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    Gen Sou En

    4.1 (11 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Spicy miso soup, brewed Earl gray latte, negi toro hand rolls, and the sashimi bowl at our favorite seat by the window
    Madison P.

    I'm not kidding we come here multiple times a week, I can personally vouch for any of their sashimi bowls which are grab and go, and their hand rolls (specially the negi tuna toro oh my goodness). I also get the spicy miso ramen quite often and LOVE it. They also have wonderful hot tea and matcha lattes and a wide selection of food, loose leaf tea, and gift items. I would rate it higher than 5 stars if I could it's a wonderful place. It's order at the counter style and they call your name when it's ready, it's always very clean and everyone is very nice.

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    Tulsa H.

    Great food. Great dessert. Great ambiance. Highly recommended trying this when you're in the area. The place is unique. Self-service.

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    Maguro

    Maguro

    4.3(385 reviews)
    0.1 miCoolidge Corner
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Free WiFi

    First time here and it was great! We did the AYCE all-you-can-eat on a Monday (they only do it…read moreMonday and Tuesdays) - got there around 7:30p and even though it was very full, we got seated quickly with a table for 3. It's $50 for the regular AYCE or $80 for the Premium AYCE. We opted for the former, and it was plenty great. We have done lots of AYCE sushi and I will say this is the BEST of them - I think it's because it's the same grade sushi as they would normally do Ala carte on other nights. The $50 menu had plenty of sashimi and regular nigiri (sushi with rice) options and some Thai too. We had mostly the sashimi Salmon, Tuna, Yellowtail, Octopus, a few rolls, some edamame, gyoza, shumai. My favorites were the salmon, as the cuts were large, thick and amazing silky, and the gyoza, as it was perfectly crispy. The Pad Thai was bit way too sweet for my taste - a skip for me next time. The decor is very nice - reminded me of a dive Tokyo bar. Service was quick and very attentive. We will be back!

    I've ordered delivery from here so many times, and my first dine-in experience did not disappoint…read more We got here on a Friday evening without a reservation and were seated with no wait. The menu is so large and varied (sushi, izakaya, noodles, Thai food, etc) and yet every item is done so well! We got the teriyaki chicken, chicken katsu, yaki ika, and unagi and cucumber roll, and every item was fresh and delicious. Our orders were taken and served quickly, our waters were refilled regularly, and prices were normal for the area. I would definitely come back to try even more of their menu items!

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    Miraku Boston - Spicy miso ramen

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    4.4(67 reviews)
    0.0 miCoolidge Corner
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    Miraku has become one of our go to ramen places in Boston and for good reason: after spending time…read morein Japan sampling authentic ramen, Miraku, with their well deserved Michelin Bib Gourmand, is the only establishment that can compare. The noodles are wonderfully textured with the right amount of chew. The broth is wonderfully balanced. The other ingredients are also well balanced and in the right quantity. The zangi fried chicken is to die for! It's tender, juicy, flavorful, and has the right amount of crisp sitting above a flavorful complementary sauce. Lastly the staff is very pleasant and interior is cozy and comfortable.

    Tl;dr A bit underwhelming and overpriced. Wouldn't wait in line for this place but would be open to…read moretrying it again We came specifically for the limited quantity sea bream & shellfish shoyu. We missed the first round but managed to get a bowl from the second. It was definitely unique, but it tasted like a very simple clear fish soup--not something worth lining up for two hours to get. We also ordered the spicy miso to try some variety, but the soup did not have a lot of depth. For a place that is very expensive, the flavors were just okay and felt a bit flat. For sides, the chicken was a major disappointment. There was so much breading that we could barely taste any meat; it felt like we were just eating the starch or whatever coating they used. Unless you are already in the area and there is no line, I would skip this. The food is definitely not worth the long wait or the high price tag.

