Visited Kanji in OTR with the family today and it was a great little lunch spot! Right by Findlay Market, well-lit inside and lovely staff. The service was great and the food was delish. Got the Sunday Morning Roll and the Sweet Potato Roll. Would recommend both, as well as the Miso Soup! read more

Kanji OTR - sweet potato roll and sunday morning roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Service was good, ambiance beautiful, but quality of sushi roll, freshness and flavor, were not ok. After dinner I looked up reviews and saw that this place was fined for poor handling of food- as in the health department had to get involved. I hate to say you can taste 'it' in the sushi- but perhaps you can.... After seeing the numerous attempts of correction by the health department, in addition to my own experience, I can't say I'll go back. read more

The food was amazing! We got the miso soup, shrimp shumai, the double shrimp roll, and the Bulgogi! Everything was delicious and the service was amazing! The inside of the building is also very pretty and is a good space! read more

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My go to spot when I want quick service and my weekly craving for salmon avocado rolls bc I am basic ‍‍‍!! The Seoul wings are quite spicy but my tolerance is also weak since being in Cincinnati. Very flavorful and crunchy! Their shumai were okay--nothing special and tbh, quite tiny. read more

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Still LOVING Kanji OTR. We come here for great sushi. Hands down, the quality is excellent and the price is very reasonable. Our new favorites on the menu are the Playboy roll and the Triple Tuna. If you like very spicy rolls, try the BTS as it will set you on FIRE. Great beers, friendly service, all around a perfect spot to grab sushi. read more

Kanji is a staple in OTR for a reason: it is constant and consistent good food. You step in to a palette of side dishes (that are free with entree!) and are presented with all that is spicy and savory. Also the sushi is usually half off. read more

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Love, love, love KANJI OTR. One of the few places we actually frequent. The bar manager, Frankie is wonderful. His service is a 20/10, and the food never misses. The prices are stellar, and it's such a cute little spot to come have a meal. One of our favorite restaurants in Cincy. read more

Sat outside on a Saturday, live music at Findlay Market, great energy paired with good udon and ramen. Can't beat it! read more

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The food was so good but the service was actually laughable. It was two of us dining. We decided to sit outside to enjoy the live music that was playing at Findlay market. I ordered the Bulgogi and my friend ordered two sushi rolls. My food came out pretty quick, which was which was surprising, considering it was a hot entrée, but they did not bring out any silverware or utensils with my food. After 5 minutes of not seeing our server and my food sitting there getting cold, I decided to go in and get silverware to which I was met with attitude by the hostess. We get the silverware, and total of 10 minutes go by, my friend's sushi rolls had not been brought out. I don't know about everybody else but in my culture it's extremely rude to eat when your guests doesn't have their food so I sat and waited for almost 15 minutes with my food getting cold and her food still not out before we started getting irritated and staring down any staff that walked by (which was basically no one) . probably about total 20 minutes after my food came out, her food FINALLY came out and all we got was a "sorry about that". The server was rude, the hostess was rude and the sushi was extremely slow. I saw probably 10 carry out orders come out before her food even came to the table. The food was awesome, but imagine how great this experience would be if our server and hostess were, I don't know, good at their jobs. Next time I'll just go to one of the many other sushi joints in the area bc for the $30 i spent on food for one and tip, i felt like i was dining in at a mcdonald's. read more

This sushi restaurant is conveniently located by Findlay Market. We were starving and lured in by the 1/2 price sushi. Because it was half-priced, I lowered my expectations a bit. Usually this is just a gimmick to draw customers and the menu is priced to offset it (which, the sushi menu was). The kimchi soup (side portion) was great for a chilly day. However, the broth and soup were quite literally just kimchi and kimchi juice with no other flavor additions. Immediately recognizable by anyone who eats "kimchi soup" at home as a quick comfort but not necessarily what I would serve in a restaurant. The mussel whistle appetizer was made with tasty enough mussels. It's about just what I expected in terms of ingredients and taste. Out of everything tried, I'd only get this one again. The Juanito roll was pretty abysmal. I would only consider this decent if it was ordered from a grocery store. The difference of clear flavor definition from the ingredients (from a decent sushi experience) vs. what we had... the flavors were very muddled together, no brightness, no fresh taste to it. I was pretty disappointed and would strongly not recommend the sushi. My friend ordered the ramen and sushi. She was not impressed with the ramen and also had the same experience with the sushi. The service is friendly and it was fairly busy when we went. However, it's the location that is lifting this place up - I do not recommend going out of your way to visit this sushi restaurant. read more

