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Tried Leichi right when they opened, so the space was calm with plenty of seating, which made for a relaxed start to the meal. The food was decent overall. Nothing was off, but nothing really stood out either. The sashimi was fresh and the grilled fish was cooked well, though the flavors and presentation didn't quite leave a lasting impression. It felt like everything played it a bit safe. Service was the highlight. Our server was attentive, checked in at the right moments, and made sure everything was taken care of without being intrusive. Overall, a solid spot if you're looking for a quiet, easy meal, but not somewhere I'd go out of my way for just yet.
Came by for dinner the other night and it was a decent experience. Made a reservation for dinner and our table was ready upon arrival. Parking was plentiful in the private strip mall lot and dining was available indoors exclusively. The menu was large and the restaurant also had a few daily specials. Started off with the sea bream miso which was different. I was expecting a piece of fish inside some dashi broth. The agedashi tofu was tasty with a tempura mushrom. The assorted tempura was a generous portion and came with a few dipping accoutrements. The highlight may have been the grilled black cod which was buttery smooth and grilled to perfection. The grilled beef tongue was tasty too. The soba was light and best finished sooner rather than later since the hot broth kept on cooking the noodles. The panna cotta was a tasty way to finish off dinner. ~$65/head after tax and gratuity for dinner
I really enjoyed the ambiance as soon as I entered the restaurant. They quickly seated us on a Sunday night. I ordered chicken hot soba, eggplants, salmon cheekbone, poured tofu, chirashi and many other dishes. I love the traditional Japanese restaurants. If you like raw fish, it's the best place for you. The parking is very easy to find.
This restaurant holds a special place in my heart, as it's the first higher-end meal I treated my parents to from my first corporate job. I cannot rave enough about how EVERY. SINGLE. DISH. IS. DELICIOUS! The first time I had Leichi, I wanted to go back the week after because it was that good. Service (with reservation) is always on point and food comes out quick. The waiters are welcoming and open to answering any questions. My favorites are the tempura octopus, homemade tofu, cold duck soba, black cod, hojicha panna cotta, and assorted sushi. They ship their fish from Japan, so it's always high quality and fresh. The sashimi is literally melt in your mouth. The housemade tofu is fresh and has the rich soy flavor. My boyfriend isn't a big tofu guy, but even he loved it. The black cod is cooked with sake and a must try! Their ginger ale is housemade with their ginger syrup. I'm always grabbing two cups whenever I go! The hojicha panna cotta is rich, creamy, and always a great end to any meal.
Came here with my husband for a lunch date and it was perfect. The restaurant is really cozy with tables separated by dividers. Here's what we got: Assorted tempura: 10/10 lightly coated and fried really well. It came with radish, ginger, and matcha salt. I will say the matcha salt just tastes like salt but it was fun! Harasu: 9/10 tasty salmon belly cooked perfected with crispy skin Sashimi bento: 9/10 sashimi was fresh Sweet raw shrimp: 10/10 they fry the head Potato salad: 9/10 the flavors are great but i don't love the texture over a bed of mixed greens. It was tasty but I wouldn't get it again given all the other options on the menu(:
Loved this place! If you're looking for traditional Japanese cuisine and small plates this is the place to go. Service was quick and the food quality was great. Ordered the chawanmushi, salmon chazuke, the seared scallops, and the duck dipping soba. My top dish was the salmon chazuke. I also loved the soba quality but thought the duck portions could have been larger given the price. Would come back to try more items!
