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Food: Sushi and ginger eggplant were INCREDIBLE! Some of the best sushi I've had. Service: Food was fast. Ambiance: One of the toilets wouldn't flush properly, there was a ton of toilet paper and the water kept going up. I flagged it to one of the servers. But it was dirty.
A neighborhood Japanese restaurant in the Union Square area, opened in 2011. A friend recommended it, and it has a hidden gem feel to it. Agedashi Tofu: The best Agedashi tofu I've ever had! The outer shell was incredibly crispy and light, while the lower half, soaked in boiling broth, was so soft and almost translucent; the inside was smooth and delicate, almost runny. The dashi broth was extremely flavorful, with just the right amount of saltiness and a slightly sweet aftertaste; mixing in the ginger and radish puree, it's not as spicy as I expected, but rather enhances the umami flavor to another level. It was so comforting to eat. Salmon Avocado Rolls: The salmon was of good quality--tender, smooth, soft, and chewy, with a rich, oily texture, and cut quite thick. Combined with the oily, fragrant avocado, it was very satisfying. Tuna Rolls: Also thickly cut, completely free of any fishy taste. Another enjoyable experience.
Amazing fresh sushi. Staff was friendly and was able to accommodate a super last minute huge cooked catering order. Nice presentation and flavor was amazing. Best sushi
Their sushi takeout is consistently good, and the special rolls are beautifully made and topped generously. The prices for the sushi are a bit expensive, but the portions are sizeable as well. The staff are friendly and efficient, and takeout orders are always timely!
Very fresh sushi for a reasonable price and a great ambiance. Walk in only. I like Ebi sushi and this is despite the fact that it's a walk in only! Rolls were very fresh, and I particularly liked their options that included eel sauce. Ordered: Blue dragon: more of a unique roll. I got it to try because it looked different from standard sushi rolls, but I found that I didn't like how crunchy it was. I think the bean sprouts inside it contributed to this Miso salmon: it sounded delicious and it was. Fish was fresh and didn't have any sort of smell but was pretty clearly high quality Veggie gyoza: I am always charmed when restaurants have green dumpling wrappers for veggie options. I got these pan fried and liked them! Six per order Service was decently quick and attentive even on a Friday evening. I have no complaints! I'd come again
Had high expectations for this place but it was a little disappointing. We were a big group but still service was slow and had make attempts to get their attention multiple times for water and missing cutlery. The food was decent nothing too crazy. The boat presentation and everything was kind of sad to look at but I would say getting the salmon belly is worth it. The volcano is a little different from what I've usually seen, there weren't as many toppings, not giving explosion but it did form the shape. The place was packed so expect it to be a little louder and having to speak up. There is parking in the lot beside the restaurant that's paid and also a clean bathroom.
Celebratory lunch date. Was packed on a weekday because it was a public holiday and we waited a long time for the staff to clear a table for us. They were very busy. Service was slow that day. The food was great at usual. Melt in the mouth torched salmon belly and the tasty salmon ninniku. We also enjoyed the Smoky lemon hamachi and the scallop nigiri - both the truffle and the honey pecorino. Ordering off the nigiri menu is always a treat!
My birthday was on a Saturday this year and so my husband and I came here a little before the peak dinner rush. We wrote our names down and were told it would be a 30min wait, so I set a 20min timer and crossed the street to get a drink at the Independent in the meantime. Kid you not, as we got our drink at the bar we got the call that the table was ready. This was all within 10mins of setting my timer. It took a while for someone to attend to us while we were seated but as soon as I started looking around for a server quickly took notice and came right over came to take our order. She was nice. We order some of our usuals - tiger roll, boston roll, eel roll and squid roll,- and a few new items - Everything was so fresh and yummy. It was a good dining experience. They'll be moving across the street soon and I'm glad I got to experience the ambience of the restaurant post renovations and pre-relocating
i have been here multiple times, and it is my favorite sushi in the area. I love their nigiri, and we tried a soba dish this most recent time that was really yummy. We sat at the bar and it was fun to watch them make everything. Our server was helpful and attentive. Has a chill, late-night ambiance that is enjoyable and just right!
