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    Kei Sushi

    3.9 (474 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Katrina P.

    While in Reno this past Mother's Day and decided to treat my daughters to their favorite and while searching Yelp, I stumbled across this great AYCE sushi restaurant located on McCarran in the Trader Joe's shopping plaza. The restaurant is large but spacious! When we arrived around 5:30ish we were told there would be a 25 minute wait which was fine considering it was Mother's Day. The servers were friendly and very attentive and the many diners appeared to all be very happy so we were excited when our number was called to be seated. The fish was fresh and they have a large variety of rolls to choose from. We started with the baked mussels, cucumber salad and miso soup. All of which were yummy! Sadly it went downhill from there. Granted it was Mother's Day so I only deducted 1 star but the wait for sushi was beyond ridiculous. In total we were there for 3 hours and when our rolls finally came out, they were great but we had lost most of our appetite and were eager the leave so we left feeling a bit unsatisfied. The servers were aware and very apologetic and offered us a free strawberry mochi of which we appreciated. I will be back to give them a second go, definitely not on a holiday though.

    Quail egg shooters
    Paige L.

    This place is okay. I think one of my favorite things is they have a huge selection of rolls. Service was also just okay. Rolls took a long time and our sushi chef didn't speak very good English so we had to repeat what we wanted a lot. This place is huge and nicely decorated inside and in a good location just not sure I would come back.

    Serena L.

    We went during an off hour when nobody else was here. All rolls can be made as long rolls or hand rolls. Nigiri is great! They have their "specialty" nigiris which is yum! The pieces are larger compared to other sushi joints so you'll fill up quick. The inside was nice. I recommend updating/changing their menus because their menus are starting to fade and they're kind of sticky to touch. Sushi price is a bit higher compared to other places, but worth it because they have many sushi creations that others don't have and makes you inclined to always try something different.

    Red Dragon
    Sarina G.

    Long story short this has been my favorite Sushi spot the last 10 years. I compare every sushi place to this spot and this roll. I come here for almost all my birthdays and showing new people. This place has a special place in my heart and I will keep coming here as long as i'm alive. This place is by far the best sushi in town. GET THE RED DRAGON ROLL ITS THE BEST ROLL EVER!!! Not to mention the service is so on point and solid. Most other sushi spots always have ass service and by the end you're barely full and don't feel like all you can eat was worth it. Vs here I'm fully and happy money well spent everytime.

    Back-Fuji Mountain roll
 Front-CiCi roll Spicy delicious
    Lori S.

    Giving 4 stars as I have only picked up and have never eaten inside. Ambience is really quaint. A smaller restaurant but is busy allot. Have never gone beyond the entrance/register but you can clearly see inside. Service is always pleasant whether it is the wait, host staff, or the owner herself. She is a super sweet lady that loves her place. The food has always been quite delicious. Have had sushi as well as rolls and kitchen plates. 1 was a grilled teriyaki salmon. That was quite yummy too. I really do not have any complaints on this establishment.

    Dragon ball
    Joanna B.

    Came to kei sushi for the first time for my friends birthday dinner and it was delicious! One thing that is super interesting and unique to kei is that they don't give you papers to fill out for AYCE. Instead they have a server come by to take your order. At first I thought this was going to be annoying and that rolls would be forgotten but it was actually great! Our server came by our table more often than other sushi restaurants and I think a big part of that is because of the ordering system. I only order cooked rolls and every roll I ordered was good. There wasn't anything I was disappointed in. They have an appetizer called the dragon balls and I was obsessed. Basically a jalapeno popper. I think i ordered it 6 times. I would come here just for those. SO GOOD. Our service was great and our server was super nice and fast. We will definitely be back

    Kei Sushi in Reno. Beautiful inside. Julie A
    Julie A.

    If you have never been to Kai Sushi in South Reno in the Smithridge Shopping center, this is a fabulous Five Star sushi restaurant choice. The ambiance is beautiful, Sushi is Fresh and Food Presentation is Five Star. Owner Silvia who has owned this fantastic Kai Sushi location for 7 years, gave us the most outstanding service and the best hand roll I have ever tasted. Emily and I love how you created 2 little cups with lemons for our chilled Plum Wine in the Hot Saki pitcher. Thank you to Sushi Chef's Marvin & Merlino for torching the Red Dragon and giving us a firey show at the same time. The TORCHED Red Dragon hand roll is the BEST hand roll I have ever tasted! We also ordered a 2nd Torched Red Dragon hand roll, baked muscles, seaweed salad, edamame and Salmon. Not only did we try the all you can eat lunch with my daughter, but then 2 days later I brought my friend Lelia in to also try this fantastic restaurant and Torched Red Dragon Roll. She loved it too! I can't wait to try your Bento Box next. Thank you Silvya for a Five Star dining experience for my daughter and my friend. A big shout out to server Kyra for a wonderful lunch and your Sushi Chefs. This is a wonderful Restaurant and dining experience. Truly Five Star. Julie A

    Gyozas
    Melissa H.

