Couldn't choose 3.5 so I'll round up! I came for lunch so only judging the lunch options. Inside is very clean and cute and waiter was amazing, so attentive and nice. Got a bunch of nigiris, rolls and apps. I would say that yes it's good but nothing too crazy. From the friends I heard dinner has thicker pieces of fish and more options. I think it's a good staple place and I would say if you can eat a lot it's pretty worth. Salmon and yellowtail were super fresh. Red snapper was a bit chewier than other ones I've had. Also...miso soup was a huge miss. I'd come back again to try dinner! read more

Ichiban Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

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Walked in at 1:40. No hello, just "We close at 2:30." Five minutes later, another employee reminded me, just in case I'd forgotten how clocks work. The server was great, looked like a young Rachel Maddow. The food was excellent. But the front of house had all the warmth of a tax audit. So if you like great sushi while being treated like you broke the color barrier at a 1944 Birmingham diner, Ichiban Edina is the place for you. Great food. Great server. Hospitality of a Gaza Strip terror cell. read more

Went on a Saturday night for the all you can eat sushi, which we enjoyed. I wont go into the food at length, but here are a few highlights. 1) they have some great tasting water, 2)the creme brûlée tastes a bit too eggy (like boiled yolk), 3)if you've been curious about Sashimi or Nigiri, or anything else, this is a great place to give it a try. The yelowfin sashimi was really good, mild not fishy, and so tender. A few things to note: -Getting a reservation for 8 people on the same day wasn't hard. I'm not suggesting you wait last minute, but if it works out that way... you may still find good time slots. -A $10 per person HOLD was placed on our organizers card. In the event someone didn't show up, only then would that $10 be charged. One person canceled last minute, and just venmo'd her for the cost incurred. -Arrive on time. They prefer to seat the group all at once, so if you have folks in your group who are perpetually EXTREMELY late, pick them up, don't invite them, give them an earlier arrival time or take your chances. -I highly recommend perusing the menu and photos beforehand to gain an idea on what you want. Although there's 1-2 tablets on the table, with several people sharing it, especially in the beginning, it can be a bit much. You can always use your phone, but the online menu doesn't include many photos, which can be helpful for some. -Food started coming out within 7mins after we ordered. It came in waves, but kept flowing. Our waiter, was very patient and polite as we continued to order more. We were mindful of their wastage rule. In the end a few pieces of rolls and little bit of squid was left, but we weren't charged for that. A couple of items ordered in the beginning never came out, but seeing that we're charged a flat price, vs per item, we didn't sweat it. In all it was a really good experience, I left filling satisfied versus stuffed and was happy to try some new things. I'd return and recommend. read more

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Hot take: this might be the BEST sushi spot in the Twin Cities. Parking was easy, and I love the giant front door--it somehow makes the whole place feel welcoming before you even step inside. The atmosphere is clean, traditional, and full of small-business charm. Service was incredibly fast, everyone was so sincere and sweet, and our server even sang Happy Birthday, which was the perfect finishing touch. My only complaint? No birthday perk! Toss me a little discount of 10% off and I'd be giving this place 6 stars if Yelp allowed it. read more

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We ordered primarily sashimi and the pieces were THICK! Super good quality and service. They have toro on Thursdays, and they had leftovers, so they gave us some on Friday for free! It was a good taste, so it's a must to come back on a Thursday. The matcha shaved snow was yum for dessert as well! Would come again for sure. read more

Ichiban Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

This might be my favorite sushi spot in the Twin Cities! I LOVE the variety and quality you get for $50 AYCE. I prefer the dinner option since you get more options than the lunch special! My all time favorite bite is the Dragon Ball appetizer, it's a wonderful avocado lined bite with crunchy tuna in the middle! I definitely recommend. The server was very kind and attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. I love the interior too, it's a great spot for conversations, and perfect for a celebration! I definitely recommend this spot to anyone, though it is on the spendy side! read more

Ichiban Sushi - Shrimp tempura - Sushi Bars Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

Love this AYCE sushi and hibachi. We have been here many times and it's usually consistent. They updated their menu to an iPad which is nice but wish we could order off of it. Our servers are usually great but this time it was just ok. Sushi was tasty. Sashimi were hefty slices and delicious! The steak was a bit tough and hard to chew. Dessert was ok, cheesecake was a pass. I almost thought they got rid of their snow dessert which was a bummer but I just had to click on the right thing on the iPad and was glad they still had it since that is the best part! Quality is great! We usually don't do reservations and get seated pretty quick. This time we went for our anniversary on a Tuesday and the place was packed. They didn't do anything special for us for our anniversary. We will usually come here for a celebration since we like the vibes but it is very loud in there so not very romantic. I appreciate the specials they have that change daily but I wish we could've ordered more of it. read more

