Stopped by this place and was so impressed…read more The menu is very big with a mix of Thai, Chinese, and Japanese options. Everything came very fast, hardly had to wait for our food. You can also see the chefs cooking in the back, and everything tastes so fresh! The place was very small, with very little walking space, so definitely expect to get cozy. But it's nice to see what everyone else is ordering, since most people there seemed to be regulars, and all of the plates here look and smell really good. We got a few plates to share with the table. Starting off with the calamari appetizer, the pieces are a good size and they taste quite fresh. The pad see ew has a great mix of noodles, chicken, and vegetables. Didn't feel like there was too much of anything, everything was well balanced and tasted very good. They have a large menu of sushi options, and the scallop sushi tasted very fresh. The mango chicken has a sweet and sour taste, with bell peppers, mango slices, and rice. The teriyaki chicken and shrimp combination is a huge plate with a wonderful presentation. Very flavorful and filling. The only thing I didn't like was the Thai iced tea. I personally am a huge fan of Thai iced tea, but the presentation wasn't very appealing and the drink was way too sweet for my liking. Probably wouldn't order again. I noticed there were a lot of delivery people coming in to pick things up, so I can tell this is a well loved spot. I loved everything I ate and would definitely come again!

"Probably has weak food"…read more Passed by the spot because next-door there's a really good Spanish food spot and I thought to myself this place probably has some weak food wrong again. The Mango chicken is always fresh and juicy as well as my personal favorite in the drunken noodles. It doesn't even need a protein. They had a deal where if you spend over $30 you get a free roll and this meal comes just to that amount.

Sushi was fresh, not tasty/flavorful, but very fresh. Rating the sushi alone, if you're looking for…read moresomething simple, a quick meal and fresh, this place may be your go to (didn't think it was worth the price. Paid a little over $30 for the two things pictured below). I was worried about the quality with so many different rolls being offered on the menu, but they prepare the sushi made to order- the freshness is there. I think the service wasn't as fast as everyone is saying in other reviews. I got there right when they opened at 11AM. I was actually in the parking lot much earlier but had to wait until they opened ofc. I ordered two rolls and it took about 20 minutes to make- no one else in the establishment but myself. Customer service was dead. I'm pretty upbeat as that is my personality, I came in excited to try and was met with some annoyance. As I was leaving, I said to the chef "thank you was delicious" then said "everyone have a wonderful day" they literally stared at me and ignored, before I finally walked out. Wasn't expecting that as I was the only one there and was there as soon as they opened. Not sure that I would go again. I think one time was enough. There are much better sushi places to try, maybe not so much in the Bayonne area.

I love sushi and since this place opened I haven't had a chance. I decided to stop there for a late…read morebirthday bite and I wasn't disappointed . First, the location has parking, and it's a little cozy and quaint inside. It's not set up for a large group to eat in but, for a person or two there's a small table. They offer a variety of sushi, poke bowls, mochi and other Japanese snacks , etc. The staff is cordial and are kind. The menu was reasonably priced . I bought four rolls ( two of which were specialty rolls)and it came out to $29! That's a great price . I only waited about 7-8 mins and my rolls came out fast and beautifully prepared . The yellowtail scallion roll wasn't as tasty as I thought it would be . Didn't have any kick to it and you barely tasted the scallion. The yellowtail with avocado was so smooth and melted in your mouth. The calamari tempura roll was crunchy and tasted fresh. The sauce gave it a sweet taste to it which was nice. The best out of the four was definitely the shrimp tempura lover roll. OMG it was the most delicious thing i've ever tried. The shrimp, the crab, the avocado, and the sauce poured on top was absolutely divine. It was sweet, tangy and melted on the first bite . I will recommend this to anyone who is a sushi lover and wants an authentic sushi experience . Please give them a try

I've been coming to Otaiko for a few years now with my daughter. We usually spend the day shopping…read moreat HomeGoods and all the other stores nearby, and this is always our lunch stop since they open at 1:00 p.m. It's kind of become our little tradition. The restaurant is big, clean, and really nice inside. My only funny thought every time I go is, "I wonder what this place would look like if all the lights were turned on?" It's a little dark for my taste, but that's just me. The food is always good. The shrimp, chicken, and steak have never disappointed me. Every once in a while the food comes out a little light on the seasoning, so don't be shy about asking for a little more. Once you do, it's delicious. The service has always been great. Everyone has been friendly, and we've never had any issues. Now, let me save you a few dollars... I'd skip the alcohol. Every time I've tried a drink, it's been pretty weak, so I'd rather spend that money on more food unless you would be satisfied with a few squirts of soki while they are cooking at your table. Speaking of food, the portions are very good. For around $26-27, you get soup, salad, your entrée, and enough food that I honestly don't think I've ever left without a to-go container. I almost always end up with another meal for the next day. Overall, this is one of my favorite lunch spots after a shopping day. Good food, great service, generous portions, and leftovers? That's a win in my book. We'll definitely keep coming back.

