I had this ridiculous hankering for salmon sashimi last week, and I was extremely lucky to find that there was a sushi place a block from my hotel. Also, I wanted to enjoy an outdoor lunch - it was 65 and sunny in Phoenix. I needed to enjoy it before I went back to freezing Cincinnati temperatures.
This is where squid ink comes in. Their patio is beautiful and a great place for people watching while you enjoy your meal. I ordered a beer and salmon sashimi, plus a roll. The bartender was kind enough to give me miso soup to start as it was technically lunch, although I didn't order the lunch special.
Let me tell you, the sushi quality is FANTASTIC. The sashimi was buttery and smooth, just like good salmon sashimi should be. My problem with this particular restaurant is that their flavor combination rolls are absurd. The restaurant has extremely fresh fish to work with, but all of the options for rolls were over-the-top and unappetizing. I ended with the Pokémon roll, which included pickled jalapeño and pineapple. Why? Why would you ruin the beautiful fresh flavor that comes with the quality fish you have? That is only reason I wouldn't come back. If I am in Phoenix and want sushi again, I will only be getting nigiri and sashimi here.