Sushi Bars near Emeryville

“great food & great service!“

“This was my 5th or 6th time at Narusushi. Each time has been fantastic and Ive been meaning to review for a while.

First, the place is just amazing. I really enjoyed everything. The place is clean and the retailers are very welcoming. Decently fast service, and a casual restaurant with a good selection of Japanese style food.

I think some of the best sushi around. Fresh fish. Great flavors. The atmosphere was great and the food was truly amazing. I will definitely be coming back again, mark my words Narusushi!!“

“Best vegan meal I’ve ever had, went twice in a four days it was that good ❤️“

“We've been here twice and enjoyed it both times. The sushi was fresh and well made, and the Hey Girl roll was our favorite. We'd order it again in a heartbeat. The flavors were balanced, the presentation was beautiful, and the portions felt just right.

The staff were friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere was welcoming, which made it a great spot for a relaxed dinner. One thing we really loved: they offer free ice cream if you're celebrating your birthday. It's a thoughtful touch that makes the visit feel special.

Highly recommended, and we'll definitely be back!“

“Best non-traditional sushi that I've ever eaten“

“Best Omakase in town.“

“We celebrated my brother’s birthday here, and it was our first time dining at Akikos. We had one of the best omakase experiences and would highly recommend it!

The atmosphere feels luxurious and perfect for a special occasion or fine dining experience. I loved seeing how the entire staff worked together as a team, and the chefs were very detailed in explaining each dish and how it was prepared. The nigiri was exceptional, with noticeably high-quality fish and ingredients.

We also met one of their hostesses, Shaina, who was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and made our experience even better.

Overall, it was definitely worth the price. We had such a great experience celebrating my brother’s birthday here, and we would absolutely come back!“

“Emma ,Julio and staff great!“

“ALWAYS a fantastic and tasty dinner. ☺️“

“Watermelon 🍉 Roll; no rice, refreshingly good Fried seafood chips appetizer; I wanted it as a meal it’s a different yum 😋 Ice cream sandwich wow!“

“The small unassuming entry way will make you think you’re breaking into someone’s house but it’s perfect for that intimate feeling as well. Once you find the right door it’s a super chill vibe in a small space. The chef was preparing everything as we walked in and the server sat us down. The food was super fresh and the chef was very kind. There were 13 different sashimis served along with 6 additional courses of non sashimi items. Very nice service and amazing meal, left full and happy!“

“awesome a must try, this is a hidden gem“

“The customer service is outstanding and the quality of sushi serves were delicious. The Chef prepared the plates well. I don’t think I can return to a regular Japanese restaurant after this experience. 😁“

“I think the 4.7 Google rating for this place is too high. Four stars is more like it. The food was mostly good, but there were a few items that were not so great. We got the sashimi sampler. The barracuda and tuna sashimi were excellent and flavorful even without soy sauce. The aji and sea bream sashimi were fine, but had less flavor. The yellowtail sashimi was downright sour and not fresh. We also ordered some small plates. The agedashi tofu was very nice. The grilled scallops featured an impressive presentation (scallops in their shell cooking in a bubbling broth over a small fire that died down right when we finished the dish) and a tender texture, but ultimately the taste was bland. The assorted tempura was fine although I thought the batter could have been lighter. The house salad was large and fresh – a good deal. We finished with some skewers – shrimp, chicken, zucchini, and mushrooms. The skewers ranged from solid to good. Beyond the food, we thought the service was friendly and competent. The atmosphere, however, left something to be desired. The restaurant reeked of cleaning fluid and the floor was sticky.“

“While pricese were a bit higher than I expected for the portion size, the quality was surprisingly good for take-out sushi. We spent over $60 on two omakase selections, 1 tiny uni don, 1 tiny toro don, and really small seaweed salad.

