Sake

4.2 (210 reviews)

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Ronna I.

What a find for this part of the East Bay! Compared to other AYCE sushi restaurants, this place is very good. The fish on the Nigiri was good. The fish on some of the rolls was hard to discern because the sauce can be over-powering, but still they were good. The Avatar roll was tasty, and the Rainbow roll did not disappoint so we got two of them. This is a casual place with pretty fast service, but the wait staff could use a little more finesse. A staff member came to take away our empty tray. We also had two trays with one piece of sushi on each of them. He gestured to them and encouraged us to eat them so that he then could remove the trays. In another instance, a server brought out a roll and the end piece fell onto the table. Usually, a server will take it away, but she told us to pick it up and put it onto a plate. We went on a weekday around 6:00pm and it was not crowded at all, but by 7:00pm, tables were filling up fast. Parking is easy as there's a large lot.

Harvey K.

Sake is an AYCE sushi restaurant located in the Pinole Vista Crossing shopping center. It occupies the space left vacant by Outback Steakhouse. I came here for dinner with my brother, our friend Alex, and his daughter on 09/13/2025. We got here at 5pm and it was already pretty busy. One of the servers greeted us, and we were seated immediately. The booth we were in was a bit small. The interior looked newly remodeled and clean. The AYCE option was $39.99 per person, even for the 11-year-old in our group. The menu featured a wide array of appetizers, rolls, nigiris, sashimi, cooked items, etc. There was a 90-minute time limit, but no restrictions on how many items you can order per round. Drinks were not included. About the food, we were pleasantly surprised by how good it was. Everything was presented nicely, and the quality for excellent. Another thing we liked was the size of the nigiri's and rolls. They were not gigantic in size, and the rice ratio was perfect. This allowed us to try more items. We honestly liked everything we ordered. Service was very good. Servers we encountered were friendly and attentive. There were a couple missing items, but it wasn't a big deal since we were ordering so much each round. We had a very nice experience here and have plans to return in the near future. Hopefully, they can keep up with the good work. 4.5 stars rounding up to 5.

Stephanie L.

TBH I think this is more of a 3.5 star rating, but I rounded up to 4 because I really appreciate how attentive and fast the service is. I heard there used to be long waits but that doesn't seem to be the case anymore. I love that they have both sashimi and nigiri. Keep in mind some items are nigiri only, no sashimi options, for example the scallops. Some of the sashimi is served carpaccio style, in a ponzu sauce, but I feel like the only one I truly liked was the yellowtail with jalapeno. The others tasted sooooo peppery, and not in the best way. The sashimi and nigiri presentation is actually pretty nice for an AYCE spot, but I didn't love that the fish on the nigiri weren't really cold. The sashimi comes on ice though and for the most part, fresh, so I would probably stick to that in the future. I love that they have a long list of appetizers. Were they amazing? No lol But i like the variety to switch things up for the palate. We only tried the BBQ short ribs (meh, not that tender), cream cheese wontons (good but mostly cream cheese, no crab), vegetable tempura (decent), and soft shell crab (too bready). We had to ask several times for our order of soft shell crab and though we ordered it in our first round, we didn't get it until the very end of our meal. We followed up 3x about it.. and then they ended up giving us 2 orders of it, which we just took cause they're cut in half and there were 4 of us. But I would skip that for future. Their rolls do not come in half sizes so whatever you order is going to be a full size roll. This is best if you have a group so you can try a few pieces only, otherwise a whole roll is a commitment. The Bay roll was good, and I liked the Lion king baked roll as well. This has cream cheese though, which I don't mind but I feel like this was heavy on the cream cheese and not so much the salmon. We actually ordered the Tara Hills roll but they gave us the LK. We were hungry so we accepted. They don't give you any limits when you order, which is a good and bad thing. Our table was soooo overloaded! They're super fast with bringing everything out so my suggestion to you is to not order the whole menu on round 1 otherwise youll end up with a packed table like us. One of the servers had like 5 sashimi plates in his hand and he ended up spilling a couple of them right next to me. The servers were on it though and got it all cleaned up within a minute. They were super apologetic but it wasn't a big deal since it didn't actually fall on me, just right next to my foot. I feel like the service is really good here because its not just 1 server per table. Literally anybody walking around will come up and help you, take your order, fill your water, etc. This keeps this moving really quickly and the service is top notch. They all spoke English but some better than others, so just be patient with them. They'll try their best to help you. Dessert is just ice cream cups, and mini fried buns with condensed milk! Pro tip - split the buns open and put the condensed milk and ice cream inside. The parking lot is huge. Not sure if they take Apple Pay since they took our cards to process somewhere else. At no point did we feel rushed, which is nice. We actually had to ask for our check.. twice! lol I can't say this is my favorite AYCE sushi spot but for the price, it's a decent selection and the customer service an added bonus!

Andy G.

Let me start by saying that I miss Outback in Pinole! That was my spot for consistently good prime rib in my hood. So when I found out it left and that Sake was taking over the location, I was skeptical. But now that I've had the Sake AYCE experience, I am ecstatic that it's here! Me and my buddy went on a Thursday night. It was crowded but not jam packed and the parking lot still had plenty of spaces. The AYCE menu has so many choices (130 items in all) and it's all fresh and made to order. We definitely ate our fill and got our money's worth. Stand outs include the beef short ribs, the salmon belly sashimi, soft shell crab and so many assorted rolls and sashimi!! You really gotta pace yourself because the food comes out in waves! I'm looking forward to going again and leaving in a well deserved food coma.

