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Tip #2: Fish quality isn't great, so don't come here for the sushi.
This was a tough review, because Sake Rok does have two big positives:
1) Servers were attentive and really friendly;
2) Alcohol! Liquor selection is excellent, cocktail list is extensive with fun/quality options, and top shelf sake is available (although, as I mention above, off the menu).
The problem is that the food quality wasn't impressive. The fish quality was not good so I would avoid any sushi items here, and the non-sushi dishes were hit or miss. I really liked the tomahawk steak, the mushroom tobanyaki, the seared scallops, and the wagyu sliders. But OTOH I didn't like either the tuna or beef tataki, the shishito peppers were super oversalted, and the "rok" shrimp tempura and the shrimp/vegetable tempura weren't breaded that well (and both very small portion size). Also, I've been here twice but they were out of the honey toast dessert on both occasions. Bummer.
But I could see this spot possibly working out if you're mainly coming to have drinks and enjoy the atmosphere (music plays loudly here, and waitstaff will periodically perform in choreographed dance shows), and plan to have food as a side / secondary priority (or you have to stick with very specific items that you know are good). If food is at all the #1 priority, I think you'll be disappointed. And again, I'd avoid the sushi no matter what.
Given all the above, I think 1.5-2* for food, +1* for service and strong alcohol selection is fair.
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