I wish they sold the scallop nigri a la carte because that was one of my favorite omakase items! Also liked one of the salmon in the omakase better than the other salmon (it looked like 2 different salmon were used). Husband raved about the toro pieces in the toro don and I enjoyed the uni don.“

“Tried the sushi here with a few different rolls, including one with tempura shrimp and another with spicy tuna. The textures worked well together, and the flavors were nicely balanced. I liked that the menu had both familiar choices and a few more creative options“

“This was a surprise dinner my friend invited me on. The hand rolls are so fresh and delicious. I had 5 amazing rolls that come out one at a time for freshness m. The server was super sweat and helped me pick out what I wanted. The menu does also have set options, but I decided to do individual rolls. I definitely recommend stopping by if you’re in the Oakland area.“

“The best sushi place in the city!! Quality of food is 10 out of 5......“

“Very tasty place. It is a little bit aside from deep touristic places and usually visited by locals. The staff is very kind and prices are quite good for this quality. There are places to sit inside and outside. There are infrared wormers outside for cold evenings. The only concern is the working hours, only few hours during the day.“

“Excellent take-out. Love their unagi, spicy crab salad, every roll that I’ve tried. And they are so nice!!“

“Best authentic Japanese restaurant in town.“

“Great sushi, perfectly prepared and presented. So glad I walked a few more blocks to go there. Small with a very friendly staff (my 2 Buddhi’s) made for enjoyable experience. Come to town at least once a year; plan to be back.“

“Absolutely excellent food, service, ambiance. Casual, yet nice and cute date night spot. Great patio. Quick (not rushed), friendly service. Food was excellent! Staff was very kind. Patrons know what they have here, a great spot to frequent and the patrons are also friendly and nice. I will be making this a regular spot even though I live across town. Highly recommend.
Wanted to add that the reservation was SUPER easy to make online. No need to make a profile on some website you will never visit again.“

“The owner was wonderful, the food was very good, but unfortunately we were there for lunch when there was a convention nearby and there were large tables of very noisy guys. It would be great if there were more sound-deadening materials in the restaurant.“

“I’ve been vegetarian for 7+ years and this is BY FAR the best plant-based sushi I’ve ever had. The rolls are delicious and plated beautifully and the ramen is so flavorful. Also,
I highly recommend their yuzu lemonade if you’re looking for a tart, refreshing sip. This is a must-try for anyone looking for elevated, vegetarian-inclusive Japanese food.“

“The best omakase and multi-course dinner I’ve ever had. We came to celebrate our anniversary here and a great time. The atmosphere was perfect and the food/fish were literally hands down the best I’ve ever had. If you want high quality omakase where every bite is the perfect blend and diversity of textures and flavors you must go here.“

“When people say a place is 'a hole in the wall', it can go two ways. In this case, it means intimate, small and you hope it's not crowded when you go because there are more fans than seats.

We got lucky, and went before (5pm) the crowd flooded in immediatelyafter we ordered. There was only one Hamachi Kama in the house, and we were the fortunate ones to have tasted it. It's clear this fish wasn't previously frozen, (if it was, they knew how to mask it) it was flaky, super fresh and flavorful.

Each piece of the Kensington roll was SO large, I'm embarrassed to share a photo of me cramming it in my mouth, because it was impossible to be graceful.

The beer with a hint of peach was a must try, it perfectly paired with everything we ordered.

All of the great reviews of how good this place is, were true, including mine.
This place is a must try!

My review is a disservice to myself, because now the line will only get longer!“

“Kaisen Don is a true joy. Owned and led by a trained chef from Japan and served by friendly and knowledgeable staff. They have a wide selection of food, not just sushi. They have a very good selection of Sake and beer and offer three sample flights of Sake to let you learn more about the drink. You can always ask for recommendations to go with your meal. We've eaten in and taken out and have never had a bad meal from Kaisen Don. They are a regular stop for my family, and we take friends and family there from time to time as well.“

“This place did have high quality sushi and a great atmosphere inside. The nigiri and sashimi cuts were pretty small though, especially for the high price that they carried… if you’re looking for a no-frills sushi joint, this doesn’t fit that bill so much, it would make more sense for a Friday night date.“

“I’ve had the great joy and pleasure to eat omakase all over the world - including Japan, and this was the best meal of my life. The thoughtfulness, sustainability and conscious touch to every little thing made this Omakase experience above the rest. Additionally, our wonderful Chef sang accolades/praises about all of the sources he gets the pieces of the meal from, but did not once brag about himself. He needs to be bragged about! Chef Joji Nonaka is incredible. The art, precision, talent, and thoughtfulness he has is unmatched.
I’ll be chasing this meal for the rest of my life.“

