Chiharu Sushi & Noodle

My partner and I love sushi and this is by far our favourite spot, hands down! We’ve tried many places but this spot has the absolute freshest fish I’ve ever had. The sushi is decently priced in this climate, the rolls are a good size and the creativity is unmatched. Our favourite rolls are the Chiharu House Roll, Kiss of Fire and Scorpion Roll. Highly recommend! Lee is a fantastic chef.

This is by far my favorite sushi in the Boston area. The chiharu signature roll is absolute perfection. Service is relatively slow (there isn’t a very large amount of staff) so take that into consideration when going but worth the time. Price per value is also incredible.

This small, family-run spot in Brookline is such a hidden gem! My family loves it so much we end up ordering from here every weekend. The sushi is always super fresh, and the sushi rice you can tell it’s made fresh—it’s just perfect. You have to try their sweet potato tempura. The outside is so crispy, and it pairs perfectly with the natural sweetness of the sweet potato. Their miso soup is amazing too! The people there are very friendly and always super nice. It’s a small place, so it can get pretty busy during rush hours. We usually try to go or order when it’s a bit quieter, but honestly, it’s worth the wait!

Best sushi in MA (said from a guy who eats a fair bit of sushi!). There is something seriously special about this place. The food is divine, the workers are respectful and kind, and the atmosphere is so peaceful with plants radiating fresh air and soft jazz in the background.

Nice cozy place and good ambience. Recommend Californian sushi and Mango sushi!

Tasty sushi, but the experience with online ordering was not very good. I had to wait for the extra 20 minutes, when I came to pick up my order after 65 minutes waiting time. Simply because they forgot. They gave me some treats as a compensation, thanks for that.

The food was delicious! I got the beef Ramen soup! The ramens are big portions. The sushi was good looked really fresh made to order. Would definitely recommend this place

Sushi was very fresh and made well. Restaurant is very clean, good ambiance. Service was great. No complaints! Would definitely come back

We walked in to this place and wasn't expecting too much. But when the food was served, oh wow, every dish was so good. Sushi was fresh. The service was great too. This is a hidden gem in Brookline.

I feel like Chiharu is a bit of a hidden gem! Despite its unassuming exterior, I was pleasantly surprised with how nice my food was. We came on a weeknight and easily snagged seats. The hostess was very kind and accommodating. I have high suspicions this place is owned by Chinese people based on some clues, such as Chinese style noodles on the ramen menu and steamed pork buns as an appetizer. We got the beef noodle soup which was excellent (albeit not expected in a Japanese restaurant!). It was actually a little spicy. Came with lots of beef and a flavorful and rich broth. We got two of the special rolls, Kiss of Fire and (I think) Torched Yellowtail, which were both tasty. No complaints there! For our appetizer we got sashimi salad, composed of strips of several kinds of raw fish (salmon, tuna, white tuna, yellowtail) and some surimi and avocado on top of a bed of greens. There was a ponzu like sauce on the side. Although fresh and not bad tasting, I think this was a bit plain. Overall though, the prices and vibes were good and I'd come back!

Unassuming on the outside, the interior of this small, authentic spot is clean and beautiful. The service was personal, friendly and quick. They do not skimp on anything! The ramen is huge, and the nigiri is the biggest piece of rice and fish I have ever seen. Both the rice and fish were soft too. The rolls were delicious and creative. The miso soup with full of tofu and seaweed, and the drinks are unique, Sapporo served with a chilled glass. The edamame was also good quality. I hope to return here.

We sought out a place with sushi and ramen for a rainy gray sky Saturday and can't believe this place was nearby all along! We were welcomed as soon as we walked in, and there were about 3 other tables being served. Ambiance: There were light piano tunes playing in the background very easy going and allowed for easy conversation keeping. Tidy and refreshing in a semi small space but about 5-6 seating tables and sushi bar seatings. The plants by the windows were beautiful, and there was simple but beautiful decor too. Great touched from the chopstick holders to plating, tea pots, and cups. Service: Our server was beyond friendly and willing to give details on items of the menu or options if we asked, which was much appreciated. She was constantly checking in throughout our meal and did very well clearing up as we finished plates. Food: We had an assortment of items which added up quickly, but it was SUPER worth it! The Shumai was steaming fresh and delicious! Edamame too and they were both out in id say 5-10 minutes. The entrees took only another 10-15 or so minutes to come out consisted of sushi [lobster roll & tiger roll and spicy salmon hand roll] and the house beef soup, all of which were large and savory portions. We decided to order a pot of the chrysanthemum tea, and it hit the spot perfectly, complimenting the dishes with a simple flavor and perfect touch to this cold, gloomy weather. Price: Everything was large portioned and extravagant in flavor, so it's well worth it!! Already can't wait to return for dessert sometime !!

Definitely one of the best in the area! Had done take out and dined in in the past. Here are some of my favs: Chiharu pancake, torched yellowtail roll, scorpion roll, spicy titanic roll, and sashimi salad. Their house chiharu roll is also very interestingly good! Their ramen is also very comforting. The space is a tad small/tight and if it's crowded, expect a wait! Overall, definitely worth a shot.

I was really excited to try this place due to the raving reviews, but felt very underwhelmed eating here. The service is very good and our waitress was very kind. We only ordered sushi and it was just okay. Definitely not worth what they're charging. I remember one piece of fish being extremely cold so I imagine it was recently pulled out of the freezer. If you do get sushi pieces, the mackerel and squid are good. I don't think I'd be rushing back here anytime soon. They have about 2-3 parking spots in their small lot.

My friends and I arrived at Chiharu right when it opened on the weekend, and it was not too busy. There is a small parking lot next to the driving school with designated parking spots for this restaurant, but the space is a bit tight there. There is also only one server, so the service is not exceptionally fast. I ordered sashimi salad, salmon sashimi, scallop sashimi, kiss of fire roll, spider roll, phoenix roll, spicy titanic roll, and torched yellowtail roll. My favorite was the spicy titanic roll, but I also quite enjoyed the phoenix roll and kiss of fire roll. The sashimi slices are a bit thin in the sashimi salad, but I did enjoy the variety of fish and vegetables present. My favorite sashimi was the yellowtail, which tasted quite fresh and delicious. All the seafood in the rolls tasted really fresh and good, including the shrimp tempura. My least favorite was the torched yellowtail roll as I did not taste much yellowtail, and the eel felt lackluster. The scallop sashimi was alright, and the salmon sashimi was on the leaner side. I enjoyed the careful effort put into the presentation of all these sushi. Unfortunately, their other special rolls do not sound as appealing to me, but I would come back again since their sushi tastes fresh!

Flavors - 3 Textures - 4.5 Presentation - 4 Value for Money - 4 Would Return? Yes Must-try: Tan Tan Ramen I loved a lot of things about this Ramen, but the one thing that brought the score down was the lack of salt. If it had been better seasoned this would be one of the best ramens! The noodles were super thin, springy and cooked al dente. The pork was generous and fell apart in your mouth of how tender it was. The broth had complexity and you could taste the different ingredients in there. The egg was perfectly soft boiled. I also loved the ratios of broth, to noodles to toppings! I would recommend going here and adjust the seasoning with soy sauce/salt and Sriracha.

Food was great! Very fresh! Folks are really nice. They are short staffed like a lot of restaurants now. Most customers order take out for pick up. Very unassuming spot. I've driven by a lot of times but wasn't aware this restaurant was here. Will have to order take out next time!

We came for early dinner on a Friday evening. There was only oneguests when we arrived. However, the service was really slow. It took more than 10 min to take our order, and more than 30min for the food to be served. The food was fantastic, good taste and good presentation! My favorite is samurai roll. Steamed juicy bun was delicious too. Shaun ramen was in good portion and tasted pretty good.

Really high quality sushi, one of my favorite sushi restaurants in Metro Boston. If I have one complaint, they seem to prioritize take out orders over dine-in customers, so plan for an extended visit if you plan to dine in person since sushi seems to take a while to come out. The high quality will be worth the wait as long as you have proper expectations. Tiny parking lot next door with a handful of spots and they have a small number of tables for dine-in service.

Amazing food and fresh tasting sushi. Cute and cozy spot. It was good service but took a bit to order and bring out the food but I suspect it was just taking a while for all the tasty goodness to be prepared.

Rolls were amazing and it was a nice small dining space, parking available behind the restaurant.

Delicious!! We were pleasantly surprised by how great the sushi was here. My friend ran by this spot a few times and as sushi lovers, we decided to try it out. Boy were we glad that we stopped by! We walked in at 6:30pm on a Friday and were seated without a wait. Perfect timing because it really picked up and was completely full by the time we left. The staff was super friendly attentive to our needs. Our food took a while to come out but it's worth the wait as the food was absolutely delicious!! They really use fresh ingredients and the fish is high quality. On top of delicious food, the presentation was beautiful as well. As someone who has tried quite a few sushi spots in Boston, I would say they are one the best when you compare price vs quality. We highly recommend Chiharu and will definitely be coming back!

Highly recommend! The sushi is always fresh and delicious. We usually get the Chiharu house roll, rainbow roll and kiss of fire roll. The Ramen and Beef noodle soup are always rich and flavorful.

BEST SUSHI SPOT IN TOWN! Please try the Chiharu special roll. Honestly any roll is worth trying there. They have excellent service and the environment is perfect for relaxed dinning. I live 30 mins away and don't mind the drive cause it's one of my favorite restaurants.

Food is DELICIOUS staff is amazing! We would definitely come back Don't hesitate to try the Dragon roll it's amazing

Absolutely delicious. Saw the reviews on this place and was not disappointed. Ordered 3 rolls and was recommended by the waiter to order the King Salmon roll. It was so good we ordered a second. Everything was super fresh and flavorful. The ambiance was calming and the entire place was spotless and quiet. Loved this place

Finally. A ramen place in Boston that hits all the right notes. I went to Chiharu on a snowy day to try its tan tan ramen, and it quickly became my favorite ramen in Boston. At first I was hesitant to order the tan tan ramen since I don't care much for peanuts, but the amount of peanut sauce was small compared to the rest of the broth. The peanut flavor was nowhere near as strong as I had expected, and the combination of the peanut sauce and the broth was actually really tasty. The highlight for me was the chashu pork, which was well-seasoned and incredibly delicious. It was easily the best chashu on ramen I've had in years. I also asked for something to make my broth spicy, and my server gladly gave me some chili oil. The chili oil wasn't spicy, but it added another layer of flavor which I really liked. Unfortunately Chiharu is pretty tiny. When I went for dinner one time without a reservation I was asked to wait for 20 minutes. I strongly suggest going for lunch time or making a reservation for dinner time.

Such a great little restaurant. Service is amazing. They are so friendly when you walk in. Sushi is really flavorful and the fish is amazing. The tan tan ramen and miso ramen were amazing and the flavor is to die for. The pork slices on top absorb all of the flavor! The set up they have is adorable. Highly recommend!

Chiharu Sushi & Noodle is a small spot located right on Route 1 in Brookline by the intersection with Cypress Street. In addition to street parking, they have a few spots in a nearby parking lot - just call for info. Chiharu is small but nice, with 9 tables for 2 that can be slid into various groupings along the right wall, and 4 seats along the sushi bar in the back. For the appetites of 3 lightweights, we ordered the following to share, and enjoyed our dinner: Chiharu Pancake $8.95 fried egg on top Seaweed Salad $5.95 Dragon Roll $11.95 Tempura shrimp and cucumber wrapped with eel, avocado and eel sauce Tan Tan Ramen $12.95 homemade chicken and pork bone broth with peanut sauce The pancake was lighter than your average Chinese scallion pancake. The portion of seaweed salad was generous as the lettuce beneath it was simply a light layer to separate it from the bowl rather there to act as a filler. The Tan Tan Ramen was fine for me with nice bouncy noodles and 3 tender slices of pork, but was just a bit too spicy for my dad. The bamboo in the ramen was likely canned, and could be done without. Service was pleasant, and the individual bathroom (ladies') clean and handicap accessible. *** 10/2018 *** A short walk from the Brookline Hills T stop off the D line, but a rather long (relatively) wait to cross Route 9. Just a single step up off the sidewalk to gain entrance into Chiharu Sushi & Noodle. We had made a reservation for an earlier dinner, but still we had to wait a bit while the tables were moved and set for us. Food takes a while here as it was 22 minutes before the first entree hit the table, and a full half hour till the last plate (a maki roll and an order of sashimi) was delivered and we could start eating as a table. My Teriyaki Eel Dinner Bento Box $17.95 was served with miso soup, salad and assorted appetizers. It was impressive looking, however, I was hoping for a true assortment of appetizers (instead, what came was a selection of maki and sushi & sashimi, which would please the normal raw fish sushi fan, but I unfortunately am more of a cooked food girl). Still, it was good. My mom, however, was less impressed with the Homestyle Zhajiang Noodle $12.95 pork filing and assorted vegetables, deeming it as lacking in flavor. The rest of the family, however, enjoyed their bowls of ramen (Special Spicy Noodle Soup $12.95 and Tan Tan Ramen $12.95 minus the chili oil) and maki rolls.

