Very awkward....staff was friendly but it was a very odd experience. When I asked what my gluten free options were, the server barely knew what gluten was and had to go ask the boss and then came back with the answer that they arent really a gluten free friendly place but they did have gluten free soy sauce. Our 4 rolls took a very long time and they only had 3 tables, so it wasnt busy. I will not be going back.

This place never misses. I love everything about it. Get the nigiri special! Update; my new favorite is the special chirashi 😁 Update 2: yeah, still amazing. The cook on the fish Tempura was so delicate and delicious

If you want superior quality, service, and true Japanese style sushi that is truly edible art then look no further. If you are looking for average sushi quickly then go somewhere else. You will not appreciate Yui Marlu. My wife and me have been eating here for around three years. We are never disappointed or leave hungry. They are an amazing husband and wife team that truly appreciate their customers. The restaurant provides amazing sushi, noodles, and service. This is my go to spot for sushi and I have yet to be disappointed. Top quality, a must try if you enjoy sushi or Japanese cuisine.

This was my first time here so didn't know what they are known for, only saw the 4.8 star rating. Went on a Wednesday night, they were half full. I ordered the edamame and mixed tempura dinner, which came with soup and salad. The edamame was overcooked and unsalted, so i didn't eat much. The Miso soup was really good, and the salad okay. I was really surprised when the tempura came out because there were 4 shrimps, and just a couple veggies. Unlike 99% of the people, I like a lot more veggies and just a couple shrimp for protein. The texture could have been crisper, because I did hit some soggy batter spots. The flavor was okay. I will go back and try other dishes. This time I will read the reviews to see what people recommend. Service was great, and the food came out quickly.

We may, in our fast-food Carmichael sprawl, not be worthy of Yui Marlu. This is serious sushi, for serious sushi people, but served approachably—a wonderful combination, for both the true believers and the curious. You’re in good hands with this family-run place, who serve some of the freshest sashimi and tastiest rolls east of the Bay Area. The Chirashi is a delight, and the takoyaki (octopus dumpling) is mouth-melting.

Unbelievable! This IS the place you've been looking for. Trust me, I've searched. I've tasted. This is the one. As soon as you walk in, it's cramped. But it feels welcoming. "It feels like a house," so my kids said. And they were right, I felt at home and at ease. It's a mom and pop operation. She takes care of the guests and he serves delicious plates. We ordered the following: - chef's sushi roll - karage - aji fry (fish fried) - fried soft shell crab - beef sukiyaki - hot chicken soba noodles Everything came out perfect. Great presentation that gets the mouth watering and food that delivers on the taste buds. This is my go-to spot for quick izakaya style tapas and dishes. You're gonna love it too, enjoy.

Authentic Japanese restaurants are hard to find these days. So when I find one, I tell everyone about it. The name confused me at first as it isn't Japanese, but the husband and wife team do converse in Japanese. I had the Chirashi. The fish was fairly standard in variety, but had a very elaborate presentation and was of course fresh. We got the amaebi as a side dish and they fried the heads for us, just like in Japan. The takoyaki was also reminiscent of something I'd find at a street food vendor in Tokyo. The prices were decent. Not the cheapest, but not outrageous like some of the trendier restaurants like Mikuni and Kru. This is definitely my new go to place for authentic Japanese eats.

The dining experience is very unique. It feels like you are sitting down for a homemade meal in a traditional Japanese home. The rolls are excellent and the fish is fresh. It is a little bit more expensive than a typical sushi restaurant, but the quality is well worth it. Everything is made fresh and the service is excellent.

The food here is delicious and the service is incredible! My wife and I love celebrating special events here. The atmosphere is so homey and you can tell they prepare the food with experience and love.

This is the most authentic sushi experience I’ve had in the Sacramento area. Sushi was beautiful and fresh, service was warm and the waitress was extremely nice. Can’t wait to go back again.

We have been going here for years. Still the best sushi and cooked Japanese food I have ever had. There have even been a couple of times where we have been sitting next to a sushi chef from Mikuni. Must be good stuff! It is a small mom & pop shop, so you need to be patient.

The sushi chef is an artist! And the fish is as fresh as i have ever eaten. Wonderful people too!

Wonderful dining experience! The quality and atmosphere was great for the reasonable price, the servers were kind and attentive and the sushi chef made brilliant sushi, delicious with detailed presentation. Seating is limited and the restaurant is popular for good reason—make a reservation, especially if it’s the weekend.

Fav spot for family owned great Japanese food. Would rather support small business than chains.

Best Japanese food I've ever had.

Incredible Japanese restaurant with a dining experience that brought us back to Japan! 🥰🇯🇵🎌 Highly recommend it and make sure to make reservation as well. We'll be coming back soon 🤩♥️

Authentic Japanese restaurant. Family owned and operated. Gorgeous and delicious food. Highly recommend making a reservation and pre-ordering. This allows them to ensure seating and plan the evening accordingly. It's very small and has one sushi chef. Recommend this place all the time. I've never gotten anything I didn't like.