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    Wabi Sabi

    3.6 (293 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    Yellowtail Scallion (8) suns
    Sammi M.

    First time at Wabi Sabi and it was great sushi! Very solid spot and we will definitely be back. We shared a few rolls and got chicken fried rice which was maybe the best thing we had! Left roll- Yellowtail Scallion (8), far right- Sunday Morning (8). Everything was great!

    Sunday morning roll takes the cake!
    Michelle G.

    Wabi Sabi is my favorite sushi restaurant in the greater Cincinnati area. The sushi is fresh, and they have a wide variety of specialty rolls. The gyoza is our favorite appetizer, especially if you order it fried. Some of my favorite rolls are Sunday Morning, Dragon, Red Double, and Crazy Spicy Cali. They also have a wide variety of drinks to choose from. If sushi isn't your thing, you can order off of their menu.

    Anna O.

    Went to Covington last night to check out Wabi Sabi. It has a chill vibe and the sushi is probably what you're expecting. Nothing fancy and half off all rolls when you dine in. My shrimp tempura in my roll was not crispy at all and I missed the crunch. The spicy mayo tasted slightly off and I'm not sure why. The wasabi was not spicy what so ever. Not sure what happened there but could eat it straight and tasted nothing. Out of all their locations this one is probably my least favorite.

    Gillian S.

    This is almost always a stop for me when I'm in town!!! Wabi Sabi never disappoints!! I usually get the fan favorite... Sunday Morning (if you are new to sushi, definitely a good one to try!) Plus they have so many menu options, I wish I lived closer so I could try them all!! We always get seated so fast, and the workers are so nice! I have never waited for than 20 mins for my food to come out, even when it's packed so I know they are all hard workers!! It is a smaller sized restaurant, but they have even more seating in the back that you can't see from the front!! This is an awesome sushi place that I definitely recommend!! I will be back next time I'm in town!!! Till then... enjoy the sushi for me!!

    8 Volcano Rolls
    Patrice B.

    Stopped in to Wabi Sabi for a quick sushi date and the team delivered! It's decorated so cute for the Christmas holiday and had all the vibes going. I got the Sunday morning, crazy spicy California and the volcano roll and all of them were amazing! I also had the bartender create me a blueberry mule with the Wesson vodka and it was delicious! I love this place and you can't beat the half price sushi pricing!

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    Overall, one of the better dining experiences I've had in a long time. I don't usually leave reviews, but I had to give this place some serious props. It hit the spot! We sat at end of the bar so we had a view of the entire restaurant. Love the decor, the lights.... It was crowded but we got seated right away. The vibe is great... I wished we had been there when there was live music. We were clearly the oldest two people in the place. But that's fine with us! Epic service- 5 different people checked on us at different points during our meal. And they were busy. I was sitting near the take out station and they were prompt and kind to every person walking in. And everyone seemed genuinely kind and friendly. My husband left his card at the restaurant (probably because of the cocktails), and they held it until the next day and was kind when he returned. Try the volcano roll! It's a really unique- a bit more "heavy" for sushi- but yummy! I had the poke bowl and it was very fresh, tuna was fresh ... I'm kinda a stickler about tuna. I had a cocktail- it was strong, which, of course, is a win. I wish I had tried the cucumber cocktail when I was there. I heard it was amazing from the people we met at the bar. It's just a happy place...with really good food! We will be back for sure!

    Edamame & Deep Fried Sweet Potato Roll (8) & Sassy Girl (8)
    Javana J.

    hands down the best sushi in covington by a long shot, and even the best sushi my partner and i have had this far from the ocean. the first time we went for sushi, we loved the sushi so much we went back two times that week. wabi sabi's food is FRESH, the best spicy crab i've ever had. you can tell the care the chefs put into their rolls. and 50% off ALL rolls dine in & 40% ALL rolls take out - you literally cannot beat that. the servers are personable and have always made us feel welcome. here's the thing though, don't just stick to the sushi. their noodle dishes are seriously incredible. the pad thai, yakisoba, and beef bulgogi are some of the best i've ever had. and if you get take out, the food stays super fresh and warm in case you need to walk it home. you HAVE to go!!!

