This was a really great lunch spot on a sunny Saturday in Portland. I was able to score some happy hour deals from 11-12 and opted for the Mrs Tuna cocktail with was delicious and super fun. I think the wine selections are also great prices without having a happy hour price tag so i went for a nice white to pair with my rolls. It was hard deciding which maki rolls to get, everything sounded amazing and the servers were great with answering any questions. I ended up going with the halibut, salmon teriyaki, and tuna mango. i wanted to try a variety and i think the prices are great for the quality and fun options you can get. The rolls are a great size so one person can definitely eat 3 of the regular size maki's like i did. I really like the bar seating so i could watch the magic happen while i relaxed and ate my rolls. I'm usually not a soy sauce person but there's is phenomenal and i'm not sure how they are doing that! It was cool to see Mr Tuna (the chef who started this place) behind the bar at noontime working! I always think that goes to show how passionate this place is with great leadership. Everything was so fresh and tasty. To end the server told me about the special toastie they had and i knew i had to try it. This was sourdough ice cream with a maple pecan crumble and wow!!!!!! I can't believe i almost skipped dessert here because that would have been a huge regret. It was so good with the crunchy sweet hawaiian roll and then the cold ice cream inside. I definitely recommend getting whatever special they have that day since it seems to be a fun spin on there original toasty. I actually can't wait to come back and try some other rolls, as it seems like they are always keeping up with what's fresh and what the chef wants to be creative with! read more

Mr. Tuna - Mrs Tuna cocktail - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

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I really toiled with this review. I wanted to be big in Mr. Tuna going into the experience - a lot of folks that I know are really into it. I enjoy the handrolls from their food truck! We rolled in and got a seat right away, which was awesome. The staff were friendly and helpful! As for the food - I'll start with the food stuff. The Tuna de Tigre was REALLY good!! And the ice cream toastie, which had been highly recommended, was very good and unique! As for the disappointing - my main complaint was with the sushi rolls... I was bothered that the sushi was essentially standard roll, one that I can get at other sushi restaurants, with a squirt of a sauce for an extra like 5 or 6 dollars. I always very disappointed with the tuna nachos. They sounded and looked appealing but lacked anything that really made me want to order them again. All in all, I liked it - but it left something to be desired in my opinion. I think going forward, Mr. Tuna will be reserved for Tuna de Tigre and Ice Cream Toasties (and the Handrolls form their food trucks at concerts and festivals)! read more

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We've been waiting to try this for a while now. Finally we got to give it a try. Cute spit, and easy to find. Parking can be challenging but not bad Food quality is top notch, albeit a bit pricey but taste, service and friendliness make up for it. read more

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I was sooo excited about this place because the chef was a JB semi-finalist and the branding really sold me. Very underwhelming and expensive, like others have mentioned. We ordered a small subarashii don and a couple of maki rolls. I did not realize how small their small really was, but safe to say, we were still hungry after. I felt like everything was just ~okay~ and the fish did not taste that fresh to me. I was definitely expecting more from this place being so close to the water, and especially for the price you're paying. read more

Mr. Tuna - Small subarashii don - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

I want to start off by noting I am not a sushi fan. My husband is so I went in knowing I'd have a hard time with finding something that I would like. We started with the edemame with the spicy salt. Oh my gosh!! The salt they make needs to be bottled and sold! It was so good!! The waitress said it was a mix of garlic and maybe dried wasabi. It was so good with a punch of wasabi that would sneak up and get you. We ordered a kale salad and it was very good too. My husband had a few different hand rolls and said each one was good except for the special tuna one. He did not like that one at all. I got the all dressed up tuna and it was pretty good. I love the crunch from the crispy garlic. It did have a sneaky punch from the jalapeños which was unexpected but good. read more

