I went here for the second time last night and wanted to say a few words about my first two experiences. 1. The atmosphere is fantastic. It is upscale warm, clean and inviting. 2. The service is outstanding. The staff is friendly and efficient. 3. The food is absolutely wonderful. It is tasty and inventive. The AYCE is amazing. From the waitstaff walking around with steak to the ice cold water bottles on the tables, everything is top notch. Highest recommendation! read more

I hate when the experience doesnt match the food and vise versa. In this case, the food was pretty darn good but the service, well, id call it un-service. I honestly thought if I went behind the bar right now not one person who worked here would notice. We were on vacation and sat at the bar. There was a manager doing computer work at the bar too. She did everything but tell us to leave. For 15 minutes, no one came over to us. Manager sees us many times, doesnt say let me get someone. Not a smile. Not a, here's a glass of water while I find the bar tender. Then when we did get someone it was clear that if we had questions they would be avoided like the plague. I asked a few times about the mayo--hate it. Id prefer to taste the fish. I was assured there wasnt mayo. It came drenched in mayo. $16 dollar roll that we didnt touch. However, the sushimi and nigiri was really fresh and rhe rice was perfect. Mackerel is one of my favorites and it was briney, bright, and sweet at the same time--excellent! But id never ever go here again. You can read my other reviews. I only dog on places when it's truly bad. My spouse was also a long time server (some at Uchiko) so we tip too much and bend over backwards to give servers our best attitudes. This felt very much like a manager/owner issue. Shame. read more

I visited East Izakaya on March 28 at 4:00 PM with my husband, my son, my daughter-in-law, and my one-year-old grandson. We were seated at C11 and chose the all-you-can-eat option because we were excited to try a variety of dishes and enjoy a relaxed family meal together. I do want to start by saying that the front hosts were very friendly and welcoming. They greeted us with a smile and created a great first impression that made us feel like we were going to have a wonderful dining experience. Unfortunately, the experience changed once we were seated. Our waitress never greeted us with a smile or any welcoming attitude. Drinks took a very long time to arrive and only came after we repeatedly called her over and reminded her. Each time, she seemed annoyed that we were asking. Our table of four adults was only given one ordering tablet, which meant we all had to share it and add items to the same cart. Because I wanted to try different types of sushi--specifically nigiri I added about 15 pieces to the cart so everyone could sample different varieties. The rest of my family also added their appetizers and sushi choices. When we called the waitress to approve the order, she immediately told us it was "too much," even though each sushi counted as a single order in the system. She warned that any wasted food would be charged and didn't submit the full order. Instead, she only sent one tray of 15 sushi pieces for the entire table. The result was that everyone started eating from my order. Then my husband had to place his order afterward, and we all ended up eating from his as well. Orders were essentially only allowed once the previous items were finished. I suggested that perhaps we should have two tablets, one for my son and daughter-in-law and one for my husband and me, so we could each manage our own orders and make sure everyone got what they wanted. The waitress looked at me as if I had said something unreasonable, rolled her eyes, looked down in irritation, and completely ignored the request. She didn't respond at all, which left me feeling embarrassed in front of my family. I have never felt so humiliated in a restaurant. Because of the way ordering was controlled, I ended up eating items my family had ordered instead of what I actually wanted, and I felt too embarrassed to keep trying to place additional order. The entire meal felt extremely supervised, almost as if we were children being monitored. I also noticed that nearby tables seemed to be having similar issues. Since we had a one-year-old with us, we asked for a high chair, which was eventually provided. However, the robot that delivers food kept bumping into the high chair, making it uncomfortable and unsafe. We eventually decided to hold the baby during dinner, which made the meal even harder to enjoy. The waitress never once asked how anything tasted or whether we were enjoying the meal. Plates were often placed on the table abruptly without explanation of what the dish was. Another issue was portion size: almost everything came in extremely small portions, yet each item counted as a full order in the system. Combined with the restrictions on ordering, it made the all-you-can-eat format feel very limited. The environment itself was also very loud. At one point I even saw a man run after the robot because it didn't give him enough time to grab his food. For context, I strongly believe in tipping well--usually more than 20%. Even though the service was disappointing, I still tipped because I didn't want to create a scene in front of my family. Overall, the experience felt very overpriced for the level of service and enjoyment we received. I have dined at many restaurants and truly enjoy taking my family out to eat, but this is one of the few times I left feeling like the restaurant was more focused on controlling customers than providing hospitality. read more

