The rolls so amazing ,the have very good service and the place look very clean and organized

First of all being Hapa/Japanese and Spanish and being allergic to mono sudden glycinate/MSG freaking sucks!!! Not only am I allergic to my own cultural food, but I'm allergic to MSG which is always in soy sauce unless the location uses tamari. I heard about this place on Instagram and I was so excited and thrilled to see I could order slices of individual sushi pieces and make up my own personal bento box. I was thrilled!! My Foodie Friend and I had to drive 40 minutes away to come visit this enchanting shop and we were so excited!! This particular day it was freezing cold over there so we didn't order any drinks, but they looked delicious! Both servers were very patient as I asked 9 million questions since I couldn't have any of the sushi rolls that had soy sauce in them, and the Chef even came out to double check a couple items! Everything was delicious and had such great flavor and freshness!! Ambience was very cute and quaint like you were in a side street of Japan and all the tables were actually filled outside so we were lucky to get a seat inside since we were freezing cold!! I will definitely come back here again and again!! I want to try one of their strawberry cream, cheese sandwiches! And definitely their Matcha!! read more

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Want delicious sushi but have time constraint? This is the place to go to. They had many options ready for you. From inari, to nigiri, and to special rolls, they all were flavorful. I wish it was more fresh but it was still tasty. I think the rice consistency couldve been better but that might be a personal preference. The strawberry cream sando was not worth. The cream was overpowering and not as much strawberry flavor I was hoping for. read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

This would be a great concept in SF in Fidi. Think a bunch of go-to individual sushi items, but quality egg (i assume they made in house), sushi with smaller toppings (ie. sauces, tobiko, etc) to give it a tasty bite, and just general US to go style based sushi. If you are expecting Japanese sit-down restaurant type fish, this isn't that kind of space. Someone mentioned store bought sushi quality, which is kinda right. The egg salad sandwich was tasty! Prices are a tad more expensive, but it has to do with the location, etc. There is no bathroom tho. This a Chipotle style sushi spot - fast casual to go, etc I gave this spot 4 stars, because of the concept, different and yet well known sushi, being open in the middle of the afternoon, friendly staff, sandwich, and the option to get as much or little food as you need. This is a great kid afternoon spot by yourself, or with family and friends, etc I nice pre-happy hour, post lunch, first or second date spot, early morning sushi spot, grabbing a snack when walking your dog, etc read more

This place struck me as more of a takeout spot or sushi snack box pickup than a restaurant, but the quality of the ingredients was solid. I definitely preferred the nigiri over the rolls. Some of our favorite bites were the salmon aburi, crispy tuna rice, and scallop inari. Everything was fresh and nicely prepared. It's definitely a place that leans into aesthetics, but it's a fun experience if you like being able to pick. read more

Buri Buri - Sushi boxes! - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

Saw Buri Buri right when we pulled up nearby for paid street parking. It's a great place to get some nigiri, sushi, etc. for a alight snack, since filling up the entire tray box for a filling lunch is definitely going to cost you a pretty penny. Despite this, the quality, freshness, and uniqueness of the sushi offered here and the fact that you're at Burlingame Coat Factory neighborhood makes sense. There's super limited counter seating inside, but you get complimentary water and tea and you can grab soy sauce, wasabi, and ginger. You can sort of sit outside on the bench, but it's super windy, so this is probably more of a take out place than anything. If you're not feeling sushi rolls or nigiri, you can also get some pre-made fridge sandos here (I saw egg salad during our visit), various bentos with potato salad and veggies with a weekly chef special or with classics like unagi or pork katsu, or you can get their homemade soup of the day. For our order, we got the: saba (mackerel), pressed spicy tuna sushi, maguro tuna, sea bream, hamachi (yellowtail), and Sanma fish. I had to get at least one pressed sushi since it's not offered very often and it's cube shape is pretty unique and cute. It's not bad. Had some bonito flakes and sliced jalapeno on it for a kick. I don't usually see sanma fish either, which is nice. All the fish was fresh and had a good texture to it. Altogether this was over $20 and it barely filled up a row for the box, so keep that in mind so you don't accidentally build a $100+ box. Not bad, service was helpful in answering our questions and keeping everything stocked. read more

