cozy great place for sushi, staff is very friendly and welcoming!!! food was amazing and quick
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Telaia Seiwerts
This is a local spot and I’m almost not wanting to share with the world but alas I must spread the word. Cute lil sushi joint across the street from a park. You can order take out to eat at Woodbridge park or sit in and enjoy the light jazz and homey atmosphere. They have a great hand roll happy hour and cheap sake + the Kobe beef sushi is insane. A must try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Zach Seiwerts
Always order off the monthly specials list! Great food and staff. Always enjoy coming here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Randi Picarelli
I’ve been going to sushi 1 oh one since the 1990s. It’s almost like a local dive bar, familiar faces, and some of the most fabulous fish ever. Toshi can always find specialty sushi like Nodoguro and Unagi. They have wonderful specials for rolls and happy hour, making 101 incredibly affordable for this level of quality.
It’s not the prettiest place, but it’s the best! Love them.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
Collin Mullaney
This is hands down the best sushi in the sfv, if you enjoy quality authentic sushi you got to try sushi 101 !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
William Pickering
The handrolls are really good for a great price
Christina Riggio-Fitzsimmons
Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day? Even Shakespeare’s words cannot do Sushi 101 justice. From the delectable sushi to the warm, friendly service and laid back atmosphere, dining at Sushi 101 feels like a mirage in today’s overly-hyped, same-same restaurant scene. This is a perfect, humble establishment that makes you fall in love with dining out all over again.
Delicious food, cute japanese vibe, and great prices!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Justin King
Such a gem of a restaurant! Great service and phenomenal food. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Fitzsimmons
This place is like a dream. Can’t believe how good the sushi and overall experience was. Feels like a place I want to keep a secret, but it deserves this praise
There is nothing I can write here to actually express how grateful I am that Sushi 101 exists. I've lived in the SFV my entire life, and been a chef for almost 16 years in every type of cuisine you could think of. I can honestly say with every part of my being that this is the only restaurant I've ever come across where I wouldn't change a thing. It's a simple, casual location, that brutally undersells how phenomenal their food and service truly is. I've been coming here to treat myself on and off for the last year or so, and take my word for it, there hasn't once been a single bit of food I could find room for improvement on. Working in the industry can give you this jaded view on perfectionism and finding any possible issue. But here? I actually feel at home. Every time I come to eat, I scour the menu for anything new, try a few appetizers, and then go insane with sushi. They have a monthly rotating menu that shows the chef recommendations for sushi that's in season or selling well. I usually live exclusively off of that, or even leave the choices completely up to the house. But I can honestly say I've never had a single bite here that wasn't completely satisfying. Moto, Chef Toshi, and the entire staff are so welcoming and kind. I honestly tuck money away every paycheck just so I can treat myself and come here to enjoy what food should truly be. I could rant for hours about this place, and I always do to my friends and family. Surviving as a small business, especially a restaurant is brutally hard. Even over places I've poured countless hours of work into, I can say this is the most deserving staff and establishment I've ever come across. Thank you all for always giving me the respite from how stressful and problematic this world can be. To be able to wander in to a small, cozy casual place in a strip mall and be handed Michelin level food from people who treat you like friends they've known forever, I couldn't hope for anything more. Be it the appetizers, chirashi bowls, soups, or every single piece of nagiri you could imagine, this place is special. I mean SPECIAL. This is the type of restaurant I've always hoped to achieve myself. I love and thank you all, and promise I'll be back as soon as I can be. Stay alive and well through these tough times my friends, let Sushi 101 live on forever ???
We love this place. Early evening we are able to take our grandchildren there. And for other days when it’s just adults it’s a great place to be too. We also love being at the sushi counter when it’s just my husband and I. We love Toshi and all his crew?????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Francisco Ojeda
Excellent sushi. Ask what's good that day and you'll always be stoked. The spanish mackerel in particular is awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jaki Clark
Amazing food and the cutest vibe!
Dee Review
My Sushi 101 experience in 2024 left me disheartened, and I feel compelled to share my story, particularly due to what I believe may be racially motivated behavior. Seeking a moment of respite after work, I entered the restaurant with a simple request for green tea. The initial interaction with the host was unremarkable, but as I perused the menu, a server persistently pressured me to order food. After a mere five minutes, I was abruptly asked to leave, despite only two other patrons in the nearly empty restaurant at 6 pm.To exacerbate the situation, I sensed uncomfortable stares directed at me as I sat there, leading me to question whether my race played a role in the treatment I received. It's disheartening that such incidents can still occur in 2024, highlighting the need for continued awareness and change. The ambiance, with an unpleasant odor reminiscent of a senior home and worn-out furniture, added to the unwelcoming atmosphere. This, coupled with the perceived racial undertones, left me questioning the establishment's commitment to fair treatment.I strongly discourage others from dining at Sushi 101. Choose an alternative with a more inviting atmosphere, and be aware of potential racial biases when considering this establishment. Eat at Sushi 101 at your own risk, recognizing that incidents like this shouldn't persist in the current times.
cozy great place for sushi, staff is very friendly and welcoming!!!
food was amazing and quick
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a local spot and I’m almost not wanting to share with the world but alas I must spread the word. Cute lil sushi joint across the street from a park. You can order take out to eat at Woodbridge park or sit in and enjoy the light jazz and homey atmosphere. They have a great hand roll happy hour and cheap sake + the Kobe beef sushi is insane. A must try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always order off the monthly specials list! Great food and staff. Always enjoy coming here
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been going to sushi 1 oh one since the 1990s. It’s almost like a local dive bar, familiar faces, and some of the most fabulous fish ever. Toshi can always find specialty sushi like Nodoguro and Unagi. They have wonderful specials for rolls and happy hour, making 101 incredibly affordable for this level of quality.
