Walked in on a Friday night. Got a great seat on the porch. Great service. Delicious meal. We had: Cocktails: Kenzie Sour - delicious, Black Manhattan - good but ratios were a touch off Spicy tuna tostadas - amazing! I thought the addition a feta was weird but it really worked cucumber and seaweed salad - great and refreshing - exactly as described Scandinavian Roll - blue crab was a treat! And the roll was large Yellow tail and unagi nigiri - AMAZING. Best bit of unagi we've had in a long time. The vibe was great, the parking was easy - really a great meal. read more

Food so much more than other sushi restaurants like $25 for common rolls and there's nothing spectacular about them. The service was horrid. We were ignored for 30 minutes, waited more than 30 minutes to get our rolls and when I requested for a specialty appetizer, the waiter took 20 minutes to come back to tell me they were out. The ambiance, albeit cool was not worth the experience, the price, especially the lack luster treatment. read more

We have been eyeing this restaurant for months, but due to it opening at 5 PM, we hadn't a chance to get there. We were really excited when they began opening for lunch service. Now we love to travel for food and money is not an issue, but there is a difference between high prices and robbery, and I think we got a little bit of the latter for some of these dishes. I love high-end sushi and I will say that the sandfish roll is in my top three rolls for the entire year of 2025. The other two rolls that we had were just meh. Again, I don't mind paying for great quality, but these rolls were falling apart. It felt as though we had the B crew during lunchtime yet still paid a premium. I posted the lunch menu as not everything is available from the dinner menu, but there are plenty of options. It's relatively small inside and gives off a bit of hole in the wall vibe. Will we return? I don't know. read more

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Absolutely loved this place! We came here for our anniversary and everything was amazing. The inside is cute and cozy our server was great super friendly and nice. They even gave us a little card saying happy anniversary on our table since I had put in the reservation that it was our anniversary. It's little touches like that that make an experience that much better. The food was excellent everything was fresh and delicious. Our rolls were very good the dumplings were excellent and the miso brownie at the end of the night was exceptional! 10/10 for sure read more

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The food was absolutely great. Every dish we ordered was a hit! We truly loved it. Plus, the service was perfect. Highly recommend! read more

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We had heard about the Sandfish. It was great. The chef is from Turkey but was trained in Japan. They told me that some of the fish is flown in from Japan. The sushi is the best that we have had in the valley. The restaurant is clean and has a wonderful ambiance for date night or a special occasion. read more

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My friends and I are on a girls trip and decided to try this spot! We were skeptical at first as the reviews were iffy and were in the desert, but we are so glad we came! This place is DELICIOUS!!! It's pretty small and reservations are recommended. There is seating indoor, at the bar, and some outdoor seating ad well. We went for HH right at 1700 and just walked in. There was only bar seating was available at that time. The service was great, the food was fantastic, and it was a nice cozy vibe. I'd definitely come back again!! Food/drink review: Passion fruit margarita (5/5) Super delicious! It was on the stronger side, but great balance of flavors. Edamame: (5/5) Simple, but delicious! It wasn't too soggy or too hard. Brussel sprouts: (5/5) These were roasted and had great flavor. I love Brussel sprouts and these were yummy! Crispy salmon balls: (3/5) These were just OK. Ratios were off. There was way too much rice and not enough fish for my taste. Tuna tataki tacos: (5/5) Honestly surprised how much I enjoyed these. The crunch was perfect, sauce and fish paired very well together. If they weren't on HH menu I wouldn't order as they are very expensive. Hosomaki rolls: Overall, they were pretty good! Our favorites were the salmon one, ended up ordering two of them. So tasty! The venue and sand fish rolls: (5/5) During HH, you can pick two rolls and get 4 pieces of each. Honestly a great deal for how delicious these rolls were. Again, we got them on HH, regular price is crazy. Salmon/tuna nigiri: (5/5) OMG. The nigiri was melt in your mouth delicious. It was like butter! I could have eaten an entire plate of these. Bao buns: (3/5) They weren't anything special. Cucumber roll: (4/5) We added avocado and topped it off with some crema verde and it was pretty tasty! read more

