MaruJun Japanese Cuisine

Best Japanese food in Bay Area. Creative, fresh and delicious! Queen and spicy tuna hand rolls, deep fried black cod appetizer, poke, fatty tuna sashimi were amazing. Best most attentive service and relaxing ambience.

I could have sworn I already posted a review but maybe not… This place should be packed every night but it isn’t. It’s by far the best sushi I have had in years. We went to Sushi Ran recently and it was nowhere near at this level. We also love Village Sake, but as far as their sushi goes, they’re a little skimpy with their nigiri cuts, and they don’t feel as authentic as Maru Jun (but I’ve never been to Japan, so who knows). I’ve been texting everyone I know about Maru Jun—I really hope they thrive. Incredible rice, incredible fish, incredible place. Don’t be put off by the strip mall location, just pretend you’re in LA.

From the moment we walked in the door we felt like family. Every dish including the feature of home cooked special of the night was like being transported to our travels to Japan. An authentic menu, service and experience that this area is lacking for those looking for something other than corporate or cookie cutter dining opportunities. I have never had a hand roll I enjoyed and upon taking a suggestion our first meal, we went returned the next week and I wanted to order 3! Their miso soup is the best I’ve personally had in the world. Their wine and sake menu is diverse and delicious featuring small and noteworthy names. The only thing we are left wondering after our 2nd trip in which we were greeted even more like family than our first, and witnessing 2 return visitors arrive with apparently the same sentiments, is how often is too often to go back! If you are considering this restaurant-the answer is YES!

Without a doubt, this was the best sushi and Japanese food I’ve ever had outside of Japan. Everything was absolutely fantastic. The saba was delicious, the gyutan (grilled beef tongue - not pictured) amazing, and the ikura was honestly INCREDIBLE. I’m blown away and will be dreaming about how good everything was for weeks to come. I rarely write reviews at all, much less immediately after leaving the restaurant, but I felt very strongly about making sure MaruJun got all 5 of their stars - it really is that good. I’m so happy!! Thank you for the meal!!

Walked in a summer Sunday 30 mins before closing. Place is empty. A few fish on the counter display. Low expectations. Until the plates arrive. Then we experienced an EXCELLENT meal. We had an amazing otoro and toro, pork belly skewers so good also. However, the highlight was the homemade eggplant dish with the ground chicken, haven’t tasted something like that away from my mother’s kitchen. Highly recommend this place for sushi! Thank you for the great dinner.

We had a delicious meal at Marujun. The fish was fresh and well prepared, and the tempura was so light and flavorful. The service was attentive. We will definitely go back there!

Had a great experience here. Fish was excellent and fresh. Sake was refreshing. And service was welcoming and warm. Was adventurous and tried the beef tongue - was pleasantly surprised. Must visit.

The food is a can’t miss. Fresh and authentic Japanese restaurant. What you get is authentic and made with passion! I can’t wait to come again.