I was so relieved that this restaurant didn't have thumping loud music. I was meeting a long-time friend for dinner after not visiting for nearly two years. We had a lovely time, great food (beautifully presented, too) and very good service. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and beverages and attentive without hovering. With all the choices along the Biltmore corridor, Bisutoro is a wonderful change of pace, beautifully decorated and a great place for good food and conversation. Sorry, no pictures this time. read more

Great food, good atmosphere! Would go again! We went on a Tuesday in the middle of summer so it was chill! I can see it being packed out in the peak season. Make reservations read more

By far one of the most flavorful dishes I've tasted. Went during lunch in the middle of the week wasn't crazy busy. Perfect for date night or business meeting or dinner with friends. Friendly service, food was fresh and prepared quickly. So good I can't wait to go back! read more

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We stopped here for a late lunch on Saturday while in the Phoenix area for the weekend. It's located in a really nice shopping center on Camelback. Because we went in at an odd hour, they were not very busy at all. We sat at the bar and asked if they would turn the TV to the golf tournament and the lady at the bar happily obliged. We started off with drinks. A glass of Sauvignon Blanc for me and the Black Dragon (a take on an Old Fashioned, but with Japanese Whiskey and black sesame seeds) for the Hubs. He really liked his drink - he said it was a unique twist but very good. We ordered the pork Bao bun, but they were out, so we settled for the Bird bun. It was very good. I ordered the chili sesame tuna sushi roll, which was pretty amazing. The Hubs ordered the Bluefin Dragon. His was really good as well. Service was good but hard to tell if that's the norm because we were literally the only people in there for a little while. Nice vibe in the restaurant. Sleek and clean. Overall a good experience. I would go back when back in town. read more

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Loved the food, atmosphere and service here. It's beautiful inside and all the food was fresh and delicious. We started with the edamame, gyoza and pork belly. The edamame was steamed and salted but not too salty. The gyoza had a good texture and flavor as well. Unfortunately, the pork belly was kind of disappointing because much of it had fat that wasn't properly rendered and was chewy. I also got the chili sesame tuna roll. It was good. Not very spice but tasted fresh. The highlight of my meal was the cocktail, though. I had the carajillo and loved it. It was my first carajillo and I can't wait to get another. Tasted like a regular coffee and was just a little sweet, not too much. For dessert we got the cheesecake and it was a tasty fitting end to the meal. read more

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We got recommended this place by my sister who always comes here. Since she raved how good it was, I decided to book my partners birthday dinner here for a party of 8. When we first walked in, we didn't get helped until standing there for about 5-10 minutes. Once we did though, we got seated right away even though our whole party wasn't there which was nice. We started with their happy hour appetizers. All were good, especially their Miso soup. Once our whole party was here, we ordered. We got the chili sesame tuna roll, miso yellowtail roll, yellowtail nigiri, and braised short rib bao. We originally ordered the spicy scallop hand roll which they were out of and we also ordered the uni nigiri to which they were also out of. Everyone's food came out at the same time which was nice. When the rolls came out they looked okay. Not as appetizing as I was expecting. The taste of the fish was fresh, but the rolls were that good. Due to my sister raving about it I thought it would be really good. She also said the Dynamite Shrimp roll was amazing. The rest of my family and I thought it was just a regular California roll with fried shrimp on top. Everyone else also thought the food was just sub par. The service during the whole thing was really good. They even held the cake for us and set it up nicely when it was time to blow the candles out. By the end of it when it was time to pay is where the service changed quickly. I completely understand both parties need to communicate whether or not we will be paying seperately or together at the beginning. However, we were not asked nor were we asked when it was time to pay. We kindly asked to split it. The first time we asked was fine until the bill was completely mixed up. The second time, our waitress's energy changed quickly. We wanted to make it as easy as possible to which she said it was fine to split the bill however, her demeanor did not show otherwise. We finally got the bill settled (not how we wanted but it was ok because we could tell she was very annoyed). When we left, she barely said a word to us which was completely opposite from the beginning. I understand big groups can be hectic so I don't blame her for that however, the attitude at the end was not appreciated. Overall, we all were very disappointed by the food and the service at the end. Personally, I will definitely not be coming back but it's still one of my sister's favorite places. Definitely go try for yourselves! read more