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Laid-back sushi restaurant with really creative flavor combos and great cocktails. Mr. Tuna is worth the extra steps as it's just a bit outside of the main downtown area near the end of middle street. All of the food was really good and pretty fairly priced, but the Tuna de Tigre should not be missed. What we ate: - Tuna de Tigre (must get) - Blackbeard's Delight (very good) - Halibut (unique) - Tuna Gochujang (simple but really good) - Tuna Mango (good, not great) - Vanilla/Miso Caramel Ice Cream Toastie (must get) read more

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PLEASE NOTE: This review is for the mobile sushi bar/food cart. It seems that the reviews and photos here are for both the Mr Tuna restaurant (83 Middle St) AND the Mr Tuna mobile sushi bar/food cart (location varies, but usually somewhere in Portland: Eastern Prom, Thompson's Point, etc.). I think that's very confusing and misleading; they are two different experiences, locations, and menus so they should be two different listings. After being open for nearly ten years, I finally got to try the hand rolls. Meh. Nearly $10 for two bites of mostly an unpleasantly tough nori wrapper? I don't get the hype. I appreciated that there were three vegan options (sweet potato described as "the usual flavors", teriyaki mushroom described as "sweet and familiar", and veggie described as "interesting and umami" from the person working the cart), but... I'm all set. (With the mobile food bar anyway, I'm still very interested in trying the actual restaurant especially with a couple of people recently shouting out their spicy crunchy avocado maki and avocado salad.) read more

Mr. Tuna - Teriyaki mushroom hand roll. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

We had an amazing sushi lunch here. It lived up to my expectations and more. We had the multiple maki rolls, sashimi dishes, and the kale salad. Everything was fresh and delicious. The different flavor combos were refreshing and delectable. I highly recommend if you're in the area and looking for quality sushi. This restaurant will definitely not disappoint. We will definitely come again! read more

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What a fun and unique sushi place. The food was fantastic and the service was great. We asked what their favorites were and we tried some of their suggestions. You can get bowls or you can have a maki roll or as a burrito wrapped in seaweed. Their mini cigar options were cute, mini rolls from some options. Full gluten free menu!! You can sit at a table or at the bar. It really is the little things they have. read more

Mr. Tuna - Seaweed salad - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Underwhelming and mediocre. I was excited to try because the reviews were so good but very disappointed. Ordered 3 hand rolls to go. Upon opening, they looked pretty measly and sad. The only notable one was the spicy scallop and crab, with good flavors. The aburi toro and spicy salmon were very meh. Texture of fish was lacking and had minimal flavors. Spicy tuna maki felt like grocery store sushi. Considering this was Portland I was expecting high quality and fresh fish. This definitely did not feel like that. read more

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Bless for Mr Tuna, probably the best sushi I have had in New England. It's surprising to me how this little store in Portland ME can outcompete the sushi options in major cities like Boston. The price point is appropriate for the quality of food you receive. The dining experience is also lovely as the store is warm and inviting. Our server was attentive, helpful with ordering, and overall I left feeling more than satisfied. read more

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Finally got to dine in! I've always gotten Mr. Tuna for take out (even got Ubereats to my delivery room). The last time I did get Mr. Tuna was about a year ago. I was a little nervous, seeing the recent reviews but the quality and experience of my meal exceeded my expectations. The different tuna cuts were melt in your mouth and the amount of rice was just enough. We sat at the bar which was cozy and it wasn't too busy for an early Saturday. My all time favorite menu item is the potato salad with added ikura! The creaminess of the potato and the saltiness from the ikura go perfectly together. Get the spicy aburi don maki! You won't regret it. There's happy hour and sometimes they'll do a random lunch special. I suggest following their instagram page (mr.tuna_maine). Really great sushi. Definitely on the pricier side since you are paying for the quality, as well as creativity, but worth it! read more

