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Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Irasshaimase!!
Welcome to Shiki Bistro in San Carlos!! With its downtown San Carlos location, Shiki Bistro has quickly become a customer favorite by integrating a full bar into its metro modern Japanese atmosphere. Not satisfied to rest on prior achievements, Shiki strives to push the limits of what people have come to expect from a restaurant by sending traditional Japanese cuisine into altogether new territory. Stay on the cusp of fine dining with our Chef's Specials menu, constantly refined and revised by customer responses and our chef's newest brilliant creations. Nestled in the friendly Laurel Street shopping area, Shiki Bistro is proud to host the community's business meetings, celebrations, and daily dining.
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Welcome to Shiki Bistro in San Carlos!! With its downtown San Carlos location, Shiki Bistro has quickly become a customer favorite by integrating a full bar into its metro modern Japanese atmosphere. Not satisfied to rest on prior achievements, Shiki strives to push the limits of what people have come to expect from a restaurant by sending traditional Japanese cuisine into altogether new territory. Stay on the cusp of fine dining with our Chef's Specials menu, constantly refined and revised by customer responses and our chef's newest brilliant creations. Nestled in the friendly Laurel Street shopping area, Shiki Bistro is proud to host the community's business meetings, celebrations, and daily dining.
36 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 36 reviews
5 stars
(8)
4 stars
(19)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(17)
- fit for foodies(14)
- good for groups(12)
- kid-friendly(11)
- special occasion(7)
- hot spot(5)
Shiki Bistro - San Carlos Reviews List
Review 1 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent Sushi Night!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were celebrating a birthday and Mother's Day and were very well taken care of. Super service, delicious rolls and Miso Soup. Wonderful and we will definitely return again! Thank you!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
This was one of the worst
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was one of the worst dining experience I have ever has!!!1. The salad and soup were delivered before the appetizer2. Half way through the salad the diner was delivered3. I order Tempura with NY Steak and by the time we got around to eating it! It was "Stone Cold".We had so many plates on are table it looked like we were selling china at Macys and the only thing the did not serve after the dinner was dessert. Fortunely we did not order desert.If you are late for the theater this is the place to go but unfortunately there are no theaters in San Carlos. I would not recommend Shiki Bistro to my worst enemy!!!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2005
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Review 3 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My second time there and will
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"My second time there and will go again. I hope you found that I really did go."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Shiki is our go to sushi place.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Shiki is our go to sushi place. The ambiance is nice, the menu great and the service friendly. Love the Tuna Tataki!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 5 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We came here with a group
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We came here with a group of 17- they had a great group spot so we could all sit together and they had really fantastic service. The server was really helpful in helping us decide the best way to split the check as we ordered which helped avoid confusion later. Really prompt arrival of the food which was fresh and delicious. They have a wonderful happy hour."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Shiki Bistro is a solid place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Shiki Bistro is a solid place with good food and a fair wine list. This is my "go to" for sushi on a week night."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2008
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Review 7 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This place honored our request
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place honored our request of having the large table in the back for our group birthday party of 11. The waiter was great and the food was delicious!"
Dined on 03/24/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 8 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Bad, bad, bad service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Started with a 7:15 reservation, which they did not honor due to seating walk ins prior to us. Finally got seated 25 mins after our reservation. We're given water. Didn't see our waitress for another 20+ minutes and unable to get anyone else's attention. They brought us a wrong order which took another 5-10 mins to get waitresses attention. Never checked on again and had to ask for bill. Beyond underwhelmed with the service and bad attitude of host. No longer will be going there."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
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Review 9 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
If you love sushi..
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love the sushi at Shiki Bistro in San Carlos! I would recommend it to anyone who likes sushi. It's a really clean and nice place. The ambiance their is great. I go their as often as I can."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We often eat at Shiki Bistro.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We often eat at Shiki Bistro. Our last visit found it to be as busy as it was when it first opened. The food is good, the service fast, especially for sushi. However the atmosphere was very loud with many small children making much of the noise. It may have been just coincidence that so many were there on the same Friday night, it made the experience less 'bistro-like' and more family restaurant, not that there is anything wrong with that."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First-Time Diner Surprised
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I was looking for a new sushi restaurant to try and Shiki Bistro was highly recommended. I've tried a few in the area and have been disappointed by the lack of freshness that the sushi was seved so close to lunch time. I was not disappointed a bit by Shiki Bistro. However, I was surprised by the variety of rolls offered and that the waiter was polite and eager to share his favorites with us. (I highly recommend the LION KING roll!)
One of the things I noticed right away once we were served was how fresh the sushi smelled and even better, how fresh it tasted! What a concept! :)
I can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 02/28/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 12 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had great service, the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had great service, the food was very fresh and full of flavor and we will definetly go back."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 13 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Fresh fish in a fresh setting
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We come to Shiki Bistro regularly for the unusually creative and fresh sushi and the fun neighborhood atmosphere. Nice sake and cocktails. The special rolls are fun. Service is friendly and usually avoids hitches, although when busy they can get off kilter."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2000
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food is always good, service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food is always good, service is great, great place for dinner."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
beautiful restaurant with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"beautiful restaurant with great lighting, pretty decor, comfy booths, flexible areas for group seating and fun-looking bar. the menu was sizeable and most everything was delicious for the 4 of us. we really liked the tuna with black sesame seeds tataki, salmon wrapped scallops small plates. the duck with sweet potatoe was intriguing but not so tasty. the rolls were really good, esp the 49-er roll.
service was efficient and timely. but for such a nice up-scale looking restaurant, i wished that our waiter had a little more personality to offer some suggestions since this was one of the first times we had been to this restaurant. that would have made it a more "wow" experience."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Shiki Bistro - San Carlos
Based on the average of (21) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic