Tony Kim
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Overall: 4.5/5.0
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*Food:
1. Agedashi Tofu & Kirimochi
- Light batter on tofu and kirimochi, but enough to soak up the tempura sauce.
- Kirimochi and tofu were both soft and chewy with a crispy exterior.
- 10/10
2. Lobster Kara Age
- Just what you would expect from Kara Age, crispy and juicy. Not too oily, not too much batter.
- Yuzu mayo covers the oiliness of the fried lobster. Citrus sauce is not overwhelming.
- 10/10
3. Sushi & Sashimi Combo (Sushi)
- Excellent quality sashimi grade fish. No fishy aftertaste, rice was not overly sweet or salty and not overcooked. Fish slice size was larger and thicker compared to other restaurants.
- 10/10
4. Sushi & Sashimi Combo (Sashimi)
- Excellent quality sashimi grade fish. Hamachi was extra fatty and had amazing texture. Akami was not fishy at all, texture was great.
- White fish on the side with yuzu sauce was a little fishy. Could improve, but overall an amazing dish with thick cut sashimi. Definitely satisfied expectations.
- 8.5/10
5. Otoro Tuna Sashimi
- Market price; reasonable price for the thick cut and quality.
- Melts in your mouth, no fishy aftertaste.
- Ordered after checking the fish quality from the sushi & sashimi combo. I had high expectations and the expectations were met. Great slices of fish.
10/10
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*Service:
- Reservation was 6:30pm, but due to traffic, I arrived 15 minutes late. I had called in beforehand, which they kindly let us in despite the delay. Once seated and ordered at 7:00pm, pre-dinner sides, miso soup, and water were provided. Appetizers came out 10 minutes later, sashimi and sushi came out 10 minutes after the appetizers. Despite full seating, food came out fast, and of course with excellent plating and quality. Servers came around frequently to check on any needs. Overall, friendly servers, food quality is great.
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* Atmosphere:
- Overall very much satisfied. For the price of the items, quality and quantity was assured and tasted great. Restaurant was clean and quiet despite the full seating. Again, friendly servers and excellent food quality as well as fast serving time. Portland never really had great sushi/sashimi, but I definitely recommend coming here at least once, as the items I have ordered tasted great. Many liquor choices(wine, beer, sake, cocktails, etc.) and good choice of desserts as well. Would recommend if you dislike fish due to its fishiness since the sashimi and sushi here have no unpleasant aftertaste.