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    3.8 (385 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Warren K.

    Sushi Secrets is the best poke restaurant in Berkeley in terms of portions, price, and food quality. They also have very unique sauce selections, my personal favorite are the: Unagi, Poke, Spicy Mango and Japanese Kimchee. In my opinion, poke places make themselves stand out based on their fish quality, and the tuna and salmon here feels extremely fresh and high quality, better than the other places in the area. I really like their crab salad as well! Definitely recommend going to Sushi Secrets if you're looking for a high quality poke spot in Berkeley. (4.7/5 stars!)

    Rice bowl with Chicken
    Renny T.

    First time trying the place for lunch. Since i didn't know what to order, i decided to go with their rice bowl with chicken. It was so delicious and fresh. Rich and fulfilling. I actually really loved it. Ambiance was clean and calm. I wish their sitting area was a bit more refined. It was pretty slow and quiet during that time. Thank you for the delicious meal!!! Might go back to try their rolls. Recommended!!!

    Poke Bowl W/ 2 Protein
    Katie C.

    This is my favorite poke bowl place in Berkeley! Everything tastes so fresh and flavorful. The portion size is great and love that you can load the bowls up at no extra cost. I love it!

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    Annabelle R.

    Grabbed dinner here this past Friday, and had a great experience. Ordered online in advance, and my order was ready in less than ten minutes. Decided to dine in as there was ample seating available and the place was lovely inside, modern and inviting. The sushi burrito with 2 proteins (fried shrimp tempura, crab salad, regular mayo, fried onion, jalapeno) was fat and filling. All of the ingredients were fresh tasting, the shrimp was warm and delicious, the jalapeno wasn't spicy but had good flavor, everything just came together nicely. And staff was friendly at the counter making me feel welcome during my visit.

    Maria S.

    I used to come here a lot few years ago. They had stamp for each item I purchased. Now they wanted to terminate that, and for each stamp according to the note they will give credit $1,00 I had 7 stamps but they only gave me $3,00 credit. I asked why? The guy did not give me the reason. I ordered 2 sushiritto with assumption I will get $7 credit. Before I could say more, he took the stamp card, teared and threw it away. The sushiritto now has smaller size although the prices are increased. Not coming back here!

    Poke Bowl W/ 2 Protein
    Sophie F.

    I got the Poke Bowl with salmon and tuna and pretty much all the toppings. It was pretty delicious and definitely made me full. Service was fast. Overall 8/10 solid

    Sushi CUSTOME BURRITOS - Regular size (2 proteins)
    Ashley S.

    i was honestly a bit scared to try this place after seeing several poor reviews, but it was actually pretty good! I got the build your own sushi burrito, and it was so yummy. i got it with shrimp tempura and crab salad, and the portion size was huge! it is a bjt soggy at the ends from the sauce, but i love how they let you include so many sauces and toppings. i ordered takeout, but the store does have a bit of seating in the back, and the employees are very helpful! it's honestly kind of an interesting location on shattuck and more of a grab and go kind of place.

    NO.1 Amabuki
    Christina Q.

    YUM. Forget poke bowls, sushi burritos are the new thing. Flavor explosion with the perfect crunch and distribution of ingredients. This does get messy nearing the end but think of it as a fun challenge

    Build your own Poke Bowl
    Janette L.

    GREAT portions. Although they don't have a ton of fish, everything else comes at a surplus and you definitely get more than your money's worth of food here. My 18 year old son, who usually eats a good amount, almost had trouble finishing a poke bowl here!! Love the variety, great, clean interior and quick service! Definitely a spot to visit when not looking to splurge and in need of a hearty meal.. will come again.

    reg poke bowl (2 proteins)
    Mochi D.

    I like getting poke bowls here. The flavors are amazing and this is my go to poke spot! There are lots of toppings to choose from and it's pretty filling and yummy :)

    Build-your-own : CUSTOME BURRITOS - Regular size (2 proteins)
    Emmeline W.

    Better than Sushiritto for suuuure. One of the better sushi burrito spots, if a little pricy. My build-your-own was around $17 total (though, I did include avocado and masago). Located on Shattuck, a block off from the Downtown Berkeley BART station. They offer rolls, poke bowls, sushi burritos, and other cooked items. Interior doesn't really have a theme, other than fish art on the wall with ukiyo-e prints, a few wood elements here and there. SUSHI BURRITO: So fresh! I love that they don't slather the fillings with too much sauce like other places tend to do. I added both poke sauce and wasabi mayo-- they were able to balance both well while not obscuring the fresh fish flavor. The veg fresh & crisp, and the rice was seasoned right (and thankfully cold!). The rolls might seem small, but they're more filling than it seems. Definitely worth a try.

    Sushi Secrete
    Paul M.

    Found this place by accident! The place is small but comforting and very clean. The staff is nice. Street parking only, however conveniently right next to Berkeley downtown BART station. They serve sushi burrito and bento box as well as some variety sushi roles. Many to choose from. I had the sushi burrito No.7 Berkeley Charito. It was very delicious! I would definitely be back here again soon!

    NO. 6 Spider
    Madilyn C.

    This place is amazing, I love the food , the service was great. i got the spider sushi burrito it was soo good and worth the price.

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    4.4(1.8k reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    Really great restaurant. Was able to easily make a reservation on Yelp for 5:30 on a Wednesday…read more They have an iPad in the front that you can waitlist on, but you can also check-in for your reservation on it. Inside is definitely cozy and you'll be sitting fairly close to the tables next to you. Service was really fast and easy - no complaints at all! The food was all great. Standouts were garlic edamame, 6pc omakase, beef tongue, pork belly, negitoro maki, corn tempura, & sweet potato creme brulee. Edamame was lightly charred and salted well, with generous amount of garlic flavor. Omakase was fresh and tasty, although a tiny bit small so definitely perhaps get your own instead of sharing one order between two. Beef tongue was hands down the best thing. I thought it was a boneless short rib with how tender it was (can break apart with chopsticks). The pork belly was also soft and went well with the spicy miso. Negitoro was fresh and the wasabi was grated very well. Corn tempura was perfectly fried and very crispy while still being soft inside. Lastly, the creme brulee was a great dessert. You do get a hint of the sweet potato. Would love to return to try other dishes!

    Came here for dinner with my sister and brother-in-law at their recommendation, and I can…read moredefinitely see why they keep coming back. The restaurant was packed and seating is pretty limited, so I'd highly recommend making a reservation ahead of time. The atmosphere is lively and energetic with casual Japanese eatery vibes, and service was friendly throughout the meal. Everything felt creative, rich in flavor, and very texture-focused. Here are the highlights: * Ankimo Mousse (monkfish liver) with sweet potato chips - Made with truffle paste, capers, and chives. Absolutely delicious. The mousse was rich and savory but surprisingly fluffy in texture -- honestly a savory girl's dream. The sweet potato chips added just enough sweetness and a snap to balance the richness of the liver. 9/10 * Bluefin Tuna & Tsubugai Sashimi Nuta - Bluefin tuna, sea snail, broccolini, and fresh wakame tossed in a sweet Kyoto yuzu miso vinaigrette. Kind of like a sashimi-seaweed salad. I really liked the vinaigrette and especially the texture of the sea snail. I'm not sure all the ingredients fully came together cohesively, but it was still enjoyable overall. 7.5/10 * Yuba (house-made tofu skin with ikura and uni) - Served as single bites on spoons. SO good. You can really taste the difference between house-made tofu skin and store-bought. It's much more delicate, creamy, and tender, with a mild soybean flavor that balanced the richness of the uni and salmon roe beautifully. The textures in this bite were incredible. 9.5/10 * Iberico Pork Jowl Skewer with miso marinade - I honestly prefer pork jowl over pork belly. The fat and meat are more integrated instead of layered, so every bite is tender, juicy, and flavorful with just the right amount of chew. So good. 9/10 * Clam & Cilantro Ramen - I've never had a ramen broth quite like this. It was slightly creamy and deeply flavored from the clams, and the cilantro added a lot of depth and freshness. The noodles had a great texture too -- chewy and bouncy. Everything worked together perfectly. 9/10 * Uni Carbonara Pasta - Pasta with parmesan, uni, and ikura. They do not skimp on the uni or roe here. Super creamy and rich with bursts of saltiness from the ikura. The texture was great, but I honestly wished it had just a tiny bit more salt to really make all the flavors pop. It was almost there for me. 7.5/10 * Desserts - We tried two desserts, including the sweet potato brûlée. Both were delicious. One had a silky panna cotta-like texture, while the sweet potato brûlée was creamy, lightly sweet, and had the perfect crackly sugar top. 9/10 Overall, such a fun meal with a lot of unique dishes and flavor combinations. There are still so many things on the menu I want to try next time. I'll definitely be back.

