We went on a Saturday with no reservations (very risky!) and had about a 15 minute wait time, not…read moretoo bad, BUT we did have to sit outside and the wind was crazy! So beware and check the weather before going and dress accordingly. It's nice on sunny days but then you have to be mindful of the UV. I appreciate our waitress getting our drinks and food out to us through the chaos of people being seated outside, then being reseated inside when room opened up, or like one table, just leaving! Their plum sake is very good, smooth and light. I also got a hot tea but that was only hot for a moment out there, the sake definitely did more to keep us warm. Their ramen bowls are now my favorite in downtown, the pork is DELICIOUS, the broth could be a drink on its own and the marinated egg has a perfectly soft yolk; it's a very pretty dish. My favorite sushi is split between the Russian roulette and the ocean queen (I think that's its name).

For being on a rooftop location, the expectations are high ()…read more This place certainly disappointed. Craftsmanship and attention to detail are central to Sushi and Japanese cuisine, none of which I could find in what I was served. We ordered: salmon lover roll, vegetable tempura, and chicken katsu. - salmon lover roll was not notable, bland, almost too sweet. It came with the smallest blob of wasabi and two slices of ginger (one which was very long for some reason). - vegetable tempura was serviceable, if you mess this up you get 0 stars. - chicken katsu is the star of this abysmal show though. I was served two cut up chicken katsu slices. The presentation was horrible. Loosely strewn about the plate over some cut up veg and a fork on the side of the plate. For an $18 chicken katsu entree, no rice is criminal. This entree comes with miso soup which was served in a small bowl half full. Service was slow, took them 40 min to get the food out and the tempura came after the roll. On a positive note they took our card quick, the atmosphere was cool and the bathrooms clean.

Great food and excellent service! The best part of tempura are the yams and you can order just…read moretempura yams! We had the Trinidad Roll and the Alakan Thunder rolls. They were delicious!

A solid sushi place in Eureka. Service was really friendly. Outdoor seating was nice and had…read moreheaters. The prices and portions were fair. Oysters were yummy and fresh. I didn't love the poke dish but all the nigiri we got was good. It's not the fanciest sushi spot in Eureka, but a good one to come to to fulfill your sushi cravings!

This place was amazing. They also got good views as well. The menu is huge but the food is…read moredelicious. Service was amazing 5 stars Food was delish too My miso was cold and they did a new batch and it was hot. I saw the steam coming out of it. Thank you for that. Do I recommend here? Yes I do!!

Assistance+ Balance+…read moreCleanliness+ Deliciousness+ Environment+ Our server Alexander was amazing the entire time, prompt, professional, wonderful! Cost to quantity/quality was balanced well! Restaurant and restroom were clean and organized. The food was fantastic! Delicious. Skillfully made. Great variety! The environment is romantic but casual enough to be in regular attire or formal doesn't matter. Live pianist was wonderful, everything was perfect!

The sushi here was fresh and light; we enjoyed it after a long day of hiking. The mango cheesecake…read morewas delicious as well. Portion sizes were a bit small for the price though. The restaurant is clean and spacious. Staff were friendly. Easy free street parking outside.

Poor food and sanitary practices Have been observed picking…read moreup ingredients dropped in parking lot and taken into establishment instead of discard Constant interaction with exterior refuse bin Filthy messed up parking with occasional issues in parking and pulling in or out Also possible pest issues branching from adjoining businesses such as roaches ants and rats There are three restaurants there the pest have been observed for a while and have had to have constant pest control

Everything, food was amazing, ambiance was amazing, service was amazing, our server Rae made our…read moredining experience a 10 out of 10, can't wait to go back!!!

Recently visited the town of Blue Lake and had a bite at The Blue Fusion Cafe, formally Sushi Blue…read more My wife and I had a great time. Our waitress, Mo, steered us toward the Fish & Chips with the spicy fries. I think the fries are the star of the dish. I had the Chicken Sliders and they were extremely filling. Food 4/5, Service: 5/5.

It's been difficult traveling and finding good vegan options, especially with smaller towns that…read morehave lots of hours/days they aren't open, especially "Off season". I'm hoping this helps another vegan out there, or anyone really. We came in for an early ish dinner. At the time it was pretty mellow but that was appreciated because we just needed to relax and enjoy sitting down after hiking the last few days. Something fresh and not too rich where we could take out time and not feel gross. I was curious about the soul options being vegan or not because miso usually isn't, but they had this yummy sounding mushroom and veggie broth soup with vegetables and tofu (I think it's called Kenshin jiru but I might be absolutely butchering that). GET IT! It's not too heavy but has such a great flavor, plus the fresh veggies and bits of raw tofu for protein (they accidentally forgot the tofu but when I asked my server if they could just bring it on the side for me they were super nice about it). I also got some standard edamame and avocado maki roll, both of these were "fine", they did the trick but weren't amazing. My partner had the large hot sake which he loved, and then a tuna maki roll and the omakase nigiri. Same thing with his maki, fine nothing to write home about, but he loooved his omakase. They didn't tell us what was on it but I think it was albacore, salmon, salmon roe, mackerel, yellowtail, and tuna. He said it was some of the best tasting fish/nigiri he's had in a while. Our server was great at refilling our waters and checking in making sure we had everything and was just very sweet, so we appreciated them a lot. We'd definitely recommend!

