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    Shobu by Kengo

    4.0 (22 reviews)
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    yummmm
    Dustin H.

    Let's be honest, the original Kengo in Downtown Toledo is all about the food and not the atmosphere. The same goes for Shobu by Kengo. The fish is fresh, the combinations of ingredients are expertly prepared, and the flavors shine. But the decor, sounds of the casino, and even the clientele make this an odd choice. Not to say I won't be back, because the next time a friend suggests it, I will absolutely go back to Shobu. In a heartbeat. But with the weird Hollywood Casino parking, chaotic atmosphere, and generally odd vibes, I can't say this will be a place I go out of my way to visit again. That said, shout out to Kengo and everything he's doing, because goddamn the sushi is good.

    Salom  yellowtail; salmon  , yellowtail, rice, sesame seed
    Ryan R.

    A fun and innovative place with a rotating menu. You might find udon one week and Yekatori the next.

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    Dale L.

    Where should you go Thanksgiving evening with absolutely no wait and the most delicious sushi? SHOBU! Always the freshest of ingredients and top quality dishes. I really hope this place makes it here at the casino. The service was friendly, quick, and efficient. The inside is a mix of seating, but I wish they would darken up the walls in the alcove. It would really add to the intimacy and coziness. The cocktails are top notch. Tonight we tried this yellow fin collar that was not on the menu, but suggested by our server. So fresh and delicious. It's what I imagine eating fresh fish off the fire on Survivor. The three card stud roll was great and we also ordered scallops, and different veggies wrapped in bacon. Thank you for topping off an incredible holiday!

    Elina L.

    Had omakase for my birthday recently with my partner. Service was great except the bar that we sat at was right next to the entrance to the kitchen, so sometimes chef's explanation to the dish was overlapped by kitchen staff yelling that the dish was ready. The course overall was delicious. The ingredients were fresh, and the grilled avocado with wasabi topping was something new. The only thing that I will say for it is that the sequence of the menu seemed to be geared towards heavy instead of light. For example, I was served with deliciously grilled yellowtail for the second dish. It def fell on the heavy side, so I was expecting to have something light for the next dish. The next dish was served with tofu with egg custard topped with eel. The broth of the tofu was on the heavy side as well, which brought my appetite down quite a bit. We were served with three overly burnt yakitoris one after the other. We did not finish the yakitoris on purpose to enjoy the sushi afterwards. Overall, it was great, but things could be better. I hope the sequence of the menus will be adjusted so that the entire course is more enjoyable. Other than that, sakes were great and they were greatly priced. I would just go again for the individual menus/sushis instead of omakase.

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    Great food! Awful ambiance and service. We love the downtown location, this is easier to get a table but wouldn't go back

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    Expensive, tiny portions. Service was lack luster. Went home and ordered a pizza. Won't go back.

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    3 years ago

    First time here and very surprised on the taste and simple presentation. Great for a snack after a nice win at the tables.

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    4.5(209 reviews)
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    I was a bit skeptical by the name... but I am glad I tried Rice Blvd on Door dash…read more It was soo good, I had it 2 days in a row. The exact same order. The Blossom roll was perfect. Tasted super fresh despite delivery service. I ordered the panko chicken curry as well. The first time, I ordered Med spicy, then the second time was extra spicy and it was perfect. I broke a sweat. The panko chicken was crunchy and crispy. I ordered the brown rice w it which I only took a few bites of trying to eat it low carb, but the brown rice was good too. There is plenty of parking in the back and you have to walk around to the front for the entrance. Owner looked Japanese and they look like they know what they're doing. Would definitely come back if I'm in the area.

    Definitely time for an update. So since Covid this place has changed, closed, reopened and now the…read moremenu is slightly different. Its pretty much on campus but don't let that deter you. Its clean, friendly, and the service is great. I have to take a star away because the miso ramen recipe must have changed. My man used to come here every week just for this. Since their last reincarnation, my sweetie says its not the same. Not horrible but but not good so he refuses to eat here anymore. Now me, I like the addition of the spicy korean fried chicken. So yummy and even the next day its still so tender I can cut it with a fork. Get rice n veggies or fries with it for $10. Cant beat it. I just hate ordering from 2 different places for dinner but I still get it for lunch. Still worth checking out

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    Kyoto Ka - Beast Roll

    Kyoto Ka

    4.2(129 reviews)
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    I used to love this place. I would go in here for lunch semi-regularly, often enough that two of…read morethe servers remembered me. I'd get a roll and a salad. The roll was amazing then. I had started telling my wife "I can't believe something can taste this good!" The only other place in Toledo I would have something about which I would say this about was Souk. But then sometime towards the end of last year, the roll changed. It was still pretty good, but not the superb thing I had come to love. So I stopped coming in so often, but still once in a while in the hopes that they would go back to how they used to make it. I'd given up, but today broke down and went in today as I missed it so much. But my hopes were dashed as the roll was just pretty good. So I'll have to start the search to find another place to get my fix for rolls. Another thing is that during this time frame is how most of the time the salad comes out with just a bare dribble of dressing on it. So I guess a plausible explanation for this places downfall may simply be from skimping due to food costs.

    This is, without a doubt, the best place in the surrounding area for fresh, high-quality, and…read morefairly priced sushi. I'm consistently amazed at the quality and quantity in relation to the prices. It's a hidden gem that's not so hidden anymore--no matter the day of the week, the restaurant is always bustling with diners. I recommend making a reservation on weekends, as it tends to get busy, while weekdays are more low-key. The service is exceptional, and the drinks and bar offerings are fantastic. While wait times can be longer when ordering sushi--especially during peak hours--everything is made fresh with clear attention to detail. Although there are many creative and extravagant rolls on the menu, the Beast Roll remains a personal favorite. Topped with crab and shrimp tempura, it's an incredible value at around $12.50. The combination of quality, price, and service here is unmatched, making it the best bang for your buck. I've tried various dishes and appetizers, and I've been consistently satisfied each time. Having dined here numerous times, I've never encountered a single issue, which is a rare and impressive feat. Their takeout service is equally excellent.

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    Shobu by Kengo - sushi - Updated May 2026

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