Best quality and variety of sushi in Columbia. They usually have some sort of sushi special that…read moreyou won't find anywhere else. Of course you can get regular American-style sushi done well too. My favorites: -wahoo tataki -whole aji -otoro

We actually had a very enjoyable dining experience overall. The food was extremely fresh and…read moreauthentic, Everything tasted very traditional and high quality. The pricing was also very reasonable for the quality, so overall it felt like great value for the money. The only disappointing part was the service. The server who attended to us did not seem very welcoming or enthusiastic, and the overall attitude felt rather cold. When we asked for extra ginger and sauce, he also seemed somewhat unwilling, which made the experience less comfortable. Overall, the food itself was excellent and definitely worth coming back for, but I do think the service attitude and professionalism of the staff could be improved.

Suishaya is one of my go-to spots when I want a solid lunch without overpaying. The lunch specials…read moreare consistently worth it--good portions, quick service, and everything comes out hot and fresh. The fried rice and chicken combo hits exactly the way you want it to: flavorful, slightly indulgent, and satisfying without being overly heavy. What really keeps me coming back, though, is the bar. The cocktail prices are surprisingly reasonable, especially for the quality, and they do not hold back. The Suishaya Special in particular is strong--not just in a gimmicky way, but balanced enough that you actually enjoy drinking it while still feeling it. Overall, it's a reliable spot for a casual lunch with the added bonus of legit cocktails. Hard to beat that combination.

Suishaya is VERY close to my house, but I think I'll stick to going way into downtown for dining…read more Pros: - Price is relatively fair - Sake was cheap and good Cons: - Rude Staff - Very Okay to poor food - Menu is MASSIVE. (Where's Gordon Ramsey to yell?!) There is easily 300 things to order on the menu - Food tasted bland Someone said it best in a review on here "the food was prepared like any other Chinese shop, just twice the price". That's about what I though too. It was really weird because we went at 4:30 PM and there was no one in the restaurant. It said to wait to be seated. We stood by the counter for about ten minutes waiting to be seated in a completely empty restaurant. The staff working just kind of looked at us like we were lost. Anyway, ordered spring rolls and they were $5.50 for two pretty small ones. Also, very greasy. I got the Singapore Noodles with chicken. It was okay. I kind of felt like I could make it at home. My girlfriend got Philadelphia Sushi and Shrimp. She said they all tasted like it came from a grocery store. I agreed. Columbia has a lot of Sushi restaurants. I'd skip this one.

We went for lunch today. I was surprised when we went in that it was such a nice atmosphere. When…read moreI first noticed the restaurant at the end of the stores alongside Publix I thought it was just a carry-out quick order type restaurant serving Ramen Noodles or something. Little did i know it was a fullblown nice sit down restaurant. Very nicely decorated with booths, tables, and a room toward the back for seating. Nice Japanese decorations along the walls and throughout. Our waitress was quick to take our order. We ordered Crab Ragoons for an appetizer. There were six of them served with a small amount of dipping sauce. They were excellent, very light coating on the ragoons and the sauce was very good. My wife ordered a Curry Chicken Ramen bowl and I ordered the special fried rice with shrimp, chicken and pork. The fried rice was good and the shrimp were done perfectly. My wife's Ramen bowl was good and had a nice small amount of heat to it. She would rather have had one of the other chicken bowls as her chicken pieces were perfectly round as if cut out from some pressed chicken or something, rather than sliced chicken that was grilled or fried. They serve the ramen bowls with a spoon ( I should really call it a ladle!) as it was so big you had a hard time eating from it. I guess it's to get the noodles out, because there were a ton of ramen noodles. I was just expecting more of a large spoon rather than the "ladle sized spoon". Call me picky, but the bowl was good however. They've got a good variety of sushi rolls, and quite a few ramen bowls to choose from. Next time back I'd like to try their Dragon Roll which sounds good.

Tried this place for the first time with takeout last week and decided to sit inside this time. The…read moreinside is beautifully decorated with Japanese decor. Very intimate setting in my opinion, but also nice for friend dates. The staff greeted and seated us immediately. Our server was very nice. He checked on us a few times throughout our dining experience. For our meal we ordered sushi: Tsunami Maki, and Titanic Fire Maki, both specialty roles. We also ordered vegetable tempura and a Spicy Chicken Ramen with peach hot sake as a beverage. Everything was just as delicious as when we ordered takeout. Both sushi's were delicious and packed with flavor. They do not skimp on the ingredients. The vegetable tempura was equally enjoyable. It came with 2 thick sliced carrots, 2 sliced zucchini's, 2 Onions, and 2 pieces of broccoli with sauce on the side. My fiancé had the ramen and sake and both were delicious. She did say the ramen could be spicier as it had no kick to it. When we ordered takeout we got the Miso Chicken Ramen, Columbia roll, and Shrimp Fried Rice. Everything was delicious then as well. The Columbia roll was definitely my favorite roll. Overall, we paid about $74 for our dine in meal. We really enjoyed our meal and experience at Sola and will definitely be back to try more sushi.

The restaurant is located along the side of a major street, so we parked about a block away and…read morewalked over, which was not an issue for us at all. From the moment we stepped inside, the experience completely shifted. The interior is truly spectacular--quiet, intimate, and thoughtfully designed. The space is petite yet incredibly intentional, and it immediately evokes the feeling of being transported to Japan. While I've never personally been to Japan, this restaurant genuinely took me out of a Western setting and placed me into what felt like a Japanese dining experience. Each table is sectioned off with dividers, which adds a layer of privacy while still maintaining an open, welcoming atmosphere that reminds you that you're still in the United States. It's a perfect balance between intimacy and accessibility, and it contributes greatly to the overall ambiance. I ordered the karaage meal, which came with a cabbage salad and rice. At first, I was concerned it might not be enough food, but it ended up hitting the spot in ways I didn't expect. While I could have eaten more, I was genuinely satisfied and comfortable by the end of the meal, which speaks volumes about the quality and balance of the dish. When placing my order, I also requested soup and mentioned to our server that I had been coughing earlier. Even though I wasn't actively coughing in the restaurant, she went out of her way to bring me hot tea to help soothe my throat. That level of care and attentiveness went well beyond expectations. She was incredibly polite, well-mannered, and made sure we felt genuinely taken care of throughout our visit. The value here is outstanding--not just for the food, but for the service, atmosphere, and overall experience. Everything comes together seamlessly, and it truly feels like a home run. There was no long wait to be seated; we walked in, told them how many people were in our party, and were seated promptly. For dessert, I ordered the matcha cheesecake. I went in with certain expectations based on what I was used to, and while it leaned more toward a New York-style cheesecake flavored with matcha rather than a traditional Japanese-style cheesecake, it was still very enjoyable and well-executed. Overall, everything--from the value and location to the food, service, and atmosphere--was excellent. I would absolutely recommend this place and plan to return the next time I'm back in town. I'm looking forward to trying more items on the menu and bringing more friends along with me. A sincere thank you to the young lady who went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful experience.

I've been going here for 21 years. Hands down the best sushi I've had in Columbia. I live in…read moreCharleston now but I stopped in last night on my way back home. The owner learned from the original owner and has carried on the legacy well.

Terrible no veggies and white rice is still not fried very disappointing I wish I could leave no…read morestars

I usually eat at this place and this particular day, I called in an order at 5:30 and the lady said…read more10-15 mins. I got there at 5:47 and the lady told me 10 mins, I thought that was weird when it should've been at most 5. Anyway I sit down and it's people ordering ahead of me, they got their food and left, people walking in/out with doordash and call in orders. It's about 5:55 and I get back up and ask how much longer. The lady proceeds to say "oh the lady (that's right beside her btw) forgot to put my order in, EVEN AFTER I CALLED IN ANDDD PAID. Anyways, she say 3 mins which I knew what was a lie but finally at 6:06, I get my food and it was one order of Godzilla sushi roll. ‍‍ I'm not saying don't eat here but make sure your order is being put in and say something if you know you shouldn't be waiting that long. 30+ mins for a ROLLLL?! It blew my mind

I've been going to Menkoi for years & it's the best ramen I've found! I highly recommend the spicy…read more(beef) ramen. They are always quick and consistent. For more eats & adventures follow me on Instagram @thesodascene

We received so many noodles, it was amazing! I wish I had a little bit more stock with my Ramen,…read morebut to have more noodles was nice. Food came out really quickly and everything tasted amazing. It was a super packed, they did have two tables left open, so we're able to sit down and enjoy our food on the inside. We chose fountain drinks and the person that took our order. Also, I took our plates away. They were super nice and patient.

I am currently 9 months pregnant and was craving fried shrimp so I ordered the fried shrimp for…read moremyself and toddler 06/20/26. The shrimp was not clean as you can tell. When I called to explain that we received unclean shrimp I was met with pushback that the food they give is indeed clean but clearly as photo shows it wasn't. I was told we could exchange it for something comparable or receive a discount on our next order but honestly I just wanted a refund at this point. This was my first and last time ordering from this place. I am extremely appalled because it's possible other people are eating this. Customers please be sure to check the food and Jin's Hibachi & Chinese please take the time to throughly clean, pell and de vain the shrimp 0/5 stars unacceptable

Food was excellent, staff very friendly and helpful to explain menu to first time customers. My…read morefriend tried the Philly and another roll and enjoyed it. I had mix egg drop wonton soup and shrimp mei fun. Will definitely be returning!

This place is a nice addition to area that was lacking hibachi locations. The amount of food is…read moredefinitely worth the price. The rice was perfect but the shrimp and steak needed a little more seasoning. Customer service is up to par. Inside of the restaurant is tiny but that's because it's take-out only.

This place is takeout only. The food is delicious! I ordered the Shrimp, Steak & Chicken Hibachi…read more Most flavorful hibachi I've ever tasted.