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

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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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

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

Loved this restaurant! Amazing everything. Very different than other sushi places. Worth every dollar!

This was a lovely omakase. Each dish was unique and delicious and I appreciate the inclusion of relatively local fish. The service was attentive, if a little bit un-subtle in terms of pricing and add-ons. The sake selection was very high-end, with the cheapest full-sized bottle around $90, but I appreciated the inclusion of a couple of smaller bottles at lower cost. I was very happy with it as a special birthday dinner. read more

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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5 chef's kiss. Everything was so great! There's parking available underground for the building because street parking is limited. Love the dark wood decor, keeps it clean and classy. Where do I even start with food? Omakase style and you tell them how much you want to spend. Based on what you spend they'll give you X amount of courses and food. We had so many great things from A5 wagyu with foie gras shavings to sashimi with chili oil on top. Everything was great, didn't have one single questionable item. Dessert was an awesome coconut softserve with toppings, another chef's kiss. We left so happy and service was great. One of the top sushi places on the peninsula in my book read more

I gotta come back to this plaza! There's so real cute restaurants and stores to check in this little area. I parked in the plaza's parking garage but warning for those who are coming later, there was a sign that said they'd start charging for parking in November. Regarding food and service, all excellent! I'd recommend this place to anyone celebrating or has spending money to spare. Food was quality and they are very considerate. I chose to do counter dining which gave me a front row seat to the sushi making and that was fun. The sushi chef even asked us if we'd had any preferences for the amount of rice per nigiri and wasabi ratio. This place definitely felt like a high end modern casual omakase place that made me feel very relaxed here. I came to celebrate but also on a "budget" so I opted for the $109 price but still happy! We had a little less dishes and the sushi chef asked if we wanted more sushi at the end or if we were full. I think this place is great for having an early dinner with a cocktail or an after dinner plan to pair this with. I also got to try their non-alcoholic cocktail which I'm having trouble describing but it was like a soury tasty non alcoholic wine drink that I'd 100% get again! Next time I have to try their higher end omakase tier and see what the difference is. read more

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Our server Mai was helpful and got us started with dinner and drinks. We chose a midpoint price at $170 and thought that the meal was lovely. There was a variety of fish and the flavors were fun from start to finish. We did add an extra order of nigiri at the end (shima aji) but any more than that I would have been super full. The vibes were casual during our early dinner and the team of servers who came by with each dish were courteous. Pacing was just right and we enjoyed our time. Parking is underground and you can take the elevator up to the restaurant courtyard area. read more

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Creative, non-traditional omakase, upscale ambiance, very nice service. I came here for my birthday and enjoyed the unique experience. Every dish was plated beautifully. My favorites were the salmon, scallop, and wagyu. read more

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I've been wanting to try Robin SF for years, but the opportunity never came up. So glad that the owners of Robin SF opened up a second location down the peninsula, which is much closer to me. I made a reservation for myself at the chef's counter through Resy. My reservation was for 5:30pm on a Tuesday. The place wasn't busy during my time there, but I got to assume that reservations were highly advised. The restaurant was modern and sleek. Some people were dressed up while others dressed casually. Something about the soundscape of a late 90s - early 00s hip hop playlist made the place lean toward the smart casual vibe. Overall service was excellent. My main waiter was Hiro, and he was very friendly and highly attentive. I appreciated his complimentary sample of their plum wine when I mentioned that I was a huge fan of it. Chef Peter was my sushi chef for the evening. He was not much for words, but he was friendly and delightful when he was feeling chatty. I thought the sliding scale for omakase was a unique concept. I could've easily went for the $209 version, but I asked for Chef Peter's recommendation. He suggested I start at the middle at $160 and see if I need more food from there. This was solid advice as I thought that I had the perfect amount of food. Here are some of my favorites from the evening: Shima Aji "The Signature" with uni and crisped seaweed Sea bream with shaved salted egg Hotate with stone fruits Forgot the fish but had a pureed caramelized onion Salmon with truffle salt Toro with anchovy paste Sesame noodles Ebi with red miso paste A5 wagyu with shaved foie gras read more

