Tried this place on Saturday afternoon when I was at Jack London Square with my family. It was…read morepretty good. Ordered the 3 roll lunch special along with 2 extra California rolls. The handrolls tasted fresh and delicious. The servers and the chef were both really polite and provided good service. I was satisfied with my lunch and I would be happy to come here again when I am in the neck of the woods.

We went to Kuidaore Hand Roll Bar for dinner and overall had a really nice experience. The staff…read morewas incredibly sweet, welcoming, and especially considerate about my allergies. I had a few dietary restrictions, and they were patient, accommodating, and made me feel comfortable ordering, which I really appreciated. The food was fresh and enjoyable, and the overall atmosphere felt relaxed and inviting. You can tell the team cares about creating a good experience for guests. The only challenge during our visit was the speed of service. It seemed like one person was handling both drink service and taking orders, even though there were additional staff members working besides the sushi chef. I think dividing responsibilities a bit differently could really help improve the flow of service and make the overall dining experience even better. That said, everyone was kind throughout the night, and we still enjoyed our dinner. With a few small adjustments, this place could really shine even more.

Mensho is a very popular restaurant. This was my first time visiting, and I had a great experience…read more The food was delicious! The standout dishes for me were the Calamari, Karaage, and Daikon Salad. The Calamari was perfectly fried, and the seasoning was well-balanced. The Karaage was also perfectly fried, and the sauce was flavorful. The Daikon Salad was light and refreshing. I would like to thank our server, Noah, for his helpfulness in choosing our dishes and for the prompt service. I highly recommend it!

Unpopular opinion: wasn't my favorite. But that's all due to personal preference (aside from…read moreservice and a rocky start). The good: fresh, quality ingredients The bad: started with the host/wait list. I accidentally added my name twice for a solo diner. Host thought it was a mistake and completely removed me from the wait list and seated other parties that came in after me. Thoroughly confused - she didn't even call my name to confirm so I had to go up to her and ask. No apology either. Was seated at the counter where solo diners usually sit. Service was non existent. Server came up to me and ask "what would you like to order?" I've never been there before. No "hi my name is ... I'll be your server" nada. They're just a machine - people in people out. The ramen - broth was fine. The squiggly noodles aren't my favorite. Expected to have kernel corn but had corn ribs instead (good thing I'm good with chopsticks!) The charshu was just okay. Enoki topping was just ... aight. The nice touch was that they didn't put it in the ramen and served it on the side to preserve its crunchiness because it definitely needed the texture! It was loud, busy, and nothing spectacular about the dining scene here. $55 dollars later (ramen, 2 additional toppings, one box of sake) ... I sadly don't think it was worth it.

Fantastic chirashi. This is my new favorite sushi place in the area. Service was pretty good - very…read moreattentive at first, but dropped off on refilling my water glass just as I was deep into eating, so that wasn't ideal. I wish they had some more NA options (like an NA beer or two) for drinks. Ambiance is loud. I wouldn't recommend coming here with people you want to talk to, unless you feel comfortable yelling. I like the decor, but it would help the noise to put a few softer things on the walls.

Had dinner w my sister n niece tonight (Friday). Wanted to try a new sushi restaurant. Their hours…read moreare Mon - Sat is 5pm to 9pm. Sun 12 Noon - 2:30. 4pm to 9pm This is a smaller restaurant at the end of Webster St...very clean and the buzz/vibes started at 5PM We had reservation at 5...arrived a little early and was immediately seated. We browsed thru the menu and the items we ordered certainly caught our eye. They were all very good...fish very fresh too. What we enjoyed the most was the fact the rolls did not have lots of rice and we could actually taste the freshness of the cuts of fish This is a great little restaurant and I highly recommend if you live in the East Bay

This is strictly a review for the ramen and udon! Tonkotsu ramen was pretty good! I'm not 100% sure…read moreif it's authentic tonkotsu, but all things considered it hit the spot on a rainy Wednesday. It was savory without being too overpoweringly salty, had two pieces of tender chashu (which is rare in this economy), and the noodles had a nice bite to it. My friend got the udon and she said it was good, although she felt the chicken was a bit bland. We got the chicken karaage as an appetizer and it was good, but the sauce definitely carried.

This restaurant is located on a busy street in Alameda where parking is extremely limited. We like…read moreto try to find something near residential and walk, but even then it can get frustrating to find a parking spot. Once you walk into the restaurant, there's indoor and outdoor seating available. The outdoor seating is covered by a patio, and on colder days, I'm assuming they will put a heater out there? I'm not too sure, since I don't actually eat outside often. Indoor is well lit up, and has a decent amount of seating. The biggest table I have seen seats around 6 people, but can be more if you have small children I suppose. We mostly order the rolls here, and to be fair, it's a decent pricing. However, it is a hit or miss. 1. Lion King - Decent. Taste all the same everywhere you go if you ask me. 2. Deep Fried Spicy Tuna - Must have, definitely my favorite. 3. Golden Gate - More on the saucy side with imitation crab meat, it's basic. 4. Dragon Roll - Again, same anywhere you go. 5. Double Salmon Roll - Salmon on the inside, salmon on the outside. Cheaper alternative than to just getting nigiri or salmon sashimi. The customer service here is not the best in my opinion. The first time we took a friend there for his birthday, and it was terrible. The host, waiter/server, and manager disregarded us. However, a table next to us got the friendliest treatment. The type of treatment you give when you expect them to come back so you can address them by their name. The second time we've been here, the customer service was basic. No expectations, just take your order, serve, and a simple question of how is everything. Honestly, customer service could have been much more reasonable at even the most basic level. Overall, the food is ok. I wouldn't say it's like the best, but if you're here for lunch or a quick bite, it's fine.