A Bay Area staple that is 100% worth visiting. Small, clean restaraunt. Make sure you call to make a reservation, or come early around the first hour of opening to make sure you don't need to wait in a long line. Hot Sake is great here, as well as the Lychee Highball. Recommend getting both! FOOD: Special Chirashi Bowl (8/10) - Ingrediants (scallop, ikura, uni) were really fresh. Only downside was that the bowl is small for it's price. Hamachi Carpaccio (7/10) - Solid fresh fish, but not as fatty as other places I've had in the bay. Sauce is very good though. Yuzu Ikura (6/10) - Interesting solid starter, but I think the radish slightly overpowers the ikura. Good with rice though. Steamed Gindara (9/10) - SO good! Fish was so tender, fatty and fresh, and the broth was amazing. Vinegared Scallop X Octopus (7/10) - Small portion but the freshness of the octopus and scallop really shined through. Nasu Dengaku (10/10!!!!) - So good. So good! Will order 2 of these next time i come. Perfectly cooked eggplant with a sweet miso sauce on top.
We did a random Saturday lunch walk in and were seated immediately. Meals are all so good and seemed more authentic than some fusion Japanese places. My top favorite dish has to be: - Gindara Saikyo (black cod steamed in sake)!! It's so tender and light; I can literally eat a couple of these. Overall, prices are good. Would definitely come back just for the fish and the goma tofu dish!
I came here on a Saturday evening and was seated immediately at the bar. There were a lot of interesting items on the menu but I ended up getting uni topped tofu, cold noodles (recommended by my server), an ikura bowl, and the sashimi special. For one person, it was a good amount of food, and I did end up leaving some noodles behind. I felt that service was good, as I was checked in on multiple times, and that the food was excellent in taste and quality. The server offered to deep fry the shrimp head which I thoroughly enjoyed. The restaurant itself is small and quaint and felt like an intimate space. I enjoyed all of the items I ordered and would return to explore other food items.
This restaurant was decent but not exceptional. The food was beyond average for the price they were charging. Service was friendly but slow, and the ambiance could use an update. An okay spot, but nothing stood out to bring me back. read more
This restaurant is in the corner of a plaza and would definitely recommend reserving a table before you arrive because the place is very small. The quality of the food is amazing and fresh! The sashimi melts in your mouth and the beef tongue is sliced very thin so you can swallow it easily. Overall, service was great so I would love to go back again! read more
11 months ago
Came here for the first time and not knowing what to expect in food quality. First off we ordered a bunch of appetizers and small dishes because we wanted to try almost everything on the menu. Price wise was decent. Every dish we ordered was not a disappointment. I enjoyed everything we ordered. Fish quality is very fresh. Their soy sauce is house made and tofu as well. I really loved the tongue steak with truffle powder. Not chewy and just cook right. We did not get to try their house made soba noodles. Next time. read more
Presentation was excellent but like other reviews, I wasn't too impressed with the taste of the food. The only thing we liked a lot was their ice cream at the end of our meal. The food was also on the pricey side. If you mention that you're celebrating a birthday, they might give you a dessert. I came here to celebrate my birthday :) booking via their website was pretty easy. The place did get very packed for dinner time. Fortunately we got to sit on a corner where we got to enjoy our meal without seeing many people around us. So this provided a cozy and semi private space for my friend and I to enjoy the meal together. Service was also very attentive. Overall 3 stars for food taste and 4 stars for everything else. read more
