Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya – Japanese
Step into a vibrant sanctuary of modern Japanese craft where the spirit of "sousaku" transforms traditional izakaya dining into a contemporary art form. The kitchen balances delicate textures and bold coastal flavors, from the silky elegance of house-made soft tofu to the golden, briny crunch of sea bean tempura and flash-fried oysters. Each dish arrives as a visual masterpiece, inviting guests to linger over chilled sake and inventive bites that bridge the gap between time-honored technique and playful culinary innovation.
2451 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley CA 94704 https://fishbirdizakaya.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegetarian, halal, vegan, pescatarian, low-sodium, whole30, paleo, heart-healthy, plant-based, low-fat, dash-sodium-reduced, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, low-cholesterol, gerd, high-fiber, carnivore, tlc, renal, alkaline, raw-food, aip, volumetrics, zone, slow-carb, lectin-free, macrobiotic
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday
- 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
- Wednesday - Thursday
- 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the high-quality seafood that is consistently cooked to perfection, with many guests highlighting the exceptional value and reasonable pricing. Reviewers frequently praise the pleasant environment and friendly staff, noting that the welcoming atmosphere makes for a truly enjoyable visit. Celebrated for its fresh flavors and attentive service, this spot is a standout choice for those seeking a reliable and well-prepared meal in a comfortable setting.
Menu
Appetizers
- Maguro & Tako Yamakake: Shoyu koji marinated bluefin tuna and octopus, grated mountain yam, wasabi, quail egg Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mozuku Seaweed: Raw mozuku seaweed from Okinawa, tosazu vinegar sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Raw-Food, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Octopus, Mentaiko & Wakame Sunomono: Raw wakame seaweed, house cured pollock roe, Kyushu octopus, sliced cucumber Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Agedashi Tofu: Fried Tofu with soy-dashi sauce, ginger, scallion and bonito flakes Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Karaage: Deep fried marinated chicken served w/ curry sansho salt Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kaki Fry: Panko crusted fried oysters served w/ ume shiso tartar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced Available at: dinner, lunch
- Sea Beans & Corn Tempura: Heron Farm’s sustainably grown sea beans prepared kakiage style, served w/ matcha salt Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Peppers: Flash fried shishito peppers with garlic soy sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Made Soft Tofu: House made soft tofu served with ginger and scallions Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Little Gem Wasabi Salad: Local little gem, pea tendrils, sunflower sprout, baby corn silk, raw wasabi & chrysanthemum dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Salad: Seasonal assorted greens and vegetable salad with house made lemon ginger dressing Dietary tags: Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Sashimi Moriawase: Chef’s selection of assorted sashimi Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kaisen Don: Assorted sashimi over sushi rice Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Nigiri Sushi Set: Chef's selection of 7 pcs nigiri Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wagyu Saikoro Steak: Cubes of Lone Mountain Imperial Wagyu ribeye seared and served with soy-citrus steak sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gindara Kasuzuke: Local black cod from Half Moon Bay marinated in Den sake lees served grilled Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Liberty Duck Confit: Liberty Duck slow cooked over 24 hours with garlic and rosemary, served with roasted baby potatoes Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu Curry Rice: Japanese curry served with crispy fried chicken katsu, rice and salad Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Katsu: Panko crusted crispy fried chicken cutlet, served w/ house made katsu sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Saba Shioyaki: House smoked and grilled Norwegian mackerel Dietary tags: Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shabu Shabu Three Ways Dinner - $145: A5 wagyu, Berkshire pork, and buri cooked table top with vegetables, noodles, and sauces Available at: dinner
Pasta and Noodles
- Inaniwa Udon: Cold stretched noodles served with house dashi & umeboshi sauce, ginger and scallion Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Koshihikari Rice: Premium Japanese rice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onsen Egg: Sous vide egg Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Hot Sauce: House made hot sauce
- French Fries w/ Curry Sansho Salt: French fries served with curry sansho salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Green Beans Fritters w/ Curry Sansho Salt: Fried green beans fritter served with curry sansho salt Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Basque Cheesecake: Rich creamy Basque cheesecake slice Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Hojicha Ice Cream: House made ice cream infused with roasted green tea and organic cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Beverages
- Improved Whisky Highball - $13: Toki Whisky, Ume, Lemon, Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- F&B G&T - $13: Roku Gin, Grapefruit, Tonic Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Eavesdrop - $13: Ahus Akavit, Tangerine, Lemon, Lime, Rosemary, Amaro Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Asahi Super Dry - $7: Tap Beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Okayama Yuzu Ale - $13: 12oz bottle Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- House Hot Sake Carafe - $12: Hot sake
- Suntory All Free Non-Alcoholic Beer - $7: Non-alcoholic beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Sencha Green Tea - $7: Hot tea Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is suitable for families, offering a pleasant environment, friendly staff, and a welcoming atmosphere for an enjoyable visit.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The restaurant's location is not provided in the data, but its website is listed as https://fishbirdizakaya.com/.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya specializes in Japanese cuisine, featuring a contemporary "sousaku" style of traditional izakaya dining and craft dishes.
- How extensive is this restaurant's menu selection?
- The menu features a diverse selection of Japanese izakaya dishes, including sashimi, wagyu steak, and numerous options catering to over 40 dietary preferences.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers rave about the high-quality seafood cooked to perfection, exceptional value, friendly staff, and the pleasant, welcoming atmosphere.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect high-quality Japanese seafood and attentive service in a pleasant environment, offering exceptional value despite the expensive pricing.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data does not specify the total number of reviews for Fish & Bird Sousaku Izakaya.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- This expensive ($$$) Japanese izakaya offers a comfortable, pleasant environment with friendly staff, making it ideal for high-quality casual dining.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Sashimi Moriawase, Onsen Egg, Little Gem Wasabi Salad, and House Made Soft Tofu all work for keto and gluten-free diets simultaneously.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews do not mention any specific concerns, instead highlighting high-quality seafood, exceptional value, and friendly, attentive service.
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