Solid sushi place, the quality of nigiri is good quality and overall a great value. I got the 20 piece combo with 14 piece nigiri. It came with miso soup that was absolutely delicious. I tried the tiger roll which has shrimp tempura and has a spicy crab mix on top that is torched. My favorite was the yellowtail nigiri that I normally don't get. Torched salmon belly was good but it would have been better if it was warm. Overall good service and good food. The asthetics are cute too! They have a parking lot next to the restaurant which you have to pay for.
Parking is paid to park, restaurant has a nice groovy vibe to it. Good for group/double date or even kids. However the wait is terrible long even when it's not during rush hour or crowded. The food is okay, not standout, just standard. Has a bar section with lot of drinks option for you to try
Honestly, I don't think you can go wrong with any sushi joint in Boston. For someone who was born and raised in TX where we did not have good access to fresh seafood.. Boston was crazy good. Came here without a reservation for a small snack and drinks.. however ended up ordering more because it was THAT good. NOTHING smelled fishy. everything was super fresh. I believe the restaurant had a sign stating they are moving to a new location so hopefully its a bigger space because it was a little tight here. I did see they also do catering. Did not order it myself but saw someone take huge trays of beautifully made rolls.
My partner and I had a lovely dinner at Ebi Sushi! The ambiance here is great and it's conveniently located as well. The staff were also very accommodating and friendly. We started things off with the agedashi tofu, which honestly turned out to be my favorite thing we ordered. The broth and fried tofu skin truly is unbeatable. We then ordered two rolls (one spicy maki and another basic salmon roll) as well as some sashimi. It was a bit pricey but the portions felt pretty fair to me. The flavors and freshness of the fish were great and everything really complemented each other well. We ended our meal with a butter cake (and some vanilla ice cream) which was very tasty and the perfect sweet treat. I'd definitely love to come back or even order takeout from here again.
9 months ago
TLDR: A $$-$$$ quality sushi restaurant in Union Square. The restaurant is on the smaller side, so you may end up waiting a bit for a table on a busy night, but they do have a very long sushi bar in you have a smaller party. The food was great and it came out fast, but the service was very slow and inattentive. We got one appetizer, three special rolls (~17 per roll) and one traditional roll. Ebi offers traditional rolls like spicy tuna or California but they don't list them on the website. What we ate: - Ebi Shumai (steamed). These dumplings came with a spicy wasabi that was so good I put it on my sushi instead of the regular wasabi! - Crazy Maki: If you like spicy tuna rolls, this is a must get! - Crispy Tuna Maki: Just a spicy tuna roll - Somerville Maki: This was repetitive to the Crazy Maki, so I wouldn't get them both. We prefered Crazy over Somerville. - Miso Salmon: This is a must get! Seems like a unique special to Ebi. Pro tip: At night you can get a parking pass from Ebi to park in the Dunkin Donuts parking lot next door. There is also a parking lot on the other side of the restaurant. read more
1 year ago
We saw it was 4.0 review just visiting Boston. The ambiance impressed us . The customer service wslas excellent and the food - the best sushi in town ! read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
We went on a Friday night to celebrate my wife's bday and we had a blast. Drank a few Saporro beers which were COLD along with some good Sake. Then we had the fried oysters which were delicious and fried Gyosa which were good too. We then got the Sushi boat and it was also very good. Definitely a place to check out our server was fantastic as well! read more
6 months ago
This place has the ambiance going for it and great service, but I believe the food could be better. I was really excited to try the sushi given the reviews here, and though I thought it was good, I think the salmon+rice (core of the sushi) can be improved - both were a little dull. The meat itself was good quality. We ordered the spicy crunchy salmon w/cucumber, salmon+avocado roll, rainbow roll, and california roll. Our favorite was the rainbow roll - because the meat was the star of the show! read more
1 year ago
Every time I am in the area I make sure to head to Ebi. Omakase is now $58, still a great value. The salmon miso roll is my favorite roll. Not a traditional one like I usually like but the combo of their soy miso paste and torched salmon is addictive. My only complaint is the high prices on the small sake bottles, but I guess they need to make money somewhere if their food is on the affordable side. read more
