Stylish, diminutive destination that offers highbrow sushi & Japanese fare at cozy counter seats. Based on 122 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.9 stars. Price $$$$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
1428 Park St, Alameda, CA 94501
Phone: (510) 263-8122
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Hours
| Friday | 5:30–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30–10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 5:30–10:30 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5:30–10:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30–10:30 PM |
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Reservations: resy.com
Reviews
Nytasha Tarver
We had a really special evening here. Much like many spots in Japan, this is tucked away up some nondescript stairs with no signage; you’re not going to end up here by accident. It’s very small, with room for 8 diners at the sushi bar. The decor is minimalist and tasteful. The sushi chef showed us all the fish we would eat and provided its provenance. Each bite was perfect. If you’ve declined to head into the city for a fancy omakase meal because of cost, this may be able to fit your budget. Plus, it was 80’s music the whole time. I really want everyone to go here because it’s clearly a labor of love and I want to see this spot and places like it succeed. Get a reso. You won’t regret it.
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Juniper Moon
Had a great Omakase dining experience with Chef Joji. I was surprised this little hidden gem is in Alameda bc we always drive past it but never noticed it.
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Santiago R
Personal and refined, Utzutzu does service to every cut of fish or shellfish, every rubric of cuisine, every miniscule detail on display. The food shines magnificently, the service edges on brilliant, the nuance details the microscopic, and the experience transcends. I could not ask for a greater joy. 100/10, I would happily die here.
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Zac Bowling
Probably the best fine dining experience in Alameda. Hidden away with no signs in a small space that only serves 8 people at a time with only two sittings a day. Ridiculously amazing sushi, most of it directly from Japan. The hand rolls are probably the best I’ve had state side. Highly recommend. Try to keep it a secret but it’s too good. Book far in advance. Spots go quickly. $110 fixed price excluding drinks and extra rounds.
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Merlinda Yu
Where do I begin? This is the 1st official omakase I’ve had with my entire family. Prior to this night I’ve had some drinks with my boyfriend and also my cousin alongside Chef Joji. His dish with the “uni” like look of carrot puree is delightful! I’m so glad my family got to experience. I know I’ll definitely be back!
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Joshua Odom
It was a really amazing meal. Thank you Chef and everyone. All together there was about 20 or 21 items handed to us to eat. About 14 nigiri + 7 other dishes. The first an impressive Oyster Shooter had real gold leaf in it. My personal favorites were the Scallop, Wagyu, and Shrimp Nigiri. Chef uses unique flavors like yuzu, lime, garlic chip, flavored salts, to really make this a 5 star meal. The value for the cost is amazing. I don’t usually eat so much fish so I was struggling to finish it all. But it was really an amazing dinner. Uni has never appealed to me, until my time a Utzutzu. To finish we were given a Mango Sorbet with maple, coconut and shisho leaf. It was unique and refreshing and a wonderful finish to the meal. The “Happy Anniversary” signs in the sorbet were nice as I had forgotten I put it on the reservation. But they remembered.
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Jason
Solid omakase at a small 8 seater hole-in-the-wall befitting the $140pp (pre tax, tips, drinks, extras) bill.
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Hira Ahmad
A nondescript door and an unimpressive stairwell lead you up to a surprisingly swanky room with a sushi counter. The $145 prix fixe menu gave a lot of nigiris, a lot more than I expected and I felt very full by the end, I think we were served about 15-20 pieces. It was very high quality and each one was unique and delicious. I highly recommend this!
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Kiely Faroe
Incredible sushi spot- 5 stars doesn’t do this place justice. It’s probably the best sushi I’ve ever had including on trips to Japan, and all around the world. This place is incredible. If you want the classic experience, this is the place.
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Angelo Leopold
The food was fresh and with high quality ingredient But I didn’t enjoy the mango ice cream dessert. The place is a little bit hard to find. Also the price went up to $145 since this Dec. But overall I recommend this place If you want to try authentic omakase with reasonable price.
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