Had a great lunch at East Izakaya. We arrived right when they opened without reservations and were seated immediately. The restaurant is modern and clean. The staff were kind and helpful, and I love that you can order the all-you-can-eat from a tablet, so convenient. The only downside is that you can't really customize the dishes. The shaggy dog roll and crabmeat tempura roll were my favorites. We'll definitely be back. read more

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First time here and we were so confused at first. You can order individual items off the menu as a main dinner or you can get the all-you-can eat style for roughly the same price. They have robots bringing you food from the kitchen which was totally new for us as well. Our actual waitress was warm and accommodating as well as our host who did their best to explain how everything works at the establishment. The sushi and other items we tried (got the all-you-can eat) were all fantastic! It was a nice restaurant and not too crowded. read more

East Izakaya - Robot waiter!!! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Victor, New York

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Such a great experience. Took my son here during spring break. They have a separate tablet for gluten free items. Small portions but they bring out many dishes. The food was so good. My personal favorite was the Japanese rice and the spring roll. We will definitely be back. read more

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Great food and service. Mateo took great care of us at the bar. Been here many times and each time has been a great experience.

I visited on a Friday for lunch with a reservation at 12:30. Reservations are recommended, but at that time I think I could have gotten a table as a walk-in. The weekend (F-Sun) lunch all you can eat is $32.99 for an adult (you can also order a la carte), but it's well worth the price! Everything I had was delicious. I especially liked the teriyaki beef and Mango Mango roll. The tonkatsu ramen also had savory, rich broth. Get both of the tempura dorayaki for dessert, too -- sooo crispy and soft at the same time (if you haven't had red bean in a dessert before, don't worry, it's sweet, not savory). Jacob was a great server, and the cat robot, "Bella," is a cute feature, too. I will definitely be coming back to try more of their menu! read more

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Oh my, this place has great food, service and a fun experience. The all you can eat small plate option is the best way to try items and to share. The grilled pineapple is a must. My sister in law said the teriyaki beef was the best she's ever had. We will return again definitely. read more

What a great experience! I've driven past here, dozens of times and always wondered about it. The food was delicious in the service was fantastic! We definitely recommend. read more

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Super busy place even with reservations. We waited 10-15 mins to be seated. One side of the restaurant is for AYCE and the other is a-la-carte. When seated, the server came by and explained how to use the ordering machine. Your selections don't actual go through until the server processes them. She was great and funny; we enjoyed her down-to-earth personality. The manager was very nice as well and came over to check on us too. I wish I remembered their names!! You can't beat AYCE! We were a glutton for new foods and wanted to try something from every section. It didn't happen because we were so full. We should've skipped the second round of raw oysters (extra charge) and hand rolls (meh). It's been over a month since we went and I have not craved any sushi yet. Im sure we will be back again with our kids. read more

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Convenient location in Victor, NY right near the thruway. Plenty of parking and handicap spaces. We were grateful to be seated after being about 15 minutes late of our reservation time. Unfortunately during our walk to our table my Mom tripped over a decide in the floorboard. Staff were quick to help and check on my Mom. All is well and thankfully is was fine. We had a wonderful lunch, but opted to have the dinner menu for all you can eat during the lunch hours. So many menu items to choose from! Would pass on next time: Miso soup (had a strange aftertaste) California Roll Must tries: Red Tuna Pizza! Asparagus wrapped in bacon Any of the sirloin/steak options- the teriyaki steak was delicious! I had a really great experience at this restaurant (minus the fall). The venue is really nice too! Looking forward to going back. Check it out! read more

The dining area and overall atmosphere is very clean and modern. Lots of exciting decor is strewn throughout and one dining room has an indoor fire pit. Our server was helpful and explained the service model to us well enough. I will say if you go with a large group (our party was 6 people) be prepared for the experience to take a long time. We were still encouraged to order as much as we wanted but each round of food took a considerable amount of time getting to our table. One round of orders never came and our server explained someone may have picked it up. She had to send the order in again for us. Depending on where you sit, you may have your food brought out by a robot. Our kids liked the robot and you can even ask the server to have the robot come over for a photo. For an all you can eat place, the food was excellent quality. Be sure to read the menu carefully because some menu items are one per order. We paid for the lunch menu which has limited options compared to the dinner menu. We still felt like we had plenty of options to pick from and everything was delicious. I would like to come back with a smaller party and try the dinner menu next. read more