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

Ambiance The setup feel is more of a hip and young crowd impress-your-date place with a bit on the low-light side though not too dark, and minimalistic with the wall and table setting. I didn't really catch the custom art pieces, other than the plates. The wall painting, not sure what it was meant to convey, as it felt more of a cold and gloomy piece. Service Excellent. Michelin-star level treatment with attention to details throughout, per person adjustment inquiries, and someone presenting each course in detail. Recommendation for the sake was spot on without going for the highest priced item. No complain here. Food We chose the highest level at $209 to see what the chef can come up with. 15 courses total including desert. Some were excellent, some were just ok, a couple just didn't work for me. I wished the pieces were a bit bigger. Sushi is challenging, more so with Omakase style, as I like certain type of seafood, not so much certain others. With that many courses, we did get quite a few varieties of seafood so bound to get one that I didn't quite enjoy. The plating and presentation were again minimalist, which worked well with nigiri plates, but without that "wow" factor. Maybe I was too influenced by all the movie about Michelin-level chef/restaurants that I watched recently ... Cost/Tip Practice For the price, I think it is ok, as at the end of the meal I didn't get that satisfied feel. We almost decided to hop off to a ramen place nearby for a night cap. Bill was left on the table, so it was fine. Standard tips recommendations. What I don't get was that there was a 3% fee that was explained as extra pay for the employees. I don't get it, why not just pay them whatever that amount is supposed to be and increase the food price. I don't think 3-5% make much of a difference in people deciding whether to go there or not, at this price point, people want an experience. So overall, it was a pretty good place to try once. Most likely there won't be a second visit for me. As I mentioned, at this price point per person, I want an experience, which I didn't really quite get. read more

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We did omakase at the $200 price point. The courses themselves were decent, but the ambience was certainly not worth this price point. The chefs were a little rude. They also rushed the experience. I highly suggest saving your money and attending omakase elsewhere. Most other omakase experiences in the Bay Area are better matched to the price point. This place is just disappointing for how much they charge, frankly. I gave it more than 2 stars because the wait staff was very friendly and attentive, and some of the nigiri courses were really yummy. read more

Really good omakase experience for my mom's birthday. Definitely an elevated feel, the service is excellent. We were there at 5:30 PM and left around 7:30 PM, with a total of around 12 courses not including dessert. Their price range is from $109-209, and my dad and I opted for the in-between value of $160 (the aforementioned 12 courses) while my mom decided on the $109 experience (8 courses). We left feeling very full and very satisfied. I'd prefer bar seating next time just so I could watch the chefs and see the experience of making each dish firsthand, but the table seating was also pretty good! Each plate was visually appealing and my favorite was the salmon toro nigiri with a thin slice of peach on top, along with their signature beef tartare and Santa Barbara uni on a seaweed chip. It was my first time having beef tartare, so I was a tad nervous. The texture was yummy and appealed to me! Dessert was a non dairy coconut soft serve with caramel and semi-sweet chocolate chips. I'm glad that I had this opportunity to try Robin. read more

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The bill for 3 people doing the highest priced menu option (23 courses), and corkage for sake, with tax and tip, was a smidge over $900. So I'm going to be very picky here. First, all the staff are very kind and do a great job clearing plates, filling glasses, folding napkins when you get up, etc etc. The chef too was kind in talking about the fish and methods of preparation. The restaurant itself is, hmm, maybe trying a little hard. The black walls look dramatic but the clattery, cheap stools that squeal on the floor look like IKEA. The cutlery is nice. The music is a smidge loud and the rooms being all 90 degree angles don't help. This is not a quiet experience. And the Japanese toilets are a little kitschy, come on just buy normal toilets, we know you are doing Japanese food. Okay so the food, at this price point my expectations were very high and overall I found it... uneven. Some pieces were absolutely amazing. The meal-ending seared A5 wagyu with frozen foie gras snow was insanely good. The Hokkaido uni, epic. The shrimp with shrimp oil sauce was a bite I never wanted to end. And their riff on a papaya salad was one of the most pleasantly complexly textured plates I've had. Some of the bites were good, but definitely not up to the previously mentioned ones. Steelhead from NorCal was good, chutoro good, etc. Not amazing but solid. Then some of the dishes were kind of average, definitely not worth the price. I will say most of the kitchen dishes fall into this category as they all were basically ceviche - fish with citrus. Which is fine but not $300 fine. Their "signature" dishes that I recall, nori chip with chopped A5 wagyu and uni, and rice with a potato chip topped with smoked caviar, are visually stunning but didn't really live up to my expectations. The beef was too cold and didn't really provide the melt-in-the-mouth feel I like. The caviar was intensely smoked, too much for me. All I tasted was smoke, no fish. Also, be prepared to see a lot of blowtorch action, because I swear half the nigiri was seared at the bar Entertaining if nothing else. The belt fish was the only true negative. This was pretty bad, chewy and bitter. They shouldn't have served this. Dessert was delicious, my dining companions were sad they don't sell that amazing coconut ice cream by the pint. Parking was fine, the free underground lot nearby is spacious if a little confusing to exit. Overall it was a nice time and I did enjoy several pieces immensely. When I think about returning though, Sushi Shin in Redwood City is probably where I'd choose to spend comparable money. It's more typical of an omakase experience, the fish quality is better, and it's more intimate. Robin seems like a place that's more fun and hip. read more

