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Fuji Sushi Boat & Buffet

213 G St, Davis, CA, 95616
  • (530) 753-3888
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  • Mike G.

    To the Point: Great price for decent sushi. Details: Well it's not the best sushi I ever had, but for the price its very well worth it. I find myself coming here at least once a month. The lunch price is a little cheaper than the dinner price but either way its both really cheap when it comes to sushi. I would rather pay $15 odd bucks for all I can eat sushi, including soda and soup, than $14 for one roll at a sushi bar. I recommend sitting at the bar so you don't have to keep getting up and walking over to the boats. Let the boats come to you my friend. My favorite is the Y2K roll. I can eat that all day. But on the down side, their "hot" food that is scoured on a stick is cold. But what can you expect when its been floating around on a boat for a while. So if your expecting for the best sushi in town, I wouldn't come here. But if your looking for good sushi for a great price, this is the spot to be.

    (4)

  • Chloe C.

    I think this place has gone downhill. The quality isn't what it used to be. For example, I ordered sashimi and the salmon sashimi was still frozen in the middle. I also ordered an unagi maki and the rice was still really hot with undetectable rice vinegar. Feel like they may have just thrown some maki over hot rice. I understand the quality for buffet usually isn't high but 10 years ago they were a neighborhood gem with delicious sushi for a great price. Not really like that anymore but still decent if you are going for quantity over quality.

    (3)

  • Wendy Y.

    My friends and I came here for lunch when I came to Davis to visit. I guess most people who come to Davis usually come for the sushi buffets because it's a lot cheaper than the ones in the Bay. So that's kind of what I did. My friends and I came here at around 12:30pm and it wasn't packed at all. We were first seated at the table and decided we wanted to sit by the bar because it seemed like there were more options to choose from. The food was honestly just okay. It was nothing special. It is very average to be honest. I did enjoy the food and it wasn't that bad, but I've definitely had better. A lot of the dishes on the sushi boats were kind of random. There seemed to be an equal ratio of hot food (skewers, pot stickers, etc) and sushi rolls (smaller - 3 to 6 pieces). You have to order the sashimi (salmon, tuna, saba, smoked salmon, hamachi, etc.) and special rolls (Davis, Dragon, Catapillar) directly to the chefs. I guess it's not too bad for what you're paying for. Overall, it's really nothing special to be honest. It's the quality you would expect when you're only paying $13 for lunch and for AYCE. I guess I am not too sure of what the big fuss about this place. It's just okay and it's a good place if you just wanna get some food on the cheaper side.

    (3)

  • Michele N.

    I was looking for a healthy alternative for lunch and I found it. I had all vegetables and stir fried tofu. you get a lot of food for the price. The service is excellent and the hours are good. The seating for the restaurant is mostly in the back so you cant look out the front windows onto G Street to watch people walk by. They have a TV you can watch instead.

    (4)

  • Phil Y.

    Poor UC Davis Students. They don't know better. This place is disgusting! I came here with the family because of the favorable Yelp reviews. I should have known better. It looked pretty good with the sushi floating on boats. But, looks are deceiving. Some of those boats must've gotten lost during their three hour tour and landed on Gilligans Island. Almost all their rolls had either fried shrimp and/or imitation crab in it. The rice on the California rolls that my daughter took from one of the ghost ships was hard. Sushi rice should not be hard. Then there was the little flies buzzing around us, and landing on the sushi as it sailed on the boat. I almost took almost took a photo of the little flying bug, but, it was too fast for me to show the Yelp world. The fish was not fresh. I had some of their tuna and hamachi sashimi. Both the tuna and hamachi were not the right color, and tasted fishy. I was scared to finish it. They do have cooked foods. When we asked for the shrimp tempura, they brought it out right away. I guess they have a stash of pre-cooked food in the back. My wife also asked for the salmon teriyaki. She didn't like it. The fried oysters were probably the best thing we ordered. They came out smoking hot, probably because no one normally orders it. Hey UC Davis students, just because you can stuff your face silly for under $20 doesn't mean that this place is good. Stuffing your face here could be bad for your health. I tried it once, but, will never do it again. But you do get free miso soup and free soda with your dinner. Just say no!

    (1)

  • Diana H.

    Our go to AYCE sushi joint when were in our hometown.. Hubs and his kids were regulars there before I join the family.. The atmosphere is quite nice, its a casual dining restaurant, great to bring family, outta town people and even for date nights.. I love that the sit down at bar is little boats that passes you, as you pick and choose what you want to eat.. You really get your money's worth here for the quality and for the choices of food here.. We always get salmon, tuna & white fish sashimi, gyoza, dragon roll no cucumbers, ribs and potato croquette.. Lion king is great here too.. Their service is always good for us, can ask for anything from the servers and get it, you can order hot fried items and we can tell the chefs anything with mods and what not and get everything in a timely matter.. On weekends they have special rolls I have only see then (ex. octopus).. Desserts are basic strawberry cake, red bean sesame balls, fried bananas, and fresh orange slices.. The nice lovely thing is now they serve late night snack dishes (non buffet) for anyone who is craving sushi on Thursdays - Saturday's after 9:30pm-12:30am.. Defiantly recommended for young or old alike..

    (4)

  • Tiffany N.

    I was here for UCDs orientation and stopped by here since everyone said it was delicious and cheap for AYCE Sushi. It was cheap but the quality of the food was poor. The food was either drenched in sauce of drenched in oil.

    (2)

  • Nicki F.

    First time at a Davis AYCE sushi place and I'm a fan! For AYCE sushi, we usually go to Sushi Factory in the Bay Area. Sushi Factory is a bit classier and the sushi rolls are made to order but the service can be slow. What I like about Fuji Sushi Boat & Buffet is that its lunch AYCE price is INCREDIBLY cheaper (approximately $15/person). People just come right up to the rotating bar and grab the dishes you want. They over a ton more options for AYCE than Sushi Factory. Granted, the options for traditionally more expensive rolls are not all available and the quality of them are a notch down, but you get what you pay for. Other options included in the AYCE are: seafood tempura, oyster tempura, shrimp tempura, snowcrab tempura, noodles, tofu, dessert, soba noodles, etc. You wouldn't get all of that in any other AYCE sushi place.

    (4)

  • Andrew C.

    Fuji's is good... on the right day and at the right time. I've been 4 times and you can end up having a great experience when the fish is fresh or you can have a really poor experience when the fish ends up being too frozen and icy. It's a roulette of chance which fish is fresh or icy that day or time you come. So generally, I really like the salmon and the hamachi and I'll get a lot of that, but after a few rounds of getting it, it starts to get icy and you have to switch over to eating another fish or another roll. I've never had a time where the quality was good throughout so you're really lucky if that happens. When it's fresh it's really good and I'm definitely a happy camper, but there are those painful times where your first sashimi is icy... you're in for rough ride. The bad thing about Fuji's nowadays is that all the orders get directed to one of the sushi chefs and he gets grumpy pretty quickly when a bunch of people are asking him for orders. I don't remember him being that grumpy but service has deteriorated from the first time I went.

    (3)

  • Vanessa L.

    I just had dinner here last night never again!!! I have no idea how long those rolls were floating around on that row but shortly after eating sushi I got very sick. NAUSEA and throwup galore!!! Don't eat here not very sanitary and I think the salmon sashimi did the trick im still sick today

    (1)

  • Donna D.

    I've been here a couple of times and whenever there is this one Asian lady making my rolls, she is super friendly and sweet. However the last time I came here the man making my rolls kept giving me and my friend the stink eye every time we ordered. Wasn't pleasant at all. Granted, we ordered a lot but that was because half of our orders didn't go through so we had to re-order them. The quality of the fish here is eh.. The rolls are alright. I really just come here for the sashimi. It's not high quality but it'll definitely do the job when I want a lot of sashimi for a decent price. The salmon sashimi is the best thing to order and some of their other dishes too.

    (3)

  • Zoe H.

    This place is reasonably priced for dinner, $18/person for AYCE with soda of your choosing, but ridiculous for lunch at $14/person for AYCE without that soda. Somehow for me, that soda makes all the more difference i guess. You can order at the bar or you can pick things off the revolving boats, but I prefer to order at the bar. No matter how much you ask for sashimi, they won't just give you a 20 piece plate of salmon..DARN IT! That made me pretty sad but I won't complain, I'm satisfied as long as I can keep eating. You can easily make your money's worth here if you ask for the right things. I've had the fried oysters, korean ribs, salmon skin handroll, and multiple 5-piece plates of sashimi to make it worth it, but I wouldn't advise this place for those who can't eat sashimi. The quality of the sashimi itself isn't the best you can find in Davis, but for those days when I'm hungrier than a shark for fish, and I'll settle for anything, this place will do. Every UC Davis college student has tried one of the AYCE sushi buffets in town, but this one has to be my favorite.

    (3)

  • Leah Anne L.

    This place gives you the best bang for your buck. Went here for lunch on a Wednesday afternoon and got seated right away. Food was good, it's not gourmet or fine dining quality but it's definitely worth a visit if you love variety and generous portions! Wish we had one in Oakland!

    (3)

  • Tina T.

    Honestly, the first time I came here, I genuinely liked the sushi. However, now looking back, I think it may have been biased due to my hunger state at that point in time. Today, the sashimi there was near frozen-- you could literally feel the semi-crunch of the ice as you bit into each piece. I'm not sure if it was just today's quality of fish or if I was just blind to the flavors before, but I honestly felt nauseous and was going to throw up. Pretty sure I'm not coming here again. The only positive is that the fact the sushi comes in little boats at the bar is still a unique and cute idea.

    (2)

  • Yuzhou H.

    A little pricier than the other Sushi restaurants but i makes up for it with higher quality fish. I always get the super white tuna and salmon sashimi. The biggest criticism I have is that the chefs don't like to speak and often don't even nod to your orders so you never know if they've heard you. I can understand that your job is tiring but could you give at the very least a nod so I know my order was heard? This is the biggest frustration you'll face when eating but other than that their soft-shelled crab and sashimi are all very affordably priced for the quality you receive.

    (3)

  • Brian D.

    This place is great if you enjoy disappointment. I came in with high hopes only to be shot down with mediocre sushi. My first roll was beyond dry and lacked any flavor to the point where I had to chase each bite with water. I thought I might have just picked a bad roll, but after trying my second set, I knew it was time to leave. The blandness of the sushi could honestly be compared to grocery store packaged sushi. Never have I experienced such an unsatisfactory quality in food from a restaurant until today.

    (1)

  • Lanc L.

    We came here for dinner again today. We were kind of disappointed that this place seems to be not as good as before. The service was fast and nice. We were seated right after we arrived. Also, dishes were brought to us soon after we ordered them. In addition, price was reasonable at $17. However, the quality of the sushi dropped significantly. For example, dragon rolls just fell apart when picked up with chopsticks, and consisted of mostly fake crabs (rather than avocado or eel). Most of the sushi dishes were topped with heavy sauce. The sashimi didn't taste very fresh. Maybe the poor quality was due to the high demand of 4th of July weekend? Or maybe the quality is no longer as good as before?

    (3)

  • Vivian C.

    It's kind of a personal thing but I just can't stomach the taste of the fish here anymore. I still appreciate that they serve sashimi and they don't care if you throw way the rice but all the rolls taste the same and there's just far better places out there. I've never gotten sick from this place (though my friend did) and I feel like I normally get my money's worth. Service is nice but not great. They'll periodically pick up your dishes and you pay at the counter so it's fairly fast. Getting an order to the chefs is extremely difficult though and you need to just be aggressive. If you go on a weekday during lunch, you're less likely to get a bite of half-defrosted fish. But if you go too late on a weekday lunch, you'll get the food that's been sitting out for hours.

    (1)

  • Amanda M.

    Great service! Still served us past nine and were eager to serve great sushi. Everyone is friendly and sushi is good for the price.

    (5)

  • Jaclyn M.

    I was so excited to eat sushi at Fuji's because from what I remembered, everything was delicious. I believe it has been a couple of years since I last ate here, and I didn't realize how old the place looked. The lighting was very dim and our table was sticky. My family and I were very hungry from touring UC Davis, so we didn't wait long to pick up some rolls. The first roll tasted pretty good, then the 2nd and 3rd and 4th one all tasted the same even though they were completely different rolls. The only things that I enjoyed eating were the fried chicken and the Dragon Roll. I heard they opened a Fuji's in Vacaville - we will go there next time since it is newer and hopefully has better chefs.

    (3)

  • Leon S.

    I had been craving sushi for weeks but kept having to put it off for various reasons. Finally made it to Fujis and didn't have to wait because all the college kids are off at break! All you can eat sushi is 16 bucks and I would definitely suggest sitting at the bar! All the rolls are very good as are some of the assorted fried items. Don't forget there is a menu that you can order sashimi and tempura directly off of to the chefs.

    (3)

  • Ben L.

    I used to come here all the time while I was in college. All you can eat sushi for a college student? Awesome deal. Over time though restaurants service has gotten worse n worse. Place is definitely quantity or quality... But even that is changing. Last time I went in with a party of 4. We tried to get a large plate of salmon sashimi to share but was shot down by the chef stating they don't do that any more. We then asked for a small plate n the chef gave us a look as if we insulted him. We finished the plate and tried to get another and were given less then we initial got the first time. The rolls here are blah and they all taste the same. Generally they include artificial crab, probably cause it is cheap. The best part about this place was the sashimi and now that's over. I won't be returning if I am in Davis.

    (1)

  • Ana M.

    The format and ambiance of this restaurant is a but odd. If you aren't sitting at the bar, you'd need to walk up to the sushi chef to order from the menu. After ordering from the sushi chef about 4 times, he seemed annoyed of our orders and made our roll EXTRA big so we'd stop bothering him.. If I come back, I'll make sure to sit at the bar and only order the sashimi because the rolls weren't great.

    (3)

  • Vivian L.

    One of the best sushi buffet at downtown Davis. Fast customer service, because in a group of 4 we got a table once we entered. And we just got to the boats grab any sushi we want. It can get kind of cramp if you're at the dessert corner trying to get sushi and/or dessert. Since carts and workers move to and fro. If you want something that's not floating by, order over the counter. My favorite is Lion King! It's pretty good and it didn't take too long either. Iced water is free but for hot tea it's not unless it's during dinner. The sushi can get really fulling quickly, most likely due to the rice. I think the sushi you order over the counter is higher quality than the ones in the boats, so definitely try ordering a plate. California roll is eh here, but can't complain, it's better than sushi from the DC.

    (4)

  • Olivia M.

    My friend and I went here for the first time about a month ago and absolutely loved it! We didn't realize it was $17.95 flat for a buffet so I tried my best to eat enough to be worth my money. I suggest going really hungry so you can try a bunch of different rolls (broke college student logic). I was only able to try two (one being the Dragon roll which was SOOOOO good). It was also pretty big so it filled me up and I didn't get to try a couple of the other rolls that looked good. It was my first time going to a sushi buffet so I didn't know exactly what the process was. The service was alright, they seemed kind of annoyed that I didn't know exactly how everything worked. But other than that it was yummy!!

    (4)

  • Yuan W.

    Love the sushi here and delicious samon. We celebrate the Davis picnic day and get together here. It is a really nice place to go and have fun with Japanese food. The place is not very big. You can order fresh things and have American style sushi. I love sushi here!

    (5)

  • Julie N.

    TIP: Get seating at the bar! I've been here a couple times, and I've always had trouble ordering when I sat at a table. Last time, I was trying to order salmon sashimi but the chefs and servers kept directing me to a different person/chef. After actually getting the right person, it was a challenge getting his attention talking over the heads of those who sit at the bar. Aside from that, the sushi was good. I do like my cream cheese and that never fails to satisfy me. Not much wow, but definitely filling. Make sure to come hungry!

    (3)

  • EasyD N.

    This place has very good price for a sushi buffet. Only $18 including drink for dinner. Good customer service. The only -1 is that the food is not prepared before. The sashimi is still frozen when served.

    (4)

  • EJ V.

    The quality of sushi is pretty good, but it's not great so I give them 4/5 stars. It's a pretty cool spot to eat sushi if it's your first time because they have little boats floating around with plates of sushi on it.

    (4)

  • Michael L.

    Went during dinner and it was a pretty good experience despite the expensive price.

    (4)

  • Hannah C.

    We have been here a fair number of times, mostly for dinner. The food is so-so with variably fresh seeming fish. The rolls have too many condiments on top for my liking and but that seems to be the trend with rolls these days. The service is good and I have found that the staff (ie. the host/cashier and busboy...I have never spoken to anyone else) are courteous and responsive. There are prominent flat screen TVs. The restaurant seems clean ... except the carpet. The real reason why we keep coming back, however, is because our kids love this place. They love the floating boats and being able to pick whatever they want to eat which is usually edamame, tobiko, octopus nigiri, and sesame balls. They especially love this small yellow muffin which is hard to find. They like the shrimp tempura, fried rice and clams in the back buffet, as well as, of course the jello. Our older child will eat the poke sushi. They love watching TV while eating too, even if they have no idea what is on.

    (3)

  • Kellie C.

    The chef a was cleaning (sweeping the floor) in between making sushi. He did wash his hands briefly, definitely needed to scrub longer. Just seemed like a dirty place. Will not be returning. All the fish was laying out for who knows how long on the bar and shrimp wasn't devained?

    (1)

  • Jack T.

    You'll get great value here with decent food and mid price range. Nigiri/sashimi: 9/10 mouth melting fresh salmon nigiri 7/10 decent Hamachi nigiri (too icy) 6/10 eh Squid and octopus 4/10 nobody touches their shrimp nigiri... Others: 8/10 miso 9/10 surprisingly amazing gyoza Price: extremely cheap! @$18 dinner u get have sashimi/nigiri feast! Service: Very friendly staff. Mad respect to chef for fulfilling everyone's order simultaneously I would just go for lunch though, cause it's much cheaper and their night only options are much to rave for.

    (4)

  • Mel L.

    NOPE! NOPE. NOPE. NOPE. (Part II) After my sad experience at Davis Sushi Buffet just two days prior, I gave sushi boats another try. Let's start with the sheer awkwardness of trying to reach over the sushi bar customers to get your rolls. I'm sorry that my armpit is hovering over you and your Dragon Roll, but I JUST HAVE TO GET MY SPECIALLY ORDERED SASHIMI PLEASE! I don't know how people keep eating at the bar. To avoid that awkwardness, stand at either end of the bar and pick up your stuff there. The rolls were more...lively looking than Davis Sushi Buffet. But some of them had a mountain of imitation crab on them, and thinking about it now makes me have weird feelings inside. To be fair, some of the rolls were more flavorful than those at Davis Sushi Buffet. To be even fairer, you should know that they served me sashimi that was clearly frozen, because the middle parts were like ice slush. To be extra extra fair, their ikura tasted rotten. My boyfriend was paying, and I wanted to make sure he got his money's worth, so I ate as much as I could. By the end of it, I was so full of sushi and self-hate. I found out that I truly do NOT give a flying sack of shit about how cheap some place is with their AYCE menu. Life is way too short to eat bad sushi. I deserved better.

    (1)

  • Winnie T.

    First and last time I come here. A group of 5 including my bf and I were debating on where to go for sushi since I was craving it. AYCE is the way to go with hungry guys. We chose to go to Fuji because it was close and in town. Boy, was a disappointment. I've been to the Fuji in Elk Grove a bunch of time in the past and loved it. By in no way was the one in Davis the same. The one in Elk Grove is much busier (bad-usually there's a wait) but the customer service is more attentive and the food is better. Davis: There were hardly any customers. Food looked like they have been sitting out for some time. Waiter hardly came around nor to be seen. We had to ask for refill of our tea and water each time. My salmon sashimi was frozen :(. Needless to say, we all didn't eat that much because the food wasn't fresh nor good. I would rather go to Raku.

    (1)

  • Josh D.

    There are a couple of important things to realize about this restaurant. (1) This is a sushi buffet restaurant. (2) The cost is very low. (3) Quality fish is a costly item. (4) Ravenous UC students flock here. Think about that for a moment (or feel free to take longer if you are a UC student). It isn't terrible but it's like ordering a $7 steak and wondering why it's tough.

    (2)

  • Colette T.

    My boyfriend, his brother, and I came here while on the way back from camping near Sacramento. We were SUPER excited for AYCE sushi since there's not really any good AYCE sushi places in the East Bay and we had heard such good things about Fuji. Overall, I feel like the sushi was just ok. It wasn't spectacular and most of the rolls were California roll fillings, so definitely not a ton of fish. Also, you have to basically serve yourself. You literally go up to the sushi bar, yell out your order, and then go and pick up the dishes yourself. The price, though, was amazing (13.95 for lunch). All in all, we'd probably come again just because of the allow you to have AYCE sashimi. Eat your money's worth!

    (3)

  • Lilian L.

    Of all days, I always went on a weekend. I went on this passing Wednesday when my boyfriend visited, and it was just bomb. So it might be better on a weekday?

    (5)

  • Kathy V.

    This place has OK sushi but the service is horrendous. If you sit at the sushi boat area, then you're a lot more lucky but if you're sitting at the regular tables, it's like being in a battle field. You have to get up from your seat, which is packed a little too tightly if I must say, and line up to get orders off the boats. If you want to order specialty dishes, you have to wait until the chef comes up to the area but even then, you can't even tell if he even heard your order. They don't acknowledge you at all. There's also a lady who brings out smaller orders, so if you try to order with her, she just ignores you and doesn't let you know that you need to order with the chef. Usually they'll make some additional random dishes and place it at the pick up area for any one. We actually thought we were stealing someone's dishes. But it's a dog eat dog world, you gotta do what you gotta do for sushi. It's $20 for AYCE dinner, which is a bit cheaper but not even by much. The sushi, when you actually can get it, isn't great only MEH. The sashimi wasn't bad though... although if you could go wrong with that, then this place would be completely hopeless.

    (2)

  • Yoil A.

    Great food and fun environment !!! The kids love to watch the boats and pick their food !!!

    (5)

  • Gene B.

    It was Mother's Day and Mom picked this place for a change of scene. I was glad to have an opportunity to re-visit Davis. This small town still remained to be the same college town I remembered years ago. We were a party of 5 and we arrived with some serious appetite. My Pops immediately didn't like this place due to the fact that it didn't follow the usual buffet format. You won't find food in stations nor under a warmer. Basically you go to the sushi bar and order whatever you like. Alternatively, you can pick anything on the sushi boats already made or wait for food to come straight out of the kitchen at each side of the bar. Yes, you can order anything on the menu and as much as you want. However, I found it unorganized and it becomes a waiting game when you don't find anything you like premade. On the plus side, the food is much fresher than traditional buffets. Food is being constantly made. I personally prefer this format over other buffets, but I can clearly understand the frustration that others may have. After all the waiting, your appetite slowly disintegrate. You are likely to tap out earlier than you would have planned. Given that the price is low and the waitresses are kind, I rate this place A-OK. It's great for college students and also for those who are on a budget. It doesn't break the bank and you get mid grade sushi which I don't mind from time to time. I wouldn't mind returning.

    (3)

  • Pania T.

    We came here for lunch and parking was hard to find. Their salmon sashimi was good. Everything is else was mediocre. You may order soft shell crab and oysters from the sushi chef. They also have deep fried rolls, agadahsi tofu, deep fried chicken wings, edamame, and chicken on skewers. Not too bad for an AYCE sushi buffet. Soft drinks are not included in their lunch price.

    (3)

  • Marisa W.

    This place is a fun sushi buffet that has the boats that go around with plates on them. They have yummy tuna rolls, California rolls, cream cheese rolls, and hot items like potstickers and sesame balls. You can also order from the sushi chefs if you want a different roll or different sashimi or nigiri. The one advantage of Fuji over other places in the area is that they give unlimited sashimi. I like this place for the novelty of the boats, but it's a bit expensive for what is available on the boats. I like other places better, but Fujis is fun once in a while.

    (4)

  • Bud B.

    CALIFORNIA roll is in every roll. There are NO unique rolls, just pre-made rolls. There is no sign to direct where you should order or what to order--just a "Pick up" sign. The servers and "chefs" will make eye contact with you and will ignore you. There were numerous customers who were also lost and did not know what to order. This is a place to AVOID. DO NOT COME, you will be greatly disappointed.

    (1)

  • Grace B.

    Maybe Im spoiled by going to Fuji Sushi in Elk Grove. This place is a lot older. Im use to the buffet line up at the one in Elk Grove. But it was okay. I like the fact that the sushi is being constantly made. Thats what I enjoyed. Also the waitresses took a long time cleaning up our table from the used up dishes and also took a long time to get our drinks refilled. My Dad didnt enjoy it because he is also spoiled by the idea that he could get a large platter of Sashimi from the Elk Grove location. Yah Im spoiled. Oh well. But its okay. You get full anyway.

    (2)

  • Eleanor S.

    I mean, I know you get what you pay for but...would it kill them to defrost the sashimi before serving it? You can take from the boats or order anything you want, which is pretty cool. However, I don't even have high sushi standards and I was disappointed by the quality (my friends who know about sushi gave up after the first bite). The rolls were decent and what I would expect from such a place, but I cannot forgive and will never forget those frosty bites of sashimi.

    (2)

  • Helen H.

    So full... It hurts! I must remember this pain and not do this to myself again. Lunch was only $13.95, which is a pretty good deal. I didn't grab much from the bar/boats. Most of the good stuff you have to order from the sushi "chefs"/people who stand by the kitchen. When I tried to order something, the woman didn't really understand me though. They have a menu if you don't know what you want. The Elk Grove location is definitely better, bigger and with more options.

    (3)

  • Wendy T.

    I get it... The playoff game was on... What i dont get..., is why I placed an order with the sushi chef... AND I HAD TO WAIT UNTIL THE GAME WAS ON COMMERCIAL FOR HIM TO EVEN GET STARTED ON MY ROLL. Then... I wanted to order fried tofu, but no one would take the order because they were alll so focused on the game! What happen to customer service?! I'm not sure who the owner/manager was, but it was a terrible experience. I would never leave such a bad comment for a restaurant but I was so unsatisfied. I didn't even Eat all i can Eat! The wait for a plate of salmon sashimi was ridiculous! No one even came by to clean the plates or refill drinks! Arghhh!!!

    (1)

  • Ivy L.

    Came here on Presidents' Day with bf and 5 friends. We got there when it opened and got sat right away. We ordered a few rounds of just sashimi. The sashimi were slightly still frozen when I bite into it. I guess I really can't complain too much for AYCE sushi and sashimi for $17 including tax and tip. The chicken yakatori was probably one of my favorite dish there. Don't order spicy tuna from there. I ordered a spicy tuna hand roll and the sushi chef just squirted some Siracha on the sushi rice and put a slice of tuna on top. You might as well order tuna sashimi and put some Siracha on it yourself. Next time I'll go back to Davis sushi instead. I remember they have a wider variety for sushi rolls.

    (3)

  • Jennifer C.

    My son loves this so we go occasionally, but it's not my favorite. The boats are fun and for his appetite the price is right. You can order rolls as part of the buffet price, so that's pretty good.

    (3)

  • Elsie M.

    Service(no service): I saw a recent review suggested the bar seats are better than tables. It probably is...but still, the chef looks unhappy when you order from him(actually "them", none of them looked happy). He turned his head back before I finish my sentence!!! For the whole dinner, my friend and I was like begging them for food. Food: fishes were pretty good. But the sushi rice was SUPER SOUR, which ruined everything--the rolls and the Nigiris. There were actually a lot of stuff worth trying. But the service and the rice made me sick, a lot. I don't normally rate bad score for the restaurants, but this time I wrote down these stuff because I really want them to be read by any person who is in charge of this place and able to make adjustments to their way of operating. I want to go back for their food(with good rice) without suffering the chef's attitude.

    (2)

  • Lydia M.

    The sushi is good, but this place is way overpriced for people who don't eat a lot like me. Also, the place feels really dirty. There's nicer places to get sushi in Davis.

    (2)

  • Cheyne F.

    The food here is bad (even for AYCE sushi) and the service is even worse. The waitress showed up once to ask what we wanted to drink, and the chef pretty much refused to acknowledge us after the first round. When we paid for our bill at the front, the lady at the register was too busy watching some TV show on her laptop to even look up at us.

    (1)

  • Kristin S.

    I'm not the greatest fan of sushi, however my friends love it so I tag along. I typically stick to the appetizers and side dishes. This is NOT my favorite sushi buffet in Davis although it's not half bad. The side dishes taste amazing when hot, but I don't like their gyoza or wantons much. My friends seem to like it though, although the fish isn't fresh. A WORD OF WARNING THOUGH: I got terrible food sickness after eating here on two occasions I believe from eating food that had been sitting out too long. Beware of old food, ask for hot/fresh plates!

    (3)

  • Tasha H.

    As far as sushi buffets go, Fuji is not bad at all. First of all, $21 (after tip and tax) for AYCE sushi is not bad at all - and some of the fish was better quality than what I've had at more expensive sushi buffets. I came here for dinner on a saturday with a party of about 12 and got seated immediately. The server got our drinks, then we sat there and waited. And waited. Finally I asked the server how to get food and she explained. We didn't realize that the menu was on the table and we had to get up an order it from the chefs ourselves or pick stuff up off the sushi boats. (I do love how they have actual little boats going around on a little river) It's a little strange though - you have to get up and order over the people seated at the bar, and half the time the chefs ignore you. If you finally get your order in, don't leave! Stand there and wait til your food is ready. It comes out very quickly and if you don't wait someone else will grab your plate. In terms of the food - don't bother getting the sashimi. Its a little obvious, but this is a buffet. Not a gourmet Japanese place. Sashimi is still partially frozen and not worth it. If you are dying for sashimi, go for the nigiri - the fish seemed of better quality. In general though, what makes Fuji awesome is their specialty rolls! Soo good. Get some dragon roll, Fuji roll, etc etc. you will not be disappointed. I also really enjoyed their edamame. Dessert was nothing special. Fried bananas are a little soggy, and the cakes taste a bit artificial. The Mochi balls are great though, definitely finish off with those and some orange slices. Finally, our big group was able to pay separately (yay!) which is always a struggle at restaurants. I do recommend Fuji if you're in town, just know which dishes to skip.

    (4)

  • Max D.

    WOOO so excited to eat Davis sushi. My friends have been talking about it for the last few years after every UC davis tournament. I finally have the time to go and I couldn't be more thrilled. I get there as soon as it opens and I am immediately seated at the bar. Since this was our first time here so I wasn't sure how their buffet actually worked.One of the workers asks what we would like to drink and never comes back after giving us our water... After a good ten minutes or so we figured out that it's just $18 per person and a free soft drink. No explanation to us was given. After figuring that out we just start grabbing whatever looks good. Ended up 95% of everything was total crap. I grabbed a potato croquette to start off and that ended up being cold.. I would assume since they just opened everything they're making should be just out of the kitchen. Next I decided to grab some salmon nigiri that was actually decent. My girlfriend then decides to grab one or two rolls both in which were not terrible but not great. I didnt even want to bother with their simple rolls (california,spicy tuna, etc...) I then see some people asking the chefs to cut some sashimi for them and I decided to join in. After one plate of hamachi and maguro I was done. Worst sashimi I've had in my life. (I've been eating sushi since I was a child.) After several attemps at their fish we decided to go with something more comforting teriyaki salmon and yakitori. We immediatly regretted that decesion. Both were extremely oily and the salmon just had too many bones to deal with. Our experience here was also ruined by people constantly reaching over the bar to asks the chefs for different orders instead of ordering on the side. Our sushi plates also began to stack up with no staff other than the chefs to clean them up. So here it is, at the end of the night the food/service/atmosphere is a definite 0/5. GOOD BYE

    (1)

  • Olivia C.

    After missing out on going the first time and hearing the reviews, I had to check Fuji out for myself. $21-22 (tax and tip included) for all you can eat sushi and a free soft drink for dinner is a good deal! We got to Fuji around 5 pm on a Monday when they opened. We were immediately seated at the bar and I was impressed by the floating boats filled with sushi. I immediately grabbed the standard California roll to try. If the California roll isn't good, it's a pretty good sign the place isn't going to be great. It was fresh and had nice rice-avocado-crab combination. After that passed the test, I began grabbing quite a few dishes from the fried tofu and fried chicken wings, to the more eloquent looking sushi rolls. If you want to order off the menu, you have to get the attention of the chef and then wait for them to make it and give it to you. Their fried mini sesame balls and hot, crisp, deep fried bananas were delicious and I ended the meal with orange and watermelon slices. I think the only real downside of Fuji is if you aren't seated at the bar, then you have to reach around the seated customers at the bar to get food or you can walk to the end of the sushi boat line at the back of the restaurant and pull from there as well. My friend and I eat consumed 10 plates of sushi and fresh fruit. I will definitely come back if I'm in the area.

    (4)

  • Jenna Y.

    Out of all the all you can eat sushi places in Davis, I prefer Fuji over anyone else. You definitely get worth your money, and the quality isn't too shabby either. Maybe it's just me. But I love all you can eat sushi places, especially the ones with almost no limitations in the kinds of sushi you can get. The atmosphere is quite nice, the casual dining restaurant. Every time I've eaten here, the service was always good for me. I could easier just tell the chefs my custom orders and they'll be in front of me within minutes. The servers however do take quite a flag down for refill of beverage. Honestly, for how much you pay, it's definitely worth it. College student and all you can eat sushi dinner for 18$? Count me in. A star was taken off due to couple times I've actually had incompletely thawed fish on my sushi. This definitely isn't a every time occurrence. Better than other places for sure.

    (4)

  • Shimran D.

    While the idea of a sushi buffet sounded great, this may not be the ideal place to have it. After you tell them you want the buffet you will either get the easy seats or the other ones. My friends and I got the other ones and had to go get our foods. There wasn't really a clear indication of what you were getting, mainly you just taste checked everything and whatever tasted good you would eat? The staff wasn't clear about what type of sushi was offered, it was just whatever was available you would eat. You were able to ask the chefs to make something specific but it was hard to tell them with all the other types of sushi that was right there. In my opinion if you are a risk taker and like trying new types of things and buffets then this is the place for you but be warned that you won't know exactly know what you are getting

    (3)

  • Michele P.

    When I was a UCD student, I would go here with friends because they wanted to go here. It's cheap. I'm a go with the flow type of person. But I had to cut cord with Fuji the last time I went--the sushi tasted* and looked like fishy Play Doh. And you know what? Life is too short to be eating Play Doh sushi. *Please don't ask me how I know what Play Doh tastes like.

    (1)

  • Amy H.

    I have been here a couple of times and you really cant find places like this in the bay area. I am not a fan of legit raw sushi so I go for the usual baked items and my cali and tempura rolls. The food is pretty good since I am not a picky sushi eater and you can get legit rolls like the Lion King to get your moneys worth. I always try to get those nice gourmet rolls so I feel good at a buffet haha. I recently discovered that you can ask for teriyaki salmon which is superrrr good. They have baked salmon on the boats but they are literally covered in fat and bones and there is barely any meat. The teriyaki salmon you request is all meat so no work necessary haha. Lunch is $13 and closes at 2pm. Dinner is $19 and starts at 5pm. Obviously getting lunch is a better deal since they serve the exact same food for lunch and dinner. My group went when school was still out but if you go doing the school year, the wait may be killer. Good luck with that and fighting off those college kids. **TIPS** 1) Get the delicious teriyaki salmon and them oranges for dessert. I dont know why but I always look forward to those oranges whenever I go there haha. 2) Enjoy!

    (4)

  • George M.

    Unbelievable service every time! we come here with my friends and family every other Sunday. We call it shshi Sunday. This place has really good food and you can order Sashimi Tuna, Salmon whatever. The service is always great and they even charge you less for you kids if they're young. I absolutely love their Dragon Roll and of course the Sashimi that's what brings me and my family all the way from Sacramento where there's tons of sushi places but, nothing like here and don't forget to try their tea iced or hot is always awesome.

    (5)

  • Nikolas P.

    I ate too much here so, in retrospect, I have a slightly bad memory of this place. The food was really good, especially for the price. However this isn't high grade food, you get what you pay for. Check it out.

    (3)

  • Linda F.

    They were out of tuna. They were out of softshell crab. They were not helpful or polite. It was also overpriced and not tasty enough to warrant another trip.

    (1)

  • Eric S.

    You get what you pay for. $12.95 for lunch or $18.95 for dinner for all you can eat sushi. By default, the selection is mediocre at best, but definitely edible if you are hungry, or a poor college student trying to impress your date with your mad eating skills and prowess in finding affordable eats. In order to get the "better" stuff, you need to order from the waiters and be specific about what you want. For example: "I want the salmon teriyaki no fat skin crispy please." It's actually quite good. By all means this is a famous place and one of the best sushi buffets I have been to, and for lunch it is totally worth it. Dinner costs 50% more but doesn't have 50% better food so I personally wouldn't recommend it if you want bang for your buck. Bottom line: Come here if you are hungry and want to eat some okay sushi. If you have patience to wait a few minutes for food, make sure you order specific items and request they be tailored to your liking. Otherwise, man up and dish out some more money for a real sushi place to impress the ladies. What would The Situation do?

    (3)

  • Vivencio M.

    Recently just went there for labor day around 12noon. The wait wasn't too bad. We waited roughly around 15 minutes to sit at the bar (we beat the rush by just about 15-20 minutes). Lunch price was about $14 per person. As far as quality, the food is great for the price. They have a great selection of rolls on their menu plus a few others you can order off the menu. A few of the good food we had were the California rolls, some kind of crunch roll with eel on top, dragon roll, lion king roll, chicken wings with bone. The reason I gave 3 stars was because there were tthree things that disappointed me. One was when I asked for a rainbow roll, one guy just pointed at one of the premade rolls on the counter and said this was a rainbow roll. The roll had ONE color on it. Wtf? Anyone else seen a rainbow with one color?? The whole reason its called a rainbow roll is the assortment of fish that make its different colors. Disappointed. The other reason was there was a guy working the edge of the sushi bar who had the worse customer service. When asking for rolls to make, he ALWAYS had a disgusted look on his face as if you were bothering him and he did not want to make your order at all. It always made me hesitant to ask for another roll. You should never feel that way at a restaurant or at any place of hospitality and customer service. The last reason was towards the end of my meal, I had ordered fried banana. Upon hearing my order, there were a few other customers that became interested and ordered some fried bananas for themselves. For whatever reason, they brought out fried bananas for everyone else except for mine. I was the reason the other customers placed orders in the first place. If I didn't go towards the back and reminded them, they would have forgotten, closed the kitchen and would have never received my food. I would return again because of the food and price but preferably not with that guy at the bar. He should be kept at the back. If you go there, hopefully you find a guy named Kenny who always gave his service with a smile.

    (3)

  • Robyn L.

    Delicious Sushi buffet. 17.95 per adult for dinner- drinks included. Just go up to the counter and pick off the boats.

    (5)

  • Michael T.

    4 years of eating here wrapped into a couple of points... Pros: -Games are usually shown here, so you can enjoy sports while eating here. -The staff is nice, but they are a bit impatient. What can you expect from a Chinese-owned Japanese restaurant? -MIXED Sashimi. period. -Grab-and-go style. Whatever you want, just take it. Cons: -Not gonna lie, it is not the "healthiest" places out there. -Could get crowded around the hours of 6PM to 7PM. -Takes a while to order stuff off the menu. Overall: If you're dead tired from Finals and Midterms, you should come here with your housemates and just eat your sorrows away.

    (3)

  • Pinktini M.

    This is a place one needs a guide to accompany them first time. Luckily you can watch the boats float by while studying the locals and learn the lay of the land. The boats are fun, however, they create an unexpected game of sushi roulette. The first couple grabs everything was going groovy. I'm happy, I have Sushi! Then came the bullet, a warm Philadelphia roll, warm salmon with a gooey glob of warm cream cheese. Ew, it's been on the boat too long. Then another bullet cold potstickers. Now, I'm scared and don't want anything more, off the boats, I'm done but not full. I have better AYCE sushi bars in Reno.

    (2)

  • Yvonne N.

    Decided to dine at Fuji's in Davis today since I was in the area and it's been so long! Reading over my review from 2008 brought back nothing but great memories from my very first novice visit to my many visits after that. I wanted to see how it was doing nowadays for myself because their latest reviews seem to resemble a roller coaster ride. "FIRST OFF", they've raised the prices. Lunch is now $14 before 2pm. Before our arrival, we were afraid there might be a long wait but we were surprised to see a nearly empty restaurant on a Tuesday afternoon. We chose to sit at the bar and I was again surprised to see a lot more non-sushi items on the sushi boats now. Everyone knows I'm a huge fan of fried chicken so the chicken wings were my first pick. You can see the MSG sprinkled all over it but that didn't keep me from chomping my way down to the bone. Sorry not sorry! Next was the chicken tempura, you can tell I love things fried, too...so bad. The chicken tasted like it had been sitting out for awhile but it was still edible. I also grabbed a plate of chap chae (korean noodles) but that was the one thing that wasn't edible. The noodles were still hard and there was no flavor. Now, you didn't think I went to a sushi buffet just to eat chicken, right? The sushi items on the circulating boats were pretty good. I always grab a plate of tobiko to add on top of my rolls, a trick I learned from Ricky N. We ordered a Fuji Roll, combination sashimi and mixed tempura. Everything was pretty good for a buffet. I had to back down a star because it's nowhere near what it was before (I'd probably give them 7 stars back then if I could). For AYCE, fish quality is decent. For anyone complaining about the food, I say go spend your $14 on one roll at Davis Sushi then!! As for service, they were really good to us today. They rightfully deserved their extra tip! I probably wouldn't go out of my way to come back like I used to because we have Fujis in Elk Grove now..but if I was in Davis and someone wanted Fujis, I wouldn't complain!

    (4)

  • Sara W.

    Having chunks of ice in your raw fish is NOT okay. Even if all of your fish come out of the freezer, at least THAW them properly! It's truly not that difficult to wait before serving them to your customers, because biting into a chunk of ice is not a pleasant experience at all. The fact that Fuji serves its fish like this is reason enough for me to give this place one star. But it gets worse, as the service is also terrible. I asked the waitress for a certain roll, and she looked annoyed and said "ask the chef." What is honestly the point of having waiters if we have to try to yell at the chefs over the barrier to give us something instead of simply having our orders taken? I know it's a buffet, but if they're offering you certain foods not on the sushi boat, you should make it easier for customers to order from said menu. Head over to Davis Sushi Buffet if you want decent sushi that isn't frozen.

    (1)

  • Johana M.

    Came here for dinner last Friday night. It was our first time here, and I think we were a little disappointed. Several friends had suggested this place for it's good food and good prices. Unfortunately it fell short, probably because of the high expectations we had for it. The place was nice, we did not like the "go stand by the counter and wait for food" idea. We know it's a buffet but they can make the process to get good more efficient. The service sucked, filled with rude people. Except ONE very kind busboy. The food itself could've been better, but I guess you get what you pay for. If it weren't for the friends I was with, I don't think I would've enjoyed it as much. I don't know if I want to come back to this place.

    (3)

  • Kevin L.

    Great buffet place for sushi and sashimi. Order as many rolls as you'd like and get party platter of sashimi.

    (4)

  • Jen N.

    This is the most expensive and best sushi buffet in Davis. Apparently the quality has depleted due to the change in ownership. Sushi buffets still satisfy any sushi cravings due to the amount you're just going to eat. I have to remember that quality and quantity have a converse relationship: buffets are automatically shoddier. Why do sushi buffets have to use so much sauces on their rolls anyway? Fuji drenches 'em in it. Go for the nigiri while you can! I don't know why Fuji doesn't attract a nice crowd, but some customers who go there are rude (I would say more but I need to be the bigger one. Plus I don't want to get jumped.) Maybe I'm just unlucky, but I've had experiences here where people stared us down while eating. One time a female customer at the sushi bar actually bitched that I "was all over" her and that I had to "get out" of her air space. Sorry you were sitting on the edge, grrrl. I remember when people at the bar kept taking my soft-shell crab... *headdesk* The system for ordering sushi can be confusing too, especially if you're sitting far away from it and can't hear the chefs calling out your order. The service is O.K. Who expects much from a buffet? They refilled my waters and weren't rude: good enough. One chef gave me an extra unagi nigiri order, so I'm pretty in love with him for that. There is 15% gratuity for larger groups (6+). They have dinky cakes that are super sweet, but I am all about the red bean sesame balls and oranges for dessert. Yes, they really do have really delicious and juicy oranges here. The fried bananas get soggy, so only get 'em when they're fresh. I still prefer Jusco right across the street since it's much more affordable (and actually is made-to-order), but Fuji does taste a little better.

    (3)

  • Danielle H.

    If you enjoy tons of rice and barely any fish this is the place for you. I guess it is a "college town" but I was completely unimpressed. On the upside the prices were cheap but then again you're pretty much paying for rice and imitation crab, and we ordered off the al a carte menu not the typical all you can eat hours when we went.

    (1)

  • Crystal W.

    TL;DR 1. Of the two sushi buffets in town that offer "sashimi-only" plates, I would definitely recommend Davis Sushi over Fuji's for many many reasons. If you like creative rolls, fresh nigiri, and great service, the newly opened Nami Sushi is very, very good. 2. I've been in Davis for 6 years now, and eating through all the ups and downs of sushi joints opening and closing, etc., I would say that even though Fuji's is the "original" sushi buffet, I don't come here unless people from out-of-town or new Davis buddies want to try it out. 3. The method of grabbing sashimi / ordering rolls is shouting over customers sitting at the sushi bar...so don't sit at the sushi bar unless you want people crowding over you to order and pick up the food. If you want hot food, move towards the ends of the bar to the angry lady in charge of hot food orders. 4. Overall: "apathetic" would be the word to describe the environment, food, and service. Seems like the owners bank on their hype, so the neither the service nor the food was even close to decent for me the past 2 times I've been here. FOOD While I understand that food quality can be lacking at a $14 lunch buffet / $18 dinner buffet, biting through frozen / icy fish is gross. Frozen octopus also has an interesting texture, but really, is it that difficult for a sushi restaurant to defrost the sashimi before serving it to customers? Most of the rolls are basically the same because they're drenched in the same 3 sauces. There aren't that many distinguishing characteristics or remotely memorable rolls. Baked fish for dinner can be limited in supply. They're tasty, but can also be really oily (with the oil spilling over the flat sushi dish). ENVIRONMENT Tables/counters are often unwiped, many of the plates are chipped or faded, and the chairs and table wobble. At least the menus are laminated. SERVICE Buffets aren't known for service, but you'll be interacting with many of the angriest employees ever in a 30 min time-span. If they're busy, forget refills - they'll keep forgetting to bring over your actual drink. They'll ignore you so you'll stand awkwardly over other customers at the sushi bar area, make you take multiple trips if you want more than 5 pieces of sashimi at a time, glare at you, and throw your food plate on the counter. RAGE IS THE WORD! Note: like others have mentioned, one guy in particular is extremely rude. He's in charge of the sashimi (short, bald, round-ish face) and will ignore customers, dump plates on the counter, refuse to give more than one plate for each "trip" (even if I'm grabbing an extra order for a mobility-limited person in the party). Try to avoid him if possible. OVERALL Davis is sushi-buffet-town. Fuji's is complacent from their hype. Don't come here unless you just want to try it out, because other places are much, much better. If you like sashimi, go to Davis Sushi Buffet, because at least their fish is defrosted completely, miso soup comes with lunch (as opposed to charging for it), and their servers aren't rude.

    (1)

  • Tommy A.

    Quantity over quality. That is what this place is all about. Went in for a lunch buffet and was not impressed. Sure you can eat as much as you want, but the rolls were stale and poorly made. To be fair, they were packed when I came in. To get food out quickly they stack roll after roll of sushi on top of the bar and onto their sushi boats when they get busy. These rolls are up for anyone to grab, however they are hanging around at room temperature and really just losing flavor. The rolls that i grabbed were skimpy. The California roll that I had was 99% crab (imitation) mix and the tiniest sliver of avocado. The avocado was almost unnoticeable. Perhaps this was to save money on expensive avocado or maybe the chef was having a bad day. Overall there is a lack of variety at the buffet, but you can order anything off the menu. However you have to walk up to the chef and shout at him what you want. Bottom line... If you are craving sushi and just want to stuff your face for cheap come here. If you want something with a little bit of quality, there are much better sushi restaurants. I will not be coming back.

    (2)

  • Jace X.

    came here when the elk grove shut down one day.. a lot smaller and sort of hard to find with Google maps.. waitress didn't come around for drinks, food selection was a lot smaller and the chefs weren't very attentive.. however food that was there was great and I got my sashimi fill so that's a positive..

    (3)

  • Justin P.

    If you come here, make sure you come with someone who knows how it actually works! My group and I were all new to Fuji and were used to AYCE sushi places where you fill out an order form and get your food brought to you so we kind of just looked like idiots sitting there. Eating here is really inconvenient and I know that's kind of a first world problem but it's pretty annoying. You have to get up and stand by the sushi moat to pick up pre-made dishes or order from the sushi man if what you want isn't on the moat. All the rolls on the moat are just some sort of variation of a California roll too which isn't that surprising. If you place an order, you kind of just stand there until the sushi man finishes your order 'cause he doesn't call you or anything. You just watch for your order. The sashimi is pretty good quality for AYCE but I never ordered any rolls since there's just a bunch of names on the menu with no description. It gets really crowded and it must be super awkward to sit at the bar. People are standing behind you and reaching in between you to grab food. I don't think I'd ever come back here unless I was super starving. It's not a bad experience. Just not necessarily a good one either.

    (2)

  • Mister N.

    Chefs do not make eye contact with you and will purposely ignore you. I don't think they like working here or rather they get kicks out of watching people squirm around in order to get waited on. I have been to other fuji restaurants, but this one is the worst I've been too. It, is in fact, the only sushi place where the chefs were not asian.

    (2)

  • Aria C.

    Came here quite a few times. Last time it was for my 21st bday xDD I was going to yell out to the crowd that it was my bday but my date was going to be so embarrassed by me so I didn't lol So I never found out if they'd sing happy birthday to you if you asked :(( But I really love their food. Especially when you can ask for fresh sashimi! I ordered salmon and mixed sashimi. Then it was my fav dish at all buffet places -- fried bananas!! A waste when it comes to buffets I know lol But I just love it! Absolutely adore it XD One of the Chinese ladies always has such an adorable smile on her face like she's really enjoying everything she does there. You can just tell she's got a child's spirit! Good for her!! Even coming here by myself, I didn't mind it much, except when that one time I was placed next to a kid, with his mom sitting next to him. Now that is something that is unpleasant. Cuz ya never know what you do or not do will accidentally encourage the parent to throw a temper tantrum at ya. Oh parents of young children! Starting to think overprotecting your kids is a sin in my dictionary. If you wanna be a nice person, gotta be nice to everyone! Staring at everyone with those hostiles eyes around your kids, that ain't the best influence you wanna have over them. No it ain't.

    (5)

  • MItch S.

    I'll keep it short and sweet. Used to come here 5 years ago for lunch. Food was great, line out the door and up the street. I love sushi, and not a food snob. Came here tonight. Food has no flavor, bland, and fish is not fresh. Fried/cooked food is stone cold. Horrible service. If you come here after reading this review, please send me your address and I'll send my trunk monkey over to slap you.

    (1)

  • Marsena V.

    This place is a little awkward for a buffet sushi restaurant (how it is set up), however, the sushi is great!!! Our waiter was very helpful, and nice too. Only $20.99 for dinner cannot beat that! Drinks are not included with price, also keep in mind only drinks & appetizers are ordered through your waiter. The rest you have to grab from the conveyer belt, or order the special rolls from the sushi chef.

    (5)

  • Rowena L.

    It is what it is: a sushi buffet. Pretty much the average sushi you'd expect in a college town, but with great sashimi options and quite an amazing price. Not the place to go if you want exquisite sushi, but great deal for a solid sushi buffet.

    (4)

  • Kristine P.

    The service and food was okay. The sashimi was definitely not fresh, it was still a bit icy. There also wasn't much sushi to choose from and the shrimp tempura was soggy and gross. The one on El Grove is definitely A LOT better.

    (2)

  • Stephanie W.

    $13 for ayce sushi lunch. Seriously I have never seen a cheaper deal than this. The quality may not be the best, but it is acceptable and especially for that price? It's practically a steal. I've had to go to places that were +$20 for ayce and the rolls came with a lot of rice and tiny pieces of fish. And THOSE were decent. Here you can get slices of sashimi!! SLICES OF SASHIMI ONLY! and it's still $13! You can easily eat $13 worth of sashimi..that's like half a lb of sashimi...(EASY!) and get your moneys worth. And they have the novelty of a sushi boat. Davis is so lucky to have so much good food in it..and this is one of the many good places..for the value and food quality.. nothing beats this!!!

    (5)

  • Steven M.

    Average at best. All the rolls on the boat have deep fried shrimp. When I asked for sashimi under the "All you can eat" price I got mad dogged. Turn on the air conditioning in this place, it was super hot and smelly in the restaurant. Plenty of better places to get Sushi in Davis. Jusco Japanese Restaurant is way better and fresher. 228 G St Davis, CA 95616 Get Directions Phone number (530) 750-2869

    (1)

  • Chris B.

    This place is Terrible!! Got up & left the restaurant in 3 mins. After being seated at a sticky table I felt sick. The sushi chefs don't wear chef hats, how unsanitary. It's too dark, the servers are rude, and it's a self service place for $15. No, no, no thank you. I'm sorry. Not coming back here ever again lol.

    (1)

  • Amanda Y.

    I like this place best in Davis for sushi buffet, but it can still be improved. For one thing, sometimes the sashimi is still half frozen when I bite into it. Awkward. Also, when you go up to the bar to order sashimi, now they inly allow you to order one plate at a time, which I just find inefficient because that means I have to keep getting up to get one and then sit back down to eat it and then repeat that 4 more times... Other than that though, the staff is friendly enough, and they are attentive to refill your water, which I like. And the price is good for both lunch and dinner.

    (3)

  • Carpe D.

    It was my first time at Fuji Sushi Boat and I was enjoying the sushi boats floating by. As I was about to grab another place, it appears: A COCKROACH! It on the stainless steel area between the boats and where they were preparing sushi. I can't imagine how filthy the kitchen must be in order for the cockroach to walk around like it owned the place! GROSS!

    (1)

  • Jeff I.

    I always overeat at this place. I'd say the quality is about the same as most AYCE sushi places, the difference is that they don't make it seem as though they are trying to be make it difficult for you to get your money's worth (ie, their fish isn't super skimpy, boats are kept full, and they offer sashimi).

    (4)

  • Nik B.

    Let's start with the backdrop: Monday night, approximately 7 or so. Now to the story: A friend and I went here (on her recommendation). We're both college students, so we like cheap (Hey, we can't all be Bill Gates). We were craving sushi, so she recommended this place. A sushi buffet was the logical "splurge" choice. When we came in, there was no wait at the bar. Yes! The bar was the whole reason why we came. :) We were immediately asked what we would like to drink. My friend got hot tea, and I got root beer and water. (I would like to say that the waitress came by a fair amount. No she won't ask you if you'd like a refill. You need to ask her.) When she left, my attention immediately turned to the boats. And that was that. We ended up picking up/ordering a bunch of stuff and sharing between the two. Chicken skewers, some rib thingy (I didn't eat, sorry), inari, dragon roll, Gyoza, miso soup, Korean noodles, veggie tempura, edamame, cucumber thingys (again, didn't eat that) to name some. Oh, and Sake Nigiri (Samon nigiri)! For dessert we tried strawberry and coffee cake. Food pros: - Sake Nigiri. Was fresh (taste, smell, and texture tests). Melted in your mouth like sake nigiri should. Better than I've had at other Japanese sushi specialty restaurants. - inari. It's my favorite. They did it well. Ate more of those things than I probably should have. - Gyoza. There were no questionable clunks and chunks in there. Thank you. Food cons: - miso soup (sigh... It was instant. You could tell by the size of the tofu and the texture of the seaweed. I'm not a big fan of instant.) - Korean noodles. I'm not a big fan of -warm- Korean glass noodles. I like them cool. - strawberry/coffee cake. I'm not a big fan of mousse, and at least 50% of this cake is mousse. I found the coffee cake to be too bitter, and the strawberry had a strange artificial aftertaste. A weird tang. About the dragon roll... If you're the only person in your party who eats the stuff, either wait for some to come around on the boats or ask them to make you half. Eating a whole custom order will fill/kill you! My friend learned that lesson... Hahaha. :D I will note that the custom orders, there were two men behind the bar making the sushi. Both did a very good job, and they remembered who have ordered what, even when more people came in when there were multiple orders going at once. They gave me nicer customer service then the waitress did! I did not encounter a one dish per trip policy, and ordered multiple things at once. But that might be because they aren't as busy on a Monday night. Bottom line: 19.40 per person for dinner. Free drink and miso soup at dinner time. Not bad. I would come back when I'm starving (because I want my 20$ worth, don't judge), only on not-so-busy weeknights. I would never come here on Friday or Saturday nights, because I can imagine how badly crowded it would be. I don't want to put my armpit in someone's face, nor have theirs in mine. Note: Now remember kids, when you go to a buffet, you sacrifice quality for quantity. So don't go in there thinking Thomas Keller is going to make you some damn fine sushi art. He's not. But the sushi is still pretty good. ^.^ and I can cross it off my bucket list.

    (4)

  • Krista S.

    Went to this sushi buffet after a snowboarding weekend up in Tahoe. So hungry, that the word "buffet" and "sushi" was all we needed to venture over here. Apparently they raised their buffet price to $13.95 for lunch and $17.95 for dinner. They close lunch at 2:00pm so get there beforehand. This place is pretty small for a buffet place. The carousel is in the back of the restaurant and other people are also eating there.. so you're reaching over people who are trying to eat and it's kinda hard to get your food. It's also very annoying to order, considering you can't just order from a waiter, you have to yell your order to the people making the sushi and if they happen to hear you then yay! and if not you're kinda stuck there til they pay attention to you. The variety of sushi that they actually place on the sushi boat is not a lot. You will have to order sashimi and even tuna and salmon rolls. Good thing though is they have chicken wings and teriyaki chicken and fish as well as part of the buffet which was awesome. Also, they don't charge you if you happen to not finish your food, which is good. Quality of food was decent. For a buffet, you shouldn't expect that great of a quality. I'm just happy that I didn't get sick from anything lol... but they def use a lot of rice to compensate for the small amount of fish they place in the sushi. Again, buffet. Great place if you're hungry and looking for cheap sushi. Parking is pretty easy but you will be fighting with a lot of college kids since this is right near UC Davis.

    (3)

  • Cynthia B.

    Mmmmm so much sushi to finally satisfy my sushi cravings. This is a pretty decent place with their hugeeeeee rolls and alright sashimi. This was my first time and I sure enjoyed it except for the little incident of me splashing soy sauce over myself. Anywho, to order sushi, we had to go up to the boat and order from the chefs in the middle of the boat. I had so much trouble doing this because people say that I have a soft voice and there were people eating around the sushi boat! I didn't exactly want to be screaming in their ears while they were trying to enjoy their food. It also got a bit confusing as to who ordered what because everyone's around the boat trying to order all at the same time while there were only about 3-5 guys in the middle trying to make all the magic happen. Andddd I disliked that I had to keep reaching over the people eating to grab my food. I'm a petite girl so my arms and legs do not have exactly the capacity to reach over and grab the food without being in someone's way. Otherwise, the rolls are pretty delicious!

    (3)

  • Wok Star X.

    Decent fish quality for all-you-can-eat. Service is ok.

    (4)

  • Andie T.

    I always come here with friends to celebrate occasions, sushi is always delicious--and I'm very glad that sashimi is part of the all you can eat. Service can be slow at times due to how busy they get, and it's hard to flag down people if you want something off the menu instead of the sushi boats. Will always come here to fulfill my sushi cravings!

    (4)

  • Jason T.

    Why are there so many sushi buffets in Davis?? The amount of fish that this city goes through must be absurd. Regardless, here's my take on Fuji. After my party got seated, we had no idea what to do. We didn't get a menu, and we were just sitting there for five minutes before we realized we were supposed to get our own food. Wish the hostess said something! Though there is plenty of food in the floating boats, the best dishes have to be ordered at the counters. Ordering food was difficult, to say the least. You had to speak OVER other customers in order to order sashimi and nigiri, and it felt so awkward when the customers would look behind them and stare you in the eye as they try to finish their food. I swear I would rather not do this if I had the choice! In addition there is this awkward moment after you order where you're wondering whether you should stay standing at the counter or go back to your table and return afterwards. The fish was quite lacking in quality. Some of the fish came to us still half frozen and devoid of the flavor you would expect. Otherwise the rolls are pretty delicious, and I recommend all the specialty rolls on the menu. The fried foods came out very fast but were SUPER greasy. I know what you're thinking, "dude, they're FRIED!". There was just so much oil inside the breading and all that oil adds up so quickly. The soft shelled crab had this strange taste to it and the fried oysters ranged in quality, but try them before you judge. The dessert cake was terrible. THERE I SAID IT. Don't get the cubes of mango/strawberry dessert!! You're better off with the edamame or sliced oranges. My experience with the food wasn't great, but here I met some great people. The customers were friendly and the owner was happy to talk about herself and family.

    (3)

  • Phil C.

    Pros: *good quality fish (at least for Davis). Salmon and hamachi sashimi pretty were fresh. *chefs are pretty attentive and fast, just make eye contact if you want something or tell them. *boats are cool (try the fried bananas) Cons: *food on the boats can be old and rolls are covered in sauce (but you can ask for them w/o it from the chefs). *The waitress forgot our soda, but actually she was pretty good other than that and even the bus boys were attentive and refilled waters quickly. Definitely better than the other sushi buffets in Davis and the salmon was as fresh as Zen Toro or Mikuni IMO. $13.95 for lunch. $17.95 for dinner. Get some Tums if you go HAM and regret it later. You're welcome ;)

    (4)

  • Jesse I.

    Fuji's is great and the waitresses are super friendly. You can go up to bar and ask the chefs to make a lot of stuff to order. My main problem with them is that after having come here a while, the selection is getting boring. Some of the food sits on the belt for god knows how long so I've have on more than one occasion picked up stale/dry rice. Still a great place nonetheless and their soft shell crab is delicious.

    (4)

  • Crystal L.

    They have a bunch of sushi boats that go around the bar and you pick and choose what you want. There aren't that many choices there, but you can always order rolls from the chef. They no longer serve soft shell crab, which is extremely disappointing, since that was one of the best things on their menu. I ordered a plate of sashimi, which was one of the worst decisions I made. I love sashimi, but this was one of the worst I've ever had. It wasn't fresh at all, and instead of being nice and soft, the pieces I ate were frozen! Also, the people that take your orders are all so rude. It makes the eating experience less enjoyable. If your food is lacking in taste, at least have good customer service so I would maybe come back. I used to love coming to Fujis, but not anymore.

    (1)

  • Gabby D.

    2 1/2 , 3 stars at the most. I walked into a dim lit restaurant with one host and 4 sushi chefs. I sat down and water was immediately brought out. When my water got low it was refilled. The sushi chefs stood there on there phones and were mingling to themselves. I stood up to order expecting one of them to look up in acknowledgement- I was wrong. Food - Mediocore and honestly disgusting in my opinion. Drenched in tobiko and a sticky sauce that isn't suppose to be that sticky. I couldn't bite through the seaweed and everything was chewy and warm. At the end, of it all I wanted to throw up. I enjoyed the bottomless Edamame though. I wouldn't come back. The dim-lit, awkward atmosphere decided for me and my boyfriend to leave 15 minutes in. Worse $40 spent.

    (2)

  • Ryan C.

    Lunch buffet was eh (or meh, either one). Don't have much to say about it other than: 15 bucks a person after tax for sushi that was, at best, just alright. Given the price, was hoping for it to be a little better than what it was. Overall experience was fine.

    (3)

  • Maggi K.

    It's a sushi buffet so I expect that the sashimi may or may not come slightly frozen. But I'm a poor college student and I love sashimi so I'm not going to complain. The sushi chefs behind the boats are really attentive. How they manage to remember every request they're given is insane. They aren't stingy with the sashimi and don't give you the dirty look (like the people at Davis Sushi Buffet do) when you keep going back for more. Most of the time, my sashimi comes A-Ok and luckily, I've never gotten food poisoning. The rolls all taste the same after awhile because as many people have already said, they drown it in unagi sauce and/or mayo. Do try - BAKED SALMON HEAD (especially when it's fresh from the oven!) Skip - Lion King Roll - I just...didn't like it.

    (3)

  • Elaine Y.

    stopped by on the way to a camping trip. overall it was ok. not spectacular but not yucky either. it was under $20 for dinner!!! you need to go to the sushi bar to order your specific rolls or anything in particular you want. they have a sushi boat that comes around and you can pick from there as well. i really liked the gyoza which has a slight ginger flavor which was great. it was hot and fresh when we got it. the sashimi was ok, a bit dry and not well flavored. i've had better. rolls were by better then the sashimi. the rolls had a sauce which i would rather not have, but it was under $20!! can't get over all you can eat sushi that didn't make me sick for under $20 for dinner.

    (3)

  • Katrina T.

    Discovered this place years ago and decided to return here with the fam bam this past weekend. Here's what you need to know: 1) $12.95 for lunch $17.95 for dinner for ALL you can eat sushi! 2) You can request special orders OR order from the menu OR pick up any of the sushi rolls from the boats! 3) They have MUCH MUCH more than JUST sushi! like Edamame, tempura, cake/desserts, udon order ANYTHING & EVERYTHING 4) They have Soft Shell Crab and lots lots lots of it! My new favorite sushi! 5) Come RIGHT when it opens otherwise you will wait for quite some time and not have enough time to eat! 6) You will leave satisfied, full, and have food coma Their sushi rolls are not stingy. They are decent sized portions that you would order at any other restaurant that would probably cost you about $12 per roll. Here you can pig out! I eat uncontrollably here and have to unbutton my pants after because its too tight!

    (5)

  • Mary N.

    This place has a very good salmon sashimi, which is my favorite & I'm only here for it. I've never ate sashimi before, but I'm getting addicted to the salmon sashimi here at this place.

    (5)

  • Christine R.

    It's ai-ight, nothing to brag about. Once we rolled up, I realized what kind of sushi place we were dealing with (obviously not authentic). I suppose if you're a college kid attending UC Davis, this place is a spectacular deal; college kids can EAT! As we walked in, several little boys around the ages of 6-9 greeted us, I was thinking "no child labor law here". They wiped and setup the tables, then these kids seated us promptly. This place covers most of their sushi rolls with a heavy, creamy, sweet sauce to hide all the crap under it. The sashimi was frozen, they forgot to thaw it. There's other stuff you'll find on the boat like dim sum, sesame balls, and weird looking dessert. I can't understand the hype - I had to see it for myself, now I'm never going back. I'm sticking with sushi in San Francisco!

    (1)

  • Cathy W.

    I like Fujis! Excellent customer service and delicious sushi. It would be four stars but sometimes the sushi chefs are really rude and wont take your order... but when they do, its amazing food.

    (3)

  • chloe m.

    This place is so much fun! I came here for the first time with my boyfriend a few days ago. We came for the sushi lunch buffet. All you can eat basically anything for $13.95 per person! Considering how expensive sushi is usually,this was definitely a steal. You sit at the sushi bar and little boats float by with gyoza,edamame,and all kinds of sushi. They also have fruit and assorted sashimi you can order. Everything is delicious. I ate a lot! I recommend sitting at the bar with the boats if at all possible. Staff are polite and within reach.

    (5)

  • Samantha N.

    Awesome. Just tried this place for the first time and completely underestimated it. Fish is FRESH, which is surprising for an all-you-can-eat place. They're quick, which is great for an in-and-out trip. Not sure how I would be able to go here for lunch- I'd be toast for the rest of the day. This is our new staple, though!!

    (5)

  • Harvey C.

    Sometimes I really wonder how could anyone rate this place under a five star. If you love sushi, and I mean LOVE sushi, and you love oysters and soft shell crabs and sashimi, this place would be like heaven to you. Basically it is like any other sushi buffet. You have rotating boats filled with sushi that you can pick up as you like. You can also get special rolls like spider and dragon rolls in the counters above the boats. THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT PART: What makes this place worth 20 dollars is actually the things you DON'T see! One of which is the sashimi. While I admit, the sashimi is not the best of quality (sometimes it's slightly frozen still), I can order AS MUCH AS I LIKE! This is the place I go to when I feel no sense of shame and I eat sashimi and sushi until my hearts content. What sets this place different from others is also the fried food you can order. They have, check this: Fried Oysters and Fried Soft Shell Crab!!! OYSTERS AND CRAB! As much as you want. I can not even describe how much I love these. There are vegetable and shrimp tempura too, but mainly the oysters and crab. Did I mention Oyster and Crab? For 20 dollars, this is as good as a pure sushi buffet gets. Definitely check this place out, and you MUST order or it won't be worth it. Note: Sadly, there have been multiple occasions where they had a "shortage" of soft shell crabs, which sucks. Still, I love this place (:

    (5)

  • Samantha K.

    Delicious all you can eat sushi! Sometimes they are overwhelmed by people but being patient is very helpful. It's hard to ask questions to the chefs so I would say ask a waitress instead.

    (5)

  • Nancy V.

    I was really disappointed after all the good things I've heard and read. The service was ok, the sushi was ok and it was not even busy. I don't think I'll make this trip again.

    (1)

  • lee T.

    It was a 3.5 star experience for the price it can't be beat food was good, great location mediocre Ambience ....great for hanging out and getting drinks afterwards

    (3)

  • Christel T.

    Lunch is around $13 for all you can eat. If you come right when they open, the food is fresher. You can order anything on the menu even if they are not on the sushi boats. The rolls are good for the price. There's parking across the street, which is nice. They do close in between lunch and dinner so check the time before you decide to go. I'm going to give it 3 stars for how affordable it is for ok sushi that will fill you up.

    (3)

  • Takeshi C.

    Most of the people that go here i assume are from Davis and lets face it Davis isnt exactly the first place that comes to mind when thinking of great seafood, but for what it is its certainly not too bad. They have a wide selection here as opposed to Davis Sushi buffet. My personal favorites are the Lion King Roll and the Soft Shell crab, but the rest is just average. I love sashimi but this is not the place i would go to for sashimi, Ive been here multiple times and multiple times ive gotten salmon sashimi crusted with ice which is a big no no. 18 bucks for dinner ayce sushi is a great value though, i usually pay 30 in socal but quality is better.

    (3)

  • Evan L.

    I used to come to this place a lot when I was a student at UC Davis. Revisited this place after 4 years, everything was a disappointing. First, the portions are not as generous, rolls only have thin slices of sashimi, but lots rice. The staff there are just mean. I didn't expect any good service, but they all showed that they hated their jobs and didn't want to talk to you. I said excuse me to grab attention from the chef at the sushi bar. The guys didn't reply to me until 5 min later and only asked "what do you want?" I told him what I wanted and he made my order and place it on counter, no words. I was like "REALLY?" Never coming back to this place ever again. Next time, I may just go to the Davis Sushi Buffet down the block. At least, you feel like your request is being noted.

    (1)

  • James L.

    PSA: Fuji and Davis Sushi Buffet are NOT the only places to eat in Davis. When you visit, stop asking us (Davis students) to go there. It's not good and I'm sick of going every time people decide to visit. Hell, just go to Vacaville. That's probably the real reason why you came up this far anyway. Alright onto the review, I've been here way too many times to count. The sushi here SUCKS. First, let's talk about the rolls. Don't let that brown color on the dragon rolls fool you. That ain't the teriyaki sauce they drench everything in. That, my friends, is the color of oxidized avocados that have been sitting around all day. Let's move onto the sashimi. I've sometimes read complaints of frozen sashimi at other restaurants, but I've never experienced it myself. Until now. Thank you Fuji for giving me the experience of eating crappy frozen sashimi. I swear the sashimi from SAFEWAY is better than this. The thing is though, you might not even be able to taste all of this craptastic "sushi". Whenever you want to order something that hasn't been sitting on the sushi boats for hours, they will tell you five minutes. In what sort of "The Persistence of Memory" universe do the sushi chefs measure time? We ended up getting our rolls 30 minutes after we ordered them. TL;DR: Eat here and you will be disappointed if you are looking for quality sushi and sashimi.

    (1)

  • Jamie C.

    The Good: Lion King Roll (Takes about 10-12 mins so put in your order early!) Sashimi / Nigiri - everything (if ordered directly from the folks behind the counter) The Bad: Flies/Gnats/Boat food that's been sitting out too long Overall impression: If it wasn't for my cousins graduation I probably would have never gone here. But good experience nonetheless. I haven't really had an all-you-can-eat joint in probably over 8 years. Hit the spot.

    (4)

  • Sara S.

    Good value for the money. This is my favorite all-you-can-eat sushi place in Davis. I wish it was a little cleaner. They need to clean their windows and make the atmosphere nicer. Other than that, I love the place!

    (4)

  • Dion W.

    Food - 3.5 Service - 2 Atmosphere - 3 Overall - 2.5 Davis is known for their all you can eat sushi buffets. There are a lot rolling around the busy downtown streets. Fuji's is supposed to be one of the best, but unfortunately it is not. Although they have a somewhat cheap lunch (14 w/ gratuity comes out to 17), the quality of the actual sushi rolls is lacking. The rolls are practically indistinguishable from one another. The sake and unagi taste pretty fresh, but many people have complained about leaving here with the runs so I would be wary of fresh fish. Then again, expecting the best sashimi from a sushi buffet is a little ignorant on it's own. Stick with the fried oysters and soft shell crabs - those are delicious. The reason why this place gets such a low review is the service. It is the worst. There are no waiters that walk around and take your orders. You must go up to the sushi boat station (which is surrounded by other customers eating) and yell your order out to the chefs there. I swear they are paid to either ignore you for the longest they can or look angrily at you when you order. The non chefs in the kitchen also do their best to ignore you. They all seem like they do not enjoy either their jobs or the fact that they have customers yelling orders to them 24/7. If the latter is true, why don't they change the way they run the business or the way customers order? Seems quite inane to me. Not coming back again. Just wanted to stop by because the one in Elk Grove was delicious. Quite a shame.

    (2)

  • Sarah Robin S.

    Being that I do not live locally to this location, I've only been here three times in the past few years. The atmosphere is really nice and really welcoming. Their service is also great and their pricing is very affordable. Although they have everything up to par, their options on sushi is very limited. There aren't a lot of options to choose from, which are only the popular dishes that are known. And to order a dish may take a while being that the chef is constantly taking orders and filling the sushi boats. But unlimited amount of sashimi for a very affordable price, you would still be very pleased.

    (4)

  • Diana C.

    When I first moved to Davis for my freshman year of college, I found this place to be really awesome. The price was cheap, the rolls were good, I definitely went there a lot my first year and my parents would come here every time they visited me. Over the years, Fuji's has really deteriorated in quality. The rolls aren't as good anymore, the meat is sometimes still frozen when served, and there are always so many flies in the restaurant now. xP For a good sushi buffet, go to the Fuji's in Elk Grove.

    (2)

  • Emily L.

    I was really expecting the sushi to be good at least, especially that I've heard that this Fuji's is better than the one in Elk Grove. It was very disappointing; they don't know how to make good sushi. I feel like they just slap it all together. I don't recommend for anyone to eat here unless all the other sushi places in Davis are closed.

    (2)

  • Cynthia L.

    Best sushi buffet in Davis. I have been here 15+ times! It's the only sushi buffet I'll frequent now. The sashimi here is delectable! I haven't had satisfying sashimi at any other sushi buffet in Davis. I love that they also have a large selection of hot foods. You can order anything off their menu! I love their vegetable tempura and their soft shell crab. I always get plates and plates of sashimi and you really get your money's worth! They don't skimp and don't limit the amount you can eat! Their rolls are the best I've had at a sushi buffet too. Almost comparable to rolls at actual sit down restaurants that you order by the roll. It might sound strange but their oranges are really good too.. I have no idea where they get them from because they are ALWAYS the perfect amount of tangy and sweet. I also always finish my meal off with some sesame balls and fried bananas! Delicious.

    (5)

  • Diana M.

    Dear Fuji, It's been fun for a while hanging out with you. But it's over. I'm done with eating here....If you look around the place it's dirty...And, do you really want people passing food over your head while sitting at the sushi bar? The plates going round and round start looking boring....The chefs behind the counter don't make it easy to order....But the deal-breaker for me is the constant sounds of clearing of dishes, slamming plates into a busboy bin and wiping down the tables with the same dirty rag...Yuck! God knows what the kitchen standards are....I'll spend my money elsewhere. It's over Fuji. Good luck.

    (1)

  • Patrick T.

    Great sushi buffet, very reasonably priced. Sit at the sushi bar, and you can ask the chef to make you plates of your favorite sashimi. The place is always packed.

    (4)

  • Matt M.

    Wonderful place for ayce sushi. A little on the smaller side in terms of space in the restaurant for the amount of people, but they always have food coming out! They have a variety of rolls and do take requests (not only for rolls, but for other dishes like soft shell crab and my favorite: unagi with no rice). I actually prefer Davis Sushi Buffet because I like the flavors there more, but this place is awesome too!

    (4)

  • Jacque C.

    This sushi buffet has everything you can ask for and MORE...all at an unbelievably great price! There's always a long line at this place. It's insane how people get here earlier than 11 AM (which is when it opens) and stand in line for 1+ hour! Yes, that's right! Prepare to wait at least an hour if you're coming here over the weekend for lunch, especially if you're coming with a large party. But, worry not because the wait is well worth it! Don't come here expecting you can order a plate of sashimi that came right out of a five-star restaurant. But, you can expect to order unlimited food and trust that it'll still taste good (maybe not as a good as a five-star restaurant, but then again...you're not paying a five-star price). Where else can you get sashimi, calamari, soft-shelled crabs, tempura, potstickers, egg rolls, sushi (Dragon Rolls, California Rolls, etc.), desserts, and much more for only $13.95 (for lunch)?! And not to mention, it's all UNLIMITED! I've been to the other sushi buffet around Davis, and this place is my favorite.

    (4)

  • Steven B.

    The price is pretty cheap for an all you can eat dinner which is $18 and the fish is pretty fresh here. There's a pretty big selection of different kinds of sushi, but they have a somewhat small specialty sushi menu. The people behind the sushi boat bar will take requests and make what you ask them to or you could pick up sushi plates at their sushi boat bar. The only problem I have with this place is their lousy layout design. This place is modeled as a sushi boat place so if you get the tables and not the bar seating, you need to get up and walk to get the sushi. That's not really too bad itself, but the sushi boat travels in a double U shape and the only place to get the plates are on the two sides at the top of the U. It gets crowded at these two areas and there isn't really a screen guard so whoever sneezes, coughs, or whatever onto the plates, have fun with that. One last thing is the left side to pick up plates is probably the worst. The boats travel clockwise so the right side gets first picks.

    (3)

  • Danielle B.

    There is not one thing I did not LOVE about this place. They offer a wide variety of rolls that come included in the all you can eat price, as well as different types of tempura, sashimi and bbq meat like chicken and thin cut ribs. I love going there to hang out with friends, or on a date with my hubby. The staff is always polite and friendly, and you can't beat their prices for the quality and quantity of food you can get. This place is GREAT!

    (5)

  • Kevin L.

    Wow, this is definitely the spot to hit up on your way back from a ski trip. We got there on the tail end of the lunch buffet, but they assured us that as long as we were seated by 2 pm, they'd feed us 'til we burst. $13.95/person is already a decent price for a buffet, but everything on the menu is orderable! We each swarmed the back area with the boats and snagged up some unagi, salmon, and the various incarnations of the California roll (unagi atop, mayo and fake crab atop, etc.). Then we realized we were eating way too much rice to reach buffet supremacy. The golden era of the meal was definitely ordering up platter after platter of sashimi (tai, salmon, maguro, hamachi), soft-shell crab, fried oysters (nom nom nom), and short ribs. The people who work here are pretty quick with orders and also with remembering exactly who ordered what. We were packed to the gills with food, and I was hoping the lady would forget my order of short ribs, but she caught my eye and hollered at me to pick up the meat. Ay. We finished off with some orange slices and mango petit fours. The sad thing about the food here is that it was definitely better than some sushi places in SF that aren't all you can eat. And it's certainly much much better than Todai or Hokkaido or any of the similar eateries, and at half the price.

    (4)

  • Jennifer Z.

    This is my second time here. First time was nice, food was great, however the second time is horrible. I ordered salmon sashimi and when I first bit into my sashimi, it was frozen :(. The sushi was also poorly made and the miso soup is bland. I believe the good chief have left, and so this place is no longer good...

    (2)

  • Clark Y.

    Sushi buffet with an unbelievable price, but you pay for what you get! Took time out of my summer for a norcal trip to Davis. Friends told me about this place and that i had to try it. So lunch is ONLY 13.95..which is pretty amazing for people who have a budget. Barely a waiting time on a sunday afternoon...At first..i sat there at the table..and waited for a server. Like an idiot, my friend told me that you don't need to order from the server, just go up to the "boat" and pick whatever sushi, appetizer, dessert you want! "OOO" i yell out..and then i started walkingg.. Up to the front..theres a river and on top of the river..plates of different types of appetizers, sushi rolls, and desserts! I find this very fascinating as i just stood there and picked up what i wanted, kinda fun like a game! Tried the rainbow roll, eel roll, salmon nigiri, and yellowtail nigiiri, appetizers such as seaweed salad, fried tofu, chicken teriyaki, etc. I dont remember what else i had. Taste wise, i consider it average. Not the freshest taste of sushi but does get you full and i was satisfied. Service was average as i waited several minutes for water and napkins.. for an affordable price and the amount of food you get..this place is a must stop!

    (3)

  • Matthew K.

    Over the course of this past weekend... (Including picnic day) i came here twice. AND LOVED EVERY SECOND OF IT. So, 2 people for dinner is 39.. round to 40. times two. I spent 80 bucks here in two days. Lovely. All you can eat sushi, whats not to love? Even better, included in that all you can eat sushi is sashimi. FREAKING DELICIOUS! Ok, here is what made me go twice and what makes me want to come here so often. They do a delicious lion king roll. Probably ranked one of the top three best lion kings ive had. Also - at this price? ITS AMAZING. I understand the selection may not be as extensive as some other places, but the sushi chefs are willing to make you anything as long as you tell them how? Amazing. Great. I'm a bit lucky i dont go to school at davis... I swear i would always come here for dinner and be such a broke person :(. Thank you Fuji for being so awesome. Thank you and CURSE you for being so far away. I'll be back DEFINITELY

    (5)

  • Jennea R.

    All I can say is 1. I will only sit at the bar... 2. I love this place for lunch or dinner 3. I eat too way too much when I come here So good!

    (4)

  • Ulysses G.

    I FINALLY got to try this place. it's real good. Kinda like davis sushi, you request the rolls through the chefs. or you can just grab whatever's floating on the boats. i enjoy that fuji roll or whatever its called :]. it's jam-packed. the fried banana is good too. drinks (tea or soda) come with the meal. i also saw that they have bento boxes for to-go order only. don't forget to ask for some sri racha to mix in w/ the soy sauce ;].

    (4)

  • Grace C.

    There is nothing like stuffing your face with all-you-can-eat sushi after a long day of playing up in the snow. MMMMMM. Unfortunately, everyone else realizes this fact too, so be prepared for a wait if you come here at peak hours. FOOD Pretty decent for the most part. It's not super top-notch, but it's a good value for the money. In addition to sushi, there's also seaweed salad, gyoza, shrimp tempura, veggie tempura, edamame, noodles, and orange slices & little cake slices for dessert. In addition to grabbing the pre-loaded sushi boats that swim by, you can also ask the employees for special rolls or sashimi if you want. The edamame was bleh, couldn't put my finger on why they weren't that good - maybe they were just too mushy/flavorless. The noodles that I got were super duper rubbery, like they'd been sitting there for hours. Maybe I just grabbed the wrong (oldest) boat of noodles, but still: gross. AMBIANCE Not the greatest - it's busy, bustling, and not in the least romantic, so don't like propose to your girlfriend here or anything. I'm torn about whether it's better to sit at the bar or at a real table. If you sit at the bar, you get first dibs on everything that comes out because the sushi boats are floating by right in front of you... but you might have to deal with a constant group of people hovering near you and reaching past you or over you for the food - that could get annoying real fast. SERVICE Pretty decent - the buffet comes with free tea. Perfect for warming you up.

    (4)

  • Tes Y.

    For this price, either lunch or dinner, this buffet is worth every penny! The dinner cost almost $20, but you get soda and miso soup with the buffet. Plus, that's how much a single roll could cost at another Japanese restaurant! The wait can range from 15-30 min. I love the: Yellotail/Smoked Salmon/Salmon Sashimi- fresh and moist slivers Spicy Hamatchi/Salmon Skin Handrolls Fried soft shelled crab Dragon Roll Edamame Beans Fried Bananas Chefs are fast. Service is efficient. Tip: You want your rolls to be freshly made by the chef, so don't be afraid to call out!

    (4)

  • Alicia A.

    I love it here!!!!! I've been going here since 2003, when I was a freshman at UC Davis. I live all the way in the bay area and I still manage to come here once a month or so. Quite the drive for a sushi buffet. The quality of sushi goes hand in hand with the price you pay, which is why I gave it five stars. You pay about $17 for the dinner buffet. This includes: all-you-can-eat sushi, miso soup and bottomless soda. I usually order soft shell crab, shrimp tempura and salmon sashimi. I've tasted almost every single roll. My LEAST favorite is the Philadelphia roll. It has way too much cream cheese. Aside from the Philadelphia roll, everything else is good. If you live in Davis, you MUST try this place. If you end up hating it at least you can say you've tried it!!

    (5)

  • Adam T.

    I LOVE this place, I usually am skeptical with sushi buffets and the selection vs price, I must say this place put all my fears to rest. We drove an hour and a half and it was more than worth it. The Y2K Roll, Salmon Skin roll, korean short ribs, desserts were all so delicious, 30$ for 2 people and we ate enough for 2 dinners. Im a sushi snob, this place is good for the price! Go if you can and if yoy dont like it, I think your tastebuds suuuuuck ^_^

    (5)

  • Amy Q.

    1 roll for $15 or AYCE for $15? Thats the question that boggles my mind, and honestly, the mayonnaise laden, uber rice, fishy fish, and questionable sanitation keeps me away from this place. Even with the nice hot foods: korean noodles, wings, tempura. I rather go eat sensibly with quality and not feel pressured to get in n out. I do love the concept, and I guess when I was in high school this place was the spot. But maybe my taste buds have changed or theres has too, in making this place inviteable again. Tables are dirty, menus are sticky, smells like fish. Weird combination of lots of hands touching the food that goes on the belt. Snarky waitresses and cook staff. I gave them 2 stars for bomb crab salad..might as well. But the sauces are over kill, and the things that are supposed to be fried & crispy were greasy and soggy.

    (2)

  • Beverly T.

    I got in a super weird gross cheap/buffet sushi craving mode for like a month straight and I was determined to eat at ALL the AYCE sushi places I could find. Yes, I'm disgusting and so is Fuji's. Sushi: Sake - FROZEN. Maguro - Ran out. Hamachi - They hacked it out in odd shaped pieces and it was half frozen. Unagi - Pretty good. Tai - Decent. Masago - Can't go wrong with this cause you just buy it and put it on rice. They put a quail egg on it for me so that was nice. Cooked foods: Do I really have to push and shove and fight my way through this massive crowd of Davis students just to snatch a soggy, greasy ass piece of food before someone else does? Almost all the food was soggy, even when you got it fresh. Kalbi - Greasy, fattie but actually tasted pretty good. Fried chicken - Typical Chinese fried chicken. Ok flavor. Soft shelled crab - Good when it came out hot and crispy. A little too much batter though. Crab ragoons - I love these things everywhere I go so they were good here too. Fried bananas - You can't go wrong with fried bananas so these were good. Desserts: I wouldn't trust em. Side note: People here are fuckin vicious and will literally kick you to snatch something off the sushi boat. Luckily I'm a bitch and I kick back.

    (2)

  • Dave M.

    (3.5).... Always a good place to overstuff your face and walk out feeling like you won't have to or shouldn't eat for the next 2 days! The food's good and they offer the typical sushi buffet type of food. They also offer lots of fried food. Can get overcrowded at times. Early arrival is recommended. I'm sure we'll be back again and again.

    (3)

  • Leslie L.

    Been here twice so far since I've been at Davis. First off, dinner is ridiculously pricey! At least in my opinion. Nearly $18 !!?? Denngg. But yet again it's buffet style. Maybe it's just I get way too turned off by the food easily. As much as I love sushi, this place isn't top notch. I do enjoy that you can order as much as you want and the people who make the sushi are incredibly nice. The owner is pretty bomb too! Sometimes it gets super hectic and some waitresses forget their manners, but it's ok. Sushi is ok too...just wish they didn't drown everything in sauce!

    (3)

  • Michelle W.

    Unlimited sushi? Heck yea! I always hear about this place from my Davis friends. So last week, when I went to visit Davis, I decided to give it a try. There was a waitlist and about 8 parties ahead of us. Because it was just the bf and I, we passed most of the people ahead of us and were seated at the sushi boat bar in a couple of minutes. First thing I noticed was the lack of sushi on the sushi boats. There were several non-sushi items such as fried items, noodles, edamame, chicken teriyaki, etc. I'm like, "wheres all the sushi at!?" The bf then tells me that you have to walk behind the sushi boats and ask a chef to create the order for you. This procedure is extremely awkward, especially if its busy, you have to fight with others just to get a spot and order. The waiters/waitresses are not friendly and dont reply after you ask for an order. I'd much rather order on a sheet of paper or have a waitress come over to take my order. Sushi was mediocre-- typical Todai buffet quality: sticky rice, low quality raw fish, messy roll construction, etc. The only thing that I enjoyed a lot was the soft shell crab. One order had two large crabs, which was really worth it because normally when I order the appetizer in a restaurant, I only get one small crab cut into little pieces. The crab meat was creamy and the outside was fried to a nice consistency. There was a "passed out" caterpillar on one of the croquettes that was going around and around on the sushi boat. It bothered me that nobody caught this and let it stay on the boat for the entire meal. Not much desert, just oranges and jello. I left feeling dissatisfied, not sure what the rave is about. The bf said the quality was better the last time he went. I felt that it was definitely not worth $17 a person. Don't think I'll ever go back.

    (2)

  • Steve V.

    I went here with high expectations. Eager to try a sushi buffet with actual boats on a water-driven conveyor belt contraption, I drove to Davis (from Sacramento). Ambiance: cool. There were a lot of tables around and then a large horseshoe-shaped "bar" where boats filled with sushi travel in two lanes. Eating by myself (sad, huh?) I sat at the bar. The place was quite crowded, but the sushi-makers kept up. Food: I was hoping for better. There was a great selection on the various boats - sushi, tempura, crab rangoon, potstickers, seaweed salad, etc.). There was also a menu where you could tell the sushi chef what you wanted and get a freshly-made roll. I did this a few times - hand rolls, sashimi, etc. The sushi plates (on the boat) had 3-4 pieces of sushi each. Too much for one person! So, I had to eat 3 pieces of spicy tuna; 5 potstickers, 3 crab rangoons. It would have been nicer if I could try more types of sushi. Definitely a better setup if you have someone to share with. It is tradition for me to always try the tako (octopus) at sushi places....not good. very fishy. Good mix of fried and cooked foods mixed in with the raw items. Drinks: with the buffet, you get a drink - soft drinks, hot tea, water. I assume beer is extra, if they sell it. Price: dinner buffet was $17.95+tax...$19.50 in the end + tip. I am glad I had the experience, but I would try other options on a future trip to Davis. Isn't the best sushi supposed to be in California? I am still waiting for the proof.

    (3)

  • Royal W.

    Again, these are one of the places that have progressively gotten worse over the years. When I first came here back in 2007, I thought it was one of the best things ever. The service was awesome and the sushi chefs actually smiled at you when they handed you your food. But as time progressed, the chefs try to boycott you with just giving you a few pieces of FROZEN raw salmon. Like don't say you're a buffet and then prevent you from eating your brains out. But I been coming here for a while and my parents love it, so I probably will go back a few times more.

    (3)

  • Tiffany T.

    For 13.95 or 16.95 per person for sushi... what do you expect? If i were craving for sashimi and only had a few bucks on me, i would definitely come here. Other than that, if you are looking for a satisfying, QUALITY sushi, than i suggest you go elsewhere because you would leave feeling quite nausea from chowing down soft-shell crab rolls, ok-tasting hand-rolls, and fried randomness.

    (3)

  • Pauline D.

    Quick tip: You won't find anything mind-blowing here, just a large selection of decent sushi buffet fare. This was *the* place to go to get my sushi on whenever I was anywhere remotely close to Davis. The quality and buffet offerings have remained more or less the same over the years, and even though prices have increased a fair amount since graduation (now $13.95 for weekday lunch), you're still getting more bang for your buck than most average-level sushi restaurants, both buffet and a la carte places included. If I was a fan of sashimi, this place would probably get an extra star because they're the only sushi buffet place I've been to that actually has it included on their AYCE menu. I can't comment on the quality but my sashimi-loving friends used to say that it would sometimes come out a little icy if they're pushing out high volumes of it (i.e. weekends). The specialty rolls look impressive, although most are covered in more sweet or creamy sauces than I care for. And while I am not into sashimi, I do like raw fish in my sushi, and aside from the traditional nigiri and rainbow roll, these options are found few and far between. However, I do believe you can request that the sushi chefs make whatever rolls and handrolls you desire. While you're at it, ask them to make the spicy tuna more spicy because it offers hardly any heat. This place is fine, really. The unagi nigiri is excellent. So you won't find super white tuna here, but the food is better than other sushi buffets I've been to, especially with its plentiful non-sushi options (hits: chicken wings, shrimp/soft shell crab/oyster/sweet potato tempura, edamame). To an extent, it may be a case of "it's not you, it's me" in that I get way more excited by sushi rolls that go outside the box, admittedly at the expense of tradition sometimes. Soy paper, macadamia nuts, mango, mint? Ooh! Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't, and that's the price you pay for creativity. Most of the time, I willing to take the risk. You'll never catch me ordering a California, spider or caterpillar roll at an a la carte sushi restaurant, though. I'll take my $15/roll and go to Fuji Sushi instead, thankyouverymuch. 3.5 stars.

    (3)

  • Thu N.

    $15 sushi buffet! I dont mind the ride from SJ to Davis for this. Their sushi is just very fresh and good. I have a thing for sea food. So it's hard for me to eat not-fresh seafood. But this place is definitely the place for me. I love their dessert too!!

    (5)

  • John G.

    Ballin..... As usual. Honestly in terms of sushi its really middle of the road. But in terms of all you can eat its the jesus of food. MMMMMMMM delicious!!

    (4)

  • Michael M.

    What can I say except eat until you collaapse!!

    (3)

  • Mindy D.

    YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR. If you want quality sushi rolls and fresh sashimi, then this is not the place for you. I mean, get real, $12 for all-you-can-eat fresh outta the water fish? Please. If you're not too picky on quality and is just in the mood for some rolls and don't mind waiting in a longass line, then check this place out. The line can get ridiculous... so get there early, put your name on the list, and go chill at Starbucks around the corner. Honest truth, it's not terrible. It's definitely not the best sushi joint I've been to either. Meh, you decide...

    (2)

  • Randall T.

    A few good choices of sushi. I like that you can ask them to make something specific but it may take some time. Food is still pretty good.

    (3)

  • Alex L.

    Always a great deal for $17! We come here anytime and everytime we're in the Davis area. We were very fortunate to make the 9pm closing time with 5 minutes to spare. I guess this is a blessing in disguise because that means no wait! Yay! As soon as we sat down, we ordered soft shelled crab, deep fried oysters, dragon roll, himachi, spider roll, and a variety of sashimi plate. It was so yummy and difficult to inhale in the short time we were given. Luckily, I asked the dude if we could get a "To go" box so they can close shop and he said "yes". Ordinarily this is taboo at a buffet place, but it's a win-win so why not?

    (5)

  • Jeannie O.

    AMAZING. Flat buffet price for drinks, soup, and any type of sushi (niguri, hand rolls, sashimi IN ADDITION to the rolls and grilled stuff). The river of stringed boats were amazingly adorable and you just pick off anything off the boats. I was waiting for salmon niguri and one of the sushimen asked what I was waiting for. "Salmon", I replied while looking at the boats for a plate of two pieces of salmon niguri. The man goes "ok!" and goes behind the counter. Soon after he hands me a plate of salmon sashimi! Obviously better, I say, "THANKS!" :D A must go for anyone visiting Davis, CA!!

    (5)

  • Brandon W.

    The sushi here is almost identical to Davis Sushi Buffet, which makes sense, given their history. What I enjoy more about Fuji's is that their warm food tends to be a lot better; they're not just stuck into a separate, barely attended bar. Instead, the warm food is left on the sides or on the boats, which gives you a higher chance of actually getting it fresh. Note however, that it's still a gamble. You'll have to throw the dice if you want to enjoy a fresh plate of sesame chicken! Aside from that, Fuji's and Davis Sushi Buffet are almost identical.

    (2)

  • Ginearosa C.

    I totally loved it. People on this page complaining about the sushi- dude you can order shrimp tempura or sashimi from the waitresses and they just bring it to you as if it's a part of the buffet! I mean I personally like the rolls, but if ya don't then I recommend sitting there and ordering sashimi left and right haha, the price for plates of that alone is better than anywhere else I've been.

    (4)

  • Sid F.

    This is the spot for non-discerning sushi fans .... This is the spot for non-discerning food eaters ... that's the better line. I gotta give it to Fuij Sushi, they have a variety of options and their staff is accommodating to most requests. I have zero issues with their service and staff but the food ... i can't get passed the food. All you can eat soft shell crab .. sounds awesome right? Awesome if you like it dripping in oil. It's not even crispy. The texture is equivalent of deep frying soggy cardboard. If you absolutely must eat here, a few tips for the wise. - Ask the people for a plate of salmon sashimi. Surprisingly decent .. in context. - DO NOT ask for Albacore tuna .. it's supposed to melt in your mouth, not feel like they pulled it out of the freezer. DO NOT eat here before they close. They like to clean while people are eating. Unless you LOVE the smell of bleach while you eat, avoid. Anyone with multiple check-ins or a regular, I applaud your iron-clad stomach. You're super human or a goat.

    (1)

  • Jen W.

    2.5 stars. unfortunately with the law of rounding...I am supposed to round up to 3. Screw the law! 2 stars it is! Fuji has a pretty decent concept...they mixed the ideas of a sushi boat restaurant and a buffet. It's like isobune in sf...and sushi pier in Reno...combined! So this was my first time physically eating here...my friend took some sushi to-go for me in the past. (the to-go sushi got me sick). But...we were in the area and wanted to experience the whole ordeal. You get a choice of sitting at the bar or at a table. I think the bar is a better choice...you have direct contact with the sushi chefs so you could place any special orders with them. Sushi goes around on the boats...mostly rolls and cooked food. Random nigiri would come around every once in awhile. Any special rolls, hand rolls, nigiri, and sashimi need to be special ordered. So first of all, you have to get the attention of the sushi chef...most people just yell...others wave their hand...some even jump out of their seats to try to place an order. They're not the friendliest chefs...after a couple of times, you start to feel like you shouldn't ask for anything anymore. Haha. But most of the items on the boat are repetitive! When the restaurant got busy, I felt like I was in a shelter...or a soup kitchen...people are reaching over you, hovering around you trying to place an order...there are spots where people can go to grab plates who aren't sitting at the bar...but most people just scatter around. The sushi isn't super fresh...but not of horrible quality. It's pretty much what you would expect at a buffet. But considering all of the buffets I've been to, I've also had better. The plus sides of Fuji? Appetizers and desserts are included...you also get miso soup and hot tea. Dinner costs 17.99 per person. Pretty decent concept for the price... I guess this is a great college student budget atmosphere...but not really my cup of tea. I'd rather not compromise quality with quantity!

    (2)

  • Nancy K.

    One of the worst sushi experiences I've ever had in my life. Now, I'm not talking about the service. The service was average, but the sushi.... oh my goodness. First problem is that they use frozen fish instead of fresh for their sushi. I saw them slicing up frozen blocks of fish for their sashimi and was incredibly disappointed. They did not even take any care into the way they sliced the fish. The sashimi did not taste fresh or palatable for obvious reasons. Second problem is that they use a conveyor belt system, so who knows how long that stuff has been sitting there. All the food that should have been served hot (i.e. the korean bbq short ribs) was served cold. The last problem is that everything in general tasted horrible to subpar. My roommate and I came here and wanted to eat all that we could eat, but we both agreed that the food sucked so hardcore that we would rather leave famished. Sorry, Fuji... I really wanted to like you ):

    (1)

  • Jasmine G.

    Cheap for a sushi buffet. Plan on eating a lot because you are stuffed before you know it! Rolls are pretty good.

    (3)

  • Kristina L.

    I am sorry and I have to say that because of this place I HATE sushi! ok ok so I don't hate sushi, I just don't like Sushi Buffets! They use too much rice in their sushi and the taste has gone down since my freshman year at Davis. Don't get me wrong. I used to love this place, but then it just got me sick. Japanese food is my favorite, so having this coming from me is NOT good. Now I can only eat regular tradition Japanese food because of this place or Sushi that is not from a buffet. For those who are looking for a good meal, you will be fine eating hear as long as you don't eat here every week. Once in a while is ok. I don't want to bash on this place because it really isn't that bad, just to me, when I look at sushi and a sushi buffet I feel like I want to barf. This goes for not just Fuji but Davis sushi. Sorry guys. =( Setting: Wait line is too long for something not that great.

    (2)

  • M Y.

    I'm usually skeptical about AYCE sushi but to my surprise Fuji Sushi is pretty decent! It is not high-end sushi but we all know that right? It was probably helpful that we came in on a holiday weekend (President's Day) so there was a lot of turnover in both food and customers, which is what is needed at buffet places, otherwise the food would just sit there. Pricing is now $13.95 for lunch and $17.95 for dinner. We ate at lunch and for our party of 5 I thought it was a great value. Would definitely return, although we're not locals so it would only be when we're in town visiting our son.

    (4)

  • Orenzo G.

    I think this place is more about function than then top-quality food. Not to say that the food is bad; in fact, it's actually my favorite sushi in Davis. I love the bar. The sushi just keeps on coming around on the river of boats. Barely anything is left sitting long. Not to mention its an awesome deal for all you can eat. Plus they have other great foods too. Fried, grilled and baked goods with included beverages. I go at least once a week and do some serious damage. Lol!

    (4)

  • lenra a.

    Not very many buffet places in the bay area that serves Japanese foods. But this place is worth the drive or definitely a must stop over anytime you're driving up north. They offer a wide selection of sushi freshly made and good taste and quality. A truly All-You-Can-Eat tempura! yay!!!deep fried oysters, soft shell crabs, grilled salmon heads(rish in omega3). You can also order a plate full of dragon roll as many as you can eat. And the best part is it only cost you $12. You could pay anywhere from 8 to 15 dollars for a plate of food elsewhere but here you get to taste everything on the menu! plus drinks of course. Miso soup is also available for a buck. Endless sashimi as well. Staff are very attentive and helpful. I've only been here for lunch and believe its a little more come dinner time. Parking can be a bit challenging though come peak hours from 11am to 2pm same goes for dinnertime. It is a very busy commercial center after all. crowd is a mix of families and mostly university students. Do give it a try and enjoy Japanese food for a very reasonable price.

    (4)

  • Hannah L.

    First off, for all you reviewers out there that said Davis is known for their sushi buffets don't know what you're talking about. Now let's clarify, if any restaurant is offering a so called "sushi buffet" then you should never expect much in quality. Hence, why you'll never see a Japanese owned sushi buffet. Next, when you come to a buffet you should always expect quantity over quality and that will never change. Sure, this place may be poppin' day 'n night, but that's because of the prices. Reading pretty decent reviews, I decided to make a trip here and try it out. I wasn't expecting much and it's good that I didn't. Total trainwreck here! How you order sushi is so unorganized and irritating. I understand you can grab what you want off the sushi boat, but it's so awkward to just squeeze in-between other people sitting at the bar to get what you want. Also, when you order by the side bar, the people here tend to ignore you and if they do end up taking your request they are total jerks about it! The sushi and sashimi here were your average sushi buffet quality. I probably would never come here again and I think it's best to steer clear of all sushi buffets in Davis. Man, I thought sushi buffets in the bay area were pretty bad but Davis has got it worse! Avoid this place if you can, unless you're starving to the point where you want to be cheap and hack on a couple of pounds then this is your place!

    (1)

  • Lily L.

    5 stars for the price, 3 stars for the quality. at $17 for an AYCE sushi buffet dinner, this is a steal. table side ordering would definitely bump up this review to 4 stars -- having to go up to the sushi boat and wait to get the sushi chefs' attention is quite honestly just a clusterf*ck and makes for bad logistics. and, yes, do skip the boat and go straight to ordering from the guys behind the boat. soft shell crab, shrimp tempura, and sashimi are great options.

    (3)

  • Angela D.

    I always enjoy my food at Fuji's! Most of the time I find that All-You-Can-Eat restaurants provide poor quality food. But at Fuji's everything is super yummy and very inexpensive. The last time we went there, there was one member of the staff that was not very pleasant. In fact, he seemed pretty bothered every time we asked him for something. Luckily the rest of the staff were friendly and seemed as if they actually enjoyed their job.

    (4)

  • Roy C.

    OVERRATED. If you want sushi, sushi buffet are never the way to go. After one or two roll, you get full because of all the fried shrimp and rice. If you order the sashimi, which are poor quality, everything eventually tastes like rubber after awhile. For a price tag of $12 lunch and $17 dinner, you can get quality sushi elsewhere and still leave satisfied. Unless your purpose for a day is to get wasted off fish, which always sound awesome to begin with until you walk out feeling seasick... Fuji is the place to take your family and friend if it is their first time visiting Davis. Other than that, there aren't really any other reasons to go. Unless you are fat or don't own a car and this is the only sushi joint you can hit up. Seriously, ask any Davis locals, they will tell you the same. The only real plus about this place is the fried shrimp, soft shell crab and oyster that you can special order... Service is good despite the overcrowding. But to be honest, the wait is not worth it...

    (3)

  • Jenny T.

    This place is alright. I've been here a few times for dinner and only once for lunch. I prefer eating here for dinner because I feel there's more food served at night. Lunch - $12.95 Dinner - $17.95 I'm not sure if they still do this because I don't see it on their sign anymore, but back then (like a year or so ago) the dinner buffet included drink and miso soup. There are some pretty good sushi served on the boats, but I would recommend to order some food from the menu to get more of a variety. If you're with a big party, the sushi dishes you order from them is big enough for everyone to share.

    (3)

  • Adeem C.

    Taste at a good price. The crowds have died down from its hayday but the food is still good. Although the quality has slipped a little I think they are trying to keep the clientele that they do have by dropping the price of the buffet by a buck. I make it here about twice a month and leave bloated from the copious amounts of food I eat A little tip, try to sit at the bar by the boats, otherwise its annoying leaning over someone to get your food

    (4)

  • Jen L.

    came here on a friday night, starved. the sushi was meh, but like all the other reviewers, for an all you can eat, it's what you get. the bathroom was a bit sketch, there were a bunch of chairs around for?....

    (3)

  • Joji V.

    Still not a fan of this place and its crappy food, but i owed a friend sushi and this is his favorite place. Most of the time they're very fast and food is decent but last time I went that service was slow and they had little to no choices on the boats to grab at. They constantly messed up my orders and I just stopped ordering altogether. I left starving.

    (2)

  • Crystal B.

    I'd give this place a 2.5 For those that have visited the Fuji's in Elk Grove, do not expect anything like you have experienced at this branch in Davis. Pros: - Sushi chefs have great memory when you ask them for a specific roll - Not as crowded as EG restaurant - Menu is given to you Cons: - Limited staff - Difficult to get the chef's attention - Sashimi was FROZEN on my plate ... - Waiters don't really seat you (had to ask for water) - Sushi boat had the same 3 items running around and around.. - Place was super dark Evidently the cons list is longer. Rolls I ordered that were decent were the dragon and rainbow roll. I don't think I'd pay another visit to this branch. Not the best sushi buffet to be. Common, frozen sashimi? *Sigh

    (2)

  • Karla Marie D.

    When I was a freshman in college, I used to skip class just make it to their all-you-can-eat sushi ($12). Yes, I would drive all the way from Sacramento to this dainty place in Davis. The wait can be extensive if you're with a large group. But if you're with 2-3 people, the wait is manageable. This was my first time experiencing sushi on little boats. If the sushi on the boat didn't appeal to your tasting, you can always ask the chef to conjure up something you want. For the price, it is worth it. My suggestion is to go early to avoid the massive wait.

    (4)

  • Yance L.

    Fuji Sushi Buffet has always been a nostalgic part of my college days. I remembered walking in and being greeted by the sushi chefs who adorned genuine, wholehearted smiles. These chefs were ecstatic about any special order requests and you knew that for a reasonable price, you would leave full and content. Walking away as you smiled about the crispness of the soft-shelled crab or the satisfying rolls topped with fresh fish. This is not the case anymore. Since I haven't been back to this location in quite some time, I was quite eager and excited to come back. None of the expert chefs appear to be working here any more (most if not all are now at the Elk Grove location), the sushi chefs are now appeared to be staffed by incompetent miserable adolescents. As i walked up to the floating boats to place an order, I was amazed at their ability to not make eye contact. There were four to five chefs who were cutting and rolling fish at a leisurely pace. Behind me were groups of customers awaiting to place orders. I consider myself quite patient and understand that it takes time to prepare dishes, cut fish, etc. So i stood there... for approximately 15 minutes. The crowd behind me slowly thinned away as they gave up on placing orders and chose the boat items. During the 15 minutes, not once did anyone make eye contact with you. I actually found this quite impressive. in fact, i would have waited longer to see how long this would go on for until someone from my party came looking for me. They thought i must have gotten lost or kidnapped. Now... onto the food. If you can call it that. Plain and simple, it was absolutely horrible. I'm sure that if you consider California Rolls a delicacy and enjoy imitation crab, this is the place for you. Every single roll was a rehash of the California. The sashimi was some of the saddest looking fish I've ever seen. Cut about 2cm thick and slightly frozen, just appalling. Bottom line: Don't bother eating here. Its just a waste of time and energy. With the abundance of restaurants all around Davis, your money will be better spent elsewhere.

    (1)

  • Samantha D.

    All of these reviews are okay but none of these are useful and tell you HOW IT WORKS! I had been here once before when I was a tween, but when I arrived here on a stop back from a road trip I was so confused. So here are some pointers. START: When you get to fuji sushi you will be confused. They seat you quickly (wait was not long at 1pm on a sunday) and then hand you waters chopsticks and dipping bowls. You're on your own now. Step 1: Do not eat off of the boats! I know the first thing you want to do is just go over there and take from the boats! Don't do it. Most of those rolls are california rolls with meager toppings on it. There are a few exceptions, like the gyoza (my boyfriend can eat these all day) and some random items, but don't start off here even if you are tempted. If your table doesn't have a menu grab one off an empty table or ask. (they won't supply you with one even if they don't see one at your table because they assume you're a local and you know how this place works...) Step 2: Get your fixins: After looking at the menu pick out what you like and devise a plan. You can ask for sashimi items at the bar but be aware they won't look up at you all friendly, you'll need to be assertive and say "Excuse me!" or wave your arm and look crazy. You can't stand there and wait for them sometimes because they don't really care and they are cutting up sushi. Order up! The sashimi is decent, but maybe wait a few minutes before eating (mine wasn't fully defrosted :/) Be aware that other people order and walk away, don't do it. He'll put out your order and then give it away to someone else. Yeah, he'll make it for you again but it is better to wait, and don't feel awkward about standing next to those eating at the bar. They asked for it by sitting there. They probably go there all the time too so they should be used to it by now. Step 3: Get the hand rolls of soft shell crab, and any roll you like made to order. This way it is fresher and not sitting on a weird lazy river. You'll enjoy it too because they'll put more ingredients other then avo/fakecrab/tempura. Get some oranges. Also, they don't seem to charge for extra wasted sushi on your plate, which is good because I know you'll make a misstep and end up with a half eaten roll you picked off of the boat. Some tips for the establishment itself: Get some better lighting and maybe play some music? It was a little weird to just hear the sound of clinking sushi plates and yells of "LION KING ROLL! SPIDER ROLL!" Also the janky lighting felt a bit depressing. Other then that it was still a good bargain and I would probably go back if I was closer.

    (3)

  • Tammy C.

    At least it's cheap for lunch. And you can get lots and lots of endless sashimi. The cheap sashimi is really the only thing I find worth it here. Everything else... disappointments. The rolls were mediocre. The hand rolls were even more mournful. The jellyfish side had an extremely strong, weird flavor that needed to be dunked and washed out with water. Y'all marinated it too long or something. Tempura oysters weren't too bad. With the price though, I can't really criticize that much though. I'd still come back to get my plates of sashimi in, but do not expect anything incredible out of this place.

    (2)

  • Abigail L.

    I used to come here years ago with it was under different management. Apparently, the old Fuji Sushi Boat and buffet moved to elk grove and there are new owners here. I went here the other day because my friend wanted a sushi buffet and he was leaving the state. When I walked in I noticed there was a clipboard so I put my name down and assumed they just went off the clipboard since no one was there to seat me. Then a couple groups came in and was seated immediately once the waitness came back. It was kind of annoying that she did not go off the clip board and I dont understand why they even have a clipboard if they dont use it. When I was seated I wanted soft shell crab but when I went up to try to order it they had none. The lady just said no softshell crab, she didnt elaborate by saying it wasn't available at lunch or they ran out. Then I got a plate of mixed sashimi which was disappointing since certain pieces were still slightly frozen. It seems like they pack every roll with imitation crab meat and lots of rice so you would get full of the cheap stuff so you wont have room for the good stuff like sashimi and unagi. I also asked for an order of eel and instead they gave me unagi, I just wanted the eel pieces without the rice but they gave me rice anyways. I had them specially make me a lion king roll which was just okay, I've had better at other places. I highly doubt I would be coming here again since it is not worth making the trip to Davis just for this sushi buffet.

    (2)

  • William H.

    Very bad service. -table was not clean when we were seated. -no instructions for how to order. -when I went up to the bar to order, main chef purposely wouldn't look up and avoided eye contact so he wouldn't have to take more orders -when I actually managed to put in my order, expecting it to be different from the rolls already made, he only made the same rolls over and over and people probably think it's something different but it was the same every single time -saw a group of three guys already sitting at a table, and when they got back from getting sushi the lady workers sat another larger group at their table and would only let the three guys sit at the bar. What?? Cheap sushi? Yes cheap service? Definitely yes

    (2)

  • Jessica H.

    Delish. Esp. for the price. We came here for lunch and it ended up being 16.80 per person, including 12% tip since we had 8 ppl. 12% tip?! Most people charge you at least 15-18% given the fact that you have over 6. The main thing that confuses me about this place is how to order and it would have been great to get some instructions. Basically, you sit down, get water, look at the menu, then get up and go to the bar and tell the guys what you want. They'll make it and in the meantime, you can pick up whatever they have on the sushi boats. Btw, try the fried banana. Deliciousness!

    (4)

  • Justin O.

    One of the many sushi buffet places in Davis. All the items were fresh and nicely put together. For the $13 lunch buffet, you can definitely eat your money's worth. Plus, you can select anything off the menu. (A great option if you don't see what you like on one of the many boats floating by.) The chef will make any roll you would like. I prefer this place over the "Davis Sushi Buffet" place around the corner. Will definitely hit this place up again.

    (4)

  • Elaine Y.

    It's a cheap sushi buffet and their food really screams it. Almost all the rolls are tempura shrimp or imitation crab based...at least the ones floating around the boats are. The ones you can special order are no better...the fish is frozen and thawed using a convection oven...um, gross. I ordered a rainbow roll that tasted incredibly fishy...that only happens with fish that is well on its way to spoiling. For all the rolls, the rice is seriously lacking in flavor. For anything deep fried, it was very heavy on the batter. Also in terms of special ordering, there's no organization at all...people ask for things at the head of the counter where you can see the chefs make the rolls, but people also squeeze into the edges of the counter to sneak in orders. This disorganization leads to the chefs duplicating rolls that weren't order or skipping over orders that you did ask for. You can defend all you want saying its cheap/all you can eat...but purposefully eating bad quality food is no excuse. P.S. I ordered a hot tea and it was delivered in a cat mug....one that you get from someplace random like Circus Circus...it also came with a fair amount of staining on the interior. Didn't touch it. Didn't even think twice.

    (1)

  • Andrew W.

    if you have family member, friend, or just acquaintance who has been to Davis, CA then you will have heard about the countless sushi buffets. Fuji is just one in a handful; there is Jusco across the street and Davis Sushi Buffet just around the block if Fuji is too crowded. Fuji was actually the first sushi buffet I visited in Davis and I loved it until I discovered the competition and ate frozen sashimi one too many times. The wait time for both lunch and dinner can range anywhere from 5-45 minutes depending on your party size and luck. The main difference between lunch and dinner is the cost and for dinner you get a soda. So if you want to pay less and do not mind drinking water, come for lunch. Walking down G Street, you cannot miss Fuji because usually there is a huge crowd waiting for a table or leaving after stuffing themselves. Free parking in Davis is usually a non-issue; just circle a few times. When you walk in, first put your name down, party size, and if you are willing to be seated at the sushi bar. Regardless of where you are seated it is very easy to go up to pick items off the sailing sushi boats or place an order with the waitress or sushi chef. You can do half or full orders for sushi rolls, sashimi, and nigiri but if you want to know your options, don't be shy and ask for a menu. The hot food like chicken skewers, hamachi collar, shrimp and veggie tempera, fried oysters, etc are a hit or miss. But coming to Fuji or just a sushi buffet is a much for the full Davis experience.

    (3)

  • Auden W.

    Heard the craze about this place...decided to try it myself. Just came back from water rafting and able to eat a COW. Lets start off with variety of sushi... to be honest, there are alot of places with better variety. ALL YOU CAN EAT, well what's better than that then just straight sashimi salmon, Hamachi and raw tuna. Yup... ended up grabbing like 8 plates of just raw fish. I think this made up for the lack of sushi variety. Definately felt a little fishy after. Overall, a decent ayce sushi but there's definately better!

    (4)

  • Lauren T.

    Serve yourself here guys. /: Sushi is okay, but you have to scream out to the chef a specific entree if you don't want what's on the damn boats. There is also a wait. I am not going here again, unless little brothers want to.

    (2)

  • M Q.

    This was probably the worst sushi I have ever eaten. There was always this big craze about AYCE in Davis, especially this one. This place was so disorganized and had the worst sushi. You walk in and you have no clue how their system works. We tried asking one of the waitresses but I don't think she even knew. She couldn't really speak English I guess and the service was horrible. Almost every roll had something fried in it and there was a limited amount of rolls on the menu. The menu had descriptions of the rolls, but every time I got the roll, it had extra sriracha drizzle on top that was not in the description. And when you want to order rolls from the guys are the bar, you have to yell over the people sitting at the bar which I felt was really rude. The guys at the bar don't even acknowledge you whatsoever when you ask for a roll. So basically you're just standing there and you go back to your table not knowing whether or not the guy took your order. I honestly would not give this place any stars because that's how bad it was. I wanted to get out of there ASAP. I was so disappointed.

    (1)

  • Issy D.

    I LOVE THIS PLACE This place is like a dream come true. No joke. Unless I am the only one who dreams of endless sushi.... Because that's exactly what you get here! You sit down and then sushi goes around on boats and you just grab it. Oh those chicken skewers look tasty? Grab em! Oh more edamame? Don't mind if I do! Mmm a huge hunk of salmon with lemon sauce that would probably be 10 dollars alone at a normal sushi place?? YES. Yes Yes Yes! Sadly I filled up WAY to fast, but oh goodness don't tell me I didn't try. I ate myself sick and I don't even care cuz it was truly amazing and so tasty. You might be thinking right now...endless sushi? Sounds like a step up from gas station sushi. No you are wrong. Because you can watch them make your sushi. You can call out and say "crab roll please!" and they will make it. And it won't cost extra. AND you will know its uber fresh. All of the rolls are fresh. They pop out as fast as rabbits having new babies. Oh did I mention it's 17 dollars to get endless sushi? Nope? Oh well it is :D

    (5)

  • I And J.

    We went to this "restaurant" tonight. Going down, the food was bad -- the rice was soft, the rolls fell apart, the ingredients did not seem fresh. It was worse coming back up -- she puked. We both received attitude when ordering food. The set up was awkward, taking a long time to order, and confusing. The Davis Sushi Buffet has superior food and service. We will not be coming back again. One of our worst dates.

    (1)

  • Danielle T.

    All you can eat sushi buffet. The prices are a good deal. Usually you get a roll for about $12 elsewhere, but for lunch, my boyfriend and I only had to pay $15 per portion. Such a good deal and the rolls are gigantic! Sit by the bar to get food directly and order from the sushi chefs. If you sit too close to the middle, be prepared to have people constantly ordering and hovering behind you as well as holding dishes above your head.

    (4)

  • Raymond N.

    Came here on a Tuesday night. Almost all the tables were empty except for the sushi boat tables. When I first sat down at a table, I noticed the tables were very sticky. No big deal, let's move on to the food. The woman who worked the cashier asked us what we wanted to drink. My friend wanted a Sprite but she insisted on Ice Tea instead. Um. Okay. She then asked what I wanted and I told her I wanted a Coke. She then said, "Same thing as him?" NO. A Coke. We wanted the AYCE, but the woman who worked the cash register disappeared and didn't explain how it works. We were left to discuss among ourselves whether to slide in between the people eating at the sushi boat table to grab our food. 5 minutes later, the woman still didn't return so we moved all our things to the sushi boat table. I looked at the food going around the water, everything was a combination of 4 ingredients: imitation crab, mayonnaise, spicy sauce and cream cheese. YUCK. The fried chicken looked like it's been spinning there for the whole day. There were flies buzzing around the water and some even landed on the edges. Where's the sashimi? Nigiri? Appetizers? The REAL stuff? We saw the other customers yelling across the bar to the chefs to make their orders. This seemed very chaotic and inefficient for AYCE. I asked them for a few Nigiris. Tuna? OUT. Soft shell crab? OUT. Ika? OUT. Ikura? OUT. What is there? Asked for a spicy tuna hand roll. The guy said it's also out. How about an albacore or hamachi hand roll? Well do I have a choice? The Salmon Skin in the Salmon Skin hand roll was a soggy mess, not even remotely crispy! There is an old lady that takes your order for kitchen items. She doesn't understand English and runs to the chef for translation. Half the time she ignores you even though I practically used my yelling voice after she continued to ignore me. She spent more time pushing the boats forward than taking my order. The boats get jammed up all the time as the water doesn't flow. How ghetto is that? Finally I was able to get some shrimp tempura. It was a mess! It was soggy and oily and the coating on the shrimp wasn't fluffy but was a big glob. Last but not least, I ordered a Miso soup. It tasted really sweet like they used a corn soup base or something. It literally tasted like corn soup with miso powder mixed in. The chefs looked exhausted and didn't want to work there. I don't blame them, with this kind of disorganization from up above I'd quit too. If this is good sushi in Davis, I feel bad for the poor chaps that come here from some isolated suburban town in the middle of America and think of this as sushi. Sesame balls are not Sushi, not even Japanese, it's Chinese. TLDR: Came here for AYCE, service was terrible, sanitation is terrible, had to fight tooth and nail just to get my order in and the food was the worst sushi I've ever had.

    (1)

  • An K.

    This place lost its touch. I made a yelp account because this place was just terrible and they desperately need a change. I had asked for Sashimi for a party of 9, why did they hand me a tray of 5 pieces of sashimi and said, "here party for 9." This happened each time I ordered :/

    (1)

  • Rose C.

    I love this sushi buffet! Probably the best one in Davis by far! I love all of the special rolls and the oysters here...highly recommended and it's all you can eat! You can't beat that deal lol

    (4)

  • Richard L.

    Pro-tip: Order plates of sashimi and the soft shell crab. Been here a couple of times and can say that I've never really been disappointed. My only gripe with this place is that you have to walk up to the sushi bar to give your orders to the sushi chef over patrons sitting around the bar. This is a bit annoying, but manageable. At the bar the have sushi boats that float around carrying various nigiri and rolls, but all of the good stuff must be ordered from the sushi chef. You can order sashimi by the plate, which is a pleasant surprise. Usually places will serve you nigiri (sashimi with rice on the bottom). All the rolls are delicious so you can't really go wrong picking rolls from the menu on your table. They also have soft shell crab which is monies. You have to order it at the back near the kitchen. The agedashi tofu (fried tofu) is also good, but they give you a huge plate of it (enough to feed 5 people).

    (4)

  • Jenn D.

    Price is cheap for all you can eat and the sushi here is delicious. I just don't like reaching over people to get the food. You'll have to request what you want to the chefs if you don't see what you want on the boat. Sometimes the wait can be long due to the weekends. Overall it's a good place for all you can eat sushi.

    (4)

  • Wayne N.

    Dang. I hear Mizu's is better, but if the quality is this good, who cares. $13.95 for lunch and all you can eat sushi. And honestly, I had a blast. The sushi is piled out in this cute little boats that rotate around a bar table and you can also order assorted rolls or other dishes. I ordered: 3 Soft shell crabs- I must have lucked out as all 3 that I got were fresh, crisp and not greasy. Amazing taste and that by itself must have paid for the buffet. Shrimp tempura- I've had better, but they give you 5 skewers Spider roll- I just wanted more soft shell crab really, but it was good. Or maybe just good because I haven't had it in a while. I also tried various sushi and what I think was part of a fried mackarel? Not sure what it was but it was oily with pockets and bursts of fatty flavor. The fried potato cake is pretty good too. Note that if you ask them, they will give you just straight up sashimi, Score.

    (5)

  • Kevin R.

    The sushi gloats by on little boats in a canal. Kind of a cute idea but the presentation and quality was pretty pedestrian. Reminded me a little of that gas station sushi commercial.

    (2)

  • Judith F.

    This is the best sushi place in town. I love their Y2k roll and Fried Ebi. Those are my favorite there. Food is fresh and the service is fast. It's a good atmosphere with great chefs. My friends love this place. This is the go to spot.

    (4)

  • Alice H.

    Tips: $13.95 for lunch AYCE sushi ~$17 for dinner AYCE sushi -------------------------------------------------- I really really wish that such a cheap sushi buffet could exist in the South Bay, but alas one has to drive to Davis to experience such good prices. I had to pay around $22 for a sushi buffet in Campbell, CA. What I like about Fuji the best is the ability to get sashimi!! If I could, I'd just want to eat sashimi during my whole time at an AYCE sushi buffet. I feel like sashimi is the worthiest of my money. Their salmon/sake tastes GREAT and looks fresh with it's bright orange hue. The tuna didn't look that great, but that's just a personal opinion. The dragon roll is pretty good as well. If you're craving sashimi this is the place to go for your AYCE cravings.

    (4)

  • Cindy L.

    What's there to do in Davis? Eat a crap ton of sushi. I've been to Davis three times, of those three times, I've only been to the campus once and Fuji's all three times. I guess Davis is known for this or something? haha. I am always starving hungry when I come here, so that may affect my review a bit, but who doesn't come to a buffet hungry? On my latest gorge fest, I was with a group of 5, we went for lunch. Fuji's opens at 12, we stroll in around 12:15-ish, and packed. Took about 15-20 minutes or so for us to be seated. Families, starving students, everyone's here and ready to get their grub on, sometimes you feel some people will never leave, just resting and digesting for the next round. Fuji's waiter/tresses bus those tables like no other! Major props to those folks. [TIP: Do your best to help these folks out, stack your plates and try not to leave crap everywhere!]. Ok, here's the fun part: reaching over people sitting at the sushi boat area and fighting crazies to get your order in. I'm serious, the nice-guy finishes last, or hungry, here. I know the folks behind the counter try their best to get everyone, but there are always those people who will push their way through to feed their army, so be agressive! Stand your ground, shout (nicely, please!), and glare if necessary, hopefully you'll make it out full. The sushi itself is okay, nothing to go crazy over. I mean for $15, you can't really go too wrong. There are also other things on the menu besides sushi; korean ribs (a bit on the fatty side), fried oysters & soft-shell crab (I actually liked these), chicken katsu (eh), among other things. You can also order sashimi here so you don't get too full on rice! Overall, not too bad. I wouldn't come here for the sushi, but more for the value (again, it's 15 bucks for "sushi", you're not going to Japan) and experience, if you can call it that. But I'd come back if I was ever in Davis, I mean, this is their national landmark, right? hahajk, there's other, stuff...

    (3)

  • Lucy D.

    A great place to eat sushi...and lots of it! I guarantee you will be so stuffed after eating from Fuji's Sushi Buffet. I recommend eating at the bar so you don't have keep getting up to grab more food from the moving sushi boats or order more from the chefs. If you sit at the bar, you can just grab stuff as it floats past you. The sushi here isn't the best I've ever eaten, but it's pretty good for the price. You can either order sashimi, specially made rolls,or premade sushi along with other good food options. And yes, to say it again, this is a buffet so you can get as much as you want! Miso soup and dessert is also included, but I'm usually way to stuffed to try any of it. This place is usually crowded -especially at dinner time so you may have to wait your turn for a seat unless you get there early enough.

    (4)

  • Kevin A.

    BEWARE: I went to eat with my friends at fuji today and found baby cockroaches roaming at the Bar! My friend and I caught two of the roaches and showed the waitress our discovery. The waitress was like "Oh" and squished the bugs with her bare fingers and I don't think she washed her hand afterward. She told us the pest control just came by last week, which is questionable since they were running around ALIVE right in front of us. The funny part was when she asked me what I wanted her to do about it.... as if I brought in the cockroaches for a free meal. The bill came to 45 dollars and they decide to take a "discount" of 15 dollars off our final bill. I have been going here since I have started school at UC Davis and I am not going to be coming back to this place anytime soon. This is really saddening since this was my favorite sushi place to eat in Davis... I see other comments about new management and agrees totally about the current state of things. Edit: I must add that the sushi chefs washes their hands frequently! So I don't think they are the problem! -Kevin

    (1)

  • Sunny A.

    I cannot say enough terrific things about this place. Sure, the wait is insane and you have to get there maybe 1 - 1.5 hours before they open to snag a table right when they open. It just means this place is crazy good if people are willing to wait that long for a meal. Especially an all you can eat sushi buffet meal. Just because it's ayce and there's a revolving sushi bar that goes around with countless plates of rolls and other cooked foods does not mean the food here is mediocre. On the contrary, the quality of the fish used is very impressive for a buffet. And there's a variety of delicious and large rolls that come out at any one time - spicy tuna, shrimp tempura, eel, salmon.. You name it, they've got it. If you don't see something that you want, you can request it from the sushi chefs or the ladies in the kitchen. Some premium items like sashimi, oysters, soft shell crab and shrimp tempura need to be special ordered and theres no limit! You can keep ordering/eating until you want to barf, which I've done many times. Two orders of soft shell crab alone makes the lunch price worth it. Not sure if they've raised their prices. The last time I went it was less than $20 per person for ayce. Best deal around!! As for service, just don't go in expecting too much and you'll be fine ;) It's a buffet after all.

    (4)

  • Im hungry L.

    I was skeptical at first, but after I understood what I could order for the "All You Can Eat Lunch" I was hooked. From floating sushi boats carrying many choice items freshly made by the kitchen and the sushi chefs. I had fried chicken wings, teriyaki on a stick, Bulgogi short ribs, salmon, tamago, shrimp, tuna sushi, and an assortment of prepared vege's - cukes, wakame salad, etc.,etc.,etc, True happiness came when I learned you could place as many special order requests from the sushi chefs or kitchen. I immediately ordered a mixed sashimi platter, and two pieces of heated unagi sushi. The person next to me ordered a tempura platter. I ended up ordering three sashimi platters - yummy. I was good for the day.

    (4)

  • Alexis G.

    This experience was based from a couple months ago when me and my gf went to eat here. So I know it may be a little late, but Im around the Davis area so remembered this day pretty well and vowed never EVER to return to Fuji's. In a nut shell, we were eating along the 2 seater tables along the walls by the bar. After getting our food and conversing for a little I spotted a roach (yes ROACH), crawling from behind the soy sauce bottles towards our food. It was probably the WORST experience I've experienced at a restaurant. We complained about it up front and a server walked to our table and seen the roach, the worse part was he killed it with a napkin on the table. And seated us a table away from our original table. I couldn't get over the fact that this just happened. We demanded something be done for this, and ended up only getting getting one person a free meal and of course I still had to pay for mine. After that day, I never returned. Ever since then, we've been going to Davis sushi around the corner. Same quality, not as crowded and cluttered as Fuji's. it'll do. This review is not defame Fuji's entirely, but just to warn other people what COULD be crawling on their food. I dont ever write reviews on yelp, but this is one of those rare moments. No bs here.

    (1)

  • Sally C.

    Davis Sushi Buffet is really okay for me, but Fuji's is just...not quite there. First of all, the lighting is really weird in here. I mean, I know there are only like..3 tiny windows in the back but they could at least turn up the lights? It wasn't dark and it wasn't bright either. Just somewhere in between that made it look kind of shady in there. The food on the sushi boat looked sad so we jumped straight to orders. And boy did we have a hard time with order...Oh yea, their menus are pretty jank. Mine was sticky and gross to the touch. They really need to get new menus...pictures are blurry so you can't tell what you're ordering. After you decide what to get, you can't order off the waitresses here like at DSB (the ones here just refill your water...), so you have to go to the front of the sushi boat and try to get the attention of one of the chefs which is really inefficient on a busy day. Seriously takes 10 min to just ORDER a plate of sashimi? Chef's rolls look exactly like the ones on the sushi boat. Unappetizing and I couldn't finish.. Desserts aren't too bad. The cakes are flavorful if you still have room in your stomach. I realize I'm paying for a sushi buffet so I shouldn't be expecting much from the food, but if DSB can do it...so can you Fuji.

    (2)

  • Annie C.

    I don't expect much when I know I'm walking into a sushi restaurant that serves in buffet style. The purpose of buffet is to fill you up with the cuisine you're craving at a low price. But this was WAY below my expectations. We ordered a few things off of their menu and grabbed several other dishes off the floating boat. The only thing that tasted moderate was the fried salmon, and that's not something easy to mess up. The so-called specialty rolls were either fried and drizzled with some sweet-and-sour-like sauce, or drizzled with an Asian (Vietnamese I think?) hot sauce that you can buy in supermarkets (I know because I have a bottle at home). On top of that, most of the rolls were stuffed with imitation crab meat. To make matters worse, my friend ordered a plate of red tuna sashimi and it was NOT FRESH AT ALL. The fish had already lost its color and it was DRY. Yuck. And if this means anything, they were also serving Chinese pastries on the boat. I think this says a lot about the authenticity of this so-called "Japanese sushi restaurant".

    (1)

  • Ariel V.

    My favorite sushi place in Davis, but you have to get there early. If you come later you either won't get a seat at the bar or some of the plates might not be as fresh. I assume this happens at every sushi bar. But the servers are awesome and the sushi tastes good

    (4)

  • Sandy L.

    Food: Oh. My. GAWWWWWD. The sushi rice was luke-warm and falling apart and the entire place just felt really humid. I asked for some deep-fried shrimp and the service people gave me what seemed to be like stale shrimp that has been sitting under a heat lamp for a considerable amount of time. The rolls were luke-warm too! Service: average. nothing out of the ordinary but no one was rude either. Decor: It wasn't bad and I didn't care too much. Overall: never coming here again. The food was atrocious and I got a nasty case of food poisoning after eating here. I'm really bummed out, I've heard so many things about this place from my classmates. Go to Fuji's in Elk Grove, they're better.

    (2)

  • Jason W.

    FAVE restaurant in DTOWN! along with Shanghai Cafe. But I can't get enough. No way can you complain about fresh sashimi and made to order rolls, agadashi tofu (pardon the spelling), shrimp tempura, and chicken skewers all day unlimted! you should really go during lunch cause dinner gets pricy and frankly, its still the same food. sit by the bar because youll have 24-7 access to asking the guys for request. people will be reaching over you which is sorta ghetto, but you won't mind it when you're scarfin down on grub. strategy: regardless if your friend doesnt want any food, always say, "can i get ______ for two"..alwyas works and they give you more than you wanted. seriously my fave restaurant. other sushi buffets didn't really compare just cause when you sit at the bar, its a whole different experience than other buffets.

    (5)

  • Jessica W.

    Fuji's doesn't have the best quality or customer service, but it's good if you want an unlimited sushi fix. Some of the staff can sometimes choose to ignore you when you want to order items. The sushi chefs are more attentive and willing to make you the rolls or whatever else it is that you want. If you sit at the bar then you have to be prepared for people slipping through you trying to grab food. However, if you sit at the bar, then you have the easiest access to the food, and getting your orders. Lunch time price is about 14 dollars not including a drink. And dinner it about 19 including a drink. Occasionally when I have gone here I have seen flies around, and the workers trying to kill the flies, which is a bit nasty.

