I stopped by Izumi while I was in town for a business trip, and everything was so delicious that I…read morehad to leave a review! Of course, the premium items like the sweet shrimp sushi were amazing, but even the simpler dishes really impressed me. I especially loved the masago salad, the little yellow fish roe , Masago? had such a fun, crunchy pop in every bite. The squid sushi was another surprise. It was incredibly tender with such a nice texture, probably one of my favorites of the meal. The grilled hamachi was also perfectly cooked and so moist and flavorful. The service made the experience even better. The staff was very friendly, and we were seated right away without having to wait. Such a great experience overall! I'm really glad I found this place during my trip, and I would definitely come back if I'm in the area again.

This ended up being a rant, but the two star rating says everything…read more For your entertainment: ---------------------------------------------------------- I was warned, but I had to go see for myself... Dios mio..... It wasn't long ago when I enjoyed this place, truly so, even though the rice really needed more vinegar. Not sure why they don't. The vinegar helps with digestion. This was never a buffet. I'm paying per plate. You want my stomach to feel good so I can get more plates, right? I think the visit previous to these past two weeks was early in the year, and everything was A-OK. They were good enough that I was happy to see them expand. -------------------------- A couple of weeks ago, my folks had paid them a visit again, and warned against the otoro which had gone to cra*, but otherwise still OK. My sister flew back early this month and my folks decided to come here for a family lunch... I guess they had a remodel RECENTLY. The sushi train has changed, a Fuxing* replacing the Shinkansen. My cousin and sister know their sushi, but I'm no sushi snob. I'm guilty of going to Kukje at 7 to pick up half price sushi. And even I noticed a drop in quality... I could still taste the salmon, but most of the other fish just tasted frozen. Even the specials with the ankimo, negitoro, the ikura, they tasted more muted than before. The tuna sashimi had a pool of its own juice on the plate. So I went back a week later, just to see how bad the otoro was. Striated, delaminating before you even touch it with your chopsticks. I wished for melt-in-my-mouth. I got sinew. It won't mess you up like the Titan, but it's still a disaster. Delamination does not belong in anything sea related. It was insulting. The Japanese care about the freshness and quality of ingredients. Us Cantonese as well, shutting down the government panel when they try to tell us that frozen frog is as good as fresh. What [redacted] did you do? Ugh. If I wrote this review in Cantonese, I would get into so much trouble, not because the owners can read it, but because it would be laced with so much profanity. Seeing the changing of the trains coincide with the nose dive, I feel like a PhD candidate studying the collective intersectionality of modern orientalism. I'll take the cheesy shamisen tones over this. Other parts of my life have taught me that Loyalty written in stone is prone to abuse. I loved this place. This was disappointing. Don't tell me this is the expense of opening new locations. This review isn't about Otoro, but the otoro said everything. * Fuxing is pronounced Foo-xin, not f**k-sing.

We went early around 4:30pm and got a spot after waiting 20 min. However people didn't need to wait…read moreafter we got in so depends on if it's full or not. For two people we got three rolls and a box. The box was delicious and we really liked the scallop roll! Some of the sushi was repetitive since the inside was the same. Overall really delicious and fast to come out.

This is the second I got food poisoning from this spot. The first time I got food poisoning while…read moreeating here and the second time was for a to go order. The second time I came here, I placed the order and waited for my food but it wasn't ready by the pickup time. After 20 minutes, my food was ready but I was horrified when I realized they put the cooked stuff in the bag with the raw items so I separated the items when I got in the car. I jokingly said to my husband "What are the chances of me getting food poisoning again?" All the fishes taste not fresh and some of the rolls have a strange taste to them. This place is overpriced and not fresh.

I'm reluctant to post a review of this place because it's such a gem and I wanna gatekeep haha but…read morethey're the best! Everything on the menu is top notch and the service is nothing short of it. All the servers are great! Eric is always the best. After trying the entire menu, I'd say the Kashiwa secret box is the best value. Always a fan of the hand rolls (especially the spicy scallop), beef teriyaki plate, and their bluefin lovers roll. Sleeper items include the mushroom tempura, the bbq squid (entire squid for $18!), and shima aji nigiri special. Ambiance is great. Very lucky to have a place so local that's Japan-tier quality. Don't sleep on this place!

Food is good, and prices are reasonable. Location is just okay (not a lot of parking available);…read moresmall spot with a few tables inside, but if it's busy, it feels tight and can't accommodate large groups as well. The real downside - the service. The most recent visit was slow and non-existent, and we weren't able to get a table, with only one person on the floor in the front house hosting, serving, and bussing. The person was working hard, which is commendable, yet didn't acknowledge people coming in (in addition to us) with a "I'll be right with you" or "We're short-handed"...barely even a glance actually at all. Can't really fault them; they were setup to fail. We went to Soul Rice instead. There are other options.

