Sushi Maruyama in San Mateo

The sushi is outstanding and really fresh and perfect consistency. The rolls are average so stick to the sushi and your meal will be great! Service was problematic in that the forgot the three rolls from our order and we waited 20 minutes more once the figured their error. They then ran out of one of our items so stated that they would give us another roll complementary! But when the check, there it was!! They were embarrassed and changed it and then comped us a dessert and edamame. They were very nice just a bit disorganized. We’d go again but just for the nikiri sushi. Not cheap but the quality is great.

The perfect blend of truffle and sushi. Every fish is melt in your mouth fresh or cooked to perfection. Im amazed at the quality of fish for such an affordable price. Will definitely be returning for more.

We had an incredible Omakase experience! Sitting at the sushi bar, we had the privilege of witnessing Chef Yamatos masterful craftsmanship as he prepared our sushi. He was attentive and considerate, taking the time to introduce us to various types of fish and ingredients before serving them. We were even asked for our feedback after trying each piece, which added a personalized touch to the experience.Watching each dish being presented felt like observing a work of art. The attention to detail and presentation were exceptional, providing not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight. The cozy ambiance of the space, coupled with the excellent music selection, enhanced our overall enjoyment. Moreover, the staff exhibited genuine passion and kindness, further elevating our dining experience.Without a doubt, I am already looking forward to revisit this place.

Best sushi I’ve ever had! I’ve been eating Sushi since 1965! Must have r reservations. It’s wild straight from Japan. Make sure you try the eggplant.!

Phenomenal sushi omakase experience at Sushi Maruyama. Each of the pieces of sashimi had such different flavor and texture, it was like an orchestra performing in my mouth. The service was very kind and warm, explaining all the different types of fish and recommending whether or not to add more sauce.The appetizers and sharing plates were delicious as well. Ive never had a salmon skin salad before, and let me tell you that is now my favorite kind of salad. The tofu was also amazing.Shout out to our local friends who recommended this place! Id definitely return.

Fabulous spot with fantastic service! The atmosphere was lively, yet intimate on a Friday evening. Our servers were super accommodating and even sent us some special dessert after we told them we were celebrating an anniversary! Only thing to note is parking is very difficult in the area - I spent over 15 min looking and had to park a walk away.We got plates in addition to the omakase. My favorite dishes that we tried:- Burdock root French fries: very fun take on burdock root, excellent crisp!- Homemade tofu: we tried it hot and cold, I personally preferred it hot as it accentuated the soy flavor, but cold was very interesting w a cream cheese- like texture- marinated octopus: good flavor and texture! A nice dish to start with

Small but neat place for authentic sushi. Welcoming and attentive staff. Their omakase is very reasonably priced and tastes amazing!

Absolutely outstanding Japanese sushi restaurant! Be sure to call in for a reservation, and be prepared for an authentic Japanese sushi experience. The sushi menu is hand written, and changes daily. I highly recommend the chawan mushi- perfectly steamed steam with small pieces of crab, scallops, and fish. Homemade rich and creamy tofu- texture like cream cheese. Blue fin tuna carpaccio with truffles- sashimi cuts Smokey flavor of white truffle. Last appetizer: Japanese eggplant with miso: perfectly grilled, delicious sauce.Omakase selection was impressive- 8 pieces of deliciousness! Served in two parts, first group of four: Japanese butter fish, Japanese striped Jack, Japanese wild young yellowtail, minced fatty tuna, Japanese king mackerel, Japanese skip Jack, ikura, anago, and egg castella.

Has to be one of the best sushi Ive ever had!! Hands down, the best guest service weve encountered in a very long time. Super friendly hosts That made us feel like were a part of their family. Definitely will be back!!

Good sushi place in downtown San Mateo that we’ve been wanting to try for a while now. Reservations are hard to come by and we had to go for the 1st seating at 5 pm. Standard is about the same level as Sushi Sam’s on 3rd street and among the best (non Michelin) in the Bay Area. We had the omakase and assorted nigiri. Good mix of sushi and cooked food. Would definitely return.