I dropped by Maki Maki in search of a some lunchtime grub. Interestingly, I thought I was visiting a place that I had previously visited, but I quickly learned this was going to be a first-time dining experience for me. I was somewhat surprised that the restaurant was completely empty during lunch. However, I remembered that I dropped by a couple of days before Christmas, so folks probably where trying to head home or doing last-minute Christmas shopping. I took advantage of the sesame beef bento box lunch special, which was about $13 for the lunch special. I believe the lunch special, that includes a choice between various bento boxes and two maki rolls, from 11 am to 3 pm. My bento box included a good portion of sesame beef, a salad, some rice, and a three-piece California roll. Since the California roll was kind of thick, I'll say the roll was more like a four-piece standard roll. I was a bit surprised the bento box did not include a soup and/or dumplings, but it was what it was. Overall, I thought the bento box was quite tasty, and I really loved that the beef was crispy. It was slightly different style of preparation that I'm used to, but I think it really worked. The staff was very nice, and the restaurant was very clean. There is a paid public parking lot a few feet from the restaurant. However, I think the restaurant might have its own parking area, so double check before paying for parking. read more

Maki Maki - Lunch bento box for $13. - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

I wish I had come here sooner! My husband and I got takeout recently, and we're already planning to come back for a sit-down meal. The restaurant is nicely decorated, and there's even an area where you can partially watch the sushi being made, which is a fun touch. Their specialty rolls are unique and absolutely delicious -- definitely not your typical menu. Excited to try more next time! read more

Maki Maki - Artic R31. Arctic Shrimp Roll - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

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Maki Maki is a solid choice if you live in downtown Bethesda and you don't want to drive to Taipei Tokyo off of Rockville Pike. I have been eating here for over a decade and the consistency is good. The quality isn't bad. I wish the wasabi was spicier and I wish the rolls weren't so rice heavy. The service is always consistent. They're always very polite although they get my order wrong a lot which is so annoying but all in all if you live in downtown Bethesda and you want Sushi Maki Maki is a great choice. read more

Came for a Saturday lunch and it was not busy at all inside. The prices were great, especially since you can order the lunch special on the weekend. Sweet potato roll is my favorite, and these were perhaps the biggest pieces I've ever had! And super freshly prepared tempura. The California roll was also large and had a generous crab portion, with no cucumber, only the good stuff! The waiter was very kind as well. Will certainly come back! read more

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Walked over and took a seat at the bar. Waitress super nice but got the order wrong it's ok Sesame chicken is super breaded. Chicken fried rice big portion. Delicious. Sashimi the best Big fresh pieces. I can't wait to go back. Worth a try Ambience nice and quiet read more

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I found this place because I was staying at the Bethesdan Hotel and it's right across the street. I really liked Maki Maki, they were huge and very filling. I ordered the Love at first sight roll and spider rolls. While, simple, they made these rolls really well. I would definitely come back. It looks like it's take out only since all of the chairs are stacked in the tables. Staff was friendly and fast. read more

Maki Maki - R14. Philadelphia Roll, R53. Love at First Sight Maki - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

This is one of my go to sushi places. I often order thru Uber, but today I decided to go in person since I was in the area. I arrived around noon, and was informed that their credit card machine was down so they were only taking cash at the time. There was two banks nearby, so I quickly stopped by one and grabbed some cash. I ordered three of the lunch specials: the sesame chicken bento, the sashimi lunch, and the two rolls special. The first two were $12.95 each, and the two rolls were $10.50. Very good deal for lunch. The bento came with chicken, rice, 3 piece California roll, and a salad with a dressing was like a ginger wasabi vinegrette or something, but not too spicy. The chicken was hot and crispy. The sashimi lunch was 2 pieces salmon, 2 pieces white tuna, and 2 pieces snapper. They were thick cut pieces, and it also came with 6 piece California roll. Lastly the two rolls I got were the eel avocado and the Vegas roll which is tuna avocado. Everything was delicious and I had leftovers to bring home. The only thing I find weird is the fact that the California roll is listed as having peanut butter in it. The only thing I could think of is if they mean peanut oil in the crab mixture, because it definitely doesn't taste like peanut butter. Either way, I will continue to order from here. read more

