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Kiyo's new location is a great addition to the area! The fish was very fresh, with generous, thick slices and cuts. Everything was prepared with care, and they offer a good variety of options. If I were in the area, I would definitely come here again. For parking, go straight to the lot, it's the easiest option so u dont have to circle the smal lot!
I was meeting some family and friends for a little birthday dinner in OC and we discovered a restaurant with 4.9 on Yelp, so that was the choice! It's a little confusing because there is another restaurant with the same name but a different location. This one is Kiyo on DuPont St. it's new. It's clean. The staff were patient with a group. The service was good. All of the food was delicious. I was the only vegan. Everyone else was happy with sushi, sashimi, salads and bowls. I got the clearly marked vegan options- mushroom miso soup, seaweed salad and veggie roll. I really enjoyed all of it. Super fresh and a good variety of ingredients. We all agreed we would definitely go back.
Food: everything was in good portion, tastes great. I liked the thick cut sashimi on the chirashi don. The beef teriyaki and the grilled beef tongue were just perfect in saltiness and tenderness. Service: great service. Waitress was so attentive to what we need. She even let us know that restaurant was running a promo with free ($15 or under) appetizer when order is over $30. She recommended the beef tongue and her recommendation did not go wrong! Ambiance is nice and quiet. Definitely recommend this place
Wow, this is a great place for lunch! Came in today at noon and got the last booth! They have great lunch specials. We ended up getting the Sashimi set and Chirashi Don and were very impressed. The sashimi set had huge/thick slices of high quality fish! The scallop had yuzu sauce that had the perfect amount of zip. The Chirashi Don had nearly the same amount of fish (just slightly thinner) + great tasting salmon eggs but served on a bed of nicely done rice. A steal at around $35 each. Lunch specials are running every day including weekends (for now). Hope to be back!
Details.. .. Lunch w. the hubs on a Saturday. .. We've been going to the original Kiyo location since they opened & were excited to try this new location. .. We ordered 2 chirashi lunch specials (not sure if they'll leave their lunch deal for the weekend permanently or if it's just a soft/grand opening deal), a spicy tuna cut roll, a salmon skin cut roll, an order of the sunomono w. tako, & an order of the shishito peppers. prOs.. .. Same great service. Same great quality. LOVE. .. Restaurant & restrooms were clean. .. The chirashi, shishito peppers, & salmon skin cut roll were fantastic. .. Seems to be a smidge more spacious than the original location, so potentially better for big parties. cOns.. .. The sunomono was a bit bland & the tako was a bit tough. .. The spicy tuna cut roll was an interesting shade of pink & was very loosely rolled. Could've been better executed. additiOnal thOughts.. .. I believe they're still in soft opening phase so I'm allocating some of our cons to that. Nothing was egregious enough to prevent us from wanting to come back again soon.
My first time dining here at this new location. This is their second in Irvine and they have another restaurant in Arcadia. The decor is modern, spacious and comfy. I arrived on a weekday, and it was just after the lunch hour so the lunch crowd was clearing out. I was seated by a female who was seating patrons and waiting on customers. She suggested the premium chirashi don which included miso soup, hot tea and was plated on a bed of sushi rice. The entree also included crab, uni and sweet shimp along with the premium sashimi. The quality and taste was outstanding and the entree was filling. I tried to order dessert but they were unfortunately out of product. I would recommend this new location and would certainly return here in the future,
This place was amazing! Everything we tried was incredibly fresh, and you can really tell they care about the quality of the fish. They have some really interesting cuts and belly options that I haven't seen at many other sushi restaurants. We ordered a bunch of nigiri so we could sample different types of fish, and every single one was delicious. You can tell the chef really takes their time with each piece and puts thought into the pairings and flavors. We also got to chat with the manager, Tran, and she was so kind, and welcoming. The service was attentive, and she gave us some great recommendations when we were stumped on what to order. There's also a great variety on the menu beyond sushi, including hot soups, cooked fish, and plenty of other options. They have an iPad menu with photos of the different dishes, which was super helpful when deciding what to try. We genuinely loved this place and will definitely be coming back. Fresh fish, interesting options, thoughtful preparation, and just wonderful service!
