Did take-out from here twice this week. Busy with projects at home so wanted a good meal to go. We had sushi and a few rolls a few nights ago & tonight I had the steak hibachi dinner. All were excellent. Great food, at a very good price as well. Always a great meal, great service & friendly staff. read more

You cannot go wrong by visiting "Iron chef Sushi" and the asian cuisine that they make and serve is fantastic! Carol and Lori are very hard-working ladies to keep their restaurant in tiptop efficiency and the food and the wait staff prove it! I usually do not review too many restaurants but this place is special to me for more than one reason. The ambience is definitely nice, casual and relaxed, but also professional and efficient. You cannot go wrong by coming here. read more

Friendly service, standard sushi lunch fare. Our rolls came out quickly and were fresh. Dragon roll was underwhelming - 6 small pieces, mostly avocado and cucumber with very little eel. For a $19 specialty roll I would've expected more substance and flourish. read more

Iron Chef Sushi - 3-roll lunch combo, specialty dragon roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

I ordered the kani salad and two specialty rolls. Everything was fresh and flavorful, and the green tea was excellent!!! I stopped by around 4 PM, so it was pretty quiet at first, though it started to pick up as I was leaving. Great quality overall. Highly recommend! read more

Iron Chef Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

Each time we come to Madison, we always stop here! The cocktails are delicious and the sushi is amazing! The service is wonderful. read more

Iron Chef Sushi - Shaggy dog, spicy girl and tobiko rainbow roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

I thought the food was very good And fresh. I very much enjoyed My scorpion bowl !! We Met the owner of the restaurant and she was very nice ! I would definitely come back here again and try something new on the menu. read more

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Had a yummy Asian dinner at iron chef sushi! The vegetables in the vegetable hibachi were delish, and also got a side of hibachi noodles which I preferred over the rice. The yaki soba was a little plain. Margarita was surprisingly good. Our waitress was very sweet and attentive. read more

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Amazing food and customer service. Tempura items and appetizers are very good. I got the tempura platter the first time I went there. The portion sizes are very good and I ended up not finishing. read more

Very nice interior. I loved the vibe. Waitress brought me my water right away and she was very nice. I had edamame and it was salted to perfection. My main course was the lobster roll which was amazing. I will be back soon. read more

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Came here after stopping downtown for shopping, and it's a hidden gem. The sushi here was amazing! It was some of the best I've had in Connecticut and the United States. As seen in the photos, they present it to you with garnish and high quality visuals. The miso soup was just right, not too watery as when I make it at home with packets. The taste for the sushi was also very smooth and clean, not fishy or smelly. The only issue I had was there was a hair in one of my rolls, although it was very small and didn't impact my meal. You're definitely getting high quality sushi for the price you pay, which is very reasonable compared to supermarkets. Another issue I had was that I wanted to eat a lunch special, but was informed there was no lunch on Sundays; would've been nice to know beforehand with a sign but again didn't deter my ability to dine here. The service was very nice. It did take them about 5 minutes to notice me waiting at the front in an empty restaurant, but they were polite about it and apologized. The waitstaff is very friendly, to me and another customer who came in afterwords. Overall positive experience with the staff here. The ambiance of the restaurant was also very traditional, with wood floors and tables, a sushi bar and overall rustic atmosphere. Very clean and well maintained! Will be coming back here for dinner and takeout when I want to have a nice time out! read more

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The service was very good. However, we won't be going back. Food wasn't bad but the tuna sashimi was not tender, the soup was bland and the grilled salmon was smothered in sauce. None of it tasted bad but, there seem to be better options in the area. Maybe the sushi is better than what we ordered... read more

Place has gone downhill. Sorry to say. Bland, mediocre to average quality sushi & maki rolls. Rather ordinary & blasé presentation. Used to be plate decorations made from carrots& cucumbers slices. Not that this is necessary for a good quality meal but it did make for a more enjoyable experience. Seaweed salad oily and icy. Overpriced for the not-great fare. Will not return. There are better quality sushi places nearby to choose from. read more

