanted to see if the service would improve, but were also hungry as we had 0 updates for 35 minutes and did not want to wait any longer. decided to eat elsewhere + AYCE for the wait time. I really hope this place improves in the service department soon. read more

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We were so hungry that I forgot to take photos of everything! I did manage to snap a few pictures and videos, but not all of the dishes. It was such a hot day, and all we wanted was a refreshing cold meal. One of the things I love about coming here is creating my own omakase. Unfortunately, they were out of one of my longtime favorites, the baby lobster. This time I ordered the Santa Barbara uni, ama-ebi, baby bluefin toro, and kanpachi. The Santa Barbara uni is still the highlight, rich, creamy, and absolutely delicious. It's still one of the best I've had, although I did notice the portions have gotten smaller. As a regular who's been coming here for years, I was disappointed with the bluefin toro and kanpachi. The bluefin toro lacked the buttery texture I remember, while the kanpachi was missing its clean flavor and firm, delicate bite. Overall, the quality didn't feel as consistent as it used to. We also ordered a few rolls and a bento box, which were decent. Service was a bit slow, although they seemed busy, and the ambiance was fine. I've brought many friends and family here over the years because this used to be one of my go-to sushi spots. It makes me a little sad to say this, but I do feel the quality has declined. I hope they can get back to the level that made them so special, but for now, it may be time for me to explore some new favorites. :( read more

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The food was good, but the service was very slow. We came here on a Monday at about 12:30pm for lunch. It was not very busy. There were maybe 5 other tables besides us. We ordered a lunch bento box, tempura udon, omakase, and a rainbow roll. The bento box came first. By the time the 2nd dish arrived (the udon), the person who ordered the box was just about done. Then when the omakase came, the udon was almost gone. Then after a few more minutes, the roll showed up, and by then, 2 of us were done eating and just watched the other 2 eat. Granted, it's very possible they may have been putting together a Togo or catering order, but that's information that should be mentioned while taking the order. read more

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Pulling up you will try and determine if the place is open and should you go in? The answer is yes!!! Amami is truly a hidden gem and a place locals tend to visit. The staff is very friendly and answered all my questions. The menu truly pays homage to perfectly prepared sushi with texture and flavor. read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

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Amazing sushi at affordable prices. Everything was delicious. Definitely ordered too much for two people but wanted to try so much. Everything was so fresh. Service was quick. I was just amazed by the variety and the price. If I lived closer, I would be here weekly. There are multiple locations around the bay. read more

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4/6/25 I'm embarrassed to say that I have been to Amami Sushi Bistro a few times and haven't had a chance to write a review for them haha. The last two or three times I came here with my husband for dinner. We had ordered a variety of sushi rolls, which all taste tasted fantastic. The dinner hours are super busy, but you can get seated fairly quickly like within 10 minutes or so (at least from our experiences). In terms of parking, I highly recommend that you find parking along El Camino instead of in their parking lot. The parking lot is extremely small and can be tight. The most recent time we went there was for lunch and we didn't have to wait for a table. Here's what we got: - Gyoza - Spicy scallop roll - Yaki udon (mine) - Bento box: beef teriyaki with california roll (his) After trying out the udon, I think the next time I come here, I will stick to ordering their sushi. Unfortunately, the udon was very bland. Another disappointing thing was that the beef teriyaki was still very raw on the inside. After informing the staff, they brought out a new plate of beef teriyaki, but it took 20 minutes. The gyoza and the spicy scallop roll were the best items we had that day. What is consistent though is that the staff are very attentive and quick to take away dirty dishes. Even though the udon was a bummer that day, I would still give them five stars for the delicious sushi and the great service we have had in the past. read more

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Affordable yet delicious omakase! One of my personal favorite places to get sushi. Their omakase set is under $50 for 10 LARGE pieces of nigiri. Each piece is carefully seasoned and flavored. Great option if you are looking for something slightly fancier than regular sushi but not as crazy as a $200 omakase meal. The restaurant does get very packed for dinner so I highly recommend that you call in the day before or at least a couple hours before to check for open reservations to reduce your waiting time. The restaurant is moderately sized with a moderate amount of seating. read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Omakase - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

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Tried Amami for the first time and got the: - Chicken Karaage: 4/5! It's not the typical karaage meat shape and more small tender like, but I actually like that! Good seasoning, just wish there was more since there was a big gap under the top chicken lol. - Red and White Roll: 3.5/5! The soft shell crab roll was really good, but I felt like the fish wasn't as fresh. - Lover's Boat: 4/5! Great mix of different fishes. The salmon was my favorite! Appreciated the tea on the house and the servers were nice! read more

