Service and food were excellent. The restaurant is unassuming however the food and service were super. Menu is quite large and the price is reasonably read more

I have been a die hard fan for several years now and order from here at least twice a month. But, there have been a few instances that are getting hard to look past. I ordered from there last night and ended up having some leftovers, pulled it out of the fridge to see GREY tuna (see below). I regularly cook sushi and work with raw tuna myself and not once has this happened. I did also have an incident a few months ago where there were small bits of hair in my roll. It's so sad because I genuinely love it here and it's so close to me but I can't bring myself to keep testing faith if they're keeping their quality so low. read more

Genki Ya - spoiled tuna - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Service was great. Micro sized sushi rolls were not. Awful, not going back. What a difference since going a year ago. It's not just even expensive. It was tasteless and sad. read more

Genki Ya? Genki- No! A cautionary tale! Genki Ya Brookline was one of my favorite places to get sushi. Tonight, a group of us went there for dinner. The nigiri plates smelled old, smelled like bad fish, as did the specialty rolls! After a couple of bites I was completely grossed out. I always keep a pack of Cipro at home for emergencies. It will come in handy tonight! What a shame! I'll never go there again! read more

This place has limited seats (about 20-30people max). Server was nice and service was fast. Menu was on a QR code, so better know what to order ahead. I ordered pork gyoza and 3 maki combo (spicy seafood roll, eel and avocado roll, and fashion roll) that comes with a complimentary miso soup. Sushi tasted okay and the gyoza is okay too. read more

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I don't usually write reviews as much but this is a worthy post I should write regarding unprofessional service conduct. I came in with my friend to have lunch and this waitress did nothing but whine and complain. I saw her shouting and yelling at what seemed to be the manager on site and then after that, she threw a handheld device onto the sushi bar table to vent her anger and it startled the lady and a little girl behind coming out of the bathroom. From my POV, the manager looked "stunned" a bit but kept his composure. I love the food very much but her professionalism does not belong here at all. At least I know I won't come on Friday's if she's there. read more

Came here today with an old friend who eats here often with his wife. Genki Ya is a cozy little restaurant with friendly service and delicious maki rolls. I especially recommend coming at lunch when the restaurant is not so busy. Prices for lunch are quite reasonable. For about $15 I had soup, salad (with an awesome tasting dressing) and two large flavorful maki rolls (spicy tuna and spice tuna with avocado). read more

Genki Ya - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Ordered Salmon and Red Snapper Nigiri, Spicy Tuna Roll, and Vegetable Tempura. Salmon and Spicy Tuna tasted off , like close to expiration - didn't finish the second nigiri or the rest of the roll. Rice for everything was starchy/hard. Vegetable Tempura was soggy. Not an experience I'd want to return to. read more

I always enjoyed Genki Ya's Boston location so it was pleasant surprise to discover they were also in Brookline. It's more of a no-frills spot at this location but the service and sushi is just as good. They have an amazing spicy tuna on top of fried nori rice that I always get and recommend. And my friend and I tried a variety of rolls that incorporated shrimp tempura, yellowtail, scallop, etc. and every one was very fresh and tasty. Bonus they have a rare/coveted liquor license so we were able to enjoy wine with our meal as well! read more

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Overall everything was great! The fish that we ordered tasted fresh. This is a solid sushi place to grab a bite. Definitely on the more casual side. I'm not sure how busy it can get but they have only a handful of tables inside and out. Definitely call ahead if you have more than 4 ppl. The menu is extensive but a bit hard to order since the website they use is a bit busy. read more

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Genki Ya always does the job for me. Sushi is always fresh, nothing is a mess. Love it

I got takeout for my birthday and had a really good experience! The sushi is reasonably priced and everyone had a good time. I had around 15 people over so I bought three platters, gyoza, and chicken. All were really good! It isn't the cheapest place but I think it is worth to treat yourself every once in a while. If you're going to have a party or get together, I would recommend the platters! read more

Genki Ya - Sushi C. Makimono Platter - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Went on a slow day so there was plenty of seating and food came out fast. The Salmon Torch Roll smelled really good and the outside is tasty, but the inside was so dry. It needed mayo to wake it up or the salmon just needs to be cooked a little less. Spicy Tuna Tempura Roll was fine but the tempura batter was not crispy. The tuna wasn't spicy either so it made the flavor of the roll flat and mushy. Overall, decent amount of food for the price but flavor wasn't the best. read more

