Got the tonkotsu udon & niku bukkake udon. For the tonkotsu udon, I could really taste the fish in…read morethe broth. Nonetheless, udon's always a comforting meal. Noodles are cooked perfectly. Good portion! Spicy garlic edamame was a great appetizer! We also got the hot sake & Sapporo (so refreshing)! Good service with friendly & attentive workers. I was surprised to see how big the space was! It's dimmed inside but still good enough light. No issue with parking - plenty spots available around the restaurant.

We usually go to the Mtn. View location and finally decided to try this one…read more This place is pretty crowded during the week nights and we had to wait about 20 mins. Once seated, service is good and food came out pretty fast. Interestingly, they have a few more dishes in their menu that are not offered in the Mtn. View location. We ordered: - Chicken Karaage: Crispy outside and tender inside. The portion size is on the smaller side and wasn't served as hot (temp) compared to the Mtn. View location - Crispy Onigiri Bites (with Chashu): Excellent. Chashu is tasty and the onigiri is crispy. This one is available only at this location. - Miso Black Cod (2 pcs): Delicious. Soft, melt in your mouth buttery and flavorful - Nabeyaki Udon: Light and satisfying. Quality is same as Mtn. View location - Unagi Siero Set: This is a pretty big set good enough for 2. Comes with eel over rice in a steamer basket, veggies in a steamer basket, fried tempura and side of udon. In general, food is equally as good as the one in Mtn. View with minor differences. There is always a line if you come during peak time. Parking lot is small and you may need to find street parking.

Great atmosphere, seating time and service time and the food was perfect in every way from the…read moreportions to the taste. I need to come back 10/10

Good sushi and lychee sake, great ambience Dragon spider,…read morefirecracker were so good. Very attentive service as well. 10/10

Four of us came here for lunch today. We got seated at one of the regular tables right away around…read more11:30am. The restaurant got pretty busy later, but not completely full. I liked their traditional izakaya decor inside. They also had a tatami seating area towards the back. We decided to go family style so that we could try more items on their menu. We ordered the Niku Trio Set, which included braised pork, grilled chicken wings, niku tofu, edamame, and shishito. The food came out really quickly. Other than the edamame, which was very bland, everything was very flavorful. The pork was very soft, and the sliced thin beef paired really well with the tofu in the niku tofu. Both dishes came piping hot, and were very comforting, like home-cooked food. The shishito peppers came with a lot of bonito flakes; they're charred very well and not spicy at all. Wings well nicely grilled, too. The seafood okonomiyaki was not bad. It's a bit softer than I expected, but had quite a lot of seafood. The large Deluxe Meshi was pretty big. It came in a hot stone pot with a generous amount of salmon, eel, flying fish roe and a poached egg. I loved how crispy the rice around the pot was. No wonder it's their most popular dish. If you like authentic Japanese food, I would highly recommend this place.

My friends and I got takeout from here recently and I enjoyed my two items. Most of the menu is…read morenot stuff I will eat so it was a bit challenging finding something I like but I think I succeeded. I had the Karaage Salad: FRIED BONELESS CHICKEN, AVOCADO, AND TOMATO SERVED OVER ROMAINE TOPPED WITH SESAME SEEDS, GREEN ONION, AND MAYONNAISE. In enjoyed this. It was a good sized salad. The chicken was nicely fried and tender, good flavor. The mayo and all the toppings made it into a good salad. I also have the AGE GYOZA: 5PCS OF FRIED GYOZA STUFFED WITH PORK, CHICKEN, AND VEGGIES. Nice flavor on the inside. The outside was chewy and crisp. My two items were very good. My friends like all the stuff they got. It was different fish dishes and raw stuff. Definitely not items I will eat but I managed.

Food: 5/5 Service: 5/5…read moreAmbiance: 5/5 The Wagyu omakase was a cute experience! All of the courses were very yummy. Service was phenomenal! The server was very attentive and had very good recommendations. The mustard was a bit overpowering in the Wagyu sando but everything was very pleasant. Would definitely recommend this experience! I can't wait to come back to try the regular omakase.