Kanji OTR - Juanito Roll and Mussel Whistle appetizer - Sushi Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

The food her was amazing. We had the Spicy beef bulgogi, Bimbop, gyoza, and a few sushi rolls. Everything was great. I love Korean Banchan so my only disappointment was we only received 3 plates but those three were still amazing and taste fresh and authentic. After living in S. Korea for a year it has been difficult finding a place that compares. This one is pretty close. The ambiance is great for families, dates, and even to meet friends for a drink. Service was great as well. Drinks were never empty. read more

All in all, one of the better Sushi restaurants in Cincy. Half Off Sushi all day, everyday! We tried the wasabi pork shumai which tasted good but texture was a bit off putting as well as a Sweet Heat cocktail. I would certainly order this drink again. Now for the important stuff - sushi. We ordered the Sunday Morning, Crunch Munch, and Big Baller. All were scrumptious and I wouldn't hesitate to get again. The ambiance was very nice and there was a pretty solid crowd too! Would recommend! read more

Kanji OTR - Crunch munch, Sunday morning, big baller rolls - Sushi Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Great food, great service, great ambience! This place is so much bigger than I thought it was and so nicely decorated. I love the ambience. The food was delicious. The sushi is always half off and was great. The Cha Cha roll and BTS roll were delicious! The Dolsot Bibimbap was so full of flavor and delicious! I love that it comes with panchan and a delicious spicy sauce. The cocktails on the menu are unique and look great. Great location, right across Findlay Market. So excited to come back. read more

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Kanji OTR is a delicious Korean restaurant offering sushi as well. The Bi Bim Bap is a big portion in a hot stone bowl that continues cooking at the table. The hot tea comes in a cool looking ornamented glass. The miso soup is good and the edamame is adorned with crunchy salt crystals. Josh is usually our server, he's the best and really knows his sushi! The staff there is always smiling and welcoming and makes you feel comfortable. The sushi is excellent! I like the deep friend rolls, the Sunday Morning roll being my favorite. It's crispy with just the right amount tempura batter. I had the Red Devil roll too. It's a well balanced roll with a lot of toppings. It's fun to eat. One of my favorite things about this spot is that the sushi is half-priced if you dine in. It's affordable and fun. read more

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Good dinner, fast and extremely friendly service, and pretty good prices for very large servants. I was impressed with kanji, knowing that the owner also owns drunken bento I knew what to expect from a food level, but the setting ambiance and service are definitely a step up here. read more

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I've lived 50 yards from Kanji since it's opened. The most important thing i look for in a food establishment as an experienced server myself for fifteen plus years is consistency. Kanji does it every time. Even though it is an expansion of a larger restaurant ownership, i believe in Kanji and its potential for a longstanding business. The area of Findlay Market and it's surrounding spaces are not always easy spaces to fill. But Kanji continues to improve in its quality service and food. I recommend the korean bbq entrees and seasonal cocktails. You really cannot go wrong with this place. A gem in OTR - Ruby read more

Decent for lunch! Sushi is always half off. Friendly staff. Abuts Findlay Market and parking is simple. read more

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Was really looking forward to try out this place because the place and food pictures looked astounding. Finally went on a Saturday afternoon. We were greeted and seated right away by a friendly host. I was a little hesitant because they don't take reservations and the place is not all that big, however, that was not a problem when we arrived. The place itself is welcoming and cute. The decor goes well with the concept, definitely prettier on the inside than the outside. The service was phenomenal! Our waiter was extra friendly and patient since we took a little bit too long to order but she didn't rush it at any point. For sure 5 star service. However, I was a little bit disappointed by the food. We ordered 3 rolls; American psycho, Joe burrows, the wanna be roll. I didn't dislike them but I didn't love them either so it was an okay experience. I have to admit I was a little disappointed but, I plan to go back and try something different. read more

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Kanji has become a weekly spot for me, Always a good time when we come. Hunter and Frankie are so great at what they do

This sushi was amazing!!!!! My boyfriend and I came in from out of town and had to choose a sushi restaurant. We looked at the menu online and it looked a little pricey but we decided it sounded the best. We got there and got seated right away. We saw something on the menu about half priced rolls- so we asked the waitress about it. All of the rolls are half priced all the time!! We even got our sushi on a boat! 1000/10 go here you will not regret it! read more

