We were originally looking for Korean BBQ or AYCE sushi and ended up stumbling upon this small,…read morefamily-owned restuarant. We were on a limited schedule, otherwise we probably would've tried a few more of their "unusual" rolls. We didn't get a chance to ask why it's called Nationals Cafe, however we did ask Lupita next time if we could order half rolls instead of full rolls--which she happily stated would be fine. Even with only about five tables (from what I could tell), service was good. Lupita was friendly, efficient, and attentive. We definitely want to try the Thick Roll (tamago, unagi, avocado, topped with sweet sauce) and the Loma Roll (tempura zucchini, tempura sweet potato, topped with avocado and sweet sauce) the next visit. We ordered several appetizers--edamame, shrimp tempura, and dumplings--along with the Ichiban and Carol rolls. Overall, the food was decent and hit the spot. Hopefully next time we'll have more time to explore more of the menu.

We tried the Sushi Burger! What a neat concept, fried rice as the bun and your choice of the type…read moreof sushi meat inside with avacado and cucumbers. It tasted like sushi and we ate it like a burger. The sauces on the side were amazing too!!!

The seating is nice and comfortable. The menu has tons of delicious options. It was difficult to…read moredecide what I wanted to try. I ALWAYS try the mussels at every sushi restaurant I go to. These did not disappoint! Properly cooked. NOT chewy/rubbery. Slight kick to them. I ate a few orders! Lol. I also had the Donald duck, Cajun salmon, Okie dokie and the Geisha. The Cajun salmon surprised me with the flavor. I wish I could have ate more but I was so full at the end. Donald duck was the normal you'd expect at any sushi place. The Jalapeños on the Geisha were tempura style and so good. The Okie dokie was a little off. Some bites were over powered with cream while other bites did not have any cream cheese. I use the juice from the mussels to pour over my rolls and enhanced the flavors even more. Coming back here again

Consistently really good sushi! We had a group of 7 and we were able to join the waitlist through…read moregoogle. Wasn't necessary this time but a very cool feature to take advantage of as you're headed over. We had AYCE and it's always well worth it when we're with a large group. Lunch is always a great deal, dinner AYCE is a tad more expensive but still very much worth it. There were two people waiting on us and they were very friendly and attentive. We didn't have to wait long for anything and they made sure we always had food on the table! Loved it!

Lake Tahoe is not exactly known for its refined dining scene, so Sanyo Tahoe was such a welcome and…read moregenuinely exciting surprise. This is bespoke Japanese with a modern twist and it absolutely delivers on that promise. We are talking caviar, thoughtfully composed dishes, and the kind of attention to detail you'd expect from a serious city restaurant. The fact that it exists in Tahoe at all is kind of wild and I am so here for it. The space is incredibly intimate, which honestly adds to the whole experience because everything feels very intentional and personal. That said, you absolutely need to snag a reservation early because this place is tiny and I imagine it fills up fast and for good reason. Yes, the per person cost can get up there, but for what you're getting in terms of experience and execution, it genuinely feels worth it. If you're heading up to Tahoe and you want to treat yourself to something really special, this is the move. Do it at least once and you will not regret it!

I had a really great experience at Smoke Door. I called around dinner time without a reservation,…read morebut the woman on the phone was super accommodating, which I really appreciated. It was my first time there, and my server Jamie was really friendly and helpful. He walked me through the menu, and I ended up going with à la carte so I could try a few things. The wagyu was delicious and cooked perfectly, and the cauliflower was amazing too. The Toyosu fish was really refreshing. I also thought it was really cool that they source fish from Japan every couple of days. That definitely shows the level of quality they're going for. I'll definitely be back, and next time I want to try the full course. The restaurant itself is beautiful overall. Only small thing for me was that it got a little smoky at times, and the wine tasted slightly old, although my server confirmed the bottle had been opened recently. It honestly may have just been the wine I chose. Still a great experience overall.

SUSHI If you're visiting Carson City, this is a dining…read moreexperience you don't want to miss. We've explored many sushi restaurants over the years, and this one consistently stands out for its exceptionally fresh, high-quality fish and creative, savory specialty rolls. One of the best parts is sitting where you can watch the chefs skillfully prepare your order right in front of you--it's as entertaining as it is delicious. This isn't just a meal; it's an experience. Be sure to add it to your Carson City itinerary. Don't miss out! Unlimited sushi for $34.95.

3 stars and going down. I'm sorry to say this. Laura picked…read moreup the slack tho when the line Chef brought out our hamachi cama and simply handed it to us. We said what No rice? No eggs? Laura fixed it up real nice. We appreciated that. But it's not the same place. The turn over is so fast. We get good chefs and they are gone in a couple months. Truly Fandango, listen up! Pay your people more! Or give them the respect they deserve! They could stay and really get a following. You used to have this with Martin, and with Bri and DJ. Any more...Just an over priced only so so sushi bar. We won't be back for months. There will be a new crew when we do come back. I've reviewed this spot so many times. As you can see. I'm very disappointed now. We did have an observance that we've not seen at ANY sushi bar. Even this one in recent history. The trays of fish are normally covered in plastic wrap to keep the fish from drying out or absorbing the flavors from each other. Every case had At least one uncovered tray or tray where the plastic wrap was not replaced. In the past the chef would remove the fish needed then rewrap. Even the scallop sat in a bowl with no covering in it. And it's not like they were too busy to do this. Cody stood there gazing out at the casino. Started talking with staff instead of taking the few seconds it takes to cover the fish.

