Recommended dishes: Sushi, California Roll, Edamame, Roll, Tuna Roll
Miriam Devlin
The sushi was terrible. The selection was poor. The owner was very very nasty. I was there about 4 years ago...it was okay. Now I would say I would give it a minus five stars. Terrible waste of time. Waste of money!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Thomas Burns
Excellent sushi selection. Quick, easy, no frills. Just good food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Platter, Sushi, Edamame, Roll
Molly Lebowitz
Delicious and very fresh. Quick and kind service. Highly recommend.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi
yunha k.
For convenient ready made sushi, this place blew my mind. Didn't know what to expect going in and was met with melt-in-your mouth soft af salmon in their salmon roll. The rolls are a good size too. Perfect spot for someone on the go but also craving sushi. They give you chopsticks, soy sauce, and a napkin too. Thank you for the meal!
Wesley L.
It can be hard to find quality and affordable Japanese takeout, but Kyoto answered my prayers. I hopped off the 18 bus early to finally give this place a try. I got the California roll covered in fish roe & a tuna/avocado roll for under $20. Aside from the reasonable price point, the fish tasted fresh and the portion was sizable for a quick lunch. The service is pretty straightforward here where you pick your food, go to the counter, pay, and leave. No pleasantries which is fine by me. It's a takeout place so really casual, an open fridge with shelves of fresh sushi, some hot food options, and nowhere to sit so prepare to find somewhere to picnic with your findings. Will definitely visit again if I'm in the area
Zephira Derblich-Milea
Kyoto has the delicious and fresh sushi at amazing prices! It’s always quick and easy. I’ve been coming here for a long as I can remember. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Karen Graham ..
This place is a go to for me. It's affordable and fresh. The selection is not extensive but there's definitely something for everyone. I love to just run in, grab rolls for the family and be out within a few minutes.
Miss G
Delicious, cheap and very good portions! Meat to rice ratio is very fair for the price. Many places stuff in the rice.I got 3 rolls for $25. They have a lot of good selections and maki rolls for $3-5. Very simple, no frills place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christine H.
We stopped on an impulse because we were hungry, but purchased a Tuna Avocado Roll since it looked fresh. In addition, it came with a decent portion for the price (under $10). They have a lot of good roll options as well as snacks available. We enjoyed the Tuna Avocado Roll as it was fresh, satisfying, and filling. The Ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce on the side were perfect too.
The sushi is amazing and the customer service is alright but the inside has a bunch of flies.
Alex F.
I've been coming here for a year and for the entire year the owner has been a complete asshole. She's so fucking rude and acts like she's the one paying you. The sushi is ok but expect to feel rushed while you look around.
Roger P.
Take-out only. If you're deciding whether to have sushi every week or send your child to college, come to Kyoto and you can do both.In our 20 years of patronage we've enjoyed the Rainbow Roll and the Nigiri (red tuna, white tuna, salmon) which are always outstanding quality and thick pieces of fish. The California Roll is also excellent and of course the green part is avocado not cucumber. If it's not already prepared with tobiko (the orange roe) ask and they will add it on.If you're a saba aficionado, you're in for a treat. It's not always available but when it is it's the best. Admire the beautiful silver color before enjoying the fresh flavor. Could be where the phrase "Holy Mackerel" originated.Can't speak to the rest of the menu offerings, we just get what we like. Parking can sometimes be a bear (hence the Berkeley mascot) but there's free parking on the Albany side streets (to the west) so if you're mindful you shouldn't have to feed a meter.
Marcus F.
Amazing service with such a kind soul at the front register. I have been to Japan before and has been since let down by the many "authentic" spots around me. This was a new change of pace as the fresh fish took me back to that special place and the amazing flavors made me smile with satisfaction. Truly a blessing of a small sushi spot and is bringing back the good ol times of reasonably priced eats. 5 Stars easily!
Lucas B.