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My first time and I had so much fun at this place. I like the all you can eat options and the small plates which allows you to try many things. Ordering is a new experience on the tablet. Foods come out with a cat robot and sometimes waitstaff. There are many pleasant people to assist with any questions. A very modern Asian feel. Clean, friendly and ohh so much food. Definitely a fun date night place. read more

One of the best sushi experiences I've ever had. Tasty, fresh. Fantastic variety. Bonus points for the fun robot delivery. read more

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An Unassuming Gem: Where Asian Fusion and Impeccable Sushi Collide Tucked away within the charming and slightly bohemian confines of the Village Gate, my expectations were a blank slate. I had heard murmurs of a notable sushi spot, but the specific location--a hub of artisanal creativity and repurposed industrial charm--left me wondering what kind of dining experience awaited. Was it to be a trendy, minimalist bar? A cozy, family-run nook? The mystery was part of the allure. Stepping inside, any lingering uncertainty evaporated the moment we were seated. The ambiance struck a perfect balance: it was vibrant and buzzing with the happy hum of conversation, yet intimately arranged so that our table felt like our own private corner of the culinary world. The Village Gate, with its unique character, proved to be the ideal backdrop. It provided a sense of discovery, as if we had chanced upon a secret that the neighborhood regulars had been wisely keeping to themselves. The menu, a tempting tapestry of Asian fusion, presented the delightful agony of choice. We navigated its pages with a strategy of mixing the familiar with the adventurous. And then the food began to arrive. Let's start with the warm-up act: the miso soup. In many restaurants, this is a mere preamble, a salty, steaming placeholder before the main event. Not here. This was a broth with a story. Deeply umami-rich, it had a complex, almost smoky undertone that spoke of a carefully tended dashi. The silky tofu and wispy ribbons of seaweed were perfectly tender, but it was the soul of the soup itself that was truly remarkable. It was a humble, comforting masterpiece that set a powerful tone for the meal to come. Then came the showstopper from the small plates section: the octopus. Served as a appetizer, it was a dish that immediately commanded attention and unimaginable tenderness. This was no rubbery, chewy cephalopod; It was fresh, allowing the natural sweetness of the octopus to shine through while being enhanced by a subtle, savory. A truly delicious and memorable start. But the main attraction was, of course, the sushi. As the platter was set before us, the first thing that struck me was the vibrant, jewel-like quality of the fish. The ruby-red of the tuna, the delicate pink of the salmon, --each piece looked like a work of art. And the taste? It unequivocally confirmed what the eyes had already seen: absolute freshness. The fish was cool, clean-tasting, and possessed that sublime, almost creamy texture that only the highest-quality, well-handled seafood can achieve. The rice, so often an afterthought, was a star in its own right. It was seasoned with a perfect balance of vinegar, sugar, and salt, each grain distinct yet clinging together in a tender, pillowy mound. The warmth of the rice against the cool fish created a harmonious temperature contrast that is the hallmark of expertly crafted sushi. We sampled a range specialty rolls. Each bite was a burst of flavor and texture. The salmon sashimi dissolved on the palate, leaving a rich, oceanic essence. The ubtly sweet and incredibly smooth. The fusion elements in some of the rolls were clever and respectful, adding a pop of flavor or a delightful crunch without ever overwhelming the primary ingredient--the pristine fish. From the first sip of miso to the final, satisfying piece of sushi, the meal was, in a word, perfect. It was one of those rare dining experiences where there is no critique to be levied, no "it was good, but..." The location was ideal, the service attentive without being intrusive, and the food was executed at a level that far exceeded our hopeful, yet uncertain, expectations. This isn't just a restaurant; it's a destination. A place where the creative energy of the Village Gate seeps into the kitchen, resulting in a dining experience that is both exciting and profoundly satisfying. I came in not knowing what to expect, and I left already planning my next visit. An unequivocal five-star triumph. read more

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The food was delicious! I enjoyed the shrimp tempura rolls a lot and ended up getting more. The service was very kind and friendly! I loved the way the restaurant was layed out and the atmosphere was chill :) read more

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Incredible! Very busy so would definitely recommend making a reservation. We did a la carte and it was plenty of food- the portions are much larger than they look on the menu. Beautiful space with a great menu- we would definitely come back! read more

