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    Yaba Sushi

    5.0 (25 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:30 pm

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    Spicy yellowtail and shrimp and mango rolls
    Niamh M.

    Such a great spot for sushi! Got the $13 two maki roll special and was not disappointed. The sushi was freshly made and the quality for great for the price.

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    Zoe M.

    We love Yaba Sushi and it quickly became our go-to spot for sushi takeout! We dined in once but realized it was more of a grab and go type place as it's limited countertop seating. They're consistent with food quality and the service has always been great!

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    Mollie M.

    Yaba Sushi is in the center spot of the 106 Cambridge Building. I SO Hope that this building gets filled again. I was lured in by the Grand Opening Decor. They have sushi, maki, terikyaki, Udon. I ordered an avocado and cucumber sushi to go. They have super cute to go boxes. Great presentation. Enjoyed the food, and the fact that it came out quickly. Will report back when I've had a chance to enjoy more dishes - but so far off to a great start!

    Miso soup, seaweed salad, edamame, ginger soda, spicy salmon roll, spicy yellowtail roll, unagi avocado roll, and spider maki.

    I order for pick up via their website - Miso soup, seaweed salad, edamame, ginger soda, spicy salmon roll, spicy yellowtail roll, unagi avocado roll, and spider maki. It was easy to use the website. The location was easy to find the pickup the food. The food was fresh and tasty.

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    Alex A.

    This was genuinely the best sushi I've ever had. The fish was super fresh!! The salmon especially was SO DELICIOUS and the California roll had real crab meat instead of imitation. I ordered it to-go and it was ready super fast.

    Sashimi appetizer
    Sierra H.

    Ordered Yaba takeout from DoorDash. The fish was very fresh and packaged beautifully. I ordered the caterpillar maki, sashimi appetizer, and hamachi kama/collar. The sashimi appetizer came with seven thick pieces of fish which was very generous given it was only $16. The caterpillar maki was also very large. The hamachi collar was slightly overcooked but nonetheless delicious. Overall, a solid takeout place if you're looking for affordable, good quality fish.

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    Isabel S.

    I was looking for some sushi and stumbled upon this place. It's setup for takeout with a high table with a few seats. Don't let the inside fool you, the sushi is amazing. I ordered the maki flight and it was some of the best sushi I have had. They were not stingy with fish and gave such big pieces. The fish tasted so fresh and soft. Would recommend if you're looking for a quick tasty bite to eat

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    Eve E.

    Super Japanese restaurant for good sushi, chirashi bowl, lunch box. Price from $6 to $22 for a combo. Very small sitting area. Have to try!!

    Jasmine C.

    This is a new place and you have to give this place a try!! After speaking w the owner, they buy their fish from the suppliers that have the fish flown in twice a week from Japan... everything is so fresh!!!!! And they have Waygu!!!! Its a great take out spot and love love the presentation!! Run, u wont regret!

    Soo good! So happy to have a new spot in the neighborhood. Everything was delicious. Highly recommend the teriyaki chicken with fried rice, steamed chicken gyoza, fried spring rolls and the many delicious and beautiful sushi roll options! Generous portions as well!

    Ordered a few rolls and a flight for dinner - everything was so delicious and fresh! I can't believe the high qualify for the low price, truly a hidden gem

    Spicy tuna, spicy yellowtail, salmon avo, tuna avo, rainbow roll, steamed shumai, seaweed salad, edamame

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    Fresh fish and fast service. It's a casual spot with a few seats. Will be coming back for sure.

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    This sushi & sashimi is INCREDIBLY beautiful. As far as I'm concerned it's potentially the BEST in Boston.

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    Some of the best sushi/maki I've had over the last 30 years!! The access to their space is confusing but worth the effort.

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    8 months ago

    Tried this new spot and loved it! We had the special pick 2, gyoza, and some special roles and they even threw in some edamame for us

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    Tora Japanese Restaurant - M1. Pinku Maki

    Tora Japanese Restaurant

    4.4(941 reviews)
    0.7 miChinatown
    $$

    Came to Boston for a work trip and really wanted to eat something light and healthier. I loved it…read moreso much I came back twice! I came during lunchtime on a Monday. It was adequately busy but still had seats open. The lunch menu is very affordable! If you can, I'd highly recommend going for lunch instead of dinner. Service was really quick! Received my meal in like 5-7 mins after ordering. Fish was super fresh and I really liked the different textures in the Hoseki Don. I also added in negitoro. They gave me a big clump of it! The second time I went back, I ordered take out so I could eat it at the airport for dinner. I ordered the Sake Maguro Hamachi don, added ikura and negitoro. Again, so impressed with the quality of the fish and the size of it. They didn't skimp out and really enjoyed the thickness of the sashimi despite it only being 3 pieces. It was a very satiating bowl. Cant wait to come back next time again!

    absolutely adore tora! one of the few places i'd always recommend in boston! fish quality is pretty…read moregood and they have a good variety on the menu! i'd recommend the aburi waygu don but also something more interesting is the kani-yaki tama don however that's a bit more if u like imitation crab! resturant inside is pretty casual and service once seated is usually good and quick however resturant itself is very small so wait times on weekends are ALWAYS long but again it's a given for how popular the resturant is! (p.s. i've been here soooo many times times so i'd also say quality has always been consistent)

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    Inside!