Genki Ya - Salmon Torch Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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One of my favorite places for sushi in Boston! Open till 2am which is a PLUS cuz Lots of fresh options with fresh fish options absolutely love their selection. I sincerely miss this place after moving back to San diego read more

Great value! I ordered via Postmates and my order was very much delayed which was annoying but I wasn't in a rush to eat. The rolls aren't the best rolls ever, but they do scratch the itch for sushi. You get what you pay for and I think ~$20 for these rolls is more than fair. The fish was cut generously in the tuna and salmon maki. The spicy tuna wasn't at all spicy, but tasted really good with the green onion (almost like a negitoro maki on the cheap). The makimono combo comes with bland miso soup to wash it all down. The philly roll was ok as well. There wasn't an overwhelming amount of cream cheese and they kindly substituted raw salmon instead of smoked salmon as I requested. Overall 4/5 for value, 3.5/5 for quality/taste read more

Genki Ya - Makimono Combo, Philadelphia Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

What I liked: - Speedy service: both to be seated and to be served. - Good selection of sushi for the sushi deluxe dinner. All eight pieces were some type of fish. - The lunch special seems a good value for money Room for improvement (?) - The salmon did not have much flavor/ taste. - The wasabi was a dried out paste. It makes it harder for this composition style to dissolve in the soy sauce. read more

This is a takeout review only - I haven't been to this Genki Ya in person (although I have been to other locations). M and I ordered Genki Ya through GrubHub last night and had a great dinner. Delivery was a bit slow - our order was postponed by about 20 minutes but we got regular updates through GrubHub so it was okay. Possibly was a driver issue and not the restaurant anyways. The great: You know what miso soup is. You know what you're getting. This was classic and delicious but with the nice addition of woodear mushrooms (the little white ones) which I love and lots of chunks of tofu. Likewise with the edamame - you know what you're getting but props to GY that they were somehow still warm when they arrived. Pan fried pork gyoza was also delicious and classic. Lastly we loved the sashimi appetizer. Six pieces of fish total, super fresh and tasty, the salmon in particular was super buttery and melted in your mouth. The good: We also split two Maki rolls, the spicy scallop and the Boston flower. Flavors in spicy scallop were great but the pieces were sliced super thin so it was quite difficult to pick them up without it falling apart. Tasty and I would order again. The flower roll was pretty good but I'd be open to trying others rather than reordering. The okay: we also split the tori no kagare - Japanese fried chicken. This was not at all what I was expecting. They were pretty big pieces of chicken without a ton of breading/crust and I thought they were a bit tough/overcooked. Similarly the torched salmon tatake was a little overdone. Each of the pieces were almost fully cooked rather than lightly torched. Flavors were good but I wouldn't order again. The bad: nothing!! This is a solid take out spot. read more

Genki Ya - a table full of food - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Reasonably priced sushi with thick chunks of fresh fish and not too much rice! There aren't that many tables since the restaurant is fairly small but I didn't have trouble getting seated immediately on a Saturday evening. They have coat racks in the back next to the restroom. For two people, we got the Genki ichiban (sushi rice wrapped in seaweed and deep fried in tempura batter, topped with spicy tuna and roe), salmon avocado roll, and spicy maki combo (came with spicy yellowtail, spicy salmon, and spicy tuna rolls. Also came with miso soup). Their more basic rolls range from $6-8 and their fancier/special rolls are closer to $10 or more. The spicy maki combo was $20 for 3 rolls, which I thought was a pretty good deal. The Genki ichiban is worth trying! Although it comes with 4 pieces, each piece is big. The spicy tuna layer is very thick. The tempura battered rice is warm which contrasts well with the cold spicy tuna. The only downside is that you can't really taste the roe, and the dish in general is kind of bland. The spicy rolls weren't that spicy. They didn't overload the rolls with a bunch of spicy mayo. However the fish-to-rice ratio was awesome. Each piece came with a lot of fish and not too much rice, and they also rolled the rice in scallions. Even though the rolls weren't as spicy as I had hoped, they were very fresh and good quality. The rolls also had a bit of tempura flakes inside to add texture/crunch. Continuing the theme of rolls packed with fish, the salmon in the salmon and avocado roll was nice and thick! The roll itself was only around $8 which was a good deal since the fish was so fresh. Their miso soup has enoki mushrooms in addition to tofu and wakame. It's not too salty but is packed with umami. If you're looking for a good sushi spot that won't break your wallet, Genki Ya is the place to go! read more

