A dining experience on par with the Michelin starred restaurants I've been to. A dining experience…read moreunlike anything in Atlanta. Can't wait to go back. The manager, Katy, will meet you outside the restaurant and know your name before you even have a chance to speak it. If you're arriving early or waiting for some of your party, you'll be seated at the cocktail bar to wait and drink. In our case, we were brought right to our seats. We were offered a drink pairing and some additions to the tasting menu for the night. My partner and I both opted for cocktails and saké, but I hope to do the drink pairing next time. Their sommelier was able to answer any questions we had about drinks, and her recommendations were spot on. We also ordered their caviar dish, which was excellent and I'd recommend - although it did seem a little misplaced as a French-style dish on an otherwise Japanese-style menu. The zensai (appetizers) offered before the nigiri tasting started were all excellent in their own ways. You're able to converse with the chefs as they work in front of you throughout the entire tasting. We were offered 10 courses of nigiri as part of the tasting, with some options for off-menu pieces that we opted for as well. The dessert was excellent and paired with some green tea before the meal came to a close. We were given copies of our menu for the night, incense, and because we went to celebrate around my birthday, I was given a card signed by the staff. Expect to pay between $300-$500 a person depending on pairings or extras. A price I was happy to pay given the level of service and food. I've paid more for meals I was less happy with. Can't wait to go back!

We had a great chef, really enjoyed watching him prep and make our dishes, highly skilled…read more For the price I somewhat expected all three of the starting dishes to have seafood in it but one was just fried eggplant and mushroom which another was half mushroom and roe (but it tasted good). Also i wish the fish for the nigiri was sliced thicker. They were thin pieces so it was difficult to be able taste the good quality of the different fish varieties. Also most of the nigiri was seasoned with similar tastes of soy sauce and wasabi but I wish there were more unique flavors or ingredients incorporated. Lastly the music may have been a little loud at times, for such a pretty restaurant I would have expected more calming music but I enjoyed the lively vibes and felt this place was more relaxed which is nice.

TLDR: 16 courses of very fresh fish for $78. Some were better than others with the uni wagyu,…read moreotoro, and akami as the stand outs for me. Comparable to mid tier omakase in NYC, but more courses. Definitely worth the price, will come again, 10/10 for value, 8/10 taste wise. Came here for a date with my wife after a recommendation from some friends. Make sure to place a reservation on Resy ahead of time. The decor and vibe inside is pretty intimate with dim lighting, but you are only separated from other omakase tables by a curtain so there is some noise overlap. Our chefs were gracious to answer my questions, although I do wish they had explained the dishes more while presenting them. Many of them had toppings that I had to ask about. The sushi itself was a bit on the smaller side but that's understandable for 16 courses and the price. Sometimes I did feel like the nigiri was not compact enough and the fish was not sticking to the rice (could be my own skill issue). Every bite of fish was fresh, no fishy taste at all. Here's a breakdown of each bite I had. Salmon sashimi: very firm with nice bite. Almost like smoked salmon. Rice crisps add nice texture. Pretty fatty. 8/10 Ika: squid, I love squid. Firm texture with fatty chew. Rice almost too warm? Little grainy for this round. Slight smoky flavor from the blow torch 7.5 Hamachi yellowtail: very clean taste. Slight sinew, but overall excellent. 8.6 Hotate Scallop: texture of scallop was excellent. Melts on your tongue and sweet. Bit too much wasabi though, slightly overpowering. Could've been a 9, is an 8 Hirame Fluke: had lime zest on top which was nice. Pretty soft, slight sinew. Felt like it needed more flavor, not my favorite 6.8 Shima Aji striped jack: I love the texture of striped jack, both firm and tender. Was pretty fatty as well. 8.3 Ikura salmon roe: first time I've had it with yuzu peel on top. Adds nice sweetness and citrus flavor to the more briny flavor of the ikura. The ikura was fairly fresh tasting, but there was a bitter aftertaste. First bite: 8, full plate 7/10 Kanpachi amberjack: fish itself was super fatty, tasted very fresh. I think the amount of ginger scallion sauce on mine was a bit overpowering and took away from the fish itself. 7.9/10 Miso black cod(?): very well cooked, nice and sweet glaze. The crisps on top added good texture and sweetness as well. 8.1/10 Akami lean tuna with pickled wasabi root: this one was basically all you can ask for from Akami. No fishy taste at all, super clean. Very tender, no sinew. 9 Madai sea bream: blowtorches and topped with some kind of garlic chili crisp. Pretty tasty, nothing special. 7.9/10 OToro with caviar: most of it melts in your mouth but sadly mine had some sinew I had to chew through. Otherwise a perfect bite, no fishiness at all. Caviar added some salt and texture but otherwise I couldn't not discern a taste. 8.5 A5 Wagyu and uni: as someone who usually does not like uni, this was fantastic. The uni was very sweet and creamy, and the Wagyu tasted fantastic. Flavors mix surprisingly well. My Wagyu was a little sinewy instead of just melting in mouth, but the flavor was really good. 8.9 Kani blue crab: has yuzu for sure. I think this has mayo? Something is a little too rich without enough to balance it. Crab flavor could be stronger. 6/10 Unagi: standard unagi, maybe a bit salty. Nice sweetnesss too. 7.5 Green tea mochi ice cream with strawberry: tastes like the green tea mochi you get from Asian supermarkets. More bittersweet compared to matcha flavored stuff. I'm very partial towards this flavor cause I had it growing up a lot. Strawberry was not very sweet lol. 7.5 Will definitely come again!

Exceptional dining experience overall! Opted for the 16 course omakase ($78)…read more Pros: * I like that the reservation process is very quick and easy to navigate. * The service was amazing; they were quick to refill waters and take away dishes. * The entire dining experience is about 1 hour so you can easily plan the rest of your day. * Selection of fish is great and love the different toppings they pair with the fish * The price cannot be beat! Such a good deal for the quality and service. I was also very impressed by the customer service. At the end of our meal, I had noted that we only received 15/16 courses. This was because I happened to be documenting each bite and when I raised it to the servers, after investigating, they were very kind to offer us the last course. They brought us back to the dining room and even gave us an additional piece for the mishap. Was very grateful for the kindness and service. I will be back again!

Talk about delicious. This place can do no wrong in my book…read more From the drinks to the apps, nigiri, rolls, and other entrees, everything is so fresh and delicious. Service was solid, and my favorite cocktail so far is the Black Lava. I will swear by (not just vouch for) the truffle salmon appetizer, and my favorite hot option is the baked lobster tempura. Gotta keep it real for a moment...bringing a large group there can be a tad more complicated, so plan accordingly. I would recommend it more for intimate occasions and gatherings. That said, there are plenty of paid lots surrounding the restaurant if you can't find street parking, so at least that part is easy! I loved my experience, and I can't wait to return.

I've heard so many great things about MF Sushi, so I was excited to try it. My partner and I…read moreordered a lot of stuff. We went all out! The ambiance of the restaurant is very aesthetic. Our server was helpful with their recommendations and was attentive the entire time we were there. To start off with the appetizers, the fried tempura appetizers were just okay. The star of the show was definitely the truffle aioli fresh salmon appetizer! The flavors paired so nicely with the fresh salmon cuts. What's keeping me from giving them 5 stars is, despite having a great time and experience, I didn't truly enjoy the rolls as much even though they were good. There were a few unique rolls, but when it came to flavor profiles and uniqueness, it lacked a lot. The appetizers and the sashimi fish are what did a lot of the heavy work, in my opinion. I would still recommend this place to all raw seafood lovers.

Adorable little place tucked away in a busy shopping center at the corner of Clairmont and N…read more Decatur. I only tried the cold noodles which come w/cucumbers and picked radishes but would definitely go back to try other dishes.

Tenya Japanese Eatery is one of those hidden gems you'd easily miss if you weren't looking for it…read more Located on N. Decatur Rd. at a very busy intersection, it sits tucked into a tiny shopping center, blink and you will drive right past it. Parking is limited, and you can immediately tell the small lot fills up fast, especially during peak hours. I stumbled upon Tenya while in town on a Tuesday, scrolling Yelp in search of a solid lunch spot, and I'm glad I did. This is a family-owned Japanese eatery that specializes in comfort food, and according to their website, everything is made from scratch, which absolutely shows in the quality. I placed my order online and picked it up with ease. I ordered the Shrimp Saku Saku appetizer along with a fresh garden Tenya salad. The shrimp were excellent, perfectly crispy with a flavorful panko coating that didn't feel heavy or greasy. The salad was impressively fresh and came with their house-made ginger dressing, which paired beautifully with the crisp greens and added just the right balance of sweetness and tang. Inside, the restaurant is quaint and cozy, with a decent amount of seating for its size. The customer service was warm and welcoming; the lady at the counter greeted me kindly and had my order ready shortly after I arrived, making the pickup process smooth and pleasant. A nice bonus is the selection of packaged Japanese snacks and drinks available at the counter, always a fun touch and something you don't see everywhere. Next time, I plan to dine in and explore more of the menu, along with sampling some of those snacks and drinks. Tenya is a great example of simple, thoughtfully prepared food done right. I'll definitely be back.

Hands down one of my favorite restaurants!!…read more Super unique selections like deep fried tomato as the sushi wrap to more traditional options like California rolls. You can also order individual hand rolls to your liking! They offer an incredible lunch selection with great prices and even better portions. The staff is pretty small so you see a lot of familiar faces that remember you and your favorites as well. Love love love it here and can't recommend it enough!