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Came here to celebrate a girlfriend's birthday. There is. Small indoor seating and larger outside dining, both with very intimate feel. We ordered so many things I honestly couldn't remember the names but the star of the show was the yellowtail crudo. Oh my, I would order an entree if I could. It was buttery, fresh and just melted right in your mouth. I got the "Venue" roll. Very good, except I could have gone without the tobiko. I've had the yellow/orange tobiko but not this one and it was a bit more fishy and umami than I'm used to (and I love umami). If you haven't tried tobiko, I would opt for it off your roll. We also ordered, tartare cone, tuna tataki tacos, lollipop roll (so bomb if you're low carb), shrimp tempura and waygu with rice. A few of us ordered cocktail and they were all very delicious. Our server was amazing and attentive the entire night. Highly recommend and make sure you make reservations ahead of time. This seems like the spot everyone goes too. They also have live music, A+ for the vibes. read more

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For our main anniversary dinner my wife and I chose Sandfish and it could not have been a better decision. We had seen the photos and reviews beforehand and the vibe looked perfect. The restaurant feels stylish and inviting and the service from start to finish was outstanding. We started with the tuna tataki tacos and they were incredible. The tuna had amazing flavor with a little hint of citrus and a satisfying garlic crunch. My wife and I were almost fighting over the last taco because it was that good. We also ordered spicy edamame and miso soup which were both excellent. The miso broth tasted fresh and full of depth and set the tone for the rest of the meal. For rolls we followed the recommendations of our server, an older gentleman whose name I wish I remembered because he was fantastic. We ordered the Sandfish, the Experiment, and the Lollipop. My wife devoured the Lollipop which combined crab, tuna, and mango in the best way possible. I had the Sandfish roll which came with spicy tuna, fried potato, teriyaki sauce, green onion, and a touch of black truffle. Every bite was loaded with flavor and I honestly considered ordering a second one even though the rolls are generously sized. The Experiment roll was also delicious and made for a fun mix of flavors. We added a cucumber salad to share and it was light, fresh, and perfectly seasoned. Everything about this dinner hit the mark. The fish quality was excellent, the flavors were creative yet balanced, and the service was warm and attentive. Sandfish delivered exactly the anniversary dinner we were hoping for and more. We will absolutely be back and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for exceptional sushi in Palm Springs. read more

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service was great! our server was really polite and accommodating. the cocktails were pretty strong, but great inventive flavors. the short rib bao buns were a bit sweet but still good the sandfish maki was excellent, but the experiment maki was a little bland. the brownie was nothing special, the green tea ice cream didn't have much flavor read more

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Great time at Sandfish - this is certainly the place to be. Make sure you have reservations on a hot day because there's limited indoor (air conditioned) seating. Outside, the misters help, but sort of prolongs the inevitable sweat outbreak (early September) Highlights: Hamachi Crudo - served with tentsuyu, jalapeño, lemon and sesame oil. Simply mouthwatering. Experiment Maki Snow crab, mango, avocado, cucumber, topped with tuna, cilantro, thin slices of jalapeño and yuzu aioli. Goes down like butter. Lollipop Maki Kanikama, salmon, shrimp, yellowtail, tuna and avocado wrapped in cucumber, drizzled in ponzu sauce, with green onions and sesame seeds. The design, presentation and combination of elegant flavors are stunning. The bite doesn't last long but the finish is long and lingering. Questionable: Broccolini and Bok choy. This combo didn't work for me - they don't make each other better and clash more than compliment. Also overdressed. Koko Maki - coconut flakes on sushi is a bold move, and it doesn't really appeal to me. Dessert - yes, but just not on my raw fish please.... Just weird. Servers were understaffed yet held their own with aplomb. Drink and cocktail choices are abundant. I would love to come back. That's all.... read more

