Came by on a weeknight with reservations and didnt find the restaurant too busy. The restaurant itself is super intimate and cozy. Definitely perfect for a date night or even a cute girls night. The ambiance feels upscale without being stuffy and the whole experience felt very relaxed and thoughtful. One thing I really liked is that they let you customize your omakase experience by either choosing a price point (ranging around $119-$219) or selecting the number of courses you want. We opted for the $150 menu and ended up getting 15 courses, which felt like the perfect amount. And let me tell you... every single bite was spectacular. Don't ask me to remember the names of everything because I absolutely cannot haha but every course was fresh, beautifully presented, and genuinely delicious. You can tell they put a lot of care into balancing flavors and textures throughout the meal. Service was also excellent from start to finish , attentive, welcoming, and paced really well without ever feeling rushed. Parking is mainly street parking, but if you drive a little farther down there's also a garage with free parking for the first two hours, which made things easy. Overall, everything about the experience was wonderful and I would absolutely come back again. read more

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It's rare for my wife and I to dine out during dinner time due to having a young toddler but luckily my MIL gave us a chance to go out for our 4-year wedding anniversary. I haven't had Omakase in a while and was excited to try out this spot. [[ Notes ]]: 1.) Give yourself time to get to the restaurant. It's so close to the Cal-Train Menlo Park station that we got delayed twice by the gates closing. 2.) Free 2-hour parking at the underground parking lot next to the restaurant. It is super well-lit and clean. One of the best garage parking lots I've been to in a while. 3.) It's a "pick your price" omakase ranging from $119 - $219. We opted for something close-ish to the middle and settled at $180 per person. This came with 18 small bites + 1 dessert. [[ Things I liked ]] 1.) Service - Absolutely amazing as the whole wait staff was very attentive. Every dish was described in detail, waters refilled all the time without asking, and constant checking in to make sure things are good. At one point we really liked the unique plates the food was being served on and the waiter immediately came over and told us who the artist was. Good attention to detail. 2.) Overall the fusion omakase was really good and I thought the 18 small bites + 1 dessert was a good mix. [[ Things I disliked ]] 1.) I think it would be nice if they actually had a large sign that has "Robin Menlo Park" so its easier to find. Instead they have a contemporary "robin" picture that is harder to find if you don't know what you are looking for. 2.) They play club/hip-hop music which is an interesting choice. I'm an older millennial so I didn't mind it much but I can see how it can be distracting since the volume is relatively loud. 3.) We arrived at 5pm and no one was there. As such, when we sat down, every single person was staring at us including the 6-7 chefs behind the counter. My wife thought it was so weird and was embarassed that so many people were staring at her the whole time. It got better as more guests arrived. 4.) Since there were so many dishes being served, I was hoping they could give me a set list at the end so I can remember what I ate but they don't do that which made me kind of sad. Next time I'll bring a pen and notebook so I can write it down. [[ Conclusion ]] Robin Menlo Park is quite a good restaurant. It can be pricey for the amount of food you get but we had a good time. I posted the small bites I loved the most as well as the full selection so you can take a glance. P.S. - the ending dessert was FRICKEN GOOD! Some coconut, macademia, frozen banana custard thing. read more

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Reservations for a girl's night. Reservations highly recommended Quality was nice, but food was underwhelming considering the price, this place is more so a fusion spot in my opinion. I respect they had different tiers for omakase. We laughed at the fact on of the dishes where it was a fancy dehydrated potato of some sort, we thought it was a Pringle. Beautiful restaurant, lighting, dinnerware. Beautifully curated. They blasting clubbing music which just was odd, but didn't hate it. Very hip/trendy compared to traditional experience. So fancy ambience, but also casual bar vibes. If you're looking for more of a traditional omakase experience maybe skip. If you're looking for a more trendy, casual experience, I'd think you'll like it read more

