this restaurant was recommended by my son's friend to celebrate both our birthdays located in Oakridge Mall in San Jose. wasn't expecting much since it was in a mall. to my surprise, a very upscale Japanese restaurant with fresh fish & a flavorful experience of Japanese food. we had reservations & seated promptly. small interior seating with additional outdoor seating. we chose to eat indoor. we had multiple staff waiting our table. all were courteous & professional. (my only wish is a name tag, what's your name again?) ordered: 1-5 rating 2 Omakase: me (5), daughter (4) loved that the server asked if we had any fish we did not like to eat in our Omakase. i enjoyed a new dining experience with a clean taste & fresh dishes, able to taste all the food not covered in sauces. every meal was excellent in my opinion. my 1st omakase. my daughter didn't like 2 dishes for her palate. sushi & sashimi platter (5) katsu donburi (5) 1 bento box (5) aigamo duck (5) rainbow roll (5) dragon roll (5) matcha tiramisu (5+) i loved this dessert, for me a nice bitter matcha flavor we all agreed fish was fresh & all our dishes were to our liking. now i want to try other Omakase! although i don't drive to Oakridge area much, i would come back to eat here again. read more

I was pleasantly surprised how much I enjoyed the food and service here. It definitely exceeded my expectations for a "mall restaurant"! The gyoza were nicely crisped on the bottom with a delicate wrapping. Edamame was warm and tasty. Miso soup was about the best I've had. Tonkatsu and shrimp tempura made a great dinner. Servers were friendly, delivered our food quickly, and promptly provided drink refills. The decor was nice and the seating was comfortable. I would definitely visit again! read more

It's a nice sushi place continently located inside the oakridge mall . We went there after movie and the wait wasn't t long . They have seatings inside and outside ( although outside is just outside the actual restaurant but still inside the mall ) . I was surprised to see the extremely reasonable rates . I thought it might be costlier but it wasn't . The taste was awesome and the staff was nice. We took a sushi platter , volcano rolls , chicken tempura and sake . Lookin forward to visit this place again read more

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I was recommended this place by a friend and was really surprised how good it was especially considering it's in a mall! The food was very fresh and tasted authentic. They give large portions too. We ordered the unagi ten don 5/5, the chicken karaage 4/5, dragon roll 5/5, and Eskimo roll 5/5. My favorite dish was definitely the unagi don. The tempura that came with it was so lightly breaded and perfectly fried! The service was excellent, there was always someone ready to fill our water or clean away dirty dishes. It is a pretty casual restaurant, and was very full for a Saturday, but we were able to still walk in and get a table for 2 at 7:30 pm. They also take reservations so we'll know for next time. This is a more authentic style Japanese restaurant. read more

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After seeing great reviews, including from KQED, I decided to try this sushi spot in the Oakridge Mall. We had a reservation and were seated immediately upon arrival at 6:30 P.M. on Tuesday. Most tables were occupied, which was a good sign. Our server came immediately to ask for our drink orders. We weren't ready, so asked for some time. She returned probably within a minute, so i quickly decided on a sake flight and my husband ordered a Japanese soda, original flavor. The server asked for our food order and we requested more time. A minute later she was back with our drinks and asked for our food order again. Sigh. I guess there is something to be said for efficiency, but it was my birthday dinner and I didn't like feeling rushed. For food, we had the sashimi appetizer, 3 pieces each of tuna and salmon ($21). Both were fresh and decent sized pieces. We also had the Crunch Roll ($17) and the Spicy Trio Roll ($19). I could have done without the wasabi pickles and the shiso leaf on the latter. Overall, everything was fresh and tasty. Prices a tad on the high side but not outrageous. Service was a miss with feeling rushed and my husband received the strawberry flavored soda versus the original he ordered. read more

Sanraku Oakridge - Dry sake flight - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

Food: Food is really good. We ordered rolls : rainbow, crunch and spicy trio. All were simply fantastic in flavor and taste and presentation. Loved the miso soup as well. Service: Good service. Quick, friendly and very accommodating of special needs like making everything for someone with shellfish allergies. They took very good care. Fantastic kudos to Alison, Rie, Margie, Divina, they were so good at their services! Thank you to our chefs as well! Will definitely come back! :) Ambience: Great sushi bar vibes. We could see our chefs dishing up our specials. Nice decor. Restrooms & Parking: No issues, it is inside the mall so the restrooms and parking are that of the mall. Clean well maintained restrooms. Parking does get busy during the weekends but manageable. All in all highly recommend! read more

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Came here for lunch on Thursday. The place was pretty busy around noon. Service was slower than we would like, even though they had 3 servers. We sat in the "patio", which wasn't bad as the mall itself wasn't that crowded. My husband and I each ordered a lunch box. I had agedashi tofu, futomaki rolls and teriyaki salmon. Quality was ok. For $19, it's a pretty good deal. I liked that they included edamame and hiyashi-wakame instead of the usual lettuce/carrot salad most other Japanese restaurants had in their lunch bentos. Would like to come back and try their omakase lunch or dinner. read more

Sanraku Oakridge - Lunch box with agedashi tofu, futomaki rolls and teriyaki salmon - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

After a recent Japan trip, I visited sanraku and I was delighted to find that I was reminded of the fresh, clean, refreshing taste of Japanese sushi. I got the salmon oyako and my friend got the bento box (only $19 at lunch). I'd highly recommend Sanraku considering the price point and freshness of the fish. read more

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Came here for lunch today and got the lunch box special for $19. It was pretty crowded and it took awhile to get seated, not because there were no tables, but only two servers who also seated guests. The food tasted pretty good! I was close to giving it a full 5 stars, but here's where it didn't quite meet the mark: the tonkatsu was right on the edge of being burnt, and as a result it was borderline dry and was close to tasting burnt. For the futomaki, another piece would have been nice. They fully disclose it's 2pcs vs 3 if you got the CA roll, but for $19, it just seemed like 3 pcs would have been right. Other than that, all was good and we were pleased. I would have still been hungry at dinner, but at lunch it was fine. We sat "outside", which means in the mall, but in the restaurant, but totally fine. Servers were nice, even though they were clearly busy and understaffed. They refilled water too. So no complaints there. We'd come back again. Probably like to try the nigiri next time as we'd be open to doing the omakase at some point if the nigiri were good. read more

Sanraku Oakridge - Lunch box with tonkatsu, futomaki, and gyoza - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

my mom got the sushi tokujo, i got the sashimi moriawase, and josh got the salmon oyako for the sashimi moriawase: 1. hamachi -- super fresh 2. scallops -- such yummy little bites 3. tuna -- yum 4. tai / madai -- eh... probably my least favorite 5. shiro maguro / bincho (albacore/white tuna) -- OH MY GOSH. literally so soft and probably my favorite 6. salmon -- really good too we also shared the chawanmushi and a grilled squid for the table. the chawanmushi was yummy but kind of tiny... and the squid was good overall--the tentacles were a little tough, but the head/body part was cooked perfectly you honestly wouldn't expect a random sushi restaurant inside the mall to be this good, but i really enjoyed this place!!! the inside felt really clean and honestly pretty authentic japanese too read more

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Eh. Wouldn't go again. It wasn't too bad but if I want sushi, I want it to be good. The fish didn't taste fresh but it also didn't taste bad. It was mid. The squid was pretty good but I think the sauce carried it. And the bento box was good but pretty average. Service was good. The ambiance was not the best since it's in a mall but it wasnt a deal breaker. read more

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Our favorite sushi spot with the MOST delicious seared salmon belly. Such a hidden gem that's located inside a mall. Not the most amazing environment, but for quality and price, so worth it. Highly recommend the eel roll, dragon, and the 5 pc seared salmon toro. read more

Sanraku Oakridge - Sake Toro - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

Wasn't expecting much for a mall restaurant but quality Japanese food. Food: 4.5 Service: 2 Atmosphere: 3 Cost to worth it rating: 4 (rolls ~$18, nigiri ~$8) Opentableable: no but via Yelp Return worthiness: yes Highlights: - High quality sushi especially the nigiri seafood. For the nigiri like that they ask if want wasabi or not - Dragon roll excellent perfect tempura texture and tasty unagi. One of the better versions I've had. 5 stars - Hotate: large hefty portion of scallop that tasted fresh. Not on the regular menu but the daily listing on the table. 5 stars - White tuna: also large slice 4.5 stars - Miso fish appetizer: great flavor snd tender fish. 4.5 stars - Sake: tons of options and waiter helped us pick a bottle to share - Seating: inside or "outside " uncovered in the mall - Miso soup only $2 and lots of seaweed and tofu - Also have boxes for full dinner. I hear sesame chicken is good and kids meal comes with edamame and yams - Loyalty service where get $$ Midlights - Soft shell crab roll: was fine but not as standout as the others. 3.5 stars - Just a few special rolls to choose from and most are spicy/mayo saucey but have standard rolls too Lowlights: - Service: could not get a hold of a server to order more to save our lives. Waited at least 15 minutes to get anyone. Flagged one and he looked at me and walked the other way. Had a good meal here and would come back. read more

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Met up with friends for my birthday celebration. Upon arriving, I liked the look and feel of wooden slats. It is earthy, simple, and calming. The food was good too. I had the Una Ten Donburi. Nicely arranged, and everything tasted great. Meat was tender, rice had lots of flavor with sauce and mix-ins, Tempura shrimp crisp texture complemented the soft fish/rice. read more

Sanraku Oakridge - Una Ten Donburi - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

Sanraku Oakridge is a great spot for Japanese food and sushi. The sushi is fresh, beautifully presented, and there's a nice variety of rolls, sashimi, and traditional Japanese dishes to choose from. I enjoy the calm, comfortable atmosphere, which makes it a nice break from the busy mall. It's a convenient choice for a relaxed lunch or dinner when I'm at Oakridge. I'd definitely come back! read more

We have struggled to find good sushi places in this area, and this place ended that for us. I feel silly saying this but the nigiri was so good we forgot to take pictures of them... Everything was super fresh and delicious. The meal far exceeded our expectations for a place in a mall. read more

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Stopped in for a quick dinner before the movies and had a great experience. Service was friendly, fast, and attentive. The restaurant was clean and the food was good. Paying the tab was quick and easy with tap, which made the whole visit smooth and convenient. Diet Coke Garlic Octopus Beef Teriyaki -MED RARE Dynamite Roll Miso soup Total $76.56 read more

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I was always hesitant to try this place since it's inside of the mall, but once I did I was pleasantly surprised! We've ordered a variety of different foods from here and everything has always been delicious and not crazy expensive. The grilled octopus appetizer is delicious, any nigiri, and the dynamite and oakridge roll are my favorites. You can't go wrong with anything, and they have an extensive list of Sake and drinks as well. The service is great and there's plenty of seating either inside next to the sushi bar, or in another section where you have the view of the exit of the mall. read more

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Literally my favorite sushi spot around me that I was happy that I came here for my birthday last year. I don't always eat here, but certainly a special treat. They have such an assortment of dishes to choose from. Unlike typical sushi spots where people come for rolls, I come here for their nigiri or their sashimi or tokujo set. To die for and at a decent price! This place is in the mall, but right at a side entrance so not too tough to find, although the parking in the front of the mall is def a battle. They have a garage nearby too which I typically go to. They use to have the front of the restaurant near that mall side entrance, but have moved it to the other side facing the inside of the mall which I personally think it's better. I was just here yesterday and tried 2 new appetizers which is the green beans and fried squid and both were amazing along with some of my regular item. Salmon is always a must for me and sometimes toro if I'm in the mood. I've always seen the same staff everytime I come who are always kind which tells me that this place doesn't just have good service, but must be a great place to work if staff stick around. You have to come! They also allow rsvp on Yelp which is always a plus in my book. read more

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Came in around 6:40 pm on a Saturday night and surprisingly we beat the crowd and there was no wait! We ordered the following items : Gyoza, expected it to be more crispy and toasted but was still delish 8/10. The 49ers roll was smaller than most rolls but still yummy with a citrus taste 8.5/10. The Sashimi Moriawase was pricey yet had small cuts. This was not as worth it in my opinion 7/10, only the salmon stood out to me from this dish. Lastly, the 2 pc nigiri of a torched salmon toro was yummy and fatty 9/10! Lots of seating inside the resturant and outdoors as well. Would come back! read more

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Sanraku omakase located inside Westfield Oakridge meal. $80 a person. Comes with : Tuna with quail egg Clam miso soup Salmon ikura chawanmushi 7 piece nigiri with fatty tuna maki Overall, very good meal. They have high chairs for babies and kids meals available. The waitresss asked if I wanted miso soup with tofu for the baby and I thought that was a kind ask. The food was tasty too! They have a good choice of other types of nigiri's, and specials available. read more

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I appreciate that Sanraku emphasizes fresh fish. One of the better options for nigiri or sashimi in SJ. The space is small, and they were full on a Friday at lunchtime, so I recommend making an online reservation. I'm not sure that the chirashi portion was worth the $38 price tag. A lunch menu or slightly larger serving would be nice. Our table's entrées arrived one at a time, so we had to wait a while until everyone was served. I noticed our server handed us some straws without wrappers, holding the bare plastic. It didn't feel very hygienic. Overall, a decent experience. read more

Sanraku Oakridge - Chirashi - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