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    4.0(987 reviews)
    1.8 miFourth Street, West Berkeley
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    Came here for dinner, loved the kakiage - it's a must to add shrimp imo, the thick juicy bites of…read moreshrimp are great and make the dish stand out. We ordered the mentaiko pasta, miso black cod and a paper crane to drink. The pasta was great, and had a little spicy kick to it, and the miso black cod was so good!! Very umami flavor with the mushrooms. Delicious cocktail as well. Overall really impressed with the meal- and we had a really attentive waiter- he made sure we were taken care of and refilled our waters pretty often. Will definitely be back to try rolls and the ramen!

    Started with a drink and the iyasare kakiage tempura which has burdock root, onion, sweet potato,…read moreshiitake, enoki, carrot, shungiku, and bonito soy dipping sauce. Highly recommend the iyasare kakiage tempura, wish it had some less sweet potatoes and more of the other ingredients, but overall it was savory and very sweet from the sweet potatoes. I enjoyed the kara-age curry rice which is a japanese style fried chicken thighs in a tokyo style curry sauce, a small salad, and koshihikari rice. They gave sooooo much kara-age chicken and it was quite filling. Good dish to share with others. Lastly, we had to try the iyasare mentaiko pasta which is a spicy cod ros, spaghetti, ikura, shiso, and kaiware. It's quite heavy and creamy, but definitely worth trying if you like the ingredients!

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    3.9(1.9k reviews)
    0.8 miSouth Berkeley
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    Kirala isn't just another Japanese spot for us--it's a reminder of how far we've come. My wife used…read moreto only treat herself to Kirala when she was younger--on special occasions when a bonus check came in. Now, we get to dine here as a family, and that nostalgic treat feels all the more satisfying. Food (4 stars) + Ribeye teriyaki was a hit--tender, cooked to perfection, and the kids loved it! + Lamb chop was a standout--one piece, but perfectly grilled, juicy, and tender. I could eat 2 of these with a bowl of rice and it would be a hearty meal! + Chicken karaage was solid--crispy, good portion, and a nice appetizer. It's basically a Japanese version of chicken strips that is way better than nuggets. + Salmon sashimi for the kids never disappoints. ~ Chirashi bowl was fresh and filling, though standard compared to other spots. There was a lot of rice which if we knew that we probably would've skipped the extra bowl I ordered to eat with my lamb chops. For the somewhat premium pricing, I wish they provided fresh chopped wasabi. ~ Stuffed mushroom skewer was just okay--tasty but nothing special. I guess for mushrooms it does taste kinda like a chicken meatball which could be a good thing. Service/Ambiance (4 stars) + Attentive and thoughtful service, especially accommodating a broken foot. They let my family wait at the bar instead of standing. + Ambiance is that classic Japanese vibe, busy but comfortable. Maybe not high-end, but definitely a place that feels special--especially now that we can afford it!