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I visited Robin Menlo Park with my wife to celebrate my upcoming birthday. Our chef for the evening was Scott, and he was fantastic. It was my first time trying omakase, and he explained each dish clearly while adding just the right amount of humor. Watching him prepare everything right in front of us made the experience even more special -- it's a different kind of joy to taste beautifully crafted dishes the moment they're made. The interior was clean, cozy, and thoughtfully designed. It felt modern yet casual, and the atmosphere was pleasantly calm without being too noisy -- perfect for enjoying the meal and conversation. From start to finish, it was a treat for the eyes, nose, and palate. Truly one of the best dining experiences I've had. I would love to come back again, especially when hosting special guests or celebrating an important occasion. read more

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Had the extended Omakase here ($200ish set menu) and love LOVED it. Ingredients were fresh and flavors were bold. The menu was thought well through and our chef was so attentive to us. Definitely try for bar seating as it's a more intimate experience. The restaurant itself was not uptight at all. I'd say it gave a modern sexy vibe. read more

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Went here for my celebration. It is unique experience with three tier of $109, 150s, and 209 I am full of omega threes. Food is wonderful. Ambience is trendy. Services on point and gave great recommendations. Strip jack Spanish mackerel was really has hot spot.3/5 Scallop has a nutty pull up, walnut 5/5 King salmon n Acambay, and truffle wow. Wow Was very buttery richness.5/5 Makes me want to dig for truffles in the ground. I absolutely in awe if the the design dishes and tea cups l Golden snapper sweet 4/5 Seabass read Deep rich 4/5 Toro Tartar Was place gold kinsinkore. Albacore Thai food flavor f5/5 Uni was the best 5/5. 30 day wagon was overpowered by foie gras. 4/5 Would come back. Thank you read more

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Small, hard to find restaurant. Whoever branded their sign/logo of a "robin" probably missed the mark on functionality. Both myself and my guest both had a hard time finding the front door. The server said no menues and to select $119 or $219 menu. Since we really had no idea what was on either menu, we went for the $119. Everything was well made, but nothing stood out except for the wagyu nigiri with foie gras snow. I've had more creative omakase experiences. We didn't get stuffed at the $119 menu, but felt it was good value. No super rush to come back since nothing stood out. read more

I've had the Sf Robin bookmarked for years so when I heard they opened a location in Menlo, I knew I'd finally be able to try it. Came here on a Saturday after make a reservation on Resy a few weeks before. They have 13-20 course omakases ranging from $109-$209 and you can choose how you want your omakase anywhere within that range. What I like about this is that you can come for a lighter (but fancy) lunch, or a full course dinner. We opted for the full 20 course omakase because of course, go big or go home. The fish was super fresh, definetely a different take on the traditional omakase I'm used to. They used nuts, onions, foie gras, and there were Thai and Korean inspired flavors for a few of their dishes. Overall, I would come back maybe when they update their menu again. They just updated it a few weeks ago so I was glad I could try their new items. Our chef Yuya was great. Thank you! read more

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Omakase highlights: - Ebi with red shrimp miso 10/10 - Wagyu with fois gras snow 100/10 - Hokkaido uni - Kenpachi with truffle - Mackerel - Amberjack (?) with caramelized onion butter Food had some great hits but also some misses and average pieces as well. Ambiance: I wish the music was not as loud. It was hard to hear the chefs. Overall a good experience! read more