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We celebrated Valentine's here and it was delicious! It's 13-18 pieces, so we went with 15 pieces. I have to say, this is by far the SMALLEST nigiris I've had for Omakase.... I was worried it wouldn't be enough but it ended up being ok. I love that I was able to try Halibut liver-- absolutely delicious! It's something I have not tried before, so I appreciate being able to try new things. The ambiance is pretty hip with 2000s r&b/hip hop playing. Service was friendly and quick. Overall, I enjoyed my experience. It's not in my top 5 Omakase experience, but delicious nonetheless. read more

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My friends and I were looking forward to having a nice omakase meal and decided to come to Robin after separately hearing it recommended by other friends. We opted to eat an earlier rather than alter dinner which worked out well for us. We parked in the local parking structure and almost missed the doorway but recognized their logo. Our server was very friendly and explained to us about the sliding scale. We told him our desired pricepoint which was originally going to be the middle of the rang...but also inquired whether some of our favorites like uni, wagyu, toro tartare would be included to which he mentioned what he could do for us. I opted to order a blood orange highball which was delicious and lasted me throughout about half of the meal. This is probably in part because the food comes out quite fast. It felt like there was very little downtime in between the dishes. We were quite impressed with the first few dishes that we ended up telling our server we would go for the max pricepoint. With our 20 some items plus dessert we ate pretty much nonstop for about 80 minutes. As the restaurant got busier and the music a tad louder, it got harder to hear the servers as they were explaining the items. Some stand out pieces for us were the nori chip, uni dishes, and the toro tartare medley that came with some wonton chips. I had a few other enjoyed nigiri although some were not as tasty as I have had at other places. I also really enjoyed their coconut soft serve dessert offering as it was a refreshing and delicious ending to the meal. read more

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Been getting more into omakases lately and Robin was a pleasant addition to the repertoire. We opted for the $219 per person for 20 small bites, which was the max. I would personally recommend this if you are able to, as we felt that we could have eaten more. Contemporary local omakase is their specific cuisine and, luckily, that is right up our palettes. We had to literally slow ourselves down so that we weren't finishing everything too quickly, which was challenging to do since everything was delicious. Their modern and creative spins on some of the bites including sashimi mixed with papaya, fried onions, chicharron, as well as their signature potato chip and caviar nigiri were momentous. Additionally, their strawberry highball was delicious. We sat at the chef's counter which is always a delight. It was a bit hard to hear our chef, though, whenever he was announcing the food line-up. It would have been nice if they had provided a written menu as well; I already forgot the specific classifications when looking through my photos. Overall, I'd say Robin was a 4.5/5, but will round up. read more

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We were excited to check out Robin, which is more of a contemporary-/modern-style omakase in the Menlo Park 'hood; their original location is in SF. Our favorites of the evening included the nori chip, topped with wagyu, Asian pear, and uni; the chutoro with sansho pepper; the kama toro special; and, the housemade potato chip nigiri, topped with caviar. Request for the center counter seating, as it's always fun to watch the chefs prepare each dish! Staff and service was friendly; note that the pacing is a bit more 'fast' and 'rushed' here, so it's not your typical 2+ hour omakase experience. Reservations required. +contemporary-/modern-style omakase +fast-paced +reservations required read more

Great venue. Clean and open. Servers were friendly and fast. Come in. Sit at the bar. Be amazed. That being said - their pricing model is so dumb. I really don't like the come in and set your price - model. I'll take a set priced omakase thank you. Maybe that's just me. But I'll get over it cause it was so good. I can usually tell is a place is going to be great by the rice. Perfectly cooked, seasoned, and the proper size (not too big) for a multi piece omakase. Fish were all excellent and generous. Toppings made each price unique and surprising You will not leave hungry - especially cause you set the price anyway so just as more. I'm posting just a few of the standout pieces - don't want to run the surprise. read more

