Food, service, ambiance, always on point. Never had a bad dish. Go. Eat. And TIP YOUR SERVERS read more

Bluefish Grill - Char Shu rice bowl. Breakfast over rice, Japanese style. DELICIOUS - Asian Fusion Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

We had a very underwhelming, near disappointing, visit to Bluefish Grill several years ago and was recommended to give it a try again recently. Definitely wanted to go in with a clean slate, knowing how many things for a restaurant can change in three or four years. I have to downgrade to one star though based on this week's dinner. I really don't see where there's a quality of food, flavor, friendly service or atmosphere that doesn't register as a fail. We were dining with a few other families (the place holds about 8 or so tables max) and another guy I could tell totally loves this place - it's an understatement to say that I don't get it. I really don't. I honestly feel like Gordon Ramsey's "Kitchen Nightmares" needs to go in and explain to them everything they doing wrong - because where do you start... Everything we ordered was overcooked, or cooked incorrectly and was not delicious, much less impressive. Let's be specific - the fried calamari was heavily battered and over cooked, the octopus balls were overcooked on the outside and offered an overly hot unidentifiable soup on the inside, and the fish & chips were basically two overcooked large triangles of thin fish and thick breading so the experience was a crunchy, dry thin processed piece of fried something that, whether visibly or by flavor, had no real indication there was fish present inside the deep fried breaded triangle. Service is beyond blah, it's indifferent. I dont mind the small dive atmosphere whatsoever, but at that point there's actually nothing I can point out of pleasure, value or reward for going here. What a place. Not a single smile, no warm greeting or any sentiment that anyone's glad you're there. No time for you. Just tell me what you want. Despite being a tiny place it does not guarantee your table might be walked by a dozen times while youre obviously ready and waiting to order. It always strikes me when a place is slow to serve you or give you proper attention but quick to bring you your check. I'm glad some people like it enough to keep it in business, but I don't get it. All I see is room for improvement , by which I mean needs for improvement - everywhere. I wish I took pictures of our meal but I didn't want to denigrate or erode the time we were having with a friend of ours. Taking pics of this food would have been too obvious and I really wanted to focus on enjoying our company regardless of the fact that I'm definitely going out again tomorrow night to reset my palate and have a total do-over. *Update, we did head over to The Flying Pig the next night where we can always count on having a high-quality friendly experience - and great good. The next day was Saturday and we went for dinner at Penny Lane Pub, again where we could count on a delicious meal and a welcoming, friendly environment. At that point I had mostly forgotten the regret I had held over from the second and final time we'll ever give Bluefish Grill a shot. The owner's attitude, of saying "then why do you come back", rather than being curious about what they could do better tells it all. An owner who stubbornly asserts everything's perfect, it's the customer who's the problem I've seen before - and in the long term it doesn't bode well for the business. read more

A cosy restaurant with a nautical theme and excellent food. There aren't a lot of tables, so reservations are recommended. The seating is plain, but the food is amazing. Each dish is presented beautifully and tastes great. Ample parking & handicap friendly. read more

I wish I had come here sooner. As much as we come to Sergio's and I used to frequent Taylors, I'm kicking myself for skipping Bluefish Grill. When my mom was around, she told me she came here with a friend. Hubby and I came here on a lunch date, Inside is a small space of tables, there was a waitress and a guy behind that was making sushi. When the sushi takes time to make, you know it's going to be delicious. I've been to other sushi spots and the rolls would come out rather quickly. We decided to start off with the Japanese fried squid on a stick. They were baby squid I had to ask thinking it was a full size squid. For the roles my husband chose the Playboy and I chose the Coco Mango which we both split. I thoroughly enjoyed the fried squid on a stick It was nice and crisp on the outside and soft and juicy on the inside. It comes with three in the appetizer so if there's two of you just split the 3rd. When our roles came out they Showed great presentation. I was nervous with the fish on top of the Playboy role because I'm not used to eating that type of sushi and I think it has to do with texture. I don't know what I was so afraid of because it was the most tender piece of fish and melted in my mouth. Out of the two roles the Playboy was my favorite one the fish on top was soft, All of the flavors were Prominent and you didn't feel like it was getting lost. I'm sure we could have ordered a third roll but it was getting close to their closing time at 2:00. I ordered a hot green tea and it came out with its own teapot which I absolutely loved. I'm just upset with myself that it took me forever to get here. My husband and I have already talked about when we come back some of the other options we plan to try and I'm really looking forward to it read more

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This place is amazing!! Food is fresh and well prepared!! Very clean and staff are very responsive.

