Kanji Sushi Bar

Review №1

Rating: 4

Date: a month ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

Best sushi I ever had. We liked everything we ordered, but the King Kong was our absolute favorite.

Date: a month ago

Review №3

Rating: 4

Date: a month ago

Review №4

Rating: 5

Innovative taste maker in the College Station/Bryan area. Friendly and attentive staff. Ellie was a delight. Loved dining alone here and hearing the tables next to me proclaim how good their meals were. The Bluefin Maki roll is the most unique and quality tuna based roll I ve ever had. Love the art that s in the space and wish there were more pieces to admire!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №5

Rating: 3

wanted to love it but didn t. service was okay and food was also okay, maybe they were having a bad night not sure, was my boyfriends second time and said it was subpar

Date: 2 months ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

Small, trendy, bustling sushi bar and restaurant. Very convenient if staying at The Stella. Full bar with a decent wine and sake selection. Great service and delicious food. We had a selection of appetizers (the tempura shrimp and calamari are awesome) and several rolls. Did not try the entrees but they looked delicious. Highly recommend if in the area. Make a reservation!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №7

Rating: 3

The food was good. Service was okay.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №8

Rating: 2

Great food. Service has absolutely gone down. Even went a 2nd time - ZERO improvement, a pattern had evolved unfortunately.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №9

Rating: 5

Hands down the best sushi place in CS/Bryan area! The dishes are scrumptious and perfectly executed. The menu is abundant in choices and dishes are very creative. Vegetarian options available. Highly recommend this place!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

I was there for my birthday with my advisor that was such an awesome experience the atmosphere and food was great!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Great sushi and eclectic atmosphere. Everything is prestige and more importantly the food tastes really fresh. I had the yellowtail and tuna nigiri and each were fantastic. I highly recommend. Especially for those staying at the Stella hotel.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

Best sushi in Bryan. A lot of the menu is a not traditional sushi, so bring your sense of adventure and willingness to try new takes on sushi. If you cant do that, they still have a traditional side to the menu for you to enjoy.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №14

Rating: 4

Not your usual traditional sushi. We will be back, but will stick to the traditional side of the menu. Service was excellent. All ingredients were quality.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

I would say that Kanji is hands down the best restaurant in town. Food quality and taste are top notch.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

I have had sushi in 12 different states, and this is the best sushi of my life. The menu is exceptionally unique, but every item is carefully crafted to be visually stunning and serve a delicious fantasy. The Bluefin Toro roll is the must scrumptious thing I have ever eaten. The bluefin tuna belly is decident, the asain pear in the roll is refreshing, and I get an endorphine high by the time I am done eating it. I normally cant handle spicy food, but the Blazing Mango roll delivers the flavor the wasabi, jalepenos, and chili tobiko (things I can never eat) without the punch of the heat. While I may be a desert snob (I reject most deserts in College Station), Kanjis black sesame ice cream is a must-have. I have never experienced an ice cream flavor quite like it, but it has become my favorite ice cream flavor. Of course the atmosphere is incredble, and the service has always been consistantly amazing. You can even do sushi making classes! In my opinion, Kanji Sushi is the best resturant in Bryan/College Station in terms of flavor, experience, service, and consistancy.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №19

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №20

Rating: 1

Terrible service. Food was okay, but for two people with a couple nigirs each it became a 300$ dinner but still waiting 25 min for water refills

Date: 7 months ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №22

Rating: 5

Went on Valentines day. Great food and price was actually cheaper than I expected. For my budget, still definitely falls into the fancy date night category but was very pleased with my experience. Delicious sushi rolls and great atmosphere/environment. Love its location on Lake walk.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

Great sushi in the BCS area. Excellent selection of Japanese beers and drink list. I would recommend a visit!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Had lunch with an old friend at Kanji Sushi today and it was absolutely amazing! We each got a chopped salad and shared some rolls which was the perfect balance of light and decadent at such a beautiful location. Vegetarian options: The Chopped Salad was a good entree portion and paired with some steamed edamame for some protein would make a perfect meal. Parking: There was Kanji Carry Out reserved parking; as well as, several lots around the retail center.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

