Kotobuki Jr. Oakland

The staff are incredible, in particular the sushi chefs, however my wife and I can confidently say, we have not found more fresh and delicious fish. We literally order 2 combination dinners (sushi sashimi) at least twice per week. I’m writing this review as I’m here choosing to wait(with an Asahi and edamame) for my to go order because of how much appreciation we both have for the quality of their food. There is love, precision, and such a fresh nature of all their fish that makes it absolutely a must. We don’t take photos of our to go (because we enjoy it so much) but here is my plate as I am waiting and a hibiscus flower from our yard. The flower is unrelated to this post other than hoping it boosts visibility to Kotobuki Jr

This place is a treasure. Food is great, staff are lovely. They go out of their way to make it a great experience

I think this restaurant has the potential to improve greatly with a makeover. Although the interior decor is outdated, the atmosphere and vibe are attractive. The food was delicious overall, but the edamame was disappointing as it came out so cold I couldn't finish it. The service was exceptional. With a updated interior decor, this restaurant could become vibrant and possibly warrant higher prices. While my experience was satisfactory, there is definitely room for improvement.

This is a restaurant I occasionally take friends and visitors to as it offers good, fresh food, pleasantly served and easily shared. They have options of a combination “boat” of multiple dishes that is easy for sharing with three or more persons. I also during Covid and to current day started calling in to go orders. I almost always order a takeout combination dinner with a California roll and Tonkatsu- a breaded pork cutlet. It is a lot of good and I can make two meals if it. If I call ahead it is usually ready in 15 minutes or so and the servers are very welcoming and friendly when I come to pick up my order.

This place is AWESOME! Amazing pricing, super friendly, to go food is always ready quickly and is always very food. 10/10 for Kotobuki. We have eaten here 20+ times and never had a bad experience.