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"Sushi Kashiwa" in Pacifica, CA offers a diverse menu with small plates like California Poppers, Hamachi Carpaccio, and Duck Breast Tataki. Their kitchen hot dishes include Agedashi Tofu and Mixed Mushroom Tempura. The BBQ options feature Pork Belly skewers and Beef Short Ribs. Customer favorites include the Chirashi bowl with Uni and the omakase. Reviews mention the fresh and high-quality ingredients, attentive service, and the variety of options available. The ambiance is lively, and the restaurant is suitable for groups. With unique dishes like the Fatboy Roll and Grilled skewers, "Sushi Kashiwa" is a go-to spot for sushi lovers and those looking for a memorable dining experience.
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“ As a party of 2, we waited for about 20 min on a Friday night at 7pm. They were really busy and received a lot of delivery orders too. So it was pretty lively. The restaurant has tables to accommodate smaller and bigger parties and you can sit at the sushi bar. They do have a small parking lot, but they share it with the other storefronts in the plaza. Make sure you park only in their designated spots. There aren't too many so I can imagine if it gets busy you may need to find residential parking nearby or wait it out for a spot. We loved that the Chirashi bowl came with Uni. It was some of the freshest Uni we've had. The only bad thing was the rice in the bowl wasn't sushi rice. Everything else we had was fresh and pretty good. This is pretty close to me so I think we'll be back again if we want sushi quickly close by. ”
“ The food here was SO good! We've ordered tons of different items and none of them disappointed. The omakase was totally worth it -- great quality for the price. ”
“ Wonderful lunch menu with lots of variety. Food presentation excellent and appealing. The regular hard cover menu also colorful and full of choices. Service is great with Eric. Gave us complimentary edamame too! Highly recommend. It's become one of my favs! ”
“ This place has been open less than a year and replaces a sushi spot that I had not been a big fan of.My son, the big sushi fan was down visiting from Oregon, so I thought it would be a good chance to try it out. Parking is a little treacherous and I would caution you not to exit on the Skyline Blvd. side. That driveway is almost unnavigable. I was concerned from how it looked on the outside that it would be tiny inside, but it seated probably 30 when full. Our server was also the owner, Tony. Selection, especially of nigiri is quite large and Tony helped us in comparing the different types of shrimp, which was very helpful. They encourage you to try the sushi as the chef prepares it before adding any wasabi or soy. I added it to the Umi Masu, because the large size of these pieces seemed to call out for a "flavor break" Here's what we ordered: Umi Masu nigiri $10: 4.5 stars. I would have liked the pieces a little thinner. They were a bit difficult to wrangle. It was a gorgeous color and pristine fresh Amaebi nigiri $15: 5 stars. Great freshness and quality of product. The heads were fried just right too keep the tasty tiny brains intact. Santa Barbara Uni $20: 5 stars. We had wanted the Japanese Uni, but they were out. This was probably the best S.B. Uni either of us had ever had. Incredibly complex flavor, without being too funky, and topped with freshly grated wasabi 6 piece Japanese Oysters $23: 4.5 stars. These were topped with some tobiko and a served with a tasty sort or mignonette sauce. My only knock was they were kinda small Fatboy Roll $22: 4 stars. This was basically a deep fried California Roll with white fish, scallop, tobiko and house mayo on top. I think if I'd noticed the California roll was fried, we might not have ordered it. It was a little too heavy. Kashiwa Roll $17: 4 stars spicy and regular tuna, spicy and regular salmon, tobiko, crunch and house mayo. Good fish again, but maybe too many different things rolled up into 1. I had sent a Yelp message to them the night before asking I gave them a price point, could they select a meal for us, but when we got there, we decided we'd rather order ourselves. When Tony took my credit card and noticed it said Diane B. he realized I was the one who had messaged him. As a perk he discounted our bill by 15%, which brought it to just under $100. What a sweet touch. I will definitely be back. So many more things I want to explore there. Food: 37/40 service: 18/20 Value: 16/20 Intangibles: 17/20 Overall: 88/100. I will round up since it's so close. 5 stars! ”
“ We were just vising Pacifica for the holidays and honestly came here entirely due to walking distance proximity. We liked it so much we actually ended up going twice in one week! I will say that we had great service the first night (week night) and less so the second time since it was a busy Friday night and it didn't seem like they had enough servers. Now on to the highlight, the food, organized with tastiest on top! Tempura (Green bean & Mushroom) - You'd think tempura is just tempura but both the green beans and the mushroom tempura was top notch. It was so addicting with the light breading and perfectly cooked veggies. Highly highly recommend ordering either tempura green beans or tempura mushrooms or BOTH! Fat boy roll - This roll is LOADED. The roll that sits on the bottom is fried and warm so its such a nice balance to the cold toppings on top. This is definitely a filling roll and the fish on top was very fresh and tender. Salmon sashimi sampler - We tend to gravitate towards salmon sashimi so we enjoyed this little sampler! Nothing crazy but still tasty. Grilled skewers (Scallops & Pork belly) - The bacon wrapped scallops were good and well cooked but the pork belly was a bit tough. I would probably skip these next time. ”
