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Yonsei Handrolls is all about Japanese temaki — sushi handrolls made with top-notch seafood, seasoned sushi rice, all wrapped in properly crisp nori. Enjoy lunch or dinner in our dining room, or grab a seat at the bar which serves classic cocktails with a Japanese twist, sake flights, and a solid selection of Japanese whisky. Reservations encouraged, walk-ins always welcome.
Hours
| Friday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Monday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 11:30 AM–3 PM, 5–9:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 905 CA-123, Albany, CA 94706
Phone: (415) 636-2984
Website: https://www.yonseihandrolls.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: resy.com
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Reviews
R H
First time trying and already fell in love with the food here. We tried their lunch set (3 different sets – with different hand rolls but all came with the veg small dish) and such a great value for money. The concept of hand rolls + some veg dishes is very well balanced. Would definitely come back and try more of their hand rolls!
… moreJavad Kouchakzadeh
Decent rolls. Good fish.
The Aged tuna was great, Probably my favorite. I was let down by the crab roll, it was way too creamy. I regret not getting the Black Cod. The Yellowtail was diced, which I found weird, but the flavor was fine. There’s not much to say about the Salmon, taste was good, texture was good. Spicy tuna with panko (not pictured) was an unexpected hit.
… moreThe Aged tuna was great, Probably my favorite. I was let down by the crab roll, it was way too creamy. I regret not getting the Black Cod. The Yellowtail was diced, which I found weird, but the flavor was fine. There’s not much to say about the Salmon, taste was good, texture was good. Spicy tuna with panko (not pictured) was an unexpected hit.
Eddie Will Ashley III
My wife and I visited here a few years back when we tried the Oakland location. We absolutely loved their OG omaka-set! I think the Zuke Maguro (soy-cured ahi tuna) and Negihama (yellowtail with green onions) were the absolute best. We’ve also had the Yonsei set before, and if you’re new to it, I’d suggest adding the Black Cod to the OG for a truly amazing experience.
… moreTam Lun
The food is extremely salty and pretty much mediocre sushi rolls with mayonnaise and tons of rice.
Way and beyond overpriced $440 for two people with nothing to eat!
Menu is confusing and poorly written.
Sake is sold by the weird jar without a name. If asked to show an original bottle the answer is “ it comes in a huge container”.
Each roll is single and if there are two people and they share, it has to be bitten, and then pass on to another person. No ambiance, and no service, very slow, thin cheap paper napkins, and reusable ( single time use) wooden chapsticks. When our bill arrived, we noticed additional charges 4%, on top of tax and tip, they call it “operations fee”. Please note it’s illegal in California and called “ junk fees”. At first we thought we will subtract it from a tip, and then we realized doing so it would be harmful for a waitress. Not coming back and won’t recommend it to anyone
… moreWay and beyond overpriced $440 for two people with nothing to eat!
Menu is confusing and poorly written.
Sake is sold by the weird jar without a name. If asked to show an original bottle the answer is “ it comes in a huge container”.
Each roll is single and if there are two people and they share, it has to be bitten, and then pass on to another person. No ambiance, and no service, very slow, thin cheap paper napkins, and reusable ( single time use) wooden chapsticks. When our bill arrived, we noticed additional charges 4%, on top of tax and tip, they call it “operations fee”. Please note it’s illegal in California and called “ junk fees”. At first we thought we will subtract it from a tip, and then we realized doing so it would be harmful for a waitress. Not coming back and won’t recommend it to anyone
Jay Gauthier
TLDR: Great food, great service, quality fish, and reasonable prices!
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I’ve been twice now, both times without a reservation (for 2 people) on Saturday evenings. The first time, there was no wait. The second time, the wait was ~10 minutes. We were advised by the server to go next door to the wine bar while we wait (Best Friends) and we wouldn’t be charged corkage if we brought a bottle over – so that’s exactly what we did!
Both times that I came to this restaurant, I had a really pleasant experience. The lighting is a good ambient level and perfect for an intimate dinner. The handrolls menu is either a set 5 courses (3 levels depending on how much you want to splurge) or you can order a la carte from the handrolls menu.
The first time I ate here, I chose their classic OG 5- course menu ($36) and added on the black cod with truffle butter($10) – totaling 6 handrolls. It was a bit too much food for me, but everything was fantastic. The second time I came, I ordered 4 rolls a la carte, which was more reasonable for my appetite.
