Wow - this was a truly excellent sushi option when we were in Jackson. Great special rolls and very…read morereasonable lunch specials that even included some rolls normally considered special elsewhere. Please serve tea in a pot for those who want it. Also, the bubbles in the bubble tea were WAY overcooked to the point of exploding. Please either cook them correctly or don't serve it at all. Skip the drinks and go for the sushi! It was delicious, very generous, beautifully presented and very fresh.

For years, I had come to Friendship Plaza, though I never took the chance to the go to Nagoya. I…read moregot the chance and I will say that the food perfectly represents the concept of friendship. Brand: 5/5 Nagoya is a Japanese restaurant located in Friendship Plaza in Howell Township. I do like the brush stroke of the logo, which shows well on the entrance sign and the leather-bound menu. Website: 3/5 I do like the first impressions that Nagoya's website gives you, with an image of the sushi and an option to select "Pick Up and Delivery," which leads you to their usage of the app MenuSifu. The gallery of images of the food do provide a glimpse into the establishment's cuisine. While a couple of the menu items had images, most of them did not. It should be noted that Nagoya has unusual time lapses in terms of when they are open or closed, which the Yelp description provides a better format for explaining it than the website does. Wait Time: 5/5 I experienced no delays or disruptions during the wait time. Ambiance: 5/5 This Japanese restaurant has the unique ambiance of having multicolored lights shown upon the glass walls, while the dimmed lights gave the interior a cool vibe. This includes the dark color of the tables and the seats, all of which felt comfortable. I can clearly see how this establishment would be used for celebrations. The well-spaced tables percolated throughout the large space. The music showcased Japanese Christmas songs throughout the establishment. Food: 4/5 I ordered the Alaskan Roll, which consists of salmon, cucumber, and avocado. The vegetables gave the special roll its sharp, distinct taste. Clearly, I can see how Alaska would have a major theme in the roll with the presence of salmon. The rice and the nori sheet did not stay, and the sushi rolls did fall apart, though I did think that the rice and the other ingredients had good texture. Service: 5/5 The staff managed to provide my order without any issues. Worth The Money?: 5/5 The Alaskan Roll perfectly represents the brand of Nagoya, as among its selection of unique sushi rolls. I personally suggest creating a more unique rolls, for I would be curious as to what they would taste like. Indeed, the website provides you with many other selections of Japanese cuisine. You can also expect to find your sushi roll well-tended despite the nori sheet and the wait time it took to make them. Throughout my meal, the ambiance greatly matched the experience. The service matched the food well, since the meal had the sushi roll, the wasabi, and the yellowtail available. Concerning the first impressions of Nagoya, I definitely did not expect the establishment to have the more upbeat ambiance compared to other Japanese restaurants I went to. I will say that it did give me a new experience, despite the website's presentation. As such, the ambiance never once tried my patience while awaiting my order. I can see how the staff managed to keep the establishment cared for. I will say that the Alaskan Roll and the experience overall managed to match the price and make it worth it. Rating: 5/5 Stars With an establishment like Nagoya, I see plenty of hope for improvement and it will continue to represent Friendship Plaza pleasantly. I would definitely consider Nagoya my second choice when searching for Japanese restaurants in the Howell Township area. Recommend To... Anyone wandering around the large Friendship Plaza if they go to the Shoprite there if they are looking to try Japanese cuisine.

They made this beautiful sushi cake, they will accommodate you on special request, they make you…read morefeel at home so friendly.

Service was great food was top notch and the ambience is very inviting will definitely return when…read moreever in town

Clean fresh fish rice was good.Service was fast. Restaurant is quiet and a little secluded. Little…read moreon the expensive side but take out is always running a deal. Pretty generic but done correctly and consistently.

Food is always good and super fresh, good size portions, and better than most in the pricing!read more

We had a great experience here. The food was absolutely delicious, and the hibachi show was fun,…read moreentertaining, and engaging to watch. I also really appreciated how attentive our waitress was to my gluten allergy. She was thoughtful, helpful, and made sure everything I received was safe, from the drinks and soup to the salad. Her attention to detail made me feel very comfortable dining here. Between the excellent food, great service, and entertaining atmosphere, we would definitely come back.

