Sushi Jae - San Jose

Why did I come here? Bad reviews. Yes, really. Call me strange but I was intrigued by reports of rudeness. I wanted to see what was happening. So, I ate here alone once. Then a 2nd time, then a 3rd time. And a few days ago, a fourth time, with a friend. EVERY TIME.... everyone here was so nice. Each person there was sweet, friendly, courteous and helpful. So... keep in mind, sometimes people can be jerks to restaurant workers, and when they are, and they encounter a worker who's had enough and isn't standing for it, unfortunately the restaurant is the one who endures a negative, and possibly unfair, review.My friend by the way says all sushi tastes pretty much the same to her. Ok. Fair enough. And even SHE noted with grateful surprise that this sushi at Sushi Jae stood out as surprisingly good. I agree. The rice and fish were the right temp (not refrigerator cold and tender, fresh and beautiful. Oh man.I like the low sodium soy sauce option (which to me just tastes so much better and the ice cold Asahi beer.So why 3 stars for Atmosphere? Not a criticism. It's just a very basic environment. I don't need flowers and fish tanks. I like the low, ambient lighting. I got the Sushi Combo (I think? . It was like 29 bucks. Salad and soup included.Would I change anything ? Yeah. I'd do away with the masks. One pretty girl wasn't wearing one, thank G-d. And I think the entrance to the store could be brighter and more stylish. I honestly think it's an easy place to drive past. Either way, I so look forward to going back.

The standard of sushi at Jae's is always top notch. Every time I want good sushi, I head here.Food: 5/5

The food was amazing! I ordered the Croquettes and the Raiders Roll. The croquettes were delicious! Crispy outside and soft yummy inside. The Raiders Roll was amazing too! The spicy crab was spicier than I expected, but it was still sooo good! My partner ordered a Chicken Donburi and a California Roll and I had a bit of those too and they were great!

It is a hidden gem of the neighborhood. They have the best rolls and their service is top notch. Be aware of their closing times.Vegetarian options: There is a vegetarian roll menu and plenty of other optionsWheelchair accessibility: They accommodate wheelchairs

Pros : The waiters were very attentive. Place was clean and well decorated on the inside. Sushi options were unique. They had average sized rolls. Everything we ordered was pretty good; chicken karaage, dragon roll, Kay special, and something Paradise.Cons : outside wicker walls make the place looks a bit sketchy but the inside is pretty nice. They kept the AC right at the point that it didn't feel hot but it was not cool. Eel on the dragon felt a bit skimped but the eel was soft and the dragon did taste good.