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    Camon Japanese Restaurant

    4.0 (112 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Intimate
    Quiet
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Michelle L.

    Camon is a great sushi spot with more of an intimate atmosphere. When I went on a Thursday at 5pm it was super quiet and perfect for a relaxed meal. We got the happy hour special (3 rolls for $30) , and I was very impressed! This is officially my new favorite sushi spot in the area. The service was excellent. Our server truly anticipated all of our needs and we were seated right away, though I'm not sure if that's because we were there early. The sushi itself was amazing, and I will definitely be back!

    Takoyaki
    Tori E.

    Can we take a moment and give a round of applause to this amazing establishment, please? I mean really! Bravo to the chefs, the server we had tonight & the owner/manager! I thought my son and I had found the best sushi restaurant in the midlands before, until we ate dinner here tonight. If I could, I would give this dining experience 10 stars. Everything was perfect. Camon is a little hole in the wall restaurant that exudes an air of Japanese tranquility. From the moment you open the sliding door, to being served a cup of hot green tea after you are seated, this place just feels like a true authentic Japanese restaurant should feel. As my son put it, "it's a vibe in here." The young lady who served us tonight was pleasant, soft spoken, polite and attentive (and not in an annoying way kind of attentive). We began with the takoyaki. Oh my word! The way it melted in my mouth with all the flavors and textures was astonishing. My son took one bite and it was literally eye opening for him. It was his first time trying takoyaki and he loved it. I almost wish I had not let this be his first one because I fear that now, none of the others will ever compare. That's how good it was! Then, we ordered some sashimi, the dragon special and nigiri. All of it was superb!! We had to have more. We ordered a spicy tuna roll, some steamed shrimp shumai and mochi for dessert. Again, it was all a superb!

    Jason B.

    Finally! Legit sushi! This place is definitely getting another visit. Since moving to the midlands it's been tough finding good sushi. Everyone seems to recommend someplace that ends up disappointing. This place hit it out the park. The sushi rolls were good sizes, the fish fresh and buttery texture. Order more than you are expecting to eat because they can take a while to complete orders. There are Plenty of interesting items on the menu. Worth my time and money! The service was traditional and professional and the ambiance was pleasant and peaceful.

    Columbia Roll
    Kristin P.

    So, So, Sushi. Lovely indoor seating area with a welcoming environment. Staff was friendly although not too accommodating. For this trip we sat at the sushi bar thinking service would be quick ... wrong were we. Servers nor sushi chefs paid us much attention. While prices were reasonable sushi did not pack home the same fresh flavors found out others. Camon has some signature rolls as well as your standard options. I ordered the Columbia roll which menu said was to be include, omelet, shrimp, imitation crab, avocado, eel, and cucumbers. Sadly I found the roll to be less of the aforementioned and heavy on rice. I also ordered miso soup which sadly never came :( I will give it another try, perhaps for there Happy Hour which runs M-F until 6:30.

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    Ashley L.

    Camon Japanese restaurant is definitely an unassuming and small eatery, but it's punching way above its weight class! The sushi here is top-notch and I would come here again weekly if I was local. Located in Downtown Columbia near USC, they boast some of the finest sushi around. Every type we had was mouth-watering. Our favorite by far was the Camon II roll and the salmon nigiri. Absolutely divine flavors and so fresh. Another top contender was the Dragon roll with crispy fried eel. What made this experience even greater was the intimate setting with calming music and an expert waitstaff. Our server gave us many recommendations and all of them were good and the chef himself gave some insight as to why he prepares his dishes this way. I can't wait to come back and sip some green tea while I devour more sushi! Follow me on Instagram @ GullahEatsCHS

    Veggie/Shrimp tempura, the lifesaver roll, the Camon II roll, and cold soba dish
    Megan C.

    This place has such a cute atmosphere, welcoming you with a sliding door and warm lighting. Service was very accommodating as well. I had the Lifesaver roll and the Camon II roll, my friend had the cold soba, and we shared the veggie/shrimp tempura. It was all delicious and we will definitely be back when we're in Columbia!

    California rolls with masago dumped on top.
    CeMCat S.

    2 orders of California rolls. 2 trips. I had to go back because they didn't put extra masago. When I returned, instead of remaking it, he just dumped the masago on top of the rolls. I called to complain about this to the owner, who just said. "I'm sorry about that." No offer to refund the money OR offer free rolls the next time. I have been a steady customer of Camon since I moved here in 2019. The food is overpriced but fine. Apparently, they don't care if they provide good customer service. Camon has just lost a customer.

    Non-spicy Japanese Curry Rice
    Adriana M.

    Food was sooo delicious!!! It was my first time ever having Japanese curry and it definitely met my expectations of what I thought it would taste like. Our sever was very polite and attentive. The guy that seemed like the owner was very sweet, he would open doors for us and other guests as well. The inside of the restaurant made me feel very cozy. All the paintings and decorations, the overall interior of the restaurant made me feel like I was in Japan

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    Wouldn't allow me to order takeout after stating they offer takeout.... Won't be back. Won't be sad if they close either

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    Loved this place. Great sushi and great service. The sushi came out quick and was so good. Just a hidden gem.

