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    Pacific Paradise Asian Bistro

    3.8 (193 reviews)
    ModerateAsian Fusion

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Pad thai
    Angie K.

    I've driven by this place so many times and finally made a point to stop in. I was so glad I did. I ordered far too much food because I just had to try things. I tried some sushi rolls and some pad thai which is my normal go to dish for trying new places. Both of these were delicious. The pad thai was a huge serving that (sushi notwithstanding) ended up being about three servings for me. It took us a while with the menu because we hadn't been to the place before and the selection was pretty extensive. The staff was great about it though and our food came out really quickly. Our server also checked on us periodically and was very friendly. The decor is awesome, it felt a bit more Hawaiian than I expected it to be - ok the name does kind of give that away. It's also a much bigger space than it looks like from the outside with a second room. I will be back to try more things and definitely go back to sample more sushi!

    Priscilla S.

    I was really excited to try Pacific Paradise's $20 Sushi Buffet. It was only available for 12/20 & 12/21. As soon as it opened at 11:30am, there was a line forming. I joined the line and was fortunate to get a booth table. I was still waiting for my family, so I wasn't in a rush. I was offered drinks while the servers were trying to catch up. I was surprised that most didn't know what was going on. I was under the impression that they were not prepared. I waited awhile to get a menu and put in an order. The servers were all patient and kind, so I tried to be patient. When I did order, the miso came out not too long after, but was served lukewarm. I was shocked how small the bowls were, and it tasted like the bottom of the barrel bc it was grainy. The tofu was so tiny and the the seaweed were ground bits? I've never experienced such skimpy miso soup. Then, the food arrived by 12:40pm. I ordered mostly nigiri and 1 roll. I was only allowed to order so much for 2 ppl. But I was surprised how big the pieces were. Everything looked appetizing, but some of the pieces tasted fishy. I wasn't impressed with the quality of the rice either. I know this is a small business, and hate to be critical, but I have to be honest. Despite the advertisement of this $20 buffet, they were not prepared. I wished they had better quality to make the long wait worth it. I didn't order more even though I wanted to bc I knew it would be a long wait, and bc I was turned off by the last piece of the flying roe nigiri. It had a weird aftertaste. Usually, if the sushi is really good, I'd have a visceral feeling and want to savor it. I didn't get that with their sushi. I didn't try their kitchen/ hot food bc it was extra. Unfortunately, I would not be returning.

    Extra surcharge
    Alicia E.

    I had been a frequent diner at Pacific Paradise for 20+ years. The last time we went was awful. Tempura veggie app- cold and greasy. Ordered a variety of sushi rolls. Quality of ingredients was poor. The chicken teriyaki roll in particular tasted rancid. Service- awful. It started when we were given small plates with the appetizers, which we used. They were the only plates we had. Server came to table and scolded us for using the "sushi" plates. She was rude. When I asked if we could just have another set, she huffed off. It was a table of 4 so I'd think they would have enough plates. We all ordered Miso soup, which she forgot and brought after the sushi was served. It was luke warm tasted bad. When we mentioned that the food seemed to have changed she snapped again. The bill came and had a 3% surcharge. I went to the guy who seemed to be the manager and he said it was a credit card charge. I told him we were paying cash so he adjusted the bill. That was nice but, he was sincere, but with poor service and quality of ingredients we won't be back. Learned the original owner retired - new owners. I emailed them the same info- no Response. So I'm posting- it's a real shame this was a great neighborhood place. I might have tried again if my email had gotten a response. It's pretty clear they don't care. Buyer Beware!

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    Konrad J.

    We tried Pacific Paradise on a weekday evening. We were sat quickly and were greeted by our server, who was friendly. There's both booth and table seating, all of which is indoors. There are menus for non-sushi items, then a 8.5x11" paper menu for sushi which the diner can mark with a pencil. We each got a small cup of soup: the miso and a chicken and corn egg-drop. Both were bland and uninteresting; we've had better elsewhere. I'd give them a 2/5. The Japanese steamed dumplings were good; we both decided we'd get them again if we returned. I'd give them a 4/5. I wanted the coconut fried rice, but the coconut is the pre-shredded, dried, and bagged kind instead of fresh and seared, so I opted for the pineapple fried rice instead. It had a good savory-sweet flavor to it, and both the tofu (you can order whichever protein you want) and pineapple were finely chopped, which I enjoyed. I haven't run across that in a Thai fried rice before, and I've had a lot of those dishes. I added raisins to the entree because otherwise the contents would have been pretty paltry with just eggs and the protein. I would have liked to have seen green onions, onions, cashews - anything - added to the mix. The flavor and serving size was a 4/5. My dining companion got the crispy Hawaiian chicken and said he would not get it again. We both agreed it was bland. He gave it a 2/5. Our server said anything on the menu can be made bespoke, and adding raisins to my dish was no issue. Some restaurants take umbrage at modified orders, but Pacific Paradise is fine with it. Overall I'd give the restaurant a 3/5. The soup was bland, but my entree was flavorful, if lacking multiple ingredients. I'd give Pacific Paradise another try, but it wouldn't be my first choice.

    Salmon nigiri, shrimp nigiri
    Brian H.

    I absolutely love this place. When you walk in, it feels like being in Hawaii. It is a very friendly and inviting space with lots of big booths and large tables. Every time I'm here the staff and servers are very friendly and accommodating. Everything I have ordered off of the menu has been delicious. I love going here for their reasonably priced, fresh sushi and hot sake. I will definitely keep this place in mind the next time I have a large event or reception.

    Crunch roll
    Bex R.

    The sushi was decent. The squid salad was weird, decent but not great. The soups were nothing to write home about, egg drop has chicken, vegetable is basically lettuce soup ( who makes lettuce soup) miso had a weird taste. The vegetable tempura and edamame were the best part and the Saki. Oh and the napkins smell like they stayed wet in the washer all night The service was good and fast. Maybe the Chinese food is better :/

    Environment--feels like you're not in NM!
    Nancy S.

    Came here for a casual date night with my honey. 5 things. 1. It's Clean, don't think I stepped foot into a cleaner sushi bar in a while!! And the seating is at torso length at the booths--which I love (I wasn't sinking in my chair) 2. ENVIRONMENT was too adorable. Felt as if I was NOT in Albuquerque. Lol And in a tropical setting! I LOOVED IT!! 3. Server was very attentive, kind, and very communicative and knowledgeable with his menu. I didn't get his name but he did have blonde hair! 4. Pricing is fair. I got sushi as usual and my honey got a teriyaki plate. PRESENTATION was chefs Kiss (they took pride in their work and taste was even better 5. Last but not least. I will be letting everyone know about this place and I hope this review leaves you well with a positive input of trying this place out! It's needs more recognition than deserved

    Vanessa T.

    I heard about their happy hour and I wanted to try it. The menu had a great selection of sushi and appetizers for a great price! We got so much food for the prices on the happy hour menu, it was great! The food was delicious! The only reason why I give this place a 4 star review is because the server was just not understanding anything. It was confusing to her about what we ordered, the order came out wrong and she just didn't seem like she was knowledgeable on the products of the menu. I'm not sure if she was new which is okay, but I would have liked it if she double checked what I wrote and double checked the rolls before it came to our table. Overall, it is a great place to go and I will definitely be coming back!

    Pineapple Boat Beef with fried rice & iced tea

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