YOSHI'S
510 Embarcadero West, Jack London Square, Oakland, CA 94607 DIRECTIONS
Since 1972
Here’s The Deal:
Yoshi's is a sushi restaurant and nightclub that serves Japanese cuisine and live jazz in a casual setting. The restaurant is an award-winning live music venue with a cutting-edge sound system and architecture, occupying 17,000 square feet. Yoshi's is a remarkable establishment located on the waterfront in Jack London Square. The restaurant is an excellent place for groups and special celebrations. Their Yoshi staff will reserve the best seats in the adjacent live entertainment venue for the event. Everyone on their team is dedicated to making your time with them the best it can be, from beginning to end. Many customers take advantage of Yoshi's full experience by dining in the dining room before attending a performance. The menu includes traditional Japanese and fusion-style cuisine, a full bar, and cocktails.
SPECIALTY:
MENU: Duck Confit Spring Roll, Hamachi ‘Crudo’, Kobe Beef Carpaccio, Agedashi Tofu, Kobe Beef Skewers, Baby Spinach and Bacon, Kale and Baby Romaine ‘Miso Caesar’, Tako Sunomono, Beet and Mizuna, Aka Miso Calamari, Tiger Shrimp, Seasonal Vegetable Tempura, Shrimp and Scallops 'Kakiage' Fritter, Cedar Plank Grilled Salmon, Ume Hotate & Pork Belly
Price: Starters Starts from $17
Salads Starts from $13
Tempura Starts from $18
Organic Seasonal Sides Starts from $5
Sushi Rolls Starts from $9
Salads Starts from $13
Tempura Starts from $18
Organic Seasonal Sides Starts from $5
Sushi Rolls Starts from $9
Sushi Combinations Starts from $24
Nigiri & Sashimi Starts from $9
Japanese Platters Starts from $95
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GETA JAPANESE RESTAURANT
165 41st Street, Oakland, CA 94611 DIRECTIONS
Since 2002
Here’s The Deal:
Geta Japanese Restaurant is one of the best sushi restaurants in the East Bay. It is a cozy sushi restaurant in town that serves quality, simple rolls at a reasonable price. Geta Japanese Restaurant is owned and operated by a Japanese family and is popular among Japanese people. They have a regular menu as well as a lot of "specials" painted on their walls with characters and cartoons. Geta Japanese Restaurant provides vegan options, ramen, and dipping noodle. The quality and freshness of the fish here far exceed anything else in town. All of their rolls are made to order and are delectable. Alcohol is available for carry-out orders, with food. There are also plenty of parking spaces around the neighborhood. They accept Visa, master, and discover cards.
SPECIALTY:
MENU: Vegetable, Chicken Teriyaki and Tempura, Agedashi, Gyoza, Wakamesu, Miso Soup, Ohitashi, Yakisoba, Otsukemono, Spicy Chicken, Beef Teriyaki, Salmon Teriyaki, Grilled Salmon, Grilled Saba, Ton Katsu, Tofu Steak, Oyako, Beef and Unagi Don, Kappa Roll, Oshinko Roll, Wakame Roll, Yamagobo Roll, Tekka Roll & Curry Rice
Price: Appetizer Starts from $2.75
Entree Starts from $16.5
Udon Starts from $13
Combination Special Starts from $20
Doburi Starts from $16
Entree Starts from $16.5
Udon Starts from $13
Combination Special Starts from $20
Doburi Starts from $16
Sushi Roll Starts from $7.5
Special Roll Starts from $17
Beverages Starts from $2
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RAMEN SHOP
5812 College Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618 DIRECTIONS
Since 2014
Here’s The Deal:
Ramen Shop is a bustling Japanese joint that presents creative takes on traditional noodle soups & appetizers. They have beautiful decor, lighting, comfy booths, and some counter seating with live cooking action. Ramen Shop, opened by Chez Panisse alumni, has a California sensibility with a constantly changing version of miso ramen. The adjacent bar serves cocktails and a good beer and whiskey selection. The staff is amicable and accommodating. Their large back dining table can accommodate up to 12 people. They usually have three different ramen flavors on hand, which can change daily. The Ramen Shop specializes in hipster ramen and provides excellent service as well as a delectable menu. They source all their ingredients from local farms, so toppings feature the best of the season, such as corn, eggplant, or peppers. Indoor and outdoor dining options are available with reservation. They also offer customized e-gift cards.
SPECIALTY:
MENU: Veggie Dumplings, Little Gem Salad, Tempura Maitake Mushrooms, Cauliflower, and Fennel Pickle, Siew's Sesame Noodles, Fried Soy Tofu, Lacto-Fermented Sansho Cabbage, Purple Cauliflower, and Myrtle Leaves, Shiitake Donburi, Pork Rice, Hot Classic Shoyu Ramen, Hot Shoyu Ramen, Cold Classic Shoyu Ramen Kit & Cold Side of Broth
Price: Appetizer Starts from $8
Ramen Starts from $15
Dessert Starts from $4
Cocktails Starts from $10
Beverages Starts from $3
Ramen Starts from $15
Dessert Starts from $4
Cocktails Starts from $10
Beverages Starts from $3
Sushi Roll Starts from $7.5
Special Roll Starts from $17
Beverages Starts from $2