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Sasa Restaurant is a Izakaya (small plate style) restaurant where friends can go to have a drink and unwind after a long day. Situated in the historic 100 year old building that originally housed the Walnut Creek Meat Market, this architectural jewel has been transformed by BH Development and Designer Jackson Santos. Chef Philip Yang (proprietor & owner of Blue Gingko) prepares Japanese influenced dishes from around the world consisting of an eclectic mix of local and seasonal meat, sashimi, and traditional sushi specialties, with an emphasis on a unique variety of fresh seafood delivered daily from Tokyo’s world-famous Tsukiji fish market and Oahu’s Fish Auction.
This lively eatery sets the mood with a menu of Japanese small plates, inventive sushi & cocktails.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–10 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 4–10 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 4–9 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1432 N Main St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Phone: (925) 546-5323
Website: http://sasawc.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: opentable.com
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Reviews
Ari Jones
We had a lovely Sunday afternoon date night at Sasa. For ambiance, the restaurant has an upscale, modern vibe with earthy elements. There’s a pretty water feature next to the front entrance which you can hear in the side patio. We requested outdoor seating. There is a front patio that butts against the street, and a side patio that’s much more secluded and quiet. I noted that all of the couples were seated in the side patio, and a family was seated in the front, which I think helps keep the mood romantic for the couples.
The food was mostly delicious, and had a high class vibe with fun flair. We tried the special soft shell crab bao buns and grilled octopus (with yummy romesco sauce). The soft shell crab was perfectly breaded and the buns were fresh. The scallop crudo and tuna tiradito were both very yummy, but we agreed the scallop needed a little more salt. We also got the sashimi sampler, which had high quality fish but was nothing special, and a spicy tuna hand roll. The spicy tuna came in chunks (not diced) with an intense garlic chili oil and bitter frisse. I think the balance was a bit off, and I would have preferred the traditional diced tuna to better distribute the spicy sauce.
Overall, service was excellent. We were seated promptly and asked if we liked our table. Our server, a tall young woman, was really sweet and attentive. The only negative was that the hostess was wearing very intense perfume, which kind of killed the food vibe whenever she walked by to seat someone else.
Sasa is a lovely spot with chefs and servers clearly putting in the work. It’s a little pricey, but we’ll be back again to see what new specials they’re offering!
… moreThe food was mostly delicious, and had a high class vibe with fun flair. We tried the special soft shell crab bao buns and grilled octopus (with yummy romesco sauce). The soft shell crab was perfectly breaded and the buns were fresh. The scallop crudo and tuna tiradito were both very yummy, but we agreed the scallop needed a little more salt. We also got the sashimi sampler, which had high quality fish but was nothing special, and a spicy tuna hand roll. The spicy tuna came in chunks (not diced) with an intense garlic chili oil and bitter frisse. I think the balance was a bit off, and I would have preferred the traditional diced tuna to better distribute the spicy sauce.
Overall, service was excellent. We were seated promptly and asked if we liked our table. Our server, a tall young woman, was really sweet and attentive. The only negative was that the hostess was wearing very intense perfume, which kind of killed the food vibe whenever she walked by to seat someone else.
Sasa is a lovely spot with chefs and servers clearly putting in the work. It’s a little pricey, but we’ll be back again to see what new specials they’re offering!
Amy Sanchez
This review is based off of their Valentine’s Day pre fix menu. We highly recommend not to go here for their Vday prefix menu. The service was incredibly slow, took about 15-20 mins from when we first sat down from when our waiter came over to take our drinks order and a long wait between courses. This was 100% a cash grab event for the restaurant. The portions/quantity of food you are being served is basically nothing.
It was 9 courses but the food was incredibly basic and small. They started you off with a cold/warm clam miso soup. Then moved to a 2-piece okra and of spinach tempura. Then they served you one piece of sushi for 3 of the courses, to a tiny salmon tartar cup. Then ended it with a decent size dessert. That for $98 before tax and a 22% Valentine’s Day surcharge – plain robbery.
I understand this is a busy night for restaurants, and I have no problem paying $500 bill (for 3 people + drinks), we are active Michelin star diners, but when you are paying this amount, one would expect good/decent service and not walk out of the restaurant still hungry. We will not return and advise others to stay away for a Valentine’s Day dinner. Not worth it. You’d be better off going to another restaurant to spend your money and where the service is better and not slow. Incredibly disappointed.
… moreIt was 9 courses but the food was incredibly basic and small. They started you off with a cold/warm clam miso soup. Then moved to a 2-piece okra and of spinach tempura. Then they served you one piece of sushi for 3 of the courses, to a tiny salmon tartar cup. Then ended it with a decent size dessert. That for $98 before tax and a 22% Valentine’s Day surcharge – plain robbery.
I understand this is a busy night for restaurants, and I have no problem paying $500 bill (for 3 people + drinks), we are active Michelin star diners, but when you are paying this amount, one would expect good/decent service and not walk out of the restaurant still hungry. We will not return and advise others to stay away for a Valentine’s Day dinner. Not worth it. You’d be better off going to another restaurant to spend your money and where the service is better and not slow. Incredibly disappointed.
Janine Bos
Had the worst experience on Valentine’s Day. We had a reservation and still got seated 20 mins late. Then waited for another 15 mins at our table before asking someone to at least give us some water. We had to talk to the hostess to let her know we have not had a waiter come up to us since we got seated.
A waiter finally got assigned to us and my husband ordered his drink. They gave us free champagne for the wait. Cool. Let’s give them a chance. Another 15 mins later, we got our first course. There was probably 10-20 mins between each course. Up until the last 3.. they forgot about us again and waited for roughly 30 mins until we flagged our waiter who was trying his best to keep up with demands. This is a management issue as they put way too many tables in one section and expect the waiter to serve them all. Anyways, we told our waiter we haven’t gotten any of the courses for 30 mins so he brought them out at the same time which was at least nice.
What’s upsetting was when the bill came, they didn’t tell us that 24% gratuity was already included so we ended up tipping $50 more on top of the bill for one of the worst dinner experiences we’ve had. We were there for almost 3 hours and 2 hours of it was spent waiting.
… moreA waiter finally got assigned to us and my husband ordered his drink. They gave us free champagne for the wait. Cool. Let’s give them a chance. Another 15 mins later, we got our first course. There was probably 10-20 mins between each course. Up until the last 3.. they forgot about us again and waited for roughly 30 mins until we flagged our waiter who was trying his best to keep up with demands. This is a management issue as they put way too many tables in one section and expect the waiter to serve them all. Anyways, we told our waiter we haven’t gotten any of the courses for 30 mins so he brought them out at the same time which was at least nice.
What’s upsetting was when the bill came, they didn’t tell us that 24% gratuity was already included so we ended up tipping $50 more on top of the bill for one of the worst dinner experiences we’ve had. We were there for almost 3 hours and 2 hours of it was spent waiting.
Hanna Kang
We visited to celebrate my husband’s birthday, and what stood out most was the atmosphere and service. The staff were very friendly and attentive—not just our server, but everyone we encountered. The restaurant had a spacious, relaxed vibe with dim lighting, just the right level of background noise, and well-spaced tables.
We brought our own birthday cake, and they kindly took care of it while we dined, bringing it out at just the right moment without charging a cakage fee—a delightful surprise 🙂
The food was also enjoyable. We ordered two rolls, four pieces of nigiri, and an item from their recommendation menu. Everything was tasty, though the rice and the sauce on the rolls was a bit sweet for our preference, but not to the point of complaint.
… moreWe brought our own birthday cake, and they kindly took care of it while we dined, bringing it out at just the right moment without charging a cakage fee—a delightful surprise 🙂
The food was also enjoyable. We ordered two rolls, four pieces of nigiri, and an item from their recommendation menu. Everything was tasty, though the rice and the sauce on the rolls was a bit sweet for our preference, but not to the point of complaint.
Juan P
Very good sushi + cooked food restaurant (they have vegetarian, seafood and meat sections). Overall food was very tasty, and portion sizes were definitely smaller but still reasonably filling if you don’t mind eating less – it’s on the pricier side but the food was very tasty. It was a little bit slow? But the wait staff was very friendly. Would definitely return for sushi next time.
… moreStacey Roberts-Ohr
I went with my husband for our anniversary. I liked the atmosphere and the service was fine.
The problem was the food. It wasn’t bad, but it wasn’t great.
Miso cod- Generous portion, prepared perfectly. Under salted.
Agadadhi tofu- Nicely fried, under sauced
Softshell crab boa- overfried and lacked flavor
Geishi roll- overpowering spice
Skewer sample- Overpriced and meh
Onigiri- not crispy enough
This place is very, very expensive for what you get and while not bad, it’s not very good. I think there are a lot better Izakaya restaurants in Berkeley and San Francisco.
We spent $180 without tip and I left feeling underwhelmed.
Nothing to write home about. Lottie ‘s Ice creamery is next door. Wow, talk about good ice cream!
… moreThe problem was the food. It wasn’t bad, but it wasn’t great.
Miso cod- Generous portion, prepared perfectly. Under salted.
Agadadhi tofu- Nicely fried, under sauced
Softshell crab boa- overfried and lacked flavor
Geishi roll- overpowering spice
Skewer sample- Overpriced and meh
Onigiri- not crispy enough
This place is very, very expensive for what you get and while not bad, it’s not very good. I think there are a lot better Izakaya restaurants in Berkeley and San Francisco.
We spent $180 without tip and I left feeling underwhelmed.
Nothing to write home about. Lottie ‘s Ice creamery is next door. Wow, talk about good ice cream!
Mike Picot
Ambiance and atmosphere and presentation is what you pay for. Everything was tasty but not knock your socks off braggadocio. We enjoyed the ceviche and lamb chops. I was in the middle of an interesting conversation when one of the staff kept interrupting and asking if I was done with my plate. That kinda killed it. I still tipped 30 clams tho.
… moreMichelle M
Really delicious cocktails and their sushi was delicious. We ordered the Hakkaido.
… moreLena Jennings
Japanese restaurant located right in the heart of downtown Walnut Creek with ample indoor space and a lovely outdoor patio. Came here on a Friday night without a reservation for a party of 5 and we were able to get seated rather quickly.
Started off with the short rib dumplings and best salad. Both different options, the dumplings were very heavy yet flavorful. Although they were delicious I would not order again. The beat salad was divine, great combination of golden and red beats with walnuts and fried cheese.
For our entrees we ordered a few sushi rolls, miso cod, and short ribs. Next time I would strictly order the sushi here as the cod and short rib dishes were a-la-carte leaving me still hungry after I finished my meal. The sushi was fantastic though, great flavor, good consistency, and creative rolls.
The service was a little slow but all in all I will be back for the sushi and beet salad!!
… moreStarted off with the short rib dumplings and best salad. Both different options, the dumplings were very heavy yet flavorful. Although they were delicious I would not order again. The beat salad was divine, great combination of golden and red beats with walnuts and fried cheese.
For our entrees we ordered a few sushi rolls, miso cod, and short ribs. Next time I would strictly order the sushi here as the cod and short rib dishes were a-la-carte leaving me still hungry after I finished my meal. The sushi was fantastic though, great flavor, good consistency, and creative rolls.
The service was a little slow but all in all I will be back for the sushi and beet salad!!
Brian Taylor
This is a very special spot in Walnut Creek for sushi. Have been dining at Sasa for a number of years and have never been disappointed with the quality of their sushi and food. Easily some of the best and freshest sushi you will find in the Bay Area.
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