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"This was our first 5 star Omakase experience and it didn't disappoint. We had a wonderful time. The variety of nigiri, the salads, soup, uni savory custard were all excellent! We would definitely come back!"
Telefon: (+1)5102638122
Adresse: 1428 Park St, 94501, Alameda, United States
Stadt: Alameda
Webseite: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Utzutzu/2140116899608899
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Donnerstag: 17:30-22:30
Freitag: 17:30-22:30
Samstag: 17:30-22:30
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Gerichte: 38
Ausstattung: 23
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Bewertungen: 1800
I would like to share my unique experience with this restaurant: I was thrilled to see this restaurant suddenly availability 2 weeks again for 2/5 at 8pm so I quickly took it since it's my husband’s bday weekend. It was only on the day of that I realized that I had actually only got one seat (yeah I know, it was my fault that I didn't recheck my reservation again for details . Since the restaurant had 48 hour cancellation policy, we knew it was too late to cancel/alter my reservation. We decided to call them to see if they could accommodate 2 people instead of 1. Unfortunately, no one answered the call for the entire day. We ended up deciding to drive up to the restaurant from south bay a little before 7pm, hoping there's bit chance that the chef could still accomdenate us. We got to the restaurant promptly at 8pm. I told the waiter about the situation and below is whole conversation: Waiter: “let me check with chef to see if there's anything we can do. Normally we wouldn't be able to accommodate you if you have reservation for one.” Me: “ thank you!” 2 min later: Waiter: “sorry we might have enough fish, but not enough appetizers” Me: “thats completely fine! I can just skip appetizer” Another 2 min later Waiter: “sorry we still can't do that.” Me: “i understand. Can I then pack my food to go?” Waiter: “sorry we don't have to go containers” Me: “oh I can go get some containers” Waiter: “sorry we just can‘t pack your food to go” Me: “i will be just having it downstairs in the car” Waiter: “No.” Me: “Alright. Then can I have my food at the table and share it with my husband?” (pointing to their cozy little dining table by the window Waiter: “no you can’t” At this point, I am clueless. It started pouring outside but we seemed to have ruled out all the options. The nice waiter finally said: “ I am really sorry this happened. What I can do for you is to cancel your entire reservation tonight and NOT charge you for the penalty (aka the entire meal’s .” He paused for a moment and continued: “but you are BANNED from our restaurant for the rest of your life. You will not be able to make any reservation with us.” I was so humbled and grateful by the generous offer. How dare I, someone so careless in making reservations in the first place, dine at such prestigious Japanese restaurant! We left. In the rain. My husband got me some pickled fish for dinner. It was not raw fish, but I think it was a good bday dinner anywayz.
Utzuzu was a lovely omakase experience with great food. It almost feels like you have to search for your way in because there is no sign and the front where you walk up is unassuming! We had 15 nigiris with other various appetizers. This was the first time I had wagyu and all of the fish selections were fresh with beautiful pairings such as with ponzu or citrus. It was definitely a special experience with great service and a nice and knowledgeable chef.
Best affordable omakase in the Bay Area. The fish quality is high while the price is amazingly low. It only has 6 seats so it is so hard to get a reservation. But once you get to try this place, every cent is worth its value. The environment is intimate and it is hidden on the second floor of residential area so it might be hard to find. Will definitely eat here again, if I can get another reservation
Solid omakase at a small 8 seater hole-in-the-wall befitting the $140pp (pre tax, tips, drinks, extras) bill. Overall we enjoyed the food and experience. Now the constructive criticism: two pieces of nigiri had way too much wasabi, and the other non-nigiri courses could have more flair and distinctive flavors. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $100+
This was our first 5 star Omakase experience and it didn't disappoint. We had a wonderful time. The variety of nigiri, the salads, soup, uni savory custard were all excellent! We would definitely come back!
