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A homey spot for traditional izakaya favorites, including sushi, udon, rice bowls & tempura.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–10:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–10:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 246 Saratoga Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95050
Phone: (408) 320-2725
Website: https://leichi-sc.com/
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Reviews
Rong Mao
A tiny restaurant serving authentic and creative Japanese foods beyond sushi. The menu has many small dishes to sample. The house made tofu was simple, silky and very delicious. They also make their buckwheat noodles in house. We tried the buckwheat noodle soup with duck or chicken and both were light and tasty. The sashimi treasure box and limited sashimi were delicate, although some fish pieces were a bit chewy. Their salmon ochazuke and fried baby octopus were both outstanding. The bento set with miso marinated black cod was great. Curry with the fried pork chop was good as well. Steamed egg with salmon roe was good but a bit pricey for its tiny serving size. The buckwheat custard dessert was unique and memorable. Service was very friendly. The restaurant is very small and does not have many tables. There might be a wait for walk-ins during the peak hours and weekends. We will come back to try out more items in their menu.
… moreYoon Lee
Leichi is truly a hidden gem in the neighborhood — serving delicate, authentic Japanese dishes with a warm and welcoming touch. We arrived right at 5pm for dinner and were seated immediately, which was a great start to a lovely meal.
We tried a few dishes, and here’s my list — from the ones I loved most to the ones that left a lighter impression.
Snapper Head – Absolutely amazing! The fish was rich, tender, and perfectly cooked — the kind of dish you don’t want to end.
Seiro Soba – The house-made noodles were outstanding. Perfectly cooked, with a smooth texture and subtle balance of flavors — exactly what good soba should be.
Assorted Tempura – Light, crispy, and never greasy. Each ingredient kept its natural texture and moisture, making it one of the best tempura platters I’ve had. Perfect with a cold beer!
Potato Salad – Healthier and lighter than the mayo-heavy versions I expected, but still flavorful with a great chunky texture.
Nasu Dengaku (Grilled Eggplant with Miso) – I don’t usually like eggplant, but this one changed my mind. Perfectly grilled, with a delicious miso sauce that tied everything together.
Chawan Mushi – Silky and comforting, though not as memorable as the other dishes — still a nice way to finish the meal.
Overall, it felt like dining at a high-end izakaya, yet the prices were very reasonable for the quality. I left full, happy, and already planning my next visit.
… moreWe tried a few dishes, and here’s my list — from the ones I loved most to the ones that left a lighter impression.
Snapper Head – Absolutely amazing! The fish was rich, tender, and perfectly cooked — the kind of dish you don’t want to end.
Seiro Soba – The house-made noodles were outstanding. Perfectly cooked, with a smooth texture and subtle balance of flavors — exactly what good soba should be.
Assorted Tempura – Light, crispy, and never greasy. Each ingredient kept its natural texture and moisture, making it one of the best tempura platters I’ve had. Perfect with a cold beer!
Potato Salad – Healthier and lighter than the mayo-heavy versions I expected, but still flavorful with a great chunky texture.
Nasu Dengaku (Grilled Eggplant with Miso) – I don’t usually like eggplant, but this one changed my mind. Perfectly grilled, with a delicious miso sauce that tied everything together.
Chawan Mushi – Silky and comforting, though not as memorable as the other dishes — still a nice way to finish the meal.
Overall, it felt like dining at a high-end izakaya, yet the prices were very reasonable for the quality. I left full, happy, and already planning my next visit.
David Huey
Leichi is a hidden gem in a Santa Clara strip mall that feels way more refined than it looks from the outside. The cozy space is perfect for a date night or a small group, with easy parking and the option to reserve ahead. The staff is friendly and the service efficient. Standouts are the house-made specialties—the ginger ale, silky pudding-like tofu, and refreshing cold-dipping soba. Don’t miss the comforting salmon ochazuke, perfectly crisp tempura, scallop with uni, fresh mini chirashi, and the hojicha panna cotta to finish. Everything here is a win.
… morewell belle
What a gem of a restaurant. I came here twice and had a great meal both times. If you like home cooked, comfort japanese food this is the place for you. I loved their miso black cod with miso soup. Their homemade cold tofu is delicious and so is their burdock salad. Hubby enjoyed his duck soba and eggplant side. It’s a small restaurant with only 10-12 tables but we managed to get a table both times for lunch. We have not tried dinner or their raw dishes so can’t speak for that. The food was flavorful and authentic and I truly enjoyed my experience. The service is fine and the prices are really good!
… moreWei-Ai Tai
Charming Japanese tapas restaurant in Santa Clara. The tables and seats are small, but the food they serve are fresh, well-seasoned, and beautifully presented. Reservation is highly recommended, as they fill up quickly and the turnover rate is not very fast. Efficient and friendly service. Large free parking lot.
… moreHC Y
The food was great and the service was fast, but it’s unacceptable that the udon soup was served with a thumb with dirt in it. It really ruined an otherwise good bowl of beef tongue udon soup. =(
… moreKyou Sho
It was pricey, but I think it is typical for the quality of food that you get. Definitely make a reservation because the venue is small. I would have preferred a bit more privacy between the tables, but I understand it’s hard because, again, the venue is small. I took my date here, and was conscious about the other party sitting 5 inches away from me while I was trying to have more intimate conversation
… moreHitoshi Watanabe (Kevin)
The udon and tempura were absolutely delicious!
I went there for lunch and it was a bit crowded, but if you go early, you can get a seat right away.
They also serve soba, so if you’re craving authentic Japanese udon and soba, this is the place to go!
It turns into an izakaya at night, so I’d love to come back and try that next time!
… moreI went there for lunch and it was a bit crowded, but if you go early, you can get a seat right away.
They also serve soba, so if you’re craving authentic Japanese udon and soba, this is the place to go!
It turns into an izakaya at night, so I’d love to come back and try that next time!
J H
Awesome and fresh Japanese restaurant. There were a lot of items I got to try that I’ve never really seen before. Like the Yuba and Salmon with Yum. Both had interesting textures and were cold dishes. I didn’t expect that, but it was a pleasant surprise.
The sashimi was amazing. If I were to rank them, I would put the yellow fish at top and then salmon and mackerel to follow. The other 3 were also great but I liked those ones more.
The duck soba was complex. It has a smokey flavor to it along with the fatty taste of duck. Highly recommend this dish.
The restaurant is on the smaller side, and it can get a bit loud and crowded in there. The wait can be really long so it is best to reserve through Yelp ahead of time and even reserve earlier than your eta. You can show up for a time, and still be waiting since it is that popular.
… moreThe sashimi was amazing. If I were to rank them, I would put the yellow fish at top and then salmon and mackerel to follow. The other 3 were also great but I liked those ones more.
The duck soba was complex. It has a smokey flavor to it along with the fatty taste of duck. Highly recommend this dish.
The restaurant is on the smaller side, and it can get a bit loud and crowded in there. The wait can be really long so it is best to reserve through Yelp ahead of time and even reserve earlier than your eta. You can show up for a time, and still be waiting since it is that popular.
Betty Wu
A small Japanese restaurant with nice vibe and good food! This restaurant was cheaper than average bay area Japanese food places. The place wasn’t spacious but the staff were friendly and the food was great. We ordered Kamo Kunsei (hickory-smoked duck) and it came with smoke and tasted really good! The fried chicken cartilage was ok, and the grilled black cod was very well marinated and had really rich taste. I also ordered chazuke and it was good as well but I forgot to take a pic. Will def come again. Highly recommend!
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