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    Cafe Mochi

    3.7 (599 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
    Open 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials

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    Chrissy E.

    Oh, so good. My flight just got in from New York and I was craving someplace I hadn't been in a while, which happened to be Cafe Mochi. I came in the evening and there was still ample space. I was greeted immediately upon entering and shown to my table up one floor. Drink wise, I knew I wanted something with passion fruit but wasn't sure which one I wanted. With the servers suggestion, I got the passion fruit martini. Food wise, I went with the vegetable spring rolls and teriyaki steak with stir-fried veggies. My drink came out in a flash and it was smooth and refreshing. Not overly sweet but enough to where you could really taste the passion fruit. Shortly after my spring rolls and entree arrived. I tried the spring rolls first and they were piping hot. I tried the steak next and it was just as I had hoped: tender, flavorful, and succulent. After finishing my first drink, I decided to try the passion breeze next. After trying both, they each had their own distinct flavors. Obviously the martini was vodka based and the passion breeze has tequila. It's hard to choose which one I liked more because they were both good in their own right. Overall, my server and service were nothing short of amazing. Although I forgot his name, he was incredibly friendly, attentive, and was good at what he did.

    Yakisoba with chicken
    Trevor M.

    I don't think Cafe Mochi gets enough love. It was my first time here and the service was phenomenal. I ordered the yakisoba with chicken and the plate was well portioned for the price and the chicken was glazed with teriyaki and had a wonderfully slight char from the grill to round out the sweetness. The noodles I felt were ok but the seasoning was pretty interesting. I think they might have used some white pepper in there. It also comes with a soup or salad. I got the salad and it came with what seemed like a made from scratch dressing with maybe some fruit puree in it.

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    Ben B.

    First time here. I definitely enjoyed the sushi roll I ordered. Even in the to go box everything was arranged nicely for presentation. I got there when they first opened so they were not busy at all. The service was prompt. Upon entry into the restaurant, it's a very subdued place with music that wasn't too loud. I enjoyed my sushi and would be back again!

    Yaki Udon, Gyoza, Miso Soup, Mochi Chirashi Bowl
    Ann N.

    The restaurant was not busy at all when I arrived on a weekday afternoon. The place was dimly lit with a cool casual vibe on the inside and had a nice patio area for outdoor dining. The service was good and the wait time for the food was not that long. 1. Miso Soup: not too salty, warm, and very comforting despite the hot summer weather 2. Gyoza: good for an appetizer but not really anything that I have not tried before 3. Mochi Chirashi Bowl: presentation was clean with the sashimi assortment wrapped around a rice mound; the ratio of sashimi and rice surprisingly worked out even though I felt that there were more rice served in the dish Overall, Cafe Mochi is a nice spot to have a meal and chat with a friend. The food is pretty standard and not anything new that I have not seen or tried before.

    Volcano Roll
    James D.

    Food here is great. I get the volcano roll every time. Server is also always nice and food arrives quickly. I love the inside-- it's calm and comfortable. Highly recommend

    Darrien R.

    One of my favorite spots to drop in for some sushi in tower grove area. Rolls are always solid and they have a good variety. Why I am really here though is the fried rice! Cafe Mochi is my all time go to spot for some take out fried rice in the STL. Great portion for a good price and the taste is next level. Not really a place I go to sit in just because of parking but when I have service has always been good.

    Sara G.

    Cafe Mochi is a vibrant sushi restaurant on South Grand in St. Louis, known for catering to a wide spectrum of sushi enthusiasts, from novices to experts. The interior walls are adorned in shades of pink and purple, creating a unique vibe. As we indulged in their sushi, the 2000s good tunes are taking over. I tried the lemon drop roll with salmon, crab, cream cheese avocado, lemon zest, trout roe & topped with white fish, honey wasabi mayo, scallions, tempura crumbs and a crab stick. Protip: add jalapeño for some spice. Peep my yelp chopsticks!

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    Jensen W.

    Been here a few times & my favorite is the Hawaiian! It's like a dessert in a roll. Seriously. There's a dip that taste like fruit dip with a pineapple topping. Good service. My waiter was nervous about my cough so he brought me a lemon tea to help soothe & I think it did actually help! I love that you can choose inside or patio seating. Would definitely be awesome for patio szn. Try out Cafe Mochi on S. Grand!

    Krystal R.

    Used to live on south grand and this place was my go to sushi place. They have the cutest location even tho the parking situation was ideal and I was always afraid that someone will give me a ticket. They have many items on the menu their pho noodle was surprisingly not bad, the sushi was definitely fresh and tasty! Will come back again if I'm in the area!!!

