I want to start this off by saying the service was amazing! Came in for a Saturday lunch and it…read morewasn't too busy. Our server checked in on us right away, suggested great dishes, and even gave us a dessert on the house for our anniversary. The martini was pretty strong, and I liked that it came with a shot of sake. The bone marrow was good, but the salmon spoon really took the show. I think I set my expectations too high for the entrees we got--the sea bass with risotto and uni pasta. They were still tasty, just didn't give that wow factor. Because this is on the pricier side, it's a good place for special occasions, though it's casual enough for just a really good meal.

Oiza is the answer every time someone asks where to go for a nice dinner in Fresno. I've taken…read morepeople here multiple times and it has never once let me down. The sushi is beautiful. Not just visually, it actually tastes as good as it looks which isn't always the case. The rolls are creative without being gimmicky and the fish is fresh. The teppanyaki is fun if you want more of an experience, great for groups or dates. Cocktails are solid too. Not an afterthought like at a lot of sushi spots. They clearly put thought into the drink menu. The space feels upscale but not uncomfortable. Like you can dress up or just come after work and both feel fine. Its $$$ so yeah its a splurge, but for Fresno the quality absolutely justifies it. This is the kind of restaurant that makes you feel like you didn't have to drive to the bay for a good meal. Reservation recommended, it gets busy for a reason.

Namikaze has the best fries in Fresno! Their Loaded Otaku Fries with kimchi are hands-down the best…read morefries I've ever had. We come back again and again just for those, and we've even called in takeout orders when a craving hits. We also love the Poke Nachos, topped with generous chunks of sashimi, avocado, and jalapeños. The fries and poke nachos together are more than enough for two people to share for lunch, and for dinner we usually order one of their delicious rice bowls. The restaurant has a great atmosphere with a bar area featuring TVs, a separate dining room with high-top tables where the sushi bar is, and a back dining area with standard-height tables and chairs. There's also a beautiful patio overlooking a water fountain and courtyard, making it a great spot to enjoy a meal outdoors. If you're visiting Namikaze for the first time, the Loaded Otaku Fries are an absolute must-order!

A lot comes to mind when you hear the name Fresno. Raisins, Agriculture, Bridge to nowhere, but…read moreSushi is not one of them. So when my son asked us to meet him, his lovely wife and our 3 granddaughters for dinner on a recent visit I didn't have my hopes up. Namikaze is a nice quiet restaurant that from its decor could easily be an Italian, French or American restaurant. Just change the paintings on the wall. The Menu is pretty expansive. A full menu of Sushi, noodles, gyoza and rolls made it difficult to choose but eventually we narrowed it down. I always try the Unagi (eel) at any sushi restaurant. It is my barometer for how good everything else will probably be. It was good. I also ordered the Kimono Roll while my wife had Shogun roll. We also tried the Chicken Gyoza. Everything was terrific. Excellent taste and fresh. Next time someone asks me about Fresno I'll say "Fresno! They have good sushi there". Definitely Recommended.

My wife wanted sushi for an early Valentine lunch (two days before the 14th) and Yelp told me Ooi…read morewas located in our vicinity -- it was a good recommendation. We ordered the Sushi Special and the Combo Tempura and enjoyed both very much! They served fresh fish and a good variety of tempura items. The Miso soup was merely average; but the salad dressing did not disappoint us. I watched the very pleasant sushi chef as he prepared the California roll and sushi items while telling me which fish he was using along with information about each one. Although we didn't try any of the specialty rolls, we were impressed by their huge menu.

This was my second visit, and it just confirmed that the food here is completely mediocre…read more ​The service is ok. Decor is nice. Today, had to ask for 1 missing dish (gyoza), and the guy doing the sushi had to ask another guy what was in another dish. He had no idea.

The service was fast from the moment we arrived, and the food was amazing. The sushi was fresh,…read moreflavorful, and definitely one of the highlights of the meal. Our server was very nice and friendly, making us feel welcome throughout our visit. The restaurant was clean, had a great vibe, and was a comfortable place to enjoy dinner. At $34.99 per person for all-you-can-eat, it offers excellent value for the quality and variety of food. I'll definitely be coming back and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for great sushi and outstanding service!

This is a really interesting spot. I will say upfront that it is on the pricier side--I personally…read morespent about $40 to $50 for dinner--but what you get for that price is honestly great. The concept is unique and functions a bit like an all-you-can-eat appetizer-style setup. You are given a checklist of various dishes and can order as much as you want, though you do have to pay a fee for anything you order but don't finish. Because of that, I made sure to focus on the premium options like the fried shrimp and ribeye, though I sampled a good variety of other menu items too, and I definitely felt like I got my money's worth. If the evening price feels like a lot, the staff let me know that their lunch pricing drops to around $20. That seems like an absolute steal and easily gives you the best bang for your buck, though the dinner price certainly wouldn't discourage me from returning. The food here is easily a 10 out of 10 and tastes absolutely amazing. The quality of the dishes is definitely the highlight of the experience, with the cleanliness of the establishment coming in a close second. The restaurant is incredibly clean, and you constantly see workers moving around keeping the place spotless. The service takes third place here, as it can be a bit slow when it comes to getting drink refills or checking in on the table. However, it is an incredibly busy spot, so the pace is entirely understandable, and someone did always make sure to stop by and check on us eventually. The overall atmosphere is excellent, and I would absolutely come back here to celebrate birthdays or fun group events.