RuSan's is always a great, reliable place to get a good meal. I enjoy exploring different…read morerestaurants and cuisines, and equally find it necessary to have a few go to places. Rusan's is one of those places. I have been several times, and writing this review to share new additions to their menu offerings. Karen at this location shared the addition of alcoholic beverages to the menu. The rollout was not fully completed when I visited, but they were a few things offered. The upcoming lineup included several unique concoctions that I look forward to having with future meals. Selected dinner options included, Ru San seafood nachos, an avocado/tuna maki, and House fried rice. Paired with a margarita alcoholic beverage. The nachos must include the Ru San name as the style was different from any other type of nachos previously eaten. They were individual large sized nacho chips with avocado, shrimp and tuna and accompanied with a sauce. The taste was delicious and noticed that many people ordered. Portion size was large enough to share. The sushi roll tuna was tender and perfect with the avocado - obviously I cannot get enough avocados! Was extremely pleased to learn fresh fish arrived daily and was a point of pride for Ru San. Karen always provides the best service! She assisted Alan, our fairly new waiter, by checking on us consistently as she did with her assigned tables inside and in patio seating area. Service was excellent by both individuals and look forward to my next visit.

Before getting started on this review, I want to preface that my score is based with the full…read moreunderstanding that this isn't authentic Thai cuisine by any means. My score would be lower if that was the case. I've tried this restaurant a few times for lunch, and I've enjoyed it each time. They're always accommodating for about groups of 8 without a reservation for the most part, and the staff has always been really kind and patient. I've tried some of the raw fish items here, and they've tasted surprisingly fresh although I've definitely had better elsewhere (still pretty good for the price!). Recently, I tried their Thai Style Spicy Basil dish for the first time. It definitely could've been spicier, but it's probably made on the milder side for those that may not be able to handle their spice because this dish is typically spicy (I've made it in Thailand myself). I wish that some of the hot dishes could have more spices/ingredients added to have more of the explosion of flavor I'm used to from Thai dishes, but it's still fairly tasty.

Best sushi I've ever had! The green curry with tofu was incredible, and my cocktail was as classy…read moreas it gets. The atmosphere perfectly blends Asian and Southern charm. Definitely coming back next time I'm in Atlanta!

Small restaurant with big flavors. I enjoyed Wagaya again this week and it was a hit. Parking can…read morebe a struggle, but look at their website as there are multiple lots which can be used. The easiest if it's not full is directly behind the store. While the entered behind has a couple ramps, there is still a small flight of stairs and this place is not ADA accessible for those wanting to visit. I enjoyed a delicious bowl of ramen on this visit and a little California roll. Everything was fresh and tasty. The egg in my ramen was perfectly jammy, which is my favorite part and the ramen itself is simple. Service is super friendly and attentive. I love that the menu has multiple options to include specialty sushi rolls, rice, noodles, and many appetizers, in addition to the ramen. Fun fact: They have an awesome little grocery store behind the restaurant.

Was at Emory for a two week conference and a fellow attendee recommended this place. I had a nice…read morequick lunch with solid shrimp tempura and a decent Tonkatsu ramen. This place could be a five but I only went once so a 4 from me.

As expected at this price point, every course was well thought out and unique and decadent…read more We got the 8 course ($165/pp) and tbh it was a little too much food but everything was so good anyway! Zensai course was 3 bite app with scallop with caviar, korrokke & wagyu taco. The korrokke was creamy and bursting with flavor - loved it! My fav was the taco, it was both decadent and didn't feel heavy but it was delicious! I loved the spinalis course especially the winter melon puree - it was such an unexpected flavor combo and just a little tang. The ribeye course was aka meat butter haha and ofc it was good but I need to take a walk after that Sashimi was madai, hamachi and kampachi and they were so fresh and came from the toyosu fish market but the in house ponzu paired so well! The chocolates they gave at the end melted in your mouth and were a great contrast to the raspberry sorbet The wagyu slider was so good, we almost got a few orders to have for the next day but didn't think we'd be able to get up after the food coma took us out Everything was executed well & staff were friendly & knowledgeable. Vibe is upscale so you're not having a convo with your server about anything extraneous. Actually, it was pretty quiet in general in there with mood lighting so just a quiet night out Big plus though is it's attached to a parking deck with free parking for the retail shops in the area. They also have valet though We got the yuzu margarita which was very refreshing and gingery & my husband got an old fashioned and seemed to enjoy it + an echigo beer which tastes like a light, easy drinking beer Total bill was about $500 with the auto grat

Prefecture is now called NoriFish Sushi & Izakaya. My husband and dined here after the rebranding…read moreand my husband has claimed it to be the best sushi/Japanese food he has ever had in his entire life. I also thought it was very good but I wouldn't go as far as to say it is the best I personally have ever had. If you're the type to let the chef serve what he believes is the best, then this is the place for you. Soy sauce isn't even served in this restaurant as the chef is truly confident that his dishes are seasoned to perfection. If you want to explore new and different taste sensations, then definitely check this spot out.