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Yoshi'sB+

510 Embarcadero West, Oakland, CA 94607 · Japanese restaurant, Asian restaurant, Bar · Jack London Square

Destination jazz club with solid contemporary Japanese fare; great shows, occasional service and seating frustrations, prices in line with a night out.

Why this grade

Yoshi's delivers a compelling dinner-and-show experience with solid food quality anchored by standout items like the Kurobuta pork chop and fresh sushi, plus attentive service that enhances the evening. However, inconsistent execution on peak nights—including sushi delays and occasional quality dips—and cramped seating during sold-out shows prevent it from reaching higher territory. The intimate venue and strong destination appeal make it worth visiting for the complete experience, despite operational bottlenecks.

One caveat: Pricing aligns with a destination night out; sticker shock possible for casual diners

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Opening Hours

Monday16:30–21:00 Tuesday16:30–21:00 Wednesday16:30–21:00 Thursday16:30–21:00 Friday16:30–22:30 Saturday16:30–22:30 Sunday16:30–21:00
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