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    K11. Sake Maguro Hamachi Don

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    Nagomi Izakaya

    4.2(147 reviews)
    1.8 mi

    Amazing Ramen near the University! Everything inside was clean and service was amazing. We started…read moreoff with gyoza and takoyaki. Both were insanely delicious and forecasted an amazing dinner. Each of us got different bowls of Ramen; the regular, the miso, and the wonton. All three were amazing with Rich stock and the noodles were insanely delicious as were the toppings. I loved the Chachu pork, thick cut, and perfectly smoked. Would recommend!

    The Best All-Around Izakaya in Boston Nagomi Izakaya in…read moreKenmore Square is easily one of the most well-rounded Japanese spots in the city. Whether you're here for high-end sushi, creative small plates, or comforting kitchen dishes, everything is executed at a very high level. We ordered a massive spread, and almost every single dish was a hit. The Raw Bar & Sushi: * Oysters: These were 10/10. Incredibly fresh, perfectly halved, and meticulously cleaned--not a single piece of shell in sight. We loved them so much we had to go for a second round. * 8pc Omakase & 6pc Aburi Set: Both sets were fantastic. The Aburi (torched) set is a must-try for that smoky melt-in-your-mouth texture. * Uni Nigiri: Even my wife, who usually avoids raw fish, was won over by how creamy and fresh the Uni was. * Tuna Tataki: This was the only "just okay" dish for me. It had good flavor, but I think it would have been elevated with some shredded daikon and a colder temperature. Kitchen & Family Favorites: * Foie Gras Appetizer: Rich, decadent, and a perfect way to start the meal. * Sea Bass: My son absolutely loved this; he finished the entire portion with rice. * Snow Crab Roll: An excellent option for those who prefer cooked rolls. * Tonkotsu Ramen: We finished off the meal with a hot bowl of ramen, which was the perfect savory "topper" to a great dinner. The Experience: The service is efficient and the wait times for food were surprisingly short given how much we ordered. One of the biggest takeaways was the value. The pricing is very fair for this level of quality; back home in Nashville, a meal like this would have easily cost significantly more. The Verdict: While I would love to see a few more small, refreshing salad dishes on the menu to balance out the richness, I left extremely happy. This is a top-tier dining experience and a definite "must-visit" whenever I'm back in town!

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    Somenya - Soba restaurant - Cold spicy beef soba

    Somenya - Soba restaurant

    4.4(194 reviews)
    0.7 miChinatown
    $$

    I was really impressed with my experience here. I stopped by on a weekday evening where there was…read morebasically no wait at all. We started with a salmon yamakake ($13) which had a very fresh, delicate flavor. The grated yam adds a super gooey texture which might not be for everyone. Both of us went for hot udon dishes and tried the beef sukiyaki ($20) and roast duck ($25). I loved how the broth in each dish was unique, super savory, yet light at the same time. I was initially a little bit annoyed at the price point for these dishes, but after seeing just how much protein each udon came with, I felt that the price was very fair. The udon was bouncy, chewy, and a decent portion size. I ended up having to take some leftovers home. Of the noodle soups I've had in Boston over the past year, I think the broth at Somenya has been my favorite! I can't wait to come here again to warm up with their broth on a cold winter day.

    I've been here a couple times. The soba noodles were refreshing and the broth has been umami. Had…read morethe tofu here as well. The service was pretty typical, so the wait staff were friendly and attentive. Ambiance and decor was pretty cool too. The pricing is pretty typical of Chinatown Boston restaurants. 8/10: food gets the job done. Effort was shown to the dishes but nothing was extremely mind blowing. Definitely worth a try.

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    Somenya - Soba restaurant - Interior

    Interior

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    Spicy snow crab meat hot soba

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    Fuji at Ink Block - Miss Waldorf *(G) Prism Dream *(G) Mings Mango Maki *(G)

    Fuji at Ink Block

    4.5(774 reviews)
    1.1 miSouth End
    $$$

    The udon was absolutely delicious... I gave it five out of five without hesitation after just one…read morebite. XO Seafood Udon: The restaurant specifically labeled it "wok-tossed," and it truly had a wonderful wok-hei鑊氣 (wok aroma), with an irresistible fragrance as soon as it arrived at the table. The XO sauce was extremely rich, sweet and umami, and the udon noodles were soft on the outside and bouncy on the inside; the sauce was glossy, smooth, but not greasy, allowing it to coat the noodles evenly and infuse them with flavor. The shrimp, squid, and scallops were all fresh and large, making for a very satisfying meal. The shrimp, in particular, were coated with a thin layer of starch before being pan-fried, adding layers of texture and locking in the juices. This plate removed the scallions and onions to suit my taste, and if you like spicy food, adding a little chili oil would greatly enhance the flavor. The restaurant had an elegant and refined ambiance, and the service was attentive, making it a very relaxing place.