What an amazing culinary and dining experience. The sushi was incredible and Eriana s recommendations were perfect! Great date night or family outing - will absolutely come back! Thank you again!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

Food was delicious! Our server was very friendly and attentive! Will definitely return!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

We saw the Kanji Sushi segment on The Texas Bucket List and decided to make a foodie road trip (from Galveston County to Bryan, TX); great decision! The food was delicious and the service delightful; kudos to Chef Tai for delivering on our expectations!!!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

Ellie was an absolute angel, she took care of our every need and went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with our meals. The restaurant is beautiful and the staff is amazing and very accommodating. 10/10 would come back.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

Food was of the highest quality, our server Cameron was personably and very responsive to all our requests. Will definitely go back when we are in town.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

Our waiter was Ellie, we had a big party of 10. (Lisa was part of that party.) Anyhow, we had a great time, the food was AMAZING. I recommend the Blazing Mango roll. Strange ingredients, but they WORKED amazingly well together in that roll. Ellie, and the rest of the staff did a fantastic job. Atmosphere was nice, very sharp.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Ariana was amazing! Best food and best service in town!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 5

What a wonderful culinary experience!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

This was our second time at Kanji, and we enjoyed it. We had several great rolls and desert. Our waitress Eriana recommended the creme Brule. It was unique and delicious. The Black Sesame Ice Cream was savory and sweet, definitely different.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

Everything was fresh, clean, and delicious. We only stopped eating when we absolutely could not eat any more. Bonus: Its always nice to see Chef Tai. Hes a super gracious man and a very talented entrepreneur.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 5

Best sushi in the B/CS area and it isn t close. I usually don t leave reviews but had to for this. Incredible.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

So awesome Omakase here. Couldn t be better than any others in Aggieland.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

I haven t been back to College Station in years and went for a work conference. I was quite surprised by the additions! To my surprise, CS/ Bryan finally have a decent sushi spot!!! The atmosphere was great. Would be great for a date night, girls night or even if you are alone and want to sit at the bar. The service was impeccable. Server was attentive and very sweet. The food was amazing. Quality sushi and great taste.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 4

Food was good, service was ok. Too pricey for certain dishes with the amount youre getting.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 5

My recent dining experience at Kanji Sushi was nothing short of enchanting, thanks in large part to the culinary artistry of Chef Tae. From the moment we stepped into the restaurant, Chef Taes warm hospitality set the stage for an afternoon of gastronomic delight. Chef Tae was not just a chef; he was a gracious host who took the time to connect with us as his guests. His passion for sushi and dedication to his craft were palpable as he guided us through a culinary journey that left an indelible mark on our taste buds. The sushi at Kanji, under Chef Taes skilled hands, was nothing short of a revelation. Each piece was a testament to his expertise and commitment to perfection. The flavours were exquisite, and the presentation was a work of art. It was evident that Chef Tae poured his heart and soul into each creation, and we felt truly blessed to have experienced his culinary magic. Hands down, Kanji Sushi is one of the best sushi places Ive had the pleasure of visiting. The combination of Chef Taes skill, the quality of the ingredients, and the overall ambiance of the restaurant creates a dining experience that transcends the ordinary. Five stars are an understatement for an establishment that has truly mastered the art of sensory dining. A heartfelt thank you to Chef Tae for the incredible lunch; it was a pleasure meeting you.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 4

Good sushi spot, and the price tag really reflects it. Come for the sushi and maybe the appetizers. The non-sushi dishes are okay, probably overpriced for what you re getting. Their sushi dishes are still pricey, but better portioned, and taste great. It s a fancy restaurant, so portions are small and prices are high. It is a very nice spot, and they have lots of different sushi dishes to try. Would recommend for a special occasions, but not if you re just looking for good sushi and/or are on a budget.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Amazing is all I can say. The sea bass with the miso sauce is delectable. 10/10 recommend. Edamame was a good choice to fight of the hunger as this beautiful meal was prepared. H2O from the finest source, a filtered water supply. And I also tried the matcha crème brûlée, which as you well know was amazing. The price point isn t bad for what you get. The atmosphere is nice, aesthetically pleasing, and the pond nearby makes for a great place to recollect your thoughts after you ve been blown away by this meal.

