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Sasa, Walnut Creek, CA

Sasa

4.5
4.5
2214 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
7:30 pm
Booked 37 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Healthy
Sasa is a Japanese inspired restaurant in Walnut Creek. Izakaya Restaurants are traditional small plate restaurants where friends go to have a drink and unwind after a long day. Situated in the historic 100 year old building that for many years housed the Walnut Creek Meat Market, this architectural jewel has been transformed into a ambiance that wows and invites guests to stay and enjoy the dining experience at SASA. Chef Philip Yang prepare Japanese influenced dishes from around the world. The staff welcomes you into their house and offers up comfort, hospitality and fun. The restaurant includes a full bar with a large Sake selection, outdoor patio, sushi bar and a commitment to fresh local seasonal faire.

*Note: Personal wines welcome, a $20 corkage fee will apply per bottle. Dessert plating fee of $2.50 per person for outside desserts. Please note Sasa has patio seating that is enclosed and heated.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Japanese Speciality
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (925) 546-5323
  • Website
    http://www.sasawc.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Philip Yang
  • Catering
    Sasa Restaurant combines seasonal menu selections, flawless service, and attentive planning to create a truly memorable event. From business luncheons to stunning weddings and formal events, we offer the inspiration, attention to detail, and culinary creativity that will make your moment shine. Planning an event doesn’t need to be stressful. Let us help. Our Event Coordinator, Naraa at catering@sasawc.com, will help with all the details that make this day special.
  • Location
    1432 N. Main Street, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
  • Area
    Walnut Creek
  • Cross Street
    Cypress
  • Parking details
    Two Blocks away on Main St. Broadway Point Garage @ the Bank of America has free 3 hour parking. Broadway Parking Garage on Broadway has plenty of parking and is . $1.25 per hour.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