Probably one of the best Omakase values in the Bay Area! Blue Pagoda is a very unassuming venue…read moretucked away in the corner of a shopping plaza. While it's not the best I had, the entire experience was brilliant. I don't think there is a better value around. Parking was not an issue, with plenty of spaces in open lot, although it does tend to get crowded during peak hours. The interior decor is minimalist and elegant. I'd call this a medium size venue with a decent amount of seating inside. Personally I'd opt to sit at the bar...always For those seeking intimacy with a view of the chef's craft, the sushi bar offers an elevated experience. Each dish was prepared and presented one by one, allowing you to witness the artistry and precision of every slice, every flame, and every delicate garnish as it happened before our eyes. #Omakase: Appetizers: ~ Monkfish liver pate mousse with seaweed crisps - 5/5 sold buttery and melts in your mouth. ~ Chasu pork - mustard that clears your nose just like wasabi ~ Matsutake mushroom with shiso vinegar sauce - Matsutake mushroom matcha ~ Japanese Tai with Yuzu Salt - 5/5 (Sea bream snapper with Citrus Salt) Japanese Red Snapper ~ Shima Aji with Ume Sauce - 5/5 (Striped-jack with Plum paste) A very pleasant, sweet finish. ~ Hokkaido it's scallops arlet put fish eggs 5/5 Sweet succulent! ~ Smoked Kanpachi with Nam Jim Sauce - 5/5 (Smoked Amberjack with Thai Nam Jim sauce) Jalapeno Cilantro Yuzu Their specialty. ~ Hon Maguro Akami with Nori Sauce - 5/5 (Bluefin Tuna Lean cut with Simmered Kelp in Soy Sauce) Blue fan tuna with seaweed sauce 5/5 So good Fatty ~ Zuke Hon Maguro Chutoro with Kizami Wasabi - 5/5 (Marinated Bluefin Tuna Chutoro with Pickled wasabi) Medium Fatty Tuna w/ wasabi 5/5 ~ Hon Maguro Otoro with caviar - 5/5 (Bluefin tuna Fatty belly with caviar) Fatty Tuna with caviar - 5/5 and Gold Flakes ~ Fatty tuna roll with marinated salmon eggs - 5/5 ~ A5 Japanese Wagyu Beef with Yuzu Pepper A5 - 5/5 Peppery, melts in your mouth Undeniable value... Brilliant experience Cheers!

Best karage I've ever had. Cozy atmosphere, quick and great service. Highly recommend.read more

High quality ramen and broth. I especially loved their Charsu Don marinade. Service was also quick…read moreand friendly, and the design of the place fit the typical vibes I expect for a ramen area.

my mom got the sushi tokujo, i got the sashimi moriawase, and josh got the salmon oyako…read more for the sashimi moriawase: 1. hamachi -- super fresh 2. scallops -- such yummy little bites 3. tuna -- yum 4. tai / madai -- eh... probably my least favorite 5. shiro maguro / bincho (albacore/white tuna) -- OH MY GOSH. literally so soft and probably my favorite 6. salmon -- really good too we also shared the chawanmushi and a grilled squid for the table. the chawanmushi was yummy but kind of tiny... and the squid was good overall--the tentacles were a little tough, but the head/body part was cooked perfectly you honestly wouldn't expect a random sushi restaurant inside the mall to be this good, but i really enjoyed this place!!! the inside felt really clean and honestly pretty authentic japanese too

The quality of fish is okay at best. Not horrible but I can get better from supermarkets and other…read moresushi places. Service is okay, but a little slow. The storefront feels very tight and packed, and not super comfortable. For the price I expect better quality of fish and serving size and that's why it's 3 stars.