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Such a fun unique concept! You tell them what you want to pay (within a range), and they craft a personalized onakase experience. Came here for a nicer dinner with friends. Street parking was easy to find along El Camino on a weeknight. When you walk in, it definitely has a cooler vibe and you're greeted with the classic Japanese welcome. Service was friendly and they explained the menu (or lack thereof) well. We opted for the middle of the range, so about $175pp. We each got 12 nigiri and 5 miscellaneous cold dishes/sashimi, along with a dessert. We were definitely full by the end! A couple standouts were the wagyu with foie gras and the uni tartare on seaweed chip. Definitely worth the splurge, and id love to come back one day and try their top tier! read more

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I came here for my birthday and it did not disappoint! What makes their omakase unique is that you choose the number of courses or price point, and the chef curates the rest of the experience. We opted for the 13-course option and it was the perfect amount for us. There were so many standout bites. Our honorable mentions were the Hokkaido uni, the truffle noodles, the salmon (every preparation was amazing), and the wagyu topped with foie gras shavings. Honestly, everything was incredibly good and thoughtfully prepared. As a sweet surprise, they even brought out ice cream with a candle for my birthday, which was such a nice touch. The food, service, and ambiance were all 10/10. Definitely one of the best omakase experiences I've had! read more

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I was kind of underwhelmed with Robin. I was expecting more from the food and the service here. I had Robin SF a few years back and the flavors were good. But when I tried it here, I felt like the sauces and the marination was too much and I couldn't taste the fish at all. Also, I did not like how there was a range of prices and there was no menu that I can look to see what the different options were. Overall, I would say that this place is more fusion and a lot of flavors but if you like traditional sushi tasting, I would not recommend coming here read more

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Generally enjoyed my experience at Robin! I had heard good and not so good things so I was prepared for anything. Some things I heard were that they did non traditional dressings... I had also heard the quality of the fish was soso. From my experience I enjoyed the non traditional dressings cause I feel trad gets boring/stale. I got the $219 option for 22 bites total (1 was dessert) avging out to $10/piece which is honestly pretty good value. Is the quality the most premium... No but it's def solid. If you're looking for something more fun and non traditional and with multiple budgetary tier options, def give Robin a shot! read more

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If I could give Robin more than 5 stars, I would. I grew up in the South Bay and have had my fair share of good sushi in the area. But Robin is by far the absolute best experience I've ever had. Every single time I've come here, I'm truly shocked at both the quality of the fish and the quality of the customer service. I've been here twice now, like... within the same week. It's that good. I won't go into massive detail over each dish I had because that would be quite the task - just know that they basically ask you how many pieces you want to eat and then tailor the entire experience around that number. It's so much better than the standard omakases you might find elsewhere (where they offer just one or two pre-set numbers). The one thing I absolutely LOVED outside of the fish was the coconut soft serve they gave us at the end - it had the most delicious miso caramel sauce and little chocolate shavings on top. A must-have when you come here. Truly the best experience and I will always be back every time I'm in town. read more

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Came back for our anniversary dinner. It was still a nice experience overall, but didn't hit as good as the first time. The courses felt a bit repetitive, especially with the types of fish and meat we were getting. Still solid quality, just not as memorable as our first visit. read more

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back again so sooon bc it was jus so good. sliiiighttttt change to and i ate last time and more sake consumption this time too - i think i need to cut it out next time lol. the price is also jus so worth it! it's def become my go to omakase for now. def wanna try the bento to go if they still have it! read more

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Don't get me wrong, the quality here is good and service is nice. I just don't know if it's worth the starting price. I'm no sushi expert, and I only lived in Japan for a combined two years, but my experience at Robin was just ok. You choose your own price point, and so I went with $200 (I think they start at $130), while my family members did something in between to test out how different the experience would be. My price point had around three extra bites, which were just different displays of uni (sea urchin) and wagyu to justify the extra I paid. Drinks were fine (we tried a few cocktails, liquor and draft beer). Environment gives fancy dinner vibes with the dark tones and lighting, but also casual since it's Menlo Park, and it was a nice birthday dinner we had a gift card for. But I wouldn't come back unless my company or some rich friend paid for it since I can get full on good sushi elsewhere. read more