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This "build your own sushi box" had been popping up on my social media for a while, and I finally got to try it!! It lived up to the hype. -You get to try different kinds of sushi as you pay by the piece. They have nigiri, rolls, and stuffed inari. The stuffed inari is more hefty since it's more rice, so that will likely fill you up more lol. -Fish quality was decent -I preferred the nigiri over the rolls. The roll variety was ok. I did feel like there were a lot of California roll based rolls or shrimp tempura and the shrimp tempura was a little soggy... I would've appreciated more rolls that actually had fish inside too. -They also have vegetarian options -First responder discount!!! My tip would be to actually order the miso mushroom carbonara udon for $16.95, which was unexpectedly better than I thought it would be given this is a "sushi" place, and then you can share with someone to fill you up a bit more. It was creamy, hearty but not too overpoweringly rich. There are not many tables to actually eat at the restaurant. It's definitely more of a grab and go. Overall, it was a unique experience and I'd be back for sure. Friendly service! read more

perfect to pick up before a summer picnic!!! maybe not as fancy as aii Kiji but everything was honestly good; sushi is fresh and beautifully presented, and the build your own feature is amazing. I must say the price is definitely unfriendly...even for this area IN the Bay Area. Would love to see some deals read more

Buri Buri - Selection - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

Came in 30 minutes before closing to grab a small box. They still had tons of options and it all looked very fresh. It was delicious and it's nice for a solo diner since you get to pick lots of variety. Definitely will be back if I'm craving sushi to go or have any errands in the area to run! read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

I love this place and have stopped by a few times whenever I'm in the area. I really enjoy the assorted sushi selection and the variety they offer. You can pick exactly what you want and how many pieces, then have everything packed into a bento box, which is such a great way to try a little bit of everything. It's definitely a busy spot, and they also offer plenty of non-sushi options like udon bowls, sandwiches, and other items. One thing to keep in mind is that it can get pricey, so it's a good idea to ask about pricing before getting carried away -- otherwise, you might end up with a pretty hefty box! Parking is tricky, you need to park at meter parking, and or close by. That said, the quality and taste are excellent. The shiitake mushroom roll, tuna rolls, and salmon rolls are fantastic. Definitely worth trying! read more

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Stopped by Buri Buri for a quick bite with my cousin. It was our first time here, and the gentleman helping us was patient while we took a look at all the options they have a great variety to choose from, which made it a little hard to decide in the best way. I really liked their concept of building your own sushi boxes, where you can mix and match different items and the prices are clearly listed on the side, which makes it super easy to customize based on your budget and appetite. I ended up getting a bunch of different options, and while some of the sushi tasted really fresh, a couple pieces felt a bit on the stale side. They also have a small seating area in the front that's nice for a quick stop, though it can get pretty packed. Overall, I'd probably give it another try because when the sushi is fresh, it really hits, but it feels a little inconsistent depending on what you pick. read more

Buri Buri - Sake Nigiri, Double Salmon Roll, Grass Cali Roll, Double Hamachi Roll - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

I love this place! Great concept for sushi especially if you want to try a variety of sushi rolls without paying $20+ for one roll! I came here twice so far and the sushi is delicious! The sashimi are fresh! You can order a large or small box. I opted for a small box which fits at least nine pieces with two of them bring nigiri(s). The way it works is they charge per piece of sushi depending on what style you pick. Service is quick as everything is already displaced in front. There are limited seatings from inside and outside. They also have water and tea available for customers, which makes it feel more homey! I work very close by so I am sure I will become a regular here. Definitely will be back to try their miso carbonara udon next time! Note: They offer healthcare workers an automatic discount! Super sweet! read more

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Stopped by last week to pick up some late lunch and came for the rolls and sushi but the chicken sando was the Star! Everything was good but the sandwich was delicious. It was the perfect crisp with a rich sauce and soft bread. Will definitely be back! read more