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We arrived at Mr. Tuna on a Saturday at about 4:00/4:15 as they do not take reservations and we wanted to beat the dinner rush. There are probably only five or six tables, and they were all full when we arrived, so we happily sat at the bar. It's a casual atmosphere, brightly lit and super clean. Service was prompt, attentive, and poised without being intrusive. It's lovely to go to a place that is properly staffed, which is a difficult metric to reach in the post-COVID era. This was without exaggeration the best sushi I have ever had. I am vegan, and my husband is not, but we both had plenty to choose from. Anything I wasn't sure about, I Googled or asked our server. I started with the avocado salad, which is served with granola, pickled onions, and a light dressing that I didn't even realize was there until I got to the bottom of the oyster shell-shaped bowl. This was one of the most perfectly paired salads I've had. The creaminess and nutty flavor of the avocado against the sweet, crunchy granola with the tangy, moist/crunchy pickled onions nearly made me delirious with delight. I ordered two maki rolls: the Sweet Potato Roll and the Spicy Crunchy Avocado Roll with Sriracha Sauce. Out of habit, I picked up the interesting-shaped glass bottle containing the soy sauce and poured a little into a condiment bowl, but wisely decided to taste the maki rolls before dipping them into it. They didn't need it at all. However, I felt guilty for pouring soy sauce out, and then my husband informed me that they make their own, so of course I had to try it. It is nothing like what you buy in the stores. It wasn't the least bit salty, and it was a light enhancement to already perfect maki rolls. My husband had the tuna special sashimi which included, I believe, four different types of tuna. This was an unusual choice for him, but it had received such high marks with reviewers that he wanted to try it, and it did not disappoint him. I can't speak in more detail than that, but he did order two additional maki rolls: Spicy Crunchy Shrimp and Spicy Scallop & Crab. He said they were the best sushi he has ever had. We live just a little over two hours away, but I can see us driving back to enjoy dinner here again. read more

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This was the place on my Portland bucket list and it lived up to the hype. I got the Mr. Tuna in a sushi burrito and it was everything I could want and MORE. The fish was nice and fresh and everything complimented each other well. The service was impeccable. I'd recommend this spot if you're ever in the area! read more

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The service, the food, the thoughtful details all came into play. Sat at the sushi bar with my 14 yr old son and ate well and loved every bite. Our first experience eating in Portland surely did not disappoint!!! We will be back soon read more

Mr. Tuna - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Super fresh and creative sushi! The sushi burrito was jam packed with flavor. The lobster hand roll was my favorite - it melted in your mouth. The ice cream toastie was a sweet finish, although I wish it had more miso caramel flavor or maybe serve it as a dipping sauce on the side? The soy sauce was some of the sweetest I've had, which was kinda weird but not bad. The drinks were decent but seemed weak and small for the price. Intimate place (we sat at the sushi counter) with fine service. Worth checking out if you like sushi and are in Portland. read more

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Alex was a great waitress, attentive and friendly (but I did get another guest's bill initially). I had the miso soup and three hand rolls. Everything was fresh and tasty, as expected. I do agree with other reviews, for the price and hype, portions of fish in hand rolls could be a bit larger, but the flavors were good. I heard other patrons mention the restaurant will post specials and off menu items on their instagram occasionally too. read more

Mr. Tuna - Hand rolls- spicy shrimp, spicy salmon and tuna mango - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Come for the sushi but stay for the toasties because that thing is insane. INSANE. Several months later I still remember taking a bite of the vanilla + miso caramel toastie on a Hawaiian roll and having all of the feels. It's sweet and warm and salty and cold. The best of all of the worlds. A meal in itself...make sure you make room to enjoy. I shared it with a friend. Generally, I really liked the vibes at Mr. Tuna and the staff was very sweet. The sushi was great and fresh tasting. In addition to the Maine crab; I had a traditional roll I also enjoyed. Mrs. Tuna cocktail was also nice. The toastie, however, has my whole heart. 10/10 recommend! read more

Mr. Tuna - Vanilla + Miso Caramel ice cream toastie - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

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This place was phenomenal. Great drinks, rolls were pretty good, the poke was sooooo good. But overall the best part of this entire meal was the dessert. I dream of that corn and blueberry dessert. Soooo good. read more