We were visiting the bay area and were invited for lunch here. Yes, a reservation is definitely recommended as they get really busy here....as the place is not very big. However, it is a cute little cozy and charming place to have some very good quality Japanese food. Yes, the food here is very good.....the sashimi very fresh, sliced to a perfect thickness, and served at just the right temperature. The Mixed Tempura was equally as fresh and had a very nice light crunch to the coating, the Assorted Hot Pot was very comforting.....but let it cool first as it's boiling HOT! The Agedashi Tofu is very authentic and tasted just the way I like it, and the Miso Gindara Saikyo (black cod) was grilled to perfection...soft, flaky, and mouth-meltingly delicious. So, why not 5 stars? We had ordered a lot of sashimi, but they only gave us a small bit of it. I asked our server for more wasabi and she said that there would be an extra $3 charge for more wasabi.....seriously? This really spoiled most of my dining experience here for sure. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Small quaint spot with high quality food and lovely staff Made a reservation at ~1pm on a Sunday and got seated fairly quickly, would recommend doing so for groups of 5+ since the restaurant is on the smaller side. The order: Tempura Seiro Soba (Cold) - Handmade soba noodles made on the firmer side, tastes mild and goes well with the sauce. The tempura set comes with shrimp, sweet potato, shishito pepper, and kabocha. They were fried to perfection without getting dry! Green tea Chu-Hi - Comes unsweetened, tastes mostly like regular green tea with a very subtle alcohol taste Overall the food is great quality for its price, would definitely come back to try their other menu items! read more
5 months ago
2 years ago
Reservation for 3 People SERVICE: They do not honor your reservation time. If this was a true japanese establishment, we would never be seated late. not even a minute late. We had a reservation at 8PM. We came early, around 7:30PM and let the hostess know we are there. She said come back at 8PM. At 7:55PM we came back and were largely ignored until I finally flag someone down to which they said to wait for the hostess instead of asking us if we have been helped. 8PM and the hostess said it'll be 15 minutes. Unacceptable for a reserved table. We were not seated until 8:30PM. Our table was rocky and we didn't have enough space on the tables we were sat at for all our food. The food was good but because of the service, I probably won't come back. There's nothing on the menu that is worth coming back for such a terrible experience. SALMON BELLY: GET THIS, this is probably the only thing worth coming back for Hot Soba: lacking in flavor and the noodles seem a little off. I would NOT get soba here and try soba at a place that specializes in it. Hamachi Carpaccio: also good, fish is fresh and the sauce is well matched with the fish type Duck: not worth the money, this is a waste of money Karaage: SO WORTH get it!!! Mini Chirashi bowl: ok so this was fresh and tasted good but not worth the price point in my opinion This place is just ok. They need to update their interior and respect reservation times. read more
Delicious food for a good price. Easy to make last minute reservations even for weekends. Came here to celebrate a girl friend's birthday. We ordered a range of dishes: sashimi, grilled black cod, roasted eggplant, the freshest udon, and tofu. Pretty amazed at the tofu options. I think there were 3, as well as black cod among other things. Love that we could pick and choose within each item. The carafe sake was tasty and refreshing, and it comes with a variety of sizes. The green tea panna cotta had a black sesame kick but I prefer plain panna cotta. Service was slow and they never checked on us. We had to flag them down for water and napkins. But the food was so good I can easily overlook the slow service. I'll attribute the slow service to them taking time to carefully preparing the food. read more
2 years ago
If you're looking for some homey, traditional Japanese food then this is the perfect spot. They have a pretty extensive menu for such a small restaurant; from sushi to beef to soba noodles and more! We ordered the hot stone beef tongue, miso cod, soba noodles, salmon chazuke, and some octopus appetizer and everything was delicious! The octopus dish did catch us off guard because it came out raw but it was surprisingly good! My favorites were the hot stone beef tongue and salmon chazuke. Also the hojicha panna cotta was chefs kiss! Definitely a must try! I also liked how the portion sizes were on the smaller side so we were able to try multiple dishes. read more
1 year ago
We had an amazing time at Leichi! We ordered a hot duck soba and hot chicken soba dish. Each had a rich and savory flavor, but not too salty or overpowering. Very delicious and would order again. The miso marinated black cod was a great choice. It was very tender and the skin was very soft and buttery. A very gentle flavor and a good dish. Just be careful of fish bones! I personally am a fan of Chawan Mushi (steamed egg custard) with the crab sauce. It lived up to its name of being silky smooth and rich in flavor. The balance of the crab and mushroom and egg made the dish an absolute delight. For dessert, we got the Roasted Green Tea Panna Cotta. It had a good texture and a good flavor profile, not being too sweet for a dessert and not bitter from the green tea. Our server was nice and helped us pick some of our dishes. My only complaint is the dividers placed between the small tables are a little close and can be bumped by your neighbors. A little strange. But it is a pretty small restaurant so it does give your table more privacy. I would definitely come back.here and try more dishes! read more