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I love the salmon and unagi rolls and nigiri here! Very fresh and the salmon has good texture. The sushi here takes out really well. It's definitely on the pricier side for casual sushi especially when dining in, but I'm a big fan of the lunch options. read more

Genki Ya - a plate of sushi rolls - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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Great food that is slightly more expensive than other sushi places I've been to but it's also in Coolidge corner which is notoriously more expensive. Service is fast and friendly. There are tables inside and out when's it nice outside. read more

Genki Ya - Spicy Triple Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

It's an okay sushi place that opens late. Food is not too authentic, but the agedashi tofu tastes decent read more

Genki Ya - Agedashi Tofu and Salmon Tempura Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Yum! Tasty, high-quality ingredients. Presentation was way better than most other sushi delivery that I've tried. + Seaweed salad is delish- large portion with just a hint of heat that I didn't expect, but enjoyed. + Organic salad- large bowl of fresh spring mix, slices of creamy avo, tasty dressing for only $6.55- this is a steal + Super Dragon Roll- Loved the tempura sweet potato inside! Topped with eel and avo, yum! + Tri-color roll- Lots of creamy avo and julienne cuke inside, topped with tuna, salmon, yellowtail. Loved the multi-color fish roe on top Only $1.95 for fast delivery! Definitely recommend. read more

genki ya is a must visit when in coolidge corner! this location is a lot smaller than the tremont st location, with only a handful of tables inside. however, the lack of space is made up by the extensive menu and delicious food! both my friend and i ordered their japanese curry, which was delicious on its own! both plates, although one with chicken and one vegetarian, had the same curry base, so the real difference is the protein/side to the meal, but it's delicious! the service was quick and efficient as well. their menu seems to have quite a few different vegetarian options that i'm curious about so i'll have to come back to try them out! read more

Genki Ya - Curry Chicken Katsu!! delicious! - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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Update: after several visits in person and for take out, i have found that the food quality is inconsistent. Sometimes it is great, other times sloppy, with undercooked asparagus and unwashed lettuce. The lunch specials are a good deal but it is a hit or a miss on quality sometimes. read more

Genki Ya - Dirt of some kind on cucumber and orange in salad. Unwashed salad - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

Sushi here is so tasty. So many choices, and very fresh! Service was great! A very chill and casual vibe. Highly recommend!

Best vegetarian sushi on the planet. And it's been the same superb quality for the past 10 + years. The sweet potato tempura roll is to die for, anything avocado is perfection. And the lunch special is insanely affordable. read more

Genki Ya is definitely my go-to sushi place. I have my appointments in this area so coming here after is certainly a treat. I ended up ordering the sashimi appetizer, pan fried gyozas, double spicy salmon roll, and shrimp tempura roll. The meal was about $50 (before 20% tip) which is a bit pricey since I did not know the pricing on the menu were not updated. I'm unsure when the pricing has changed but I am hoping they update their menus soon. Service was impeccable. read more

Great takeout sushi spot! Inside is very tiny and casual so I prefer to order for takeout. It's mainly a sushi restaurant with limited other options, but I do love their steamed gyoza as well. My favorite roll is the crazy roll, since it is a little spin on shrimp tempura, and it seems like their most popular as well! They prepare their food very fast as well. They definitely have an interesting variety of rolls on the menu that I'm curious to try! read more

Genki Ya - Crazy roll and Shrimp California Roll from the two 2 Rolls Maki Special - of course I ate two pieces before taking a pic (: - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

This is how my take out looked like when I opened the bag at home. Looks like a 2 days old sushi. Over 30 sushi's went directly to the trash read more

Genki Ya - Avocado sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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Hole in the wall easily mistaken for possibly blah food but that's the furthest from the truth. I've eaten here in person and the service is good and fast. The lunch combos are only $13! That's two rolls, soup, salad, drink. More often than not I order from here and it's quick and always delicious. It's by no means "fancy" or "high end" sushi with Pokémon faces on it or whatever, but it's consistent and delicious. read more