Came here at dinnertime on Friday night just to try it out. The restaurant is fairly small with just a short wait for a table. They are a relatively new location so you can tell they are still working out some things but it's understandable. There was one server for the entire restaurant and she was a trooper. You could tell she was busy but she remained calm and kind throughout our whole meal. I hope the business owners make sure to do a better job of supporting their staff on weekends! No server should have to be alone for the entire shift in my opinion. We ordered the garlic edamame, sashimi set B, and the Kirin roll. The first two dishes came out at a decent time but I could tell the rolls were taking especially long and our roll didn't come out until we were almost done with the rest of our meal. Regardless, the food was AMAZING. The garlic edamame was hot, spicy, and flavorful. The Kirin roll had soft shell crab on the inside with avocado and eel on the outside and it was delicious. Such great value for the amount of fried crab. The absolute star of the show was our sashimi set. We ordered set B for the variety and the fact that there was 2 of each fish. It came with toro, bluefin tuna, salmon belly, yellowtail belly, sweet shrimp sashimi with the fried heads, kanpachi, two types of scallop, and even fresh crab meat. Everything was extremely fresh and delicious with a clean taste. My favorite was the salmon and yellowtail belly. They were so fatty and unique. We were surprised at how thick each piece was cut - meaning you really get a bang for your buck. We enjoyed every bite and will definitely be back.
This was our second visit to Kiyo, and it was just as good as the first. It's hard to find a sushi restaurant that's this consistent. The fish was incredibly fresh, especially the toro uni caviar was heaven - every dish was prepared with care, and everything tasted amazing. What keeps us coming back is not only the food but also the hospitality. The staff is always friendly, attentive, and makes you feel like a valued guest. Kiyo has become one of our favorite places for sushi in Irvine. Looking forward to our next visit already!
This is Kiyo's 2nd location in Irvine and they offer fresh sushi as well as bento boxes. I've been here several times now for lunch and have always been impressed with the quality. Japanese barley tea is complimentary and all lunch specials come with miso soup. Chirashi don - $22 - This came with so many fresh cuts of sashimi, including salmon, tuna, yellow tail, and more. It was served with tamago, wasabi, and pickled ginger all over a bed of sushi rice. I was really impressed with the quality as well as the quantity. Premium chirashi don - $35 - This is a step up from the regular chirashi don and includes all the same items plus ikura, scallops, a fried shrimp head and sea urchin. While it was good, I didn't feel the cost was justified. The regular chirashi don is a much better value. Lunch combo - $20 -This is served with mixed greens, sea weed salad, rice, a side and a main. For my main I went with grilled seabass which tasted great and and had a nice char on the outside and a mildly sweet taste. For my side I opted for the mixed sushi, all of which were fresh. Overall this is a great place to go get reasonably priced sushi as well as lunch bento boxes. The quality of all the items tasted incredible and I'll definitely be back here to get my sushi fix.
Lunch specials are good deal and great quality! Came back 2 days after my first time here because I loved it. Been coming back, and will be coming back! The fish-to-rice ratio is chef's kiss, the cut id perfect and soft. All good quality!
This sushi restaurant is absolutely AMAZING! The restaurant is very clean and inviting, and the employees were friendly and welcoming. Our waitress, Tran, provided world-class service, was friendly and attentive, and went out of her way to ensure we had a positive dining experience, which we did. Thank you!!! The star of the evening was the sushi. Wow!!! It was delicious! My family and I ordered numerous rolls, garlic edamame, salmon carpaccio, and our beverages. We enjoyed our rolls tremendously and would highly recommend this restaurant if you're in the area. Free parking is available in both the ground level and underground parking lots.
Super impressed with this sushi spot! So impressed that I almost thought it was a fluke. I'm happy to report that it definitely was not. I came in at lunch with my mom so the lunch specials were available. I ordered a Salmon Don, which was delicious! The fish had almost a buttery texture, and there was no fishy smell at all. I'm a huge fan and would come back for that alone. We also ordered a Mixed Tempura, which included an array of veggies and 3 shrimp tempura. We also ordered the Deep Fried Soft Shell Crab and it was delicious! They were both great appetizers and perfect for sharing. The service here is also excellent and I appreciated the attention we were given - not too overwhelming but enough to feel taken care of! I'll definitely be back!!