    First outing of the New Year and the food is still amazing. This was the first time I've done a lunch outing and the only difference is the number of people. Our server was new and in training, but she was very organized. The fish was firm and flavorful. Not at all rubbery and didn't have a strong fishy odor or foul taste. Maybe next time I'll be brave and order outside my comfort zone.

    Mussels were tender
    Leanh E.

    Such a chill place to have sushi. Sushi is a Zen experience for me. I love going to have sushi at spots that are relaxing. It gives you a chance to slow down and really savor the flavors. I really enjoyed the nigiri, especially the escolar, which I consider to be like butter. Super tasty and such a rich flavor. I am not a big fan of the rolls, I tried one roll and it seemed that the sauces and everything overpowers the fish. I would return to Kei just for the escolar and the ambience.

    Vegetarian roll section of the menu
    Heather G.

    Great veggie roll selection!! There were 20 veggie rolls and even 4 vegetarian nigiri options. We were able to get a seat at the bar on a Saturday afternoon with no issue.

    Cheryl C.

    Once again enjoyed a great meal! Birthday lunch for my friend, Did all you can eat as 2-3 rolls each would have been about the same cost and this way we each got an appetizer and my friend got ice cream with his meal. Drinks are not included but we each opted for ice water with lemon which is great with the salty sushi. We went about 1230 Saturday and got seated right away without a reservation. They did start to fill up after we got there. Our server was prompt and I was able to get the gluten free soy sauce as well as my crystal shrimp sushi which was divine! I love the crab strips on top of the Lily and this was my favorite! The Godzilla was good with the little bit of heat from the Siracha. My friend ordered the macho macho which is on the spicy side with Siracha and pickled Jalapeños. The Volcano came as two rolls and was very filling! We managed to eat most with my friend helping with mine. They do charge extra if you're unable to eat what you order but we didn't leave too much!! Stuffed but happy.

    Chicken Teriyaki Bento plate was delicious. Miso soup was also served with this entree.

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    Is this business gluten-free or celiac friendly?

    Hi Sarah, yes we are. We have GF soy sauce, teriyaki, ponzu, and GF tempura batter, unfortunately we do not separate the oil.

    Hi is your tempura vegan?

    Hi, Yes it is, but we do fry everything in the same oil.

    Do you get free sushi on your birthday?

    Hi Amber, with a party of five or more you will get a $25 gift card to use on your birthday or a later date if desired. I hope this answers your question. Thank you.

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    Kauboi Izakaya

    4.0(570 reviews)
    2.5 miMidtown
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    I have visited Kauboi twice since I lived in Reno and one of the things that absolutely stands out…read moreis their consistency of delivering high quality, super delicious food. I was happy that after several years in between visits the menu was the same so was able to order the things I initially enjoyed and they tasted as delicious as I remember! This time around there were 4 of us that went so were able to order many different things. Every dish had its own thing that made it unique and delicious. We ordered lots of things but some of the stand out were the duck fried rice, fried chicken and steak. The drinks were also unique and very good and the server was very nice and attentive. I will that it is very expensive for the amount of food, so some people will be turned off by that.

    Finally got here with my food, loving parents and beautiful wife for a special dinner out! I was…read morenervous that the loud music and vibes here might put my older folks a bit off, but they actually loved every minute. The soundtrack here is the heartbeat of this restaurant and cannot be ignored. We were seated under the speaker (for added effect) and while I thought it would be problematic it actually ended up enhancing the experience because the food and drink just goes down so easy you feel like you're just hanging around with friends at a house party. On the cocktail front enjoyed a few new things, including the riff on a margarita, but my all-time favorite has got to still be the salty INU I don't know what it is about this drink, but it is just damn delicious and goes down so easy. The combo of basil shiso and grapefruit is delightful, especially with a hit of salt! And the food front, I tried the duck hearts which were great. We revisited the beef tongue which is always a hit. We also of course, had to have the soba noodles the chicken wing yakitori the Japanese pickles and so many others like the Japanese shrimp and shiitake fritter we also tried the mushroom croquettes which were surprisingly cheesy gooey gooey with an earth umami note. Not something I'd do again but glad I tried. Honestly we ordered a lot of the menu and I'm not ashamed at all. This spot is just grand!