    (3)

  • Mark Z.

    Drove there with my colleagues and had a food fest! Very fresh sushi, quick turn around on orders, had a Dragon Roll big plate with other sushi like smoked Salmon, soft shell crab there very crunchy and fresh! Highly recommend, putting my Russian QA stamp on it!

    (5)

  • J Y.

    Came here for the $14 sushi buffet lunch for the first time with friends. We were on our way up to Sacramento and thought we'd stop by this sushi buffet we heard so much about. The room itself was smaller than I envisioned but we were seated promptly (since our friends got there first and got the table before we arrived 15 minutes late). They told us there was a longer wait for a seat at the sushi bar. We got there about 30 minutes after they opened for lunch. When we left around 12:45 there was a healthy line waiting to be seated. We weren't sure what to do but the waitress was very helpful. There's basically no wait for food unless you order something at the sushi bar (you might wait about 5 minutes). The quality was good and we were stuffed by the time we left. Next time I think I will try to order more items directly off of the menu rather than snagging stuff off the boats. Definitely looking forward to stopping by here more often on our drives up north.

    (3)

  • Amy G.

    SOFT SHELL CRAB FTW. I swear I get endless plates of it. The fried oysters are great too with lots of lemon. I've seen others struggle ordering with the chef cause its just too damn busy. My last visit was during my graduation with my family and my mom found a long piece of black hair in her roll. She has short permed hair so it was definitely not her's. We brought this to their attention and they said the chefs also have short hair which is true but that does not make up for the fact that there was hair in the food. It must of came from somewhere! Anyways she ended up comping our drinks and my mom's meal. So look before you scarf down your food!

    (4)

  • ASIANDIVAH A.

    Our fave pitstop after skiing in Tahoe. Reasonable priced. Fresh sashimi. Good soft shell crBab!!! Line can get long & I believe there are no reservations.

    (3)

  • Jamie M.

    When I think of sushi buffets, this place does hold a special place among the others. Everytime I'd visit a friend in Davis, I'd always make a stop for this place. Not only is it cheap for a sushi buffet, but it's actually pretty good. Food here is served on boats, but you can order other stuff from the chef. For that reason alone, I recommend sitting at the bar. I prefer coming around dinner time because not only you get miso soup and a drink, but you have a whole lot more to choose from. Sure because it's from a boat, you may not always get the freshest sushi, but at the same time, when you get the good stuff, you get the really good stuff; especially the sashimi. Not only does it get you full slower, but it's also really fresh. My only real complaint about this place is that the service can be so-so. You really need to flag them down to get your drink refilled. However, the chefs are pretty solid in getting your food ready for you. Tip: Sit at the bar, makes things much easier.

    (4)

  • Kuan W.

    cool style, cool price, Love sashimi ( ok quality, they were somewhat icy)

    (4)

  • Aga O.

    Wednesday night. No line. Grab a menu and sit at the bar. Order your favorites which normally would be $8-10 per roll. $16.95 for dinner which included miso soup and your choice of beverage. (Lunch is 12.95, 1.95 drink, involves lining up early, and a mad rush of students/workers in for a deal.) Sushi, sashimi, handrolls, tempura, and other entrees like the hamachi kama, japche (clear noodles), soft-shell crab, and cucumber namul are all great. It's a buffet, it's as good as it gets in Yolo/Solano County... seriously. The sushi chefs are attentive and enjoy plating up your orders w/ a smile. (Tip'em a couple bucks on your way out or when you pick up your orders, they're hardworking folks!) Great servers too, consistent to fill our glasses and happy to clear away empty plates. We ate at our hearts (and guts) content... This is a once in a blue-moon-kinda-of-places-to-eat since... too much of a good thing is often bad. It's hard to stop even when you want to. See ya next year fuji, we still love you though. =D

    (5)

  • Marykate R.

    I LOVE THE SUSHI BOATS :) Pretty good variety, decent lunch price, and soo much fun! I recommend sitting around the boat and not at the tables .. it's just a lot more fun! Also, even if you're not a big sushi fan you can order stuff off the menu (teriyaki, etc.) all included in the price.

    (4)

  • Margaret L.

    MEH. What used to be a beacon of massive amounts of affordable sushi has quickly diminished in quality within the past 2 years. I remember enjoying plates and plates of decent quality sush' back in my days as a high schooler in Sacramento; Fuji's was the first thing I ate after days of being depressed after a dramatic teenage breakup, so they have emotional capital with me. HOWEVER, the last time I went there, they legitimately served me FROZEN FISH IN MY ROLL. It was like biting into a fishy ice cube, which might be a delicacy somewhere, but it wasn't what I ordered and it definitely provoked my gag reflexes. Rumor is: When Davis Sushi Buffet opened, all of the good sushi chefs quickly switched teams, leaving Fuji's severely lacking. By all accounts of the lacking quality of late, this could definitely be the case. AVOID.

    (1)

  • Amiel C.

    Alright, let's not go crazy about how ordinary their food is because this all-you-can-eat food is pretty awesome when you are a poor and hungry college kid. Lunch buffet for 13 bucks!! you can eat everything on the counter. They have lots of rolls, lots of rolls, and lots of rolls. oh, and they have sashimi too. Just tell the chefs what you want and they will make it happen. (nothing too exotic please) They also have fried stuff on the counter and some of them are kinda bleh. You can order miso soup and waitresses will bring it out. They do have dessert but the taste is BLEH. So stick to sashimi and rolls. They will stuff you and make you happy all day.

    (3)

  • M O.

    This is definitely a college student type place. They have a great deal price-wise for all you can eat sushi and what they offer isn't terrible either. I went there for lunch around noon and the bar was already full. We sat at a table to avoid being smushed at the bar. The waitress was very quick in explaining what all you can eat offers but we could figure it out for ourselves. The only thing that the waitresses serve you is the drinks. I went to grab a few items from the boats. They have a pretty good variety of things going by and if you want anything made, all you have to do is ask. I had wakame, a few rolls, sashimi, and some cake. I only have two complaints. For one, I just wish the rolls were labeled somehow so I knew what I was eating but that's probably not easy to do when they have to constantly be making food. Two, my sashimi was frozen. I got two plates of salmon sashimi. The first place was just cold and that was fine with me but my second plate of sashimi was straight up frozen. We told the waitress and she just took the plate and walekd away. I understand that its hard to thaw out fish quickly especially with high demand in a sushi buffet but still, it bummed me out because I love me some salmon sashimi. Other than that, I'd recommend this place. Not bad at all for a 15 buck all you can eat sushi joint.

    (3)

  • Jack L.

    For what you're paying, this is a pretty damn good place. Fuji is an all you can eat sushi bar. The main attraction is the center area where boats on moving water carry sushi which you can grab right off. Of course, you can also ask the chefs to prepare something you especially want. Overall, I would definitely recommend Fuji's if you're looking for a relatively cheaper sushi experience.

    (4)

  • Justin N.

    There was a time when this place was spoken in hallowed tones. Lines out past woodstock, having to take turns just to get in before closing. Sadly those days are just legends now. The lines tat existed my freshmen year, have disappeared though it is still bustling. The price has raised a little, but the dinner price i feel is most worth it. The quality has dropped off and every so often i get some icy tasting sashimi. Its still a good place to go, but not the legendary eatery that was.

    (3)

  • Kathy W.

    I don't give 5's often. The "manager" person is owned by Taiwanese and they said the Fuji's in Elk Grove is not theirs. Reasons why this one is better than the one in Davis. The fish is more fresh, drinks and soup (dinner only) are included, better fried bananas, better location, and they have a MENU need I say more? I must; I even liked the fried oysters better. The only downside was that they didnt have any fresh oysters today and they DONT serve ice cream. Also I don't think the rolls are as good as the other location. This location is also smaller than the one in Elk Grove. Another downside is that it is further from Stockton (1 hour). There was no line for dinner at 5:30 pm on Friday; probably because the UC-Davis students are on summer break. Lunch is 12.95 and dinner is 16.95 at this location.The only difference between lunch and dinner is that lunch does not include the drink, soft drink, and teriyaki items (Salmon, chicken, etc). I really hope I don't so to any of the Fuji's for another couple months (I have already been 3 times in the last 2 months). I dont want to gain weight and look like a chunky monkey.

    (5)

  • Elsa L.

    Let just start with the sushi, after all it is what I came for. Twice I went to the Davis location, weekend and weekday. Fish is not fresh and is a poor grade sushi, deep fry item are oily and so dame cold ! Even item on the sushi boat are dame cold. I order the grill fish head and it cost extra $5, Then I went to the one on Elk Grove on weekend, I wait 30 min before we can be seat which I don't mind at all. It seem to be a good sign with line waiting outside. Fish is the same quality but it does have a bit more items to choose from. Fresh oyster on half shelf, and this time grill fish head is included with the price of the dinner. At least the food were hot, but you do need to keep asking kitchen for item beside just sushi. Is rather inconvenience. There isn't a menu so I don't know what to order form the kitchen that's good, through the portion was nice. If you want good quality sushi then don't waste you time and money for either place. If you just want to "EAT SUSHI" and price is the main decision. Well go for it. I rather buy fresh sushi form Otis and do it myself.

    (2)

  • Manny N.

    This place has going for itself the price of the buffet ($17.95/dinner for all you can eat). Other than that, the quality of the food was mediocre at best. The rice was way too slimy. Flavor was just not there for me. Freshness of sashimi is questionable. In summary, this is a sushi bar for the numerous undergraduate students with limited budgets in Davis.

    (2)

  • Morris C.

    Get here early. This is always the spot my friends and I choose to go to whenever we're heading up to tahoe from the bay or vice versa! It is a great place for unlimited sushi with a good selection. They have a very cool circular moat with flowing water with boats connected to each other holding the sushi and misc foods they put out. They will also honor special requests, you have to get in the line on the side. One drawback, you need to get there early, there were several times where we were actually cut off from service because we simply came during the middle to end of lunch. They do close the waitlist off, please see the hours. If it wasn't for the wait, they'd get 5 stars. I enjoyed it here.

    (4)

  • Es L.

    AYCE sushi boat!! Yayy! And of course, they have extra things not on the boat that you can order from the kitchen... Like sashimi, fried oysters, and fried soft shell crab. Yuummy, but anything fried usually is...

    (4)

  • R J.

    This place is okay since I don't really eat sushi, the chef behind the counter is very attentive and so was the waiters.

    (3)

  • Alvin W.

    Came here last week, food were great! but for AYCE, coming here with a party of 2 wasn't that great, when you order rolls, it comes in 8 pieces so we couldn't try a lot of rolls we wanted to, Davis roll was one of our favorite. The chef that we ordered from had a mad face on most the time, got scared trying to order from him sometimes, but he was nice to us, maybe it was just his bad day, other than that, we ate the rolls happily looking away from the chef :)

    (3)

  • Hai Y.

    You know, this is a sad review for me. I first ate Fuji's back in 2003 and loved it right away. I've loved the place all the way until today when i said this is enough BS. I should have admitted it about 5 times ago, but I just didn't because of this blinded following. The food has always been excellent, above excellent until recently, about few months ago. It was a place that despite the lines out the door, I would still line up for an hr to eat while in college. Even after college, whenever I passed by Davis, it was the only place I'll stop at to eat dinner or lunch. It had it's run, I never thought that I would stop liking this place. There have always been some issues with Fujis, which now contribute even more so to why I don't want to come here, but were previously mitigated by the fact of having awesome food, decently priced, and that it's a sushi buffet! No where else can you find this. The issues before and are still present are that 1) they pack buttloads of rice into rolls 2) the chefs seem like they hate the job and never smile at you (I've observed others and is mostly true) 3) they are stingy when asking for a lot of sashimi. These are the 3 previous issues...which are still current. The 3rd reason, seems to be more and more obvious now though. One thing that I notice now is that the first plate of sashimi you ask for tastes better than the subsequent ones. This is not a trick of my mind. It is often that the 2nd plate the fish is sometimes partially frozen and doesn't taste as fresh. The frozen thing is also an issue. I can somewhat understand and forgive, but I still don't think it should happen. Here are the changes from the past to make me not want to come here anymore: 1) The last 2 times I went, they will not give unagi only, no rice. They used to do this no problem and other places do this no prob. I love unagi and I don't see why they can't serve it. Also, it's not even on the boats anymore, you have to ask for it and they make it for you. Did the price of eel go up significantly recently or something?? 2) They used to to put masago and ikura on things more often. I can still ask for ikura roll, but they look at me like I'm stealing their $. Dude, I'm paying $18 for dinner. Cmon. 3) Selection. There used to be fresh raw oysters. They had more interesting fried stuff. They had this spicy scallop thing. They had some octopus thing. I'm sure I'm missing a few. But now practically all they have are rolls and rolls and rolls (with a lot of rice might I add). They did add some korean BBQ and cakes and non-jpn stuff.....no comment on that. 4) Spicy tuna. Ok, I'm not a pro at jpn food, but I think it's supposed to be kinda grounded up and mixed with hot sauce then served. Now it's just cut up small piece of tuna and sprayed with hot sauce. Cmon now, it's just different, don't take short cuts 5) Saba/mackeral. Wow, amazing....just a POS. How can they even serve this??! It was hard and not edible. It was stale and just tasted like crap, literally. Burnt canned food might have tasted better. Ok, maybe not, but it was no edible and they should know better. 6) Price. In 2003, lunch was I believe $10. It was not over $11 for sure, now it's $14. Dollar wise, it's affordable. % wise, that's crazy. But if the quality stayed consistent, I would have no problem. I think that's about it, those above reasons coupled with the recurring service issues make this place a no go. I will admit though, I will miss their soft shelled crab. This is still the only place that does it the best. Other than this, there isn't anything that I can't get anywhere else. I salute you Fuji's. You were a great place to go eat and stuff my face full of good food and end the meal with some sweet buttox oranges! I don't know what I'll replace you with. Maybe Nobu? Davis Sushi Buffet? Elk Grove Fujis? Kome?

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  • Marny S.

    Im giving this place 3 stars because of a really great friendly staff. i've had better sushi at some other restaurants. The sashimi was flat out frozen and the rolls were just ok.

    (3)

  • Bernadette M.

    I have been here many times when visiting in Davis. Price for lunch and dinner is not that bad for what you get. You could order by telling the chef's behind the sushi boat or look at the sushi boat and grab what you want. Their sashimi seems fresh alwaysand gives you plenty on a plate. I love their deep fried oysters, soft shell crab, and the baby octopus. Their other sushi rolls on the menu are great also. There are plenty of desserts such as cakes, oranges, and deep fried bananas. It does get very crowded at night and the noise level is pretty loud. Overall great atmosphere for small or big groups of people.

    (4)

  • Tien N.

    What happened!?!? I used to go here relatively often from 2004-2008, but yesterday it was actually awful. The price was high, the service was terrible and the food was mediocre at best. I get it, it's All-You-Can-Eat sushi at bargain prices, but I'm not expecting a 5 star restaurant, I'm not even expecting a 4. But seriously, Davis has more All-You-Can-Eat sushi places per in it's downtown per square mile than probably anywhere else in the US. With that much competition, Fuji's afford to be the most expensive, and provide that low of both food and service. Over half the boats were empty, and there were 3 sushi chefs that seemed more focused on prepping food for dinner than serving the current customers. The chefs blatantly avoided eye contact and when I finally got their attention it was as if I were an annoyance to them. I considered the idea of my standards being lower as a college student years ago, but even with that in consideration there is no way Fuji's was ever as low as I saw it yesterday. No more oysters, at least not this time around.

    (2)

  • Kenny C.

    What is there not to like about this place? I heard about the dual direction sushi boats over 3yrs ago...but wasn't sure where it was. A buddy told me about this sushi place in Davis that's call Fuji's. All you can eat. It's not like a premade sushi buffet. You can order specialty sushi. Can't wait to go back!! Round About static.px.yelp.com/bphot… icantsee.xanga.com/42527… (Sunday, April 5, 2009)

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  • Cynthia L.

    I'm no longer a fan of this place. The food quality and service went downhill. The waitresses and sushi chefs forgot about some of my orders. I was given food that I didn't even ask for. What happened? I had such a good experience on my last visit.

    (2)

  • Jade R.

    Yeah uh I was enjoying my meal and was gonna write a review that was less harsh than my last one, but lo and behold, after I finished eating everything, I spotted a cockroach crawling near my table. I HAVE HAD IT WITH THESE MOTHEREFFING COCKROACHES ON THIS MOTHEREFFING TABLE. Seriously, Fuji? NOT COOL. Then my mom told me that a cockroach wasn't so bad, and followed up with a story about the time she found pubic hair in her dim sum (not at fujis, but at some place in Hong Kong). THANKS MOM

    (1)

  • Audrey D.

    The first time I went here was when I first moved to Davis for school. It was alright considering that it was the first "Davis" sushi buffet experience I had. But after eating at Davis Sushi Buffet around the block, I decided that Fuji's was not as good of an experience. A few months later, I decided to give Fuji's another try, but was turned off FOR GOOD: The first thing I judge my sushi buffets on is the sashimi. Especially the salmon sashimi because that's all I eat. The first plate I ordered was still half frozen with slushy pieces in the fish. Isn't salmon sashimi supposed to melt in your mouth instead of slush in your mouth? I guess the rolls are okay, but the iced water was a little fishy. The ambience is too dark and sketchy for my taste. I prefer DSB's lighting and service.

    (1)

  • Jennifer W.

    My friends ate here and they got food poisoning. The doctor said that the fish was contaminated. I would try to avoid this restaurant if I were you.

    (1)

  • Dilys S.

    Coming from San Francisco where Sushi is extremely expensive, I am spoiled by this truly bottomless lunch/dinner special buffet: sashimi, rolls, desserts, nigiri. The quality is decent for a buffet! And you get the sushi boat experience as well as the buffet. Definitely taking San Francisco big-stomach friends here

    (3)

  • Lana N.

    $13.95 AYCE Lunch Buffet $17.95 AYCE Dinner Buffet With prices continually going up, the previously good value of this AYCE establishment is diminishing. Food quality is still the same and you still get plenty full with their good service... but hopefully prices stop soaring or you'll definitiely be getting jipped and they'll be sure to stop seeing their crowds of loyal hungry customers.

    (3)

  • Vivian P.

    Definintely lived up to the hype! I'm from Roseville, CA and usually eat at Mizu and wasn't sure if Fuji would live up to Mizu's great reputation. However, I was moving my sister into college that weekend and decided to stop in for lunch. First of all, it's PACKED, and we had to put our name down on the list - we were afraid it was going to be a LONG wait, but it was like 15 minutes - awesome! We were given a table, but asked to be seated at the sushi bar - which they accomodated, we liked this much better as we would not have to continue to get up just to get food. The sushi was very yummy (i'm not sure about freshness, but it's all you can eat), and they would make you anything you asked for - they have a menu and will make anything off of it at your request. They also have gyoza and tempura. All included! Our meal was like $13/person for lunch - and definintely worth it - it was very yummy and we definintely will be back. Side Note - they don't take Discover Card, only Visa/MC, and it's a little dirty, but when you have several hundred people coming in to lunch in a tiny place, it's gonna be not so clean.

    (5)

  • Christina L.

    I don't understand how this place could not have 5 stars!! I came in expecting only the best as I had heard about from so many people and it did not disappoint! The food may not be that inventive or creative but the quality is amazing and the quantity...totally worth it! For about $16 for lunch, tea and gratuity you can eat all the sashimi, soft shell crab, jelly fish (!!!), chicken wings and oranges you want!! My 5 stars is for a great experience and I had absolutely nothing to complain about which, for me, is a big deal at a new restaurant. Little known goodies for me were the jellyfish and chicken wings which a nice diversion from the typical sashimi and sushi =) After a weekend of boarding and hanging out in Reno, Fuji Sushi Boat was the perfect end to a perfect trip and I am so glad we went!

    (5)

  • Kelly M.

    How many hours of my life have I spent in line for the Fuji weekend buffet? Definitely more than I've ever spent inside, *at* the buffet. Raw oysters, soft-shell crab rolls, rainbow rolls, bottomless edamame... I don't really eat sushi anymore because I can't have Fuji.

    (4)

  • Kamni G.

    This place has a huge line to get in all the time and I was curious. I went there with my fiance and did a lunch buffet. It is all you can eat sushi and the chefs do not mind making you what you would like. My fiance asked for a spider roll and I am a vegetarian so I said suprise me and they did it! Prices are great and so is the service.

    (5)

  • Jenny C.

    I feel like any type of buffet is just to fill the stomach and not to satisfy the taste buds. That being said, this place does just that. The food really isn't all that great, but the variety and unlimited sashimi make the price worth it. However, I have tried sashimi that were still half frozen here before. My point is, the food isn't the greatest but still a great place to go when you are just starving and can't wait for food. What I recommend: Seared tuna spicy tuna roll

    (3)

  • Anna T.

    Even though the original owners sold this restaurant and moved to Elk Grove, the sushi here is still good considering it's an AYCE. The sashimi I had was really fresh too so an extra star for that. But oh my god, was I full. My friends and I got there about a half hour before the kitchen closed, so once the servers made the final call, my friends and I went crazy and ordered waaay too much. But it was all delicious and worth the food-coma-discomfort afterwards. The servers and sushi chefs were very friendly considering how busy it was. And I'm always amazed at how the chefs can memorize all the different sushi orders. Seriously, the chef standing closest to where I was sitting had about 20-30 different plates of sushi/sashimi orders given to him 5 minutes before the kitchen closed and he did it all in a calm and timely manner. Tip: Don't be shy when ordering from the sushi chefs. This is not the time to be quiet, or else you'll never get your order in! For parking, there's a little lot directly across the street but I think the restaurant shares it with the other businesses in the area. There's also street parking though, so if you and/or your friends have good parking karma, you can give those a shot.

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  • Kimberly B.

    I hardly find myself in Davis, but our group of friends decided to stop by here for lunch when we were heading back home after a weekend of snowboarding. When we arrived on a Sunday, we had to wait around 30 minutes because our party of 9 needed 3 tables near each other to fit us in. There's not a whole lot of room in the waiting area, which kind of sucks when it's cold and raining outside. After we got seated, I was slightly confused having it be my first time at the restaurant. I had no idea that we had to get up from our seats and line up on either side of the sushi boat moat area to grab plates of food. I felt bad for the folks who sat at the sushi boat counter because there were always people breathing down their backs as they waited in line to grab more food. The sushi itself was pretty decent for a $16.95 buffet. They even offered fresh sashimi and soft shell crab! Yum! Dessert-wise and vegetable-wise, not as much selection as I had hoped, maybe because we went during lunch and not during dinner. They do give you a menu to order from, but the wait staff didn't come around much. I hope they will add udon or miso soup to their menu!!

    (4)

  • Jenna C.

    You're gonna get All-you-can-eat sushi for a pretty cheap price and you're gonna eat A LOT! However, since I first went there in 2003, I believe the quality has gone down a bit. Also, it became harder and harder to wake up at 9am on a weekend so that you can stand in line for a sushi buffet that starts at 11! The line just gets so ridiculous sometimes. I did hear there is another sushi buffet around the block. But please visit Fuji's and compete with your friends to see how many plates you can eat! Also, the oranges are bangin! Oh, and try to stack the plates as high as you can before the waiters take them away!

    (4)

  • Michael K.

    Price to food quality and selection - this place is a very very good deal! Fuji's was a staple back when I attended UCD. The only all you can eat sushi bar where you can order anything from sashimi to a platter of soft shell crab in addition to everything else. The quality hasn't wavered over the years and the price is insane at $12 a person for the buffet. The quality could be improved as the last time we tried it out the sashimi was half frozen. But for the price, who cares. Definitely try the deep fried bananas. I miss you Fuji!!!!!

    (5)

  • Vicky N.

    After a whole day walking around and getting somewhat lost in Downtown Davis, my cousin and I got hungry and decided on sushi. We ate like a f*cking whale! This was the first time I ever saw a revolving sushi bar on water; thus, the sushi boat. Why have I not thought about this before? I do not know, but my mind was blown! Okay sushi. The price was just incredible considering that in the area I live in, there are no sushi buffets that's under $20. Would I go back again if I lived in the area? You betcha! I miss my baby cousin now ..the comedian of the family. Good memories! *Tears.

    (3)

  • Andy N.

    Oh Davis... you are infamous for having all the cheap sushi bars. For $13, any starving college student would find this deal more than worth it. If you are a fan of sushi and different types of Americanized-Japanese food, then this place will be good to satisfy your cravings. I went early in the lunch hour on a weekday, and I have to admit, it does get crowded very quickly. The restaurant is all buffet, so regardless of whether you sit at the sushi bar or at a table, it's free for all. I'd suggest getting a seat at the bar so you don't have to get up to place an order. The sushi selection is decent. You have a lot of Americanized rolls including spider, dragon, and davis... In terms of the seafood selection however, the restaurant could fair better. I'm personally more of a fan of nigiri sushi, with seafood on top of rice. They have an abundance of salmon, tuna, and squid. However, not much else that I was craving, such as more high quality tuna. But its what should be expected since it is buffet style. They offer a lot of fried foods including oysters, which were great and highly recommended. I'd tackle plated of sashimi if I go back again. The management is very nice, and the sushi chefs are constantly asking to see if you need anything. Service is great, and sushi is good. My main concern is that you get tired of it quickly, so if you plan on coming often, I'd at best come once every other week. For those that have had the opportunity to taste authentic sushi from Japan, this place will definitely not live up to your standards... but it's enough to satisfy your cravings.

    (3)

  • Nga N.

    Don't go here. Better to go to the sushi restaurant also an all-you-can-eat place around the corner. Not worth the frustration. During a busy night you have to walk up to the chef making the sushi at the bar to place your order. Since we were seated at a regular table. You think you'll be waited on but you're not! The chef forgets your order. Gives your food to someone else. There's no line. Everything is a total chaos! Is not worth it. I'm so exhausted from grabbing our food that I don't even have the stomach to eat. Seriously not worth it.

    (1)

  • Amy S.

    Um, I realize its buffet sushi but its seriously made with no love. While visiting my sister who attends college nearby I checked this place out after hearing all the rave reviews about how its hella cheap and hella good. Only one of these proved true and it wasnt the latter! You know you dont like a buffet when the only thing you're going back for is the orange slices over and over and you don't even like oranges all that much. They had a poster with 4 different types of dipping sauces. When I asked for the red spicy mayo looking one, they just directed me to a table of siracha. Ok? Then when I asked if I could have salmon roe nigiri, the man told me to wait at the sushi boat for it. After standing there for 10 min, another man told me they only had that for dinner sevice. Grr! PASS!

    (2)

  • Jess s.

    Oh Fuji how i used to love you so much. I remember when i first moved to davis i used to come here every week for lunch with my friends. But since you've changed ownerships I've been here 3 times. Each time i come, it gets worse and worse. This past time i went since my friend came up to davis and i wanted to show her the "original sushi buffet". Our experience was less than pleasant. First of all, they raised the price to almost $20 for sushi buffet at night. Secondly, the entire time we were eating..or shall i say "trying" to eat, we were pestered by flies and spiders that were crawling all over the place. seriously, that's gotta be a health code violation :( the sashimi wasn't as great as i remembered it to be.. and it took them a good 15 minutes to make a roll we requested even though there was barely anyone eating there besides us. oh yeah.. and i think i got food poisoning from eating there. I ended up spending the rest of the night hovering over my toilet throwing up ;(

    (2)

  • Jonathan James S.

    I try to avoid the word buffet anywhere I go in my travels. In case point Fuji, Japanese cuisine in mass amounts served on a rotating sushi boat. The famous Fuji on G St., I'm joined with 4 friends, three of them Fuji virgins. The best seat in the house is definitely the sushi bar. Today we are tabled and sitting nearly the farthest away spot from the sushi bar. Begin the savagery. Let's start off with a dragon roll and proceed to work it with the wasabi and ginger. If you don't like wasabi or ginger you're missing out. I like wasabi thick in my soy sauce dish with a little soy to the point the paste is a little drenched. I like to taste my food without anything first condiments to taste the food quality of the fish. The first bite of the dragon roll end is good, but I think is better with wasabi. My favorite thing here is the soft shell crab. Yu go to the end of the boat and ask for it and they'll bring it out for you. Actually any of the fried food its good like the fried oysters and shrimp. As for the sushi itself it's not the the best I ever had, but what do you expect from a buffet where the fish barely was taken out of the freezer from the back. If you're really hungry I wouldn't hesitate to come here, but I'd go during the early hours on Sunday morning for the best ambiance. At least I enjoy the company and watching friends eat a sh*t load of food. It's funny to watch your friends eat a lot and having a contest of how many plates you can stack.

    (3)

  • Kwun H.

    Can't complain about the price. Decent sushi and other Japanese goodies for $14/$18 all you can eat. Quality is hit and miss. The soft shell crab is good, the sashimi is good. Most of the other dish are above average. The waiting is long so be prepared.

    (4)

  • Winé C.

    De-lash-us. I just found out they Fry bananas. FRIED BANANAS! OMG BREAK OUT THE ICE CREAM!!! I wantttttttt! Mm. They never fail to disappoint. Why won't they move down to the bayyyy!? NOW!

    (4)

  • Trice P.

    We LOVE this place and have been coming here for over two years. I'm actually surprised I haven't written a review yet. I went to UC Davis, but this place was not opened yet. If it was, I think I would have been in trouble. Location: Pretty good location right on G Street with street parking and a parking lot across the street in front of Ace Hardware. It can be difficult to find parking sometimes, but we've never been here where we couldn't find one. There's parking along the train tracks behind Ace Hardware and in the surrounding streets. Be prepared on the weekends to wait a little bit. You put your name on a paper to either sit at the bar (watch the floating boats) or at a table. Surprisingly, the turnover is pretty quick for a buffet and we've never waited more than 20 minutes. During the weekdays, we've never really had to wait. Don't recommend that you go near closing on weekdays. It seemed like they stopped putting out food around 30 minutes prior. Food: An incredible deal for lunch (~$15) and dinner (~$18). Lunch does not come with a drink; dinner does, as well with miso soup. If you sit at a table, you just go up to the end of the bar and grab whatever you want off the boats. To order sashimi or other rolls that are already not readily available for you to grab on the top of the glass, you just tell the guys in the center of the bar. There's a pretty good variety and even things you can order from the back (like fried oysters, shrimp and/or vegetable tempura). Service: It's okay. Don't expect to be served. But, it's a small enough place, where you can always find someone if you need a drink refill or you need something. Worse case, just walk on right over to the entrance of the kitchen and there's bound to be someone who can help you there. Ambience: It's pretty casual and a no frills type of a place. The tables are a bit sticky and the floors seem like it, as well. I wouldn't say that it's not clean, but I think a good scrubbing would probably make a huge difference in just the look of the place. This is the reason why I am not giving five stars. We drive out of our way to go to this place and we've never been disappointed.

    (4)

  • Jessica C.

    I think between Davis Sushi Buffet and Fujis this place is a bit better. I can not really complain when the lunch buffet is only around 13 dollars a person. I am pretty sure all of the rolls have the same base roll at the bottom and just different stuff on top cause after a while it all just tastes the same. The sashimi is cut quite thin but it's a cheap chinese owned sushi buffet... what else can i expect? Overall, this place is not bad... especially if you are a college student ballin' on a budget!

    (3)

  • Jayo D.

    First sushi buffet ever. For a first, it was pretty memorable. I was visiting a friend up in UC Davis for the weekend, and was eager to try the somewhat 'famous' sushi buffets in the area. We had a wait for about ~15 minutes. After being seated, you just go up to the revolving bar and pick whatever you like. You can also order custom sushi rolls that they don't have on the belt. The order sushi rolls are full size, and are about 8-10 pieces, if not more or less. As I said earlier, as a first timer, the experience was lovely. The food was mediocre, but I'd say it was pretty decent for a buffet. After I was all done, having arrived by bike, I had to 'walk it out' and digest a bit before I got back on my bike. Make sure you walk around a few blocks!

    (4)

  • Tracy D.

    We found our new sushi spot!! I have been wanting to come here for a while now but I never had the time. We were so happy to get a seat at the sushi bar. Loved watching different kinds of sushi floating by us and how we could pick any plate our hearts desire. All of the sushi was super good and we also ordered tempura oysters, and you could order anything off of them menu also but I figured I would just grab the ones I wanted off the boats. Service was good the waitress made sure our iced tea was filled. The drinks are included in with the dinner which comes out to be a little less than $20. Not too bad since you can eat as much as you want and order sashimi too. I was pleased and will definitely be back soon.

    (4)

  • Alex K.

    My roommates and I finally stepped into this place for the lunch buffet after struggling to finding a parking spot. A fair amount of people were inside, mostly students or elderly people with little children, presumably their grandchildren. We stood around the front, waiting for the waitress to take us to a table since the sushi bar ahead of us was full. The lighting was dim, though ahead of us, as I said, was the sushi bar. The bar is sort of curved in an oval, and has a little structure that touches the ceiling hanging over it, proclaiming "bar" in tiny neon red letters. The front of this structure is lined with pink and green neon bar lights that glare steadily over the restaurant, not doing anything to alleviate the dimness, but rather adding to it in a very special way to make me feel like I was in a movie set in the late 80s, featuring drug addicts and the Triad. The walls of the restaurant had some pictures and other art. The one above our table was enclosed in a glass box covered in a thin layer of dust, and sporting a greasy hand print on one side. We're not about to eat off pictures on the wall but I might have been a little more confident in the place if they looked like they'd been cleaned within the past two weeks. The bar itself has a little river system with small sushi-laden boats tied together, floating in an endless cycle. The chef puts something on the boats you just pick off the plates that you want. There was some nigiri, some rolls, chicken gyoza, edamame, chicken skewers, fried chicken + chicken wings, some beef or pork pieces, seaweed salad, cucumbers, and little fried mochi balls covered in sesame and stuffed with red bean paste. Anyway, if you want one of these plates, you have to find a free spot at the bar and try to claim your prize before it drifts away. If there are no free places, you can brave the supremely awkward undertaking of reaching in between customers to get your food. If you don't want to do that, you can pile up by the kitchen entrances, where the little boats switch direction, and watch and wait for your food to approach. Hopefully nobody will take it before you can get to it. This is also an awkward method since it shoves you next to the kitchen, so you and the staff can get in each other's ways at times. The more people you have near you, the worse the situation is. My roommate really enjoyed the salmon nigiri and the chicken wings, which she thought were very juicy and tasty. The fried mochi balls also did well at my table. I tried some other nigiri...the fish was tepid with a strange consistency. From what I hear, this place has trouble balancing replete-with-ice-crystals with held-in-hand-for-twenty-minutes temperatures for their nigiri... The unagi was pretty standard, and the shrimp nigiri looked a little pallid and dangerous. It's probably okay but nobody at my table wanted to try it. The gyoza looked very much like a frozen brand I know of. The rolls were very standard and basically none of them appealed to me. A lot of them were heavy with 'meh' sauce and imitation crab. They had orange slices and some little pastry for dessert, which I didn't try, because at this point I was feeling nauseous. The service was alright. A woman refilled our water occasionally and asked us if we wanted to order anything before the kitchen closed for break. Standard stuff, you know. With tax, the lunch buffet ($13.95 standard) came to $15 and a few cents. The quality of the food was so mediocre, at times bordering on bad, that I found myself daydreaming about excuses to only pay half my bill. Maybe I have very high food standards and should not have come here. Although it's a sushi buffet, a business type popularly known for quantity over quality, I did expect better from a place that has such good reviews. Because the food is not inedible, and because I did not actually see Triad members, it gets two stars.

    (2)

  • Julianna L.

    Food was alright. Services was ok when The waitress sat us down...but after that, our waitress neglected our table. Our dishes were piling up...no water refill, of course if you want their attention, try saying "HELLO" ...trust me it works! :)

    (2)

  • Marco L.

    Amazing!!! While visiting a friend over at UC Davis she suggested this place and bam! All you can eat "sushi" for lunch buffet under $15.00. ALL YOU CAN EAT!! I figured out how they were able to do it but still not a bad deal. Definitely would consider coming back if ever I find myself here at Davis.

    (4)

  • Audrey G.

    One of the best value sushi buffets in Northern CA. Not only can you choose from a rotating river of sushi boats (that include cooked items such as bbq), but you can also special order a variety of rolls, sashimi, and hand rolls from the chefs! (Although sometimes the wait time can be annoying) I would recommend just going straight for sashimi and ordering a specialty roll or two from the chefs, to get your money's worth. One thing to be aware of, their rolls have a much higher rice-to-topping ratio than the rolls you would normally get at a sushi restaurant. (Since rice fills you up) So be wary of eating too many rolls and getting full right off the bat! Also, their sashimi is sometimes a hit or miss. Salmon (my fave!) is usually pretty good, but the last time I went their tuna sashimi didn't taste fresh at all.... My favorites: Salmon Sashimi, Soft Shell Crab, any hand roll, lion king, and rainbow roll!

    (4)

  • Fabi P.

    Meh. All their rolls are made of crab mix. Only a couple have salmon on top or inside. Very poor selection...for $18, youre probably better off at a 50% off all rolls type of restaurant, if youre into rolls. Would not go back.

    (2)

  • Shawntel M.

    Well, if you're looking for a California roll on the boats, you've made the right choice. We dined here with very little expectation. There was no real variety of sushi on the boat. Every roll seemed to be California roll with a different sauce or topping. The service was quick and that's about it.

    (2)

  • Amanda T.

    I haven't been to a sushi buffet in ever so I was pretty excited to come to Fuji's. I'd have to say all the food was pretty good and all made fresh. With that, I ate so much that I thought I was about to puke it up. It was a false alarm though; I just burped a few times. On that note, don't get soda! I got so much air in my stomach that I thought I was full, but no, I was just the carbonation! I mean, you want to get your money's worth of food right?! Oh yea something that was SUPER gross were the chefs/busboy/workers. I mean please don't pick your nose or touch your face! You touch our food and that should NOT be tolerated. I saw one of the sushi chefs like pick their nose... but they were outside of the sushi bar area. I'm not sure if he was going to wash his hands afterwards or just go on continuing making more sushi... I would have given this place 4 stars for the food, but with the yucky nose picking, I give this place a 3.

    (3)

  • Sharon T.

    This is a really bad sushi place to go to. I hate that they close the sushi bar before they even close, just to rush you to go away, but there's still an hour left before closing. Their sushi is not even worth calling mediocre. I've been here once and I would never come back.

    (1)

  • Abe M.

    Sorry Fuji's you have lost me. The last two times I have gone here, the sashimi fish have been frozen. Nothing is worse that a crunch when eating sashimi. Also, their roll selection pales in comparison to Juscos, as well as their hot food menu. The specialty rolls had different names, but all tasted the same and there was a crazy long wait.

    (2)

  • Maria L.

    I hope it was a really bad timing when we went here yesterday, May 3, 2014. No hot tea refill. I had to call someone to please refill. Wasabe is watery. The sashimi was not fresh. It tasted freeze burn with an after taste of stale fish. It was probably re-frozen. Yuck! The staff at the bar points at each other for different things you order. The woman staff who takes the order for oysters looks mad and not happy with her job. She yelled, "no fresh oyster." i yelled back, "so I want fried oysters." She did not reply, but I got my fried oysters. The good ones here last night: Hot tea tasted good. Grilled fish was good. Sashimi was fresh. Never going back here. But wait! The Fuji Buffet in Elk Grove is superb! Go to Elk Grove Fuji Buffet. They also have Chinese food and the place is bigger with great service from hot tea to whatever you want to order at the sushi bar.

    (1)

  • Anne G.

    Ok so I got seated by a lady that was on the phone and a guy came by to give us water never to return. I spent the entire meal without anyone coming to the table. When I went up to order, I told the lady what I wanted, she heard me, mumbled something and went back into the kitchen. She never got me what I wanted. Oh and I forgot to mention, there was a cockroach on the wall right above the little boats of food.

    (1)

  • Ben L.

    My first visit to Fuji Sushi was years ago, driven by the desire to gorge on calories after a long day of snowboarding. The pleasant memory of the all-you-can-eat sushi buffet lingered in my mind, enough to recommend it to others. My most recent trip proved how faulty memory can be. Sure, the reviews say the service sucks, but this is all-you-can-eat! Well when no one takes your order (except for drinks) and no one brings you sashimi or nigiri, this is a problem. I'm not a huge buffet person but when I partake, it's about consuming as much premium sashimi and nigiri possible. Same as any rational person. The goal of the AYCE restaurant is to get me full as quickly as possible with the cheapest food items. Think mammoth rolls and overly sauced fried cheap things. Timing also plays a role, if you consume a lot of food initially, you won't realize that you are full and continue eating. The trick is to get people eating the cheap stuff early on and they won't have the willpower or stomach to order the good stuff. Fuji, however, goes to the next level. Why? Well it sits in a college town. An AYCE sushi place located within striking distance of ravenous college students. How could it possibly survive? Here's how: Deliberately horrible service and plenty of delicious fried bad things. Misdirection- The restaurant was packed; the wait was 15 minutes. After sitting down, our waitress brought some drinks and promptly vanished. There are two ways to get food, go grab food from the sushi bar/boat or place an order. All available items at the bar/boat? Rolls, cooked foods, and fried bad things. Sashimi / Nigiri / Hand rolls? Requires an order to one of the chefs. Guess what is near impossible to do? Place a timely order! First, I tried ordering from the front, I was told to go order at the back. Then I went to the back and people directed me to the front. Your mileage may vary but the goal is to make ordering difficult. When you actually place an order, they shoot you a look that says "come on bro, don't make me work." It's akin to trying to place a drink order with a bartender at a crowded nightclub. Now eventually (for rational people) the strategy dawns on you. I was determine to undermine it, but several times, I succumbed to scarfing down the plentiful fried goopy things in front of me. It's a brilliant strategy, everyone sees what they are doing, yet they are powerless to resist the fried / roll items. How to win - The restaurants goal is to delay the ordering process until I give up and eat the huge sauced rolls. Based on the stream of patrons, this won't change soon. So how do you get your way? Be firm, lock eyes with the chef, and let him know that you aren't going anywhere until you get your raw fish. Do not be unnerved when they toss the finished plate towards you with a disgusted look. Once the chef sees that you are willing to fight for your sushi, you will get it. Sometimes. In short, Fuji has an innovative adaptive business model for AYCE sushi. Traditionally the first defense mechanism is pumping extra rice in everything. Here they frustrate you with deliberately poor service and try to trick you into eating "failure sushi." It would be fascinating to interview the restaurant employees to determine exactly how this sophisticated system evolved. But this shall remain a mystery since they will simply ignore you.

    (2)

  • Sabrina W.

    Fuji chef is the thing that I miss most about Davis. Really though. When I think of Davis, I think of Fuji's. There was a time where my sister and I would go every week. It got to the point that the hostess/owner recognized us when we walked in, didn't ask us if wanted to sit at a table or bar. She just knew. And then we'd sit down at the bar and the sushi chef would just make us fried ebi (don't worry I'll get to it) without us even asking. Even after graduating and only coming back a few times a year, they still recognize us and I still love it. I am constantly missing and craving Fuji's and cannot wait until my next trip to Davis to finally go back and have some sushi. What I love about this place is that it is so cheap! $15.99 for all you can eat sushi and miso soup and a drink. YES PLEASE! And what's great, is that it's not just limited to sushi. No no no, I'm talking about unlimited sushi + unlimited sashimi + unlimited tempura! I must have tried so many things here and was never disappointed. Minus the fried oysters. I don't know what it is about them, but nope, don't like them. Without fail I would always get tempura veggies and shrimp, a Davis roll and Fried Ebi. Now if you've never had fried ebi, you are seriously missing out. What it is is a shrimp negiri, tempura-ed and then topped with tobiko and siracha and eel sauce. Talk about noms!! My sister and I tried it by accident once and we were hooked! I can't even remember how many things I've tried for the first time here that I fell in love with. You're probably wondering why if I'm raving about this place and how much I love it that I'm only giving it 4 stars. Honestly, I'm wondering that myself. I think the big thing is that this place is not high quality sushi that I have learned to love. But for $15 for all you can eat, this is by far and will always be my favorite spot. So many wonderful memories and so much laughter happened in this place that it will always be dear to me. Fuji's will forever be my sister's and I restaurant. I can't imagine going here without her but I absolutely cannot wait to go back.

    (4)

  • GiaLinh N.

    This place is used to be even more awesome than now. I have been coming here for the past two years for lunch or whenever I crave of sushi. PRICE: It's a reasonable price for all-you-can-eat sushi. No place can even beats this price. With only around $20, you could eat as much sushi and and sashimi as you want. It's even cheaper for lunch, only around $13-$15. FOOD: Back as two years ago, the sashimi was always fresh whenever I came here to eat. However, during this recent visit, I always have to eat frozen sashimi, and there is even ice in the sashimi. However, the sushi is good and variety. There are many kinds of sashimi that you could try too. The dessert is limited choices, but who cares? We come here to eat sushi LOCATION: Located right at the downtown Davis. However, it's hard to find parking during peak time. Usually, street parking or driving around to park at the train parking is what I do. SERVICE: The chef is nice. He always give me a lot whenever I order sushi or sashimi. They do every dishes nicely and carefully. The cashier lady is nice and enthusiastic too.

    (5)

  • Douglas K.

    I came here not too long ago and was somewhat disappointed. I used to come here every other month several years back and I remember it being more... lively I guess. There would be a line awaiting the opening of the restaurant at 11AM with a line trailing almost to the other end of the block. But now it feels pretty dead with not as much business. I was wondering why until I sat down in front of the swimming sushi boats. The sushi selection wasn't as big as I remembered. Many of the sushi plates seemed very basic and unappetizing. Here are a few more reasons not to come here 1. quality of the fish - mediocre at best 2. customer service - meh 3. price - too high for the quality of food they serve If you want to get your moneys worth (assuming you get buffet) you should order sushi from the menu or order sashimi (raw fish). Ignore ordering nigiri (rice with fish on top) because you'll get full faster. Back then I used to order SOFT SHELL CRAB! Drizzle it with lemon and a little soy sauce and feast! But they didn't even have it the last time I went :(. Another thing I'd order is deep fried bananas and they couldn't do that right either. The banana was pretty mushy and the outer deep fried part couldn't hold it together very well. Can this place be any more of a fail right now?? It gets worse. I JUST read my friend's review (written 2010) about Fuji's and it so happens that the original owners moved to the Fuji's in Elk Grove. No wonder the one in Davis went down the crapper. Go to DAVIS SUSHI instead! Or if you're still trying to get a taste of Fuji's go to Elk Grove!

    (1)

  • Kim L.

    Very few sushi and dish selections. The short mexican looking sushi chef behind the bar that prepares all the sashimi for you is a dickhead that looks at you like hes retarded when you order from him. He wouldnt give me more than 4 thinnest slices of tako sashimi every time. When I ask the prick I want 3 orders of tako sashimi he said "cant do 3 orders", so I have to walk back and forth 3 times just to get 10 tinniest pieces of tako sashimi. One time, I asked him for mixed nigiri, the joker told me "come back later". I would be fine if he smiled, but he always has a dead look on his face like he doesnt want to be there. TO OWNER: PLEASE FIRE THIS SHORT MEXICAN SUSHI PREPARER. HE IS REALLY MESSING UP YOUR RESTAURANT. YOU JUST LOST SOME CUSTOMERS AND GOT YOURSELF SOME BAD BAD REVIEWS. GO TO DAVIS SUSHI BUFFET EVERYONE! BETTER SELECTIONS, BETTER SUSHI!!

    (1)

  • Anthony F.

    Service was great the sashimi was much better than most places and the new vacaville location makes it even better!

    (5)

  • Nor-Cal E.

    The mexican chef in front of the bar is one of the rudest and no sense of what customer service is all about. Would rather go to Fujis in Elk Grove than to deal with this guy again.

    (1)

  • Joanne Z.

    This place is gross, we left after 3 mins of being there. 1. Terrible seating 2. Rude staff 3. I complained about my menu being wet and dirty and server snatched it from my hand 4. Our table was sticky and uncleaned 5. The boat water was very dirty and splashing around (unsanitary) 6.overall, we just got the sense this place was filthy and we were not going to risk getting sick. Will not come back unless management is changed.

    (1)

  • Lynn P.

    "Meh" just about sums it up for tonight. My usual favorites (salmon sashimi and unagi) didn't seem as flavorful as I remember them being, but that's not all... A note to those coming for a relatively late dinner: We came in at about 7:30pm and noticed them slowing down on their sushi boat offerings at around 8:00pm. At about 8:30pm they start putting things away. A member of my family got up to get more slices of orange but since they put it away already, they told him that there was no more for tonight. Fortunately, they placed the leftover platters of sushi and oranges at an unoccupied table right next to us, so we just sneaked some off the table (afterall we are paying customers and they were still a half-hour away to closing time!). So late diners, anticipate and plan accordingly!

    (2)

  • Alvin C.

    Great service and food was ok. For $13.95 per person, it's a good place to stop-by for all you can eat sushi. We've been hear twice. First time was just my wife and I. We sat at the sushi bar which is convenient. The sushi is in front of you to grab and server is there for other type of sushi or special orders. Second time, we had a family of 8 and we had to be at a table. This meant having to walk back and forth to get sushi. Oh, the restroom can use some cleaning and updating.

    (4)

  • Billy A.

    My preferred sushi stop is in sacramento but my fiancé and I were in the mood for sushi and just happened to be in Davis at the time. We found this Fuji location on yelp and figured it would be similar to the one in Elk Grove. Umm NO! After driving around for 20 minutes we finally found a spot to park and when we walked in we couldn't believe How empty the place was. Not only did they not have any customers and there was little selection. We left and headed right to the Elk Grove location. A drive? Yes but well worth it.

    (1)

  • Ben T.

    The waitress is super kind, she is such a sweet lady. I understand that some people are frustrated with the sushi chefs, but I mean when you have 15 people yelling at you for salmon sashimi, you are going to have to adjust. This place has good sashimi, maybe the best in Davis. I prefer this place over the other all you can eat sushi places in downtown because I just feel cleaner inside. Plus you have the option of chilling around the sushi boat bar, or having a table. About 14 bucks for lunch, 18 bucks for dinner. Pricey, yes; but it is all you can eat sushi. Make it worth it by eating sashimi first, then ordering the stuff that only pros and regulars know about (below): must try: Sea Steak Grilled Salmon Deep fried Oysters Shrimp Tempura Those items above aren't going to be floating around on the sushi boats and won't be on a menu, so go ask the sushi chefs or your waitress for it! In all you can eat situations, you must eat strategically. Follow the steps above to get your money's worth ;)

    (4)

  • Alonso R.

    Unlike other yelpers, I actually like this place. If its your first time here, there are a few things you should know. When you walk in, if you do not tell them you want to sit at the bar, they will put you in a table. So if the bar is what you want, make sure you let them know. If you are at the bar, remember that everyone else also has to get their sushi from there. Meaning, they are going to be leaning over you to get the food from the little boats. This can get a little chaotic. Do not get overly excited eating the sushi from the boats, because next thing you know you'll be full. There is much better sushi you can actually order from the cooks, who are located in the middle of the bar. The rolls are HUGE though. Also, to order the sushi from the cooks you kind of have to talk over people and waive your hands in the air hoping the cook will see you. Don't be shy. Aside from the slight lack of organization and the fact that this place is a bit expensive for a college town (about $19 per person for dinner ... not college budget friendly), my experience was pretty good. Sushi was good, I like the boats concept because I don't have to wait around for sushi, and the $19 covers soup, drink, and all you can eat sushi =)

    (4)

  • Kitty K.

    Another long over-due review from my college days. Of all the All-You-Can-Eat places in town, this is the best one and there's always a wait. When I was a freshman, a group of us from the dorms would actually wait in line at least 30 mins before they opened in order to get in and get a good table. I used to come a lot with a group from the Band-uh! the day after a gig as well and we would have competitions on who could eat the most plates. Better quality fish and yummy rolls. Great for hungry college students!

    (4)

  • Blair H.

    This place alright; pretty good selection and a reasonable price for the lunch buffet. It can get a little crowded over by the bar when you're trying to get the plates off the boats floating by, but other than that the dining experience was fine. My only complaint is that I went with a group of about 5 other people, and after the meal we were forced to pay about 15% gratuity on all of our separate checks. I understand many restaurants include gratuity for larger parties, but since this was a buffet and the only service we had were water refills, I thought that was a little ridiculous. That being said, if you go here with fewer than 6 people it would be a fine place for lunch. I'll probably be back, just with a smaller group next time.

    (3)

  • Jess K.

    Fuji's has really gone downhill. The interior is really dirty and depressing. It makes me sick seeing the waitress swat gnats on the wall, and then leave them there, while I'm eating raw fish next to her. Speaking of gnats, why are there so many? I would say the food is still similar to how it used to be. It's just hard to eat there now because they don't care about taking care of the restaurant. I used to look forward to going to Fuji's, but now I don't think I will be going back.

    (2)

  • Lawrence L.

    There is a Fuji all-you-can-eat sushi buffet in Elk Grove Blvd, Elk Grove (EG), supposedly also owned by this one in Davis. And was told this one in Davis is the original Fuji and it is "better". So we drove over 50 miles from Rocklin searching for this "original' and "better" sushi buffet on a Saturday evening. Surprisingly on a Saturday, dinner time, right after payday, the place was sparsely seated. No waiting! unlike the one in Elk Grove where the wait is typically 40 minutes. The price is slightly better at $17.99 for adults that includes soft drinks and miso soup. Kids up to 11 is $1.25 per year of age. (EG's is $18.95 dinner, drinks extra. Kids ten and older pay adult price) We were seated right away and drink orders taken. Service was quick and quite attentive but just so, so, not bad, not very good neither. That's OK, we can take care ourselves. The food, however, is not so good. Obviously rolls and other prepared dishes were sitting in the sushi boats or on the counter tops for some time since the turnover was so slow. Rolls were not tasteful nor fresh, we could tell. We ordered from the chef but were handed the rolls sitting on the counter, who knows for how long. Miso soup was thin and lack of favor. Seaweed was fishy. Edamame seemed a little old. Softshell crabs, one of our favorite, were good, meaty and not too greasy. Shrimp tempura was skinny and tight. Vege tempura was greasy and not fresh. They ran out of short ribs (months ago, was told) that was on the menu. Spicy tuna hand rolls were made of a piece of tuna sashimi and topped with hot sauce. Never seen it done that way. Tuna sashimi was full of moisture, seemed from just defrozed piece. Salmon sashimi was OK, quite fresh. Rice, oh, terrible rice in the rolls. Potstickers were cold on first serving and OK on second.......Sorry to be so critical but the worse was before we finished dinner about an hour later, two of us (family of four) had stomch aches and diarrhea. With a little rest and "wait and see" (if it comes again) we left around 7. But before we reached West Sacramento, wife had to use the restroom, (In-n-Out Burger) where she threw up several times and had diarrhea again for over ten minutes. She had bad case of food poisoning. We would not recommend this sushi place to any one.

    (2)

  • Miguel S.

    Meh it's ok. Only problem is people are stupid and don't get their money's worth. Don't eat sushi rice very stupid. A bighead friend of mine made that mistake

    (4)

  • Emily C.

    It's good for what it is - a sushi buffet. It's relatively cheap, but it's kind of the same food over and over. Big plus for having more options in addition to just rolls (soft shell crab? sashimi?? yay!) and the dinner price already comes with soft drink (and refill) included. The rolls are ok - they're sliiiiiiightly better than other sushi buffets. The rice is kind of dry tho and doesn't feel that great in your mouth. I stuck to sashimi (which was ok... decent for a buffet) Overall, good to go if you're in the area and are not that picky about your sushi!

    (3)

  • Andrew L.

    Tip for all, never go here!!! As a person who enjoys quality food and works in a sushi restaurant, this place sucks. Don't spend your time or money here. The service is mediocre and the quality is poor, to top it all off i found a COCKROACH in my food! Here is how i spent my Wednesday night.... I came up to Davis to visit my close friends for a couple of days, and was recommended by a friend that i work with to check this place out. So as any other person would, I did. My friends and I were skeptical about the place and the other sushi buffets in the area because they were all only rated three and a half stars, but we still pulled the trigger and went there. At first before walking in we discussed "hmmm should we go here? there's only a few people in the restaurant" but we thought, then again its a 8 PM Wednesday night.... So we continued and sat down to eat at the sushi bar, we ordered a roll, some sashimi, and picked a few things off the boats. The first thing i noticed is that the fish for sashimi are laying on plates, unrefrigerated and uncovered, next to the sushi chef. He then slaps the pale fish on a plate to give to the customers. As we continued to eat, i picked up a bowl of edamame from a passing sushi boat. I eat a couple and continue eating the food we were sharing. I then ask my friend if she wants edamame, to which she replies yes. I pour a handful from the bowl on to a plate and continue our conversation. This is until i see IT, a dead bug flipped upside down inside the bowl of my edamame. It was not a small bug nor a fruit fly but a baby roach... I immediately lose my appetite and show my friends, making them stop eating and they loss their appetites too. I call over the hostess, who i assumed was either the owner or manager and showed her the bowl. In disgust, she looked at it and walked away only to bring me back the receipt for the pest control bill to show what date they came. Honestly, I don't care about the bill and the recent dates on it. THEIR WAS A ROACH IN MY FOOD! She tries to calm us down and says that dinner will be free, we agreed and collected our stuff. On the way out i told the woman, this is absolutely unacceptable, and she blabbers to me that its the kitchens fault and what not, still as someone who represents the business you shouldn't be blaming other people even if it is technically their fault. You should find away to fix the situation, but then again i'm never going there again and I suggest you as food lovers to learn from my experience and pick a different restaurant. This experience makes me more cautious about restaurants I visit now, especially the ones on the same block in Davis(for those who eat in the area). Being someone who likes foreign food and knows that some hole in the wall restaurants can put out amazing food. It shouldn't show up on a bowl, dish, etc. I hope this helps future diners that are considering this restaurant. Oh and for those who read my whole review, i'm posting a picture of the roach in my bowl of edamame in their photo section. WHAT A DINNER FIASCO....

    (1)

  • Annie L.

    I'm a huge fan of sushi so I was really excited when I found out we were going to an all you can eat sushi restaurant but when we walked in, I noticed that the restaurant was a bit run down. It didn't seem very clean and our table was sticky and wobbly but I was too hungry to care. I tried their fried soft shell crab, fried oysters, beef short ribs, salmon nigiri, seaweed salad, agedashi tofu, fried bananas and a few other rolls that I don't know the name of. The fish seemed pretty fresh and most of the food was tasty, especially the soft shell crab! The agedashi tofu was a little different from other japanese restaurants. It was basically fried tofu with a thick soy sauce instead of with the usual watery sauce and fish flakes on top. I was enjoying the meal until I heard the staff members turning on vacuums and hoses to clean the sushi bar while the chef was still making sushi right next to them (this was around 8:30pm and they close at 9pm but shouldn't they bust out the big guns after closing??). I didn't think that was very sanitary. The good news is that the dinner buffet was only $17.95 and I didn't get sick from any of the food. If you're craving sushi and a lot of it, this place isn't bad but they definitely focus more on the quantity instead of quality.

    (3)

  • Kristin T.

    "A-OK" like the 3 star rating means. It's not the best sushi place but it's not the worst. The sushi chefs are a little rude but I mean there are a lot of people demanding sushi! Have to give them a break. It's pretty good for an all you can eat sushi place and they don't charge per plate so can't complain there! However, of my many times coming here I do have a few complaints: -there are fruit flies or gnats that I notice every once in awhile hovering over the boats and sometimes I see them land on a roll :/ - Already stated, service can be a bit bad -just once the soda machine broke, and when it was "repaired" my friends coke was non carbonated and tasted nasty, my sprite was salty. Other than those complaints overall on average Fujis is pretty good and satisfying!

    (3)

  • Vee L.

    This was my first ayce sushi experience, and I think I would much rather spend the same amount of money on better quality sushi. I can't eat that much sushi as it is, so it wouldn't be much of a loss for me. I came here after River Rafting with friends, I was super tired, and my knee was slightly injured, so I just ate off whatever my friends brought to the table. Mostly ate tempera, and salmon sashimi. The miso soup was okay. We also got beef ribs, and the fried bananas. Some of the dishes my other friends got were cold, but I would expect that from circling around the bar a few times. The fried bananas were my favorite part. I was mostly excited about how much salmon sashimi I could fill my tummy with, but after a few pieces, I bit into a super icy, still sort of frozen piece and lost my appetite. I wouldn't come back here if I had a choice, but I don't mind it if I had to.

    (3)

  • Kazu O.

    I don't understand the hype. If someone offered you all-you-can-eat pig slop, would you eat it because just because you can eat as much of it as you want? Didn't think so. Death grip the rice much? I mean.. I know they want you to fill up as much as possible on rice, but sushi is NOT supposed to have the rice smashed up into as dense of a ball as possible. The rolls? They're all the same thing.. nothing but imitation crab, with either mayo or some other crap on top. And the fish on the nigiri? Not worth eating. The only decent thing worth eating there? The grilled salmon head. "Eat the head, Charles!" I mean.. if they can do a decent all-you-can-eat sushi all the way out in freakin Reno, it should be MUCH easier pull it off in Davis, don't you think? Totally not worth it, even at $18.

    (1)

  • Dmitriy S.

    Great service. Great sushi. Great prices. Pretty much the perfect package and one of the best deals in such a busy college town. Fuji's has always been an after Tahoe tradition with us, but since this was my first time on the trip, it was also my first visit to Fuji. First of all, the service here is awesome. We were greeted with a smile right as we walked in and seated promptly, even though it was a full house. One of our friends didn't want to eat there, so she gladly let him order a dish from a Thai place next door and eat it with us. Not that many places let you do that, but they had no problem with it at all. The bus boys were very efficient in picking up all of our plates, which piled up pretty quickly. They gave us a bunch of extra oranges before the trip back home, which was also very kind of them. Considering how packed the place was, I would consider this kind of service very generous. Now on to the sushi. For only $13.95, I was very impressed. At most sit-down sushi places, you would usually get one roll for that price, and it would leave you hungry for the night. Here, it's all you can eat, so no need to worry about leaving hungry. They lack a bit of variety in their rolls, but they all tasted just like how they should. Unagi was delicious. Plenty of fresh sashimi by request. Huge portions. This place is just awesome. They can pretty much make anything you request, which is definitely a big plus. The only thing that's keeping me from a 5 star is the variety in their rolls, which is understandable considering how busy the place is and how small their kitchen is. Also, the credit card machine broke down so I had to borrow money from a friend. No biggie, but wasted quite a bit of time. Overall, however, I will definitely be back if I'm ever in Davis.

    (4)

  • Margaret R.

    + cheap + friendly wait staff + yummy handrolls + menu items are also all you can eat the sushi wasn't amazing, but it was definitely pretty good quality for all you can eat. Also, the waiters don't make you feel bad for ordering more.

    (4)

  • Kevin C.

    This place is a great bang for your buck! 4 of us ate here on the way back from Lake Tahoe. Pros: -Lots of different items on those little boats that you can pick up! (My personal favorite were the chicken wings, korean ribs, gyozas, and terryaki bobs) -ALL YOU CAN EAT FOR $15 BUCKS! -Variety of different rolls Cons: -I saw a fly/bug crawling on one of the pieces of fish on the boats -The roll makers and sushi preppers can be very busy when lots of people are ordering. -Inefficient system to order (I'm used to buffets where you go up and get what you want, not order and wait and hope that they make your roll) -The sashimi was not the freshest, but it's expected when it's all you can eat -We were lost in translation with the staff there communication wise Overall, I'd give this place 3.5, but round down to a 3 because of that gross bug I saw crawling. I would be curious to how sanitary they keep the rest of their ingredients in the back...But for $15 bucks it's not a bad at all. Next time I'll sit at the bar, so you down have to keep going up to order, and you can just pick from the boats to grub.

    (3)

  • Diana L.

    Went here the other day to complete my Memorial Day weekend with my parents. Both of my parents thoroughly enjoyed it as they had heard of Fuji's as they opened up a sister store in Newark. It's your typical sushi buffet. Grab little sushi boats from the boat rack and also don't forget to order specific things from the menu. The inside was pretty spacious, though the area around the sushi boat is kinda tight. The workers don't seem to speak a lot, though they get the job done. Make your stomach pretty empty before coming! Also, there sashimi.. they give you such thick slices. :)

    (3)

  • Laura M.

    Just had lunch there, food was decent and the staff is very friendly attentive. Highly recommended.

    (4)

  • Sheena T.

    Sigh.. it pains me to give a bad review on sushi - my favorite food in the whole wide world. Fuji's has definitely declined over the years. The cleanliness and quality of the food are on par with each other. The rolls are honestly nothing special - just rice doused in an array of sauces, so the rolls are just substances for the sauce. The sashimi here is an absolute horror story and disaster. The fish was so frozen, I thought it was a Popsicle - it was so cold, the temperature made my teeth hurt. I shouldn't have to be thawing my fish in soy sauce for ten minutes, much less waiting to eat it on an empty stomach. Very expensive for low quality food. I know this is a buffet, but I would not pay to have all-you-can-eat substandard sushi and sashimi....

    (2)

  • LL C.

    Not that the quality of this place was ever that good, but it has taken a turn for the worse in terms of portion and service

    (2)

  • Tiffany D.

    The lighting to this place is so dim and it makes the food coma after eating a buffet even worse! I don't like how I have to get up and go to the corner to order rolls or sashimi from the the kitchen. It's such a hassle. Also, the different types of sushi rolls do not come out fast. I recommend sitting on the sushi boat bar area because you would be able to get more attention from the sushi roll makers and a faster chance in being served. Service, sushi rolls, and ambiance is lacking a bit of quality to it.

    (3)

  • Rachelle T.

    I'm so over this place. The first few times I went, it was decent for a buffet, but over the course of a year, the food quality and cleanliness has really gone down. When I sit down, I feel like I'm at a dirty Chinese restaurant - everything is sticky, dusty and the floor looks like it's never been cleaned, EVER! Not the best environment for eating raw fish. If you do end up going here are some tips: 1. Sit at the sushi bar. 2. Go before 8pm. Although it says they close at 9pm, they mean shut the lights at 9pm, so they stop the sushi boats at 8:15pm. 3. Don't order any of the tempura items. 4. Do order from the sushi guys so you get the freshest food. 5. Do try the sesame balls if they are warm from the back kitchen. 6. Don't go to the bathroom and especially don't wait in line for it. Outside the bathroom is a lovely wall that you have to stare at while waiting and is splattered with god-knows-what along the bottom. I just stared straight ahead, in fears that I would see something else that I don't want to see (like a four legged friend).

    (2)

  • Robert C.

    To sum it up: all you can eat sushi. While pricey, the fact that it's ALL YOU CAN EAT kinda makes up for the fact. It's like $13 for lunch, and $17 for dinner. I came in for dinner with a group of friends, and I can say we DEFINITELY made up for the $17 per person ;) The sushi itself wasn't the best sushi I ever had, but it was still pretty damn good. You won't be disappointed! The waiters were prompt, kind, and courteous. They also speak Mandarin which was kinda strange, but nice, for a sushi restaurant. If I'm ever back in Davis, I'd come over here again!

    (4)

  • Yang Q.

    Though the two are supposed to be comparable, I much prefer my experience at Davis Sushi Buffet. Their only redeeming quality is the very cheap price-- $15 for AYCE lunch. AYCE encompasses anything on the sushi boat and a variety of made to order dishes that you can order off the menu. The selection off the sushi boat is very limited--tamago, salmon nigiri, tako nigiri, cucumber salad, seaweed salad pockets, and some very basic rolls. I wouldn't really recommend much from there as the nigiri definitely looked less fresh than the sashimi we ordered and the seaweed salad pockets were actually filled with a lot of rice underneath. The kalbi and fried chicken wings they brought out for us to try may have been the highlight of the meal, and the softshell crab and salmon sashimi were decent also. The rest of the made to order items were rather disappointing, from the spicy tuna hand rolls to the maguro to the agedashi tofu. The cooked items just weren't that good and the fish not very fresh. My biggest gripe about Fuji is the way they set up their service. To order items not available on the sushi boat, you have to personally go up to the sushi counter and tell a chef and then pick up the plate from the counter later. This led to much confusion over what items went to which tables, and many never made it to us while others were made too many times.

    (2)

  • Janine C.

    Staff is very nice. Food is even amazing! I'm not a big fan of sushi but with the sushi bar here and a choice of seating at an actual table, i couldn't say no!

    (4)

  • David C.

    I'm willing to drive an hour to come here to eat. Might been a bit odd for those that aren't used to the style but the fish is usually really fresh and you can ask them to make you whatever you don't normally see rotating on the boats.

