An ideal meal is basically coming to this wonderful corner and grabbing some fresh sushi Togo from here, and rounding out the meal with some tea from across the street at tea on Piedmont. The sushi quality is so fresh and well done for not even a grab and go place but in general. The prices are super reasonable for the quality and I love that they keep restocking the shelves with fresh rolls throughout the day. They're also super helpful and friendly here and will help make a fresh roll if it's available and you ask. I also appreciate how great and well thought out the space is, with the displays, the logo, the shelf of incredible Japanese snacks, and the drink fridge too. I'm definitely going to be a regular customer here! read more

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Sushi is so fresh! I love this convenient store. Lots of sushi options for a great price. It's pre made. Lots of snack and drink options. It gets really busy during lunch. Great option for a quick grab and go. They are really good about restocking and making fresh rolls. Friendly staff. Street parking. Lots of food options along the street read more

Really fresh sushi for takeout at a reasonable price. The store sells different versions of packaged sushi, Japanese snacks, and various cold drinks. We bought our sushi lunch and sat on the bench in front to eat. Friendly service, great neighborhood find on corner of 41st and Piedmont Avenue, diagonally across from Citibank. read more

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I absolutely love ebiko! I've been a regular since they've opened, and their fish quality is insanely good for the price they sell it at! I've always loved seeing the variety of fish they put in their omakase, and everything is extremely fresh! The cashier(s) (they've seemed to hire more since I last came) are very nice and polite as well! I cant recommend this place enough to all of my friends :) Just a warning they don't have any seats inside the store, but there is a bench outside if you would like to eat the sushi right away! I cant remember how many times I've been back here (unfortunately for my wallet) but some of my personal favorites are the chutoro bowl (chutoro don), the omakase, the negihama, and seared salmon nigiri! read more

Ebiko - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

You have to come early if you want to secure a box but my goodness is this place delicious. The sushi is so fresh and you can conveniently round out your meal with their selection of snacks & drinks. read more

Ebiko - Omakase Nigiri - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

I cannot say enough good things about Ebiko that I wish I can give it more than 5 stars. The amazingly fresh fish and variety, their friendly service and owner, and ability to accommodate shellfish allergies with the omakase nigiri. The pieces of fish are so soft that it practically melts in your mouth in the omakase nigiri and what I love about these as well as the unagi nigiri is they do not have lots of rice filler but just the perfect amount so that the fish is the star. My wallet is glad it's not just around the corner from me but is close enough (about 25 min drive) so I was able to return twice in one week and actually 3 weeks in a row. Over 5 visits now, the omakase and ungai nigiri is a must for me followed by the negi chutoro don which was not always available. Each subsequent visit, we tried a different roll. Spicy tuna, spicy salmon, salmon avocado, tuna avocado, you really can't go wrong with any. Even the mini uni don which isn't my first choice is still solid. The omakase nigiri does normally come with a raw scallop but after 3 times of having to eat the ones from both packs because of someone's shellfish intolerance, I requested packs without the scallop and they were happy to accommodate. read more

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This is my 4th time at Ebiko and it's really consistent! Especially for the price, I feel like it's really worth it. The fish is really fresh and the size of the nigiri are a good size. The inside of the store is pretty small, but it's a grab and go so there's no seating inside. Lots of Japanese snacks that you can purchase besides the sushi as well. Last thing I can say that I liked was that they had prepackaged ginger and wasabi, chopsticks, napkins, and soy sauce ready to grab after checking out. Service was friendly, not really talking to anyone besides the cashier! :) read more

Ebiko - omakase nigiri, unagi nigiri, salmon aburi, hamachi roll - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

Such a cute little convenience store in Piedmont! They have a whole fridge of sushi and everything looked fresh. I went around 2:30 pm on a Thursday and most items were still in stock. Cashier was nice as well. Would recommend! read more

Ebiko - 16.99 for their omakase - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

Busy spot for lunch! Really nice fresh rolls - recommend to place an order online before heading in. All the sushi were flying off the shelves! A lot was sold out, but just waited ~15 min for them to restock some of the items. Friendly service! Didn't mind too much about the wait. There's no seating inside the shop, so be prepared to take it somewhere else to eat! Definitely would stop by again if I'm in the area. read more

Ebiko - Salmon aburi - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Really good sushi to go! I honestly don't know what I got but I got a mix of things and I can say that I felt the fish was pretty good! Is it the freshest I've had? Probably not but quick and easy! I'll come back for sure. Ambiance is nice usually slow when I go. I like how you can grab and go and there's snacks too! read more

Ebiko - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

Fun fact: Ebiko is owned by David, the who is Mei's son of Kyoto Sushi! Love this place! Not only is the omakase on point, all the rolls are affordable and it's simple grab and go. Sometimes they have the fancy Ebiko chopsticks which are great, got them today but they also have the other standard wooden ones. Fish is always fresh and other favorites include the makis. The staff are always sweet too! And it is a fun walking area with lots of stores and energy! read more

The best sushi here would be the seared salmon. There's a smoky flavor with a soft melt in your mouth texture for the salmon. It's a bit on the pricier side but a good once in a while treat for lunch. read more

Ebiko - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

Quick and easy. I went 40 minutes before closing and rolls tasted fresh. No hard rice which I feel is just always the sign it's been out far too long. The chopsticks were ascetically pleasing. A weird thing to note but what a beautiful detail. read more

Blink and you'll miss it store but definitely make the effort to check it out if you are able. Plenty of options for take out sushi and all very good quality. I've only tried some of the smaller trays, I know that they have some catering/platter options. It can be a little priceybut it is sushi/sashimi so I'm expecting there to be some cost involved. The quality of the fish is top notch and doesn't have that frozen and thawed crumbly texture. There is also other Japanese goodies that are available to check them out! read more

New favorite sushi place. I think for the price and the quality that you get, you won't be able to find something to beat this place. While they have limited options, the buying experience is super efficient. You can choose to pre-order online so that you can go in and pick up, or you can make your decision once you are there. This is also at a great location, so you can literally have the perfect food day and grab dessert and coffee nearby! read more

This spot is perfect for a quick grab and go! 10,000x better than grocery store sushi! And just as good as some of the overrated sushi restuarants! Everything tastes so fresh and delicious! Very simple menu that satisfies a sushi craving! I really like their spicy tuna and spicy salmon. My husband likes their toro bowl. Their seared salmon is pretty good too! There is a person in the back of the shop preparing sushi. And constantly is replenishing the fridge. As quickly as they put it out, it's picked up by a customer! The person at the register is always so friendly and offers utensils and soy. BTW: the chop sticks they give out are Q-U-A-L-I-T-Y! You could wash and reuse! read more

If you're ever in Japan, you'll notice they've developed the concept of the convenience store into a commercial art form. Over there, a 7-11 is a wonderfully appetizing emporium, not the place to get oversweetened slurpees. What was formerly Gaylord's Caffe Espresso Cofis now a clean and open corner spot headed in the direction of my motherland's convenience stores. There are a couple of large racks with neatly arranged Japanese edibles, primarily teas, soy sauce, and a wide variety of snacks, both savory and sweet (including at least two flavors of Pockys, of course). However, the big draw is the fresh sushi and other perishables in the refrigerated display case. Clearly that's what drew most of the customers in the store. In turn, the staff replenished the sushi trays with impressive frequency during the lunch rush. I was part of the whirl of takeout and grabbed two packaged trays for myself. The first was the $11.50 Salmon Aburi, a five-piece nigiri set topped with gently seared salmon (photo: https://bit.ly/3xhdWvE). The second was the seven-piece variety pack, the $16.99 Omakase Nigiri. That set was topped with different types of tuna, hamachi, and sea scallop (photo: https://bit.ly/3jODwVB). Both sets were quite fresh and absolutely delicious when I got home. I was thinking the shop did remind me of the set-up of Kyoto Sushi on Solano, and it turned out to be more than coincidence. Ebiko's owner/chef David Liu's mother runs that shop (review: https://bit.ly/3Yo1TIZ). FOOD - 5 stars...welcome source for a wide variety of fresh sushi AMBIANCE - 5 stars...clean set-up, uncrowded except with customers SERVICE - 4.5 stars...full of gratitude TOTAL - 5 stars...a Japanese 7-11 please RELATED - Exploring Piedmont Avenue? Here's a collection of places I've visited and reviewed: http://bit.ly/2I0RAHj read more

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My favorite sushi place in my neighborhood. Love the grab & go concept. After picking up a roll I'll usually head to Kaiser or the nearby park to eat. Love their chirashi bowl, California roll, sushi sampler, & unagi roll. On hot days grab a yuzu or plum soda from their fridge. They also have assorted snacks on the shelves if you get the munchies. read more

I read about this place in my local facebook group and when I went to Kaiser recently, I stopped by to treat myself to a to-go lunch. Very nice staff and good amount of sushi to chose from. Unfortunately, the sushi was not good. The rice was far too sour and overpowered everything. Too bad, I had high hopes. Might try again when I'm in the area, but honestly, I will probably go to Geta instead, which is just around the corner and never disappoints... read more

Oakland has truly earned the reputation for being a foodie city. My son had wanted to try Ebiko based on the positive reviews. I was hesitant about eating pre boxed sushi. Visions of 7-11 counter sushi filled my head. Boy was I wrong, everything tasted fresh. The rice was still soft ,and fish still had a nice firm texture. Somebody from the back came out to restock the cooler while we were trying to decide. This is for takeout only. Street parking only. read more

Loved the grab and go sushi for a reasonable price and selection of snacks! Sushi was good!

