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| - Takara has a very special place in my heart. It was where my boyfriend and I first met. It was also the place where we dined for our 1 year anniversary ( which is also the day I got a speeding ticket on our way to dinner. I am still upset about that)
I guess the best place to start is with the atmosphere. The restaurant is very small. They do have additional tables in the back for large parties that include flattop grills but even then, the space isn't very spacious. Once you walk in, there is a table that is right at the door. It's hard to feel like you have any privacy but they really can't take away tables or there would be quite the waiting time for diners. They really can't add addition room because they are a small sub division of or a larger strip mall. Really puts them in a tough place but it is also something that is needed.
That all being said, I really do enjoy the décor. The seats are comfortable and the tables are good sizes. Beautiful bar area for the sushi chefs. Extremely clean and great smells. There is a general bar area for additional seating but in my three times dining here, I've never seen people make use of it unless they are waiting on their to go order.
Not being much of a sushi person, I can't speak too much about their sushi, but I can say that Takara does offer a large range of entrees from teriyaki's to noodle dishes. I am a big fan of their Shrimp and Chicken Teriyaki. It comes with grilled carrots, zucchini, broccoli and onions toasted in a teriyaki sauce and a side of white rice. Shrimp are always cooked perfectly. I am also a fan of their tempura. Extremely crispy, buttery and flaky.
Services has always been on point every time I've dinned here, food has always been served piping hot and prices are decent. You pay for what you get. I can't complain about the quality. The food is served gorgeously to diners. They really do a fantastic job focusing on plate presentation.
The biggest let down really is the space as mention above. I just do not like restaurants to be so small that it makes you feel like you're sitting on top of each other. In some ways, it's uncomfortable.
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