Lovely, modern yet Japanese inspired interior. I love that there's vines growing. Small yet can fit a good amount of people. Though, I don't think this restaurant ever gets crazy busy with dine-in at any time. No parking by the way. You may get lucky with a few street parking on other streets. This is more for locals or people getting work done at Brookline Audi down the street. Service is like most places. Nothing bad but nothing spectacular. Ramen noodles had a nice chewy texture but not so chewy where you can't eat it. I thought the ramen noodle was the best part. Bean sprouts was old as a lot of them had black spots. Spicy titanic maki roll was good. No complaints. Wasabi was not old (thank god) and no dyed ginger. Nice presentation.

Great ramen and sushi place. The different broths are all rich and complex. I love the spicier tan tan ramen and the special spicy noodle soup. Parking in lot before the restaurant and around the corner street parking. A great go to place.

I don't speak Japanese and I'm too lazy to do a quick google search, so I'm going to go ahead and assume Chiharu translates to "everything here is pretty much world class". Uhhhh...rough translation maybe? Before we even address the food, I've already fallen in love with this place. It's quaint, modern, clean, and downright tranquil. I think I feel the urge to meditate, for no reason at all.... Now back to that food....perfect reviews obviously don't lie. Both the sushi and noodles dishes we tried were top notch, but what I was not expecting was how good the ramen would be. The tan tan is a massive bowl of ramen, with a peanut based broth. The subtle sweet peanut sauce marries perfectly when combined with all the salty and tangy ingredients. There is soooo much good going on in this bowl but the pork belly alone was worth the trip. This pork is just....different. I know imported when I see it. I'm sorry fellow Americans, but our pork doesn't taste THIS good. I've had my struggles and even doubts at times with the quality of Ramen in our great city, but Ill gladly chalk this unintentional run into an almost perfect bowl of ramen as a win win. Yet another thing to love about Brookline, as if you guys didn't already have so much going for you. I secretly envy you....

Right off the ever so busy route 9, this place isn't a convenience to get to unless you live in the area. Chiharu is a quaint, modern Japanese restaurant with surprisingly yummy eats. I was pleasantly surprised by their Tan Tan Ramen. This is coming from someone who loves tonkotsu ramen. Recs: (+) Tan Tan ramen- a mixture of pork and chicken broth with excellent meat-to-fat ratio pork slices. They are generous with their pork slices. Soup is milky and delicious to the point where I actually want to finish the broth. Beansprouts, corn, snow peas, and half egg included. Half egg could be more oozy-it's almost fully cooked. For a small hole-in-the wall Japanese resto, they did a great job with the broth!! (+) Kiss of Fire roll. The jalapenos with the dollop of siracha made this roll oh-so-deliciously spicy! A must for spicy fans.

Consistently the best sushi/ramen restaurant in the area. The fish is so fresh and melts in your mouth. Pro tip- order a lemon wedge with your salmon sushi. The sushi chefs here taught us that squeezing a lemon over raw salmon is how it is traditionally served in Japan. While I haven't confirmed this is true, it is damn delicious!

I brought my sushi loving girlfriend here and hands down it was a great experience. Luckily we made reservations because only 2 tables were available for sit down dining. The waiter who was a one man show was great and even with loads of takeout orders to fill he was at our table every time we needed anything. I got the chicken gyoza along with the tan tan ramen and hands down the best of the best. My girlfriend who's a big time sushi lover got the seared tuna roll and said it was the best she'd ever had. Thanks for the experience

This is the best ramen and sushi spot. I second the other review about the fish being so fresh, it melts in your mouth. They are always consistently friendly, prompt, and delicious! The ramen is SO good as is all of their sushi selection. They really put time and love into their work. Remember to shop local! You will not be disappointed here--let's keep this gem in business!