Great spot, I've eaten here twice with my family and both times we thoroughly enjoyed our meal…read more The hotpot here is Vietnamese style, so it's a bit different than typical hotpot restaurants. I've tried both the Oxtail/beef and pork hotpot, both were really good, I like the pork a little better because I'm a huge tonkotsu ramen fan, and the broth reminded me of that a lot. The beef luc lac, which is sort of like shaking beef over vermicelli and lettuce is also excellent. They now charge extra for broth refills, which they did not the first time I dined here, around a year or so ago. Overall, this is a nice addition to Alameda's dining options and I hope they stick around!

We came on a week day for dinner and was seated right away. The restaurant is in the Blanding…read moreShopping Center. Love the modern atmosphere and decor. We ordered the banh hoi with lemon grass tofu and mushrooms and salmon claypot. The banh hoi was tasty and fun to eat with the lettuce and herbs. The salmon claypot was full of flavors and so good with steamed rice. The portions were small, which was perfect for us but a little on the pricy side. Service was excellent. We will definitely be back and try other dishes on their menu.

The restaurant was absolutely packed when I arrived, but luckily I was able to get squeezed in as a…read morewalk-in. While I waited, I hung out at their sister ramen restaurant next door, where Lia, the bartender, was fantastic and made the wait enjoyable. That said, reservations are definitely a good idea for my next visit! I ordered the OG Omakase set, which featured all the tried-and-true classics, and every course was beautifully prepared. My standout favorite of the night was the black cod with truffle butter, it was absolutely incredible. I also started with the miso soup, which was the perfect way to begin the meal. The cocktails were sensational. They have such a wide variety, and although I can't remember the names of the ones I ordered, my server was incredibly knowledgeable and helped me choose drinks that paired perfectly with each course. His recommendations really elevated the entire dining experience. Unfortunately, I had a show to catch across the street at the Fox Theater, so I found myself rushing through the end of my meal. The silver lining is that Yonsei is literally just steps away from the venue, making it a perfect dinner spot before a show. I'll definitely be back not only because the food and cocktails were outstanding, but because I want to fully savor the experience next time without watching the clock. Highly recommend!

Super friendly service and a great selection of tasty rolls. Each roll comes out one at a time to…read moreensure the roasted seaweed doesn't get soggy. They have hand roll flights that are fully customizable and an option to add additional rolls if you want. 6-7 rolls was a good amount for me without being overly stuffed. Faves were def the snow crab and chive, Calabrian chili ebi (some heat to this one), the toro caviar and the miso butter cod. A little fun and interactivity rolling the hand rolls yourself and easily instagrammable. It's a small spot so our party of 11 was split between two tables but they did a great job of keeping us taken care of. They share the bathrooms with the ramen spot next door, which looks like an equally good spot to check out next time.

Lunch and service was great as usual. We pigged out and left no survivors except for a few pieces…read moreof tempura. The ladies were super attentive and very kind to my father. Elaine was on duty again and friendly as always. When it came time to leave, the other woman packed my tempura plus extra sauce! Thank you for the great food and even more spectacular service. Dealing with us and our two hour meals can't be easy. Will see you again.

Came here on a Sunday with a reservation for 5 people and didn't really need the reservation at…read moreall. The restaurant was empty and it was definitely a shame because we really enjoyed our experience there! All 5 of us ordered the omakase and added soft shell crab, uni sashimi, and a beer. The food came out beautifully plated and they were great at keeping our hot tea cups full the entire time. The omakase was reasonably priced and pretty worth it in my opinion. It was filling and we really enjoyed the different fish. We ordered both types of uni (Santa Barbara and Hokkaido) - the Hokkaido uni was our favorite! Be sure to ask the chef for their opinion too if you can't decide. The soup and the salad with the omakase was good - the dressing for the salad was pretty yummy too, though probably could've used a tiny bit less of it! I think with all the add-ons we really ran up the bill, but it was still really good, unrushed service, and just a nice peaceful spot for our group to catch up. Overall, definitely recommend for omakase in the area and extra plus that it is in a plaza so parking isn't an issue like some of the other popular places in Alameda.

Still one of my favorites. Last time I reviewed RnR was…read moreover 9 years ago so time for an update! I've trekked across the bridge to come here a zillion times now. I have learned which sushi to order and I always get the tempura too. I have recommended this place to a lot of friends who are now regulars. Just saying

I had the spicy teriyaki chicken bowl with rice and salad, and it was good! I think I liked the…read moresalad better than the chicken. The dressing on the salad should be bottled and sold. I would be first in line. The greens were delicate and fresh. Delightful! The chicken according to the menu was supposed to be thigh meat however it resembled breast meat due to the taste and texture. It was dry and overcooked. The sauce was pretty good after the initial bite. At first bite however it was fishy tasting. It had nice heat (pepper). The food temperature was perfect. Although served in the same bowl the chicken and rice were hot and the salad was cold. The service was fine. The wait wasn't bad. The restaurant is intimate but spacious enough to enjoy your meal without being a part of the next table. Parking can be challenging on the street. Definitely would eat here again but will try the regular teriyaki next time since my guest stated that one doesn't taste fishy.