Don't let the strip mall fool you. Yoshi is hiding some of the best, most upscale sushi in the…read morecity! TL;DR: Upscale food in a low-key area. We spent $230 (w/ tip) and it was worth every penny. Probably the best Japanese restaurant in the city. We passed by this place multiple times on our way elsewhere. We're Mario fans, so the name Yoshi caught our eye, but the cramped strip mall exterior doesn't exactly scream culinary dream. We decided to take a chance, and let me just say--wow. It's an intimate space with just a few tables and an 8-10 seat sushi bar. We didn't have reservations (make one, they fill up fast) but managed to snag seats at the bar. The service immediately stood out. We had better attention here than at some upscale steakhouses--glasses never went empty, and their menu suggestions were spot on. One minor heads-up: at the sushi bar, staff sometimes walk behind you to talk to the chefs, which can be a bit distracting. For starters, we grabbed the gyoza and asked for a standout small plate. They pointed us to the beef tongue. It arrived hot with shredded onions and spicy mustard, delivering a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth tenderness with a deep, beefy richness. The gyoza was equally flawless. Instead of the overly chewy or burnt wrappers you find at most spots, these had a delicate, golden-brown sear with an intensely savory, garlicky umami filling. We paired this with Sayuri sake, a creamy, unfiltered pour that perfectly balanced sweetness with a dry, clean finish. Since we love nigiri, we ordered a spread: tuna, salmon, smoked salmon, sweet shrimp, and Japanese scallop, plus a salmon/avocado roll. The cuts were impeccably sourced and practically dissolved on the tongue. You rarely find this level of consistency. Just a heads up--they prepare it the traditional way, meaning there is a dab of wasabi tucked directly under the fish. We also tried the Wagyu A-5 roll. It's about as "meat and potatoes" as a roll can get: steak, carrots, asparagus, and rice. The seared Wagyu fat melted instantly, creating a decadent, buttery glaze over the crisp vegetables. It's one of those rare foods that genuinely forces you to pause after each bite. At $40, it was 100% worth it. I can't say enough about this experience. Next time, we're leveling up to the fatty tuna and Wagyu experience on their special menu. That's the exact culinary peak we've been looking for, and incredibly, it's tucked inside a suburban strip mall. Absolutely brilliant.

So the sushi was very tasty, there was an issue with my meal but they corrected it and apologized…read morefor the issue. The staff was all very friendly and helpful and attentive. They have lots of parking and the vibe is very nice. Perfect for a date night or ladies night. They have lots of seating and bar seating too. I think overall this place is really good

Honestly one of my favorite spots to grab hibachi in the Columbus area…read more I never have to make a reservation or wait when I come here, as soon as I step in they always seat me and my family! The food is always tasty and timely. Service is always fine and the place is casual!

Was recommended House of Japan by some friends for good hibachi and made a reservation for a Friday…read morenight. The reservation was for 6pm, we showed up around 5:50 and were sat right away but waited until about 6:20 to order and begin getting soups/salads. Personally I love the mushroom soup and ginger salad, it is SALTY (which I love) but may be too much for others. As for the hibachi part, the cook does a fun show with all the staples - big fire, onion volcano, tossed rice in our mouths! He was very nice and we had a fun time! I ordered the strip and shrimp with fried rice and asked for the strip medium. The portions were HUGE and the food just kept coming. Fried rice, veggies, and shrimp were very yummy but also very salty (no complaints from me!). The strip was definitely more on the rare side which is not my preference but there was so much food it wasn't a huge deal. I had also ordered a tea with my meal and the servers were very attentive with the tea and water giving plenty of refills. For two people, including drinks, we thought the total price was pretty decent for a night out! Overall it was good service, good food, and a fun night! They do use TONS of butter and soy sauce so be cautious if you have a sensitive stomach but I would recommend for a fun dinner night spot!

I've seen this before but passed on it, mainly because I am not big on malls or mall food courts…read more But, today I was at the mall for something else and needed something quick yet good to take to work. Other people praise the sushi burrito so I got that. They make it right there in front of you, and you can choose the sushi (or beef.) I got tuna, and it was actually very fresh, buttery, with a nice flavor. And, that plus rice and your choice of veggies forms up into a hefty, tasty burrito. I also got an Ohio roll, crab and cream cheese, etc., which they have prepackaged along with other things that look like the sushi you could get it a grocery store. It was also pretty good, and, surprisingly, reasonably priced. And a beef bowl, again made in front of you, with whatever sauce and veggies you want. Again, tasty, filling, possibly even healthy. Don't worry, I didn't eat it all at once. I had a little before work, and then the rest for lunch and breaks at work. Good quality, good flavor, decent prices, friendly service, and convenient. And even maybe fairly healthy. I'm sold.

I bought two rolls and they were no where near as fresh or good quality as the other reviews lead…read moreyou to believe. The smoked salmon pieces were very suspicious. They were not a consistent bright pink, looked like the salmon was old. The imitation crab on the Ohio roll was very low quality and did not taste good. I'd rather drive to an actual sushi restaurant. The service was good, I think that's the only thing they have going for them.

First and last time eating here, I found a hair in my food!!! I'm gonna let them know about it…read more Hope this doesn't happen to anyone else.

Just in my opinion, this is one of the best food in the mall. The chicken and rice is so delicious…read more I lretty much come Herr every time we go into the mall because I never have a bad experience. After writing this, I wanna go back for another round of their teriyaki chicke.

Had a reservation for 3 people at 7pm. Was told we should be…read moreseated at 7:15. Still waiting for a table at 7:30. No manager there on a busy Saturday night. I understand waiting a little bit but this is pretty poor management.

Good food, AMAZING service. Everyone here was so friendly…read moreand helpful. Person who greeted and sat us was welcoming and kind. The servers were incredibly attentive to any needs and had delightful attitudes. The chef was entertaining and enthusiastic and did a great job cooking the food. They served noodles instead of bean sprouts and honestly I liked having the noodles in replacement. Wasn't a huge fan of the soup/salad but that wasn't a deal breaker for me. Got shrimp and fried rice. Partner got steak. Both were cooked well and were tasty. Front of house/hibachi table were clean, which can be hard when you have smoke rolling around like crazy. Would definitely go back.

Loved the food and service at Meshikou. Tried some appetizers, soju, and both curry dishes (broth…read moreand brothless). The flavor was spot on, and the dish portions were large and filling. I enjoyed sitting at the bar and watching the kitchen staff do their thing. Will be returning to try some other menu items in the future.

This was my go to ramen place in columbus ohio. Food was quick and the chicken karaage was good and…read moreit had the best black garlic tonkatsu ever.

Great selection of ramen. We stop here every time we're in Columbus. Love the selection of sides…read moreand gyoza as well. Yum!!

I got the eel mini rice which was okay. The eel was good. The price was overpriced. If u want…read moresomeone fast and casual, this is a good place to come

Incredible service here from the minute we arrived. We were greeted so warmly. Server immediately…read morebrought over water and included a kids cup for our toddler. Food was delicious. Our 3 year old loved his chicken teriyaki (even brought over early without us having to request!). Sushi was incredible. Fresh, authentic, priced fairly. And delicious. We loved walking around outside after too!

Beautiful restaurant, located in a very Asian shopping venue…read more Service was very good, and the sushi was top notch. We'll definitely be back to explore some more of this (and the other surrounding shops/restaurants) Thanks to Steve Hofstetter, World Famous comedian, for the recommendation. I hope to see his photo on the wall next time we visit. :)

Just in town and wanted to try something nice for the birthday. Wife took me out to try Sushi DOT…read morecom. Did not disappoint to say the very least. Hailey/Hayley/Haylee was extremely accommodating with the exception of not taking my card for payment but that's beside the point. She made it her mission to make sure we left happy and full. The food was quite enjoyable and agreeable with one caveat - if you're looking to order hand rolls, make sure you communicate with your server that you want an actual handroll.

I ordered a sushi deluxe with mizu soup and an order of mackerel. Soup was hot and delicious. Sushi…read morewas excellent. Waiter connected because we both love mackerel. Restaurant was quiet and enjoyable. Highly recommend.

I popped in here Sunday night for dinner after feeling a little under the weather and needing some…read moresoup to help get me by. And who doesn't believe a cocktail will help burn the germs out of you? I know I do! The place was relatively quiet (it was like 8pm on a Sunday) so I was able to get seated immediately and my server was active and friendly all evening. After looking at the menu proudly showcasing all the Japanese spirits, I found the cocktail menu disappointingly Caribbean/tiki heavy (which I don't ordinarily mind being a rum drinker, but some drinks to match the cuisine or at least use those Japanese whiskeys and things more would have been amazing!). I opted for a New Fashioned cocktail to try and sample some of said spirit. While not bad, I found it pretty orange-y (who puts all those orange chunks into such a beverage?) and the spirit to be pretty mild in flavor (I'd like to think my taste buds weren't affected by my sickness). For dinner, I went for the miso ramen with pork chashu. Having not had proper ramen too many times in my life (those $.99 packets from the grocery store do NOT count), I've got relatively little to compare my experience to here. However, I will resoundingly say I was very happy with the food. The pork could be picked up and apart with chop sticks easily enough and was melt-in-your-mouth amazing. The noodles and the flavors were just all sooooo good. I'm not a big mushroom fan at all, but I was happy to find they were cut razor thin and actually highly enjoyable. All in all, the drink menu needs an overhaul. Why have all those great Japanese spirits and then do a 180 with the cocktail menu? Makes no sense! Almost makes me want to bump down to 4 stars... but man, the food is just too good.

There's plenty of parking in the lot and a decent amount of seating inside. The decorations are…read morecool, it's lively, and it's a welcoming space. We got a couple appetizers to try and a couple ramen dishes to try. The Karaage was okay, the breading wasn't special and the flavor of the nuggets and sauce were a bit underwhelming. The gyoza was disappointing and lacked flavor. The TanTan Mazemen was good but it could have used some extra toppings to help the dish, such as corn, mushrooms, or something to balance the savory flavor. The sauce was pretty good but the ratio to ramen noodles was way too much sauce. We asked for an extra bowl of plain noodles but got a bowl of noodles and sauce. The Spicy Miso was pretty good and flavorful, it had decent toppings and spice. It was a solid basic miso broth and pretty good. Overall, the food was good but there was something missing from each dish and it was a bit pricey for the individual dishes. Staff was nice but seemed somewhat rushed when we were trying to order and throughout our meal. Overall, they were very attentive and would clean off our table every time they stopped by. We felt like we had to finish our dish because they wanted to grab the empty dish. Overall, it was a decent experience. I was a bit disappointed in the food but would try other dishes if I'm in the area. Staff was nice and service was good!