I've heard great things about Robin prior to dining here myself, so I decided to come here with my friend to celebrate our birthdays together. We had a reservation and got seated right away, at the bar seating. The interior of the restaurant was nice, with seating at the bar and additional tables inside the restaurant. The pacing of the omakase was good, not too fast and the chef explained what every piece was. My favorite piece out of the 15-piece omakase was the uni and truffle pasta. The whole experience lasted around 1.5 hour and was a great experience overall. I definitely recommend checking this place out and would come back again. read more

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Managed to snag a reservation at the bar on a Thursday evening. Upon check in, the hostess asked if we were celebrating anything. I mentioned that we were celebrating my bff's career accomplishment. Once seated, we were gifted a glass of rosé! It was a nice way to start the meal. From start to finish, service was warm and friendly. Our sushi chef asked if we had any dietary restrictions or preferences and immediately got to work crafting our omakase. Each bite was uniquely delicious with interesting combinations of flavors. Favorites included the steelhead trout with persimmon, kanpachi with crab oil, ponzu, and Granny Smith apple, and the uni with egg yolk. I also appreciated how there were small dishes served between the nigiri courses. Portion wise, I left full but not overstuffed. We also ordered sake and cocktails to pair with the different courses. The vibe of the restaurant was modern but with natural elements. The only downside was the noise level was a bit high so it was challenging to hear our chef describing each course. I liked to hear all of the different ingredients being used so I did a lot of leaning to catch the information. Overall I really enjoyed my experience at Robin and would love to try out their SF location! read more

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If you're looking for a personalized omakase experience, then you have to try out Robin, a new contemporary omakase restaurant that recently opened up in Menlo Park. Their first location is in San Francisco. Robin is a Michelin Guide-listed omakase restaurant that has no menu. Instead, guests can choose the cost they would like to pay for their omakase, which ranges from $109 to $209 depending on their preferences. The starting price of $109 already gets you 13 courses, but does not include sea urchin or toro, and you can choose to add-on more courses as it gets closer to the end of your meal. Note: I think the minimum you have to pay to get sea urchin and toro in your omakase is around $150. The food was amazing! The fish was all super fresh and the non-raw fish courses were absolutely delicious. I enjoyed those just as much as the actual nigiri options and thought Robin did a good job of balancing between raw fish vs. non-raw fish courses. This is definitely not a traditional omakase place and Robin tends to use more modernized and fusion flavors which I really enjoyed. I think this is a great, reasonably priced omakase option (for how many courses you get) that is outside the city. On top of that, the restaurant is pretty large for an omakase restaurant and can fit larger groups if you want to come with more people. ORDER: - Omakase (~$170/person) - 17 courses including dessert - Blood orange, Wakayama lemon, whisky ($15) - Monnenpop Kumquat, grapefruit, vodka ($15) IG: Follow me at xstina.eats for more food recs! read more

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This Omakase experience guarantee's high quality ingredients and its a progressive flavor bomb from beginning to end. No soy sauce or wasabi is needed as each dish is prepared to be consumed as is. Well presented and the staff patiently explains what each dish is composed of and one of our favorite was the Sea Bass which we re-ordered at the end as it was a delicious bite of tender fish and delicate ponzu/truffle sauce accompaniment. Also, do not pass on the Uni as both varietals of Japan and Santa Barbra are presented and both are prepared to where they shine on their own. A great experience and be prepared for the bill. read more

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Came for a birthday celebration. Staff was super friendly and welcoming and multiple people wished us happy birthday which was very nice! Interior is very dark modern / music was a bit loud for omakase tbh. The space is quite large with both bar and table seating. I pre-ordered the $150 option, but you can customize to the dollar. I was a bit disappointed because I asked specifically for toro and uni in the text reservation, but did not get any pieces of toro (so I don't know what would have been the difference if I had opted for $120 menu instead, they had told me over text that $150 would get more toro/uni cuts and choices). We did get a uni + wagyu slider though which was delicious. Drinks (highball cocktails) were pretty delicious, we got the blood orange one (a bit on sweeter tart side) and plum ume whisky (a bit smokier)--both were solid cocktails. We had a total of 18 courses including dessert. We also brought in our own cake which they helped us bring out with dessert (and put in candles for us) + helped us cut after. Each piece/course overall was delectable, and it was fun that they all had a modern twist in presentation/flavor combination/garnish. However, I would have wished that we received less courses and a piece of toro instead / more uni. 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