    (4)

  • Kristi T.

    I much prefer Davis Sushi Buffet over Fuji. It is inconvenient to have to go to a corner to order rolls and have to wait to take the roll(s) back to your seat yourself. As a big sashimi fan, I was super disappointed with the salmon sashimi. We ordered 3 plates throughout dinner, and they were all frozen. We could still taste the ice! I have given this place two tries now, and both experiences were less than pleasant.

    (1)

  • Kristina F.

    On the whole, I love coming to Fuji's sushi buffet because you feel like you get a great deal of food for the price, but the key to getting your money's worth is to come at the right time of day. Usually around lunch time you'll get more fresh choices. I came here with my family on Christmas Eve at 7pm *2 hours before closing, and it was a disappointment. There weren't many customers, the food left on the boats had been sitting there for a while, hot food items on the boats such as chicken wings were cold. I asked the server if she could reheat the wings for me, so they refried them. I went up to order a fuji roll, which is supposed to come with sprouts, which they had none. I asked for a smoked salmon philly roll, and they didn't have any smoked salmon. So I had to fill up on passed over items and make due with what was left over for us to choose from. Like I said, on the whole, I love coming to Fuji's, but coming in when there are hardly any customers will guarantee you slim pickings and passed over rolls. Come at lunch time, and spend your holiday meals elsewhere. Even dim sum all the way in Sac would have been a better choice.

    (3)

  • Toni R.

    I wasn't a big fan of sushi until my 20's. Fuji's was highly recommended to me to try because of their buffet style and small servings of multiple kinds of rolls that I can taste. Best advice ever, I love sushi now! I always eat the Volcano Roll/Y2K Roll. Their fried chicken wings is pretty good, there's a hint of sweetness to it. Their shrimp and vegetable tempura is always cooked to perfection. I like the option of being able to order a roll that you don't see in the boats. Dessert isn't all that great, just artificial tasting squares of strawberry/mango/chocolate cake. If you eat here try to sit at the bar, its easier to get food since its right in front of you. Dinner time miso soup and a drink is included in the price. A little difficult to find parking since its downtown Davis and there's establishments everywhere. Still worth the drive and wait.

    (5)

  • Caroline B.

    I wish they had more convenient locations! The AYCE sushi here was sooooo damn good and cheap lunch buffet the time I went! I love sushi!!!

    (4)

  • Enrico R.

    Ooh where should I start: the minute we got to our seat we found chicken wing bones all over our floor, then since it was my birthday that day I asked for the sake they were advertising.Next thing you know they said they don't have it, what kind of place advertises something and not have?. Then when we got to the sushi chef to order our food some can be rude and bitchy, I would understand if the food was good but no, the rice had a weird texture to it, and some food are not fresh. What's even more worst is that when I ordered sashimi it was still frozen...what the hell meeeeyn?!And another thing, I like how they have the Uni nigiri advertised in the main door but they don't actually serve it, the only good review I can give is that the lady was nice enough to take our picture, but other than that I should've went to Davis sushi buffet

    (1)

  • Macy H.

    I love this place to bits and pieces, I just wish they wouldn't do me dirty all the time. Whenever we come, there's a super long wait. Also, the last time we came they told us that their soda machine broke, and then when it was fixed they didn't tell us until we saw soda being brought out to other tables :[ We were stuck drinking iced tea, blechh. BUT YES, unlimited refills. Heck you can even order more than one drink if you can't decide (I've done it before, they're nice). Their sashimi is so delicious, and a lot fresher than a lot of other places I've tried in SoCal (for this price). I am in love with their Salmon sashimi. The Red Snapper, I've had better :T Also, if you want any particular rolls you can have them made to order, fresh! Whenever I'm in the area I really do feel like this is one of my required stops, if only because this is an ayce sushi place for under $20. Definitely save your money and come for lunch if you can. And as a side note, I've TRIED the AYCE Fuji's in Pasadena. It's a scam. Doesn't even come close to this Fuji's

    (5)

  • Edwin L.

    This place isn't what it used to be. The sushi is below par not to mention I haven't been able to order soft shell crab for a while. The sushi boat sushi a repetitive and unappetizing.

    (2)

  • Ervin V.

    It was my first experience at Fuji in mid August, and I would consider it a enjoyable delight. I live in Chicago, Illinois, and even in San Francisco, I understand the difficulty, and competitiveness of the standards of Sushi Bars pining for your hard earned dollar. Which is one of the reasons I found Fuji a refreshing change from the sushi bars that go over the top to get customers, e.g uniqueness over quality. From recommendation from family in Vallejo, which is a near 45 minute drive away. We arrived a little after 11AM, which is recommended, because shortly upon leaving the place, there was a line beginning to form out the door. Seemingly to be out of our way for sushi, my expectations were high. But satisfying enough, for $12.95 during lunch, you can enjoy an all you can eat, assortment of sushi, sashimi, and a variety of Japanese appetizers. I recommend the Soft Shell Crab, and the Fried Tempura Oysters. To be fair, it was my first visit to Davis, and I have yet to try the competition, so I don't have anything else to compare Fuji to. But as far as comparing Fuji to places I've been to in Chicago, or in San Francisco, I was definitely saving money with a quality that's better than any buffet, and also provides a wider variety than any sushi bar that I have experienced. If you're in a need to save money, but enjoy what is considered a highly expensive appetite, find a reason to visit Davis, which by all means, is a college town. You won't be disappointed by the quality and variety of they have to offer. There some rather helpful tips to enhance your experience at Fuji; -Arrive as early as possible, Fuji is open for lunch at 11AM, and is known during semesters that the lines are said to be insane. -Have a menu handy, even if the items are displayed by boat at the bar, there's a lot more items you can order upon request. -Be specific, if there's a certain way you want an item, they will more than accommodate to your needs. Keep these tips in mind and you will enjoy your experience at Fuji Sushi Boat & Buffet.

    (4)

  • Annie S.

    I came here with a large group of 27 people for lunch after making a reservation. This place is pretty small and packed, so it was a really good decision to make a reservation. I was surprised that it was only $13.95 for all you can sushi lunch... Pretty good price considering all the different kind of sushi you can order. Once you're seated, you can go up to the area where the sushi boats and chefs are and pick up whatever you want off the boats. A lot of the sushi boat have california roll, salmon+cream cheese roll, deep fried california roll, seaweed, and so on. There are also full rolls above the sushi boats. If you don't see something that you want, you can look at the menu at your table and ask the chef to make it for you. I love tihe Lion King roll, and I was looking for the roll on the menu, but it wasn't on there. However, when I asked one of the chefs for it, he made it for me in 5 minutes! Whoohoo! The Lion King roll was kind of sloppily made, but it was good enough for a buffet. I'm sure there are some items not listed in the menu that the chefs can also make for you. I expected really crappy sushi for the price, but the food was pretty good for it's price! Some of the food are very hastily made (sushi somewhat frozen, loose, and so on), and I have had better quality sushi at sushi buffets... so I give this place 3 stars. I almost gave it 4 stars though!

    (3)

  • Jen T.

    Not worth the $17.95 price for dinner. Their sashimi, oyster, and shrimp are not fresh. It's better to just go to a nicer restaurant and spend the extra money.

    (2)

  • L C.

    I am a huge fan of Fuji sushi in Elk Grove and have started to try out the Davis location. And I have to say, I have been pretty disappointed when comparing it to the Elk Grove location. First off what I usually order: I usually sit at the bar and order a couple plates of yellow tail sashimi, tuna sashimi, the Davis roll and the spicy ninja. These are my favorites. At this location the food on the sushi boats is all the same. They will put about 3 different things on them and that's it. Also the service is horrible. At the Elk Grove location the cooks are nice and if they are attentive to the people ordering around the bar. In Davis trying to order is like pulling teeth. They ignore you and when you finally do get an order in they are rude to you. I have decided to stick with the one in Elk Grove and not return to the Davis location again.

    (3)

  • Henry C.

    They say the original is alway better and this is the case for fuji sushi restaurant. this one is a lot better then the fremont one. the davis resaurant is a lot smaller, but they seem to be more efficient. The only thing the fremont has on the davis one is the already cooked food buffet section. not a big deal to me. I felt this davis one has fresher fish, better tasting rolls, and better food options to pick from. the Davis one is cheaper as well. Only thing is since its smaller, the wait is longer. there is only street parking, unlike the fremont one, which has its own lot.

    (4)

  • Timothy D.

    Definitely a hole in the wall. Not as great as the one in South Sac. I had high expectations and was greatly disappointed. The sushi rolls were ridiculously huge. Not the rolls itself but the pieces. Was so hard to chew the entire piece. Sashimi was ok. The specialty fishes were somewhat dry and hard. The salmon was still good but lacked freshness. The downside was that there were always bugs flying around. Total turn off from the start but since I came to grub, I put my focus on the food since it was only $14 for lunch. Not coming back though. :(

    (2)

  • Georgia R.

    Wow, such a disappointment. For an $18 sushi dinner buffet in a college town, I expect at least mediocre sushi. Most of the rolls were hardly edible. I tried 5 different rolls - at first I thought I might have made a few poor choices, and was really trying to give the place a chance - I was way too fair with that place, and way too hard on my taste buds and tummy. My date is not picky about food at all - he'll eat anything, and has an iron stomach. He spit out the combination roll, saying it tasted like mold. I also tried some noodles - they tasted like dishwater. My date is presently suffering from the Hershey squirts as a result from eating there.

    (1)

  • Dean T.

    It hits the spot when you get that itch for sushi. You can special order other rolls from the guys behind the bar. These guys and Davis sushi are on par with one another. Can't go wrong with either one. :)

    (4)

  • Everett S.

    This place is good compared to fairfields sushi, and hisuis. There's a larger selection to chose from than hisuis. However, just like yo sushi, there's quite a bit of cucumber in their sushi, making it seem cheaper than it appears. The plates are decorated nicely, and they have a variety of other Japanese cuisine that look quite appetizing, and some that don't (whole squid). Overall, the service is quite simple, all they do us seat you and serve you water, and you pay at the desk. Hardly any interaction at all. But if you like boat sushi, I'd say this gives you a good run for your money being only 13.95 for lunch. One more thing, like almost all all you can eat sushi for lunch, they do not serve a very generous amount of unagi at all. Still good sushi though.

    (4)

  • Kimberly H.

    soooo good! very fresh fish and very nice staff!

    (5)

  • Terri L.

    I went for a friend's birthday and had lots of fun. The atmosphere was great! The food was delicious too! But for $20 for dinner, I'd rather eat somewhere else. Or go earlier for lunch instead. But it's all you can eat and whatever type of food you want and you will get it. I got overstuffed here!

    (3)

  • Kristina N.

    Great sushi as always! I came here while I was in college, and recently while I visited Davis. It was just as good as I remembered. Everybody loves the soft shell crab here, which I admit is delicious. I suggest sitting at the bar since you're closest to the food and don't have to leave your seat. The best rolls are the specialty ones which they place above the bar, or you can order it yourself! My bf liked the cream cheese wontons. $13.95 for lunch for AYCE sushi, can't beat that.

    (4)

  • Cindy K.

    When I was at Davis I loved Fuji's! It was a like a rite of passage going there at 9am on a Saturday just to eat some sushi. What happened? They changed management and did some remodeling of the store. The quality worsened over the years and a lot of the workers abandoned ship when Davis Sushi opened. Oh and even though they remodeled this place, it's just as dirty as ever.

    (1)

  • Jessica W.

    All you can eat soft shelled crab, fried cream cheese wontons, whatever you want ordered fresh from the chefs... My favorite is the eel hand roll. The large salty seaweed wrap sets off the sweet eel sauce perfectly. Pretty decent variety of sushi making its way around the boats but you can never go wrong with going up and asking for a nice plate of sashimi - or a dragon roll... My two big complaints: 1- the sanitation. Sticky tables, sticky floors, super gross bathroom. 2- I have repeatedly gotten frozen fish In my nigiri and on my sashimi plate. There is almost nothing that curbs my appetite for fish more. HATE THIS. :(

    (4)

  • Michelle H.

    endless plates of sashimi! endless plates of soft shell crab and oysters and shrimp! Im sold! Its decent for AYCE sushi! Albeit, the salmon sashimi was half frozen, it didn't bug me too much. Just pick and eat the pieces that are thawed! Problem solved! When going to a buffet, you cant really expect much in terms of quality. You have to think in terms of QUANTITY! And in terms of quantity, I am satisfied with Fuji's. I used to think Davis Sushi was a lot better but ever since Davis sushi changed owners....I'm gonna have to jump on the Fuji's bandwagon. The service is prompt and friendly here. Plates of food ordered came out fast! I usually only eat the sashimi, oysters, and softshell crabs here! If you arent much of a raw fish type of person, the lion king roll and caterpillar roll are pretty decent. AND if you are more of a raw fish with rice and seaweed person, the davis roll is ok. Also, dont forget to order the soft shell crabs and oysters! The last time I came here, it was fairly late, about an hour before closing so the owner let us take home our leftovers! My friends and I ended up standing in front of the restaurant for about a half an hour chatting, and the owner came out to tell us to come inside and talk because it was cold outside. Super sweet lady! HOWEVER it wasnt until I came home that I noticed that my mouth was extremely dry. It must be too much salt or MSG? Im usually not a person who drinks a lot of water (yes i know its horrible) but I drank at least 2 bottles after eating the sushi and my mouth was still dry. so..... sorry fujis , I was about to give you 4 stars but my mouth was not happy after eating. I still think the service is excellent here though, at least from my experience!

    (3)

  • Nick H.

    Not as cheap and amazing as it was 7 years ago when I first came, but still an amazing price for unlimited decent quality sushi. Only $14 lunch for all the sashimi you can eat. Yes, that's right, sashimi. Just ask the chef for some salmon, yellowtail, tuna, etc... sashimi FOR FOUR. Yes for FOUR. That way you can get a large plate and not have to get up as often. Make sure to also ask for tempura, soft shell crab, deep fried vegetables ,and fried bananas. The good stuff you must ask for. Look at the menu and you can ask for specific rolls. I recommend the lion king. Do not expect amazing service or a clean bathroom, especially during those crazy weekends when its full of students. Also, best if you only visit every once a while. You will gain weight.

    (4)

  • Kelly Q.

    I am a pretty big fan of this place not too over priced. And the sushi is pretty good. I like that you can ask for specific items and they actually make it. There can be a line pretty often but i've had pretty good luck with that. If you come here I would suggest sitting at the bar so you have first pick of what comes out. This place is a must try if your in the davis area.

    (4)

  • Amy H.

    I really like this place! I've been to Japan and have experienced sushi boat places all over the world now, and can say that this place does a good job of being what it is supposed to be. The food rotates quickly because it always seems busy when I'm here (usually weekend nights, so I can't speak to during the week or lunch time). If you don't see what you want on the boats you can order directly from the chefs. It's also $18 for all you can eat... you get the full array included in the cost (appetizers, rolls, sashimi, nigiri, dessert). The reason for the -1 star is the service staff. The last 3 times I've been they didn't get my drink order for like 20 min after I was seated (after trying to flag them down) and they didn't clear away my dishes, which when you are sitting at the bar makes you feel pretty cramped.

    (4)

  • Lori B.

    Fuji Sushi Boat has the three qualities I look for in a great restaurant: good, fresh food; variety; and friendly staff. I recently made my first visit to Fuji Sushi Boat & Buffet with a friend who (get this...) doesn't like sushi (or fish, for that matter). I was excited to learn that it featured kaiten sushi (floating around on boats, so you can make your own selection) AND an attending sushi chef. It's an all-you-can-eat concept, but had every bit of freshness and service that I would expect in an a la carte or full service restaurant. Don't let the "buffet" angle turn you off. The ready-to-go items were freshly made and displayed and included edamame, a dozen different kinds of rolls or maki, inari sushi, a few tempura items and sesame balls. The printed menu had a representative variety of nigiri sushi, other rolls--including hand rolls, and other items such as noodles and miso. I ordered two different hand rolls--the chef pulled fish and items out of the case and made them right there. My non-fish eating friend had a beautiful vegetarian roll made for her; on her second order, the sushi chef easily adapted it at her request. The made-to-order service was quick, but admittedly we were there on a weeknight. The proprietress was very friendly and let us split our bill at the pay station. AND, here's the best part: I took my sushi-loving kids. They loved watching the boats go around and choosing their own sushi. The staff provided them with training chopsticks and when we were leaving, the proprietress gave them each a promotional toothbrush kit from a local dentist. We were all unimpressed with the desserts...small squares of mousse-like cake or orange slices. But if you're going to a sushi buffet for dessert, you're probably not going to the right kind of buffet. So, you're probably thinking "This reviewer is impressed because of floating boats and giveaways..." I lived in Japan and have traveled there several times. While nothing beats nigiri i from a Tokyo sushi bar, this was a very good restaurant, with good quality, for the price. We'll be back!

    (4)

  • Double L L.

    Good food. 17.95 a head for all you can eat is not a bad price. Here's the bad... 1. The wait for sushi is long ! 2. Customer service is terrible! 3. Cramped.

    (3)

  • Corey P.

    This place was like church for me in the sense that I kept returning every weekend for at least a year. It's strange, attending Davis for my undergraduate education, I found myself in this restaurant an obscene number of times. I honestly lost count. Someone would say "You want sushi?" and before we knew it, we were in line for Fuji Sushi Boat & Buffet. It was always me and a handful of buddies, at least once a week for the latter part of my college career. The lunch buffet deal was simply unbeatable for a long time before Davis Sushi Buffet moved in. This place was essentially a cornerstone for the town. You would mention that you live in Davis or attended UC Davis and people would ask you if you ever ate at Fuji's. They eventually sold it some Taiwanese family and I really haven't cared too much for it since. This place will always hold a place in my heart. You can usually get delicious sashimi and sushi rolls for a cheap all you can eat price. Go here for that and nothing else.

    (3)

  • Douglas Y.

    This is not a cool or trendy place, but if your hungry its a good place to go! The sushi is just ok. There is a wide selection of sushi to choose from including soft shell crab! The stars of this place are the following: korean bbq, korean glass noodles, cream cheese wontons, deep fried oysters and amazing chicken wings! We can barely walk after leaving this place :)

    (4)

  • Michelle V.

    Four stars for the quantity. Plus I really like that they will make anything you want from the menu.

    (4)

  • Briana L.

    All time favorite all you can eat sushi! 17.95 for dinner is a great deal. My favorite is the shrimp tempura & Philadelphia roll. I highly suggest sitting at the bar for convenience. Getting up to order on the side every 5 minutes is quite a hassle, especially on the weekends. Great tasting food, and definitely worth the drive from where I live!

    (5)

  • Harriet W.

    Sushi buffet? How can you say no? Considering how a roll of sushi at other places can range around $10, this place is a pretty good deal. I don't like raw food so I go for everything cooked. You can go to the sushi bar and grab whatever you see in sight, or go up to the chefs and request a dish. I want to say all the sushi actually taste the same, even though I know I grabbed/ordered different rolls. (But they still taste good though) This is a pretty good place if you like sashimi like my boyfriend, because you can basically order unlimited amount, but sometimes they may not be fresh or it's still a little frozen. The desserts are not the best, I wouldn't recommend the desserts because I honestly think none of them even taste decent. Overall, I would come back, simply because the price isn't too bad, and you can easily eat your moneys worth.

    (4)

  • Jessica T.

    I love this place. Fresh made rolls in the boat and you can order at the table if you want too as well. Or you can just walk up to the boat and grab it. There's only 3 to a plate tho. But they got cake and other stuff to nibble on.

    (5)

  • Mikhail M.

    The service - Danny Brown The employees - Waka Flocka The Food - Asap Rocky The Price - Earl Sweatshirt In conclusion, Fuji sushi boat is the greatest restaurant in Davis. Black and Yellow.

    (5)

  • Cindy T.

    Sushi Buffets normally do not go well with me, but Fujis is actually quite nice. It gets super crowded during lunch times, but what would you expect from a cheap all you can eat sushi place. Unlimited sashimi is the best, even though I am sure everybody realizes it isn't the freshest, but it is a good trade for the price you pay. I always try to eat at the bar because I believe it just better seating and easier access to sushi. The tables are fine too but it sucks to walk up. But meh, what can you do. Davis is well know for its sushi buffets and there are about 3 decent ones downtown. Fujis is definitely pretty good and I've been here most often.

    (4)

  • Mark S.

    Take your money elsewhere. The food is only passable. The fish does not taste particularly fresh and the hot food is... well... not hot. The service is awful. They don't seem to want your business. Asking for anything is like pulling teeth. The staff will literally role their eyes at you. Twice when I ordered specific roles they left out ingredients. And I was concerned at the cleanliness of the food. I saw a customer bring an item from their table back to the boats. In front of a hostess no less. And it was not pulled off the line. Truly there are better places to get sushi in Davis. Do yourself a favor and go anywhere but here.

    (2)

  • Michelle K.

    $18/ person for dinner buffet. Sat by the sushi boat bar. Not lot of variety of sushi floats on these boats but you can always order from the sushi chef. I got couple salmon, tuna, yellow tail sashimi. Quality was expected of sushi buffet. Semi-frozen, little fishy, but edible with lots of lemon. It was ultimately good enough for hungry students and visitors who have never seen sushi floating on boats.

    (3)

  • G C.

    So far the best Sushi Buffet I've been to. Perfect place for someone new to sushi and sashimi. It's a small place so get there early. The prices are really good. It's far from where I live but worth the drive.

    (4)

  • Grace W.

    This place deserves a solid 4 stars. After going to many sushi buffets in the LA and Sacramento area, we're pleasantly surprised by the food at this place. The sushi boats floating around with a variety of rolls and appetizers are very pleasing to a hungry person's eyes. We arrived around at noon and it wasn't crowded at all. After we sat by the bar and were eager to start our foodie adventure. My husband really liked the sashimi because this place doesn't give you a huge lump of rice to go along with the fresh seafood. Instead, they give you as much sashimi as you want (generous slices). We've been to places where you are limited on the amount of sashimi one can have. Another plus was the soft shell crab. It was very tasty. I liked their rolls but they weren't as good as the other places we've been to. Every single roll had some kind of teriyaki or mayo sauce on top. The reason this place didn't get five stars was because it is such a hassle to order rolls, appetizers, or sashimi at the bar. People have to get up and order these items. We happened to sit at the bar and it was really annoying when people crowded next to us because they wanted to order their food. All in all, this place rocks.

    (4)

  • Peter S.

    Horrible service and little flies flying around landing every where. Food is good but not worth coming back

    (1)

  • Lincy H.

    People always go to Davis just for this place, but I don't see what's so amazing about it. I definitely got my hopes up. I didn't like how it was super crowded, and the sushi didn't seem to fresh either.

    (3)

  • Lea M.

    Oh for the love of sushi! I make sure that I have all my necessities when I go to this place! Water... check. A heaping pile of wasabi... check. Soy Sauce... check. An extra pair of chopsticks... check. Extra napkins... check. enough room in front of me to eat... check. Jeggings for my tummy to expand... check. A large shirt to hide my full tummy.... check! I think the prices has gone up since they first opened. But in my opinion, this place has certainly step up their game on the atmosphere. New ceiling, floors, etc etc.. They also used to have oysters but I'm not sure if they still have those anymore. I love how their customer order plates are MASSIVE! Good enough to share with a whole table. And if you're there for dinner, they have soup and soda included.

    (5)

  • Joanna S.

    I have a love/hate relationship with Fuji's. It's like.. If you don't have it for a while, you crave it like mad. Then you get there, surrounded by an avalanche of choices, and you want everything! ...Then you eat 20 oysters, 3 rolls, fried banana, soft shell crab, get another y2k roll just for the hell of it, and an hour later....you feel like you're about to explode. Then you think, "whyyyyy whyyyyy?" By the end, you feel like you've had a lot and got your money's worth, but it was still mediocre sushi and you're stuffed beyond belief. That's my experience every time. But then again, what can you expect from a sushi buffet. Eat your money's worth! There's nowhere like Fuji. Where else can you have a competition with all your college friends on who can eat the most plates? Just appreciate it and eat it in moderation. Go with an empty, well rested stomach!

    (4)

  • Tati W.

    YES, make it a point to come early if you want bar seats. Personally, I prefer the bar seats so i don't have to keep constantly getting up to get more food. Also, if you're sitting at the bar you can see and enjoy all the different varieties of rolls and dishes they have float past you in the boats. I usually go for lunch and am in love with the davis roll. Try it! If you're unfamiliar with the place, they also carry menus and if you'd like something off the menu you can always ask one of the chefs to make it. I love the shrimp tempura, the breading on the large shrimp are awesome as well as the soft shell crab. For dinner, they have a slightly larger selection and offer free beverages, tea, and miso soup. The miso soup is on point. They offer things such as cream cheese wontons, korean bbq style ribs, fried fish, etc. The service is average. They really just seat you and pour you water. They usually keep my cup filled, but when i'm in need of an extra napkin you sorta have to flag em down. kindly, of course. Although their prices have risen, i still come here when i'm needing a huuge sushi fix. P.S. Don't forget to finish your meal with sliced oranges and yes, they have tv. :)

    (4)

  • Sylvia D.

    You're still so damn awesome. We gotta hang out more. Let's hook up at the bar again.

    (5)

  • Sethe G.

    The stars says it all! I am in love with this place. EAT ALL YOU CAN!!!! Sky is the limit... Drink all you can too. This is simple.. no bullshit Japanese resto. Price wise, it's all worth it for $20. Again, it's worth the trip... Nom Nom!!!!

    (5)

  • Tritia T.

    I've been coming here for 3 years, best AYCE in town! Employees have always been great, especially the waitress and the main sushi chef! I always had a seat in the middle of the bar! They can make you fresh rolls, if you don't like the ones going round and round. Also, if you go there enough times, they actually remember what you like! Must Gets: Freshly fried Cream Cheese Crab Rangoons Seasoned little Octopus Crab Salad (if you don't want the rice and seaweed) Unagi Nigiri or Unagi Sashimi (it's not raw, it's a plate of the bbq eel without the rice) Ebi Nigiri Soft-Shelled Crab Salmon Cheek (sometimes lunch, dinner) California Roll Ikura Sushi (dinner, but I got it for lunch since they love me) Salmon Sashimi/Nigiri or Mixed Sashimi Shrimp Tempura Jap Chae (Korean glass noodles) Salmon Skin handroll Sesame Balls with Red Bean Filling (you can ask for freshly fried ones) Fried Bananas If you don't like what you see, or don't see what you want, feel free to ask and they'll try their best to suit you. They also have vegetarian rolls and special in-house rolls. This place can get crazy at times, but every order is remembered.

    (5)

  • Ricky N.

    Drool, drool, drool... you dream about going here with your friends during a boring lecture and your stomach kicks at you until you bring yourself here. Coming in here is a diet's nightmare. You will be bombarded with all your favorite Japanese cravings. Their rolls are always lightly packed with rice and tasty, fresh ingredients. You can't get this stuff at any other Sushi Buffet: -Dragon Roll -Rainbow Roll -Y2K Roll -Fresh Oysters or Deep Fried -Soft Shell Crab -Fried Bananas -Cream Cheese Crab Wontons!!! (The best I've ever had) -Chicken Skewers -ANY Hand Roll I remember when they only had Lunch Buffet but now they do Dinner too. Not only is it popular amongst UC Davis students but people from the Bay Area drive up 2 hours just for this. My family would always drive up here from Sacramento for Fuji's as well. They loved it and it was a great excuse to "check up" on me and visit me/give me money/hug me. You know the drill.

    (5)

  • Heather S.

    I hate to say it but I had high hopes for this place and was utterly disappointed. I've had Davis Sushi before and I loved it, but everyone kept telling me how amazing Fuji was so I just had to try it. I was SO disappointed. I can't even say that I really liked anything very particular. Maybe it's just because Fuji is the more popular spot but Davis sushi to me definitely takes the cake.

    (2)

  • Jenny O.

    I have absolutely no gripes about this place. It's an incredibly cliche sushi joint in a college town but, the servers are friendly and they don't rush you. The cooks are some super efficient sushi assembling machines - I rarely saw an empty sushi boat during my visit (and that was during Picnic Day). This place will surely satisfy at least these two groups of diners: 1. Broke Managerial Economics majors who marvel at a joint that can fulfill the high demand for sushi at a fixed price. (Me, circa 2004) 2. People who live in the south end of the Central Valley where sushi joints charge a premium for mediocre sushi. (Me, circa two Sundays ago) For $13.95 at lunch, I had sashimi, unagi, dragon roll, CA roll, soft shelled crab, more unagi, miso soup, gyoza, another unagi, short ribs, tempura, and more unagi (can you tell which one is my fav?). If I were in the CV, each of these dishes would be $5 (or more) per plate and the quality would be on par with the buffet. I guessimate I would've paid about $50 for this meal in the Baked Fields. If you want to experience the intricate subtle flavors of sushi, this is not the place to go. If you're looking for a cheap and filling sushi-thon, come here.

    (4)

  • Cassy H.

    I've heard a lot about this place.. "Ohh, you're going to Davis?? Then you should head over to Fuji's and have dinner.. amazing sushi boat buffet!" I just never really make it to Davis. However, I finally did and decided to have dinner there with my friend. Anyway, we showed up a bit early, around 4:45 pm, but dinner doesn't start until 5pm. We were the first customers of the night! When the door opened at 5pm, customers quickly filled up around the sushi boat bar area, and remaining customers sat at the tables. The selection of specialty rolls were pretty good, but there wasn't a wide variety (at least not how I imagined it). You can also grab some other appetizers like edamame, seaweed, nigiri, pot stickers, chicken wings, potato croquet, etc... In addition to grabbing whatever floats your way, you can order sashimi from the sushi chefs. At the end of the bar, there was a stationary area with more sushi and some desserts. The desserts weren't super impressive so I was disappointed. The restaurant ambiance is alright, typical Japanese with some neon lights. I have to say though the owners are not Japanese, they were speaking Mandarin and I understood what the were saying. Some of the sushi chefs were also communicating in Mandarin. So, would I go back? Maybe if I'm in the Davis area... and I'm craving some sushi.. otherwise, I can do without the rotating sushi boat and just have regular sushi at the table.

    (3)

  • Ken A.

    literally right around corner from davis sushi buffet. bigger and nicer here. pretty much similar rolls. doesnt worse or much better. its tight for what it is. can eat dank fresh ass authentic sushi unlimited unless you a baller. so stop pretending and eat some fuckin fish.

    (4)

  • Newton L.

    A few years ago this place used to be what I dreamed about. I'd hurriedly drive here all the way from Elk Grove in order to arrive a half hour before opening, only to see a line wrapping around the block. I'd pray that I'd make it in the "first wave" because, if not, I would be standing outside for a good hour while people have their lunch and start leaving. It was that good. Times have changed. Elk Grove now has its own Fuji, and this Fuji even has competition from the Davis Sushi Buffet mere blocks away. My friend and I come in and the restaurant is not even half full. We were seated at the bar (a rare luxury in yesteryear) and I immediately noticed the off-putting smell of chlorine from the sushi boat "river." Aside from that, I can't put my finger on what has changed. The quality of the sushi seemed to be about the same. I was able to get special orders of soft shell crab and tempura oysters easily and they were as tasty as I remember. Maybe it's missing the cacophony of a packed restaurant. Or the feeling of being special as you're biting into slices of sashimi as people from outside look in. Or the servers so busy you'll have to stack those empty plates into a mini-skyscraper. Or fighting that old Asian lady to get some soft shell crab. But *something* is missing, and what once was a fantastically special occasion is now just a nice, but mundane, affair.

    (3)

  • Stacey B.

    Good sushi, good price, great selection! Just make sure you sit at the bar...otherwise it's too hard to get the sushi boat stuff. Staff can be rude but luckily you don't have to deal with them too much. Awesome place!

    (4)

  • Stephanie S.

    Despite the fact that this location is much smaller than the one in Elk Grove I actually liked this one much more. You already know where it is just by seeing a line of people waiting outside. It's all street parking but it kinda sucks on a super busy day, it might take you a while to find a spot. The price was really good for a an all you can eat sushi buffet. They have a big conveyor of boats to choose from but you're more than welcome to request specific hand rolls, these too are all you can eat. I know we're stayed here for hours eating and catching up with friends. The best part is that the quality of the fish is great and seems fresh. Love their soft shell crab and how you can order just that not in a roll as well. Enjoy either Fuji's they're both great!

    (5)

  • Mayiab Vang H.

    went in at 5pm and theres a lot of sushi, but it wasnt anything special. It was all about quantity not quality. The sushi chefs don't even acknowledge you. It's like your bothering them to ask for special roll. I will not be coming back.

    (1)

  • Alex K.

    This place is a typical Chinese run sushi buffet with crap sushi. I lived in Davis for over 4 years and I have been here twice only because of the hype it stirs with visitors. Davis sushi buffet down a couple blocks is much better and nobu's out in the cuts has great salmon. I would always go to those over fuji's

    (1)

  • Michelle H.

    $17 dinner buffet that includes everything. Sushi, sashimi, miso soup, soda, and hot tea. Its a pretty damn good deal...too bad its in the wrong half of California for me. I was most impressed by the great service my group received. It was all of our first time there and once we got seated the server explained to us where to order the rolls, sashimi, and the other goods. When i walked up to the bar i never really had to wait more than 5 minutes, got sushi really fast, lets us use card and cash, we called earlier and they put us on the wait list so when we got there we got our table right away. Pluses: deep fried shrimp and soft shell crab are yummy and you never have to fight over who gets the last piece. Also I'm the biggest Masago (Smelt Eggs) fan and theirs was great. Minuses: some of the sashimi (the yellow tail and salmon) was still slightly frozen in the center. Next time I'm in the area i will be going back here for sure :)

    (4)

  • Jennifer W.

    I came here for dinner last night because I was helllaaa craving for sushi! i haven't had sushi in a LONNGGG TIME! $17 worth of sushi + drinks included = hella worth it for a buffet. i used to come here during my freshmen year with my friends. We would get there an hour early before they open to stand in line. I was a tank! eating 20+ plates of sushi. OOHH not anymore.. =[ anyways, i think the sushi here is mediocre. at least the dinner i had last night. I ordered sashimi --- little did i know.. the first bite I took from the salmon sashimi -- it wasn't even thaw. so i was eating an icy salmon sashimi.. SO GROSS! I took another one -- a Hamachi (Yellowtail) .. omg.. it was WARM! i was soo grossed out. i lost my appetite for the rest of the dinner. I did order spicy tuna hand roll. they were delicious though! I love their soft shell crab and fried oysters. I think the fried oysters has too much batter on it. The food is definitely not the best sushi ever, but its still good when you're on a college student having big cravings for sushi. I guess this is more a QUANTITY rather than the QUALITY of the sushi.

    (3)

  • Sarah C.

    Fuji used to be my favorite AYCE sushi place. Until my recent visit when I realized I don't actually eat the sushi and I stick with the fried food. Each time i've been to Fuji there hasn't been a wait. I normally go on a Saturday around noon. My favorite things to get are the soft shell crab (this is the best thing to get here, most places charge $10 for just one order but you can get as much as you want here), fried oysters, crab rangoons, edamame and their cucumber salad. Miso soup is not included in the ayce lunch price, this makes me sad because miso soup is my favorite. If you can't find the fried items on the center table you can ask anyone working behind the sushi bar to get them for you. The fried stuff is already cooked so they just head to the back and come out with your plate. I used to love the fried oysters here until I got a few bad ones during my last visit. There was something rancid about the taste of the oysters. At the end of my meal I noticed no one at my table actually got sushi. We all had empty plates of cooked or fried food! I guess we all learned our lesson and decided to stick with the cooked stuff because it tasted better.

    (2)

  • Ryan S.

    if i could i would give this place a 3 1/2 but i can't, and it's not in my heart to give it a full 4 since i would get some frozen sashimi some times. Service is whatever, if you're sitting at a table you go up to the side of the bar shout what you want and hopefully someone hears you and gives it to you, it not wait 5 minutes and shout your order again. Sitting at the boats is a little easier since the sushi chefs are all up in your business, but sometimes they're so focused on mass producing california rolls with slices of tuna and salmon on top, drizzled with unagi sauce that they ignore you food quality is alright, you get what you pay for in terms of quality and not amount.

    (3)

  • Ted Y.

    For a sushi buffet this is as good as it gets in Davis. I believe all the sushi here is of OK quality, it won't wow you but it will fill your sushi craving. The sushi on the boats aren't that fresh and you don't really know how long they have been there, but the fried/cooked food on the boats should be fine. So... be courageous and order from the menu. Look and order the rolls you want, don't get it off the boat. You can also order sashimi and other fried seafood. Know the rules, fried foods are orderd at the ends of the moats. Order the rolls/sashimi from the chefs. If you are going with another person, be sure to grab a seat by the bar - this makes ordering quicker. It get's pricey for dinner, imo not worth it for what you are getting. Be Sure to Tip the Sushi Chefs since you are going to be ordering all night. +avoid uncooked sushi rolls that are on the boats +you may find the occasional gnat/fly flying around the boats and often on the sushi

    (3)

  • Edward W.

    Fuji Sushi is by far the best all you can eat sushi I have had for its $17.95 dinner price. Almost all the sushi they offer is good and service is fast. I tried their soft shell crab, but it doesn't taste that appetizing and makes you extremely full. The sashimi tastes fresh and doesn't have a fishy smell. Proportions are generous and they don't add have huge amount of rice in each roll to make you full faster. TLDR; Eat here and you won't be disappointed if you are looking for quality sushi and sashimi.

    (4)

  • Michelle C.

    Favorite sushi buffet around, but I do have a few complaints. It's not the best tasting sushi around, but it's awesome for a buffet. My plan of attack is to stuff as much sashimi into my stomach as I possibly can. Love how they offer sashimi because most places are too cheap to offer that. They have salmon, tuna, hamachi, and red snapper. There are times when the sashimi is still frozen though...minus one star for that! I also eat a few rolls with the heaping amounts of sashimi for some variety. The rolls here start tasting all the same real quick because they put all the same sauces on them. All you can eat deep fried soft shell crabs and oysters too! Too bad the batter is too thick on the oysters. They now offer buffet during dinner for $17.95 per person. I wish I was in Davis more often to get to enjoy this place more!

    (3)

  • Karma B.

    In terms of sushi buffet, Fuji's is decent. In terms of Davis sushi buffet, it'd be in my top two. The food, like the majority of sushi buffets comes out quickly and is not of the highest quality. They provide typical california rolls, nigiri, along with various other food on small plates, and you can order specialty rolls from the sushi bar. I find that the specialty rolls come with a lot of sauce on top, but i prefer it that way. The one thing I enjoy about Fuji's is that they offer unlimited sashimi, though when they get really busy, they sometimes run out of certain types. One thing I would suggest is go when it's somewhat filled. If you go on a night where there aren't many people, you can see the same things floating around on the boats all night long.

    (3)

  • Stephanie L.

    Pretty good for unlimited sushi. The price is good and there's a few good sushi rolls to choose from. You can order specialty rolls and hand rolls from the sushi chefs. Dinner includes miso soup and a drink. To get your money's worth, the best things to order are the deep-fried oysters and soft shell crabs. Their salmon skin hand rolls are good too. Their spicy tuna hand rolls are only spicy because they add siracha sauce to their rice. Overall, it's an ok place to come to for all-you-can-eat sushi.

    (3)

  • Sannie L.

    Davis has made me pretty tired of sushi buffets, but if I were to go for one it'd be Fuji's. This one is my manfriend's favorite and as such we end up here when we're hungry for some good sushi. I tend to like getting a table versus sitting at the sushi bar, although the bar seats get first dibs on the floating plates. It really doesn't matter though because you can go up to the counter and order whatever you'd like. A favorite of my friends and I is the Davis roll, although any of the other rolls are equally tasty. This will fill you up quick as most of their food is sushi rolls or nigiri, but you can also order sashimi from the bar. Standard looking decor, and is usually full but not as packed as Davis Sushi, making it a more comfortable environment with short wait time. Service is relatively attentive and quick.

    (4)

  • Lynners C.

    I don't feel like wasting my energy on this place...Their whole system when it comes to getting/ordering sushi at the bar is very unorganized, definitely needs work. Sushi could be better.Server rude. They were about to close and he asked our group if we wanted more tea refill, but during the time the server asked our cup was still full. Towards the end when we were able to leave,one of my friend asked the server if he can refill her cup since she downed her tea less than a minute The server had the nerve to say " I asked you earlier and you said you didn't want any"....with an attitude..that is something you never say to a paying customer. Like hello! it was full when you asked, but when you drink it it disappears and therefore you need to shut up and refill that damn cup!! Never going back to this place. I don't care if it's cheap!

    (2)

  • Audrey T.

    My friend and I may or may not have gotten sick from eating their food. We're not quite sure about that, so I don't want to put the blame on Fuji's. The last time I was in Davis, we went to Sushi Nobu, so we opted for Fuji's, the "original sushi buffet," this time. I wanted to get the whole UCD college experience, ya know? You are given the option of either sitting at the bar or at a table. We sat at a table, but if I stupidly decide to return again, I'd choose the bar. Why? Because of easier access to the sushi boats. The waiters and waitresses don't serve food here; if you want it, you have to walk over to the pick-up station and grab stuff that is floating by. There are a few problems with this: 1. I'd like to know what I'm picking up, but there are no signs, so we are left guessing the name of the rolls; and 2. Imagine how crowded the pick-up station gets when it's a busy night. Thankfully, we were there on a slow night. I love sashimi and can usually finish an entire plate by myself, but at Fuji's, I just wasn't feeling it. I don't know what it was. Maybe it was all the oil that I saw on the plate. That's not normal, is it? My friend's bf wanted fried bananas, but the ones that they have here were all soggy. The ones we had at Nobu last time were fried fresh. And to top it all off, there were flies buzzing around and a fricken spider crawling around. I'm a tad arachnophobic. Actually, we all were, so we were definitely freaking out, hahaa. Bottom line: I prefer Nobu because the food is made fresh, it's cheaper, and no creepy crawlers in sight.

    (2)

  • Jamie D.

    Awesome quality and price. I was passing by on my way between Sac and the East Bay....I'd definitely drive back just for this. Really good especially for a buffet.

    (5)

  • Kai H.

    I just went there for lunch today and I would have to agree with the mix of reviews I have read on here. I didn't get to sit at the counter so getting my food seemed odd and very inconvenient. You have to be assertive and order what you really want and then you will be happy that you didn't take the meek way out and fill up on the stuff that comes on the boats. I wanted sashimi and got sashimi. I ordered a couple hand rolls and totally enjoyed them. Overall, decent quality for a very good price. No frills.

    (3)

  • Cindy L.

    My current favorite AYCE sushi place in SoCal is a place called Fuji Sushi, so of course I had to try their namesake here in Davis. $13.99 for lunch, $17.99 for dinner including miso soup&soda; pretty cheap compared to SoCal "made to order" sushi (which usually ranges $20 for lunch, $25 for dinner). Pretty nifty that they have ayce sashimi (seems like the trend around Davis) and no time limit, unfortunately, the fish is definitely not fresh at all. The boat concept is fun, but that means food sitting around for a bit of time. Thought the menu was kind of confusing too, I wasn't sure what we were able to order and didnt want to seem stupid by ordering something that was already floating around (even though i would much rather want it fresh). Their rolls are a bit weak (in terms of variety), but they have a lot of different kinds of hot foods/appetizer.

    (3)

  • alicia M.

    I really like this place. The food is so good! You have to try this place if you like sushi!

    (5)

  • Hannah K.

    This place isn't bad. Came here last night after a graduation. $18 may be more expensive than other sushi places, but I'm used to LA prices which start at $25 minimum. Some places in LA even place time restrictions on your AYCE dinners, so not feeling rushed was nice. The sushi didn't look the freshest, but you get what you pay for I suppose. The ambiance is nice. The boats are a cute change from the normal conveyor belts. I'm not a huge sushi eater, and since I wasn't sure how fresh everything was I stuck to the other food choices. Miso soup - very good Edamame- tasted fine but I picked a cold one :( Chicken Wings- Yummyy Gyoza- decent, not enough crisp on the edges for me Soft Shell Crab Tempura- Mmmm I loved this hah Octopus Nigiri- One piece was good, the other I had was an awkward cut that took forever to chew... Teriyaki Chicken- just ok Banana Tempura- one piece I had was perfect! Another plate I got was mushy and oily :( Sesame Balls- Lovee Tonkatsu- some pieces were ok, others were too hard to chew Coffee Mousse Cake- meh Service is just ok. My friends and i were eyeing a tempura hand roll, but the batter was too thick for us to guess what was inside. When we asked one of the ladies she just said "fried sushi" Not really helpful... Oh well.. Oh yeah, and beware of the bathrooms. There's only one men's and women's so there was a huge line when we were about to leave.' Overall not a bad place for the price.

    (3)

  • Hev Z.

    Food here is good. Don't come here much but when I do, I always leave satisfied. The seafood here is fresh, most of the time, along with the other food served. You can taste freshness when you taste it. Trust. Service is fast, never had a problem asking for something specific from the kitchen or bar. Gets packed here often, so go early. Better to go with a few people instead of a big group.

    (4)

  • Brenda L.

    It wasn't until I came to Davis that I was introduced to the idea that sushi could even be served in buffet style. All you can eat sashimi? That might be a lot of mercury poisoning but I'll take it! I once had an orange-eating contest here with my friend, a contest I deeply regret but that goes to show you, buffets aren't only great for our gluttonous desires of indulgence but also for eating contests of all sorts (since they have a wide selection of menu items). The big downside to this place is that the wait can be strenuously long. I have had friends that came an hour before opening hours just to wait in line for this place. So come early.

    (4)

  • Dennis K.

    This place used to be an OG hit but still gotta say their sushi is legit time and time they've been around, and don't quit now the lines aren't that long so don't have to have a fit One of the fav's is soft shell crab it's pretty safe to eat, not something from a lab lines are not a problem so much b/c of competition and sad to say prices went up from inflation But with the good and the bad, this place is a trademark of Davis. Their rolls, sushi, sashimi, and soft shell crab are good and worth going to if you're in the mood for some all-you-can-eat food. The chefs are really cool because if you make eye contact, you can order something, but make sure you're a little forthright, because ordering from the sushi chef is not for the timid. So just go up to them, make eye contact and let them know what you want. Their salmon is good, they can make special plates for you if you ask for a variety sushi plate or something. Place is kinda old, but I must say, I do miss eating there.

    (4)

  • Patrick T.

    Literally the worst experience I've had at a sushi restaurant. I've been going to Davis Sushi a lot and wanted to try other restaurants like Jusco and Fuji's, especially after hearing such good reviews about it. Maybe it's because I'm so used to Davis Sushi, but everything was sub-par. I HATED how I had to reach over people sitting at the bar to give my order for sushi and how it was so awkward since the chefs were all busy to listen. To top it off, my favorite dish at any sushi restaurant is salmon sashimi, but here at Fuji's they served it still half frozen where I can feel the ice crystals in it. The only good thing I liked about this Fuji's was the fact that they had Lion King rolls to order. In conclusion, I would not go to this place again and just go to Davis Sushi which has much better service as well as fresher sashimi.

    (1)

  • Pat P.

    Imagine a boatload of fresh sushi being delivered into your mouth for you to chew and subsequently marvel at how wonderful that was. Now go to Fuji and let all of your dreams come true. No joke. I've been to plenty of all-you-can-eat sushi places and I can tell you that by the end of it I'm usually pretty sick of anything that has ever swam or lived in water. Interestingly, that rule doesn't apply to this place. The sushi continues to taste amazing and I'm literally eating because I can't stop. The sushi chefs are very friendly guys who are attentive and helpful. This is definitely my favorite sushi buffet of all time and is one of the many things I miss about Northern California. Of course, I'm not judging this based upon the pure quality of the individual intricate pieces that you order; there are other places in the world that would embarrass Fuji in this regard. I'm giving it five stars because for the money you pay during lunch and the quality of the food you get, it's actually an unbelievable value. Bar seating and sushi boats FTW.

    (4)

  • Samantha C.

    Really delicious. All you can eat. Fun funky set up. Fast fast fast fresh ordered sushi. Sometimes it's a long wait but given the a weak food and price ($13.75/$18.95) it is so worth it.

    (5)

  • Cindy C.

    Alright sushi.. Kinda pricey... so I don't think think you get what you pay for. I felt like you had to fight to get your food. I don't like shouting and trying to get the sushi's chefs attention. & I'm super impatient. so standing there waiting to making eye contact constantly, made me cranky. Especially because i was super HUNGRRYYY. Miso soup came after 15 minutes of us trying to figure out how to fight for our food. Anyhow, my favorite was the davis roll. combination roll was alright and dragon and lion king roll was pretty bad. definitely do NOT get those if you go, because they're a waste of your appetite.

    (2)

  • Devon S.

    It's an institution, they told me. Everyone loves this place, they told me. Line out the door because it's so great, they told me. And to a certain degree, they might be right. Fast service, not too crowded on a Saturday night, and pretty tasty miso soup. I was even able to overlook that the maki rolls were sliced indiscriminately, with some pieces being two inches in width and thus needing to be cut further in order to be consumed. However, this meant nothing the moment I bit into the salmon sashimi and felt the unnerving crunch of a still-frozen piece of fish. Sashimi? Frozen? Now look, I've found some quality sushi spots in Davis, so I can't blame the middle-of-nowhere location for the lack of freshness. And maybe I should have been a little more hesitant when a place has the word "buffet" in its title. But I've been around the block long enough to know when a sushi joint has committed one of the cardinal sins. And I'd like to think that I'm smart enough to not tempt fate. Fool me once...

    (2)

  • Joe H.

    You can't beat the price for what you get. My customer was stunned when I took them to this place. Don't just grab off the boats, ask for sashimi only! ask for grilled fish! ask for soft shell crab .. ask for fried oyster!!!! :P YUMMMMMMMMM

    (4)

  • Scott L.

    This is the place to go if you have a sushi and sashimi craving on the road between Tahoe and The Bay. The place opens at 5pm, thus try to get there before it opens so you can get a spot at the sushi boat bar (fits 20). Otherwise, you will have to get up from your table and go to the bar to order your rolls and sashimi. You will also have to get up and go back to the sushi bar to pick up your order. The food is not bad for an AYCE buffet. We ordered plates of white tuna, salmon, and haimachi sashimi in addition to soft shell crab hand rolls from the sushi chefs. There's also plenty to choose from on the boats...short ribs (very good when it comes out - grab it fast), tobiko, various versions of CA rolls, chicken skewers, dessert, etc... The buffet price also includes a drink - soda, tea, etc.. Service is attentive if you are at the sushi bar..don't know how it is at a table... I would rate this a 3.5....parking can be a challenge.

    (3)

  • Jared H.

    First time here. Nobody spoke English. After sitting down, we were only given one setting for two people and one water glass. After 5 minutes, we asked for a menu. The waitress rolled her eyes and then came back with a menu. After lots of confusion, we discovered that we needed to go to the buffet for food (we didn't even know there was one). Payed an all you can eat price. Asked for an avocado roll to which they responded "I only do fried" ... After asking other customers, I was informed that I needed to ask someone else...Later, I saw what looked like tempura. I asked if it was vegetable tempura. They rolled their eyes and told me it;s a Fried Banana...Upon asking the contents of a roll, the sushi chef responded " I don't know" then made the roll for us. The food was good but does not make up for their service at all.

    (1)

  • Patra B.

    I remember coming here as a college student for the lunch buffet. It was around $8, and it drew in hoards of hungry college students. Back then, they didn't have the dinner buffet, but now I've learned they have the all you can eat deal for $16. This has become one of the main stops on the way back from Tahoe. There's nothing better than filling your tummy with a ton of sushi after a long day of snowboarding. The dinner buffet costs a little more than lunch because you get miso soup and soda with your meal. We usually go straight to the sushi chef and order a platter of sashimi and hand rolls. And for all the cooked food, we go to the end of the bar and order fried oysters, soft shell crab and tempura. They prepare everything for you very quickly, so you never have to wait long. They have the little boats floating around the sushi bar with a wide selection of food....rolls, kalbi, chicken wings, seaweed salad, and pot stickers to name a few. You definitely get your money's worth. But it sucks when food coma kicks in and you still have to drive back to SF. =P

    (4)

  • Kinner J.

    Pros- Fond memories of gorging myself on sushi as an undergrad. For all you can eat it is a very fair price (13.95 for lunch). Can ask for almost anything and the chefs will make it for you. Cons- The food is fresh, but not the tastiest. They use too much rice on everything.

    (3)

  • Carl B.

    A real bargain especially at lunch for the 15 bucks after tax. Yeah don't forget to order something if you don't see it floating by, including sashimi. Sushi is fresh as there is a lot of people eating. Downfalls to me is hostess gal not so friendly.

    (4)

  • HMoutings N.

    It was me and my honeybabes first time at Fuji's. there was a lot of hype, so we came in with high expectations. Only to walk out feeling unsatisfied and deceived. Lets first talk about the service. A waitress in her mid 40s scolded at us for not eating the nigiri the "RICE" way. We were even more disappointed at the frozen salmon sashimi given to us. We witnessed the same waitress using both her HANDS and fly squatter to kill flies prior to giving us our miso soup. Lastly, we found it difficult to chow down our food at the sight of her miniskirt. We will not be coming again even if they paid us.

    (1)

  • Matt H.

    Davis has its fair share of cheap all you can eat sushi buffets. This one is the original, and has long lines out the door for their weekend lunch time buffet priced around 10$ or so when I ate there back in 2008. Positives: you can order specialty rolls and sashimi during the buffet at no extra cost (it wont be floating around on boats). There is a huge variety negatives: the fish is in general not very fresh, and some of the things that have been floating around on boats taste kind of stale. Also I have eaten there for dinner and was unimpressed with their menu offerings. I was expecting that ordering from the menu would mean fresher food than the lunch buffet, but it didn't. The line is also way longer than the other buffets in town. Nobu hiro has a better quality sushi buffet for about the same price, shorter wait, but more limited selection.

    (2)

  • Shirley V.

    Eating by yourself is almost never fun. Every time I've been to Fuji's, it has been with friends with a fervor for sushi. Our mission? Eat as many plates of sushi as possible. Honestly, who doesn't (at least secretly) make this their goal when going to eat at a buffet? :P I came in on a Friday afternoon with 2 friends and waited about 5 minutes for a seat at the sushi bar. Who doesn't enjoy watching little boats come by with rolls and mini buns and meats and noodles and assorted fried goods, not to mention the sushi chefs standing right behind them? Be sure to grab a menu. That's the only way I knew what to order from the chefs at Fuji's, for I am not a seasoned Fuji's vet. There is a small selection of rolls (some of which aren't on the menu either!) and sashimi that you can get. Don't be shy! Or else the sushi chefs won't make you anything. Multiple times, they had the rolls already made so we got them literally within 5 seconds of ordering. I guess they're always making rolls behind the counter. Overall, there was nothing spectacular about Fuji's, but it was as-good-as-it-might-get eats for a sushi lunch in Davis.

    (3)

  • Tim M.

    Ive come to this place from San Francisco just for the all you can eat lunch special (and to visit friends). Cant go wrong with all you can eat at this place. I ordered a ton of soft shelled crab and gyoza. The sushi isnt the best but its not bad. Just try it before you judge it.

    (4)

  • Robert C.

    I love this place...all you can eat sushi for $20...If I lived in Davis, I would clean this place out!

    (5)

  • Michelle M.

    Good buffet. Service is ok. They get brownie points because even if they don't offer a sushi on the menu and u would like for them to create one, I just let them know and they make it for u. Kinda Cool! I just don't like how I smell after. I always recommend this place!

    (4)

  • Aron M.

    This place opens on time.

    (2)

  • Jess O.

    Finally, I was able to visit the imfamous Fuji's! I must say it is pretty awesome! The food was definitely better quality compared to most sushi buffets. I'd definitely go back! Only thing that frustrated me was that everyone gathers in certain areas to pick up the sushi boats so it get crowded and frustrating if the boat you want is slowly floating along with the chance of someone else picking it up before it gets to you. Also, if you have a small group, i'd suggest sitting at the bar/sushi boat part cause you have direct access to the boats and sushi chefs! Just make sure you wear your stretchy pants and get there early.

    (4)

  • Lori K.

    Yay for cheap all you can eat sushi for poor college kids! Boo for giving me the worst cases of food coma I've ever experienced! Fuji's is one of those places in Davis that you've got to experience as a college student. I didn't know a single UCD student who's never been there. Fuji's definitely doesn't serve the best quality sushi around but, the key word here is QUANTITY. You do not go here to have high quality gourmet sushi... you go here to stuff your face with mediocre sushi for a super affordable price. That's what college student eating is all about. Some words of advice if you go: 1) Don't eat anything at least a couple hours in advance 2) Be prepared to stand in line for at least a couple hours unless you go before they open... which still requires at least an hour. Either way it's A TON of waiting 3) Moderation, people. MODERATION. Do NOT inhale as much sushi as fast as you can. You will regret it. 4) Take a nap after... trust me, it's the only thing most of you will physically be able to handle As you can imagine, Fuji's probably gets the most busy out of any restaurant in Davis. The inside is somewhat small for the amount of people they squeeze in. The sushi chefs are like machines back there... I have no idea how they get so many plates out as quick as they do but, thank god for that. They offer a pretty large variety of rolls and other stuff like chicken skewers, gyoza (potstickers), oysters, sashimi, etc. If you want your money's worth, stick to the sushi but if you're in it for everything then knock yourself out. One of the many times I overstuffed myself at Fuji's I could do nothing more than take a 2 hour nap followed by the most dysfunctional day EVER. Another time my roommate and I attempted to walk to campus after eating lunch there... let me just say that was the WORST idea in the world. So with that said, go to Fuji's, eat plenty, and be prepared to suffer the consequences.

    (3)

  • Claire L.

    Mmm...Fuji. One of the few reasons I actually enjoy visiting Davis. Aside from visiting friends here, I have very very few reasons that draw me to Davis. Located in the cute downtown area - parking is free if you're under so many hours and there's a Starbucks around the block where you can kill time if your wait is long. The sushi and sashimi are actually decent quality considering this is a buffet. Well worth the price. If you have only 2 or 3 people in your group, try to get seated at the bar - it's a million times easier to have continuous eating (I only know one way to eat at a buffet, and that is continuously). No getting up and down and walking to/from the bar to order. The nice little boats float by and you can grab what you want, and if you do want to order a specific roll or some sashimi, all you need to do is stand up, and maybe move a few feet to get the attention of the chefs. Come early, leave content (okay, maybe more like uncomfortable) & stuffed, and hope that you didn't just add 5 permanent inches to your waistline.

    (4)

  • Chives S.

    Nasty , nasty & nasty. Dirty, dirty & more dirty.

    (1)

  • Mike R.

    Taste: 4 Value:4.5 Cleanliness: 4 Atmosphere: 4 Wait time:4 Overall:4 1 being the worst, and 5 being the best Great prices, 13 bucks lunch 18 bucks dinner( includes soda, soup salad, Tons of boats going around and special rolls. You can order your self and take as much as you want. it is a TRUE AYCA, I hate it when other sushi places only let you order one at a time, and take 20 minutes to bring out more food and you end up drinking a lot of water. Well good place, not as crackin as it was 2 years ago, when I used to come here there was always some crazy line, but not so much any more, It is true what some people say the rolls all almost taste the same, but they the quality of the sushi is good and they don't over stuff with too much rice. I have been coming here for the last few years and whenever I am in the area or will driving by Ill eat there.

    (4)

  • Andrew A.

    Overall (8/10) Food (6/10) Price (9/10) Atmosphere (7/10) I gotta say, the food may not be of the best quality, but for the price I am willing to over look it. This is DECENT sushi and GREAT prices. Hence the good rating. If the quality got any worse, or the price were to go up, I think I would go somewhere else. THEY DID make the hamachi-kama $5 which I am not a fan of, because I love it. But what can you do, good things don't last forever. Would I come back? YES

    (4)

  • Christine P.

    I've been to Fuji's quite a few times and my experience with this place has changed drastically over the years. The first time I ever went was back in 2004 when my Davis friends dragged me to this great new trendy restaurant of all-you-can-eat sushi galore. I still remember clearly getting out of bed at 7am just to get into the 9am line that was just as notorious as their $10/person buffet. They told me about the monstrous portions of unlimited sashimi, unagi, soft shelled crabs and rainbow rolls that you could stuff yourself senseless into a food coma. And it was so. So deliciously so. But the times have changed and it's been years since that epic moment. Now, the lines have shortened, the cost a bit higher ($12.95), and the taste a bit ... more bland than it used to be. I mean, it's still a great place to get your grub on when you need your cheap dose of sushi goodness but you really do get what you pay for now. I think it's more worth coming here when you're feeling famished so you can get your money's worth in quantity. But otherwise, I'd recommend you to satisfy your sushi cravings somewhere else that may be a bit more expensive but tastes better. Maybe it's because of all the other new sushi buffet places that started to follow suit after Fuji's success and competition lowered the standards. I'm not too sure what happened but ... long gone are the good old days for this place when quality/quantity was high and price temptingly cheap. I miss you already, old Fuji.

    (3)

  • Terence W.

    I've been to Fuji's plenty of times and would've given this place three or four stars because of the variety of food you get and the awesome price. However, I was absolutely disgusted with what I saw during my last meal there that I had to write this review. Upon receiving my order from the sushi chef, I saw two baby ROACHES on the bottom of the sushi plate! I was horrified to think how long this has been going on and how unsanitary this place was. I will never go back there!

    (1)

  • Joe N.

    WARNING EVERYONE!!!! please not that this place is no longer the old Fuji's that once was a sac/davis must eat.... the original owners have left for another place in elkgrove with the same name! the story is long but to sum it up once it changed owners everything went down hill!!! only other place worth going for sushi in davis is now Davis sushi around the corner but even then I'd make the trek to Fuji's sushi buffet in elk grove much more worth it. the original place served all of the rolls, shashimi and nigiri that a regular restaurant would serve but in an all you can eat food feast. back then the place would be littered with ametuer compietion eaters, wanna be Kobeyashi but that was then. Since then prices have changed, its much easier to get a table now. old wait used to be an hour on a good day, lines would almost touch the end of the block but todays Fuji's doesnt have the same flair or quality... fish quality - mediocre, and thats being nice. customer service - ehh, nothing spectacular price - high... not worth it... if you are hankering for some quantity sushi and davis sushi's wait is redic, fuji's davis will suffice but if eat at your own risk

    (2)

  • Robert S.

    Fuji's is one of my favorite places to visit when I'm in Davis. It's a sushi boat place. You head up to the boats to order your sushi. They bring you miso soup and a drink, and bus your table, but you are responsible for getting the real food. The chefs here are really nice. As soon as you make eye contact, they are happy to help you. They have lots of the specialty rolls ready to order, and the sashimi gets out pretty quick. So it's fun to get here with a group of friends, and order the specialty rolls and try everything. And the sushi is pretty tasty, especially considering that it is a buffer. When you do show up, try to get here at the beginning of a meal time, because it gets pretty packed in here. The wait time can get up there, so if you have the ability to accomodate your schedule, do so. I think it takes about half an hour before the place fills up after opening time. I do prefer lunch because the price is better than dinner, but I still love to come here for dinner.

    (4)

  • Doctor G.

    There isn't much variety of the sushi and various Japanese dishes that float around on the little boats in two canals at the sushi bar, but the dishes are very good. In order to get delicacies like sashimi and soft shell crab, you have to ask your waitress (who is usually too busy to stop by your table due to the crush of customers at this very popular buffet), or somehow grab the attention of the sushi chefs behind the sushi bar. If you're lucky enough to get the attention of a sushi chef, you'll then have to hang around the bar waiting for your dish because if you don't, they'll just put your order on top of the metal roof of the sushi bar and someone else will just grab it. The chefs try to accommodate sashimi eaters by putting plates on the metal roof of the sushi bar and let diners grab them. A little more variety in the dishes on the boats in the canals would be nice. I assume they don't put those more expensive specialty dishes on the boats because their customers would gobble them up too fast and drive the place out of business. The dishes floating around on the boats included pork tonkatsu, various sushi rolls, clear noodles, orange slices, fried chicken wings, coffee cake mousse, and tempura. The good stuff you have to order. Street parking and nearby muni lot.

    (3)

  • Bruce W.

    BEST sushi experience in CALIFORNIA. I'm a San Jose local but live in San Diego. I go back home just so I can drive up to Davis with everyone and rock Fuji Sushi. Been here a dozen times bringing about 100 different people over the course of half a decade. Here's what to order (for starters): Davis Special Roll (light rice, light sauce) Soft Shell Crab Fried Calamari Mix Tempura Mix Sashimi Plate Fried Bananas & Green Tea Ice cream Hot Green Tea ... rinse and repeat... and repeat... and repeat But you HAVE TO rock the buffet during lunch all for about $10. Yup, that's right. So so so so good. 4 star quality 5 star quantity 5 star price 5 star experience Don't knock it till you try it. Bring EVERYONE. But you gotta come early, line starts 45 minutes before the place opens. If you come when they open, you're on the wait list FOR SURE. That's how awesome this place is. People bring lawn chairs and portable MP3 players to pass the time.

    (5)

  • Cathy S.

    At first glance this seems like a really good deal. You get AYCE sushi for a really low price and they don't even require you to finish the rice. However, the sushi is not really that great. There are a lot of random options. You can order an assortment of sashimi, but the quality is only just acceptable. The handrolls are not bad, although the proportions seem a bit off. Fried soft shell crab is yummy but I can only eat so much fried stuff. There are some really tasty appetizer dishes like fried chicken wings. Altogether, it's still a pretty good deal and it's worth a visit.

    (3)

  • K D.

    Yikes! This is the first sushi buffet I have ever tried in my life. Being from SF where sushi buffets are almost nonexistent, I didnt have high hopes for this place. When I think of sushi buffet, I see: too much rice on the rolls, everything is fried, they use the same damn sauce on every roll, the sashimi is not fresh, nothing is fresh... Low and behold, that's what I was presented with. True, this is a great place for college students but it is truly overrated. I agree that you do get more bang for your buck...quantity over quality...blahblahblah, but I never tasted such bad sushi before. I guess this is what one expects at sushi buffets for that price. I don't ever wanna have to come back here again, I'd rather go to Davis Sushi or Nobu's if I was forced to eat sushi buffet again...ughhh!

    (2)

  • Ed L.

    As a kid, I once heard Disneyland was the happiest place on Earth. After eating at Fuji's for lunch, I now know that's a flat out lie because the happiest place on Earth* is the Fuji's buffet. There's a reason people wait in line for hours even if they are hungover like no other. The have a variety of food that you pick up off the little boats. The key is ordering straight from the sushi chefs or the ladies on the side putting the plates on the boat. I try to limit the sushi rolls since it's just mostly fake crab and rice laced with sauces and go for the sashimi. Salmon and Hamachi hasn't disappointed in my various trips here. Also ask for raw/fried oysters, fried squid, soft-shelled crab, shrimp tempura (tons of battered goods). Just go with raw or fried. This is worth the drive from Berkeley and the $4/gallon gas and the shortest toll bridge ever. *Happy until you walk out feeling the pain and misery of overstuffing your face

    (5)

  • Krystal C.

    At the very least, I can sat Fuji's is still better than Davis Sushi Buffet. However, I've definitely had better AYCE sushi. The selection of rolls is very minimal. Even at the sushi bar, you will continuously see the same rolls floating by you repeatedly because no one wants it. The sashimi is as fresh as can be for $17.95 (meaning some of them were still pretty frozen). There are menus on the table but you can't order and have to stand around near the sushi bar shout in your order. The restaurant itself is getting older and older without much renovation. The silverware has chips and cracks all over them. I would usually hit this place up on the way back from boarding and wasn't able to stop by Sushi Pier in reno instead.

    (3)

  • Cindy T.

    Not the best sushi I've ever had, but not the worst either. After a long day river rafting, my friends and I wanted to get some sushi. It was my first time at a sushi buffet, so I wasn't sure how to approach it. I went to get the boats first. They were all right. On the boats I got a california roll, gyoza, and some other roll I didn't know. I then asked for a spider roll and it was pretty good. I think it is better to ask them to make a roll for you than get a roll off of the boats (you never know how long its been floating around for). My friend got lucky because when he asked for a sashimi plate they gave him a big ass plate with everything on it. He told our other friends to do it, but they all just came back with small plates. The service is pretty good and the waiters are friendly. They kept asking us if we wanted more drinks or if everything was alright. I don't know if I would come back though.

    (3)

  • Albert W.

