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| - I know, I know. Technically I'm not supposed to review a place where I have a "relationship" with the restaurant...but c'mon. It's not like I'm married to any emploee... I have a sushi roll named after me here. (The Neon Dion, seriously my favorite roll.) I went through a period of time where I dined-in or got take out 3 times a week and know their stuff...so I MUST write a review!
Since there are SO many reviews here so I'll just put in my 2 cents and tips.
Make reservations EARLY. Yes, there can be a 1 to 2 hour wait...even for the bar. But there's a reason why. The food is fresh, eclectic, and WORKS. The service is also spot on. If you have an issue with a menu item or if it's super busy and gets delivered to the wrong place, someone will find a solution for you, and do it graciously. Marcus and Alan take great care in who they hire and keep a good staff.
Do not be intimidated by the multitude of choices. Ask your server what he/she recommends, and I promise you'll be steered in the right direction.
SUSHI: The rolls are ENORMOUS. (The prices can veer toward $20+ but you'll get what you pay for.) If you're cutting carbs, or just prefer a little less rice, order brown or "Light Rice". I also suggest getting your roll cut into 10 pieces, so you can fit each piece in your mouth a little more comfortably.
Bento Box is really the way to go to sample it all and get a FANTASTIC value. A tiny slider of the day or classic slider, a smaller 4 piece version of a regular roll, or "specialty" shrimp tempura/Mark's (deep fried w/tuna + cream cheese) roll, edamame, sweet potato or regular fries, Thai cucumber salad (which is sweet, tangy and crisp) and
The spiked shakes are creative and a fun alternative (Cold Cactus: ice cream, silver tequila, creme de menth, whipped cream, chocolate shavings? WOAH Nelly!)
Check Facebook and their site for updates on specials like $5 martini nights and any special promotions.
I could write a three-part series on the Cowfish, but instead, I say, JUST GO! You won't regret it.
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