So I heard a LOT about this place before finally being able to make it. I don't know if my expectations were simply too high but I was underwhelmed.
I went with some of my best girlfriends and we still have a good time - but the experience was just not 5 stars.
Menus were kinda... grubby? Some of the plates we shared were good, the black cod was outstanding... But others were so average. The salad (I think it was sesame?) was pretty sad. The fried veggies were just disappointing - sure, they're big pieces but some chunks were undercooked. I actually bit on a soggy piece at some point wahhhhh. Thankfully washed it out with a swig of ginger beer. Tried the veggie dumplings as well; ok, but nothing that exciting.
Drinks were actually a strong point. There were a bunch of Japanese-themed cocktails (I liked the Tokyotini) and of course, sake (and whiskey!).
So I would say this place is good for a party with a group of friends, or even for celebrating your birthday (they do this cool thing where they turn off the lights and bring you cake; happened 3 or 4 times over the course of the evening). Most people go for the sake bombs. But to me, the novelty kinda wore off after the first time we ordered a round.
Also, some things to keep in mind (deal-breakers for me): this place gets LOUD, so much so that I had a hard time hearing my friend sitting across the table. Also, restrooms were NOT clean... And you know what that usually says about the kitchen :(