    First of all, this place is all about value for your money. The food quality isn't high but for $14 for all you can eat at lunch, wow, is it a good deal. I would avoid all the sushi/fish (it doesn't look fresh, it doesn't look edible, and I don't want to get sick) and concentrate on the tempura California rolls and deep fried X (crab, oyster, etc etc). Famous for: All you can eat tempura california rolls and deep friend crab/oysters

    (4)

  • Nick P.

    What's to say that hasn't been? Big piles of fish bits, some coated in lovely fatty sauces, lots of little snack deals, etc. Standard issue sushi buffet grub. Of note, by request nigiri was pretty good. Quick too.

    (3)

  • Anthony O.

    If you ever fantasized about being stuck on the continent of Asia during the ride "Its A Small World" while having non stop service of sushi this is your spot. Over all your whole experience will be MEDIOCRE at best. It's definitely the case of QUANTITY over QUALITY, but definitely not bad for $17. Come there hungry but not with any real taste buds. The fish they use is frozen, the rice they use sucks. With any good sushi you know that the fish has to be great quality and the good rice is essential. The ONLY thing I would recommend there is anything that is fool proof which is anything they fry, or douse in sauces like their rolls. Customer service is pretty attentive, you just have to be a little bit aggressive when asking for things at the sushi bar. Overall: Come here hungry for a cheap meal, but don't expect much

    (2)

  • Sunny L.

    I get so frustrated with this place. Hell no, i'm not going to wait 1.5 Hours to eat here; However, I feel so bad cutting in line and eating without waiting (My friend's work here and my friend's Husband's Family owns this place)... the food is great (for an all you can eat) and the selection is great. =D. I can eat everything here. I would order instead of grabbing things, its better that way. If you are really hungry, you can just grab the floaters around the place. Highly recommended to eat here. Pros: Service Cutting in line (for me) Food is great for all you can eat FRESH (sometimes) Cons: Wait Time (1.5 Hours) for two people...ew Small place ( Doesn't seat that many people)

    (5)

  • Spring L.

    thank you Fuji's for ruining my taste for sushi for over a week now... I dont know if I will ever recover. If you like oversauced sushi rolls and fried everything, then Fuji's is the place for you. They make their money by serving lots of carbs and breaded things... nothing of quality. I ordered a round of mixed sashimi and the fish on the plate was either frozen or it tasted like it came straight out of the river... bleh. The sushi chef responded like I killed his mother when I ordered it too. Someone was having a bad day. This place has gone downhill since I this summer. Dont be fooled by the waitlist and lines... it's nasty with a capital N.

    (1)

  • Vivian H.

    1) I am not a fan of sushi so this review is already biased. 2) The wait was TOO LONG. Forty five minutes to an hour actually means over two hours. 3) There is not much of a variety. 4) Pretty cheap. Overall I wouldn't eat here again unless the people I'm with really wanted to.

    (3)

  • Ryan F.

    How is it possible that I haven't reviewed this place? This place is a Davis staple. I've been going here off and on (not so much lately since I moved from Davis to West Sac and closer to the excellent Raku in West Sac) for about 10 years. I've never found a place that will literally give you call the sashimi you can eat. Now yes, this isn't the grade of tuna you get for $20.00 a serving in SF, but the price is freakin' right. Their speciality rolls are basically par for the course - fried items, good sauces, avocado. They have a bunch of other stuff that isn't technically sushi, hell some isn't even really Japanese but neither are the staff and who cares. It's all pretty tasty and quite fresh. If you want Sushi in Davis this is really where you should be going. Anywhere else and you'll get either worse food or a much higher bill or both.

    (4)

  • Hagow C.

    Very good sushi buffet, and the sailing boats are a good novelty for kids. They have deep fried soft shelled crab and sashimi for you to order. Costs about $18 after tax and tip. Kind of tight at the half-round table so go early to get a good seat. Avoid the corners as that is where people will be coming around to place their orders and then stand around. The sushi cooks are not the friendliness but do get the job done. Good place to take a friend on payday. Parking is adequate.

    (5)

  • Jeffrey H.

    Two words... Sushi and sashimi... Unlimited too. Any sushi/sashimi fan will be excited when they enter this realm. I love sitting at the sushi boat bar because it is easy access to the food. Plus when you are closer to the chef, it is easier to order what you want. First thing I always get is Tuna and Salmon Sashimi. After that, I start feasting on the other sushi they have. All the sushi they make are really good, even though most of them have this sauce on it. I don't mind because I think it actually makes the sushi really good. After a couple rounds of sushi I work on another plate of sashimi. If you go to a buffet, the whole point is to eat until the amount of food you eat is equal to the price you paid. I believe two plates of sashimi and a couple sushi will do it. But for me, I want to kill it. I usually eat 4 plates of sashimi and a couple plates of sushi. They also have soft shell crab which is also really good. There are a lot of different choices that are not sushi/sashimi based so if you don't really like that stuff, you won't be too sad. Overall, I love this place and I come at least once a month. The only reason I gave this place 4 stars is that it can be very crowded at times. Other than that, this place is all good!!

    (4)

  • Eva O.

    Coming here for AYCE lunch is definitely worth it. They have great fried oysters, selection of fish like white tuna, salmon, etc... You can order sushi and sashimi endlessly until you hit sushi coma and pass out on the car ride home. Aesthetically, it's cute that the food comes on sushi boats circulating around a moat but at the same time, it gets crowded and confusing when it comes time to actually get the food. Makes for some rude/unpleasant encounters with fellow sushi-enthusiasts.

    (3)

  • Janice T.

    We went there Saturday just before noon. We waited about 15 minutes to be seated. It was worth the wait. I loved the sushi boat concept. Next time I prefer to sit at the bar so my husband wouldn't have to get up every so often to get the sushi plates. The food was okay. I liked the fried bananas and am addicted to the fried crabs. Service was pretty good too. My husband claims it was worth the 60-mile drive. I agree with him. It was really a great value for our money. We would definitely go back...maybe sooner than later.

    (4)

  • Robelyn C.

    LOVE THIS PLACE!!!! All u can eat sushi n more. All I can say is eat at the sushi bar so everything can be at reach. Lol!

    (5)

  • Joyce L.

    This used to be one of my favorite spots to eat at when I still lived in Davis. However the quality of the food went down a lot. Their sashimi is not fresh. The last time I visited there were some discoloration and weird taste to the sashimi. There's also not a lot of variety of sushi to choose from so I feel like I'm eating the same thing over and over again. Paying about $20 for an all you can eat sushi buffet is too good to be true.

    (2)

  • J. W.

    The three star is for pretty good food. Yesterday (April 16, 2011) was our (my best friend, her boyfriend, & me) at Fuji. We were suppose to go somewhere else, but we could not find it for the life us. So we figured we'd give this place a try. Fuji had good food, sashimi was pretty fresh to fresh. As for the boats that were floating around, only reason some of the sushi that hasn't been "picked up" as most reviewers has stated, personally yes it has probably been sitting there for a while. Also, there's HONESTLY not a lot of varieties. If only the sushi chef's have put more than what the rolls or appetizers/desserts on the boats or the side to pick up sushi, maybe it would be more appetizing. The place definitely looked worn down & really needed a make-over. I'm not interior designer, but I am very particular in the looks of a place. It look semi-decent when we came it, but when I went to the bathroom... yeah that sorta made me re-think of eating there. No offense, but it doesn't look like they did a very good job with keeping the place nice nor hygienic. Though only the health inspectors can tell of if it's safe or not. Pricing, it is decent. $19.50 for dinner including tax, drinks, & soup, (& of course unlimited sushi). Unfortunately, the service & the wait wasn't quite worth the tips. I'm a HUGE tipper & this time was just not worth it. Service was crappy to lame. My friends & I pretty much waited 45 minutes more or less when the guy said 15-20 minutes. Maybe he should say an hour next time. If your a HUGE group, I do suggest you get there early, or have someone write a name down while everyone else arrives later. Just a suggestion. If your any size group, just get there two stages before extremely starving + cranky. Am I a mean critic, sure, whatever. Though I'm just being honest. My friends & I were from "out-of-town" as you call it. We NEVER expected to be so crowded let alone with rude people surrounding us. No offense DAVIS, but you should have more etiquette. Standing in the middle of EVERYTHING really? The place is already crowded, we don't need you taking up space when people are trying to get through. Does it HURT to say excuse me? Or sorry if you bumped into someone? I guess that should be the end of my ramble for now. Enjoy.

    (3)

  • Justin B.

    Pros: All you can eat is pretty affordable Cons: Rice is disgusting, fish quality sucks I gotta say I wasn't that impressed with the quality of the sushi here. Although, most of the reviews for this place were for their $15 lunch buffet, I went here with coworkers for the regular dinner menu. I ended up getting the sushi boat for myself which had 21 different pieces of sushi for about $20.00. The boat had different pieces of nigiri like octopus, salmon, halibut and a couple pieces of California rolls and spicy yellowtail roll. Overall, the quality wasn't that great. I'm not sure if I'm just a sushi snob, but I really wasn't impressed. The fish wasn't that fresh and the rice was pretty mushy. Nearing the end of my meal, I really couldn't eat any more of the rice. Although, I can see how the $15 dollar lunch buffet could be a good deal for sushi, I don't think I would even pay that much considering the quality of sushi at this place.

    (2)

  • Andrew L.

    It's all you can eat sushi, not much more I can say. Taste: +1 It's rice with fish dipped in soy sauce and wasabi. Since I don't eat raw fish, I stuck to the unagi and seaweed salad rolls. Some of them had hot sauce which is much hotter than it looks. If you can't eat spicy, avoid red. Every piece has cucumber which I hated, but I know people who will likes it. Most of the selection is typical of what you can find in most Buffet with sushi. Other non-sushi items where decent. Appearance: +0 Huge doesn't not make it look good. The 2 piece of sushi in most plate i had was sticking with each other. When I try to eat it and everything ended up falling apart and it made a huge mess. The location of the sushi boat makes it awkward when you go to get sushi. I had to reach over people sitting in the bar seats to get my orders. Selection: +1 If you ask for a menu, you can ask the sushi maker to whip you a order that's not floating around. There's a decent selection for a buffet. There's also bbq chicken, ribs, and fried banana. Service: +1 They take your plates and refill your water. Sushi makers try to make your order ASAP. I have to say great services. Overall, if you're craving sushi and you're in the area, go for it. But I wouldn't make a long trip just to eat here.

    (3)

  • Florence S.

    I tend to debate with my friend about which is better: Fuji's or Davis Sushi Buffet. I always say Fuji's, and after coming for lunch again, I'm going to stand by my opinion. I love this place! I don't eat raw fish and there's quite a selection for me. I LOVE LOVE LOVE their Lion King Roll. It's a must-have every time I come here. The look and proportion hasn't been very consistent, but the flavoring and yumminess hasn't changed. I've got my friends asking for it whenever we go, too. Oh, and I love their cream cheese wontons too *drool* Overall, not a bad place to go, especially for lunch. $13+tax and gratuity for all you can eat isn't bad at all. Service isn't bad. My glass is never empty and our tables are never bombarded with used plates unless my friends are competing to see who ate the most. We didn't have to wait long even though we came for lunch at around noon. We only had to wait for the wait staff to pull together two tables for all 16 of us. I'd definitely come here again.

    (4)

  • Jay A.

    So if you're a Davis resident you know that the equivalent place to Fuji's is Davis sushi buffet. But the only reason why I eat here is because people don't like waiting the line at Davis sushi buffet and vice versa. I think people prefer this place because it's not as known as DSB. Oh well anyway the food here to good, I like ordering their tuna and salmon sashimi. It's very similar DSB because I think from what I was told, the owner/chef used to work at DSB and wanted to make their own restaurant. And from what I also remember they charged a dollar less for their buffets. Not quite sure. Anyway, their sushi is just as good as DSB, BUT still wasn't fresh to me. The sashimi here just didn't hit the spot to me. But I still order it anyway because it's sashimi. Also their fried bananas were soggy too. I would think, okay I want a nice dessert but when I took a bite I immediately spat it out. It was way to soggy and not even crispy. Not satisfied. But I mean the people who worked there are very nice. They were friendly when they greeted us and when we left. Overall, I would choose this place over DSB because of less of a wait, friendliness, and service.

    (3)

  • Emahlee H.

    Fuji's definitely needs to implement a new ordering system. People huddling in one area and waiting for something appealing to float by is not efficient at all. The lunch deal is only about 12 dollars which is AMAZING for all you can eat sushi. They have a fried potato thing that looks like frozen re-heated fish cake but do not be fooled; it's crispy potato goodness. Quality/freshness of the sushi is definitely not that great but good enough for a decent meal.

    (3)

  • Brandon L.

    I went here for my friend's birthday and I'd say it's about the same as the one in Elk Grove. There were a few differences though. It's a lot smaller. It had a few different dishes, like I think it was korean bbq meat? It would've been pretty tasty if the ones that I grabbed weren't cold, but everything was pretty good over all. My friends were ordering all kinds of tempura, and fried things. I'm just happy as long as there's some good quality fish, and I was satisfied. They were really patient with us having to pay too, and they even took our group picture :) AND OUR GROUP WAS PRETTY BIG. We took up the entire front area, but hey, we gave them business! It's worth the money I guess. If only they had my honey walnut prawns! Or maybe I just didn't see them... But yeah, all you can eat sushi + semi broke college students = one of the best things you can ever ask for :]

    (3)

  • Will L.

    A few of my friends have been telling me that Fuji's is spectacular and that it's the best sushi buffet in Davis. Being a big fan of sushi, I had to try out Fuji's. After my first bite I realized that the food tastes almost exactly the same as Davis Sushi's a few blocks down. Which means that there was too much vinegar in the rice, at least in my opinion. The spicy tuna and lion king rolls were a bit disappointing. The spicy tuna had little to no flavor to it and it seemed to me that they really overdid it with the vinegar for the lion king. The other sushi rolls were mediocre. In terms of quality, the fish for the sushi didn't seem too fresh. There's a variety of non-sushi items as well including cooked mackarel, beef short ribs and softshell crab. I only tried the soft shell crab which was decent but nothing special. With all the hype I was expecting so much more from Fuji's but ah well you can't expect great quality sushi from buffets right? However it just seemed to me that their sushi could've been a little better.

    (3)

  • Chris K.

    Still worth getting up early on a saturday for. There will always be a line. Get there early for a bar spot. Really top quality sushi, made to order items, everything comes by on boats. various non sushi items for the less adventurous. You can ask the chefs for special things like sashimi or a particular roll, and they are always happy to make it for you. The chicken skewers are also great. Sometimes they have fresh oysters too. If you love sushi this is a must to come to at least once. Well worth the price. I would go out of my way to come here any time i can.

    (5)

  • TRACY R.

    I spoke with my friend, and she got sick at the Fuji's in Elk Grove; NOT Davis. So it gets another star!

    (4)

  • Karry D.

    I come here every time I am in the city. For their ridiculously low price, you get to stuff yourself with some delectable sushi that just doesn't stop disappearing! My boyfriend loves this place and sometimes I wish I was from UC Davis so I'd fatten myself up by eating here often. But alas, I can to come here once in a blue moon, sigh. I do not sit at the bar because my boyfriend ALWAYS orders some fresh sushi. So, the place has a sushi boat but... you never know how long that sushi with raw salmon's been out so better safe than sorry, folks. And, order the goddamn Queen Roll. It's mouthwatering and orgasmic.

    (4)

  • brian b.

    This place and the one in Sacramento are two different places, the atmosphere here really different catering to the nearby university. The area was pretty intresting, it was like a small town. the food was quite enjoyable but the service was so-so, didnt really get much help. I just started grabbing stuff from the belt, but my time here was fairly short so i couldn't fully indulge myself

    (3)

  • Dan A.

    I moved 80 miles away and I still go here and here only for sushi. Cant be beat!

    (5)

  • Chris D.

    Not a bad place for a sushi buffet. I like the fact that you could request anything to be made fresh although they had little boats coming around of all the pre made ones already. I didnt really touch the ones floating around on the boats because they looked like they have been sitting afloat for days... Even if it meant that i had to wait a while to get my order, i waited. The price wasnt bad either. @$12.95, how could you complain for a buffet of sushi!? they even fry the bananas for desert for you. I wouldn't mind returning here... as long as i dont have to wait that long.

    (3)

  • Diesel K.

    1. Service - good 'and' bad - The guy made me CRY! The female servers were very nice to us, but when I ordered to a guy at the sushi bar, I was ALMOST GOING TO CRRRRY. I was just wondering if they got Shiro Maguro sashimi, so I asked very genteelly. But then the angry-looking sushi helper guy just almost yelled at me. Me : "you guys have Shiro Maguro?" The guy : (with a "very annoying face") "WHATT?" Me : "Um..you guys have Shiro Maguro? It's Tuna but the white one." The guy : *(@$&@*%&)(#%*#%^ (saying Thai or something) I was really shamed on myself for some reason, and I still don't know why he behaved like that. But the Only bad thing was him, not the other servers. They were very nice. 2. Food - The taste was good, but the Rock?? Almost every foods were very good, but the thing is this; I chewed some crushed rock or something in my Miso soup. I had NO CLUE why that was into the Miso soup, but I did really. 3. ETC - The Flies were EVERYWHERE even on my dished. The owner should really concern about the Flies. I mean, LITERALLY the flies were EVERYWHERE!!! I didn't eat the foods sitting on a toilet I SWEARR.

    (3)

  • Jenni D.

    Everyone that I know loves this place - unfortunately for them, I do not! The last three times I ate there, I got terrible stomach problems that left me immobile for hours, and this wasn't even due to hangovers!! I have not eaten here in years due to this issue, and unless you have a strong stomach I wouldn't suggest that you check it out.

    (1)

  • Christopher L.

    TLDR: - Grossly overrated. Here's to overfishing to please the crowds.

    (1)

  • Spencer H.

    4 Stars because this was the premier spot for Sushi back in the day. In 2004, this place was amazing but I feel that they started cutting corners and tried to reduce costs. Most of their sashimi was frozen and had ice still with it. It was pretty awful. Other than that, their rolls are orgasmic and huge. It is really hard to beat an all you can eat sushi buffet for only 16 bucks. Too bad it wasn't the 7.95 I was accustomed to a few years back. I guess good things will come to an end eventually =(

    (4)

  • Andrew N.

    Hecka good sushi! I love the unagi here, and because of this place, unagi is my favorite sushi of allll time. I highly recommend going here whenever you're in town (ifyou're a UCD student, go no more than once a month or else you'll lose interest in this place). I went here with my girlfriend and two of our other friends. We ended up paying $12.95 on a lunch special, which is the best deal I've ever heard of. All you can eat, well-tasting sushi for price that can't be beat anywhere else. The dragon roll is a large plate, so make sure you're going to share it with a bunch of other people. Definitely at least 4 stars.

    (4)

  • Sheila Y.

    It's really cheap to dine here which is great if your on a college budget. Which this place does caters to. My friends and i went during their lunch buffet and it was good experience- we were really full afterward. Anyways, food was alright...not the freshest seafood in the world but what you can you expect when your only paying $14 a head including tax. The seaweed was ridiculously hard to chew. I mean REALLY HARD! I didn't really like reaching over people at the bar just to get food i felt that it was rude. And i especially didn't like how the servers didn't clean up after our table until we left so i felt like it was just a pile of crap on out table while we were eating.

    (3)

  • Wen T.

    You know how sometimes people will say the name of a particular restaurant, and your stomach will violently react to it? Yeah, I think Fuji's is that restaurant for me. It was my first time going to a sushi buffet, and I suspect that it might be my last. Everything was fishy, but not in a good way at all. In a "I'm suspicious of this foul smelling fish" way. And while I was debating whether I should swallow down the frozen sashimi or not, for fear of being charged extra for not finishing food, a little friendly cockroach climbed down the wall and advised me not to. Thank you, Mr. Cockroach. And no thanks to the waiter that smoothly dumped water all over my table, missing my glass by nearly a mile. I paid, left, and I believe I'll be crying to my toilet for the rest of the night.

    (1)

  • Palak K.

    Definitely one of the hotspots in Davis. No matter what day of the week you go, be prepared to wait in line up to half an hour to get seated for their All-You-Can-Eat Lunch Buffet. Delicious sushi. Lots of options/variety for vegetarians...I always get the: Veggie Tempura Dragon Roll, Chef's specialty, made with antennas and all. Love the presentation and the taste. I'm also a fan of eating at the bar, so that the boats keep floating by with lots of fun little rolls, salads, edamame, and fresh/juicy orange wedges. LOVE IT!

    (4)

  • Haoyang Z.

    This is a very nice Japanese food place. High quality food with very reasonable price. Service is ok but I don't mind. I highly recommend this place.

    (5)

  • Michael C.

    As far as sushi buffets go, this one is pretty legit. With that said, a buffet is still a buffet, and anytime food is made in such mass quantities, quality inevitably suffers. The wait time was around 10 minutes (on a Saturday night!), but a 10 minute wait for a buffet is trivial. At $17.95(?) per person, this place is a steal. You could eat just sashimi and make it "worth it" in 2 plates. Sushi boat places to me are inherently sketchy. Who knows how long the food has been floating around in those novelty boats? Stick to ordering from the chefs that stand behind the sushi "river." Your food will be more fresh, and that's where all the "big money" items (tempura, sashimi, hand rolls, rolls) are anyways. On the sushi boats there are some items that are decent (MSG wings, short ribs, fried bananas) but mostly meeeeh. The handrolls are on the skimpy side, but that just means you have to eat a few more. The sashimi is not bad for being served in such large quantities, and they certainly don't skimp on portions. All in all, this is a great place if you have a craving for a shit-ton of sushi. If you just crave SUSHI, go to a regular place, and you'll probably feel less disgusting afterwards. Great place, and certainly worth going to if you're in the area.

    (4)

  • Stephanie T.

    One of the many sushi buffets in Davis. Every student you meet has more than likely dined at this establishment, and they will rave that it is the best sushi you will ever have. IMO, for a buffet, it's decent. I wouldn't find myself here every week (maybe once every few months). The place can and WILL get super busy. I remember waiting with my boyfriend for a table for 30-40 minutes during the massive dinner rush. Once you sit, it's hard to flag down a server. They'll seat you, take your drink order, then leave. Now, on to the ordering and food and whatnot. There's a sushi bar where little plates of sushi float atop little boats in addition to 3 "stations" (one for ordering fried food, another for sushi, and i forgot what the other was). As with any buffet, the sushi rolls get cold because they've been sitting out. But this place is probably a little too cold, even right after they make it. The fish they use is pretty much FROZEN with ice still. The one thing I probably don't mind eating is the fried oysters. At least those were decent. Even if the food is mediocre, you have to at least come once. Just to say that you've tried it. Everyone in this town pretty much has.

    (3)

  • Claudia W.

    This place used to be good. I used to enjoy the food here as a freshman. Then the prices started increasing and the quality of the sushi, by some inverse relationship, got worse. I like my raw fish to be very fresh and of good quality. If you enjoy lots of sauce with your sushi then maybe this is the place for you. The last time I went, I saw a cockroach crawling around on one of the boats. Since then I have absolutely refused to eat here. I tell all of my friends to steer clear of Fuji!

    (1)

  • Sandy T.

    +1 star for taking my groupie late (after hours for lunch) +1 star for cheap buffet prices -3 stars for lack of display of and taste in rolls/sashimi. The rolls here are not authentic to my liking. The chefs are obviously Chinese who doesn't really know h

    (2)

  • Eric F.

    Fuji's biggest downfall is its inconsistency. The sushi isn't bad for a buffet on some days, but the fish has tasted icy and slimy on at least a couple occasions. If you just wanna gorge on mediocre sushi, just go to Davis Sushi buffet and at least avoid the line.

    (2)

  • Ruth H.

    This place is definitely a very popular place to go with friends. However I find the sushi is just average for the price of $20. There is a lot of variety and the sesame balls filled with red bean are particularly good. You can order large plates of sashimi and sushi rolls. The rolls are usually pretty good but the sashimi could be fresher. Then again, you can't expect too much for the quality of sashimi at a buffet.

    (3)

  • Harrybobo L.

    Three and one half stars The first time I came here several years ago was special and definitely exotic and a new concept among diners; AYCE sushi. Woo-hoo! At that time they offered all types of creative sushi and fried food offerings and the place was packed with UC Davis students. There was a line outside the door. Pandemonium ensued.. Not a whole lot has changed in ten years except the quality of the sushi and the lack of service. There was at least a twenty minute wait even though there were empty tables. They stayed empty for fifteen minutes to wait for the bus boy to clear them. There were other employees running around taking drink orders and dropping the check but they each had their own duties with no crossover skills. At least two other parties tried to take our table when my name was called; everyone was tired of waiting their turn and eager to take advantage of the feast. Finally seated we waited for someone to take out drink orders. After that everyone is on their own to make the dash to the sushi bar and help themselves and/or place their orders for sashim, tempura and/or fried oysters (no raw ones are available). Most of the dishes on the sushi boat; dragon rolls, unagi, salmon and ebi nigiri, edamame and tekka maki rolls don't look very appetizing. Best to order fresh hand rolls and nigiri maguro and hamachi and better yet sashimi. Service is non-existent so you gotta get and wait for everything yourself. Just a baby step above Davis Sushi Buffet around the corner for quality of fish and ambience.

    (3)

  • Stephanie B.

    This place is pretty good for a sushi Buffet. A bunch of us went here exactly at 5PM (when they reopen for the night) and the "sushi bar" seats (where the sushi floats by) were full! If you get seated at the normal tables you are suppose to walk over to the end of the sushi boat river (hehe) and just grab them as they pass by. I felt bad for the people at the actual sushi bar because there would be a line forming behind them and people just hovering over their shoulders. You can also order from the menu to get an actual full sized roll and other items. Although, we only saw the waiter once... at the beginning when he seated us. The sushi was alright... not the best quality out there. My main thing was that most of the sushi was topped with some teriyaki sauce that, to me, tasted horrible. I couldn't get over the taste in my mouth. The line would just get ridiculous at times. Everyone just waiting until the right sushi floated by... If you do end up trying this place out, go early or (if you can) make reservations. The line to get in was going out the door when we left, Crazy!!

    (3)

  • Feelred Z.

    Great Sushi, Great Deal the only reason i gave it a 4 is cause we didnt get to sit at the bar area so we had to get up and get our sushi but i didnt really mind the only thing that bothered me about sitting at the tables instead of the bar was that if you wanted to order something off the menu you had to shout it at the chef over hella ppl eating at the bar area and then awkwardly grab it on a high platform hoping your 2 spicy temakis dont drop onto the hot college girl...sigh..

    (4)

  • Peter W.

    This is not a place take your GF for 1st date, a lot of kids running around and people talk loudly. Long lines during the weekend, but you are seated fairly quickly. Sushi quality is above average and staff prepares your order in less than 3 min. Great place to grab a quick bite if you are already very hungry.

    (4)

  • Angela S.

    We stopped by after a long day of white water rafting and it filled my growling stomach. We didn't get here until 8 so we only had an hour to stuff ourselves. It's kinda weird that we have to get up and order at the kitchen. I was hovering and waiting around the sushi boats- sorry everyone sitting at the bar/boat area! Pretty tasty and a great price.

    (3)

  • Cameron A.

    I've paid a lot more for a lot less. Great AYCE atmosphere, if you're looking fo a fancy, quiet, expensive, elitist, sushi experience then this is NOT the place for you. If you're looking for a delicious AYCE sushi experience then this IS the place for you.

    (4)

  • Karen H.

    This place is alright for a sushi buffet. I find nothing special about this place. Sushi is decent and service is okay. The only reason why I come to this place is because of the sashmi. If you are a salmon sashmi person and just want salmon sashmi this is the place for you because the price is affordable.

    (3)

  • Daniel R.

    Fuji's is definitely a value compared to other revolving sushi joints I've been to, especially considering it's around $13 for lunch. Other sushi places like this with the same quality sushi (which is all right, not the best) that I've been to such as one in Irvine, you pay $2 a plate for two pieces of sushi that's been on a conveyer belt for over a good 2 hours, definitely not worth it. This place is great for college students craving sushi, just make sure your stomach is completely empty so you make it REALLY worth it. & the fried banana tempura is DELICIOUS!

    (4)

  • Judy H.

    5 stars because I can get whatever I want and as much as I want! I used to be a regular here back when I was an undergrad at UCD. But now that I'm in the bay, I only trek back here everyone once in awhile. Chef Smiley Man (the buzzed cut man that, well, smiles a lot) always gives great service with a smile. I can ask him for any roll, fried goodness (fried oysters, shrimp, softshell crab, etc), and randomness (ummm....more jellyfish in a large bowl please), and of course....I'm known as the "Salmon Sashimi Girl" as the chefs know me. Although it might not be the best quality, where else can I go to get sushi buffet, relatively cheap eats, and great service with a smile?

    (5)

  • Charlie H.

    Came here with couple of my friends after a snowboard trip. The food here overall is pretty good $17.95 all you eat sushi. This place is always packed so you want to come here before the dinner rush.

    (3)

  • Kathy L.

    Bf and I drove all the way from OAKLAND to eat here. Now that's serious eats. All-you-can-eat sushi buffet for less than $15 at dinner? Get out. We're used to forking over ~$35 for sushi buffet in the East Bay. Sushi comes out on the conveyor belt on little boats and you just grab what you want. You can also order especially from the chefs, including hot dishes like soft-shell crab, fried bananas, etc. Not the BEST sushi you'll ever eat (what do you expect for the price?) but you leave STUFFED and HAPPY. Doubt we'll make the trek out again but if we're ever in the area, definitely hitting this place up again.

    (4)

  • Amanda M.

    Best sushi buffet in town hands down! The quality is excellent and the service is great! It can get crowded when busy but it's worth the wait! Get the Y2K roll! Spicy crab perfection!

    (5)

  • S. R. L.

    I first learned of this restaurant when my son was attending UC Davis. I wanted sushi and he said this one was the best they had in Davis. I took the family and we enjoyed every minute we were there. The food was great and you can choose from the sushi boats or order directly from the chefs. Anything on or off the menu is yours for the asking. The best part is, everything is very good and made to order. Ask for a plate of mixed sashimi and it is quickly sliced and handed to you! Fried oysters or bananas? No problem. Just ask and into the oil they go and they're delivered to you piping hot! I love the "made fresh for you" idea which you don't get at other sushi buffets. There's nothing else like sitting at the sushi bar, the boats floating by and just taking whatever makes you happy at that moment. Needless to say, we go back there whenever we are in town and have the urge.

    (5)

  • Heidi B.

    we went there and was very disappointed!! fish were not fresh, service sucked even though there werent too many people there, and gnats flies flying all over the food!! the restroom was disgusting! for a japanese food place, it was awful! japanese are suppossed to be clean and great customer service! i give only 1 star just for the amount of items on the menu and price.

    (1)

  • Lauretta L.

    For such a cheap sushi AND sashimi buffet, I was expecting...well, you know. But no, the food was actually pretty darn good for only $13! They even had fried soft shell crab and were pretty generous with the sashimi. I didn't know they even had sashimi so I wasn't eating the rice off my sushi until they got mad at me and gave me a plate of sashimi. Oops.

    (4)

  • John L.

    Great food, Soft shell crab and the ahi tuna is excellent.

    (4)

  • Faye F.

    I love this place! This place was my very first AYCE sushi experience and I love coming here when I'm nearby. The only downside is the wait. The wait can be VERY VERY LONG, especially when you have a large group. Sometimes, we'll even opt to split tables just so we could get seated right away. I love asking for softshell crab and their FRIED BANANAS. om nom nom. Such a great deal for lunch and dinner especially since it's ALL YOU CAN EAT! you definitely need to pace yourself if you're going to get your money's worth, which can be done since it's pretty cheap than going to a regular sushi roll and paying $20 for 2 rolls. But, alas, I believe the Elk Grove location has surpassed this one.

    (4)

  • Nancy L.

    21.50 total for all you can eat sushi - rolls , appetizers, sashimi, sushi. Holy crapppp!!! Yes!' tea and soda included!

    (4)

  • Patrick J.

    Pretty good place. I have been here over 5 times now, and now that the excitement has worn off, I can say this place is very decent. At first, I thought it was excellent, and for the price, it is good. Price: Lunch for $13, Dinner for 17$, Lunch is a grab What to get: CHICKEN WINGS!!!! I know this place is considered a sushi place, but man those wings hit the spot!. Also, if you want to get your plate count up without getting full, get the oranges. Impress your buds or the ladies sitting next to you with your 25 plate stack. Soft shell crab, salmon sashimi, and dragon rolls are all very good as well. It used to be very crowded and a long wait, but now that many sushi places have opened up around davis, it is never too bad.

    (3)

  • Patrick B.

    I'll admit it, it's not the best sushi buffet I've been to. But, for the price, even at dinner time, I was pretty satisfied with what we've got. Quality is okay, I've had better at sushi buffets and other sushi bars, but I'll say it's better than most other places. Love the soft sell crab, and absolutely love how you can order slabs of sashimi and loads of rolls. Only thing I didn't like was the nature o how much rice was packed in a roll or nigiri. It's a little too much frice, but I understand the reasons behind it, being a buffet and all. Definitely recommend this place, even though I came all the way from Berkeley.

    (5)

  • Loren John B.

    So this was my first time at an AYCE sushi joint in boat format. Not bad for $16.95 for dinner considering its much cheaper than Sushi 85 in Mountain View. I highly suggest that you ask the chefs to make your rolls then and there because some of the food that were on the boats seemed like they've been sitting there for hours, thus reducing its quality by the moment. This is also the first place where I've had AYCE sashimi. The salmon and red snapper are delicious. However, as good as the smoked salmon was, I'd only get it once because the flavor got old with me fast. They have stations where you can order fried appetizers and desserts too, so in terms of quantity in the menu, this place is way better than Sushi 85. I highly recommend asking the chefs to make fried bananas for you. So gooey yet delicious. I guess the reason I'm only giving it 3 stars is because I was too excited/overwhelmed and picked up the sushi from the boats. Since the quality wasn't as good, it kinda put a damper on Fuji's rating from me. If I come back here again, I'll be sure to ask the chefs to make the rolls for me. 3 stars for now.

    (3)

  • William D.

    Yeah as almost everyone else I started coming here about 10 years ago when it was 7 bucks during the weekday for all you can eat sushi. It's still one of the best deals around. They make california rolls, dragon rolls, rainbow rolls, basically anything on top of a california roll. Also you can ask the chef's for a plate full of sashimi as well as soft shell crab and they always get really sweet oranges so that after you're done you can eat some fruit. Rumor has it they sold the place and b/c the same chefs that had been around for 10+ years no longer serve there. Still all in all it's a pretty good deal for all you can eat :)

    (4)

  • Derek m.

    This is what sushi dreams are made from. Its unlimited sushi for an affordable price, and dang good sushi at that! They have a menu, in case the bar is full, for you to look at and choose from. If your looking to pig out with your friends or special someone without spending an arm and a leg, then this is the place. :)

    (5)

  • Ngan T.

    I really don't like the idea of circulating sushi where anyone has the right to grab or put anything back. I think it is filthy and disturbing. Also, this method allows the chefs to make rolls in mass quantities that leave sushi sitting and circulating for a long time. Service: Service here was pretty good. Refilled my water promptly and removed finished plates fairly quickly. Food: The sushi rolls here were pretty good, but didn't hit the spot. I tried my hardest to avoid the old rolls but sometimes you just have to eat what's there. The $1.50 extra for miso soup is bogus!! It's just water and powder anyways! Sashimi was really good, good texture and taste. I gave it 3 stars because of the circulating sushi and $1.50 charge for miso soup. The food was pretty good but you won't be running back. Pricing was also reasonable.

    (3)

  • Will O.

    Sushi buffet at its finest. The only bad part is the wait. Cant beat the price. You cant find a better deal.. anywhere. Its always $20-25 in other places but here its $15 and you're stuffed. Service: B+ Food: A Cleanliness: B Atmosphere: B+

    (5)

  • Kim T. N.

    This is a pretty good place! I've had sushi at buffets before, but my first one in Davis. Some of the fried stuff is really really oily. Like I had on Vaseline or something. I wish there were more on the boats to choose from instead of having to order, but whatever. It's cool. It tastes good. And it's cheap. :) There was this one tile on the floor that was sticking out and I almost tripped!! Not cool.

    (4)

  • Minette C.

    Ta da! My first 5 star review - and I decided to give it to Fuji's because after all these years, the price has not changed - despite harsh financial times and it never disappoints. You can order anything on the menu and they come out at lightening speed. The food has been deemed as mediocre, but for the price and the variety... it's a pretty darn good deal. We stop here, every chance we get when passing Davis.

    (5)

  • jane f.

    We've been looking for a decent restaurant on our frequent trips between SF and South Lake Tahoe. We're tired of the same Vacaville stops. My brother in law was pretty optimistic when his friend raved about this place. I was a bit hesitant after reading some of the reviews and peeking in from the window. It was 4:25 pm., Sunday, President's Weekend. The staff were recovering from the lunch crowd, I guess. They were playing mahjong and the employees' kids were bored but waiting around. One rolled around on the dirty floor. My Japanese husband was quite negative, pointing out that the staff was eating KFC. He gave in trying to persuade us. I should have sided with him as I watch the staff clean the eaten chicken bones off the tables with a single wipe of a rag. Heck, we waited 1/2 hour. I'm not moving. Jay said it is really good. This is a Chinese sushi "All you can eat" place. We followed the recommendations and felt lucky that we were able to sit at the bar... until people suddenly came up behind us and were reaching for food on a glass shelf above us and behind us to get at the boats. What's going on? A crowd form behind and next to us. Then we found out if we wanted anything that did not come by boat, we had to stand up and repeatedly ask the sushi chefs... I hate this... especially, it's kind of noisy in this place... I have to yell out for my food. Is this Chinatown deli take out? For anything non-sushi, people have to go line up and order at the end of each side of the bar and wait. Guess where I was sitting. At the very end...I finally stood up and lined up after the crowd cleared enough for me to push my chair back and stand up. It was a long wait because they take orders from 1 or 2 people in front of you at a time and then they had to wait and get their food before you inch up in the line. The crowd reaching over were from the tables. They came to get their food. There is no tray for them so they have to come several times to get whatever they can balance of the little dishes. OK, the soft shell crab was generous and tasty. But that batter was the same greasy batter on the fried shrimp, fried oysters, fried bananas, fried chicken.... After a few items, the oil...the same taste... It got gross. The oil was so heavy. We finished eating at 5:45 and it's after 11:30 pm. and I can still feel and taste the food. The sushi was generous but the same stuff... lower grade sushi fish, lots of mayo rolls with fake crab, dense rice.... covered with a mayo-based sauce topping. 5 adults, 2 kids, $128+.... We would have enjoyed ourselves more if we went to a decent restaurant and ordered less and had better quality food. The kids wouldn't even finish the egg roll after one bite. One protested when bad me threatened not to share my angry bird game on my phone until he finished it. At least, eat SOMETHING. He did eat 2 of the little sesame balls but only after none of us were willing to eat the second one. Our excuse for rejecting it was that he handled it with his bare hands while trying to get one of us to take it off his hands. Actually, we were too greased to eat anything more. The teenager in our group stopped after 20 minutes of eating. That says it all. I'm usually nervous going out with him to sushi boat places. He normally has 10+ plates in front of him when we go to sushi boats and that's after reminders to practice restraint. This might have been a better restaurant at one time by looking at the older reviews. It is now kind of dirty. The floors, walls are dusty, greasy, and not well cleaned. This is not a Japanese restaurant. It was definitely not worth the several thousand calories that each of us ate.

    (1)

  • Lena L.

    You should already know the deal with buffets. Cheap, yes...but the quality, ehh... Don't arrive to Fuji's right at opening; otherwise people are going to point, laugh and call you a newbie. There is always a super thick line! Totally not worth waiting in line, in my opinion. I usually show up around 1PM and it's not that bad. Our wait, at the longest, would be 10 minutes. I don't have any personal favorites here. All the sushi tastes the same to me. I rate this place an "A-OK," because I don't dislike anything about this place...but I don't really like anything neither. It's cheap for a sushi buffet, yes...but the quality of the food is not that great. Whatever, if you come to Davis...you have to come to Fuji's because it's like a Davis-visiting-ritual or something for visitors. Oh yeah, if you like Sashimi...you'd definitely get your money's worth! I don't eat that shit, so... yeah.

    (3)

  • Jonathan A.

    Went out here for my birthday, and as usual I wasn't disappointed. I've been here a few times in the past, and I'd sit at the bar every time. This time I around we ended up getting seats at a table. I was a little worried that it'd be a bit more difficult to get food this way, but we had no problem getting our fill of sushi on a busy Friday afternoon. I ended up eating a ton of food (which I always do at buffets)! The nigiri and california rolls were satisfying as expected, and the specialty items like the Davis Roll and the Dragon Roll were awesome! I also had my share of tasty random eats like the shrimp tempura, fried soft-shell crab, fried cream cheese wontons, and the sesame balls. And of course, a trip to Fuji's wouldn't be complete without an order of fried bananas, which were fantastic. All-in-all, it's a great buffet with a great selection of eats. It's not a place I would eat at TOO often because of all the unhealthy fried foods... but everything tasted pretty damn good! I'll definitely be back again for sure.

    (4)

  • tandy w.

    I don't eat seafood and I still come here when I visit the Davis area. They have a nice selection of non seafood items and I do like that you can order items from the table and have it brought out fresh. For about 13 bucks a person, this is a pretty decent deal. Lines can get veryyyy lone, espcially if you have more than 4 people. FYI...they can fry almost anything for you =D

    (4)

  • Herbert S.

    You would think from the endless line that surrounds this place every afternoon that this plac would be gods gift to sushi. I mean, hundreds of students can't be wrong...can they? Well, it seems that I'm never trusting students with my sushi again, (or pizza for that matter). While Fuji's isn't the absolute worst in Davis, it's close. When even the Co-op has fresher and tastier sushi than you do, you know something is wrong. Not only is it crowded and noisy, but the sushi all has that stale taste as if it has been sitting a little too long.

    (2)

  • S. K.

    This place has been upping their prices since forever. It's worth it if you really eat your money's worth. The trick is to avoid the "garbage" floating in the sushi boats and order the real food. Stuff to order are sashimi, soft shell crab, giant rolls, salmon teriyaki (just to name a few). It's also kind of hard communicating special requests to the chefs because I don't think they understand English that well. But overall, I come here for all-you-can-eat salmon sashimi :)

    (3)

  • Katherine B.

    This place was definitely hyped up by people who went to UC Davis... I had been looking forward to going to Fuji's for a while now... but never was able to catch it on the right day/time; since I live in the bay area, and didn't think a simple restaurant would justify driving an hour. The service was apt. Nothing to complain about, nothing really to applaud. The sushi was alright, about the same remarks as the service. When we asked for sashimi though, they definitely gave us huge huge portions. However, I went to the back to try to use the restroom, (I say try, because I wasn't successful, it sounded like there was a mother with 2-3 kids in there screaming....) and I happened to be waiting next to a garbage can. In the garbage can, I spotted 2 large empty boxes of "economy frozen shrimp" ... definitely opposite of fresh. I guess I wouldn't really expect anything different, but just the fact that it was confirmed on my unsuccessful way to the bathroom... haha... Also, they were desperately trying to unclog the Men's bathroom... and some guy who came in later yelled "Just put a sign that says --out of order!" I don't think I'd try to come back to this place, but if I were in the area, and there was no line, I'd maybe go in again~

    (3)

  • Ken F.

    If things weren't clear from other reviewers, this is not a place you go to for a normal sit-down meal. Yes, this place is open for dinner and yes, you can eat buffet-style at dinner for an inflated price. But the real and only allure of this establishment is attending the all-you-can-eat buffet at lunch time. Come here for any other reason and you've already squandered your money on substandard food at unreasonable prices. I've made this mistake before, and the results are reflected in my scoring. That said, if you're going to eat at a sushi buffet in Davis, this is probably the best. There are a number of other options in town (two within 100 feet even) but Fuji has the largest capacity, largest variety, and cheapest deal considering the food presented. The food itself is of varying qualities. Most of the rolls are made hastily, so if it bothers you if your sushi falls apart, you'd probably be better off avoiding Fuji's buffet. The fish used is remarkably poor, but to expect anything else from all-you-can-eat place is naive. If you do come here on a weekend, especially when school is in session, expect to wait over an hour before you can start eating. For me, this severely cuts into Fuji's limited appeal. Eating at Fuji's is the ultimate value-proposition. For many, the price is right considering all the factors. For me, it isn't. If you aren't pathologically snobby about your Japanese food like I am, Fuji's is probably worth checking out at least once, if only to see what the fuss is all about.

    (1)

  • wane a.

    So I understand this place is cheap and all you can eat for $17 but everything here is gross. The selection is small, it's nothing but fried sushi and other fried stuff. The quality is horrible and service is bad. I'm pretty sure they serve the lowest grade sushi out there. The sashimi is cut poorly and not fresh at all. I guess if your stuck living in Davis, this place will do. But to an outsider, totally not worth it at all. I rather pay a little more and get really good sushi. Lesson learned: you get what you pay.

    (1)

  • Anthony W.

    Am I the only person who is disturbed by the thought of just how long those fish have been floating around in those boats? Just me? Man... I don't pretend to be an expert on this kind of thing, but it's dreadfully obvious that the sushi here isn't very fresh. And unless you're sitting at the bar, you'll be hard pressed to get what you want. I once ordered a Lion King and found out it had been snatched away from me due to the fact that I'd taken a seat at a table. I was tempted to grab a bar of my own and give that thief of a bar-sitter a piece of my mind, but that's a different story. What the owners and workers probably consider it's greatest strength ironically turns out to be it's greatest downfall. As the most popular sushi destination in Davis, the crowding ruins what could be a very positive experience, drowning out the quality of the food in favor of sheer speed of output. When you have to cater to this many people, you aren't going to be too concerned with putting quality work in your art. You're just a machine, pushing out order after order.

    (2)

  • Wendy P.

    The pricing for the all you can eat is the cheapest I've ever seen. I like how they have the boats floating by & if you don't want any of those, you can order what you want on the menu. They have a large variety :) The only complaint I have is that it's so far from where I live. It sucks having food coma on the drive back. I hope they'll have a closer location soon!

    (4)

  • Jonas T.

    If you come, make sure to come during the school season - The selection is so much greater.. No need to be shy here .... anyone and everyone just goes up to any waiter or chef and requests for what they want, or just go to the sushi boat and take what they want. It's not the best sushi in the world but its fresh and cheap. You definitely get more than your money's worth for $16.95. JONASAPPROVED!

    (4)

  • David D.

    Been here a few times for dinner and once for the sushi buffet. I think we waited about 30-45 minutes on the weekend for the lunch buffet. The rolls that went around on the boats started to look the same after a while, but you can order whatever you want from the chefs. Good food for the price, and the quality of the fish is pretty decent. It gets very busy at times, so try to avoid coming here if you're starving because you might have to wait a bit. **edit 5/11/08** Came back here this weekend after many years. $12.95 for sushi buffet is definately worth it! and, you can order anything youre craving for from the chefs if you dont see it floating around on the little boats.

    (4)

  • Ben T.

    It's been at least a couple years since I last came here, and I remember it being 8.95 for lunch. Anyway, I was not disappointed to to come back. The sushi is still as fresh as I remember it, and for the price, it was very good. The soft shell crab was very good, as well as the plate of shrimp tempura. I was not impressed with their octopus though. I wanted it just as it was, not seasoned.

    (4)

  • Lame O.

    Great sushi bar. One of the few that allows you to order just sashimi if you want it. They are also pretty fast at making orders on request. I recommend going before 12 pm because it can get pretty crowded especially on the weekends. It will cost about $15 but you will definitely leave full. I've been there many times, and every once in a while they will run out of a certain fish (tuna today), so be prepared to explore other options if you run into this problem. Check your bill, we had an issue with an overcharge one time, I think it was an honest mistake though.

    (4)

  • Larry C.

    Fuji has been more than adequately reviewed for the variety, the quality and the taste of their food. We rate the food 4 stars. Having tried Fuji for the first time after accompanying our college bound daughter to Davis, we met incredibly friendly and helpful customers at Fuji. They gave us tips about what's their favorite, what's new, what to try. From our small sample it appears all of them are regulars, at least twice to three times a week. We rate the loyal customers 5 stars. The staff at Fuji are also incredibly friendly and helpful. They will make any food at our request, even variations from the very extensive menu. These hard working employees get 6 stars. We will be back!!

    (5)

  • Robert T.

    The price is good for the what you get here. The fish is pretty good. To me the only reason I didn't give them 5 stars is the cleanliness and presentation of the place. Seems like they are all about volume and they don't care about how they present the food to you. If you looking for a good deal with decent quality of fish then come here. If you want some place clean and fancy forget this place.

    (4)

  • Jesse B.

    I recently went here for the first time a couple of weeks ago with a few friends. We got there about 20 minutes before lunch ended, and was worried that we wouldn't be seated. However, they said as long as we were in there, we would still be served, even past the 2pm cutoff. Service was excellent, Quality was great, and the speed that the rolls/orders came out was exceptional. It was definitely a good experience for my first time and I would definitely go back. If only Fuji's would be like Davis and allow the birthday goer a free lunch with a party of 6+

    (5)

  • Reena P.

    For the record: I HATE BUFFETS. On the flipside however, Fuji is a decent sushi joint with decent sushi at decent prices. It's a hot spot for sushi fans in Davis so you have to be careful about times/dates (i.e., lunch any day of the week). The lines can be outrageous. The set-up of the actual restaurant is kind of awkward - especially if you're not at the sushi bar itself. I just feel bad about pushing my way between chairs to be like OK, can I have this plate please? Either way, the rolls are average but for the price you pay and the amount you get, it's really good. It's not the first place I'll jump to for sushi but I wouldn't mind stopping in on a slower day.

    (3)

  • Veronica S.

    This is food? edible food? This would be ok for my kitty...she loves tuna. Not for me though. I feel like they just buy fish at Costco or supermarkets and cut it to make it look like sushi. It doesn't taste nor look like real sushi to me.

    (1)

  • Samantha L.

    Fuji used to be THE sushi spot in Davis, but it's so sad to see it go downhill so rapidly. We waited a long while to be seated, and again later to pay, because they were so understaffed. The staff's kids were running around the restaurant... they're very cute but also disruptive, and I don't think they should be playing in the water or touching the boats. The woman bussing tables sloshed water all over the place as she pushed the cart about the restaurant... splashed some on me. They've replaced their classy, Japanese cups with random mugs... I think mine was a red Christmas one with cats. The prices have raised a LOT! $18 for the dinner buffet?!?! Sadly, they've sloppily painted over the old prices on the wall, broadcasting that they've raised the prices, but the money isn't translating to simple things like a new sign... or a sneeze guard that isn't held together by duct tape. I know frugality and poor service doesn't necessarily translate to bad food... and the food was pretty good. Tempura was very fresh. But when it comes to a food like sushi, which can be hazardous if not prepared with care, I want to see care taken all over the restaurant. You'll find us at Sushi Nobu... cheaper prices and much better service.

    (2)

  • Amy T.

    There is now one in Elk Grove! It is much better than the davis one in my opinion.

    (5)

  • Liz L.

    I remember coming here while I was still a student at UCD... we used to come here in groups and stuff our faces with all all-you-can-eat sushi buffet here during the weekends which was about $12... then afterwards I also remembered getting a big stomach ache and food coma later... You have to come early to put your name on a list and then there was also this long line that formed outside of the restaurant.. this place is always packed during lunch time for the buffet... but of course the sushi here is not that great... but hey its all you can eat.. what else would you expect? Good thing is that you can order whatever you want from the sushi chefs and endless plates of salmon sashimi.. mmmmmm... but don't be too greedy.. or else they'll charge you for the leftovers...

    (3)

  • M. L.

    My friend originally told me about this place cause I used to go Masu a lot in San Mateo which was also an all you can eat sushi place. After eating at Fujis, this was probably about 10 times better. Here you can just keep getting more and more sushi for only $12 and the dinner buffet is only $16! The food is pretty good, I'm glad they have other stuff than sushi though. I think the shrimp tempura is was the best. They gave 7 pieces per order and they have it ready in the back already. The wait was really long though. We got there around 11:30 or so and got seated around 12:45. Parking is pretty easy to find. But if you're close to this location for visiting or going to school at davis, this is a must once in a while =]

    (4)

  • Vincent K.

    Still my favorite all you can eat sushi spot to go to in the whole wide world. I was a little displeased that they stopped serving so early, but I can understand since we were one of the last ones there. For $16, it was definitely worth it. AND THEY HAve Kalbi and chicken wings now too! how awesome is that. As usual, I get my favorite...sashimi, couple of rolls, soft shelled crab, tempura, and oranges. my o my, where do they get these oranges from.

    (5)

  • Valerie B.

    We have been coming here for years and we love it! It always satisfies our sushi craving. The prices have gone up over the years, but that's just how it goes. It's usually a college crowd but they're all nice kids. We've been to Fuji's while it was under the previous owner and also with their current owner. The new owners are wonderful and always remember their frequent flier customers :) They have made new changes to the decor, which was really nice. They're a lovely couple and really show their appreciation for coming to their restaurant. They also added new things to the menu which was great too. The staff is great as well. Fuji's can get quite hectic but they're always so nice. It's cool to see the owner get in there too. She'll often lend a hand and serve drinks and clean tables right alongside the waitstaff. The sushi chefs are great. Always ready to say hi and they remember our favorites too! Yes, we do go here ALOT. We love all of their rolls, haven't come across one we didn't like. My favorite is getting a Philly roll with Y2K topping on it. Yum! Their salmon skin handroll is also a personal fave. The fiance loves their sashimi and says it's always been fresh whenever he's ordered it. Whether you're here for lunch or dinner, I think you'll be satisfied. You get alot for the price of one roll at some of those fancy shmancy sushi places (and we have been to the nicer places and those are good as well, but sometimes, the craving is just for Fuji's). The sushi may not be super duper high quality, but it's good enough for the price. When we first started coming here, we would wait in line an hour before they opened! Now, we tend to go a little later, about an hour and half after they've opened and there's a hardly a wait. We definitely will be coming back. It's one of our faves.

    (5)

  • Irene C.

    I've never been to a sushi boat buffet before and I came in with high hopes and wide eyes. We were seated right away for a group of 6 (came here with a party of 14 and had to sit at separate tables). Overall, the sashimi was just okay and the rolls were decent (shrimp tempura tasted very pasty and salmon didn't have much flavor). I liked how the rolls weren't heavy on the rice, but the each sushi piece had a tendency to be not bite size so it made it a little messy to eat. I would come again because there's just so much variety! You can request a certain order and they will make it for you quickly or you can pick up a dish from the boats floating around. I guess it would be very awkward for people who are sitting at the sushi boat counter since everyone else in the restaurant is hovering over you waiting to pick up some sushi. In the end, we received our bills with gratuity tacked on (for a buffet restaurant is this typical?) and each persons cost was itemized (person who ordered a drink vs. person who only wanted water). I wish my belly wasn't so full when I got here or else I would have eaten and sampled more.

    (3)

  • Fontane L.

    demote...last few times have been downright disappointing in raw fish quality...

    (3)

  • Edmund Y.

    This place is the best all you can eat sushi for the price, for that, it gets 5 Stars! I know some people rate this place based on every single factor, but in my book, if you can offer pretty good food, at rock bottom prices, that earns them 5 stars! With the way the economy is going, everyone appreciates being able to get more for their money nowadays, and Fuji's is a place that delivers just that. I had heard about Fuji's from my friends who had gone to UC Davis, and they all raved about this place and how good it was. I had an opportunity to go to Fuji's for lunch, and boy was I not disappointed. Arriving at this restaurant for lunch, there was already plenty of people waiting in line, eager to indulge themselves in the buffet. The price for lunch time was about $12.95 per person, so for a total of 2 people and only having water, it can cost you no more than $30 to enjoy this buffet, a great price indeed! The layout of the restaurant is that of a typical sushi establishment. There is an area with tables throughout and then seats along the sushi bar with sushi boats floating by, where they have plates upon plates of sushi and an assortment of other dishes for you to grab. The service from the waiters/waitresses is average. Additionally, they have sushi chefs ready to take your order on any particular rolls you want. Even better, the chefs know the most popular rolls that most people want so they have them already prepared and laying out there for you to take. Near the back of the restaurant, is where you can order other dishes, my favorite being the Soft Shell Crab They bring those to you fresh & hot from the kitchen and you can go back and order as many as you like, to your heart's content. You can even order multiple quantities, and they will put it on for you in a bigger plate to carry back to your table, rather than ordering 1 order each time and walking back and forth. The sashimi, the salmon and the tuna were quite fresh and good quality for an all you can eat sushi restaurant. Even better, unlike some other all you can eat sushi places, they give you only sashimi and no RICE, when you ask for sashimi. Sashimi lovers can enjoy all the pure raw fish they want, with no rice in the way of filling up their tummies. I will definitely dine at this restaurant when I am back in the Davis area, the best sushi buffet for your money!

    (5)

  • Alexander M.

    It's okay, but then again, I was never "wow-ed" by the creativity and originality of the rolls here. Oh yeah, and if you sit at the sushi bar, prepare to have people reach over you to help themselves to food. I do like their dinner selection, but prepare to drop down $20 for yourself (includes tax & tip)

    (3)

  • Jeremy B.

    This place is sooo good. all the sushi u can eat for 12 doll hairs, you can go wrong. Not only that u can have them freshly make whatever you want is also a plus. I wish there was a place like this in Frisco cuz id be there all day. ahhaah

    (5)

  • John F.

    It's great with variety of selections and the food is TASTY! The service is also great and the staff is friendly. However the reason why I rate a 2 because I got food poisoned a couple times. Someone has left the mayo out for quite awhile causing illness and two work days lost. Without the food poison it would of been a 5 Star.

    (2)

  • Shar M.

    I love Fuji's! :) My friends and I come here for a number of reasons: 1. The price -- it's only $11-12. We're college students, so spending more than this on a meal is a definite no. 2. All you can eat lunch buffet -- you never leave hungry. 3. You're not just limited to sushi and sashimi. They offer other cooked foods including fried soft shell crab (so good), tempura, fried banana, sesame chicken, yakitori, etc. You have to plan to come here early, and also plan to be here for a while. We usually try to get to Fuji's around 10:30, even though they don't open until 11:30. I think they close for lunch buffet around 2 -- however, if your name is on the list before then, they will still seat you and you still get the lunch buffet price and experience. Since we're usually near the front of the line, we get seated right away when they open, but we don't leave until sometime after 12. The sushi isn't 5-star quality food, but you can't beat the price. At my favorite Japanese restaurant, I spend about $10.50 for a "special roll" (examples: Dragon Roll, Spider Roll, Rainbow Roll). When you come to Fuji's, you spend a little over that, and you can get all three of those I listed, and much more. And like I mentioned, you're not just limited to sushi. The hot foods are pretty good. They offer both shrimp and vegetable tempura (and also have the dipping sauce), and I like their sesame chicken. Also, soft shell crab! Very yum. When it comes to the sushi, they also offer hand rolls. Also, you can make requests. I haven't done it myself, but I've seen people say, "Can I have this, but with shrimp instead, and no sauce?" and they'll make one. Just a couple of things to note: the sushi rolls are big and packed with rice. If you plan to eat a lot of food while at Fuji's, pace yourself, and don't grab a lot of rolls in the beginning of the meal. Also, a lot of my friends have made the mistake of getting the oysters to find they were raw. So unless that's what you want, don't grab them. In groups, they don't split the checks. And the parking in the area is only 2-hours.

    (4)

  • Catherine O.

    Fuji's is sort of like the Hometown Buffet of Japanese food. You pay for a really cheap all you can eat meal, but it isn't necessarily superb quality. Perfect if you're a student on a low budget. For under $20 indulge yourself in all you can eat sushi (they also have non sushi items: ie teriyaki chicken, tempura, fried bananas, etc.). It's no where really near authentic, or the freshest fish ever, but it's not the worst you can get. It's a small place, so therefore it gets quite crowded on weekends. Expect to wait awhile for a table, unless you get in line at 10am and wait until they open. Sometimes it's just worth the wait being able to stuff your face until you explode :)

    (3)

  • Noe R.

    All you can eat sushi/sashimi for like 17 bucks?? Shit, I'm their. O wait its in Davis? Damn!! Although its a journey for me to get their, this spot is good. But don't expect to get good quality here though. This place prides themselves on quantity, not quality. Sushi rolls are mediocre and not too much of a variety. Sashimi pieces are not the best but are still good. They also have calamari, oysters, and other tempura dishes. If your in the area try it out, its worth it, but only if your a sashimi fan in my opinion.

    (4)

  • Jennifer W.

    We came here on an early Saturday night and there was no wait even throughout the time we ate, which is probably because of the higher dinner prices as opposed to lunch. The system here pretty good when it's at normal occupancy. You can grab whatever is on the rotating sushi boats and tell someone behind the counter for whatever you don't see. Miso soup, tea, and soda is included in the all you can eat set. The menu is pretty big. The Korean noodles on the menu is just jap chae, but it was pretty good. The short ribs are cold and don't have much meat on them. The teriyaki salmon was pretty good and not overcooked. The agedashi tofu is not really agedashi tofu. They're fried tofu cubes with no scallions or fried garlic or anything. The veggie tempura only has one of everything except the string green beans. Other than the green beans, it has eggplant, onion, carrot, and broccoli. They have nigiri here and the fish is pretty fresh since they have a lot of customers, but the rice is terrible. It was clumpy and rubbery. They have sashimi here too with the selection being salmon, tuna, hamachi, red snapper, tako, and unagi. They were all good and they give liberally with each order you ask for so this is where I got my money's worth. They're pretty fast with getting it to you too, so you don't have to stand there waiting for long. On one order though, the sashimi was badly cut and just totally wrong. The service is pretty good and fast. They also have large tables and flat screen television sets. The restroom is a single room each for males and females.

    (3)

  • chio c.

    This place really is, "Get what you pay for" to the very core. Its a low price for an unlimited amount of mediocre sushi at best. I always find myself coming back to Fuji's over and over only because of the great fame it has accumulated among students over the years. My fourth year in Davis now, and I find myself waiting in line like I was back in freshman year. This place really has an iconic feel to it.

    (3)

  • Will M.

    The Sushi quality here is very good for a buffet. I use to compete with my friends here to see who could stack up the most plates from eating. The sushi comes floating around in boats which can be frustrating if someone is positioned better than you - OoOo I want that spider-roll! WTF the person around the corner already took it! BASTARD! They also serve food other than sushi such as chinese bbq meats and raw oysters. The place is also CHEAP as hell! I still can't understand how the earn a profit.

    (4)

  • Joelle C.

    Latest news for me...the former owner of the fuji restaurant in this location sold it and moved his business to elk grove. Now, I don't have to drive all the way to Davis.

    (3)

  • Erick R.

    I'm not even sure how I got here. It was just one of those random moments in your life when you suddenly find yourself three hours away from home looking for a place to engorge yourself with mediocre food. And boy does this place deliver. The boundless fried soft-shell crabs, oysters, and squid are the choice dishes to get your money's worth. Which isn't hard as the dinner buffet only costs about $17. 4 stars because it's a cheap, sub-par sushi boat place and it knowingly embraces it. No trying to be something it's not. I respect that.

    (4)

  • Jackie S.

    The lunch buffet is decent for $15 (including tax and tip). You do have to stay in line early to enter during the first batch. I usually wait in line between 10-10:30am. The sushi is not bad. I like to eat the caterpillar, spider roll, and dragon rolls. The caterpillar roll is only good when avocado is also in the inside, since cucumber is normally on the inside. The salmon sashimi is a hit and miss; sometimes the fish is fresh and marbled. You can also request unagi and other raw fish in sashimi. I also like the food is not just filled with rice. I love to get plates of seaweed salad. The bf also orders soft shell crab, fried bananas, and anything fried. Just be sure that you are hungry or your stomach can handle all the food. I tried the bento box for dinner. it was a decent size as it came with salad, soup, tempura, and chicken. Nothing really special though.

    (3)

  • J. C.

    $16.95 for all you get eat sushi-where are you gonna find that? In Davis. The price includes beverage ie. Soda, water, tea (Beer is not included with the price) and miso soup if you ask for it. I had plate(s) of spider-roll, Tako Niguri, spicy tuna, California hand-roll, shrimp tempura, deep-fried oysters and soft shell crab (Umm so yummy) . Caveat: you cannot be shy, you have to walk up to the Sushi bar and just ask for what you want and if you can't remember what some of the rolls are called, ask for a menu to reference. It's not Nobu grade sushi, let's be clear about that but it's All you can get, you can't beat that. Wish there was one in the City but I don't think it would be quite the same.

    (4)

  • Katy A.

    This is the most popular sushi buffet in davis. I'm not joking when I say get there 10 minutes before opening if you want a seat at the bar. I love the sushi, they make things in a timely manner and have a huge variety. To the people complaining about the frozen salmon, get over it. Fish has to be frozen so that it is safe to eat. Be happy that they take steps to make sure the fish is good quality.

    (5)

  • Captain P.

    The all-you-can-eat buffet used to be amazing, but the quality has deteriorated significantly since the place was bought by new owners. The decor is a lot better than it used to be, but the sushi is mediocre at best. It's a real shame.

    (2)

  • Scott N.

    Buffet man sez: dis place is da bomb. Major grindage and the way to get your money's worth is to whack that soft shelled crab big time. Going back again to see if I can clean 'em out. Worth the 100 mile drive. Good thing I don't live any closer. Would be seriously looking like a fugu fish and needing some Slim Fast. This is my favorite in Davis. Tried the others...

    (4)

  • Wil H.

    This place IS the BEST sushi buffet/sushi joint around. PERIOD. Their food is delish and the price is amazing for the quality you get. I only wish I lived closer so I could eat here daily (I would, TRUST me). Every roll I ate tasted amazing and I think I've eaten the most food in my life at one time at this place. The ppl running it are nice and the chefs are spot on. GO HERE. There is another buffet across the street that's alright (very homely and friendly) but Fuji is the shit! Unless you absolutely hate sushi (being a moron) you HAVE to go here. If you die and have never gone here pray to friggin god you are resurrected so you can return here to mend your failed last attempt at life. yes, IT IS that good. I would easily live here if they had a room in the back for rent. After writing this review I'm angry because it's so far away. GO HERE NAO!

    (5)

  • Nika M.

    I have been here on a couple of occasions and all I can say is: You get what you pay for. Great deal of course -- college towns have to have that -- but remember, it's an all-you-can eat SUSHI bar. Make sure you come with a strong stomach. The sushi itself is mediocre, the staff is friendly though and will make anything that you ask for. The selection is very broad (a plus). It ranges from standard sushi rolls to small plates of Teriyaki chicken and seaweed salad. In college, I was able to stomach the lack of freshness that Fuji has, but after my last visit, I couldn't keep it down (literally). Needless to say, I'm staying away from Fuji from now on, for the sake of my health. Thank you for feeding me in my early 20s Fuji. We've had a good run and now it's time to say goodbye for-ev-er.

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  • Kevin L.

    Some people say Fuji is the armpit of Davis sushi ... WAHHHHH ARE YA'LL THINKING!!!! The sushi here is divine. I especially enjoy their specialty dishes that you have to order one by one. Their sea steak tuna is like heaven in my mouth! They only have it at dinner though. If you haven't been to Fuji before, just know that most of the good items are things that you have to walk up and order. If you're a fish fiend, just keep ordering sashimi and avoid the stuff with rice, cause it'll fill you up.

    (5)

  • romeo b.

    Bc of all the hype, I had high expectations of Fuji. Just visited recently and CONSIDERING THE PRICE I admit I'm a fan. I would certainly visit Fuji when driving by Davis. I would not go out the way to visit from the bay, that's a long trip. I love the idea of a buffet that cooks and serves to orders, for everything comes out fresh and/or warm. Along with ordering plates of sushi, we also ordered plates of sashimi and fried soft shell crab -- JACKPOT =). I got my tummies worth! Cons - busy, cramped, and hours.

    (4)

  • Van C.

    GREAT place if you're a college student out for lunch with all your college friends because it's a lot of fun. But I wouldn't take my family or go on dates there or anything. The boat sushi itself consists of mostly imitation crab CA rolls with different sauces. But the secret is to order the big platters (at not extra cost) from the kitchen (that's why it's best to go with a group) where you can get specialty stuff that is fresh and piping hot.

    (4)

  • Foodaholic G.