Really great vibe and food! There's a dark classy/ trendy feel to this place that makes it a great place to dine at with friends. We were able to catch their happy hour which was pretty reasonable . Only picked at a few appetizers but they were all exceptional. At one point we were the only people in the restaurant, however, our bartender/ server wasn't very attentive. Still highly recommend! read more

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Stopped by for happy hour while staying at the hotel across the street and wanted a drink and snack. Both the cocktails and the options on the HH menu were great. We also got a specialty roll to try something unique to this place. It was all lovely and our server/bartender, Leanne, was fabulous. Highly recommend! read more

Bisutoro - Carajillo and the gin cocktail - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This was a horrible experience Let's start with the food poisoning That left me and my girlfriend 2 days sick We came for late lunch The place was empty (now I get why) The rice in the sushi was dry and hard plus 80% rice and 20% fish on the simple maki The fish was fishy and weird taste The bun was ok but was very hard to bite the chicken the flavor was fine We didn't finish most of the food paid and left the restaurant And on that evening we both got sick Seriously don't bother going there I don't even understand how they have 4 stars Horrible read more

Good sushi, super cute vibe, I don't think the value is quite there for the price point, but I'd like to try the appetizers and main courses. Especially the miso cod! read more

Bisutoro - Spicy salmon scallion roll? - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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One word most accurately describes this restaurant -- consistent! This is one of my favorite spots in the Biltmore area! The service is consistently great. The servers are always timely, kind & polite. If they recommend a dish, believe them! They won't steer you wrong. I have had many things from the menu. The sushi is always fresh and the fish portions used are generous. The shishito peppers are one of my favorite appetizers and the spicy garlic noodles are my favorite main dish, both having amazing flavors. The restaurant has been surprisingly slow each time I've visited with an appealing, upscale aesthetic. The location includes a patio and also has a separate, larger room to host a group event if desired. read more

Extremely Disappointing Experience on July 19th My daughter and I were visiting Phoenix from California and decided to dine at your restaurant to celebrate an early birthday dinner for her ( she is 9 ) We were seated at approximately 7:40ish PM by the host, who also took and served our drink order. We were told our server would be a young woman named Hailey, but after the drinks were dropped off, no one ever returned to our table. We waited over 40 minutes with no communication, no food order taken, and no acknowledgment whatsoever. Other tables around us were being helped, and it became painfully clear that we were simply being overlooked. Eventually, I had to get up and ask to place a to-go order at the front just to be acknowledged. While I appreciate the manager's apology and gesture of comping the to go meal for my daughter , the experience left a lasting negative impression especially because this dinner was meant to be a small, meaningful moment for my daughter and I . This wasn't just a service delay. It was complete disregard. The experience itself was unacceptable. It wasn't just a long wait -- it was a complete lack of acknowledgment while other tables around us continued receiving service. As someone whose father owned a restaurant, I know exactly how service should operate. If a server is falling behind, it's up to the entire team -- not just the assigned server -- to notice when a table is being neglected. The restaurant wasn't especially busy that night, which makes the lack of care even more disappointing. We left feeling disappointed . No guest should ever have that experience especially not a child . read more

Things were going great when we got the omakase and negi hama sushi roll!! Fresh fish, tasty flavor, not too much rice and cute ambiance. Unfortunately we were pretty disappointed by how salty the meats were. We ordered the Hainanese chicken and duck udon. The chicken was extremely salty. I coughed when I took a bite bc it was so salty. We let the server know and they brought us another one, this time the put the salt on the side. It was still super salty. Later we learned it's cured in salt, then cooked and brushed with a layer of soy sauce. Not sure why it needs to be cured in salt. It looks like other reviewers found it salty as well. The chicken was soft though so I'll give it that. The duck udon soup was salty and so was the duck - perhaps also cured in salt. Broth seemed more fusion as there was no dashi flavor. If I were to return I'd stick to sushi and other fish dishes! The ambiance makes it a great date night or girls night spot. read more

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Outstanding Experience at Bistrot in the Biltmore I recently hosted a retirement party for my colleagues at Bistrot in the Biltmore, and once again, it was an absolutely fantastic experience. This was my second time hosting an event here, and it exceeded expectations all over again. Michael, the manager, was exceptional. From the very beginning, he went above and beyond--he even gave me his personal cell number and patiently answered what felt like a million questions. He never rushed me and made me feel truly welcomed and supported throughout the entire planning process. The private dining room is beautiful--very upscale, open, and perfect for a special gathering. Our host Elda was amazing, attentive, and made sure everything ran smoothly. The food was delicious, served on time, and the pricing was very reasonable, especially for the quality and service. Every single person in our group loved the experience. If you're looking for a place to host a private party or special event, I cannot recommend Bistrot highly enough. Professional, warm, delicious food, and a flawless experience from start to finish. I will absolutely be back again. read more

Everything from the ambiance to the service and especially the food has been amazing here! Keyonte (hope I'm spelling that right) was the best server for us as it was our first time and he was great at describing and giving great recommendations. We were over satisfied with everything from the cucumber salad to the skewers to the crispy rice and that doesn't even touch on our entrees. Ugh safe to say, 10/10 will be back! read more

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We continue to get fresh, and very unique and delicious sushi and Asian fusion entrees here. read more

Bisutoro - Oshi Pressed Salmon Belly. Incredible combination of flavors and texture. The Salmon belly was superb. Slightly torched. - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

We've been here a couple times and have a great experience both times! Such friendly service and give great advice! They are so welcoming! Food is always so good as well. We have tried a handful of items and can truthfully say we recommend and definitely want to keep returning. They also have great music read more

Bisutoro - Mochi and Tiramisu for dessert - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

The reviews of this place are pretty accurate: 3.5 stars. I really wanted to like Bisutoro and went there to give it a shot, but if I had to decide between Nobu (which has a similar menu and price point) and Bisutoro, I would hands down choose Nobu for several reasons: service, food quality, ambiance, etc. I was a little skeptical when I called on Friday afternoon looking for a spot for 2 at the sushi bar at 5:30 pm and was told that the entire restaurant was completely booked all weekend and that it probably wouldn't be worth it to drop in and try for a seat anyway. I did just that and the restaurant was essentially empty. There was no one else at the sushi bar. I was able to grab 2 seats without any problem. The place is very nice inside, but it's not Nobu. Maybe I have a thing for the Japanese minimalist wood decor, but something about the fluorescent lights in the dining room made the place not as enticing inside. The lighting could be a lot more interesting. We had very lovely servers for a waitress and sushi chef. In comparison to Nobu though, the staff at Bisutoro did not seem as knowledgeable about pricing or selection. We ordered a duck ramen, tuna tacos, and shishito peppers to start. The shishito and tacos were good, but I found the ramen to be a bit too salty. Then we had some assorted Nigiri. The fish was fresh and on par, but the sushi rice was under-vinegared. Oh well, it was worth a try, but I'm not planning on coming back. I really miss Bamboo sushi, which inhabited the same location for a brief second pre-pandemic (but then closed during the pandemic and Bisutoro opened in its place). read more

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I originally wanted to come for the toro dining experience, but instead, I came for my birthday dinner instead. Very simple and elegant ambiance with a nice touch on wine display in the corner of the restaurant. The food was great quality! Everything came out hot and fresh. The nigiri was tasteful and also fresh. My mom's favorite was Uni and we were so happy that it was in stock! Service was great and attentive! Although they did check on the table next to us twice as many times as us, not sure if it was maybe a high profile client... Overall, good times! I would gladly come again. read more

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It's okay, they make it a point that they pride themselves on not having cream cheese, but the sushi is just mid tier. It's like any other place that makes sushi that have cream cheese. I usually like my uni and toro so was a bit disappointed in it. Go to Harumi Sushi instead. read more

This is a very cute place. I love the art in the walls. The Andy Warhol and Jean Michael Basquiat photos on the wall reminded me of the fact that I used to have the full photos of both of them and maybe lost them in a move? Anyway, I had the black dragon cocktail which was basically packaged as a japanese whiskey old fashioned. The presentation was cute but I like to taste the whiskey in my whiskey drink and to me it was drowned out by the other ingredients which may be good for a lot of people. I am a whiskey girl, I especially love a good Japanese whiskey. Anywho we all ordered different rolls. I got the baked crab roll and the cucumber salad. It was delightful, they have a decent happy hour. The whole bar set up is impressive next time I visit I will sit at the bat. read more

Bisutoro - Cucumber salad - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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For the prices the food was just okay. I've had more flavorful sushi at less expensive places but overall the meal wasn't bad. The appetizers were big enough to share and it's a good place to come for drinks and happy hour! I'm not sure this one would be first choice for sushi though. read more