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We were craving sushi and wanted to find a place near OTR. I don't know why I keep trying to find sushi in Cincinnati. Actually, I know why.....I love sushi! But, it's not Cincy's fault that we are in the Midwest and no immediate access to fresh sushi. I'll return- and will try non sushi selections. The service was friendly and the staff was helpful. The sushi was buried in sauces that I could not taste the fish. I loooved my tea and sharing time with my daughter. read more

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Celebratory birthday dinner here a few weeks ago, and it did not disappoint! First off- their drinks are ON POINT- you should absolutely get one, or two! We tried the white snake and the finer bae Started off with Wasabi Shumai-pork dumplings, and the Hamachi Carpaccio. The dumplings were an amazing dance of flavors in your mouth, with a serious kick of spice (you better like wasabi)- 1000% will be ordering again! The hubs ate the Hamachi and said it was amazing! We got 3 of the sushi rolls, the names of which I can't quite recall at this moment, and they were all great! Rounded out the meal with the Dolsot Bibimbap stone bowl, and OMG was it amazing (huge portions so good for two to split, especially if you've done apps and sushi) - absolutely try one of the stone bowls when you go! read more

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Bibimbap as well as the ban Chan (although predominantly kimchi) was authentic... and hit the spot. The half off sushi was a plus ; will def go back read more

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Awesome sushi! Rice dishes excellent! Fun mocktails! Have been for lunch a few times and can easily walk in! read more

Service, food, cocktails were all outstanding! Best restaurant in Cin!!! Love the decor and ambiance as well.

So I'm not from Cincinatti which means I don't really know how the ramen scene is out here. I will say that as a northeast girl, I KNOW good ramen because there are so many options to go to. Originally, I was really surprised seeing that a Korean place sold sushi and ramen which made me nervous but my family insisted. All in all, it wasn't bad. We ordered a couple of appetizers which were delicious-- the shrimp shumai, mussel whistle, Seoul wings, and octopus balls. All were pretty delicious except for the octopus (the texture was a little off). The wings and mussels were literally 12/10 so good!!! For our entrees we ordered various sushi which were fresh and yum, ramen, bulgolgi, and Sun Du Bu Chi Ke. The Sun Du Bu Chi Ke and bulging I were definitely the stars--it's clear that this place should specialize in Korean food but maybe to make itself more marketable it offers more "main stream" Asian dishes like ramen and sushi. The ramen was blehhhh, part of the bleh was the fact that we ordered chicken and received beef but also the noodles were so soft and over cooked. They literally resembled instant ramen. And of course nothings wrong with instant ramen but when you order ramen from a restaurant, that's not really what you're expecting to receive. So again, I think for the area this place is marketable and trendy for sure. I don't get the hype with the ramen but the appetizers and Korean dishes are definitely worth it! read more

Kanji was not just a great experience, but a great dining experience. My daughter, niece and I walked into the spacious and clean restaurant, where we were greeted. Our hostess lead us to our table, which was also very clean. Our server was very friendly and answered our questions about the menu. My niece ordered the Sunday Morning Roll and Gyoza (pan-fried dumplings). I had the Sunday Morning Roll and Ramyun. My daughter just had the Ramyun. The flavors were absolutely INCREDIBLE! We sampled my niece's Gyoza, which was crispy on the edges and practically melted in our mouths. The Sunday Morning Roll was lightly fried just enough to allow the Salmon to come through. Finally, the tantalizing Ramyun was such a hearty yet satisfying dish, it stole the show. Please give this restaurant a try, especially if you're hungry. You'll thank yourself for it. read more

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Stopped in and enjoyed delicious sushi and it was half priced! Service was wonderful but the best part of dinner was the Korean wings. Mind blowing delicious. My husband still is talking about them days later. Must try! read more

Come for Frankie and stay for delicious snacks like kimbap, soju, and kimchi crab rangoon! My husband and I love sitting at the bar because we know Frankie's hospitality game is always A1 on point! The way he balances a full bar, service tickets and still creates good vibes for every guest.. The guy could teach a master class. read more

