Sasa
Small, shareable plates of Japanese delicacies is what you are offered at Sasa. This izakaya restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, and has a great drinks menu to accompany the meal. Spicy ahi parfait, roasted spiced lamb chops, duck confit on steamed buns and grilled shishito peppers are some of the dishes to gorge on. Apart from the varieties of sake, wines and cocktails are the other drinks on offer. The daily Happy Hour is from 3p to 6p.
At AKEMI, we believe special occasions merit an exceptional celebration. That's why we've crafted a place where memories are made and excellence is served. Our menu focuses on what makes a meal truly great: the right ingredients and a chef's guiding vision. On our simple but exciting menu, traditional concepts meet fusion ideas using the best fish, the freshest local produce, and natural proteins, all for a uniquely flavorful experience. Pair with your favorite sake and enjoy your meal in our modern yet elegant dining room -- we know you'll savor every moment.
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Samurai
Traditional Japanese decor and cuisine combined with gracious service make for a terrific meal at Samurai; sedate upscale spot popular with local business types as well as tourists and "dot-commers". The sushi bar has been known to produce some whimsical combination and can create sushi rolls to order, but for the most part, it is the usual offerings expertly made with the freshest ingredients available. Take away is available too. Call ahead for more information.
Tachikawa
Kyoto
Located on the middle of Solano Avenue in Berkeley, we are a small take out sushi restaurant and Japanese market. All of our food is freshly prepared throughout the day and conveniently packaged in sushi to-go containers so there is no waiting. As a family run business, we strive to keep our food healthy, fresh, and affordable to you. Since opening in 1998, we have been happily serving our customers everyday and we are looking forward to many more years to come!
