Kid-friendliness: Very kid-friendly in that the staff is so sweet to the kids and thoughtful. Like one employee helped show us where the bathroom was just because he headers me trying to get my 5yo to go, and of course he went faster with the ushering… They have the kid chopstick helpers AND provide warm/cool hand towels upon seating!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jalmost D.
Great customer service on top of the food. The restaurant was clean and they give you hand wipes as you sit down. You get an amazing portion. I had the Chicken Curry and it was absolutely delicious. Would definitely recommend checking this place out.
jennifer Lautaimi
Super cool place. We went for a Alameda softball fundraiser.Kid-friendliness: They had the tik tok cotton candy machine and a street pancake maker outffront. Omg yessss
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: California Roll
Grace Lin
The food is average and the price has gone up quite a bit.
Andrew M.
This review is long overdue--5 stars for service, food quality & menu options. I wish every restaurant took service this seriously. Impeccable--which means it starts from the top. When you treat your employees with respect and dignity it comes across to customers. It's no secret the owner is a super guy but what you may not know if you don't have young children is he has a natural calm that makes kids feel so welcomed. The miso soup rich with flavor and freshness. The rolls quick and delicious. Draft beer!!! Yes, draft Japanese beer....helloooo!! The salad was crisp with a fresh crunch and creamy dressing. Adding edamame and a piece of fruit to the bento box is the "little things" that other sushi places don't get (hear that EO!!). I'm a sucker for their chicken and breaded pork--Katsu sauce here is amazing! The friendly and timely staff makes this experience all the better. My only constructive comment would be, you have that big TV put on the Giants game (or Warriors, maybe the A's but maybe not).
Pear L.
Last night is my first time trying this place and now it become my favorite sushi and sashimi place in Alameda. The fish is super fresh and soft. You can tell the different. The best quality you can find. I'll come back again for sure!!
Lai L.
I am surprised I have never been here before. It's really a hidden gem tucked away in an "alley." We were initially going to visit another sushi place in Alameda, but it closed down, so we kept searching to find something not too casual but not too fancy. It can get a little busy on Park Street, but since it was a Tuesday evening, we were able to find parking right away and when we walked in, we were seated quickly. It seemed to be slow, but it was a weekday. The service was pretty amazing. Our server kept checking on us and I believe the owner came by to say hi as well.We ordered the specials: hamachi and spicy tuna were half off. My goodness, this was delicious and melt-in-your mouth! We also ordered another special: spicy (red) seaweed salad -- also amazing. More things we ordered: salad and soup, Nathan's Roll and Emily's roll. Everything was quite scrumptious and we ate every bite between two people! I will definitely be back!
Lynn L.
Because we had some other go-to sushi joints on the island for a long time, it took a while for us to get to Yellowtail. Sure wish I had started going here from the start. The sushi is tasty and creative and we love the family-feel service. Staff and the owner always make us feel like we are regulars. Which we are now. I love Yellowtail.
SANDRA R.
Looking around Alameda for a great sushi place where we could become regulars. I think we found our place! The sushi was amazing and the service was top notch! Loved Gary's roll and the sashimi was amazing! They offered hand wipes before we ate which was such a nice touch and the staff were all so kind and complimentary of our kids who enjoyed dinner as well. We were a little unsure if our jeans and tshirt attire would be okay as we had spent the day house hunting but it seemed to be a relaxed atmosphere which made the meal even more enjoyable! Can't wait to return and try out some new rolls! We found our new sushi place! You should check it out!
Fantasy Football Huddle
Staff was very nice and the food is good with great prices.
One of my favorite restaurants in Alameda. Best place to go with family, friends and kids. They do provide high chairs. Great customer service. Food was served quickly. Amazing customer service. Clean restrooms. They do have a parking lot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Thomas R.
