This place is new to the neighbourhood and I needed a late lunch so I went in to check it out. It has potential but there are still a few kinks to be worked out I think.
What I Liked:
- I was greeted and seated right away and the staff were friendly.
- The menu is pretty big and crab stick tempura was listed on the menu so I didn't need to ask for it as a special request.
- The inside of the restaurant looks great for the area.
- The food came out quickly.
- The sushi rice was well seasoned.
- The staff were attentive and asked how I liked the food and refilled my glass quickly.
What Could Be Better:
- The prices of the rolls are not fair for the quality. I think the prices are fine but they need to make sure they are nailing the execution.
- The yam tempura in the yam tempura roll was undercooked.
- The spicy salmon roll was the kind with chopped salmon trimmings thrown in a bucket with sauce and a spoonful glopped onto the rice with a half cup of tempura bits. I much prefer a solid piece of fish.
- The staff's children were present (which is fine, I know sometimes you need to do that with a small family business) but at times they were getting a little loud. If I'm paying $20 for lunch I don't want to play babysitter.
Don't get me wrong, though, the food was certainly edible. I will go back. I do look forward to seeing how it evolves over the coming months.