Great prices and delicious sushi. Two rolls of sushi was $14 and it was perfectly filling. Love the location as well. Highly Recommend.
This is a gem!! My favorite to go sushi.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi, California Roll, Edamame, Roll, Tuna Roll
The sushi was terrible. The selection was poor. The owner was very very nasty. I was there about 4 years ago...it was okay. Now I would say I would give it a minus five stars. Terrible waste of time. Waste of money!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 1
Excellent sushi selection. Quick, easy, no frills. Just good food.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Platter, Sushi, Edamame, Roll
Delicious and very fresh. Quick and kind service. Highly recommend.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi
For convenient ready made sushi, this place blew my mind. Didn't know what to expect going in and was met with melt-in-your mouth soft af salmon in their salmon roll. The rolls are a good size too. Perfect spot for someone on the go but also craving sushi. They give you chopsticks, soy sauce, and a napkin too. Thank you for the meal!
It can be hard to find quality and affordable Japanese takeout, but Kyoto answered my prayers. I hopped off the 18 bus early to finally give this place a try. I got the California roll covered in fish roe & a tuna/avocado roll for under $20. Aside from the reasonable price point, the fish tasted fresh and the portion was sizable for a quick lunch. The service is pretty straightforward here where you pick your food, go to the counter, pay, and leave. No pleasantries which is fine by me. It's a takeout place so really casual, an open fridge with shelves of fresh sushi, some hot food options, and nowhere to sit so prepare to find somewhere to picnic with your findings. Will definitely visit again if I'm in the area
Kyoto has the delicious and fresh sushi at amazing prices! It’s always quick and easy. I’ve been coming here for a long as I can remember. Highly recommend!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is a go to for me. It's affordable and fresh. The selection is not extensive but there's definitely something for everyone. I love to just run in, grab rolls for the family and be out within a few minutes.
Delicious, cheap and very good portions! Meat to rice ratio is very fair for the price. Many places stuff in the rice.I got 3 rolls for $25. They have a lot of good selections and maki rolls for $3-5. Very simple, no frills place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We stopped on an impulse because we were hungry, but purchased a Tuna Avocado Roll since it looked fresh. In addition, it came with a decent portion for the price (under $10). They have a lot of good roll options as well as snacks available. We enjoyed the Tuna Avocado Roll as it was fresh, satisfying, and filling. The Ginger, wasabi, and soy sauce on the side were perfect too.
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The sushi is amazing and the customer service is alright but the inside has a bunch of flies.
I've been coming here for a year and for the entire year the owner has been a complete asshole. She's so fucking rude and acts like she's the one paying you. The sushi is ok but expect to feel rushed while you look around.
Take-out only. If you're deciding whether to have sushi every week or send your child to college, come to Kyoto and you can do both.In our 20 years of patronage we've enjoyed the Rainbow Roll and the Nigiri (red tuna, white tuna, salmon) which are always outstanding quality and thick pieces of fish. The California Roll is also excellent and of course the green part is avocado not cucumber. If it's not already prepared with tobiko (the orange roe) ask and they will add it on.If you're a saba aficionado, you're in for a treat. It's not always available but when it is it's the best. Admire the beautiful silver color before enjoying the fresh flavor. Could be where the phrase "Holy Mackerel" originated.Can't speak to the rest of the menu offerings, we just get what we like. Parking can sometimes be a bear (hence the Berkeley mascot) but there's free parking on the Albany side streets (to the west) so if you're mindful you shouldn't have to feed a meter.
Amazing service with such a kind soul at the front register. I have been to Japan before and has been since let down by the many "authentic" spots around me. This was a new change of pace as the fresh fish took me back to that special place and the amazing flavors made me smile with satisfaction. Truly a blessing of a small sushi spot and is bringing back the good ol times of reasonably priced eats. 5 Stars easily!
Great prices and delicious sushi. Two rolls of sushi was $14 and it was perfectly filling. Love the location as well. Highly Recommend.