This place is closed to my work place. I often get to go sushi, they make them the same way all the time.. delicious

Food and ambiance was delicious. Apparently you have to make a reservation prior to arriving but me and my family did not know this. They still accommodated us anyway. Fish and ingredients were fresh and very appealing to the eye when brought out. Would definitely recommend if you are craving great sushi

Great sushi. Fresh, well-presented. It is a pleasure to be a customer of this restaurant!

I recommend this place not for the noodles but for the sushi. The sushi is a enjoyable and tasty piece. In particular, the caterpillar sushi. This piece is similar to the avocado roll's a person I ate with ordered. The special spicy noodles are also great, but I recommend for people more used to spice.

By far the best sushi in Brookline and adjoining areas!! We ordered the Tan Tan Ramen (fresh, huge serving, delicious, as good as it gets!!). Then the Torched Yellow tail roll which was the tastiest roll I have had in a long, long time ( 5/5). The Kiss of Fire roll is also far above average and generously proportioned (4.5/5) . Earlier, we tried the eel avocado roll and the eel cucumber rolls and found them to be better than average (Closer to 4/5). All of it was made in a timely fashion. Parking is not possible on Boylston, so go around the corner and there is metered parking on Cypress. Very nice owners and servers (though the restaurant's name is Japanese, the staff and the owner/Chef is Chinese). We will definitely be back soon!!

Hidden gem.Fresh delicious sushi at very affordable cost. Large selection of Japanese drinks. Miso soup is a large portion. Will be returning!

Covid-era takeout update: First thing's first: you HAVE to try this restaurant if you haven't before. It's an experience. I've been countless times since my first review of it, but it had been about a year since I last ate there as covid messed everything up and Chiharu only has takeout right now. I live a 30 minute walk from the restaurant, so it just hasn't felt accessible for takeout. My bf and I finally bit the bullet though and walked to and from today in 20 degree weather because we needed Chiharu so badly. We didn't know what to expect because takeout food is always unpredictable and usually not on par with food from eating in. Well... let me tell ya--Chiharu is killing it as usual!! The restaurant is usually 10/10 and takeout is also 10/10. I swear, this place makes my favorite food in the entire world, all while providing incredible service. This is just as obvious in the takeout. We walked back in the below freezing temps, the takeout bag getting jostled continually, yet everything was packaged so beautifully that there wasn't any spillage. When we opened up the bag, we were floored. The portion sizes were just as big as eating in (maybe even bigger??). For a normal person (aka not me, a fiend when eating food I love), this would easily be two big meals. There was so much of everything--the beef, the noodles, the vegetables. Because it's been a year since I last had Chiharu, I forgot what an absolute experience it is to eat their food. Every bite in the 40 minutes I took to eat the massive amounts of food transported me to another dimension. Honestly, it might be even nicer to eat this at home so I can "mmm" as much as I want. Tl;dr: Chiharu's food is always out of this world in taste, quality, and portions, and their takeout is somehow just as incredible. Support this business!

Cozy interior, romantic dinner lighting, beautiful dish and serveware. Plus cute little floral ceramic "beans" to rest chopsticks on. And might I add, the stix themselves were very unique-- octagonal! SASHIMI SALAD: this was yum though wished there were more pieces of sashimi. Sashimi, though fresh, were sliced into thin strips with maybe 8 pieces in total? Greens well dressed. TAN TAN RAMEN: excellent except for the chashu ... :-( Noodles were super QQ, broth base was complex and not overly salty (flavor was so good, I actually packed the soup to-go), the "fillings" were delicate Esp the super thinly sliced sugar snap peas (LOVED that detail). But, unfortunately, the chashu was tougher than would've liked. I wanted it to melt in my mouth but instead it required hard bites.... BEEF NOODLE SOUP: good but not great. Hubs and I were so happy to see in pics that they used the S shank beef tendon and included the pickled mustard greens stop (Taiwanese style). But soup broth was too sweet. And tendon pieces were a tad tough. Would still come back to try their sushi.

Clean, minimalist and zen atmosphere. They are careful to provide high attention to detail with respect to presentation of the food. The first time I came here I arrived for an early dinner after a workout, craving Japanese cuisine. The staff were friendly and the food served in a timely manner. They were very attentive wait staff (borderline overly attentive). The Tan Tan ramen was cooked quite perfectly. From the melt-in-your-mouth meat, fresh ramen noodles, crunch of the seaweed, moist menma bamboo, perfectly cooked soft boiled egg, to the creamy and rich broth and surprising nutty peanut sauce pairing. If you watch Amazon orginal series called Ramen girl I felt like the main character who after consuming a bowl of delicious ramen, tilts her head back, making a satisfying "ahhhh" sound with a big smile. Update: on my second visit I arrived during a busy dinner period. I was a bit disappointed in the contrast in service because of the long delay taking my order and getting the check but this is understandable given limited staff. The food was still good. I mostly tried the sushi rolls and they were generously portioned and would be considered above average in terms of freshness and taste compared to other sushi restaurants in the nearby area.

I can't speak much about the sushi because I haven't ordered it, but their Tan Tan ramen is absolutely delicious! The broth was super flavorful and the little bit of spice from the chili oil(?) added a perfect edge to the creaminess of the soup. The noodles themselves had an excellent bite and chewiness to them which I really enjoy. The char siu isn't exactly that legendary "melts in your mouth" but it wasn't tough and the flavor of whatever marinade it was in was super nice. The fresh bean shoots and bamboo and other veggies they added were excellent garnish and there was also a slightly oozy soft boiled egg. The portion was enough to make me full with a little room for dessert (ice cream mochi, pretty good, but you can get them in grocery stores for way cheaper than $5 for 2 pieces). I also tried their Special Beef Noodle Soup and it tasted good, but not as delicious as the Tan Tan Ramen. The broth is pretty sweet and soy sauce based(?). Service: Pretty attentive, only took 15 minutes to get my meal when the restaurant was like 3/4 full at lunch time. Waiter goes around to fill water glasses. Anyway, I think I'll probably be back to try their other noodle soups or maybe even the sushi or rice dishes.

So glad I found this super-cute place!!! The ambience is sooo pretty and all the food I tried was amazing and photogenic! Ramen and sushi are two of my very favorite foods, so I was delighted that they offer both here, and done well too! This is a small space, so make a dinner reservation if you want to be on the safe side. I tried the tan tan ramen, which had a rich, meaty broth with a subtle peanutty taste. The ramen noodles are springy and the pork belly is super tender. I also shared a few rolls with friends - torched yellowtail, Chiharu roll, and the boston(?) roll with lobster salad inside. All were tasty, with very fresh fish, and intricately plated. Since they only have one sushi chef currently, the rolls take time to put together, so enjoy a leisurely-paced meal!

Love the atmosphere of this place! We came around 6pm on a Saturday and it was about a 10 minute wait for two. I was craving ramen so I ordered the Tan Tan ramen. Also got the Chicharu house sushi roll and a side of the sweet shrimp sashimi. Food: the Tan Tan ramen was very light and delicious! Broth was well made and I thoroughly enjoyed the slight nutty taste to it. My only comment was that I wished the egg was marinated but it was your regular soft boiled egg. The meat was deliciously soft and tender. The sushi was plated so beautifully! A+ for presentation and attention to detail. It didn't blow me away but I was quite happy with it. The sweet shrimp itself was alright. The pieces were very small. Overall, a decently solid place for food. After seeing all the five star yelp reviews on this place, I knew I had to give it a shot! Was it the best meal I've ever had? No, but it was darn good. :) would return and give some of their other items a try!

The. Best. We are so thankful they're open again! The ordering and pick up process was easy, safe, and organized and the food itself is beyond tasty, fresh, and satisfying. Dare I say best maki in Brookline??? My secret is now out there.

Fantastic sushi and ramen! Cool little hidden gem. Best sushi in Brookline and there is some tough competition here!

Came here on July 4th, it was pretty busy but we were seated in about 10 minutes at the sushi bar. The service has always been great here. They are very nice and friendly. I will continue to come back here for their I tried the pan fried veggie gyozas this time and it was great. I would definitely order it again. Its very soft and delicious. The sauce goes very well with it! I then ordered the Tantan ramen. It was so good! It was the perfect spice level. The pork slices are super tender. I would definitely recommend this one!

Found my new favorite sushi place. The sushi was fresh, tasted incredible and the people here were super kind. I ordered six rolls which were all $7-$13 which is a steal because they are so tasty. The plating was the best plating I've ever gotten on takeout. I almost don't want to post this review because I want to keep this place a secret, it's that good.

Very much enjoyed my time at Chiharu on route 9. I came in on a Sunday night around 730pm for a party of 2 people. The staff was super friendly and the place was clean and nicely decorated. There are a few seats st the sushi bar area and some tables on the side. Even though it's a small space it felt spacious and open. We ordered an eel bento box, miso soup, and the Chiharu House roll. All of it was so delicious and beautifully plated!!!! Fish tasted fresh and even though it seemed they were backed up for takeout orders, they didn't neglect us while there at all. Pricing was fair as well and I can't wait to try out their ramen next time! Their menu has a lot of choices and I'll def be going back. Careful, there isn't much parking around the area. Only a few meters and a small side street but worth the longer walk to the restaurant.

I've been to Chiharu many times and have gotten takeout a lot as well. I've pretty much tried their whole menu and I dont have anything bad to say about it. Their fish is always fresh, food is always perfectly seasoned and the owners are so sweet and welcoming. Easily the best sushi spot in Brookline!

When we arrived, all the tables were filled, so we had to wait about 15-20 minutes which I don't think we even ended up waiting that long. While we were waiting a woman and her daughter came in and I've never seen someone so rude and incredibly racist by asking numerous times to sit in a empty spot (meant for a reservation) and when she finally agreed to order take out, she asked and talk to the hostess so terribly, ex. "Do you understand me? Do you know what I'm saying?" (Hostess had an Asian accent) . The hostess handled it perfectly and was very polite the entire time and luckily the woman and her daughter left. We were then shortly seated, ironically at the seats that woman wanted. It was right at the sushi bar so we were able to watch the sushi chef make the food. Everyone here was so nice and friendly. The atmosphere was wonderful and had a beautiful accent wall of a silver plated old Asian painting behind the sushi chef. This restaurant hold probably a maximum of 20 people. There is one sushi chef who makes the sushi and the kitchen in the back. We ordered Pork Belly Buns, Tuna Nigiri, Kissed by Fire Maki, Spicy Tuna Maki and Torched Yellowtail Maki. The Pork Belly Buns were only ok. I'm, unfortunately, one of those people who tastes soap with Cilantro and the Buns had a lot of Cilantro in it. But even without they were just a few thin slices of pork belly when I almost expected one thick piece. The sushi we got was phenomenal. I somewhat regret the kissed by fire Maki because it was so spicy! But it was delicious I kept eating it. My favorite was easily the tuna Nigiri. If you're in the area check out this small but incredible sushi restaurant. I can't wait to come back to try more sushi and the ramen!

Let me start by saying many of the 5 star reviews posted here are suspicious. They are posted by yelpers with 1 review and the content suggests they are not aunthentic. With that said Chiharu is a nice new addition to an area that's otherwise an afterthought. The ambiance is clean, bright, and inviting. The wait staff and hostess are very warm and friendly. Our waiter highly recommended the tan tan ramen to my friend and me. The ramen itself was delicious. The broth was appropriately salty, not overly rich, and excellent subtle notes of sesame. The spice was present but not overwhelming. I added pork to mine and it was flavorful and perfectly tender. We also ordered some sushi to share which tasted fresh and smooth. Overall a very nice dining experience and I will definitely return.

Chiharu is a tiny restaurant in an unassuming spot that serves up some of the best sushi I've had in Boston. The fish has been fresh on every visit and the everything I've tried on the menu so far has been on point. I usually opt for the simpler rolls / sashimi here as the fish here tastes great unadulterated! The one complaint is that they're sometimes understaffed and the waits can be long around the dinner rush. Overall, Chiahru is a beacon of hope in a town that should have much better sushi spots considering it's right next to the ocean.