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I was actually quite surprised with the quality of the sushi here. I got a whole variety of pieces and I really feel like you can't go wrong with what you choose here. The rolls seemed fresh and the inari were delicious. I also got the chicken teriyaki bento and this milky drink. The value was worth it in my opinion. I liked not having to order a whole role so I can sample many different ones. My kids loved the chicken teriyaki. It looked tender and nicely cooked and the little lotus chips, edamame, tomatoes, and other sides were a nice touch. The parking situation on a Friday afternoon was not ideal, but we eventually found parking on the next street over read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

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I went on an early afternoon, and needed a quick grab and go lunch. The transaction went by so fast, just name what I wanted, pay, and leave. I was actually so excited to try this place, but why was it soo mid?!? It's a super cool concept with a bento of sushi with whatever roll or nigiri you want. Nothing about it is telling me to go back and try this place again :( The prices were expensive, if you're not smart about it you'll be shocked with what you pay for. Service was fast, the prices are either in front of the sushis itself or on the sides. We'll see if I ever make my way back. read more

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Ever since Buri Buri came to downtown Burlingame, I've been here twice and loved it! Yes, it's a bit pricey since you pay per piece. BUT, compared to other "build-your-own" sushi box restaurants, it's more affordable! They have a good variety of nigiri's, specialty rolls, inari's, and pressed sushi. So hard to resist that I had to get almost two of everything! Worth knowing that they update their menu daily and have a rotation based on freshness of the sushi/ sashimi! read more

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I had recently visited a build-your-own sushi box restaurant in Seattle, and was SO excited to see Buri Buri open in Burlingame. My friend and I stopped by for dinner on a Monday evening. The interior was small and casual, with minimal decor and only one real table for seating. They also had a few benches outside, but Buri Buri is definitely intended for takeout. I immediately noticed that the sushi selection was limited. By 6:30 PM, they had run out of many roll and nigiri varieties, so it's probably better to go for lunch. The nigiri was more expensive than I had expected, but the rolls were more reasonably priced. Overall, I really liked the business model of being able to mix and match, and control your own portion size. The quality of the nigiri was generally good. However, the rice was a bit dry from sitting out in the open and kept falling apart into my soy sauce. I had been most excited about the Pressed Tuna Roll, but wasn't crazy about the execution. However, I did enjoy the nigiri and Double Hamachi Roll. Service was quick and friendly! read more

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I finally got to check this place off my list!! I've been eyeing it ever since someone posted it on Instagram. We arrived right at opening and I was so overwhelmed with the amount of options. They all look so freaking good. There were 2 size boxes and I went with the bigger size. I felt like a kid at a candy store. That one, that one, that one. So hard to resist. Good variety of inari, nigiris, and sushi rolls. Honestly it was love at first bite. I devoured all of my food. Food was definitely fresh because I went early in the morning. Staff were super friendly and welcoming. Not a lot of seating tho but they do have foldable tables and seats. I can't wait to come back for more!! read more

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Love the concept of pick your piece from a buffet of rolls! The prices add up quickly and my total came out to about $21 for a light lunch portion. Everything was extremely fresh. Limited seating outdoors. read more

Buri Buri - Small box - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

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Great value with lots of choices! I appreciate the vast selection of sushi, yubus, rice dishes, and more! This spot is located next to the Burlingame Caltrain, so if you ever are close by and need a bang-for-your-buck meal, this might be it. There is parking around but it may be limited, heads up! Buri buri is unique to most restaurants and sushi spots in the Bay Area because of how they serve their sushi boxes. This is a grab-and-go place where you can get any pre-prepared bowls and sides, but you can also customize a box of your choice of nigiri, sushi rolls, yuba, and more. You just need to line up, and the workers there will go down the line and stock up your box for you with your selection. The inside is nice and inviting, but they do not have any seating inside, and when I went, there were only 2 tables outside. With the small selection I made (5 pieces) it came out to $14 which was not bad at all! I would say when it comes to quality, do not expect a Michelin star-level bites where the fish melts in your mouth, but expect a meal that satisfies a craving. The worker there recommended the torched salmon nigiri and the salmon yubu and I did end up really liking it. I would definitely come back again to try their other items. read more

Buri Buri - Yubu, nigiri, sushi - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

