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A hunger for Japanese cuisine calls for a proper meal.

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Japanese restaurant

Cozy space with clean, well-kept surroundings offers both takeout and dine-in options. Energy stays calm, suited for quick meals or casual dining. Known for best teriyaki and sushi, with dishes like chicken teriyaki bowls and fire salmon standing out.

Food offers fresh and flavorful options with a notable depth of flavor in dishes like the chicken teriyaki bowl. Meals provide great value and work well for a quick stop.

Teriyaki chicken comes with a rich, immaculate sauce and generous portions. Sushi rolls like the rainbow roll and BBQ eel bowl with shrimp tempura offer good quality and solid flavor.

People are saying

"I thought the teriyaki chicken and veggie bowl was the best."

"I found the food here to be delicious and flavorful."

"The teriyaki sauce here is immaculate; I loved the chicken teriyaki bowl."

Good to know

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Fuji Grill charges extra for ponzu and sriracha.

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The menu includes fire salmon and teriyaki dishes.

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Fuji Grill offers both takeout and dine-in options.

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Sushi restaurant offers a cozy and calm atmosphere with friendly local vibes and good music that creates a chill environment. Seating includes converted teppanyaki tables that feel a bit awkward but the interior is modern and inviting. The place stays quiet and relaxed, making it a solid spot for all-you-can-eat sushi without long waits.

Food comes out fast and stays fresh. Expect delicious, tasty dishes served with good speed.

All-you-can-eat sushi offers a wide variety including carpaccio, tempura rolls, baked rolls, and no rice rolls. Sushi is fresh and made to order with standout items like mackerel nigiri and sashimi salmon.

People are saying

"The food here is so fresh and delicious."

"I found the bottomless sushi to be fresh and delicious."

"The sushi here is so fresh and tasty."

Good to know

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The all-you-can-eat price is $37.99, with an additional $12 charge for premium selections.

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There is a limit of three rounds for ordering sushi.

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Parking is available on the street and in a busy lot behind the restaurant.

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Restaurant

Spacious dining area features fun claw machines with Pokรฉmon dolls and an awesome music playlist including Tribe and MF Doom. Atmosphere feels cool and lively, especially on hectic Wednesdays. Wings stand out with crispy, juicy texture and bold flavors, while prices lean high but portions are generous.

Food comes made to order with a delicious taste that meets expectations. Expanded space lets the cooks shine, improving quality beyond the food truck experience.

Ninja wings offer a flavorful punch while gyoza comes crispy with a neutral flavor. The chili oil sauce adds a decent kick to the side of gyoza.

People are saying

"The wings here are perfectly cooked, flavorful, and everyone kept going back for more."

"You have to try the garlic noodles with shrimp; they're amazing."

"The Japanese food, especially the ninja wings and gyoza, was delicious."

Good to know

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Wing Wednesday offers wings for only $1 each.

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Happy hour specials provide great prices on select items.

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Portion sizes are large, suitable for sharing or leftovers.

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Sushi restaurant

Small, narrow sushi restaurant with an organized kitchen and great flow creates a lively atmosphere that can get loud and busy. Regulars gather here, enjoying fresh, high-quality sushi with a variety of sauces and good vegetarian options. TVs showing NFL games add to the fun, energetic vibe.

Food stays consistent and high quality with great portions. Dishes deliver a delicious and satisfying experience every time.

Sushi comes fresh and with great quality, making it a standout choice. The ramen broth is on point, and the menu includes a great selection of rolls and mussels.

People are saying

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

"Happy Hour here is affordable and has really good food."

"I thought the food here was out of this world."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended on weekends due to high demand.

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Parking can be tight, so arrive early to secure a spot.

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Expect a 30-minute wait during happy hour from 3 to 6 pm.

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Sushi restaurant

Small, family-owned sushi spot with a homey, intimate vibe and reasonable prices. The place offers a buy 2 get 1 free deal and serves good quality sushi alongside other Japanese dishes. It can get busy but maintains a welcoming, unassuming atmosphere.

Food arrives quickly and offers great value for the price. Dishes are well made and seasoned, delivering a consistently yummy experience.

Sushi here has amazing quality and lots of flavors with well-portioned options like the tempura king sushi. Teriyaki and yakisoba also stand out as really good dishes.

People are saying

"The sushi here is amazing, tasteful, and fresh."

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

"I found the food here to be delicious and amazing."

Good to know

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The buy 2 get 1 free offer is available on select rolls.

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Expect longer wait times during peak dinner hours.

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The restaurant can get busy, especially on weekends.

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Japanese restaurant

Japanese restaurant offers immaculate decor and a calming vibe with friendly atmosphere. The space feels clean and spacious, attracting a mix of diners including couples for date nights. Prices remain reasonable, matching the wide variety of flavorful dishes served.

Food arrives quickly and is consistently fresh and flavorful. Dishes are cooked to order and match their photos closely.

Ramen stands out with exceptionally flavorful broths like spicy cheese ramen and Lakewood ramen. Sushi is very fresh with light, crunchy tempura rolls, and the chicken teriyaki bento box offers a delicious and reasonably priced option.

People are saying

"I found the ramen here to be exceptionally flavorful."

"I've never had sushi this fresh before."

"The food here is really flavorful and delicious."

Good to know

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The price of the bento box is $15, which is reasonable.

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Three people can eat for about $40 total.

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The restaurant is very clean and welcoming.

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Asian grocery store

Spacious Asian grocery store offers hard-to-find ingredients and a top-notch fresh seafood section. Calm atmosphere with chill music and a food court serving Korean hot soups adds to the experience. Small bakery and cafe provide additional options inside the store.

Wide and eclectic mix of Asian foods, mostly Korean, stands out here. The food court offers affordable dine-in specials like Bibimbap for $6, with fresh ingredients and unique Asian-style options.

Offers a wide range of ramen soup options and fresh sashimi with helpful staff guidance. Features Shabu shabu barbecue meat, international rice, and prepared dishes like spicy soft-tofu udon soup and sweet potato dorayaki.

People are saying

"This grocery store is awesome for Asian products and great prices."

"I found so many great Asian foods and ingredients here."

"I found so many new Japanese food items to try here."

Good to know

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The manager's special offers 50% off packaged meals daily from 5-7 pm.

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Parking can be difficult on weekends, so arrive early.

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H Mart Lakewood has a wide selection of hard-to-find Asian ingredients.

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Japanese restaurant

Small Japanese restaurant inside a mall with to-go and delivery focus and some seating inside and outside. Atmosphere is casual and clean, with healthy portions and tasty dishes like sushi, shrimp tempura, and teriyaki. Popular items include beef udon and gyoza, offering good value for the price.

Food comes with decent flavor and quality but feels more like mall fast food than a gourmet meal. Wait times run about 10 to 12 minutes, which is long for this style of service.

Teriyaki plates come in heavy portions and taste very good. Favorites include beef udon, gyoza, shrimp tempura, and sushi that is good but not outstanding.

People are saying

"The Japanese food, especially the teriyaki plates, is really tasty."

"I enjoyed the food, though it can be hit or miss."

Good to know

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The restaurant is located inside the Lakewood Center Mall, making it easy to find.

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Parking is available at the mall, but it can get crowded during peak hours.

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Reservations are not required, but it's advisable to visit during off-peak times.

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