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    The fish provenance is printed right on the menu, which tells you something about how seriously this cozy Novato sushi shop takes its sourcing. The chef behind the counter has spent years at serious Bay Area sushi bars, and he brings that same precision here without the reverent hush or the eye-watering bill. Lunch combinations and omakase sets keep things accessible, and you can even buy fish to take home.

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    The dishes from the writeups

    • Sake kawa

      “From the extensive selection of rolls, the sake kawa with smoky grilled salmon skin, shiso and bonito flakes is fantastic with a pint of beer.”

      San Francisco Chronicle
    • Fried monterey bay squid

      “Also try the fried Monterey Bay squid, whose natural creaminess is enhanced by marination in shio koji, which further tenderizes it.”

      San Francisco Chronicle
    • Kinmedai

      “Bigger platters might arrive as lovely amalgamations of avocado and albacore rolls alongside ebi, yellowtail and cherry wood-smoked goldeneye snapper (kinmedai).”

      Michelin Guide

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    Address
    813 Grant Ave., Novato, CA · Novato
    Hours

    Closes soon, 2 PM, in 30 min

    • Monday 11:30 AM to 2 PM 5 PM to 8 PM
    • Tuesday 11:30 AM to 2 PM 5 PM to 8 PM
    • Wednesday Today 11:30 AM to 2 PM 5 PM to 8 PM
    • Thursday 11:30 AM to 2 PM 5 PM to 8 PM
    • Friday 11:30 AM to 2 PM 5 PM to 8 PM
    • Saturday 11:30 AM to 2 PM 5 PM to 8 PM
    • Sunday 11:30 AM to 2 PM 5 PM to 8 PM
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    +14158920081
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