Jo's Sushi Bar

07/10/2008 Posted by greatdiningexperince

I don't know what Maestro72x & spawn350 could be referring to? I have dined at Jo's at least a dozen times, and the experience is always one of freshness, hospitality, and the familiarity that makes one become a "regular" customer. Jo is a sushi chef in the "classic" sense, and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND the Volcano Roll or ICHIRO-LL from their maki selection, and ask Jo what he recommends. The only "one star" reviews he has received are from users who have only reviewed Jo's, not very credible. Reads more like reviews from the competition, written on successive Fridays none-the-less. Eat at Jo's!!!!

Pros: Free parking, great service.

Cons: none

04/28/2008 Posted by Maestro72x

Avoid this place or you will get the plague! The most horrific sushi I have ever endured. I wish I could give it no stars. I even joined citysearch for the first time ever to post how bad this place is. If I had sushi like this the first time, I would never EVER eat sushi again.. The only light at the end of the tunnel is that I know what AMAZING sushi is and now I know the other end of the spectrum. I think I am going to be sick... *gasp***

Pros: You get to leave in one piece.

Cons: You will be tossing pieces of yourself later in your bathroom

04/21/2008 Posted by spawn350

I went to Jo's based on the reviews here. I think that most of the people that like this place must also consider Safeway sushi to be excellent. This sushi wasn't just bad; it was painful. The selection is terrible. The fish tasted like it came out of a can. I could go on and on. I had to go get icecream to erase such a bad experience. If you want good sushi go to Zushi Puzzle, Nakid Fish, or Sushi Groove in SF. If you want to torture yourself go to Jo's.

Pros: The toilet has a bum warmer and bidet.

Cons: The food and selection.

03/25/2008 Posted by twistedsisterdee

We are a regular at Jo's Sushi bar.. by regular I mean every week. The sushi is by far the best I have ever had. The presentation is beautiful. The staff so friendly and warm I feel like I part of a family. The customers are friendly and the bar is a joyous place to eat and socialize. You will not regret your visit. Dee

Pros: to many to list

Cons: if you can't find a seat.. get there early .. fills up fast

11/04/2007 Posted by robertobob

Great sushi ! Good service ! Great occasional specials $ depending on Jo's golf score.... Tables can bi kind of close- it's not a large place !

Pros: Sushi, Atmosphere

Cons: Noise level, closeness of tables

09/25/2007 Posted by sandog80

what a great place.....my wife and I went there for a night out and it was great. Jo was great. my tea was never empty and the sake menu was the best i have ever seen. we are now regulars. for you sushi snobs out there its not the best but it fits us perfectly. go to Jo's you won't regret it.

Pros: nice tv. and great service

Cons: the bar is really small

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09/20/2007 Posted by ubstu

Moved from the city out to the burbs and was hoping to find a good sushi restaurant. This definetly is not it. The sushi is average at best, and overpriced.

Pros: None

Cons: $$$$$

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07/31/2007 Posted by godslilewe

Part of what makes going to a sushi bar such a great experience is the company...aside from a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere and delicious food, our absolute favorite part of the night was chatting with the great guys behind the bar--one young man in particular who will be leaving for Japan in September to study taiko...so you should definitely try to stop by Jo's before he leaves! Great sushi AND eye candy- can't beat that!

Pros: awesome sushi, great price, fun people!

07/12/2007 Posted by cer225

The sushi was very fresh, but if you are used to the huge and creative selection of rolls you get at a lot of sushi places in the Bay Area, you will be dissapointed. Mostly basics here. Pretty expensive as well. Very tasty food though, and probably closer to authentic Japanese.

Pros: fast service, good fresh sushi

Cons: poor selection, expensive

03/15/2007 Posted by scoobydu1969

I live in Oakland, and I have established a few favorite sushi bars in Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda. But my work brought me out to Morello Avenue in Pleasant Hill, and a co-worker recommended Jo's Sushi for the expertise of the sushi chef & owner (Jo) and described the place as a "hidden gem." SO TRUE! I watched hoops on the TV, ate the "butteriest" nigiri, and spoke with the owner about how he became so popular with the people of Contra Costa county. Finally, the one thing that will amaze you is they have the most FANTASTIC bathroom in restaurant history. No kidding.

Pros: Best Sushi, HD TV, Great Service, Shockingly clean & comfortable bathroom

Cons: None