Always hits the spot, I love their hibachi and their sushi selection is easily my favorite in town…read more Can't recommend this restaurant enough!

This is always my go to Sushi restaurant... I always get Sashimi and Sushi, so when a place…read morededicated to fresh quality sushi it's like "you had me at hello" moment. Service was amazing as always and staff are amazing. My absolute favorite local restaurant

The menu is extensive and very good. We recommend taking pictures of your orders as one time we got…read moreanother tables orders. You can order apps, salads, soups and hibachi which is very fresh. This is NOT a buffet so everything is made to order.

Opened to great food and services. Now going downhill fast. Service has become poor and because…read morethey close at 3:30 they are turning away customers who arrive before 3:00 pm. Not the way to run a business in a small town with many choices. The hostess was very rude.

Have been by here several times and never made it in until today. I highly recommend giving them a…read moreshot. Very nice atmosphere with even better food and service to go along with it! The prices for the quality and quantity of food was very reasonable. I will most definitely be coming back!

We checked this place out about a year and a half ago, so we wanted to come back and leave an…read moreupdated review. We arrived later on a Saturday night craving hibachi and sushi, and it definitely hit the spot. I ordered the steak hibachi with fried rice, and my husband went with the lobster roll. My meal started with a cup of miso soup and if you follow our adventures you know I love miso. They did not disappoint. It was hot, flavorful, and tasted freshly made with good ingredients. For a drink I ordered a Long Drink. We first tried these at a local festival and fell in love, so when we saw a citrus flavor we had never tried before we were excited to order it. My hibachi came out hot and smelled amazing. The steak was cooked perfectly and the sauce mixed into the rice was really good. I do wish they gave just a little extra sauce for the rice. The rice itself was a bit stiff, but the sauce helped a lot. We also came about an hour before closing, so we were not too bothered by that. Our waitress was good, and her coworker stepped in to help when she was busy, which we appreciated. I also liked that you can see the sushi chefs working right there, and my husband really enjoyed his roll. The restaurant was very clean, including the bathrooms, which always matters. I also have to mention the water because it actually tasted good. If you know, you know how rare that can be. They also have plenty of parking, which makes things easy. Overall we had a great experience and it was the perfect spot for a much needed date night.

Great spot right off of 43rd. We went on a Friday night. It…read morewas a little busy but we were immediately seated and our server came right over and was attentive and quick with her service. The food was prepared quickly and was delicious! The Hawaiian roll was amazingly delicious and is one of my favorites. The tofu cubes were the perfect crisp but I was hoping for a little more flavor. Maybe I will get a dipping sauce next time to give it a little more taste. The restaurant was clean and well-maintained. The whole experience was great! We definitely plan on going back!

We've been to Kasai a few times before and this Saturday was our first time bringing friends with…read moreus to have early dinner. We reserved booth seating and our server was Adam, who I think is also the manager. Super nice and quick service. He took our drink and food orders after giving us a few minutes to check the menu. My husband was hungry so he ordered general tso's, veggie spring role appetizer, veggie roll with soy paper wrap, an iced jasmine tea, and a Coke with no ice. My order was easier - Chirashi Dinner and iced green tea. Our friends ordered a bento box and pork steamed buns. The restrooms were clean and stocked; happy about that. Our orders arrived around 10 to 15 minutes later and they were all correct, as well as delicious. Everyone liked their food. We spent around $100 including generous tip. We will be back again :)

I'm in town for a work trip and was looking for somewhere to grab dinner when I came across Hana…read more The reviews were great, sushi sounded good, so I decided to take a chance, and I'm so glad I did! The first night it was CRAZY busy. It's a smaller restaurant, and even though I was sitting at the bar, I had to wait a little because the kitchen was backed up. I honestly didn't mind because I figured that was probably a good sign that I picked the right place! I sat at the bar and was taken care of by Will. I overheard that he had literally just come from working his first job and was starting his second shift, and you never would've known it. He was on top of everything, taking care of his tables and everyone at the bar while still being friendly and attentive. He recommended the Lonely Angel roll, and it was a 10/10. I had it with miso soup and a glass of wine and left very happy with my choice. Well, I worked all day the next day and hadn't eaten, and I'm a creature of habit. If somewhere is good, I'm going back! I went back a little earlier this time, so it was much quieter, and to my surprise Will was behind the bar again. I got to talk with him a little more and he was super personable and genuinely enjoyable to chat with. He recommended a tuna tobachi and a Hokkaido roll, and somehow they were BOTH even better than what I had the night before. Seriously, 100/10. Great food, great service, and clearly consistent enough to get me there two days in a row. If I'm ever back in Gainesville, I will absolutely be back. Definitely ask Will what he recommends because he hasn't missed yet!

I'm from Atlanta and have had some of its finest sushi but this place is a 5 star plus. Leo our…read moreserver and staff were spot on. Their quality of fish absolutely the best I've had anywhere. Chu toro, uni, salmon,scallops, & real wasabi root. Could be best in the South. Try it's fabulous. Cheers.

Dragonfly is an experience from start to finish. It's one of the best restaurants in Gainesville…read morefor a special occasion, especially if you're a sushi lover. I was a little hesitant about sitting outside since, well, it's Gainesville and it seems to rain all the time. But the patio was incredibly comfortable, and the atmosphere was just as enjoyable as dining indoors. Even if outdoor seating is your only option, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend it. The food was phenomenal, easily a 10/10. The sushi and sashimi felt incredibly fresh and authentic, and I had one of the best sushi rolls I've ever eaten. The service was just as impressive. Our server was genuinely kind, attentive, and made my birthday feel extra special throughout the evening. Between the incredible food, welcoming atmosphere, and exceptional service, Dragonfly absolutely lives up to the hype. I can't recommend it enough.

I've been to Dragonfly a few times now. It lives up to the hype! The space is large, dimly lit, and…read moreperfect for a date night or special evening out. Every time we've visited, we have tried something new. For their appetizers, we always order the Brussels sprouts, Shisito peppers, and tuna fried rice. For rolls, we have really enjoyed Kobra Cai and Bomb. All of their drinks are also delicious. Our servers have been so friendly each time and always provided great service! The food comes out quick and they always check in periodically to make sure we don't need anything. I would highly recommend visiting!

You are going to love this place!!! We went to celebrate a birthday and had a wonderful time. The…read morefood was delicious, and they accomidate any dietary restrictions. The service was excellent, Amy checked back with us several times to ensure we had everything we needed. The chef show was fun - all the usual tricks, very entertaining. And so much food!!! We all had enough for lunch the next day. I would highly recommend!

Worst Teppanyaki I've had…read more Everything was just bland. everything just tasted like it was cooked with soy sauce... The preparation was half-hearted and low energy. For an expensive dinner for four, everything was bland and poorly prepared. And it felt rushed and boring. The place itself felt dark and grimy. Floor were sticky. Servers all seemed out of it. My daughters said it felt creepy and haunted. We made a mistake... Don't do the same!

I am so glad I tried this place out today. I was craving for a premium sushi rice bowl today, and…read moresaw that this restaurant had a Hokkaido don bowl, which had premium scallops from Hokkaido Japan, sea urchin (uni), and red fish eggs (ikura). Soup was included too. It was a decent size bowl with generous portions of each mentioned fish. It tasted mostly fresh, with the uni having the premium silky flavor, the ikura having the briny pop, and the scallops having the buttery texture with a hint of lemon since they sliced it. The rice was flavorful with the added seasonings. It was definitely a luxury splurge. And best of all, it was a great deal for only 30 dollars. The soup was nothing special, but still refreshing and enjoyable. The service was pretty casual, but quick and friendly. The atmosphere is very casual with a limited amount of tables, and the sushi bar is pretty small. When you enter, you would think it was just a counter service or takeout restaurant. At least there was nice Japanese music in the background. This restaurant is a great example of why you shouldn't judge it by it's atmosphere. While it looks so casual and a little boring, their Hokkaido bowl makes it feel luxurious. It was well worth the splurge and such a great deal for 30 dollars. I will definitely eat here again whenever I visit Gainesville, and try their Mahzu don next time, which uses other higher end fishes they have. Overall: A

