KABUTO ***

I went to Kabuto about ten years ago when it was on the North side of Geary and I remember it being very traditional, in fact, I don't even think they had spicy tuna rolls. It was a place to get nigiri, but I could be wrong. Apparently, that chef is gone and their current forte is sushi. This time we went for A's b-day and I'll definitely return. Loved the strong liver taste of the monkfish liver sushi. The 1849 Oysters has everything but the kitchen sink, an Miyagi with uni, ikura, masago, quail egg yolk and gold leaf. Get again: Monkfish liver, Foie Gras, 1849 Oysters.

We had uni as nigiri and as a special sushi, in both versions the uni was very mild, so I'd pass on their uni. Next time try the cooked dishes, I spied the Japanese family next to me chowing down on some izakaya type offerings.

SEBO***'

I was lucky enough to join some sushi expert friends for omakase at Sebo on a weeknight. We arrived for the first seating of the night so it was relatively quiet, only three or four parties in the house. The first thing that struck me was the very warm decor of the place, lots of cherry wood paneling and low lighting. A comfortable place for a long relaxed meal with friends. Sitting at the bar, we started with some sashimi before moving on to some interesting nigiri. The quality and variety of the fish was excellent as was the Japanese sushi chef. He was very friendly, carefully describing each piece and tailoring the meal to impress us. We will definitely return.


Hayes at Octavia

Sacramento

Sacramento Eats - Mikuni's, New Station, New Hong Kong Wok, New Canton.

New Station - Giant Clam; New Canton - Steamed Striped Bass, Scallops with "Macadamia" Nuts, Mango Tapioca Dessert; Mikuni's - Peter 2 Roll with deep fried shrimp, crab salad, spicy tuna, avocado, masago, spicy sauces, Sashimi Plate.

SUSHI KING**'

Sushi King

Don Quixote Supermarket***

Don Quixote - Sashimi: Ahi, Hamachi and Salmon