I've been going here around 15 years and it's my top pick for all-around consistency, value, taste and quality. There are plenty of Bay Area options if you're looking for pretentious style or overprice, but this ain't it. I rate Sam's relative to 3 in Tokyo that may be marginally better in access to fresh and/or eclectic fish, but a... more

Sushi Sam's is by far the best sushi I've had. It's not the traditional soy sauce, wasabi dipping kind of sushi. Here, the sushi is accented with sea salt, vinegar or lemon juice. This may not sound like your usual Japanese food but it taste great!! The fish is fresh and just melts in your mouth. From what I hear,... more

Very good sushi. Had the chef's choice nigiri, which was excellent. more

this is my ultimate favorite sushi-ya in the Bay Area. the sushi is super ultra fresh, and they serve REAL sushi/sashimi...NOT california rolls and dragon rolls...which means their sushi doesn't come with mayonaisse & avocado! it's just fish with sea salt & lemon juice or fish with a little wasabi & soy sauce already added. perfect! more

Very popular sushi restaurant in the area. Fresh special fish sushis are musts. Omakase was generous. Service was surprisingly attentive even though the restaurant was extremely busy on the weekend. Slightly pricey but I feel the food was all worth the $$$. more

Sushi used to be better years ago. more

Best Spider Roll in town! more

best spicy tuna hand roll anywhere. the specials are always good. i especially recommend the bluefin tuna and butterfish. they're packed but the staff is always friendly. more

There is always a long line at Sushi Sam's but the sushi is worth it! The owner and main sushi chef, Sam, is really friendly and prepares the best omakase. They also have this bottle of limited edition sake call "Ku" (i think) that I haven't been able to find anywhere else. It's a bit pricey but it's a huge... more