My brother is my go-to source for good sushi and he didn't lead me astray.. this establishment is located off of park street with a parking lot in the rear. This is a busy area so I wouldn't hold my breath on finding easy parking in the lot either but I'm sure you can manage. The entrance is in an alley way, you might say and the door is parallel to park st. The decor is pretty modern mixed with traditional Japanese style and some make shift curtains towards the rest rooms. I wanna say there is upstairs seating which would be cool but I'm not 100% sure. We ordered a few rolls and they all checked out to be fine dining quality lol. The garlic edamame beans had a nice kick of flavor for the normally bland appeteazer. The crab stuffed shrimp was a bit of a let down if I had to say anything that stood out against the high flying flavors. It just seemed like a mush of fish in the shape of a shrimp. I can't remember the exact rolls that we ordered but you could put a blindfold on and pick anything and you'll be pleased with your choices lol. Pricing was fair and the customer service was great too. Our food came out quick and the waitress was very attentive. We had a few other employees (possibly management) check on our group to ask how our experience was. If you're in the market for sushi and a good experience, I'd definitely urge you to check this place out.
Jenn H.
We came here recently with my MIL. We all love Japanese food and have enjoyed dining at Yellowtail in the past.We have young kiddos, and as we were ordering and waiting, the owner came over to say hi and interact with them. He was so kind, friendly and genuine--he drew in and engaged my kiddos in a very sweet and personable way. They are both on the spectrum but he was so fun, and folded origami for each of them (a fish for one, a bird for the other) and kept them occupied and enthralled.The food was delciious, and throughout the meal he came over to check on us. My kiddos split a bento and ate it all, and when he found out that they loved the tofu in the miso soup, he went off to get more!The food we ordered was all good, but the owner's attention to us and my kids is what compels me to give this restaurant 5 stars. It was all so genuine and you could tell that he honestly loves his customers.
cautious optimist
Really top notch freshness and clean sushi bar and room Highly recommend. Shared 26 piece plate with two friends, plus gomaae and other sides. A bit tricky to find the first time, in a safe restaraunt alley off Park Street. Typical Alameda sushi prices. There is parking lot south of the alley, I parked on Central before I knew this.
Kid-friendliness: Very kid-friendly in that the staff is so sweet to the kids and thoughtful. Like one employee helped show us where the bathroom was just because he headers me trying to get my 5yo to go, and of course he went faster with the ushering… They have the kid chopstick helpers AND provide warm/cool hand towels upon seating!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great customer service on top of the food. The restaurant was clean and they give you hand wipes as you sit down. You get an amazing portion. I had the Chicken Curry and it was absolutely delicious. Would definitely recommend checking this place out.
Super cool place. We went for a Alameda softball fundraiser.Kid-friendliness: They had the tik tok cotton candy machine and a street pancake maker outffront. Omg yessss
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: California Roll
The food is average and the price has gone up quite a bit.
This review is long overdue--5 stars for service, food quality & menu options. I wish every restaurant took service this seriously. Impeccable--which means it starts from the top. When you treat your employees with respect and dignity it comes across to customers. It's no secret the owner is a super guy but what you may not know if you don't have young children is he has a natural calm that makes kids feel so welcomed. The miso soup rich with flavor and freshness. The rolls quick and delicious. Draft beer!!! Yes, draft Japanese beer....helloooo!! The salad was crisp with a fresh crunch and creamy dressing. Adding edamame and a piece of fruit to the bento box is the "little things" that other sushi places don't get (hear that EO!!). I'm a sucker for their chicken and breaded pork--Katsu sauce here is amazing! The friendly and timely staff makes this experience all the better. My only constructive comment would be, you have that big TV put on the Giants game (or Warriors, maybe the A's but maybe not).
Last night is my first time trying this place and now it become my favorite sushi and sashimi place in Alameda. The fish is super fresh and soft. You can tell the different. The best quality you can find. I'll come back again for sure!!