Anne H.

I love this place! You can't go wrong here. I'm very particular when I see an all-you-can-eat sushi place because sometimes I can tell when the quality of the seafood is not great. But this place does not disappoint. The staff is friendly and efficient.

Steph Q.

This side of the bridge has been overdue for a solid AYCE sushi spot and Sake definitely delivers! They have a ton of options to offer on their dinner AYCE menu, but they also have an a la carte menu if you or someone in your party may not have the appetite for an all you can eat meal. The food exceeded our expectations and was definitely way better quality than we were anticipating. All of the items on the AYCE were prepared to order; it wasn't a buffet where the food is just sitting out for people to grab. Service was friendly and prompt with requests. Overall, a great first experience. Sake is located off of Fitzgerald Drive in the same parking area as In and Out and Roundtable Pizza. (It occupies the space of the former Outback Steakhouse.) There is plenty of free parking right in front of the restaurant. There is also ample seating inside the restaurant for diners wanting to eat in. We came in on a weekday for dinner and they definitely got busy quickly. As I mentioned, service was friendly and they were very quick with requests. Of course as they got busier through the night, the servers' attention was spread across the multiple tables, however, their focus on good service did not waver. Placing the AYCE orders was dependent on the server as they inputted requests into their tablet. The process seemed efficient as we did not have any missing items and all special requests were met. The only issue we had was keeping track of what we had already ordered and were waiting for. Some of my favorite items from our dinner included the: - Seared Salmon Nigiri - Pacific Roll - Lion King - Coconut Shrimp I was also thrilled to see they offered ice cream as part of the menu. They are pre packaged in small cups. Customers can choose from chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry. We coupled this with their fried buns, and they were delicious! A great palette cleanser to end the meal! Sake made a strong first impression. We are definitely looking forward to returning again in the future to try more off of their menu.

Suzanna A.

My partner and I were so shocked to find ayce sweet shrimp!! That alone is enough to bring us back. Everything was super fresh and came out quickly. Parking is super convenient! This might just be our new favorite ayce restaurant!

Rebecca S.

Food was so good. And the fish was so fresh. Service was quick. Definitely be coming back again.

Joselyne T.

I've been hearing about this place since they opened in the old Outback location. I love quality sushi and never really been into the AYCE model so that's why I've been wary. Friends and family have been recommending this spot so I decided to try it! Me and some girlfriends ordered rounds of sushi rolls, nigiris and sashimis. They exceeded my expectations, I was surprised with how good everything was. The sashimi cuts and the seared nigiris were my favorite! In particular, I loved the jalapeño yellowtail sashimi (it kind of gave Nobu lol) and the tuna sashimi. Secondly, the seared salmon and seared tuna nigiris were delicious. The interior is also really beautiful and clean. The service was excellent, the waiters make their rounds frequently and food comes out timely. This isn't particularly "traditional", upscale Japanese cuisine of course but I'd argue this a step up from a lot of the local sushi spots in the area. I'd even say a great value for what you can order. This is a good spot to come to with a large group and share.

Shirley N.

We were party of six at 5pm Saturday night. And it's a good thing we ate early as there was a steady stream of people. We did the AYCE dinner. Given laminated two sided menus, you order verbally to an order taker who enters the items on a smart tablet. Pro tip: to keep track of what you ordered; especially the special rolls, just order one special roll that you want to eat with your other items like sashimi , nigiri, etc on the first go around. Then on the second round the same, third round, etc. Otherwise you'll forget what special rolls you ordered or be waiting while you could be devouring something else. You never know whats going to come to the table first. One person's special roll might come before your special roll. Or your sashimi might come before someone else's nigiri. Or an appetizer. The six of us started with miso soup. Good size soup bowl with lots of tofu. The special rolls are smaller than ones you'd find at other ACYE. Thin layers of rice. That's fine as it'll allow you to eat other items without feeling the need to loosen up your belt. The hand roll isn't shaped like a cone. More like a taco shell. Everything was fresh. The sashimi was sushi grade. The only thing I'd skip next time is the inari. Basically a tofu pouch with a finger of rice. Service was great. Dirty plates cleared off. Automatic 18% gratuity for 6 or more in your party. Fine by us. Located in the strip mall next to In N Out. If Sake exterior looks familiar it's because it used to be Outback.

Steffan A.

$40 is well worth the money when you eat here! AYCE for dinner. Unlimited nigiri, sashimi, rolls. The rolls aren't regular sized rolls, they're about the size of a california roll sold at a grocery store. Good regardless! I have no complaints about this place. Maybe one minor adjustment, I don't remember which tuna this was but it was drowning in the sauce and black peppercorn flakes and it was just way too peppery. Even after I scraped off the sauce, it was still very peppery. Everything else was great. Slices of fish were THICK. Fish to rice ratio on nigiri was like 3:1 which is ideal and very rare because most places skimp on the fish and overdo it on the rice. I am surprised this place isn't always busy! Usually $40 for AYCE is questionable but the generous food portions more than make up for it. You try to buy sashimi elsewhere for 12 thin slices of fish and it'll cost you $20 or maybe more. Will definitely be back!

