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| - found this place on yelp and we headed straight here after a 4.5 hour drive from san diego. we arrived at 5 pm (for happy hour) and only had to a wait for a few minutes for a table to open up in the patio. happy hour is in the patio or bar area. it was a lovely day in vegas (sunny, mid-60s) so sitting in the patio was wonderful. we were quickly served by a super friendly waiter and given the menu. i was surprised at how fast we were served, because the place was PACKED.. but that is expected on friday at happy hour right? we ordered the sake bomb, a few rolls and a few apps (calamari/shrimp).. we were HUNGRY! the sake bomb is just that.. the bomb! it was delicious. this was all wonderful. the food came out quickly as well and the presentation was nice. unfortunately, that is where it ended for me. the calamari (and i do love all types of calamari) was kind of soggy and tasteless. the rolls (shrimp and crab) were mediocre, but filling. the saving grace was the sweet and spicy shrimp. this was good, but not great. i really enjoyed my time here.. the service.. ambiance... location, but the food did not blow me away. because of this, i rate kona grill at 3 stars. i don't know.. perhaps i came on an off night (in regards to the food preparation), but this will not deter me from returning. i was thoroughly impressed with everything else, and when i am back in vegas, will definitely return.
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