I am surprised I have never been here before. It's really a hidden gem tucked away in an "alley." We were initially going to visit another sushi place in Alameda, but it closed down, so we kept searching to find something not too casual but not too fancy. It can get a little busy on Park Street, but since it was a Tuesday evening, we were able to find parking right away and when we walked in, we were seated quickly. It seemed to be slow, but it was a weekday. The service was pretty amazing. Our server kept checking on us and I believe the owner came by to say hi as well.We ordered the specials: hamachi and spicy tuna were half off. My goodness, this was delicious and melt-in-your mouth! We also ordered another special: spicy (red) seaweed salad -- also amazing. More things we ordered: salad and soup, Nathan's Roll and Emily's roll. Everything was quite scrumptious and we ate every bite between two people! I will definitely be back!
Because we had some other go-to sushi joints on the island for a long time, it took a while for us to get to Yellowtail. Sure wish I had started going here from the start. The sushi is tasty and creative and we love the family-feel service. Staff and the owner always make us feel like we are regulars. Which we are now. I love Yellowtail.
Looking around Alameda for a great sushi place where we could become regulars. I think we found our place! The sushi was amazing and the service was top notch! Loved Gary's roll and the sashimi was amazing! They offered hand wipes before we ate which was such a nice touch and the staff were all so kind and complimentary of our kids who enjoyed dinner as well. We were a little unsure if our jeans and tshirt attire would be okay as we had spent the day house hunting but it seemed to be a relaxed atmosphere which made the meal even more enjoyable! Can't wait to return and try out some new rolls! We found our new sushi place! You should check it out!
Staff was very nice and the food is good with great prices.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
This place is amazing, great sushi, very fresh!
One of my favorite restaurants in Alameda. Best place to go with family, friends and kids. They do provide high chairs. Great customer service. Food was served quickly. Amazing customer service. Clean restrooms. They do have a parking lot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My brother is my go-to source for good sushi and he didn't lead me astray.. this establishment is located off of park street with a parking lot in the rear. This is a busy area so I wouldn't hold my breath on finding easy parking in the lot either but I'm sure you can manage. The entrance is in an alley way, you might say and the door is parallel to park st. The decor is pretty modern mixed with traditional Japanese style and some make shift curtains towards the rest rooms. I wanna say there is upstairs seating which would be cool but I'm not 100% sure. We ordered a few rolls and they all checked out to be fine dining quality lol. The garlic edamame beans had a nice kick of flavor for the normally bland appeteazer. The crab stuffed shrimp was a bit of a let down if I had to say anything that stood out against the high flying flavors. It just seemed like a mush of fish in the shape of a shrimp. I can't remember the exact rolls that we ordered but you could put a blindfold on and pick anything and you'll be pleased with your choices lol. Pricing was fair and the customer service was great too. Our food came out quick and the waitress was very attentive. We had a few other employees (possibly management) check on our group to ask how our experience was. If you're in the market for sushi and a good experience, I'd definitely urge you to check this place out.
We came here recently with my MIL. We all love Japanese food and have enjoyed dining at Yellowtail in the past.We have young kiddos, and as we were ordering and waiting, the owner came over to say hi and interact with them. He was so kind, friendly and genuine--he drew in and engaged my kiddos in a very sweet and personable way. They are both on the spectrum but he was so fun, and folded origami for each of them (a fish for one, a bird for the other) and kept them occupied and enthralled.The food was delciious, and throughout the meal he came over to check on us. My kiddos split a bento and ate it all, and when he found out that they loved the tofu in the miso soup, he went off to get more!The food we ordered was all good, but the owner's attention to us and my kids is what compels me to give this restaurant 5 stars. It was all so genuine and you could tell that he honestly loves his customers.
Really top notch freshness and clean sushi bar and room Highly recommend. Shared 26 piece plate with two friends, plus gomaae and other sides. A bit tricky to find the first time, in a safe restaraunt alley off Park Street. Typical Alameda sushi prices. There is parking lot south of the alley, I parked on Central before I knew this.