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    Haru - Kuro Ramen

    Haru

    4.3(457 reviews)
    1.3 mi
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    I saw online that haru sold the trendy ice cream that looked like fruit and its usually hard to…read morefind. So my fiancee and I had to go and get it.. funny thing, we went but didnt end up buying that.. lol. We had never been there before and when we walked in we were surprised to see they have a little international store in the back of the restaurant. So much to look at it from snacks to spices to cold and frozen items.. they had so many different flavors of oreos and kit kats! they had fridges and freezers with drinks, coffees, ice cream , dessert items, ect.. It was all set up nicely and easy to access all the items. The restaurant looked nice and clean. We didn't eat there this time but will go back because everything sounded good. The staff was also very nice and wasnt bothered that we were there just for the store part. We ended up getting different flavored rice crackers and had to try different flavors of kit kats.. along with some cookies and tea.. Cant wait to go back for items and the restaurant.

    Overall rating: 4.5/5…read more I have been to Haru multiple times, with friends, family, ordering take-out or dining in. I finally decided to opt out of my usual Miso ramen order and try the donburi. My absolute favorite appetizers are the karaage chicken and takoyaki, it is very hard to find quality of either in town and each order has never been less than great. The menu is detailed and include vegetarian and vegan options. I had the chicken curry katsudon, the chicken was breaded and fried well, and the curry contained potatoes, carrots, and onions, yet it felt really heavy on the carrots, and I couldn't finish them all. My partner had the Kuro ramen, which he gets every time, but this time level 3 spice didn't seem spicy. Whenever we order to-go, it is visibly clear when it is level 3. The service was fast and friendly for a Thursday night, the lychee martini and draft Sapporo that we always order still tasted as good as ever.

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    Negima Yakitori (Chicken Thigh)

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    Arario Midtown - Bulgogi Bowl

    Arario Midtown

    4.7(1.3k reviews)
    3.0 miMidtown
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    This family-owned restaurant truly pours care and passion into every detail -- from the…read morethoughtfully crafted dishes to the warm, welcoming atmosphere. Christine, our waitress, was so attentive and genuinely kind. She anticipated what we needed before we even had to ask and made the entire experience feel personal and relaxed. Service like that makes a great meal even better. You can taste the love and intention in every dish. We've been multiple times and have yet to order something we didn't absolutely love. The presentation is beautiful, the flavors are bold and balanced, and it's clear the owners are committed to making sure every guest leaves happy. Arario consistently delivers not just amazing food, but an experience. Already looking forward to our next visit!

    A solid 3.5 imho…read more The line up of fusion forward food is full of potential but the flavors just doesn't quite get there for me. The porky ribs have potential but It was too lightly drizzled when it needed to be drowned in that sweet and tangy sauce. It was also cooked rather dry on the exterior but the interior was nicely juicy and tender. The bulgogi bowl was actually spicy pork instead of beef. It wasn't that bad, but it wasn't that great either. The tofu soup was solid. It hit all the right spots and was comfort food personified. Enjoyed it quite a bit. Overall, I am sure there are other items that might hit the spot and I would love to return and try a selection of entrees another time. Service was definitely top notch, Harry was the absolute best!

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    Inside Restaurant

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    Kuma Sushi - Red dragon roll

    Kuma Sushi

    4.2(420 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    Out of all the sushi I've tried, this one stands out as the highest quality compared to other…read moreplaces. You can notice the quality in every detail even the presentation. The service was 10/10. We sat at the bar, and it was really enjoyable chatting with the staff there. The atmosphere is a bit noisy, but that's because it's always busy. One thing to keep in mind the wait can be long. However, if you don't mind sitting at the bar and there's space available, take it! Instead of waiting 45 minutes, you might get seated right away. Without a doubt, this has become one of my favorite spots for sushi. Thank you!

    We have been here about 3 times. Its been very inconsistent with service. The first time was super…read moreslow. The next, was with a large group, and it was super fast. The time it was just my husband and I was so slow. We also sat down as the second table. They had a full staff and it took the longest. The food is good. I rate the roles at a 3, but note. I like simple sushi. So I tried the rolls just to try and see what they taste like. Its good if you like likes of flavor. It removes what people say is the fishy taste. I love the taste of fish. So I typically lean towards nigiri. I will amdit their sashimi salad as a 5/5. I loved it. I thought we could order 1 per round, but thats not the case. Look at the menu and its once per visit. The salmon hand roll is a 1 for me. It was not very crispy and hard to power through. So I dont recommend that, but they do a roll of it. So if you share with friends it might be worth while. The Niger I rate a 3.5/5. There was a lot of rice, but they also give a good size slice of fish. What got me was it didn't have that crisp taste when I ate it. Its hard to explain. The food quality is good. Don't get me wrong. Just the service and my simple taste buds. Its very popular and many locals love it. The lady was very sweet, when we got to speak with her. So don't let my rating and my taste buds hinder you from eating here. So give them a try.

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    Side room

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    O’A Sushi

    4.5(268 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    O'A sushi is ahhmazing! First visit here and we were lucky to get right in and seated in the main…read moredining room, as I've heard it can get quite busy. We had a late lunch so decided to just go for ala carte but wished we had done their all you can eat. We started with the calamari appetizer, cucumber salad and two orders of their potstickers. Their potstickers were the star of the show and I would go back here just to order these. Some of the best in town in my opinion! They were doughy and flavorful, still tender not too crispy and just the right size with a great potsticker slightly spicy sauce. We then ordered the Snow mountain roll, the caterpillar and rainbow. We loved the size of the rolls, not too much rice, flavorful, fresh and good. Before our order came out we were offered a sample of a new dumpling pork bun that was so good we wished we could order it; but the owner informed us it would be coming to a store next door soon - so stay tuned for a new O'A dumpling dim sum shop to open soon in the same shopping center. The service was attentive and charming and the restaurant seems very authentic - we can't wait to go back and try all you can eat and get their punch card.

    They skimp on fish in their rolls. So only go here if you like Nigiri…read more They have imitation crab in 80% of their rolls, it's almost impossible to avoid. The rolls are small and chewy. Reno does not have elite sushi in general, but you can do better elsewhere if you are seeking rolls. Their nigiri was decent. I have not tried their Chinese, so that might be what boosts their rating.

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    Dining area

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    Tokyo Sushi

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    3.8(1.3k reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$$

    As far as AYCE goes, the sushi is 5 stars, (not the same as 5 stars at a high-end sushi spot.)…read moreOverall experience is closer to a four. This long-time Reno favorite is especially popular with the younger crowd due to the South Midtown location. Popularity is its main weakness though as it makes parking a headache, (not an area to leave valuables), and there is almost always a wait, often nearing or exceeding an hour during prime weekend dinners. No reservations. Don't be surprised if you have to wait outside or in your car. Once seated, place fewer large orders instead of many small ones since staff are stretched thin. Conversation can be tough with the loud packed room and music. Sports usually on big screens. Even at the sushi bar, it is not the usual experience. You still order on paper. High bar fridges block the view, and with 6 to 8 chefs working fast, conversation is unlikely. You are there to eat, not watch the craft or make a new friend behind the bar. Fish quality is about as good as AYCE gets in Reno, and the rice is less sugary than most. Nigiri often has the best fish-to-rice ratio in town. Good roll selection, including a Salmon Skin Handroll. Like many spots, some rolls are heavy on eel sauce or mayo, making the fish secondary unless you skip sauce or choose simpler options. The baked mussel appetizer was drenched in sweet sauce and tasted like candy. Surprised there was no mayo on those too. Price is a couple dollars above average local AYCE but worth it if you tolerate the wait, still cheaper than casinos. Monday through Thursday, sake is included. Arguably the best spot in Reno right now, though on a busy night I might pick one of the close seconds if I want to eat quickly. NOTE: It appeared they charged a higher tip than I left, so check your credit card charge a few days later

    We decided to give Tokyo Sushi a try and, unfortunately, it was a very disappointing experience…read morefrom start to finish. Upon being seated, we were told to fill out the all-you-can-eat order form as many times as we wanted, which sounded great. I personally don't eat sushi, but I appreciated that they offered protein options like chicken and beef. I ordered a Bento box--simple enough. That's where things started to go downhill. My meal didn't arrive for over 30 minutes, and when it finally did, it was cold. The chicken tasted like pressed meat and was extremely chewy--definitely not what you'd expect from a basic entrée. I wasn't planning to complain, but it became clear the issue wasn't just my order. The other four people in my group were barely being served at all. Meanwhile, tables that were seated after us were receiving multiple rounds of food while we continued waiting. We asked several servers for updates, and each time we were told they'd check on it--only for them to disappear for 10-15 minutes with no follow-up. After spending over two hours there, many of us left hungry and frustrated. I understand places like this may rely on high turnover or tourist traffic, but customer service and basic food quality should still matter. If you're taking the time to read reviews before choosing where to eat, I'd strongly recommend looking elsewhere. And just to top it off--the ice cream was so frozen solid in its pre-staged cup that the spoon couldn't even break through it.

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    Great sushi place!!

    Tokyo Sushi - Polar bear handroll

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