Stopped by Yoshi in Serramonte and had a really good experience…read more I ordered the chirashi bowl with a large hot sake, and my mom got a Sapporo. The chirashi bowl was so good, and they were generous with the sashimi. The pieces were thick and fresh, which made it feel worth ordering. Shoutout to our server, Gunwoo, who was super friendly and helpful with the menu. He made the whole experience even better. There was also a good crowd watching the World Cup, so the restaurant had a fun, welcoming energy. I also liked the Japanese-themed interior and the music playing in the background. It all came together really nicely. Definitely planning on coming back for lunch since I saw they have some pretty good lunch specials.

I wanted to like Yoshi more, but the service and food were both pretty underwhelming…read more I asked for water three times and didn't get it until I was basically done with my whole meal. The atmosphere is kind of funny though. It feels very Filipino underneath everything, but they're trying to cover it up with Japanese music Honestly, that amused me enough to give them an extra star. But please get a music subscription. Hearing ads playing inside a restaurant in 2026 is wild. Food-wise, it was barely mid. We ordered the Yoshi Tonkatsu Deluxe, and it just wasn't it. The broth lowkey tasted like instant ramen with some vegetables added in. It wasn't terrible, and the price is pretty cheap, so I can't complain too much. But the broth really needed more flavor and depth. Cheap and filling, sure. Just don't come expecting anything amazing.

Restaurant located on Southgate behind Westlake Shopping Center where parking can be a challenge…read moreduring mealtimes. We parked in the back of the Home Depot lot but not sure if that is kosher or not. I think many people do this. Was wondering once the new apartment complex is open how many folks will park their cars in the Home Depot lot?? Nice smallish cozy interior. Full house for a Saturday night. Only one server but she did well to take care of all the guests. Food was excellent and nice portions We Ordered... Duck Ramen Truffle Ramen Ramen noodles were well cooked and proteins were very tasty. Soups were a bit intense and could be diluted a bit more to balance the flavors but better than being bland. Saba Shio with 6 piece sashimi combo... large portion of grilled mackerel served with white rice and side salad. Fish was savory and satisfyingly tasty. Sashimi was good thick slices but leaves you wanting more Chirashi bowl.. nice serving of fresh fish over seasoned rice Crab Lover roll... Soft shell crab inside with avocado and snow crab on top. Very nice and crabby! Romeo Juliet roll... so good with fresh salmon, scallop, and tobiko with avocado too. Delicious

One of the best places for value omakase at ~$40. Pieces of fish are fresh, quality, and tasty!…read moreThey also have a good variety of fish, with rotating specials. If you're not in the mood for sushi, then their chicken karaage is also fire. Chicken is super juicy and tender. Flavor is also on point and one of my favorites in the area. Their ramen is also a solid option. Daly City is always cold and foggy, so nothing hits harder than a bowl of hot garlic ramen. Definitely recommend this spot for anyone craving a solid Japanese spot with good value!

We love coming here.. always good food. Godzilla is my favorite. Some of the regular staff…read moreremembers us and know our order

Great food. Good service. Nice ambiance. Good parking availability, accessible location, fresh food.read more

We decided to order poke bowls from this place again. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and…read morewell-balanced. The sauces complemented the ingredients perfectly without overpowering them, and overall it was a very delicious meal. I would order from here again. The only downside was that a few of the grape tomatoes weren't fresh. It's a small issue, and I understand that it's easy to miss one or two when preparing a dish, but I hope the restaurant can pay a little more attention to checking the vegetables, especially the tomatoes, in the future.

They advertised the onigiri and this is pretty sad. I had to ask if this was a mistake and the…read moreworker stated this is what corporate has asked us to make. Even another worker agreed with me but they couldn't do anything about it. Please don't advertise if your onigiri is going to be so flat. Times are tough but sheesh.

Finally tried Russ Fam Kitchen after seeing illocos empanadas go viral on social media, and they…read moredid not disappoint. The crust had this perfect crisp, crunchy texture, and the vinegar dipping sauce really drove it home. The empanadas are generously sized, so definitely worth the price, but one is plenty for a single sitting since they're on the richer, oilier side. A couple heads up. The spot is tucked inside a gas station and they do sell out fast since batches are limited. I'd recommend calling ahead or checking online before making the trip to make sure they're open because I've noticed their hours vary. That being said, when you catch them open, it's worth it. Now I get why these went viral. I'll definitely be back for more.