I've been meaning to try a new food spot and recently came across this restaurant. It was highly recommended by a close friend and honestly I was not disappointed at all. Very cozy ambiance and the service was very good. I had the mabo ramen but ended up substituting the pork belly for beef and it was AMAZING! I really want to try the other ramen bowls and their sushi because there was such a lovely variety to choose from. This is definitely going to be my favorite local food spot from here on out! read more

Bluefish Grill - Mabo Ramen substituted with beef - Asian Fusion Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

The sticky finger salad was amazing! The restaurant is in a strip mall type place. The service was quick and efficient and friendly. There aren't too many seats but enough for a decent lunch crowd but not overwhelming for noise level. Will definitely come back. read more

Delicious food and very pleasant servers. I'm Latina and my husband is American; at some places we frequent, he gets treated well while they won't even look at me ‍, but this place is great! They were so friendly! I love it! read more

Bluefish Grill is a small, cozy spot with a laid-back atmosphere. If you're looking for something trendy or Instagrammable, this may not be the place but it's clean, comfortable, and perfect if you're focused on enjoying good food. I was craving sushi, and my husband found this restaurant. I ordered the tempura sushi with a side of fries, and he had the fried squid on a skewer , calamari as an appetizer and the dragon roll with eel. Everything was flavorful and fresh we both really enjoyed our meals. Our waitress was friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. We'll definitely be back! read more

Bluefish Grill - Asian Fusion Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

Cute little restaurant, but definitely not suitable for a larger party as space is limited. My husband and I were seated at a small table in between other tables near their refrigerator and anyone walking by was near-bumping-elbows distance from us. Food is a hit or miss depending on what you order. My husband ordered a plate of sushi and I ordered their Chicken Karaage. His sushi were big and tasted delicious. My food was okay, run of the mill and nothing special. Lastly, we ordered a chocolate/strawberry cake dessert. This was very tasty. Despite the sushi tasting great and large proportions, I don't rate this place higher because not everything tasted great and the price was expensive for what you're getting. It's good if you plan on eating sushi and/or dessert with 2-4 people, but nothing outside of that. read more

Bluefish Grill - Asian Fusion Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

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The food is so good! Definitely, order at the counter and sit outside. The porch is so nice! I ordered two portions and that was a lot more food than I could eat! :) read more

Bluefish Grill - Asian Fusion Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

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-Crabcake: very salty, submerged in oil. Tasted old. Amount given is very small. -Veggies: very salty and tasted old -Mashed potatoes: not edible. Firm, salty, and tasted old. -salmon roll: slimy and tasted old. Not edible. Got sick from this one. -ramen: again salty broth. Noodles were fine. The only good thing about this restuarant was the waitress was nice. read more

No sushi to go should probably have that somewhere and not be told by rude hostess over the phone.

Went on a Monday night, it was nice and quiet. The lady was super sweet and friendly. I can tell the man knows how to cook. I got SHRIMP TEMPURA UDON NOODLE. Delicious and flavorful. They offer wine, beer, sake. read more

Bluefish Grill - Asian Fusion Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

Food was great and service was excellent! A hole in the wall must go to sushi spot. Sushi took about 45 mins, there was about 3 other tables being served as well read more

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LOVE this hidden gem in Market Square in Brandermill! Great food. My favorite is the Vegas Roll. Family owned. read more

The explosion sandwich is so good, you have to try it if you like spicy! What a good combination of flavors.

Pleasantly surprised. I really enjoyed this restaurant. From the quiet atmosphere to the casual plates, this was well done and exactly the vibe I seek on a Saturday night. I had a great set of meals for a good price. The rice was really good and the portions are quite large for a hungry adult. You can't go wrong here. I look forward to more visits! read more

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Came out here to catch up with a friend and suggested this spot. Saw the soft shell crab and knew that was already a must. We did an early lunch so we were the first people there when they opened up. We got front seatings on their outside patio because it was just so gorgeous. Service was pretty quick and then staff was friendly. I wanted to get an order of sushi to go but they said that they didn't serve them to go so...I had to be a champion and eat my craving right then and there. Lol. Their soft shell crab sandwich was perfect and their fries were fresh and had that perfect crunch to it. It was really great and I slightly regret not ordering one to go for the hubby. read more