Amazing fresh hibachi always impressed here...super friendly staff lunch portions are huge and…read moreamazing jerry the manager is so warm and welcoming

I had the lobster roll, I have to say this is some of the best sushi I have ever had. It was fresh…read moreand just done right

Here in Farmingdale, you will find a sushi restaurant that provides a unique selection of menu…read moreitems. Brand: 5/5 I appreciate the vivacious logo of Ichi Sushi, for the bouncy letters invite the community to the sushi restaurant, and the artsy fish prepares you for what to expect. You will find the simplistic Japanese interior inside, from the paintings to the glass wood tables. I really like the leather-bound menus that the restaurant has. Website: 4/5 The website opens up to an option to order online, along with a gallery of photos of the menu items. While the website maintains a simple design, it does not specifically describe the menu items in the gallery. The menu items only had a few images in the Order Online section. Ambiance: 5/5 The pop music over the radio had the right amount of volume, soft enough to match the minimalistic appearance. The booths and tables had enough space between them despite being a medium-sized establishment. I am not sure if the lights being off are a normal occurrence, but I cannot say that it outweighed my experience with the ambiance. Service: 5/5 The staff was incredibly accommodating, asking if I needed anything else. Wait Time: 5/5 I did not experience any interruptions and the order came within a very short span of time. Food: 5/5 I ordered the Beauty Beast Roll, which consists of tuna, salmon, yellowtail, spicy mayo, avocado, tobiko, and scallion, with a side of wasabi. I will say that nobody makes a spicy sushi roll like Ichi Sushi. The huskiness of the avocado and the fish manage to give the roll a unique taste, while the tobiko, the mayonnaise, and the scallion manage to give it a tangy flavor, while the wasabi brings the zest. The preparation of the dish manages to match the form, since none of the roll slices fell apart, even as I lifted them with my chopsticks. Worth The Money?: 5/5 I have not had a sushi roll since I was 13, and I welcomed it back this time. Apparently, sushi rolls so unique they practically have their own personalities is a tale as old as time for sushi restaurants; and Ichi Sushi managed to succeed. So many unique sushi rolls exist well-worth the wait. I did knock off a star for the website not having enough photos of the menu items, since Americans typically do not familiarize themselves with Japanese cuisine, with the exception of sushi and teriyaki sauce. However, I do not think that it works against the overall experience, since there is always opportunity to try such vibrant dishes. Ichi Sushi thrives in its simplicity pertaining to the ambiance. It reflects the Japanese restaurant in many aspects. Despite the dimmed lights, the ambiance of the establishment during the wait did not feel tedious, especially since I was able to read what I was writing. The website only does so barely, but nothing substantial enough to really entice people to take an interest in Japanese cuisine. I would recommend doing something with the website, such as writing entries about unique Japanese word meanings and which Japanese meals are most popular during different time periods. I did pay up to $20 for the Beauty Beast sushi roll, though it was one of the more exclusive sushi rolls with unique selections known as the Special Raw Rolls. There are cheaper sushi rolls and Japanese courses available. Ultimately, I will say that Ichi Sushi is definitely worth it, and I would absolutely make it my first choice if I am in the mood for Japanese cuisine nearby. Another personal suggestion I have is to keep making new Special Raw Rolls. Rating: 5/5 Stars I am truly grateful to come to Ichi Sushi. Recommend To... Anyone looking to try Japanese cuisine with a unique New Jersey twist. There are options for cooked sushi, but if you would like the traditional sushi, then be my guest. I also recommend to anyone looking for a writing space that can entice you with a unique sushi roll at every time you go.

We went to Hiro Ramen on a Friday night around 8pm. There were two other tables occupied as well. I…read morespoke to the three workers behind the counter and one of them, the owner's daughter, told me she was drinking her own creation. I wanted to try it. It is passion fruit with pineapple slushie and for now she is calling it "Tropical Island". I tried it with boba. I also ordered the Vegetable Ramen with no mushrooms and gluten free noddles. My friends got the coconut shrimp and pork buns. One got a rice bowl and the other got ramen. We all liked our food a lot. It was the best ramen I had ever eaten. The broth seemed to be coconut milk and it has lots of veggies! I really enjoyed the tea as well. It is sweet but you can adjust the sweetness. So, I told Albee, the owner's daughter, that her creation was very tasty and she was happy! The most fun thing there is the robot that delivers the food to the table. I read another review that didn't like it and called it cold, but it was fun having the robot come over! I ended ip talking to the counter workers a lot anyway so I didn't feel any cold service there. I also enjoyed their cute songs on the wall. Overall this was a fun night here! We will definitely go back!

3.5 stars which is decent. Nothing was bad, but nothing was great either. We ordered a vegetable…read moreramen, seafood ramen and a seafood udon. They were all ok, but I had much better ramen at a ramen place near me. I think there are so many great reviews because there isn't any ramen spots in the area and people have nothing to compare it to. The tofu in the vegetable ramen tasted terrible. It was covered in a weird breading. The soups were good, but the ramen noodles weren't. The ramen noodles weren't springy and chewy enough. That's the reason why I can't give a higher rating. Overall I just thought it was ok.

Very diverse menu with a mix of hibachi, sushi and even Thai food! They also have a dedicated…read moresection for vegetarian rolls. I was feeling adventurous so I tried the dragon roll (a vegetarian option with mango and avocado) and the veggie pad Thai. The pad Thai was just ok... def wouldn't go out of my way to get it again. The sushi was great though, very intricate! My husband really loved his sashimi and sushi deluxe. Next time I will try a few different rolls, but overall very solid

Out of all the sushi and Japanese restaurants I've been to, this is a solid 2 star. I'm giving this…read more3 stars using just the other sushi restaurants in Monmouth County as a comparison. Rolls are the quality you'd get from any NY bodega / deli. Fish was not fresh. Rice was dry. The Japanese entrees were not any better. The batter on the tempura was very thick. The udon broth tasted like it came from a powder.

Let dive into it, when you first walk in, you can definitely tell it's more of a takeout, but…read morethat's OK. It gives a home settle field of just a quick getting a bite to eat. Now the garden salad super fresh dressing was super delicious For the shrimp tempura roll ... wow amazing. The crunch there . The tenderness also, delicious. I definitely put too much wasabi. lol. Not locking on any of the product or the freshness and well priced overall the sauce on it just great touch for the sauce better than half of the places I want that were more fancy. The avocado cucumber has that overall great texture together . First time here overall, I'm going to give it a 4.7

This place is a solid staple for me for sushi, soups, salads and appetizers etc. but I think this…read morewas the first time I got one of their hibachi dishes. I needed a comfort meal with the cold weather. I got the shrimp hibachi fried rice mushroom soup and Kani salad (always cold & tasty). This dish was so flavorful without being over salted for flavor. The medium size fresh shrimp were cooked to perfection and flavorful veggies were fresh as well. I save some rice and add that to my mushroom soup for a nice lunch the next day. Pics don't do this place justice. Just go.

absolutely incredible loved every single bite..knowledgeable staff..friendly welcomingread more

My family and I dined here Aug '24 for a friends birthday. I must say I am extremely impressed…read morewith Sumo! We were greeted multiple times by friendly staff while we waited for our party to arrive. The ambiance is very nice and comfortable. BYOB and I must say their ventilation system is amazing! I have an intolerance to hibachi due to oils, scents and eggs. I did not experience ANY issues dining here or afterwards. I told my wife we finally found a place we can go to! Now let's talk about the food - everyone loved their meals and I cannot say enough great things about the incredible sushi I had! Bravo folks! Thanks for a great meal - we shall see you soon!