We dined here a few years ago and decided to come back again recently on a Thursday night. We made a 6:45 reservation and we were seated right away. Service was very quick and friendly. Ordered: - Sushi Tokujo - Sushi & Sashimi Platter - Salmon belly chawanmushi (chef special) - Geso karaage The sushi sets looked amazing but something about the nigiri tasted so dry. The rice tasted fine and the fish were mostly good quality but altogether it didn't taste right. Maybe they overly patted down the fish? We can't put a finger on it. We enjoyed the salmon belly chawanmushi but I wish it had a bit more sweetness in flavor. Geso karaage was a good portion. For a mall sushi restaurant, it's good but I don't think it's worth it to go out of your way to come here. read more

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Their duck salad is a sleeper. You definitely should get when you're here. Don't be fooled by this sushi restaurant up inside of a mall. It has great quality fish, affordable omakase and some great small unique dishes at an affordable price. Staff is super friendly and there's usually always a table available even though this place does get pretty busy. read more

Sushi here is pretty fresh. I do like the nigiri and the calamari. The service is pretty good too, staff is always very attentive and sweet. The environment is also pretty spacious and clean. Only thing is that I think the food here is very overpriced, the environment itself doesn't make the restaurant high-end, but the prices they charge are very much high-end. read more

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I don't get the prices here. The place's prices are for better tasting, better quality food. What we had was mediocre food. Taste, quality, and serving sizes were all blahhhh. No return visit here. read more

I live pretty close to here, so I've been a few times. Sometimes it's incredible and other times, it's a bit off. The appetizers here are pretty good, and I've both loved the Garlic Octopus, and then brought someone here for it and it was off that day. The Agedashi tofu is one of the best I've ever had. The 49ers roll is a classic too. I highly recommend the premium sake list and sampler. read more

Sanraku Oakridge - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

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Good lunch box options, convenient location in the mall Context Weekday summer lunch visit. Popular spot with Asian families - lots of moms with young kids on the day we visited. Food Quality: 4/5 Everything met expectations for mall sushi and lunch box. Lunch box: Tasty gyoza, California roll, chicken teriyaki, seaweed salad, and edamame. A note about the Chicken Teriyaki, it tastes just right, not over-seasoned with umami like some Americanized Japanese places. 49er Rolls are of solid quality. Service Experience: 4/5 Attentive service with thoughtful touches. Offered sun umbrella for outdoor seating. Got wrong dish initially during lunch rush, but they gave us a big bowl of edamame as compensation, a well-handled recovery. Perceived Value: 5/5 $40 for two people (adult + kid) which is a solid deal. Good portion sizes for the price point Cleanliness & Hygiene: 5/5 Restaurant restroom was spotless. Clean standards reflect well on kitchen operations. Overall, it's a reliable choice for casual Japanese lunch in the mall. Nothing fancy, but consistent quality and family-friendly atmosphere make it a go-to spot. read more

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The quality of fish is okay at best. Not horrible but I can get better from supermarkets and other sushi places. Service is okay, but a little slow. The storefront feels very tight and packed, and not super comfortable. For the price I expect better quality of fish and serving size and that's why it's 3 stars. read more

I've been coming here since they opened and they are still some of the best sushi in the South Bay. They are located in Oakridge and there is always plenty of parking. The restaurant has a nice sushi bar and plenty of seating inside and out. The service is always great and they are quick. They have plenty of options besides sushi including soba, udon, curry, and plates for the kids. They have a great selection of fish from Japan for sushi. The rice is always cooked and seasoned perfectly. I could confidently recommend everything on the menu. If you're in San Jose and craving sushi this spot is a must. read more

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I liked the food but the price for the quality is a little off for me. I was comparing it to Kula and I think Kula is cheaper with better options. The hand rolls me and my friend ordered had slightly soggy seaweed and the rice was a bit off. The interior was really nice and the little bullet trains sending you food was really cute. read more

Sanraku Oakridge - Handroll - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

Updating my review of Sanraku, which I have a love / hate relationship in the past. They serve good sushi, no doubt. Ingredients are fresh, you can taste it. But in the past, they have hired random chefs, who would leave tendons and fish bones unremoved in the nigiri, which was a big red flag. Today I had their main sushi chef, and the nigiri he delivers are always above and beyond expectation. Nigiri though seem simple, is a culinary art that is very difficult to master to perfection, so please stop hiring random chefs. Taking one point off because: 1. A server sneezed without a mask, but I believe he is not sick, just allergy perhaps. 2. The egg in unatandon suppose to be runny but it's a little overcooked. Bottom line, I love this place and will keep coming back, I only complain because I love this place so much! read more