    Kimchi soup
    Donielle W.

    This place is amazing, especially if you like sushi. I'm honestly not a sushi fan as I don't like seafood, but I have a very adventurous 12 year old and she thinks this place is the best. She always gets the rainbow roll and the California roll. She also loves the flying fish roe and the octopus nigiri. As for me, I'm in love with their spring rolls. The spring rolls are the perfect level of crunch and the sauce is to die for. The gyoza, pork fried dumplings, are amazing too. I've had a lot of other menu items and I've not yet chosen anything bad. I like their soup variety. Their yakisoba noodles are oh so good. The staff are friendly, shout out to Zac! The location is also super convenient and close to everything in Covington. If you are in the area, you should for sure check them out!

    8 Hawaiian Rolls and 8 Love The Cov Rolls
    Cold E.

    If you're looking for a sushi spot that doesn't just serve food but changes your life, look no further than Wabi Sabi in Covington, KY. The moment the first bite of their expertly crafted sushi touched my lips, I felt a profound shift in my soul. It wasn't just delicious--it was life-altering. The flavors were so perfectly balanced, so exquisitely fresh, they awakened something primal in me. I'll admit it: the sushi was so good, I felt an unexpected sensual energy. Yes, that good. And as I savored each bite, a deep sense of reverence washed over me. I don't know if it was the Hawaiian or the Love the Cov, but I found myself believing in something greater--like this meal was a divine sign to get my life together. I suddenly wanted to eat healthier, exercise, take vitamins, and live decades longer. Why? So I could keep coming back to Wabi Sabi for as long as possible. But the experience didn't stop at the food. From the moment I walked in, the ambiance wrapped around me like a warm hug. The lighting, the décor, the faint hum of conversation--it was pure magic. I felt like a kid on Christmas morning, wide-eyed and brimming with excitement, as if each course were a beautifully wrapped gift waiting to be opened. And then there was the service. Every staff member exuded such warmth and attentiveness, I was reminded that humanity still has good people in it. Their kindness wasn't just professional--it felt genuine. By the end of the meal, my faith in humanity had been fully restored, one perfectly timed water refill at a time. This isn't just a restaurant. It's a temple of flavor. An altar of indulgence. Wabi Sabi is more than sushi--it's salvation. Don't walk. RUN. And thank me later. P.S. I'm leaving my family and job to move closer to this place. They'll understand.

    Crab Rangoon and gyoza
    Chad P.

    I always continue to love this place. I don't get back enough but when I do, I go all out. First of all, I have found that it is easier to park in the parking garage literally adjacent to this place one block east. It's $1 an hour to park and it is so much easier than trying to find parking on Madison or side streets. We sat outside tonight out back and the weather was great. Service was also great and we ordered our usual appetizers of gyoza and crab rangoon and then followed with a ton of sushi! I love getting the drunken taco one every time. Also I very much enjoyed their Philly roll and another role that sort of had like a pureed version of tuna but I'm not sure entirely which one it was. This place continues to be a winner and prices are good for what you get. Very busy on a Friday evening even after 8:00 p.m. We didn't have to wait for a table outside though.

    Large size Ginger Salad
    Marie K.

    I had a great experience at Wabi Sabi for lunch. I was in the mood to order appetizers as a meal, so I got the large size ginger salad, seaweed salad, and edamame. I was pleasantly surprised at how generous the ginger salad portion was, even for the price. Everything was reasonably priced. The food was light, refreshing, and delicious, a perfect accompaniment to a hot day. The service was friendly and prompt. There is indoor seating, as well as a back patio with both covered and uncovered sections. It is a great place to go and catch up with a friend over a meal. I am looking forward to going back again soon and trying new dishes.

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    Sushi was fantastic! They didn't have their liquor license yet, so they was a little disappointing, but GREAT food! Cute, casual place!

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    I got the Bento Chicken Lunch and all I can say is WOW. The food is awesome and the price is great. I will be going there a lot.......

