SAGA Kitchen

1707 Lincoln Ave, Alameda
(510) 769-8898

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Patricia

The spicy ramen here is SO GOOD. The broth is lick-the-bowl good. They even torch the char siu which gives it a great char taste (pun intended). Open late, all your different Asian food cravings in one neat spot, and for me it scratched that spicy, hearty ramen itch hard for me. Looking forward to coming back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Jamie Quintanilla

Cool interior. Loved the BBQ steam buns, Tonkotsu ramen was good. Uses web menu service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Jeremy Schmitz

Good food, good prices, great options. Fun robot server. The only thing that detracts for me was the restaurant itself. The tables at the back make you feel like a kid because they are high, and the padded chairs are actually kind of filthy. The floor also looked like it hadn’t been mopped recently. So a point off for the feeling not matching the food.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 5

Len

The food was fine but the waiter didn't speak english

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Tracy S

My go to place for sushi rolls and beer. I have ordered noodles before and they are good but I regularly order the sushi rolls . Gilbert is a really nice guy!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Justin M Walker

The fish and the dim sum are amazing! The omakase set is an incredible value and the siu mai, har gow, and xiao long bao are easily the best on the island.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Roll, Maguro Don, Fish, Premium Omakase Special, Salted Egg Yolk Bun

Connie Choi

Have authentic, fresh, tasty vietnamnese pho here. I also tried crispy spring rolls and chicken wings, which are awesome.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Eric

This is Alameda’s best kept secret. Amazing food. Quality quality quality. Whether you’re with friends or want to watch a game, this is the place to be. Gilbert is warm and inviting. Shirely provides amazing food. Everyone here has been so nice. Come and enjoy.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fide Dear

I was so impressed with this sushi bar! The service was quick and friendly, and the staff was always available to offer suggestions. The sushi was fresh, flavorful, and expertly prepared. I loved the ambiance—minimalist décor, soft lighting, and a relaxed atmosphere made for a perfect meal. This place has earned a permanent spot on my dining list!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Daniel Tovbis

Got the dim sum. Siu mai was not good. XLB, sesame balls, and custard egg buns were just OK. If it was a bit more affordable this place might be a solid three stars, but at the price point I can't recommend. Can't comment on the sushi/ramen or other offerings at this place at the moment, but if I do come back to try them I'll update this review.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Dim Sum

mei S

Food is ok but not amazing and some items seem overpriced for you get.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 3

Service: 4

Francisco Leung

We had dinner here and ordered Tokyo Shoyu Ramen , House Tonkotsu, Soboro Don with Crab Cream Croquette, and Spicy Tuna Roll. The crab croquettes were fantastic and the other dishes were really good.

We ordered our meals by scanning the QR Code and ordering online. You can then pay online or keep the tab open in case you want to order more. An employee brought us a bottle of water and drinking glasses. Eventually, a robot brought out our food. We had very little interaction with their employees due to all of the electronic systems in place.

They don't have any professional sign posted outside the restaurant that says they are "SAGA Kitchen". Until you walk up, you can see the food department sign posted on their window. So, it was a bit difficult to find this place at night when we parked across the street. We mainly found it through GPS and walking around. I would have given this restaurant 5 stars if it was easier to find.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Omar Azzam (xBlueKitty)

Its good food ig

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Sashimi Lunch Set 9pc, Roll, Fish, Golden Dragon Roll, Maguro Don, Salted Egg Yolk Bun

Raquel Yu

Loved this place! Not sure why it’s only 3.9. There’s so many pros:

- eat combination of Japanese and Chinese food, huge menu
- dog friendly, even indoor!
- free dog treats
- free saga arcade game
- free choice of music
- cute decor/ambiance
- good service (gave us extra seaweed for free)
- easy online ordering

We got the treasure box, negi toro roll, XLB, miso soup and salted egg yolk bun. My favorites were the negi toro roll and the salted egg yolk bun, so good! Would definitely come back and try other things. Thanks SAGA kitchen for a fun and unique dinner experience!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Karen Liu

Food was good but the portions were small. The amount of rice in the omakase sushi appeared to be less this time. Fried chicken wasn’t flavorful (maybe it wasn’t marinated). Ordered 3 items for 2 but still walked out hungry

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 3

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