Gyoza, shumai, sushi, and hibachi (shrimp, steak, and salmon) were all very good!. Generous portions. Service was warm and welcoming. I'll definitely be back!! read more

Iron Chef Sushi - Sushi was delicious and beautiful. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

First time at the restaurant, Carol the owner was so gracious. We ordered lunch, even though we're not big sushi fans. Carol pointed out all the lunch specials which include Tempura shrimp on vegetables in a bento box- comes with miso soup or salad . We had the pork dumplings also. All very good. Saturday afternoon - not crowded - a great alternative for anyone looking for a nice meal . Try it at least once. We'll be back read more

Supporting the newest local business to downtown Madison. I took advantage of their Sushi Lunch Special, featuring my favorite, spicy salmon. I ordered via phone for pickup and was ready within 15 minutes. I have since gone back a second time. Prices are comparable to other local sushi joints. read more

Iron Chef Sushi - Spicy salmon lunch special - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

We ordered to go as we were staying at an inn on a weekend getaway. The options all sounded amazing and we were very happy with our choices. The service was fast and they were very friendly as well. Next time we will enjoy the lovely atmosphere by eating in. read more

Iron Chef Sushi - Steak and Shrimp Hibachi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

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This new restaurant in downtown Madison is really a gem. It opened a few weeks ago, and as a Sushi lover I have been there twice. The Sushi is fresh and delicious and beautifully prepared. They offer a wide variety of sushi, sashimi and specialty sushi rolls. They also have a complete Japanese menu for those who prefer cooked Japanese food. I stuck with sushi and also tried the dragon roll, which was fabulous. My wife had the shrimp tempura, which was also delicious. A very light batter, fresh and not greasy. The owner, Michael Chen, was very present, meeting customers, clearing tables and making sure everything was going smoothly. A small, intimate restaurant, a very authentic Japanese atmosphere, with the sushi bar being the center of attraction. I highly recommend this restaurant if you area Japanese food lover. Very popular, so make reservations! read more

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Everything went well. Staff is friendly, efficient and helpful. You can't ask for anything more. Happy restaurant.

I had a great experience. The sushi was delicious. I came with an open mind and ordered the Omakase. Only a couple pieces were beyond my palate but I wanted to step out of my comfort zone and try something new. Glad I did. Michael was very polite and accommodating. He is a very nice guy and I wish him well with this new endeavor. The restaurant is still new and working through their processes, so if you happen to go, I would recommend bringing patience and understanding regarding the wait time. But I can tell you it was worth the wait! read more

Dirty around kitchen and way to restroom. Waitress had very dirty sneakers. Food was fair.

This is a much-needed addition to the town of Madison. We went a couple days after their official open and just stuck with the sushi roll lunch specials. 2 rolls...California and avocado. Comes with Miso soup and salad. Delicious!! 3 rolls...salmon, spicy tuna, and california. Comes with Miso soup and salad. Delicious!! On our next visit, we'll expand our palate a bit. The interior is small but comfortable. During the warmer months, they do have a small outdoor seating area. I thought the prices were fair and on par with other sushi restaurants. They do have to work out a few kinks that I'm sure will come soon. The restaurant was very cold. We had to wear our coats while dining. We weren't offered any drinks. They did bring us water. Looked like they need to hire more waitstaff. This restaurant should be a big hit in town as long as they keep the prices fair, provide good and fresh tasting food and be able to keep employees. read more

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We had salads, pork gyoza, a Shaggy Dog and a Scorpion roll. All fresh and perfectly prepared. Ambiance is quaint and cozy with attentive service. Right next door to the theatre in downtown Madison. Ample parking in the back. read more

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Excellent service, cheerful setting very important great food and a gracious Host, Carole !

