I have been going to this restaurant for over ten years, and have never had a disappointing meal. The edamame is delicious, to the point that I end up being disappointed by almost other edamame i have. The miso soup is good (it's miso soup-what more is there to say about it?), as is their udon. They have a nice variety of rolls, and both the salmon and tuna that they use is consistently very good. I've never had their other fish, and i'm not a big crab guy, so I can't comment on that. The customer service is also fantastic

Some real high points in their menu. Ankimo (monkfish liver) was better than most, and it's not a common menu item. Shimizu has 3 methods of cooking edamame. The spicy version was new to me and I look forward to more. Portions of the salmon collar were very large. Sashimi orders are good and come with marinated seaweed salad which incredibly healthy. The restaurant is small but typically very busy both takeout and dine-in.

This is my favorite, neighborhood, Japanese, family-owned, hole-in-the-wall hometown staple for sushi. They have traditional Japanese dishes as well as American sushi. The quality and customer service is always great. I celebrated my birthday with a livestream lunch because my mom fell sick. Everyone made me feel special and a little less lonely. I couldn't have asked for a better way to have spent my birthday. Below is the livestream of the menu and some of the food items I tried this visit. https://youtube.com/live/bIkUj62pW_k?feature=share

Great selection of sushi rolls, as well as many delicious standard Japanese dishes. Service has always been friendly and prompt. Not a lot of room in the place, but it's nicely decorated and homey. Not a lot of parking (establishment parking lot is very small and difficult to navigate in depending on how others park). Street parking is available, but also not always easy to find. Take out orders are available via a side window on the parking lot side of building. Sushi has been of good quality and occasional specials have been very good.

It's not often that we eat sushi but when we do, Shimizu is the place to go in Piedmont Avenue in Oakland. The fish is the freshest around and the tempura is crispy yet delicate. Hubby had ordered the tempura as a starter and it is a generous basket of fried goodness. The vegetables are all generously sliced and cooked just right. Vegetables included broccoli, pumpkin, sweet potato, asparagus and zucchini. When my bento came, there was more tempura including a shrimp. It was a generous portion as well. The tuna sashimi had three nice slices that just melted in my mouth. Hubby really enjoyed his roll which was not too spicy at all. Fish was very fresh and flavorful. The place is small and the staff is attentive and nice. They have a small parking lot which has lots of warnings about not having any valuables visible. Unfortunately this is the state of Oakland so be street smart okay? Do support this great local business. Your tummy will be happy!

We were actually in the area to scope out the newly-opened MENSHO and immediately walked off after seeing the huge line. LOL. Though Shimizu was marginally less busy, we were able to get a seat on a Sunday evening right away. And for the better-- the food and service were fantastic! Very pleased we came across Shimizu by chance. Recommend parking in the back residential areas (only about 3~ min walk) if their lot is full. Very cozy, casual atmosphere with quirky decor. Despite the crowds, we never found ourselves with waiting, or with empty glasses or dirty plates for long. Service is exceptionally attentive and organized. HAMACHI KAMA: Grilled exceptionally well-- it flakes apart in your mouth. Tastes like chicken. IMO is already delicious without the sauce MELTING ALBACORE: Have never seen anything like this at a sushi place before L O L. Raw fish on top of a lump of crab salad??? NGL one of the best appetizers I've had at a casual sushi spot. Surprisingly refreshing and balanced, esp if you like crab salad. The daikon + tobiko give it a satisfying crunch. SASHIMI PLATTER: These slices are CHONKY. Huge pieces without skimping on flavor. Our favorites were definitely the scallop and salmon-- fresh, buttery, and sweet. Just the right amount for a light lunch. Very intrigued by their bentos for next time.

Came here for dinner on a Thursday. Ordered a few rolls and crudo appetizer. Everything was tasty. Service was nice, I'd definitely come back if I'm in the area. Forgot my credit card here and realized about 5 minutes after leaving, came back and they had it secure in the register for me (phew!) Overall good experience, thank you!!

Still excellent. Went for a late lunch on a Saturday. Parked in their small lot where you do not leave any valuables in the car including anything electronic. Had the three item lunch bento of Kalbi, Tempura, and Tuna Sashimi. The three chunky pieces of sashimi were of very high quality - melt in your mouth, a definite surprise in a lunch bento box. Wife had the Saba nigiri, also nice pieces of fish, and the flaming dragon roll. Everything as good as we remembered from our last visit 5 years ago.