In the Raw

  • Tuna Parfait*USD 24.00

    crispy rice cake / avocado / crème fraiche / tobiko

    • Citrus Hamachi*USD 22.00

      pink peppercorn / shiso / citrus dressing

      • Seared Albacore*USD 24.00

        jalapeno / cucumber / red onion / crispy garlic / truffle ponzu

        • Sashimi Omakase*USD 35.00

          chef's freshest selection of six varieties

          • Chirashi Bowl*USD 37.00

            assortment of fresh sashimi / sushi rice / furikake

            Nigiri

            • Amaebi*

              canadian sweet shrimp

              • 2pcUSD 16.00

            • Bano Ika*

              squid

              • 2pcUSD 7.00

            • Ebi

              pacific blue prawn

              • 2pcUSD 8.00

            • Hamachi*

              japanese yellowtail

              • 2pcUSD 13.00

            • Hotate*

              hokkaido scallop

              • 2pcUSD 12.00

            • Ikura*

              alaskan salmon roe

              • 2pcUSD 10.00

            • Inari

              tofu

              • 2pcUSD 7.00

            • Maguro*

              yellow fin tuna

              • 2pcUSD 13.00

            • Piri-Kara Hotate*

              spicy scallops

              • 2pcUSD 14.00

            • Saba*

              mackerel

              • 2pcUSD 8.00

            • Sake*

              cured scottish salmon

              • 2pcUSD 12.00

            • Shiro Maguro*

              albacore tuna

              • 2pcUSD 11.00

            • Ninniku Shiro*

              garlic albacore tuna

              • 2pcUSD 12.00

            • Tai*

              red snapper

              • 2pcUSD 13.00

            • Tako

              octopus

              • 2pcUSD 10.00

            • Tamago

              organic sweet omelet

              • 2pcUSD 8.00

            • Tobiko*

              flying fish roe

              • 2pcUSD 10.00

            • Unagi

              grilled fresh water eel

              • 2pcUSD 12.00

            Sashimi

            • Hamachi*

              japanese yellowtail

              • 3pcUSD 19.00
              • 5pcUSD 28.00
              • 7pcUSD 35.00

            • Hotate*

              hokkaido scallop

              • 3pcUSD 17.00
              • 5pcUSD 25.00
              • 7pcUSD 32.00

            • Maguro*

              yellow fin tuna

              • 3pcUSD 19.00
              • 5pcUSD 28.00
              • 7pcUSD 35.00

            • Saba*

              mackerel

              • 3pcUSD 17.00
              • 5pcUSD 25.00
              • 7pcUSD 32.00

            • Sake*

              cured scottish salmon

              • 3pcUSD 17.00
              • 5pcUSD 25.00
              • 7pcUSD 32.00

            • Shiro Maguro*

              albacore tuna

              • 3pcUSD 17.00
              • 5pcUSD 25.00
              • 7pcUSD 32.00

            • Ninniku Shiro*

              garlic albacore tuna

              • 3pcUSD 18.00
              • 5pcUSD 26.00
              • 7pcUSD 33.00

            • Tai*

              red snapper

              • 3pcUSD 19.00
              • 5pcUSD 28.00
              • 7pcUSD 35.00

            Farmer's Market

            • Cauliflower TempuraUSD 15.00

              matcha parmesan / lemon aioli

              • Field GreensUSD 12.00

                carrots / onion / cucumber/ cherry tomatoes / ginger vinaigrette

                • Agedashi TofuUSD 15.00

                  shimeji mushrooms / katsuo / negi / umami soy

                  • EggplantUSD 15.00

                    lightly fried / honey miso glaze / sweet onions / negi

                    • Kale SaladUSD 14.00

                      sonoma goat cheese / apples / candied walnuts / cranberries / umeboshi dressing

                      Robatayaki

                      (2 Skewers Per) $12

                      • Beef*

                        sesame-garlic soy / zukemono

                        • Chicken Meatballs

                          teriyaki / sesame

                          • Chicken Negi

                            salt or teriyaki

                            • Pork Belly

                              togarashi

                              Fish Market

                              • Dumplings (5)USD 21.00

                                shrimp / bay scallops / onion / spinach / spicy ponzu

                                • Miso Black CodUSD 37.00

                                  zukemono / lemon

                                  • Tempura Shrimp Lettuce Wraps (3)USD 24.00

                                    candied walnuts / sesame / honey miso aioli

                                    • Roasted Scottish Salmon*USD 25.00

                                      garlic spinach / harissa

                                      Meat Market

                                      • RibletsUSD 24.00

                                        garlic soy glaze / goma / negi

                                        • Lamb Chops* (3)USD 37.00

                                          garlic chili marinade / zukemono

                                          • Duck Buns (3)USD 26.00

                                            steamed buns / negi / pickled onion / hoisin

                                            • Steak*USD 33.00

                                              flat iron / sizzling stone / garlic spinach / ponzu

                                              • Kara-AgeUSD 18.00

                                                popcorn chicken / basil / lemon aioli

                                                • Braised Beef Short RibUSD 32.00

                                                  wasabi potato puree / carrots / pearl onions / umami jus

                                                  Sides

                                                  • Garlic EdamameUSD 9.00

                                                    garlic herb oil / sea salt

                                                    • Grilled Rice BallsUSD 9.00

                                                      soy glaze / zukemono

                                                      • Garlic RiceUSD 7.00

                                                        garlic oil / crispy garlic

                                                        Maki Mono (Roll)

                                                        • Avo-KyuUSD 8.00

                                                          avocado / cucumber / sesame seeds

                                                          • CaliforniaUSD 12.00

                                                            snow crab / avocado / sesame seeds

                                                            • Dragon*USD 25.00

                                                              tempura shrimp / crab / unagi / avocado / tobiko

                                                              • Farmer's VegetableUSD 9.00

                                                                season's best vegetables

                                                                • Geisha*USD 26.00

                                                                  hamachi / tuna / shrimp / negi / spicy cucumber relish

                                                                  • Hokkaido*USD 24.00

                                                                    salmon / scallop / crab / cucumber / tobiko / spicy sauce / chili thread

                                                                    • N. Main*USD 24.00

                                                                      albacore / crab / tempura shrimp / negi / furikake / spicy sauce

                                                                      • Rainbow*USD 26.00

                                                                        crab / avocado / freshest fish

                                                                        • Rock-N-Roll*USD 13.00

                                                                          unagi / avocado / tobiko

                                                                          • Salmon Melt*USD 25.00

                                                                            crab / avocado / negi / parmesan aioli / sasa sauce

                                                                            • Sasa*USD 25.00

                                                                              seasoned tuna / tempura shrimp / avocado / negi

                                                                              • Spicy Tuna*USD 16.00

                                                                                yellow fin tuna / greens / cucumber / garlic chili

                                                                                • SpiderUSD 15.00

                                                                                  soft shell crab / furikake / avocado / greens

                                                                                  • Walnut Creek*USD 25.00

                                                                                    soft shell crab / salmon / tuna / tobiko / furikake / negi

                                                                                    Last updated: 27 May 2022

                                                                                    What 2,214 people are saying

                                                                                    Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                                    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                                    4.5
                                                                                    4.5 based on recent ratings
                                                                                    • 4.6Food
                                                                                    • 4.4Service
                                                                                    • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                    • 4.1Value

                                                                                    Noise • Moderate

                                                                                    Loved For

                                                                                    • East Bay

                                                                                      Japanese

                                                                                    Review summary

                                                                                    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                    Sasa in Walnut Creek offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing sushi" and a "fun and friendly atmosphere." The service is often praised as "impeccable," enhancing the upscale yet cozy vibe. While some find it pricey, the ambiance, attentive staff, and diverse menu, including gluten-free options, make it memorable.

                                                                                    2,214 Reviews

                                                                                    1. Steven

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined 1 day ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We had a good time. Service was very good and the food was great. We will definitely go back.

