Lately, I noticed that this place is a hit and miss kinda place depend what day you go. One day, their sushi and hot food can be really good, another day can be eeehh. For $16 for lunch, it's not a bad deal especially when you're craving for sushi. For dinner, you can do better at other places.
As far any which Makino to go to, I still think the one at the Premium Outlet is the best one.