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Ozumo - Oakland
Ozumo, contemporary Japanese cuisine with Oakland's largest sushi bar, sake lounge and full bar with a nightly DJ. Ozumo serves classic Japanese cuisine along with it's own original creations. Ozumo has 3 private dining rooms and chef counter seating as well.
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125 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 125 reviews
5 stars
(44)
4 stars
(62)
3 stars
(15)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(65)
- vibrant bar scene(61)
- good for groups(54)
- special occasion(52)
- hot spot(45)
- neighborhood gem(36)
Ozumo - Oakland Reviews List
Review 1 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Too Loud!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I love Ozumo ever since it opened up, but the noise level has tripled since they removed a diving wall between two serving rooms.
Now i have to yell to my waiter and vice versa."
Now i have to yell to my waiter and vice versa."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Have been to Ozumo before
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Have been to Ozumo before and enjoyed it very much. This time was no exception. The food is consistently good-innovative and delicious. The service is attentive and knowledgeable. My brother and family, from out of town, and my 102 year old mother all had a memorable time."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Having eaten in the San Francisco
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Having eaten in the San Francisco location, I had high expectations. I was disappointed, the service was OK but there was nothing exceptional about this restaurant, Food was ok but again not great."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2004
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Review 4 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
There were five of us. WE
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"There were five of us. WE ordered a small plate to share with cocktails, and for dinner ordered two salads and four main dishes: two ribs, one chicken and one sukiyaki. Our bill, divided by five, was not nearly as much as I thought it would be. High prices had been mentioned in every review I had read. The salads were good, not spectacular, but the ribs and chicken dishes were great. Sukiyaki
was good. I definitely will return, though maybe not on a Friday night. It was quite noisy. The Monday sushi special is something
to which I'm looking forward."
was good. I definitely will return, though maybe not on a Friday night. It was quite noisy. The Monday sushi special is something
to which I'm looking forward."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 5 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ythey took down a separating
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ythey took down a separating wall so its extra loud"
Dined on 04/15/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 6 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I really liked this restaurant.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I really liked this restaurant. The food, music and ambient was overall very good. Hightly recommended."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 7 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I don't like how they took
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I don't like how they took down the wall separating the two areas because now it is 3 times as loud. But the food still rocks, now it's just too noisy!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything is perfect but
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Everything is perfect but the noise. We could hardly hear each other at dinner. I have not found that at lunch. It may have been where we were sitting on an upper landing."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 9 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
too Noisy for an Intimate Dinner
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Noise from the bar made it difficult to have a good conversation"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 10 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ozumo does not disappoint!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ozumo does not disappoint. Food and drinks are always fun and delicious. This is a hot spot for downtown Oakland, but us "older folks" can really enjoy it as well. Service is attentive and the staff remembers regulars.This has become a standard for us."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 11 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
First of all, the prices on
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First of all, the prices on wine are obscene. Second, while the presentation of the dishes is gorgeous, the flavors are too often bland. The tuna tartare was okay, although the wasabi was badly integrated. But the duck confit dumplings were a bore and the squid tough and uninteresting in flavor. The service was amateurish, our waiter dumping a beer from the tray, disappearing for far too long, but returning occasionally to drizzle his annoyingly obsequious palaver over us. I'm 70 years old and he kelp calling me "Miss". Yuck."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2001
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Review 12 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
To be at place for the first
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"To be at place for the first time my wife and I really felt like we had been there before.your waiter was great and your manager Vincent,was super great. (Even if he is a Raider fan.) Vincent,you made our wedding anniversary,a very very special evening. We thank you so much."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 13 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time there....(plenty
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time there....(plenty of recommendations from friends and family). Hip place, nice interior style. Friendly staff. Good food. BFF & I stayed and at the bar because it felt right (although we had dinner reservations). Enjoyed the DJ spinning music. Will definitely bring back hubby...he will enjoy the rib appetizer & music for sure!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, hot spot
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Review 14 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ozumo is actually pretty good
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ozumo is actually pretty good (food and ambiance). It is a little pricey thought. I'd go back."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My father who "doesn't like
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My father who "doesn't like japanese food" had a wonderful time here tonight. He said the steak he ate was "elegant" and when the busser took my plate and immediately wiped up my spilled drops of soy sauce, my mother said: "now this, is a restaurant." Needless to say, the sake went down easy, the food was delicious, and we had a great time. We will definitely be back."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 16 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service did not approach the bar set by the food or room. I'd go back just to try to get a more attentive server."
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Review 17 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
food was a bit salty for my
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"food was a bit salty for my taste. i had the special skewers and while tasty the chicken was a bit dry and the beef a bit tough."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2004
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Review 18 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best in Class in Fresh Sashimi
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The sashimi was the freshest I have had in the Bay, and the sake was recommended and explained by our waiter, authentically presented, and tasted divine when warmed."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 19 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I have been to Ozumo for lundh
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have been to Ozumo for lundh a number of times and the food and service are always very good. It is a great place for a business lunch as it is not noisy and the tables are not too close together so a private conversation can be held."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a great time, food was
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a great time, food was excellent, my guest was very pleased. However, we were very disappointed when we,re told to leave because of another reservation within the next ten minutes. This was immediately followed when we decided to pass on the dessert. We were on that table for about 1-1/2 hours and spend closed to $300. My guest (World famous artist) thought that was ruded and unprofessional when other table around us were empty.
