Out of all of the Sushi places I have tried in the Madison area, Takara's is by far my favorite. My husband and I will take lunch here 1-2 times per month and almost every time we go we are very satisfied.
Pros:
- Sushi preparation is almost always consistent even with different sushi chef's behind the counter.
- Fish has a very good taste to it and it almost always cut very well
- Lunch time prices are very reasonable for the quality
- The simplest rolls are really good. My husband and I usually never get any of the fancy specials or complicated rolls because they do the simple stuff really well.
- The sushi chefs are very friendly and willing to chat!
Cons:
- Waitresses often appear to be in a bad mood. It may be a cultural thing, but my husband and I always feel like we are a burden to the waitresses and hostess.
- Deco is a little dated
- There is a minimum price to spend in order to sit in the "private" room on the floor....even if the place is empty and your group is the only one there
- There is sometimes an off-putting smell in the front room
Overall:
If you are in the sushi or sashimi without all the bells and whistles, this is the place to go. The food is very good and they seem to be able to provide consistent meals