We got delivery from here a couple weeks back. We ordered some sushi - sweet potato roll, the playboy roll and the Thai titanic roll. We all ordered jab chae with beef. All three rolls were delicious! Sweet potato roll is one of my all time favorite and this is the first time we ordered from here so I decided to give it a go. I was not disappointed! Slightly crunchy but sweet, the tempura sweet potato was fried perfectly and delicious alongside the cream cheese and eel sauce. The playboy and Thai titanic were both a little spicy, a lot delicious, and very fresh. The jab chae is why I gave this 4 stars instead of 5 and the only reason I did that is because the noodles were over cooked to the point that it was basically a puck of noodles by the time we got it. They had congealed together. The beef was tender and delicious and the flavor profile was spot on. I probably wouldn't order this dish again for delivery but I would try it hot and fresh in the restaurant for sure! All in all, we will be back for the sushi and to try other items on the menu. read more

The food was delish! I have never had Korean cuisine so this was a pleasure. We tried the wings, choonchun chicken, and Joe burrow roll. My favorite was the wings which were so crispy and the sauce was delicious. read more

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I love this hip, authentic restaurant across the street from Findlay Market. The atmosphere is clean and comfortable, with bright colors and plants, and is larger than it looks on the outside. The tables were set beautifully when we came in, with all the required plates and "silverware," including chopsticks and mini-dishes for the soy sauce. And I loved the innovativeness of water in a stoppered wine bottle on the table, so you could pour your own. The waitress was pleasant and patient in explaining the options and describing the dishes. Yes, the "half-price sushi" is a gimmick, as all their sushi is always half of what's on the menu, and I don't know why they just don't put the actual permanent prices on there. But they are affordable and expertly made. But I was most appreciative of the Korean food. The fish dish and the sauces were amazing, and represented the Korean palate in an authentic way. All together, a relaxed experience with chefs who know their way around Korean and Japanese flavors. read more

Kanji is a new addition to OTR and took over the space across from Findlay Market. I visited Kanji on a sunny Saturday afternoon to catch up with a friend. We sat at the bar and had a great experience from start to finish. I will start with the decor, which was beautiful and really embodies Korean culture. There is really a Zen Garden feel to Kanji with all the greenery around. For food, we shared the Rainbow Roll, Joe Burrow Roll, and Wanna-Be roll. I also ordered the Seaweed Salad to start. All of the rolls were fresh and delicious. I was delighted to find a Keto roll on the menu as the Wanna-Be comes wrapped in soy paper (no rice). Did I mention the rolls are half-priced? You really can't beat it! read more

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I like Kanji! The location is great and convenient plus the sushi is great. I felt the rolls were a bit heavy on the eel sauce but i still really enjoyed everything. We ordered their bulgogi as well but i didn't snap a picture. I personally found the portion to be adequate but the bottom of the beef burned because it was served in a hot cast iron pan. Overall, good service and sushi but I'm not sure I would order one of their entrees again. read more

Kanji OTR - Missing a piece of the double shrimp roll, Sunday morning roll, another fried roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Always love Kanji. Never had their wings but they are soooo good!!! Was in by myself and the service was so nice. read more

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Half priced sushi is great! We got the sweet potato roll. It's right across from Findlay market so easy to get to! Decently priced with pretty good sushi! Will be coming back! read more

This place is alright. We've had takeout once and dined in once for sushi. We didn't feel anything stood out enough to rave about. Our service was average and didn't go above and beyond with any recommendations as I've read other diners have experienced. She also was wearing an AirPod in one ear while serving which was very odd and unprofessional. I will say the atmosphere was cute. Lots of plants and seemed like a fun bar area to come in for a cocktail (we sat in the main dining area). Probably wouldn't make a special trip back anytime soon or necessarily recommend this place. read more

I love the chicken wings , absolutely delicious . Everything I have had there as been great . read more

We dined inside this restaurant on a Friday evening. I was very surprised to be seated right away, I didn't realize how large of a space it is. The sushi taste very fresh, the food and drinks were delicious and came out very quick. Service was great, I even met the owner (he was delivering food to the tables). We have been to this place three times now and it is consistently delicious. read more

Unfortunately, our party of two had a bad experience with Kanji this past weekend. We found a hair in one of the drinks, which they remade but we were turned off at that point. Afterwards, one of us ended up with food poisoning. We hadn't eaten anything before, so we're fairly certain it was from the food at Kanji. Disappointed, because we quite liked the sushi, but we won't be back. read more