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These guys have a fire Spotify playlist and is such a vibe. I've been here twice for dinner and a handful of times for their bento lunch pick ups. I love the moody dim ambiance during dinner service and enjoyed their omakase experience. I went the $119 route while my companion did the max at $219. It was all really tasty the first time but the second time we went which was not too long after that, it felt rehearsed if that makes sense? We've had sushi in Japan which doesn't make me an expert in anyway, but in terms of comparison, it was good. Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. The level of service I've received from them shows that they enjoy what they do. Now with the bento box lunch which is open Tuesdays through Thursdays: I've tried all their 3 options from the 15 piece rolls ($34), 15 rolls + 2 piece sashimi + noodles ($54), and 6 piece sashimi +10 rolls, noodles + rice ($74). I liked them all, but felt partial to the 15 piece roll being enough-given the steep pricing. I recommend splurging on the tasty $7 wasabi. The bento boxes are well made and accompanied with beautiful illustrations of what you're consuming and sauce pairing recommendations. read more

What a stunning omakase experience!! The service was fantastic -- waters constantly refilled, empty plates taken away quickly, and regular check ins. Ambiance of the restaurant is lovely and I enjoyed sitting at the bar looking into the kitchen. I've had a number of omakase experiences that have all blended into each other, but Robin easily stands out at the top. There were so many unique flavor combinations that I'd never tasted before! Although pricey, it felt worth it to try new flavors and textures for the first time. They also liberally use premium ingredients that elevate the whole experience (foie gras, caviar, truffle, wagyu, uni). I noticed California influence in the first half of the dinner (stone fruit, edible flowers, fresh produce), and super interesting "fusion" flavors in the second half (Korean kimchi crudo, Chinese sesame noodles, and a Thai-inspired salad)! read more

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My friend and I made a reservation for dinner and noticing how many empty seats there were, requested a counter seat with our host and inquired if all of them were booked. Unfortunately our host stated that the "counter was closed for the night" and no longer taking seatings which we were sad about but agreeable to. Shockingly, a party of 2 checked in about 10 minutes into our meal and they were sat the counter, which left us feeling very confused. I think clear communication or equal standards would be appreciated in the future. The space is very modern, dark, and intimate. The concept was very interesting, we got to pick our price range between $119-$219 and that would customize our omakase experience, we decided to go in the midrange and do $169/per person. There were some interesting dishes with unique flavor combos and some forgettable ones as well. Overall we had 17 courses which got us just full enough but not completely satisfied. The salmon nigiri with truffle, dessert ice cream, and wagyu nigiri were stand-outs for me. read more

Robin Menlo Park - Sesame Noodles - Japanese Near Me - Menlo Park, California

This is a sushi restaurant that serves omakase only. You can name any price point you want between $119-$219. Then the chef will curate a multi-course meal based on the price point of your choice. In our case, we chose $170 as our price point and received a 19-course meal. It was the perfect amount of food for me. Each course was exquisitely presented. The most memorable dish for me was the Hokkaido Uni. Make sure you ask for this item to be included in your omakase when you go! read more

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We got a reservation for two at 6 pm on a Saturday. And it was lovely they texted about 10 minutes before that our table was ready. I feel like sometimes in places we made reservations before we still usually have to wait about 10 mins for table to actually be ready. So that was a really good bonus point. Parking is also easy! There is a parking lot underground with elevator up to the ground floor. Super convenient which made the experience already better than trying to scramble around finding parking. The chef and our servers were super sweet and nice. Amazing service for sure. We were seated at the bar and enjoyed seeing the chefs made the dishes. The bar seating was spacious and not crammed. The ambience was nice and lovely decor. Definitely try to go to the bar for sure if you have the option to. The vibe was good, not super fancy or formal pretty The omakase we got was the medium tier and it was priced at $170 per person before taxes and fees. There were 17-18 dishes total (nigiris, sashimi dishes and a noodle dish) and then desserts. This is more of a modern take and fusion style so do not expect traditional omakase. The food was fun and creative! There were nigiri's with smoked onion purée, wagyu fat dressing, ancho chile sauce, kimchi brine, etc. our favorite bites were the one with triple truffle, one wagyu nigiri with foie gras shavings that just melts butter saltiness in your mouth, and the one with ancho chile sauce. The coconut ice cream was also really light, smooth and deliciously topped with salted cardamom infused caramel. 10/10 would go back! What a great price for a great experience. read more

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had a lovely time here for a pre-valentines dinner. there is no menu for the sushi - instead the waiter provides a range (118-218) and you name your price. we wanted to get something in the mid range, but misheard and thought our waitress said 280 instead of 218, so we went with 200. after the 2nd uni, we realized we may have gotten the high end. the sushi comes out super fast here. some people might not like the rushed pace, but i personally don't mind. i enjoyed all the items and found great value with around 20 / 21 bites total. there was more sashimi and plated dishes than i expected but i honestly really enjoyed, and still had a ton of nigiri. it was a very rich meal, one set of 3 nigiri all features types of butter. and wagyu nigiri with foie gras "snow" was the cherry on top read more

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For hubby's bday dinner, we went to Robin Menlo Park for their omakase at the sushi counter. We hadn't been previously and wanted to give them a try. It's a name-your-own-price experience, ranging between $119-$219, an interesting concept. It's such a beautiful spot! Modern, stylish decor. Awesome that there's parking also available underground; 2 hours' parking is included, and you can get a validation sticker from the restaurant for an additional 2 hours if needed. We enjoyed the service here! Since they knew it was Julian's bday, they sent out a free drink for each of us; very thoughtful of them to send me the alcohol-free cabernet since they saw I had ordered an alcohol-free drink for my first. The guests next to us had opted for the $219 menu but were already full before reaching the end and had to skip a few courses; it was good of the staff for not changing the guests the full $219 price. The food was good too. It's a fusion-y style of sushi with unique fish and cuts. We enjoyed it! read more

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My husband and I visited for a third time recently and had Scott as our chef who was great. We enjoyed everything we ate. We usually like trying new omakase places in the bay so this is one of the few places we've visited more than once together and we'd still choose to come back again! read more

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Omg i feel like this has been my favorite visit flavorwise. Everything was so fresh, the balance of the flavor pairings with the fish were so satisfying, cuts were a nice portion not too big not too small. Rice flavored nicely. Loved eating with my hands. Service impeccable and i enjoyed my gin strawberry cocktail. Def will be back! read more

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Had an amazing Valentine's Day dinner here at Robin. You can make a reservation up to 1 month in advance. At Robin, you can choose a price of $109 or $209, and the chef will prepare you a certain number of dishes. For Valentine's Day, there was also a $309 tier with special dishes containing lobster. My partner and I opted for the $109, which comes with 14 dishes. We started off with a round of drinks. Our server, Justin, gave a great sake recommendation to my boyfriend. The sake cups are a work of art themselves. On the other hand, I ordered the strawberry highball ($17), which was a solid fruity highball. Then, our omakase experience began. When we ordered, we told our server about my boyfriend's nut and avocado allergy. They were super conscious of this and made sure to remove pistachios and almonds from 2 of the dishes he received. We were extremely satisfied with every dish that came out. The dishwater was on point and really made each dish attractive. The flavors of each dish were so good and unique, while still letting the protein (fish, beef, etc.) shine. This isn't your typical omakase experience. There was a fusion of different cuisines and flavors, ranging from Korean to Italian. Justin was an amazing server all throughout. Our experience here was intimate and inviting, and the food was extremely good. You can also order extra pieces if you are still hungry. We ended up with 3 extra pieces, which cost us an extra $54. Overall, I had a great time at Robin. I would definitely come back here for another special dinner. read more

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I feel so lucky that I finally got to come here for dinner! The restaurant itself is smaller than I expected, which made for the perfect, intimate date spot. The vibe is very cool, and walking in you can just feel you're in for a special experience. I opted for the $109 omakase experience because I didn't think I'd be able to eat more than that, but my partner got their Valentine's Day special $309 option (which I ended up trying a lot of). The lower end option was the perfect amount of food, and I would totally come back for it. The higher end option, while so creative and a fun experience, was maybe a bit too over the top for me. Maybe I don't have an advanced enough palate (lol), but I don't think it was worth the price tag. The service and quality of the food are both exceptional. Our server easily accommodated an extra course of toro we requested, and was so knowledgeable and attentive during the meal. This was such a unique and fantastic experience all around. read more

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Tried their takeout lunch and was blown away. Takeout sushi has the tendency to lose a significant amount of freshness on the journey from restaurant to home but I was amazed that this was not the case here. Each type of fish was buttery and fresh. The sesame noodles was fantastic. Everything was packed with flavor. I look forward to when I can try the omakase experience in person. read more

10/10 experience! The omakase was such a special treat, Robin is a great place to go to for celebrations! They truly make you feel special. Robin in Menlo Park was such an amazing experience. All the dishes were so unique and carefully crafted. The salmon, tuna, and wagyu were absolutely fantastic. If you can, try to sit at the counter / bar! Their non alcoholic beverages were fantastic (raspberry chamomile tea and a yuzu) and the desert was unreal (ice cream made with coconut milk) as well. Will def be back! Very vibey, great staff, and amazing food / drinks. read more

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Robin is a solid, consistent omakase and based on how many courses you'd like to indulge in. You can leave not completely full or just enough. The dishes are simple and embellished enough to not overpower the taste of the main element. The entire experience is one I want to repeat over and over again! The hostess at the entrance is most welcoming. I have only sat at the sushi bar. I enjoy watching the chefs in the kitchen putting these beautiful edible dishes of art together for us to enjoy and listening to the description of what I'm about to eat.. Observing the well oiled machine is also another piece of admiration. The servers are impeccable with their attentiveness. The atmosphere is sexy with dramatic low lighting- perfect for date night. The choices of libations are exquisite. It doesn't stop there though. The bidets in the restrooms are appreciated although not necessary. It's definitely a step above. I love this place and will continue to ramp up my visits for all special occasions. read more

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Overall (5/5): Robin is a special place. If you like omakase, this place is definitely worth a try. While it's relatively in the higher price range (depends what you get as they do offer a menu between $100~$200), the creativity and supporting elements make the experience pretty worth it. Perfect for special occasions or for those looking to indulge in a high-end sushi experience. We will be coming back for sure. Ambiance (5/5): The space has a sleek, modern interior with intimate dim lighting. Even though the lighting is dim, there are spot lights being casted on the table. Big fan of this style of lighting as it's pretty theatrical, making the food the star. The sushi bar is also a work of art, showcasing plates on floating shelves with tasteful lighting. I definitely recommend coming during the night for a date. Music is pretty good. Playing some soul-bap era kanye and some early 2000's hip hop. Just a little disappointed there weren't that many songs, as I heard some of the same songs play 3 times during our stay. The catalog of music is good but the playlist could use some more songs. Service (5/5): Great service. Topped off water, and explained the dishes well. Did all the things you expect from a higher end place. Food (5/5): I typically try to review everything we eat, however we ordered the $200 option so there was like a million courses. I'll instead review some highlights instead. Kurodai with caramelized butter. (5/5): They elevated this fish beautifully. This is such a tasty bite that we requested another piece for us to enjoy.Very very very good piece of nigiri. Mackerel with yuzu kosho. (5/5): Just a great pairing, nothing too fancy, but just a pleasant bite of food. The kosho had a citrusy/peppery taste to it and I also requested another bite of this one. Hokkaido Uni with bacon fat(5/5): Decadent, rich, and flavorful. A luxurious course that we absolutely loved, and highly recommend trying this. There doesn't look like a lot of fat, but you can definitely taste it in a good way. Not overpowering but gave the uni an extra punch of flavor. Seasonal Sashimi + Nigiri (5/5): Properly seasoned sushi rice. We love this, we live for this. Also thoughtful toppings with the fish is always welcome, which Robin has done. I never would have thought pistachios with raw fish would be good but I was very happily surprised. Props to the chefs and crew, great food + vibes. read more