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It's been some time since I have been here. Occasionally traveling for Bethesda..being cold and directly across from the hotel....and I wanted sushi. So--due.to.covid ..it is take out only. My avacado roll was simple and fresh. My spicy crunchy white tuna was a good concept but a bit fishy-- in a bad way and disappointing The other roll had shrimp tempura topped with spicy tuna..it was good..fresh but a bit messy to eat. While I have been here in the past...but this place did not hit it tonight... Maybe I'll give this a try after Covid when I am back in Bethesda.... read more

Maki Maki - Take out for the hotel during covid-19 - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

The sesame chicken is deliciously prepared with the white rice on the side. Fried to perfection and satiates the hunger. The garden salad had a ginger dressing what added a nice spice of flavor to my palette. Such a generous portion more than Sakura Japan! And look, mango mochi ice cream! read more

Maki Maki - Sesame chicken and white rice - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

I love sushi and so does my family! My granddaughter wanted sushi, but it was a school night and her mom wanted us to stay close by. We went over to Maki Maki. The restaurant is located on Wisconsin Avenue. There is public parking right behind the restaurant. It is a lovely restaurant with pretty prints decorating the walls. When, we entered we were the only ones there. As the time progressed, a lot of young people and business professionals came in. Service was good and we have our standard order: California rolls and shrimp tempura rolls. Both were fresh and very tasty. There is a sauce on the shrimp tempura roll, which was good, but different than other restaurants that I have been served this roll before. My other granddaughter had chicken fried rice. It was a huge portion and tasted delicious. Be prepared to pay a little more for your sushi. Two rolls cost about $12.00. They also charge for tea. You can order a variety of sushi or sashimi. The sushi bar has a large number of seats, so you can watch the chef prepare your dinner. It is definitely a young professional vibe, but we were welcomed and taken care of. The sushi and service were good and I will definitely be back. read more

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We found this place as a mistake. We wanted to go to Maki in Rockville, but I accidentally typed in this place:/ We were already there, so we decided to go in. I got the tuna poke bowl and it was tasty. I liked it very much, but I felt like the portion size was too small. It came in a small bowl. It had seaweed salad, tuna, and rice. I got brown rice instead of white and it cost an additional dollar. The service was good and the girl was attentive to our needs. Also, they were pretty friendly. Not a bad choice. You just have to find meter parking and the parking can be a hassle. read more

To hear 'To Go' can make a big difference on your Sushi experience is not what I believe. I would state more effort should go into the TG orders so one would be inclined to return & dine in...unfortunately it didn't & won't happen here. Once the Sushi arrived home it was not a good look in presentation nor taste. & the difficulty in trying to transfer from container to plate was unnecessary. My order was simply all Veggies & still disappointing. My Gal Pal's Sushi selections - the Red Dragon & Maki Rolls were so saturated with Spicy Sauce she couldn't enjoy her food, yet was content with the Happy Salmon Roll. The good thing is not having to provide my Credit Card information over the phone & being able to pay in person. Overall a negative experience that will keep me visiting the other Maki restaurant located in the opposite direction on Wisconsin Avenue underneath the Trader Joe's. read more

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This is GREAT for a lunch spot!! I'm always really nervous about trying new sushi places. I had received recommendations to try this place out for lunch because of their lunch deal: 2 rolls for $8.50! I orders the spicy tuna roll and spicy salmon roll, spring rolls, and a miso soup. I was pleasantly surprised at how good this was!! The spring rolls were great too. Definitely looking forward to coming back for lunch takeout and trying more of their rolls read more

Maki Maki - Spicy tuna roll, spicy salmon roll - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

We just ordered food from them and it was delivered by Uber. We ordered the rainbow Maki, spring rolls, and sashimi appetizer. The sashimi appetizer smelled like rotting fish as soon as you opened it. We called the restaurant to complain and the person on the phone said so sorry and did nothing. Obviously will not be eating there again. read more

