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    Cafe Mochi

    3.7 (597 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
    Open 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Casual
    Good for groups

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    The sushi bar and ordering area
    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!

    a neon sign hanging from the side of a building
    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!

    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!

    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!!!

    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.

    Joslyn N.

    I was looking for a place for lunch this Saturday and a local foodie recommended Cafe Mochi . Suddenly, I was craving sushi. The parking around this place is lacking but I was able to secure a spot not too far away and this is one of my favorite parts of St Louis so I wasn't too upset. We had a little wait time but nothing too bad. I did not realize that this place had a whole other section in the back. Our waiter was nice enough. Where we were sitting they did not have the lights on, and I'm assuming this is because there's a lot of sunlight that comes in so that's why you see Shadows on the pictures. My eyes were way bigger than my stomach and I ordered too much food. But it was all delicious. The rice is enough to share with a friend and the sushi rolls were a decent size. Will definitely be back!

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    Lauren S.

    One of my favorite spots over the years!! Amazing staff, cute spot, and the best crab Rangoon! I love how proportionate the filling to wonton ration is. I highly recommend the coconut curry pho, the plum wine, pink giesha (like a pink drink from Starbucks but a cocktail), and the mochi Rangoon!!

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    The wait and service were draw backs. The food is amazing! Worth the trip, but... be sure to bring ample time and patience

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    Walked in and there was a wait of 45 minutes to an hour for sushi. I doubt if I go back.

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    My favorite down the street sushi spot! I eat here at least twice a week. The crunchy bagel role is a must have!

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    The best Sushi I ever had and I been eating sushi for many years.. Really fresh and fast service.

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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
    (290 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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    Sado

    4.5
    (334 reviews)
    2.1 mi

    Sado was one of my favorite meals while I was in St. Louis. I made a reservation and sat at the…read moresushi bar, which was a fun experience since I got to watch the chefs prepare all of the sushi right in front of me. The service was excellent. My server took the time to explain the menu, answered all of my questions, and gave some great recommendations. I was in the mood for salmon, so I ordered the sake, sake toro, and benitoro nigiri along with the shibo maki. The salmon was fresh, buttery, and each piece was a good size. Everything was simple but really well done. I only tried the sushi this time, but the hot and cold tasting menus looked really tempting. If I'm ever back in St. Louis, that's definitely what I want to order next. If you're looking for a nicer sushi spot, I'd definitely recommend checking out Sado!

    You will only leave hungry if you hate fish. We left,…read moreuncomfortably full. Comparing Sado to Indo is not apples to apples, which my partner was trying to do. We ordered a few sashimi and we expected them to be a little fancier. That was on us. The server as with Indo, above and beyond nice, I think they are accustomed to a lot of questions. Ours was amazing, she said "we don't fork shame here" I fork shame, but she refused. Good for her! I also ordered a cocktail. I would arrive to Sado just for this cocktail, it had a coconut pillow top, that was reminiscent of a marshmallow. Delightful compliment to my savory dinner. I was very surprised at the size of Sado on the inside, we made a turn into the seating then a second turn deeper into seating. I did not get to check out the bathrooms, which disappointed me, but the ambiance was very dark and romantic, also unexpected, there were several tables of friend groups.

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    Nadai (snapper), masu (ocean trout), shima aji (striped horse mackerel)
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    Midtown Sushi and Ramen

    Midtown Sushi and Ramen

    4.0
    (413 reviews)
    2.4 mi
    $$

    I usually eat 2-3 rolls and a couple nigiri, but I could hardly finish 2 rolls. They were loaded…read more I highly recommend the Midtown and Rainbow (different from most places). Family-friendly restaurant with the perks you'd expect from such a place - friendly, quiet, and quick service.

    I stopped by this place for dinner while searching for a new sushi spot near home. The signage…read morewasn't very clear, so I had to rely on the map to find it. Once inside, I was directed to a table in the corner. The service was prompt, and we received our orders quickly. A younger gentleman approached us and seemed a bit confused when I asked about the drink menu. We were looking for sake, and they had a decent selection of both wine and sake, but nothing particularly exciting. We decided to try the Hana white peach sake, which was a pleasant surprise. The food menus were in a state of disrepair, with staples holding them together. We started with some appetizers, including pork gyoza, crab rangoon, and spicy edamame. The pork gyoza was delicious, but the crab rangoon was quite crunchy and flakey with not much flavor. The spicy edamame tasted like it had been soaked in Franks' Hot sauce or Sriracha sauce, which I wasn't a fan of. I wish I had ordered them regular instead. For sushi, I opted for a shrimp tempura roll and a rainbow roll, both of which satisfied my craving. Overall, it was a decent experience for the price, but nothing stands out that would bring me back again and again like other places. I might come back and try the ramen and see if that changes my mind.

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    Kampai Sushi Bar

    Kampai Sushi Bar

    3.9
    (403 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$

    Kampai has become one of my favorite sushi restaurants in Stl. The food has always been excellent,…read moreas well as the service. Never had a bad experience here. Restaurant has a very relax atmosphere. Great for date nights.

    My boyfriend recommended Kampai as it is in his neighborhood. Wonderful experience for the both of…read moreus. It was raining the night we went and so their having an umbrella stand in the "mud room" was nice. I thought it a good layout how you walk into a small area where you can wipe your feet then proceed further into the restaurant at the hostess stand. As we were walked to our table, we passed a "bar" where you can sit for your meal while watching the sushi master make everything. We were promontory seated and served water. When I asked for a hot sake, and he showed interest, the woman taking care of us said she could bring a larger serving and two cups. The wait staff were very patient with us as there was just so much mouthwatering options on the menu, it was hard for us to arrive down to what we knew we could finish. We ordered four rolls and shared all equally. It was a perfect way to try a lot of different t fishes - especially with one of the rolls being the Rainbow roll. The restaurant was quiet and intimate, a perfect date night. The lighting was enough so we could read the menus and see our food but dim enough to be romantic. I'll be honest I didn't notice the decor as a few of the tables had gotten some other interesting dishes that I ogled. I'll definitely be back!

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    Complimentary miso soup
    Complimentary miso soup
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    Drunken Fish - Central West End

    Drunken Fish - Central West End

    3.7
    (964 reviews)
    3.4 mi
    $$

    I like coming here for the Sake & the vegan rolls…read more I noticed this newer vegan friendly menu item (pictured), and decided to have that instead. I'm usually skeptical about restaurants and their cauliflower recipes because they aren't always a hit, BUT this was amazing! I'm glad I found another Vegan option for me in the CWE when I don't feel like cooking. The ambiance is always amazing anywhere for this location. You can sit upstairs at or near the bar, inside/downstairs overlooking outside, or sit outside (weather permitting) and still enjoy the environment.

    II ordered the torched Salmon Roll, the Tataki, and the Yellowtail, and those three totally made my…read morenight and were absolutely delicious! I will say, parking in CWE can be a little tricky. I also should mention that I came with a big party, and we had called ahead about splitting checks to make it easier. Our server said it would be possible, but the communication was lacking. In the end, we had to write down all our items ourselves, which was a bit of a hassle. Then, when we thought one of the checks was already paid, we returned and were met with some disrespect. I do understand it was a large group, and I give grace to the new server, but I really think they needed a better team effort that night. Overall, the food was amazing, but the service really brought the experience down.

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    Black Panther Roll (Vegan)
    Black Panther Roll (Vegan)
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