I am honestly itching to come back here - the sushi was fresh, refreshing, and reasonably priced. We ordered the chicken karaage, the 5 piece sashimi, the Naruto roll, and the scorpion roll. The sashimi was fresh and the pieces were much bigger than I anticipated :) the Naruto roll is wrapped in cucumber and contains tuna, salmon, and avocado. The cucumber wrap made it so light and refreshing! The food did take a little longer than usual to come out (maybe 20 min) but it was a busy Saturday evening. I can't wait to try more of the special rolls and perhaps a cocktail! read more
Top five favorite sushi restaurants in Boston! Nigiri is fresh and reasonably priced. Would recommend: Scallop/salmon/salmon belly nigiri Japanese pork curry Spicy beef don Yellowtail collar Salmon tataki Would not recommend: Hokkaiyaki Fried oysters Takoyaki read more
9 months ago
2 years ago
If you come here, get the chef omakase or selection of special nigiri. TO DIE FOR. the nigiri and gunkan are paired with embellishments like truffle mayo and green apple slices that will open up a new world of flavors for your taste buds. truly I was blown away. quality of the fish is fantastic and the cuts of fish are thick- they don't give you too much rice. came 7:30 on a thursday night and had to wait 35 minutes to get a seat. service was slow but the servers were kind which made it better. waited a long time to get our food which is what took it down to a 4 star. definitely will be back. love the hip and young feeling ambience inside! read more
Food and service was great! You can park in the dunkin donut lot next door, just make sure to ask for a pass to put on your dashboard. We ordered torched salmon belly, negitoro Maki, mix tempura app, avocado salad, fried oysters, and large hot sakes. Everything was so good! Definitely have to come back again! read more
9 months ago
This place always seems to be busy. But overall pretty good. Good experience. Good food. Fish was great. Flavors were great. No skimping in any way. The only downfall was that it was pretty expensive. Other than that. Good food. read more
2 years ago
service: the service here is always spectacular, speedy and kind. they will keep your water glass FULL! food: the sushi is great--even the most basic roll tastes elevated! i particularly love the spicy tuna. i also recommend their tempura sampler :) ambiance: the space is super cute, featuring murals, fairy lights, and big windows ~ read more
1 year ago
Udon soup is good, ebi dumplings everything is delicious , it's just a small place but the food is good read more
1 year ago
A sushi place hidden in Somerville that looks pretty average in the outside, but inside it's actually pretty nice and spacious. I came here mainly to try there sushi combos, but came out just wanting to try more things making my bill high LOL - Torched Salmon Belly ($4/pc) 5/5 SO YUM, FATTY, then you get slightly smokey flavor I wanted to get the Toro but it was market price so I wasn't sure what the price was for 1pc 20 PC Sushi Combo ($49) 4.8/5 This deal is pretty good if you're into nigiri you can also do just sashimi. You get 14 pcs of nigiri (of your choice) AND a special roll so we got the Miso Salmon Roll which is this crispy California roll with torched salmon on top and black truffle mayo (I love salmon). For the nigiri, we got a bunch of salmon and some yellowtail as well and the salmon was so fresh and fatty. I was savoring each piece Crazy Maki ($15) 4.5/5 I liked this roll as well! You get the crispy shrimp tempura inside with tuna on top can't go wrong Overall, I've only came here once. Idk why I haven't been back, but I think mainly it's because of how far it is from me to get some sushi. I'd come back for the combo though and though it was expensive, I think I'd get full off of a combo and another roll! read more
4 years ago
This place surpassed my expectation! It is obvious to say that it is tough to find good local and affordable sushi places in Boston Area, especially in Somerville. I was surprised when I tasted their sushi, just for sake of trying out new place we spotted recently. We also decided to have dine-in experience this weekend and of course it was packed and we had a good time. Here are few things we tried so far: from the kitchen ----- Veggie tempura Veggie gyoza Japanese pork curry Sake don rolls ------ Blizzard roll Philadelphia roll Veggie house roll cucumber & avocado roll nigiri ----- Inari sweet egg mackerel salmon All of those were delicious but my favorites were mackerel/salmon nigiri and curry. My gf's favorites were Inari and Veggie house roll! I am def coming back and this place will be our regular from now on :) read more