Loved this cute sushi and noodle spot. I'll come back again to try their noodles. Lunch Special I thoroughly enjoyed the lunch special here. I prefer a Philadelphia roll and an eel avocado roll. The special is definitely a bargain - you get 6 pieces per roll so you're not left starving! The sushi is good, nothing too exciting, but good quality We came in on a cold day so I ordered a miso soup to warm me up, which was delightful. I also ordered a seaweed salad, which was HUGE! I think my hungry self got ahead of myself as this was probably too much food. Next time I'll only get it if others want to split My friends ordered the noodles and a bento box, and those were also mouthwatering. I'll probably need to try the noodles next time!! Service Friendly and helpful service. Our waitress was super nice and even offered to split our checks by item, which made a big difference in not doing math or people paying too much. Ambiance Relaxing ambiance. I loved all the light in there. Final Verdict For Bethesda, this is a great work lunch option if you're craving sushi or noodles read more

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This is a straight up corner lunchtime sushi joint. I mean, who else is going to come here other than those who work or go to school in the immediate vicinity? The lunch special is where it's at. For about $8, you get 2 "basic" rolls. I'm not talking sophistic Dragon Lion King roll. You get real simple rolls that take 5 seconds to make--a small piece of fish wrapped in rice and the toasted sheet of nori seaweed. So if that's what you seek then you're in luck because they're $4 a pop. Service is great/fast and your lunch stomach will be satisfied. It's nothing spectacular, but it's a good lunch spot if you're already in the area for some reason and don't want to spend a lot. read more

Maki Maki - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

Ever wonder what train station sushi goes when it's not sold? To Maki Maki. Oy vey the worst I've ever had. Fish is not fresh. Seaweed salad not fresh. The California roll takes like slippery shrimp that's been dried in the sun for a week. The only thing preventing one star is the friendly, polite staff. read more

Maki Maki - Dry, stale spicy crunchy tuna roll and 3-day old seaweed salad. - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

Ordered Poke take out bowl, not worth the $13, tuna marinated and not tasty, plain rice and a bit of seaweed salad. A total of four ingredients for $13. Skip and go elsewhere, or order a different meal. read more

Maki Maki - Small clam shell of mostly rice. - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

Me and my friends were hungry and in a quick rush to get some food and ended up at Maki Maki, and we were presently surprised. The sushi is really tasty and very fresh! Try the veggie tempura roll! read more

One place did not work out for lunch, but fortunately this place was an arm's through away. So my buddy and I decided on sushi for lunch. We walked in, and noticed this place is pretty small. The staff gave us a warm welcome, and we took seats by the bar area. There, we had good view of all the delicious looking fish. After looking through the menu, I decided on the rainbow roll. This roll has all kinds of seafood on top of rice and miscellaneous veggies. It's lean and tasted great. We ordered a sushi appetizer as well, which was four sushi pieces and was tasty. Once done, we swiped our cards and made our way out. The food was great, and service was decent. read more

Maki Maki - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

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My Mobile Jingle This is a Review on Mobile, on my Mobile App! I'm eating lots of food and doing lots of reviews! If my friends could see me now! I'm posting a review on MOBILE wow! -then there's like 10 minutes of tap dancing -singing in the rain style - ill have to show you later ------ I'm someone who prides themselves on experiencing new cuisine, and adventuring to find new restaurants. When I think of Sushi, I think of Sushi House in Rockville. I know you all just had a ... HUH?! moment. I thought he was talking about Maki Maki. This is a review of Maki Maki afterall. EXCUSE ME SIR ! SIR ! You're reviewing the wrong restaurant. Wait one second- just hear me out. So, when I think of sushi I think of Sushi House in Rockville. Their delicious fresh, large rolls, with the shredded fake crab, just the perfect amount of mayonnaise mixed in. The people are always friendly. Definitely a 5 star sort of place for me. I would even say- a family institution for the B. gang. But I live in Bethesda, so when I want sushi... which is pretty much always- it's annoying to drive all the way up to Rockville. So, I started going to Maki Maki. Inherently, I was like - THIS IS NOT SUSHI HOUSE- MEH ! But, once my brain gave it a chance - I was like - this is damn well near Sushi House and maybe even... on par? GASP! I'm a California Roll sort of guy. Even so much so that I can make my own California rolls. But, since I don't have 2 hours to make dinner each night ( THAT RICE TAKES SO LONG!!) , I dipset- and I'm off to Maki Maki. They even have something that Sushi House doesn't- wasabi shu mai. Delicious shumai in a fried outer deliciousness with a spicy dipping sauce. HELLLOOOO are those good! If I had to put one on top of the other- I would still put Sushi House on top- but that's because of a weird undying loyalty to them. Maki Maki is very GOOD! Especially compared to the options in the area! read more