Mimi W.

Love that they open another ACYE Japanese style spot! The selections are crazy! There might be a small wait after you order, but once the food start coming, all of them will come. Their sashimi was pretty fresh which was a plus. They have all sorts of rolls but I think the rice was a bit too soggy or wet texture. I'm not a huge fan of them but I will still eat it. We also ordered a lot of appetizers to try. The BBQ short ribs: too chewy for me Lemon Wings: too salty but flavor is good Everything else was good! *tip: you might want to start ordering some dishes before you're almost done with your food especially when it gets pack in there

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Shayne R.

Best AYCE sushi in town... granted, it's the only AYCE sushi in town, but it's definitely comparable to AYCE spots in Vegas. Great-quality fish. The tuna can vary, sometimes you'll get otoro or chutoro, but it's mostly akami. The rolls are great too. If they aren't super busy, you can ask for half rolls, which lets you try more. The best part is the unlimited sashimi, which is my only criticism of AYCE sushi in Vegas. I've been back more times than I care to admit. The staff is fast and always attentive on every visit.

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Ella V.

4 months ago

Not bad for AYCE, would come here again. The waiters are very kind and helpful. The fish was fresh and good prices

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Sarah R.

4 months ago

Amazing food!! When coming here be specific if you're doing all you can eat or ala-carte. My party did not specify and we had many miss communications. The staff are very patient with dealing throughout our meal. Overall excellent. I do recommend the Hiltop Roll and teriyaki shrimp. read more

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Hero F.

10 months ago

Absolutely expensive. For 2 people, we paid $101. 2 sodas, tiny miso soup and "endless sushi" which is only worth it if you're obese. Save yourself the time and go to rolling sushis instead for better experiences and shorter wait times. You also get to see what you're eating. Also you are charged for leaving anything on your plate in comparison to rolling sushi which doesn't do that. At most, what we got would be worth $50 at a regular sushi spot which you can find all over the city. read more

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Marisol A.

10 months ago

It's pro! Sushi/ sashimi was fresh, service was amazing. Food got here surprisingly fast. read more

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Shay S.

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10 months ago

Exceptional service, great value for families, and delicious food. Pretty busy with lots of big families dining in. Despite that, servers were extremely attentive. Worth it! read more

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Anzai D.

9 months ago

Despite the food and atmosphere being great, I have to leave 1 star for the wait. It wasn't the wait to be seated but the wait for my orders. I was there for over 1.5 hour just to get my money's worth and watched as groups around me received their food and checked on more often. At first I understood I may have been lower priority due to being a single person and it was somewhat of a busy night, however, I later saw single diners and new groups get their food in half to 1/3 of the time I waited and wait times only slightly improved for me even after more groups left. I have to assume it was my server who kept forgetting about me or prioritized groups above me, despite being nice overall. She was an older lady with black hair and black/white glasses. I truly hope this had nothing to do with me wearing a Pride shirt, which I didn't think much of until later on. I didn't ask because I was irritated and just wanted my bill to leave. Will try again another time, but this was an awful first impression. read more

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Valerie V.

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9 months ago

Food was good, hamachi Kama was fresh, sushi was made well too and service was fast, multiple servers serving the customers. Very clean place and well kept, Will definitely go again. read more

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Martin C.

9 months ago

Tried the new Sake Japanese restaurant in Pinole, as my wife and I eat Japanese food quite a bit. I now realize that we are spoiled by the Japanese restaurants we usually frequent. They provided me a menu however, the menu had no prices on it. Therefore, I didn't know how much I would be charged I decided I would try this the basic California roll and and an order Shrimp Tempura. Unfortunately, I was a little disappointed as the California rules were no bigger than a $.25 quarter and the order of Tempura what I thought would be 4-5 pieces were only two small skinny Tempura, shrimps nevertheless the food tasted good, The portions are very small and expensive. I paid over $30 or five small sushi rolls and two small skinny pieces of Shrimp Tempura. I think I'll stick to our regular spots. read more

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Saiki K.

9 months ago

The sushi was actually the best sushi i've had so far from my experience, the rice was soft and warm, the fish was cold and fresh with any other toppings, i ordered several rolls including the avatar roll, the rainbow roll and the unagi(eel) and they hit every box for me. I think its great overall for only 40$ per person you can eat as much sushi as you can before closing the tab, excluding drinks. My downside was having a waiter that didnt memorize the menu and was confused about everything i ordered and they did not refill drinks, i did not tip because of that but my total came out to 120$ for 3 people with drinks read more

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D V.

9 months ago

Excellent sushi, sashimi buffet restaurant. The seafood is fresh and melts in your mouth. The tuna, yellowtail, yellowtail jalapeño are my favorites. I also tried the roles, appetizers and Fried rice were delicious. The yellowtail and tuna was more fresh and good as a $$$-$$$$ sushi restaurant. Chloe our server was very friendly. read more

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alvin l.