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Stopped in just after 6 on a Thursday! No reservations but we were able to get 2 seats at the sushi bar! This was our first visit but won't be our last. We chose several of the current specials We had: Toro Takuan Maki-special Smoked Eel Maki-special Spicy Scallop & Crab Maki Subarashii Don-special Everything was fantastic!! Service was awesome and the atmosphere was great! read more

Mr. Tuna - Spicy scallop and crab, smoked eel and toro takuan rolls - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

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My boyfriend and I came here and we were really impressed with the quality of the fish. Friendliest staff we've encountered in Portland, Maine. For drinks I got the guava toastie milk punch, it had a unique flavor but it had just the right amount of sweetness. We got the seared salmon teriyaki roll, it had really good flavors. We got the tuna tasting special and the server explains the order of fattiness of the tuna. It was interesting to taste the differences between them. Finally, we got the torched halibut and this was probably my favorite roll. We sat outdoors, but it looked really chill inside as well. read more

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Overall, great food, cute spot, fair price. We made a reservation via Resy but when we arrived, the host stated she could not find our res, though, I saw my Resy image on her tablet. There was an odd exchange as if she wanted us to leave? Then she made it feel like we were inconveniencing her to be seated for a reservation we had that evening. Not a great start to the experience to say the least. Thankfully the food, staff helped recover the experience. Everything was delicious. We had the Edamame, lobster roll, Philly roll, teriyaki roll, and a Roll that had hatch chili on it! They also make their own soy sauce. The serving staff was great and attentive but not annoyingly so - the perfect balance. Overall for four rolls, an app, some adult beverages + tip was $100 --- cheap for the quality grade sushi for the night! read more

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Good quality sushi place. What I liked: - Very fast seating and attentive servers...but not overly-attentive if you know what I mean. - Good quality salmon sushi Things that distracted from the experience: - not sure I understand the wisdom of the los water glasses. - the haddock role seemed more filler than haddock..which is a cheap enough fish, one can go a bit more generous I think - the large salmon Don was tasty, but a bit pricy for salmon. read more

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Great little spot for awesome sushi! There were 4 of on Friday 10/25/24. We knew there were other places we wanted to go so we just had small snacks and cocktails. I had the super crunch burrito and I am pretty sure I moaned audibly it was so good. Our service was great and we enjoyed everything about it. Highly recommend!! read more

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Such a great spot- once you walk in you can smell how fresh all the ingredients are. We went during lunch and it slowly got more packed. The Mr Tuna roll was the best! The inside gives 70's Retero vibes. Great sushi spot for lunch or dinner ! read more

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Enjoyable spot in Portland, Maine. Was able to accommodate our baby and had a great meal! It's a casual spot and the servers were super attendant. Will be a spot I go whenever we're in Maine. read more

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Given this place 3 chances before this review. But it just misses the mark every time for me. The quality of the fish and Uni is amazing, so I can absolutely give a ton of credit and praise for the quality. I've ordered sushi to go, and eaten in 3x now. The sushi to go was fine, it was decent, quality again is there but somewhat unimagined. The dressed scallop, was begging for more citrus. I asked for a lime, adding that lime made it significantly better. Quality again, outstanding in terms of the scallops. The pours of sake were smaller than they should be at the time, but when I went yesterday they had rebalanced and it was a normal size pour. The issue is the staff. They are slow, the polar opposite of hardworking and don't pay attention. I noted I had an allergy to sesame seeds, and cross contamination was not an issue. I ordered the spicy salt for the edamame and it contains sesame seeds.. the entire dish was filled with them. I noticed as I have learned previously to not trust the waitstaff at this establishment as this is now the 3rd time service is abysmal. There was a mild apology and then a "I told them" but they removed it as they should but no one acknowledged that it was removed or anything. The restaurant had 4 people in it, so there's really no excuse. It takes forever to get any kind of help. James Beard semi finalist or not, I'd stay away if you value good service and your time, plenty of other quality places to visit that appreciate the customer experience and provide good service. read more

Sushi was very good as was our service. A tad pricey, but I would return to try other items. read more

