Sasa

1432 N Main St, Walnut Creek
(925) 546-5323

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Janelle

Intentionally prepared small plates which were very enjoyable. The menu has many options, all of which we enjoyed. The restaurant has a comfortable vibe. Happy hour menu features a good selection of small plates and cocktails. The staff is friendly, checks in frequently, and presents food at a good pace.

Kip

Always find Sasa to offer consistently delicious and inventive takes on Japanese fusion cuisine. Their garlic rice is especially flavorful! Our waiter was not particularly knowledgeable about the wines, but that was a minor blip in the evening. We will definitely return!

Sean

The restaurant failed to acknowledge our anniversary despite it being clearly indicated in our reservation. Additionally, the staff rushed us to finish our meal in order to close the restaurant, even though we had a confirmed reservation time for dinner.

Lorraine

Very nice ambience . Service was excellent. The food was good. I wouldn't say it was exceptional. The portions were small and unfortunately, they didn't have enough vegetarian dishes for one of the people we were with who is a vegetarian. We were there for a 50th wedding anniversary for one of the couples and I had asked the restaurant to do something special. They did give us each a glass of champagne, which was very nice.

Zayne

You can see by my history, Sasa was always one of my favorite places -- for ANY occasion. Well, after the executive chef left due to management changes, we stopped going for a bit. But, we missed it and decided to give it a try again. BIG mistake! They have made just small changes to the menu items as they are listed, but the quality of the food has suffered. Seemingly the same recipes, but executed poorly; some flavor profiles changed to small degrees (in the wrong direction!). I wish they had just changed the menu items completely and not made it seem as though we would get the same amazing food as we had under Chef Hakim's watch only to be let down. So sad to pull this place off my rotation of favorites, but I won't go back. Just too disappointing. Save your dollars.

Ann

This restaurant seems to have its ups and downs throughout the past 10 years. I'm gonna consider it in a down swing right now. The food was average. We were seated on the outside patio, the flower boxes have gone to Weed which made the whole patio looks crappy. It used to be so beautiful! Nothing wrong with the service or how quickly the meal came out or how things were timed, I just think the food has lost its luster. It will probably be a couple years before I return. 

Kyle Nelson

Solid spot, good food and fun atmosphere

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Karla

We really enjoy all the food here. Well prepared and very good service. Consistently delicious fare. We'd love to see more options as we dine here frequently and have ordered everything. We long for the shrimp that was served at the Japan Tsunami fund raiser they sponsored soooo many years ago. That was the reason for us coming back the first time. The shrimp was scrumptious!

jaqueline

The restaurant it's very nice, full bar and our server (blonde guy) I didn't get his name it was very nice as well. The food was just ok, the cuts are too big, you basically need to cut the sushi in half to put in your mouth. Also, I ordered the spicy scallops thinking it was a sushi because it was in a sushi section on the menu but it came a big sushi roll with seaweed and I hate seaweed. I mentioned it to the lady that I believe it's the food runner and she just ignored me. I just paid for a dish that I didn't eat. I don't think I will be back.

Nicholas

I'm really upset doing this because Sasa is our go-to when it comes to going out but our last few experiences have been terrible with the most recent being the worst. I can't help but blame it on the recent ownership change. We had not one but two orders come out incorrect from what we requested and to make it worse, it took 20-30 minutes in between servings. We nearly left because we had been seated 45 minutes between our initial order and our final dish. I fear that may have been our last visit.

Nicholas Ciano

No one was there and yet the front staff made a big deal about where we sat, we were placed in the back area and it smelled like a bathroom and it was ridiculously cold. The staff seemed so bothered and
uninterested in providing us basic service. As a server myself i was very dissapointed in my experience and since we were celebrating my birthday i know i will never come back.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 2

Ariana Andrade

The food at Sasa was absolutely excellent.

Unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired. It took nearly 20 minutes just to place our order, and we only saw our waiter twice—once to take our order, and once to drop off the check. What made it more frustrating was watching him give attentive, prompt service to other tables nearby.

Especially at Sasa price point, guests deserve to be treated with more kindness and consistency. The experience of being overlooked took away from what could have been a great night. I would strongly urge management to ensure all diners are given the same level of attention and respect. Great food deserves great service to match.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 2

Cheryl

Best place for delicious food and the service . This place never disappoints since they opened in 2010. Love the ambiance and staff who work here. We came here for a group of 7 and timing of meals was excellent .

Maisha

The food wasn't good. Service was great. I know ownership has changed so perhaps that's why.

Nicole

Delicious sushi, appetizers and cocktails! Wine list was fantastic too! Service was great, suggestions from Joe did not disappoint. Fun crowd on a Saturday night. We had a mix of vegetarian, specialty rolls, ceviches, hot and cold dishes and loved every dish.

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