Bluefish Grill - Soft Shell Crab Sandwich - Asian Fusion Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

Do not be fooled by the restaurant's exterior (or interior). Located inside of an older strip mall, you'd never know what awaits inside: authentic Japanese flavor at great prices. I had the curry ramen--delicious, flavorful and topped with crunchy panko-coated chicken cutlet. The family and I shared two sides: one was an interesting take on spring rolls--they appeared to be fried and panko-crusted (correct me if I'm wrong), and full of flavor. I only wish they were either larger or more came on a platter (there were 4 of us, so we had to share the six). Wife and I also had the squid appetizer and it was juicy and delicious. Not rubbery at all. Try some of the rolls as well--you can tell a lot of time and effort went into the sushi craft here. We shared one roll that was topped with a bit of lemon--something I normally wouldn't have even considered on Suchi, but the flavor profile was out of this world. Finally, the menu offered a wide variety of selections--though, I would probably avoid the base "seafood platter" dishes...you can probably tell they are trying to cater to a wide variety of pallets--even those that are a bit less exploratory. read more

Came here for a quick work lunch with a friend. We sat outside on their pleasant patio. I loved their outdoor seating because it protected us from the sun and provided a nice breeze. I normally don't venture to this part of town. I was grateful that Yelp led me here. Our waitress was kind. She made sure to check on us frequently. I ordered the Rainbow Roll. I wasn't the biggest fan of the crab in the roll because it felt like a dairy product crab salad (I'm not a fan of mixing fish and dairy). The roll was HUGE. I wasn't a fan of the fish either. It tasted a bit strange, but not in a dangerous/food safety concerning way. My friend got the Coco Mango Roll and Executive Roll. We agreed the Coco Mango was the best of the three. The Executive Roll had way too much going on for me, but a pleasant spicy kick. My friend enjoyed both of her rolls. I found that the quality of the fish didn't match the price we paid. However, inflation is a real thing influencing businesses everywhere, so I understand that their prices may have been high for this reason. The portions are huge! These may be some of the biggest rolls I've encountered in a while. When I say big, I mean hard to put in your entire mouth. My friend and I had leftovers from our rolls. I'm happy I was able to find something new in Midlothian. read more

Food is always on point. I will point out that the lady working there can be rather hit-or-miss with what version of her you're going to get. Sometimes she's very matter-of-fact, direct, and helpful. Other times, it is an icy vibe and relatively unpleasant. Last time I went. I was practically getting stared at by her as I was eating. It made the meal uncomfortable, awkward, and I was feeling like I was doing something wrong by bring there. I'd rather get food to go if it's going to be like that. Sushi is great. I prefer no added sauces and they accommodate that rather well. The ramen is always amazing. read more

I was underwhelmed with my experience here unfortunately. I was on the lookout for some good sushi. Specifically sushi rolls. It was a little pricier than I expected, but more than that. The quality did not meet the bar of the price. I had ordered a spicy tuna roll and the Red Dragon roll. The spicy tuna was simply tuna with a small dot of siracha on each. The tuna was not great quality and the lack of care to actually make spicy tuna was a bummer. Similarly w the Red Dragon (basically a California roll w spicy tuna on top).... But with the Red Dragon, the "crab center" tasted tired and seemed to be pushing its freshness limit at best. The ambience was OK. The inside was simple and almost café like. I sat outdoors because it was a beautiful day. The outdoor seating was fine - and clean, which I deeply appreciated. The service itself was fine. The waitress was attentive as best she could be since I was outside, and the majority of the customers were inside. Overall, I'm not sure if I'll go back. I just felt overpriced and under delivered. Perhaps the other offerings outside of Sushi are better... read more

Bluefish Grill - Spicy tuna roll and Red Dragon roll. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

Don't let this tiny restaurant fool you from coming in. They are a mom and pop restaurant and the food will amaze you. Everything is fresh and made to order. I've been coming here for a few years and introduced friends to this restaurant who all agree it's fabulous. Yes, you may have to wait if it's busy but it's worth it. I've only had the sushi which all rolls are fresh and oh so good. My friends have had the noodle bowls and the fish sandwiches and all were very pleased. Put this on your list and visit soon. read more

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This little gem has the best Asian Fushion in town. If you like spicy, the Mabo Ramen is a must try. Everyone I've recommend this restaurant to love it! Bluefish Grill has it all... great clean, great service and excellent food. read more

This place was absolutely delicious! My sis and I stopped by after looking at some of the stores in the area. They were very friendly also! Would def visit again :) read more

Very small mom and pop operation but very good food and an expansive menu of seafood , Asian and sushi.