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This place had pretty good sake toro nigiri (seared salmon belly nigiri). It hits the spot and melts in your mouth The chicken karaage is juicy and tender. The portion is also quite large. The dynamite roll was one of their popular rolls and it looked beautiful with the colors and char. It is a unique roll and worth a try. read more

The staff here is always consistent, attentive, and genuinely friendly -- gracious at every step of the experience. The food is thoughtfully prepared and always fresh, with a great selection that's also very kid-friendly. I've been here several times, and they never fail to impress. We ordered a kids' meal, a sushi plate, and an appetizer -- everything was absolutely delicious. read more

Sanraku Oakridge - enjoying his kids meal (friend chicken, beef and white rice, sweet potato tempura, and edamame beans). - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

People watching with so many sushi choices. Fun! This is my second time here. The Chirashi bowl is my favorite. A little pricey, but great selection different choice toppings. I thought the staff were wonderful. If you come at a busy time, be prepared for a bit of a wait. Not bad though. This is in a mall, so expect a mall-type ambience. A river of conversations and kids. It can get loud depending on the crowd. read more

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Waited about 25 minutes for our order but the sushi was excellent. Free green tea is nice and service was great. read more

Sanraku Oakridge - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

Don't be fooled by the mall location. Sanraku is a 5-star establishment with exceptional sushi chefs and the freshest, authentic Japanese dishes... the kind that make my mouth water when I walk in and my stomach sooooo happy when I am rolled out. ("Rolled" out, get it?!! Sushi ROLLS and also rolled out because I am so utterly full!) Coming from San Francisco and eating sushi since I was a kid, I have become very particular about the quality of the fish I eat. Each time I've come here for dinner, Sanraku has exceeded my expectations in every category: flavor, freshness, service, and even ambiance. I sat inside each time (not in the outdoor "patio" section), so you really forget you're in a mall. Sanraku is a slam dunk. read more

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I love coming to this place for years. We first came when it opened and having we coming back ever since. The fish is so fresh! The staff is attentive, and the place has that zen Japandi decor. Simple and elegant! We ordered the 49er roll, Dragon Roll, Salmon Oyako, and Sushi & Sashimi Platter. Yes, we over ordered but it's so delicious, we love taking some leftovers home for a second tasting! read more

Sanraku Oakridge - 49er roll, Dragon Roll, Salmon Oyako, Sushi & Sashimi Platter - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

Ate here by accident due to the Cheesecake Factory taking so long to seat us and our server to even help us so we walked here. Anyways love the atmosphere and the food! I was able to take pictures and it was all delicious! I'm disappointed I never been here before. Wait was maybe 5 minutes but during that time we looked at the appetizer menu to see what we wanted. When we sat down drinks and appetizers ordered right away! I went with the sesame chicken with rice / California roll for my meal. It hit the spot and I'm glad we were able to come here. Looking forward to next time when I try other items from the menu. Highly recommend! read more

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3.5 stars Located inside Oakridge mall. We got there right when they opened at 11am on a Saturday and got seated right away. We sat "outside," (which is still inside the mall) since it was brighter and felt more spacious with a baby. Just a lot of on lookers while dining since they're located by an entrance. We ordered.. IKA YAKI $22 -grilled squid with teriyaki and shichimi mayo. The squid was tender with a nice chew. Some pieces had a nice char. The teriyaki sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste. It also came with japanese pickles, which I didn't care for. 4/5* SPIDER ROLL $17 -soft shell crab, cucumber, tobiko, shiso leaf. I could taste every component in the roll but the soft shell wasn't crispy and there was too much rice. They put A LOT of tobiko inside and for some reason, the roll just didn't look fresh/appealing to me. 3/5* TEMPURA ROLL $10 -shrimp tempura, cucumber. It was still warm when I came out. The rice wasn't packed on too thick. I enjoyed the crunch from the thinly sliced cucumbers and the sesame seeds. 4/5* SAKE TORO NIRIGI $11 -seared salmon belly, came in two. Fatty, good smoky sear. Rice was okay, could be softer. 3.5/5* IKURA NIGIRI $9 -salmon roe, came in two. The roe had a nice fresh, salty pop to them. The seaweed was a bit chewy and the rice could be softer. 3.5/5* My husband also ordered their chicken teriyaki lunch bento. He said the chicken was well cooked, still juicy for being a chicken breast. The teriyaki sauce was very flavorful. He would order it again but the portion was definitely small for $19. Overall, pretty good.. nothing outstanding. Decent spot to satisfy sushi cravings, location is convenient. read more

Sanraku Oakridge - Ika Yaki - Sushi Bars Near Me - San Jose, California

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