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This place was not our first choice, but we were starving and didn't want to wait over an hour to be seated at the other restaurants we wanted to go to. The service was really friendly, and the food was decent. I have a severe onion allergy, and couldn't use their soy sauce because they make it with onion, so my sushi was quite bland. The other people in my party said their food was good, but nothing exceptional, especially for the price. I'm not sure we would return, but it was a nice experience regardless. read more

Mr. Tuna - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Very fresh fish and worth the stop. So much variety and such a fun restaurant. Our server was so kind and helpful. read more

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I just got the Mango Tuna roll and a seaweed salad and both were amazing. The sushi was very fresh and perfectly prepared. The service was exceptional. I let them know I was in a hurry and they accommodated and make it easy for me. The ambience is also very chill. read more

Our experience was ok, the miso soup, dessert, and spicy tuna rolls were good, but the other stuff just wasn't it. The menu just had weird rolls and didn't have the classic ones everyone likes (California, Celtics roll). Yosaku is much better. read more

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Let's start on a positive note, which is the ambiance and atmosphere that Mr Tuna has meticulously crafted. Mr Tuna's small and intimate location has clearly dedicated a significant amount of time and attention to their aesthetic: glowing neon signs, clean blonde wood, soft and rosy lighting, and cookbooks scattered throughout the room create a modern and upscale environment. The graphic design of the Mr Tuna brand is also impeccably fitting and this cannot be denied. They have, to a tee, absolutely knocked it out of the park in terms of image. Their menus and website feature neat, fine-line work that further establish their clean and endearing aesthetic. It was a cold and rainy night on the streets of Portland, rivers running through gutters and puddles collecting in every dip in the sidewalk. My party of two entered Mr Tuna with a vision: a warm cup of sake on a dreadful September night. The only hot sake offered at Mr Tuna is a whopping $28, and to be honest, it was not worth the price. Now, I will take full blame for this subpar order. As neither of us had ever tried sake, we really didn't know what to expect, nor did we have anything to compare it to. The sake was warm, yes, and served in those dainty ceramic cups, but the drink itself was somewhat flavorless, only noticeable when we experienced a faint and unpleasant taste of alcohol at the back of the throat, making us shudder and wince at our first sips. Again, my own fault. Nonetheless, we charged forward with our orders, beginning with appetizers of edamame and seaweed salad, and splurging on the spicy garlic seasoning added to the edamame for an extra dollar. This topping certainly stays true to its namesake, spicy and garlic-y as it was, but the edamame (brace yourself) was served cold, something I have never experienced nor do I wish to again. Furthermore, the seasoning was only sprinkled atop the edamame, and as such, the pods just below the surface were not only lacking in seasoning and salt, but they were cold. Cold, I tell you! Cold, bland, edamame made up the majority of the bowl. Then, the seaweed salad. Rather than the stringy, algae-like seaweed typically found in seaweed salad, Mr Tuna used seaweed sheets similar to what you might see floating in miso soup. Creative liberties were indeed taken, and with this I have no qualms. However, I could not help but wonder, where was the flavor?? That briny, umami sauce was nowhere to be found, leaving only a sad and tasteless bowl of limp kelp covered in sesame seeds. Now, onto sushi, the main event. We ordered three maki rolls: spicy crunchy shrimp, spicy scallop and crab, and tuna shishito. Each roll comes with six individual pieces, allowing for parties to mix-and-match and try multiple rolls at once without committing to massive portions. We found the pricing to be rather agreeable ($29 for 18 bites), but the sushi itself left more to be desired. The shrimp roll was average; it didn't blow either of us away, but it also didn't disappoint. However, I have had spicy crunchy shrimp rolls in the past that have taken up residence in my mind, establishing themselves as permanent memories that draw me back to their respective restaurants to relive once again. This was not the case here. The tuna shishito, of which we had high hopes for, was underwhelming. The shishito is served shredded and fried atop the sushi itself, and fails to make its presence known. It felt more like a plain tuna roll with an odd garnish rather than an equal partnership of flavors between the fish and the pepper. The scallop and crab is what saved this maki roll line-up. The combination is unique and simple, allowing the shellfish to take center stage without promising or trying to be anything more. Out of all three, this is the only roll of which we ate every piece. We ended our meal with an ice cream toastie: a scoop of vanilla ice cream wrapped in a miso-caramel pancake-like dough. This desert was warm and sweet, and helped us to forget the underwhelming dishes we had before. Mr Tuna in and of itself is not a bad restaurant--the chef/owner was recently named one of the best chefs of the year by Food & Wine magazine--but there is certainly room to be improved at this establishment. Here's the thing, Portland is a food city located directly on the water, meaning it does seafood well. There is no reason to not have the freshest catch, and when the fish and shellfish are already top-notch, the quality of the meal comes down to what you do with it. My date and I walked away from the sushi bar feeling that Mr Tuna was doing a little too much with not enough pay off. While innovation and creativity is always appreciated, sometimes, simplicity is better. Let the ingredients speak for themselves, and don't serve cold edamame. read more

