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Made for those who seek out specific fish-focused preparations when they decide on Japanese cuisine.

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Sushi restaurant

Cozy, intimate sushi restaurant with a relaxed and welcoming vibe. Small dining room requires reservations due to limited seating and high demand. Offers thoughtful omakase, fresh fish, and an amazing sake selection in a setting that feels warm and authentic rather than pretentious.

Omakase offers exceptional fish quality comparable to Japan with excellent rice that enhances nigiri. The 12-piece set delivers a delicious, well-priced sushi experience with attentive service.

Fish here is very fresh and of impeccable quality, rivaling omakase in Japan. Each piece is prepared expertly with clear descriptions of the fish's origin and pairing.

People are saying

"The Omakase here is delicious, with incredibly fresh fish."

"The omakase here is amazing and better than I expected."

"The fish here is so fresh and tastes excellent."

Good to know

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Reservations are required at least two weeks in advance to dine there.

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The restaurant is reservation only and does not accept walk-ins.

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Seating is limited due to the small size of the restaurant.

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Small sushi restaurant with bar seats and tables offers a cozy atmosphere and fills up quickly. Fresh fish and great presentation define the dining experience, attracting families and seniors with inexpensive prices. Busy periods can lead to wait times due to limited staff.

Fresh fish stands out as the key feature here, with sushi chefs skilled in their craft. Popular dishes include Crispy Rice, Tuna Crunch, and Yellowtail Jalapeno Sashimi, alongside rolls like the Crunch Roll and Albacore Jalapeรฑo Roll.

Freshness stands out with fish that melts in the mouth. The quality of the fish is the key focus here.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and beautifully presented."

"I thought the Japanese food here was the best in the state."

"The fish here is so fresh and delicious."

Good to know

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Happy hour features a variety of sushi selections.

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The restaurant can fill up quickly, especially during peak hours.

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Expect longer wait times when the restaurant is busy.

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Poke bar

Pick-up and go setup with no dine-in options creates a quick, efficient atmosphere. Fresh ingredients and customizable bowls attract those seeking affordable prices without sacrificing quality. Small fish slices and unique spicy sauces add distinctive flavors to the experience.

Poke bowls come fresh and are made right in front of you. You can customize fish, sauce, and toppings, with an option to add tempura flakes for extra crunch.

Fresh fish forms the core of the menu, with options to customize the type, sauce, and toppings in poke bowls. Fish slices come smaller than usual, paired with a variety of delicious sauces.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is so fresh and customizable."

"I found the fish here to be fresh and delicious."

"The food here is always fresh and delicious."

Good to know

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Poki Naya offers the best deal on poke bowls, being 3-4 dollars cheaper than others.

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The large 5 protein bowl costs $15.77 after taxes.

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It is easy to customize your bowl.

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Japanese restaurant

Small space with cozy atmosphere and clean dine-in area offers fresh poke bowls praised for quality and taste. Quick takeout service operates in a strip mall with free parking, featuring reasonable prices and a variety of other food options.

Poke bowls stand out with their freshness, healthiness, and delicious taste. They are a key highlight of the menu and consistently well made.

Freshness stands out with very fresh fish in every bowl. The sauce complements the fish well, especially in the Booster and lemon options. Quantity varies, sometimes leaving a wish for more fish.

People are saying

"I found the poke bowls to be so fresh and delicious."

"The fish here is so fresh and delicious."

"Their poke bowls are so fresh and delicious."

Good to know

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Ample free parking is available in the strip mall.

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Prices for poke bowls are very reasonable, averaging around $15.

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The restaurant has a small dine-in area but is very clean.

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Japanese restaurant

Cozy Japanese restaurant with traditional izakaya-style ambiance featuring warm golden lighting and rustic tableware. Atmosphere feels like a back alley of Tokyo, intimate and soothing with soft music and friendly service. Sushi bar upfront allows watching chefs craft fresh sushi, enhancing the authentic vibe.

Rich, flavorful tonkotsu ramen features thin noodles and tender chashu. Sushi rolls stay consistently good, and the pick 3 bento box offers a generous variety of Japanese dishes.

Fish arrives incredibly fresh with generous portions of sashimi and sushi. The chef shows friendliness and passion by introducing each type of fish.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is so fresh, especially the truffle salmon carpaccio."

"The sushi here is so fresh and beautifully plated."

"The fish here is so fresh and beautifully plated."

Good to know

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They offer a buy one get one 50% discount on a large portion of the menu.

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The restaurant is open until 11 PM on Fridays and Saturdays.

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During lunch, they offered a ramen + izakaya side dish special for just $5.

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Japanese restaurant

Small Japanese restaurant with authentic vibe and traditional decor featuring wooden furniture and interesting artwork. Atmosphere stays cozy and calming with soothing jazz music and quiet personal space. Space feels well-used without crowding, creating a peaceful dining experience.

Sushi features fresh fish and delicious flavors with a soothing atmosphere. Complimentary miso soup, cabbage salad, and edamame come with the meal, served by warm and friendly staff.

Fish quality varies here. Some pieces are fresh and delicious, while others are bad pieces of raw fish.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is so fresh and amazing."

"The sushi here is fantastic and flavorful."

"The fish here is so fresh and delicious."

Good to know

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The restaurant serves complimentary mixed cabbage and miso soup with meals.

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Yuki Sushi is currently not serving alcohol as they await their license.

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It costs $50 for three to-go rolls, making it a reasonable option.

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Japanese restaurant

Spacious Japanese restaurant with a quiet, comforting atmosphere and funky smell. Offers fresh, large sushi portions and a variety of unique rolls alongside classic options. Affordable prices and 99 cent Sapporo on draft add to the casual, neighborhood vibe.