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Roomier than the SSF location and has a little parking lot which is a big plus. Also not as quaint or upscale but more of a get the food in my tummy and don't worry about nothing vibe. I'm working and I'm hungry so let me eat and watch some tveeeeee. All kidding aside, the place has the same menu and plenty of fresh fish to select from. Rolls are tightly rolled with a good selection of toppings. They also have the Omakase Sushi of 10 chef's choice with fresh wasabi. Good service, roomy restaurant, no frills and a small parking lot with one handicapped spot. Street parking also available on busy El Camino Real. read more

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Went on a weekday for the lunch special. The service was a bit slow since there was only one waiter. The fish was just OK, it was quite wet and soggy. read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

Taste: 4 Creativity/Authenticity: 3.5 Atmosphere: 4 Service: 5 Bang for your buck: 5 Everytime I'm in SF and looking for sushi Amami always pops up, it's like LA version of katsuya. A good selection of fish, with many specials too. So of course I had to try after reading the reviews and had to get the infamous omakase. I have to say for the price and the selection of fish it's a great deal! My only criticism would be the cutting of the fish, def not very traditional, portion size were all over the place but still good. Service here was great, fast, attentive especially how busy this place got. Overall great experience and best part is the price, I usually walk of a sushi restaurant no less than $120 and this place to my surprise was less than that for all the sushi I got! Will def be back read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Omakase - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

Can't get enough of Amami's Omakase!!! Great nigiri pieces, super fresh and delicious sashimi, coupled with a clean environment and always friendly and efficient service.. this place just keeps me coming back over and over again. My default is their Omakase... 10 pieces of deliciousness ... always super fresh and just YUMMY!!! The service is prompt and super efficient. They never miss a beat in refilling your water or tea glasses, and always ready to get you more ginger or wasabi. Another great meal at Amami!! Thank you!! read more

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Really nice staff. I placed an order on Wednesday but I couldn't pick it up as my car ran out of battery. The sushi was okay but the service was stellar. Definitely can count on them to get you your food. read more

My husband and I always enjoy their raw bar here. Amami has always been one of those places for us where we dine if we are willing to spend. We see other customers order fusion rolls and tempura, but we always stuck with their raw bar. Truthfully, I would not recommend this as a place to sit and hang out with friends for more than 90-120 minutes. You won't be kicked out, but the team is hustling to manage a small restaurant space and serve all their walk ins for the evening. I encourage you to finish your meal and have a nightcap elsewhere. Start with their omakase and try their nigiris. Enjoy! read more

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The sushi here is always fresh and reasonably priced. Each piece in the omakase is wonderful, I especially love the scallop! Staff is friendly and usually offer a free scoop of ice cream at the end of your meal. Casual spot for dining, good for families and big groups. Parking is limited as they have a small parking lot. Better luck with street or residential parking in the area. read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Two sets of the omakase - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

Large pieces of superbly fresh fish with individualized flavorings for the $42 omakase makes this a great seal! Definitely better than anything in the South Bay--worth a detour! read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - $42 omakase was outstanding - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

Amami is easily one of my favorite places to get sushi in the area. Maybe even the Bay Area,. Actually, maybe even the state. Not only are the individual roles really good, but the omakase in my opinion is top-tier. A fraction of the price for what you'd expect to pay at a traditional Omakase. It comes on one plate, which makes it easy to eat and a nice photo opportunity. I just wish there was a little card telling us what we're eating. Something else that sets this place apart as they are able to accommodate those who have food, allergies. My daughter has an allergy to a few things and they were able to accommodate her. Easily one of my favorite sushi. This is an easy recommendation for me to give to friends visiting out of town. read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Omakase - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

Hands down best sushi in the bay. The quality is so amazing at affordable prices. I always go there for lunch and get the lunch special which is 7 chefs choice nigiri and a 6pc California roll but you can sub for another cut roll if you add a couple bucks. It also comes with a miso soup and salad. The cuts of fish are big and it is so amazing. Service is also good, always providing tea and ginger when they see that we are low. Good amount of tables in the restaurant and we don't usually have to wait but there might be a dinner wait. Fairly casual spot. Definitely check it out! read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Lunch Sushi Regular - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

I got their Chef's Choice Omakase, which came with 10 pieces of Nigiri for $42. It's not a traditional omakase where you get one piece at a time, but they serve all 10 on one plate. I had to ask the waiter to tell me what each piece was because he walked away right after serving it. But that's okay - service was fantastic. I got some additional Nigiri, including the toro with uni, and seared lobster. Delicious! Their prices are very fair and I had a great chat with the head sushi chef. Definitely check it out! read more