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Hands down the BEST AYCE SUSHI IN MN! We're repeat customers bc the food is always great & the staff is very friendly! We went today & they gave us a cute bag too, to celebrate their 2 year anniversary! read more

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He Said: This restaurant has the best AYCE in the state of MN; try to tell me otherwise. High quality food. Good variety of food. Good service. Reasonably priced (mostly for lunch). I have been coming to Ichiban since it first opened. While it's sad/ frustrating that their menu offerings have decreased (no more lunch scallops), the quality of food has always been stellar. The menu is on a tablet, but customers place their orders with the waiter/ waitress, still. Food does not take too long to arrive. Their lunch option is fairly priced. I have never had their dinner, but I imagine it's good, too. Pros: - Food quality is good - Staff is great Cons: - Dinner price is a little high read more

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When my friend comes in town from New York, this is her favorite spot to go to since it's nearby where her mom lives so this is a place that we always end up at after COV beverages We like the portion it's definitely enough for the price of AYCE read more

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Always worth the price for me. But I mainly get salmon sashimi lol like 20-30 pieces every time I go. The sashimi cuts are the super thick ones like you see on an insta foodie's post. The other foods are good too tho. Looove the crème brûlée read more

Food presentation is always pretty, there's a lot of options, and quality is as expected for ayce. On a Saturday night, it gets pretty loud so it's a little harder to have conversations or hear the server. There were a few hiccups on orders but nothing to get fussy about, especially when the staff is so friendly. There's a two hour limit on dining and they only seat you if your whole party is present. read more

Ichiban Sushi - Matcha snow - Sushi Bars Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

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This is one of the best sushi I have had compared to other places I have been to. The entrance was fancy with its big door which then took us into a cozy, warm, and minimalist ambience making it feel fancy and worthy of a first year anniversary date night. The server was quick as well as the food. It was all you can eat and they have a wide variety of sashimi and other unique options. Everything tasted really good and the quality was top notch. The sashimi was fresh. We ended the day with the entire menu of desserts read more

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Had never been but was invited for a birthday. They do not accept reservations for less than 6 people and we had 5 so we just showed up and waited. Took about 30 minutes to get a table on a Friday night. We had plans after dinner and let them know we had about a hour till we had to leave and the service was great! Not sure if it's always fast but food came out super quick. Not only great food but the cocktails were definitely worth it for me. When i think all you can eat, I dont always equate that with good quality but this place had both. I will be visiting again soon. read more

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This place is so beautiful when you step in. From the presentation of the decor to the presentation of food was very impressive . The menu is on a tablet and you have a waitress to take your order. Super friendly and food comes out very fast. Staff is very attentive to make sure everyone has a great experience. The food tastes really good . The only thing that really is different is the limit of food you can order each round. I don't think it's that big of a deal, makes you slow down. read more

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Ichiban Sushi is easily a go-to spot for quality sushi in Minnesota. The fish is incredibly fresh, and the all-you-can-eat menu features everything from high-grade nigiri to creative specialty rolls. The experience is seamless.. you order through an iPad, and the food comes out remarkably fast. With its modern, chic ambiance and a very friendly waitstaff, it's the perfect reliable pick for a quick and delicious meal read more

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Ichiban is the best all-you-can-eat spot with amazing ambiance. They serve the freshest sushi and I always love getting the salmon nigiri. The presentation is beautiful and their rolls are always so flavorful. I usually start with miso soup or chawan mushi and their rice dishes are also a must try. My absolute favorite item on the menu is the crème brûlée. It is always the highlight of my visit and I love it every time. read more