Date: a year ago

Review №45

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №46

Rating: 5

Delicious and great quality food! One of the best spots in town.

Date: a year ago

Review №47

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

had lunch and dinner here during visit for A&M career fair, and the nigiri sushi I had was fantastic. a bit pricy (expected) as it is an upscale sushi restaurant, but totally worth it! looking forward to eating here at Kanji sushi again soon.

Date: a year ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

The best, everything is delicious, great attention!

Date: a year ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

Great place and one of the few, if not the only place to get real blue fin in town.

Date: a year ago

Review №51

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №52

Rating: 3

Excellent quality and very fresh, unfortunately the prices are too high and sauces too heavy. After tax and tip, $7 for fresh wasabi and $30 for two pieces of otoro is difficult to justify. Rolls themselves were good, but both were swimming in sauces that made them soggy and overpowered the flavor of the fish, not what you expect for a $37 roll. We both felt with such high quality ingredients the sauces were completely unnecessary. Our server was knowledgeable and attentive; I do think management should always come by to ask how everything was though. Well likely give it another shot after more time has passed to see if any of the above has improved.

Date: a year ago

Review №53

Rating: 5

Bluefin Toro roll is a must have!

Date: a year ago

Review №54

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

I ve had a lot of sushi and this was the best by far! We shared several rolls and they were all amazing. The drinks were good, staff was friendly, the atmosphere was nice and location is great. Highly recommend!

Date: a year ago

Review №56

Rating: 3

Went here for date night. Cons: hostess didn t great us, she just yelled at us: RESERVATION?! Overpriced , nothing special to be honest. My husband and I have tried so much sushi in all USA, Mexico and Europe. So we weren t impressed with the sushi and the pricing. Positive; waitress was friendly , but they seemed overwhelmed for such a small place. Drinks were good and tasty! I ll give it 3 stars because I wasn t impressed with 4 tiny pieces of blue fin tuna for $16. Not very friendly host. Also, I would suggest maybe some curtains in their side of the bar - it was SO bright at 6pm. I would invest in some shade. If I m spending money $150+ on sushi I guess I d rather go to 40 tempura or Oishi in college station. Sorry not sorry for my review

Date: a year ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Chef and staff were amazing! Owner went out of his way to speak with us about his flavor inspirations and make us an off-menu item that catered to specific flavors I prefer. Phenomenal service and food. An absolute Whoop!

Date: a year ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

We had a great time celebrating my boyfriends birthday at Kanji! Our waitress, who was also bartending, was amazing and gave us great recommendations! Stay for dessert and get the matcha cheesecake, you won t regret it!

Date: a year ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

This is an absolute gem of a sushi restaurant, I cannot recommend it enough. Everything was delicious, the staff was polite and attentive. Every roll was delicate, flavorful and absolutely decadent. Their signature nigiris were so clean and fresh. I couldn t get enough and wish I lived closer to Kanji. I cannot say it enough to come here and experience their sushi. Would definitely recommend getting a reservation for a weekend visit. 10/10 sushi restaurant.

Date: a year ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Excellent food, service and atmosphere. This was my first time trying sushi and the bar is set so high now.

Date: a year ago

Review №61

Rating: 5

Been to Kanji a few times since opening for date nights! Definitely the best sushi in town, and the staff are all very nice. First time trying walu and suzuki sashimi as well, and the walu is a new favorite

Date: a year ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №63

Rating: 4

Truly the best sushi restaurant in town. Not a cheap meal but definitely worth it. I m not giving the full 5 stars because the dinner felt cheapened when our waitress brought over the electronic device to pay. She held the device while we inserted the card and intently stared at the screen while we selected her tip. If I m paying $200+, I at least want the privacy to pay. The payment process makes it feel like you re at Chili s or Olive Garden. Could be a top tier restaurant otherwise.