I'll start by saying this is one of the BEST meals of my life. We got an early 5:30 pm reservation for 3 at the bar on Friday, March 22. For 14 pieces, a dessert, and a drink coming to ~$190 pp, I think this is a well worth it Michelin-starred sushi restaurant to visit! I love their "choose your own adventure" menu. Starting at 13-20+ pieces, their prices range from $139-$200ish. We told our lovely chef that we were happy with the $150 range and he did an amazing job! The plating and decor were beautiful, the vibes were great, the music was bumping, and of course, the food was delicious!! I highly recommend bar seating--I think it added to the fun vibes and made it less intimidating. Overall, I cannot wait to come back for future celebrations and delicious meals. Service: 5/5 Food: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 read more

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You can have omakase at any other Japanese restaurant, but Robin brings about an experience that isn't easy to replicate. For starters, you name your price. Granted, they have a base price starting at $109, but you're able to pick and choose how much you're willing to spend all the way up to $209. It was my fiancé's birthday and I was ready to ball out on this man, but we agreed that $130 was our price point and we had no regrets. The fish was fresh and came out in a timely manner. The service was on point and attentive. Their ume highball taste better than the yuzu highball. Their bathrooms have bidets and yes, the seats are heated. Honestly, treat yourself at Robin and get the opportunity to understand why they're worth the money. read more

I've been to a few omakase spots but this one really stood out to me. I love sitting at the bar so that the sushi chef gets to hand over the nigiri pieces for me directly and let me know what those pieces are. Service is also great This place is unique because there's no set menu, you choose how much you want to pay and they will curate a menu for me based on seasonal fish. I absolutely loved that this spot also serves small dishes like the sesame noodles and the crudo instead of just giving you nigiri the entire time. Overall i really enjoyed this spot and will recommend to friends. read more

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This is not your typical omakase place. Starting with the interior, it gives a very fresh and modern aesthetic. I really enjoyed the ambiance in there and also appreciated the cute glassware (sake and wine). My husband and I made a reservation at the sushi bar and the experience was very nice. We were given the option to choose 3 different price points based on our preference (~$109, $150, $200). We decided on the middle range since we couldn't go without uni! Everything was delicious but our favorites would have to be the wagyu + uni and salmon with truffle. It was a wonderful experience on a warm day in Menlo Park! read more

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Good experience. We got the $150 package. The sever was very attentive. We had the 5pm dining room rsvp so the place was empty when we came. They open at five. We parked in the lot behind so we drove around to the back street and entered that way. We then walked toward the front of el Camino where the restaurant is located. Parking is free for 2 hours but if you stay longer, they do validate. The food is brought to you at your pace. So, as you finish what's on your plate, they'd bring you a new one. Sushi quality is great. The A5 wagyu was a bit much for us. You can have those substitute out if huh prefer. Overall, pricey but worth the try. We will not do it again though. We feel like, some of the sushi we've had at a none omakase is just as good. This place is great for a major celebration. It's nice and accommodating. Good ambience. read more

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Amazing Omakase! Highly recommend sitting at the counter. More personable and you get to watch the chef make amazing sushi for you! We had 24 sushi pieces and one dessert. All were SO DELICIOUS! This is definitely a special occasion place since the price point starts off at $100 and above and believe me, you will go over $100...$180 to be exact! Lol! BUT so worth it! I'm already planning my next dining experience there! read more

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Robin offers a menu ranging from $109-209 and depending on the price point, the menu will be personalized accordingly. Opted for the $209 menu (18 courses) and it ended up being just okay. My underlying reason for this was although the menu was creative, with toppings like beef butter, apples, salted egg, etc respectively throughout the courses-- the quality was not great. For $209 I expected melt in your mouth quality yet I've been to omakases at just a fraction of the price with better quality than what I had at Robin. There was also a potato chip nigiri that was given near the end as a "filler" obviously because it was just a HUGE chunk of rice with a thin potato chip on top. You can see how thick the rice was in my pic. It was also an experience to have this meal with The Motto by Drake playing in the background LOL (Not mad about-- it was just interesting...) read more

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

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