    Little known fact is when this restaurant first opened up, it wasn't an AYCE, it was just a regular restaurant with many dissatisfied customers. Business turned around when they changed it to an AYCE. I remember for years, there would be long lines of locals and out-of-towners that went around the block waiting to get in. There isn't much of a line now after Davis Sushi opened up and took in the customers who didn't want to wait in those lines. Sushi and sashimi are good especially for an AYCE but the sushi chefs are extremely rude. Service is usually mediocre unless you get Tim who is one of the nicest and most attentive waitersa but I haven't seen him during my last three visits so I'm unsure if he still even works there. I hope so because they would be losing their best waiter! I don't really like Fuji's but I have to concede with my group every once in a while when they crave Fuji's. Seems like you have to fight for your food to take them off the sushi boats and at times you have to reach over customers seated in front of the boats to get a plate from the boat. I don't expect more than mediocre service at an AYCE but the sushi chefs are very rude. They look like they are miserable doing their job and even scolded me barking if I wanted to order a hand roll, I should go through my waiter. It's actually the procedure to order directly from the sushi chef so I don't know what his problem was. Must be that big chip on his shoulder or the fact that he doesn't make much in tip and it's not a mystery as to why. It wasn't like I was asking for a ton of food, it was my first and only order for a simple hand roll and he was completely out of line. Most other times, they try to avoid eye contact so as to avoid making an item for you and when you can finally order from them, you have to stand there waiting sometimes for a few minutes. Food is pretty good but the sushi chefs need a lesson in customer service.

    (3)

  • Charles L.

    this was the first sushi place I've been to in Davis. The nigari/sashimi here is just whatevers since I went to the buffet during lunch. Many people rave about the sushi here but I just don't see it. Something about boats of raw fish floating around for who knows how long on a bed of water just irks me. Eat here if you're on a budget and don't really have a taste for sushi because there are better options else where, mainly outside of Davis. If you want good sushi suggestions and are visiting the LA area, i can direct you to some good places.

    (2)

  • Rexelle S.

    I would go to this place every month if I could. I'm a huge fan of sushi and when I go to a sushi bar, sushi is all I get. Skip the tempuras, BBQs, etc. The employees here are pretty friendly. They keep their cool and barely show any judgment. First thing they ask when you walk in, if you're early, is "Bar or table?" I love the fact that they allow you to choose, rather than some places simply seat you. The environment is pretty cute and laid back. I've never experienced any long waits so I can't comment on that. I usually go for dinner, which is pricier than lunch but the catch is your drink is free with refills as oppose to lunch where you need to pay for a drink (other than water that is). Overall, good sushi buffet.

    (4)

  • Lara N.

    All I can say is....YUM. Great selection and it is always ready. I recomend that you sit at the counter so you don't have to get up 50 million times, but go early too. The wait will be forever if you show up late. I LOVE the shrimp and vegetable tempura!!!!!!! The chicken tempura was also suprisingly good. I brought my hubby and son to try sushi for the first time and they have been talking about this place ever since. Actually, I think it's about time to go back there...

    (5)

  • R C.

    ok sushi......for a buffet.. Better than the stuff at your grocery store. Really wished the fried options would be hot and crispy though.

    (3)

  • T L.

    So worth the drive out to Davis! Great service and the price is even better!! I would totally go back and recommend this place to another friend.

    (5)

  • Jennifer N.

    I have been up in the Bay Area for 6 years now and have heard raves about this place. Finally, I was able to see what all the hype was about last month. Three of us got there at about 12:45pm on a Monday afternoon and it was packed. Don't people go to work or school??!!! The wait was about an hour. I was worried that by the time we were seated, the kitchen would be closing up at 2pm and then we wouldn't get any food. However, my experienced BF assured me that all the people who put their names on the wait list before 2pm will be seated and fed. Simply put. Brownie point #1. We sat at the sushi bar. Basically this place is amazing. If you don't see what you want floating by on the river, you yelled your order to the sushi chefs. If they have it already made behind the counter, they'll give it to you. If not, they'll make you a new, full roll. You can order anything on the menu. They are quick and efficient. Brownie point #2. I hate it when "all you can eat sushi" places take a while to give you your second roll and therefore, you get full faster. Here, it's bam bam bam. You ask for it and they'll give it to you. If you want appetizers or the fried stuff, you wait over to the end of the sushi bar and ask them to make it for you. Wait time is short also. I didn't really care for the fried oysters though. Miso soup is extra. The salad that's free was uneventful. It was watery at the bottom of the bowl. If you sit at one of the tables, you have to come up to the sushi bar to order. If you're at the sushi bar, you might have some people standing over you, ordering food. I usually hate to wait this long for food but I think this place is worth it.

    (5)

  • Jovanna A.

    Waited two hours to eat.....an hour in line then an hour on wait list.....CRAZY!!!!! Check out the photos. Foods decent. The buffet is worth the all you can eat for $10.00.....but is the wait worth it???

    (3)

  • Meryshayne G.

    When I'm in Davis or Sacramento, I always somehow make a stop at a Fuji's. I like Fuji's, I like what it's about, and I like that the sushi is good for what it's worth. I'm a big fan of the fact that the buffet special covers anything on the menu. I haven't really found a sushi buffet that did that in San Jose and for the kind of sushi that actually tastes good. Service is kinda a hit or miss at both the Fuji locations I've been to, but I still come because I do like to get my fill. Fuji's is just not bad, not bad at all.

    (3)

  • Rico S.

    $12.95 for all-you-can-eat sushi? How can you beat that...AND the sushi is good! Yes, it can be a long wait...but you can't beat the quantity and quality for that good of a price. A must stop for those heading to the casinos. Just a heads up... Food Network will be at Fuji in June for a taping and interviews.

    (4)

  • John H.

    This place was alright but I think at the moment I was giving this place too much credit as i kept saying "it's so goooood" putting roll after sushi roll into my mouth. I was starving since I havent had a real breakfast and sat through a friend's UCDavis graduation. Once again, copngratulations "Hungle." hahah. I feel that everything about this place was the better end of the word mediocre. The variety was just enough to keep me entertained till I was stuffed and this is including everything from the sashimi, rolls, and desserts. The pricing was decent for I believe 13 bucks per person? The rolls were OK as the quality was not bad but somewhere in between OK and good. I've definitely had better sushi but given this is an all you can eat buffet, this is definitely a qunitity slightly over quality type of place. Good for a casual serious lunch munchin but other than that I wouldn't think more of this place. The employees were very nice though as they kept repeatedly thanking us for coming, in many different ways. 3/5 but if you had the serious munchies like I did... this place is a 5/5 for you. =D

    (3)

  • Sheena U.

    I've been here a couple times and found that the sushi is slightly better than your regular Japanese buffets. I do like that you can order cooked food and sashimi plates at the bar! Sometimes it gets a little too crowded and like a previous reviewer said, it's "more of a fire hazard than a restaurant." The sushi bar/buffet area is so crowded. All they have are the little sushi boats going by and some plates on counters that you can pick up but basically you're standing around until you see something you like. If you already know what you like to eat, I'd suggest just ordering directly from the sushi chef, it seemed like we got food faster that way. Overall, OK place to eat if you're in the area. Glad they have dinner buffets now too.

    (3)

  • Whitney F.

    I dub thee a 1 due to the fact that yes, back in the day they were great, because they were the only place you could get sushi. However, now they have quite a bit of competition within the same price range. So they get a 1. The sushi is not horrible, but if you are looking for something fresh, venture elsewhere. This place lets there sushi run in a boat for hours, while hundreds of hungry college students swarm. Although the swarm has gone down because of the other sushi options. I think you can really judge a place based off of how many people go there when they're paying for it, not when it's all you can eat for a fixed price, and at night this place is EMPTY. I promise, try somewhere new. There is even a brand new one around the corner for the same price that does all you can eat all day. Sushi lovers beware, there are better things out there.

    (1)

  • Bruce Y.

    Great food selections and nice services. A co-worker recommended this place to us saying they always stop by for good food before and after the skiing trips. We were trying to be there during the President's Day long weekend to check it out for the first time, before it closes for lunch at 2. We got stuck in traffic and got there at 2:20. They made an exception to let us in and gave us plenty of time to choose the boat items and order anything from the kitchen (kitchen closes at 2:30). The food selection was amazing. Maybe that's why there were still so may people when we walked in. And the items were very fresh. We even got to try the fried soft-shell crabs and oysters. The kids loved the various rolls most. I wish we have something comparable in the Bay Area (food quality, selection, and services). This is far better than Todai, Sushi chocolate, etc., as far as Sushi Buffet is concerned.

    (5)

  • Sandy X.

    I enjoy eating here even though it's packed and I have to wait for a while to get my seating. First, this place is in downtown, so expect to not find parking that easily. Second, you can either sit at the sushi bar or at the tables. I prefer you sit at the bar if your with another person and it's convenient to get your sushi/etc. Third, service is whatever. Once your seated, they will bring you your drinks mainly and refills. Fourth, prices are pricey.. As a couple for lunch I'll usually spend under $40, including tip. They have not only sushi rolls, but seaweed salad, galbi, potstickers and other small items. Love this place!

    (4)

  • Hai T.

    My ex took me here when we were going out... she went to UC Davis and thought she was all kinds of hot $h*t. She was some kind of science major and swore she was like the smartest in the class, but got like "B"s and "C"s. Her diet often consisted of piggin' out, then starving herself for a couple days. In her piggin' out days, she would take me here and swear she could eat more than me... what a dumb idiot. Not once was she able to more than me, doesn't she know that my people are like the Hot Dog eating champions of the WORLD?! And she thinks she could out-eat me? Psshh! That's why she got dumped. Oh yeah, sushi here is good.

    (4)

  • Steve N.

    This place is a bit overrated in my opinion, first of all the price is cheap and I guess for college student that's fine given their tight budget. The food here is a bit on the sub-par side, the soft shell crab and oysters were obviously fried in order to mask the unfresh aftertaste. Even the oil they used had a smell to it. The only thing that was good was their sushi and sashimi, even though the pieces were small, but its a buffet so you can always get more. Overall I consider this establishment to be well suited to the college types.

    (3)

  • Catherine W.

    Best sushi buffet EVER! It's cheap, it's delicious, but it's busy. We used to wait 1+ hour after waiting in line to put your name down on the wait list. Variety is great & chefs are awesome. Me and my friends used to use any excuse to drive to or past Davis just so that we can eat here. And it's worth the wait and drive.

    (5)

  • Caroline W.

    First off, some background on myself, I graduated from UC Davis three years ago and haven't been to Fuji for over four years. Yet, this place was one the first places I wanted to review since I just started yelp-ing. Fuji's terribleness is THAT engrained into my brain; it was THAT traumatizing. 2001- Freshman year, orientation week: came with my parents who wanted to eat Japanese food. Not having developed my tastebuds completely, I thought Fuji was decent Japanese food. 2002- Sophmore year: went often with friends who liked the all-you-can-eat sushi concept, but I discovered better sushi restaurants in Davis. 2003- Junior year: went only when friends wanted to go. My last time at this place, when I had the most disgusting sushi in my LIFE. The tempura is and always was stale and soaked heavy with oil. The sashimi was half frozen. The miso soup tasted like water. The sauce was runny and blah. But what got me irked was, ALL the rice that day was MUSH, and the chefs still used it to make rolls. I've never had mushy sushi rolls before and I never hope i do again! I filled myself with the orange slices, which tasted like teriyaki sauce b/c the chef used the same knifes to cut the oranges. 2004- Senior year: avoided at all costs. I'll give it the benefit of the doubt, it's been over four years since I've gone. (I can see the prices have increased, it used to be less than $8 for lunch while I was there). But reading some of the more recent reviews, I think not much has changed, food quality wise.

    (1)

  • Daisy C.

    It's $13 per person during lunch time. It will plus tax at the end. The food is good but not many choices as I expect in a Sushi restaurant. It's NOT a REAL Japanese sushi, but taste good.

    (4)

  • Leon C.

    It's really crowded and for good reason. It's pretty good... well, for an AYCE place. You can constantly order sashimi and they'll keep giving it to you. Some people complain about it being frozen so it's not fresh but that's how sashimi is prepared. It has to be frozen first to make sure all the harmful bacteria is dead. The reason some of the sashimi is frozen when you get it is because they go through it so fast because everyone eats there. My favorite roll there is the spider roll with soft shell crab in it. I never leave there filling hungry, satisfied, or full. I leave there feeling like I'm about to give birth to a food baby, but in the good way,.

    (4)

  • JC R.

    +Price +It's a buffet of sushi -Weight gain

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  • Vince O.

    ... great value for what it is... lotsa affordable sushi at a decent price... Staff is accommodating and friendly... note to self: Remember you are not at a 5star restaurant... the service is quite adequate... I think .... lunch is the premier value... $12.99 all u can ingest.. 1130 - 200. Softshell crab / spare-ribs / fried rice.. you ask for it...they'll make it for you... Get their Y2K and FUJI rolls.... Oh, don't forget to sit at the counter... or if there's a wait.. wait for a seat at the counter... Happy hunting!!! Cheers...

    (3)

  • Trang N.

    GREAT SUSHI! i went here and i must say its better than a lot of the sushi places in the bay area. sushi was good. GREAT QUANTITY OF SUSHI good variety THE BEST SERVICE [for a packed restaurant of impatient people] the line to get in.... not so short. but luckily we sent my brother 2 hours early to wait in line! and we got in 45 minutes later! bad for my brother...good for me xD

    (5)

  • Alex D.

    Highlights: 1) Lunch, all-you-can-eat sushi for only $12. 2) Unlimited sashimi! 3) Unlimited deep fried shrimp and soft shell crab. If this place was not a buffet, I would only give it a three. Since it is, how could I give it a three? For $12, this place is very very cheap. 1.5 to 2 rolls can already cost $12. I must admit though, the things here aren't as fresh during the weekdays. I've come here three times (once a week, three weeks in a row) and the time I came here during a weekend, the food was obviously much better than weekdays. And also, the rolls are quite crappy. I would avoid the rolls and just go for the stuff you have to request for. If you're not into sashimi, you probably won't get your money's worth (in my opinion). Oh yeah, service isn't bad and there is a parking lot across the street. Bottom Line: $12 all-you-can eat lunch? I'm down. Last visited: July 5, 2009. [i live in the bay area]

    (4)

  • Lily W.

    About 5 years ago, this place used to be SHITZ-NITZ. Every weekend (even the weekdays) it used to be jammed packed with lines as long as a block away. They weren't open til 11 am but people would line up an hour early just to get in here. Now, it's just...eh. The food used to be really good here (even if the place was dirty) but now, everything taste the same. Just your average taste-less buffet sushi.

    (2)

  • Nelly A.

    Mouthwatering sushi. I've been going here for, I believe, over a year now. Good price for Good quality for variety of sushi, no complain so far. The place sure small though. It gets busy sometimes but it's worth a wait. I eat all I can fit in my tiny stomach. A sure place for sushi eater. It's good for first time sushi eater (to try everything instead of getting a roll somewhere that you'll regret spending). Friendly place, I may say. It's ok for buffet place.

    (5)

  • S M.

    Good sushi, great price! Especially great price if you love sashimi, you definitely get your money's worth. I live in Orangevale and I drive all the way to Davis for this place! :) Bring your fat pants. hahaha

    (4)

  • Marielle L.

    If you're looking for a cheap price and quantity, this is the place for you. From my experience, the sushi is pretty much the same quality as sushi you'd get in a plastic box at a supermarket or MU. The sushi isn't fresh, and they pile a LOT of rice on the rolls. It's more of a quantity, not quantity place. I'd rather commute and go to Raku Sushi in West Sacramento. Ten times better for the same price.

    (2)

  • Harry L.

    SCREW THIS PLACE. I MEAN IT. I happen to know sushi and this place can't make it! TAKE MY ADVICE: 2 hrs of wait + starvation = anything including the food inside is good. DUH!!!!! Jesus seriously sushi should not be made the way they make it. HORRIBLE!!!

    (1)

  • J S.

    This restaurant was chosen and I went for a friend's birthday along with about 10 others for dinner. We arrived upon the opening of the doors. Allow me to start with the good. The restaurant was big enough to accommodate my group, but for a buffet, it was rather small. The service was good for a buffet as the pleasant waitress came and refilled hot tea for us and said tea will help you digest so you can eat more. This gave Fuji 1 star. And for those who may need to use the bathroom for any reason, it was acceptable with the exception that it takes several flushes to clear everything. Now that the good is done, I will move on to the bad and hopefully keep it short and to the point which is always a challenge. I honestly didn't have expectations for buffets but even without expectations it was difficult to eat. The better of the worst would be the beef short rib and the chicken on a stick. But note that the name of the restaurant is Fuji SUSHI. The foundation of the sushi, the rice, was on the dry side. The shrimp tempura, which was the foundation for most of the rolls, was overcooked. If there were no solid foundation, then how could the dish be palatable. As for the cake slices, the frosting tasted like pure fat. Did I eat? Yes. Was I full? 80%. Does that even make sense? Of course not! Allow me to explain. Though I've been lectured on obesity being an epidemic, it was two days away from Thanksgiving. And I am thankful that I have food to eat (and for the group of friends, my fellow diners, I made from school whom I got to celebrate a pre-Thanksgiving with) unlike many others who starve on a daily basis, so I basically forced down the food that I retrieved.

    (1)

  • Samantha B.

    What they offer definitely deserves four stars. My god, all you can eat buffet for nearly $20? including a soft drink within the price? WHY HELLO THERE, expect a visit from me. It's not the best sushi out there. But for it's price, it's definitely good sushi. I love the fact that once you get in, you can eat within seconds. They offer samples from the on-going moving boats in the middle, back of the restaurant. Also, you can order whatever you like and get full rolls within minutes. They offer fast service, even when it is extremely busy. It's definitely worth the price. Santa Cruz (where I currently go to school) and many other cities need restaurants like this for a quick sushi fix!

    (4)

  • Martin O.

    We went to Fuji for dinner on a Monday evening. On that day, it opened at 5 p.m. and there was a large line outside. They have a yellow pad of paper at the desk so you should make sure you put your name on it when you arrive, otherwise, you maybe waiting outside by yourself after it opens. At this "all you can eat" sushi, tempura, sashimi and chicken tereyaki buffet, there's a great selection of good quality Japanese food. On the night we were there, there were mostly Asian patrons so that should be a good indicator. It's pretty much like a Black Friday Shopping day when the restaurant first opens. There is a mad scramble to get the good pieces of sushi but what you should no is that you can take your time and order the tempura, chicken or salmon tereyaki at the sushi bar. I

    (4)

  • Diane H.

    A very wide variety, and many delicious rolls on a made-to-order menu. The tempura is amazing!

    (4)

  • Helen N.

    I LOVE FUJI'S! All you can eat anything always make me happy. Although their sushi is not top notch stuff and their sashimi can be fresher--all you can eat is all you can eat! They also have varietal fried stuff. Since they don't have raw oysters, I order the fried oysters and pick at the oyster, leaving the batter behind ;) Their potstickers and fried chicken and korean BBQ and eggrolls are yummy. Not something you'd usually find on the boat of other sushi places, but fuji's got it! Also, their cream cheese wontons are SOOO so so heavenly. I used to stand at the corner and debate over davis sushi buffet or fuji's until I tried their cream cheese wonton. YUUMM Fuji's won my heart :)

    (5)

  • Lindsay D.

    This pretty much sums up my experiences every time I go to Fuji Sushi... FOOD COMA: "A state in which a person is generally lethargic, lazy, and very full from eating a large meal. A large meal shall be defined as a meal containing high amounts of carbohydrates. After eating such a meal, a person usually cannot eat anymore because they are too tired to carry on. To relieve the effects of food coma, one can unbutton their pants so their stomach can expand beyond normal parameters. Also, it is advised that a person take a short nap, followed by a large dessert." ( I recommend their banana tempura...yummy!) All in all.....it's definitely worth the pain =)

    (5)

  • Annie N.

    I was sorely disappointed after hearing a lot of people rave about this place. The sushi was somewhat inaccessible and there were a lot of thing you have to order from the chef. Perhaps that's a good thing because you want your sushi fresh, but it takes away the excitement of a buffet--where you feast with your eyes as well as your tummy. The taste of the rolls are rather dull. While the sashimi was fresh, the rest were lackluster. For $14 lunch buffet, I could have gone to Tomi buffet in San Jose and get a whole lot more.

    (2)

  • Andrea C.

    A specialty roll at most sushi places costs about $10. At Fuji's you pay $12.95 for all you can eat sushi (for lunch at least)! And it's not boring plain tasting sushi, it's actually really good sushi! They also have tempura, fried soft shell crabs, potstickers, oysters, and more! The place is small, the wait took like an hour, and the drive there took about an hour and a half.. but I say it was well worth it! I can't wait for the next time I go back!

    (5)

  • C. M.

    This place is the McDonald's of sushi buffets. It has sushi boats that float around, yes. It has...hmmm...I guess that's all it has. If you prefer gimmicky ambience and low quality sushi--heck, roll on over and partake in this poor excuse for sushi.

    (1)

  • Kevin C.

    While i was attending Davis and also afterwards I made frequent trips to Fuji's. The price, 12.95, for all you can eat sushi i think is really good (while i like quality i love quantity and the selection is so awesome). I love how you can ask the chefs to make something for you whether it be sashimi, a sushi roll, or fried oysters. I noticed the line is much smaller now that Davis Sushi Buffet has opened. Recently I decided to bring my pet dinosaur. He and i were eating and as a sushi boat came by he picked up a plate with his mouth and i got hella mad and told him not to do that. Then he tried to bite me so i took out my laser whip and hit him in the leg, it got out of control and i ended up destroying the place which is really sad since i gave it 5 stars, luckily i used the time machine that i made to eat at Joy's Sushi a while back and corrected the previous event so it never happened. P.S. Will go back P.S.S. Without dinosaur

    (5)

  • Rachel V.

    Quality of the food is acceptable, plus the price is really affordable. My husband and I are sold by this place. The variety of food is good i think. Will definitely go back (again and again and again LOL).

    (4)

  • M K.

    Going to eat at Fuji's is like sleeping with a hot skanky chick -- sure you may receive some type of gratification in the moment, but when it's all over, you just feel dirty. Yeah, you can order sashimi as a specialty item behind-the-counter. You can get yellowtail, white albacore, tuna, or salmon! But you know what? They all end up tasting like ice crystals cause they've been so waterlogged and only recently unfrozen. It's weird to come to a place that's always so busy that they have no shame in letting us peer into their back kitchen where you can see them BONE-SAWING a giant frozen fillet. When I go with my roommate we end up ordering a mad amount of fried food. It's kind of hard to mess up fried food. Get some fried oysters, shrimp, calamari, and banana (at the end for desert). Listen, I'm not faulting any of you for going. All I'm saying is that maybe once in a while people should mozy on over to Zen Toro or Sushi Unlimited for something slightly.. fresher. That is the point of sushi you know, FRESH raw fish. But I'm not gonna be a complete hypocrite here. Apparently they're now opening sushi buffet for dinner. Whether by my own choice or not, I see myself coming here for sake-bombs and stuff-your-face sushi. I guess I'll just make the most of it.

    (3)

  • Mary A.

    Great all you can eat sushi at an affordable price! Fast and prompt! I love their fresh fried banana! Oyster, crab shrimp tempura are great too! I would recommend sitting at the bar even if u have to wait it's worth the wait!

    (4)

  • Julia C.

    it's been about 2 years since my last visit to fuji's! we were ten starving guys plus one starving gal, stopping in a little after 7pm on a sunday after all day rafting trip in sac. after a quick chat with the hostess, we were seated promptly in which appeared to be a very busy dining hour for them. kudos for having someone who speaks the same language i suppose! just as the i recall, nothing remarkable but absolutely satisfying for the time being. my only gripe was remembering them to serve fresh oysters! however, only tempura style is available now which is good but can be quite greasy and sickening after a few bites.

    (3)

  • Elaine H.

    Okay, I'm torn between a 3 and 4 star, but I gave it the boost because they have some pretty nice chefs and staff working in the bar, the waiters.. not so much. It is an ALL YOU CAN EAT lunch, but don't expect too much of the good stuff out floating around. You have to request some stuff like fried oysters/sashimi and whatever else you'd like. Theres no menu during buffet time, so basically you just go up and grab or ask for whatever. It sometimes gets annoying because theres so many freaking people, its a battlefield. Their stuff isn't all that FRESH, maybe because it is a buffet, but what do you expect for paying $12 for an all you can eat? Drinks are not free and need to be ordered. Go early, otherwise you'll be standing at the end of the block waiting.

    (3)

  • Tony L.

    Oh. Dear. God. $10 all you can eat sushi boat? HELL YEAH! If you come here expecting gourmet, high-quality sushi, then you are absolutely going to hate it here. The sashimi is among the worst I've ever had, but their fried stuff is delish (esp. the fried oysters). I almost always leave this place with a tummy ache (in a good way).

    (3)

  • Michelle H.

    I came to Fuji's this past Tuesday with my boyfriend to have a mini-celebration of our 50th "monthiversary." We're not big spenders; we just wanted to go out to eat decent sushi. We've come to Fuji's at least 3 times prior and were never disappointed (not that you can expect superior quality at Fuji's, but its quality fit the price and felt worthwhile of a 4-star rating back then). Our last visit was at least half a year ago, but who knew half a year could change the quality of a place so much? :( I'm not one to be too picky of how "fresh"-looking my sushi is. I typically think people who comment on that sort of thing are just being overcritical and trying to sound a bit snooty (sorry!). But... damn. Anyone who has even seen raw tuna in the local supermarket would know that the tuna they had that day looked terrible! The hue of the tuna atop the maguro nigiri was insulting to the fish that died to become that piece. And it wasn't just that it was a single piece that looked pitiful. It was all of them. Needless to say, no one in the place (which was somewhat busy for 11 AM on a Tuesday) picked up a plate of that piece of iiiiiiiish. What usually won me over before was the ability to order as much sashimi as my heart desired. What did my heart desire that day? Salmon sashimi. Mmmmmm... right? In the past, RIGHT! Now, WRONG! A few pieces of my sashimi had an icy texture to it as I had bitten into it. What further evidenced the iciness was the increase in the amount of water on my tiny plate. I'm pretty sure the accompanied daikon on the plate drowned. :( Secondly, the variety was completely lacking. Sure, you could ask a chef for a personal request - or even a waiter/waitress. But that just brings me to my third point: poor service. We got a table, so we did have to take trips to and from the boats often. We'd gone to the sides to try and make personal requests, but holy crap, I'm not an obnoxious person so I'm not going to wave my hands around or snap my fingers or yell to get the attention of the workers behind the counter. The workers know that if a person is standing at the side long enough, they're not checking the selection there; they're waiting for you to give them the eye contact so they can make their request. I made the eye contact. They made the eye contact. Then turned a blind eye! Rude. I didn't want to wait and try and deal with that much longer, so I just grabbed a plate of chicken wings. Yeah. Out of all the choices in a "sushi buffet," I turned to chicken wings because there really wasn't anything better (their chicken wings are alright; but I came to Fuji's for sushi, thank you very much). While my boyfriend and I sat at our table, I noticed that the tables surrounding us all got relatively decent service. Waters refilled, an explanation of how Fuji's works, whatever. Not until we were about to head out and pay did they refill our waters. When we first came in, the older woman who seated us had this unpleasant look on her face and threw the menus down on the table without a care and walked away without any words aside from "Did you want anything besides water to drink?". Later on during our dining experience, whether they were newcomers to Fuji's or not, other groups that were coming in were politely handed their menus and guided through the menus. :\ I really don't understand how they can just shove my boyfriend and me to the side when we are all just paying the same price. As customers, we haven't done anything offensive. Unless eating is now a crime. -.- Another story about their service: during a prior experience, as we were at the counter to pay, since one of the people in my group had a birthday coming up, we asked if they had a birthday special (aka free meal, like Davis Sushi Buffet) -- only out of curiosity. The older man working the counter (possibly the owner?) just gave us a cold, lengthy response (in a condescending tone) that basically told us how that degrades the quality they strive to give and how they're not ones to pull people into gimmicks like that. It made us feel like we were stupid to even ask such a question. We paid our money, we chose your restaurant over Davis Sushi Buffet, we at least deserve your respect! All in all, I think the hype over Fuji's needs to die out. It was worthwhile once upon a time... but that time has passed. I've gone to Davis Sushi Buffet 3x before this recent experience, and I'd always had a soft spot for Fuji's when it came between the two. Thanks for a terrible experience, Fuji's. You've turned my soft spot into stone. I've come to the conclusion that this most recent visit will be known as my final visit to Fuji's. Farewell! P.S. Don't be surprised if all of your business goes straight to Davis Sushi Buffet where they offer a greater quality of sushi, more variety, better hours, friendlier service, and an overall better experience.

    (2)

  • Ryan C.

    i don't understand the hype. I went for dinner and it wasn't busy so I had easy access to never ending boats filled with really bad quality sushi. the sauce they put on the unagi tastes like the sauce from canned baked beans, it is really bad. Dinner is pretty ridiculously expensive. You can get all kinds of cooler shit with 20 bucks, like 40 packs of starburst, or a capo for your guitar, or better sushi at any other restaurant. I will not return and I will encourage people I know to break out of this fucking trance that people are in that makes them think this is good quality food. why the fuck do so many people think that getting full for 20 bucks is a "good value"? Many people praise this place for having a cool secret ordering system where you can go up to the chefs and order what you want that isn't on the boats. this system isn't cute or cool, it's fucking fascist.

    (1)

  • Sonny S.

    All my friends at Davis talk about this damn place and always invite me. I never budged until the last week of my very last set of finals at davis. I had an overall great experience at this restaurant, but i don't really have much memorable food items here. however, here is my grade for the restaurant. Price=8/10 Location=8/10 Service=8/10 Food Taste=6/10 Overall= 75%

    (4)

  • simon k.

    Man.. I have no idea how this place even deserves 3 or 4 stars. First off, the wait for this place when it opens is ridiculous, spreading all the way across the entire block.. wait times comin to near an hour and a half before actual seatation. The food here sucks, every single roll, item, tempura, everything pretty much tastes like rice and sauce, can barely taste the meat and its all about the same. Everythings always cold, and all you can eat is more like I can eat no more cus its all the same. save your money! all of davis' sushi buffet places suck! it would be much more worth it to go to some other Japanese restaurant.... even sushi unlimited.

    (2)

  • Rosa Y.

    Yes you are awesome. This is the first time I've tried Fuji's b/c I was visiting people in Davis. It was crowded on a Sunday morning, but they managed to find a table for 2. The food was great. The portions were small enough so you can try everything and the shrimp tempura was awesome. The banana tempura (is that what you call it?) was a surprise (a good one). You can also order from the menu if you wanted bigger portions for your table and that's included in the price. Wow! (/insert stamp of approval!)

    (5)

  • Lorrie M.

    I think this place went down one star for me after having been to Davis Sushi Buffet. I have been to Fuji's no less than 6-7 times already before the Davis Sushi Buffet opened and every time I was left wanting a bit more .... I'm not sure what more but it didn't really quite hit the spot. Although I know these places are cheap for a reason and they have decent sushi while at it, it really is just not worth the wait compared to Davis Sushi Buffet when you look at the same stuff being served. I most likely won't go back now that the other place has opened :)

    (3)

  • DEE N.

    I LOVE FUJI'S!!! :) went there this past weekend with a buncha guys from High school. my 2nd time there; and boy... it was deeeeelicious! I love ALL you can EAT sushi! I love sushi in general. :) Everytime I'm in Davis, I always come here with friends. We came after we got done with white river rafting and we were all hungry! so we definitely took advantage of ALL YOU CAN EAT! :) If you're ever in Davis, check this place out!

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  • Janine F.

    I ate here a lot during college. I don't really like all the rolls they put out on the boats, but I'm the type to just ask the sushi chef's and the kitchen workers for the stuff I want. Love the fried oysters. I wish the wait during lunch wasn't always so long. You literally have to get there early before it opens to be able to get a seat right away and not have to wait half an hour or more. I think the fact that it's cheap is really what draws the crowd, the fish is really fresh, but their rolls aren't that amazing. I haven't really gone back that much since finishing college, I guess I can't tolerate waiting anymore for sushi. But it is a good place to go for cheap buffet with fresh fish.

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  • S L.

    First time in Fuji Sushi in Davis, the food was just average, not excellent. Service was tolerable. You go up to the sushi bar to order or grab the dishes that were on a rotational sushi boat. Very fun for the kids. But the sushi chiefs gave me dirty looks when I ordered from them. And the ladies that brought orders out from the kitchen pretended they didn't hear me. You have to be assertive to get your food. We had a large group of 35 people. We got there @ 5pm right when it open, they were able to accommodate us. But we practically took over half of the restaurant. Now I've tried it. Most likely not going back.

    (3)

  • curiouz b.

    The pricing for the all you can eat is the cheapest I've ever seen. I like how they have the boats floating by and if you don't want any of those, you can order what you want. The only complaint I have is that it's so far from where I live. I hope they'll have a closer location soon!

    (4)

  • Richard P.

    By some measure of insanity, I came here again last week. It was late at night, Jusco's was closed, I was bored of Davis sushi, and I wanted sushi badly. My first review, though written in August, was based on my visit much earlier than tthat. This time I have a few more specific details. Fuji's is the most expensive sushi buffet in Davis, ending up over $19. You get miso soup and soda with your meal. My sushi was warm and bathed in sauce. Usually I don't mind the sauce in other places, while others complain it's overkill. In Fuji's, it is undoubtedly overkill. Spicy sauce takes over the sushi completely cuz they drench so much over it. Terriyaki sauce covers maybe 80% of the piece you're eating. The variety is disappointing here. There are maybe 5 hand rolls and chef rolls and 10 of the small rolls that go on the boat. My main complaint is how mushy the fillings were. I put the sushi in my mouth and all the flavors mash together. The eel here is absolutely terrible, it falls apart instantly to mush and has no firmness whatsoever. I ordered a dragon roll and the guy handed me a huge plate the second I finished saying the word. I was not pleased because that meant someone else had ordered the roll earlier but apparently left or didn't want it. I was basically being offered 10 pieces of an old roll. Though it was near closing and they worked faster, I knew this roll was not fresh. It takes at least 30 seconds to make a roll. I said Dragon roll and the guy said "Here you go." The lighting still bothers me. For some reason it makes the place feel really cheap. Also when they're near closing, they start mopping floors and cleaning the counter. Their gloved hands touch soap, dirty rags, chemicals and spray bottles and whatnot. Yes, their gloved hands that they use to make sushi with. At the same time they were cleaning, people were ordering sushi. I have no idea if they were washing their hands back and forth between making rolls and grabbing a mop, but I pray to god that they were. Of course, logic does prevail here. If you're in a hurry to go home and some guy orders a 5 piece roll, are you really going to take off your gloves, wash your hands, and put on new gloves, then resume cleaning after u make his order? Or would you rather drop the mop, make the roll quickly, and pick up the mop again?

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  • Apollo K.

    big Apollo loves it ! hello all you can eat sushi an on boats i love it! reminds me of back home.. kinda well let me say small fishing boats fresh fish.. i guess Greece is way different. o well!

    (5)

  • Chau L.

    best sushi boat place ever!!!!!! I love their soft shell crab and fried oysters! Love the sashimi plates also! Would come here again from Palo Alto,Ca

    (5)

  • Alex E.

    Went there for lunch and had the all-you-can-eat sushi buffet. The sushi does travel around on little boats, which is fun, and the variety is pretty good. However, the food wasn't that great, and it wasn't fresh at all. It was fun, but I wouldn't go back.

    (2)

  • Rosemarie d.

    Okay... I may be a little biased, considering I quickly became a regular when I lived in Davis... but then again, I may have become a regular because this place deserves 5 stars?! I still drive out from the bay every now and then. The service here is great.... Which is a plus for the newbies standing near the bar unsure of what to do (it can be a bit intimidating when you're new to a busy restaurant such as this). They'll gladly make you a bigger platter if you have a big party. The salmon skin hand rolls are the best I've had - and I've tried them at each sushi place I've been to. I mean... considering the price, you just need three and you've already gotten your value out of the buffet. Biggest gripe I know people would have is the wait... but there is a reason why the waiting list is ridiculously long (compared with the sushi place across the street that has no wait - if it's even still there). If you wanna avoid the wait, I'd suggest going for the dinner buffet. I'd gladly pay the extra few bucks to avoid the long line.

    (5)

  • Jeff K.

    this is one of the few good spots for sushi buffet in Davis, but the line can be "hella" long. so i'd recommend you have a friend come early to put down a reservation, chill and relax, and head over there to claim your table. i think it was ~$10 for the sushi buffet but prices may have changed since i last went a few years back. ask the chef for a sashimi plate. that's that gooood stuff. dragon rolls and others are pretty good as well. you're free to grab whatever you want from the area around the sushi chefs. they charge for food you don't eat i believe....ask for extra napkins. lol. Davis alum. 06'

    (5)

  • Betty T.

    fuji's has worked it's mojo on me. KINDOF. if i HAD to choose between fuji's and davis sushi buffet, i'd choose fuji's again. why? fuji's offered a LOT more selection (it seemed like to me..). customer service was pretty good too, and they had some really good korean dishes there too! also, the sushi wasn't as saucy as davis sushi buffet, BUT it was pretty saucy. however, overall, it wasn't bad. i'd go here again. (davis sushi buffet gets to keep its title of SAUCIEST SUSHI EVER for another day.)

    (3)

  • David W.

    Quantity over quality That pretty much sums Fuji's up. This place is a sushi boat buffet where you can stuff urself full of rice and fish. It is really cheap considering you can order whatever rolls you desire. I like the concept, however, there is somewhat of a lack of quality and variety. The ingredients don't taste the freshest and sometimes the rice tastes hard like it has been sitting out for awhile. As for the variety, there is lots of selection but it all starts to taste the same at some point. Fuji's isn't the best sushi joint but it does offer good bang for your buck.

    (3)

  • Nathaniel C.

    How can you complain about a $13 AYCE sushi buffet? The soft shell crab and sashimi are my favorite and alone are worth $13 in my opinion, then you throw in oranges and cake and you got yourself a happy tomato. The only bad thing I can say is that if you sit near the kitchen, it reeks fish, and most of the rolls are just made with shrimp tempura in the middle.

    (3)

  • Stella W.

    the food at this place is not fresh at all, yes its cheep and its all you can eat. The sushi seems as if it only consist of all crab meat and saracha sauce, if you dont like the bar.. its better to sit at tables.. they make the rolls fresh for you as well as service is a lot better, the only think i didn' t like is that when you go into a restraunt you do not want too see all the tables there not busted.. the tables do not get cleaned at all its just dishes and dishes pilled up.. they made it very easy for us the people kept on comming back to see if everything was ok and made sure we are comfortable.. good job on that i think the only good thing i really remembered was having the soft shell crab :D

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  • John H.

    No matter how much people knock on the actual quality of Sushi house, no one can deny that their buffet is one of the best ones in the area or region. Usually closer to the weekends, there is always a pretty long wait to get into the restaurant. People even come and line up before Fuji's even opens. So it is highly recommended that you get there ahead of the crowd as wait time can easily exceed an hour. The food is definitely not the best sushi ever, but it does suffice. It is not terrible at all. I could spend days here. You can order just about anything and the chefs are very willing to make items at your request. For the most part, you just go up to the sushi bar/boat and pick whichever dishes you wish! Nothing is off limits and if you don't see what you want or need one of the bigger dishes, don't hesitate to ask. My personal favorites are the spider roll, soft shell crab and dragon roll. Definitely a destination location if you ever visit Davis! The resturant itself can get a little crowded with people trying to make thier way to the bar, large parties and ALOT of people waiting for seats. The line of waiters spills into the streets most of the time. One of the best sushi buffets in my opinion and will stay that way. Although some other sushi buffets do exist in Davis, none of them compare to Fuji's!

    (4)

  • Steven T.

    Best value sushi... the fish quality and freshness is not that bad either... it is actually fresher than a lot of non all you can eat sushi spots. I've been to MANY all you can eat sushi places and this has got to be the best value. Why can't they open one of these up here in Berkeley???? I guess Davis has got us on something. One will notice the long line and list of people as soon as you walk in the door... or just notice the crowd hanging outside the door. Be prepared for a wait is all I have to say. This is the only all you can eat sushi spot I've seen that has served sashimi. From the time we asked the chef for an order it was like he had the combination of sashimi already waiting for us, it was that fast. Rolls keep popping out and little entree dishes as well. Id have to be a little suspicious about the food on the rotating belt, not many people grabbed plates from there as far as I can tell. I would be hesitant as the ngiri seemed to be sitting out there for quite some time. Besides sashimi, ngiri, and rolls... they serve teriyaki chicken, fried bananas, oranges, dumplings, and a myriad of other plates that you can ask them for. I didn't really have to ask for anything besides sashimi as they were pumping out plates left and right for us to grab. They might have underestimated the quantity of fish to defrost as I may have bitten into some slightly unthawed fish toward the end.... ick. Hey, if you are a texture eater there you go, but not my cup of tea.

    (4)

  • Claire G.

    Under $20 for all you can eat sushi? Oooh, in that case, I consider it the best sushi buffet I've ever had. Even though Fuji's has raised their prices since I first started going in my college days, I still find their buffet to be well worth it and best deal I've ever found. All the sushi, sashimi, soft-shell crab, shrimp tempura, vegetable tempura, and specialty rolls I can eat? Even hand rolls? Not to mention the ability to order anything I want?! Oh my, with my gluttonous appetite and lack of restraint, the only downside I feel every time I leave this place is the feeling of "ugh..why did I eat so much?" It's because I now live 8 hours away from Fuji's and there's nothing around me for that deal! Favorites include the Davis roll, salmon (sake) nigiri, mackerel (saba) nigiri, and tuna (maguro) nigiri and a platter of soft-shell crab. Ahhh, their tempura style soft-shell crab, how I miss it. They've started providing dessert too! In addition to the sweet orange slices they've always had, the little squares of mocha cakes and strawberry cakes are just a perfect ending to all of my gorging. I should mention, the line can get ridiculous! I once waited three hours! Lately, my timing (coming in on a weekday) must have improved because I haven't had to deal with the usual 1-2 page list of people waiting to be seated.

    (5)

  • Nancy N.

    This place is alright, but I rather go to the one in Elk Grove because there is a little section of chinese food.

    (3)

  • Alan T.

    As an San Franciscan, I've never ate a rainbow roll with a shit load of teriyaki sauce. Holy crap that thing is drowned with it! You get full pretty fast, especially with the crap load of rice that they put in the roll but hey, it's all you can eat right? Ha.. but I am now traumatized from eating so much sushi. However, in light of the bad sushi, the chicken here is actually pretty damn good--finger lickin. Like what other's have said, it's good for quantity but it sucks for quality.

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  • Leslie P.

    You wouldn't get the best, top-of-the-line sushi here, but for $11 per personfor lunch, it's a damn good deal! There's lots and lots of variety! It ranges from regular rolls, hand rolls, sashimi, and dessert. If you don't see a roll that you want, like Spider Roll, you can ask the chefs behind the counter to make it fresh for you! I wouldn't eat the sashimi because it doesn't look too fresh. The tempura bananas are so good! And it's unlimited, like everything else!

    (3)

  • Kevin M.

    This place is great for your average all you can eat sushi. It has lots of different types of rolls, and a pretty big menu. Lately though, their quality of sushi has gone down, and the last time I went, their salmon sashimi was still frozen. Still a decent place if you want all you can eat sushi

    (3)

  • Deanna T.

    I never thought I would get to try this place, but I must say, it was definitely worth the one hour drive from Berkeley! The restaurant is small and located in what looks like Downtown Davis, a short drive from UC Davis. My group and I left at around 11:00 this morning and arrived a little past noon, and after reading the previous Yelp postings, I thought the place was going to be packed with the lunch crowd, but surprisingly enough, we got a table seconds within arriving! Yay for winter break! After getting our table, we were told to help ourselves to the revolving sushi boat buffet. The place was small, so it was understandable that we had to grab our sushi selections at the end, but it was a bit awkward because there were diners sitting there as well and it did get crowded at times. There was so much variety, but my friends and I tried the following: Edamame - Soybeans - always a great appetizer! Cucumber Salad - Pickled cucumbers with imitation crab meat. Not bad. Soft Shell Crab - Fried to perfection! I only wish I ate more! Potato Cake - All right, but really not worth getting. Seaweed Salad - So BOMB! I got seconds! I don't know what they put in it but it was so yummy! Rawr. Fried Wings - Good stuff. Sesame Chicken - Tasty. Yakitori - They only had chicken, but it was two decently-sized pieces per stick (you get two skewers) and it was good. Inari - Eh...I've had better. Teriyaki Unagi - Tasty. Spicy Hamachi - Super SPICY! We only took a tiny piece, but none of us could find the two sushi rolls. Fail. Spicy Tuna Roll - Er...I think they used Sriracha sauce to make it "spicy" - so avoid if you are used to the more authentic spicy tuna, but if you like Sriracha sauce then this is the roll for you! Tako Maki Roll - Not bad. Caterpillar Roll - Nom. Nom. NOM. Dragon Roll - MmMm... Combination Roll - Yum. Soft shell crab pieces! Rainbow Roll - Delish. Salmon Sashimi - Good, but not great. Tuna Sashimi - Okay. Smoke Salmon Sashimi - Holy! This was loaded with sodium! Gah! Hamachi Sashimi- Sweet, but still a bit frozen. Oranges - Sweet and refreshing! Sesame Balls - It was a bit undercooked, but the azuki (red bean) filling totally made up for it! SO yummy! I had four of these delicious babies! Fried Bananas - Pretty good. My friends and I agreed that this would have been better with some green tea ice cream! Green tea (75 cents a cup) - Hot and steamy! Apparently, there is free refills on the tea, but we got the tea near the end. Fail. Again. Whee! I'm definitely a fan! The owners are so nice and welcoming! We got seated seconds upon entering during lunch hour! Where ELSE can you get a great selection of ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT SUSHI and DESSERT for only $12.95 per person?! I must say that the seaweed salad, soft shell crab, sesame ball, and green tea were my favorite! Yum! I'll have to remember to make a pit stop here again whenever I'm in the area.

    (4)

  • Victoria N.

    i've heard people talk positively about this place, practically raaaaving about it. even the chinese newspaper that my mom reads has critiqued this place well! so on the day before winter quarter started, my mom and i thought of going to fuji's for dinner. unfortunately, so did everyone else and their moms. literally. it was jam packed! but i think we only waited about 15 minutes or so before getting a table. the sushi isn't great quality but it's alright for what you pay for. a little on the greasy side, and a bit too much on the rice side as well. ~$16 for dinner. ehh. it just doesn't live up to its hype.

    (3)

  • Geoffrey D.

    Lunchtime sushi boat buffet. First off, this is four stars in some ways, but two stars in others (see bottom of review). Also, you have to realize that a sushi buffet boat place doesnt really compare on a scale with other sushi restaurants. So, onward ho... Opens at 11am, get there at 11am, and the place is already half full and in onslaught mode. A bit disconcerting, but eventually, you wait your half hour or more for a table at the boat float and you get busy. This is definitely a hit and miss kind of place -- Rolls : a big swing and a miss. Way too much sweet syrupy nastiness poured on pretty much all the rolls just ruins whatever is in them, and with that sauce, you can hardly say what really is inside. The tempura rolls ended up cold, and a cold shrimp tempura really isnt worth the pain your heart will feel. The crab in the spider roll was so so, and suffers from the same problem. The spicy tuna is VERY spicy, which always makes me wonder what they are hiding. Avoid the rolls. Nigiri : Fairly generous pieces, but be picky. Some of the pieces are clearly not as fresh as others and you can see it right off when they are breaking apart at the connective tissue. But overall, the salmon was quite decent, and the yellowtail passable. I bailed on the old looking ebi, and tamago, and the tako looked a bit tough and large. My dining team said the unagi was excellent. Of course, its a sushi boat place, so each nigiri has a TON of rice underneath. Choose carefully. Sashimi : make sure you notice it perched above you at the boat bar. You can get plain plates of just tuna, or mixed, with smoked salmon, what looked like tai (but hell you know its tilapia, hehe) and assorted other stuff. There was no hirame anywhere. Boo. Probably your best bet when you come here so that you get some decent fish and dont overfill on rice. Assorted other stuff : the fried bananas are evil good, but not my favorite, but my companions ate them up like they were going out of style. Gyoza, small, a bit greasy, but generally tasty. Could have been cooked a wee bit less. Didnt try the cucumber salad, since they brought it out after I could no longer breath. Deep fried chicken, fine if you like that kind of thing, but no need to eat it unless you hate fish or something, but then, why are you here if that's the case? Price : Thu - Sun its 12.95 per person, plus tax, and tip. Cant complain about that. Just one problem with this place - one diner, and one only, ate oysters. Let's just say that she didnt expect to spend so much time in the bathroom this afternoon. Caution!

    (3)

  • Jarrod L.

    This place is ok. I've had better sushi other places. Not bad for all you can eat. The ribs were good. I prefer the all you can places were you order off the menu, not wait to comes floating by on the little boats.

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  • K R.

    NEVER FAILS! Always satisfies our cravings for Sushi. I just wish we had some closer to the bay.

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  • Jun T.

    I love this place!!! there are so many sushi buffet's out there but this is the only place i found that actually serves really good sushi rolls that's not over packed with rice. This is also the only place i found that includes sashimi as part of the buffet. I love that raw fish!!! By far one of the best sushi places in town!!!

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  • Tiffany P.

    This is the best sushi buffet I've ever been to. I'm definitely not saying that the sushi is the best I've ever tasted, but considering you're paying $13 for all you can eat, it's pretty fantastic. It seems like the main complaints about this place are the ambiance and the wait. Well, first, I don't really expect buffets or any sort to be trendy and stylish. Second, the wait is considerably shorter than it has been in the past. I remember waiting hours to get in and having to wait in line a half hour before the place opened. This is no longer the case. My boyfriend and I went in on a weekend during peak lunch-time hours (1pm), and we were seated within 10 minutes. Now, granted you're going with a large group, you will definitely have to wait longer, but you don't have to be a rocket scientist to figure that one out. If you're wondering which sushi buffet to go to here in Davis, I'd choose Fuji's over Davis Sushi Buffet. Fuji's has much better sushi, and the sushi chefs are really nice. I give them 5 stars for being the best buffet in town.

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  • Clayton R.

    It's good, but it's not worth standing in a line that stretches a block to get in. I mean you're either at the bar, with throngs of people reaching over you or you're in the mob. It's a lose-lose.

    (2)

  • Stacey L.

    It's been about 2 years since I've been out to Davis. We were driving by on our way back from Tahoe and decided to all drop in. You can't beat $12.95 all you can eat sushi back in SF. Granted I believe the price m lunch. I believe it was a tad cheaper the last time I was here. Great variety. They also have sashimi plates and you can order hand rolls and tempura etc from the back counter. I'm glad we got seated in 5 minutes with a group of 14 people (we had to split between two tables and came towards the end of lunch service). The last time I came up, we got there an hour before they opened and there was still a massive line.

    (3)

  • Nancy Y.

    If you like chunks of cream cheese in every bite, Fuji's is the place for you. Its not too pricey for all you can eat, but honestly, you start feeling a little nauseous after the third roll. The atmosphere is okay--nothing special. I happened to be sitting next to someone who hadn't showered in a while (not Fuji's fault), and it didn't help that he had to reach over me to grab his little boats every couple of minutes (Fuji's fault). But I digress. The first two lines provide a valid reason for checking out a different sushi place (for those of you who are on the fence about it)

    (2)

  • linh d.

    Good for soft shell crabs, oysters, snow crabs & sushi. Make sure you ask them to make the first 3 dishes above.

    (3)

  • Brian W.

    Favorite sushi place in Davis. I've actually gotten hives from eating here 3 times before, but I'll always take a claritin and everything will be better, and I still come back. The only thing is if you come late for lunch, the quality and selection for food is not that great. I still had my fill but I wish they had a broader variety of food.

    (4)

  • Leevan R.

    Fuji is a nice place to eat at when you're around the Davis area or if you want to experience a sushi buffet. I've read reviews of people comparing the quality of Fuji's fish with other sushi houses and although there are indeed fresher fish out there, you definitely will not pay what Fuji's has to offer. If Fuji were to offer "Top Quality" fish, then they wouldn't be able to charge their amazing price of [it varies depending on if it's a weekend or weekday but you'll most likely spend $15 for everything] for a sushi buffet. Not only do they serve sushi rolls, but they also make hand rolls, sashimi, BBQ sticks, Gyozas, tempura, and SOFT SHELL CRABS! And all of this is available in the buffet! The line gets long so I suggest you show up 1 hour early before the opening. So for people who live in San Francisco like me.... "Is the drive worth it?" I say it's worth it and you should give it a try. Then you could decide for yourself if it's worth it to come back. Enjoy!

    (4)

  • Rachel G.

    Drunk girls aren't all that discriminating. If you put a plate of wasabi and soy covered cigarette butts (mmmmm -- I heart cigarettes!) in front of my face after a day of champagne drinking, I would probably pick up my chopsticks and proclaim it to be the finest quality sushi I've ever had. I should have known better than to think I would get quality sushi in Davis. After all, it is land locked. However, I was willing to overlook this, and continue the drunken charade that was last Sunday's "Spa Day". Yes, I am the girl that ordered sashimi in Davis. Probably the only one ever. For always. Because people in Davis eat In n' Out. So the Hamachi Sashimi came. It was a little slimy, a little grey and it smelled like canned tuna. I tossed back the rest of my sake and beer and waived the waiter over politely (what?!? It MIGHT be true). We told him that our sashimi smelled like dirty vag and that we didn't want it. He looked at the sashimi, looked at us, looked at the ground and said, "Well, it was just defrosted today." Check please! I don't pay for defrosted sushi. The other waiter hurried over and hurriedly tried to smooth over the first waiters mistake. "No the sashimi is fresh, it's the radish that you're smelling. That was defrosted today." Whatever, dude. The cat's totally out of the bag already. Speaking of which -- you might just find that in your roll at Fuji. mmmmmm. cat.

    (2)

  • Anthony N.

    Buffet style, in a hectic, often over-crowded place that's more of a fire hazard than a restaurant. The food is usually better when there isn't a buffet, as the fish is disproportional to the amount of size they try to stuff into the dishes. However, for those feeling hungry, there's no better bang for your buck in the Davis area.

    (3)

  • Valerie G.

    This is an amazing sushi spot. I think its going to be the go to place after each snowboarding trip. Usually when places say "all you can eat" they have a limitation on servings. Fuji Sushi was rather generous with their portions. I was in sushi heaven haha. What normally would cost $30 for a plate of assorted shashimi we got for $17 AND unlimited. I will forever be loyal to this place because I love sushi haha.. MUST check it out ,.

    (5)

  • alex c.

    Maybe it was the fact that we had been snow boarding all day, hadn't eaten much, and had only had about 2 hrs sleep in 24 hrs, but this place was hella good last night! We got there around 8pm only 3 of 7 in our party was there, they sat us down at the bar anyway. The staff was very friendly and fast! I couldn't believe how quickly the rolls came out when we ordered from the chef. We defiantly ate more that $20 of sushi each. We all paid together, I was the only one who had a beer, when the check arrived it had the total amount at the bottom and the hostess had put each persons total at the top making the check a breeze to collect money from everyone. This will defiantly be our dinner stop on the way home from Tahoe from now on!

    (5)

  • Alex L.

    3.5 stars! Would only go if you like to eat sashimi! however, some pieces were way too cold like I am chewing an ice cube! but this place is so far the best place that serve good sashimi in Davis!

    (3)

  • Mimay W.

    great service. They keep coming back to fill the hot tea. The waiter is quick and responsive. He also took orders for grilled salmon teriyaki, tempura, and other dishes. My favorites: Avocado on top of tempura rolls. Fried tofu soft shell crab fried oysters sashimi tiramisu was great! fried sesame balls very kid friendly,and priced fairly for kids cons: bathroom needs a hose down, should be easy to do since it's all tiles.

    (4)

  • Elaine S.

    First time was good, second time was OK. A good variety to choose from. Good deal for the the price. I like this Fuji more than the one in Sacramento. The quality is better here. This is a good place to go on the way back from Reno or Tahoe as a pass trhough for dinner. There is no one particular item that "wowed" me to make me come back for 3rd time. Staff is extremely nice and helpful.

    (3)

  • Maryrose S.

    Pretty good for the price. For $17, you get a decent selection, but not necessarily the best quality of sushi. Hovering over the other diners to grab a boat was awkward for me. Once I figured out that I could order sashimi directly from the person behind the glass, it was a little better. The sashimi also tasted a little more fresh that way than waiting for it to show up on a boat. We went on a Sunday afternoon. They were out of several of the dishes we wanted to try. That left me thinking that we were on the tail end of their inventory; and praying that I wouldn't get sick. Fortunately, all was fine in the end. I'd go back if I'm in the area.

    (3)

  • Aaron T.

    All you can eat sushi! I mean all of it!

    (5)

  • Francis O.

    Since the take over of the new ownership, the quality of the food has gone down. If you really want to eat good sushi, check out Davis Sushi around the corner. If you want the service and quality of the 'old' Fuji's, the original owners have opened up a Fuji's in Elk Grove, across the street from the Auto Mall. Even the original Sushi chef's are catering to customers there. This place is fine, if you want to get a quick fill for a meal...But not as good as it used to be.

    (3)

  • food lover t.

    Worst sushi I ever had. They are not so great and don't seem fresh at all. No wonder their price so cheap for dinner. waittress was rude, we sat for only 10 min and she already gave us a bill. not coming back here again.

    (1)

  • Camille T.

    I went back to Fuji Sushi and now I have to write an update. Usually, 3 stars means it was mediocre and I would not go back. Now, without going to Davis Sushi, I probably would have gone back to Fuji if ever I was in the Davis area and craving mass amounts of sushi, but I'm going to have to reduce a star because I wouldn't. I found better, fresher, hotter (temperature wise) food and for the same price, the winner is Davis Sushi Buffet.

    (3)

  • Hunter G.

    I tried to give Fuji's zero stars but that wasn't an option. Did you know that in Japan a sushi chef must train for seven years? The first year is spent as an apprentice washing dishes and I think in the second year they are allowed to cut some garnish. "What's so hard about making sushi?" you say. Did you know that there is a special rice used for sushi? Did you know that it is supposed to be seasoned? It's not supposed to be soggy Calrose. Did you know that the chef picks out the fish and feels it and smells it to make sure it is of the best quality? I can say with a fair amount of confidence that no one at Fuji's knows any of this or that at the very least they do not practice it. I am shocked by the amount of people that will wait in line outside for horrible sushi. Yeah, maybe they are a bunch of poor college students taking advantage of the all-you-can-eat but life is too short for bad sushi. Go to San Francisco.

    (1)

  • Wes R.

    I heard about a sushi place that was all you can eat from a friend that went to UCD. Hmmm that sounds interesting I thought. Well I was really hungry on the way home from Tahoe and thought why not all you can eat sushi? My group arrived here and it was packed! The line was out the door! Surprisingly it only took 10-15 minutes until our party of 5 got seated. Once seated a nice gentleman busing tables helped us out because we looked like newbs. He gave us the low down on who to ask for fried food and sashimi. Once settled in, we attacked the sushi which was a bunch of randomness. It wasn't spectacular (mediocre at best) and the sashimi salmon you could tell wasn't fresh (frozen). The only thing I enjoyed here was the fried wonton with cream cheese. It was good but all i could eat was 6. Would I go back here? Only if I was drunk!

    (3)

  • Steven S.

    Looking to stuff yourself? Find Fuji, and for $16 you can do just that with their informal all-you-can eat sushi boat fare. Needless to say, with quantity comes the sacrifice in quality: low-end sashimi, deep fried crab that weighs you down, hastily molded nigiri, and overly sauced rolls. Not the way sushi should be eaten, but, hey, what does it matter when you go to all-you-can-eat sushi.

    (2)

  • Linda L.

    when i first went to fujis i was a student at uc davis and i have to admit i did not like it very much and the wait was horrible (hours!). the sashimi had a weird taste to me and if it came from the boat it didnt taste fresh... BUT i recently went back with a few military friends cause thats what they wanted for dinner and i have to say there was NO wait and it tastes much better then before. BUT you still get what you pay for, dont expect top of the line sushi for $12(lunch)-$17(dinner) but its worth it if you have a huge appetite like my friends do. Dinner includes bottomless drinks and miso soup. Fujis is not like traditional sushi buffets, you can order any sashimi you want, deep fried softshell crab (not in a roll), shrimp tempura, fried oysters, raw oyrsters, kalbi, chicken skewers, tobiko and all the other sushi rolls. The fried bananas are yummy. I'd say I would come back here again, it's worth a try if you never been before.

    (4)

  • H J.

    I have no idea why Davis students wake up super early in the morning to line up at this sushi restaurant. My freshman year was the first and only time I ate sushi here. The quality of the sushi is usually horrible at sushi buffets, like this one. I felt like chewing on old rubber bands to be honest. It's seriously overpriced for such low-quality sushi. And the decor is just gross.

    (1)

  • Nir B.

    Back in the college Days this used to be my spot. Man do I miss it. I came back for my first time in 6 years just last Friday on the way to Reno and it brought back many memories. The only bad memory is that the price has gone up a lot. Back in the day it was a steal at $6.99 for all you can eat and now it's $13.99!!! Regardless, the sushi here is about average. It's not the best but you get a great selection. The selection has become a lot bigger (which probably explains the high spike in price) since back in the day. I did remember how much I disliked the "hidden menu" since I saw people ordering random stuff that I don't see on any of their menus. Regardless, it was good to see this place is still going strong and doing well!!

    (4)

  • Rosan D.

    I LOVE Fuji's. All you can eat sushi is always a plus, BUT at a place that knows how to make sushi makes it even better. I'm really happy they started to open for dinner, because it was always hard to make it here in time for lunch because the wait alone would be long. You can either take sushi off the boats, OR you can ask for special orders. Best part is being able to include sashimi in the all you can eat portion, so it's definitely worth the price.

    (4)

  • Kenny V.

    I love sushi and how u can request it at a buffet.. Been here many times and always satisfying, never disappointed.. Come try out this wonderful all u can eat sushi.

    (4)

  • Ken L.

    This is probably the best sushi buffet place in Davis. You get quite a bit of variety, and everything does not taste the same unlike some of the other places. Their cooked items are great if it's hot - hamachi collar, chicken wings, fried oysters, teriyaki chicken, all good. The menu items like the ikura nigiri are always good and fresh. However, I do feel that sometimes, depending on when you go, the fish isn't that fresh. I've had their salmon several times, and seriously, I can't taste anything at all...it's actually a bit rubbery. The maguro like all sushi buffets is just pretty bland and not good. I also didn't feel quite right after having some of their fried oysters this one time. My recommendation, go there during a busy night so at least you're getting the freshest items. If you do that, then this is a nice place to eat.

    (3)

  • Eric K.

    This is the iconic sushi buffet restaurant of Davis. The sushi is mediocre in quality and you would never normally go here for an a la carte meal, but at $10 per person for as much sushi (and of any type that you want), this place is a wonderful treat. The sushi chefs are always friendly even despite the demanding mob that they need to deal with. The food is always consistent and you always leave satisfied. Whether this place is worth the wait, however, is a different story. I would never eat here if I had something else to do during my afternoon and I typically go on holidays when Davis empties. ==== Rubric: 5 = Mindblowing 4 = Excellent 3 = I see the charm 2 = Disappointing 1 = Never again

    (3)

  • Kristen T.

    best sushi buffet ever for only 12.99!!! i'll admit the sushi here isnt thee greatest but hey! for only $13 for all you can eat...sounds good to me! for sushi...they have your regular rolls...avocado, california, eel, tuna, salmon, shrimp, etc. and a special one...i believe it's california topped with eel. not too sure tho. they also have sashimi, potstickers, these clear noodles, tempura (not that crispy tho..), chicken skewers, and more! you can also ask them to make things for you if you don't see it on their sushi boat! the best thing i like about this place is that you don't have to wait to get your next batch of sushi/food. you can just go up to the counter and pick it up yourself and they always replenish!

    (4)

  • Laura T.

    I gotta say, this is the best Davis sushi buffet! If consider the price, maybe it is the best sushi buffet ever. Great good, many options, quick response to ur orders... the only undesirable thing is it is too popular that most of the time u have to wait a long time to get seated.

    (4)

  • Wilson S.

    Low quality sushi. Messy rolls, sticky rice, low quality fish. Most items on boats weren't sushi, but cheaper tempura dishes. Speciality tools had to be ordered upwards the back of the restaurant which was difficult because of the flow of staff. All you can lunch buffet for $14.95 was overpriced in my mind. Would not return.

    (1)

  • Vincent H.

    Many of our friends drove hours just to eat their sushi and sashimi, so we decided to drop by for lunch on our way back fro Reno. The service was excellent. The waitress asked if we like sashimi or anything else. Since we don't eat sashimi so she brought us fried oyster, soft shell crab, BBQ short rib etc. We got all kinds of sushi and other delicious dishes fro sushi bar and ordered some dishes. It's $13.97 per person all you can eat which would cost $50 if you ordered same thing at a medium price Japanese restaurant. Great fresh food and services. Highly recommended.

    (5)

  • Zee W.

    Fuji's is a popular Davis attraction for the cheap buffet price for sushi. As a college student with limited funds, this was a great place to go for my sushi fix. However, the bad service from the chef my friend and I received the last time has turned me off from this place. Waiters and chefs seem to favor certain customers, which leaves them to neglect the rest of us. There is a great variety -- there are rolls and nigiris for you to choose and you may also special order sashimi, tempura, etc. Not surprisingly, the quality is not suberb. After a while, everything tastes the same. If you're a real sushi lover, spend the extra money to get some quality sushi...and better, equal service.

    (2)

  • Kurt M.

    i love this place! great never ending food, endless amounts of miso soup, best fried bananas and gotta love those sesame balls! -fried chicken wings, good -short ribs, not bad -vegetable tempura, never gets old! (have at least 3 plates) -fried softshell crab, yum stuff warning have a d.d. may fall into a food coma

    (4)

  • Benjamin Z.

    I really liked this place. A nice selection, and everything we tried (sushi, specialty rolls, tempura seafood, beef shortrib) was GREAT! The service was also fast and friendly, and the waitress was cute too! I will definitely be going back, particularly with my 9 year old sushi fiend daughter.

    (4)

  • Food M.

    this place is great. chefs are quick and efficient. Fish is fresh. Great soft shell crab. Good ratio of fish to rice.

    (5)

  • Leah C.

    I've been going here since I was 12! My sister introduced me to this place since she was going to UC Davis. I love the boats that go around and around the bar and you get to pick anything you want! I LOVE this place. ALL you can eat buffet for $13! It used to be alot cheaper but heeyy everything is more expensive now a days! Their fried soft crab is good, salmon sashimi is yummie, I LOVE it all actually! Im just a big fan of sushi! I'm not a fan of how small the place is and how busy it gets, you have to get there early to just stand in line but this place hits my sushi spot everytime and I have to remove my belt once I leave and that's a happy LEAH! =)

    (4)

  • Daniela V.

    This sushi buffet is as good as it gets! Words can't express how much I love this place :) If you love sushi, this is the place for you. It's only 12 bucks for lunch and 17 for dinner and yes it is a buffet so you can stuff your face with as much sushi as you can handle. I like to sit at the bar because I think its super cute how the sushi floats by on little boats. But if you don't have the patience to wait for your favorite dish to float by then all you do is ask any of the many chefs for a whole plate of any of the menu items. My husband and I always order a big plate of fried shrimp! I love the huge variety of sushi and my husband loves the sashimi (raw salmon). Aside from those delicious items there are so many to mention that I won't even try. But some unexpected surprises are fried bananas- they are to die for! And there's also this coffee caramel flavored cake that I love too. Just thinking about it makes me want to drive over there. My husband and I actually have driven to Davis just to eat here! We actually plan to stop here any time we are in the Sacramento area- that's how much we love it! The only thing is that since this place is so yummy we usually have to wait for a table but the food is definitely worth the wait!

    (5)

  • Morgan L.

    Sure it's all you can eat but how much sushi do you want to eat anyway? On top of that it's not 13 dollars. In case you didn't remember the tired but true aphorism, time is money, people. Even if you make minimum wage, standing in line with a bunch of idiots costs you 8 bucks an hour and if you're not a student more likely somewhere between 15-30. This is easily an hour wait so jack that price up to 20-30 bucks. Now ask yourself, is this place worth 30 bucks?

    (2)

  • Angel S.

    Until recently, you would have to arrive around 9:45 a.m. to get a seat once it opens. Clearly the popularity of Fuji's comes from its value. You get all the sushi and sashimi you can eat and all popular rolls made to order for under $12. The sushi was just ok (slightly above average) and after gorging on an endless array of sushi, all the dishes start to taste the same. The overall dining experience is just okay. It tends to get too disorganized and chaotic.

    (3)

  • Andy H.

