Coach Sushi

06/01/09

Good sushi, fun staff

by CSMobileUser at Citysearch

My wife and I visited on a Saturday after taking in a movie, around 6p. The place is small, but wasn't too packed at this point. We decided to sit at the bar nonetheless, prefering to be close to the chefs and see the fish firsthand. Since it wasn't too busy, the staff were joking around, and we played along making the short wait for our food go by quickly.

We had the sushi combo, which included yellowtail, two types of tuna, a California roll, salmon, and shrimp. All the fish was fresh, and the pieces of good size. I also ordered herring, expecting something like the raw herring one can get all over in Holland. It was cooked, and disappointing. (Should have asked.)

Overall, though pricier than Get-a, another local sushi place, I'd say it was worth it.

09/22/08

Great Food, Great Service

by berkeleyerika at Citysearch

Went here for the first time this past week. Food was served quickly and was fresh and tasty. Can't wait to return!

• Pros: service was great
• Cons: parking is difficult to find

12/01/06

Old world charm & service. Always-flowing sake!

by dianedarling at Citysearch

A visit here is like dinner with dear old friends. Coach and his wife must have time-traveled to Lake Merrit direct from ancient Japanse palaces. Regular clients get their own wooden sushi drinking box -- decorated and displayed on the walls. Watch out! Coach is fond of sneaking up and refilling sake when your eyes are turned. The fish is superb, and new menu items appear monthly. Last night Japanese sweet potato was among our tempura items. Fabulous! Since discovering Coach, we won't go anywhere else.

• Pros: Service, menu variety, location (on Lake Merrit, right off highway exit)