    Volcano Roll on its own plate and assorted rolls.

    Great sushi in the heart of St. Louis city. We ate here on a Sunday evening and got seated right away. We were able to sit out on the patio in beautiful fall weather. The team was quickly attentive to us got our drinks and order right away. I will say the team did forget to put in our crab rangoons which were a miss that would normally let me leave 3 stars. I still give this 4 stars because the staff recognized it and offered to place it quickly but we already had more than enough sushi and removed it from our bill. Sushi at Cafe mochi is always consistent and delicious! This isnt going to be a high end romantic dinner but is going to be top great quality and definitely better than some of the standard sushi places especially in the midwest. Always get the Volcano roll :) We'll definitely be back!

    Fuji Roll, Philly Roll, Godzilla Roll
    Kristen H.

    We were in town for vacation and wanted a really good sushi spot. This was one of the top recommendations we got from the locals. We went on a Sunday afternoon, and there was a private party going on, but we gladly sat outside because it was absolutely the perfect time of day. We were given our drinks and some time to look at the menu. There wasn't as much of a selection as I wanted, but husband and I both found a roll we wanted to try, plus we always get a Philly anywhere we go. I got the Fuji, and my husband got the Godzilla. The rolls were okay. I thought my roll was mostly going to be raw, but it was hot, like it had been cooked. My husband did get a cooked roll, and it was good. The Philly was perfect. We were checked on multiple times, and overall, it was a good experience, I just wish the sushi would have been a little better.

    Philly Roll and Unakyu Roll
    Layne D.

    In the mood for sushi and teriyaki, we decided to give this place a shot while in town visiting. We tried the Mochi Rangoons, Philly Roll, Unakyu Roll and the Chicken Teriyaki Dinner (chicken teriyaki, salad, rice, veggies). The rolls were fine, nothing special but they satisfied my craving. The chicken teriyaki wasn't a huge portion but was decent. The salad dressing was pretty solid. Overall nothing really stood out but if you're in the mood for sushi, it will do!

    Spring Rolls and Edamame
    Shelby C.

    Freaking awesome! This place I found while visiting in the area and man they did not disappoint. The service was nice the food was excellent and affordable. The sushi rolls are made with love and the chefs take their time to prepare. Definitely a must try when in the area.

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    The food is always amazing, very fresh! The staff is very nice, definitely recommend the pho and the gyoza!

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    The black seaweed hand rolls were delicious. The staff are super friendly and very accommodating.

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    Ask the Community - Cafe Mochi

    Is this spot All you can eat?

    No, this is not an all you can eat spot. I recommend you try it out, they have some of the best sushi rolls for the price & I've never left disappointed.

    Do the lunch discount sets (Geisha, Sumo, etc) include the specialty rolls and house rolls?

    If I remember right, the happy hour specials only apply to a select list and does not include the the house or specialty rolls.

    What time do they have happy hour?

    Cafe Mochi happy hours : Tuesday - Thursday 4:30-6:30

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    SUSHI KOI

    SUSHI KOI

    4.4
    (292 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    A sashimi lovers dream! Sushi koi is a Super cute little sushi shop. My partner and I went on a…read moreweeknight and were seated at the bar promptly, but they were packed. Highly recommend calling in a reservation if you are wanting a table to eat at. Service was quick and efficient. For as busy as they were, we felt well taken care of and got our food quickly. We also got to talk to the chef briefly and she was just the sweetest! You can tell she takes pride in her craft. The sushi rolls were fantastic. We got the sumo roll and the crazy roll, both of which were filled with of flavor and textures. The sashimi was some of the best I've had in STL. Huge portions for the price and very fresh. We'll absolutely be back here!

    I will start off by saying I have always loved this place. The rolls are incredible. I LOVE the…read moreeuclid and hamachi garlic ponzu rolls. The chefs are always hard at work in the kitchen and you can tell everything is made with love. I had never had any issues here with the food nor the staff. However, I had a different experience in April. My friend made a reservation for his birthday today. It was the groups' first time coming and they were all very excited. We called multiple times to make sure a group of 12 was okay. We are all aware that not every restaurant is suitable for such a big group, but were told it was not a problem. As soon as we sat down, we could tell one of the servers was very annoyed at the group. From the start, he would answer with an attitude, harshly put the plates on the table, and was outright disrespectful when we asked about a friend's plate that never arrived. This person ended up leaving and going to eat somewhere else. I was a server before and understand that big groups can be frustrating. Nevertheless, there is no excuse to treat a table so rudely when they have been nothing but nice and understanding. The food was great, but we were all extremely dissapointed, specially me since I've been here numerous times with no problem. I had never seen this server before, so I'm not sure if it was an off day for him or what. Most people said they would not come back, which made me very sad since it's good food. Thankfully, the female servers were all very nice and accomodating after the entire situation. I highly recommend Sushi Koi for their rolls. However, do not come in big groups.

