Dan Izakaya Restaurant
$$ • Izakaya, Tapas, Vegetarian
Hours:
1306 Saratoga Ave, San Jose
(408) 249-6020
About Dan Izakaya Restaurant
Customers' Favorites
Salmon Avocado Carpaccio
Aburi Salmon Carpaccio
Premium Sashimi Set
Salmon Yaki Onigiri
Yaki Onigiri Set
Shishito Peppers
Sashimi Salad
Sushi Rice
Clam Ramen
Unagi Don
Dan Izakaya Restaurant Reviews
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Hours
| Monday | 11:15AM - 1:45PM 5:30 - 9:15PM |
| Tuesday | 11:15AM - 1:45PM 5:30 - 9:15PM |
| Wednesday | 11:15AM - 1:45PM 5:30 - 9:15PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 - 9:15PM 11:15AM - 1:45PM |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | 11:15AM - 1:45PM 5:15 - 9:15PM |
| Sunday | 11:15AM - 1:45PM 5:15 - 9:15PM |
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Dan Izakaya Restaurant is a popular Japanese eatery that offers a variety of dishes, including sashimi, grilled saba, salmon teriyaki, and salmon meshi. The restaurant is known for its well-cooked and flavorful food, with fresh and high-quality sashimi. The portions are generous, and the service is friendly. However, the restaurant no longer accepts reservations and only accepts walk-ins, which can lead to waiting times. The menu lacks options for customers with dietary restrictions, as they do not offer substitutions for their bentos.
The restaurant's ambiance is typical of a Japanese izakaya, but seating can be tight. Parking is not a problem, as there is a private lot outside the restaurant. Before the COVID-19 pandemic, Dan Izakaya Restaurant was a favorite among locals for its chawanmushi, grilled skewers, and clam ramen. However, after reopening post-pandemic, the menu has been limited, and some of the favorite dishes are no longer available. The dishes that are on the menu have been disappointing, with issues such as overcooking and dry rice.
Despite these challenges, Dan Izakaya Restaurant continues to be a popular spot for those seeking authentic Japanese cuisine. Customers praise the restaurant for its amazing food, top-notch service, and cozy atmosphere. The clay pot meshi special, sake clams, and crispy rice stone pots with salmon and/or unagi are particularly well-liked. While the wait times can be long, the food is worth the effort, and the restaurant offers a great value for the money spent.