Hamachi restaurant lounge

So i was going to stop at their ramen restaurant but it was temporarily closed for renovations but had a sign with tozais address in the window. After a small walk i found tozai and wow is this place amazing. The place itself is super clean and bright, very modern with a clasic twist. There are sushi restaurants and there and ramen restaurants but this is a Japanese restaurant. From the vegan options to the pork belly to the house made kimchee everything was amazing. Tldr this place is hella dope. Go now! Caution tho the menu will seem different then what you are used to but just read it and start ordering stuff. This stuff is good. Also side note they have a good selection of beer wine sake and even some japanese style cocktails...oh sorry gotta go my order or shishitou peppers and pork belly just hit the table.Seriously tho tlrd> this place is hella good

Theur miso-soaked cod is to die for (didn't take a good photo of it but PLEASE don't miss out on this juicy, aromatic dish). Love a restaurant that makes an effort to bring authenticity to the menu. The owner is one nice lady. She's also the owner of Ramen Hiroshi!!!! The drinks are delightful and Tokyo infused. The skewer selection is extensive and hearty. We will definitely come back for their fresh-fish-from-Japan Tuesdays 😉🙌

The food was excellent. The fish was extremely fresh, and the seasoning on everything was perfect. Closest traditional izakaya experience you're going to get in Walnut Creek for sure, maybe the bay area. Our service was also great. We will for sure be back.