Best quality and variety of sushi in Columbia. They usually have some sort of sushi special that…read moreyou won't find anywhere else. Of course you can get regular American-style sushi done well too. My favorites: -wahoo tataki -whole aji -otoro

We actually had a very enjoyable dining experience overall. The food was extremely fresh and…read moreauthentic, Everything tasted very traditional and high quality. The pricing was also very reasonable for the quality, so overall it felt like great value for the money. The only disappointing part was the service. The server who attended to us did not seem very welcoming or enthusiastic, and the overall attitude felt rather cold. When we asked for extra ginger and sauce, he also seemed somewhat unwilling, which made the experience less comfortable. Overall, the food itself was excellent and definitely worth coming back for, but I do think the service attitude and professionalism of the staff could be improved.

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!

Good: - My waitress (Kinslee) was pleasant and very…read moreattentive. - I didn't quite enjoy the Sunday Mimosa (Guava) since I'm not a big fan of alcohol but the value is great regardless ($3). - The Spicy Salmon Crunch was actually fantastic. It has everything I'm looking for in a Poke Bowl. - The interior is clean and beautiful. I wouldn't say it's a traditional looking restaurant by any means but the artistic choices make it feel a little more upscale than it actually is. Bad: - The wait. When I first got into the restaurant the host was not at the front desk. So I sat down for about 10 minutes and waited. The host only appeared after a family of three walked in. Note: I'd love to give the place 5 stars but with how I calculate stars I can't because of the initial seating issue. I will re-review eventually to see if the host seating is a consistent issue.

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.

All day, all I thought about was sushi! Yes, and I do mean all day:) I stated to my hubby that I…read morewanted to try all the sushi rolls on the menu of Sumo Sushi & Hibachi. So, this evening I started with the House Roll. It has tuna, snow crab, and avocado with eel sauce. At first, I was afraid because of the eel sauce, but I decided to take it like a champ! I will say this sushi was delicious. I liked it. It had a nice texture, great taste and good presentation. I also tried the Rainbow Roll. It's a California roll with tuna, salmon and yellow tail with avocado. As for this, it was just okay. I liked all the ingredients, but the taste was not flattering to me. Again, it was okay. Not bad at all, but it isn't one I would purchase for myself again. I also purchased the edamame. I love these, I eat them as a snack:) Overall, great service as usual, prices are reasonable, and the restaurant is clean and well lit. Can't wait to see what sushi roll I try next!!

Wow! Might have a…read morenew favorite spot! Staff is nice. Food quality is great. Prices are super reasonable! Third spot we tried for a late lunch in the area & the only one open.....SO HAPPY the others were closed, so we could find this gem! .....my budding Foodie Critic Son reports they have THE BEST YummYumm Sauce--it's made in house with "perfect amount of kick. Not overly spicy. Tons of Flavor" !

Not a huge fan! I love the concept but the execution doesn't work for me. In some cases it can…read morefeel like a money grab. Ok, so they charge a waste fee of when you order too much. I completely understand this. But I asked about ordering one entree and if the entree isn't finished, you still pay a waste fee, but then you can take it home. That didn't sit well with me. Ordering one entree isn't being wasteful. You just might not finish it. But anyway, I didn't order an entree. I ordered spring rolls, and a few sushi rolls. The two spring rolls were good. The sushi is so small. Most were really dry. I wouldn't return. But my friend definitely enjoyed herself. The atmosphere is really nice and the establishment was clean. Our waitress was extremely attentive but wasn't very knowledgeable on the menu. Try them out for yourself!

Recently had my second lunch at Red Sake. Hands down it is super deal if you like Sushi. Just for…read morecomparison, you can pick up a tray of sushi at a local grocery store, Sam's, or Costco and spend about $10. For ~$8 more, you can have an smorgasbord of salads, soups, Sushi, steak, egg rolls, etc. The variety of variety of choices is outstanding; the food is tasty and well prepared. Our server, Luna, was very helpful in recommending dishes, and she was very pleasant. The interior of the restaurant is very upscale and attractive.

A huge menu, but many of the sushi items involve mayo or cream cheese, which for me is a turn off…read more A lot of deep fried dishes too (including the crawfish, which was disappointing.) But the fish itself was fresh, so try to stick to the basics and you should be ok. Also it was disappointing that both wine specials were red wine, no white wine

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!

I recently tried Suishaya in Columbia, and this spot is so good. I really enjoyed everything I…read moreordered. From the fresh, flavorful yellowtail appetizer topped with jalapeño and roe to the beautiful variety of sushi rolls, every dish was delicious and clearly made with care. The restaurant itself is a nice size--comfortable and spacious enough to work well for small groups without feeling crowded. Our server was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had a great experience from start to finish. I only wish I lived closer or that there was a location near me because I would definitely be a regular. I'll absolutely be back whenever I'm in the area again.

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.

I completely forgot that I'd visited this place a few years ago. Came back for a late night dinner…read moreand was NOT disappointed. Ample flavor. Great serving size. Good service. And convenient location! I'd definitely visit again.

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.

Sakura has the Bento Box Lunch Dialed-In!!!…read more A little wait....well worth the service & price. Thanks for All the Fine Years of Service!!!

My family & I have been eating here since Sakura's original location. I love their authenticity and…read morefamily style feeling.

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