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| - Not sure why Ichi Ban is getting a bad bunch of reviews. I went here many many times when I lived in the neighborhood, and while it doesn't stack up to Hana, Yasu, or the like, it's a nice solid neighborhood place.
The owner, Seth, is a genuinely nice person, and prides himself in being creative with the sushi roll list and taking care of his customers. They offer about 20 rolls that are all something different than the norm. They make use of a lot of spicy things, and fish combinations that aren't usually seen. I give them props for being different.
The service here is great as well. Though I always get a very odd vibe from the servers and the restaurant. I've been here a few times when I am the only one and the 4-5 employees on the clock are all staring at you, waiting for you to need something. Interesting, but leave me alone for a few minutes. You creep me out when you watch me eat.
They don't have any music, and the place lacks a lot of atmosphere, but the food is pretty tasty. At lunch time it is an order at the counter, rice bowl kind of place. Dinner time, you have a full menu to order from and everything is good. They do not have a full liquor license, only beer and sake.
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