The fish quality was average. The shari (sushi rice) was disappointing: it was cold and hard, causing the nigiri to be too firm in the mouth. I couldn't really taste any trace of sushi vinegar either. I don't think I will come again. If you just want to stuff yourself full however, get the sushi dinner, the portion is quite a lot. read more

Genki Ya - Sushi Dinner - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

We went for late lunch on Saturday. We ordered the miso soup to start, it was perfect, great taste. We ordered 3 sushi rolls. They were perfectly cooked and even tho thy all were described as spicy and I was worried, they had the perfect amount of spice. On top we ordered the tuna sashimi, which was also very rich. The ambience of this sushi restaurant was great. The hostess and the waitress were friendly and helpful. The service was quick and outstanding. read more

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The sushi here is absolutely amazing and well priced. I love the sake. And the vegetable tempura appetizer is very generous in its portion size. The staff is also very friendly. All in all I highly highly recommend. read more

Always been a fan of this place, but last time we ordered takeout, no one was wearing masks (chefs or other staff). I've since heard other people observe the same thing, and I've walked by twice more and seen no one wearing any face coverings. This is shocking to me. Mandatory or not, one would think that everyone in the restaurant industry is taking every precaution possible these days, if not for everyone's well-being, then at lease to appear visibly responsible and make customers comfortable with eating there. If such an easy thing as wearing a mask isn't being done, it makes me concerned about what other hygiene is missing. I hope to be back because I love their sushi, but won't be comfortable doing so until they demonstrate safer and more conscientious practices. read more

My FAVORITE sushi place on the planet. You really can't go wrong. I recently ordered take-out and everything was fantastic. I then went to the restaurant on Sunday and everything was even BETTER. The gyoza was perfect. We then ordered the genki ya Maki and the king crab roll. The flavors all make the perfect combination and these two rolls are served warm. If a better place than this exists, let me know! read more

Genki Ya - Red Sox Bases roll don't let the bean curd throw you off, it's SO good - Sushi Bars Near Me - Brookline, Massachusetts

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The food is tasty and the price is right but they consistently have forgotten items in my delivery order so I've changed from a 5 star to 3 star rating. There's nothing worse than waiting an hour for your delivery only to realize you can't eat it because part of it is missing then having to wait for them to come back. They should really offer a discount when they make mistakes like this. Any how, check your orders before you leave if you're picking up and check them before the driver leaves if you have delivery. I'll give it one more shot but if it happens again that'll probably be the last time for me. read more

Always great! Inside tables, outside tables or even to go everything is always on point

Pretty good sushi place. Friendly staff, quick service, and clean restaurant. The sushi was decent, maybe not my favorite, but definitely tasty and fresh. read more

Love the picture menu! that volcano thing is gigantor! is that thing for real?? Food was fresh and I liked the nicer-than-usual chopsticks. The shrimp tempura with spicy tuna was tasty. Service was good and at the end of the meal they gave us a free dessert. Not sure if that's normal or not, it was some bean, green tea ice cream & tapioca thing. I didn't really care for it, but it was a nice touch! read more

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I haven't visited here for a while since I live out of state but once I came back home, I told my family: Get dressed, WE ARE GOING TO GENKI YA! I haven't visited the other locations but I'm happy to see this place growing since it first opened in Brookline. This place has everything for everyone! My mother is a full fledge vegetarian and I love this place because they have so many more sushi roll options for her to enjoy! If your guests don't like sushi or isn't in a sushi mood ( like my dad) they offer shrimp/veggie tempura and a steak entree which I've heard is very good. I always go for the salmon handroll which has super huge chuck of salmon! I love it!! Usually handrolls have a higher rice to fish ratio but I felt it was all fish in there! AWESOME! The service is amazing. Despite it being really busy on a Saturday night we managed to get last minute reservations. Even though it was packed, I never felt rushed to eat. We had ordered so many dishes that we wanted to take our time. The waitress filled our waters and teas so we were never left out to dry. Give this place a try! Advice is to go on weekdays or non peak time on the weekends! Call 20 mins ahead for reservations instead of walking in and waiting. read more

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