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    Maruichi Select - Chashu onigiri, Matcha glazed donut

    Maruichi Select

    4.3(77 reviews)
    0.0 miCoolidge Corner
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    Cute little Japanese shop and food spot. Some street parking in the area and a small paid parking…read morelot in the back of the Coolidge center with 4 hour parking. We got here right when they opened so they were still preparing the premium onigiri for the day. Service was very friendly - order at the register and pick up your food when ready. We did order one of each - Chashu & Aji-Tama (Braised Pork & Egg) - this was one of my favorites, flavorful and fresh. Karage - Probably our second favorite - the chicken was tender. Spicy Karage - similar to the regular karage but I wasn't the biggest fan of the spicy mayo Takana (Pickled Mustard Leaf) - this one was surprising but very good and a little spicy. I also ordered their Cherry Blossom Tea and the Hojicha Latte. Both were good teas. I did some shopping here too as they had a variety of snacks, teas and other trinkets. They have a small little refrigerated fresh food section where you can also get onigiri and other foods. Very cute spot and good amount of seating inside. Nice, quiet and calming inside. Would definitely come back.

    I got sushi from Maruichi across the street, cashier suggested me to go Maruichi Select to sit down…read moreon any table with self serving water, chop sticks and found perfect spot near by entrance and all windows, sushi was too attractive to take any photo and disappeared very quickly But table next to me had mind blowing shrimp dish, biggest one I have ever seen on my whole life !! I asked young French speaking lady if I can take photos !!! Trust me guys ! Recent improvements at both Maruichi place across the street each other would rock your whole world, even Most of Japanese ourselves couldn't do like this. Talked with Kitchen Staffs (sorry my Spanish is ...) cashiers and organizer (Japanese) are just way ahead of tough games in food industry Take look at Ebi katsu dish photos. Appreciating genevieve.t.b of Instagram Thanks for letting me take photos of your greatest lunch time in Maruichi Select ! https://www.instagram.com/genevieve.t.b?igsh=eWRqdHl6dm43Z2No Next time I got order this !!!!

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    Chiharu

    Chiharu

    4.7(205 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    This is my second time here and I still love it. Will recommend to reserve a table if you have a…read moreparty of more than 2 as the space is limited. However, I haven't seen people wait too long. I love the options and sushi is very fresh. The ramen is also delicious. The staff is friendly and efficient. The sake selection is great and the price is affordable. I highly recommend to come back to this place if you want an affordable yet quality sushi experience.

    I feel like Chiharu is a bit of a hidden gem! Despite its unassuming exterior, I was pleasantly…read moresurprised with how nice my food was. We came on a weeknight and easily snagged seats. The hostess was very kind and accommodating. I have high suspicions this place is owned by Chinese people based on some clues, such as Chinese style noodles on the ramen menu and steamed pork buns as an appetizer. We got the beef noodle soup which was excellent (albeit not expected in a Japanese restaurant!). It was actually a little spicy. Came with lots of beef and a flavorful and rich broth. We got two of the special rolls, Kiss of Fire and (I think) Torched Yellowtail, which were both tasty. No complaints there! For our appetizer we got sashimi salad, composed of strips of several kinds of raw fish (salmon, tuna, white tuna, yellowtail) and some surimi and avocado on top of a bed of greens. There was a ponzu like sauce on the side. Although fresh and not bad tasting, I think this was a bit plain. Overall though, the prices and vibes were good and I'd come back!

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    Akami

    Akami

    4.2(30 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    Akami Omakase is such a great addition to the omakase scene around Boston. It's the first omakase…read morein the area that I've seen come in under $100, and it absolutely did not disappoint. Even with the lower price point compared to many other omakase spots nearby, the quality and freshness of the fish never felt like it was lacking. Every course tasted thoughtfully prepared and well balanced, and you could really tell care was put into the ingredients. What really makes the experience stand out though is Chef Jam. He keeps the atmosphere fun and engaging while still delivering a great omakase experience. It doesn't feel stiff or overly formal like some sushi counters can -- just great sushi and good energy. If you've been wanting to try omakase but were hesitant because of the price tags around Boston, this is the perfect place to start. Great value, fresh fish, and a really enjoyable experience.

    The omakase at Akami could make any day a special occasion and even more so if it is a day worth…read morecelebrating! The full staff puts in the work to ensure an amazing experience. Food: The menu was a perfect blend of new unexpected flavor combinations, decadent fish cuts prepped with great care, and even normal fish cuts elevated to new flavor peaks! Service: The chefs gave enticing descriptions of the dishes that really emphasized an appreciation of food and the wait staff kept the meal flowing with ease. Atmosphere: The standard sushi bar was great for watching the staff, so even between bites we had something to talk about and get excited by. The interior is not only neat and clean it helps take your mind off of everything beyond the front doors.

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