Stopped by Okinawa Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse for a late lunch and decided to sit out on the…read morepatio.... such a great choice!! The outdoor seating was relaxed and perfect for enjoying the beautiful weather without feeling rushed. Service was friendly and attentive, even during that in-between lunch/dinner time. Our food came out fresh and well-prepared. We both ordered hibachi. Our server even offered us to go drinks which was a nice gesture. Overall, it was a laid-back, enjoyable experience. Definitely a solid spot for a casual lunch date or catching up with friends. I'd come back again for sure.

There was superb customer service from the beginning to end. We really enjoyed the patio area where…read morewe ate. There is hibachi style here but no open grill which was okay. The food was okay, I was really looking forward to the rice and veggies. Veggies were good but the rice had a bit to be of aftertaste perhaps from the grill. The portions were generous for the price.

Shiki is a place I have frequented often when staying in the nearby hotel. I have really liked…read moreeverything we have tried there. My go-to is usually the Shiki fish. I love the sauce that comes with it! I have also had a great yuzu margarita there, which I would recommend if you want a cocktail! My most recent order was the Super Crunch Roll. I got this to go, and I picked it based off of previous Yelp reviews. It was delicious but didn't necessarily blow me away, especially for it to be ~$17. It left me feeling hungry, whereas I usually feel quite full from a sushi roll. They have a lovely outdoor patio for whenever the weather is nice. They do allow you to bring your dog to sit with you! Service can be hit or miss at times, but overall, we have had great experiences. They have a HH 4-6 Thursday-Sunday, which is nice if you can make it then. It includes 1/2 price appetizers, $5 cocktails (marg, mojito, cucumber collins, and mule), beer, wine, and sake. I attached the menu for this. I believe the HH and lunch special pricing is only offered for dine-in.

Very clean, friendly, and a great happy hour menu…read more I had the pork and shrimp dumplings soup, AMAZING!!!

Stopped by Samurai Sushi in Vestavia for a Sunday lunch after church for Easter, and it was a…read morepretty relaxed experience. The restaurant wasn't crowded at all, which made for a quiet and easygoing meal. The sushi itself was just okay... nothing particularly memorable, but it satisfied the craving. Service was smooth and timely, likely helped by the lighter crowd. Overall, a decent spot if you're looking for a low-key lunch without the wait, but the food didn't quite stand out compared to other sushi spots in the area

Where do I begin? I…read morehave lived in the Birmingham Metro area the majority of my life and love trying new places, so when my son spotted this place on a shopping trip to Publix and asked if we could go try it out I said yes (if he was a well-behaved boy at school lol). Luckily for us, he was today. It's location being over the parking deck is probably why I didn't notice it and I was nervous about how accessible it would be however there were two solid ways to get there either from the street or parking deck so that proved to be no issue at all. It has both indoor and outdoor seating with cute decor all over the inside. I've never been to Japan but one could imagine this gave its all to emulate the feel of a cool Japanese city restaurant. There's a cocktail bar on the right, sushi bar to the left, and good seating in the middle. Maybe large parties would be hard to seat upon reflection but I'm sure it's doable. The menus we received were EXTENSIVE. So many sushi and nigiri options were available it was almost overwhelming but they also gave us a paper selection for sushi that went into detail of the chef specials. But don't worry, they had other options including various soups, salads, appetizers (we got the spring rolls, YUM. My son devoured them), and hibachi style dishes. We decided to get the Udon with shrimp and veggies, Osaka roll, and Vestavia roll. Genuinely, you can taste the love and care. My son actually closed his eyes and sighed when he dived into the noodles dish and was enamored with the Vestavia roll (did I mention he's six?? Seriously, that reaction from a six year old means they're doing something right!). I also was beyond impressed with the flavors of it all. I wish I was more hungry so I could get more. Lastly, I want to touch on service. I, myself, am a bartender so service is a big thing for me. I have high expectations because I know how the job should be done. When I tell you these lovely people know how to make you feel at home, goodness. Every customer that came in was warmly greeted and if they were a regular it was like they were coming home. The lovely lady at the front (I want to say was maybe the manager?) was all smiles and running around helping and talking with staff and guests alike. She stopped by our table and chatted with my son and told us she was happy they had "new family members" (LOVE). Our server was phenomenal, even seeing my son was struggling with his chopsticks so he rigged up a pair to be more kid friendly which was great. We were sat facing the sushi bar so we were watching how much care and effort they were putting into each plate. It was a sight to see. This place clearly cares about its patrons from the moment they come in til the moment they leave. The love they put into every dish and interaction should be something you get everywhere. They've set a high bar and I'm happy we got to experience it. I cannot wait to go back. I'm already plotting what I'll try next!

I've just unlocked a new go-to sushi spot! Jinsei left us impressed and happily full…read more To start our dinner, we ordered the Honey Sriracha Brussel Sprouts and the Kadoma Tuna. I have a hard time refusing any brussel sprout dish when dining out, and this one did not disappoint! The Brussels were perfectly crispy and had a perfect sweet & spicy flavor. The Kadoma Tuna is a circular, crispy rice cake, topped with spicy tuna and avocado. I love trying rice cake dishes whenever I see them. This one was more rice-heavy, but it's still packed with flavor. We then ordered the Beef Wrapped Asparagus, along with the Bangkok Sushi Roll and the Suteki Roll. My favorite was the Bangkok Roll, which was topped with matchstick potatoes. The Suteki Roll was super unique, filled with sliced apple, cream cheese, avocado, and salmon. The Beef Wrapped Asparagus was a good addition, but I'm most impressed with the rolls we ordered. The menu is unique and comprehensive. There's detail put into every dish! With more dishes left to try on the menu, I imagine I'll be back shortly!

Overpriced mediocrity…read more First off, the restaurant is more of a sports bar sushi place. Which doesn't really work. The inside was extremely dark, and very loud. There was clearly an overstaffing of servers. There were about 6 or 7 servers for about 4 takes that were in there. Meanwhile the sushi makers were trying their hardest to push out the rolls. And the single bartender was overwhelmed. The sushi was pricey (18-20$ for 6-8 pieces) and EXTREMELY underwhelming. Didn't seem like high quality fish or anything special. Could get similar quality for much cheaper elsewhere. My favorite sushi place that is about the same price point is Bamboo on 2nd. I've been going there for years and never had a bad experience. They have much higher quality sushi, better service, and food in general. (No I'm not affiliated with them)

Love this place! The weather was perfect and got to sit outside for dinner time. Service was great,…read moreeven when they were busy. All servers made sure drinks were filled and each table had what they needed. Food is always great but I did try something new and everything was excellent. The batter on the green beans were so crunchy and perfectly salted! I dipped mine in soy sauce but it also comes with a pretty tasty and mild sauce. My cocktail was so light and refreshing! Not sweet and very nice sake! Highly recommend! The bulgogi was good as well! I'm not a huge fan of kimchi but this was good! Lots of jasmine rice and carrots! Only critique for the entree would be to add a little more flavor. Maybe a tempura crunch, or a roasted nut, or each some green onion to give an added flavor. I did add soy sauce on it and it was pretty good! No complaints and a happy belly here! Great atmosphere for date or family night. People there eating with family but also celebrating birthdays together.

Beautiful atmosphere and nice second-story outdoor seating. Service was fast and attentive. The…read moretempura green beans were just ok. Not the most flavorful. Could do with some seasoning. The Nepalese lamb curry was just good. Not huge but not small portion. The flavor was decent, but it was lacking in complexity. Something about it fell flat. Overall, I'd expect better flavor for the price.

We had Alabama roll, pink lady roll, sumo roll, and 3 others I couldn't remember. Sumo was good,…read morepink lady was good too. The rest of the rolls were not good though. Ramen was real bad, calamari was ok, fried soft shell crab was good. Hibachi was salty but pretty good. Bottom line, I came for the sushi, and it mostly disappointed, but I wouldn't be opposed to trying again maybe I caught them on an off day or something.

Visited here after watching some influencers, and was excited to try it. First I must say upon…read morestepping in the door we were hit with a terrible smell. Influencers didn't mention this. Not exactly sure if we even wanted to stay because we both smelled it. Asked about it and was told it was the fresh fish, fresh sushi. The sushi is right at the door as soon as you walk in. What we ate: hibachi bowl, seaweed salad, calamari and a couple of other dishes. *Con: the smell when we walked in was a turnoff but other guest assured us it was ok they loved it there. Sushi was cut too large and was just dry...only tried one kind and just 2 pieces of it *Pros: hibachi was really good Waitstaff nice & efficient. Prices- very reasonable/ compettitive Would I go again...maybe once more Would I suggest it- No I really wouldnt

Truly enjoyed my experience here. Happy hour had good prices for drinks and food. The server was…read moregood and the ambiance is nice. I will be back!

Quick service & fresh sushi with unique roll options at reasonable prices…read more The shrimp & pork dumpling soup was so good that we ordered a 2nd one with the broth only. The edamame was ok--needed more sea salt. We ordered the WTF roll which was good but we found it had too much on it so we liked it better eating it a bit deconstructed.

Wow what a treat! Some of the best sushi I've had in this…read moretown- Forgot I was in Birmingham for a minute.

We were in the city for a convention and decided to try this place for dinner based on the positive…read morereviews. The hostess who seated us was very friendly and welcoming. But our waitress was the complete opposite. From the moment she approached our table, her attitude was cold, annoyed, and visibly uninterested. No smiles, no greeting, and no basic courtesy. I'm not expecting over the top service but basic politeness is a reasonable expectation in hospitality. No customer should be made to feel like an inconvenience. The food itself was average at best and not worth the price point. Definitely won't be back.

My first time visiting Birmingham on a work trip, I decided to stop here. The customer service was…read moretop tier. I chose the make your own bowl. I chose my items and it turned out perfectly! Best hibachi food I've had, ever! The whole feel of the restaurant is pretty cool a laid back ambiance and just an overall great place to eat. I give it a 10/10!

I was invited to have dinner at this restaurant and really didn't know what to expect. Boy o boy…read morewas I surprised! First, the waiter had to explain to me how to order and then the process was interesting. Hibachi and sushi fusion is how I would describe the menu. Let me tell you...this food bowl was so very good. You not only choose your meats, seafood, and/or starch, but your seasonings and sauces as well. I think choosing your seasonings and sauces is the game changer. I'm not a meat eater, but they also offer a vegan menu. Great place for a date, girls night or a family dinner. They also have a bar and offer drink specials. The service was good, the place is clean and the vibe is friendly.

10 stars! The location was super convenient with plenty of parking, and there was no wait -- I…read morewalked right in to warm and friendly staff. The Hawaiian theme matched the food perfectly and created a fun vibe. The food was amazing; I ordered the grilled chicken bowl, and the sweet‑and‑salty flavor was the perfect mix. Highly recommend!

Just great. Fresh. Reliably delicious. Can't go wrong. Like this location. It's cute and convenient.read more