"In the search for taste bud pleasure, Leichi is a hidden treasure." Everything about Leichi is unassuming. The name. The decor. The corner unit of a typical plaza in Santa Clara. Leichi quietly serves up high quality, authentic Japanese food that speaks for itself. This foodie tasted the cold soba (so refreshing), hot soba, assorted tempura and miso-marinated grilled cod (so succulent and aromatic). Each dish was masterfully prepared using fresh ingredients and was brought out in a timely manner by the professional wait staff. A reservation is highly recommended, at both lunch and dinner. True score: 9.0 / 10 Return? YES read more
My party of 4 was seated right away around 6pm on a Saturday. It started getting super busy after that so would recommend making a reservation or arriving earlier closer to opening time. Overall, food was decent but I think it could've been more impressive considering the prices. I also felt rushed from the employees (saw in other reviews too). We ordered mini chirashi, grilled beef tongue, hot tempura soba, tako karaage, salmon kama, salmon chazuke (salmon dashi bowl), assorted hot pot. Unfortunately, none of them stood out to me in particular. I'd say the overall presentation is very nice but to be honest they all looked better than they tasted. Not that they were bad, but just mediocre. I did think the rice consistency and flavor in the mini chirashi was good. Most likely won't be returning since I've had better restaurants for lower prices and more extensive menus. read more
Delicious izakaya spot with fresh dishes. It's quite intimate inside, in terms of ambiance and space. The table can get quite full with all the dishes, but they don't bring it out all at once which is good. Would definitely return and try more of their dishes. read more
I've had Leichi bookmarked for so long, and I'm excited I finally got to try it! Made my reservation through Yelp, but after I submitted my reservation, I didn't get a confirmation anywhere and it didn't show up under my reservations. I was pretty worried and had a hard time explaining this to the hostess, but we got things situated quickly. Food Omakase: they call this the Treasure Box, which is super cute! I love the small details they put into this, like putting the fish on a salt rock or serving the oyster with some dry ice. It all goes into the tummy and turns into mush all the same, but I really appreciated and loved their presentation. Pricing was average, like around $60 ish? Definitely felt like I got my moneys worth, which doesn't always happen with omakase. Duck: wow this was smokey, flavorful, and something unique that I'm glad I tried! The unveiling of the duck by taking off the smoking cup was a big anticlimactic, but the flavor was 10/10! Tempura soba: I'm not a fan of soba in general, but I really liked it here, you can tell that they made their noodles in-house, just like they said, and they ain't lying about it! As a non-soba lover, my chopsticks wouldn't stop going towards this dish! Salmon Chazuke: I think I'll pass on this next time only because it's not my style. Nothing bad about it, but the flavors just weren't it for me. It was like a very ocean-y flavored soup with raw salmon and I think I'm not used to the warm + raw texture. It was worth a try! Maybe I'll try the creamy soup version next time I feel like giving it a chance?? Mackerel sushi: perfection. I will order this again and again, every time. I love fishy fish, and mackerel is such a fishy fish. The ratio of rice to fish, the flavor of the rice, and the thickness of the fish all complimented each other so well. This dish made me the happiest! -- Overall, I loved it here and regret waiting so long to try it! Another big thing for me is that I love variety, and at Leichi, I was able to try all the things I wanted, all at a fairly reasonable price. I can't wait to celebrate my birthday here or take my parents here on a special occasion! Many thanks to Leichi! read more