“ Sushi Kashiwa in Pacifica has fish that is incredibly fresh, and the sushi is expertly crafted, with each piece bursting with flavor. My chirashi bowl looked very aesthetic and vibrant, with so many different colors. My family tried the chicken teriyaki and salmon terriyaki, which was not as good as the sushi. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate, making it a great spot for a quiet, relaxing meal. The service is attentive and friendly, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. Overall, it's a fantastic sushi spot. ”
“ The food is pretty good, standard sushi restaurant. I got the omakase, some rolls and the tempura mushroom! We got the fat boy roll and didn't realize it was a fried roll so that was a little oily for us and the tempura mushroom was oily. But the rest of the sushi was good! I don't think fried rolls are for me. We got sat at the bar since it was pretty crowded but vibes were good! ”
“ This location used to be a hole-in-the-wall, no-name Japanese restaurant (25+ years ago) serving cheap sushi rolls. But now, after a few changes in ownership, they have higher-quality sashimi and sushi! No longer worried if I'd get food poisoning from days-old fish! Phew! The restaurant is modern and clean. They have a fish tank with gold fishes to bring in some success! Hopefully, it does that for them. We were promptly seated at around 6:30 pm as one party just left. Perfect timing! Their food and drink menu is 14 pages long, which made it difficult for us to decide what to order. Finally, after about 10 minutes, we were able to place our order. ***OUR PICKS*** FRIED STRING BEANS ~ Fried string beans, creamy sesame sauce, black pepper powder. This dish was good, though the sauce was more sweet than savory. Nonetheless, it was a good starter. 4/5 IKA SUGATA YAKI ~ Grilled whole squid w/house special sauce. The squid had a good, chewy texture and was topped with bonito flakes. We enjoyed the smokiness of the bonito. The special sauce tasted like teriyaki. 4/5 CHEF'S CHOICE SASHIMI (15PCS) ~ We had the usual fish you would get in a chirashi bowl like tuna, salmon, walu, halibut, hamachi, but there was one fish we did not know, yet all the fish we got was fresh and delicious served with freshly grated wasabi and pickled ginger. 5/5 KASHIWA ROLL ~ spicy tuna, spicy salmon, tuna, salmon, tobiko, crunch, house mayo sauce. I believe this roll was heavily dusted with deep-fried panko, which was a bit overkill, but it was still tasty. 4/5 We had a nice dinner, yet a bit pricey at $50/pp. However, that's about how much Japanese food is nowadays, if you want fresh fish and pleasant ambiance. Sushi Kashiwa a solid 4 for food and service! ”
“ Our friends who live in Pacifica suggested we meet them for lunch here in place of golfing due to weather. Said new owners. Hubby & I recognized the footprint having eaten here years back. We arrived around 11:30am. Party of five. The interior has changed since we'd been here. The interior lighting and the seating arrangement much improved. Unisex restroom. They offer a lunch special daily 11:30a-2pm. Closed Mondays. Ordered- * hubby & I had bento C - chicken katsu and shrimp tempura roll. Great presentation. Not in a box but platters atop a bamboo tray. * two friends had bento D - salmon katsu and veggie tempura * The fifth went with the tempura string beans and the California popper. Also great food presentation. These two items came to the table first. Miso soup comes with the bentos. We did have a little of a wait for our bentos. Bento D came before bento C. Everything was fresh & delicious. Thursday is our golf day. This may become our 19th hole going forward. ”
“ Decided to try this place since the reviews seemed decent and we wanted to see how it compared to Sushi 8, the establishment that was here before them. Came on a Sunday afternoon around 1pm and was able to be seated right away and our order was taken within a few minutes. Server was professional but wasn't super friendly nor did she really smile. Place was nicely remodeled, clean and less cluttered because there were fewer tables. Did not checkout the restroom so cannot tell you if it was clean or if it had seat covers. Food was served to us at a steady pace- not all at once which we appreciated so we didn't feel rushed and we could enjoy what we ordered. We ordered several rolls and meals because we wanted variety and to be able to really compare. Everything was yummy and you could tell had its distinct flavors meaning not everything tasted the same like some places. You can tell from the pic that everything was visually appealing to delight the eyes not just the stomach. We enjoyed everything. We were happy we came, will return and do recommend. ”
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About
Welcome to Sushi Kashiwa, a Japanese sushi bar located in Pacifica, CA. This Asian-owned restaurant offers a wide range of options for diners, from small plates like California Poppers and Poki Salad to kitchen hot dishes like Agedashi Tofu and Shrimp Tempura. With a casual atmosphere and vegan-friendly options, Sushi Kashiwa caters to a diverse audience.
Customers have raved about the freshness and quality of the food at Sushi Kashiwa. Kelly N. appreciated the lively atmosphere and the freshness of the Uni in the Chirashi bowl. Theresa S. found the omakase to be worth the price, and K M. praised the variety on the lunch menu and the excellent service.
One standout dish that customers have enjoyed is the Santa Barbara Uni, praised for its complex flavor and freshness. Additionally, the Tempura dishes, especially the green bean and mushroom tempura, have been highlighted for their addicting quality and perfectly cooked vegetables.
Overall, Sushi Kashiwa offers a diverse menu with fresh, high-quality dishes that have left customers satisfied and eager to return. Whether you're a sushi enthusiast or looking to try something new, Sushi Kashiwa is a must-visit spot for delicious Japanese cuisine.
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