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10 months ago

Food is really tasty...however, it might be worth it to wait a little longer before trying this restaurant. They are not ready for the big crowd. We waited half an hour to be seated (7:08pm). We didn't get water, wasabi, plates and chopsticks until 20 mins later (7:28pm). Since it took so long we ordered right away. We didn't get any food until 30mins later and it was just one plate of yakitori. At this point we were already worried about the 90mins limit. Waiters pushed the fried rice/noodles or stuff from fryer. Warned other tables that anything from sushi bar will take a long time. We had to wait a long time for each item that came out and by 9:25pm we decided to cancel some of our orders and just pay and leave. And most of our orders are just sashimi which is just sliced fish with some garnish not fancy rolls!!! Overall, we had to ask about our order multiple times and didn't get everything we ordered before it just took so dang long. We did enjoy whatever came out but the experience is not there yet. Maybe when they are able to catch up or hire more help then I can add more stars. read more

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Ac C.

10 months ago

My wife and I had lunch at Sake for the first time and the experience was outstanding! The place is clean and the servers are really attentive and friendly. The sushi is made to order and the quality is superb. I will definitely be a returning customer. read more

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Leimana A.

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9 months ago

I've gone twice already, and I couldn't be more happy with everything. The service was awesome, the fish is fresh and quick to come out. Shout out to the staff who helped me out with the understanding of me being visually impaired. I'll be back again soon. read more

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Victor A.

10 months ago

Servers are very attentive. The garlic edamame is very good. We also had the walnut shrimp in addition to the 4 roll fudhes

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Chad K.

5 months ago

The sushi is good, but the last couple times of goin the sushi wasn't put together well and didn't taste great. Service is usually pretty good. Nice and clean like always read more

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Wing Fat L.

10 months ago

Nice new AYCE sushi restaurant in Pinole. The sushi is presented well and tastes fresh. The servers were very welcoming and attentive. I will be back again soon. read more

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Vicki

10 months ago

Food is amazing. The service is great absolutely friendly staff. The chef's are the best. read more

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Candie T.

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10 months ago

Amazing food! Glad there's an AYCE sushi near by now! I don't have to travel too far anymore.

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Jin K.

7 months ago

THIS IS AN ALL YOU CAN EAT sushi spot ! We got there at 5ish PM. And was greeted and seated ASAP! They explained to us everything EXCEPT drinks were included in AYCE! SASHIMI INCLUDED! We had the yellowtail, the salmon, salmon belly and seared tuna. OMGGGGG THE FRESHNESS! Salmon and yellowtail buttery and delish! We had the coconut shrimp SOOO GOOD CRISPY AND THE SAUCE YUMMMMY! ONE OF THE BEST SPICY GARLIC edamame! The miso soup was not it super bland, taste like water only. My bestie and my date had tried to donut, it was delish to them. We had a lotta rolls: not a big fan of the avatar roll : the mango mayo threw me off. For the ambiance, it started getting busy around 6-7pm. We do not wait that long to get our food. I was told by others that they took forever on getting them their food and then on the next round also but with them our experience was different. We got ours within 5 to 10 minutes for the first one after putting in our order and then the next few rounds it took about 5 to 10 minutes also certain things need to be fried or more cooked so it took a little longer but Overall the sushi is very fresh very delicious and well-made. They were also very attentive. They came to us and checked on us a few times definitely will be coming back. read more

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David C.

5 months ago

We had a really nice dinner here. Great and friendly service. I think they dont give you huge portions all at once so that you aren't throwing alot away. The food tastes really good. read more

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Eric F.

10 months ago

Great staff, excellent quality of sashimi. Every dish was well presented. Will definitely be back.

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Jeanette B.

6 months ago

Service was quick and the food was pretty good. It depended on what you ordered. I would say they're okay, but some stuff wasn't all that tasty or authentic like other Japanese restaurants that are not all-u-can eat. The fried rice wasn't that good, no beef teriyaki only chicken. It was good. The tempera was good. The beef skewer wasn't good to me and a little tough. I guess the sushi was good, if you love that stuff. read more

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Toti F.

5 months ago

I was really disappointed with my experience at this sushi restaurant. We waited over 30 minutes for just one roll, which is unreasonable, especially since the restaurant wasn't busy at all and we came at a good time. Our waiter barely checked on us, and when we asked about our food or how much longer it would be, they were completely unhelpful and unprofessional. The waiters honestly looked lost and confused, like they didn't know what was going on or what we were even asking about. When the food finally came out, it wasn't worth the wait. The sushi wasn't high quality, and you could tell the cream cheese was low quality , which really affected the taste. Overall, the service and food were both disappointing. I wouldn't recommend this place and suggest going somewhere else instead. read more

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Bee V.

8 months ago

Amazing food and customer service! Very impressed with my first all you can eat sushi experience. Every plate we got was absolutely bombbb. The appetizers were small portions but I love that because you can try a few items without having extra food you can't finish. Sushi rolls were regular portions. Everything had so much flavor and freshness. Definitely will be back! read more

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May L.

7 months ago

The food was ok for the price. Not great but not bad. I came for dinner and didn't try the lunch menu but I probably won't be back.

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Gina K.

7 months ago

The food was Fresh. The service was surprisingly great. They were fast & attentive. The ambiance is nice & relaxed.

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Junnielle Ericka V.