We walked in as a party of five this past Wednesday around 5:45 PM, without a reservation, and were seated within a few minutes. Service stayed consistent with that first impression: prompt, polite, and friendly throughout the meal. This is a restaurant we come back to from time to time, even though it's a bit of a drive. Portions are generous and pricing remains friendly, especially given the range of fish they carry. The chalkboard specials are worth checking: the selection can read more like a compact omakase list than a neighborhood sushi bar. The seared toro tartare was a clear standout: finely minced tuna gently torched, layered over rice, and topped with avocado and shiso. Balanced, rich, and satisfying without feeling heavy. The seared toro topped with uni delivered a similar melt-in-mouth appeal, the warmth from the rice bringing the two together beautifully. The Santa Barbara uni itself was clean and sweet, served gunkan-style with crisp nori that held its shape. The Kobe beef nigiri was a fun, indulgent twist: quick sear, gentle glaze, and a soft, buttery finish that didn't overwhelm the rice. From the kitchen, the agedashi tofu showed good control: crisp surface, silken interior, and a sauce that leaned savory and a touch sweet. We also tried a broad sweep of the white-fish lineup: ma-dai, kuro-dai, shima aji, kanpachi: plus both Norwegian salmon and ocean trout. The quality and temperature were consistent across the board, though visually it can get tricky when several similar pieces arrive at once. Servers are friendly but not always quick to identify which is which, which is totally understandable when fish like kanpachi and shima aji look nearly identical, as do salmon and ocean trout. The 49ers roll made a good reset between richer bites: light, citrusy, and well-balanced. Overall, Amami Sushi Bistro hits a comfortable middle ground between casual and elevated. It's not aiming for ceremony or theatrics, just honest execution and fair pricing for a broad range of seafood. Four stars in my book means I'd happily come back: consistent, well-run, and worth the drive when I'm craving good sushi without the omakase fuss. read more

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Tasty sushi - great selection - friendly service! Reasonable pricing. Will be going back.

Excellent Food & Service! 1st time dining here for lunch. I was looking for high protein dishes. *Got Sashimi Regular (chef's choice 10 piece). Very thicc slices. Tasted good and fresh. Came with rice, soup and salad. *Steamed Monkfish liver - novel item. Tasted good and packed w protein! *Melt in your Mouth roll (8 large pieces) - highly recommend this one. Lives up to its name and got me to dance in my seat. It's got Toro, avocado and eel with a little spicy sauce. Amount of rice wasn't overwhelming so you can really taste the fish. Loved this one and would get it again! *Teriyaki Chicken to go. I requested no salad, soup and rice since I had them earlier and will have leftover rice from sashimi dish. He said he will make it into an appetizer so it's cheaper. Idk what exactly that means bc I got a lot of teriyaki chicken, saved a few dollars and didn't waste food. Win-Win! *Free scoop of ice cream at the end. Very delicious and kind of them!! I got strawberry red bean and another table got green tea. I don't know any other restaurant anymore that does this so it's SUPER SICK!! Ambiance was nice. Chef and Sushi Chefs were all friendly, hard working and serviced with a smile. I really love this place and will absolutely be back!! read more

Been here a couple times and it's safe to say its my favorite sushi restaurant around here!! All of their sushi tastes fresh and nicely wrapped. They put just the right amount of sauce and clearly care about their craft. Also, it does not take long for the food to come out. The shrimp tempura (5/5) was perfectly hot and crispy. They give you a a lot and each piece is a nice size. I can tell it was made fresh to order. The Amami Special (5/5) was very creamy and soft. You can tell there is real crab inside. The Melted in the Mouth (5/5) is one of my favorite rolls there. They are not kidding when they say it melts in your mouth. All of the flavors go so well together and they are buttery soft. Also, the rice is warm and soft, not soggy. Next, the Eel Lovers roll (5/5) tastes like the most jam packed unagi in a roll that you can imagine. The eel was sweet and tender. Highly recommend if you love unagi. The Lion King (4/5) not pictured was a bit small but nonetheless great flavor. I like that they don't overload it with sauce unlike other spots. Also it is easy to fall apart when you pick it up. The inside is imitation crab instead of real crab. The Crab Lovers (4/5) is for soft shelled crab lovers. The crab was crispy and contrasted the avocado nicely. This roll however was not very memorable compared to all of the other exceptional rolls we've had. The real crab on top is less noticeable in this roll because of the fried crab filling. Lastly, my new favorite will have to be the Wild Boy (6/5!) we got it without the wasabi sauce. Every part of the roll shined, from the large scallop on top to the spicy tuna. It was such a delightful roll. Nothing was fishy or off. I love the pairing of all of these fresh seafood. While it can be a bit loud even on the weekdays the food makes up for it. They also offered complimentary green tea and red bean ice cream at the end. read more

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Amami is my twice a year guilty pleasure. I usually go to a cheaper place in San Carlos or Redwood City, but I go to Amami when I want a nice treat for myself. I always get o-toro and uni (from Santa Cruz for freshness instead of Hokkaido). Lines can be long if you don't come early or don't call ahead, and for good reason. Service is fine, and you get hot tea at your table. Tables can seat some groups but easiest if you come with 4 or fewer guests. Otherwise, solid spot in San Bruno. read more

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first time here and of course i had to get the famous omakase !! did not disappoint even though my group had lichrally just eaten a bowl of noodles beforehand, we still inhaled all the pieces of sashimi :D first few bites are heaven, the wasabi is S-tier quality, i lov the barely tea too. we also ordered the scallops special (not on menu anymore) and it was so creamy hehe ice cream hits after too despite me wanting to EXPLODE read more

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My go to for an affordable cheap and easy omakase. The fish is always fresh and they give you really long pieces. Rice to sashimi ratio on point as well. As for the appetizers, I got the tofu and Edamame. They're what you expect, nothing special. Tofu had a sweet teriyaki sauce and was crispy. Now you might think I'm crazy for ordering the California roll with my omakase but I will say this is a very solid roll. It's very creamy and the rolls are thick so you are getting your value for sure. I know that they have several locations but I personally prefer this one only and I will be back. I think I've come enough where they remember my order now and the waiter is so kind. I usually get the server, Linda and she's amazing. The restaurant itself is quite small so if you're coming around peak dinner time, you might be expecting to wait a while (but it's worth the wait!). read more

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Another impressive sushi dinner Never disappointed and always fresh Reservation is a must read more

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There are very few restaurants I would legitimately rate above a 4.2. My newest favorite Japanese restaurant on the Bay. I'm typically very whelmed by Blank Teriyaki in Japanese restaurants. Many restaurants in the US (and especially CA) take the lazy route of slathering bottled, prepackaged teriyaki sauce on frozen meats and serving it without a thought. I'm not shaming this, and it is delicious to many, but it is also not representative of the progenitor dish in any significant way. Much of the restaurant industry is now an assembly process rather than an edible art form. And worse off, you can taste it. Amami, however, cooks teriyaki direct from sauces, and it makes a world of a difference. It frequently feels like, and really should be, the bare minimum. But things would be much different if it were. Both their beef and salmon teriyaki were excellent. We had the Romeo & Juliet and Melted in Your Mouth rolls. The shaping is passable at best, but flavor and freshness were good. I hope they add more "unique" rolls, as many sushi restaurants in CA have the typical fill in the blank sports team roll, the spider roll, etc-- they're tried and true classics but do get monotonous. $27/head for the Dinner Combo is a bit pricey-- but a $20 fare for a similar combo with 3-4 pcs of sashimi is not uncommon amongst JP restaurants in the Bay Area. Their Dinner Combo has 6pcs of sashimi, so in all, about a $5 premium for a more authentic teriyaki. read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Romeo & Juliet Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

This is my favorite sushi restaurant. The best sushi rolls, fresh sashimi and amazing service. Always consistent and satisfying. read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Rainbow roll, Double tuna roll and LA roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

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One of the best omakase sets I've ever had, for both the price and quality! This place has been on my bucket list for a while, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for fresh fish at a reasonable price. The restaurant is on the smaller side but service is quick and efficient. 100% will be coming back! read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Omakase - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

Very poor take out experience. Flavor and quality were extremely lacking. The amount of fish on here was insulting and extremely thin and the rolls fell apart upon picking them up. The meat in the Niku udon was tough and gristley. It is not the soft ribbony meat that is pictured on the menu. read more

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Tried the other Amami Sushi in my neighborhood last Sunday night. I never tried it because the parking availability is always not great. However, we celebrated a buddy's belated birthday so I had my first opportunity. It was very good. The joint was packed for a Sunday evening and we were lucky to snag the last four-top. I'll be brief, this place was great. The sushi there was just as good as the other Amami. This guy ordered the Dragon Roll and the Tiger Roll. Wonderful. I tried to eat them as slowly as possible instead of gobbling them down like I had just returned from Survivor Island. It was not easy. Our buddy also enjoyed his bday dish and cleaned his plate like a champ. And our other friends also ate like there was no tomorrow. Service was very good and they never let us be forgotten, even this it was a packed house. To sum up: an excellent place for Japanese in my town. To quote the T-800; Ill be back. Check the pics. read more

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I've been here a couple of times and it's often busy so try to go early if you can. It's also best to carpool since there's limited parking. The first time I went I ordered the omakase and the fish tasted fresh. For the second visit, I ordered the Amami Special Roll - unagi, crab, and cucumber inside, topped with avocado that was perfectly ripe. We also had the salmon teriyaki and asked for it not to be well done and it was cooked to our liking. This came with a salad that had a good amount of dressing and lukewarm miso soup. The food came quickly but the service was mediocre. Although the servers checked on us, they didn't offer to refill our water. The tables were too crammed and close to each other that neighboring tables could hear our conversations and vice versa, and we barely had any personal space. The food quality seems the same as other locations so you can't go wrong going to any of them. read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Salmon Teriyaki, 8 Piece Amami Special Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

One of my favorite sushi places in the bay! I shared a lover's boat, which had an excellent mix of sashimi (hamachi, albacore, maguro and salmon), nigiri (same as above with ebi), California Roll and a spicy tuna roll. We also got a rainbow roll. Their Karaage was very crispy and the chicken was moist and tender. The fish was fresh and tasted very clean. The salmon as always was excellent. The Rainbow Roll was also a very big portion. The only thing I disliked was the cucumber in the spicy tuna roll, but it was my bad for not asking for no cucumber. Since as we all know cucumber has no place in sushi, lol. Absolutely a great experience with great service! My son and I really enjoyed this. read more

Service was fine. Docking the stars because the entire dining area smelled like cigarette smoke. There was a guy who was smoking right outside the door, and all the smoke just wafted into the dining area. I was originally seated near said door and basically was coughing due to the smoke and asked to be moved. The server was accommodating and I let her know that the smoke was overwhelming since the guy was right outside. Sushi itself was just ok, wasn't the best quality. And it's not like it's cheap either. Not worth going back for me for these reasons. read more

Called in on a Sunday night and was able to reserve a table which was great because as we parked, there were people entering and there were plenty of people waiting as we ate and as we were leaving. Restaurant isn't the biggest but service is efficient and everyone is very welcoming. Kids love their Japanese food. Eldest (12) ordered the chicken katsu entree. Comes with soup and salad. She ate it all. Plenty of food to share a few pieces with her little sister. Another (9) ordered sushi.... She loves her sushi! An Alaska roll and a salmon lovers roll. She ate ALL of it. She was very happy. I ordered the beef teriyaki entree. It came with soup and salad but my little one (6) took it all! She enjoyed MY soup and salad very much. It's her favorite part of the meal. Beef teriyaki was delicious. The meat is tender and the flavor is yummy. We all enjoyed our meal!! If you're planning on going there, call in first and maybe they can save you a table. Definitely worth the effort. Parking is scarce. Street parking and very few in the lot in front. Plan accordingly. Food and service are worth it. read more

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Came at around 6pm on a Saturday night and we got lucky to snag the last table before a line started forming. I heard great things about the sushi and the omakase that you can get for about $42. Items ordered: - Hamachi Kama: Great flavor, not as much fish to eat but was still able to eat some. - Omakase: 10 pieces picked by the chef and they were all so delicious! I can't choose a favorite but each piece came with a large piece of fish on top and was paired nicely with the condiment/topping it came with. Definitely worth the price for what you get! You can easily feel full after eating this set. - Melt in your mouth roll: This dish caught my eye for its unique flavor and ingredients (toro in the middle and unagi on top of avocado) and I would get again! If we didn't get the omakase too I think I would've been satisfied with this roll plus another roll. read more

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This review will be short and sweet. The food was just OK, nothing memorable. Their service was non existent. We won't be returning. read more

I love coming here for their omakase set, since it's an affordable omakase set with fresh pieces of nigri. Their nigri are long pieces, which makes the omakae set even better! It includes fresh wasabi, which is such a game changer when eating sushi. I also enjoyed their chicken karage; it was crispy and delicious! Service is fairly quick and they fill up our tea cups often when they notice our cups are empty. 10/10 recommend coming here for delicious sushi! read more

Amami Sushi Bistro - Chicken Kara-age - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Bruno, California

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