Maki Maki - Hawaii roll - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

I have nothing bad to say about this place...I love love love it here! I've been here several times now...the food and service just keeps me coming back. Lunch or dinner, no matter what time of day you go the fish here is always fresh and just melts in your mouth. DELICIOUS! I have yet to eat a roll or piece of nigiri here that I haven't liked! My favorites are the smoked salmon nigiri (2 pieces for $3.95), spicy white tuna roll with lettuce ($3.95), and the salmon skin roll ($3.95). The rolls are cut into six, even pieces and you could just taste goodness in every bite. The salmon is smoked nicely, the salmon skin has just the right amount of crunch when you bite into it, and the white tuna is just plain good. NOM NOM NOM. The sushi here is super cheap, but it gets even cheaper at lunch time! Everyday from 11am-3pm they have their lunch menu. Two rolls for $5.95 (you choose from a selection of rolls)...how could you beat that deal?! Their bento boxes are also only $7.95 (comes with 3 pieces of CA roll, salad, and rice). I've tried the sesame beef bento box before, and it is pretty good. The portion size is large enough for another meal. The beef pieces are fried just right, so good! The servers here are always pleasant. They are always attentive and ask you what you want to drink right when you're seated. Most times that I have been here, this place has never been crowded (it's a fairly small restaurant too). I do notice that they always get a steady stream of customers ordering to go here though. They even do delivery! This is my go to sushi place when I'm in Bethesda and even when I'm not in Bethesda. I guess when I'm craving sushi, you'll most likely find me here. Love love love it! read more

Maki Maki - Sushi! - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

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Really good! I ordered Philly roll and spicy tuna to go! Strong wasabi! Great service! Fantastic reasonable price. 22 for three rolls! I'll see you tonight for dinner too! read more

The customer service is horrible. They gave my order to the wrong person and treated my husband as if it was his fault! They could have just said they were sorry and ask how we'd like to handle it but instead they doubted him and refused to credit the order. It took him getting upset before they finally cancelled the order. Once they finally cancelled the charge, they kept the tip I had included! We've have ordered there several times in the past and the food is usually good, but expensive. You'd think they would offer up a little basic customer service for the prices they charge. We will never go there again. read more

Maki Maki is one of our go to lunch spots. It is easy to call in and pick up in 20 minutes. The sushi is always fresh and the lunch special is a great deal - $8.50 for two rolls. I usually get the shrimp avocado and california roll. My one wish is that they invest in a website. It is very confusing for users with a similarly named restaurant down the street. I also have had issues receiving a busy signal on the phone. read more

Maki Maki - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

**3.5 stars** Fresh and delicious sushi at a reasonable price! I ordered the following: - Crazy Maki (I also requested them to make it in a heart shape which was so cute!- not many sushi restaurants do that) - Dynamite roll- crunchy shrimp tempura roll w. avocado with spicy tuna on top - Daki Flying Eel roll (?- cant remember the name exactly)- this was my favorite, it had a whole eel on top with real crab meet and cucumber inside. This was heaven! - Crunchy spicy salmon hand roll- the crunch part was nothing more than panko bread crumbs but still delicious! The warm sake was a great complement to the sushi rolls and the green tea and mango mochi ice- cream was a delicious end to dinner! The service was great, our waiter was extremely attentive and even cleared off our entire table and gave us all new utensils when we were waiting for our last roll. The price is reasonable and parking is easy. There is a parking lot across the street that takes quarters if you do not find parking in the front! I will defintely be back and if sushi and service is consistent, I would bump iti up to 4 stars! read more

