Yamatani Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar

Address:	635 N Main St, Bishop, CA 93514, USA
Phone:	+1 760-872-4801
Site:	yamatanibishop.com
Rating:	4
Working:	4:30–9:30PM 4:30–9:30PM 4:30–9:30PM 4:30–9:30PM 4:30–10PM 4:30–10PM 4:30–9:30PM

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Lissa Guillet

We got into bishop a little late, but we figured it would be easy to find good food in the area around 9pm, right? Nope. Every place we checked, even places that had bars and called themselves a roadhouse were in fact closing when we got in. We went to Yamatani largely because it was the only place we could find open and boy, were we in for a surprise. I ordered the shrimp tempura with a spicy tuna roll and my wife ordered the sukiyaki. The miso came out first, and I have to say, at least because wed been eating a lot of road food, that miso was so unctuous and delicious and simple like it should be. It probably wouldnt have been as good if we werent half starved for decent food by that point but it just was that perfect thing we didnt know we needed. Then our main dishes came out. My wifes suki yaki was presented very lovingly for what is essentially a chicken and vegetable hot pot. She kept raving about how good every little bit of that was and how well it was cooked and I had to say the same for my tempura. It was actually crispy and sweet and delicious and I couldnt think of a single complaint other than the rice was a little plain, which seems silly to complain about(a little toasted sesame or some pickles on top really would have hit the spot however.) Then, we received our spicy tuna which was exactly like you want it to be, a bit meaty, a bit spicy, and a little bit fruity and toasty. A perfect spicy tuna roll and none of that excessive mayo that you see around a lot. All in all, we were blown away by what we expected to be a so so meal elevated to a really great level by a great staff using great ingredients.

Ewa Bryl

Dobra japońska kuchnia prowadzona przez Japończyków. I na szczęście oferowała nie tylko sushi, ale i inne klasyczne dania japońskie. Sałatka z glonów wakacje z sezamem. W zestawie obiadowym zupa miso, ryż, zielona herbata. Do tego duży wybór mięsa, ryb, owoców morza i warzyw, w sosach robionych na miejscu. Do tego dostępne cenowo.

Abe S

Wow wow wow!!! Who Wouldve Thought Bishop would have such an awesome Japanese restaurant! It was a pleasant surprise to come in and try their food here. The salmon bellies, $3 chicken wings, tempura, and katsu were quite delicious. More than what I would have expected in a small town like Bishop. But the place was packed! I think the locals know this is a really good place for Japanese food. There can be quite a wait, so be prepared if youre coming on the weekend or busy travel day. They have a full bar too, in case you need to warm up with some alcohol. They have a good selection of Japanese beers as well! Shaelee took great care of us!

Van Remsen

Worst sushi, by far, Ive ever had, and that includes prepackaged stuff in grocery stores. In fact, its the only bad sushi Ive ever had. We ordered 3 rolls, two of them completely tasteless and the third (Rattlesnake) with a fishy smell. My wife and I still keep talking about how tasteless the veggie roll was. Maybe other items on the menu are good, and maybe even other sushi is ok, and the chef was having a bad day (as suggested by good reviews by others) .... but I wouldnt risk it.

Emily Daniel

Well couldnt tell you how the food was didnt get to try it, went into the restaurant around 8:46 women told us that they just closed and the cooks have stopped cooking even tho there website says there open till 9:30 ???? Yea lazy much

Micah Williams

Ive always liked this place! Just be sure to ask to sit by the wall/window. Otherwise, enjoy the experience! I guess Ive learned that it doesnt matter whos watching if youre with someone you love.

Philip John Scarinci

1st timer customer here, good selection and fair prices. Food quality was great, sushi was fresh and delicious. One of the best Asian places to eat if your in town. Would definitely come back.

Aaron

The only Japanese place in town. If you want Japanese, it does the job, however its far from traditional. Service was good, food was average, and setting/atmosphere was poor.

Toofon Buddy

On top of their expensive menu they charge you 10% take out fee (I never heard that before) it is bright daylight rubbery. I would stay away from this place .

Jeffrey Lanane

Always busy, good bar, fun staff. The sushi here is phenomenal, and everything else on the menu is great. Good place to check out of youre passing though

Heather Hudson

Not as good as Shogun in Mammoth but unfortunately that has closed. Slow service and sushi comes out last after other food which is weird.

A Private User

Fresh yummy sushi. Great cocktails, and even thou takes a little longer, remember its sushi, its hand made, made to order! Yum!

Nick Petrik

Great service and amazing food! I recommend the Robbie Roll if you want sushi, or beef sukiyaki if youd rather get an entree.

Matthew Kerley-Otten

Prices are slightly high but the sushi was over all good tasting. Have to say that the service was SUPER SLOW though.

Vasyl Yurchyshyn

A very good restaurant with modern design and quite good food including sushi and sashimi.

William Ballas

Grray sushi and really friendly staff. Was especially happy about their albacore.