. "Whenever someone mentions Kibo to me, it's physically difficult not to respond with an exacerbated sigh.\n\nIt wasn't always like this. When they initially opened in 2012, with a lovely wait staff and above average food, it was a consistent 4 star experience. I would frequent this place after work, and have pleasant chit chat with the manager. However, as the months went on, I saw the steady decline in service and the food (portions became noticeably smaller yet appreciated in value?)\n\nNow in 2014, their $5 dollar lunch specials are the portion size that could rival some of the more upscale sushi restaurants closer to the core. I would much rather use that $5 to drive up to Taro's and have high grade sushi at a similar price.\n\nBut their menu has always been a hot mess. Their menu is a dead giveaway that it is not Japanese owned; Sui Mais / Ha Gow (Chinese dim sum dish.), bimbibap (Korean), the misspelt \"karage\", I could go on.\n\nKibo, I've given you so many chances, but it's about time I officially called it quits.\n\n***2 stars because the decor is gorgeous, and it smells like tempura every time I walk by.***"^^ . "0"^^ . "1"^^ . . . "2014-12-15T00:00:00"^^ . "2"^^ . "5"^^ .