Kirala
$$ • Japanese, Sushi Bars, Vegan
Hours:
2100 Ward St, Berkeley
(510) 549-3486
About Kirala
Customers' Favorites
Deluxe Sushi Dinner
Green Tea Ice Cream
Tempura Appetizer
Vegetable Tempura
California Roll
Deluxe Sashimi
Nabeyaki Udon
Agedashi Tofu
Tempura Udon
Rainbow Roll
Kirala Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5:30 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 12 - 2PM 5:30 - 9PM |
| Friday | 12 - 2PM 5:20 - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 5:20 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | 5:20 - 9PM |
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Kirala is a wonderful Japanese restaurant that serves fresh and expertly prepared sushi, grilled meats, and other Japanese cuisine. The atmosphere remains lively and pleasant, with friendly and efficient service. The menu offers a wide variety of options, including Japanese salads, bento boxes, sashimi, noodles, and tempura. Many customers highlight the delicious fish, always fresh and consistently beautiful, with standout dishes like Albacore and Unagi, and yummy robata grilled scallops.
Kirala continues to be a favorite for many, appreciated for its casual, friendly atmosphere and very fresh fish. The wait times can be short, allowing guests to enjoy the bar while waiting for sushi bar seats. However, some long-time visitors have noted that certain items, like ankimo and tempura ice cream, are no longer available. Despite these changes, the basic nigiri remains very good, especially the unagi, which is served warm. With so many choices on the menu, the robata grilled items and donburis are particularly popular. Although peak times may bring longer waits, the hosts work hard to accommodate both small and large groups, making Kirala still recommended for a great dining experience.