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Absolutely love it here! They have the best AYCE deal. The sushi and everything else is so fresh. They also come around with fresh skewers of meat and additionally serve food on robots for quicker service. The space itself is upscale looking. My only warning is that it is very easy to order too much--pace yourselves! read more

East Izakaya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Victor, New York

I was so excited when East Izakaya announced they were coming to Rochester. I made a reservation for my friends and I. There is plenty of parking. East Izakaya is beautifully decorated. The attention to details is amazing. The space is huge and there are private rooms. We ordered the all you can eat menu via an iPad. Then the server comes once we place the order and the food comes out pretty quickly. The sushi is so good and fresh. There is something for everyone. My non sushi eating friends ordered, ramen, fried rice, soups and so on. They even have people come around with skewers of meat. Sometimes the food comes via the robot! It's a fun experience. It's about $43 a person for dinner and it is so worth it. I highly recommend coming to East Izakaya for the best sushi experience. read more

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The place looks like it belongs in Vegas. I love the atmosphere here. The food is delicious and the service is amazing. Our server Kyla was on top of it! The kitty robots who deliver food are so fun and cute. Make sure you're hungry if you go here. The all-you-can-eat is an experience for sure. read more

East Izakaya - The ambiance - Sushi Bars Near Me - Victor, New York

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This place is on the more expensive side of things, however you can get unlimited sushi, which is kind of amazing. You'll probably end up spending at least $50 a person, but it's unlimited. That's right, you could eat 1,000 handcrafted pieces of raw salmon and the price stays the same. It's truly amazing. I will go back here one day and I will eat more salmon. Just a heads up, there are robots here that sometimes pass out the food, I would not recommend trying to fight the robots. Trust me. read more

Yummy all you can eat! It's worth the drive from ROC! Mt family of 6 were very hungry so this good food good service was perfect! The time from ordering to the food being delivered was quick in the beginning but slowed down as the restaurant started to fill up. They only drop back is they only had one iPad for ordering We will definitely come back!!! read more

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The food is really good, but the system for ordering all you can eat is kind of annoying. There is one tablet for the table so you have to wait for each person to pick what they want and pass it on to the next person. Then once you submit your order, the server has to come "submit it" to the kitchen. Then you wait...and wait...it was well over 20 min for appetizers and every time we ordered anything it took like 20+ min to arrive. Also, the food may be delivered to the table via a server or the robot. If it's the robot, you have to be sure to only take your food off the shelf and not another table's. Our server was super friendly and helpful, but overall they need a better system for ordering read more

I am a fan of East Izakaya in Niagara Falls, so I was pleasantly surprised to discover that they opened one in Rochester. It's an all you can eat spot, but you can still order a la carte should you wish. I would probably opt in for the AYCE as it's reasonably priced in my opinion (for today's standards). It's $40.99 on weekdays and $42.99 on weekends. The atmosphere is upscale and modern. The booth seating is comfortable. The fire pit in the middle of the dining room is visually appealing, but makes the atmosphere a little too warm for my liking. East offers a wide selection of food ordered via tablets. A little difficult and overwhelming to navigate but efficient and convenient since there are pictures and descriptions of items. I can see how this interface could be challenging for the elderly. The food is very good overall. Sashimi slices are generously portioned and presented nicely over a bed of ice. The rolls are neatly put together, without being overly "rice-y". The variety is outstanding and you other non-sushi options like, soups, salads, tempura, stir fry dishes and even yakitori. They have a Brazilian-style grilled meat offering (they call it yakitori) with a sign that you can flip over to indicate if you want more or not. Servers will come by with skewered meats, tofu, veggies and pineapples. This is actually one of my favorite parts of the restaurant. All this tasty and well-presented food (non-buffet style) for only $42.99 in an upscale dining environment is a no brainer for me. East Izakaya is a welcomed addition to the food scene in Rochester. I would think it's hard for other Japanese / Asian restaurants in the area to compete. read more

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This was my favorite spot for sushi in Rochester. The value was great atmosphere was nice and it was an all around good experience for my family and I. Every single time I have returned the service has gotten slower and the portions have gotten smaller. My family and I just went this Sunday and a 2 hour meal resulted in single serve portions being served at such a pace where we left out of aggravation not satisfaction. The quality is still there but the service has gone south and the pace at which you're served is done in such a way where you just simply don't get what you want. It should not take 30 mins to get drinks and then another 15 to get your first course at a place like this. They need to return to their old service standards or change the design to course based as opposed to all you can eat. read more

