Hakashi Sushi Bar & Grill

"We came to the walnut creek location as the SF location was closed on Sunday... And boy, was it a good idea! Abel was our chef and we did Omakase (chefs choice) for Papa Gerry's 90th birthday and we had food I would never ever choose off a menu but every.single.item was incredible! I am blown away at how deliciously curated each piece was. We didn't need or want to dip in soy sauce because he made sure each piece was flavored to perfection! I can't say enough about it! I'll post pics of each plate that was delivered. And I will be back! I am thoroughly full and I absolutely recommend ordering the Omakase and trusting chef Abel to take you on a sushi adventure of flavor and texture! Even the bone marrow was so rich and creamy!!! Oh, and we had braised pork belly with sweet potato and Australian Wagyu! What? With sushi?? Right?!? The contrast was impeccable! This is a meal I will never forget! Thank you chef Abel (and thank you chef Julio for teaching Abel and sending him to Walnut Creek, it's much closer to my house) we will absolutely be back!"

"Fantastic sushi. Service not great. It was a busy Sat night and they had one server for the ENTIRE restaurant. Atmosphere is pretty loud. Bad acoustics. Hard to hear the people at your own table. Great mixologist at the bar. Fun drink menu too. I would go back for the delicious sushi."

"This place is fantastic. Some of the best sushi and service I've ever had. We came in 30 mins before closing and probably stayed too long, but the staff and chef were still so accommodating and happy to serve. Next time we plan to sit at the bar and let the chef pick the menu items for us, Omakase style! Will definitely be back. Highly recommend this spot to all sushi lovers in the area"

"Walked in and asked the Chef to "surprise" me as I can never decide what to order. Loved all the plates of sashimi sushi they handed me. Chefs in bar area are friendly to talk to. I'm always worried about parking, so I was happy to find parking (there is limited street parking, but I prefer a building parking lot behind the restaurant called South Locust Garage, it's secure and has great rates)."

"My experience at the Hakashi was fantastic. The omakase featured incredibly fresh fish from Japan, expertly prepared by Chef Julio. The restaurant's vibe was welcoming and inviting, setting the perfect atmosphere for a memorable meal. The hot appetizers from the kitchen were a delightful addition to the experience. What truly elevated the experience was the interaction with Chef Julio at the sushi bar; his passion for his craft and attention to detail was evident in every dish. Friendly staff and excellent service add to the overall enjoyment of the evening. Highly recommend!!"