Date: a year ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

Wonderful omasake experience. The owner and staff were incredibly well-educated and prepared a sake pairing list for the dinner. The owner taught us about sushi preparation, cuts of fish, Japanese culture, and traditional ways to eat sashimi (other than buckets of soy sauce). I left the restaurant VERY full and loaded with fun facts to share. The dinner was such a special experience to share with my parents, too. Thank you, chef! Dietary restrictions: Gluten free soy sauces, flexible menu for allergies

Date: a year ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Best dinner in College Station we ve had in a long time. Highly recommend a visit. Everything we had was amazing. Service with Jeffrey was great as well. Chef Tai roll and gyoza were delicious as well, in addition to everything pictured below. Definitely best gyoza and sushi in BCS.

Date: a year ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Excellent food and great service. An excellent meal and lovely location. A must for visitors and locals.

Date: a year ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Had a wonderful time enjoying amazingly fresh sushi. David s service was absolutely fantastic and elevated the experience for the evening! Consider yourself lucky if he s attending to you! Highly recommend a stop by this superb restaurant!

Date: a year ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

Sofia was absolutely spot on on all of her recommendations. This is our new go to sushi spot in BCS.

Date: a year ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

Chef Tau does it again. This sushi can be on Iron Chef. He returned back to hits roots as a sushi chef and before he became a successful restaurant entrepreneur. So glad you bring fabulous food to Aggieland!

Date: a year ago

Review №72

Rating: 5

Chef Tai is the BEST!!

Date: a year ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

Great food and atmosphere! I loved the summer roll and the green tea crème brûlée!

Date: a year ago

Review №74

Rating: 4

Our reservation wasnt available when we arrived though they managed to find a table quickly. I recommend the fireball sushi.

Date: a year ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

March 2023 - A hidden gem in College Station & the best in what they do. Japanese theme/ touch is in everything, including the cocktails - will have to experiment with several to find the one you like :) Food was outstanding- really impressed with the food quality. Some items on the menu really surprised me - to find this in a small town in Texas - Impressed! Although the restaurant has been open just few months, I think they have it figured out. Took away a star for atmosphere only because of the floors - not sure if the peeling floor paint finish was intentional :)

Date: a year ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

Wonderful food, attentive service. The combination of flavors in the rolls was exquisite. Highly recommend Chef Tai s newest restaurant

Date: a year ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Great sushi! All the ingredients were fresh, and the flavors melded perfectly. Our server, David, was attentive and knowledgeable about the various dishes, including their sourcing. We plan to go back soon.

Date: a year ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Amazing! One of the best sushi experiences I ve had in a long time. The service was wonderful. The vibe was great. The food was excellent. Will definitely be returning.

Date: a year ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

Great food and ambiance, well priced, and excellent service! Enjoyed our dinner very much, ask for David as your waiter - he won t disappoint!!

Date: a year ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Someone asked me recently what I mean by real sushi. The fish has to be served cold, rice should be seasoned but not so much that it overpowers the taste of the raw fish. Rice should be cooked where the granules still separate and not mushed together. Depending on the cut of fish, textures should have varying chews but never leathery and never ever a fishy canned tuna taste. If you get specialized rolls with sauces, then the sauces should be light so you can taste the fish. Kanji is the only real sushi restaurant in town. After trying a few other highly rated sushi restaurants in BCS, we gave up on finding sushi in this town. We went to Kanji with apprehension but were hugely impressed. The cocktails were delicious and unique. The sushi was fresh. They even had uni from Santa Barbara, and if you know you know. We lived in NorCal for 10+ years and had amazing access to sushi, and weve also traveled to Japan and had sushi at the fish markets. This place is the real deal. Keep up the good work chefs!

Date: a year ago

Review №82

Rating: 5

So good! I went with a group of friends and our server, Kirk, took great care of us! We tried the oyster shooters for fun and they were so tasty! Everything was delicious, but I especially enjoyed Chef Soons special roll. If you are dining with a large party, I would suggest making reservations in advance if possible. Happy to have this new restaurant in Bryan!

Date: a year ago

Review №83

Rating: 4

The sushi was great. The Blushing Geisha was delicious. My only complaint was the chairs are very uncomfortable. Luckily we were not there for long, as the food did come pretty quickly, as did our drinks. The portion I had was small but we also ordered dessert and it was amazing. The King Kong roll was my favorite dish of the 3 ordered.

Date: a year ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

We had an amazing experience, the fish is super fresh and delicious we also had amazing service. Everything was supe quick. The matcha cheesecake is a must have

Date: a year ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Chef Tai has done it again! Phenomenal Miso soup Chef Soon s Special The Otoro wow Every roll I have ordered has been very nice in taste and texture. In between ginger bites I have decided that Kanji will be in heavy rotation for relaxing lunch vibes and romantic dates with the gf. Make sure to save room for a matcha green tea cheesecake slice.

Date: a year ago

Review №87

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №88

Rating: 5

We had a great time enjoying amazing sushi. The Sake-tini was a wonderful drink. The oyster shooters were delicious. We tried a bunch of rolls and desserts. They were all wonderful. The service was awesome too. We ll be back

Date: a year ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

Great food! Best sushi in College Station by far. The drinks were good and interesting, the Blushing Geisha was a favorite and the Cucumber and Japanese Mint salad was very good. The staff was great and even an issue with the wrong sushi dish was handled with grace. Overall, worth checking out if you re willing to spend a pretty penny on some high quality food.

Date: a year ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

I just needed a quick dinner since I was staying at the Stella. I placed a to go order. Host was BEYOND helpful and so friendly. Great recommendations and literally the best sushi Ive had. Like butter!

Date: a year ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №92

Rating: 5

Amazing sushi! The quality and care put into each dish was fantastic. The freshness of the seafood comes through in each flavorful bite. I had two different rolls and sampled some of my friends rolls. Not disappointed in anything I ate. Try the Shima Aji sashimi, it will melt in your mouth. I also had the Fire Ball and Tropical Island Rolls. Highly recommend this place. Vegetarian options: Menu offered vegan options but I didnt try them. Parking: Little parking right in front but ample parking in lots to the rear and side.

Date: a year ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Excellent food. Kid-friendliness: Not for kids Food : 5/5 |

Date: a year ago

Review №94

Rating: 5

So happy there s a posh, chic sushi place in College Station! Everything we had was delicious. Ambiance is great, servers and chef were very friendly. Highly recommend!

Date: a year ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

I don t write reviews, ever. I just feel the need to talk about how absolutely amazing this place was. The staff were so kind, and the food was delicious. The only thing I m wondering is what is put into the King Kong roll? It was so flipping good, I wanted to try making it myself. Would recommend

Date: a year ago

Review №96

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Absolutely delicious and so flavorful and fresh! Staff was great, really a delightful dinner spot.

Date: a year ago

Review №98

Rating: 5

Run don t walk! Everything here is so fresh and delicious. The service is fantastic. Seriously one of the best experiences I ve had dining in town!

Date: a year ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Awesome new sushi restaurant right next to the Stella Hotel! Awesome menu, super fresh sushi selections, and great flavor combinations! Our whole family loved it and well DEFINITELY be back!

Date: a year ago

Review №100

Rating: 5

Amazing sushi, amazing atmosphere, perfect place to enjoy the best sushi in Bryan / College Station. Excellent service and I m looking forward to returning many times over A+

Date: a year ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

We loved Kanji! Highly recommend for something new and fresh and different in Bryan/College Station. The Chef s Soon Special was definitely the favorite. It had a nice pop of flavor that was very different and addictive. The Hamachi Gone Wild was fine but more bland. Next time we will probably try a different roll for the second one. The interiors aren t as dark or fancy as we had originally expected but it s nice to have a good sushi place nearby and we will be back.

Date: a year ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

Soft opening, but you d never know it. Exceptional food, great service, smooth cocktails, and love the buildout and ambiance. Particularly loved the little tidbits of information provided by the wait staff- really enhanced the experience. Chef Tai s best restaurant so far!

Date: a year ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Wonderful ambiance, exquisite food, and top notch staff. We will be back!

Date: a year ago

Review №104

Rating: 5

Kanji sushi was an amazing, delicious restaurant. My fiancé and I loved every part of our meal. Our drinks were unique and yummy; we got the Pear martini and the Lychee drink. We got edamame and the gyoza which were wonderful starters. For our main, we got the tradition and the King Kong. Both were very good but I personally loved the King Kong one the most. So excited to add a new, excellent sushi place to the BCS area!!

Date: a year ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Kanji! What an amazing experience in Bryan, located right in the Lake Walk area. This is one of kind. Chef Tai Lee and Chef Soon are amazing at what they do and the menu is so flavorful and exciting, it makes you want to try everything in sight, but I don t blame you! They re bringing their passion to the Bryan community and it s a must try!

Date: a year ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

Excellent service and food. Their menu items are so creative and delicious. Best sushi within 90 miles of Bryan

Date: a year ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

The place definitely has a great vibe for your date night. Uni and eel are recommended!!!! Super fresh and fantastic quality!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

Everything was perfect and we loved our waitress, Sofia, so much!

Date: a year ago

Review №110

Rating: 5

It s small, reservation is the best way to go. Service is great. We only tried these sushis: King Kong, hamachi, and Aggie land. Just do not order hamachi and you will be alright. We will come back and try more sushi and you should as well. Good luck!

Date: a year ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Top notch sushi experience. The fish is fresh and the presentation is phenomenal. I felt like I was dining a top notch sushi restaurant in NYC. Vegetarian options: Will make whatever you want for dietary restrictions. Parking: Plenty of parking

Date: a year ago

Review №112

Rating: 5

Had a really wonderful experience at the 10 course tasting menu event hosted at Solt in preparation for the grand opening. Chef Tai personally came around describing each dish as they came out, and all of the service was lovely and fast. I see how hard he works as a restauranteur and am sure this will carry over into the new location. Ill give my thoughts on each dish below; but there wasnt a single one I didnt gladly finish. Tuna & Hamachi Tartare - great intro, cream sauce with chili was a perfect compliment. The crunch on top helped with the texture to not be so mushy on the whole Dumplings with Mushroom Crisp - wow, dumplings are so tender from streaming and I love the pan fried bottom. Mushroom Crisp was the star though, absolute umami bomb plus the textual contrast to the supple dumplings Hamachi nigiri with banana pepper - well seasoned, I liked the banana pepper as a topping. Wish it was 2pc! Salmon nigiri with seared skin and enoki mushroom - liked the seared skin, super light flavor. I think it should have come before the hamachi bc of how delicate its flavor was Bluefin tuna with sea urchin roe and wasabi stem - my partner didnt like the wasabi stem, I liked it but honestly it just as well could have been the root for a spicier sensation. I dont think the roe added much here, the bluefin flavor shined through (which is a good thing!) Nori with tuna, cilantro, lime, soybean paper - wasnt expecting this flavor combo so it threw me at first but I like it. It benefited a lot from soy sauce and wasabi; its super light tasting and needs that salt + glutamate combo to accentuate the southwestern flavors Crab, cream cheese roll with salmon and pico de gallo / lemon rind topping - my favorite so far, wonderful flavor combo; fresh and zingy. Didnt need any soy sauce, the acid/citrus balance is already perfect Seared salmon with broth, mushrooms - flaky and tender, crispy skin, garlic flavor was subtle but just the right potency for this application Strip steak with mushroom demiglase, curry butter and roasted potatoes - WOW this flavor! I think if anything, the demiglase and curry butter could be separate; they both have so much to offer and pair perfectly with the steak. The roasted potatoes are flavor bombs, crispy and extremely umami Miso soup - good, nothing special just salty and mildly flavored Chocolate truffles - good, relatively dark chocolate. Needs salt to balance; the sesame seed one was my favorite because of the small amount of salt inherent to them. Matcha got totally washed out by chocolate. The other two of course just tasted like chocolate. I think all of them would be better with a bit more salt. Quantity was perfect for the richness of the chocolate, not everyone will want them at this level of darkness though (my partner likes it on the sweeter end, I thought it was just right)

Date: a year ago