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Do not let its location deceive you: it's located in a somewhat run-down neighbourhood, in a tiny plaza next to a convenience store, blink and you might miss it. But if you're looking for good food, and fresh sushi, this is your place. It's a small location, so reservations are recommended, especially on weekends and holidays (I've been turned away before).
I've been coming here for years (so often, that the wait staff know my order, down to the drink) and that in itself is a testimony to the quality of food that is served here. I typically order the Zen menu, which is the restaurant's version of a prix fixe meal. It's served with miso soup, salad (served with what has got to be the best dressing on a salad I've ever had), California rolls (just delicious), tofu, a choice between teriyaki steak, salmon (and perhaps chicken, though I'm not 100% certain) and dessert. I always order the teriyaki steak, which is consistently cook exactly the way I want it. In my opinion, also the best place to have Spider Rolls (my favourite!)
The staff has been exactly the same for as long as I can remember (at least a decade, now). The service is always impeccable, you will not regret coming here.
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