This has consistently been one of my favorite Japanese restaurants in the South Bay through the past decade. They have an extensive menu of both traditional and innovative tapas style dishes for sharing and they make all their sauces in-house. I love that each time I return, there are always more new dishes to try. While they're so much more than a sushi place, their sushi is incredibly fresh and they often have seasonal specials flown in from Japan. Starters: Their 3 tofus are all housemade and unique. I have always loved their original one (top of menu), one time it was so fresh that the wait time was 20min for it to come up from a new batch! It was heavenly. I also love the Goma and Yuba as well, they each have their distinct flavors and texture combos. Delicacy: I always order tako wasa (marinated fresh octopus tossed with chopped wasabi) at restaurants if they have it available, and this one here is very good and fresh. The octopus quality is excellent and never sinewy, and the wasabi is not fake/commercially processed (which can be the case at other places.) The Shiokara (marinated squid tossed in cured squid liver paste served with cream cheese) is my new favorite item -- the texture of the squid is kind of like the takowasa, but having it with the cream cheese was a surprising combo I wouldn't have thought of that resulted in a hit of flavor euphoria lol! this might be due to my being Asian American with a lot for fatty creaminess of the West, but heck this fusion dish of East + West knocked it outta the park for me. It's not for everyone, but I'll never be able to come here without ordering it again lol Grilled Dishes: Every dish in this section is wonderful, I would eat all of them every time if I could! The only thing is this time the Kami Kunsei (hickory smoked duck w balsamic sauce to dip) was kinda overdone to my liking. It's usually presented under a glass turned upside down so that when you remove the glass from the plate, the smoke is released from the duck meat. This time, sadly there was barely any smoke and the duck flesh color wasn't as pink as I prefer it lol but oh well. Noodle Dishes: We tried both of their duck dishes in hot and cold housemade soba noodles -- they mix 20% wheat flour and 80% buckwheat flour, also known as "2:8 Soba". This flour ratio is supposed to give the noodles "the silkiest and most aromatic finish." The noodles are really fresh indeed and remind me of my childhood when the Japanese moms in my neighborhood would make soba from scratch. The Kamo Seiro Soba (cold noodles w duck and served w dipping sauce + green onions) was really good, but it for the hot noodle soup version I'd like to try the Tori Soba which comes with chicken instead as I think the flavor might pair better in a savory hot soup. The restaurant is very small and cozy, so it's not a suitable place for larger parties. Most of the tables are sized for 2-4 ppl; one time we had a party of 5 and it felt like we were pushing it lol! There's only one restroom in the back. I like to bring my family here for special occasions and we also love to host guests from out of town here when they visit (especially those who fly in from places in the US without as much diversity and availability of authentic Asian cuisine) and I look forward to the next opportunity / excuse to return to Leichi! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Well, the service was good; the staff tried their best to accommodate our party of 6 in a tight space (we had a reservation) when they seemed to be short handed. The food portions were relatively small, and some were tasty like hamachi carpaccio, agedashi tofu and cold soba with tempura. Unagi mini sushi was disappointing, udon was just okay, and the desserts were underwhelming (we ordered almost everything on the menu). read more
Ideally, I'd give this place a 3.5 Ambiance: Cozy and intimate, the low lighting and wooden accents create a relaxed atmosphere. The small space fills up quickly, so be prepared for some noise and close quarters. Service: The service was on point. Our servers were very attentive, friendly, and courteous. Food: 6 Kinds of Sashimi: Fresh and beautifully presented, the sashimi was the highlight of our dinner. Except for the chewy octopus, each piece melted in the mouth, showcasing the quality and freshness of the fish. Tongue Grill: This adventurous dish was a textural delight. You grill the meat at your table. I wish they had some sauces to go with this dish rather than just the salt. Salmon Kama: This fatty marinated salmon collar in yuzu zest was cooked well, falling off the bone and offering rich, melt-in-your-mouth bites. There were quite a few bones in this dish, so be cautious when eating. Tori Soba: This dish was very disappointing. The chicken was a bit dry and lacked luster, and the broth had some bitterness to it. Hokkaidon: Hokkaidon was on their "today's special menu." It consisted of Hokkaido uni, Hokkaido scallop, and house marinated Ikura over sushi rice. For $32. We were expecting a decent portion of uni, but it wasn't much. The uni's creamy sweetness complemented the scallop's delicate flavor and the ikura's pops of briny richness. However, as I mentioned earlier, the portion size definitely felt small for the price. The bowl was mostly full of rice. Overall, Leichi is a decent restaurant. It's a small restaurant, so make sure you have a reservation before you go there. read more
2 years ago
Live, love, laugh, Leichi ;) This is a great spot to sample quality Japanese dishes. The restaurant gets busy quickly so I'd recommend making a reservation before stopping by. Also note that space/seating is quite small and intimate, so dining with a large party may not feel as comfortable. I've been here a few times and really enjoy their raw menu items--like the Hokkaidon and Mini Chirashi Bowl. The fish quality is always fresh and portion sizes are great for someone who doesn't eat much like myself. My boyfriend really enjoys their Salmon Chazuke, so much so that he orders three servings LOL. Service is alright--nothing outstanding. Prices are on the higher end but not too outrageous for a Japanese small plates dining experience. Overall, I think the great food compensates for anything else Leichi lacks. I'll be back to try out more menu items in the future! read more
Get the grilled black cod in white miso and anything fried! The cod was melt in your mouth buttery and not fishy at all, but be careful of the small bones. They've got their fry down here with the agedashi tofu and tempura. Crisp and light! The sashimi choices were ok. Some of the uni on my scallops seemed a bit fishy. The desserts did not disappoint. We had the yuzu sorbet, which was light and refreshing and the roasted green tea panna cotta was silky smooth. Rezzies on Yelp but it kept screwing up so we called in and got what we needed. read more
It is my second time coming here and I like they serve authentic Japanese food. Had the special Hokkaidon where the sea urchin and scallops are fresh and sweet! The salmon roe was a bit too salty and with small portion of rice. The miso soup is also salty but I like the ingredients which is atypical of what you can find. The grilled snapper head is my favorite as it's perfectly cooked and has a charred flavor. The restaurant is small but the staff are very knowledgeable and fast so the wait is manageable. read more
1 year ago
6 months ago
This was a really nice restaurant in terms of ambiance, service, and food quality! Prices range $25-50 a person, but I would genuinely recommend this restaurant for authentic Japanese flavors. To start, the salmon with(?) yum was a unique appetizer with mountain yam "noodles" topped with salmon, but the texture was really interesting because it turned slimey as time went on, similar to natto. It could have definitely used more salmon, but it is an appetizer and was a good starter. The mini charashi, agedashi tofu, and chawanmushi were good but did not stand out. The hamachi carpaccio would be a pass next time, the fish was overpowered by the sauce. My favorite dish was the grilled black cod, it was extremely tender and juicy, but just a heads up- the portions were extremely small. Lastly, the soba pudding was pretty good! There was a surprising layer of sauce on the bottom, similar to the taste of burnt sugar/creme brulee and it was like a very nutty tofu. Overall, would come back to try the duck soba :) read more
2 years ago
Leichi is a hidden gem in the Bay Area! When you enter the restaurant it is small and rustic, but well decorated; giving it a feel as if you were in a small shop in Japan! Many Japanese locals come here for their signature fresh delicacy fish and wagyu! The service was quick and accommodating, its best to make a reservation as if gets crowded. We came for their fresh soba and it's honestly the best soba in the area! The soba and dipping sauce is so fresh and tasty, and I tried it with the duck which gave it a nice umami flavor. The house made tofu is also soft and silky. Come to leichi for a nice date night, and great food! read more
Great food, kind and quick service, clean and cozy environment. We ordered the tempura udon and the pork katsu bento for lunch. The tempura udon had a bit of a seafood flavor due to the seaweed they put in the soup that balanced well with orange zest. Tempura included shrimp, sweet potato, and jalapenos, which was all very good and tender, not too spicy. The pork katsu bento included bowl of rice, seaweed soup, 3 small sides including pickled vegetables and some octopus. The pork katsu with lemon sprinkled over tasted amazing. Prices are on the higher side, but leichi does deliver on quality! read more
New fav restaurant added to the list!!! I'm so happy this place exists. Very homey japanese food with pretty unique petite dishes. HOMEMADE SESAME TOFU + UNI Never had tofu like this before. Silky, perfect chef's kiss flavored, with a really good slightly gooey chewy feel? It's not chewy, there's no words - just amazing super soft texture. It's delicious. Uni is small but it's just the cherry on top over the best tofu I've had. CHAZUKE WITH SALMON Also favorite!!! Best chazuke ever. The salmon is marinated with perfect texture. The broth is soooo good. It's so comforting. SALMON WITH YAM Cold dish with mountain yam that's in noodle shape. It has that slimy chewy texture. You know it's super healthy but it is actually really good. The sashimi salmon is perfect and the sauce is just right. Is everything just that good here? HOT SOBA W CHICKEN Their soba is perfectly chewy and handmade. I wanted to really enjoy the texture of the soba so I got it on the side - so glad they were able to do that! Because the broth was super piping hot - delicious too. And the amount of chicken was quite generous! MINI CHIRASHI It's very mini! We got two slices of salmon, hamachi, and some type of tuna. Pretty good protein but definitely get it as a side. We did like ~2 mini dishes per person and it made a super satisfying and unique meal. The homemade tofu and chazuke are going to be staples for me for sure, but everything else I try every time blows all the other ones I'd had. 10/10 recommend. read more
3 years ago
I can't believe it's was my first time here! Leichi looks like a sweet local gem. Loved the very Japan-esk entrance with the same bottles. Reminds me of izakayas in Japan. The restaurant was small but spacious. I didn't feel like I had to talk over anyone nor was it difficult to get service. All the food presentation was beautiful and the fish was super fresh! Although my least favorite was the mackerel sashimi because of its fishyness, but I still gave it a try since it was in their six-kinds sashimi set. We also opted for a few appetizers that I've never tried before. We got the Tako wasa which was raw octopus, mixed in wasabi concoction. Very tasty! We also got the house tofu that was supposed to have uni on top, but they ran out so they gave us hotate. It had an interesting texture, but it was not my cup of tea. We also tried the hot stone grill beef tongue; presentation was so cool but taste was okay. Nothing special about this one but I enjoyed it. The housemade soba was interesting and we were pretty full by the end of our meal when they brought it out but I appreciate the freshness of it. Would come back! Great for date nights!! read more
2 years ago
Definitely recommend making a reservation, lots of food variety options! The service is great, good recommendations, ambiance is good. Small seating inside. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
Excellent, fresh sushi! Presentation of food is beautiful and everything we had was delicious. The inside of the restaurant is nice and unexpected. Clean establishment with very nice staff. Make a reservation if you can, since they always seem full! read more
8 months ago
I came to this restaurant with a co-worker of Japanese origin who said that this place is super authentic. It was fantastic! The food was superb, the server was courteous and attentive. My favorites were the mushroom tempura (which I'd never had anywhere else before) and the hot soba (house made). Technically I want to give this place 4.5 stars (half star short of 5 because the place was very small - I felt that the restaurant was cramped and a bit stuffy, and there weren't many greens options - only Napa cabbage in the hot pot). Overall, a great place, and I would definitely return! read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
This spot is always bumping and for good reason! Excellent food, fun ambiance, courteous and kind staff, it's truly a hidden gem! read more
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246 Saratoga Ave
Santa Clara, CA 95050
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Should I still reserve a reservation even if for lunch time?
Did your hours change because of COVID? Can we make a reservation? Thank you.
Our hours are 11:30-2:00 5:00-9:00 (last order for out side seating is 8:30) We can take a reservation only by phone.… Read more
Is there outdoor seating? or only delivery/takeout? thanks.
Yes. There is outdoor seating. See my pics!
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