I went here for lunch on a Wednesday. We were probably seated and given a chance to look over the…read moremenu. I ordered shrimp and snow pea lunch. It came with rice, noodles, as well as shrimp and an eggroll. Before that, I had a cup of hot and sour soup. Everything was delicious. The service was also prompt, friendly and spot on. The ambience is very nice and the restaurant was very clean. Finally, the prices were extremely reasonable. I would certainly go back!

I'm from out of town. I usually hate restaurants due to their excessive salt, fat, and sugar…read morecontent in the food. This place was a different experience. Food tasted fresh and more healthy than I expected. Staff is professional and respectful. Quiet, tranquil atmosphere. If I lived here I would come all the time.

Amazing experience!…read more We sat at the bar and were served by Jamie. She was so friendly, attentive, gave super recommendations and made delicious cocktails. Highly recommend sitting at the bar. Definitely added to the experience watching the chefs in action. We came for light bites and will be back for more very soon. We had the hamachi and pear, shrimp gyoza, mushroom croquettes and cucumber salad. For drinks we had the Salty Inu and Okinawan Old Fashioned.

One single beef rib and a rice patty $20.. 2 of us 5 small…read moretastings plates 2 drinks $120... Left hungry and broke. Good place if you're on Ozempic.

[This review was written before a change of management and chef rumored early '26]…read more This bustling spot is an oasis in 25 miles of a food desert on the Nevada side of Tahoe. The management changes of past years has brought back pros who have lived and immersed in Japan and Korea, and bring a sparkling authenticity to a place that had sometimes lost its way past decade. Weekend nights can be well jammed with ethnic Asian tourist ski families and globally experienced friends that know the real thing. Fresh gorgeous sushi, (and some great teriyaki chicken and beef for those who aren't into fish). Cold Japanese beers... cucumber salad, Bibimbap, tempura... just awesome. Unlike most places in this region, the parking is free and expansive amidst the mini mall in a forest.

More Umami Needed!…read more SHORT Ver: Most selections lack flavor to true authentic originals. Service was friendly and adequate, hence my giving 2 I am Asian who has lived over 50 years in Hawaii and have eaten authentic Asian cuisine from around the Pacific and Asia so I'm qualified to make this statement! LONG Version: In heavily populated Asian communities,if we see a particular race eating at that races' restaurant, it's generally a signal that the food there is gonna be good! Makes sense, right? While visiting Tahoe today my family had a craving for sushi and based on the rating for Harumi Sushi (as of 6/26' is is 3.9 Stars) we decided to go for dinner. Walking in, we were met with friendly staff and Japanese chefs behind the sushi counter! (Good sign!) their menu is mostly Japanese with some Korean dishes. I was also pleasantly surprised that there were a lot of Asian families also seated but I wasn't sure if that was a good gauge as I suspected that these families were all probably like ours-visiting from outside of the area. I crossed my fingers. We ordered various sushi rolls, a Tonkotsu Ramen, Tempura Udon, Pork Tonkatsu, and a Dotsolbop. Kitchen help must've been short staffed because each dish came out singly with minutes in between the next single dish and by the time the last dish came out, the first few people had already been long finished. First: Tonkotsu Ramen soup broth was completely tasteless. I have packaged Tonkotsu Ramen from my Asian store in Vegas that has much more flavor and body that the one I had. The noodles were simply noodles, the egg was not ajitama. It was simply a half boiled egg. The rest of the dish was not appealing nor tasty at all. Even the charsiu tasted old if not just pan fried for presentation! I could not finish it. The Tempura with the udon was adequate for an AYCE Japanese style buffet so, 'mid' as my kids would say. The udon, I was told wasn't bad, I guess I should've order the Shoyu Ramen instead. The Tonkatsu also fared better in taste rating than my ramen. The Dot Sol Bop came after everyone was finished eating. It had chopped lettuce on it among a couple other non traditional looking veggies. There was very little meat in it. After adding the kochujang sauce and tasting, it was the strangest version of this dish I have ever tasted. The vinegar flavor coming from each bite was so overwhelming. We didn't know if it came from the rice mixture or from the kochujang sauce. Not even half of this dish was eaten. And this was with half the group sampling it. No one wanted to finish this dish. The sushi rolls looked like they were a little on the old side however all said the sushi was pretty good. Not amazing, but adequate. Mid range quality ingredients. My conclusion is that the quality of the ingredients is in need of some improvements. The sushi chefs are getting the job done with what they have. The cooked dishes, however, need to be reexamined If you truly know what Asian cuisine is because you've grown up with it and/or have experienced it, you will walk away disappointed especially if you order a non-sushi entree. The staff were nice though!