Came here a lot when it first opened. Finally doing a review and came here during a weekday lunch. Price when I went this time was $29.95. It used to be $24.95 earlier this year.. The space is clean and very open. Sat at the bar area this time on as we came during peak lunch hour and still had great service. The server was attentive and dishes came out quickly and dirty plates were being taken away just as quick. The food is definitely more upscale than the typical AYCE sushi place in MN. One thing I think that sets Ichiban apart from the rest is how well they prepare their rice. It has a nice subtle tang from the sushi vinegar that helps to balance the fish. The nigiri is the best thing here. The sushi rolls are above average and hit the spot when you have that sushi craving. The chicken karaage is a must get: it always comes out piping hot and crispy. The tempura plate was average, the vegetable tempura a little too oily. Lastly, the ice cream mochi tastes just like the one you get in the grocery stores. Overall quality of the food is 4/5. This was my go to AYCE sushi spot when they opened, but now I don't think I would come here frequently mainly due to the increased price. For a sushi craving, there are other new options just as good as Ichiban's sushi but for less cost. read more

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Exactly what we needed at the end of a long weekend -- all you can eat sushi! We come to Ichiban once or twice a year as a treat and it's always worth it. The food was too good to remember to take pictures. This time around we tried a lot more of the non-sushi items, like the chawan mushi (ordered it 3 times), mixed tempura, beef tataki, and fried tofu, along with our usual several orders of sashimi. Definitely a great choice, and still holding the spot for our favorite AYCE sushi in the Twin Cities. read more

We came here in December for our anniversary and were so impressed we made it through a 2 hour wait on Valentine's Day to get a table! Delicious food, extremely fresh fish, creative rolls and great service. I just wish they took reservations! read more

Ichiban Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

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My colleagues and I went here for lunch on a weekday an hour before closing time. The staff was very attentive. Despite it being a weekday, it was fairly busy with wait time for seating. The food was delicious with beautiful presentation. I'm glad I went with colleagues and was able to try new things that I would have been hesitant to try. read more

Excellent service here generally. It's a nice step up from the other AYCE options. They make it easy to order with the iPad menu. I enjoy the large menu option with excellent sushi appetizers such as the Pepper Tuna and Yellowtail Jalapeño. One of my favorites is the soft shell crab which comes battered and fried to perfection. The sushi portions and quality are also very great for the price. It's consistent through out my many visits. I always leave this place satisfied. read more

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Worth Every Penny for Top-Quality AYCE Japanese! Perfect for a birthday celebration. I came here for dinner and was initially a bit shocked by the $47 per person price tag--but it turned out to be more than worth it. From the very first plate of sashimi, I could tell this place was something special. The salmon and white tuna sashimi were fresh, buttery, and beautifully presented--easily on par with what you'd find at a higher-end a la carte sushi spot. The service was excellent--our server was super friendly, answered all of our questions with patience, and checked in on us frequently without being intrusive. It really added to the overall experience. Note that they ask that you wait until your entire party is present before they'll seat you. The ambiance and decor were also a highlight: cozy, clean, and adorably Japanese, with lots of authentic little touches. Highly recommend ordering: * Sashimi (especially salmon and white tuna) * Beef Tataki - tender and flavorful * Salmon Carpaccio - bright and refreshing * Crispy Rice Tuna - crunchy, spicy, filling, and delicious * Any of the Special Sushi Rolls - beautiful and satisfying * Matcha Snowflake Ice - light and perfectly sweet - I'll dream of this one until my next visit What to skip: * Calamari - too chewy and lacked flavor * Teriyaki Beef - dry and overdone If you're looking for a quality AYCE Japanese experience with fresh seafood, great atmosphere, and attentive service, this spot absolutely delivers. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Still so good! For $49.95/person++ it's so worth it! Especially the bluefin tun and soft shell crab was epic. read more

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My friend suggested eating here for sushi. All you can eat for a set price. Reservations recommended for parties of 6 or more, this can be done online. Otherwise call them to see if reservation is needed for smaller party. Beautifully decorated and busy. We sat in the dining area towards the back, one side is the sushi chefs and the other side is the bar. We have an iPad as a menu, but still had to order through the waitress. 90 minute max for the table. Definitely recommend if you're in the area. read more

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Tried this sushi all-you-can-eat spot and was seriously impressed with the quality--definitely the best sashimi I've had from any AYCE sushi place in Minnesota. The scallop nigiri stood out--super fresh and buttery. Minnesota roll and salmon carpaccio were both solid picks too. Hibachi steak was a nice surprise--juicy and flavorful. Only letdown was the mackerel nigiri, which was a bit too fishy for my taste. Service-wise, everything was smooth except for one hiccup: our waiter (last name might've been Le?) was not the friendliest, which did take away from the experience a bit. Would definitely go back, just hoping for a different server next time. read more

