Happy hour is well worth it. Place is busy but no line on Friday noon…read more Food quality is great, very clean. very well decorated. Jayden was our server and was attentive and nice. Would def come back not just for happy hour

Everything is great. Shout out to Zac!!! Also we got some gifts for Mother's Day which we…read moreappreciate.

4.5 stars All of the…read morebest omakase places seem to be in the city but sometimes that feels too much of a trip from South Bay. I was really hoping this would be a *the* place to go to if I wanted to treat myself to omakase without needing to make a trip. At $290 pp, I felt like the menu is worth it for the ingredients but the chef wasn't always able to execute properly. The menu is quite interesting as you get some unique pieces like octopus mouth, but when we had it, it felt a bit chewy. But overall, the menu felt special and there were a lot of bites we enjoyed! Most omakases follow a usual rhythm, and I was definitely surprised here as some pieces were less predictable. We got the five sake sampler and all the sakes were very good! I wish it was more of a pairing style though. I think it would have elevated the experience more if the waiter had shared what kind of bites each sake goes well with. The atmosphere was beautiful and calming - it's what I would expect at an omakase. The service was good but there were times when the waitress collected my plates while I was mid-bite. WOULD I COME HERE AGAIN? If I want a fancy omakase place, I think I would try another place. I still enjoyed my experience but am curious to try other places!!

4.5 stars At $290…read moreper person , this is on the higher range for omakases. It wil also come with a 20% gratuity on top. Reservations were simple thru Tock and requires a $150 down payment per person to book. The venue is located in downtown Mountain View next to Steins. It is a 20 course meal with a diverse range of seafood. The meal was delightful. It was my first time having a dry aged tuna , and I was nervous about it but it was delicious. There were other options like octopus and conch, generally I don't go for those things , but they prepared it really well. All the items were very tasty. My favorite item was the uni with king crab. The Ankimo dish was amazing , extremely fresh and unlike what I've had had other restaurants. We did ask for more wasabi since it didn't seem spicy enough for our taste. They also ask if you'd like to have less rice option as well. By the end of the meal , we were still slightly hungry so we stopped by for dessert at Maison Alyze after.

We got the Iki bento a few weeks ago and loved it, so we came back for their lunch omakase on a…read moreFriday, and it did not disappoint. The space is intimate, with only 8 counter seats, so you're served directly by chef Li. To my surprise, all of the seats were full on a Friday at lunch. I didn't want to drink too much at lunch, but they had a $29 sake flight of three 1.5 oz pours, which was just the right amount to pair with the sushi but still be able to go back to work after lunch! Pre sushi: 1. Pickled baby ginger: I love this stuff, and he was good about refilling it 2. Crab with Japanese citrus jelly and shiso: a generous amount of sweet, fresh crab 3. Ankimo: two pieces, served with wasabi 4. Signature octopus: massaged 1 hour and stewed 1 hour - very flavorful and tender 5. Steamed abalone: served over soba with abalone liver sauce 6. Seaweed shot 7. Chawanmushi with scallops and caviar Sushi: 1. Hokkaido scallop with yuzu and sea salt 2. Spanish mackerel 3. Akami: lean bluefin tuna 4. Kinmedai: golden eye snapper, torched 5. Isaki: 3 line grunt fish 6. Kelp cured black snapper, shiso leaf, yuzu 7. Chutoro 8. Saba: mackerel with kelp 9. Otoro: torched, topped with uni The scallop and kinmedai were the highlights for me. We also got one of the à la carte add ons: the hand chopped fatty tuna and uni hand roll. To finish: red miso soup At the end, you can watch the chef preparing the bento boxes, which was a good reminder for me to keep my eye out for the next available pickup. The fish was high quality, and the pieces were cut to the right size (I've been to way too many places with unappealingly large cuts). Each course was thoughtfully prepared, and pacing was consistent. For the quality and quantity of food, as well as the service and dining experience, this was a hot deal for $125 a person. We will definitely be coming back!