Takeout pre-packed food, mostly sushi. Got the omakase set of the day - 7 assorted nigiri. Fish is pretty good. Fresh. Good texture. Ikura had really good pop. Hotate was sweet. Chu toro was actually that (other places, not naming names, please take note). Salmon belly was so good, super fatty. Rice was a little hard from being refrigerated and I would prefer a little less vinegar. Another thing I like is that the pieces are reasonably sized so no need to cram them into your mouth. That said 7 pieces was a light lunch for me, so it may be not enough for others. There is a tea/boba place across the street - do with that info as you like. read more

Ebiko - Nigiri omakase set of the day - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

whenever im in the mood for good nigiri or sushi rolls, i'd occasionally order online from ebiko for their insanely delicious omakase at a killer price, but this was my first time in store, and let's just say I fell in LOVEit's so cozy inside with so many delicious japanese snacks and ingredients and, of course, the refrigerator with (dare I say) the most beautiful and delicious sushi in the bay! it's also so reasonably priced for the quality you get, so 10/10 would recommend this east bay hidden gem if you're looking for AMAZING sushi that won't break the bank for a quick meal, a cute picnic, or to take home, this is THE SPOT you need to check out read more

Ebiko - Omakase - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

absolutely flabbergasted and furious that the omakase is $17 and i need to drive AN HOUR TO GET THIS. IT HAS OTORO AND CHUTORO AND SOMETIMES UNI. the nigiri could be bigger but at $17 i would have no qualms buying 2 or 3 of these. there's no seating inside but there is a bench outside. service is nice but limited since it's a takeout spot. read more

Ebiko - omakase - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

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Ah I wish I still worked steps from this awesome tasty Japanese takeout spot. It definitely would have been in rotation with Geta, RnR, and Shimizu for my meals. The small interior of the store was packed with imported Japanese products, especially snacks. The good stuff is in the open refrigerator on the left side, where there is freshly prepared maki, nigiri, sashimi for takeout and decent prices. To attest for the freshness, someone was stocking the fridge as my eyes devoured the unagi nigiri, salmon and hamachi makis. After much internal debate, I grabbed the omakase ($16.99) for a sample of nigiri (the addition of toro ultimately convinced me). Checkout was easy and the guy behind the counter was really nice and gave me a quick rundown of the store. I ate the omakase in my car since I was running some errands and couldn't wait! Overall, the fish was fresh and the rice was well-seasoned. It wasn't the best but it was good for the price. I instantly regretted not getting more. Location will certainly give it business as it's on popular Piedmont Ave and across from Kaiser. I'll be back! read more

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Great quality and variety for a sushi with a fast and easy concept. I love how authentic everything is. Their fish is always fresh and is next to a great matcha place that has seating. If you're planning to come here, prepare to not be able to eat inside because they don't have tables. They do, however, have a bench in front of the establishment. Their "omakase" is a 9/10. However my favorite items to get are the salmon and avocado roll and all nigiris. This place is super affordable too. read more

Ebiko - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

If you're looking for sushi value for your money, then Ebiko is where it is at. I live in the South Bay, but have already ordered from Ebiko twice in the past month. My go-to is the Kaisen Party Platter, which I usually split with 3 other people. It comes with seaweed paper so that you can make your own hand rolls to enjoy. All cuts of fish have always tasted really fresh. I also love how there's a bit of amaebi, i I, and real crab meat in there. I usually deep fry the heads of the amaebi after eating the main body of the sweet shrimp. The one downside is that the rice is not (or very lightly) seasoned. I think the whole meal would be elevated with more seasoning. I've also tried their unagi rolls, unagi nigiri, and spicy tuna rolls; all of which were tasty, but nothing beats the party platter. read more

Ebiko - Kaisen Party Platter. Beautiful and tasty! - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

Convenient grab and go sushi and market located in the old Gaylord's Cafe along Piedmont Ave. Perfect for those not wanting to eat out, or too busy to wait for takeout. I enjoyed the 4 items I tried: salmon aburi, spicy scallop roll, omakase nigiri, and spicy tuna roll. Sushi was fresh and affordable. Will definitely be back to grab something quick on my next lunch break. read more

Ebiko - Salmon aburi, spicy salmon roll, omakase nigiri, spicy tuna roll - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