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Kiyo's new location is a great addition to the area! The fish was very fresh, with generous, thick slices and cuts. Everything was prepared with care, and they offer a good variety of options. If I were in the area, I would definitely come here again. For parking, go straight to the lot, it's the easiest option so u dont have to circle the smal lot! read more
I was meeting some family and friends for a little birthday dinner in OC and we discovered a restaurant with 4.9 on Yelp, so that was the choice! It's a little confusing because there is another restaurant with the same name but a different location. This one is Kiyo on DuPont St. it's new. It's clean. The staff were patient with a group. The service was good. All of the food was delicious. I was the only vegan. Everyone else was happy with sushi, sashimi, salads and bowls. I got the clearly marked vegan options- mushroom miso soup, seaweed salad and veggie roll. I really enjoyed all of it. Super fresh and a good variety of ingredients. We all agreed we would definitely go back. read more
7 days ago
Food: everything was in good portion, tastes great. I liked the thick cut sashimi on the chirashi don. The beef teriyaki and the grilled beef tongue were just perfect in saltiness and tenderness. Service: great service. Waitress was so attentive to what we need. She even let us know that restaurant was running a promo with free ($15 or under) appetizer when order is over $30. She recommended the beef tongue and her recommendation did not go wrong! Ambiance is nice and quiet. Definitely recommend this place read more
Wow, this is a great place for lunch! Came in today at noon and got the last booth! They have great lunch specials. We ended up getting the Sashimi set and Chirashi Don and were very impressed. The sashimi set had huge/thick slices of high quality fish! The scallop had yuzu sauce that had the perfect amount of zip. The Chirashi Don had nearly the same amount of fish (just slightly thinner) + great tasting salmon eggs but served on a bed of nicely done rice. A steal at around $35 each. Lunch specials are running every day including weekends (for now). Hope to be back! read more
Details.. .. Lunch w. the hubs on a Saturday. .. We've been going to the original Kiyo location since they opened & were excited to try this new location. .. We ordered 2 chirashi lunch specials (not sure if they'll leave their lunch deal for the weekend permanently or if it's just a soft/grand opening deal), a spicy tuna cut roll, a salmon skin cut roll, an order of the sunomono w. tako, & an order of the shishito peppers. prOs.. .. Same great service. Same great quality. LOVE. .. Restaurant & restrooms were clean. .. The chirashi, shishito peppers, & salmon skin cut roll were fantastic. .. Seems to be a smidge more spacious than the original location, so potentially better for big parties. cOns.. .. The sunomono was a bit bland & the tako was a bit tough. .. The spicy tuna cut roll was an interesting shade of pink & was very loosely rolled. Could've been better executed. additiOnal thOughts.. .. I believe they're still in soft opening phase so I'm allocating some of our cons to that. Nothing was egregious enough to prevent us from wanting to come back again soon. read more
My first time dining here at this new location. This is their second in Irvine and they have another restaurant in Arcadia. The decor is modern, spacious and comfy. I arrived on a weekday, and it was just after the lunch hour so the lunch crowd was clearing out. I was seated by a female who was seating patrons and waiting on customers. She suggested the premium chirashi don which included miso soup, hot tea and was plated on a bed of sushi rice. The entree also included crab, uni and sweet shimp along with the premium sashimi. The quality and taste was outstanding and the entree was filling. I tried to order dessert but they were unfortunately out of product. I would recommend this new location and would certainly return here in the future, read more
2 days ago
This place was amazing! Everything we tried was incredibly fresh, and you can really tell they care about the quality of the fish. They have some really interesting cuts and belly options that I haven't seen at many other sushi restaurants. We ordered a bunch of nigiri so we could sample different types of fish, and every single one was delicious. You can tell the chef really takes their time with each piece and puts thought into the pairings and flavors. We also got to chat with the manager, Tran, and she was so kind, and welcoming. The service was attentive, and she gave us some great recommendations when we were stumped on what to order. There's also a great variety on the menu beyond sushi, including hot soups, cooked fish, and plenty of other options. They have an iPad menu with photos of the different dishes, which was super helpful when deciding what to try. We genuinely loved this place and will definitely be coming back. Fresh fish, interesting options, thoughtful preparation, and just wonderful service! read more
