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| - Tucked behind an office building along Chagrin Blvd, Shuhei has an understated presence, especially compared to the nearby Benihana. That understatement turns into muted elegance as you enter the restaurant. Sleek, modern furnishings and Japanese artwork offer visual tranquility, while kimono-clad servers lend a note of authenticity. Each guest is offered an oshibori (hot towel) upon being seated, in keeping with Japanese custom.
The menu at Shuhei offers a respectable variety of grilled meats, in addition to poultry and seafood dishes. Tempura, plus udon and soba noodles are available too. Sushi is offered in maki, nigiri and the large futomaki rolls. A personal favorite is the "Tokyo Breeze", crab stick and tuna wrapped in mango and avocado...a lightly sweet, fresh and colorful blend of textures. The a la carte sashimi menu is an eclectic mix of seafood with several interesting marinated and smoked selections, featuring the "Tiger Eye" (sake-soaked squid...not for the faint of heart). Innovative combinations and fresh ingredients make for a consistently memorable dining experience. Reservations recommended.
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