This spot just opened recently in Burlingame and it's such a fun twist on your typical sushi spot. I've had this place bookmarked for quite some time and finally got to try it! Instead of ordering full rolls, you can build your own sushi box piece by piece -- mixing and matching exactly what you want. Your box is super customizable depending on your cravings. Their menu rotates daily based on what's fresh, so you're always getting high-quality ingredients at their peak. They offer a variety of nigiri, inari, pressed sushi, and specialty rolls! Everything I tried was fresh, tasty, and honestly pretty reasonably priced for the quality. They also have bento boxes and sandos (saving that for next time). Highly recommend checking this spot out if you're in Burlingame -- customizable, filling, and perfect for a quick sushi fix! read more

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Stopped by for a quick pick up. This area has street parking only. This is a unique concept. Pick a box and select the different types sushi you like in the box. They charge by the piece you want. It is a bit on the pricey side but their quality is good. End up spending a lot without noticing it. Overall great quality and sushi was delicious. read more

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Pleasantly surprised by Buri Buri - in a good way! My husband and I were in the area for a different matter and I had remembered Buri Buri was popping up frequently on my TikTok so we had to make our way over... not that it was hard to convince him... just say sushi and he'll jump. We arrived about an hour after opening and their display case was pretty full which was great for us to create our own box. For about 10 pieces, we paid $28 and I don't think that's a bad price for the variety we got. The fish tasted fresh, the rice held up together pretty well, free water and tea available, and the seats outside was lovely. read more

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More like a 3.5? The shop is rly cute and the service is great. They explained all the sushi to me and introduced some of the hot items that were made fresh. I could smell the sushi rice before i even entered the doors. The raw pieces were really delicious. & Its not just plain fish (which wouldve been fine as well) but buri buri drizzles some sort of sauce on it and its fills your mouth with umami. However, i did not rly like any of the roll pieces. I mean, personally its just tempura or CA roll and that gets boring quick. This place is great for pics obviously, but you pay per piece so it adds up quickly. read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

An awesome place for superb grab n go sushi!! This is a casual sushi counter where they sell everything one piece at a time. Even rolls like Dragon Rolls are sold by the individual SLICE, not by the entire roll! All rolls and nigiri reside behind a glass-walled counter. Wait in line, and when it's your turn, you just tell them which size take out tray you want, and as you scan what's available, you just tell them which pieces of sushi to load onto your little take out tray. mix and match by the piece! How awesome! Pay when you get to the end of the counter. It's excellent. Fish quality is quite good. I really loved my first visit here (even went back for seconds). I definitely can't wait to be back here! Limited seating alas this is more of a grab 'n go place. Friendly service with happy folks behind the counter. Business is pretty good here.. I got there about 20 minutes before noon, and people were beginning to queue up inside. They were bringing out new sushi every few minutes during lunchtime. read more

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Came on a Saturday 4:30pm and there was good amount of street parking available. Went inside the restaurant and was disappointed with the lack of variety. We got 10 pieces of sushi which came out to over $30. It felt overpriced but at least the fish was fresh. The concept is great but I don't think I'd come back unless they offer more variety. read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

Came here at 3:40 pm on a Tuesday, wasn't packed at all, lines flowed fast. PARKING: street parking mostly, some parking lots around the area since this is like a downtown shopping district. SURROUNDING: place is fairly small, only one table and chair to eat at, rest were pretty much benches, nice small space if you want something quick or on the go. FOOD: mixed bento of sushi + rolls, website offers the menu Unagi bento - super good, love the ribboned egg, comes with a few edamame and I loved the fried lotus root. Mango & regular matcha latte - nice umami taste, the mango had such a vibrant taste that complimented the flavor of the matcha well. You do not have to fill the whole box which is unique and helpful if you want specific sushi or rolls, they are super flavorful and fresh. read more

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This place is a great idea in concept, but execution was ehhh. The good: - Unique flavor combinations - Multiple flavors, you don't have to commit to one - You can get as much or as little as you want Ehhh: - The rolls had thin slices of fish and most were filled with imitation crab. I would skip these and only go for the nigiri. The nigiri is more expensive ofc. - For a $50 box, I think I'd prefer the omakase box from another spot or a chirashi bowl. read more

Buri Buri - $50 - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

Good concept but execution needs work. I tried a bunch of pieces (spent $60+) and every piece had way too much rice. The rice was also very compact, mushy, and cold. Several pieces (squid, sea bream) were ridiculously chewy. Not all pieces tasted fresh. This is very much a grab-and-go place. They only have 2 seats inside and 1 small table outside. read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

This is a great concept! Small or large pieces of sushi rolls allow for a customized sushi experience. We were able to snag one of the few indoor tables. I was in love with the fresh tuna, hamachi and salmon. The aesthetics were amazing on the complex rolls and the taste matched the pretty rolls. The one thing I do not abide is fake crab. I am not a surimi fan and it is an ingredient in so many of thw rolls. However, the owner said that real crab will be coming soon. The free barley iced tea is such an added bonus. It tastes healthy and refreshing. read more

Buri Buri - Delicious options - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

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We had this catered for our office lunch Everything was so fresh and yummy. Egg / shrimp / pork Sando read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

Clean and cute storefront, walkable from the weekend farmers market! They have some seating outdoors but no shade for a sunny day. I wish they had a menu or put their rolls in the first half of the counter. It was really hard to decide which rolls to get on the spot. Their inari and nigiri weren't bad but the last few from the batch are a little beaten up and lacked sauce. read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

I appreciate the concept where you can just essentially get a sampler of pieces for variety instead of committing to a full roll at normal restaurants. However, this adds up since they charge by piece depending if it's a nigiri or part of a roll. You have a choice between a small and a large box. They'll let you know when you're nearing the limit of how many they can fit in there. Also available are already made items like fruit and savory sandwiches along with rice bowl items. Got myself a small box and a fruit sandwich - total plus tax and tip was $40+. Food was ok - pretty fresh but nothing special. If I do go back, I'd skip the fruit sandwich. The bread was way too thick for the amount of filling ($9.99). Free water and iced tea (loved this) near the condiment station. read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

I was so excited to experience Buri Buri in downtown Burlingame, and it did not let me down! The store is on the fringes of it, which makes parking a bit easier but foot traffic a bit slower. I love a good build-your-own experience, and the nigiri and rolls here were delicious. I got 4 salmon nigiri, an unagi nigiri, TNT rolls that the worker recommended, and a curry croquette for $28. I enjoyed my meal plenty. The curry croquette was really yummy, I believe them when they say that they're made fresh every day! The rolls were tasty and the right amount of saucy. The nigiri was good, it won't knock your socks off but it's good quality fish and has a good fish to rice ratio! The interior has seating and it feels very chic and fits in with the rest of the downtown scene so much. This is a fantastic lunch for people that are on the go, people who want to experience a unique concept, or for those that want a bit of sushi (not too much!). read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

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These days, aesthetics drive traffic so Buri Buri is winning! Opening in December 2025, Buri Buri is a food truck turned brick and mortar that has been popping off on socials for curate-your-own sushi box. Nigiri and sushi roll pieces are $2.35-$3.25 each. They also sell sandos and bento boxes. MY PICKS * Torched Sake (Salmon) Nigiri x2 * Sake (Salmon) Nigiri x2 * Hamachi (Yellowtail) Nigiri * Maguro (Tuna) Nigiri * Tai (Sea bream) Nigiri * Spicy Sake + Maguro Inari * Dragon Roll w/ unagi, shrimp tempura, avocado, cucumber, crispy green peas, tobiko, crispy onions * Double Sake Roll w/ salmon, avocado, cucumber * Kaisen Roll w/ lobster, shrimp tempura, avocado, cucumber, bonito * TNT Roll w/shrimp tempura, tuna, crab salad, chili oil, crispy onion, spicy mayo Total for 12 pieces: ~$35 (+) Great for those who love variety and can't commit to a whole sushi roll. (+) Photogenic nigiri crowned w/ tobiko, and kizami wasabi. (+) Torched sake nigiri was the best one with its smoky flavor and creamy, umami rich mayo. (+) Complimentary self-serve iced green tea. (+) One dog-friendly outdoor table. (-) American grocery store chain quality sushi at casual sit-down resto prices, at least to me. (-) Poor neta:shari ratio. Thin cuts of fish on top of thicccc rice pads. Seems like they've shrunk their fish portions since their grand opening. (-) The sushi rice is cold, dry, kinda hard, and plain. The temperature and texture marred each piece. (-) Some neta (hamachi and maguro) were fishy and the shrimp tempura inside the rolls were soggy. (-) Around 12 pm noon, the sushi rolls tasted like they've been sitting out for a while. Some weren't rolled tight, unraveling when picked up. (-) When a new tray comes out, they'll give you the leftover pieces from the previous tray. Overall, Buri Buri is a creative concept that seems to work in Burlingame. IMO, execution needs work for longevity esp compared to grab 'n go sushi spots like Ebiko and Aji Kiji in the city. read more