They bring each roll one at a time, and with so much intention. They think about which roll would be better first versus last for the full palate experience.*
My favorite rolls from the OG included the negihama, the zuke maguro, and the black cod with truffle butter.
My favorites from the a la carte menu were the uni (which is absolutely worth the splurge) and the salmon belly.
I haven’t had cocktails, appetizers, or dessert, but I really enjoyed every handroll that I ate! I will definitely be back to try more items from the menu.
*Some of the mixed reviews mention the service being slow due to each hand roll arriving one at a time. To me, that was a plus! I do /not/ want my handrolls getting soggy, and I love enjoying each one as it is freshly made. Yonsei – please don’t ever stop bringing the rolls one at a time!
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I’ve been twice now, both times without a reservation (for 2 people) on Saturday evenings. The first time, there was no wait. The second time, the wait was ~10 minutes. We were advised by the server to go next door to the wine bar while we wait (Best Friends) and we wouldn’t be charged corkage if we brought a bottle over – so that’s exactly what we did!
Both times that I came to this restaurant, I had a really pleasant experience. The lighting is a good ambient level and perfect for an intimate dinner. The handrolls menu is either a set 5 courses (3 levels depending on how much you want to splurge) or you can order a la carte from the handrolls menu.
The first time I ate here, I chose their classic OG 5- course menu ($36) and added on the black cod with truffle butter($10) – totaling 6 handrolls. It was a bit too much food for me, but everything was fantastic. The second time I came, I ordered 4 rolls a la carte, which was more reasonable for my appetite.
They bring each roll one at a time, and with so much intention. They think about which roll would be better first versus last for the full palate experience.*
My favorite rolls from the OG included the negihama, the zuke maguro, and the black cod with truffle butter.
My favorites from the a la carte menu were the uni (which is absolutely worth the splurge) and the salmon belly.
I haven’t had cocktails, appetizers, or dessert, but I really enjoyed every handroll that I ate! I will definitely be back to try more items from the menu.
*Some of the mixed reviews mention the service being slow due to each hand roll arriving one at a time. To me, that was a plus! I do /not/ want my handrolls getting soggy, and I love enjoying each one as it is freshly made. Yonsei – please don’t ever stop bringing the rolls one at a time!
Justin Cho
Yonsei Handrolls consistently impresses with food that is clean, focused, and exceptionally well executed. The handrolls highlight ingredient quality above all else. Fresh fish, well seasoned rice, and crisp nori come together in a way that feels intentional and balanced. Nothing is overdone, and each bite delivers clarity of flavor. It is the kind of food that reflects confidence in technique and sourcing rather than excess. A standout spot when you want handrolls that are precise, fresh, and deeply satisfying.
… moreSamia Husain
The handrolls here are very generous in size. I would prefer more veggies on thr menu and in the handrolls mixed with the fish, but it was okay, because the fish was extremely fresh and delicious. I ate on a Sunday night and the restaurant was reasonably busy. The staff here is very attentive and are able to accomodate dietary restrictions.
… moreKatrina Moseley Journey
OMG the Black Cod and Truffle Butter hand roll. My mouth is still watering after a delicious dinner at Yonsei Handrolls in Albany. In the new location in Albany we tried almost everything. Some great Sake as well as a Hana G+T as a a friend had the paper crane. We tried every starter and my fav was the hamachi carpaccio and the beef. By the time the hand rolls came I was too busy eating to capture pictures of all the hand rolls we had but I got the OG, subbing the salmon for the salmon belly and it was one of the best choices. The Black cod, salmon belly, spicy tuna then Negihama were my favorites in order. I cannot wait to have them again. Just come prepared to fill your bellies!
… moreShaun Charles
Great food and service with a nice environment to match. Solano Ave is truly a food haven for the best eats in the Bay Area. Yonsei is another bright spot and we’re so happy to have them here in Albany! Food was fantastic and the atmosphere was a perfect match! Highly recommended!
… moreMeredith Bell
Awesome food, but the surprisingly bad service put a damper on what would otherwise be a special experience. The first roll came out before our beer and sake were brought to the table, and someone (not our server) brought us our check with a stiff “thank you for joining us today” before our dessert had even been served! The place wasn’t even full and it created a weird transactional vibe to pay before even finishing the nice meal we were splurging on together.
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