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I've been coming here for years. It's never too crowded here and the staff is friendly. It is on the outskirts of downtown Bethesda. It is actually one of the last restaurants you'll encounter heading north on Wisconsin. The parking isn't free most of the time which is a drawback for some. The sushi is decent here. I am not the best judge of that but it is certainly something that always satisfies me. Right now it is still nestled in an area of Bethesda that is older. There is a charm to that. It is rapidly changing. I hope it survives! read more

Maki Maki - Good portions - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

Fresh Sushi Not much ambiance, matter of fact service, good lunch spot or takeout. Parking below. read more

Open early and dine in seating. Hard to find these days! Get any spicy roll it's great! read more

Maki Maki - a variety of sushi on a white plate - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

Tried numerous times with satisfaction, everytime. Always fresh. My go-to spot since i live near, luckily.

Despite Covid, this place is still serving excellent food and generous portions. Ordered the Chirashi, a California roll, Shrimp fried rice, tempura shrimp with rice and salad, miso soup, seafood udon noodle soup, and a 350 ml bottle of Sake for about $85.00, and we will be eating for days. The tempura shrimp and fried rice were in large containers and filled well over the brim. The Chirashi was fresh and yummy, as was the miso soup. Overall, another great experience. read more

This is a hit and miss casual dining spot that carries on a brisk take-out business. Noticing how clean the space was, we started our evening with high expectations, hoping we'd finally found a really good Japanese joint in Bethesda. The sushi platter was well presented with lovely cuts, unusually yummy pickled ginger slices, and a filling variety of flavors. The eel on rice dish delivered tender, savory eel on a bed of simple white rice. The bowl it came in was super hot, making its enjoyment a bit awkward as my fellow diner had to be constantly focused on not burning her hand in case of contact. Perhaps the bowl was too deep? The udon soup was a great disappointment. The broth seemed to be soy sauce based and the chicken, despite being drenched in soup, was dry and unpleasant to chew. I'd consider returning for lunch to try another dish or two if something quick near home was needed, but overall, Maki Maki doesn't have the right recipe to gather much more attention than that. read more

**To the tune of 69 Boyz' 1994 classic, "Tootsee Roll"** Spicy tuna, sake cold Let me get that sushi roll That sushi roll Let me get that sushi roll, That sushi roll, Let me get that sushi roll To the left, to the left To the right, to the right To to the front, to the front To the back, to the back Then I dipped, baby Dipped, baby And yes, I sing these kinds of songs in my head whilst I eat all of the time. I also won a Tootsee Roll contest at the 7th grade school dance and I'm still high off that. I dropped by here for a quick bite the other day and had quite the enjoyable experience. I was in the mood for an in and out experience, much like...oh, let's just say the 69 Boyz. I was lucky enough to find an open meter right off Wisconsin Ave and was able to scrounge up enough change for 30 mins worth of meter love. Luckily, an 3:30pm I was the only person in the restaurant at the time. Not always a sure fire sign of excellent service to come, but I felt the odds were in my favor. I sat at the bar and was helped immediately. I quick scan over the menu and I declared that a Red Dragoon was in order (spicy crunch tuna topped with avocado, tobiko & spicy sauce for $10.95.) The roll came out quickly and packed just the right amount of heat. The rice to fish ratio was also perfect and overall I found the roll delicious and satisfying. It actually filled me up on it's own. When I finished, my check was brought out immediately with an incredibly tasty, milky Japanese candy that I savored as I walked to my car. Nice change up from the typical mint or fortune cookie! Definitely a solid and reasonably priced restaurant for sushi in Bethesda. I will definitely return in the future. read more

Three and a half stars for another Chinese-run sushi joint. Lusciously thick cuts of sashimi. Salmon and white tuna left me with no complaints, and what the red snapper lacked in comparable girth, it more than made up for in length. Insert lewd winky faces here. Wasn't a fan of the bento rice or the vegetable tempura; I prefer a more glutinous grain and less oil-sodden batter. Sesame entrees are more satisfying than teriyaki, with the salmon latter way overcooked by default. Smoked eel bento was filling thanks to the sweetly sauced rice, bean curd pouch, and densely populated salad on the side. I'd be okay with returning for more protein. read more

