Sushi Sam’s Edomata, situated in downtown San Mateo, is a highly recommended sushi joint offering fresh rolls, plus noodle dishes, tempura, soups, and appetizers. Sit at the bar and order the omakase (the chef’s choice of at least ten pieces of sushi) and watch Sam work his magic in creating your meal. A long list of about 20 specials are also handwritten on the board above the sushi bar. Stop in during lunch for their bento box deals, which include one menu item plus tempura, daily side dish, rice, and miso soup all for $10.95.

If you’re interested in la carte sushi plates, there’s a huge range of choices, including several special rolls. Try the Caterpillar Roll stuffed with shrimp tempura and avocado or the Battera Roll made with mackerel and sweet seaweed. Visit Sushi Sam’s Edomata Tuesday through Saturday for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.