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    Indo

    4.5
    (482 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$$

    I mean.. SO flavorful. Every single dish…read more If I had all the money in the world, I would be here every night. End of story.

    Ambiance: Very nice, dark, cozy -- date night vibes…read more Service: Great! Polite, smiles, answered all our questions. We started with the Isaan hamachi. It was okay, but compared to Sado's version it just didn't hold up. The biggest issue was the aroma--it had a sour, almost "rotten milk" smell. I'm not sure if that was from the coconut milk reacting with the acidity of the dish and was intentional, but it really affected the overall experience. The flavor itself was decent, but smell plays such a big role in taste. Next was a white fish sashimi (I can't remember the name) served over a thin orange slice and topped with jalapeño. The flavor combination was really nice and refreshing, but the slices of fish were paper thin. At around $20, I expected a more substantial portion. The gyoza was solid. Nothing groundbreaking, but well-executed with great flavor, a beautiful crispy lace, and honestly one of the best-smelling dishes we ordered. The palm sugar ribs came highly recommended, so I was excited for them. Texture-wise they were excellent--crispy outside, juicy inside--but the sauce had an overpowering aroma that reminded both of us of wet dog. My guess is the fish sauce was a little heavy-handed. I've had plenty of dishes with fish sauce before and love the depth it adds, so I don't know if this was intentional or just an off night. The flavor itself was good, but the smell made it difficult to fully enjoy. (It was pungent in the worst way) The standout of the night was the Japanese eggplant. Absolutely incredible. Perfectly cooked, packed with flavor, and the chili crisp brought everything together. Easily a 10/10. For dessert, we had the mango custard coconut cake, which was also delicious. Favorite cocktail: the Re-Animator. Refreshing, citrus-forward, with just enough wasabi to give it a subtle kick. I've never had anything quite like it and would absolutely order it again. Overall, it wasn't the strongest first impression. There were definitely some highlights--the eggplant, dessert, and cocktail were all excellent--but if I'm spending this much on dinner, I'd probably choose Sado, where every visit has been consistently outstanding. That said, I'd still come back for that eggplant alone. This reads more like an honest dining journal than a takedown. It gives credit where it's due, clearly explains why certain dishes didn't work for you, and ends on a fair note rather than a harsh one.

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    4.8
    (33 reviews)
    5.1 mi

    I don't think there's anything we would change about our anniversary dinner at Nobu's on Delmar. We…read moredid the nine course omakase and I would highly recommend it if you enjoy sushi and intimate dining experiences. Some of the bites are definitely an acquired taste (this meal was my first exposure to eating liver and sea urchin - both very bold and unique flavors) but getting to try new foods was something I really liked about this meal. The restaurant is beautiful, warm, and bright. You get to sit right up at the counter with just 5 other people when you do the nine-course dinner. Each course is prepared in front of you so it's neat to be able to see the chefs prepare the next course while you're eating. When you book the reservation, you get the choice to pick between tempura and yakizakana for one of the courses, and while the tempura was good (which I ordered), the yakizakana was excellent (which my husband ordered). They do a great job explaining what everything is that you're eating, how to eat it, and which order to eat it in. And even though it's all small bites, we left dinner feeling full and satisfied. We will absolutely be back.

    Amazing dinner experience!! The atmosphere was intimate, especially when we were their only guests…read morewhen we dined here. The waiter was warm and knowledgeable, telling us stories and background on the food and beverage we had. His father is the chef and his mom does all the flower arrangements at the restaurant. It's beautifully decorated and sophisticated. There were two of us and we went with the 4-course $100 Omakase, which had 2 options and we did one of each: Omakase Nigiri and Chirashi. The food here was delicious and I can't remember all the items I had, but it started with a Tsukidashi tasting followed by a soup. Between the two options, I would opt for Omakase Nigiri next time. The wine and sake pairing was terrific, which introduced us to so many new beverages. Dessert is a must, especially at $5. The matcha mousse was airy and fantastic. You can dine by reservation only, and it's easy to make reservations on Tock, but need to plan ahead. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2026

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