We got party platter #2 as takeout and I felt we got a lot of sushi for the price, very worth it! I appreciated being able to pick the nigiri, maki, and signature rolls, as some other sushi restaurants have set party platters. The nigiri was well portioned in size and the rolls were all tasty and fresh. I especially liked the spicy red tuna maki. I noticed that the avocado to fish ratio in some Maki rolls were a bit off, but I didn't mind since I love avocado too. We also got seaweed salad and cucumber salad - both delicious as well! read more

East Izakaya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Victor, New York

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Decided to have a birthday date night here. It was a Monday night and we did have a reservation. We were promptly greeted and seated but there did appear to be a few empty tables around. I definitely still advice getting a reservation. You can opt to eat a la carte or "all you can eat". We opted for all you can eat. The menu is on an ipad which was explained and easy to use. However, once you make your choices, your server has to submit the order to the kitchen. This process is a bit clunky. While our server was attentive, it was almost too much. I'd much rather be able to submit the orders ourselves. I'd also suggest doing 3-4 items at a time. Or, it gets overwhelming. The kitchen was very fast and our table quickly got crowded. The selection of items is vast and the presentation was beautiful. There is soup, salad, sushi, sashimi, ramen, hot options, and a few dessert items. There is also a robot that did sing happy birthday with the staff! One negative is the bathroom. It was clean, but the individual stalls are on the smaller size and they have a large toilet paper dispenser on the wall which made it even harder to navigate. The 1 larger handicapped stall was out of service. It's definitely a nice spot for a special occasion, date night, friend night etc. read more

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I will return because nothing will keep me from those dumplings, NOTHING! Everything we ordered was perfect. Rather enjoyed ordering from an iPad and having the little robot cat service our orders at the table versus constant interaction with staff. Our server gave excellent instructions. The buffet was well stocked with options, very worth the price. read more

I can't say enough about the all you can eat scene here. The prices vary by day and mealtime (lunch vs dinner), and are very comparable to other AYCE sushi places. But the portions are SO generous and the options are incredible. Tataki beef at a sushi joint? Hell yeah. The vibe is clean, modern, open. I love it. Watch for the friendly robots with their turn signals, food deliveries, and happy birthday singing! Staff is super friendly and (mostly) attentive. My only minor complaint is that it seems harder to flag down a server the longer you're there, but there are enough people working that it's usually not to big of an issue. This is our new go-to place!! read more

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The menu has an extensive array of options. Servings are tapas-sized. Use the digital menu to order a good selection of items to begin and order often during the meal as dishes are delivered by a novel robotic server. Good value and fun experience. read more

This is my experience, take it or leave it. Stopped for a late lunch at East Izakaya, today. We had no reservation, but was greeted quickly and the host, ran off to get our table ready. We were greeted by our server and my wife ordered a pear and sake based cocktail that was pretty solid. We ordered the spicy wings, takoyaki, red dragon roll, red dragon crunch roll, Chipotle salmon, Crème brûlée, and mango cheesecake. Wings were advertised as spicy Asian wings. They were just medium heat buffalo wings and they came out cold. Not a great start. The Takoyaki , came out next and the flavor was good, but the octopus inside might as well have been a rubber band, almost inedible. The two dragon rolls were good, nothing amazing and we needed to ask for Wasabi and pickled ginger. We finished that, but I had to ask about the Chipotle salmon. It came about 15 minutes after we finished eating, so maybe 35 minutes after ordering it. 35 minutes for cold bland "Chipotle salmon" was another negative. The mango cheesecake had almost 0 mango flavor and the Crème brûlée was tasty but cold. Like they had caramelized the sugar on top the night before then stored them in the cooler. I've never had fridge cold Crème brûlée before. The total came to $66 which all in all was not outrageous. Just wish the food was better. 3 out 5 will not go back. There are too many good sushi places in and around rochester to waste my time. read more

Food and service is top tier. The ambience is great too! I enjoyed their drinks as well read more

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3rd time here since our first visit in December. Excellent as usual. On a very busy Saturday they were able to get us in without reservations. Food was exceptional. Service was very good. read more