“The best sea bass and the best sushi 🍣 Love it“

“Been coming here for over 20 years. My absolute favorite sushi bar in SF. Do you want to be social with loud music and rainbow rolls? Then don’t come here. Do you want authentic sushi with only the best of the best fish? This is your place.“

“Nigiri combo is excellent! I can’t wait to try the sashimi combo next. I came just before they were closing for lunch and people were steadily coming either to pick up or eat-in up until their closing time. It seemed they were regular customers who are keeping this place a secret and happy to say, I am on it already. Can’t wait to go back.“

“My last night in San Francisco & I ate here, as the venue was close to my hotel. The food was amazing. I could hear the chef pounding the pork for the tonkatsu. The miso starter was yum, tempura was delicious, the sushi was outstanding. Thank you for a great meal.“

“Best sushi I've ever had! Made with love � baked bass and mussels are �“

“We had Omakase last night. 2 of us. The food was sooo good, and lots of it. Several times during the omakase, we had multiple portions per round, with one even having 6 pieces. The scallop was my absolute favorite. Lots of great flavors to think through.

Unfortunately I don't think the service and delivery matched the omakase experience or price point ($500 for 2). The 2 staff that served the dishes were very busy elsewhere which meant that every dish was delivered with a 5 second turnaround. They were already running to the next table by the time our plates were down and barely gave us any description or overview of what we were actually eating. Most of the time their back was turned to me when telling what we were served as they were already on their way somewhere else. That's totally fine for an a la carte experience but for an omakaze, the entire point is that the chef chooses your adventure and the chef/server explains to you what you're eating. So while the food was great, the delivery of an omakaze experience is definitely not worth the price point. I'd advise to sit at the bar and if full like last night, just do a la carte.“

“A lot of choices to make your own Poke Bowl at affordable price. You cannot go wrong. it was my bf and I'm first time to try it there and know regret at all. Highly recommended. 👍“

“Awesome salmon and tuna nigiri.“

“Sun Sun Sushi is goated. Extremely fair prices for freshly made sushi. The owner is also very kind in a quiet way - one time, he replaced the container I grabbed from the shelf with a fresh batch he just prepared. There's also student discounts like BOGOF if you order on UberEats.“

“在美國的日本味道，這是算不錯的“

“Tried the sushi here with a few different rolls and a side of takoyaki. The takoyaki was crispy outside and soft inside, and it paired nicely with the lighter sushi. I liked having a mix of textures throughout the meal. Everything was satisfying without feeling overly heavy“

“The best sushi place in the city!! Quality of food is 10 out of 5......“

“Great food, great service. The Calamari is top notch!“

“Exceptional service. Delicious, artfully presented omakase at a reasonable price point.“

“Eating is a kind of happiness, taste is a kind of interest“

“Friendly people, good food, generous portions, great service! Nothing better than to return to a favorite dining spot and have them not only remember you but also remember your "usual"! Beyond Pleased!“

“Absolutely loved this place! The atmosphere was so vibey and welcoming from the moment we walked in. The service was outstanding, everyone was incredibly friendly, smiling, and attentive. We were seated immediately with no wait at all, and the food came out super fast. Best of all, every hand roll was absolutely delicious and tasted incredibly fresh. Such a great experience from start to finish. Highly recommend!“

“The food was nice. Very tasty. I like when there is a sampler platter on sushi menus so you can let the chef pick. They had 6 of these and a sushi bowl. I went with combo A. I was pleased with the choice. They have the Kurosawa Kimoto sake here. I love thise stuff. I get the 300ml. I'd get the 720, but the fiance would probably be critical of that decision.“

“经常更新季节性的鱼类…😋新鲜…主要的是老板很帅☺️…😜“

“Our server, Angela, made the night from go from good to great. Food was good and served quickly, even in a mostly full restaurant. They have a relatively small menu of high quality items. Didn’t save room for dessert. Well worth the trip.“