85
Ippuku
Berkeley, US · $$ · casual
Outstanding·1 source·Early
Based on
1
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Critic Consensus
What People Like
Ippuku's expertly grilled yakitori, warm atmosphere, and unique woodwork details make for a standout dining experience.
- +Expertly grilled yakitori
- +Warm and inviting atmosphere
- +Unique woodwork details
CozyExceptional Grilled Skewers
Score Breakdown
Service90
Food92
Authenticity95
Awards
Michelin Bib Gourmand
Individual Reviews
85
SF ChronicleCritic
Ippuku — SF Chronicle Top 100 Restaurants 2026
“East Bay One of the Bay Area’s preeminent yakitori joints, Ippuku regularly packs out with people having snacks at standing tables, eating grilled rice balls in booths and clinking sake glasses seated on tatami floor mats. UC Berkeley is within shouting distance, but the space, featuring woodwork by partner, Zen…”Read original →
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