Came here a few months ago to try the popular ilocos empanada and Cali spam musubi. Both were just…read moreokay. We were recently excited to try their new silog menu for breakfast. The workers were very nice and friendly. When it came to the food, we were sadly disappointed. We ordered a longsilog with a side of bacon. Came with 2pc longanisa and 4pc bacon for $20.. very much on the pricey side compared to gateway kitchen not far from here. My biggest complaint was that the rice was soo mushy, definitely not properly cooked. I hope we just got a bad batch.

We almost never come to Daly City and certainly never eat here, but tonight we were in town to see…read morean IMAX movie and wanted some light bites to eat before our show. Not much in this area, found Tomo, it seemed interesting, so we decided to give it a try. The restaurant is very spacious, decor is minimal, seating is plenty- although the cushions & tabletops are showing a lot of wear & tear and should probably be replaced or repaired. That being said, it had a very casual & comfortable almost diner-like feel to it. Service is very good, there are a few waitresses circulating around checking on the dining room, refilling drinks, running food, taking orders, and checking in with patrons. We were seated quickly, and the food also arrived quickly. Our waitress was very nice, professional, and efficient. Food was good. We mostly ordered appetizers since we were on a schedule to see a movie and just wanted something lite to tie us down for the next 2 hours. Got edamame, agedashi tofu, pickled cucumbers, and a shiitake mushroom roll. The edamame plate was so small, I think I literally counted my 12 bean pods, I couldn't believe it was a paid dish. I sort of complained to the waitress about it, and she got the hint and brought out another small plate with maybe 8 bean pods. Ok, so we ended up getting 20 overall, lol. Weird way to start the meal. The shiitake roll was so-so. It literally fell apart just trying to pick it up with chopsticks, i don't think they were rolled tightly. Taste was good, but nothing memorable. I really liked the Agedashi tofu with some semi-sweet dipping sauce that was very savory- just salty enough, rich enough, and bold enough to bring out a lot of flavor out of plain tofu. This dish was pretty big in size, and it made up for my disappointment with the size of the edamame appetizer. Lastly, the pickled cucumber was really good. Fresh, crunchy, not too tart or sour, perfectly light, with a hint of vinegar & zest to cleanse the palate. Overall, I enjoyed our light snack here at this casual restaurant. Prices were decent, service was stellar, and food was ok, save some really small portions, at least everything tasted good, fresh, and balanced in flavors & seasoning. I had to dock points off for portions & the quality of the sushi roll falling apart, but other than that, I recommend Tomo was a good place to stop to eat before heading to the movie theater next door.

Came here on a solo date before the movies. I ordered Orion…read morebeer, tempura and two sushi rolls. I came in and got seated immediately. I ordered the beer and tempura and kept going back and forth between a couple of rolls. I asked the waitress on her opinions and she recommended a Sexy roll since it was rice paper not the traditional seaweed wrap. It was such a great recommendation. I liked that roll better than the other roll I ordered. The other roll I ordered was Super shrimp. When I was leaving it seemed like a popular place since parties kept coming in and knew what to order. It is a bit pricey but they do have a happy hour. Can't wait to come back for that

It's Asian Wholefoods, but the prices are more reasonable. I have no clue how their meals are so…read morecheap. They taste good and portions are nice. Plus there's a lot of variety. There's also an oyster bar and a Michelin rated restaurant which we will try one day. My only complaint is that they're not down south.

This place is like a foodie disneyland. So many options of international snacks and beverages. They…read morehave many options of hot and cold foods to grab to go. There's also a nice bakery cafe with many incredible options I have yet to try. I grabbed some premade food for lunch since I was in a hurry. And yes I spent $50 on lunch which I shouldn't have because when am I getting the chance to come back again when I'm in the east bay. Sashimi 4/5 The yellow tail and salmon were delicious but I ended up finding a bone in my salmon unfortunately. Bulgogi Kimbap 4/5 Rice was a little dry. The pricing is very competitive because other places are a couple to a few dollars more. Portion is pretty big. Kalbi Mandu 4.5/5 Wow, chefs kiss. Juicy and tender. Nicely seasoned. Bulgogi Dosirak 3/5 Very disappointed. I couldn't finish it. Bulgogi was very tough and dry. Rice was dry. Japchae was okay. The pickled sides were the best. They are very clean and that's something I very much appreciate. There's still a lot of food options that I have yet to try and definitely coming back to find better options.