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6 months ago

Food was just okay overall. The sushi was disappointing, but the calamari and chicken katsu were good. Unfortunately, the service really fell short--staff wasn't friendly and didn't check on us at all during our visit. Probably wouldn't return. read more

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Helen C.

9 months ago

Just the right amount of rice to dice for AYCE sushi. The sashimi was great. Fast service and friendly staff.

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Mae L.

10 months ago

Food was delicious many options to choose from. We definitely had our moneys worth. Only thing is you do have to purchase a drink. The service was great very friendly. Definitely coming back here again. read more

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Patty L.

10 months ago

New ACYE sushi place recently opened in Pinole where Outback Steakhouse used to be. They make all their sushi fresh so you know the food is prepared for you at the time of order. Unfortunately, it does take them a little time for them to make it and bring it to your table. They have a number of staff to ensure your drinks are filled and clear your dishes; they have other staff, with and without tablets, who you can order from or bring your food to your table respectively. It looks like they remodeled the interior and the ambiance is casual family dining so it does help make the time go quicker as you wait for your food. The menu has a good mix of traditional ACYE sushi items and new items. One shoutout to SAKE is that their rice to filling ratio is a good; their rolls are not heavily packed with rice. Alternative to ACYE menu, they have an a la carte menu for dine in and/or take out. read more

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Jess A.

9 months ago

Went this evening on Labor Day. Food was great. Ambiance was modern and updated. All the servers were attentive and nice EXCEPT for the one short female with long black hair waiter who was very inattentive, very rude, never came to check in on us to see how everything was or to ask f wanted to order more food hence it being and ACYE. Had to ask to speak with the manager Michael who was very apologetic and understanding of the situation. read more

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Hunter M.

10 months ago

BOMB.COM!! All you can ask for - delicious fresh food and fish - did we mention all you can eat!! Amazing and we will definitely be coming back many times. read more

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Marie M.

8 months ago

Good location. Fast & friendly service! So many food options even for the non-seafood eater. Food is also yummy!

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Myra ..

10 months ago

Considering they just opened up and they were packed they were extremely accommodating and kind. The sushi was fresh and tasty. Good portions. Just be ready to wait a bit if you do when it's busy. This was an old Outback I used to go to as a kid and I can't even recognize the place at all. It's very sleek and clean in there. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Sonnie P.

8 months ago

Horrible Customer service wait for our first order over 20 minutes I know it's all you can eat but after you order your first round our second round took another 20 minutes by that's time we already full I haven't never leave a review like this before read more

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Al T.

9 months ago

Went here for the first time one weekend ago. Food was good and staff was very attentive. At other AYE places you have to wait a long time for a server to take your order and waiting equally long for your food to come out. Not at Sake. I will definitely come back. read more

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Sky B.

9 months ago

Food was surprisingly good for it being an all you can eat sushi place. Really great service. The food came out extremely fast. I love how they let you order multiple pieces of sashimi at once. Other places sometimes don't let you do that. The decor and ambience inside of the restaurant is very nice. I like how everything is very clean. The candies they give you at the end after you pay are delicious as well. read more

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Nick K.

10 months ago

Went for the soft opening, service was great they were constantly coming by our table asking if we wanted to order anything else. We tried some appetizers,rolls and sashimi and everything that we tried we loved. A few things to note: the sushi rolls are whole rolls also you do all of your ordering from your table with the waiter/waitress. (Not like with Fuji sushi if you are familiar how you walk up and order or grab) Will definitely be back again! read more

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Jennifer B.

9 months ago

We have been twice since it's opened and thoroughly enjoyed it both times. Considering how expensive sushi and sashimi generally is in the Bay Area I don't think you can really beat it for value. In particular if you love sashimi and nigiri you will be very pleased. Unlike at some other AYCE sushi places there is no limit to the number of sashimi pieces you can order and they don't overload the nigiri with rice to fill you up. My personal favourites are the salmon sashimi and seared salmon nigiri. We have had excellent service both times. We will be back! read more

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Taylor C.

9 months ago

Went last friday, it was a bit of a wait to be seated but very worth it. I loved every roll we ordered. We got the tara hills, hilltop, playboy and more! The tuna tartare was freaking delicious and we ordered 4 of those! I think we paid $150ish for two adults and two kids for all you can eat with drinks. Cant wait to go again! read more

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1361 Fitzgerald Dr
Pinole, CA 94564
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(510) 288-9989
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What time does Sake open?

Sake opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Sake close?

Sake closes at 9:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Sake closes at 10:30 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 9:30 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM

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Does Sake serve alcohol?

Yes, Sake serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

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Does Sake allow dogs?

Yes, Sake allows dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Sake have outdoor seating?

No, Sake does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Sake have parking?

Yes, Sake has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Validated Parking

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Does Sake have free WiFi?

No, Sake does not have free WiFi.

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Now Open! Grand Opening on August 5th, 2025. All You Can Eat Sushi! #ayce

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When it first opened, there was a time limit of how long you could be there and order ,is there still a time limit? Waiters were slow

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Where is the lunch menu?or anyone know what is offered for those times

Should be online. But I do know in person there is a lunch and a dinner menu

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Do they give discount to the customers who are birthday?

Yes, I believe they do, but you need to bring either 2 or 4 other people with you and they do check your ID. I believe you can claim it within the week too, not just exactly on the day. But tis best to call to confirm.