Came here at dinnertime on Friday night just to try it out. The restaurant is fairly small with just a short wait for a table. They are a relatively new location so you can tell they are still working out some things but it's understandable. There was one server for the entire restaurant and she was a trooper. You could tell she was busy but she remained calm and kind throughout our whole meal. I hope the business owners make sure to do a better job of supporting their staff on weekends! No server should have to be alone for the entire shift in my opinion. We ordered the garlic edamame, sashimi set B, and the Kirin roll. The first two dishes came out at a decent time but I could tell the rolls were taking especially long and our roll didn't come out until we were almost done with the rest of our meal. Regardless, the food was AMAZING. The garlic edamame was hot, spicy, and flavorful. The Kirin roll had soft shell crab on the inside with avocado and eel on the outside and it was delicious. Such great value for the amount of fried crab. The absolute star of the show was our sashimi set. We ordered set B for the variety and the fact that there was 2 of each fish. It came with toro, bluefin tuna, salmon belly, yellowtail belly, sweet shrimp sashimi with the fried heads, kanpachi, two types of scallop, and even fresh crab meat. Everything was extremely fresh and delicious with a clean taste. My favorite was the salmon and yellowtail belly. They were so fatty and unique. We were surprised at how thick each piece was cut - meaning you really get a bang for your buck. We enjoyed every bite and will definitely be back. read more
14 days ago
This was our second visit to Kiyo, and it was just as good as the first. It's hard to find a sushi restaurant that's this consistent. The fish was incredibly fresh, especially the toro uni caviar was heaven - every dish was prepared with care, and everything tasted amazing. What keeps us coming back is not only the food but also the hospitality. The staff is always friendly, attentive, and makes you feel like a valued guest. Kiyo has become one of our favorite places for sushi in Irvine. Looking forward to our next visit already! read more
This is Kiyo's 2nd location in Irvine and they offer fresh sushi as well as bento boxes. I've been here several times now for lunch and have always been impressed with the quality. Japanese barley tea is complimentary and all lunch specials come with miso soup. Chirashi don - $22 - This came with so many fresh cuts of sashimi, including salmon, tuna, yellow tail, and more. It was served with tamago, wasabi, and pickled ginger all over a bed of sushi rice. I was really impressed with the quality as well as the quantity. Premium chirashi don - $35 - This is a step up from the regular chirashi don and includes all the same items plus ikura, scallops, a fried shrimp head and sea urchin. While it was good, I didn't feel the cost was justified. The regular chirashi don is a much better value. Lunch combo - $20 -This is served with mixed greens, sea weed salad, rice, a side and a main. For my main I went with grilled seabass which tasted great and and had a nice char on the outside and a mildly sweet taste. For my side I opted for the mixed sushi, all of which were fresh. Overall this is a great place to go get reasonably priced sushi as well as lunch bento boxes. The quality of all the items tasted incredible and I'll definitely be back here to get my sushi fix. read more
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18 days ago
Lunch specials are good deal and great quality! Came back 2 days after my first time here because I loved it. Been coming back, and will be coming back! The fish-to-rice ratio is chef's kiss, the cut id perfect and soft. All good quality! read more
This sushi restaurant is absolutely AMAZING! The restaurant is very clean and inviting, and the employees were friendly and welcoming. Our waitress, Tran, provided world-class service, was friendly and attentive, and went out of her way to ensure we had a positive dining experience, which we did. Thank you!!! The star of the evening was the sushi. Wow!!! It was delicious! My family and I ordered numerous rolls, garlic edamame, salmon carpaccio, and our beverages. We enjoyed our rolls tremendously and would highly recommend this restaurant if you're in the area. Free parking is available in both the ground level and underground parking lots. read more
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Michael Z.
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21 days ago
Super impressed with this sushi spot! So impressed that I almost thought it was a fluke. I'm happy to report that it definitely was not. I came in at lunch with my mom so the lunch specials were available. I ordered a Salmon Don, which was delicious! The fish had almost a buttery texture, and there was no fishy smell at all. I'm a huge fan and would come back for that alone. We also ordered a Mixed Tempura, which included an array of veggies and 3 shrimp tempura. We also ordered the Deep Fried Soft Shell Crab and it was delicious! They were both great appetizers and perfect for sharing. The service here is also excellent and I appreciated the attention we were given - not too overwhelming but enough to feel taken care of! I'll definitely be back!! read more
Reminds me of Ootoro but with less selection and more quieter ambiance. They have another location (forgot the name of their sister restaurant) also located in Irvine. Spacious restaurant. Quality fish-they have the popular ones like ootoro, Japanese uni, etc. Don't expect Japanese authentic style-I believe owner is Chinese. Ordered two don - delux and the one with poor uni and eggs. Both were good. Cut of the fish was thick. read more
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Michael Z.
