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| - Shikiji is the kind of restaurant that's so good, I almost don't want to encourage more people to go there because that makes it more crowded! We've been going here for years and have tried most of what they have to offer. The food is always fresh, the staff is friendly and attentive, and the ambiance is intimate and a bit funky.
If you have never tried it, lunch is a great time to stop by! You'll save a bit of money ordering from the lunch menu, and you can take a bento box for great variety and value. ($10 on average, includes a small miso soup, bowl of rice, and chicken/beef plus a few sushi rolls, depending on what you choose. They have 8 varieties). Their ramen is delicious and the portion is huge. I haven't had anything here I didn't like. They're always prompt to refill drinks, even taking a pot of tea away to refill it, but won't disturb you too much.
The sushi selection is quite good, they have all the classics (try the negitoro! Sooo good) as well as "feature" rolls that often have more Western ingredients like the "Ragin' Cajun" roll. These are a fun but usually pricier way to try something a bit different. I've never had a roll here that wasn't delicious.
As other reviews have noted, the space is small and tables are limited. It's part of the charm, but it comes with a price! Make reservations if you can so that you aren't left waiting, because huddling in the very limited space at the front for 15-20 minutes isn't very fun.
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