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What's the difference between lunch and dinner? Is lunch still all you can eat?

Dinner menu has more sushi options and appetizers. They are both all you can eat. And both are great for the price. Pace yourself and don't over order. You are charged for the wasted food.

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What are the exact hours specifically for lunch?

11:30 to 3:30 are the lunch hours

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How long is the wait for dinner?

When we went at 5:45 on 8/11/25, there was no wait. It appeared to get busy around 6:30

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Do you have sashimi available? Chirashi?

Sashimi on dinner menu, didnt see chirashi on the dine in menu but possibly takeout? With their whole variety ayce menu, heck you could probably make your own while dining in lol

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Aye is yall open yet or what?

It opened today

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This place always hits the spot !!! I usually get the 3 dish…read morelunch special which is more than enough & a good value !! It went up to $19.95 & the 2 dish went up to $16.95 ! My dining partner got the unagi ‍ over rice Service is always quick, efficient & attentive & always refilling hot tea !! Sounds elevated when busier but never too loud !!

had such an amazing experience at this sushi restaurant! The food was absolutely outstanding--every…read moredish was fresh, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. The sushi was incredibly high quality, and you could really taste the freshness of the fish in every bite. The service was also excellent--friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome from start to finish. The atmosphere was clean, relaxing, and perfect for enjoying a great meal. If you're looking for delicious sushi and a great dining experience, I highly recommend this place. I'll definitely be coming back!

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Yummy House

4.6(156 reviews)

1.1 mi

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Solid spot for a casual, satisfying meal at Yummy House. The ramen and poke bowls are both great…read morefor the price--definitely one of those places where you feel like you're getting really good value. The ramen is comforting and hits the spot when you want something warm and filling, while the poke bowls are fresh and customizable, which I liked. Portions are generous too. Nothing super fancy, but it delivers on what you want: tasty food, good portions, and affordable prices. Would definitely come back when I'm in the area

This is my favorite Yummy House location out of the 2 in the area. While they don't get many…read moredine-in customers based on what I've seen, that never gets in the way of my decision to keep coming back for more. My usual is the Poke Salmon with no corn; it hits the spot every time. Each component always tastes fresh and flavorful. I often order to-go and eat at home, so I wouldn't normally order a drink. However, during my last visit amidst the recent heat wave, I decided to give one a try. Their Jasmine Green Milk Tea tasted exactly how I daydreamed it would; perfectly floral, just the right level of sweetness, and no hints of bitterness from the tea.

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Tachikawa Japanese Restaurant

3.6(413 reviews)

1.1 mi

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We took our daughter out sushi here last night and it was great. This is our go to sushi restaurant…read moreand they were so good again. It was happy hour so some of the rolls were half off. Every roll we had was fresh and presented almost like art. Our waitress was so nice and very attentive. And what we really like to is that the restaurant is very warm and quaint. Will be going back soon!

I was meeting with a friend for dinner and he recommended this spot to me. He enjoys their happy…read morehour specials, so I decided to give it a try myself. The happy hour menu is limited, but it features a fair selection of rolls. I personally only had the Crunch Roll, which was about $3 off on happy hour Miso Soup: The soup was nothing special. A little bit too salty for me, but otherwise was alright. California Crunch Roll: I really enjoyed this a lot. It's their california roll but with the sauce and crunchy flakes on top. The rolls itself were delicious and plentiful and the happy hour pricing was a plus for me. Dinner Bento: The salad was good, and I really liked the dressing. The veggie tempura were fried correctly and the tempura sauce was alright. The rice was pretty sticky for my taste. My disappointment was in the teriyaki chicken. The pieces themselves were fine, but it was the sauce that was getting to me. It just felt off and didnt really taste like teriyaki sauce to me. Overall, not a bad experience. May consider coming here again.

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Happy Ramen And Sushi

3.8(144 reviews)

1.5 mi

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The food is perfect and is present really well. The service is amazing! Definitely my favorite…read moresushi spot.

We didn't get greeted until about 15-20 min standing by the door. There were only 2 people working…read moreand they were slammed! One of them was literally running to service people. We didn't get to order until another 10-15 min after sitting down. They have lots of options, there's one menu dedicated to all their sushi options. Their lunch bento boxes seem like the best deal they got. The ramen isn't too bad. It came with a lot of toppings. Per another reviewer, the pork was fatty, but the char was nicely done. Their parking lot is funky and can be challenging to get out of given San Pablo is a super busy street. They definitely need more staff. But we're not opposed to coming back for their lunch deals.

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Koi Sushi

4.0(316 reviews)

2.6 mi

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Had a solid experience at Koi Sushi. The sushi was fresh and well-prepared, and the menu has a good…read morevariety whether you're in the mood for classic rolls or something a little more creative. Service was friendly and the vibe was relaxed--great for a casual meal without feeling rushed. Portions were good for the price too, which made it feel like a solid value overall. Not the most high-end sushi spot, but definitely reliable and satisfying when you're craving sushi in the area. They also give you pretty thick slices of fish in my opinion

2.75 stars Place is…read moreclean and the service is good. I went there a couple times and even though the sushi seems pretty fresh, what throws me off is the fish is pretty warm, even though they're not deep-fried. I've had their tempura udon, didn't much care for it. I had to add a lot of soy sauce. The dipping sauce wasn't great. When I went with my boys they said it felt like something was missing from the sushi. That they've had better. I don't think it's the worst sushi I've ever had but it's not close to the best either.