Ichiban Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

I can't wait to go back to Ichiban Sushi! The quality of the sushi is so good that you would never think it's an all you can eat place! We went for lunch on a Saturday, which you pay dinner prices for, but for the food and service that we got that day, I am okay with! My sister ordered some appetizers that I typically wouldn't order on my own, and they were so good! The jalapeño yellowtail was perfect with a slight kick of heat and the sauce the fish was in was delicious. We also did the crispy rice tuna, it wasn't bad! A little too much rice for me, so I don't think I'd order it again. For the sushi, Our pieces of sashimi were so thick and perfect! And we ordered a #9 roll, which is my fav, and it did not disappoint. We also did a Philly roll, it has smoked salmon and a scallion (wasn't my fav) and an avocado salmon roll which was great! And to top it off, the dessert was amazing!! We had the matcha snowflake which is the shaved ice... so good!!! Especially with the mochi pieces sprinkled on it! Our server, Leng, was on top of it. Great customer service and consistently made sure we were good! Can't wait to go to Ichiban again!! read more

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I recently visited Ichiban for their all-you-can-eat dinner ($46.95 + tax), and overall, I had an enjoyable experience.. though there were a few things to note. There's a 2-hour dining limit, but that felt very reasonable. On my Sunday evening visit, the restaurant wasn't too busy and food came out quickly. Ichiban offers a wide variety of dishes that are great for seafood lovers, but also plenty of non-seafood options for those with different tastes. Our waitress was great, super friendly and always available to take new orders without delay! Sashimi was the main reason I chose to dine here for dinner. My Favorites: The white tuna and salmon sashimi were both fresh and delicious. Disappointments: The regular tuna sashimi was not good. It came in an odd cube-shaped cuts that tasted off and lacked the quality of the others. The fried oyster was another miss.. very fishy and didn't taste clean. I do really like the design of the restaurant with nice Japanese elements that add to the ambiance :) Overall Ichiban is a solid choice for an all-you-can-eat Japanese dinner. A bit on the pricier end, but a great service and a relaxing atmosphere round out the visit! read more

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Came for all you can eat sushi. Most of the sushi was great, though I wouldn't order the appetizers again, the gyudon was a bit dry and packed with rice so I wasn't able to eat as much sushi afterwards. The service was good and I liked a lot of the rolls. A bit pricy, I probably wouldn't visit again too often but it's a fun spot to try. read more

Ichiban Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

As always, Ichibans does not disappoint. The sushi is amazing! The wait staff is very friendly and knowledgeable, and on the ball with their service. The place looks great and plenty of seating. They now have iPads on each table with photos of the food, so you can easily see what you're getting instead of having a mystery roll show up on your table. It's expensive, but worth it, quality sushi for sure. read more

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This all you can eat sushi buffet is the best one in the Twin Cities in terms of food quality and ambiance. There are a lot of food options other than sushi and it's always plated nicely. The portions are a good size. Our server - meh, but everything else was good. read more

I would so come here again! Our server was great and the food was amazing. Even though the price is higher than other ayce sushi places it was definitely worth it. The sushi rice actually had a tangy flavor and you could taste it in every order which brought depth to all the dishes. I actually did not care that some rolls had a thick amount of rice, since it adds so much flavor. The sashimi quality was ok, probably the best ayce possible. There was a small butterness and tenderness to the fish but I've had higher quality elsewhere. The things that really sold me were these three specialty rolls, baked scallop, baked salmon, and Escalade. By far the most unique and flavorful rolls I've ever had with a great texture. They are a must try. The appetizers were also great too, my favorite were the squid salad and beef takaki. It would've been a four star but the service was great and the menu was detailed which pushed it to a five star experience. Our waitress was quick, attentive, and friendly. read more

NEVER COME HERE!!!! Horrible reservation policy. Had 6 people for a reservation and one got sick. When we talked to the manager they indicated they would not (not that they could not) provide some relief and that we needed to either pay for the extra person that did not come or lose the full $60 deposit ($10 per person). This is even with the restaurant not full and us showing up together as required ahead of the reservation. What kind of customer service is that? read more

