Daiko Jerry San's Sushi Bar — Restaurant in Branford

During my 8-year tenure in Connecticut, I have discovered some exceptional sushi, and this establishment is certainly among the best. Interestingly, Jerry's culinary background includes owning a restaurant in West Haven for over 20 years, which he later closed before opening this Branford, CT location.

This restaurant offers a warm and intimate setting, featuring a stylish sushi bar as its centerpiece. Jerry, a highly skilled sushi chef and local favorite, is renowned for his excellent personality. His talent for engaging with customers, creating a sense of belonging, is likely a significant factor in the restaurant's widespread popularity. The service was swift and efficient, with a clean and welcoming atmosphere. During my solo visit, I chose to sit at the bar to fully appreciate the experience.

My dinner consisted of Miso Soup, followed by the Sushi & Sashimi Combination, which was remarkably fresh and flavorful. The Yellowtail Jalapeño Appetizer was also outstanding, although I neglected to take a photo. Jerry personally inquired about my dining experience, showcasing his thoughtful and professional demeanor. He also suggested that I try the Mackerel during my next visit, insisting that it is 'the best.' I have generally avoided Mackerel at other restaurants due to its propensity to taste excessively 'fishy' when not fresh. I hold a similar view regarding Spider Crab. I did get a chance to observe some of the other food being delivered to other tables and everything looked great, including the speciality rolls.

Ultimately, the experience was fantastic, and I will be returning with my significant other while wholeheartedly recommending it to friends, locals, and anyone seeking a similar experience.

ARIGATO JERRY SAN!...

First off I’ll start off by saying that the entree and dessert were very delicious and well presented with ample portions of both. The sushi rolls were not like a lot of other Americanized places that slather the pieces with sauces and roe, they were plainly presented and decent tasting; very no frills here. The reason for the three stars is that the service was very poor. I don’t know what was going on that our server rarely came to our table but it was very annoying having to constantly ask for basic things a waiter should do automatically. We had to call him over and over again individually to order drinks, to get eating utensils, to order our food. The only time we didn’t call him was when he initially brought us water and then for our our entrees. I gave him some slack to see if me asking a few times for things would get him moving but it was to no avail. The sad thing is that the atmosphere was very homey and chill and the bar scene was very lively with the patrons clearly enjoying themselves and the spot full of regulars. I will try again in the future and would amend this review accordingly if I see...

Jerry Sans is a must-visit! I’ve been here multiple times and each visit has been incredible. The atmosphere is nice and cozy. Whether you're sitting at the bar watching Jerry skillfully prepare sushi or at a table being served by the sweet and friendly CJ.

The sushi here is top-notch. The fresh tuna in the spicy tuna roll is something special—it's cut into real chunks, unlike other places that make it almost like a tuna pâté. The flavor is fresh, bold, and truly satisfying. Speaking of flavor, I can't say enough about the miso soup—it’s unlike any other I've had, even in high-end NYC sushi spots. The depth and richness of the broth are simply out of this world!!!!!

After a delicious meal, we always treat ourselves to mochi, which is the perfect sweet end to a great evening. We also always order tea at the beginning of our meals, and they’re so attentive about refilling your cup. Overall, Jerry Sans is a 5 stars! Highly...