It’s not the prettiest place, but it’s the best!
Love them.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is hands down the best sushi in the sfv, if you enjoy quality authentic sushi you got to try sushi 101 !
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The handrolls are really good for a great price
Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day? Even Shakespeare’s words cannot do Sushi 101 justice. From the delectable sushi to the warm, friendly service and laid back atmosphere, dining at Sushi 101 feels like a mirage in today’s overly-hyped, same-same restaurant scene. This is a perfect, humble establishment that makes you fall in love with dining out all over again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Albacore, Spicy Albacore Roll, Salmon Sashimi, Sashimi, Yellowtail Sushi
Delicious food, cute japanese vibe, and great prices!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such a gem of a restaurant! Great service and phenomenal food. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is like a dream. Can’t believe how good the sushi and overall experience was. Feels like a place I want to keep a secret, but it deserves this praise
Restaurantji Recommends
There is nothing I can write here to actually express how grateful I am that Sushi 101 exists. I've lived in the SFV my entire life, and been a chef for almost 16 years in every type of cuisine you could think of. I can honestly say with every part of my being that this is the only restaurant I've ever come across where I wouldn't change a thing. It's a simple, casual location, that brutally undersells how phenomenal their food and service truly is. I've been coming here to treat myself on and off for the last year or so, and take my word for it, there hasn't once been a single bit of food I could find room for improvement on. Working in the industry can give you this jaded view on perfectionism and finding any possible issue. But here? I actually feel at home. Every time I come to eat, I scour the menu for anything new, try a few appetizers, and then go insane with sushi. They have a monthly rotating menu that shows the chef recommendations for sushi that's in season or selling well. I usually live exclusively off of that, or even leave the choices completely up to the house. But I can honestly say I've never had a single bite here that wasn't completely satisfying. Moto, Chef Toshi, and the entire staff are so welcoming and kind. I honestly tuck money away every paycheck just so I can treat myself and come here to enjoy what food should truly be. I could rant for hours about this place, and I always do to my friends and family. Surviving as a small business, especially a restaurant is brutally hard. Even over places I've poured countless hours of work into, I can say this is the most deserving staff and establishment I've ever come across. Thank you all for always giving me the respite from how stressful and problematic this world can be. To be able to wander in to a small, cozy casual place in a strip mall and be handed Michelin level food from people who treat you like friends they've known forever, I couldn't hope for anything more. Be it the appetizers, chirashi bowls, soups, or every single piece of nagiri you could imagine, this place is special. I mean SPECIAL. This is the type of restaurant I've always hoped to achieve myself. I love and thank you all, and promise I'll be back as soon as I can be. Stay alive and well through these tough times my friends, let Sushi 101 live on forever ???
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sashimi Combination, Scallop, Spicy Albacore, Miso, Spicy Albacore Roll, California Roll, Salmon Sashimi, Sashimi, Omakase, Blue Fin Tuna Sushi, Tempura, Vegetable Gyoza, Popcorn Shrimp Roll, Spicy Tuna Roll, Yellowtail Sushi, Albacore Sashimi Don, Bento, Albacore Ribs
We love this place. Early evening we are able to take our grandchildren there. And for other days when it’s just adults it’s a great place to be too. We also love being at the sushi counter when it’s just my husband and I. We love Toshi and all his crew?????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent sushi. Ask what's good that day and you'll always be stoked. The spanish mackerel in particular is awesome
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food and the cutest vibe!
My Sushi 101 experience in 2024 left me disheartened, and I feel compelled to share my story, particularly due to what I believe may be racially motivated behavior. Seeking a moment of respite after work, I entered the restaurant with a simple request for green tea. The initial interaction with the host was unremarkable, but as I perused the menu, a server persistently pressured me to order food. After a mere five minutes, I was abruptly asked to leave, despite only two other patrons in the nearly empty restaurant at 6 pm.To exacerbate the situation, I sensed uncomfortable stares directed at me as I sat there, leading me to question whether my race played a role in the treatment I received. It's disheartening that such incidents can still occur in 2024, highlighting the need for continued awareness and change. The ambiance, with an unpleasant odor reminiscent of a senior home and worn-out furniture, added to the unwelcoming atmosphere. This, coupled with the perceived racial undertones, left me questioning the establishment's commitment to fair treatment.I strongly discourage others from dining at Sushi 101. Choose an alternative with a more inviting atmosphere, and be aware of potential racial biases when considering this establishment. Eat at Sushi 101 at your own risk, recognizing that incidents like this shouldn't persist in the current times.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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