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Bushido
Bushido Izakaya offers Silicon Valley diners the best of Japanese izakaya dining- an integral part of Japanese restaurant culture where people come together at casual “watering holes” to drink and enjoy unique small plates and authentic offerings that are satisfying for one or perfect to share.
Specializing in unique Japanese "small plates', grilled Yakitori Skewers, highest quality Sashimi, Katsu, satisfying Ramen dishes, and select Sushi; Bushido serves authentic dishes with modern flair. Our flavors are perfectly balanced to complement our homey, izakaya roots while featuring the freshest of local ingredients; with a strong emphasis on sustainable seafood. The result is a menu that is in harmony with the seasons, the environment, and the palate.
Full Bar with Happy Hour Specials 5-7 pm
Private Room & Outside Catering with Bento Box Lunches a Specialty
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Specializing in unique Japanese "small plates', grilled Yakitori Skewers, highest quality Sashimi, Katsu, satisfying Ramen dishes, and select Sushi; Bushido serves authentic dishes with modern flair. Our flavors are perfectly balanced to complement our homey, izakaya roots while featuring the freshest of local ingredients; with a strong emphasis on sustainable seafood. The result is a menu that is in harmony with the seasons, the environment, and the palate.
Full Bar with Happy Hour Specials 5-7 pm
Private Room & Outside Catering with Bento Box Lunches a Specialty
57 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 57 reviews
5 stars
(16)
4 stars
(26)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(6)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(25)
- neighborhood gem(20)
- good for groups(14)
- great for lunch(9)
- special occasion(9)
- great for outdoor dining(4)
Bushido Reviews List
Review 1 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Really cute sushi restaurant!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Was visiting PA area with my boyfriend, it was Mother's Day so most restaurants were booked. I had a conference that ran late so we were keen to eat somewhere nearby but delicious. Bushido had a great menu - seafood and Asian flair (recommend the 3 mushroom fried rice and spicy edamame!). We were lucky enough to score an outside table and our server was kind enough to put the heat lamp on. Overall the service was fantastic and I would definitely recommend eating here!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great service but iffy food quality
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Japanese style tapas ia very conducive to a romantic dinner as each of the dishes is meant for sharing.
Unfortunately, the food did not live up to our expectations. It was either too salty or it was too bland. There didn't seem to be much in between.
The fried calamari was nicely crunchy but rather tasteless without the mustard dipping sauce as was the chicken karaage. Fortunately, we had plenty of salty sauce that we scraped off the bacon mochi okonomiyaki and the Kuromitsu Beef, which were delicious but drowning in too much of the sweet salty sauce.
The sashimi sampler was good, but one of the fish which should have been delicate was decidedly fishy, so we questioned the freshness."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: romantic
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Review 3 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went with the specials of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went with the specials of the night, which I rarely do.
Excellent choice in restaurants and in food."
Excellent choice in restaurants and in food."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food was pretty ordinary
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was pretty ordinary and not worth the drive or trouble finding a parking spot."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2007
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Review 5 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nothing Extraordinary, but Good.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Came here on a date-night, and had a decent experience. Although the food and service were good, I wouldn't say that it was extraordinary. A couple of the items on the menu (particularly the 3-Mushroom Fried Rice & Miso-Glazed Cod) were a hit, and the bar offered a nice variety of drinks (for those that drink, since I don't). The server was nice and friendly, and seemed to be experienced, as he didn't write anything down when we ordered (and didn't make any errors). The spot is somewhere between casual & upscale Japanese, but it is a good place to spend a casual evening w/ a few friends or family."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The menu is not extensive
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The menu is not extensive but is creative. The seating is roomy and comfy and the ambiance is relaxing. The reservation staff has accomodated my request for a corner table to allow the kids more room to walk around."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 7 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Simply awesome from the the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Simply awesome from the the great owner to the magnificent staff. We have been going there since they opened and every visit is a new inspiring culinary delight for us.Took a friend there last night who had been plannig to go there for 3 years..Now he is hooked...the beef tongue; Kim Chi pork belly, sake..you name it and there's everything to satisfy any palate."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 8 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The food was overpriced and
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was overpriced and mediocre at best. My friends had the Valentine's Day prix fixe menu and felt that their steak was overcooked. This was just average Japanese food. I would not recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
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Review 9 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Except for the green dragon
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Except for the green dragon roll, the food was less than wonderful."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2004
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Review 10 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Incredible flavors, incredible
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Incredible flavors, incredible service. You will love it! We certainly did."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 11 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Eclectic menu (good selection
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Eclectic menu (good selection of basics too) with great happy hour specials. Not your normal suhshi place. Food was great, service very good, even with a full house.. Enjoyed the ‘small plates’… we will be back.."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 12 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a find! Really great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a find! Really great Izakaya food, at a reasonable price. Gyoza seems like such an ordinary dish, but here they are juicy, flavorful and beautifully crisp. Okonomiyaki doesn't show up much around here, but Bushido nails it. The kurubota pork buns may copy NY's Momofuko, but they are at least as good. And the white chocolate - green tea fondue was the perfect ending. Go!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Thumbs up for Bushido
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food and Service are really great!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Bushido's the Best!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bushido has an interesting and unusual menu, and the warm wait staff knows the food and drinks and what to recommend. We have been there twice and attempted to order something different each time. We were not disappointed--everything we ate was delicious and perfectly prepared. We have had two of the three okonomiyaki dishes, which are a house specialty, and they rock. They describe it as a Japanese savory pancake, but they're so much more. They're flavorful, rich, and delicate.
They also have a great drink list. I loved the sake sangria.
We ended our meal with the green tea and white chocolate fondue with fresh fruit. Save room for this!"
They also have a great drink list. I loved the sake sangria.
We ended our meal with the green tea and white chocolate fondue with fresh fruit. Save room for this!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb Japanese cuisine.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Superb Japanese cuisine. Authentic!!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Castro Street in Mountain
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Castro Street in Mountain View has excellent restaurants. This one does not fit that category."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2008
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Review 17 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
nice place for conversation
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"lunch was nice: simple but tasty menu. prompt competent service and quiet to enable conversation."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2002
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 18 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A good meal... worth a try
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Bushido was an excellent experience. We ate there on a Wednesday, so the restaurant was not crowded and the service was excellent.
The menu has a good range of options with different Izakaya options - small plates to be shared around. We ordered a range of dishes - the sashimi was fresh and delicious and the beef sukiyaki was interesting and tasty. The best dish was the three mushroom fried rice - wonderful. We had never had okonomiyaki (japanese pancake) before and tried it - it was good, though probably not something that we would order again (personal choice, nothing wrong with the dish itself as far as I could make out)
Overall it was a great combination of excellent food and service at a pretty decent price. Worth a try."
The menu has a good range of options with different Izakaya options - small plates to be shared around. We ordered a range of dishes - the sashimi was fresh and delicious and the beef sukiyaki was interesting and tasty. The best dish was the three mushroom fried rice - wonderful. We had never had okonomiyaki (japanese pancake) before and tried it - it was good, though probably not something that we would order again (personal choice, nothing wrong with the dish itself as far as I could make out)
Overall it was a great combination of excellent food and service at a pretty decent price. Worth a try."
Dined on 01/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 19 for Bushido
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a business lunch here;
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a business lunch here; it was perfect.
Friendly service, good quality food (even if the portions were slightly small).
Plan to return for a lunch/dinner soon."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Bushido
Based on the average of (38) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
2 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic