Been here a few times and they've made a few changes I don't love. First off, they have replaced…read morecucumbers for lettuce. Just an odd change since the cost is low on both. Traditional sushi does not have lettuce...bad sushi places and grocery stores use lettuce. Second, the head chef seems to have let an apprentice take on the omakase. This completely changes the experience. I don't like the cheese on sushi and having it served by a backup guy just doesn't do it. Used to love this place but questioning their direction. Great news, they have replaced the lettuce with cucumber! Maybe chef got some negative feedback.

Came for a weekday dinner and the place was empty. Nice having the ordering tablet on the table,…read morejust like in Japan, though the descriptions were generic and unhelpful (all said the fish were high in protein and nutritious for rebuilding muscle). We asked about the fish of the day and special fish which happened to be the same, mackerel, the day we went. Interestingly, the servers had no idea about the fish aspects of the menu and everything was deferred to the sushi chefs. Ordered a few temaki (hand rolls) - yellowtail and spicy tuna- and they were tasty! All the nigiri we ordered were fresh without fishiness, and had generous portions for the price. Nice to have fresh wasabi which had a nice kick and sweetness. Thoroughly enjoyed these nigiri: seared black cod, ocean trout, hamachi/yellowtail, unagi. Yuzu & rainbow rolls had super appetizing sauces. Ordered the uni from Japan which was supposed to be sweeter than creamier but this one was very distasteful for me, had a strong scent like saliva, and I was unable to tolerate it.

This is our go to Sushi restaurant. Great lunch and Happy Hour Specials…read more My son insisted on lunch at "The Zu" for his birthday today. He had the new Waygu Beef Surf and Turf Roll. Real Waygu from Japan!!! It was outstanding. Gavin the Manager is always a great host. Go there and enjoy!

Always great food. Culmination of multiple visits;…read more Alex is our Man, his service is exceptional, helpful, pleasant & friendly. Today we had Klara as our server; very good server. What a smile! Klara visited the table immediately asking for the drink order, returned for the appetizer or dinner request, he timing & efficiency is top not notch. Restaurant was fairly empty on arrival, a large group came in, a few other tables filled up, Klara handled it solo! Great job, awesome food & stunning server.

Always amazing! Been coming here for years and the service is amazing! We have multiple favorite…read moreservers (Keegan being on of them) always nice and welcoming! Food always comes out fast and hot! Best hidden gem in Phoenix!

I got the tonkatsu ramen and it was really good. The staff are super welcoming and the atmosphere…read moreis friendly. Definitely come try!

This review is strictly for the food as I ordered through Uber Eats. I didn't step food into the…read moreresturant or have interaction with the employees. I like that they use purple rice for all the sushi here, it's healthy and also adds a bit to the flavor. Fish is fresh and portion sizes are generous - I mean that in a way that the rolls and sushi fill you up quite quickly without the rolls being too large in size. The balance between fish and rice is a solid ratio, although I'll say that everything started to taste quiet similar after a while and I couldn't really differentiate between the different rolls. Anyways, overall a solid sushi spot in Scottsdale, AZ. Mt Fuji Roll- Love that they top with raw scallop! Yellowtail Carpaccio - Fresh and vibrant, jalapeno adds a nice kick Havana Roll - The mango brings brightness to the roll 5 Nigiri & Crazy Roll - Value combo, the bluefin tuna quality is good

My husband surprised me with a date night at Kodo Sushi. It was my first time eating here, but had…read moreheard him talking about it many times in the past. Upon arrival, the place doesn't look like anything special. It's inside a strip mall, and looks mediocre. However, do not judge too soon. Once you get inside, everything is well laid out & it's very nice. It was busy when we went in on a Friday night, BUT we got seated quicker than estimated- which is always a win! I was not happy with where we were seated, as it was facing the wall in the small bar area. We are people watchers by nature, so it's always fun to be in a spot where we can look around the room effortlessly. However, it wasn't the end of the world and I certainly didn't want to wait any longer, the food looked wonderful & I was starving! I do not remember exactly which rolls we got, but... all of them were EXCELLENT!! Everything was undoubtedly fresh, and made with quality ingredients. I thought the black rice was really neat! I've never seen that before. The waitstaff were very friendly and accommodating. It took no time at all to get our orders out, which was impressive considering that the place was packed near capacity! As we left, all of the sushi pros behind the glass thanked us for coming in and wished us a great rest of our evening. I thought that was very kind. It's not very often that you find a whole line of people stopping what they are doing to wish you well on your way out of their establishment. All in all, 10/10 experience! I would recommend this place to anyone who loves Sushi!

Beautiful restaurant inside and great food I recommend!!!! Large menu with a great happy hour to…read morechoose from good variety for any guests you bring that don't like sushi

First time here. Oh my... what a beautiful space!! We were…read morewelcomed and seated at a nice booth in front of the sushi bar. We ordered the sununomu salad and shrimp tempura. Then a scallop dynamite and a tuna roll. Everything was delicious. The service was outstanding. We have found our new place. Can't wait to try more things!!

Miso soup 10/10 Spicy tune crispy rice 11/10 very good and…read morefresh Amigo roll- add lemon slices- SO GOOD

They didn't "crush" it for us. Came here for early dinner,…read more4:45pm. We ordered the salmon jaw, it wasn't grilled but deep fried, not what I expected. Ordered the ramen, the noodles clumped together and asked it to be replaced, just the noodles. By the time I got the re-do, my soup was now cold and the noodles still clumpy!!! I can do a better job prepping my noodles at home, so very disappointing. The sushi rolls were just ok, first time seeing my eating partner not finishing his ordered sushi. Ambiance is good enough. The service is ok, nothing to write home about. Didn't check back with us after we pointed out the problem with the clumpy noodles. I never had noodles in a restaurant that served it like that, but there's a first for everything. Food wasn't worth the photo, but I should have taken one of the clumpy noodles.

I think a 4-5 fits. We had a good experience…read more Arrived on a Thursday with a reservation for 440pm. We were sat right away with a group. Wasn't crowded at all for the dinner area but the bar was packed. They have happy hour. By 6 pm it was full and packed everywhere. Parking is plentiful. We did the chicken shrimp and the New York strip. The mushroom soup is very delicious, the salad dressing felt like it was missing something. The rice was phenomenal so yummy and full of flavor. I like their ginger seafood dipping sauce, but I absolutely cannot stand Dijon taste, and that's what they use for their meat, a mustard sauce. I really wish there was an alternative. The meat seemed to be cooked well and the steak to my boyfriend's liking, flavor was good. We got Lucky to try a sample of the Seabass and holy moly!!! literally melting butter in your mouth! Definitely regretful for our choices and next time we come in, it's Seabass all the way no fishy taste, again just melts in your mouth I wasn't in the mood for the pineapple Dole Ice Cream a bit sweet but definitely can be refreshing from the heat. I got their salmon sushi, and it was good and a decent cut (5$ each on happy hour) My boyfriend got their Japanese whiskey and he enjoyed it. He just said there was a lot of ice. There was one open seat at our table, and I couldn't imagine squeezing another person in. there was even a child sitting at our table and it still felt like we were on top of each other. Not much room at all with your drinks, appetizers, and dinner plates. The show the cook put on was fun and entertaining. Service was very friendly and attentive.

The Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos were perfect as a light dining snack. The wonton shell has a nice crunch…read more Needing more, we shared an "FWB" (Friend w Benefits) roll. Always a good option, as are the Chicken Gyoza steamed. Kasai packs in an event/celebration type crowd in the Japanese Steakhouse area. The separate bar area remains a dating and couples scene. Interesting to observe. Jack and the bartender team are top of the service game!

Obon never disappoints! Sushi and Ramen are both very tasty, the vibe is always the right balance…read morebetween lively & intimate, and service is always spot on.

I am extremely disappointed with Sushi Oban's handling of a serious food allergy…read more Several weeks ago, while I was at Scottsdale Quarter, I walked into the restaurant specifically to ask whether any of their ramen could be prepared without soy because I have a soy allergy. The hostess told me she would check with the chef. She went to the back, returned, and told me that yes, they could prepare ramen for me with a broth that did not contain soy. Based on that assurance, I ordered the ramen and subsequently ordered it two more times. Each time, I clearly stated that I had a soy allergy, whether ordering online or by phone. At no point was I told there was a problem or that the broth contained soy. Today, I ordered the ramen again and picked it up, only to find a note taped to the order stating that all of their broths contain soy and that they had tried to call me. I called the restaurant because, understandably, I was extremely confused. I explained that I had specifically asked about the soy content from the very beginning, that an employee had checked with the chef, and that I had been assured the broth could be made soy-free. I have now eaten this ramen on multiple occasions believing it was safe for me. That is not a minor mistake. Food allergy information needs to be accurate and consistent. I am fortunate that I did not experience anaphylaxis as a result of the previous meals I was told were soy-free. To make matters worse, I was not refunded for the ramen I purchased today and cannot safely eat. Instead, I was told I would need to wait until Thursday, when the manager is available, to have a conversation about a refund. Today is Tuesday. I cannot recommend Sushi Oban to anyone with a food allergy of any kind. When a customer specifically discloses an allergy and staff consult the kitchen before assuring that customer that a dish is safe, the customer should be able to rely on that information. The inconsistency here is both disappointing and potentially dangerous.

Another fantastic lunch date with my wife and our talented friends. We originally planned on bento…read moreboxes, which are a delicious healthy value! Then we spotted the incredibly beautiful fresh bluefin that had just arrived. We enjoyed that and yellowtail sashimi. Then two orders each of yellowtail and salmon sushi, and their fried baby octopus. Each bite seemingly was better than the last (which is among why we so enjoy ourselves here!). We also ordered a bowl of edamame, just enough crunchy salty goodness. Sit at the sushi bar and ask every question you have. Try new things based on the chef's recommendation and your palate. Often frequent diners are seated solo; no reason not to. So great having such wonderful food, service and the experience at Hiro. And don't forget the chefs' tip jar in return for their skill and hospitality.

Have done high-end sushi omakase in Tokyo, and eaten across Japan - Hiro is the closest thing to…read morethe real deal you'll get to authentic japanese in AZ. Not quite as salty as traditional japanese, but great flavors, fresh food, and actual nigiri you won't get in cookie-cutter casual spots. Love the atmosphere, and the staff is incredible, friendly and remembers regulars. We come here about once a month and literally never disappoints. Would love even more japanese whiskies, but otherwise I couldn't love this place more.

My apologies to Kevin and his staff for this long-overdue review…read more I have been dining at Nami for quite some time, and every visit has been a wonderful experience. Kevin consistently greets me with genuine courtesy and warmth, and his staff always takes excellent care of me, my family, and the guests I have introduced to the restaurant. The food I have had has consistently been of high quality. As someone of Asian heritage who has traveled extensively throughout Asia, I feel confident saying that Nami's cuisine is both delicious and impressively authentic. I have also never been disappointed by the quality, freshness, or variety of the sashimi. Whenever I ask Kevin to select and slice whatever he feels is best that day, he always delivers an exceptional assortment. I rarely write reviews unless I feel they are truly deserved. In Nami's case, this review is sincere and long overdue. Kevin and his team have created a restaurant that is worthy of recognition, and I wholeheartedly recommend it.

Tried to lunch at Fry Bread House but they were closed because of refrigeration issues. Found this…read moreon Yelp and really liked it! Started with chili garlic edamame and had to order another just regular as the first item was way too spicy for my wife (even though we asked server Frank to not make it too spicy). Had the combo of large Asahi and mixed tempura. Don't think we'd order the tempura again. Had a shrimp, 2 pieces of rectangular calamari, a potato chip-like sweet potato, and a slice of acorn squash. Was lower priced because it was with the beer, but at $9.99 regular price - pretty pricey for what you got. Also wasn't that great of tempura. Seemed more breaded than tempura-battered. Did a sushi bento box. Cucumber salad more tangy than sweet (good). Yellowtail roll and spicy tuna both substantial. The yellowtail was a solid piece, not the chopped up kind you often get. Both rolls were encased in tasty purple rice. White tuna sashimi slices (3) were large and buttery. Service was great and the interior is clean and attractive. We look forward to a return visit!