Aaron T.
Yelp
I was so excited to finally write a review for this newly opened hidden gem, opened by local celebrity sushi Chef Taka Omi, after visiting during their soft opening. Their simple, yet all encompassing menu features aburi, real crab california roll, bento boxes, sashimi platters and my favourite, Chirashi-don, all for an amazing price. So there's something for everyone if you're looking to please for a take-out lunch. The menu is also posted on their website.
What's really unique about this establishment is that they also stock all the ingredients you'd need to make your own sushi at home. The sashimi filets in the fridge section are extremely well priced and fresh, including selections like Gindara Blackcod, New Zealand Snapper and Local Uni.
During my visit, I got two Premium Chirashi ($22.50 each) and a Salmon Aburi roll. There weren't pictures up on the internet yet, so I was ready to be surprised and I'm glad that Chef Taka was ready to impress and didn't disappoint. The Chirashi was super colourful and hearty with its thick cut sashimi on a bed of Koshihikari rice. The selection the day I went was Uni, Crab meat, Ikura, Sidestrip Ebi, Ora King Salmon, Snapper, Aji Horse Mackerel, Ahi and Albacore and Tamago, but this changes depending on what fish comes in each week. The portion size was on the large side and did the trick to get me full.
The Salmon Aburi ($7.95) also gets put on a baking tray and flame seared in front of you, so if you like a show you're in luck. The furoshiki presentation for wrapping the take-out seems to only appear time to time, but if you're in luck it really adds to the thoughtfulness of the staff there who are also very friendly.
**There doesn't seem to free parking around, with the closest parallel street parking 2-3 blocks down from the storefront.