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I've always loved Kiyo sushi so I was so happy they opened another location in the DuPont plaza. The premium Chirashi Don and premium sashimi platter were amazingly fresh and thick sliced! The portions are very generous and such a good price for the size. It was grand opening week and there was a special of buy one lunch special get 2nd one 50% off so the meal was very reasonable in price! The place was packed and they were a bit short staffed so service was a bit slow but they were very nice. read more
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Michael Z.
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Came back a second time, but brought my family this time for lunch. We came on a Sunday and was able to get a booth right before it filled up. There are a total of five booths and a few tables which could be for small groups or could accommodate a slightly larger group if space is available. There were two staff working who were very nice. It did take a while for our orders to be taken and took some time for the food to come out as well. Good thing we ordered a couple appetizers and we weren't hangry. My Chirashi Don fish slices were fresh and a good size. It was delicious! I really enjoyed this bowl. There was a line outside when we left. I'm already looking forward to the next outing to Kiyo. read more
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Michael Z.
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Came here on a whim on a Friday evening during their soft opening, and luckily there wasn't much of a wait. The restaurant is brand new, beautifully decorated, and has a welcoming atmosphere. Our waitress was incredibly knowledgeable and helped guide us through the menu, making it easy for us as first-time visitors. The rolls were fresh and delicious, and the premium chirashi was easily a standout. Great food, great service, and a fantastic first impression. Definitely will come back! read more
2 months ago
First time here & we're planning to come back already! Service has been great! Rice to fish ratio has been good- not too much rice. Oysters were surprisingly yummy with radish and sriracha topping. We ended up ordering more sushi. Edamame was little more saucy than I would want but had good garlic flavor. Thank you for the yummy experience. read more
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Michael Z.
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2 months ago
Ordered for takeout! Wow beyond impressed. Food was delicious. Super fresh! To go packaging was pristine. read more
4 days ago
Some of the best sushi and service I have ever gotten. Nice and cozy with excellent food, I was completely satisfied. read more
Kiyo had a promotion and I've been waiting for them to open since I've seen their sign while driving by. So glad I came as it did not disappoint. Food was super fresh. Looked beautiful on the plate and we were happy with both premium sushi choices. Go at 11:30 when they open as they already had a line when I arrived at 11:45. We got seated on the bar side and I enjoyed watching the chefs make sushi. Location was clean with simple decoration. Their server was friendly but also very busy. If you like thick cut sushi for a reasonable price this is the place to go. read more
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Michael Z.
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Stopped by on a Friday at 1:30 PM during their BOGO 50% lunch special. The restaurant wasn't busy, but after getting our miso soups right away, we waited over 30 minutes for our food, only to be served the wrong order (chirashi instead of the premium sashimi sets). That led to another round of waiting. To top it off, the shrimp heads didn't come out until nearly an hour after we ordered. For now, I'd stick with the other location and let them work out the kinks before coming back (if ever). read more
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Kiyo Japanese Grill & Sake offers variety of fresh, high quality seafood and Japanese dishes. I love all the dishes from Takoyaki, clam miso soup, grilled salmon, unagi don and sashimi platter B. The food was incredible, large portion and delicious. The staff were welcoming and attentive. The ambiance is comfortable, cozy and bright. I can't wait to come back again soon to try to their lunch menu. Highly recommended! read more
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Michael Z.
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We came during their soft opening and I was blown away by the quality of their fish. I honestly preferred their sushi than their rolls, and that's saying a lot. We also ordered their tempura and chicken karrage, both which came out fresh and crispy. The service was definitely on point! Kiyo is an excellent addition to this plaza and we'll definitely be back! read more
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Michael Z.
Thank you so much for coming in during our soft opening—we really…
4 months ago
Love this place! First time here and everything was excellent from start to finish. Very much, enjoyed their nigiri and was surprised they offer the traditional Japanese teapot soup. Great choice of beer and sake and priced just right. We felt very welcomed by Tren and great service! Will be back soon! read more
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Michael Z.
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4 months ago
This place really hits the mark. The menu has a great variety, whether you're a seafood lover or not, so it's super easy to bring a group and know everyone will find something they like. The beef teriyaki was a standout for me personally, perfectly cooked, flavorful, and honestly one of the best I've had in a while. I later found out that the restaurant uses premium Angus beef, a cherry on top. They also carry a solid selection of imported Japanese alcohol, which definitely elevates the whole experience. But what really makes this place special is the vibe--the head chef has a great sense of humor and, if he's not too busy, will even come by to share a shot with you. It adds such a fun, personal touch that you don't get at most places. The restaurant staff also keeps the restaurant tidy and clean and you cannot find the usual fishy smell that you would otherwise find at other Japanese restaurants Great food, great drinks, and even better energy. read more
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Michael Z.
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Simple dishes, done exceptionally well. The uni was pristine! creamy, sweet and incredibly clean. Easily one of the better ones I've had. The agedashi tofu was just as impressive! light crisp outside, silky inside, with a perfectly balanced dashi. Understated, but very well executed. Would definitely come back. read more
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Michael Z.
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4 months ago
Just tried this newly opened Japanese restaurant (they opened on April 15), and it's a really solid spot. The food was fresh and well-prepared--especially the sushi, which tasted great. Service was friendly, and the place has a clean, comfortable vibe. You can tell they're off to a good start. Definitely worth checking out if you're in the area! read more
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Michael Z.
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1 month ago
I hate to leave such a bad review (I think this might be my lowest review ever), but this was one of the most disappointing restaurants I've ever been to in my life. The food we got looked nothing like the pictures on their menu. We got the following: maguro, Chu-toro, o-toro, Uni, ikura, mushroom miso soup, Uni pasta. Starting with the Uni pasta: I have no idea what flavor they were going for. It tasted like instant noodles cooked in unflavored butter or oil. And the Uni on top seemed less fresh than the ones they used for the sushi. My partner and I struggled to eat it. You can see how much we left uneaten in the pic I attached. The sushi: while I can't say the sushi was inedible, it was quite mediocre. If the prices were cheaper, I'd be less justified to critique them, but they're charging premium prices, so I have to critique it at that standard. The sushi in the pic is supposed to be Chu-toro and o-toro, but as you can see, the visual difference is barely discernible. There was minimal marbling and the fish was dry. The fish quality was on par with cheaper sushi places like Kura Revolving Sushi. I was hoping the rice would compensate but unfortunately both the flavor and texture was mediocre. The one thing I can't critique is their Uni. Price was fair for the quality, but not exactly the freshest but edible enough. Can't say the same for the Ikura. My partner and I wanted to treat ourselves to nice dinner after a long work week. We left having wasted both money and time (and an empty stomach). I don't know how they thought it was ok to serve this food at this price. At best, the owner and chefs lack taste and judgment. At worst, they are intentionally serving subpar ingredients at a premium price. If you're gonna spend this much, I recommend going to places like ROL or Izakaya Osen. They're about the same price for much higher quality. read more
3 months ago
Came in on a Wednesday night for dinner and had a really easy experience--no wait at all, which was a nice surprise. We ordered the premium chirashi and Set A. The chirashi looked great when it came out, and for the most part, the fish tasted fresh with a nice texture. A few pieces leaned slightly fishy, but nothing that completely took away from the dish--it was still enjoyable overall. The Set A was pretty similar in terms of fish selection, just without the rice, so it felt a bit like a deconstructed version of the chirashi. The ambiance is calm and low-key, with jazz playing in the background, which made it a good spot to relax and have a quiet meal. Overall, solid experience. Not perfect, but definitely worth checking out if you're in the mood for a casual sushi dinner without the crowds. read more
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Michael Z.
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2 months ago
Amazing food, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere. The staff was attentive without being overbearing, and the overall experience exceeded our expectations. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great meal! read more
12 days ago
2 months ago
Great ambiance and a very enjoyable dining experience. The fish was incredibly fresh, and the thick cuts were very satisfying. The service was attentive throughout the meal, making us feel well taken care of. Overall, a wonderful dinner and I would gladly come back again. read more
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Michael Z.
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2 months ago
Wife and I wanted to try the new Sushi spot down the street. Found out they had a wonderful lunch menu. Highly recommend! read more
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Michael Z.
Thank you so much for stopping by and giving our new sushi spot a…
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2646 Dupont Dr
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