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Took my hubby here for his birthday. I guess it's a newer place and I was so excited we made it. Our server was amazing. I wish I wrote down her name. She was so incredibly attentive and helpful. As soon as we sat down we told her I was highly allergic to shellfish and she told us not to worry. She would make sure it was taken care of because she is also allergic to shellfish. I was so happy to be there. Most restaurants don't go out of their way but they did. In regards to the drinks...PLEASE DONT CHANGE A THING!!! I know some reviews might think they need a change, PLEASEEEEEEE DONT. THATS WHAT MAKES YOUR PLACE BETTER!! You are different. It's not the same boring menu as everyone else. I literally crave the drink I had two weeks in a row so my hubby now has to take me back for the drinks and the gyoza. They are perfectly made with plenty of alcohol. Once u start watering down drinks then it's not worth it. Keep the identity of the unique drinks going!! The menu was also great. I'm glad everyone can pick what they want, meaning there is something for everyone. I was able to get my shellfish free menu. With plenty of options. My hubby is not allergic so he was able to enjoy all the seafood. We literally tried everything and we will certainly be back this weekend. I can not get that drink out of my head. I had two there and I'll be back. I almost forgot, dessert was out of this world!!!! Yum! read more

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I had a team dinner here while traveling for work. Carson was our waiter and he took good care of us. They were really accommodating and we all enjoyed ourselves. It's probably not a place I would pick by choice myself. I usually buy 6 pieces of sashimi and the price was kind of high in my opinion. But for a team dinner and work reimbursing, it was great to try. We got a couple of fried rices for the table and it helped as a filler. Pretty big bowls. Would recommend. read more

Bisutoro - Shared sushi - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Best pork belly of all time! No joke I dream about the food here. Portion size of that pork belly plate was excessive. The happy hour here...great value. It's cute inside and the sushi rolls are insanely delicious. From drinks to service I have no idea how every seat in the house was not sold out. From the drinks to the sushi this menu is mouthwatering. Absolutely excellent. read more

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Bisutro is an amazing sushi bar with incredible staff. We sat at the sushi bar and enjoyed everything we ordered. Thank you for going above and beyond for our first visit, we'll be back! read more

Wow what a fun place to stumble upon. After shopping at the Biltmore I was starving and wanted to try this sushi place and they just so happened to have happy hour until 6pm on a Saturday! I sat at the bar and the people were friendly and the service was great. I've always wanted to try crispy rice and they had a salmon one on happy hour which was amazing, I felt like it needed sauce though so I asked for eel sauce on the side. I also tried the soft shell crab bao bun which was pretty good! (My first time trying soft shell crab). They had a lot of good options on the happy hour, I cant wait to come back and try more. Also the place is just beautiful! read more

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Our waiter was great and very knowledgeable about the menu and our food came out in a timely manner. I have no complaints about the service. Also, the ambiance of this restaurant was nice. We tried a couple of the sushi rolls, shishito peppers, and soft shell crab bao buns. Our food was okay, but truthfully I have had much better for a much lower price which is the reason for the 3 star rating. I'm not much of a cocktail person, but my husband did really enjoy his so this is another plus if you enjoy this kind of thing. He got the Black Dragon read more

Bisutoro - Soft shell crab bao buns - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Well balanced menu and great for date nights. Service is very nice. The atmosphere is very calming and definitely helps set the mood for romance. They have a great happy hour special. read more

I've visited bisutoro a couple times when they were a newer restaurant and thought it was pretty good. I went when they had a discount going, and, without it, the prices are pretty steep. I really loved their garlic chicken and thought their steak frites were just ok. The spicy garlic noodles were pretty tasty as well. I would likely come back for a special occasion. read more

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Okay if ever there was my wish for half stars this would be it. 3 is not enough, but 4 feels like giving a participation award. Ambiance is amazing, very upscale sushi vibe, but music is bad. Pop music (and like bad movie theater pop music) does not a sushi restaurant make. I think spending the money to create a business Pandora station starting with Harry Styles Song for a Sushi Resteraunt or some deep house lounge music or something. (It was that noticeable). Staff was great, but the food and drink program I feel was trying to hard. Nichole was amazing. She knew the menu well and was excited about the cocktail program. The gyoza is amazing. Do yourself a favor and order 2. We tried the specialty roll, it had too many flavors. There were 2 types of fish, avacado, chili, lemon wedges with the rind and something crunchy on top. We tried the fried chicken. It was good, but wouldn't get it again. It was dry and the flavors at times confusing. I'm pretty sure there was dry curry involved? The drinks we beautiful but each had an overpowering flavor profile. All in all its worth another try. I will be trying it again to make sure I am not being unfair. I WILL be trying the sliced waguu and will report back with better pictures. This places deserves a try and even a second. read more