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Who knew one of the freshest sushi spots would be in the middle of a desert! I'm talking about Sandfish in Plam Springs. Drinks first: I got the freydis cocktail which was perfectly lychee and lemoy. We ordered the usual stuff then got to business . Lollipop was so unique! It had salmon, yellowtail, tuna, wrapped in cucumber shaped like a lollipop. Amazing presentation and flavor. Venue roll was incredible. it seared salmon, with tobiko on top. talk about an explosion of flavors. The A5 wagyu was like butter. It was Pan seared and topped with truffle tallow butter. Just fabulous. Robusuta was delicious! the lobster tempura on top drizzled with shiso lemon oil and smoked eel sauce. insane! Sandfish roll was so good! Those fried potato threads on top were a great touch. We finished off with their chocolate browns with green tea ice cream, and I NEED these mermaid tail spoons! Over all great vibe, amazing service and fantastic food! P.S. Thank you Yasu for a great service! read more

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Came here on a Sunday night with no wait. Servers were kind and attentive. Ambiance was upscale and warm, great for a date. Fish quality was good. I think my biggest gripe with this place is the price of the rolls. The lolipop roll at almost $30 for 6 pieces was very high for what it was. Despite the abundance of fish, I did not see any real value or novelty besides thick piece of cucumber wrapping the fish which was way too big relative to the amount of fish inside. Could have definitely been cut thinner. Same for the koko roll; it tasted great but nothing different from an $18-$20 roll from another sushi place. Still the same generic taste profile of any americanized sushi place (eel sauce, spicy mayo, and tempura on top of raw fish) but with a highly marked up price. The spicy tuna tostada on the other hand was absolutely delicious. At $20 for the 4 pieces, I would highly recommend that. You can tell the chopped up tuna was seasoned lightly with some soy sauce and sesame oil but just the perfect amount that it doesn't overpower the rest of the dish. I ended up getting 2 of those. For the Freydis drink (lychee based), good presentation and good taste, no complaints. Overall, I would recommend this place for good quality fish and some ambiance because its probably the only place around Palm Springs that actually offers good fish. But because of that, be prepared to pay for that premium. read more

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Pretty good sushi spot for Palms Springs, although the food is very pricey compared to market price sushi, the ambiance and service is what makes it. We got the: Spicy Tuna Tostadas (5/5): Seriously, this was the best spicy tuna tostadas I've ever had in my life! I could eat several of these. At $21 for 4 hand sized tostados loaded with flavorful, fresh spicy tuna - I'll take it! It was on top of a freshly fried, wonton crisp "tostada" that was slightly sweet. Loaded with a good portion of spicy tuna, eel sauce, spicy mayo, feta cheese, and micro greens - it was packed with flavor. The feta cheese on top of the tuna was actually the star of the show. It melted in with each bite and worked so well with the tuna, wonton crisp, and sauces. The microgreens added freshness. If you had to get one thing here get this! Koko Roll (4.5/5): This came with 8 big pieces of sushi that had shrimp tempura, avocado, and crab meat inside topped with raw tuna and coconut flakes. It also had its own "koko sauce" on the bottom which was like sweet soy sauce. The coconut flakes surprisingly went well with the raw tuna and the roll as it added texture and sweetness to the soft inside of the roll. The shrimp tempura was warm and it was so delightful biting in. Lollipop Roll (2/5): This roll had a mixture of 3 different raw fish inside and it was wrapped around a whole cucumber. The appearance was cute but honestly the taste was lacking and bland. The fish wasn't seasoned well and the sauce it came with was bland. The cucumber was too thick and crunchy and didn't go well with the soft fish. This was $30 a roll for 6 pieces that wasn't filling at all. If you're on a diet this would be a good choice lol but not tasty at all. I wouldn't get this. read more

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Sandfish is always such a treat! The Sandfish Roll is my absolute favorite -- I order it every time. They share a few similar menu items with The Venue since they're sister restaurants, but Sandfish definitely has its own unique dishes and style that make it special. I really enjoy the atmosphere here. The outdoor seating is cozy and relaxing, and the music adds such a nice touch without being overwhelming. The service is always great, and the food never disappoints. Whether you're stopping by for sushi, drinks, or a laid-back dinner, Sandfish has a vibe that keeps me coming back. Highly recommend! read more

