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Jo's Sushi prides itself on picking out the freshest fish. Sushi Chef & Owner Jo Wu is very discriminating when deciding what to serve to his customers, most of whom are regular patrons at the sushi bar. Upon entering Jo's you will always be greeted with a smile. Our menu offers Authentic Japanese items including "homemade" gyoza (pot stickers) and Yajinasu (grilled eggplant), Nabemono (one-pot dishes), delicious entrees, a renowned selection of nigiri & sashimi. Popular rolls include the Volcano Roll, Bubba Gump Roll, and "seasonal" nigiri includes Needlefish, Spanish Mackerel, and Red Snapper to name a few. Our staff provides friendly service to compliment a dining experience rated among the highest in the Bay area. One reviewer is quoted as saying, "As with almost every sushi bar, familiarity breeds affection. Being a regular has its rewards." We look forward to your first visit.
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Top Sentiments among Jo's Sushi Bar Reviewers
Typical sushi restaurant
Fresh raw fishes
Fantastic asparagus roll
Typical Japanese fare
Nice sake selection
Spicy tuna roll
Perfect rice texture
Perfect flavor
Great specials
Best katsu kare
Customer Reviews (18 reviews)
skillit
on Citysearch Jan 09, 2009The headline I added pretty much sums up my experience at "Jo's Sushi" restaurant". I read other reviews and thought that those people with negative oppinions just had different prefrences when it came to sushi.... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 20, 2008Jo's is one of the best sushi bars in the East Bay area. it is a fairly young crowd and thats why me and my roomates love going there to eat... (more)
greatdiningexperince
on Citysearch Jul 09, 2008I don't know what Maestro72x & spawn350 could be referring to? I have dined at Jo's at least a dozen times, and the experience is always one of freshness, hospitality, and the familiarity that makes one become a... (more)
Maestro72x
on Citysearch Apr 27, 2008Avoid this place or you will get the plague! The most horrific sushi I have ever endured. I wish I could give it no stars. I even joined citysearch for the first time ever to post how bad this place is. If I had sushi like... (more)
spawn350
on Citysearch Apr 20, 2008I went to Jo's based on the reviews here. I think that most of the people that like this place must also consider Safeway sushi to be excellent. This sushi wasn't just bad; it was painful. The selection is terrible.... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Apr 16, 2008Wow, who knew great sushi was in Pleasant Hill! This place is fun and friendly plus the sushi is top notch! The spicy tuna is a must....I ... (more)
twistedsisterdee
on Citysearch Mar 24, 2008We are a regular at Jo's Sushi bar.. by regular I mean every week. The sushi is by far the best I have ever had. The presentation is beautiful. The staff so friendly and warm I feel like I part of a family. The customers are... (more)
robertobob
on Citysearch Nov 03, 2007Great sushi ! Good service ! Great occasional specials $ depending on Jo's golf score.... Tables can bi kind of close- it's not a large place ! (more)
sandog80
on Citysearch Sep 24, 2007what a great place.....my wife and I went there for a night out and it was great. Jo was great. my tea was never empty and the sake menu was the best i have ever seen. we are now regulars. for you sushi snobs out there its not... (more)
ubstu
on Citysearch Sep 19, 2007Moved from the city out to the burbs and was hoping to find a good sushi restaurant. This definetly is not it. The sushi is average at best, and overpriced. (more)
godslilewe
on Citysearch Jul 30, 2007Part of what makes going to a sushi bar such a great experience is the company...aside from a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere and delicious food, our absolute favorite part of the night was chatting with the great guys... (more)
cer225
on Citysearch Jul 11, 2007The sushi was very fresh, but if you are used to the huge and creative selection of rolls you get at a lot of sushi places in the Bay Area, you will be dissapointed. Mostly basics here. Pretty expensive as well. Very tasty... (more)
scoobydu1969
on Citysearch Mar 14, 2007I live in Oakland, and I have established a few favorite sushi bars in Oakland, Berkeley & Alameda. But my work brought me out to Morello Avenue in Pleasant Hill, and a co-worker recommended Jo's Sushi for the... (more)
c14martin
on Citysearch Dec 12, 2006Fun atmosphere, good food and great service. Try the tuna tar tar, Jo's special rolls, and any of the sashimi! (more)
wijin
on Citysearch Aug 03, 2006Jo lets folks know what fish is best on the night. Try to order off the specials listed on the shelves behind the bar. Great selection of Sake too! Sit at the bar if you can. (more)
truetaste
on Citysearch Jun 08, 2006As close to authentic Japanese as Japanese restaurants get in the area. Probably only second to Miraku. Only place I know of that serves kare (curry). Katsu kare (Pork cutlet in curry) tastes almost as good as the best... (more)
paparin
on Citysearch Mar 24, 2006You may experience so many different rolls. But Jo's has its original nigiri sushi and side dish. I have enjoyed trying "Tilefish wakasayaki" grilled tilefish. the best part of the dish is the scale on the fish. I had... (more)
joiedevivre
on Citysearch May 18, 2005We've been looking for "our" sushi place after moving to the area from SF. Tried places in Lafayette and Walnut Creek - nothing great. Then we found Jo's in a unassuming little strip off of Taylor. SO FRESH! GREAT... (more)