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Yonsei Handrolls - OaklandB+
1738 Telegraph Ave, Oakland, CA 94612
· Sushi restaurant
· Downtown Oakland
Creative handrolls with crisp nori and high-quality fish in a cozy Uptown room; great flavor variety, but portions run small and a 4% operations fee plus service pace can frustrate.
Our take
Yonsei Handrolls delivers competitive quality through exceptional fish and crispy nori, supported by warm, knowledgeable service. However, inconsistent execution—particularly mushy rice and soggy nori on kitchen rolls—prevents a higher grade, while tight seating and uncomfortable bar stools limit the overall experience. Worth visiting for creative handrolls and pre-show convenience, though expect occasional service pacing delays.
One caveat: Pacing between handrolls can be slow; water and refills sometimes lag
Standout dishes
- Salmon Belly handroll (truffle salt, yuzu)
- Black Cod & Truffle Butter handroll
- Snow Crab handroll
What people love
- Crisp nori and clean seasoning that let fish shine
- Playful touches like truffle salt and shiso
- Attentive staff who steer you to favorites
Opening Hours
Monday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30
Tuesday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30
Wednesday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30
Thursday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30
Friday11:30–15:00, 17:00–21:30
Saturday17:00–21:30
Sunday17:00–21:30
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