Buri Buri - Torched Sake Nigiri ($3.25) - best bite of the CYO sushi box! - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

I needed a mid-day pick-me-up. (i.e., lunch) so my bestie and I decided to get boba... and then realized we needed actual nutrition-- thankfully Buri Buri was just around the corner! We'd been wanting to try it for awhile and didn't initially realize it was close by. This was our first build-your-own-sushi experience and did not know what to expect out of a small box. The sushi box real estate is definitely suited best for sushi rolls. But, I was essentially paying for the real estate and not the box's weight so I decided to grab a whole bunch of inari--namely the Salmon Tuna Poke inari and Spicy Mayo Salmon Tuna. I got about 8 pieces in there. It was overall very delicious and fresh! Fish quality is great. This type of experience is best for people who want to try different kinds of sushi without compromising the fish quality. Like others say, it is on the pricier side. There were only 2-3 workers there but they ran a well-oiled machine. A customer points and choose which sushi they want. Worker packs it into the box. The setup is straightforward but it is a little crammed in there. It is definitely a grab n go restaurant. Overall, fish was good quality. Prices could have been slightly lower. read more

Buri Buri - Small box - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

Finally got to try Buri Buri after seeing it all over my TikTok and Instagram! I would say the hype is sooo valid, even when we got there we saw so many people eating outside and in line. It moves quick! As someone who likes variety, this concept is perfect for me. I got to try so many flavors and combinations and I really enjoyed most of them. I really wanted to try their pressed sushi, but they were all out. The Japanese name is "oshizushi" and It is pressed through a mold to compress the ingredients together to get the shape to a flat top surface w/ layers. When they compress it in the mold, it is supposed to "infuse" the flavors more. I'll definitely be back as I really enjoyed the freshness and options so I hope I get to try that out next time I felt like the prices for everything were reasonable except for the specialty rolls (one small piece at $2.35). I got full off $22 bucks! Decent for Bay Area standards. The staff was well informed on the ingredients and helpful during checkout. There's very limited seating inside. They have complimentary tea though! read more

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such a cute lil spot in downtown burlingame! I really like the concept of picking the specific sushi you want. they also have a great drink collection and croquettes. there's not a lot of seating inside or outside, so it can get a bit chaotic. service was a bit slow as well. the fish quality is pretty good, but do think the rice can be fresher / less soggy. will def be back! read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

We came at opening time and there was already a line. Not too bad tho! Take note theres very limited amount of seats. The selection is pretty big however alot of the rolls have avocado and they cant make you one without even when you are allergic. I got more of the nigiris instead which is also my preference. Love that u can get 1 pc or toll without committing to 5. -the rice was okay not too bad -fish was fresh !! - the inari's are bomb but too much rice -dont get the chicken katsu. Its dry, bland and takes forever to come out read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

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I love the concept of being able to customize your own box of nigiris. This is perfect for those that likes to try a variety without having to order an entire set of nigiris or rolls. Anything customizable is always pricey so it was reasonable in my opinion and the quality and size was decent. Neither of the boxes that were ordered came with soy sauce, wasabi, or ginger but good thing I had wasabi on hand. read more

Buri Buri - Japanese Near Me - Burlingame, California

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