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| - Fusion is stepping up the sushi game in Kensington and I don't see anything slowing it down.
We made an early reservation for a Thursday night dinner, and making a reservation was a good idea. We arrived to an empty restaurant, with nearly all tables sporting a "reserved" sign. We were seated and ordered a few drinks, then had the menu briefly explained to us, along with the already infamous chef's specials board.
We ordered salmon and tuna sashimi to start, followed by a classic spicy salmon roll, the Alberta roll off the specials rolls, unagi nigiri, and a green dragon roll off the chef's daily special rolls. The sashimi came out promptly, placed in a bowl of ice with a mini ice sculpture (fun!), and it was some of the best sashimi I have had in Calgary. Served at the perfect temperature, the buttery soft, fresh tasting fish was to die for. I am still thinking about that sashimi.
Next were the rolls and let me tell you, this meal just got better and better. Everything was again plated beautifully, and looks weren't all that this sushi had to offer. The green dragon roll from the chefs daily special menu was so perfect: warm tempura, avocado, mayo and green tobiko for snap - loved it all. The Alberta roll was original and bold, and clearly well thought out, with seared steak, green onions and a spicy sauce coming together for perfection. We couldn't decide which was our favorite - everything was so fresh and so even handed. Ordering a smattering from the different offerings on the menu proved to be the way to go.
Is Kensington becoming little Vancouver? I sure felt transported. Even just walking in - there is something so familiar about this place, with the table setup and bar seating along the chefs tables. The service is amazing, on point and friendly. The food is fresh and original, and prepared with thought. By the time we left, the restaurant was full and many of the people who had come in were obviously regulars and greeted warmly by the staff as if they were old friends. It's no surprise this place already has a solid following.
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