Came here for the first time and loved it, came again and brought my partner but was utterly disappointed. The service was super abysmal, the host was not welcoming and our server, Lei did not come by often. We had to get the runner to get our server for us once. The food was also subpar this time. The nigiri we ordered all felt like misses, it just did not taste fresh. The teriyaki salmon was good and well cooked, though. The stir fried udon and yellowtail was a standout miss. We didn't finish our roll and the udon at the end of the meal simply because it just did not taste good, and Lei threatened us with the waste charge saying that we'd have to pay extra if we didn't finish. He insisted, even when we told him the dish didn't fit our taste. If people can send dishes back at a regular restaurant and get them taken off the bill if they're not good, why can't the same concept be applied to AYCE? AYCE shouldn't mean you have to force eat mediocre food just because you ordered it. Overall really disappointed with this second visit and the mid food and service will be enough reason for me to not return. Rose tinted glasses have been taken off! read more

Food was okay but terrible terrible terrible service. I went here so many times there was a lady with glasses and a short guy with earring were soooooooo rude every time I saw them. read more

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I'm not a big fan of sushi but a friend wanted to meet up here for lunch. Really glad he made the suggestion because this was a fantastic experience and value. The space is bright and open with tons of tables and bar seats. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and attentive; happy to answer any questions and accommodate requests. For $27 AYCE lunch, this really is hard to beat. The quality/price ratio is through the roof. Even ignoring the great service the food tasted fresh and love ordering ad-hoc so that everything is fresh and waste reduced. Favorites were the Pepper Salmon, Hibachi salmon, and Kani Salad but all the dishes tried were great. You can ask to omit the noodles/rice for the hibachi and teriyaki if you don't want them. The miso soup and salads were great, light palette cleansers and recommend them. The Agadashi Tofu was light and crispy but slightly under-seasoned, IMO. Would still get it again. Finished with the Red Bean Ice Cream, which was good, but don't think it's worth the stomach space. Already planning a return trip and would love to check out the dinner menu. Even though it's $45 there are a ton more high-value items. read more

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Been to Ichiban many times and it is fantastic! Compared to other all you can eat places it is more expensive but the quality is vastly superior. They have a nice ambiance while not feeling stuffy. The staff were all very friendly and knowledgeable. The sashimi was very tender and delicious - the tuna was my favorite. The crunch roll had a great texture and was the best roll there I have tried. The California roll was good but standard. The highlight was the matcha snowflake - I had four and almost went for a fifth. Will definitely be coming back soon! read more

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THE FRESHEST SUSHI IN MLPS!!! this place was sooo good. although i do have to say the price is a little steep. it's $47 for ayce per person for dinner and you truly can get whatever you want and its sooo delicious!! everything was super fresh and came out super quick. highly highly recommend the sushi appetizers: the salmon carpaccio, beef tataki, peppered tuna, and the jalapeño yellowtail. i think we got like 4 orders of each and it was sooo good. read more

Ichiban Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Edina, Minnesota

We got there at 1:30 for lunch. Was told we had until 2:15 to order. 2:30 restaurant closes. Sat down didn't get a server until 1:45. Lunch menu is a lot different than dinner. Service was sub per. Food was ok for $30 per person. Definitely didn't feel the love that I felt when I was there for dinner. Not sure I would recommend lunch there. We ordered 2 rolls and nigiri. I didn't eat 3 of the nigiri rice and was told there was a waste charge. Disappointing because we didn't waste food otherwise. Didn't have any leftovers otherwise. read more

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I'm so bummed that I forgot to check in when I was enjoying dinner at Ichiban, so I thought I'd write a quick review. I was there in a party of four. We were promptly seated and greeted by our waiter for the evening. We were happily surprised that raw oysters on the half shell were the special for dinner on Tuesday night... What a treat! My husband and I love coming there specifically for the ocean fish menu items. I am ever impressed with how fresh everything is here and IMHO for all you can eat sushi/sashimi/maki the variety of available is unmatched in this land locked area in the middle of Minnesota. I'm not even going to try to list all of plates we ordered between the four of us. Everything was fresh and flavorful (tempura, Katsu, teriyaki, gyoza, Creme brûlée). The honorable mentions are the fresh oysters, my personal favorite - the spider roll, and today we tried the surf clam nigiri. Tips if it is your first trip: You're limited to two hours. Each person can only have three menu items on order at any given time. No new food can be ordered the last half an hour of your two hours time-slot. Do the hot tea, your digestion will thank you. Everything is so good that you will be tempted to eat a little more than fits comfortably. (especially since rice expands in your stomach.) We will be back. read more

Ichiban Sushi - Crispy rice tuna Fried Calamari - Sushi Bars Near Me - Edina, Minnesota