    WOW! An awesome experience!!! I went here for my birthday…read morewith my parents and boyfriend, and this had been on my want to go list for years, and I am so glad I can finally cross it off! When I made the reservation online I put that the occasion it was for was my birthday- I notice that most restaurants don't pay attention to this on OpenTable, but Fuji definitely did! We were seated quickly and with no issue at all, despite it being pretty crowded. The vibe was intimate and classy- a great spot for date night, or for dinner with your parents. At our table was a card (in the pictures) which was such a nice touch and was a great start to the meal. Our waitress was awesome, and it seemed like there was a floor manager too that was making sure everyone was happy. It felt like the staff truly cared and wanted to make sure everyone was having a good time and experience. Our waitress checked in on us multiple times, and was very helpful with the menu. Speaking of the menu, I was very pleased to see the amount of vegetarian dishes! You don't see that often at Japanese restaurants! For our appetizers we got the lobster Rangoon and spicy edamame. Technically the tofu is an app but you would never guess that from the portion size. The edamame were outstanding! They were spicy as expected and were so tasty. We demolished the whole bowl. The Rangoons were also amazing- the chunks of lobster were divine. I myself love lobster and crab Rangoons, so a combo?! Amazing. Both the edamame and lobster Rangoons are can't misses. For our entrees/ mains we got the crispy soy noodles, miss Waldorf roll, sweet potato roll, tofu, and fried rice. The miss Waldorf roll is amazing, and I can not wait to go back and get more sushi. Truly the best sushi I have had in boston. There are other upscale sushi restaurants I have been to that charge a pretty penny but taste like grocery store sushi. Fuji is not one of those- it was truly exceptional sushi. The sweet potato roll was also delicious! I am very picky about my sweet potato rolls and had one that I have dreamt about since I had it in 2022. I have finally found a sweet potato roll that matches my standards. The crispy soy noodles were also amazing! They reminded e of one of my favorite restaurants when I was a kid and it filled me with such joy to eat something with that flavor. The serving size was pretty big too, and they were not shy on the shrimp! Note though, they were a tad oily (I added a little bit of soy sauce to balance it out). The fried rice was also very good and tasted like a good bowl of comfort fried rice. My parents ate it with the tofu and liked it! The only dish I would want some change in is the tofu- it wasn't bad but compared to the other dishes it definitely lacked the flavor punch you get in the rest of the dishes. The sauce was okay with it. After dinner our waitress brought a slice of vanilla crepe cake and ice cream! This was such a nice touch and it was SO good!!!!! It was the first time I ever had crepe cake but I loved it! I'm not sure if they have a dessert menu or not (we weren't asked if we wanted to see one) but I would love to go back and get that cake again! Overall I am beyond happy that I picked this spot for my birthday- I had an amazing experience and amazing food. Will definitely be back!

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    Fuji at Ink Block - Nagano and Miso Soup and Salad from Sashimi Lunch Set

    Nagano and Miso Soup and Salad from Sashimi Lunch Set

    Fuji at Ink Block - Dear Hyung (~$26)

    Dear Hyung (~$26)

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    Shōjō-Boston - Popcorn Chicken

    Shōjō-Boston

    3.9(1.1k reviews)
    0.7 miChinatown
    $$

    I was staying at the Ritz and had made a reservation at Legal down the block because it seemed like…read morea right of passage after being in Boston so often and never having hit it. When we walked into Legal, the place was dead, the music was awful, and the vibe was just not there. So we sat at the bar and grabbed a drink while searching for a place to get an actual dinner where we could find last-minute reservations. Shojo in Chinatown came up with great reviews and after looking at the menu and seeing that we could get a reservation, we headed over. It was a short walk from the Ritz and Chinatown is just such a fun place with great energy. When we walked in, we knew we had made the right call and were easily able to switch our reservation from a table to bar seats, which is always an added bonus. The place is low lit and the music is on the louder side, but nothing was excessive to the point that we didn't enjoy our time there. We ordered a variety of drinks while there - a Toki Highball draft, a spicy tequila drink with lemongrass, a few different types of Japanese whiskeys as well (they have a really extensive list). As far as food goes, they categorize their menu into Snacks, Baos, and Rice, Noodles, and Dumplings. There's a lot of vegetarian friendly options, which is always a plus for me. My highlights were the 7 vegetable stir fry, fried eggplant bao, edamame dumplings, and the Thai veggie spring rolls. The salt and pepper calamari was also really great. Everything was terrific and really unique. Service was good - not great, but they took notice of empty glasses and were quick to bring out food, so I have absolutely no complaints. Shojo is somewhere I'd absolutely return to when staying in the area, I'm really happy we all turned what would have been a very touristy, depressing experience into something with a WAY better vibe and time!

    This place was fun! We sat at the bar and got delicious mai tais in fun cups. For apps we got the…read moreTaiwanese Basil Popcorn Chicken and it was good but could have used more chicken, felt like too many pieces of just fried batter - the green herb aioli on the side was sooo good though! We also got the Sichuan Ribeye Bao which was good but felt too dry - could have used some type of sauce! The environment was fun.

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    Shōjō-Boston - Bar area

    Bar area

    Shōjō-Boston - Roasted Bone Marrow

    Roasted Bone Marrow

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