Had to leave a review just for the sushi boat because WOW--it was so good. Such an awesome spot in Cincinnati. The sushi boat is an incredible value for the price and the amount of sushi you get. We split it between two people and barely finished it... we were absolutely stuffed (in the best way). The sushi was super fresh, and the selection was impressive--tons of specialty rolls and classic rolls to choose from, and every single one was a hit. So many great options, it's hard to pick a favorite. If you're looking for a sushi spot with fresh fish, generous portions, and great value, this is definitely the place to go. We'll absolutely be back read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Fantastic! Great service who is helpful with any questions (I had many). Sushi came out quick and tasted amazing. Started off with an appetizer of soft shell crab which tasted delicious and had a great sweet sauce with it. Red wine and sake were great. Sake tasted like a sweet white wine with a hint of fruit. If you ask for some they will come in a small bottle (cooking wine size) so be prepared. Overall, great ambiance, would 100% come again. read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - Crispy Crab Roll - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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A lot of variety in very commercial appearing district. We enjoyed the ramen and sushi. Service was attentive as well. We enjoyed the no.9 roll - has mango in it. The yakitori chicken was delicious as well. I tried the spicy miso ramen as well. The price point is reasonable too and portions are generous. read more

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I was craving Japanese food and honestly being from SoCal... I had no idea where to go in Cincinnati lol as far as.. Japanese rice bowl dishes. BUT I found Kozue and I am so glad I did! I wanted specifically a good unagi bowl and Kozue had it. It's a really nice establishment with actually affordable prices which is so hard to find nowadays! Anywho... We ordered so appetizers, a sushi roll, and two entrees. My husband ordered the chicken katsu and I the unagi. He enjoyed his chicken katsu.. although my recommendation is to make it a chicken katsudon! That would be even tastier! My unagi bowl hit the spot - it was a nice portion and everything was well done. Our toddler loved the chicken karage too! I will be definitely be coming back here fo shooo! read more

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Koze has been on my list to try since they opened. It's a cozy sushi restaurant in Montgomery. We got the chicken karage to start. I got the 3 sushi rolls with ginger salad. The sushi tasted fresh and I loved the variety or rolls. We got a philly, shrimp tempura, california, and pink lady roll. They were down a chef that night and still were able to get the food out in a timly manner. I would have tried more if I wasn't so full! read more

Okay, I was trying to wait until I actually dine in at Kozue to review it, but it's way past time now. I'm not ashamed to say that I Doordash here basically every week. Imo this is by far the best sushi I've had in Cincinnati (okay I haven't been to Roji yet, but I've been to Ando and Mei). Kozue is the only place around here that seasons their rice appropriately. It makes the biggest difference! The first time I ate here I thought, "this is exactly how I want everything." There's just nothing better for me than that! I love that they offer a 3 roll combo and that I can cover everything I want in that. My go to is simple, tuna roll, hamachi negi and eel roll. I've gotten it so many times now that I get rewards from Doordash... kinda embarrassing but not really because it's so good. I've also tried some other rolls, another one I get regularly is the vegetable roll. Very very fresh and refreshing. The flavors here are just spot on for me. I haven't really tried any of their super fusiony American rolls because I'm not really into that but I'm sure they're also very good. The other thing I want to highlight is their chicken lettuce wraps... yes seriously, I know that's weird and it's not even a Japanese food, but these are SO good. It's not just a gimmick!! I get multiple orders so that I can have more later. These are the best lettuce wraps I've ever had. The vegetables are perfectly brunoised and it makes such a huge difference. The sauce is amazing. I seriously love these, about as much as the sushi lol. I know, judge me, but if you've ever had these and liked them you should really try them here!! Also, they have vegetarian green gyoza which I can't find ANYWHERE else and this is the best vegetarian gyoza ever. It has edamame inside! Their miso soup is fabulous, lots of seaweed and small chunks of soft tofu. It looks really nice inside and I want to come check it out someday, but until then I'm going to be ordering takeout because I'm addicted. I just checked and today was my 10th order... yes, I have a problem! And I don't want to stop! Thanks for all of the delicious food! read more

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First time visitor. It was quiet at lunch time but I think that I arrived after the rush. Pleasant atmosphere, friendly folks, good meal (edamame, lunch sushi). Nice location in the downtown area (nearby parking). I'll be back next time to check out the ramen. Lots of nice choices on the menu. read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - Lunch sushi - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We've been here a couple of times and usually order the 3 Rolls Combo (any 3 classic rolls). This time we got 2 of the Kyoto rolls and 1 Fusion roll. We also ordered a Yummy Roll and it was true to its name! The seating area inside is quite small and usually pretty busy but we've been seated quickly as walk-ins each time. On this occasion, we were asked to move tables and perhaps because of that, we received a kani salad and seaweed salad on the house. read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - kani salad, seaweed salad - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Highlight: Chicken Karaage ($7.95), Wagyu Beef Skewers ($10.95), Sushi Deluxe ($27.95), Miso Soup Miso soup offered refreshing seaweed with a subtle taste and extra extra soft tofu. The wagyu beef skewers were juicy and lightly seasoned. Taste was good, but it was a bit tough to chew. Rice on the firm side for the sushi, but had a good amount of vinegar. I was expecting the sushi to be more decorated based on the photos online and my conversation with our server, but it turned out to be different from what I was hoping for. Hospitality: Went with a large group closer to closing time, so the service was understandably less attentive. Honorable Mention: Interior well decorated with bar and table seating. read more

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Not from Cincy but we've been to Kozue three times by now. Impressive restaurant and great service. The ingredients they use are just so fresh. The taste reflects the freshness. Definitely worth going and we will go again when we are in town. read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Listen, if you're not already obsessed--you're about to be. The sushi? Fresh. Everything else? Literally, trust the wait staff and just go with it! The aesthetic? Lowkey perfect for that "I didn't try but still look cute" dinner. I tried the a variety of dishes and they literally melted in my mouth. See photos Service? Sweet and chill. Ambiance? Modern, but still warm. Will I be back? That's not even a question. I'm already planning my next visit. Kozue, you officially have my heart (and my stomach). read more

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This place has amazing sushi at a good price point. The spicy girl roll has been my favorite so far. I have only been a couple times, but I am looking forward to dining here again. read more

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We had a delightful meal and dining experience at Kozue. We were here on a Friday just after Noon. The place was pretty empty when we arrived, but it was packed when we left. The five star reviews, including mine, are well deserved. Everyone staff member we encountered during our visit was top notch. Our server was especially nice and helpful. When she arrived at the table I mentioned it was someone's birthday (Mark's). She was super sweet and mentioned he'd get a free birthday dessert. We started off with Spicy Garlic Edamame. It was SO good! I wanted a jar of the sauce to take home. This dish was quite literally finger licking good! I ordered Sashimi Deluxe and Mark ordered Spicy Miso Ramen. I had a choice of salad or miso soup and opted for the soup. The miso soup was served very hot, which I appreciated. It was perfectly salty. There was not a ton of tofu or seaweed, but it was absolutely delicious. My sashimi arrived in a compartmentalized box. It was not especially beautiful, but it was functional. I found the sashimi extraordinarily pleasant. Every bite elicited yummy noises. The octopus was extra delicious. I was pleasantly surprised. I would absolutely order this again. Mark ate every drop of his ramen. He raved about it, not only while eating it, but later... including today, a day later. He ranked it near the top of the list of Ramen he's enjoyed. Considering we lived in the San Francisco Bay Area first seven years, this is high praise indeed. Mark was offered chocolate cake, cheesecake or mochi ice cream for his birthday dessert. He opted for chocolate cake. Great choice! There was plenty to share. It was rich, thick and chocolaty! Though it was decidedly not Japanese, it was thoroughly delicious. It's a little bit of a drive for us, but we will most definitely be back. read more

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Wonderful lunch experience! We sat on the patio and ordered a lot of sushi- mostly specialty rolls. It came out in a sushi boat for the table to share. Everything was delicious. The service was good and the restaurant, both inside and outside was very nicely decorated. Would definitely come back! read more

