Sarah F
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I had one of those sad experiences tonight.
Only read further if you want to, I can't remember a sadder restaurant:
I'd been here once before (5 yrs ago/ pre-Covid). This time, nothing tasted good, the waitress almost never approached me, my seat was badly and sadly worn, and there were signs not to touch the fish or throw coins in the water, yet there were coins in the water and no fish.
The people: The waitress came to my table 3x while i was there: 1x to remove a plate while she didn't look at nor talk to me, 1x to put the bill on the table & give a quick, "thank you", before hurrying away, and 1x to take my credit card (then she was at my table before I had even let go of my card.) The people restocking the food and moving around similarly failed to acknowledge me, even when I gave a quick "hi". I'm not asking enyone to kow-tow to me, but the workers acted like they didn't want to be there and we the customers were an inconvenience. There were 2 other tables in my section, I didn't see any real service there either.
Food: I found the sushi lacking and bland, and the available sashimi was a bit slimy. The fish didn't taste rotten, but it was a big turn-off. I couldn't even bring myself to try most of the dishes they looked so unappetizing. I didn't even finish my ice cream. I *always* finish my ice cream and then have seconds (& thirds). The mint-choc tasted alright, but I couldn't finish what I assume was the green tea (which I've enjoyed before) nor the unidentifiable tasting purple one. I think the Hibachi grill is supposed to be available during diner, but I didn't see anyone behind that area at any time. The shrimp shumi and dumplings tasted heavy, tasteless and uninspired.
?: They sat me at a table next to a bucket and a dish basin.(There were additional ones by the door. Yes, it was a heavy rain day) At the beginning of the meal I was disturbed by them, by the end I was eyeing them wondering if I was going to need them.
I do wonder what the disco ball is used for(?) I can still remember what the place looked like before it fell into sadness (sorry, I can't think of a better description for tonight) and the architecture is pretty overall.
To be fair: the sushi's ginger was very fresh, the wasabi was strong, the broccoli from the chicken broccoli was edible and the chocolate cake dessert was tasty. The Lychees were a nice option. One benefit of all the bad food is I didn't overeat at a buffet for once.
I'm currently sitting in my car wondering if I'm going to be sick tonight. (Edit: I wasn't)
I do *not* plan on returning. (Edit: Still true)