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    Ju-ichi

    4.6 (304 reviews)
    Closed • 4:30 pm - 9:00 PM
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    Coconut shrimp hand roll special
    Stephanie S.

    I was looking for a Saturday date night spot. I randomly came across Ju-ichi and just decided to go. Best. Decision. Ever. The servers were super attentive and nice. The chefs were amazing. Every single thing about tasted amazing. I wish I hadn't enjoyed it so much to get photos. We got the dirty croquettes and that was a banger to start with. Broiled oysters were my insanely delicious. I tried uni for the first time after realizing the quality of fish. Sake belly had a light brushing of soy sauce and melted in my mouth. The coconut shrimp hand roll special was so good I ordered one more before I left perfect crunchy and sweet. The chicken katsu curry was also scrumptious . 10/10 will definitely be going back.

    Tempura
    Justin C.

    Ju-Ichi is a high end sushi joint in Convoy serving high quality sushi and an assortment of various hot foods. Came by for take out and ordered: Sashimi Deluxe (21 pieces) $90 Sashimi Mix (12 pieces) $55 Chirashi ($50) Mixed Tempura Some hand rolls The Sashimi Deluxe was a standout for its presentation and quality. In particular the prime yellowtail cuts and the chefs choice seared Cod were remarkably delicious. Some of my tuna slices (non belly) were ok but not spectacular. The chirashi bowl was another standout for its value - the salmon and yellowtail in particular were delicious. I would have preferred less of the non belly tuna slices. The workers were super friendly and got us extra wasabi for our takeout order per our request. Overall, I would definitely come back and I'm excited to try the dine in experience at Ju-ichi next!

    Sweet Potato Croquette in Curry Sauce topped with some Ikura
    Cookie S.

    My boyfriend and I tried Ju-ichi for the first time and it's now easily one of our favorite spots in the Convoy area. Don't miss out on Happy Hour as they have some pretty good deals on nigiri, sashimi, hand rolls, appetizers, sake and mini bowls. All the fish we had were fresh and everything was prepared nicely. They do not skimp on presentation here. Nigiri fish to rice ratio was perfect. We also got the Mixed Veggie and Shrimp Tempura, Soft Shell Crab Hand Roll and Salmon Skin Hand Roll but was not able to take a photo. They were all very good as well. It was probably the best salmon skin hand roll I've ever had and it was only $5 because of Happy Hour. We will be back for the sunday Omakase soon!

    Miso Soup
    Linford E.

    Located somewhat off the beaten path of the Convoy district tucked in between a couple other Asian restaurants. The space is decent size with plenty of tables with service available at the sushi bar as well. The staff were friendly and attentive. We came in for lunch and ordered the chicken katsu curry rice. The chicken was fried perfectly, golden and crispy on the outside with juicy meat inside, sliced and laid right over the curry. The sauce itself had great depth, not too thick, not too sweet. The miso soup that came with it was really good as well. A light broth with mushrooms and green onion. Nothing heavy, just a perfect complement to the richness of the curry. The menu has other intriguing options, so I'll definitely be back to try the sushi and other dishes.

    Outside
    Jane A.

    OK EXPERIENCE (3.4 stars) Maybe it's just me. Or the day I came. Or maybe it was the food. Came in for lunch and left thinking the roll was greater than the nigiri. i didn't realize until after I left that I felt I shouldn't have been charged for an item I felt kind of obligated to eat and not part of the order. ORDER - one ishedai nigri (two salmon nigiri) - edamame with salt - Quarantine roll EXPERIENCE. I asked the serve to scratch the salmon nigiri because u decided on the roll instead. The server took it off, told the chef upfront before he even made any item, and that was that. I changed my mind of a nigiri order at the very beginning before any food came out, two orders already served to me and the nigiri came out and mentioned I didn't order this, the chef looked at the server and the server reconfirmed, and the chef still gave it to me and said "ok well here you go! I already made it." (I took that as a complimentary item because I honestly didn't really want it). But when I got home I checked the receipt and was charged for it. So if there was miscommunication between server and chef, the customer will get charged for that. Example, what if I didn't order a bento box but it got delivered and since it was already made gave it to me (but didn't want it) and then get charged for it. That's my take away from this place. FOOD. EDAMAME - typical. I liked how the edamame had structure - not overly boiled or steamed. The maldon salt is a nice touch; one of the pieces was so big I thought it was a piece of plastic. ISHEDAI NIGIRI - first time trying this. The texture of the fish is firm and the profile of the cut was lightly sweet. RECOMMEND SALMON NIGIRI - something about their salmon here was off. Ive had many salmon nigiri's and it's usually one of my safe choices but I didn't like the taste of their salmon here - wasn't as fresh as I know this fish can be. QUARANTINE ROLL - poached shrimp, real crab salad and cucumber. Topped with tuna, yellowtail, lemon slices, chives, and garlic aioli. This roll was really good! I took more than half of it home and refrigerate it for afternoon bites and it was still very good - the taste held up. The rice didn't get hard, the fish was fine, and the creamy sauce didn't liquify. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Until the next review...

    Yellowtail Crudo
    Ka'uhane C.

    The food and service is absolutely phenomenal. Very high quality ingredients and attentive staff, who made me feel very welcome as a solo diner. I'd ordered the yellowtail crudo and the salmon nigiri, which I got seared, and the pot de crème for dessert - each dish far exceeded my expectations. Not only was the crudo beautifully plated, but the garnishes paired wonderfully with the fresh fish. At first, I thought I'd accidentally ordered the salmon belly rather than the regular salmon because of how savory the slices were - they simply MELTED in my mouth. Plus, the rice was cooked perfectly, which I especially appreciated due to the frequency of soggy rice I've encountered lately. I was a little skeptical of the pot de crème because of the description, but I'm very glad I tried it. The flavors were subtle, not overly sweet, and not too heavy either. The custard seemed more like a mousse, and though I prefer my custard to have a firmer texture, I still enjoyed every bite. I'm not sure how I feel about the candied bacon, but points for creativity. I'm astounded at how empty the place was during peak dinner hour. I can't wait to return next time I'm craving a quality meal.