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                                                                                    2. Ron

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      134 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      134 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 4 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      Always the best, freshest and creative rolls and nigiri sushi anywhere in the Diablo Valley. Not cheap but worth it. And Chris is a great, classy, attentive waiter who make Sasa a memorable experience

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                                                                                    3. Justin

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      7 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      2.0

                                                                                      7 reviews

                                                                                      Dined 7 days ago

                                                                                      1. Overall 2
                                                                                      2. Food 3
                                                                                      3. Service 2
                                                                                      4. Ambience 1
                                                                                      The service was frustratingly slow—our server took 10 minutes to arrive, followed by another 15 minutes just to get a cocktail. The ambiance in the back room left much to be desired. Depending on your table, it might be passable, but ours was cramped to the point where we had to physically move the table to let others pass. This was after being relocated from our first table, which was inconveniently placed right next to a constantly swinging kitchen door. The food itself was good, but with so many excellent new dining options in Walnut Creek, I doubt I’ll return for dinner. The bar is normally great, so I might consider stopping by for cocktails in the future.

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                                                                                    4. Andrew

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      29 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      29 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      One of our favorite places - food is consistently great… esp the sushi. Don’t miss the green tea crème brûlée for dessert - it’s awesome!

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                                                                                    5. angela

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      2 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on 15 November 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Fantastic!! Always a great experience at Sasa. The food is not only delicious, but beautifully plated as well. The ambience is so sexy….the dim lights, low noise level and beautiful blue water wall with bubbles floating upwards - it’s mesmerizing. And then there’s the service; it’s first class. Servers are very attentive. I always feel very well taken care of and leave feeling happier 😊

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                                                                                    6. John

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      7 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      4.0

                                                                                      7 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on 10 November 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 4
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 3
                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                      Great food and nice presentation. There on a a busy night. Service a bit slow and forgot to bring a glass of wine.

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                                                                                    7. Jeannette

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      3.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined on 3 November 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 3
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 2
                                                                                      4. Ambience 3
                                                                                      Bad service. Very slow. Server was bad at coming back for drinks. My daughter called ahead and paid for a special anniversary dessert which was not acknowledged or served.

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                                                                                    8. Tanya

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      1 review

                                                                                      Dined on 25 October 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 4
                                                                                      Our server Brandon was fantastic. One of our guests is celiac and his knowledge of the menu was thorough.

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                                                                                    9. Helena

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      4 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on 21 October 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 5
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      Thank you food is amazing - service is excellent.

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                                                                                    10. James

                                                                                      San Francisco

                                                                                      7 reviews

                                                                                      vip
                                                                                      5.0

                                                                                      7 reviews

                                                                                      Dined on 18 October 2024

                                                                                      1. Overall 5
                                                                                      2. Food 5
                                                                                      3. Service 4
                                                                                      4. Ambience 5
                                                                                      We among the few outside. It was very pleasant, but they had a propensity to forget us. Food was great, maybe a little pricey, but it was delicious! We’ll be back soon, but may try sitting inside.

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                                                                                    FAQs

                                                                                    Sasa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (925) 546-5323.

                                                                                    Sasa is rated 4.5 stars by 2214 OpenTable diners.

                                                                                    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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                                                                                    2 people
                                                                                    7:30 pm
                                                                                    Booked 37 times today

                                                                                    Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                    Google Map for Sasa

                                                                                    1432 N. Main Street, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

                                                                                    Dining areas

                                                                                    Additional information

                                                                                    • Cross Street
                                                                                      Cypress
                                                                                    • Area
                                                                                      Walnut Creek
                                                                                    • Hours of Operation
                                                                                      Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
                                                                                    • Price
                                                                                      $31 to $50
                                                                                    • Cuisines
                                                                                      Japanese, Sushi, Japanese Speciality
                                                                                    • Dining style
                                                                                      Casual Elegant
                                                                                    • Dress code
                                                                                      Smart Casual
                                                                                    • Parking details
                                                                                      Two Blocks away on Main St. Broadway Point Garage @ the Bank of America has free 3 hour parking. Broadway Parking Garage on Broadway has plenty of parking and is . $1.25 per hour.
                                                                                    • Payment Options
                                                                                      AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                    • Executive Chef
                                                                                      Philip Yang
                                                                                    • Additional
                                                                                      Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                    • Website
                                                                                      http://www.sasawc.com/
                                                                                    • Phone number
                                                                                      (925) 546-5323
                                                                                    • Catering
                                                                                      Sasa Restaurant combines seasonal menu selections, flawless service, and attentive planning to create a truly memorable event. From business luncheons to stunning weddings and formal events, we offer the inspiration, attention to detail, and culinary creativity that will make your moment shine. Planning an event doesn’t need to be stressful. Let us help. Our Event Coordinator, Naraa at catering@sasawc.com, will help with all the details that make this day special.
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