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Kyoto Ramen And Hawaiian BBQ

Kyoto Ramen and Hawaiian BBQ is an excellent choice if you want generous portions!…read more Our party of seven showed up after a long day at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. So, you can imagine we were pretty famished. This is what we got: * Curry Udon $15.99 - This smelled amazing. It was a pretty good size order and we had to take most of it to go. It heated up well a couple of days later. * Chicken Karage $10.99 - This is a pretty generous portion for it being an appetizer. So, there's definitely plenty to share. * Kalua Pork and Lau Lau $15.99 - Again with the generous portions! * Kalbi Short Ribs $16.99 - Great tasting short ribs that were not burned! I ate it all up! * Salmon Poke Bowl $15.99 - This was all gone! * Lau Lau $15.99 - Our portion had two lau laus in the order and it was a good amount of food. * Gyoza $5.50 - Decent. * Black Garlic Ramen $14.99 - It was all gone. The lone girl working the front was very efficient, especially with keeping our water glasses full. (After the meal, the Little Guy commented that he remembers drinking water but never seeing it refilled but it was always full. And we had to tell him that's a sign of great service!) Overall, we were very satisfied with the food, the amount, and the pricing. Service was great too! (I left my glasses on the table and thank goodness the waitress came out and stopped us in the car.) The only real negative is that there are no restrooms for customers. I didn't even realize full service restaurants could do that. As others have mentioned, we hit up the Home Depot too.

loco moco was over cooked rubbery - chicken katsu was…read moreactually good and moist- sucky part is that there is no restroom! prob won't eat there again

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MexiHibachi

3.4(112 reviews)

0.7 mi

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MexiHibachi WOW...The food is unreal, perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and that sauce? Yeah, I…read moreneed it bottled and sold immediately. The chicken was juicy, the noodles were seasoned just right, and everything had that fresh-off-the-grill taste that hits different. You can tell there's real skill behind the grills. This isn't basic hibachi--this is next-level with a bold twist. Portions are solid, presentation is on point, and every bite just keeps getting better. If you're even thinking about trying it... stop thinking and go. You won't regret it.

Drove all the way from Davis to eat here. The good was hot when it arrived. We almost forgot to…read moretake pictures from how good the food was. It was so good and came out quickly. The staff were friendly. The music created a chill, relaxed, yet fun environment.

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NY Steak, Chicken, & Shrimp with Garlic Fried Rice

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3.7(272 reviews)

2.8 mi

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The best Sushi in the area and reasonably priced. The Hamachi Kama is also good. There are not many…read morerestaurants in the Hercules/Pinole area that we enjoy, but Genki House has become a regular spot for us. We often get food to go, but we also enjoy the chill vibes at the restaurant on occasion. Always friendly service.

Serene calm vibes, attentive service, fresh tasty food still @ reasonable prices ! the owners are…read moretwin brothers & their wives often work as servers/hostesses ...I always order soba if I'm getting noodles !! bento lunch prices cheaper tHan dinner !! The green tea is never seems to be very hot but still hits the spot & is free !! reasonable prices & reasonable quantities !!

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3.8(119 reviews)

2.2 mi

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Very disrespectful!!!! We ordered our food. The short Asian lady then came to deliver the food at…read morethe table , she wasn't sure what we ordered so I showed her the receipt. Not once but twice. She left the food there then came back 15 mins while we were eating saying we didn't order that. She took the food without saying anything else. I called her back to the table and spoke to her tell her that wasn't even my mistake. HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE

Plenty of parking in the lot, which is always a plus. We ordered the Black Garlic Ramen, Kimchi…read moreRamen, and Chicken Karaage. All the dishes were good, but the ramens lacked a bit of depth in flavor. That said, the portion sizes were massive, easily enough for 2-3 meals if you're not super hungry. I really appreciated how nicely charred the chashu was, it added a great texture. The chicken karaage pieces were huge, super generous portions. They definitely don't skimp here, which is great value-wise!

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Sakana And Yasai

4.7(40 reviews)

6.7 mi

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Sushi Combo A - fantastic. Melt-in-your-mouth quality fish. Beautiful arrangement on serving board…read more Spicy tuna rolls - absolutely delicious Lion King roll - lightly and perfectly baked salmon. Amount of rice was just right and thus not overpowering. Ingredients were fresh and complemented each other smoothly. Purple rice in all dishes had perfect consistency and went so well with everything. Excellent service, very welcoming and attentive. Love this place!