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I would describe East Izakaya as a place where you would go to celebrate occasions. The price is on the higher end in terms of AYCE here in Rochester and it being worth it depends on the person, but I would rather pay the dinner price instead of the lunch here as the lunch limits your selection quite a bit. Will also add here that drinks are extra and not included in the AYCE pricing. The quality here differs from time to time but usually it's great. Not really a fan of the chinese options here but anything sushi related is really good. All the appetizers are solid, and the specialty rolls and handrolls are very delicious. The sashimi here is, I say the best in Rochester. Served on a bed of ice really makes it that step better. Even the food that the servers walk around table to table is pretty good. The food can sporadically come at different times depending on if it's busy or not so be a bit careful with that. Always enjoy coming here, but like to switch it up with 'Sushi585' for bang for buck, which doesn't limit your lunch options heavily. read more

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Everything we tried was delicious, off the top of my head-- fruit sushi rolls, dumpling soup, steak teriyaki, salmon, sea bass, hand rolls, sushi, scallops, eggplant, grilled pineapple. Mixed fruit was mediocre (I know it's not a fruit restaurant - just used it as a palate cleanser). The salmon in the hand roll was cut weirdly, so it was stringy(?) Steak and eggplant orders were inconsistent (first was great, with a generous portion, second was overdone on the steak, underdone on the eggplant, with half the portion). It was also kind of annoying to have the server release the order each time you entered it in the iPad, but I understand why they'd have it that way. Restaurant was trendy; they've clearly done a lot of work since it was City Tavern. People came by regularly to clear plates, and it was nice that there were little samples being offered throughout the meal (grilled shrimp, grilled pineapple, Brussels sprouts). Would have rated a 4.5 if that was an option. Will definitely return to try poke bowls, ramen, and more sushi! read more

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Coming here a few times now, I've got to say this is the best AYCE Japanese/sushi restaurant I've been to. Everything from the sushi to kitchen food is phenomenal. Everything is beautifully balanced with flavors and even the presentation is eye-pleasing. Some favorite appetizers are the grilled Chilean sea bass, beef/tuna tataki, and grilled beef short ribs. As far as the fish for the sushi, it's fresh and great quality. The rolls aren't too heavily packed with rice which is great for saving stomach room to enjoy other items. The service was great, and everyone is on top of the ball. One thing that seems to be reoccurring is, sometimes another table will take your dish by mistake from the robot server. You'll notice when your tray lights up and it's completely empty. It's difficult to determine what was taken and whether you should reorder it or not. Nevertheless, this doesn't ruin the experience. A couple times now, the restaurant is completely booked especially on the weekends. It's best to book a reservation a few days in advance. Another side note, the restaurant is beautiful and very modern. A 10/10 read more

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AYCE SUSHI BUFFET . Service are very attentive with so many different kinds of food to choose from . Arrived at 1:30 pm and left at 4:30pm . They have a robots to serve food as well but sometimes the robots will get stuck at several places . Improvement is needed . Maybe Elon can help them to integrate FSD into their serving robots and navigate better . Lol they said they will open another location in Henrietta in few months . We will eat it an again once it open at the new location. However price is on the high side read more

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Terrible service at the bar. I must be invisible because the bartender ignored us the entire evening. Food came out in some random order and my wife's entree came out 20 minutes after I finished eating. Not going back. read more

It is easy to be skeptical of all you can eat establishments, it can be a 50/50 on quality and experience. East Izakaya absolutely should be the standard other all you can eat places strive to be. Walking in to the contemporary designed space, you are greeted by friendly and knowledgeable staff that walk you through the ala carte vs AYCE options. They show you how to use the (easy) iPad to order and explain some of their more popular dishes. After this, if you choose, you are left to your own devices. The sushi comes out quickly and is fresh, has good flavor, and crafted well. Occasionally, their robot will deliver you a kitchen item which keeps the experience fresh and exciting. Other times, a human will bring out a more perilous item like ramen or a steaming hot plate of beef. Not only is the physical serving experience different, but the food holds up. Everything was fresh and tasty. The Tonkotsu Ramen was some of the best I've ever had. I also can't say enough good things about the hand rolls. They were so good I've been dreaming of them since. While some of the kitchen chicken dishes (General Tao's and Sweet and Sour) weren't my favorite, I believe that comes down to personal preference rather than kitchen execution. The spicy beef was amazing. The portions are rather large for and AYCE establishment, which left me feeling full quickly and sad I didn't prioritize some of my items for maximum enjoyment. However, the silver lining is that just means I need to go back sooner rather than later to experience this amazing restaurant again. I'd definitely recommend a reservation since it can fill up quickly! read more

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