Came for lunch and had a very nice experience…read more My favorites were the monkfish liver and the chawanmushi with uni. The chef explained all the dishes and where they are sourced. The presentation is also lovely. I also loved the pickled ginger (that they keep refilling for you). Overall would highly recommend!

Sushi Boat family offers the freshest sushi, generous portions, creative and refreshing flavors in…read morea package that makes the experience unforgettable, that you'll be looking for the next excuse to order from them. It's a must try and a great affordable way to host a friends to pig out with or to impress without any mess or cleanup. Not to mention pick up options are so creative. Owner is a true pioneer, reshaping the way we think of sushi and making it so accessible. Keep it coming, Sushi Boat!!!!

This place completely surprised me! I'd seen it pop up on social media a few times and finally got…read morethe chance to try it--and I'm so glad I did. It's takeout only, which made ordering super easy. We ordered online and even scored a discount through a special on their website. We got the Salmon Lover for two and the two-person combo sushi boat. We split everything between four people and still had leftovers! The fish was incredibly fresh, with generous portions. My favorite poke was the spicy mango tuna--so flavorful. They even include a mini bottle of soy sauce, which was such a cute touch. There are plenty of sides to choose from, and you get a really good amount of rice. The sushi boat is definitely on the pricier side, and I was a bit skeptical at first because of the packaging. I wasn't sure if the quality would live up to the presentation, but it absolutely did. The packaging is not only fun but also super functional--perfect for taking to the beach, a park, or a party.

The ambience is classy and minimalist…read more We did the omakase experience ($165) and the pieces were all extremely high quality. I always get way too full with omakase and I was already so full about a third way through the omakase. They had so many standout pieces - butterfish, tuna, wagyu, etc. The chef and staff were all absolutely lovely :)

We did the omakase and added uni. It was pretty good for…read moresomething you can get in the states because I go to Japan at least 2x a year. The ambiance is quiet and serene. The price point is high, I believe total came out to be roughly $500. Fun experience for a birthday and good service. Just too expensive in my opinion.

Fantastic ramen, full of rich flavor. Everything here is custom ordered - the type of noodle, how…read morewell cooked, garlic levels, spice levels, everything! The black pepper bean sprouts side dish are a great touch. The chicken karage was crispy and delicious. Be prepared for a long line, but it moves fast. Service is busy but efficient.

I'm not a big ramen fan, but my partner is a huge Japanese ramen enthusiast, and Ramen Nagi is his…read morefavorite ramen spot. That's why we end up coming here fairly often. Because the menu doesn't offer many side options, I usually order the chicken, which has always been consistently good and is something I would definitely recommend. As for the ramen, I've given it a few tries. On a previous visit, I ordered the Black King with the highest spice level and oil level set to 1. Surprisingly, I didn't find it spicy at all, and it still felt too oily for my taste. This visit, I decided to try the vegetarian ramen instead. I enjoyed the basil aroma, and the cheese added a nice flavor to the broth. However, even with the oil level set to 1, I still found it much too oily. That said, I know my opinion may be influenced by the fact that I'm generally not a fan of Japanese ramen. While the flavors were enjoyable, the richness and oiliness just aren't for me. I also don't really understand the long wait times, though it's obvious that many people love this place.

Delicious vegetarian/vegan rolls. Meticulously crated taste. Happy with the service. Must visit.read more

such a satisfying meal. I don't remember eating this much fish in one sitting since japan…read more got the deluxe chirashi ($60) and the oh baby box ($60). Both were beautifully presented, and honestly felt well worth the price bc there was actually so much fish. oh baby box - this came with seared salmon toro, scallops, uni, ikura, and crab. The natural sweetness of the scallops, uni, and crab really stood out to me. The salmon belly was also incredibly fatty and perfectly lightly seared. deluxe chirashi - this came w/ hamachi, seared salmon toro, chu toro, sweet shrimp, walu, ikura, uni, scallops, tamagoyaki (and some white fish that i didn't recognize). I liked that the chef added his own twist to flavor of the fish (the truffle hamachi and yuzu scallops were 10/10)

The best Korean restaurant I've ever had. The main courses are generous in portion. All the…read moresides were delicious and they came around often to refill all the flavors are amazing. we made reservations. Please come and create your own adventure.

