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Leichi

Leichi offers a great tea selection and a cozy atmosphere perfect for a unique dining experience.

Santa Clara
Rating:
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
average_price_range: 75

Highlights

Great tea selection

🕒 Business Hours

Day Morning Afternoon/Evening
Monday 11:30 AM–2 PM 5–9:30 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM–2 PM 5–9:30 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM–2 PM 5–9:30 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM–2 PM 5–9:30 PM
Friday 11:30 AM–2 PM 5–10:30 PM
Saturday 11:30 AM–2 PM 5–10:30 PM
Sunday 11:30 AM–2 PM 5–9:30 PM

📍 Hours may vary. Please check before visiting.

Overall Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (4.0/5)

Based on 8 reviews

Recent Reviews:

Zhengsen Fu - ⭐ 2025-2-15

For a $130 per person pre fee pre tax "fine dining" Valentine’s Day Set Menu (comparable to Michelin-starred pricing), my expectations were high—unfortunately, this Valentine’s Day experience was chaotic, unsafe, and utterly disappointing. Timing & Service: Our 7 PM reservation meant standing in the cold until 7:20 PM while staff scrambled to seat guests. The restaurant’s rushed “three-group” system (5 PM, 7 PM, 9 PM) felt like an assembly line, not a premium dining experience. Presentation & Basics: Single-use chopsticks and no physical or electronic menu set the tone: this was not fine dining. While the first two courses (tofu, ankimo steak, sashimi) were tasty and well-served, everything unraveled afterward. The Downward Spiral: - Shabu Shabu Nightmare: The "innovative" paper pot over a flickering solid fuel flame was a joke. The broth refused to boil—even after replacing the fuel—leaving us staring at mushrooms, mochi ball, and raw beef for 10+ minutes. When the foam from cooking the beef began floating in the broth, we lost our appetites. Sharing one pot for two people felt like a budget hot pot joint, not a $130 meal. - Chaos in Course Order: The kitchen and staff were clearly overwhelmed. Our table received the fried shrimp course after the miso soup and pickles (these two are supposed to come as a set with hot stone crab rice). Servers huddled in corners asking, “Did Table 5 get their shirmp yet?”—loud enough for guests to hear. It felt like a dining roulette, with no two tables experiencing the same meal flow. On top of that, the miso soup arrived without utensils. - Grilled Fish Fail: The fish arrived lukewarm, as if pre-cooked and forgotten. Worse, it was riddled with bones—unacceptable for fine dining. A $130 menu should deliver a pristine, deboned fillet, not something resembling a rushed home kitchen experiment. - Hot Stone Rice Hazard: The wobbly stone pot, perched precariously over an open flame. The server carried two sets with active fire. Huge safty hazard. When she scooped the rice, the hot stone nearly toppled onto our server as she struggled to balance it. The rice was utterly bland—no trace of crab meat. Our neighbors served themselves, risking burns. - Forgotten Fish Roe: Midway through the rice course, a server suddenly gasped, “You didn’t get the roe!” and sprinted to the kitchen. The Final Insult: Dessert arrived with the check—a blatant rush to flip tables. This was particularly frustrating as we noticed the next wave of customers also waiting in the cold half hour past their reservation time. Conclusion: For $130/person, this was an embarrassing mix of amateurish service, safety neglect, and inconsistent quality. A few good bites don’t excuse the chaos. Save your money (and patience) for a restaurant that respects its guests—and basic dining standards. Never again.

J H - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2025-2-6

Awesome and fresh Japanese restaurant. There were a lot of items I got to try that I’ve never really seen before. Like the Yuba and Salmon with Yum. Both had interesting textures and were cold dishes. I didn’t expect that, but it was a pleasant surprise. The sashimi was amazing. If I were to rank them, I would put the yellow fish at top and then salmon and mackerel to follow. The other 3 were also great but I liked those ones more. The duck soba was complex. It has a smokey flavor to it along with the fatty taste of duck. Highly recommend this dish. The restaurant is on the smaller side, and it can get a bit loud and crowded in there. The wait can be really long so it is best to reserve through Yelp ahead of time and even reserve earlier than your eta. You can show up for a time, and still be waiting since it is that popular.

Betty Wu - ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 2024-12-29

A small Japanese restaurant with nice vibe and good food! This restaurant was cheaper than average bay area Japanese food places. The place wasn’t spacious but the staff were friendly and the food was great. We ordered Kamo Kunsei (hickory-smoked duck) and it came with smoke and tasted really good! The fried chicken cartilage was ok, and the grilled black cod was very well marinated and had really rich taste. I also ordered chazuke and it was good as well but I forgot to take a pic. Will def come again. Highly recommend!

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246 Saratoga Ave, Santa Clara, CA 95050, United States
Leichi

Leichi in Santa Clara, California, is a hidden gem known for its fresh Japanese cuisine. With a rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 579 reviews, this restaurant offers a unique dining experience. Customers rave about the great tea selection and the variety of dishes that are not commonly found elsewhere. The menu features items like Yuba and Salmon with Yum, which have interesting textures and are served as cold dishes. The cozy atmosphere adds to the charm of this small Japanese restaurant. Despite its size, Leichi stands out for its friendly staff and affordable prices compared to other Japanese food places in the bay area. If you're looking for a place with good food, nice vibes, and a unique dining experience, Leichi is a must-visit in Santa Clara.

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