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My friends and I visited Mr. Tuna for a late lunch before the sunset mailboat cruise on Casco Bay. Though this is a popular place, the ambiance was quiet at 3:00 on a Friday in September. Our server was delightful and knowledgable, describing and recommending menu options. We ended up ordering the Mr. Tuna and the Torched Halibut makis, along with Tuna de Tigre and a seaweed salad. Everything was outstanding, fresh and made to order, along with being artistically prepared. We all agreed it might be the best sushi we had ever had. read more

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Good vibe foods very savory and delectable. Top Quality service would highly recommend. read more

Mr. Tuna - The bar - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Went here based on social media recommendations and was a bit disappointed. Though the atmosphere was cute and it was very busy, the food didn't live up to the prices. We ordered a variety of maki, and the standout favorite was the Mr Tuna. Pros: - service was great - decor was cute, including the bathrooms - fish was obviously high quality Cons: - seasoning was lacking, most rolls and seaweed salad was bland - flavor combinations were sometimes very strange and didn't quite work - indoor seating was chilly read more

Service: 4/5 Food: 4/5 Value for food: 4/5 Portions: 3/5 the toro tuna had good portions. The $18 Uni had one bite of Uni and the rest was rice Would recommend. read more

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Absolutely delicious sushi! We were able to walk in and get a seat at the bar on Saturday and service, drinks, and food were all great. Great flavor combos in the specialty rolls and they were a pretty decent portion. Looking forward to going back. read more

Mr. Tuna - Sushi Bars Near Me - Portland, Maine

Updated review for their food truck at the Eastern Prom. Ordered their Tuna Tataki hand roll (green chili, pickled onions, avocado, tempura flakes). Was delicious, fresh, and served almost immediately. Quality unmatched. However: the roll was on the smaller/less-filling side, and was $10 each; I'd recommend ordering two. Still: yum! read more

This place is amazing and I'm so happy they were able to open up their own location. The interior is spacious and bright. The vibe is perfect for an easy going lunch or a nice dinner. The menu selection is also something to talk about with so many great options for everyone. If you have a larger party though they won't be able to seat you until all of the party is there we found out. For drinks we got some beers and the my paloma. The drinks here are simple but great and I was surprised how good they were! For food we got the spicy crunchy avocado roll, crab roll, and the spicy salmon roll. The rolls are above average for sushi rolls in the area and there's not much wrong with them. We also got the all dressed up scallop shashimi which was delectable. The flavors balanced so well with the perfect amount of creaminess and spice. We also got the Subaru shoo don bowl which shocked me. These don bowls are packed with such fresh and amazing ingredients. A very unique selections to the menu and if you love sushi you with love these bowls. Finally we also got the Mr. Tuna sushi burrito. These are a unique item that I would highly recommend and they're sold at a great price! The seaweed is a little chewy but perfect at holding everything together. Highly recommend giving this new spot a try. You won't regret it. Will definitely be going back. *this is only our opinion* read more

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