Ediko opened in the vacated Gaylord's Caffe space. corner biz has no visible hanging signage per local regs. austere decor. eats at left. snacks in center. cashier at right. small display area. social distancing not possible during peak hours. offerings: nigiri, dons, aburi's, appetizers, sushi rolls, drinks, Asian snacks & candies.... eats: omakase nigiri (16.99) -7 medium sized portions of salmon, bluefin tuna, hamachi, albacore. scallop. -quality was way above average albeit not melt in mouth quality. drink: ito golden oolong tea (2.75) -taste was the usual tea, only one without excess sugar..... 4.5 stars quality eats at reasonable prices. . temaki: -great for grab n. go Japanese eats and Asian snacks. many snacks and drinks had either excess sugar, salt or fat content. -would have bought more if i understood the nigiri layout. wanted to grab n go before the showers started again. small display area was also a concern. *though shelves looked full, maybe not all offerings were available. -just street parking. read more

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I got the omakase nigiri and salmon aburi via delivery. The fish tasted fresh. The omakase had different cuts of tuna and salmon plus scallop, so a pretty good range for a few pieces. The salmon aburi had a slight torched flavor that I enjoy, and the fish wasn't too oily. Overall I liked it. read more

Ebiko - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

Cute little corner store with grab and go sushi sets, Japanese snacks, and drinks. The sushi is very affordable and fresh! I got the omakase set and craved more as soon as I was done. They provided utensils and napkins as well. Will definitely be back soon. read more

Ebiko - Omakase set - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

Sweet little Japanese/sushi spot. They have a lunch counter and shelving that houses snacks and candies from Japan. Some of the offerings are very reasonably priced, but others are a bit expensive. A couple of times we've encountered a piece of sushi that wasn't cut well or wasn't the freshest. For the most part everything is very fresh. read more

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i was really excited to try this! i love omakase but this was disappointing. upon entering it smelled very fishy but we figured it was due to fish preparation. unfortunately we still smelt the fishy ness in the car ride home. flavor seemed fine, but felt sick soon after. i've only seen great reviews so just be careful. i came in with high hopes. goodluck read more

High quality fish at an unparalleled price. For a sushi lover, the Omakase Nigiri is a must - it includes the most popular cuts in addition to more premium items like scallops and fatty tuna. Melt in your mouth quality and texture. Another must is the Salmon Aburi, which has a sweet and smoky flavor from the sear and crunch from the tobiko. The Salmon Avocado Roll comes with a healthy portion of buttery salmon without any 'fishy' aftertaste. The Unagi Nigiri was good, though I do wish it came warmer (one of the downsides of the to-go model). I've been to several traditional omakase spots across the US, and sure, it's a fun and intimate experience being served at the counter by a master sushi chef. But I can't help but think that for the same price, you can get 10+ orders of Ebiko's Omakase set lol. And with Ebiko, there's no risk of getting a polarizing cut like geoduck, squid, or mackerel. This and Mujiri (dine in) will continue to be my go-to sushi spots in the East Bay. Thank you to the Ebiko team for blessing us with amazing, accessible sushi! read more

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After trying a few different rolls on different visits, I have to say their sushi rice tastes under seasoned/ more on the bland side. Today I also tried their seaweed salad ($3.50) that comes in a 5.5 oz size cup. It was lacking flavor as well, not seasoned and flavorful like I'm used to eating from other sushi restaurants. Their cuts of fish are not fishy at all but I feel like I've had better. I still give them 4 stars for what they offer as a grab n go place as well as their presentation, friendly staff, and quick service. read more

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Another visit, another win! She ran in while I hid out in the car nearby. The objective was to get some food for linner or dunch if you prefer. She got: Omakase Nigiri, Kaisen Don, California Rolls, Salmon Rolls and Inari Sushi. Everything was as good as it looked and was exactly what we wanted. We're still looking forward to the day that they begin to offer sushi trays for parties and other events. read more

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Great rolls and sashimi at a good price. Takeout only. Very efficient process with on-line ordering and just find your bag in the fridge. They have items ( very Japanese) that I have no idea what they are. Menu could use more explanations. read more

Best local place for sushi to go. Brought some out of town friends from LA and they said "we wish we had a place like this for sushi to go." Delicious local sushi spot. Always reliable. Go early for the best selection! read more

Ebiko - Lunch to go - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

If you were in a hurry and craving some good sushi then Ebiko has your back. Packed and ready to go nigiri & sushi rolls. Good quality sushi that won't break your pockets. You have a lot of variety to choose from as well as snacks and drinks to complete your meal. The chopsticks look very nice like a high end chopstick. I see myself purchasing the same amount at Ebiko that I would spend at a restaurant. This means more food for me. read more

Ebiko - Japanese Near Me - Oakland, California

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I love the sushi here. You can pick up a small variety of high quality premade sushi and it is not expensive. Pick up and go, always top quality. I love the smoked salmon sashimi. The is never a problem with getting in and out with whatever I want, and the staff is helpful. There are also snacks you can pick up as well, like chips and pocki. read more