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Went to this spot on a whim. Reviews were decent and we were craving sushi. Apparently, reservations are a commonality here. But we were able to be seated for an hour and a half. The inside has dim lighting with a fully stocked bar and small tables scattered along the walls. Seems like an ideal date spot, given the mood lighting and price. Service was amazing. Felt like our server was specifically dedicated to fulfilling our needs and open to any questions we may have. He was friendly and attentive, notably so, probably due to the intimacy of the setting. I appreciated being asked about any allergies which were diligently noted. I do want to note the restaurant comes across as being an elevated experience but you're still given disposable chopsticks to use. The drinks offered looked intriguing but I prefer water when trying a new sushi spot. Taste wise, I wasn't blown away. Granted, we only chose three options from the menu: yellowtail nigiri, lollipop, and Robusutā. They did taste fresh but given the descriptions on the menu, I guess my expectations were high. Or perhaps I could have chosen better options? I will say the presentation of the lollipop roll was cute. But we got pretty full with what we had and the prices on the menu kind of thwarted our desire to try anything else. Overall, the prices are daunting, the service was great, but the food didn't make my taste buds dance. I would caution that the parking is minimal. No lot designated for the restaurant. You've got to luck out with street parking. And there is a gender neutral restroom. Small but relatively clean. It did feel odd that it was located just a few steps away from a table where people were dining. read more

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AMENDING THIS REVIEW because they finally got back to me and they did refund me the discrepancy in the original bill to the amount that should have been charged originally. They did not ask me to amend this review, but since the overall experience was positive, I decided to amend myself. Read below for the full experience though so you don't get overcharged! There is a lot going on with this review for Sandfish so I will try to lay it out clearly. My biggest issue is that there was an issue with their billing system. The bill I received at the table differed from the bill that I was sent electronically after our meal. I am more than happy to pay what I owe, but I hate being billed incorrectly. The subtotal of the bill I received at the table didn't add up correctly when you added the line items. I wasn't able to add each line item up at the table because we were a group of 8 and no one wants that. So after our meal when we went back to our house, I was figuring out what everyone owed so we could split the bill and found the discrepancy. I reached out to the restaurant on 3 separate occasions and haven't heard back. After the fact I did receive the bill by email that was altered so that the line items did add up to the subtotal, but they should address the discrepancy because no one likes being overcharged. As for the meal itself, the food was delicious. We had a number of the rolls including the sandfish, experiment and venue roll multiple times, the tuna tataki tacos, the duck bao and a few other items. Everything was great. We were seated next to a very loud bachelorette party but the hostess was very gracious in making sure we were ok and offered to move us slightly if the noise bothered us. The service in that regard was excellent and our actual server was fantastic as well. Just don't overcharge people! That's not cool! And call people back when they inquire about a discrepancy in their bill. read more

Sandfish - This is the email receipt I received after the fact. The subtotal does add up but there shouldn't have been a discrepancy in the first place - Sushi Bars Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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I would give them a million stars if I could. The restaurant itself is small and intimate. Make a reservation. We had one for 6:30 and it was perfect. Our waiter and servers were so helpful and had the best recommendations. Everything we got was amazing. We got the lollipop roll. It is cucumber wrapped. The spicy edamame flavor was so good! The crudo was amazing and the sauce from the gyoza was hands down my favorite. I saved the rest and dipped my sushi in it. Both mocktail selections were good. They are a whiskey bar and have a wide variety to order if that is your thing. We got the green tea ice cream for dessert. Loved the wallpaper in the rest room as well. Over all the design and ambience was enjoyable. The staff were friendly. We will certainly be back! read more

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Better than I expected. The wife has been wanting to go here for awhile. So we finally got in. It was a rainy night and they had pop tents set up which was very helpful as we ate on the deck. My only concern is they bring your meal right out the front door where people are crowded around waiting to be seated. Just unusual to me. Food was good though, a bit pricey, still good. I tested the bar tender out and let whoever it was select my cocktails. They did not disappoint. We ate, we drank, we enjoyed. I say give it a shot! read more

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Update - The manager said they would send me the video footage... and I never heard anything back. I believe her name was Alyssa and she said she would email over the footage. I still have never received the footage from the restaurant. Photos of my burn were sent to the lawyer... as well as receipts from the urgent care. read more