Maki Maki - L22. Sashimi special. - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

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Getting into the restaurant is a bit confusing because the front door opens right into the dining space so they have it locked. You have to walk around to the back to go in. I think they usually have a sign, but it wasn't up when we went so we kind of just wandered until someone pointed towards the back. My friend and I ordered the red dragon roll and the Vegas roll. It wasn't amazing, but it was good. I've definitely had better sushi, but it's not a bad spot for a quick sushi fix. The restaurant is tiny so I'd avoid prime lunch/dinner hours, but it's worth a visit if you're in the area. read more

Maki Maki - Vegas roll - tuna and avocado - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

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Cheaper than some of my other fav sushi places in the area, for pretty good food. I like how small the place is, and it's never too busy. The food quality isn't exactly 5 star, but it's a good option when you're looking for a casual sushi lunch/dinner. Service isn't their strong suit (mostly forgetful about bringing food and refilling drinks) but they've never been rude or uninviting. As mentioned above, they food is definitely made to order, but they take come short cuts. For example, the California rolls are more imitation crab than avocado. I'm also a fan of cucumber in the roll, which they don't add. Check this place out if you need a low key sushi option. read more

Maki Maki - Spicy crunchy California roll, sweet potato/green bean tempura, and shrimp tempura! - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland

AWESOME PLACE !! I have been coming here for years. great quality. They will work with you to get what you want and they never disappoint! Polite and friendly and easy pick up with phone orders. read more

We took my daughter away from Walter Reed National Medical Center for lunch with us and her son who we've been babysitting while she was in Afghanistan. For anyone who works either at NIH or the military medical center or ambulatory patients in the wounded warrior unit at Bethesda, Maki Maki is extremely convenient 5-10 minute walk and there is a municipal parking lot right across the street which is free on weekends. The sushi and bento boxes were really really good, and the presentations absolutely beautiful (see photos). We picked sushi because my 4y/o grandson asked to try it for lunch. And you can see in the photos he used chopsticks just like us. Our waiter was friendly and funny... No hilarious is a better word! He provided quick friendly service, and explained the menu. The food was delightfully delicious. I love hot tea at Chinese restaurants do I thought why not with Japanese sushi house too, but the green tea had a seaweed taste that I'm not accustomed to. So I don't think I would order the tea again even though it seemed very popular with the other patrons. They even have lunch specials on the weekends which is usually unheard of at Chinese restaurants. This is definitely a place I would frequent if I lived nearby. If time allows the next time I'm at the military medical center I will stop for lunch. read more

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I've been coming here for years. Rolls are bigger and cheaper than what you'd usually find around here. I love the Californian roll and the Phoenix roll, you can get full on sushi for around $10 if you order the lunch combo. read more

Maki Maki's one of those places that you just drive by and not realize it's there until someone points it out....well I'm pointing it out now to all you yelpers out there who like sushi. This place is small, cozy, cute, and best of all...it's cheap! Lunch specials (includes weeneds) is 2 rolls for 6 dollars!! Yea you heard me right...2 rolls for 6 dollars!!! They don't skimp out on the size or the amount of fish either. I know that I order 2 rolls and a miso soup and I'm barely making it out of my meal alive. The other awesome thing about this place is their Salmon Combo (not sure if this is the exact name of the dish). Essentially it's salmon nigiri and salmon sashimi for 17 bucks. The salmon slice they provide you is pretty fresh and it's falling off the rice because the size of the fish overwhelms the rice! OM NOM NOM NOM So now you know it's cheap and it's good...how about service? Service is hit or miss. Sometimes they are extremely fast and efficient and then there are the times where there can be no one in the restaurant and you're waiting for a while. Overall I think it's fine and really doesn't have any impact to my sushi experience. On a random side note, check out their lucky cats =D They have a whole bunch of them behind the sushi bar. read more

Maki Maki - Japanese Near Me - Bethesda, Maryland