Just passing thru the area and we found this sushi place! Thank goodness, absolutely amazing food…read moreand service!!! We will definitely stop here again!! You gotta try this place, even if you don't like sushi, you will find other things that will be just as great to eat!

Another Gainesville diamond in the... well let's just call it a gem! The interior is upscale,…read moreservice is great, and food noteworthy. My only doubts were the strip mall location, but I think we now know better. Super friendly staff. Knowledgeable about the sushi, and ready to banter about travel plans and food safaris. Here are the highlights of our meal: Hamachi Kama. The deep fried yellow tail collar bone was tender as can be. Fresh and tasty. Hamachi sashimi side. Generous square hunks cut with sharp edges. You could tell it was fresh. O fishy taste. It just melted. I think they take care with their fish--even served on lacquered square plates. Fish styled Oyako don. Not the chicken and egg mother son combo, but a salmon sashimi and tobiko arrangement. Colorful and delish. Combo rolls from the sushi bar were gimmicky but fresh and filling. Why not... The soft shell crab was two small crabs cut and drop fried. We were surprised to see it here. Tasted fresh and good. If you've never had it check out videos of molting crabs. They take them right after the molt, before the soft skins hardens to new shell. Matcha cheesecake was very good flavor. Not your ordinary New York cheesecake but softer, allowing the slight bitterness of the green stuff to come through. Oh yeah, the tea was $4 per person. Usually my pet peeve. But it was served in a little tea pot with a floating infuser. And the quality of the ocha was good. Fragrant and worth it.

My wife and I came in for dinner at MATTARI - Japanese Dining House & Sushi, and honestly, it was a…read moreletdown from start to finish. For the prices they're charging, you'd expect quality and portion sizes to match--neither did. The plates were small, and the food was mediocre at best. My wife ordered the Japanese curry rice, and the beef was so tough it was basically inedible. That's not a minor issue--that's the main component of the dish. I had the seared yuzu kosho steak, and it didn't feel freshly prepared. In fact, most of the food tasted like it had been reheated. At one point, it genuinely felt like the hardest working thing in the kitchen was the microwave. We also tried the edamame, which somehow managed to be the least offensive thing on the table hardly a compliment. At this price point, this just isn't acceptable. There are too many places doing it better to justify coming back.

Review for Tbaar! I did not have time to dine at Kyuramen…read moreitself, but I was able to use the facilities and the restaurant looks beautiful! Very enticing, and the staff seem friendly. There are spanish-speakers if needed. As for my boba, it was delicious! I ordered the milk tea and the passion fruit tea. The milk tea i believe i requested 70% sweetness, and the passionfruit 50%. I asked for less ice for the former, more ice in the latter. The milk tea was pleasant and the tapioca a lovely texture and flavor. Was not gummy or slimy at all! Perfectly cooked. The passionfruit was refreshing and flavorful with kiwi and strawberry pieces, and i also added aloe jelly by request. Love how customizable and clear the ordering screen makes things. First time in Gainesville and i definitely will be back.

Overall, our experience was great! The inside has a very nice ambiance, with cute wooden "huts" for…read moreseating that made it feel private but not crowded. The service was also great, friendly, and the food came out super fast. I ordered the pork ramen (pictured). The ramen was cooked well, and it was seasoned nicely. It has the "spicy" tag, and as someone with a decently low spice tolerance, it was not overly spicy. It left a bit of a tang on your lips but that was all. The pork itself was ok - a bit fatty and hard to break apart.