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Amazing food and atmosphere! Highly recommend. Food was fresh and full of great flavors. read more

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Came here on a recommendation from a friend, the restaurant did not disappoint! Our server was Yasu, amazingly helpful especially with the whiskey selection. We loved the fusion menu, the spicy tuna tostada was delicious (albeit a bit difficult to eat as it crumbled), Sarada salad was full of flavor, the lollipop entree was enough for two, and the drinks were great. We did not make a reservation (the place can only accommodate a few tables) but they sat us outside. read more

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Another great sushi experience. The most unique dishes with the friendliest staff. Thank you Alex for your suggestions. Spot on mister!

Standish never disappoints. It's great to dine in or take out. Creative menu, solid service and great cocktails (and they're even better at their sister restaurant tailor shop!). Definitely the go to Sushi spot in Palm Springs! read more

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I had an excellent dining experience and tried so much. The atmosphere I loved as it had a lot of earthy elements like leather seating, wood and concrete. The tile behind the bar was a scallop pattern reminiscent of fish scales, the wave wallpaper in the main area and fish wallpaper in the restroom is cool too. We were first seated at a table, but I asked to sit at the bar. The only thing I didn't quite like is that it's a little cramped. If you don't mind sitting right on top of strangers, then this is the place for you. It all worked out though because Emily served us at the bar and she was amazing. She recommended the scallops and the shishito. She made an excellent margarita that wasn't on the menu and she was just super cool and chill and gave us tips about things in town that we didn't know about and we're local. Emily recommended the shrimp tempura, which was very tasty and it came with 3 dipping sauces. My favorite was the tartar sauce because it tasted so fresh. The shisito was flavorful, the tuna tataki tacos were excellent and tasted somehow like an authentic street taco. The zucchini blossoms were very good as well as the grilled Spanish octopus. The duck bao buns did taste a little gamey; that's the only thing I wouldn't get again. The venue sushi roll and the robusuta roll was great too! read more

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Incredible sushi and great service! I went to this sushi restaurant after my hotel recommended it, and I'm so glad I did.You can see why the hotel recommends this place to all the guests,everyone seems to have great experiences here. I sat at the bar, and the bartender was super friendly and made the whole experience really enjoyable. The atmosphere was welcoming, the service was excellent, and the food was outstanding. This is truly one of the best sushi places I've ever heard of. I got the vegetarian sushi, and it was honestly some of the best I've ever had. I seriously can't wait to come back again! read more

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Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey is hands down one of the best restaurants I've ever been to. From start to finish, the experience was exceptional. The food was outstanding--starting with the stuffed zucchini flowers, which were perfectly crisp and flavorful. The Spanish octopus was incredibly tender and cooked to perfection. The sushi truly stole the show: fresh, creative, and beautifully executed. The cocktails were just as impressive. A special mention goes to the bartender's creation featuring Nikka Coffey Grain whiskey--balanced, inventive, and absolutely delicious. What truly elevated the evening was the service. Our host and waitstaff were absolutely awesome--welcoming, attentive, and genuinely passionate about the food and drinks, which made the entire experience even more memorable. Every detail, from the quality of the ingredients to the craftsmanship behind each dish and drink, reflects a high level of care and expertise. Sandfish is a must-visit and a restaurant I can't wait to return to. read more

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Excellent service! Waiter was very knowledgeable about the food and drink menu, provided wonderful suggestions, and was attentive. Food was killer! Fish was fresh. Every ingredient was well thought out and the speciality rolls were delicious. Their drinks were perfectly balanced. Great date night spot. Ambiance is dark and decor is beautiful. We will definitely return. read more

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I loveeee the sushi rolls here! So delicious ! Very cute place as well I enjoyed the outside seating :) service was decent

BEST Sushi restaurant I ever tried and I've tried the best. The flavors in every dish were so memorable. Had the Venue roll, the Experiment roll and the Short rib bao buns. Incredible. And the service was just great. I'll be back anytime I'm in Palm Springs. read more