Went there for lunch, it was very affordable, food was delicious and we got there when it opened…read more So, there was no wait, food and drinks came out very quickly. The staff were also very friendly.

I ordered on grub hub, delivery was really fast. I got the American dream roll which was very good…read more I asked for the bubble tea to have no added sugar and no ice but it was delivered the opposite. The boba are stale and hard. The California roll I spit out as soon as I bit into it. And had to throw out the whole roll. The imitation crab was BAD and warm. The whole roll was warm. California roll is normally cold. I will not order again. Also ordering on grub hub adds so many fees it costed me $40 for 1 special roll and 1 California and bubble tea. Ridiculous.

My wife almost ate a bent staple that was somehow inside of one of our sushi rolls! I personally…read morehave been a regular for many years and have recommended this place to MANY people. That ends today! Umi, you really need to raise your kitchen's standards and keep the damn stapler away from the food prep area!!! You've just lost 2 long-time customers... sayonara!

We got the three special roll deal that came with dumpling soup for free on Uber…read more The three special rolls were pretty selected which was a shame, it would have been preferable to pick. The three rolls were the Angry Shrimp, Salmon Lovers, and Samurai. The dumplings in the dumpling soup were actually shumai. The salmon Lovers roll was by far our favorite. The mango chili sauce on top was an amazing addition. The samurai roll was fine. Very tuna-y. I just dont like tuna enough to appreciate this one as much but if you do love tuna you'd love this one. The Angry Shrimp roll was weird. It tasted decent, but was just very wet. I think they just drowned it in too much sauce. And the shumai in the soup was a pleasant surprise for me because I love shumai, but my partner doesn't so he wa disappointed with that. The soup does not say that the dumplings are shumai in the description. Overall, we were impressed. We dont normally get special rolls, but we decided to splurge tonight and mostly were not disappointed. Would return.

Wow was this place great! I always pass by the place and have been meaning to try. My fiancé had…read moresome Uber Eats credit to use and we decided to give this place a try. This place has great Uber Eats buy one get one deals. We got 2 samurai sushi sets, 2 Red Bull rolls, 2 kamakazi rolls and 2 samurai roll. All included in the bogo deal - what's a steal! The sushi sets included 10pc chef's choice nigiri. All 10pcs were delicious! We both agreed that the eel was our favorite. All the rolls were large and tasty. I wasn't expecting much from this place but I'm really pleasantly surprised. Samurai sushi is a great addition to the neighborhood. They have tables both inside and outside. The staff is also very nice.

What a great find! Perry is an outstanding team player! He handled incoming customers, serving and…read morethe register, with ease, professionalism and a smile! The owner and kitchen staff create delicious, fresh incredible dishes! All are made to order-every bite was a burst of a tasty unforgettable combination. You won't be disappointed! Make reservations.

A neat little spot with fun, creative Asian-fusion dumplings, but the overall execution and pricing…read moreleft me a bit on the fence. The Good: The concept is cool, and you can tell they put a lot of thought into unconventional dumpling stuffings and unique flavor pairings. The Bad: For a casual dumpling and noodle joint, it ends up being surprisingly pricey. Also, some of the fusion flavor profiles can be a bit hit-or-miss depending on your palate--not every creative combo quite hits the mark. It's a fun spot to check out if you're looking to try something different, but given the price and mixed flavor results, I'm probably in no rush to make it a regular rotation.

Sakura Teriyaki gave me a Panda Express vibe at first we ordered two chicken teriyakis with white…read morerice and veggies. The food was inexpensive, got two plates for about 15 dollars. The place was pretty packed and they had an assembly line of food being made. I'd go back for sure to grab something quick and easy. Please see attached pictures

Amazing food service and atmosphere. Very clean! The prices are great and the quality is even…read morebetter. I bring home an additional plate for the next day lunch always. I go for the beef or chicken terryaki and do all veggies or sometimes half noodles and veggies. Whoever gave 2 stars is an idiot. This place rocks. Definitely give it a shot. Tuesdays $7.99 specials. Lastly the Poke bowl was to die for Salmon was fresh and the only rolls I have had are the Spicy Tuna Crunch and the one with the cream cheese and avocado and shrimp tempura. I do work next store and come here often but honestly it's an amazing place. 10/10 never been disappointed ever!

Itto really deserves their flowers - a great sushi spot in downtown JC with good quality fish and…read morereasonable prices. I've dined in, ordered for pick up, and gotten deliveries from them countless of times and they're always consistent. Favorite items from them are the sashimi regular (comes with miso soup and salad) and the spicy girl roll (a must)! Their service here is great as well - super nice and friendly over the phone and in person.

Very decent sushi. I got the lunch special which was two rolls, soup, and salad…read more The salad was decent, not quite the addicting dressing I hope to get at a Japanese place, but not bad. The soul was typical miso soup. For the rolls, I got the Alaskan and spicy tuna. They were both very well filled and fresh. The spicy tuna was a bit too spicy for me, but that is just a personal preference. The vibes were nice, the service was fairly quick, no flash. I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to go back but if I were in the area, I may return.