This type of services will cause us to patronized the Ozumo-San Francisco instead."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2005
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Decent-but wait staff...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Bar area was packed but we sat in the back at a table but still waited a very long time for our waitress to take our order."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 22 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Server was friendly but inattentive
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Server was friendly but inattentive - did not delete a charge he had promised to delete, did not inform us that one of the items we ordered was unavailable (until we asked, after 30 minutes, why it had not been served), no refills on water (without asking)."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2007
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Review 23 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
They are good what they do,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"They are good what they do, no need for changes.Thank You!Raleigh Wong"
Dined on 02/04/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 24 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Late Night Treasure
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a great time late night after a show at the Paramount. Overall experience was great. We would definitely go back. Great prices, Expecially for sushi."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, hot spot
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Review 25 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ozumo could have more selection
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Ozumo could have more selection for diner otherwise it would have been a great restaurant."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 26 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Enjoyable food. BUT Made
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyable food.
BUT
Made my reservation on OpenTable for lunch with my wife on her birthday. We needed to eat a late lunch so we booked for 1:45. We arrived a few minutes early and the restaurant was mostly empty (though clearly would be energetic were it full). When we were sat we were told the kitchen was closing in 15 minutes and we needed to order everything we wanted right away. I was fairly annoyed, I booked a reservation, they confirmed it, nobody ever warned me that we'd be rushed out when we sat. Especially with sushi we like to order a course or two, see how we feel, and order a course or two more. We ordered what we felt we'd want and figured we'd just find another restaurant to finish our meal at if we left hungry."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2009
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Review 27 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very good. Bar is energetic,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good. Bar is energetic, matched with a somewhat serine and elegant restaurant."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 28 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fab Sushi:look @ the fine print tho
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Lovely restaurant. We went for their Monday night sushi special $30 each. Fabulous deal due to the economy I'm sure! It was excellent; fresh crab, lovely pork belly. Only downside was we sat at sushi bar and manager told our waitress to tell us to leave as we had overstayed the 1 hour limiit. Didn't know there was one; turns out it is fine print on the menu at the sushi bar. Waitress apologized and was lovely. I can see if they were totally full and people waiting but when we left the robata bar had noone sitting at it (15 seats at least) and sushi bar (where we were seated at least 24 seats) had about 9 or 10 seats open.
I think that was not necessary and was a turn-off but the price and quality will bring us back."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 29 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Gluten Free
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had a lovely and delish celebration dinner with two of our grown children during restaurant week. My husband, son and daughter totally enjoyed the prix fixe menu. I eat gluten free so ordered off the regular dinner menu. The Ozuma staff is extremely accommodating to those who eat gluten free. I really appreciate it. Thanks so much!"
Dined on 01/21/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 30 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Sushi was good but overpriced.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Sushi was good but overpriced. Tried a couple of the other menu items and they were just ok. Think they try to do much fusion, should just stick to sushi. Good for a special occasion when you want to splurge on specialty rolls. Too many servers."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
They could not find our reservation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They could not find our reservation, even after they called the day be for to confirm our reservation."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went to Ozumo as part of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went to Ozumo as part of Oakland's Dine About Town. For most of our group the set menu was just fine. But, one of our group is a vegetarian, and much to our surprise, there wasn't a vegetarian option available. However, the manager Vincent was just terrific in providing an entree for her - even though the Dine About Town menu does specify "no substitutions." We really want to thank him for his flexibility.
The food, too, was outstanding - fabulous - and different flavors - with everything we ordered. And, the portions were very generous. I'm a good eater, but I ended up giving quite a bit of my meal to my husband!"
The food, too, was outstanding - fabulous - and different flavors - with everything we ordered. And, the portions were very generous. I'm a good eater, but I ended up giving quite a bit of my meal to my husband!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 33 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had the pre fixed dinner for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had the pre fixed dinner for Oakland restaurant week. Excellent food and srevice. Marion"
Dined on 01/23/2013
2009
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Review 34 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
2013 Restaurant Week dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went for Restaurant Week. Very nice, minimalist decor. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. The squash soup was uninspired though the salad was tasty. The sashimi and sushi were superb, beautifully presented, with less rice and more flavor than elsewhere. The chicken was dry on the outside and flavorless (?not brined?) but the accomapanying vegies and reduction sauce made up for it. The Nieman Ranch short ribs, surprisingly, lacked flavor too but, once again, the vegies and reduction sauce were great. The pumpkin apple dessert was superb. Although we felt a bit rushed as plates were removed while we were still eating, we were impressed with the service and the staff's knowledge of everything from the ingredients to the sakes."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 35 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Place if you're looking
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Place if you're looking for Good Sushi this is the place in Oakland I would recommend everyone to try this place."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 36 for Ozumo - Oakland
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Pass
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Drinks were good. Food was very average and under-seasoned. Dessert was not good. Considering plum and flora are right down the street, I can't say I would come back if I was in the area."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Ozumo - Oakland
Based on the average of (89) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
7 out of 7 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic