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| - Confession time.
Let's get this out of the way: Before Sakana, my sushi experiences were limited. How limited? As limited as a grocery store. Shameful as it may be it's the truth. And that's not the worst part. I thought I was getting some really great quality items because these grocery stores came full stocked with what appeared to be a genuine sushi chef behind a small pane of glass displaying their craft. Needless to say, my bar of comparison was low prior to trying Sakana for the first time. But thanks to Sakana it is now so much higher. How did I go so many years without going out for Sushi?!
Fast forward a bit and now I've visited Sakana thrice in the last month or so. Why go anywhere else for sushi?
Every visit I have opted for the AYCE option and it's been worth every penny. With 3 visits under my belt I've had the opportunity to try a multitude of offerings.
Some standouts have been: The Shit, which I regrettably skipped over my first time but will never visit without ordering again. The "dipping sauce" that is paired with it is really what sets it apart. I swear this sauce can be used on basically anything on their menu, or any other menu for that matter, and make it that much better. Try it, don't make my rookie mistake. The Bulgogi Nachos struck me as counterintuitive amongst the other items on their menu but I finally tried them and they were some of the best "nachos" I've had. It's served in a small bowl but I could eat a standard full-size-nacho servings worth of these things. The beef is tender and delicious, and the spicy sauce again sets it apart.
The Nigiri options are pretty extensive and the cuts of meat are hefty and taste fresh. The Unagi and octopus stand out as some of my favorites.
The rolls offered vary in style, size and just about every one I've tried has pleased my palette. For deep fried rolls the Golden California is a safe choice, simply a deep fried Philly roll but it doesn't disappoint. Monkey Brains is a more unique deep fried option with banana being a focal point of it's components. While it wasn't bad it was one of my least favorite rolls.
The Something Wrong, No Name, and Mexican Roll standout in my brain as far as specialty rolls go.
Being of such rookie sushi-eatin status the baked rolls were somewhat new to me but such a great discovery. The lobster lasagna, baked lobster roll and the Wet Dream are just the right size for AYCE patrons. And yes they're delicious.
Service here has been on point for the majority of my 3 visits so far. We have a 1 year old and like some of his peers he can get grumpy and the waitstaff on multiple occasions have done a great job with giving him extra attention to keep him happy. This is huge for me because I hate feeling like we're bothering other diners and they definitely made us feel welcome. Big PLUS in my book.
Yes, I have nothing to compare it to (why venture away from greatness?) so perhaps my review isn't as worthy. BUT...I have a mouth. I've used it to eat lots of food. My taste buds work. And through the magic of science beyond my understanding I am able to distinguish between what tastes good and what doesn't.
Sakana tastes good.
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