Always had my doubts about drive through sushi but gave it a try today GREAT service the guy is so…read morekind and the sushi Way better than expected super fresh made right in front of you would highly recommend it thanks Siek appreciate you!

You first appearance you aren't too sure about this place, only because it's a drive thru sushi…read morespot. That didn't stop me today for lunch, and I'm glad it didn't because I got my serving of some good sushi today!! I went ahead and got the number 19 eel roll suggested by Mr C and I'd have to say I was very happy with my roll!! It was really good, maybe just add a little more of that sauce on top. 10 pieces for 17 dollars wasn't bad at all and I enjoyed every bite I had!! Mr C and his wife served me and they were very kind, I was struggling to find the dragon roll i usually get but Mr c helped me find the right one on his menu. Thank you for that top notch service and patience. Sure you have to wait a few mins for your sushi to be done, but that just means it's fresh, well prepared, and I got plenty of time to find a movie to watch while I chow down!!! Thank you Mr C and thank you for the extra soy sauce I needed. Really appreciate this business and I'll be back to support them some more

This place is quiet and laid back. No music playing and never packed the times I've come. Quick and…read morefriendly service. I have only come during lunch hour. The food is solid and good. Huge menu with a lot to choose from - I usually go for the bento boxes. The tempura isn't greasy but it's crunchy. Gyozas are good and fresh. The sushi I've tried has been tasty too. There's another side to the restaurant that I believe is the teppanyaki side. Haven't experienced it yet since I've only come for lunch. I'm wondering if they get a lot of business since it's so barren when I go. Hoping they get enough business because I do enjoy this restaurant!

Boyfriend and I were visiting from Long Beach for Valentines Weekend Getaway 2025. We were craving…read moresushi and found KiniSama. Easy to find and upon arrival, plenty of parking. Once we walked in we noticed it was pretty empty for a Saturday afternoon, but nonetheless we weren't bothered or worried. We feel our experience will be all the more better with just us 2 in the restaurant. Either way, we're good, the food will speak for itself. We decided to sit at the sushi bar and glad we did! Great music selection and the sushi chefs were a blast to talk with. Their humor made our lunch even that more enjoyable. We definitely made some friends and looking forward to come back another time.

Definitely better than three stars I'm a sushi snob…read more Fast service Some personal chitchat thank you very much The saki was hot, not lukewarm not warm hot. I love it but their brand I did not like. Their spring salad was pretty boring and it lacked complexity Miso soup typical uninventive They gave me a cucumber salad with crab that I really liked it came with my chiriashi My chiriashi : Presentation fantastic Quantity of fish fantastic The bed of rice was kind of cold. I would've preferred warmer fresh rice. I ordered fresh wasabi root It was a bit chunky. I'd prefer it more minced it's hard for me to get the right proportion on my sushi with a large chunk that was presented with I'd say it was diced not minced Honest, four stars Definitely not five due to the lack of complexity

Great teppanyaki great customer service will be back I had…read morethe shrimp with extra side of mushrooms Super yummy

We've been to Shobu twice now, and it's quickly become one of our favorite Japanese restaurants…read more What I love most is the variety on the menu. Whether you're craving sushi, teriyaki, or ramen, they really have something for everyone. The sushi and sashimi are incredibly fresh -- honestly some of the freshest fish we've had at any sushi restaurant. It tastes like the chef went out and caught it that morning. The 14-piece sashimi platter with a couple of rolls was more than enough for two people, and everything was excellent quality. The ramen is also fantastic, but fair warning: the bowls are HUGE, so definitely come hungry. Their garlic edamame is absolutely addictive, and we really enjoyed the poke in the seaweed poke salad, though the dish does lean very heavily on the seaweed, so just keep that in mind before ordering. Cassidy is new to the restaurant and waited on us. an Shewas wonderful -- super friendly, attentive, patient, and just genuinely great service all around. The only downside was the new menu design. The font is extremely tiny, printed on a small laminated sheet, and honestly very difficult to read. Hopefully they make the text larger in the future because the food itself is outstanding. Overall, highly recommend Shobu if you're looking for fresh sushi, excellent sashimi, hearty ramen, and great service.

Arrived at almost 8'o clock (close at 830) we're still offering dine in & takeout . i decided to do…read moretakeout since they were close to closing time. The waitress was super helpful checking in if i had questions , even gave me water while i waited :). I ordered the tonkatsu ramen & asked if they could make it spicy , i was torn between two rolls so the waitresses helped me decided & the broccoli tempura as an appetizer. let me just say , for it being to-go everything was perfectly packaged was nice & hot yet flavorful ! 10/10