Went here for a family bday dinner and loved it!! The service was great, they even left a bday card and cut our cake for us! We especially loved the tuna tostada and the yellow tail crudo tart. The venue roll was delicious as well! Huge patio and cute vibe in side. Would certainly go back! read more

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My wife and friends took me here for my birthday dinner! The sushi's amazing and so is the bar! Service is prompt and friendly; taking care to answer all your questions about the multitude of sushi and whiskey. Yup it's a whisky bar too. Ambiance is very casual. I was treated to a bartender special cocktail. You simply tell the waitperson what you like and don't like, they ask lots of questions and the bartender creates a one of a kind cocktail that pairs with your meal and fits your taste precisely. read more

Extremely Disappointing Experience - Definitely Not Worth the Hype or Price I had high hopes for Sandfish Sushi & Whiskey in Palm Springs, but unfortunately, it turned out to be a major letdown. This place felt like Ralph's sushi on steroids--confused, overpriced, and far from premium. First of all, they list themselves as a "$$" restaurant on OpenTable, but this is completely misleading. Prices were sky-high--this place should absolutely be marked $$$$ instead. For what we paid, I expected something close to NoBu quality. Spoiler: it was nowhere near. I've dined at NoBu Indian Wells with a party of six and spent about $500. At Sandfish, the tab was just as steep, but the quality didn't even come close. I ordered a wide variety of dishes--definitely not being cheap here. I wanted to try everything. Sadly, about half the food went untouched. The kids hated it, and the adults weren't fans either. To be fair, the sashimi was fresh--it wasn't old or fishy--but everything else was just... mid. Not bad enough to be spoiled, just bland and unimpressive. And at this price point, that's unacceptable. On top of all this, the service left a bad taste. Our server failed to mention that a 20% service charge for large parties was already added to the bill. Then she handed me the tablet and asked if I wanted to tip--so I added an extra 18%, not realizing I had already been charged a gratuity. That's dishonest or careless, either way not cool. Heads up, April L. Our server noticed most of the food was untouched she took off 1 of the Lobster Blossoms. read more

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To start Kelsey at the bar is AMAZING. Super knowledgeable of the drinks and the food. The vibe is super demure and amazing. The music is playing the guests are laughing and talking. If you want your traditional all you can eat sushi this isn't for you. If you want an elevated experience with great drinks and food then you found the spot. read more

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This was an amazing surprise, to find such a great place out of the blue. The service was top notch, the food and drinks even better and I would have never thought that sitting on the patio, in a shipping container would still be so comfortable and still yet so elegant. We will be making this a must stop every time we are in the area read more

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Holy moly. This place has to be one of my top sushi places I have ever eaten. The restaurant has a beautiful patio, where we sat. it was not too hot because we went in the evening. The waiter was super nice and attentive. The top thing that we got was the wagyu roll. It was out of this world. It has a smokey flavor from the meat that was tender. The citrus from the salad and the roll was so delicious. The duck baos were okay they needed more sauce. The fish cheek was super tender and moist. The sauce with the fish cheek was great. Finally, the salmon sashimi was melt in your mouth delicious and was such a great cut. read more

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The food was good . Restaurant was clean and pretty . Good service . Nice flavors . And a decent happy hour read more

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Ambiance was lovely. Service was average. Food was average. Prices were high considering average quality of food and service. They have a large selection of whiskey if that tickles your fancy. read more

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Love this place already, then their menu got even better, and the execution seems flawless. Great friendly helpful fun staff as well!

Way overpriced for what you get - everything is average at best. The rib tacos we actually said "where is the meat?" it was like something you would get at a food hall for $12. Cocktail were solid, and the brownie was the best thing we had which is so sad. Save your $ and go somewhere with a more high-brow quality. ALSO they had a great DJ but they had different music playing on the speaker at the same time that made me feel insane. Lastly - the host needs to be fired. She was super overwhelmed and the place had just opened and was EMPTY. She was snippy and didn't know what the h*ll she was doing. Short hair - flipped - you know who I'm talking about. Stop hiring 22 YO's. Would not return, would rather give my $ to Farm or Copley's where I know I'll get an amazing meal for my $. read more