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    Fuji Sukiyaki

    3.9 (784 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    California Roll with Tobiko
    Julie W.

    I haven't had a good hot bowl of beef sukiyaki in a while. Hot pot is not the same for me. Fuji Sukiyaki has vegetable, chicken, seafood, and beef sukiyaki. I ordered the beef sukiyaki, and it had strips of beef, tofu, vegetables, and clear noodles. The broth is made of soy sauce and sweet sake. It wasn't too salty or too sweet. The California roll with tobiko was just right. My pal ordered the chicken and he had no complaints. We came by about 12ish and there were a few people seated but no wait. A few more people and couples came in after us. They took our orders, delivered plates & utensils, and then our food. There were two waitresses and one sushi chef. We did not see the kitchen. It was an old-style Japanese restaurant, not very fancy. It's located on the other side of the railroad tracks from downtown so parking was easy. I would come back if I was in the area.

    Salmon Teriyaki and Tempura bento box
    Monica M.

    We came by here during the lunch hour on a Sunday. Parking was limited with it being downtown San Mateo, but still easy to find. I ordered the lunch bento and the rest of the group ordered sushi rolls and sukiyaki, which is what they are known for. The restaurant has a room full of regular table tops and a side room with private rooms for more traditional dining. The food was delicious, and overall we had a pleasant experience dining here.

    Inside (instagram: wooneats)
    Kiana S.

    For a table of two, we decided to share three rolls: the Angry Bird Roll, the Titanic Roll, and the Football Roll. All of the rolls were reasonably priced and felt like a great value for the quality. We were mainly craving sushi, and this restaurant definitely satisfied that craving. Each roll was fresh, flavorful, and overall very satisfying. The combination of ingredients in the rolls worked well together, and nothing felt overly heavy or unbalanced. We visited during lunchtime on the weekend. When we first arrived, it was fortunately not too busy, which made it easy to get seated and relax. However, as we continued our meal, we noticed more people gradually coming in, and the restaurant started to fill up. By the time we were finishing, there was a steady flow of customers dining in and picking up orders.

    Titanic Roll, Dynamite Roll
    Katherine L.

    sometimes you just need a roll doused in sauce. service was quick, quite packed for a friday lunch.

    Appetizer combo sashimi and Honey Roll
    Angilene I.

    We loved our experience here! Went to dinner around 6 and was able to sit right away. Constant work is being done throughout this restaurant, it's great. We ordered the #2 boat which had teriyaki chicken, California roll, tempura, and teriyaki salmon. We also got an appetizer sashimi combo and the Honey Roll. Both SO good!

    Boat 1
    Lita B.

    Had an early dinner at 5. Shared the boat dinner and dragon sushi. Everything was so delicious since I only had a banana for lunch. Fuji Sukiyaki never goes wrong! One of the best!

    Cora F.

    Really good sushi, bento box, service is good, nice bright open space. We will come back again.

    Hamachi Sashimi
    Aylin T.

    Tonight, I finally had dinner with my family at this cozy Japanese restaurant in San Mateo--the one I pass by almost every day--that serves amazing sushi, tempura, teriyaki, and sukiyaki. The freshness of the fish, the delicious soup and rice, the generous portions of great selections served on the boat, the excellent service, and the friendly staff--this is our new go-to spot for Japanese cuisine. On behalf of my family, I'd like to thank you for treating us to a delicious meal after a long day and seeing us off with a smile.

    Kate X.

    San Mateo has a big selection of Japanese restaurants, but we chose this place because it has sukiyaki on its menu. This place wasn't crowded around Saturday lunch time, and there were many tables open for indoor dining (they didn't have outdoor tables). There were tatami rooms in the back of the restaurant, but the sign said that you have to have a group of 4+ people paying $25+ each in order to experience the tatami room. We came here for the beef sukiyaki and that was the first thing that we got. The broth was slightly sweet from cabbage and mushrooms, and there were vermicelli noodles and slices of thinly sliced beef in the soup. The sukiyaki came with a bowl of rice, and you can sort of make a congee with the soup over rice. I'm a huge fan of soup, and so I really liked the sukiyaki. We also got an Osaka roll on the side. This had a mix of 4 different sashimi and slices of avocado. There was a bit of sauce drizzled over the roll which does not overwhelm the taste of the fish and avocado. This is definitely a good choice if you want more fish for your buck.

    Zuke
    Phil Y.

