This is my second time here and I still love it. Will recommend to reserve a table if you have a…read moreparty of more than 2 as the space is limited. However, I haven't seen people wait too long. I love the options and sushi is very fresh. The ramen is also delicious. The staff is friendly and efficient. The sake selection is great and the price is affordable. I highly recommend to come back to this place if you want an affordable yet quality sushi experience.

I feel like Chiharu is a bit of a hidden gem! Despite its unassuming exterior, I was pleasantly…read moresurprised with how nice my food was. We came on a weeknight and easily snagged seats. The hostess was very kind and accommodating. I have high suspicions this place is owned by Chinese people based on some clues, such as Chinese style noodles on the ramen menu and steamed pork buns as an appetizer. We got the beef noodle soup which was excellent (albeit not expected in a Japanese restaurant!). It was actually a little spicy. Came with lots of beef and a flavorful and rich broth. We got two of the special rolls, Kiss of Fire and (I think) Torched Yellowtail, which were both tasty. No complaints there! For our appetizer we got sashimi salad, composed of strips of several kinds of raw fish (salmon, tuna, white tuna, yellowtail) and some surimi and avocado on top of a bed of greens. There was a ponzu like sauce on the side. Although fresh and not bad tasting, I think this was a bit plain. Overall though, the prices and vibes were good and I'd come back!

This is a go to for us in Brookline with great service, a variety of food and a casual environment…read more It feels like a local Izakaya that I have been to in Japan. You can get a variety of items from Yakitori (grilled meats on a skewer over a hibachi), Kushiyaki (the same with veggies), different types of sushi, tempura and classic hot dishes. You are quickly met at the door and seated and the restaurant. While it's a little bit dated, it is a pub and it is comfortable. The service is super attentive and always prompt. When you seated at the table, you immediately get water and a delicious cabbage salad gratis. You can get a picture of beer for $25 and a great selection of Sake and other cocktails. The food prices are very reasonable for the quality and value that you get. The food is always super tasty with the yakitori served hot. The sushi is fresh and delicious. The grilled salmon with vegetables is wonderful with a nice accompanying savory sauce.

This was my most recent visit of many to Omori Izakaya! The food is consistently delicious and the…read morefish very fresh. We split the salmon don, Alaska maki, and makimono combo. The spicy tuna this time brought the heat and balanced well with the sweet crazy maki roll. The miso soup was not as flavorful as I remembered but everything else was perfect. The izakaya salad is free at dinner which tastes like yummy pickled cabbage in sesame oil. Conveniently located right by the T stop in Brookline Village.

This spot has a cool, underground vibe that makes it feel a little hidden and unique. The service…read moreis impressively quick -- you're in and out without much wait. The food is decent, but compared to other sushi restaurants I've tried, there are definitely higher-quality options. The Bruins Fire Maki (pictured below) was visually striking and definitely brought the heat -- something to keep in mind if you're sensitive to spicy food.

I've walked by this place for years when I was attending college, and we finally decided to check…read moreit out because of a sushi craving. We got a chirashi and a hwedupbap to go and both were pretty good. I'm not a huge fan of eel but their eel was done well. It is a little bit run down looking inside, but service is friendly. It's definitely not a high end fancy shop, very Korean mom and pop feels.

I don't eat sushi like I used to because once I thoroughly enjoyed the sushi at The Laughing Monk…read moreit was why bother spending good money on the tenderest sushi any where else.

Halfway back from our sojourn to the amazing Museum of Fine Arts today was this delicious Thai…read morerestaurant that called our names for lunch. Nicely air conditioned and comfortable inside, we were seated at a small 4-person in the front room. I think that's where lunch is hosted, whereas further inside is a fancier dinner area. We decided to order 4 dishes family style: 1. Pepper garlic with beef, 2. Chili basil with tofu, 3. Yellow curry with veggies, and 4. Pad see ewe noodles with chicken. Our server was kind and attentive, constantly refilling our chilled water which was so refreshing after walking. Our meal was scrumptious and satisfying. We ate every last morsel. They were mildly spicy, in a pleasant way. The tofu was particularly tasty--I wish I knew the recipe! Only a minor critique is that the music was all terrible covers of popular music, it made us laugh. Highly recommend!

I've been to Genki Ya a few times, and it's one of my favorite sushi places in Brookline. The fish…read morealways tastes fresh, and I've never had a bad meal there. I usually try a different roll when I go, and everything I've had has been really good. The restaurant is clean and relaxing, and the staff have always been friendly whenever I've visited. I also like that the menu has a lot of options, whether you're really into sushi or just looking for something simple, you'll find something. I've ordered both takeout and eaten in the restaurant, and the quality has been consistent every time. There are a lot of sushi spots around Boston, but Genki Ya is one that I keep coming back to. I'd definitely recommend checking it out if you're in the Brookline area.

I have been a die hard fan for several years now and order from here at least twice a month. But,…read morethere have been a few instances that are getting hard to look past. I ordered from there last night and ended up having some leftovers, pulled it out of the fridge to see GREY tuna (see below). I regularly cook sushi and work with raw tuna myself and not once has this happened. I did also have an incident a few months ago where there were small bits of hair in my roll. It's so sad because I genuinely love it here and it's so close to me but I can't bring myself to keep testing faith if they're keeping their quality so low.

This is my favourite place , the fantastic and super delicious food , great and polite and very…read morevery attentive staff and I have no words to describe this outstanding atmosphere! Come and see yourself !

Food 5/5 Service 5/5…read moreAmbiance 5/5 Myself and a coworker stopped by for dinner and we were super satisfied! The food and service were outstanding. We also loved the vibe inside....kind of like a Japanese garden situation. We will definitely return when in the area!

When in the Newton / chestnut hill... just go stop into sushi man. Owned by a sweet couple, service…read moreis always good. Small authentic vibes. Food is made with care. We'll always eventually get a fix and work our way back out here for some sushi, beef katsu, squid skewers and salmon bowls. Agedashi tofu was also good! Either way you know when you need a fix, reasonable pricing and good pricing / service. Bring ya butt thru!

Delicious sushi and steak bento! Our kids love the avocado sushi. The owners are very nice! Love…read moresupporting this mom and pop shop.

The food was amazing! Everything tasted phenomenal, and the staff was very attentive.read more

Amazing hand rolls, super fresh and cute spot for a date night…read more Can be a bit pricey, but worth it in my opinion!