Fresh sushi with large pieces stands out here. The menu includes unusual sushi and sashimi dishes alongside classic 8-piece rolls. Quality and taste consistently exceed expectations.

Fresh fish stands out with big portions and great quality. Salmon and yellowtail collars have crispy skin and stay moist and fatty.

People are saying

"The fish here is fresh, tender, and has crispy skin."

"The Cajun Sashimi salad has an extraordinary smoky essence."

"The Japanese food here is so fresh and delicious."

Good to know

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Parking can be difficult due to a small shared lot with other businesses.

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Happy hour is available every night except one, offering buy-one-get-one for $1.

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The menu includes a wide variety of sushi options and other Japanese dishes.

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Seafood restaurant

Seafood restaurant offers a spacious modern interior with high ceilings and multiple big screen TVs showing live sports. Atmosphere feels busy and noisy, resembling a bustling market more than a quiet dining spot. Popular spot draws crowds, creating a lively and energetic vibe.

Escargot and sashimi scallops stand out with dishes like grilled king scallops with eggs and grilled garlic escargot with butter and peppercorn. The menu also features lobster udon, crab fried rice, and hot pots with sturgeon or seabass, plus fresh clams and oysters.

Deep fried fish and razor clams with water spinach stand out for their freshness and flavor. Grilled king scallops with fish roe offer a unique texture. Chilean Sea Bass hot pot keeps the fish juicy and tender throughout cooking.

People are saying

"The seafood here is excellent and very tasty."

"The fish hot pot was so fresh and sweet."

"The Japanese food here, especially the scallops and snails, is always fresh."

Good to know

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Come early to get your table during peak dinner times after 6pm.

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They don't take reservations, so expect long wait times on weekends.

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You can check in on Yelp to reduce your wait time.

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Seafood restaurant

Small, casual seafood spot with a hole-in-the-wall atmosphere and Sinaloa style dishes. Menu offers fresh ingredients and a wide variety, including aguachiles, birria, and sushi rolls. Space is limited, air conditioning is strong, and prices tend to be on the higher side.

Elguero sushi stands out with fresh, flavorful rolls. The menu also features aguachiles, langostinos, and ceviche, offering a broad taste of Japanese-inspired dishes.

Fish tacos stand out for their flavor and value, priced around $4.50. They taste better than the shrimp tacos here.

People are saying

"The fish tacos and horchata at this Mexican food spot are amazing."

"The Japanese food, especially the sushi, is amazing."

"The fish tacos here are SOOOO good."

Good to know

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Be prepared to pay for it, even though this is a small, casual spot.

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The prices were excessive for just a tostada or the empanadas.

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The portion size was not appropriate for the price and the cost of shrimp.

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Dessert shop

Small, narrow dessert shop offers silky soft serve ice cream paired with crispy bungeoppang and Nutella-filled waffle cones. Casual, fun vibe inside with standing room only and limited outdoor seating. Location feels secluded but surrounded by an unsafe area, affecting the outdoor atmosphere.

Taiyaki here comes with varied fillings like custard, Nutella, red bean, taro, and ube, each offering a distinct taste. The fish-shaped cakes have a light filling swipe inside and stay soft, even when served slightly cold with ice cream.

Crunchy, warm fish toppings contrast with cold, sweet ice cream served in a floppy fish cone. Mini fish come filled with Nutella and offer a tasty bite that complements the dessert.

People are saying

"I enjoyed the great ice cream and taiyaki here."

"The Japanese food here is delicious, especially the matcha and ube swirl."

"The mini fish were very tasty."

Good to know

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Parking at Somisomi is easy and accessible.

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The place has limited seating, so be prepared to stand.

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Expect a busy atmosphere with many customers during peak times.

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Korean grocery store

Spacious and modern grocery store with an organized layout and a wall of ramen. The atmosphere feels fast casual with a food court and beauty department nearby. Fresh produce and Korean products stand out, though prices tend to be on the higher side.

Sashimi selections offer a mind-blowing experience with fresh, vibrant cuts. The huge selection includes a variety of sushi and other Japanese items.

Fresh and frozen fish come in a great selection with options for sashimi. Staff cut fish to order, and the seafood section stays well stocked with sushi fish eggs and imitation crab.

People are saying

"This grocery store has a great variety of unique Asian items."

"The fish here is so fresh, perfect for sashimi."

"The Japanese food here, especially the sashimi, is always so fresh and delicious."

Good to know

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Expect to spend at least $50 before tax to qualify for discount prices.

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The market is well-stocked with a variety of Korean products.

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Many imported foods are available, including a wide selection of Asian items.

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Conveyor belt sushi restaurant

Conveyor belt sushi moves fresh rolls and nigiri past every table in a spacious, clean setting. The atmosphere blends high tech with warm, inviting vibes, featuring robot cat servers that deliver drinks. Crowds gather in the evening, creating a lively and sometimes loud environment.

Fresh sushi and hand rolls arrive via a revolving sushi bar with a touch screen ordering system offering a wide variety beyond typical sushi spots. The atmosphere feels authentically Japanese and the staff are notably helpful and kind.

Fresh quality stands out with a perfect variety of fish served on a conveyor belt. The fish tastes very fresh and maintains consistent quality across many plates.

People are saying

"The Japanese food comes to you on a fun, revolving belt."

"The robot servers delivering drinks is a really cool experience."

"The robot fish delivery system is surprisingly speedy and fun."

Good to know

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Reservations can only be made through the Kura app.

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Expect brief wait times during weekdays.

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Prices for sushi plates are around $3.85 each.

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