    Saturday night dinner for a group of 3. The place opens around 5. There are no reservations, so you…read morehave to wait in line. The wait wasn't too long though. We ordered a few different items - tempura, sushi dinner, shisito peppers, miso eggplant and croquettes. Most were decent, eggplant was meh. Service was prompt. Prices are reasonable. Note that they do tack an extra 4% fee on credit card payments.

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    4.5(642 reviews)
    3.1 miPiedmont Ave, North Oakland
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    Stumbled upon this ramen place that happened to have a michelin star/ guide for the last three…read moreyears! The wait was about 30-45 mins for a party of two at 7:30pm on a Saturday. Considering other reviews, I don't think we waited too long. We ordered two of their top ramens, although the matcha duck one was enticing, I did like the Garlic overload on my ramen. The fried enoki mushrooms were also good, I just wish the portions were a bit bigger for both dishes. Staff was also quick and helpful going through the menu with us first timers. We sat at a shared table but I like how they had a divider to separate the spaces. Pretty small restaurant and they only have street parking so if you want to try, I recommend going early! We were lucky to snag a spot right in the front!

    Yummy ramen would recommend the chain…read more I've tried this ramen chain at their Houston location. This time I ordered the signature smoked & Black Vinegar Karaage. The noodles are the highlight for me. They're bouncy and have a nice texture. The bowl is packed with flavor. The Karaage was good, crispy, absorbed the sauce well, there were also pieces of soft eggplant as well. I would go lighter on the sauce or have the excess on the side. The sauce became overpowering the more chicken I ate. I think the Houston location had better service. This location felt cramped, loud and cold. There is only street parking at this location, there is Fentons a few doors down but there's more parking in the surrounding neighborhoods. The Chicken ramen at Mensho is the best I've tried in the U.S thus far

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    0.4 miDowntown Berkeley
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    Top contender for Japanese cuisine in Berkeley--equal parts sophisticated and scrumptious…read more Highlights include: - Sea Bean & Corn Tempura: a savory funnel cake worthy of a Michelin star thanks to its texture and the side of matcha salt - Salmon sashimi: succulent with fresh wasabi - Wagyu Shime Special: insane price for insane flavor--a generous portion of veggies and wagyu in a big ol' iron bowl of bubblin' broth

    Ate Christmas dinner here with my mom as our celebration tradition is usually a Japanese…read morerestaurant. The ambience was intimate and cozy yet elegant, and the staff was very attentive and kind. I loved the decorations, the plates and silverware, and the food was just as intentional in flavor and selection. For appetizers we had: Anchovy Stuffed Olives Tempura - Tempura Spanish alives stuffed with anchovies $9 Kombu Tsukudani - Premium Hokkaldo kelp, say sauce, bonito, shiso, sesame seeds, enjoy with sake or rice $6 For our meal we had: Saba Bouzushi - House-cured saba mackerel bouzushi - stick-shaped sushi, also called battera, served with shiso, sesame, scallions, topped with Hokkaido shiraita kombu, ten pieces $29 Gindara Yuanyaki - Local black cod marinated in soy sauce and shikuwasa Okinawan citrus juice served grilled $34 Steelhead Trout Nabe - Norwegian ocean trout raised sustainably in the clear, cold ford where the seawater meets fresh meltwater from the glaciers in the mountains. Enjoy the rich flavored, melt-in-your-mouth fish, hotpot with dashi broth, mushrooms, napa cabbage, burdock, clear noodles, tofu, mizuna, scallions, yuzu kosho $39 We've been to many izakaya spots and this place had some of the most unique flavors I've tasted. The Saba Bouzushi stood out to me because it reminded of Filipino paksiw but as a roll! The Gindara was buttery and soft and had a yummy smoky flavor. The Nabe was perfect for a rainy evening - hearty, fresh, and so well balanced in flavor (I loved the yuzu kosho the had us add for a citrusy, peppery flavor)

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