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Incredible omakase, service, and ambiance! Had reservations on a Wednesday and got seated right away. There is parking in a parking garage super close to the restaurant which was convenient too. The service was so professional, always filling my water every 10-15 min. You get to choose your price point and we opted for the half point (160$ pp). We got 18 courses plus a dessert on top! The omakase was incredible, every bite was delicious. Our dessert was a coconut soft serve with a cherry compote and crumbled biscoff cookie. It was the perfect end to a meal and my husband and I enjoyed the whole meal very much. Will definitely be back! read more

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I had heard and read some positively raving reviews of Robin through Yelp and when I was planning for a special dinner, all of the stars aligned with the perfect time and day to celebrate a special birthday. I was given the recommendation to reserve seats at the bar to have the full Omakase experience, and it turned out to be the right move for us. After being seated and settling in, our Chef introduced himself and asked us to chose a price between $109 to $209. As we were celebrating, we both went for the $209. 25+ rounds later, we were completely satisfied and impressed with the slick, polished experience. Although Robin is not a Michelin star restaurant, there is a vibe here that would lead you to believe they could be or even on their way. Since this experience in early October, we have been here yet another time and the excellence and consistency was yet again fully present. read more

We came back to Robin, this time in Menlo Park, after first trying their SF spot years ago, and wow, they've still got that creative edge. Every piece that landed in front of us had a little twist, something you don't quite expect but totally works. That's why Robin is not your typical sushi bar. The ambiance: Think sleek lounge rather than Zen minimalism, and it absolutely works in their favor. Moody lighting, stylish energy, and counter seats that give you the best front-row show. The sushi chef kept us entertained all night long, which is half the fun for me--that's why I'll always pick the counter. Highlights: the sheer creativity across the board. You don't just eat sushi here, you get surprised by it. And in this neighborhood, that's a gem. Also thumbs up for plates and presentation. They are beautiful! Only low note: the corkage fee. $75...The priciest I've ever paid. Just a heads-up if you're thinking of bringing a bottle. read more

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What a hidden gem for omakase...literally! With an unassuming facade and just a small sign with it's logo on the outside, you'd never know Robin was behind those glass windows and door! This restaurant is dimly lit inside with both tables and sushi bar seating. If you sit at the sushi bar, you can see all the action, including your sushi chef putting together each course right in front of you! Would definitely recommend! The menu is unique in that it's based on a sliding scale. Price ranges from $119-$219 based on your unique preferences and budget. You can always adjust along the way too if you feel like you're still hungry or want something specific to be included. Here are some of my favorites from our omakase menu for the night! I loved the contemporary aspect of this omakase and the blend between traditional techniques and use of non-traditional local ingredients in the dishes. - Steelhead trout nigiri with persimmon slice - I haven't had persimmon paired with sashimi, so I enjoyed this fresh take on it! - A5 wagyu tartare with diced asian pear, on fried nori, topped with Santa Barbara uni - What an incredible bite! The A5 wagyu and uni were perfect. - Red sea bream, spicy apricot jam, sea salt, and shaved miso cured egg yolk - Loved their flavor profile of spicy, salty, and umami elements. It really elevated the sea bream! - Kinmedai golden eye snapper from Japan, yuzu gel, ponzu, lemon zest - This was a more citrus-forward nigiri. As a big fan of citrus, naturally I loved it. - Cold smoked kanpachi, Korean BBQ vinegar and kimchi sauce with radish kimchi, chives, sesame seeds, slice of Asian pear. Smoked for 4 hours with applewood - I enjoyed this Korean inspired take on kanpachi. - Hokkaido uni, torched bacon fat, drizzled soy sauce and lemon juice - Their uni was really on point. So creamy and sweet. - New Zealand King Salmon with truffle butter on top and torched. Soy sauce, truffle salt, lemon spritz. Truffle slices on top - The perfect pairing of salmon and truffle. The truffle helped to bring out the flavor of the salmon rather than overpowering it. - Black Sea bream kurodai from Cyprus, kombu on top, caramelized onion puree with smoked honey for sweetness, salt and peppercorn, ponzu - This one really surprised me! The caramelized onion puree was definitely a hit! - Cold noodles with sesame dressing, Japanese style chimichurri with green onion, grape seed oil, sesame seeds, shaved winter truffle - Refreshing take on cold noodles! - Caviar with aioli or creme fraiche on potato chip on rice. Robin signature dish, Chef-owner Adam's take on fish and chips - This was a fun one! Not what you'd typically expect at an omakase restaurant, but a fun way to experience caviar. - A5 wagyu nigiri, lemon juice and soy sauce, shaved foie gras - One of the highlights of the night! This was such a sight to see from beginning to end! The foie gras comes as a giant block and is grated super finely like a blanket of snow over the A5 wagyu nigiri! So fun to watch our sushi chef prepare this dish! The taste was amazing too! I've never had anything like it before! For dessert, we had a coconut soft serve with dark chocolate chips, orange cardamom caramel, and sea salt. Complex in flavor, yet light enough to be the perfect wrap up to the meal! Overall, service was wonderful, and the menu was incredible! read more