    The only other sushi buffet I've tried other than Fuji's is Mizus, which is sub-par. Fuji's is a great place to go to with a big group and big stomachs. All their sushi is really good for a buffet; you can even order bigger rolls such as the Dragon roll, Davis roll, and the Spider roll. Other than sushi, they have a vast array of appetizers and fried foods which are a little oily but still pretty bomb. If you're in Davis this is the place to eat!

    (5)

  • Sofi P.

    I don't care if its a cheap all you can eat sushi place. Its not worth the money if you're just gonna get sick afterwards from eating nasty sushi that isn't fresh. Eww. Not even worth the time to write a review. Sampled my friends sushi rolls and they were all drizzled in teriyaki and mayo sauce. You couldn't even tell what roll it was anymore since it was drenched in all that nasty sauce. Katsu Donburi sucked ass. The katsu was soggy and wet, disgusting tasting. Udon noodles were limp and broth was bland. This is one of the worst sushi restaurants I've been too. Service was extremely slow. I got my food after everyone was done eating theirs. You disgust me Fuji *kicks the door of the restaurant* Ha take that!

    (1)

  • Roxanne K.

    This place is definitely worth the wait and price if you can eat a lot of sushi for lunch. I don't usually eat sashimi so I wouldn't feel comfortable rating that portion of their menu. The rolls that don't contain sashimi are basically all the same plus or minus certain sauces. But I love them since they do have all the heavy sauces on them. The chefs have, on every occasion I've gone, prepared any special requests me or my party would have which is GREAT. Some other sushi buffets won't let you order off their LIMITED menu. I went here for dinner twice (no buffet at dinner) and their items aren't really spectacular so Dinner is a no here. PROS: large selection, good tasting non-sashimi rolls, good sesame chicken. CONS: Waiting in line, crowded, loud

    (3)

  • Kathy W.

    Good food for a great price! The staff is awesome and attentive. This is definitely my favorite place for Japanese food. When I was in college the lines at this place would wrap around the block and there was easily an hour wait for a table, but it seems to have mellowed out a bit. I love to go for lunch, dinner can be a bit pricey. They have so many options to choose from, whether you're into the raw stuff or not. My husband digs the rainbow rolls and the salmon, while I'm more into the tempura, dragon rolls and the unagi. This is definitely a great place to get your feet wet.

    (4)

  • Tho V.

    Pros: unlimited oysters; unlimited sashimi Cons: it can take up to 2 hours to get seating Gosh, I went here when I was still in love with sushi and it was really heaven. I've grown out of my love for raw fish, not raw oysters though, but I have to be honest: this place is worth the wait for you sushi lovers out there. Imagine anything you can ever want in unlimited quantity (well nothing is truly unlimited but...you know what I mean), which would only be curbed by how much your stomach can expand. Keep in mind people do crowd around the bar where you get your sushi. One great thing about it is that you can order exactly what you want, say, yellow tail sashimi, which was my favorite raw fish (it sounds a bit yucky now). I don't know what the chances are of me coming back. I would if occasion permits.

    (4)

  • kim w.

    NOW ALL YOU CAN EAT SUSHI BUFFET FOR DINNER TOO!! it used to be only brunch-lunch, starting from 11am I only come here when I visit my friend in davis. USUALLY there is a looooooooooooongggggggggggass line 2hours before the restaurant opens. cos for $13 all you can eat rolls, sashimi, soft shell crab, oysters!! who wouldnt line up. This july 4th weekend, we thought they were closed...no line...how peculiar..BUT THEY WERE OPEN!!!! and we were 2nd in line!! oysters werent so fresh this time...i usually eat like 50plates of it. so minus 1 star.

    (4)

  • Matthew W.

    Legend says that Fuji's is the AYCE sushi buffet in Davis that started it all. Still, with so much competition such as Nobus and Davis Sushi Buffet, I laugh at the site of Fuji's long lines on Saturday/Sunday mornings. It's good but not THAT good. A downtown classic, it makes me feel like a freshman again.

    (4)

  • Darren L.

    If you call this sushi then mc donalds would be fine dining. The rice on the sushi was soggy and the salmon was not fresh. The ordering process was terrible. You have to order from chefs that don't give you any eye contact. The restaurant has only one restroom so be prepared to stand in line for a while. The free drinks were watered down. I suggest going to the other sushi Buffett around the corner. San Francisco has wayyyyyyy better sushi than Davis.

    (1)

  • Steven C.

    Davis Sushi Buffet totally killed the aura of this place. Before they were around the block you would have masses lining up before opening trying to get into the first wave of hungry sushi eaters and now it's just bleh. They have a good variety of rolls and they never run short of anything. Alright maybe the soft shell crab but other than that they're prepared when they open up. Love how they have fat platters on top of the sushi bar for the bigger tables so we don't need to grab 5 plates that only have 3 pieces. Use to eat sashimi here a lot but then it started tasting like they did a failed insta defrost of the whole fish. Don't come here for dinner, it's not worth the extra money because you can get some hot food and what not. Damn you Davis Sushi Buffet for killing the aura of this place but good thing is the wait for a table is shorter if any.

    (4)

  • stephanie n.

    $12.95 for all you can eat sushi during lunch, JUST GREATTTT! , but sadly the food wasn't great, I think there were only 3 dishes that I actually like. The waiter was nice, but didn't come check if we needed any drinks . The shrimp tempura were very soggy, Like people always say you get what you pay for. A little disappointing because we drove up from san jose. all in all it was OKAY

    (3)

  • Karen Y.

    Amazing!!!!!

    (4)

  • Santos F.

    By far one of the best, if not Thee best sushi and japanese buffets i have been to. Its all fresh, service is good, but it can get very crowded so waiting for a seat will probably happen but the food and atmosphere make it worth the wait. Sesame balls are so addicting!!!!!

    (4)

  • Francine L.

    BEST DEAL on all you can eat sushi!!! The sushi and sashmi is fresh and so many varieties to choose from (way more than I see in non buffet Japanese restaurants!). Only complaint I have is that you have to get there early to get in the long line before lunch starts. What can you expect when you're getting such great sushi at an incredible price!

    (5)

  • Jimmy C.

    This place is under new management, and since then has improved significantly. Their fried items come out in smaller batches, so chances are you'll get a fresh plate that's still warm. This is much better than before when they would unload a large number into the boats, many of which would not get picked up and be left floating there for who knows how long. The fish has improved as well. I haven't encountered any ice cubes. However, there is still lots of variance as they butcher whole fish, and the cuts are different throughout.

    (4)

  • Glen H.

    I came here for lunch for a friend's birthday, and I did not have to bomb the toilet. I might start coming here again, but I might also think that Davis Sushi Buffet is better.

    (4)

  • judy l.

    Everyone usually knows of Fuji's in Davis for the all-you-can-eat lunch buffet for under $15 a person!!! I've only been here during the buffet so I can only rate accordingly. Coming to Davis from SF for sushi is kind of crazy but I've done it before....with the help of a Davis friend putting down our name on a typcial Saturday morning. We still ended up waiting for about 30mins until we got seated after my arrival in Davis. The sushi buffet is definitely not like any in SF; there is lots of variety which you can order from and it does not cost anything extra. At most places, they will charge you extra for sashimi, or tempura, and you will probably never order specialty rolls again at full price if you can shove a few more pieces down your stomach during the buffet. It can get crowded on the weekends but I try to avoid that by going during the weekdays. Sushi chefs are patient and friendly and will customize any roll, handroll, or special order you might have. However, for the amount that you are paying, the fish is not always the best quality. I guess the trade-off is decent quality fish for a cheap lunch buffet. I usually have 2-3 orders of Sake, Davis Roll, and misc rolls here and there....and finish off with some fried bananas or oranges. I end up walking out of there stuffed and completely satisfied.

    (4)

  • Quinallison J.

    Finally I got to try it. I've been waiting for months to go to this place. It brings a tear to my eye there's not one in San Francisco or anywhere near there. It was definitely good considering the price. I know my friend has mentioned Sushi Nobu's fish being more fresh, but hey, I'll go there too. Any place with endless amounts of good rolls and sashimi is good enough for me since I'm not around sac/davis much. Thanks Regina! I'm ready for Sushi Nobu now :)

    (4)

  • Abby A.

    Wow. This place is amazing. You get any type of sushi roll, cooked or raw, for only 12.95!! It's worth it. The potstickers are on point and the service is great. The sushi is made quick. I'd you come around 12, expect a longgggg wait. Not much of a dessert selection, but they do have a mean fried bananas. I don't even like bananas. If you come here, come hungry because every bite is worth eating. Yum yum yum.

    (5)

  • Christina T.

    Great deal for all-you-can-eat seafood and sashimi. I always love to go here when I visit Davis. The rolls aren't that special but for the price they offer, you can't be too picky. I personally like ordering the fried seafood and sashimi. I don't usually order the sushi since rice fills you up easily. The waiters are very attentive and always available if you need help or want to order something. Overall, it's a great value for a sushi buffet.

    (4)

  • jamie c.

    i went here with almost twenty guys and i'm not boning any of them. yet. (we were coming home from a super smash bros. tournament thing). anyhow, my friends enjoyed their time here thoroughly - it's cheap and fast. and guys are into that. being a vegetarian/vegan/something, however, i had a lonely, overpriced time. the employees, however, are really friendly. davis sucks my shit, by the way.

    (2)

  • Nelson C.

    Being a UC Davis alumni, I must stay true to this place. My buddies and I were here last night after a Tahoe trip. After snowboarding for 4+ hours, we were all famished and Fuji was the perfect cure. Fuji's had a face-lift since my last visit, both its exterior and interior looks newer and cleaner. The food was about the same, the sushi was saucy as usual. Their deep fried soft-shell crab is my new fav since they had stop serving raw oysters. For $16, it was definitely worth going out of my way to get my sushi fix.

    (4)

  • Linda C.

    Jyeah...two stars, because it goes something like THIS: arrive 1 hour early. HYUGE LINE. name on board. WAIT. wait. WAIT. wait. FINALLY IN. eat-medioce-sushi-stuff. Honestly, I've only ever come to this place less than 10x in all my years at Davis. It 's not that special. Mediocre sushi/sashimi that just barely hits the okay mark. Granted, for starving college students all you can eat sushi for 14 bucks isn't too bad. But for a spoiled foodie like me, it's only a once in a while thing. I also hated having to wake up early on weekends just to get in line for this and were it not for people who are willing to get in line FOR me, I probably would not have come on my own accord. I think waiting in line for an hour is rediculous, especially for medioce sushi. I have to say though, some of the sushi guys are nice because they put extra salmon skin in my salmon skin handroll :) Okay for davis, but meh otherwise....

    (2)

  • Katie S.

    I totally believe that the lunch buffet is great, but when I came in for a dinner at around 8pm on a weekday, the place was dead. After we were seated we considered that they might actually be closed. The sushi chefs were cleaning everything up and it took a good 10 minutes for anyone to ask what we wanted (or if we even wanted menus or water). Once we'd ordered the food was decent, but not anything special. I don't even remember much about our food except for the sweet potato roll. I'd consider going back to Fuji despite my bad experience, just to try that again. It was amazing. Also, the bathroom was so gross that my friend and I both opted not to use it. That's pretty bad.

    (2)

  • T J.

    love it!!!

    (5)

  • Leilani O.

    OMG! I'm miserable! I ate tooo much! After hearing from a friend and coworker how much they love this place, my family had to go & find out for ourselves. We had a great experience. It's our first time here and I give Fuji's a 5-star! This place beats many sushi bar here in Fairfield, even Vallejo. Fuji's got Good Quality Food, Awesome Price, Attentive, Friendly & Courteous people...it's unbeatable! We heard that it gets crowded at lunch so we went for dinner. Dinner is at 5pm but we got there at 4:50, no line outside, they gave us a table right away (2 star already). By 5:45 the place was packed. My daughter & I love Sushi and Sashimi. We've always gone to Sushi King (Green Valley)...not anymore. We won't pay $9 for a 4-pc Spider roll at King's when we can have all types of rolls at Fuji's for $16.95 (dinner) including beverages. Variety Sashimi, Spider roll, Tempura roll, Y2K, Davis roll, Calif. roll. were just a few things we tried and man! were we stuffed?...but we're going back for more...and we'll be bringing friends.

    (5)

  • Angela P.

    All you can eat Lunch time... unlimited OYSTERS unlimited SASHIMI-anything unlimited salmon skin hand rolls.... unlimited anything you want. All for $15. I went with 3 coworkers. We must have had 20 oysters each. Imagine how much that alone would have been. I know what you are thinking about sushi quality and buffets...but no...i'm sushi snob and its good quality fish.

    (3)

  • Melanie C.

    i went here for my best friends birthday. delicious i must say. i can't wait to go back there when i am in that area again. great service. great food. i was there during dinner time. around 6pm. so it wasn't too crowded. but i heard the lines get quite long.

    (5)

  • Sara G.

    Pretty awesome sushi...I enjoyed trying out different stuff...even though I did order my favorite deep fried Alaskan roll ...its a place every person should try out once in Davis ...just go on an empty stomach for sure :)

    (4)

  • Leslie K.

    I don't know how many times I've heard about this place, seen pictures on people's Facebooks of their stacks of sushi plates like they completed a challange on Man V. Food, or was told about how long they had to wait in line and how early they had to get there just to get in for lunch, but I finally got around to having the famous Fujis sushi. And sadly, it did not live up to the hype. Luckily when I went there school was in session and there wasn't that many people. So no waiting in line. Score. It's smaller than I expected it to be. No wonder there's such a huge wait on busy days. We get in there, get seated and order our drinks. Then we get up and get to picking our sushi and grubbing. The sushi on the boats were your typical kinds. A couple of fried stuff here and there, but mostly just California rolls and some stuff that tasted like it came out of the fridge or have been floating there for awhile. To get the quality rolls you have to order from the guy who's frantically rolling them for every buffet goer. And when you're in a buffet, you know you're gonna milk it for all its worth. The made to order sushi was pretty good. Not the best, but fulfilling. I liked their fried oysters, which you also had to ask for since they don't have them floating around on their little boats. Overall, it's a good place to get your sushi fix if you're hungry, like to get most out of your money, and don't really care for top-notch sushi. It's pretty much a place to grub to your heart's desire. I wouldn't wait in line for it though.

    (3)

  • Tim D.

    Good sushi, but just good. They make everything fresh like tempura and fried banana, which is nice. Overall just good. A bit more expensive than the other sushi places around.

    (3)

  • Tiffany T.

    My friends and I are obsessed with this place and will wait any amount of time to sit at that boat for the sushi buffet. This was the first sushi buffet I've been to (Not including Todai...) and I have to say it's very impressive. I didn't expect their rolls to be as big as they were during the buffet time. Actually, I didn't expect to be able to order a roll. It's awesome. I came here once for dinner, and it was completely dead. The boat was empty minus one or two trays. When you have a lot of time, come here for the sushi buffet. You won't regret it.

    (5)

  • Brian P.

    Ahhh the wait... waited a damn hour for this place.. was it worth it... IMO i think not. The food was mediocre... but the soft shelled crab and oysters were excellent. The sushi and sashimi didn't seem all the great or the quality of it didn't seem to fresh. The Sashimi was frozen before i believe... not fresh at all... AND THE DAMN ORANGES THEY SERVE... some of them were rotting in the middle...! NOT GOOD! I'm giving this place 3 stars, because of the all you can eat, the soft shelled crab and oysters... and the pricing.. you really can't beat the price... for the price of 2 soft shelled crab and 10 oysters.. i think i ate over 12.95 worth. haha

    (3)

  • Rand M.

    The place reminds me of what sushi would be like everywhere had sushi been invented in Brooklyn. The place is noisy and crowded, and the pickup area for those not at the bar is way in the back where you have to squeeze in and out. Orders need to be shouted. Those who go there a lot know what to do. Newcomers like me just have to watch and figure it out. The more you go probably the more tricks you learn, and perhaps even discover other things on the menu you can request from the 'chefs'. As for quality, everything tasted fresh to me, so the sashimi and plain nigiri are probably the best values. The rolls were very sweet saucy, the salmon grills very bony, and the tempura looked very greasy and overcooked. More for people who like to eat a lot of sushi than for people who like suchi. But everyone who goes there know that.

    (3)

  • Eric and Crystal F.

    this USED to be my favorite sushi spot. it was hard to hear from friends that the restaurant had PETS of their own lurking around. yes, PETS as in roaches. i never saw any, but could believe it. the place isn't really clean, and the restrooms are straight up nasty. don't get me wrong, i love the food, but don't think i'd eat here again. northern cali should really think about gettin zagat ratings & reviews.

    (1)

  • Vince A.

    I love Fuji's. Whenever I visit my sister we eat here. And thats about 2-3 times a month. The chefs are friendly and do a great job. Last night we drove up to Davis and came 5 min before they were about to close and they let us in order off menu plus the made us alot more and even take home the extras!!! Variety is not the biggest but for the price, they are the best!!

    (4)

  • Kenneth H.

    food isn't bad. almost met the hype i heard 4 years ago. since then, the prices have gone up and i suppose the quality of the food went down a little. maybe? i don't know. i came here with my parents and cousin and our experience was pretty good. we just came from mizu in sacramento (this place sucks) because we wanted to compare. the sashimi isn't bad IF and only IF you know to ask for some fresher pieces. they seem to give the more frozen pieces to newcomers and treat the regulars well--they don't really need more business anyway.. the food's pretty good, but the employees are chinese... if that matters to anyone. they have a menu you can order from, too, so you don't have to pick from the circling boats. the fried oysters and fried softshell crab is delicious. AND on top of that, the girls that usually come in are cuuuute :)

    (3)

  • Cat D.

    Haha, yess...I came out all the way to Davis for the buffet on a Saturday. I gotta say, it was pretty good. Not the best I've had, but very good for what you're paying for. Plus, the servers were really nice for all the demands they get. All you can eat sashimi (w/o toro), soft shell crab, spider roll, unagi, pot stickers, fried banana, and oranges?! I'M ALL OVER THAT!

    (4)

  • Ben X.

    Good deal for 12, I doubt you could find better. Food quality leaves something to be desired, and there's heavy rice. But hey, it's 12 bucks, and it's fish! Plus you can get Softshell Crab and Oysters if you want, so it's definitely worth it. Make sure you order some Sashimi and Softshell, get your money's worth for sure. I wouldn't pay more than 12, to be honest.

    (4)

  • James L.

    If you want to wait in absurdly long lines for quantity and not quality, eat here. The sushi is mediocre at best: the sushi rice isn't seasoned well, the fish is okay at best, and often it's actually stale. In fact most everything has a slightly "stale" quality in flavor, and there's a definite feeling of "slipshod" in way the rolls are made. Even when my boyfriend and I were living and studying in Davis we'd make the effort to drive to Fairfield and have fantastic sushi, sashimi, and yosenabe at Izumi for about $27 each. Sorry, I'm a thrifty college student just like the rest of Fuji's clientele and I love stuffing myself silly just as much as anyone else, but I'd feel worse wasting $12 on an unimpressive all-you-can-eat meal than spending $27 on a spectacular meal where I even have tasty leftovers to take home. That's just me. Fuji gets two stars instead of one because it's not disgustingly dirty or rife with bad service, and because one of the sushi chefs there was freaking hot and worth a look-see. However, I would never go back again of my own accord.

    (2)

  • Allen Y.

    This is one of my favorite davis places to eat. I love to fast all day and go straight to the sushi boat table and order exactly what I want from the chefs. When I think of sushi, which I love, I think of this place.

    (5)

  • Bigi L.

    Slightly overhyped, in my opinion. I mean, $11 after tips and tax is a good deal for lunch buffet sushi, but the crowd is crazy. If you don't line up before 11:00am, chances are you'd have to wait half an hour minimum. Why the craze? I don't get it. The crazy thing is, you have that kind of wait whether it's weekday, weekend, or even winter break! I think people from Sacramento/Folsom drive their way over here to get Fuji's. Their stuff isn't bad at all, that's true. I don't really care for their sauce though -- on most rolls, it's much too excessive. But the great thing is the sashimis are good, and you are provided unlimited of it as long as you keep asking. (a lot of buffet places only make you eat the fish with the rice...) That might be why this place is popular. If you're the kind of guy who only gets rolls anyway, don't bother coming here. Sashimi is what it's all about here. It would get 4-star from me, but the 30min-1hr wait really kills it. It's ok when you're with friends and talking and you have nothing else to do, but if you're trying to get back to class/ get back to work or anything, it sucks.

    (3)

  • Brian C.

    The food is decent and for the price, you really can't beat it. I am sure this is great for college students on a budget. What I dislike about this place is you have to fight for your food. There's only two small sections where you place your orders and pick up dishes. Once you elbow your way through, expect to wait for your order. If they made this process a little easier on customers, they made turn tables faster.

    (2)

  • Jaime E.

    First time yelping. Since we eat out a lot, might as well put our experience to good use. Today we went to Fuji for dinner because it comes with miso soup and tea or soda. The food is pretty good. There is a wide variety but it may be cold unless you special order it, especially the food on the hidden menu. I usually special order the Lion King roll, soft shell crabs, deep fried oysters, and fried bananas. Those are my favorite. As for the service, you're pretty much on your own because they can get pretty busy. They won't always check to see if you need a refill on your drink so it's best if you keep an eye out and ask for the waitress when she walks by. The price ain't bad either. It is $13.95 for lunch and $17.95 for dinner. I recommend going at dinner time because there is more selection. I also recommend eating at the bar (unless you're with a big group) because if you sit at the table, you have to go over to the bar area and hover over someone to place an order and it can get annoying. You don't want to breathe on someone's neck while waiting for your food. Lastly, what I also like about this place is that they don't charge you for the leftovers you end up not eating. YAY-YAAA.

    (4)

  • Ranier S.

    I used to go here a lot during my college days and it's the best bang for your buck. Before you would have to stay in line for hours. I came here recently and just walked in, with the place being 75% full. What a drastic change, but a welcome change, as the place was nice and spacious and less hectic. All you can eat sushi, sashimi, soft shell crab, etc....anything that they have in their menu, you can order. For dessert, don't forget the fried bananas, YUM!

    (5)

  • Tiffany M.

    Very good sushi, but a bit on the pricey side.

    (4)

  • Lani P.

    I was never a big fan of buffets - more so of a sushi buffet. We drove to Davis to meet with family from Sac - which is probably the only reason we'll come back here again. The line here was half a block down the street (our family got there early, thank god we didn't have to wait in line). If we do come here again, which I doubt, I will just stick with the soft shell crabs and deep fried banana. Next time don't mind just going to downtown Sac at Zen Toro - fyi it's not buffet. update:3/30 - Since when did Zen Toro move to Davis?? I just read on someone's review that it's now Zen Sushi - same owner as Taka's.

    (2)

  • Fiona P.

    I have been here a handful of times with my friends and I have never encountered a problem with this place until 1/28/2013. My friend and I came here around 11am for the lunch buffet ($13.95). We picked up 4 big plates of sushi in addition to sashimi. One of the rolls happened to be the lion king roll. This was my first time trying it and I was starting to feel sick. Good thing the lady at the counter gave us water! It so freakingly disgusting that I could not even touch it. As we were about to pay, the lady at the front told us that she would have to charge us for not finishing at least half of our sushi (we had finished more than half of the other rolls except the lion king roll) or eat it. I know it's wasting food but what the fuck it was so fucking mushy. What annoyed me the most was that she had the nerve to comtemplate how much she would charge us for not finishing it which ended up being 6 bucks! My friend and I did not think it was worth paying six bucks for this disgusting ass roll that we decided to eat it. As I took my first bite, I started to gagging. That's how nasty it was! I could not take it anymore so I tried the davis roll and I started gagging AGAIN. Eventually, my friend had to take one for the team and put some of the sushi into her mouth and go into the bathroom to spit it out. Don't think I'll be coming back here for a while........

    (2)

  • Stella J.

    my favorite sushi buffet place!! the wait is long, but its kind of worth it during lunch time. theres tons of variety for the sushi boat and you can order rolls. im a fan!

    (4)

  • Janice V.

    You can't go wrong for a lunch buffet that only costs $12. Came here for the first time and thought it was great. i like how if you don't like the food on the boats you can order what you want instead. I wish they had something closer like this in SF so i won't have to drive 30-45 mins away just to go here. Their fried bananas are BOMB too! :)

    (4)

  • Sylvia N.

    Four stars. Come on, it's all you can eat! I'm not even a big sushi person, but this place makes me like sushi. I love the fried oysters. They're nice to have. I don't know why, but I love their miso soup too. Yummy yummmm. The best part of all you can eat, is that I can get as many miso soups as I want too. The waiters are not that great, but it's not like you need them anyways. You just get up and go get whatever dish you like. In all, everyone is pretty nice though. It's fun stacking up those plates and seeing how much you and all your friends were able to eat.

    (4)

  • Christine A.

    Their sushi buffet deal is pretty good - $13 for lunch and $16 dinner. With that being said, you get what you pay for. Their sushi is not that good... at all. I don't understand why they have random fried chicken wings or potstickers on the sushi boats. Sashimi - blehhh. Rolls - really messy presentation. If you just want to stuff your face with mediocre / low-quality sushi, then Fuji is the place to go. If you want legit sushi, definitely not the place to be.

    (2)

  • Andrew H.

    Call Yolo County Health Department... call pest control... needless to say my buddy found a dead baby COCKROACH in his edamame bowl... we left immediately will never return. Now reviewing other poor reviews i am SHOCKED to find others with roach experiences a long time ago...

    (1)

  • Rigbiee N.

    2nd time sitting at the sushi bar so worth the wait...love the fresh fish...the workers there are friendly n quick with the service. :)

    (4)

  • Lam M.

    Originally, I was going to give this place 3 stars because of its pricing. For around $18, you get to order sashimi by the plate (although it's a very limited selection of sashimi) and whatever else there is on the menu. You can also grab whatever you want from the floating boats. Things took a turn for the worse when I got home... I instantly got a massive stomachahe and you can probably guess the rest. I should have known better when I saw flies landing on some of the sushi plates. When I first got to Fuji, I was pretty excited about getting to order sashimi by the plate but I was a little disappointed that the salmon was served almost frozen. With that aside, I was still pretty excited that we could order soft shell crab by the plate. Little did I know, it would be the worst soft shell crab I've ever had in my life... and this includes a failed attempt of trying to make it at home. How can you mess up that badly on soft shell crab? The service here was pretty good but honestly, but looking bad, my overall experience was pretty horrible. The plates seem to have been out for awhile with no covers over them. There were flies landing all over the food. I felt the urge to yack a couple of times. I am definitely not coming back.

    (1)

  • Joanne G.

    All week I've been trying to decide if my ten year infatuation with Fuji's was because 1) It used to be really awesome 2) It's always sucked and I just didn't know any better. Anyone remember back in the day the price was $8.99? I think Fuji's was the first place I'd ever tried sashimi. Sushi buffet, two words when put together that normally strike extreme fear in people (including myself). But Fuji's was really good before! I think. Over lunch last Sunday there was the usual mob scene at the corners of the boat, grabbing huge quantities of food to take back to their tables. And they still let you special order whatever you feel like from the chefs. Soft shell crab? Spicy tuna roll? A full plate of sashimi? Just ask and five minutes later it'll be in your hands. But I also immediately noticed some differences: - Why, why is every single special roll drowned in the same sticky sweet brown sauce? Rainbow roll: brown sauce. Spider roll: brown sauce. Dragon roll: brown sauce. Decent at first, but my tastebuds couldn't handle any more than one roll. - The raw oysters on the half shell were outright disgusting. - The yellow tail nigiri was completely dried out. I still choked it down and I'm not even sure why. The boyfriend spit it out. Lunch is $12.95. IF I lived in Davis, I'd probably go back to eat my weight in soft shell crab, veggie and shrimp tempura, seaweed salad, edamame, and California rolls. And maybe unagi. Probably some salmon nigiri, and possibly a rainbow roll. But Fuji's really isn't worth the trip up from the Bay Area anymore. So sad to have such a fond Davis memory shattered to bits.

    (3)

  • Uland W.

    Reliving College Years! Fuji is a staple of past times. I stopped here for lunch and missed the aftenoon crowd by 5 minutes. Prices are Lunch ~$14 and Dinner ~$18. Jusco across the street is $1-2 cheaper but the food here is much better. Better variety of items. The set up. As all buffet places it's get up and grab your food. That means walking up to the bar and stopping the little boats full of sashimi, rolls, chicken strips, etc. For special orders just tell one of the chefs near the kitchen what you would like, they are pretty quick in getting your order. The downside is not having enough hands to grab more than 3-4 items off the boat. For me a like variety so I make a couple of trips back and forth so I can really sit down to a meal. And if you happen to be there at the wrong time, your wait time can be as long as30-45 minutes. But don't fret, it's worth the wait. Remember all-you-can-eat sushi, that will keep you around for another 10-15 minutes. Upside is counting all the dishes you and your friend(s) destroyed in a small amount of time. I don't mind them not collecting what I call my finish dishes "my tower of power" it gives me a sense of accomplishment. Yes, I might feel like a "fat ass" walking out of the place, but nothing like a 15 mile bike ride won't fix.

    (5)

  • Trina S.

    Ready for a sushi coma? Ohhh yahhh! This place will do it for sure! The sushi and various items on the boat buffet are pretty fresh. The chefs make the sushi in the middle of the moving boat buffet. There are so many appetizers from edamame, gyoza, fried bananas to teriyaki chicken and BBQ pork or beef. If you want a more elaborate sushi you can request it. Unlike most sushi buffets, Fuji serves a wide variety of sashimi. When you come here on a busy day expect to have crowds on both sides of the boat buffet and a long line to the bathrooms.

    (4)

  • Erika N.

    This is now my #1 all-you-can-eat sushi buffet. Good quality, variety, and quantity. There were plenty of varieties of sushi, and other yummy items to choose from. I wasn't bogged down with california roll after california roll. And they were more than willing to make something for me. The curry (samosa) patties were a nice surprise. The chicken wings were juicy and flavorful. The sushi rice was a good quality and the fish and produce tasted fresh. Everything that was supposed to be hot was hot, and cold was cold. I was lucky enough to get a seat at the bar, and I think that I would prefer to sit at the bar, but the areas where you can come up to get food if you are sitting at one of the tables is always well stocked, and the food is always circulating. I love the way the boats circulate: in a two tiered fashion (back row where food is easily placed on the boats, and the front row where you can easily get to the food) that allows you to see what is coming up before it actually gets to you. It adds to the anticipation, and contemplation of the experience. As a side note: This is probably one of the few sushi bars where there isn't a charge for wasted food, and it is amazing to see how much food people are willing to waste... There was a couple sitting at the end of the bar and they each only ate about half the food they took.

    (4)

  • Rochelle D.

    I'll give this one 3-stars and file it in my "For the Price, Its not Bad" category. Typical sushi boat-ish kind of place. If you're here to chow-down, get a seat at the bar. Otherwise, you'll get irritated having to head to the back of the restaurant each time, to order what you want. And if you can get to it, sit on the left side of the bar. We ended up sitting on the right-hand side and kept getting hit by the staff rushing back and forth from the kitchen...and other folks ordering from the "walk-up" sushi bar. The food was a-ok, I couldn't tell if the fish was fresh...almost everything was either fried or slathered in mayo... The staff was friendly...not overly in my face and not too scarce.

    (3)

  • Dominic C.

    It's... a buffet. As far as Davis goes I guess that's as good as it gets. But it definitely caters to poor college students who want to pig out on something that resembles sushi.

    (2)

  • Qilun Z.

    Love the buffet there! food is good enough and you can eat as much as your favorite sushi or even sashimi as you want for a reasonable price!

    (5)

  • Dorothy N.

    Not a great selection of specialty rolls. They only have 5-6, which are all very similar. They were good, but you can only eat so many of the same kinds of rolls. They have a lot of other non-sushi stuff like fried oysters, fried soft shell crab, pot stickers, chicken wings, clear noodle stiry fry, chicken yakitori, and probably some other stuff I'm forgetting. The sashami was okay, pretty fresh. Although, some were still somewhat frozen. For the price, I think it's worth it if you're passing through and craving sushi. Other than that, it's not worth making the trek!

    (3)

  • Rachel K.

    My roommate and I decided to go to Fuji's for a little roomie date but we ended up coming out dissatisfied. The workers were too busy watching a game that was playing and all the foods on the little boats were old looking or most of the time we ordered, we got a different order back. The server took us a while brining the miso soup and our drinks. I do love the little boats though, and I do love sushi so maybe they were just having an off-day

    (3)

  • Chau N.

    This place is where you make the most bang for your bucks!! @ $15 for all you can eat!!! Don't get a soda, it'll fill you up. Love it here because not only do they serve you food on the bar or on the boats, they also cater to your needs! Just ask the chefs-whatever you want, they will make. The rolls are huge and soooo good, and so much variety! The sashimi are fresh, so order up! I always finished with an order of fried bananas. Oh yea, the oysters......must try.

    (4)

  • King T.

    Seriously Davis kids....treasure Fujis while you can. I remember coming here while I was in college, and taking it completely for granted. The wait can be pretty harrowing. There is usually a looooooooong line like an hour and a half before it opens for lunch. If you don't make it through in the first wave of people, be prepared to wait an hour longer. It's pretty ridiculous. Anyways, the food itself is pretty good. They have a lot of variety, and you can ask the sushi chef to prepare whatever you'd like. The taste isn't bad, and it's somewhat fresh. For the price though, it's really good. Ever since I've moved from Davis, I keep thinking about Fujis. Apparently, sushi buffets like this don't exist in any other part of the world. =(

    (4)

  • amy n.

    Used to be a lot better a few years ago but now it's alright. The wait can be very long even though half the tables might be empty, not quite sure why??? Food didn't seem that fresh but the salmon sashimi was more fresh than the rolls. Not much of a dessert choice either. This buffet does have a menu but the waiter won't let you order from them but to go to the chefs. I'd rather go to Davis Sushi Buffet. :]

    (3)

  • Greg H.

    so awesome! you can't beat all you can eat sushi for a flat rate.. (~$14 for lunch ~18 for dinner). I went here for dinner with two of my friends. At first it didn't seem that busy but the place was pretty packed. My friends and I wanted to sit at the sushi bar and thankfully it was only a 15 minute wait. The sushi chefs were kinda hard to get a hold of at first but it's just because they always look busy doing something but once you get their attention then youre good. They are really fast and attentive to the customers and what they want. For example, my two friends are both vegetarian but the chefs recommended a lot of things and they ended up getting fresh vegetarian tempura, veggie dragonrolls, etc. Pretty good service. I don't really know what else to say about this place; amazing food, great service, fair prices. It's too bad this place doesn't stay open later but it's still a great place to eat. EASILY one of my favorite sushi restaurants.

    (5)

  • Nathan L.

    People rag on this place because it doesn't produce the best sushi they've ever had and honestly, they don't. They don't have a wide variety and getting to the sushi can be difficult during busy hours and everyones hungry. The place is also relatively small and can get so loud it's hard to have a conversation. But if you're craving all you can eat sushi, don't want to max out your credit card, and have the appetite of Takeru Kobayashi, come here. The food is decent and it comes out fast so everything is cooked/hand made/fried right then and there. I'm willing to wait a bit for their fried soft shell crab and salmon hand rolls which are bomb. They also have fresh slices of oranges that are surprisingly always sweet and a good way to end the meal (when you're finally full). We always visit this place when we're in Davis, just because... who can pass up a sale like this?

    (3)

  • Wes C.

    Having food floating in a boat circling the bar area sounds neat, until you realize that same piece of raw fish that nobody has picked up has gone past you for the 3rd time. The layout of the bar area is just horrible. At the ends of the bar, they have additional prepared food items. Sitting at the bar here is a TERRIBLE idea. You constantly have people around you either reaching for food or trying to flag down one of the sushi guys for sashimi. Thanks to their stupid boat setups, customers are forced to either get way to close too fellow customers at the bar, or clog up either ends of the bar. It's just such an incredibly poor layout. The food is pretty terrible. The rolls are what you would expect to find at an asian buffet that happens to also serve sushi. There was one especially disgusting roll that kept floating past me. The thing was covered with mayonaise and probably avocado. It looked like a pigeon took a crap on it. Practically all the rolls had that disgusting whitish sauce. The one good thing about this place is that the sashimi is included in the ayce. Most ayce places limit you to just nigiri. I had several platters of the stuff since the sushi chefs seem unable to make a single decent roll. For the price, I guess you can't complain. If I were still a college student, I would of loved this place. At this point though, I'd much rather go else where and pay more.

    (1)

  • Mary Grace V.

    Mmmmm now who doesn't love buffets?!?!? especially when it comes to sushi! All you can eat sushi, OMG drool! I've been here many times before like 2yrs ago.. and I've recently just step foot inside this restaurant once again. Went here on a weekday around dinner time.. so price was about $17/person. Its even cheaper during lunch by like $5 less... soo I recommend that, but just a warning, there's a much longer wait during that time. Weekends are even worst! Basically, grab anything off the boat bar and request orders from the chef--they'll make everything. When NO ONE is there... they'll give you the biggest servings on the face of the earth!!!! OMG, next thing you know... you'll be unbuttoning your pants while your friends accompany you back to your car in a wheelchair. hahaha serious. Ordered the: *Davis roll *Y2K roll *Fried Ebi *Dragon Roll *Salmon Skin rolls *Fresh Salmon *Tempura veggies *Fried banana = good ass dessert! ---------all sooooo good! Always good experience with good company! I love this place =) 4.5 stars!

    (4)

  • Paul T.

    Goodbye, Fuji! Thanks for all the fish. Today marked my last visit to what I use to consider as the place to get sushi fix in Davis. Gone were the days I waited with my friends outside the restaurant 30 minutes before they open so we can be the first in line. Gone were the days where fresh sake, mouth watering maguro, tender tako, sweet ebi and exotic ika parade around in the beautiful and proud wooden sushi boats. Alas, those were the days in the distant past. What remains is fried stuff masquerade going round and round in boats devoid of its top deck, listing to one side slowly sinking to its doom. P.S. I counted 11 fried stuffs before an imitation crab roll sauntered around.

    (1)

  • David S.

    Fun boat carousel, wish they had more variety of dishes when i went.

    (3)

  • Fruc M.

    Now if only they had a eat-for-free-on-your-birthday deal, I would go here more often, but sadly, they don't. However, to compensate, they have Lion King Roll!!!!! The quality of their lion king roll isn't the same as what I'm used to due to its spiciness, but if it's buffet status, why not?

    (3)

  • Vicky L.

    This place is pretty good. I love their philly rolls & fried wonton. Good service, and theres always a waiter walking around asking if you need water refills. When you order something at the counter it takes less than a minute for it to be ready. I like the floating boats too. The downside of this place is waiting time, which is a btch "/ They should really expand this place...when you come w/ a group, the chairs and tables are close to eachother that its hard to get in and out for food...jst sayin..

    (3)

  • Lara E.

    I have fond memories of coming to this place with friends and family, way back in the day. We'd come here for lunch, arriving at 10 or 11 in the morning waiting for the place to open its doors. And there was always a line, always. Sometimes it would even wrap all the way around the corner, giving us ample time to duck into The Artery or the boutique next door (now vacant). I also remember it being a lot cheaper! So if you come here, especially for dinner, better bring your A-game. And don't drink a tummy-filling Sapporo like I did last night. It seems like the prices go up a dollar or so every time I come here. It used to be $10 for lunch, now it's about $13. Buffet includes a soda which is nice...if you drink soda. Beer and sake is extra. Fuji always seems like a good idea. Fifteen plates later, you're regretting the decision and wishing you had worn stretchy pants. I will definitely always come here if any of my friends wants to. For lunch...Dinner is just too dang expensive now.

    (3)

  • Jonathan L.

    I've gone here right at the beginning of the lunch hour, and it filled up pretty fast. Overall, I like it a lot, especially it's soft-shelled crab.

    (4)

  • Jennifer T.

    Best Sushi buffet in my opinion. Since both of my brothers go to UC Davis whenever we visit them we always try to make a stop at Fuji's Their sushi is pretty good and decent considering the fact that it's a buffet and I love their soft shell crab. The workers are friendly also and the price is also great at lunch. I usually order lots of sashimi, nigri, and fried stuff like soft shell crab since I like these the best.

    (4)

  • Johnny J.

    Liked; - All you can eat sushi for under 20 bucks - The iconic status this place has reached Disliked; - The still frozen piece of salmon sashimi my wife received - People reaching right over my shoulder to grab sushi from the rotating boat -I don't really want to smell other peoples armpits when I am at dinner - The sushi plates on the boat looking like people took one piece of a maki sushi and leaving the rest of the plate - The size of the maki sushi when you order it. C'mon two people do not need a two foot long "everything" roll. - Lion king rolls are not sushi Regrets; None

    (2)

  • Vinncent N.

    This place is pretty good if you are a novice at eating sushi. It's very affordable for an all-you-can eat sushi place. I have been here many times, and there is a line, so just be careful if you have a big group. Overall, a lot of the food is more on the fried side so if you enjoy to eat cooked sushi rolls, this is the place for you. One last thing, the service is pretty good, you can ask for customized rolls.

    (3)

  • Ivana Y.

    There is absolutely no excuse for barely-thawed slices of sashimi. And it doesn't help that their rolls are completely uninspired and doused in a mess of mayo and whatever the hell it is. The only thing I liked best about this place was their fried banana. The end.

    (1)

  • Jeremy W.

    *EDIT 8/21/07* FYI peoples, this place opens at 11AM now. In addition, Mon-Wends is the $11 price; Thurs-Sun is the $12 price. *EDIT 8/21/07* Stop bitching about the wait if you already know this place. Being a non-eater of raw foods, I can still enjoy this place a great deal. In fact, I can name over 15 plates that do not contain raw foods: 1. Tamago 2. Ebi 3. Fried Ebi 4. Cali roll 5. Dragon roll 6. Tempura roll 7. Rainbow roll 8. Unagi 9. Gyoza 10. Spring rolls 11. Potato cake 12. Katsu 13. Kabobs 14. Fried spicy tuna roll 15. Fried soft shell crab 16. Tempura 17. Spider roll There are a few more, but yeah, I know my selection. Again, don't bitch about the wait because it will happen all the time. Best times to go and get a seat instantly are mondays and tues; have a friend wait in line for you on the weekend b/c someone will always have to have that duty. Good place for $13 if you want your fill; after all, u'd prob spend that much if you goto applebees or something. Oh yeah, don't waste the rice. If you can't eat all the rice, start. No excuse going to a buffet if you can't even take the rice intake. *edit 1/8/2007* Though it says 5 stars, i added .75 because i got the input of my gf to this place. she's been to way more sushi restaurants than i have and has a respectable palate for raw fish. Says that with this price, you just can't beat it. Wait is very reasonable if you know what to do, and fish is fresh, but not AMAZING as it is a buffet. hope this helps.

    (5)

  • Phil L.

    One of the main reasons I even go to Davis! Anytime my friends and I plan a trip to Davis(usually to visit a college friend), Fuji's is a MUST for everyone. As far as I know, not much is going on in Davis, but Fuji's is the hit of the town. Very long lines to get in if you're not early, so if you're not early, go expecting to wait at least 45 minutes. Everytime I go here, I eat more and more plates cause I just couldn't get enough of the Unagi.....first it was 12, then 16, then 20, then 22 plates. I love how I can get whatever I want as my own pace. Even if I don't some items laying out, I would ask one of the servers, and very quickly, I get whatever I asked for. Awesome service and they fill up water very fast here(of course, to fill people up with water, but I'm a thirsty person, so it's awesome). I'm hooked on Sashimi now, so next time I go, I'm totally going to check it out. I've heard nothing but great things about it here. Here I come Davis!

    (5)

  • Karen B.

    Two and a half, more like. Straight down the middle. Wouldn't recommend it, wouldn't deter anyone from it. BF always tells me about how the first time he had soft-shell crab was here, and how he totally loved it ever since. He never said anything bad about the place, but had never really been a cheerleader for it... not counting what I said above. Call me jaded, but this place didn't impress me at all. I pretty much agree with what anyone who rated it three stars or less. The buffet is a really, really good deal - if you eat a lot. I, however, do not eat more than a person my size is supposed to, and thus, I do not enjoy myself at buffets as much as the average person. Hey, if that's your thang, that's your thang. A LOT of people appreciate it, and I respect that. I have come to the conclusion that the reason people love this place so much is because they have to wait in line until they are starving and pretty much anything will taste good. The BF (a recently graduated Aggie) and I (a recently accepted graduate Aggie) decided to go here because I didn't understand what all the fuss was about. We had driven by a few times before during the lunch hour and seen the type of massive line that you typically see outside Avalon on a Friday night, with less whore-ish outfits. Interestingly enough, what's inside is somewhat comparable in quality. BF and I decided to avoid the line and come for dinner, just to see how good it can REALLY be. I asked to sit by the boats; I still enjoy the novelty, apparently. I studied the cargo carefully and ogled the maguro and sake. Mmmmm, I thought. Giant pieces of fish! I was sorely disappointed to find out that both fish were not fresh at all. the maguro just kind of tasted like nothing, and the sake was only slightly better. We tried some kind of deep-fried ebi nigiri thing slathered in unagi sauce that BF LOVED and just kinda liked. We also had a spider-roll type thing that was actually pretty good, but didn't need whatever sauce was on it. BF ordered a soft-shell crab, which was above average, but not nearly as amazing as BF recalled it from the first time he came here. After the same ol' stuff passed us several times, we sat kind of clueless and munched on edamame for a while. I thought that MAYBE the fish didn't seem that fresh because it had been riding a frickin' boat all night. Maybe if I ordered something... I decided one more nigiri pair would do the trick. I decided on hirame if they had it, hamachi as plan b. Even though there was no hirame, I wasn't too disappointed and looked forward to my yellow tail sensation. Hooray, real fish at last! Well, that's what I thought I might get. Even BF was disappointed. Not only was it smaller than the tuna and salmon on the boats, it too, tasted bland. Ann from Arrested Development bland. I studied the menu pretty carefully and realized that no hard-core sushi lover would ever like it here. There aren't any rolls here that don't have the "cheap stuff" - crab salad, tempura, ebi, unagi - in fact, compared to about half a dozen places I've been, their roll selection isn't anything to write home about. None of the raw sushi had very good flavor, and trust me - I've had some damn good sashimi in my day. Mikuni's ridiculously overpriced yumminess has brought me halfway to an orgasm. Even Arigato shines like Jesus with their halibut sometimes. I might give them a chance to redeem themselves someday, but I don't think it will be anytime soon, considering Kathmandu is across the street. The warm and fuzzy in me saves them from my first two-star review. This place is SO LUCKY that I rate upward. EDIT: I had a change of heart when I realized I give three star ratings to places where I actually enjoy myself and am enthusiastic about going to again. Two stars - sorry.

    (2)

  • Cristelle J.

    I'm filipino which means... A-I can eat A LOT B-I tend to like things cheap so where can you get a lot of food for cheap FUJI's! I've been to fuji's twice and the first time was good. It's an all you can eat buffet, if you don't see what you want on the boats just ask one of the chef's to make it for you and they will! The first time I went it was fun my cousins and I had this game on who can eat the most we would count each plate as points and in the end whoever had the most points would win! (FYI I racked 8 points) But the second time....GROSS I think I only ate two plates then after that I wanted to throw up! My friend Rachel and I went late at night probably an hour to closing and we were having a good time until....we saw them start cleaning. Instead of deep cleaning the floors behind the sushi counter they just threw a bucket of dirrrrrty water on the floor and didn't even put the sushi away yet so I'm pretty sure some sushi touched the water! They didn't even clean the cases that were holding the sushi! YUCK! And to add to that they were still making sushi for some people on those nasty counters! I say go if you feel you wanna take the risk!

    (2)

  • Cheryl P.

    Good with price food was also good with what you pay for... I think they should extend the place a little more bigger so it wouldnt be too crowded. The waiting list was about 10-15 mins but overall it was ok. The waiters are always busy so its hard to catch there attention. Food was good for what you pay for hey its all you can eat

    (3)

  • Con L.

    Fuji's was the original sushi buffet in Davis...Then Davis Sushi tried to steal the show. For a while, Fuji's was going downhill but I'm glad to say that I think it's back on top of the sushi world in Davis. When Davis Sushi Buffet arrived, it was clearly better than Fuji's. Exactly the same, just done better. Cleaner, variety etc. However, I think Fuji's got the message, and one upped them yet again. They now have a a little more variety with the help of some new items on the menu and have cleaned the place up a bit. Prices are now 12.95 no matter what day of the week you eat for lunch. After 3.5 years of eating Fuji's, I was sad to see it go down and get passed up by Davis Sushi Buffet....But after maybe 1/2 a year of being a fan of Davis Sushi Buffet, I'm back on track with Fuji's...too bad I won't be there anymore. =( It's gotten better and it's THE original. The former owner retired and the new owner seemed really nice and chatted it up a bit before lunch. Why support the idea of Davis Sushi Buffet when it was only a replica of Fuji's and simply stole their ideas? That's just my opinion. I almost miss the good old days where you had to line up all the way past Ground Zero for Fuji's an hour before it opened. It was a little ridiculous but that was all part of the deal. Stick to the original and don't support the "biters."

    (4)

  • Mr. T.

    quality is...well..it's davis and it's inland, it's gonna take time for fish to get there. also...10bucks all you can eat...i seriously don't know how they do it. I love it

    (4)

  • Bryan T.

    I remember coming here and lining up 30 mins before the place opened. I haven't come that early in a while, but since they opened another place that is identical down the street I hear that it isn't necessary anymore. However I would say that you should expect to have a wait to get seated when you come here anytime you come after they open. for $12 at lunch you get all you can eat Japanese food. YES $12. If anyone finds a place that is cheaper and as good of quality as Fujis I would like to know. They have full on rolls which you can order, or they have the ones they always make. The have tempura or sashimi platters etc. all you have to do is ask. All of this for only $12 bucks, anyone who gives this place below 3 stars is on crack IMO. (unless you aren't able to eat the much, but then again its a buffet, why not just go to a sit down if you don't eat much?) If you are able to eat 2 full rolls alone thats already worth more than the $12 bucks. Along with other stuff you can pick apart. Its not the best Japanese obviously but for the price, its definitely a step above any other Japanese buffet I have been to.

    (4)

  • Melinda S.

    We trekked over to Davis from Fairfield a few weeks ago to check out other sushi places since our normal once is usually so hit and miss with their service. I was apprehensive on the whole "buffet" thing because I think buffets in general are dirty and disgusting. Fuji wasn't TOO bad. Not thrilled about having literally belly up to the bar to fight over tiny little plates of food floating around, some of which looked like it had been there awhile. What I did like about this place was they had chicken-on-a-stick and chicken wings for my 5 year old since she doesn't eat sushi. So big plus for being kid-friendly! Miso soup was an extra charge, and it wasn't that great. I usually LOVE Miso and I could only take 2 sips of this stuff. I suppose this place is great for the college students on a budget since it's right on the edge of campus, but if you want good fresh sushi I'd go elsewhere.

    (2)

  • Jessica D.

    Definitely best to go here at lunch. Try to arrive before 11:30 when so you can get decent seating. The sushi here is really good for a buffet and is a great deal if you love sushi.

    (4)

  • Roshan V.

    I used to eat here every weekend. I don't know why. You know how when you're a little older, have a little more money, you kinda realize some of the stuff you used to do was just...gross? Like wearing clothes from Old Navy? The sushi was ok and the service sucked, but you can't really mess with the price. I knew a guy that used to drive to Fuji's from the bay...that doesn't really make sense. If you live in Davis, you have to go, but it's not some place you travel for. I guess it's kind of become one of those local landmarks so people feel like they have to try it.

    (3)

  • Jason Y.

    Back in the day when my friends and I were in college we would love to come here for a cheap all you can eat sushi lunch and spend a whole day in Davis as well, but over the course of time this place got less and less interesting as it's hard to keep coming here with increasing prices, and lower quality. Now don't get me wrong, I suppose paying 15 bucks a head would still be worth the money for some but only a few years ago the place was only 10 bucks a person by far the best deal in town in my opinion. You would have to get here somewhat early to avoid the crazy lines that form outside of the restaurant and I've noticed that ever since they changed owners that the vibe feels a little different. Sure your still gonna get a nice sushi boat experience by sitting at the bar, or you can walk up to it if you had a side table, but I guess as I grow older, the crowd seems to be more and more weird. The food itself in terms of quality use to be pretty good. Even for mass produced sushi, I could really taste the difference in freshness. Being able to eat a wide array of food is quite interesting as my friends and I grab tons of rolls when we first get there. My personal record is 28 small dishes but that was done a long time ago. I can barely manage to take down 20 plates not even considering the sashimi or rolls involved. I always enjoy asking the chefs to make me personal rolls and it's common to tip them for a job well done. Some of the other items that aren't eaten immediately can sit on the boat for hours so be sure to choose something you like before taking it. If I'm ever in the area I would not mind coming back here but with other places like Sushi Nobu around, make sure to check where you want to go before you make a decision

    (3)

  • Adrian P.

    Fuji's Sushi Buffet is the best sushi buffet around. They serve Lunch and Dinner. Eat as much as u can for a good price. People wait in line just to eat here. its that good.

    (4)

  • Alice Z.

    This is the best Sushi Buffet I ever had in my life for such a cheap price! It was only $12.95 with tax total was only $14.10!! OMG! It was SO GOOD there. IT was my first time there so maybe that's why I'm in over my head. I'll probably get tired of it soon, but this place is pretty amazing and always packed. I kept ordering fried soft-shell crab! That is absolutely the best i ever had! It wasn't realy sushi sushi but it was delicious. I never ate that in my life. I had 3 plates of the Unagi sushi, and some other sushis. Hella hella soft shell crab, and deep fried vegatables, which is like tempura. They had fried oysters too! But i didnt get to try because i was so FULL from all the other stuff. You can also order sushi rolls and it's just so amazing. This is place is bomb! Totally would come back when i start school at Davis in the fall!

    (5)

  • Jojo N.

    When I went to UC Davis, this was our GO-to spot when we want LOTS and lots of sushi on a college student budget. I haven't been here since, eh, maybe last year, but from what I recalled this place was a gold mine. The only thing is you have to wait! I hate waiting especially when I'm hungry.The trick: Leave class early, drop off your friend so he/she can you put your name on the list while you/someone look for parking (and if you've been to Dowtown Davis parking can be a nightmare!) All you can eat sushi..Mmmm what else can you ask for? :)

    (3)

  • Justin H.

    Me and my friends went on a feasting trip in my feastvan. When we arrived, it was feastwars. All you can eat for $16 dinner buffet. Shit son. I don't think they always had dinner buffet - only lunch. Anyways, we ordered everything on the menu, tempura, spareribs, fried crab, fried squid, fried banana, grilled chicken, banana. In addition, the sushi makers gladly took our requests of dragon rolls, spider rolls, and sashimi platters. The food was decent (3 stars) when compared to other sushi restaurants, but the sheer quantity and excellent service puts this above. The waitresses seemed like they wanted us to keep ordering lol. Quantity over quality is the way to go here.

    (4)

  • Rachelle E.

    As a UCD alum I have a lot of fond memories of Fuji's, but alas, much of the sushi joint I've known and loved has changed... If I were writing this review 5ish years ago, it'd come with more stars, but sadly, my most recent visit will undoubtedly be my last. I came back to Davis after a 2 year Fuji-hiatus and it seems as though my time away + a steep sushi buffet competitor around the corner = different taste and lower quality buffet dishes and poorer service than I had experienced in the past. I am aware that the hour-long wait on weekends comes standard with this place, but I just don't think it's worth it after finding out the restaurant I was waiting for isn't really even there anymore. :'(

    (2)

  • Reuben R.

    I saw the line and figured this must be the best restaurant in Davis. And sushi to boot! That was before I ate there. I gave it an extra star because it's all you can eat. Basically, in a student town like Davis, any all you can eat place will get 5 star reviews even if they pump tasteless, odorless protoplasm directly into your stomach. I hesitate to label whatever they serve there as sushi. The few items actually containing raw fish were well past the "Best served by..." date. The rice isn't really sushi rice but some type of cheap substitute. Needless to say, I'm never going back.

    (2)

  • Kenneth L.

    The food was realllly good for a buffet. I ate 3 Dragon Rolls and enjoyed every single one of them, along with a ton of other stuff.. The guy hooked us up big time since we came there a little bit late. But gave us the best service I received for a buffet yet.

    (4)

  • Kenneth O.

    You're not in Japan, get over it. I'm so sick of sushi snobs hating on Fuji. Fuji is very great relative to the other options in Davis. They make a mean dragon roll, and bring out crowded lunch buffet lines like none other. I'm a total Fuji fanboi.

    (5)

  • T Y.

    I love Fuji's!! I acknowledge that the quality of the food is definately not great, but considering that it is an all you can eat buffet, it's actually very good for the price. I usually hate buffets because most of the food tastes terrible and I often get sick at other sushi buffets such as Todai's but I felt fine after Fuji. Another plus is that you can ask for pretty much everything and they'll make it for you: Lion King, Oysters, Sashimi, tempura, specialty rolls. Most thing have not been sitting out for a long time. Especially if you ask for it made fresh. Just make sure you ask them to hold the sauce because the teriyaki sauce they drizzle onto the rolls taste bad. For 12.95 lunch buffet, I think the quality is great.

    (4)

  • stephen n.

    All the sushi you can eat and it's inexpensive. they also have all you can eat sashimi, unagi, and can order deep fried oysters. yummy!

    (4)

  • Allan T.

    All you can eat sushi that's actually good?!?!? Unheard of right? well Fuji's is the place to be! Everything here good. Sushi quality is by far the best for a all you can eat lunch place. Yes just at lunch but i mean it's quality. I figured if you can pound down 5 plates of sushi (the small ones) you ate your money's worth. I've seen a guy order like 4 soft shell crabs and they made it for him! :O whoa!! All you can eat and great quality for a buffet. Just make sure you get here early for lunch and be ready to wait.

    (4)

  • Leon D.

    Eating at Fuji's is an experience. To get that you must: -Drive from 40+ miles away -Wait in line -Eat at the bar -And eat until you achieve "food coma" For the price and the environment, you get more than your money's worth, especially if you enjoy sashimi. The unagi melts in your mouth, and he fried sushi rolls (think called "henry roll") are a one way street to a heart attack. The food comes out quick and fresh, and you can even ask for entire rolls (spider,dragon, etc., with about 8 pieces). Where else can you do that for a meal that ends up costing ~$15 including tip?

    (4)

  • Kimi M.

    This place always reminds me of when I lived in Davis as a college student. The lunch buffet was always and is still from time to time such a treat. The quality of the sushi is not the best that I've had but it's worth it for the price you pay especially since I get to eat my fill of sashimi, soft-shell crab, and fried bananas. I also appreciate the fact that the chefs take special orders. You can really see them working hard so don't forget to tip them. Also, don't sit at the bar unless you want other customers leaning over you to grab sushi plates. Whenever I'm up for a food coma, I'm there.

    (4)

  • Scarlett Y.

    When I am served (or shall I say self-served) sushi, I don't want to have to wait for it to thaw on my plate. Especially not after waiting in a ridiculously long line. I also don't enjoy food poisoning. I know it's cheap and for the price I obviously didn't come in expecting much, but I don't understand why anybody would come here when the other two sushi buffets in town are a) cheaper and b) not as contaminated.

    (1)

  • Munchie S.

    I made the mistake of returning to this "establishment" while out with a friend in Davis. This time, instead of getting frozen fish like last time, I got guts, bones, and scales in mine. AVOID AT ALL COSTS.

    (1)

  • Pam R.

    In my opinon, Fuji beats out all the other sushi buffets in Davis (especially Nobu and Jusco). And since I'm from socal, $12 sushi buffets is a STEAL, being about 50% cheaper! Many people don't know this, but you can go up and order stuff you don't see floating around the boats (i.e. shrimp tempera, soft shell crab, all the good stuff they don't want people to eat, etc.)

    (5)

  • Sean D.

    I am writing this review after one visit for an early dinner on a Monday. There were not any lines and the service was awesome. Every dish we ordered was made fast and fresh. Just tell the guys behind the counter what you want and they will just whip it out. The food quality is great for a $15 meal.

    (4)

  • Danster L.

    I drove all the way up to Davis from San Jose at 7am in the morning and I could of sworn I saw deer or some alien float by. Oh wells, after a very long drive, a very boring drive I might add, I arrived at Fuji's. It was my first time and dammit, 20 other people were already in line at 9am! Found parking right in front though and then the heat started to sink in. Why is it always so hot in Davis? Standing in line for 1.5 hours and no shade is torture. But at last, the doors open and I run into the restaurant and sit next to the food and at the bar. I grab 10 plates and I was stuffed and stared at my plates and went whoaaa, bathroom time but money well spent because they have katsu, oranges, dragon rolls, eel, etc! Good sushi and a simple, no frills price!

    (4)

  • Hoa Q.

    I remember a time when I had to show up two hours early to get a table next to the door where people would hover over me, drooling, as they waited their two hours for a table. Now that the lines don't seem to be as long anymore, I'm an even bigger fan. They've extended the buffet to dinner, also. The pricing isn't bad, especially considering that there is no set menu that you have to order off of, and for dinner, the buffet includes a beverage. Their oranges are usually really sweet and the fried bananas are the best that I've had so far. The rolls that are available on the boats are now mostly variations of California Rolls, though, so you have to figure out what special rolls you like before you get there.

    (4)

  • Jennifer C.

    I went here for my birthday last year for dinner and OMGOSH! BEST sushi EVER! everything wassoo fresh and BUFFET! come on! what can beat that?! their Sashimi was absolutely heavenly and their tempura rollsa are THE BEST! it wasthe best meal i can ever pay for. Although it is quite far from where i live, it was worth the drive. the waiters were so friendly and helpful and do were the cooks.. they can seriously spark up a conversation. and the price there isnt bad either for some BOMB sushi. i will DEFINATELY go back there all the time this summer.. 5 thumbs up! (if i had 5) XP

    (5)

  • Alex D.

    Yes its not the most exquisite fish, and the rolls can be sloppy, but its all you can eat and is under $20 bucks for dinner! (tip included). The thought of all-you-can-eat sushi conjures up such bad thoughts, but this place delivers solid sushi and sashimi that are much better than many places where you will end up paying much more. Besides being able to choose from the Buffet you can also make special requests (a plate of salmon sashimi, shrimp tempura for five people, etc.) which is pretty amazingly awesome for a buffet. And seeing as the fish is more than acceptable you can get your moneys worth with just a couple special orders of sashimi. The only reason I can see being disappointed is if you were expecting high end sushi, but who would expect that for $16.95 a head?

    (4)

  • Thao N.

    This is my all time favorite sushi buffet ever. I found this place 5 years ago when I was attend UC Davis. Now that I'm in the bay area, I travel the 45mins just because u can't beat the price they charge for all u can eat sushi. I don't come for the roll. I go straight for the handles or the sashimi. The fish is as fresh as can be. We usually bring quail eggs and our own spicy sauce, and they don't mind. I love this place, the staff is great and so kind.

    (5)

  • Sarah K.

    When I was at Davis, this place was a hangout for me and my roommates. ....but in my honest opinion, I think this place is overrated. Yeah, it's a sushi buffet (and other foods such as tempura), but waiting in line if you don't get there at 10am is NOT WORTH IT. I hate that you have to sit and feel cramped just to eat unlimited amounts of sushi. Besides, you end up trying to stuff your face to get your money's worth, but you end up coming out of there feeling the need for a food coma. I do, however, have to say that their rolls are pretty tasty if you don't mind waiting in the massive swarms of college kids. Make sure to ask the head chef to make stuff not out on the boats; they'll make stuff for you if you ask them. They've totally upped the price! When I was living in Davis it was only $9.95. Wow! $17.95?! I rather buy a couple rolls of sushi and pay a little bit more than feel overstuffed and ready to throw up!

    (2)

  • Marlon T.

    Fuji is probably the most popular restaurant in Davis. Even people who live far from Davis come here to eat. That says something about this restaurant. For an all-you-can-eat place, Fuji does pretty good. You'll be satisfied. I couldn't really tell you what exactly to order but definitely get some deep fried soft shelled crab. But just grab everything just to try it. Tip for all-you-can-eat sushi, eat the fried stuff last. There's usually a line outside but not anymore since another similar restaurant nearby opened recently. Since I am not the biggest fan of all-you-can-eat places, I give this place 3 stars. I would rather go to a place in Sacramento called Arigato Sushi.

    (3)

  • Simei Y.

    I forget exactly how much, but only come here for lunch and it's only the $13-14 before tip + tax. Before I went to Davis Sushi Buffet, I'd come here. Definitely a great place for an eating contest, and came here once after running the 2007 Davis Turkey Trot, then scarfing down 15 plates of sushi goodies. My brother had 18. We couldn't hoard the plates long enough from the waitresses who wanted to take them away. Good for if you're hungry or just ran a 5K. Food is decent, but beware - noticed this at Davis Sushi Buffet too, but if you don't get sauce-less items like nigiri, inari or sashimi they will definitely have a lot of the same creamy sauce on everything. I typically scrape some of it off - too much sauce for me.

    (4)

  • Pia V.

    Fuji Sushi boat is pretty damn good, especially for its price. They have a variety of rolls and can make special ones on request. The cons of this place is that it gets REALLY packed and busy, to the point that it looks like people are waiting outside to go clubbing. Also, that the service isn't always up to par, but I guess that could be blamed on the busy-ness of the place. If you was to get your money's worth, I say go EARLY for lunch (cuz parking can be a B***h as well) ... it's a great price for all the sushi, tempura, etc you can eat!! :D YUMMM!!

    (4)

  • David T.

    I would much rather give this place no stars for bad service cold food and my date found a fly in her hot tea someone needs a health inspection and to top it off one of the servers was cleaning the bar off and sprayed disinfected on me and my food and left as nothing happened im never coming back here ever again

    (1)

  • Steff L.

    Yum... Sushi!!! Ok, Fuji's is a really good sushi place. It's right in the middle of down town Davis, and the sushi is pretty good. It taste fresh and there's a decent variety. However, they do offer more than sushi, which was pretty good. The service was great too. However, the lines are extremely long. The only times I've gone to Fuji's was for dinner right when it opened. There were no lines so it was perfect. But on the weekdays, or any day, around lunch is terrible. The place is packed. Unless you have tons of time on your hands, you can have the option of waiting. Otherwise, come back another day.

    (4)

  • Matt C.

    NO PLACE IS WORTH WAITING IN LINE TWO HOURS...... That said, I'm thankful for "Jusco" (across the street) which is just as good but you don't have to wait in line! (a big deal when you're hungry). "Sushi Boat" is overrated and overcrowded....not worth it because "Time Is Money" and my time is worth $100 an hour.......a two-hour wait in line translates into a $213 lunch......

    (1)

  • Albert S.

    While dinner is pricey, this buffet offers high quality, good food. Drinks are included in the price!

    (4)

  • Kittarae S.

    Here's my strategy: Show up an hour before they open and socialize. Some people play cards or bring a book. Anyways, you get first pick of the buffet. This isn't the highest quality sushi you will eat, but it is the highest quality sushi you will get for the money. This place acts as my sushi standard. Not everything here is equally tasty... here is what I like: Things on a boat: unagi (roasted eel) rolls with tempura shrimp in the middle and avocado / unagi / fish eggs raw oysters (best eaten with a little lemon and a slice of pink pickled ginger) smoked salmon and cream cheese sushi edamame seaweed salad fried banana (dessert!!) Things to ask for from the guys making sushi: softshell crab tempura sashimi - all kinds (they will give it to you without the rice) The service is flawlessly fast, my teacups and water are never empty. My stomach just growled!

    (5)

  • Elea C.

    The attraction: Decent (read: not mind-blowing, but definitely better than my local Sushi Lovers) sushi buffet for less than $12, which is applicable not only towards the generic selection put out on boats, but any requested special dishes as well. I can actually devour enough sushi to fill up my stomach without experiencing guilty pains afterward from a hefty bill! The downside: You'll need to get up early and stand in line before the place opens, because Fuji's isn't the biggest restaurant (meaning: limited seats at the bar/limited tables), but is so hyped up that many others will be trying to get in too. Bottom line: Not really worth making a special trip for if you're a non-local, but if you happen to be in Davis, why not stop by? (NOTE: The all-you-can-eat buffet is only applicable for lunch.)

    (4)

  • Grace L.