    Came in on a chilly evening fully intending to warm up with sukiyaki ... then saw the whiteboard and never looked back. Food: We went hard on the daily fish board: Japanese tai, kampachi, Hokkaido scallop, aji, king salmon, blue shrimp, lobster, zuke, uni, plus a few comfort items for the kids. The toro/uni/caviar nigiri was the showstopper, although it's so buttery and decadent that just one piece per person was about right. The seared salmon belly disappeared instantly at our table; lightly torched, melty, and very easy to keep eating "just one more" of. Kampachi and Hokkaido scallop came as generous nigiri, and the Japanese tai with a little roe on top worked nicely as a lighter counterpoint between richer items. Blue shrimp was fun: sweet raw bodies with roe over rice, and the heads fried into salty little snacks. Lobster had sauce with a hint of heat and toasted almonds. For the "regular" side of the meal, king salmon nigiri with a touch of ikura was great, and the salmon sashimi and simple salmon rolls kept the kids happy. Tempura hand rolls, loaded with shrimp and avocado, was a good filler. Overall, it's a neighborhood spot that lets you build yourself a mini omakase, but is still totally family friendly. Service: We sat in the main dining room next to the sushi bar, ordered most everything at once, and they paced it impressively well. First plates landed within minutes, and then dishes kept arriving in a steady rhythm. Our server paid attention to how we were ordering: some things clearly meant for one person, others meant to share, and the plating reflected that without us having to explain. Empty plates disappeared quickly, water and tea stayed topped off, and the chef (possibly also the manager or owner) kept an eye on the flow from behind the counter. Attentive, efficient, never intrusive. Ambiance: The room is compact and fairly busy, especially with a steady stream of DoorDash/Uber Eats drivers cycling through for pick-ups. It was somewhat entertaining and really showed how dialed-in their operation is. There are tatami rooms off to the side, but since we were doing all sushi, having a direct line of sight to the bar fit the mood. Casual, lively, with a "local favorite" vibe. Value: Our tab landed around $500 pre-tip for a table (3 adults, 2 kids) that went heavy on board-only fish - on the higher end of a local Japanese restaurant. That said, portions for the premium items were sizable, the fish quality kept up its end of the bargain, and the service team fully earned the (admittedly ambitious) suggested tip tiers. Overall: Solid 4 stars. We'd happily come back, especially with a craving for king salmon, seared salmon belly, blue shrimp, and that toro/uni/caviar combo. Next time, we'll try not to get completely hypnotized by the board so we can finally see how their namesake sukiyaki stacks up.

    Ashley Y.

    Recently visited Fuji Sukiyaki for dinner and had an amazing experience! The restaurant has a cozy, authentic vibe and I loved the mix of trad and modern seating. I ordered a variety of dishes to try: - Seared Sake Toro Nigiri: This was a standout! The toro was buttery and had a nice sear and smokey flavor. - Ikura and Masago: Both were very fresh and had a nice pop. - Uni Nigiri: very creamy and sweet - 18-Piece Sashimi Combo: really beautifully presented and super fresh. Pieces were thick especially the salmon and tuna. Great price for 18 pieces. - Pink Lady Roll: roll was a balanced mix of hamachi, salmon, tuna, avocado, and masago. The soy paper wrap was a nice light touch I'll definitely be back to try more dishes, especially the sukiyaki and their specialty rolls. Definitely recommend! Pro Tip: ask about their tatami rooms for a more private experience.

    Diana T.

    Bento heaven! My family is more bento box people than sushi people, so I'm always on the lookout for good bento prices/deals. This place is good! We got a three item bento box and my family was very happy about the portions and flavors. "Not too salty or dry." The space is not that small and has another section with more tables. Their sushi is good, just good.

    Boat #2
    Rabin R.

    Another treasure in San Mateo downtown. Overall, this place is definitely worth coming back to. If you love Japanese food, put this on your list ASAP.

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    Great food. The toro was amazing. Each cut tasted fresh. Will come back again. Very nice location.

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    Ask the Community - Fuji Sukiyaki

    Do you take reservations for lunch on a Tuesday?

    We do take reservations for lunch but we close every Tuesday. Thank You!

    Do you offer catering?

    Yes they do

    Is the price difference if uni between domestic US kind and thwv imported from Japan (I assume Hokkaido) worth it? For those who has had both kinds, can you tell the difference?

    Hokkaido Uni is always more expensive than A grade Santa Barbara Uni. I love A grade Santa Barbara Uni more :)

    Are they doing takeout during the lockdown?

    They will be opened back for takeout on Wednesday April 15th.

    Is there an extra charge to use a tatami room?

    There is a minimum headcount requirement to use the tatami room. If you don't have enough people, I believe that they charge you.

    Do you take reservations?

    Yes we do. Thanks

    Is it possible to reserve a traditional tatami room?

    Yes you can call them to reserve. I think you just need a minimum of 4 people.

    Do you serve gluten free?

    If you mean sushi, no. https://gluten.org/japanese-cuisine-gluten-free-diet/

    Do u do all you can eat?

    Their fish is incredibly high quality. Treasure each bite, piece by piece. With that being said, they do not offer AYCE.

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