Came here on a Saturday evening for dinner and were seated quite quickly. The place was relatively full and very lively - the ambiance feels more modern after their reopening and I liked the decor as well as the new furniture. Our table had several fruit flies buzzing around the area - honestly, it was very off-putting as the first thing we saw when sitting down. We were at one of the taller tables in the back next to the bar and upon sort of brushing the flies away, they just flew to the other unoccupied table but luckily didn't bother us anymore. The menu was a little confusing - there were so many pieces to it and it wasn't clear what the different parts were. We settled with ordering mainly sushi and one appetizer - we originally wanted the fried oysters, but they were unfortunately all out. The takoyaki was cooked well for sure, the price was a little much high just for four pieces though in my opinion. The soup was good though and the sushi as always didn't disappoint. I've ordered takeout several times from Ebi over the course of the pandemic and I have to say that the quality they give hasn't slipped even a little bit. I thought the fish was fresh and the various other ingredients complemented every piece really well. I will say that we expected the spicy salmon to be more of a mixed product, but it was just pieces of salmon with the spicy mayonnaise as a topping. Overall, I found the experience pretty decent. The only con really was the fruit flies for sure at the beginning - the rest of the meal was pleasant and delicious. Hopefully the next time I come back, the flies are gone! read more
2 years ago
Just found my new sushi spot! Each piece was a mouthful and I utterly enjoyed chewing each bite. So many decadent flavors and such fresh fish. Did not disappoint me one bit. Look at the size of those pork buns!! Price is extremely fair for the amount and quality of food you are getting. Staff was friendly and the ambience is soo cute. read more
The omakase here is an incredible experience at a great price. You do not get to interact with the sushi chef, but the pairings, flavors, and presentation are amazing. They were only doing the 5-piece $22 omakase when we went, but the menu also has a 10-piece $42 omakase. Sadly I do not remember the specific names of the pieces we got, but everything tasted heavenly. Some of the pieces-- such as the toro nigiri-- were simpler and showcased the fish, while other pieces were torched and/or had aromatic toppings like shiso, chili crisp, or lemon rind. We were hungry and didn't think 5 pieces of nigiri would be enough for each of us, so we also split a 20-piece combo ($45). For this combo you get to pick 14 pieces of nigiri and a special roll, so we went with 2 pieces each of salmon, tuna, squid, mackerel, scallop, yellowtail, and eel. For the roll we got the Somerville roll (sesame tuna tartare, tempura flake, shiso & scallion). The nigiri in the combo was hit-or-miss. The salmon, scallop, and yellowtail were all super buttery and delicious. The eel and mackerel were okay. However, the tuna and squid were not fresh and their texture was off. Some pieces of fish left an aftertaste in my mouth that made me question how fresh the fish was. The Somerville roll was not fun to eat. When we ordered I didn't realize that the roll did not include nori, and this roll desperately needed nori for some textural contrast. The roll was pretty much minced tuna on top of rice, which made for a very mushy experience. The tuna was very sweet and it kind of tasted like tuna mixed with gochujang. I could barely taste the shiso and scallions in the roll. The sushi here is BEAUTIFUL. They have small tables and bar seating so solo diners or groups of two can get seated easily. If you have a bigger party then you might have to wait longer. The dining area is extremely loud. I had to raise my voice a lot just to be able to hear myself and my partner. This place could be a fun date or hang-out spot, but don't expect a quiet meal. We waited about 20 minutes after ordering to get our food, so the servers recommend ordering appetizers. If I had only tried the omakase then I'd give this place 5 stars without hesitation. The quality in the 20-piece combo was inconsistent so I'll leave this with 4 stars. read more
One of the better sushi spots in Cambridge/Somerville!! I'm so confused by some of the negative reviews here because I've eaten here many, many times and have never had a bad experience in person or ordering takeout. The food is consistently delicious and the quality of the fish is top tier. It's not exactly cheap, but that's expected for good sushi in a major city. You also get what you pay for because all of the entrees and sushi rolls are huge. The restaurant itself was recently renovated so it's got a nice vibe, but it is pretty busy so try to get a reservation if you can or go during off peak hours. Some of my favorites from their menu: - Blizzard roll - Somerville roll - Crazy maki - Pork Buns - Pork Yakiniku (comes with noodles, rice, miso soup, and veggies - such a steal) - ANY of the nigiri (check out the 12 piece combo, it's a pretty good deal and rare to find a combo that includes nigiri + a specialty roll of your choosing). Literally tried to quit eating fish after watching Seaspiracy and couldn't do it because this restaurant is down the street. If you're thinking about going, just send it. Trust me. read more
Decent Affordable omakase. Parking lot available next door. Just go inside and ask hostess for parking sign to place on your window. Unfortunately no reservations and we went for dinner on weekend so there was a wait of about 20-30 minutes! read more
THIS IS MY ALL TIME FAVORITE SUSHI RESTAURANT EVER. The sashimi, the avocado, the eel - EVERYTHING HERE IS perfectly seasoned, perfectly portioned, and so fresh. Every single sushi piece is the perfect blast of texture, taste, and variety. Even the edge pieces are delicious and still have a ton of filling (often times the edge pieces only have random broken parts of the tempura tail, veggies fall out etc) Been here at least 5x for both dine and take out, and it has never disappointed. Service is decent but there can be a wait so call ahead. Cute ambiance small and cozy restaurant read more
This just climbed the top of my sushi list in just one visit. The atmosphere was fabulous. The sushi to die for. Cocktails on point. Enjoy reasonably priced lychee martinis and a consistently changing omakase that's fresh and unique. read more
I've been going to Ebi Sushi for years now and they have some of the best sushi in the Greater Boston Area. Not only is their sushi great, they also have parking! All you have to do is park, go inside and give them your license and they will give you a parking pass...just don't forget to return the pass and get your license back! The majority of the time when we eat at Ebi Sushi, we order our own "Omakase" course. Creating it by picking a bunch of it from the Specialty Nigiri menu. The fish are so fresh and they combination of ingredients they choose pairs so well with everything. My favorite is the torched salmon topped with chili oil...boy oh boy is it delicious! If you're looking for some good appetizers, go for the Hokkaiyaki or the Avocado Salad No matter what you choose from Ebi Sushi, I'm sure you will love it! If you have a huge group for a special occasion, they also have a private room in the back. read more
2 years ago
Service was great. Ambiance was okay. I got the house roll and lychee martini and I highly recommend both. They didn't skimp on the ginger which was awesome. read more
3 years ago
The sushi was fresh! Large portions. Creative rolls. Came to celebrate my daughter's 16th birthday. read more
4 years ago
We have frequented this restaurant over the years and last year they performed some renovations to modernize their vibe and interior design. Their chefs trained with Japanese chefs and the quality and presentation of the sushi and sashimi reflects it. Professional service all around. Even though their menu has been updated slightly, we always go for the specials menu as either nigiri or sashimi. This time, they wrapped this up in their menu as either an Omakase 5-course for $25 or 10-course for $52. Obviously, we chose the latter and the price is more than reasonable for the freshness. You can also add more pieces so they're flexible that way. Everything from the scallop, salmon belly, uni, tuna belly, yellowtail, botan ebi shrimp and head, unagi and branzino were fresh and delectable along with its toppings that rounded out their textures. One item that missed its mark was a darker colored akami (lean tuna). The Manhattan Mixtape cocktail (recipe changes from time to time) was especially heavier on the booze but the large ice cube chilled it more and brought it to a more pleasant experience. Come here if you would like to experience an enjoyable Omakase experience! One tip: starting at 3PM, you can park your car in the adjacent Dunkin' Donuts lot - just present your ID and they'll give you a laminated parking pass. Don't forget your ID when you leave! read more
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2 years ago
Each page had stains, and this one was the worst. It definitely killed the appetite. The food was great, and the server was friendly, but the cleanliness needs improvement. read more
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2 years ago
Great service, excellent cuts of fish and specialty rolls, and a great location with a good bar to sit and see the sushi magic happen. I'll definitely be a regular. read more
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290 Somerville Ave
Somerville, MA 02143
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