My friend introduced me to this place cause she says it is one of her favorite places and now it's…read moredefinitely one of my favorite spots. We came on a Saturday and the wait was an hour long, but they have a machine that provides drinks and there are heaters while you wait. I got the abalone galbitang which was already seasoned and flavorful. The meat was super tender and every bite was delicious. I tried the wagyu galbi which was absolutely delicious and it had me thinking about it the whole time on my 45 minute drive home. The wagyu galbi was also tender, seasoned well, and delicous. I also tried the spicy oxtail which was fall of the bone and great flavor. We got the spicy which had a kick but wasn't too bad. The have carts to come by to ask which one of your banchans needs to be refilled, which is a nice touch. Service was great - everyone was nice and attentive. Their service is definitely top notch. Overall, I'd definitely be back! I'm still thinking about their food.

The food was really great with generous portions! The service was very good and the wait was…read morereasonable.

GIWA is one of those places where you wonder whether you're at brunch or inside a flower shop…read more Fortunately, it works. The restaurant leans hard into the floral theme with oversized arrangements, pastel decor, and even a flower market selling a mix of dried and silk flowers. It could feel gimmicky, but somehow it ends up being charming. The drinks are what initially caught my attention. Every table seemed to have something colorful and elaborate on it. More importantly, they weren't just pretty. The butterfly pea lemonade and strawberry matcha latte were genuinely delicious, not just Instagram bait masquerading as beverages. For food, the Chop Steak Skillet was the winner. Tender steak, vegetables, rice, and a sunny-side-up egg served sizzling hot. The pork cutlet was also excellent, crispy and satisfying with a rich sauce, cabbage salad, and potato salad on the side. Dessert is non-negotiable. Order the strawberry soufflé pancake. It arrives towering, fluffy, and impressively jiggly. The strawberry sauce adds just enough sweetness without overwhelming the pancake itself. Santa Clara has no shortage of brunch spots. GIWA stands out because it understands that dining should be fun. Good food, genuinely good drinks, and an atmosphere that doesn't take itself too seriously. I'll be back.

Amazing Katsu is such a random little find in Santa Clara, and honestly that's part of what makes…read moreit fun. It's a pop-up tucked inside Elite Event Center, which is definitely an unusual location. You walk in and it feels like the event center is basically closed except for this one katsu spot quietly operating inside. Ordering is simple. You scan the QR code, place your order, and mine was ready in about 10 mins. There isn't really a place to sit and eat, so this is definitely more of a pickup and go situation, but the food itself is worth the stop. I got the chicken katsu set and it was really good. The outside was perfectly crunchy without being so heavily breaded that the chicken got lost. The meat was juicy, flavorful, and not dry at all, which can make or break katsu. It also wasn't greasy, which I really appreciated. Everything tasted fresh and clean, but still satisfying. The dipping sauce was also a standout. It had a nice savory umami flavor, but it wasn't too thick, too sweet, or overpowering. Just really well balanced and perfect with the crispy chicken. For $17, you get a solid amount of food with the chicken, rice, cabbage, and miso soup. It felt like a good value, especially compared to a lot of places around the area right now. The location may be a little weird at first, but the food is legit and I'd absolutely come back when I'm craving crispy, juicy katsu.

My coworkers suggested getting lunch from Amazing Katsu, which surprisingly most of us have never…read moretried before. So, my coworker doordashed our orders. NOTE: Takeout only. Pork Tenderloin Katsu: Juicy & tender pork tenderloin, breaded & fried to perfection. Served with rice, cabbage salad, & miso soup. I'll order from them again. Support your local business.