Bisutoro - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Very slow service, Disappointing that orders were missed because they were not put in. Saw change in two waiting staffs. Had to wait after every part-drinks, appetizers, main course for someone to come and take orders. The restaurant wasn't too busy at that time either. read more

Forgot to take pics of the food and atmosphere but I've been to this place three times and the most recent time left an impact! Just wanted to say thank you to Michael and Quinn. Their hospitality and attention to detail does not go unnoticed! You definitely have a customer for life! I can't say thank you enough for making my day better! read more

Great location in the Biltmore area. The interior is a modern take on Japanese architecture style with a great mix of different natural materials. We had a reservation and we're able to be seated pretty promptly. Our server was friendly and was helpful with suggestions. The edamame was nicely seasoned. The pork belly was ok. Some of the pieces were only fat and some were completely over cooked which was disappointing. The chicken was delicious. Amazingly crispy skin and tender juicy chicken. The cheesecake was a great finish that can definitely be shared. read more

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I typically am a bit hesitant when it comes to "upscale" Asian food since it's hard to do well in a way that feels authentic. However, Obon Bisutoro has kept popping up for me and I knew I had to give it a try --I'm so glad I did! At first, I was a but hesitant when I saw the menu had a "Korean Harvest Bowl" AKA bibimbap, but the food itself was delicious and spoke for itself. To start, I ordered Nigiri and Maki. The fish quality was excellent and overall balanced well. Between the appetizer course and entrees, we received consumé as a palate cleanser which was a nice touch. We were also given a hearty portion of pickled ginger with the sushi which was lovely to have throughout the meal. For my entrees, I ordered the Hainanese Chicken and spicy garlic noodles. The chicken was a very large portion and I've never had chicken this soft and juicy before. The sauces were excellent as well. I did enjoy the noodles as well, but not as much as the chicken. Overall I felt as though udon for the noodles was a slightly odd choice (they don't tell you it's udon on the menu). I think soba or buckwheat noodles could have been a better choice for this, but overall it wasn't bad. My friends also ordered the Japanese sweet potato robata and raved about how good it was (I'm dairy free so I couldn't partake, sadly). The restaurant is beautifully decorated and the service was excellent. The ambiance alone would make this restaurant a great one to celebrate a special occasion at. We will definitely come back and hopefully try the bossam set among other dishes. Overall, if you're looking for a nice dinner with Asian flavors done well, this is a great option. read more

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First time here and we weren't disappointed. Started with their specialty cocktails Thai-gers Blood, Onsen a Lifetime and a Margarita. All were well made and refreshing! For starters we ordered the poke which came one a bed of individually fried rice cakes. Then we got the Love Boat full of melt in your mouth sashimi. Wow! Ordered the spicy Tuna roll and the Rainbow roll which were fresh and delicious! Followed up with the Spicy Citrus Salmon roll which was our favorite. All of the flavors worked! Service was quick and our server Kine was friendly and took great care of of. She was the best!! Definitely coming back!! read more

Bisutoro - Love Boat, Spicy Tuna and Rainbow roll, cocktails and last dinner with Daughter for awhile. - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Had an awesome time here with my wife. Very cool Asian fusion vibe with delicious sushi. Will be back!

such great service from keyonte. great sushi and drinks. we came at close to closing time and they accommodated our birthday party of 8! the appetizers were delicious. some of our entrees did not workout but they definitely corrected and was reflected on the check. Would definitely go again. read more

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Finding a great sushi place that isn't ridiculously expensive is rather hard in my opinion. I found Bisutoro on Instagram and I was pleasantly surprised! Service is great and the food is even better. I do think the portions are rather small but the quality makes up for it. This is place is very aesthetically pleasing. Highly recommend! read more

Bisutoro - Braised beef bao. Didn't like it AT ALL. this was $10... for 1 bao bun. Meat was really tough and the ginger on it was very off putting. - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Great food but please have your servers warn the guests when they are eating the chicken fried rice. The food was so hot the roof of my mouth was burned raw for about 4 days straight after eating. Have eaten nothing but ice cream and popsicles since. read more