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Chikuyo Tei

4.0 (145 reviews)
Closed • 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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CHIKUYO TEI ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Casual
Quiet
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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Erin D.

We were in Nashville visiting some friends and decided to go out for some sushi. We found this place and it was obviously busy and short handed but our waitress hustled and got everyone taken care of. We ordered their large sushi combo and some rolls and appetizers on the side. They were busy so it was a bit of a wait but the sushi was wonderful and the presentation was on point. If you're in the hermitage area and looking for some sushi, give this place a shot.

Top left - Chicken & Shrimp Hibachi Combination , 6 Crab Rangoon, Mushroom & Scallion Soup, House Salad, and Crunchy Crabmeat Roll
April P.

This is a hidden gem of Hermitage! The crab rangoon is one of my favorite. They are crispy savory-sweet delicious treats! My GF and I go-to is the Chicken and Shrimp Hibachi it serves 2-3 people. It's full of chicken and veggies and a few shrimp. The house salad dressings are the bomb! We had to order extra because it's so good! Highly recommend ordering extra ginger salad dressing to go. Nothing beats summer eat than s fresh refreshing salad.

Kami F.

Needed a sushi fix and they had a great selection of signature rolls. The star of the show was the Spicy Trio. This place has reasonable prices and fresh sushi. They also offer traditional Asian entrees and hibachi. Decent selection of draft beers and attentive service.

Charity C.

What a gem! We received the best service here, and the sushi and hibachi were delicious! The scallops were large and not overcooked, and you get plenty of food on the lunch specials. The sashimi was fresh, I can't remember the name of the roll we had, but it was so freaking good! I will definitely return here, the prices are so fair for the amount of good food you receive.

Baked mussels appetizer. Delicious.

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Love this place! Just know it takes super long to eat here. I hope it gets fixed soon, but the food is usually worth it.

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Casino roll and Mushroom & Scallion soup were excellent!!! Excited to go back for a second taste!!!

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7 years ago

really good fish sashimi but small pieces. if u got the extra cash its good

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I was not impressed I found it to be just ok. I'm interested in a place in hermitage that is on the level of sakura or better

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Delicious food and reasonable pricing, but service can be ridiculously slow if it's busy. Recommend doing takeout.

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Good little spot! Fast service and yummy food. The atmosphere is really nice too. Definitely recommend

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This is a great addition to Hermitage area. Food and service are exceptional. This is a must come and try. You will not be disappointed.

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Such a good place, with great value options! Service was incredibly friendly and accommodating. Food was excellent.

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Best sushi in town!! Very fresh sashimi! Good signature rolls, I recommend the big daddy.

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So glad to have this gem in our area! Clean, great food/quality, quick service and great value. Will definitely be back soon!

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Excellent food and a clean and trendy setting. Prices are good and food came out quickly.

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Fantastic sushi, hibachi, fried rice, and egg rolls. Clean place with quick service by friendly staff.

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Clean restaurant, great service and fantastic food! The sushi is always fresh. I have eaten here 4 times, and I love it!

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