As someone who's visited Tokyo not too long ago, Gombei definitely satisfied the Japanese comfort…read morefood craving. Paid street parking is fairly easy to find, and there was thankfully not a long wait on weekend afternoons. I stopped by for a teriyaki chicken and tempura plate, which also came with salad, rice, miso soup, and potato croquettes. I started the meal with the miso soup, which was indeed fairly salty. The teriyaki chicken and rice though - ooh this slapped! The potato croquettes were also fluffy and delicious, although it was a tad difficult to eat since it was fairly large. (Half thickness sized portions would be preferred if possible.) The shrimp and imitation crab tempura were a good break form the chicken, and they were both tasty. For a full Japanese experience, the dining room here is indeed a little on the tighter side, which really fits the theme. Service was efficient, though note that there's a small surcharge with credit card. 8/10, would come again!

This place has been a go-to for my family for probably 20 years…read more They provide a quality, condensed menu that hits every single time. I think it's my mom's fav Japanese restaurant in SJ, based on how many times she suggests coming here every time we drive down to visit my aunt in SJ. The service is great, quick and concise. On our last visit, I had tofu curry udon and it was fire. There is seating indoors and out and I recommend bringing cash or debit cards to avoid a CC fee. Highly suggest!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Kenji Sushi in San Jose for the second time with my friend…read moreMatt, and I can confidently say it was another fantastic experience. The ambiance of the restaurant is cozy and inviting, blending traditional Japanese elements with a modern flair, making it perfect for both casual outings and special occasions. The cleanliness of the entire establishment, including the dining area and restrooms, adds to its charm. The staff at Kenji Sushi are incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring that guests feel welcome from the moment they step in. We were impressed by how quickly our orders were taken and how promptly our meals arrived, allowing us to enjoy our evening without unnecessary delays. The variety of sushi offered is simply outstanding; from classic rolls to innovative creations, there's something for everyone. The freshness of the fish is a highlight, really elevating the dining experience, and the beautiful presentation of each dish makes the meal feel special. Overall, our visits have been delightful, and I can't wait to return and explore even more of their menu. Kenji Sushi truly delivers on quality and service, making it a must-visit for sushi lovers!

Went for a birthday dinner. One of the most disappointing and bland sushi experiences…read more The rice on the rolls did not hold well together, the baked lion was falling apart. The dragon roll was ok. The katsu was decent . Not a single bite was tasty. All of us ate because we skipped lunch for the celebration dinner. Bad choice of place.

We ate at Goku Sushi on a Saturday evening. There were many parking spaces in the plaza. The…read morerestaurant is medium-sized, holding up to 100 people. When we arrived, we got seated immediately. The host was flexible with us, allowing us to choose where we could sit. The restaurant is quite calm and has moderate noise. We ordered four rolls for two people. Our favorite was the Goku Special (10/10) since the crunchy outer layer matched perfectly with the fish flavor inside the roll. We rated the Dragon Roll 9/10, Mango Crunch 8/10, and Golden California Roll 7/10. All the rolls were delicious. We would definitely return here to eat sushi again!

This is a pretty middle-of-the-road sushi spot; its menu offers pretty standard sushi restaurant…read morefare, including some rice plate and udon options alongside the usual appetizers, nigiri, sashimi, and rolls. The decor is a bit trite, but it's well lit and clean. The parking lot was crowded, but the restaurant itself wasn't overly busy, so we were seated immediately. The service was good--the servers were very friendly and attentive, and our food came out pretty quickly after we ordered as well. We ordered two of the sashimi sampler alongside the hamachi lover roll. I liked the roll! The ratio of fish, rice, and avocado were great. The sashimi sampler, however, was a little disappointing. The presentation was a little awkward--long, thin cuts of fish folded up into little bowls and scattered with greens. 4 of the 6 pieces were seared, which I have never expected when ordering sashimi. The pricing was a little on the higher end of normal, and, while the food was decent, it doesn't outdo any of the other local sushi spots that I have visited in the area. The roll was ~$17 and the sashimi sampler nearly $18. Overall, I think Goku Sushi is a decent spot. If I'm nearby and craving sushi, it is definitely in the running, even if it isn't my first choice. I'd personally ask for details on the contents of any of their samplers/combos in the future, though.

Great selection of meat, veggies, and sides, with outstanding service too. Calm atmosphere too.read more

Great food and service! Favorites were the Gayoza, brisket, curry, and grilled shrimp.read more