Yet another spectacular Sunday with Michael Danielle, Michelle, The stars AJ and Jack. Only the best as always!!ty all

Another home run! This is the best place in CT to grab sushi. The fish is incredibly fresh and consistent, the restaurant is extremely homie. Just a few minutes off of I-95, it's worth the trip and detour. I travel 45 minutes one way just to pick up sushi, its well worth it! read more

Iron Chef Sushi - Chef's Special Sushi Sashimi for 2, spicy crab roll, shrimp tempura - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

Went for lunch on a Friday, decent crowd and fast service. The staff was friendly and efficient. It is nice to have a good, eat-in sushi place on the shoreline. The decor is nice inside and hasn't changed much from the old mermaid house. The spicy girl roll was our favorite roll by far- the most flavor. The steamed pork gyoza was really tasty too. Overall the sushi was good but not the most flavorful I've ever had- could have just been the day! Eager to go back and try some more rolls! Pricing was comparable to other sushi places around. read more

Iron Chef Sushi - Pork gyoza and edamame - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

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Great addition to the area, which is sorely lacking in Sushi. The fish was fresh as can be and the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The owner stopped by to chat and I learned he used to run my favorite Chinese restaurant n West Hartford. It's now my go to Sushi spot and stands head and shoulders above the competition. Give it a try! read more

Fabulous sushi near Hammonasset. Had spicy crab roll and pork gyoza. Yum!! Will return for sure.

We were just sat, waited 30 minutes, two tables came in after us and we were never served. We just walked out and they couldn't care less. Several servers kept looking at us and nobody even made an effort. read more

i will say the spicy salmon roll was one of the best i've ever had. i'll give it that. but my veggie yaki soba dish was a bit disappointing and lacked the crispiness i was looking forward to. it was also a tad bit greasier than most. read more

Iron Chef Sushi - spicy salmon uramaki. delicious! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

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I took my friends out for sushi today. They are not huge fans but what they did try they loved. I did my usual amount of sushi and sashimi and added the "Howie Roll" (try it and you will love it). We are already taking about our next visit to Madison Iron Chef Sushi and can't wait! Thanks Michael for the great food and hospitality. read more

This was the second time I've been to this establishment, both times sitting outside on a beautiful day. I was happy to give iron chef a second try after my first time months ago, where I thought the rice was really dry on their maki rolls. This time around I was pleasantly surprised that the four rolls, one of which was a specialty roll, was absolutely fantastic, very flavorful and fresh. I judge my sushi by never using soy sauce, as I feel it takes away the enjoyment of the actual fish, always assuming it's not bad, but then again, you have to vet the places you visit. I love love sushi and I have been diving into the cuisine for over two decades, which makes me feel old but perhaps a seasoned veteran of this tasty treasure. As far as drinks ago, I had the house sake (always get it hot, my pref) and my husband got water (to each his own), service was great (was literally noon so not packed) and the bill + tip for three rolls + one specialty (+ sm sake) was between $50-$75. I don't think too terrible for two people dining on the shoreline on a beautiful day at the end of September, given the financial intricacies of fourth quarter 2023 :) read more

Iron Chef Sushi - Spicy G - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

Nice place to sit at the bar and get very good sushi from lovely people. I went two evenings in a row!

Great sushi!!! A much needed addition to the food on the shoreline The sushi is fresh and the menu inventive read more

I really want to like this place, but the food was ver disappointing . My roll has something hard in it , like a fish bone , rice was messy , tuna taste funny and fish, and they can't even roll the sushi roll ,also I don't think they know what is "omakase" ! read more

Iron Chef Sushi - Broken salmon roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

The choices run from sushi to cooked Japanese dishes and all are amazing. Hot tea, saki, and other alcohol is available. The ambiance is comfortable and cool, and the service is respectful and efficient. I love this restaurant and I'm so glad that they chose Madison! read more

Delicious fresh food, friendly staff, relaxed environment, fair prices. Ask for the boat for multiple rolls!! Highly recommended!! read more

Iron Chef Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Madison, Connecticut

Third time back and the food is delicious still! Love the oysters here and the sushi.

Fresh fish, quick serviced and pleasant personnel. Nice and clean. Strongly recommended!

Waitress was very sweet. My friend and I ordered filet minon and quite literally almost choked on it. We were looking forward to a good fried rice and were very disappointed with the consistency as it was very mushy and seemed as if it was microwaved. Overall, a very underwhelming meal. read more