My boyfriend and I tried this place on a whim after seeing good reviews, and it definitely did not…read moredisappoint! We went around 5 PM on a Tuesday, and it was nice and quiet, so we were seated right away. We started with the teppanji and then ordered the katsu curry and karaage curry. The curry was rich, flavorful, and honestly reminded us of our trip to Japan. Portions were generous, and I liked that you can customize with extra meat, veggies, or even add an egg. The real standout, though, was the teppanji chicken--it was so good that we'd come back just for that alone. Overall, great food, good service, and a clean space. Definitely a spot we'll be returning to!

WHY WE WENT HERE: - dinner…read more THE LOOK (FROM THE OUTSIDE): - located on Broadway and Laguna Ave, next door to Young Can Wok Chinese Bistro THE LOOK (FROM THE INSIDE): - booth seating with call buttons - brick and tile interior with red booths, black chairs, and wooden tables THE MENU: - signature curry rice entree - popular curry rice alternative etree - side menu/appetizers - beers that shine - sake with distinct character WHAT WE ORDERED: - Black Peppered Edamame - Signature (Chicken) Katsu Curry - (Pork) Katsu Curry Udon THE TASTE: - everything was great! CUSTOMER SERVICE: - fast - warm - welcoming - attentive with water refills

I love this place! Great concept for sushi especially if you want to try a variety of sushi rolls…read morewithout paying $20+ for one roll! I came here twice so far and the sushi is delicious! The sashimi are fresh! You can order a large or small box. I opted for a small box which fits at least nine pieces with two of them bring nigiri(s). The way it works is they charge per piece of sushi depending on what style you pick. Service is quick as everything is already displaced in front. There are limited seatings from inside and outside. They also have water and tea available for customers, which makes it feel more homey! I work very close by so I am sure I will become a regular here. Definitely will be back to try their miso carbonara udon next time! Note: They offer healthcare workers an automatic discount! Super sweet!

Ever since Buri Buri came to downtown Burlingame, I've been here twice and loved it! Yes, it's a…read morebit pricey since you pay per piece. BUT, compared to other "build-your-own" sushi box restaurants, it's more affordable! They have a good variety of nigiri's, specialty rolls, inari's, and pressed sushi. So hard to resist that I had to get almost two of everything! Worth knowing that they update their menu daily and have a rotation based on freshness of the sushi/ sashimi!

The food here is amazing! Everything is seasoned so well and the portions are generous. Menu…read moredescriptions are very accurate - reported the lamb shank would be fall-off-the-bone tender and indeed it was. We got a potato wedge entre also and it was just the right amount of spicy! Service was friendly and quick. There's a decent amount of seating on the inside.m and there was no wait for a group of 4 on a saturday around 6pm. Will definitely be coming back to try more of their dishes :)

Amazing restaurant on Broadway avenue! The food is absolutely delicious - we loved the Gobi…read moreManchurian, Dal Bhat Tarkari, and the Malai Kebab. Deepak and the rest of his team provide wonderful service and make the place feel extremely welcoming. Decor was quite nice as well. Highly recommend this place, normally I don't leave reviews but it's so good that I had to.

Came here for a celebration between my partner and I on a Sunday afternoon. We got sat at one of…read morethe tables where you remove your shoes and the table's on a lower level that will require a bit of maneuvering. We ordered quite a bit of food: french fries, seaweed salad, takoyaki, 12 pieces of skewers, and a tonkatsu ramen. All the food was delicious, my favorite was the wagyu beef skewer, bacon wrapped enoki, and king mushroom. I especially love that you can taste the charcoal from the skewers. The items do come out as they are prepared, so the meal can be a staggered wait on times/items, which I don't mind. I only give 4/5 stars because while the service was attentive when it came to removing plates, nobody bothered to come check on us or instructed which skewers would pair best with the condiments on the table - even if it was just spicy, salt, and pepper. I also marked down on our OpenTable reservation that we were celebrating an achievement and it wasn't mentioned.

Just visited again last night after a few years and it was delicious! The ramen was just as good,…read moreif not better than I remember! The star of the show for me is their Pork Belly skewers - definitely a must try! Servers are always friendly, and it's nice to enjoy a more traditional setting where you need to take your shoes off. So come prepared with socks if you prefer that. Parking can be tricky as the private lot is small and shared with other businesses. But it's worth it!

The 5-course Kaiseki set menu is beautifully presented and tasty. Each course complements each…read moreother. The homemade tofu is always a treat, silky smooth and right touch of mochi. The service is always attentive and friendly, feels just like home.

You can text the restaurant if you want to reserve ahead of time. I would do this if you have a…read morelarger group since the space is small. If you have two people you should be able to walk in and get seated. We've been here three times and love each time! I've tried the lunch and dinner menus. The appetizer sampler is always unique and tasty. The mains are smaller but you still get full from the full course. All the staff are always so nice and welcoming.

Finally tried Tuna Kahuna in downtown Burlingame and honestly their bowl was BEAUTIFUL, like super…read moresuper aesthetic presentation, and thankfully it tasted just as good as it looked. I got the Ginger Scallion Bowl, mainly tuna, salmon, cucumber and ginger over rice. The bowl is very light and fresh, probably because there's no mayo or any creamy sauces are used, only ponzu sauce. The only creamy thing in my bowl was probably the cured egg yolk, and it's tasty thankfully. Fish quality was good, I mean just take a look at my photos and see how fresh the fish is. Absolutely approved! Overall, highly recommend! If you're trying to cut calories or stay healthy, just order this bowl.

We stopped by Tuna Kahuna on a Saturday around noon to pick up lunch. I was impressed by how…read morequickly they got our order out. We ordered the Ginger Scallion Bowl and the Yuzu Salmon Hamachi Bowl. The fish tasted fresh, the portion sizes were solid, and neither bowl felt overly heavy, which made for a really satisfying lunch. Of the two, I preferred the Yuzu Salmon Hamachi Bowl. Both were good, but the ginger flavor in the Ginger Scallion Bowl was a little overpowering for me. I wished there were a couple more ingredients to help balance everything out. It was still enjoyable, but felt like it was missing a little something to bring it all together. Overall, Tuna Kahuna is a good spot for a fresh poke bowl. I'd definitely come back to try some of their other options.

Our go-to ramen spot in Burlingame. I've been here multiple times and I love their Tan Tan Ramen…read moreand Short Rib Ramen. They have multiple appetizers to choose from - one of our personal favorites is their vegetarian gyoza. I've dined in a few times, and the servers are quick and on top of it all. Considering it's a small location with fewer seats, it gets pretty busy in there. So lately I've done take-out. Even then, food is consistent and always hits the spot!

We've been to Hanabi many times, when they were a fledging ramen place we'd go there because…read moregrowing son (now in mid 20s) just loved the slurp and after baseball was the perfect meal. Fast forward, it's Mom's Day, kids having meals on their own as parents, our celebration is to go somewhere good to have a meal, no lines (didn't make a res), kinda spontaneous. Hanabi fits the bill. Ordered the pork belly ramen ( looked really good at a neighboring table) and the Mayu-ramen, spicy, with kfc chicken (not what you think, means something else), both with a miso base. Wait was reasonable, time to get a table was 30 seconds tops. Other nights it's been jammed but not Mom's Day, just quiet, enjoyable. Both meals were spectacularly reasonable, serving what you'd want, with enough of everything to want to dive in because you were pretty assured you were going to be satisfied. Not fru-fru or bougie, ingredients that make the dish memorable yet feel you are knowledgeable and appreciated. Pork belly was soft, fatty yet lean, cooked well enough to be tender, yet with a little chew (not disintegrating like some bellies), lots of noodles al dente so you appreciate the noodle was not a mushy mass in the bowl like some places. The Mayu came with 3 drumsticks burning hot from the fryer but oh so good because it's served in a separate dish so it doesn't get soggy. The spicy is good enough to keep things interesting with losing its identity (unlike a lot of places). And they give plenty of ramen because it's that good. We keep coming back because they serve no-frills, you-can-bank-on-it ramen that is satisfying, consistent; staff is friendly without being overbearing. It's not a big place, tables and a counter, but they know how to keep diners happy and coming back for more. What more can you ask for? Thanks, Hanabi, will definitely be back!

Found a HIDDEN GEM in Burlingame! We had a 6 people holiday…read moredinner at the restaurant and had an outstanding experience at tomokazu. Overall, the ambiance was very warm and inviting. The restaurant was pretty packed already but the entire time, the staffs were very attentive & friendly, making great recommendations and ensuring our meal and experience were flawless. The sushi was SOOO fresh, beautifully presented, and we especially enjoyed the SASHIMI PLATE, BEEF SUKIYAKI, TARA MISOZUKE, AND ALL THE ROLLS. Highly recommended for anyone looking for quality sushi and great group dining atmosphere!!

Very cute place to eat, location location location. Easy to find. Good food good service. Easy…read moreparking. Parking is a plus I hate driving around looking for parking, this place has a public parking around the corner. The staff are all wearing a uniform, that is impressive. Staff are smiling. Place is clean. We opted to seat in the booth where you have to remove your shoes. Food was NOT a disappointment . Kitchen staff had hot food come quick. The sushi also came out looking great. Going to try the whole Japanese fish next time.

I ate here the other day and it blew me away! I wasn't expecting much since it's only a food truck…read morebut it was fantastic! I order veggie ramen which is hard to find and almost died! The guy working the truck was the best! Friendly and funny! I recommend this place!

From the owner: Specialize in two cuisines, Vietnamese and Japanese. Serving pho, ramen, street food, coffee and…read moreboba smoothies. Sometimes, a surprise daily special will be implemented.

Quite a surprise to find this gem right under our nose for all these years! Very authentic Japanese…read morefood, beautiful atmosphere, and great service. Make sure to try their nightly specials, and splurge on some sushi flown in from Japan.

Came here for lunch. The sashimi was fresh and done with passion. A very authentic Japanese…read morerestaurant if you like the traditional quality dishes. Service however is undesirable. I asked for my tea refill several times. When I asked again when the server handed me the bill she told me they were shorthanded and just walked away. I never got my tea even after complaining. I will not return to this restaurant if they have the same server working there. The food quality and the service is totally unmatched. It made an otherwise pleasant meal into an upsetting experience.