Very satisfying dining experience! Fortunately we went quite hungry tonight because we know the meals are very generous and filling … and delicious! We had the vegetarian bento box and the salmon bento box. We love all that comes with the bento boxes— the miso soup, light crispy tempura, wakame salad, avo-rolls, Inarizushi, California roll, green salad.Service is very friendly and attentive. We love this little restaurant! Even when full, like tonight, it is not too noisy to have conversation at normal volume, which we also appreciate. I only wish they would open for lunch on weekdays. Highly recommend.
The sushi and service are fantastic but it's nearly twice the cost it was 4 years ago. There is enough competition nearby to keep this as an option but it's no longer my usual spot.
A very large and varied menu, and possible even for non-sushi lovers to find something to enjoy. A number of creative combinations on the menu, which provides some new taste opportunities, along with tried and true standards. Service is attentive and food is prepared and served quickly, so don't necessarily plan on lingering (and as it is, there are not that many tables inside to begin with). Seems like they have thriving take-out business, as there's a drive-up window devoted to that. Parking is limited.
Me and my girlfriend couldn't find a good sushi restaurant and came across this one. Staff was very respectful and customer service was great. It was a great experience and the food had a good taste. My only recommendation to the chefs is more flavor on the sushi. Overall, pretty good.
We got an online order and it was very quick and convenient to just pick up from the window. The food was very very good. Prices are reasonable and the portion size is good. This definitely is our new favorite Japanese restaurant.
Favorite spot for roll with ok nigiri. Have toro and uni.
I like this little place in Oakland, and their variety of special rolls. Staff is very friendly and helpful, serve is fast. For me, special rolls are a bit too oily/greasy, but it's more of the personal preference. When you take a special roll, miso soup is included.
We had a good time here. Service was polite and attentive. The rolls covered all the bases and had some new types we were not familiar with and found interesting.
If you’re old enough to read, “Where everybody knows your name…” and immediately finish the rest of the intro song to Cheers, then Shimizu Sushi is for you. If you have no idea what I’m talking about, you’ll love it too, promise.I’ve been coming to Shimizu long enough for the staff to ask about previous relationships and my family, congratulate me on my engagement, notice changes in my hair, and not bother to ask if I’d like a large hot sake upon arrival - because I do.The fish is always fresh. The staff is always kind - except for the one guy who would rather be at a basketball game, but I’ve known him so long his apathy is comforting. And the food is legitimately delicious. As far as expenses over the last decade go, I think Shimizu has earned a line-item in my monthly budget.Reluctantly, for the first time in 10 years, I’m looking for “my new spot.” The only reason it is 4 stars is because their prices have gone up exorbitantly since the beginning of COVID. Not 5% or 10%, but close to 50%.Initially I thought, “sure, inflation” but then went to other sushi restaurants that are just as good and a single roll is far less than $18 (it was about $12 at Shimizu before the pandemic), they are $13.50 or $15, max.So if you are like many in the Bay Area and a very casual $60 dinner for one on a Tuesday isn’t a concern, then go here. Seriously. It’s a fabulous, casual, family-friendly restaurant with staff that will get to know your name.5 stars for 8:10 years. 4 stars today. #ridingtheinflationtraintothewrongstop.
My special go to Japanese cuisine. The sushi is great. Lots of great options. Parking not so great. A little walk once you find parking makes it worth the effort. The place has a great vibe, nice and clean.