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    CO

    4.3(135 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    My sister brought me here and said it's the best sushi in the area. I can't say I've tried any…read moreother places; however, it was definitely the best sushi I've had in a long time! I live in Columbus and haven't had the options like CO has. We shared a green papaya salad, and it was delicious! I would eat an entire bowl by myself. Don't forget to tear up the basil - it completes the flavor! We got the Lotus, Lemon, Firecracker, Sesame and Pork Belly sushi rolls. That is the order I would rank the rolls in flavor. It is a shame if anyone uses shoyu (sou sauce) or even wasabi when eating these rolls. The lotus has a rice paper wrap (for those who don't like seaweed) and an aioli on top that was so refreshing and flavorful. The lemon was honestly a very close second - maybe even a tie for first. I don't normally like salmon but it was so fresh and the lemon slice was refreshing and clean!

    Wow, I had no idea that Forest Acres had all these yummy places! They are located in a shopping…read moreplaza kinds tucked away. We walked in and was seated fairly quickly. The decor was lovely, make sure you look up at the ceiling for the beautiful mural. The staff was very nice and accommodating. The inside was a really nice vibe, great date night or hang out. All the food was excellent and plentiful. We truly enjoyed our evening out at CO. They have perfected the dishes that we ordered for dinner! We will definitely return in the near future. .

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    Inakaya Watanabe - Godzilla Roll

    Inakaya Watanabe

    4.3(274 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $$

    It is still the best sushi bar in the Southeast. They have the largest variety of fresh fish and…read moreother seafood, but they also make traditional chicken and steaks. The owner / chef Ryo takes care in what he's making and shows great pride in his finished product and it tastes great too. He gets fish that other restaurants do not have access to or have chosen not to purchase. I have seen flying fish, jellyfish, fresh Cobia, fresh Spanish mackerel, live clams and scallops and other seafood that you cannot obtain anywhere else. If you are looking for the best sushi in the area, you don't need to go anywhere else. You can go anywhere and buy a California roll but that is really not what I would consider sushi that's like going to Ruth Chris steakhouse and ordering a hot hot dog.

    The fact that I'm the only Asian customer at this place says it all…read more I ordered Inakaya Fried Chicken, which is a split bone chicken wing per their menu. I was given chicken nuggets and told they don't have chicken wings... Glad I found their menu online to prove I wasn't crazy. Everything is either overcooked, dry, or super salty. No idea why this place was even packed. Sushi rice was dry. The chicken nugget thing mentioned above was overly dry and salty. Tonkotsu Ramen was overcooked. Either they chose the wrong type of noodle or let it sit forever before serving it. The two slices of meat that came with the ramen was maybe from pork chop meat? Usually it's made with cha shew meat or pork belly. Two super lean and dry slices of meat made the bowl look like a joke. The noodle was salty enough that I don't even want to try the broth. Edamame was okay. Other than the fact that they don't look appetizing, the shell was brownish and many bean pockets (if you know what I was trying to say) were empty, that's probably the best dish on the table. If you want sushi or ramen or anything that's on their menu, do yourself a favor and please try to find it somewhere else.

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    Konnichiwa - Made Bali Hunter roll (we added jalapeño and soy paper for an upcharge)

    Konnichiwa

    4.3(162 reviews)
    9.1 mi

    I've visited another Konnichiwa location before, but this Lexington, South Carolina location is…read morestill a win for me. From the moment we walked in, we were greeted warmly, and the service throughout the meal was attentive without being overbearing. The food absolutely delivered. The Red Lobster Roll and the Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice are at the top of my list--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Everything came out in a timely manner and tasted just as good as it looked. Overall, great atmosphere, excellent service, and consistently delicious food. I'll definitely be back!

    Sunday Funday ... my wife found this spot on Tik Tok .... Upon entering we were greeted immediately…read morewith a smile. The actual location is very vibrant with an open floor plan that allows a lot of light ...now with the food ... I'll start by saying whoever made the sweet t needs a raise .... The menu is a lot but a good type of a lot with many choices. I ended up getting the Mr. ALLI-G Roll and the Red Snapper Bowl. Well welll well ... yelp family this Alli-G Roll we better than expected lol ... fried to perfection. Also the gator wasn't over cooked ... you can tell the preparers take their time and every dish has a different touch of excellence. Now for the Snapper Bowl .... I highly recommend ... the food bowl was delivered and I could still se the steam which I loved ... all the veggies were fresh fresh you could taste it. The snapper was amazing also. This spot leaves the extra seasoning up to you ... BUT your table has a bottle of yum yum sauce and you don't have to keep asking. Most importantly they are not stingy on the portions. I had half of my sushi rolls left and half of my bowl. Kudos to the staff also with the recommendations and setting the expectation of the dishes. They also worked as a team ... one waiter didn't see our drinks on the table and immediately asked if we put our order in. This was def worth the 35 min drive from the other side of town be sure to check them out. And another round of applause for the staff. I'll be back SOON .

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    Suishaya - Columbia roll

    Suishaya

    3.8(36 reviews)
    10.3 mi

    Suishaya is one of my go-to spots when I want a solid lunch without overpaying. The lunch specials…read moreare consistently worth it--good portions, quick service, and everything comes out hot and fresh. The fried rice and chicken combo hits exactly the way you want it to: flavorful, slightly indulgent, and satisfying without being overly heavy. What really keeps me coming back, though, is the bar. The cocktail prices are surprisingly reasonable, especially for the quality, and they do not hold back. The Suishaya Special in particular is strong--not just in a gimmicky way, but balanced enough that you actually enjoy drinking it while still feeling it. Overall, it's a reliable spot for a casual lunch with the added bonus of legit cocktails. Hard to beat that combination.

    Suishaya is VERY close to my house, but I think I'll stick to going way into downtown for dining…read more Pros: - Price is relatively fair - Sake was cheap and good Cons: - Rude Staff - Very Okay to poor food - Menu is MASSIVE. (Where's Gordon Ramsey to yell?!) There is easily 300 things to order on the menu - Food tasted bland Someone said it best in a review on here "the food was prepared like any other Chinese shop, just twice the price". That's about what I though too. It was really weird because we went at 4:30 PM and there was no one in the restaurant. It said to wait to be seated. We stood by the counter for about ten minutes waiting to be seated in a completely empty restaurant. The staff working just kind of looked at us like we were lost. Anyway, ordered spring rolls and they were $5.50 for two pretty small ones. Also, very greasy. I got the Singapore Noodles with chicken. It was okay. I kind of felt like I could make it at home. My girlfriend got Philadelphia Sushi and Shrimp. She said they all tasted like it came from a grocery store. I agreed. Columbia has a lot of Sushi restaurants. I'd skip this one.

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    929 Kitchen & Bar - Spicy Garlic and Sour Shrimp

    929 Kitchen & Bar

    4.4(406 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    We had amazing Korean food and mocktails here in an unsuspecting place. We ordered the Guava…read moregetaway, Creamy Limeade, Kimchi Cheese Fries, Kangjeong (Boneless Wings), Spicy Squid and Pork Belly with rice, and Japchae. The drinks were blended very well and used fresh lime juice, which was nice. The appetizers -- the kimchi fries and the boneless wings were pretty standard. The fries were crunchy, but we felt like there was more cheese than there was kimchi and sauce, so we've had better kimchi fries elsewhere. The cheese was very gooey though. The boneless wings weren't as crunchy as they could have been, especially coming out in a stone dish, but the garlic soy sauce was still pretty good. Our mains were really good -- the japchae, which I ordered with fried tofu, had the right texture and flavor, and was delicious yet spicy. The tofu was a little bland though. My partner enjoyed the squid and pork belly dish and said that the sauce was similar to the japchae sauce. The portions were pretty normal and not too big, so we had a few leftovers but not too many. The prices were also pretty reasonable as well. Overall we were really happy with our food here and would come back if we ever visited again.

    I ordered chicken teriyaki it was a good portion and the food was good. Service was quick. I don't…read morelike dark meat chicken, so I didn't like the dish wasn't white meat. I thought it was going to be white meat. I am hoping to try a new dish next time.

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    Tako Sushi - Augusta Roll

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    3.4(72 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    I discovered this place from a reel on Instagram. Since I'm a sushi lover, I'm always looking for…read morenew places to try sushi, but the extra bonus was seeing the Tempura Asparagus on the menu. I definitely had to try that. The restaurant is very stylish and I love how it is split into two sections. Service was great - no complaints there at all. On my first visit I got the $12.99 Lunch Special, which came with 1 Tako + 1 Roll and a side salad. I got the Baha Fish Tako and Triple Tango Roll which were both very good. The Tempura Asparagus was the highlight though because of the seasoning and its crispiness.

    Date: March 14, 2025 Time: 5:44pm…read moreEnvironment/Ambiance: Good music and setup Drinks: Water Staff: Friendly Food: Crispy Chicken & Pork Belly Pimento Loco Taco, California Roll, Quesadillas Hi everyone, We came when it's not fully booked or busy. Very reasonable prices and the food was so good. I had the Crispy Chicken & Pork Belly Pimento Loco Taco, and California Roll. The California roll was balanced and nice. One of the best California rolls I have had so far in South Carolina. The Crispy Chicken & Pork Belly Pimento Loco Taco officially became my favorite taco that I have ever tasted based on restaurants in South Carolina. Quesadillas were nice as well. The staff were friendly and the environment had good music and very nice setup. Perfect for Solo adventures, Romantic vibes, and with a small group of friends. Thank you for taking the time to read my review. Follow me on Instagram @ladyisreal

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