    During lunch, you have to get to Fuji's around 10:30am to get in the first group of people who get to eat. Otherwise, you're on a huge waitlist and are pretty much guaranteed a 1 hour wait with all the other hungry college students waiting in line to gorge themselves on mediocre sushi. The sushi isn't HORRIBLE per se, but I believe the sushi chefs here believe that everything tastes better if it's doused in teriyaki sauce. It kills me every single time because I can't distinguish the tastes between the different types of sashimi because everything just tastes like that clear, brown sauce. One time I had the raw oysters during lunch buffet and they were horribly fishy tasting. After that experience, I was too afraid to try them again until I got confirmation from a friend that they didn't taste so bad that time around. I'd only recommend this place to you for lunch if you're an early riser and don't mind eating in a packed restaurant with average sushi.

    (2)

  • Eric L.

    Pretty good sushi. But why the fuck does every sushi seem to have soo much sauce and cream? For the price, it's not too bad. Rice gets you full fast. Don't come if you have cheap ass friends who don't got money and you end up spotting for them. Cause chances are, they aint gonna pay you back.

    (4)

  • Shirley H.

    This was the spot to go for all you can sushi during my college years! it was cheap and it was pretty good up until they chnaged owners then the sushi lost a little bit of its kick. I haven' t been here for the longest time! but i still miss it!!! the wait is horrible, usually out the friggin door with a bunch of starving college students trying to get their sushi fix / hunger satisfied. But over all, i miss this place! and would definitely go back again...ITs self serve so you go up to the sushi boat and pick whatever you want to eat. and if you can flag a roller down he'll make you a special roll!

    (3)

  • Diana A.

    Sushi on boats! How cute.. Dining in with my babe on a rainy day was a real treat! It was my first time there but, my bf has been in a few times. I felt cozy and my tummy was so happy for the tasty sashimi. The miso soup wasn't so great but, hey! There's sushi on moving boats! hehe ^_^

    (5)

  • emO k.

    Fuji sushi is a pretty nice place to eat if you like tiny, loud, crowded dining areas. As for the food, bring an appetite for soy sauce. You must all be thrilled! I mean, I love sushi, but I could hardly choke down two plates of that sodium loaded seaweed.

    (3)

  • Michelle Y.

    crab tempura? fresh slices of raw fish is a part of the buffet? buffet for less than $15? am i dreaming? did santa find my wish list? NO! THIS IS REAL! SUSHI IS SOOOOOOOOOO GOOD! CRAB TEMPURA puts a twist on things. SLICES of raw fish WITHOUT the rice.... that just makes me want to cry! Even if you are on a DIET you can eat this BUFFET! And they serve beer. :D :D :D The only thing I don't like is the long wait, but it is worth it & they are willing to seat you until closing time... not like regular sushi places which close at 2 and stop serving food at 130. I LOVE YOU FUJI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Don't ever leave my life!!!!!!!!!!

    (5)

  • Stephen N.

    This is one place that warrants a near two hour trip (with traffic) to Davis every so often from my friends and I. The sushi buffet here is crazy packed and it is easy to see why. For $10.95 (weekdays until 2 P.M.) you can basically have a gorge fest on probably the best sushi buffet there is. Notice how I said sushi buffet and I did not call it buffet sushi. Comparing the sushi at this place to typical buffet would be like comparing Larry Bird to Mike Dunleavy Jr. The biggest problem here you will encounter is the wait. If you com here late than you had better expect to wait an hour or more depending on the size of your party. It is totally worth it in the end though because all that waiting makes you angry and hungry creating a deadly combination. You can basically ask the sushi chefs to make you any roll you want that they are aware of and they will have it for you in a short time. The hassle of getting food is not that bad either seeing as how most people are efficient and know what they want, and the boats are re-filled quite quickly. The only real hassle here is bringing your food back, but if you can get a seat at the boat than there is no problem there. Some flaws in the food I found were in the tuna. The tuna at times can taste and smell really fishy. One time I had my friend's tuna sashimi and it actually tasted kind of bitter. Also expect some really cold pieces of sashimi sometime or another. Other than that there is no other place that I am aware of that allows people to gorge on so many rolls, fried items, and sashimi. Again, this place definitely warrants the two hour trip (1h 20m without traffic).

    (4)

  • Echosaisis C.

    Still the best of the best, despite a change of hands in owners (the original owners went to Elk Grove and opened up a Fuji's there). 6 or 7 years loyal...even though I live in Sacramento, I still drive all the way to Davis because the service is attentive, polite, and chefs do not ignore you if you order what you want. Love it. The best of the best in California.

    (5)

  • Kara M.

    This is by far the best sushi buffet I ever heard of!! The sushi is good and its usually 11-12 dollars. In LA this same quality of buffet would cost $25! Get there early because the line is seriously down the street and around the corner for lunch. This is a good place to come in groups. The fried bananas are really good too. They have a sushi boat that has all types of sushi that you just go over and grab. They are really good about filling up your water glass here too. The best part is that you can technically tell the chefs to make you anything off the menu and they will, all included in the buffet price. Never go here for dinner, you will get ripped off and the service isn't that good. Lunch is the best time to go...it's like a 100 percent better deal.

    (4)

  • Chris C.

    BEST Sushi Buffet I've ever been to. That's the best compliment. I don't expect anything else from walking into a buffet, just GOOD ENOUGH food. I've had much worse at sushi buffets and this place was great for getting all the sashimi, california rolls and other generic rolls you want. I've also never heard of a $12.00 sushi buffet. That made it VERY nice for lunch. I was full, happy and left with a nice plump stomach. Try it out! If you don't like it, don't come back cuz I want the line shorter!

    (4)

  • Maggie L.

    I only go here for the buffet and I have been to both lunch and dinner buffets. I prefer Fuji's over the other sushi buffet restaurants in Davis. I feel that it's less crowded during dinner time and the waiters seem to be more attentive by that time. Their sashimi is all right for the price you pay. I like most of their rolls, but I still cannot stand anything with cream cheese in it. I think it is just plain gross. It's cheaper to eat here for lunch. Dinner feels like a better deal since you get a soda as part of the deal. I hate having to order tempera and specialty rolls. I feel that I have to wait a long time when I do have put in orders. I know it's in their best interests to make food as ordered, but I hate having to wait more than 20 minutes for things like salmon skin hand roll, only 2 pieces at that! I understand, it gets busy and some orders take a backseat to those sitting at the sushi boat table. One time they even forgot about my order...I was pretty steamed. By the way, I do not feel a bit intrusive when I have to reach over these people to get plates of sushi. I mean, they chose to sit there so they have to deal with the consequences. I would only sit up front if I had no other choice, try to get a table if you can. Also, I feel that when I happen to sit farther away from the food, I have more of a right to place my orders directly with the waiter.

    (3)

  • Thao T.

    This place was recommended to me by some locals and a friend who went to UC Davis as one of the best sushi places to eat. There are al lot of davis students who eat here and work here and so you know it's affordable. The food was really good too, but I was super hungry. My friend and i had bento boxes with chicken and salmon teriyaki and some sides of ca rolls and kappa rolls. Since some of the servers knew my friend who recommended the place, we got some complimentary specialty rolls which all tasted really good. I think my friend didn't enjoy it as much as me, but she's pickier eater than I am. We were definitely full and spent probably around $40 for dinner, which isn't too bad for all the food we got! It's also right in the downtown area, and there isnt much to do around there but if youre curious what that part of town is like, its probably the most happening place, but I didn't see much that was going on

    (4)

  • Matthew B.

    Back when I worked in West Sac instead of Roseville my coworkers and I made a once a month trek to davis and filled our bellys with Fuji's goodness. Cheap, good and tons of it. They will make things as you ask outside of normal boat river for buffet. I am not a huge fan of sushi but I like theirs and teh raw oysters with some wasabi can not be beat. One time ate a shit load of those to the point I felt like rolling out the door.

    (5)

  • derrick i.

    I think Christina T hit it right on the head. This place isn't amazing, but it's really good for starging college students who only have like 11 bucks to eat. what's nice about this place is that despite the all you can eat, you can still order fuller size rolls from the bar, like soft-shelled crab or a dragon roll. Quantity over quality reigns supreme at this joint people, and that's not necessarliy a bad thing.

    (3)

  • Chris G.

    Like most all you can eat places, I prepare myself just in case the food is lack luster, but this place was probably one of the more unique all you can Japanese places I've seen. Not only is there all you can eat sushi, they have fish and pretty much anything else you want there for your taking. If the item you want isn't on the area where the all you can eat items are, just ask one of the chefs and they will create it for you. That is a first for me. The staff is friendly and while the place is small to medium in size, they kick out a ton of fresh food for anyone who wants it.

    (4)

  • Alex C.

    Just strictly going by sushi standards, Fuji is mediocre at best. But the price is the biggest draw.

    (3)

  • Demi T.

    When I started my college years at UCD I had never tried sushi before, but I was open to it. Eventually I became hooked on Fuji's, it was $13 for all you can eat sushi buffet, what???!!!! Over the years I had tried Jusco's (right across the street) and some other place that I think closed down already, I stuck with Fuji's. The last year I spent in Davis I noticed the quality in the fish went dramatically down, and I'm no expert on sushi, but I know that if you are eating raw fish, you shouldn't get that fishy aftertaste in your mouth...its gross! If you are able to get into a car and drive out of Davis for good sushi, DO IT, it wasn't until I moved to Vacaville to make my commute shorter for work that I discovered good descent, and delicious sushi at Hisui! For those of you who can't get access to a car, well, your luck remains with Fuji's for the moment, but since I haven't been in Davis or Fuji's for the past 2 years, I don't know how much further down the service downgraded...reading from the reviews here is that its getting really bad and you might see roaches, that is nasty! But then again, thats what you get for going to very small town community, GOOD LUCK!

    (2)

  • Del F.

    GREAT PRICE for all the sushi you can pig out on! I live 3 hours away and my friends suggested this place and I was very impressed. In comparison to the sushi prices in Monterey CA I was actually shocked of the various selection of delectable sushi assortments. my wife and I had some Sushi left over and I didn't want to waist food so I asked if we can take our food to go. The waitress said we had to pay extra to take all the food home but she only charged us 4 bucks for 25 dollars work of sushi I estimated that was left over. I was happy to pay it! COMING BACK AGAIN!

    (5)

  • Elizabeth W.

    All you can eat for less than $20. How can you beat that?! I am of the belief that when the price is cheaper, the food tastes better. I dont even know how they stay in business with prices like this, but I'm not complaining! Even during their buffet hours, you can special order items that you dont see, like soft shell crab. The word is out on this place though, because a line starts forming for lunch up to an hour before they open. Its worth the wait!

    (5)

  • Winnie L.

    After hearing all the reviews from my friends who went to Davis and talking about how they can out eat each other, I finally got to try this place last weekend. For $12.00, it's an all your can eat Sushi joint. For $12.00, not bad at all because they serve everything you can normally get at a a sushi place, so it's totally worth it. The sushi itself, not the best but did the trick. Since I'm not one of those 'all you can eat' folks, since I can't/don't eat that much, I still got my $12.00 worth, since sushi can add up. Word of warning, you have to line up before the place opens to get in on the first round, otherwise, there's a lot of waiting to do. Not fun when you're waiting in Davis heat.

    (3)

  • jd d.

    I repeate, this place is not worth the wait. It's only good the first time. I rarely eat sushi buffets and this was the first and last place I went to. THe sushi is terrible. It'll make you gag. People only go here for the deep-fried soft shell crab... thats it. But only go here just to try.. then you'll know why.. This is a College Food version of Sushi.. quick, simple, cheap. If you really want to have fun, I suggest you do a PLATE BATTLE with friends. Who can eat the most sushi, with rice. I had 13 once, but that was shortly broken by a friend of mine who took down 22... yikes...

    (2)

  • Katherine N.

    There is so much hype around this restaurant and I don't really understand why. The wait is ridiculous. I waited 3 hrs to be seated for lunch and by then I was STARVING. Their sushi isn't that great as everyone makes it out to be, but it was still good. I guess it's worth what you're paying for. I didn't particularly like that you had to stick your arm in front of other people to get food. Considering the price, I would only come back if it wasn't so damn crowded!

    (3)

  • kate r.

    For $11 you get all you can eat sushi and more, sure the quality is not going to be top notch, but hey, you'll only spend $11 to know the true meaning of gluttony. The wait can take over an hour so be prepared, but I think its worth it. You can also ask for typical Japanese-American food from the guys behind the bar. Even though you don't see certain things floating on the boats you can still ask for tempura, teriyaki, softshell crab, and a whole lot of other things. I have even seen some people ask for huge specialty rolls. I love to finish my meals with their oil-laden fried bananas.

    (4)

  • Hue L.

    It's no fun being dragged out of bed at the butt-crack of dawn and driven all the way to Davis just so you could get in long line and wait for Fuji's to open only to be able to put you name on the list! I didn't even know that many people lived in Davis (and in the Summer too!) Of course, the sushi isn't great, but it's good. And for the $12 all-you- can-eat price it is pretty worth it. The chefs behind the counter are very accommodating and make your stuff to order. One thing I would recommend is sitting at the bar if you can. That way, you don't have to keep getting up from your table to go to the bar to grab sushi. Only downside to the bar is that some people don't get the concept of personal space and stand so close to you while they're ordering from the chef that you feel their smoker breath on your back. Also, if you live more than an hour away, uh... stay in bed.

    (3)

  • Daphne N.

    It really doesn't get any better than good all you can eat sushi. even though its a buffet style, the specialty rolls that you can order are awesome! big portions too. which totally surprised me. I thought they would be dinky but the specialty rolls were actually really good! The spicy tuna roll could have been done better but their other items more than make up for that. Unlimited grilled salmon and oysters for $17-18?! craazzzyyyy. you can't really be a picky eater either on a college student's budget. I'd rather spend dollas here than at some of the other janky places in davis to eat which is limited already.

    (4)

  • Steven C.

    This place is great for a cheap and inexpensive all you can eat sushi bar. This place is always packed and is a welcome change to all on budget students and customers who are not willing to spend more than $13 (lunch) to $17(dinner) out of pocket. The food here is great for what you would expect from a "ALL YOU CAN EAT BUFFET SUSHI BAR". But why I'm giving this place a three star is because the place is also not that clean, its dimly lit, and the service is OK for how busy it is.

    (4)

  • Lorena G.

    I went to this sushi joint a bit erie after reading all the negative reviews; but thought we'd give it a shot. The sushi was not frozen, but I would agree with poor service and definitely get there early.luckily our friends got there before it opened and held seats for us at the bar. The only down fall to eating at the bar is you might have people placing orders over your head. But it beats getting up from the table to get your sushi. I liked this place especially because there are small dishes for kids floating on the boats like chicken wings and chicken on a stick. Definitely would go again.

    (4)

  • Martin W.

    The sushi here is good enough for return visits. I've only been to this place during lunch hours so I don't really have enough input on their dinner services. I will say that their food is nothing special...I mean it's good but not the best. Every time we left though...we were just stuffed. I mean uncomfortably stuffed...but that's our fault because we keep challenging each other to see who could eat the most rolls...god we're idiots.

    (3)

  • Anastasia V.

    Has anyone who rated above a 3 ever tasted real sushi? I'm sorry but i've also had better tasting food at other all you can eat sushi restaurants. The sashimi was definately not fresh looking/tasting and neither was the sushi. The only thing i actually enjoyed was the ebi tempura.. I dont think that it is worth the wait and drive and i will not be coming back even if someone paid for my food and transportation. I agree that this place is about quantity over quality...

    (1)

  • P H.

    Best prices, and good food, SIT IN THE BAR, comfortable and you'll be really happy, bring your friends.

    (5)

  • G S.

    Because the price is right and the food is great. I was about 40th in line before they opened and I instantly got a table.

    (5)

  • Gordon L.

    5 stars for feeding UC Davis students! All you can eat!!!!! miss this place so much!

    (5)

  • I AM L.

    My family and I decided to take a journey out past the cow valley into the college valley...and we ended up here. We were excited to see the price of the sushi buffet was around $11-12 per person for MASSIVE amounts of sushi galore. Now, we're talking like 10 piece rolls, oysters on the half shell, crab/shrimp/vegetable tempura, fried sushi, SASHIMI, hand rolls, and many selections of sushi. The only thing I found was that a lot of the rolls had the same ingredients...crab, seaweed and some sort of special sauce. But I recommend the sashimi there because for the price there is no way you'll spend this amount on sashimi anywhere else for the same quality as a top notch sushi restaurant. Waitresses and waiters were friendly as well as the people providing tempura and making the sushi. It was lunch time and we got a table right away. The only thing is that it is difficult to get sushi because you have to climb over people while they are dining which is a little embarassing especially if you have under arm alarm or don't want people checking out your unshaved pits. However, for the price it is a really good bargain. However, this is in the middle of cow town people. Unless you live near here, the place is a long journey to the outside world of the bay area city life. But if you're down to drive and love sushi at a cheaper price...kinda like buying at the outlets...then this is your place. I think there is a long wait if you go at the wrong time. I suggest going on weekdays at like 11 am or closer to 1 pm to get faster service.

    (4)

  • Vic S.

    not bad for all you can eat sushi. the price is good and the sushi is actually decent. the wait can be a while but that's expected at most all you can eat places. i think their specialty rolls would be a lot better without all that sauce they drizzle on top. there's way too much sauce and it ruins the flavor of the roll. the sashimi was decent and the kalbi ribs were good.

    (3)

  • Kris F.

    I've loved this place for years since I went to college in Davis. You can't beat the price and what a lot of people don't know is that you can ask the chef's for whatever you want if you don't see what you're looking for on the boats. Some of the more specialty rolls that are not usually on the boats are the best ones. I usually get those instead of the "average stuff" on the boats. I still drive 45 minutes to Davis regularly, just for this place. Anyone who says the selection isn't good just never figured out that you can ask for anything you want and they'll whip it up for you. They used to only do the buffet for lunch but they now do it for dinner too. If you go for lunch, expect to wait a little to het seated. There is usually a line forms well before they open.

    (5)

  • caryl r.

    Creative buffet, wait time was short, food was excellent, price was affordable. Parking can be a bit scarce but if you get there early on a Saturday.... Looking forward to going back.

    (4)

  • Sandra T.

    I'm not much of a buffet person, but it's nice to know that I have options! I guess for the price that you pay, you can't really complain about the food (how bad of a stomach ache you get after). Although the line is a tad long, it's worth the wait if you're either really hungry and craving sushi or have nothing better to do on a weekend and want to check it out.

    (3)

  • WeiLi T.

    came here w/ a group of friends from bay area on a saturday just to try it cuz one of the guys went here for school and came once in a while. for a $14 buffet, it's kind of what you would expect - average quality rolls in large portions. I think the low point of the meal was that ALOT of their rolls had unagi sauce on it which i usually like, but honestly, their unagi sauce tasted straight up like ketchup...yuckkk. there was no tang to it like u would want. however, what really saved this place and made the drive worthwhile was the amazing portions of sashimi in the buffet! wow! they had giant cuts of salmon, hamachi, and tuna and you could just go up to the sushi chefs and ask for a plate of whatever you want. Given, the fish wasn't like the best quality, it was still pretty good. for your hamachi, you know it's good when it sort of melts in your mouth but their fish kind of lacked that quality. at the end of the meal they started serving red snapper which is usually a treat but their was still frozen. they also have some nice fillers in the buffet like korean style khabi and teriyaki chicken skewers, fried chicken wings, wakame salad. pretty good to go and get really full, but wouldn't recommend it if you're into really quality rolls/ nigiri

    (3)

  • Irene L.

    All you can eat sushi and stuff? Perfect for students who want to eat till they explode for a small price. Love their fried asparagus (INTERESTING!) and fried bananas. =) Crowded at times, and probably kind of hard to maneuver a wheelchair around here, also sucks miso soup isn't included and if you get a seat by the sushi bar, people are always reaching over you or around you. Oh well.

    (4)

  • Michael L.

    I'm not usually a buffett fan but i have to honestly say that Fuji's isn't that bad. It's mostly their service that is good. The sushi chefs are really attentive to your needs and any time you ask for something they'll give it pretty much right away. Staff is friendly and always ready to serve.

    (4)

  • John Z.

    This place is bomb! I don't know why people are giving such low reviews. For $12 all you can eat sushi/sashimi, you cannot beat! If I were to go to a regular sushi restaurant I probably eat over $150 worth of food. I live in the East Bay and I drive all the way to Davis and wait an hour just for this!

    (5)

  • Fandk D.

    Karen: Felix actually asked me to call in sick from work so that we can go to this place. Man! It was worth it. Knowing the sushi fanatics that we are...this is SUSHI HEAVEN for us. The best all you can eat sushi restaurant for $12. After waiting in line for 1 hour (that's before the place opens at 11am, I think)...I'm a believer. I'm like...so that's why they're all standing in line for this place to open. Definitely a place to go to for sushi lovers.

    (5)

  • Danny C.

    Fuji's, the place that saved me from DC hell freshman year and the place to go when I want to experience some gluttony in my life. Now was the food any good? No, not really, not if you considered frozen sashimi (Yes, I've bitten into the icy fish many times) or questionable freshness of the fish. However for $7.95/8.95 (weekday/weekend lunch prices), it's not bad at all, especially on a college student's budget. The choices are plentiful from spider rolls, gyoza, nigiri sushi, and also the previously mentioned frozen sashimi. Sometimes the food is pretty good, others can be the opposite. It's really a hit or miss, but it's nice to have this often in a town like Davis. The lines are always long for this place, and from the pictures on yelp, it looks like nothing has really changed except for the price. During my 4 years at Davis, the prices slowly went up once a year to 10.95/11.95, and I guess it looks like it has gone up a little more since then. Talking about $7.95 all you can eat sushi at Fuji's is like talking about gas prices being $2/gal, but as the price here goes up, it does lose its value. 2 star for the food and service, 3 stars total for some good times for me back in Davis. I'm feeling old now....

    (3)

  • Wilson L.

    This is the BEST SUSHI BOAT LUNCH PLACE this side of Northern California. For $10 (back in 2003-2004; not sure the price now), you have yourself a one way ticket to sushi HEAVEN. All you can eat dragon, spider, and catapiller rolls, chicken teriyaki, raw oysters, hamachi, sashimi and whatever you want to order. Where can you get that for that price... The boats get filled up and there are two side places where you can pick up whatever is on the boats or left on the side. This is just an amazing amount of food available to eat. Sure, if your there on a weekend, you may miss the crowds, but be warned that the doors open at 11:30, so get there a bit earlier if you want some grubbing. Damn.. i'm hungry for it now... but it's midnight.. I'll be dreaming of sushi tonight!

    (5)

  • Noel d.

    Not your typical quantity only sushi buffet for lunch. The best sushi buffet I've been to. Most of the sushi was better than other sushi restaurants at $10.00 or more per roll. The menu item was little sparse, but I think they can control the quality better that way. The wait for lunch is long all the time, but well worth it. Just get there early and wear your elastic waist band pants. The wait staff seem favor the older crowd over the students though. I've been there with my older friends and seem to get better service. They must think students are expendable low tippers.

    (5)

  • Alex T.

    Fuji Sushi Boat is amazing, I went in when they first open in the afternoon and there was a lot of people waiting outside to get in. My sister referred me to this place and we went there for lunch and the food was delicious. This was my first time eating at a sushi restaurant. I ended up trying every dish and they were all very good. I would recommend everyone if you're in the Davis area to check out this place. Service was good and simple, seated us in front of sushi bar and always kept returning to refill our drinks. All the employees were very nice and the chefs made all the special dishes i requested in a decent amount of time. This place is packed with customers during lunch hour and its one of the best sushi and seafood buffet I've been to, the price is decent, it was about $13 per person during lunch. I will definitely be coming back again when I'm in the neighborhood!

    (5)

  • Christopher C.

    A friend of mine has been talking about this place forever and how he wanted me to try it, well today we went, and WOW!! All you can eat for $12.95!!!! (lunch) Boats a plenty, and any thing you want you can order! I had about 3 plates of tuna and salmon sashimi, a few rolls, nigiri, hand rolls, edamame all for $12.95!!! Everything was tasty and the custom rolls i ordered were great and made fast. Sashimi and Nigiri was tasty and good portions. I am NOT a fan of avocado so I just walked up to the chefs and asked for my rolls without it and it wasn't a problem. This isn't one of those boat places that only put the cheap inexpensive, pre-made sushi in the boats/all you can eat., they continuously put fresh stuff out and with how many people are in there it doesn't stay in the boats for long! I would give this place 5 stars on one of my sashimi plates the salmon was still partially frozen. Took a little out of the taste! But other than that I am loving this place. I love roughly 30 minutes away and even with the gas money to get there and back its a hell of a lot cheaper than going to my local place where I can easily spend $30 on myself. If you sit at the bar be prepared to have people reaching over you for the sushi on the boats and ordering. I felt bad having to order while standing behind people sitting at the bar, but unfortunately that is where you have to do it. I went to the ends to get my food off the boats, it was just to weird otherwise. So I would recommend a table if you don't want to be crowded at the bar. Its amazing how much sushi you can eat when it is affordable. I can not wait to go there many more times.

    (4)

  • Edgar G.

    I've been to Fuji's twice, the first time was for lunch with some friends a year or two ago and the line was long as hell! Tonight I came here for dinner, and what did you know... they now have the all you can eat for dinner for $16 a person. I was surprised at how little people there were tonight, but it was also a school night. I like how they let you get soft shell crabs, fried oysters, etc. for dinner. I'll be back here for more sushi. I'm surprised I didn't get too sick of sushi after I left, and that's a good thing.

    (4)

  • Jennifer H.

    i would give the price with the amount of food they serve you 5 star. you can actually ask the chef to make any dishes you want. i asked for fried calamari, sashimi plate, etc. that was quite impressive that they could and would do it. drink, miso soup are included in the price. i think it was 15.99 for dinner buffet per person but the quality of the sushi and sashimi is only 3 star, not very authentic or fresh. i think i felt a little (just a little) sick after i ate there, but would i go back? very likely! not that i like to torture myself, but it's just a steal!

    (3)

  • Christina N.

    Fuji has been a staple of Davis for as long as I can remember. In my peak prime of eating (think all you can eat Dining Common days), sixteen plates was a minimum and I was on the low end compared to the boys. In any event, if you're friendly with the guys behind the bar, you can order all kinds of things that aren't normally floating around the boats. The turnover is good which means the food is relatively fresh for a buffet and the quality isn't too shabby. To really get your money's worth, make sure you finish up with orange slices and tempura bananas!

    (3)

  • Jonas C.

    For the price you can't really beat what this place offers. I mean, it's all-you-can-eat for under $20. Now, don't get me wrong, it's not like just because it's cheap I'd write a good review about this place. It's basically a conveyor belt (sushi boat, close enough, it's a water conveyor belt) that you can help yourself to, no limit. The quality of the cuts of nigri (mostly salmon) are fairly good, a lot of other stuff (such as teriyaki, katsu, gyoza, etc...). The rolls and selection are kind of limited, but you can also special order stuff, if you're not too lazy to do so for every other thing. That's my only knock on this place, the selection in terms of sushi, it really is pretty limited, some I think hamachi and mostly just sake.

    (4)

  • Suavecito m.

    the hometown buffet of sushi spots. Yes its all you can eat, but this place is always super duper busy (which isn't a bad thing) but for the quality of sushi, I'm not so sure it's worthy of the hype.

    (2)

  • Gigi T.

    the amount of oysters for the price - 5 stars the amount of soft shell crab - 5 stars the freshness and sweetness of fishes - ummm... 2.5 stars overall rating for college students budget - 4 stars This is a place where quantity is way more than quality. Come on, this is a college town... we don't have that much to spend... fuji is needed.

    (3)

  • Stacey L.

    This review is based on the lunch buffet. I've never been to Fuji for dinner. I ate here at least a few times a year when I attended UCD and now I miss it! The food is worth the wait and for the price it's a good deal. It's not the best sushi but for a buffet it's great. I love the soft shell crab and always request a few. The chefs are always willing to make you anything that isn't already available. The only reason it doesn't get 5 stars is because of the long wait.

    (4)

  • Jenn T.

    $12/person for UNLIMITED sushi???? what could be better than that??? oh yeah.... unlimited sashimi. highly recommend visiting this place at least once in your life and i suggest getting there at no later than 930AM because the line gets really long.

    (4)

  • LT B.

    Before it opened for lunch at 11am, people were already lined up. Once I got it I realized why....so they can sit right in front of the sushi boats and order right up with the chefs. It was my first time there. People were ordering things that weren't avail on the boats. I don't like that there is a secret menu. If all of these items are available then they should post it somewhere visible. Other than that, the sushi itself was ok. There was a lot of variety, but so so quality. The unagi sauce was too gooey and present on many other rolls. I like that the rolls didn't have too much rice, otherwise I would've filled up faster! Overall, I enjoyed it and would come back again. Next time I'm ordering the special items! $16.99 all you can eat lunch.

    (4)

  • Avg Joe C.

    Yes yes I've read several of the reviews about this place. What is the deal with you people expecting top quality sushi at a buffet? Its not the best but its pretty damn good for a buffet. At $12.95 for all u can eat including softshell crab, oysters and other non-sushi items its a pretty good deal. Most Sushi restaurants it costs that much just for ONE roll. Admittedly their quality has gone down hill over the years and their head sushi chef isnt around anymore. They are more concerned with volume more than quality thats for sure, but for a sushi buffet it cannot be beat. I give the Sushi 2 stars, plus 2 stars for value. The place opens at 11:30am but the line starts forming at 10am!!!! Count on at least waiting 1 hour to get in on any given day so be prepared to wait in line for a while.

    (4)

  • Dr K.

    It's a waste of time waiting in line. Otherwise it's decent.

    (3)

  • emily p.

    came here once because we heard about this all you can eat sushi for 12 bucks and heard that you can order anything even if its not on the boat, im from the east bay. cheap sushi, not the best quality but for 12 bucks all u can eat its worth it. my favorite is the soft shell crab, id go back just for that! lol. for 12 bucks and if im around the davis area id def eat here. come early to get in first, it opens at 11 and we were there around 1030 so we were the first group to go in. and dont just grab stuff thats on the boat, order some rolls. and take your time. i felt like everyone bumrushed the bar and were competing! sit on a table not the bar cuz when youre at the bar people are constantly reaching over you to grab a plate.

    (3)

  • Bill D.

    Spent the weekend in Davis and stumbled across Fuji's. I don't particularly care for buffets because of the "assemblyembly line" like food but Fuji was quite a relief. The sushi was excellent and tasty. The price was not bad as well. $12 dollars per person! All I can say is "PIG OUT"!!

    (4)

  • Gena J.

    This is the Disneyland of sushi! The buffet didn't open til 5p.. And my group of 4 got there 20m early... And really needed to use the restroom. So they opened the doors for us and told us we can sit inside and wait tip they opened. The hostest was so friendly and nice. Which made for a great first impression. She even told us the perfect place to sit (which FYI is at the bar next to the chef)... The waiters were funny and on point. My drink never ran out. The chefs were helpful bc we were not sure of the different sushi that was in front of us. And the sushi was great! I was expecting the sushi to taste like buffet sushi... Nasty and old. But it blew my mind!!! It was incredible!!! Ovrall... Totally worth the $16.25. And our chef tony rocked!!! The best sushi experience of my life!

    (4)

  • Anna L.

    The sushi here is edible, but you do get what you pay for. It's nice for students because it's all you can eat, but they're lacking in terms of the quality of food. After a while all the rolls start to taste the same. If you're from the Bay Area and know what REAL sushi tastes like, be ready to be disappointed. If you're just looking for a good deal, then it's okay. Personally, I would prefer going to Davis Sushi Buffet over this place which isn't all that much better but I've had bad experiences coming here. (Sometimes you can hear the sushi chefs talk shit about the customers in Cantonese. This doesn't affect the quality of the food, but does create a very uncomfortable atmosphere when you can understand what they're saying about you and your friends.)

    (2)

  • Richard T.

    Been going for the past 8 yrs on and off. Strictly a value play here. Nothing exceptional everything nearly acceptable. Sashimi is questionable but salmon is not too bad if you pick the right slices. Oh yeah, the wait in line is absurd.

    (3)

  • Bill K.

    I came here early and the line wasn't too long. I wish they had the buffet for dinner though. I can't eat that much early in the day. The food is not bad. For 12-13 bucks all-you-can-eat sushi, you can't really complain. I say deal!

    (4)

  • Prentiss C.

    Definitely the best value meal out there. Lunch buffet at $12.95 for all you can eat soft-shell crab?! Heck yeah!!! So worth the drive. The staff is always accomodating with our multiple requests for soft-shell crabs (of course), spider rolls, fried bananas, etc. We definitely eat our money's worth. We've gone around 1:30pm on a weekday and had no problems with the crowd at all (but then again it was during summertime if that makes a difference). The only thing is that they start breaking down the buffet at 2pm on the dot. Good thing we're fast eaters =) .

    (4)

  • Beth N.

    A family favorite! The lines are long to get in...the wait may be up to an hour, but definitely worth the wait. The sushi is fresh and just keeps on coming! I like going for the lunch buffet where it's an all-you-can eat price. Price is right, service good (though you mostly serve yourself!) and food excellent! At least someone in my family goes 1-2 times a month.

    (4)

  • Edel M.

    We came to this restaurant on Valentine's Day, my daughter's b-day. This is the best sushi buffett I've ever been to, price is very reasonable. The servers are corteous and friendly. I can only say that there isn't enough tables, people look at you like a hawk while they wait to be seated. It's pathetic that some impatient customers would say unpleasant comments while waiting. Have a little decency you guys!!! If you want to be seated right away, get there early!!! This is a buffett restaurant!!!

    (5)

  • David C.

    ROACHES... No need to say any more!

    (1)

  • Keane L.

    A Davis monument. Not the freshest and far from the best, but it's better than any all-you-can-eat sushi place I've ever been to. The extra wait for the bar area is worth it. You can ask them for soft shell crab.

    (5)

  • Frank D.

    So this place might not have the best sushi, but you get to eat a lot of it. I mean you really can't compare a buffet to a regular restaurant. That is simply unfair. If this was the case then most likely, almost all restaurants would go out of business. If food quality was the same than I think that many restaurants would go belly up because they would not be able to compete with buffets. So go to this place with an open mind and reasonable expectations. Do not expect this place to blow your mind. However, this place is good for those that really do not have that much experience with the different type of rolls. This way, they can try out the different types of rolls while still paying one price. If you were to do this at a regular Japanese restaurant then your bill would definitely be a lot more expensive. I do love their fried bananas. I would also recommend their vegetarian dragon roll. This has to be ordered from the guys making the rolls but it is quite delicous. One word of warning however. This place tends to oversauce their rolls. I'm not really sure why some places do this. I don't know if they think it makes their rolls taste better or maybe makes them prettier? It could even be that they figure if they put more sauce on it. It will make one thirstier and therefore it would make said patron drink more water. If patron drinks more water then they will get filled up on water and save on food costs. But then again, that's just me being cynical. Back to the review, I truly don't believe that this place is bad but I think the novelty has worn off for me. I should have written this review when I was still eating meat. This way I could give a full review about this place and all it has to offer. I have been here a bunch of times before when I was eating meat and I will have to say that their soft shelled crab along with their oysters is very good and you definitely have to try it. If you have nothing better to do than to drive out for about two hours then make the journey to Davis and try this place out. Before the lines would always be out the doors but now since there are like three of these places within a couple of blocks there hasn't been a line the last couple of times that I've gone. I see a bunch of one star reviews and I think that people need to have a reality check. I am pretty critical of food coming from the restaurant business and I judge places on different scales. You can't compare a top of the line car with your ford pinto. Yes, both are cars; but there's a reason why one will cost you a pretty penny while the other might blow up before you reach your final destination.

    (3)

  • Daniel H.

    Definitely not the BEST sushi I've had. In fact, it probably doesn't come up immediately when I think of really good sushi. Why 5 stars then? It's because of the same reason everyone touts -- the cheap sushi buffet experience. It's not bad sushi at all. In fact, it's pretty darn good, especially when you drag yourself and your friends there at 9-10. If you don't see what you want, ask them for it. The chefs are accomodating folks and will whip it up for you in a few moments time. Good food, always a fun atmosphere, and a great price.

    (4)

  • Tenaya T.

    I don't understand how anyone can give Fuji's less than 5 stars. My roommate and I have been coming here almost every week for about a year and a half. I crave it when we skip a week (or now that it's summer and she's not here I'm in serious withdrawal). We tried all the AYCE sushi buffets in Davis before we decided to make this our usual place. The staff are super friendly; they always remember us and our orders. The food is freaking amazing. I like lunch better because they have more sushi out instead of meats and noodles at dinner. Unlimited sashimi, and they don't skimp on the plates. If you leave rice or even a whole plate of food you didn't like, they won't charge you. I really need my Fuji's right now!! I don't think the wait is a problem because we get there at 10.45 for lunch and are usually the first ones there. They usually let everyone 5-10 minutes early too. Just get there early and you'll be fine!

    (5)

  • Kenneth W.

    I know that I whenever I went to Davis, I made sure that one of our stops would be Fuji's. Don't get the wrong idea, this place isn't exactly the best sushi that you will come across. But at this deal of about 11$ for all you can eat, you really can not complain. Like seriously, where else can you find a better deal at this price. Besides, most restaurant sushi almost taste like Fuji's anyways unless we go into the more pricier side of Japanese Cuisine. Soft shelled crab definitely makes me push for 4 stars when I would probably give it a rating of 3.5.

    (4)

  • Selina L.

    Ohh.. I used to go to Fuji's when my boyfriend and sister was there for college... It's worth the wait and the price is affordable for the sushi buffet... my boyfriend goes there so much that he knows the person behind the sushi boat.. and he would requested the dragon roll with shrimp tempura.. it's the bomb!! if i ever stop by davis already.. i wouldn't mind waiting in line for lunch.

    (5)

  • Marie C.

    Ok so my 1st thought was I can't believe I am driving to Davis for sushi. Once you get here though you will be overwhelmed at the sushi. Let's get something straight for $15, can you really complain about anything here? After eating a mixed plate of sashimi you get your monies worth. I mean a roll at any middle of the road sushi place is about $12. For all you can eat sushi, sashimi, tempura it is a steal. This place is really good for what it is, the rolls can tend to taste the same but they are not bad. Yes it isn't top notch and we all know that better places can be found but can you find them for the price that Fuji offers. If your in the area try it you won't be disappointed, if you are up for the drive it is an awesome value.

    (4)

  • Derek S.

    The atmosphere is ok, not too much design. It's simplistic. It used to be good back then, but man, it's just not that fresh. If they can make quality, fresh sushi and more, the ratings would be up.

    (3)

  • J F.

    I don't wanna give any stars. If you haven't developed a palate beyond Top Ramen and Applebee's, you'll probably LOVE it. It seems people come here to enjoy things like soft-shell crab, shrimp tempura, fried bananas, and rolls covered in overly-sweet unagi sauce. If that's you, that's fine. If you have a different idea of sushi, save yourself the money and time. For me, this place makes me want to vomit in my mouth. And said vomit would probably taste better than the raw fish they try to serve there. All the raw items taste old, putrid, and slimy. It's not that I'm just some food snob. I am down with the roach coach. I love dirty hole-in-the-wall food shacks that serve up tasty grub. Hot dog carts? Hell yes. But for some things, you should have high standards. And sushi is one of those things for me. It would be like choosing a hooker. If I'm gonna do it, I'd rather pay a lot of money to get the best. Whereas some people, don't really care and just wanna pay $10-$15 to get their rocks off.

    (1)

  • Tish H.

    fabulous. fresh. delicious. omg and only $17! YUM!

    (5)

  • M L.

    3 stars for food quality...fish still icy when you chew or bite on it. 5 stars for the price!...around $12 for all-you-can-eat sushi buffet!

    (3)

  • May Y.

    oh gosh, fuji's. i don't understand the hype. am i a terrible person for not liking this place? people are so faithful to fuji's. they rave about it. i expected so much more. it was all sad looking sushi. it was not fresh. sometimes the rice was soggy. sometimes the customers were vicious, viciously approaching the sushi boats like ravenous beasts. have people seriously not tried real sushi? i understand the appeal...it's a buffet, and it's cheap. i understand, and i'm sorry that people haven't been to better sushi buffets. i hope you all get that experience.

    (2)

  • Steven L.

    I usually went to Fuji once a week. However, I stop going there because of: 1). Bad service (the workers don't really know how to speak English, the chef takes a long time to make your dishes) 2).Have to wait for at least 15 minutes up to 1 hour (that's ridiculous, it's not cheap come on, you pay like $15/person =food + tax + tip) 3). Sushi rolls like Rice rolls (is that how Chinese make Sushi with too much rice?-most of the chef there are Chinese I think) 4).Sushi sashimi supposed to be fresh, however here, they are sometimes frozen,the chefs give you a small sashimi dish: bam! eat it! i am a fan of salmon sashimi, i feel weird if i keep asking:"can i have one more salmon sushimi". Why don't they just give me a big dish? or ask me how much do you want?" Please remember: you call your restaurant is a BUFFET BUFFET BUFFET. Plz don't be that cheap and make it fresh. 5).THey assign you table like they offer food to homeless people.WE pay to eat man.Not come to eat for free. 6).Dirty restroom. I guess nobody clean it for a year. Avoid at all costs. If YELP has 0 star, I will give it to Fuji. I went to to Davis Sushi Buffet; it's cleaner, better service and yummier food.

    (2)

  • Chester V.

    This place was horrible. Not only was the wait long...the service was rude and pushy. They didn't even acknowledge us when we were there. But finally, after what seemed like forever, we were seated. We ordered a couple of rolls and bentos. First they came out with the wrong rolls...and I was like "Fine" it's ok, because the food was still good. But then, I noticed one of the sushi makers come out of the restroom and I didn't even see him wash his hands again before making the sushi. SICK! Not surprising to say, my friends and I just called up the bill and left.

    (1)

  • Derrick H.

    Fuji's Japanese Buffet is excellent for the $10 lunch buffet, an overwhelming amount of selection of specialty sushi, nigiri, and sashimi. Located in the heart of Downtown Davis, this sushi buffet can be a secret, overlooked while driving by, with its quaint location and limited parking. However, you can find this place when you see the horrendous line of people standing in line over 30 minutes to an hour before opening for lunch. Fuji's is a favorite amongst UCD students, as well as locals and people from the Sacramento and Vacaville/Fairfield areas. Expect there to be horrendous lines that can stretch around the block, so if you intend to eat here, please plan in advance. This place is crowded mostly during lunch, on weekends and on holidays as well. The sushi here is not for the faint of heart, the sushi is served as a per request style, meaning you can have several of their specialty rolls that they produce, such as the Davis Roll, as well as the mass prepped sashimi, nigiri, and the many japanese appitizers and oysters moving around the boat river. The buffet, as in most, has no ambiance or anything really to impress, it is here to feed the masses who are quite hungry and can I say competitive for large quantities of sushi.

    (4)

  • Ken C.

    I used to come to Fuji often when I used to be a UCD student then I dropped out for good. But I don't miss this place. This place used to have all you can eat lunch for $6.99 - dirt cheap! Now I heard its way more expensive for the same kind of food and quality! And I realize that I am really old!

    (3)

  • robert b.

    Lunch time buffet is the main reason you should go here and probably the only reason. The price is so good for a place that serves good rolls, decent gyoza, and other sea food. If it's not on the boats as they pass you by, simply ask the chefs about it. Definitely worth going to if you are in the area for lunch but make sure you are there early, the line can be ridiculous.

    (3)

  • Kj D.

    For the money its worth it

    (4)

  • Eric T.

    Hella good, and I'm from San Fran where we know how sushi should taste! This place is great and the prices are outstandingly inexpensive. They now include the drink instead of charging you extra for soda! Everytime I think of eating sushi, I go here.

    (5)

  • Marc B.

    If you're a quantity over quality kind of guy, this place is for you. Best buffet I have ever been to. And of the numerous times I have been there, I have NEVER once gotten sick. Sure its no Bouchon or French Laundry, but you expect that going into a Buffet. What you don't expect is that for $12, you get pretty decent food! Best deal ever. Really, they have something for everybody, and you can get as much of it as you want. If you don't like it, fine, to each their own... but if you don't have unreasonably high expectations, this place is worth going to.

    (4)

  • c. b.

    Can I say god's gift to this earth? The whole appeal of this place is that you can sit down and for $12 eat enough sushi to make you cry. I am a big fan of the y2k roll.

    (5)

  • Cintia H.

    i have been here many times for lunch when i was a UCD student and the last couple of weeks for the first time for their dinner buffet and it's still pretty good. this is the type of buffet where you can actually get up to get the food instead of ordering from a menu and having to finish everything before getting more, like i have seen in other japanese sushi "buffets." it's also different because you can actually order their specialty rolls and other items that you do not see on the sushi boat and they will make it for you so your food is made to order. much of their foods are pretty good, like their seaweed and jelly fish salads, salmon and tuna sashimi, soft shell crab, short ribs, tempura, and sushi rolls. their salmon teriyaki is okay, but needs more flavoring on the teriyaki. whether you go there for lunch or dinner, you will definitely get your money's worth at their prices.

    (4)

  • Monet N.

    Fuji seems like the only place people seem to know when they come up to Davis and eat. Too bad there are an array of ethnic food places they can try if they were open to it. The main attraction is the buffet part which is best only when eaten for lunch. The sushi isn't horrible nor is it great and I guess being in a college town the price is right. I go here occasionally but most of the time I try to avoid it . I most definately wouldn't wait in line and if I have to go like when my cousin's visit then I have them wait in line and call me when they're about to be let in. I guess it's fun to stack the dishes to see how much we ate, take a picture and post it on facebook. I like to stack the dishes on the rice I didn't eat because I just want to get to the goods instead of getting filled up with rice. I think I'm going tomorrow because I have friends visiting... yay.

    (3)

  • Chieko H.

    All you can eat. How can you beat that? And they're not bad; not great. But then again, what do you expect from an all-you-can-eat restaurant? It's hard to get in; make it a habit to go about 1 hour before opening. The lines get ridiculously long.

    (3)

  • Adrianne G.

    the best sushi ever. loveee their Y2K roll yum.

    (5)

  • chris c.

    for starters, its better than todai thats for sure. im not sure why, but i was expecting good sushi. from a buffet. yea i was probably tired or something that day on not thinking straight. so we came for dinner, sat at the bar and picked random stuff off the boat that might have looked good. we ordered some stuff off the menu and it came in about one or two minutes, which is good and bad. good in that we dont have to wait, bad in that it might have been just sitting there. fried oysters are good. they were still hot so im just guessing someone is in the back constantly frying stuff. they fry it at slightly below the right temp to deep fry oysters, so some are good and some are a little mushy. for a buffet thats already pretty good. the sushi in general isnt that great. picked up a few off the boats that werent that great. we ordered a combination roll and davis roll, and both came out in like two minutes. cold. they were ok though. i felt like eating smoked salmon for some reason, and got smoked salmon sashimi. it was tasted ok, but not fresh at all. i watched them carve out chunks from a frozen filet. you are NOT supposed to eat things raw after its frozen like that. sashimi is sposta be fresh from live or very recently deceased (haha) fish. the chicken thing on a stick was ok. my girlfriend likes it. jellyfish was pretty good, a little too salty though. they had the korean glass noodle (the one in chop chae) as a dish. i didnt know what it was and picked one up. it was actually pretty decent hahaha. terrible for buffet though ate some other stuff. nothing great. also got a mango cake, coffee cake, and some other cake that was kinda hard. coffee was good, others sucked. honestly for $17 each, you should just go to a real sushi place and order some real sushi/sashimi. not worth it to stuff yourself with average food.

    (3)

  • Christine E.

    I would highly recommend this place for its lunch-time buffet. My cousin and good friend are both UC Davis graduates and boasted about the lunch buffet here. I could see why. The quality was pretty good for the price, I believe around $10 or $11. But, be sure to get there early, around 11 or 11:30 am cuz folks line up for the lunch buffet.

    (5)

  • Raymond W.

    Great food for lunch if you manage to get in when you want to. Wait is long but that is expected since it's such a great deal for their lunch buffet. If you're lucky enough to sit at the bar then you can order as much sashimi as you'd like.

    (4)

  • Melissa C.

    Best Sushi bar in Davis, especially if you prefer vegetarian sushi. They have the largest vegetarian roll selection I have come across. My favorite is the sweet potato roll. Don't leave without trying one. It will melt in your mouth and you will be begging for more. They also have fresh seaweed salad that I always love to get. I don't usually go for lunch, because the line is sooo long...but great place for take-out dinner.

    (5)

  • Natasha M.

    Awesome service....excellent food. Except for the line up. Expect to wait 2+ hours on the weekends. But once you are feeding your face in there you will forget the miserable countless hours you had just wasted before. Try the soft shell crab....yummy! Probably the best Japanese buffet restaurant I've been to.

    (5)

  • Yelperrr M.

    this restaurant is for people who have never had good sushi, but what can i say, it is a buffet. im not throwing dirt on this restaurant but more at the people who actually enjoy this junk. for good sushi try zen torro or mikunis/taros. ive eaten here probably twice, and will never eat here again. this place is overrated with a ridiculously long lines. im surprised so many people come back after having their mediocre sushi. anyways, i am not writing this review because of the food they offer, but more for their prep practices. DO NOT EAT THE OYSTERS. they have to open the shells the night prior, a friend of mine worked their and had to open them himself. he told me they leave the oysters our in the kitchen uncovered and unrefrigerated, come the following morning, the oysters are covered in flies. the only thing i would eat in that restaurant would have to be deep fried.

    (1)

  • Peter T.

    Best bang for the buck during lunch time, can't really say much about dinner since I've never had dinner there. The place is usually packed during the weekends with a line out the door.

    (4)

  • Wayne C.

    Yay.. I finally got a chance to eat at Fuji! I was heading back from Tahoe with family and was starving by the time we got near Davis. I was debating between Redrum Burger and sushi. Then my cousin reminded me of Fuji. I am a UC Davis grad but I graduated before Fuji was opened. However, my friends and family who went to UCD would tell me about this place often. I was getting really excited about finally trying this place. When we got there, place was full but we got seated within 10 minutes (probably because we got there around 1:30pm). I like the $12.95 for all you can eat. It does feel weird to reach over people sitting on the sushi bar to grab dishes. But heck, I have "reach" so I don't care. I find this buffet style to be a bit disorganized. I was never sure if I was accidently grabbing someone else's "ordered dish". But heck, all's fair when it's buffet! As expected, the fish was average at best. However, when you are an impoverished college student, I can definitely see the appeal of this place. I like that you can order sashimi as well as rolls. The gyoza was pretty good and the chicken kabob as well. The rolls were good but not much in terms of variation/selection. But heck, it's all about the quantity! And Fuji definitely delivers. I liked it.. a lot.

    (4)

  • Hen A.

    holy..this place was like the cheap osaka..at these prices the sushi gotta be questionable..ah...i always stuck to osaka and paid per plate...oh yeah..they copied osaka's sushi boat thing..hehehe

    (2)

  • Drew J.

    The sushi is pretty good, but the deal is amazing. You basically pay to get in the door and then just about any type of sushi or japanese food is available. My only complaint about this place is how long the line is and how crowded it would get.

    (4)

  • Ralph E.

    At $17 for a dinner buffet, it wasn't really worth it. The sushi was mediocre, so I had more of the fried stuff. I've had much better sushi for cheaper. The boats were kind of cool.

    (2)

  • トモ T.

    An all-you-can-eat sushi buffet in Davis. I believe that the buffet is only for lunch and not for dinner. This is not the place for quality sushi or authentic Japanese food. If you feel really hungry, don't mind driving 90 minutes to Davis, and eat as much sushi as you can without worrying about your wallet, this is the place. What earned them 4 stars is the reasonable quality food for such a low $10 price. Masu in San Mateo offers a similar lunch deal, but Fuji has far better selections. They have raw oysters (if you are brave), soft shell crabs, Caterpillar rolls, and various modern sushi innovations. A sushi chef from Japan may look at it and say "this is not sushi!", but I find it satisfying to try fun rolls once in a while. Now, is it worth the trip from SF? Probably not, since gas prices alone could offset the low price. Oh, yes, be prepared to wait in a long line. Question you should ask yourself: "Is it worth all this work for cheap sushi?"

    (4)

  • Chris T.

    Sorry, sometimes I wonder if I am the only person when I went to Davis that didn't like to go to Fuji's... I understand when your in college and on a budget all you can eat anything sounds very appealing. I just thought to get up and stand around an hour early just to get in the first wave was a little ridiculous. I will admit it, I am a sushi snob, I prefer to eat a fewer quantity of really good sushi then to stuff myself silly on a bunch of barely mediocre sushi that has been frozen, thawed and served providing a very fishy and slimy texture. I also find that their rice is consistently bad, usually is heavy compacted bits of rice which sit out and start to dry up as they sit in those floating boats... I am a little biased on their approach to quality when I have had a bad fresh oyster and was sitting on the "throne" for a good day and a half. That experience is with the buffet, I have gone there for dinner on a few occasions when a friend wanted to get together for sake bombs to celebrate something... I will admit that their dinner menu is better then the buffet but that isn't saying much. The sushi chefs are really nice and personable, the same can't be said for the waiters, getting water or refills on you soda or tea requires you to ask several people then finally get up and hunt someone down or go and take a pitcher that was sitting out back to your table, during the buffet, they are usually just trying to get you the minimum and get you out so they can turn the tables. Parking can be a problem in Davis and there are some streets that require a permit to park on, the 2 hour limits are strictly enforced by the meter maids, so pretty much do what most people do in Davis, take unitrans or ride your bike. Besides a little exercise would be good after stuffing yourself silly.

    (2)

  • B C.

    i loove it! i came for dinner and it was reallyy good. like $18? a bit pricey but for me i got more than i bargained for cuz i ate HELLA. ;P HAH

    (4)

  • Sushi Criticz A.

    All you can eat!......just better wake up earler for lunch or else you'll be in a long long line. From my experiences there....i will keep it short and simple. Great bang for your buck....i only eat cooked food here (they do a great job with it!)....i avoid the raw stuff....quality is terrible (for me). I say for me because my tongue has its amount of fish and cries when frozen moosh touches it.......but i do say i see alot of people can't stop eating it. When buffet eaters eat sushi...they adjust their tastes to believe that its better than it is. If your place of choice to eat good sushi is a buffet (fuji's,sushi nobu, & now davis sushi house)..we will never agree. I have learned my lesson and will never pump cheap gas ......unless im looking for a cheap fill up to the next chevron. But for the business that they pull...I give them 2 stars for food and 1 more star for props of making that money!!

    (3)

  • Davis T.

    I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Only for their sushi buffet though. Almost anyone living in Davis should know about their infamous sushi buffet! Cheap and fresh! IThe quality is up to par for the price so no complaints here. I always make it a point to stop by for their buffet EARLY to get in line whenever I am in Davis.

    (4)

  • Wooodis D.

    Fuji's is the only reason why I would go to Davis!!! For $12 you get an all-you-can-eat sushi experience!!! Go early to be the first ones seated and first ones to order direct from the sushi chefs. Don't sit at the bar! unless you want people constantly pushing, hitting, and rubbing against you. One of the best all-you-can-eat sushi places i've been too!!!

    (4)

  • crystal e.

    i've been going here for years. the food is great. all you can eat sushi, sashimi, chicken teriyaki, tempura etc. this place is definitely worth the long wait in line. go early. the place gets packed!

    (5)

  • Everett Z.

    So its actually not $11. With tip and all it probably comes out to $15-16. First time I went here, I was amazed at all the food and variety. You see all the food and you start drooling. You can ask them for all types of stuff not seen. Drawbacks are the huge crowds and waiting but you just have to go at the right times. Food is above average and for $15 bucks, it is wonderful. After leaving this place a couple weeks ago, I couldn't look at another spider roll for days!

    (4)

  • Paul A.

    get up early, say like 9 o clock the latest if you're in the sacramento area, get yourself ready and leave the door immediately and head to davis's famous sushi spot - lines are forming at this place before they open because of their $11 deal - a flat price for all you can eat sushi, sashimi, tempura, teriyaki, pot stickers, and even friend bananas. my friends and i always have a contest on who can pile up the highest stack of sushi plates - of course with that being said, we dont eat anything the night before and for most of the time in the rest of the day. gluttony? ....maybe. then again, who would want to pay $10 for 6 pieces of those fancy rainbow rolls when you can pay the same price for ALL the rolls? the best "all-you-can-eat" sushi spot i know.

    (5)

  • nss s.

    OMG! They just opened a Fuji in Elk Grove!!!!!!!!!!!! It's in the Walmart shopping center on Elk Grove Blvd. I tried it today and loved it! Turns out it is the same owners of the original Davis Fuji's b/c they have the same workers from Davis working there. So much better than this place. No wonder their quality has gone down here. All the chefs are prob over there.

    (3)

  • Ruchell F.

    one of my best friend took me here and we both enjoyed it! there is a wait but worth it since its all you can eat sushi for $12.95. i loved the soft shell crab and fried bananas. i would definitely be back ;)

    (4)

  • kate y.

    i *LOVE* this place ... *all-you-can-eat-sushi* ... what else do you need to know? so when my friend's sister went to UC Davis we would drive from berkeley to davis (approx 1.5 hour drive, depending traffic and who's driving) to visit her and have a sushi feast. Even tho everyone left the bayarea, when someone visits, we still make the journey up to davis. It's not the best quality sushi that you can get, but it's pretty good for the price that you pay (~11 M-F and ~12 Sa-Su) and if you can special order anything! Tempora, sashimi, oysters, dragon rolls, veggie options, oranges............ mmm... i'm getting hungry The only con is that the line is *huge* .... especially during the weekends. But the trip there is just full of memories for me :)

    (5)

  • Kevin L.

    This place is known for its awesome sushi buffet. In this college town, you're going to need to be in line before 11 if you hope to get in. I would say the fish is not exceptional most days, but the prices are great and I go back regularly for dinner. I have the Chirashi, which is around 8 pieces of sashimi on a bed of sushi rice. It's only $10. Hot green tea and good staff.

    (4)

  • Kate J.

    I've eaten at this place twice. The first time was awful, and I swore I wouldn't go back, but being such a fan of sushi, I gave it another chance about a year and a half later. The second time their sushi actually made me gag. This place always has a line around the block, and I cannot for the life of me figure out why. I highly recommend NOT eating here. Check out Jusco right across the street, much better food, prices, and you don't have to wait two hours to get seated.

    (1)

  • Keith L.

    For $12 you'll be in sushi heaven and then in a sushi coma.

    (4)

  • BChizzle C.

    The sushi in the buffet is fine, but the lines are not usually worth the wait, especially given the fact that Jusco across the street can usually seat you immediately. The staff at Fuji also tends to be brusque.

    (2)

  • Ceci L.

    Long long line. Good for lunch! Sushi buffet. You can ask for Sashimi if you don't like the rice. Also, raw oysters are available too!

    (4)

  • Razza M.

    good food, poor service, long long lines

    (3)

  • lin l.

    i love coming here! everytime i head out to reno, i always stop by davis and sacramento... fugi is a must go every trip. the food is good considering its a buffet. i really like the service, people are nice and friendly. the chefs are always offering new rolls to try and they are so generous unlike other buffets. wished the lines werent as long, but i guess its worth it.

    (5)

  • Anthony V.

    So many of my friends from vallejo and some that now go to davis all tell ... "oh did you ever to go fujis".. blah blah blah... i finally went last week on tuesday around 12. Wasn't busy at all... within 30 min it was packed... This restaurant is definitely over hyped... wayyyyy over hyped. All the sushi sucked because all the rice had this weird consistency and tasted a day old... i do give this place props for variety... especially for kitchen food. for example fried oysters, potstickers, etc... but for a sushi ill pass... if i went here again it would only be if it was a free ride and i just felt like eating kitchen food all lunch... this definitely is only for quantity over quality. Ive had better all you can eat sushi buffets around the bay... this definitely isnt one of em. i can see why its popular in davis... i mean college students... im one myself, and hell any all you can eat can satisfy you when you hungry and studying for finals

    (2)

  • dI c.

    I was soooooooo hooked to this place when I was a freshman. My friend and I would come here once every two weeks and we would be the first in line. Back then, I remember weekday prices being under 10 bucks i want to say 9 bucks or something like that back then. The best place to sit is at the sushi bar, because then you don't have to get it to grab anything. The chefs are very attentive and will get you whatever you want. I just came back recently, now they serve dinner buffet also, which is a plus. Since, I don't think anyone comes here for dinner anyways. Whenever I had friends that came to visit, they always had to come here, because its all you can eat sashimi basically. I'm wierd though, I don't really eat seafood, but I will eat all the fried crap there is. Another plus is that, you can even order strange stuff, like once all I felt like was eating avocado, so the chef just brought me all the avocado I wanted to eat. This place is basically good bang for your buck, if you're lucky you come on the day that they just restocked, then the fish and everything is very fresh. But, you can't expect that you'll get real sushi grade fish here for 15 bucks a person. Think about it, at a japanese restaurant, sashimi plate is already 15 bucks, not even at an authentic. So, don't think about getting real good quality food. It is Davis, and the standard of good food is like mediocre food in the bay area at best.

    (4)

  • S N.

    Fuji's is great at doing what it does best. That is, providing an all you can eat sushi buffet for twelve bucks. The floor service isn't super, but then again, if you had to face mobs of angry hungry people waiting for their name to be called from a 4+ page list everyday, you probably wouldn't be too eager to provide great service. Behind the sushi bar is another story. If you catch a chef's eye, he will always be willing to get you what you ask for, if it's available. The kitchen staff is pretty good too, and will usually be able to get you the fried oysters or bananas that you crave. All in all, a great deal. don't expect fine sushi cuisine, because if you think that 12 bucks is going to get you that, you're barking up the wrong tree. If you want a sushi bargain, the buffet is it. Where else would I be able to get 10 plates of nigiri (normally adding to 40-50 bucks) for $12? The record I've seen is 30 plates.

    (4)

  • tom g.

    reasonable price and food is good

    (3)

  • Robert R.

    You are going to have to wait for the all you can eat line, but that is why you are here, and that is why you WILL put up with it. That said, the sushi is average, but plentiful. They even have the sushi boats going around the bar (which you don't really see that often). If you need some sushi buffet action on the weekend and you don't want to wait and hour in line, head across the street to Jusco's and enjoy sushi that is right on par with Fuji.

    (4)

  • Jenn O.

    long live fuji's! i don't get to eat here very often, but i really like this place! $16.95 + tax for dinner, all you can eat sushi, sashimi, soft shell crab, dessert, etc. etc.. plus drinks?! this place is one of the best deals out there! i only wish this place was closer so i could frequent it more often!

    (4)

  • Rex P.

    only good for the lunch buffett they got. around 12 bucks if i can remember for all you can eat. dont expect the best sushi ever...its all you can eat....theres never quality if the chefs are churning out orders as fast as they can. you eat as much as you can, use the restroom they got...eat some more and stack those sushi plates. build a fortress or two and pretend your godzilla. i liked the softshell crab...as a recomendation

    (3)

  • Cindy H.

    For a sushi buffet, $13 isn't bad. Most of the rolls are the same. They have tempura shrimp and imitation crab in most rolls. People say that their chicken wings are really good, but there was nothing special about them. The gyozi taste like little potstickers, except the sides are hard. If you are planning on eating fresh sashimi, you will be disappointed. The quality of the salmon and tuna is poor. Tempura shrimp doesn't taste fresh. I think the most okay dish is eel. Don't expect the fried squid to be like fried calamari because it's too soft and plain. If you are a messy eater, grab a big plate of sushi because they don't provide you with plates. The wasabi and pink ginger looks nasty because you may be scrapping the pieces that have been in the Chinese sauce containers for weeks. Honestly, the best non-sushi dish was oranges. Some were dry, and some were juicy. If you just want to fill up, come here. If you want quality food, go elsewhere.

    (3)

  • Wil w.

    Was in the area for kids soccer tournament and looking for a place to grab some grub. Did a yelp search for sushi and found Fuji Sushi and some other options. This place won out because kids wanted to do the boat thing. Arrived to find plenty of table seats but there was a wait for the counter because of the boats. This is not a sushi place if you are looking for high end connoisseur type sushi; no plastic grass, more like a sushi dive. $16 for adults, $1.25 per age year for kids up to 11 yr will get you fed with every conceivable type of sushi and limited cooked asian fare available. Comes with drink, soup too. You can order other stuff off the menu just by asking, all included. Many of the rolls are ready made and for the taking, like the good ole caterpillar. You may want to share it since it's like the size of Mothra's offspring (godzilla opponent for you young uns). Come hungry. We would come back again when in the area.

    (4)

  • stacy c.

    the best part about fuji's is the lunch buffet deal. it's a shame that everything else about the place is pretty awful. the food doesn't taste fresh, the wait is ridiculously long, and the service is barely decent. their teriyaki sauce makes me really sick, and they drench every roll with it. the best thing to do is go at 1:55 and put your name down before the waiting list closes if you want to eat there. order handrolls there; they taste a lot better than the regular rolls. oh, and their fried sweet potato is delicious, but it's a killeeeer for your stomach capacity.

    (3)

  • drew w.

    Food here is amazing for the price(lunch buffet). Lots of selection and maguro tuna is blood red and not pink like other sushi buffet restaurants. Very clean and fresh ingredients and alot better than the typical buffets. Be prepared for very looooooooooooooong lines. Definitely 1 of my favorites buffet for the price.

    (5)

  • Ann B.

    Sure, it's an all-you-can-eat sushi buffet for only $10. But the intestinal cramping that followed my last trip has deterred me from their doors forever.

    (2)

  • Mei N.

    $10 all you can eat sushi (2001-2004)... HUGE HUGE HUGE lines... but man is it all worth it! especially when they came out with the raw oysters and the tempura and pot stickers. come on people it's all you can eat! you can't expect kobe beef!

    (3)

  • aemie c.

    best sushi buffet! for 11 bucks you can pretty much get anything you want. ask them for a special roll if you don't see it on the boats!! the fun part of going to fujis is stacking up your finished plates to see how high you can make them go. one bad thing is the long wait.. especially on fridays and saturdays.

    (4)

  • Je M.

    For the price and the taste you cannot go wrong here!!! My nursing friends and I drove all the way from San Jose on a Friday morning. The wait was long, but I'd say it was worth it. :) While we waited an hour or so we just walked around and looked at the little shops in the area. The wait goes by pretty fast because you don't have to wait there for your name to be called you can walk to the shop next door and come back. I got soooooooooooo full here!! It's so worth it because of the price that you pay. I believe it was only 13.99. EAT THE DAVIS ROLL!! There was also another roll that was too good for words, but I don't remember what it was called. In addition to sushi, they also have soft shell crab!!! =-) For dessert you can get some oranges or fried bananas, but I was toooo full for that. If you want to fill your stomach to the fundus go here!! I don't know another place where you can have delicious all you can eat sushi for that price! It's bananas!!!

    (5)

  • Steven N.

    Stuff your face silly at this place with all the sushi you ever dreamed of for just $11. My favorate is the Unagi--a friend of mine was able to request a plate of just unagi without the rice or anything. I think he put one of the chef's kids through college with the amount of time he spent at the place. The wait is pretty long, like around the block long but it's well worth the wait. Well, what are you waiting for? Go now!

    (5)

  • Camille C.

    It's weird that while I was going to UCD, I hardly ever ate at Fuji's...now that I live in Sac, I come here more often (mostly because my Sac friends never got to experience the phenomenon that is Fujis). I guess I wasn't willing to get up extra early on the weekend just to wait in line as a college student who didn't get enough sleep as it was. Anyway, the sushi in genenral isn't that good or fresh, but there are so many other things to eat here that do taste good that make it worthwhile. I like to eat the sesame chicken, yakitori, gyoza, tempura, egg rolls, and fried bananas during their lunch buffet. The other cool thing about this place is that you can practically order anything off the sushi and appetizer menu...all for $11. However, the wait, service, and now the distance, isn't really worth it to me. Furthermore, the only time this place is worth it is during lunch. I came here for dinner with my family once...everything tasted okay, but for the price, you can get much better quality Japanese cuisine. I prefer Sushi Nobu just off of 5th street for their lunchtime buffet. Although their buffet menu is much more limited, they have better quality sushi, no long waits, and some non-sushi items to eat as well at a comparable price.

    (3)

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Opening Hours

  • Mon :11:00 am - 2:00pm

Specialities

  • Takes Reservations : No
    Delivery : No
    Take-out : No
    Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
    Good For : Lunch
    Parking : Street
    Bike Parking : Yes
    Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
    Good for Kids : Yes
    Good for Groups : Yes
    Attire : Casual
    Ambience : Casual
    Noise Level : Average
    Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
    Outdoor Seating : No
    Wi-Fi : No
    Has TV : Yes
    Waiter Service : Yes
    Caters : No

Fuji Sushi Boat & Buffet

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