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| - Taking the Advice of some native LV Yelpers, We decided to trek out to Spring Mountain for some more authentic Asian eats. This was the Japanese selection.
We came on a weekday evening and got two seats at the bar. They have Japanese style larger communal tables near the back for larger parties, complete with crocs to slip into if you need to use the washroom. They provide you with a laminated menu, but there are other selections all over the walls with "specials." We stuck mostly to what was on the menu with a couple wall-exhibited selections.
Standouts were EXCELLENT Agedashi tofu, Delicious Vegetable Udon complete with Raw egg, good quality fish for the sushi. My partner ordered a whole grilled mackerel which he said was his favorite izakaya treat from Japan, whilst removing the entire skeleton in one pull.
I had read the reviews earlier, and knew to order the honey toast. It was definitely interesting and MUCH larger than I had expected. I loved the warmth and the ice cream and the honey with the bread.. but it was a bit too much bread in the end. Worth the $6.95 yes, "Better than sex" -- not quite.
We are from Toronto, which has decent Japanese food - but not the most authentic. My SO lived in Japan for several years, and is very particular about his Japanese cuisine. Ichiza was a pleasant surprise and we adored the experience. Decent, authentic izakaya with good service and good eats. One of our best dining experiences in Las Vegas.
4.5 Stars.
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