My first time here, and definitely will be back. Ever since I had real Japanese food in Japan, I've…read morebeen on a hunt for authentic Japanese food, and this spot did not disappoint! It is so fresh, so good, my whole family was impressed! We were a big party, and luckily it was not too busy! We were served fast, and we all tried different dishes, mine was the Unagi, my son got the Omurice, and my other son got the Chicken Katsu! Street Parking, close to UC Berkeley, we will be back!

A charming little hole-in-the-wall that totally delivered! My kids were craving sushi, and this…read moreplace hit the spot perfectly. The portions were generous, the fish was impressively fresh -- exactly what you want on a hot day. The couple who owns it are warm and welcoming, which gives it a real neighborhood gem feel. If you're anywhere near downtown Berkeley, it's absolutely worth a stop.

Amazingly delicious rice buns in the Koja braised beef koja burgers. Small but filling. Yummmm…read more The k fries are also delicious. Best deal is the two tacos fries and a soda for $14.25. Worth coming back soon. Very walkable.

I like the concept and vibes of this place. Service was a bit slow and we were the only customers…read morethere on a Saturday afternoon... The short rib was tender and had good flavor, and the rice bun was super crispy & yummy. I just wish the koja had more to it....it was just meat and lettuce, but it needed a cold, crunchy, and tart aspect like kimchi or something! The umami fries were not good unfortunately; they were soggy, too saucy, and I wish they layered things instead of dumping everything on top.

stopped by when i was craving poke and this spot did not disappoint! the fish was very fresh and…read morethe portions are very generous. you have the option to do a classic poke box or just grab a 1/4 of the fish ala carte (with mix-ins & sauce but no sides). the workers here are always so nice and helpful. they're also willing to explain what the items are on the menu if you're not sure! haven't tried any of the onigiri/musubi but they do have lots of delicious looking options if poke isn't your style or you're looking for something more snackable. they also have options like an unagi box (cooked eel) and salmon teriyaki if you're not into raw fish!

I was really craving poke, and this was so satisfying. My bf picked up a 3-protein bowl for me with…read moretuna, salmon, and hamachi with spicy mayo and ponzu with tons of toppings. The fish tasted so fresh and the sauces were delicious. The crab salad was also really good and normally that's iffy to me. I'm definitely coming back here when I've got a poke craving.

Wow! Both the taste and presentation blew me away. As someone who loves quirky ice cream flavors, I…read morereally appreciated the creativity the menu offered. We ordered the natsu yasumi roll, the riceless sakana special, mango tango roll, and the classic lion king roll. The natsu yasumi roll was one of our favorites, even though the shiso leaf flavor was quite forward. The purple rice was absolutely stunning, and each roll was vibrant and meticulously crafted. Everything looked just as impressive as it tasted. Not to mention, the rolls came out quickly despite the level of detail in the presentation. The 4.8 star rating is well deserved! Definitely worth the drive in the hills.

I'm surprised that I haven't written a review for Sakana in Kensington yet. My wife and I have…read morebeen coming here for a few years now and they have yet to disappoint us. Everything we have had has been fresh, delicious, and well presented. The sashimi, specialty rolls, baked rolls (cooked ingredients besides tobiko), nigiri, and vegan/vegetarian rolls have all been excellent. I like the purple rice they use (sushi rice mixed with black rice) as it helps them stand out in both flavor and healthy offerings. The service is consistently on point too. Our servers have always been very courteous, attentive, and hard working. I appreciate that they can offer this level of food and service in a casual environment. I heard that they opened up a location in Albany within the last year or so that we have yet to visit. They do a great job and we're looking forward to dining with them for years to come.

Made the trek out to Berkeley a few weeks ago to check out easterly. Had heard great things about…read moreit from my friends that went to school there. Overall, I was really impressed. The food is overall much better than the hunan / spicy Chinese food that we have in SF. And it was such a large space so super easy to get a seat and get service. High recommend the cabbage. It was one of the best veggies I've had in a while.

This place has been one of my go-to restaurant to get authentic Hunan style Chinese dishes!…read more Every time I go, I always order a delicious cold fresh young coconut to drink, Xiao Long Baos or Pork Dumplings as appetizers and their Beef Noodles soups (spicy). If you're a rice person, and love flavor + variety, their eggplant with minced pork, braised pork belly, stir fried beef with peppers, steamed egg with minced pork and cauliflower are my go-to dishes! The service here is very friendly and quick; as for ordering, you order through an iPad. I love the vibes of this restaurant, definitely a great place to have a meal with your friends and family or a big celebration! I do recommend if you have more than 10+ in your party, call ahead so they can seat you properly!

I didn't realize there was a Japanese market in the area! I wanted to make poke nachos, but didn't…read morewant to drive to the fish market in Albany. I was able to find almost everything I needed at this market. They have sashimi, seaweed salad, imitation crab sticks, packaged and prepared food, meat, snacks, etc. It's a nice little store with a lot to offer. I'd come back again.

This is a small, what looks like a family-run spot, that I really enjoy visiting. The staff are…read moreconsistently polite, welcoming, and always happy to help, which makes a big difference every time I stop by. I usually come here to pick up snacks, and it's become a favorite for my little one, they absolutely love the Meiji chocolate, and this is the closest place where I can reliably find it. Even though the store is on the smaller side, it should meet your daily needs. You'll find essentials like dairy and fresh fruit, along with more specialty items like miso paste and a variety of Japanese seasonings. It's compact, but thoughtfully organized, and has most things you will need without feeling overwhelming.

Delivered through Doordarsh What: Ordered tuna poke and…read moresalmon poke bowls Experience: Not bad. Fish were fresh and the bowls were tasty. Portions: Fair Good to know: You can also order Humphrey Slocombe with your poke. :( -- Rice was hard as mentioned by other reviewers on Yelp and Doordarshan Will I re-order? Definitely!

The fish was pretty fresh and I liked the added crunch and salty, sweet, and spicy flavors added by…read morethe seaweed and kimchi in the bowl. Overall it was pretty good and has late hours for cravings. I also got ice cream as part of the delivery.

Fish is super fresh and area is very clean…read more Their veggies are fresh and all in all a good place to shop for Japanese food.

Awesome!!!! Got…read morethere Saturday at 8:45am expecting a big line before , like there was on my first trip there a yr ago. No line, parking with open slots, we were #2 in line. 9am doors opened, greeted from the staff, "Welcome in". Came for the fresh sashimi and Hawaiian goods. We just got back from Maui. Found the pre-sliced sashimi. The fish monger overheard our conversation. I was explaining the fish assortment to my wife. He also gave us for Free, Fresh Wasabi root to shave on our fish assortment. I had him cut a few pieces of Tako for us. They we went shopping for Hawaiian goods. S&S Siamin, char sue Manapua, guava Jam etc This is such a great market