As an avid sushi enthusiast, I was over-the-moon when I heard there was a new sushi restaurant opening in Montgomery. After checking it out, I can tell you this is going to be the place to be this summer (& beyond). They have a lovely area outside where you can dine & enjoy the weather. There is some street parking available as well as a parking garage right next to the restaurant. The inside has lots of light wood decor which gives it a neutral yet modern vibe. The bathrooms are very clean & spacious single-stall restrooms, both of which provide a changing table. Our server was very smiley & attentive & offered help if we needed it with the menu. Let's talk about the food I ordered two special rolls - the spicy girl & the crazy ($13.95 each). When tell you I absolutely could not get enough of the crazy roll...man. Spicy tuna inside, spicy salmon on top, drizzled with spicy mayo & wasabi mayo sauce - it should be called the crazy delicious roll. It's had a satisfying melt-in-your-mouth feel to it. My husband stated he would have liked a little crunch somewhere, but I was perfectly satisfied. The spicy girl provided the perfect amount of heat & had some crunch to it as well. It had tempura salmon & avocado on the inside & was topped with spicy crab, eel, & spicy mayo. This roll was also extremely flavorful & delicious & nice to enjoy alongside the crazy roll. My husband had the spicy miso ramen ($13.95). He chose to forgo the bamboo, but the ramen was still packed full of delicious savory flavors which included stir minced pork & a tender soft-boiled egg for a hint of umami. The green onions gave it a bright punch & added a nice crunch to each bite. read more

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Besides the delicious food, interesting menu, and stellar service, we enjoyed our meal outside on their patio. For $18.00, I chose 3 rolls from their classics menu which included a generous sized bowl of miso soup ( could have chosen a salad). Our server was knowledgeable and made sure we were pleased with our meal! When I go back to Cincinnati, I already have plans to enjoy this restaurant again! read more

Been here twice now, both visits were enjoyable. Most recently I went for dinner on Labor Day, and there was only one server hustling to serve everyone. Even so we did not feel like it was taking too long. We sat on the patio that night and it was perfect. I don't think they have heaters, so not sure if the patio is open year round. There's a variety of apps, ramen, house rolls and specialty rolls to choose from. The roll I got was so fresh, and the rice was perfectly cooked. I paid about $50 for 2 courses plus a drink. Would return. read more

This was the first time going to Kozue and it was amazing! The food was delicious, the sushi freshly made and the ramen was hot and savory. The waiter was very attentive, gave some great recommendations on the dishes we should try and even had a nice conversation with my son who shared the same name as them. The place itself was clean and the decor was very layback. The lights were dim making it the perfect mood to have a big bowl of their Traditional Tonkotsu ramen. The price was right as we ended up ordering more food than we expected but the bill didn't hurt our wallet. If you are looking for authentic Japanese cuisine with a nice environment at a good price, this is the place to go! If you have a kaiju size appetite try their Tempura Udon and the Godzilla roll! It's monstrous and delicious! read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - Traditional Tonkotsu Ramen! - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Food was stupid good and now we know why the place was popping! Ramen, three rolls special, and by far one of the best teriyaki bbq salmon yet. read more

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I'm so thrilled to see some new restaurants in Montgomery. This restaurant is right next to BRU which is always busy. I tried the ramen this time and my husband did straight sushi. Next time we will come to try some of their specialty rolls. I had the shio ramen and it was tasty with al dente noodles. It was a bit salty as shio typically is, good flavor and it had one really good piece of scallop in the broth. The party next to me seemed to really enjoy their rolls so I will come back! read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - Shio broth ramen - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Our 3rd trip here is a short amount of time. Great food, again!! We had gyoza and chicken wraps as openers both were very good - gyoza would elevate to great. Then had squid tuna and salmon along with surf clam sashimi - all top notch and good size pieces. We rounded out the meal with 4 special rolls - rainbow, Naruto Godzilla and Crazy - Godzilla was my favorite but all were very good and served quickly. This is now our top sushi spot after having frequented many others for years. The owner here is a wonderful guy and has brought the best from his last spot to his new spot. Hoping he stays here a long while. read more

Great ambiance (beautiful interior), friendly and fast service and easy parking. I preferred the sushi vs the cooked dishes (good fish to rice ratio), but the croquettes were quite nice. Check it out! read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - Curry croquette (1/2 eaten) - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Super fresh sushi options. Nice menu. Lovely setting. Always surprised that it's not busier. We really like it.

The food the service, everything was great at our lunch today. We were a big group, but we had the best waitress! Her name is Gabby and we used to have her as a waitress when we went to Wild ginger. She's the absolute best and made our experience even better. The food was really fantastic. Can't wait to try it again. read more

Compared to other nearby locations the quality and taste isn't there. Had hopes but it all fell flat with sub par ingredients used in the ramen, sushi, and even the wasabi was fake. read more

Everything about this restaurant seemed modern, classy, friendly and authentic. This is part of the Montgomery Quarter Project, so the building is brand new, and there's a lot of parking in the two FREE parking garages nearby. The decor is clean, beautiful and modern -- the impression is that it's bright and roomy. The waitresses were very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. But it was the food here that was the star. The sushi was very fresh, and they have a lot of unique creations here -- my favorite was the New York roll, which I couldn't stop eating. I also got the salmon teriyaki, which was fresh and cooked well, and the chicken lettuce wraps. I will definitely be back for more, as this food is the real deal -- authentic, fresh, and creative. read more

It's always nice to have a craving for something new and exciting - then coming across a great restaurant that has only been open for two weeks! My experience began with a greeting from the hostess who was doubling for front of the house. Gabby was an amazing server - friendly and helpful, she made my lunch experience so much better! The dining area has a nice modern style and the ambiance is fairly mellow for a lunch crowd - I had walked in right after they opened for lunch - I started with the gyoza appetizer, which was very nice! The gyoza is easy to burn - a perfect combination of frying and steaming - it is difficult to find a Japanese restaurant that has an authentic "pot sticker" - I have to say Kozue got it right! I enjoyed the salad and miso soup. The salad had a tangy vinaigrette and the miso soup was really spot on! The appetizer round whetted my appetite for a nice sushi lunch! I ordered the Chirashi Sushi - the pieces of sashimi were fresh, generous and delicious! Not a typical Japanese presentation but, I am not complaining! This is definitely a come backer!! read more

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My husband and I went here for my birthday dinner and it was delicious! The service was great, and restaurant was super clean. The cowboy roll was incredible! Definitely will be back! read more

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The crew and food are top quality. The service and hospitality make the experience worthy of any event. The ambiance is bussin according to our son. Very welcoming for our family. read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - Pink lady and Cowboy coupled together. - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Went there the first time. Great, cozy space. We had the spicy tonkotsu ramen, fried soft shell crab, dragon rolls, and assortments of sashimi. We enjoyed everything except the spicy Tonkotsu. Though the ramen was cooked perfectly, we thought the broth wasn't as flavorful (kind of bland actually) compared to other ramen joints. We would be back to try other rolls for sure! read more

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We love Kozue. The food is great every single time, the staff is friendly and welcoming. I would say if you're coming with a very large group that seating inside is limited but they do have outdoor tables in the nicer weather. We have tried a lot of things on the menu and we haven't been disappointed. read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - Salmon Teriyaki - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Wonderful little place. Ramen and rolls were excellent. Service was fast and friendly.

Great menu, swanky interior, wonderful service! Food was delicious. Nice and busy for a Friday at lunch, but didn't have to wait.

I placed an online order and was very disappointed with my experience. When I arrived, the restaurant was not busy, yet my food was left sitting out, unbagged, until I asked for it. The staff member at the front, he did not seem attentive or concerned about customer service, and the overall quality of the food was underwhelming. Based on this visit, I cannot recommend this restaurant. read more

Excellent spider roll and the food was amazing. Service was quick and the server I had, Conor, was friendly. The presentation with the flower was a nice touch. Would definitely come back and recommend. read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - The spider roll was EXCELLENT! - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Most delicious! Just the right amount of spice! I had the spicy Thai rice meal. It was about a year ago. Still haunts me to this day!

Eating at this restaurant offered some unexpected delights. I'm quite picky about the quality of sushi, so I don't mind paying more as long as it's not that defrosted ice-chilled variety. The tuna at this place was delicious -- it was the fatty, fresh kind. There are plenty of sushi spots in Cincinnati, but to find such a small Japanese diner in Montgomery that could offer such a pleasant surprise was something special. Next time, I'll have the chance to try their ramen and fried rice. read more

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Great experience! Tried this place on a whim when looking for a Cincy sushi spot and really enjoyed the food/ambiance! Shrimp dumpling app was tasty and we got the 3 roll sushi combo (that came with complimentary ginger salad) which was fantastic! The ramen was really good too. We'll definitely be back! read more

Kozue Sushi & Ramen - Left to right: spicy tuna, spider roll, fried spicy salmon roll - Japanese Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Most excellent true japanese food! Udon my fav. Staff happy and helpful. Wonderful take on japanese decor.

New place in Montgomery Quarter. Small, well designed, quiet dining room. Very good service. Large menu with ramen, sushi, sashimi, yakitori and more. Tasty, fresh. Full bar. Free parking garage behind the restaurant. Has an outdoor dining area too but too cold to try. Most items, except the yakitori, reasonably priced. Too big a menu to try in one visit. The ramen dishes are excellent. read more