Fresh and good seafood variety. Sushi well done and quality is excellent. Small location but comfortable, noice level is low. read more

Best sushi around! Their classic rolls are a must! And compared to other locations, very well priced.

This place is a hidden gem! I crave the shrimp sandwhich on a weekly basis. I just wish I could Get it all the time! The place is small, but what they lack in size they make up with taste! When I was on maternity leave I was here for lunch daily. I would suggest doing a pick up order for dinner in the winter so that you don't have to wait outside for a table and you can enjoy the delicious food. We have had the flounder sandwhich and the burger and they are all good, but I'm seriously addicted to the shrimp! read more

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Decided to go to dinner with my husband and teenage son at 6:00 on Friday. The restaurant is very small so I was worried about a wait but we got seated immediately. The waitress was very friendly and went out of her way to help clarify the different Ramen styles for me. We ordered the Sunshine Sushi to share as an appetizer which was so amazing! Probably the best sushi I've ever had. My husband had the Fish and chips which he described as a little too much breading but very good. My son ordered the Crab Cakes which he loved. He also had a side salad with ginger dressing which he enjoyed. I ordered the Curry Ramen which was very good! Not too spicy and the crispy chicken on top was so good! We will definitely be back! read more

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A rose by any other name...I'll take these rosebud delights over the aromatic bloom anytime! Shrimp tempura and jalapeño roll, topped with fresh tuna, and drizzled with eel sauce. Hands down...Best. Roll. Ever! Beyond the amazing food, their service is fast, friendly, and accurate! If you haven't checked out this hidden gem, you're missing out! read more

Bluefish Grill - Shrimp Nips Roll - Asian Fusion Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

Amazing food! Super fresh too. I'd recommend this place to anyone. I gave it four starts because the prices are pretty high. I tried the Kimchi ramen and was so pleased. The flavors were amazing. Also I've never had a sushi roll I didn't like from this place. read more

Bluefish Grill - Kimchi Ramen - Asian Fusion Near Me - Midlothian, Virginia

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Small restaurant that could easily be overlooked. Divey. The staff are attentive and friendly. You want to try the potato wrapped shrimp! Unique and delicious! The ramen was pretty good, too. read more

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We aren't usually in Midlothian so we decided to look around for a place to eat near where we were headed. A small space, unassuming, with little tables. But clean and cozy. The food? Delicious!!! We only really tried the sushi and fried squid skewer this time, which was fresh,beautifully presented and delicious. We will certainly be back to try other dishes. The squid was fried crisp and soft on the inside, so good! Seafood, sandwiches, ramen and sushi. Definitely worth a visit! read more

I'm typically quick to recommend "hole in the wall" family owned type places, but this was a bad experience all around. Waitress was rude and food took forever (an hour) despite only a few tables being occupied. Sushi came out on shared plates, which is awkward when two people are sharing that aren't sitting near each other. When asked where the rest of one of our orders was, waitress responded "chef only has 2 hands". It was as if they were annoyed we wanted to give them our business. Hard pass on ever returning, there are too many other good food spots in the area and throughout Richmond. It's worth noting that after I posted this review, an angry person reached out that was very upset about the things I said. This person only has 1 review on their profile (for Bluefish) so I can assume they are affiliated with this restaurant. This gives me further motivation to never eat here again. Sorry, sushi should not take an hour for just a few rolls to be served, especially when no one else is eating there. read more

The executive roll is phenomenal. We sat outside for lunch and the service and food were phenomenal.

This place is a hidden gem. My wife and I just ate here and 100% loved it. Please do yourself a favor and go try it. The Sweet chili potato wrapped shrimp and shrimp spring rolls were 2 of the best starters I have ever had. Then the Sushi we had was extremely fresh and the KimChi Ramen was absolutely delicious! Cant wait to get back and try more things. read more

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We visited for a second time. 40 minute wait up front for sushi was shared with us so we were a bit disappointed. Hoping we can come back and have better services time to enjoy the sushi . read more

This Place is Fantastic. I have been several times, and the food has been great every time. Food comes out quickly and it's flavorful and cooked well. The servers are kind and are good at their jobs! read more