The environment in there was great! Nice lighting and a karaoke place upstairs. The food was solid,…read moreand the portion was huge. The staff was very friendly and quick! There's games to play too! I recommend!

A hidden gem! I came here on a Thursday night and just beat the dinner rush. I ordered the braised…read morebeef noodles and it was so good. It wasn't spicy, but there was chili oil on the table in case you wanted more. The beef was so tender and just melted in your mouth! The eggs were also wonderful. I think this restaurant is still pretty new, so they're still working out their kinks. My server was extremely nice and friendly, but the service was a little slow because of the amount of people. The environment in the restaurant makes up for it though, especially the Pokemon on the TV. Will definitely be back!

Definitely a spot I was sleeping on, but not anymore…read more I'll admit, Hana Japanese Restaurant was completely off my radar for way too long, but now it's the only place I'll go for sushi. Once you find your spot, you find your spot. Fair warning: walking in for the first time, the place looks almost too small to be legit. But don't let that fool you. Most nights it picks up and you realize pretty quickly this spot is the real deal. The rolls here are just consistently good. I have yet to have a bad one, and at this point I've had enough to say that with confidence. Our table almost always orders the Diamond Roll (teriyaki steak on top, yes, really), and I have zero photos to prove it because it disappears within seconds of hitting the table. Every time. My personal go-to's are the Tomo and the 007 Roll, both of which I'll be ordering until further notice. I recently branched out and tried the Oceanside Roll, which was a really refreshing change of pace. Glad I stepped outside my comfort zone on that one. Service is solid. Nothing flashy, but they're polite, attentive, drinks stay filled, and in all my visits they've never once gotten an order wrong. Honestly, that consistency goes a long way. We also tried the crab rangoons. They're fine, decent, not mind-blowing, but the dipping sauce that comes with them is surprisingly spicy. A little unexpected, but it works in its own way. If you've been sleeping on Hana like I was, wake up.

Excellent, authentic tonkotsu ramen. The chasu pork wasn't pork belly, but it was seasoned and…read morecooked well. Will be back.

Quite possibly not just the worst sushi, but the worst food I've ever had in my life! The young…read morewoman in front was friendly and seemed nice, but had zero knowledge about the food. She called the sushi "chef" (that's a stretch in this case!) several times to answer questions. I asked if there were any spicy rolls, and he suggested a few, but they all contained imitation crab, which I find unappetizing. I finally settled on a Spicy Salmon Roll and a Soft Shell Crab Roll. I also ordered a Miso Soup. The Miso Soup arrived first, and it was a very watered-down version of Miso Soup with no umami. I stopped and pushed it aside after a couple of spoonfuls. The rolls arrived, and I was about to ask for wasabi and pickled ginger when I noticed these little pre-packaged plastic bags of wasabi and pickled ginger. I should have left then . . . a big mistake to stay. I started on the Spicy Salmon Roll. One bite and I knew I wouldn't enjoy it. I've never tasted such a mediocre take on sushi rolls. I ate two pieces because I was hungry, but it was all I could stomach. I looked at the Soft Shell Crab Roll and noticed that it contained imitation crab. I called the young woman over, and of course, she went and got the "chef". I told him that I didn't recall seeing imitation crab in the description of the roll on the menu. He said he'd make me a fresh batch without the imitation crab. The replacement roll came, and there were little red bits of something sprinkled on top of each slice. I called the young woman over and asked her what it was. She insisted that it was tobiko. Honey, I'm from California, and I know tobiko when I see it. This ain't tobiko. I gave her the benefit of the doubt. Again, another big mistake. I took a bite and quickly spat it out because my chest suddenly felt constricted. I started coughing, and tears began streaming down my face. My mouth felt like there had been a chemical explosion, and I had trouble breathing. I called the girl over again and, with a raspy voice, asked her what was in the roll. Of course, she called the "chef", and instead of answering my question, he told me he would refund me for the roll. My curiosity got the better of me. I was pretty certain it was the little red bits of "tobiko" that caused the reaction I had, so I scraped them off the next roll and removed the piece of soft shell crab, ate it, and it was fine. I braved myself and took a bite of the roll with the "tobiko", and had the same reaction as before. That was it. I'd had enough of this wannabe sushi joint. I gathered my things, told the young woman this was the worst food I've ever had, and left. That was such a frightening experience. The pain in my chest subsided after an hour or so, but my voice remained raspy for the rest of the day. I will never go back and wouldn't recommend this place to my worst enemy. How this place garnered 4.4 stars is beyond me. Giving it 1 star is being overly generous!

Delicious sushi for a good price, and located close to my home. Perfect for a lunch date or take…read moreout at home! My husband and I stopped in a few months ago, and we enjoyed it so much that we did take out for New Year's Eve. We chose Tree City, Yummy, Dragon, and Mini Volcano rolls. Don't skip out on this absolute gem!