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Overall the food is good. The only drawback, and the chefs should be listening, is the sauce used in the sushi rice is non-traditional Japanese with a overwhelming taste that is unpleasant.. read more

Our server, Shiro, took great care of our table this night. He was so kind and welcoming upon our arrival. Celebrating my birthday here was a night I won't forget and has left a great impression on everyone at our table. Omakase is one of my favorite dining experiences and Robin was one for the books. I enjoyed every bite for its complexity and simplicity and in the thoughtfulness and design of the plating. I was also so moved when Shiro provided us with a glass of sparkling rosé for my boyfriend and me on the house. I couldn't stop smiling all throughout this experience. We chose a price range of $180 per person which included 19 bites. I hope to come back here soon! Thank you to the chefs and staff who served us this special night :) read more

Robin Menlo Park - Japanese Near Me - Menlo Park, California

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The ambiance and service make this place. The food is good but not the best omakase ever (for me). The amount of wasabi in some of the nigiri we were given really cleared out my sinuses, and had my eyes watering at one point. Even my daughter, who is a spice queen, felt it was overpowering. We booked two seats at the counter for omakase and our chef prepared dishes for tables while also preparing ours (not what I expected). The fish was all delicious, especially the toro belly. I was not a huge fan of the potato chip with caviar, or the noodles. read more

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What an amazing experience I had for my birthday dinner. I had heard great things from friends and so I was thrilled when I learned I would be coming her for my celebratory dinner. We had early reservations for the Sushi Bar and we both went with the $209/person option. After you're seated, your chef will ask you to choose a level between $109 to $209 for your 2 hour Omakase experience. 24 bites later, I was decently full. I will say that each piece is on the small side so even with 24 pieces(including the last one being dessert), you will not be that full, or at least you shouldn't be. My favorites were centered around the super fatty tuna and the cold noodles. There was Uni, Wagyu, and Caviar but except for the Wagyu, I'm not a fan of the other two. Service was amazing. Closer to 4.5 stars. My goal is to become a regular here. read more

Robin Menlo Park - Japanese Near Me - Menlo Park, California

Our group spent $200 pp and almost everyone left hungry. Service was fine but compared to previous Michelin restaurants a bit not as amazing as expected. There wasn't a particular item that was spectacular but nothing bad, just underwhelming. The one good thing was that food service was at a normal speed, not like 30 minutes in between dishes. Other than probably sourced from the best over the world can't say much about the ingredients. It seems a lot from the photos but mind you it was one piece per person. read more

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