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    4.7(45 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    I've been here a couple of times now. The food and service are great. The atmosphere is pleasant…read more Definitely looking forward to more visits in the future! Last night I ordered the crab rangoon roll (again, because I really enjoyed it the last time), a California roll, and a sweet potato roll. All were delicious, the crab rangoon roll is my favorite, great flavor, generous sized roll. The California roll is pretty standard, the sweet potato roll is really good and my favorite vegetation option so far.

    Tasty food, good drink, great service…read more We needed lunch following a morning visit to the aquarium and were not tied to the Levee necessarily. My fella had a hankering for sushi and found Sake Bomb on google, an easy 7ish minute walk straight up the road from the aquarium. The building was under construction and there was an overabundance of signs not only telling you where to go and where not to go, but also about ordering and pick up and other various things. I found that actually quite charming, along with the unnecessary quotation marks. But we entered and were seated right away (it was a late Monday morning, it wasn't gonna be overflowing anyway). I really liked the look and feel of the place and it made it feel very private in our seating spot. I really wanted to enjoy a small adult beverage (it was actually the start of a 2-week vacation for me and I wanted to feel a little indulgent). But the soju options I was eying all came in far too large serving sizes. BUT THEN the server informed me of the smaller sized options, it was just lost in the very busy and overwhelming menu. Perfect! And kudos to him for not pushing a more expensive, greater volume item! My guy ordered a couple rolls for us to share and I also got an order of the seaweed salad (a staple that I LOVE). The food came out quick. The salad portion was HUGE. And the rolls tasted delicious and we both left with our hunger sated. I would definitely recommend the short jaunt away from the Levee for a quieter, tasty meal, if you are in the area and looking for an Asian meal to enjoy.

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    Roji

    4.8(44 reviews)
    1.4 miDowntown

    I went here for my birthday in December, best sushi I've ever had. This puts every sushi I have…read moreever had in a lower class. The service was impeccable and they were so knowledgeable about every fish and all the prep into it. The ambiance was interesting, we had a girl begging for soy sauce and the chef just gave her salt. Was kinda funny to watch but made a little bit of tension. I think the chef handled it in a mature manner, the customer was clearly drunk or something and was not happy with their experience. Like I said this puts all other sushi in a lower classification. So much effort and thought into everything.

    I went to the Thursday 5:00 p.m. seating, and I know I got lucky getting a reservation. I logged on…read morearound 7:00 that morning to book, and I was able to get one on my first try. Several people in my group said they'd tried multiple times without any luck. From what I've heard, Thursday at 5:00 is one of the easier reservations to get, because the Friday and Saturday 7:00 p.m. seatings disappear almost instantly. I've had sushi all over the country (although not all over the world), and this was hands down the best sushi I've ever had. The quality of the fish is incredible--they fly it in from Japan--and every course was beautifully presented. The pairings the chef came up with were amazing and really let the fish shine. The menu changes every day and every season, so you'll never have the exact same experience twice. One of my favorite surprises was the miso soup. The chef explained that the broth is made using the bones from the fish we were eating that evening, and it was honestly one of the best bowls of miso soup I've ever had. The only suggestion I'd make is to have a simple printed menu with the names of each course and maybe a few notes about the ingredients. The chef explains every course, but there are so many Japanese names and details that it's hard to remember everything by the time you leave. I would have loved something to take notes on or even just glance at while he was talking. The only other thing I noticed was that the ending felt just a little rushed. There are seatings at 5:00, 7:00, and 9:00, and by the end of our meal the next group was already waiting in the entryway. It wasn't a big deal, but it was noticeable. The experience is $115 per person, and the required 20% gratuity is paid when you make the reservation. You can also order alcoholic drinks during dinner. At the end, the chef offers an optional add-on (ours was either a $30 bowl or a $12 roll). I skipped it because it featured a type of fish that usually isn't my favorite, but after seeing what the chef did with everything else, I was honestly tempted to give it a try. Maybe next time. This was one of those meals that you keep thinking about long after it's over. Everything was thoughtful, beautifully prepared, and absolutely delicious. I can honestly say it's the best sushi I've ever had, and I'd love to come back every season to see how the menu changes.

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