Fabulous. Everything fresh, plentiful and tasty. So many things on the AYCE menu. Tons of options…read more Soups salads appetizers, ramen, teriyaki oh yeah and SUSHI. Like a billion different rolls all of them are GREAT. The Philly roll is a standout. As was the Madison roll. The price was very reasonable. Great service too. Will return

Was hungry after touring 2 Frank Lloyd Wright sites and felt like sushi so I was happy I had…read morebookmarked Sake Sushi. Located on the West side of Madison, and I was already half way there. The neighborhood is nice and Sake Sushi is located in a small plaza, however I almost missed it since it is located on the side of the plaza and was not visible from the street. Inside I found an interesting mix of decor, it seems like a traditional Asian restaurant with white linen tableclothes and also some very modern touches including neon strip lighting along the ceiling and a variety of light fixtures. Overall a bit of a mishmash that would be better if they picked one style and stayed with it. I got there in the late afternoon so the place was empty at first, I was seated and given the menu which allows you to fill out what you want. The menu is fairly similar to other AYCE sushi places I have been at. Of note is that at dinner you can order up to 15 pieces of sashimi without an extra charge. I ordered a nice selection of sashimi, some sushi, a couple of different maki rolls, the salmon skin salad and the seafood soup. Interestingly the sashimi and sushi came out first, then the maki rolls, then the soup and salad. The sashimi was very good, fresh with nice sized pieces; the nigiri sushi had a nice portion of seafood to rice. I was a bit disappointed with the seafood soup, just a bit under seasoned and too much bean sprouts. The salmon skin salad was excellent with nicely roasted smoked salmon skin mixed with a bit of eel sauce, delicious, crunchy and one of my favorites that you don't see everywhere. I also enjoyed the scallops sashimi, large fresh raw scallops with a nice delicate flavor and texture. The maki rolls were good as well, nicely sized with plenty of filling. I did really enjoy the Super Lobster Roll with shrimp tempura, cucumbers, avocado then topped with lobster salad; the lobster salad was a nice treat, although I think it was made with lagostino lobsters it was still tasty. I also liked their version of spider roll, the soft shell crab was crispy and flavorful. I enjoyed my meal at Sake Sushi, dinner was $30 for all you can eat. The sushi and sashimi were very good, of course not quite the same quality as the best sushi bars but pretty close. Service was good and there are plenty of choices, including noodle dishes, fried rice, hibachi and tempura. The decor is a bit of a miss, but nothing that will keep you from enjoying your meal. Well worth a try if you are hungry and feel like some sushi and Japanese food.

Great sushi! Great prices. No complaints. Staff was very friendly. I'll definitely be backread more

This was a surprising find in the area…read more Ambience: the restaurant looks like a little house from the outside, so it may be easy to miss, but the inside is quaint and cozy. Outdoor seating is nice on a warm evening. Service: prompt and friendly. Nothing fancy, but just fine. Food: we all liked our food. We had a variety of sushi, sashimi, and sides. Again, nothing fancy, but solid sushi if you're in the area. We would come back for sure.

The space is unassuming and yet the food is wonderful. The food is fresh and the owner is so…read morefriendly. He makes the food right in front of you and is so fast. I came about a month ago and stopped again. Got the the tuna lovers bowl. The portions are huge.

Dependable and fantastic. I haven't been since before Christmas, but this rating is long overdue…read more The Mayflower appetizer is a must. Service is fair but employees are experienced and consistent. Great food, ambiance is a bit stale. I wouldn't take anyone that I wanted to stay in the space for long, but the food is wonderful!

The best elevated sushi spot in Madison. A reservation is needed to dine here…read more Fish here is high quality by Midwest standards. I think the standout thing here is the specialty rolls. The rolls are big, the rice is soft, and are stuffed to the brim with fish and various toppings. The Salmon Lover roll is my favorite and I always order it, alongside with whatever seasonal rolls intrigue me. Drinks here are really good as well - I recommend the Always Sunny and the Lychee Martini if you enjoy a sweet cocktail :)

I placed my order well in advance for an 8:30 p.m. pickup, which should have given the restaurant…read moremore than enough time to prepare four sushi rolls. Despite that, my order wasn't ready until 9:00 p.m. What was even more disappointing than the delay was the complete lack of customer service. No one apologized, offered an explanation, or acknowledged that I had been waiting. Delays can happen, but how a business responds makes all the difference. Unfortunately, this experience left me with the impression that customer service is simply not a priority here. That being said. The sushi was great.

Muramoto Hilldale seems to have a great selection of sushi rolls, but they also have authentic…read moreJapanese dishes like katsu curry rice. I ordered lunch and got two chef's choice rolls with miso soup. Everything was really good, and the miso soup had a nice, rich dashi flavor. The desserts were honestly a highlight. The matcha crème brûlée was rich and perfectly balanced, and the lychee sorbet was super refreshing with real lychee pieces inside -- really high quality. Definitely recommend trying dessert here. The staff were super friendly and really attentive, which made the whole place feel comfortable and welcoming. Overall, a great spot with a nice balance of quality food and atmosphere. Highly recommend!

This place used to be tasty and fun. I don't know if it's a change in ownership or what, but I can…read moreno longer abide the vibe and pace. I've tried it out a few times since they (seemingly) transitioned and today solidified that it's no longer worth going to. Today's lunch was served slowly, with poor timing from the kitchen, and little interest from waitstaff. I finished my entree before my husband's even came to the table. There were only 3 other diners in the restaurant. There appeared to be at least 4 servers and 4 cooks working. The waitstaff sat in the bar folding napkins and talking. I understand needing to do side work. I do not understand bringing two diners their meals 15 minutes apart. The food itself was just ok.