Nori has a beautiful Japanese styled restaurant with great decor that transports you to a small…read moreJapanese izakaya. It's hard to believe that you're still in Humboldt county when you enter in! The workers are all very kind and knowledgeable. They are able to make accommodation or alterations as necessary. Despite that, the food in general leaves more to be desired. The fish is definitely high quality! But perhaps the rice should be a bit more fluffy, and more flavorful. The batter on the tempura was a bit too thick and ultimately caused it to not be cooked all the way. I think the sauces can also be better prepared-- they taste a bit prepackaged and not really homemade. I'd be willing to come again and not order rolls but instead focus on the nigiri or the chirashi bowl.

We ate here with my daughter who was recently diagnosed with celiac disease…read more I had heard that they had gluten free options, and were careful about cross-contamination, but I was blown away by how helpful our server was with making sure my daughter's meal was safe. She right away inquired whether it had to be "celiac safe", and made sure that all of our dishes were labeled "celiac safe" for the kitchen, and helped us make substitutions for the items that couldn't be gluten free. This was our first experience eating out since the diagnosis, and I was nervous about how it would go, but Sushi Spot (and our very kind/helpful server) made this experience easy, and we are reassured that we won't have to completely give up eating out. Still waiting to see if other restaurants offer the same care for celiac diners. Until then, Sushi Spot will be our place to go!

The service was very friendly and attentive. It couldn't have been better. The ambience was also…read moreenjoyable. My kid really loved the aquariums, and he ate the egg part of his tamago sushi, which is what we expect. I only had a couple of grumbles about the food. One of my pieces of hamachi was torn and didn't look great. That's a minor gripe about presentation. The main issue was the rice. It was bland and more or less plain. Sushi rice should have some sweetness and a little tang. After all, it's meant to recreate the fermented rice from the old days before chefs learned how to make rice taste similar without taking so much time... Sushi is probably 90% about the rice and maybe 10% is the rest of what's on it. It is the main thing, really. It should not be bland. Also, their chefs had trouble forming the rice neatly, which is a skill issue. This was prepared in the back and might yield different results at the bar. For me, the real star (food-wise) was the plain sunomono. The cucumber was fresh and crispy and topped with thinly shredded carrot for a touch of color. I have eaten at many wonderful sushi spots since the 1980s when you had to order in Japanese because the only sushi chefs around in the U.S. were Japanese immigrants. This was one of the best sunomono I've had anywhere.

The atmosphere isn't dark and gloomy like others have said. I would say average. Rolls were good…read morefor the price. The restaurant was clean. Good service and nice staff.

Best sushi in humboldt, great service, they were attentive to their customers offering service…read morewith a smile, with delicious sushi. You must try this place.

Tomo has become one of my go-to stops whenever I'm up north visiting family. It's one of those…read moreplaces where everything feels consistently good--comforting food, friendly service, and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it easy to settle in. The menu is solid across the board, but the standout for me is the salmon cakes. They're genuinely exceptional--crispy on the outside, tender inside, and full of rich salmon flavor. The rest of the dishes are always fresh and well-prepared, and the staff is warm and attentive without being intrusive. Whether I'm grabbing a quick bite or having a longer meal with family, the experience is reliably smooth and enjoyable. A dependable, welcoming spot with great food. Tomo is absolutely worth a visit if you're in Arcata.

Serving consistently fresh fish and delectable Japanese plates with something for everyone. in a…read morewelcoming atmosphere, where service is unparalleled. Always worth the wait, Tomo is a cornerstone of the community, a place to see familiar faces, and special occasions for any reason, it's no surprise Tomo has been the "go-to" for exquisitely prepared Japanese cuisine and sushi on the North Coast for more than 30 years

I would give the Cali Crew a five star rating, however…read moreTheir social media says they're at outfitters at fifth and Myrtle ... other postings say they're on Broadway by Crisp .... And they NEVER answer the phone to find their correct location

Driving along Broadway right before getting to Hawthorne we've noticed the this food truck that…read moresaid "Hibachi"! My wife and I were excited to try it out. Finally we made it to Cali Crew Hibachi Grill today Let me tell you they did not disappoint. We got the Steak and Scallop combo bowl with no rice, only veggies. It was phenomenal! Plenty of food too, we shared the meal and were completely satisfied. Bonus: all their sauce options. We opted for Golden Miso and it was delicious We highly recommend this restaurant