    Jannah N.

    Food My frost time trying this place and everything was so delicious. The quality of the seafood was fresh and the price is affordable and comparable to other sushi restaurants. Service Service is nice. They continue to check up on you. Our server noticed right away that our bill was wrong. He was very kind about it and readjusted it quickly. Ambience Plenty of seating for individuals and groups! The restaurant itself is very clean. The parking lot is limited though as the plaza is small and only contains restaurants so street parking may be the way to go

    michelle n.

    Even though it's been over a year since my visit, this omakase still lives rent-free in my head--and that says everything. Every course was exceptionally fresh, thoughtfully composed, and downright delicious. The progression was beautifully paced and surprisingly filling (you will not leave hungry, trust). The uni and caviar courses? Absolute show-stoppers--luxurious, briny, and genuinely tear-inducing in the best way. Every bite felt intentional and aesthetically stunning without trying too hard. Service was warm, attentive, and seamless, elevating the entire experience without ever feeling intrusive. This is the kind of omakase that reminds you why you splurge in the first place. Highly recommend. Would return in a heartbeat.

    Nancy T.

    Small and cozy. We ordered off of their HH menu and regular menu. Service was attentive. The sake flight was smooth. Oysters were fresh! Everything else was good, but for what we paid; I'd would have preferred other local places. Glad I got to try it. I probably would return to have the omakase over the regular menu.

    Amazing chefs
    alexis h.

    We've been here twice now. Love the intimacy of the sushi bar, excellent service both times. The first time we went we had a variety of fish (mostly dealers choice), clam miso soup was amazing, and a snow crab small rice dish. We loved it so much we went back a few months later for their Sunday tasting menu. What a treat! An intimate setting with the restaurant staff. It was a large tasting menu with a variety of food, tapas, pasta, sashimi, fry break, nigiri, and much more. We had a great time tasting through the menu and did the sake pairing as well. I highly recommend this experience and we will be back!

    Yellowtail Crudo
    Salman S.

    Was craving some sushi and in the convoy area so stopped by Ju-ichi and luckily they had some seating at the counter for us. It's a small restaurant with maybe four or five tables and a counter area with seat for ten. We got settled and ordered some nigiri, otoro, kinmadai, king salmon and yellowtail crudo and seared ahi tuna. The nigiri sushi was delicious, every fish was fresh and perfect temperature. Not a lot of yuzu salt or toppings, so you really got to experience the freshness of the fish. The crudo was also tasty. They had some chili oil in the sauce the yellowtail was resting in, which gave it a nice heat. On the side they had some grape tomato halves that had sugar on top which had been caramelized with a blow torch. A nice touch. The seared tuna was my least favorite. Not a bad dish but it lacked character. I wanted a bit more than just seared tuna slices with chilli powder on top. All in all was a good experience and I'll definitely be back here again.

    Jim N.

    We came here to celebrate our 22nd anniversary, hoping for a nice experience. We were not disappointed. Sunday night is reserved for kaiseki style omakase, and all 12 diners were seated around the sushi bar. The restaurant was closed to regular patrons so the chef and staff can concentrate on us. The set menu consisted of cooked and raw fish, each course beautifully presented. But it wasn't just visually appealing, it was tasty. While the pictures I took shows the artful presentation, it does not capture how delicious each offering was. We genuinely loved each dish, right down to the perfect palate cleansing dessert ending. The chef carefully explained each course as it was presented, blending knowledge and humor. The two ladies serving us were super attentive and absolutely professional. Overall, it was the best omakase experience we've ever enjoyed, and a wonderful way to celebrate our anniversary.

    Light and refreshing
    Lyn V.

    I mean, Oishi!! Yum! Came here on a weds night because didn't want to take the chance of a possibly busy Friday night. The atmosphere was really chill. I don't remember if there was music or not but we were able to hear each other talk without having to yell. It's a small place so definitely make reservations. Our waiter was Thy and he was awesome! I've been here once before and sat at the bar then, but my sister have not and she only eat cooked food so she had alot of questions and he was great at answering and explaining to her about the menu. First thing we got was the broiled oysters and it was really tasty, we had to order another plate. The snow crab mini bowl, was not that mini and it had alot of crab in it! see pictures! Very filling and love that you get so much real crab for the price! I had most of the raw food and it was definitely fresh and delicious. My toro mini bowl was filled with alot of toro as well. My favorite was the toro uni hand roll, there was so much truffle shavings on there, SOOOOO good! And the toro and hamachi sashimi omg melt in your mouth delicious! I also forgot the Hamachi crudo is also so good! We were definitely happy diners. If you haven't been here, it's a must try!

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    Food is fabulous. Bento box is delicious with extra veggies. Thank for the great lunch

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    Absolutely enjoyed this restaurant! It is located in a small plaza with limited parking. We came…read morearound 9 and waited about 20 mins before we were able to get a table. We ordered drinks first. Their green tea was soooo delicious! I also enjoyed their alcohol options. Each dish is sooo delicious and definitely worth the money! A must get here is definitely the tuna carpaccio!! it's soooooo good! We ended ordering it twice. There were still a good amount of people when we finished. A lot of people catching up. Vibes were great!

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    Izakaya Masa - Green tea mochi

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    Green tea mochi

    Ju-ichi - sushi - Updated October 2026

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