Authentic Japanese cuisine served in a small but charming restaurant along the Solano Avenue…read morecorridor in the heart of suburban Albany, California, Sakana And Yasai serves up some of the freshest and unique sushi rolls in the entire region. Coming from the same team that has operated the smaller Sakana Sushi & Roll on Arlington Boulevard in nearby Kensington, Sakana And Yasai took over the old Sugata Japanese Restaurant that existed here from multiple owners for decades along the corner of San Pablo and Solano Avenues. What gives Sakana And Yasai its authenticity is the fact that their ownership is authentically Japanese, which can be hard to come by, even locally in the Bay Area, which is displayed by their massive cuts of sashimi grade raw fish, thoughtfully arranged nigiri plates, and some of the most delicious sushi rolls that I have enjoyed in quite some time, thanks to the abundance of freshly sliced fish and flavor combination profiles. What brought me and two other diners here on a weekend evening for a nice dinner was the fact that one of our trio were interested in dining on Japanese food nearby and after looking at our options, I realized that Sakana And Yasai was now open for business. We decided to get to their new location early right at 5 p.m. as they open every evening for dinner at 4:30 p.m. We were lucky enough to get a table for three as they only had one more left when we arrived for dinner. What sets Sakana And Yasai apart from so many of their competitors, especially along Solano Avenue is the fact that they use purple rice in all their dishes, including their sushi rolls. Purple rice is a special blend of white and black rice, which they say are rich in antioxidants and fiber, which offers a better balance of flavor as well as makes for better overall nutrition at least so their marketing states. The menu at Sakana And Yasai is separated into categories including Appetizers, Sashimi and Nigiri, Combination, Sakana Donburi, Sakana Special, Classic Rolls, Baked Rolls, Vegetarian Classic Rolls, Vegetarian Special Rolls, Poki Bowls, Special Rolls, and their special menu that is featured alongside a wall on a board. For our first visit, we ordered their Sushi Combination C from their Combination section of their menu, which featured six pieces of nigiri and six pieces of sashimi with our choice of a California roll and served with one bowl of miso soup. We also ordered their Chicken Katsu entrée from their special supplemental menu, and we order two rolls from the special rolls section of their menu, including their Orange Blossom Roll which had salmon and avocado wrapped on the inside, and salmon and tobiko on the outside of the roll in addition to their signature purple rice, and their Three Amigos roll, which had tuna, salmon, yellowtail, avocado, tobiko all wrapped in the inside of the roll with their signature purple rice. Our Chicken Katsu entrée arrived first, and it was easy to see why it's such a popular choice. Perfectly crispy with just the right touch of salt, it delivered a satisfying crunch in every bite. This was followed by our two favorite dishes of the night, which was their sushi rolls. With generously sliced, high-quality raw fish layered over beautifully seasoned purple rice, each roll was delicious from the first bite to the last. We also loved their nigiri/ sashimi combination, as everything was prepared with such thought and precision that it felt like we were dining in a bistro in Tokyo. Our total bill for so much food, some of which we were able to take home for a late night snack, was $110, which was more than reasonable considering the amount of food we received upon our first visit to Sakana And Yasai. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience so much that our group was back days later to try once again those delectable two sushi rolls and this time their small Sashimi Combo which were nice very generous slices of the freshest raw fish including Maguro tuna, Hamachi yellowtail and Sake salmon, it was a real winner priced at only $26. We loved the rolls and freshly sliced fish at Sakana and Yasai so much that we can easily see ourselves coming back again and again to satisfy our cravings for quality Japanese cuisine. As one of the newest spots on the block, it's already proving to be a welcome addition to the neighborhood dining scene.

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Dai S.

2 months ago

If there's one sushi spot that truly deserves all the praise, it's this one! The experience was amazing from start to finish. The food comes out incredibly fast, which is a huge plus especially when you're hungry. The staff is always attentive, friendly and ready to help without being overbearing. Now, the best part: unlike many all-you-can-eat sushi places that overload everything with rice, this place gets it just right. The portions are perfectly balanced, focusing on fresh fish and great flavor. Every bite feels thoughtfully prepared and absolutely delicious. read more

Micah M.

10 months ago

Adding 5 stars bc I wanted to offset that stupid first review from Glorya. In no shape way or form was her review even remotely validated. I'm sorry but it just upset me as it was totally unjustified, just for not being open just yet. There's a lot of inspections and permits that go into play for grand openings and anything can set any new restaurant's opening back. A Karen most likely and she's giving big back. Sorry (not sorry). I'm just excited that an AYCE sushi will be opening in the neighborhood!! This is a rare commodity read more

Amaya P.

23 days ago

Worst place in the world! Food was served late and the employees were extremely rude as if coming in was an inconvenience. We made a reservation and when we got there the gentleman said our table was given to another party. From start to finish it was the worst experience ever. Cucumbers in the sushi were bitter tasting and sushi was tiny not was is advertised- AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COST. Not worth the $$ read more

Amie R.

1 month ago

This spot has easily become our go-to sushi place--we're here almost every week and it never disappoints. The sushi is consistently fresh and delicious, and honestly, the appetizers are just as amazing (don't skip them). Everything we've tried has been on point. On top of that, the service is always great--super attentive without being overbearing, which makes the whole experience even better. read more

Ky D.

11 months ago

They're not open yet. I confirmed this by calling and was informed that their soft opening is scheduled for the first week of August.

Weichun C.

10 months ago

The Sushi buffet is open.The best sushi restaurant has finally opened.Just looking at the pictures makes me hungry.Come come come!

Lilian S.

5 months ago

Today is my second time here 1 first time is good Today I spend a long time waiting and so bad Good food read more

Ramon D.

9 months ago

A good customer service. Food is good. Their is pretty pleasant. I will come back to dine again.

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