Momo Island

Even for the low price of this place, I would have expected more from the food. You get about half to a third as much fish as you would on the sushi rolls as you would from any other restaurant. They only add a small sliver, as shown in the photo. Also, the rice does not seem to be traditional sushi rice, and has a harder, more grainy texture. Some of the rice was even undercooked, which is unacceptable. I understand this is cheap, but there are much better alternatives. Avoid this place unless you have no other choice.

I'm so sorry but it wasn't very good! I feel so bad since the staff was so nice. I ordered the poke special it's flavors and textures were a bit off. The rice was stale. The poke special is a lot of food and looked pretty but it didn't taste very good. Someone recommend it as they had a cash discount, I wasn't offered a discount, maybe it was for lunch only? It was also very hot inside the restaurant. The gyoza was ok, but couldn't over power the poor poke, maybe other things are better there, I probably won't give it another go.

This is seriously the affordable and fast sushi place I've been waiting for since my college days (which was longer ago than I care to admit publicly). The rolls are tightly packed with goodies. They don't try to sneakily give you too much rice to compensate for a lack of fish. Much appreciated. The prices are so good for the quality that I almost feel guilty every time I come here, like I'm getting away with something. The menu is small, but great. Every single thing I've tried has been a hit. The staff are so incredibly friendly! Let's get real with the options here in Downtown Berkeley. Sushi Ko closing down was no great loss. Neither am I wanting to drop $$ all the time I want sushi. (Kirala, I'm looking at you). Sushi California is legit, but doesn't quite fill the same niche of casual sushi. What you get in tastiness and quality here will certainly make up for the slightly less food you get compared to CU Sushi on Center. If you're looking for your Toro or Ankimo, this is not the place for you. If you want a casual, no frills place that beautifully hits the spot without hitting your wallet too hard, Momo Island is your kind of place. P.S. Their mini cream puffs are amazing. My only regret is I often hit up MoMo Island late enough that they've sold out.