Authentic Japanese experience right in Worcester. Very small dining room but cozy feeling and love…read morethe open kitchen concept with seating right in front of the chefs. BYOB. Fast service. Recommend the Christmas Roll. All sushi was so fresh and delicious. We'll be back

I visited the Worcester Art Museum and took the opportunity to try this Japanese restaurant, which…read morehad received high praise on RedNote and Google Maps. The conclusion was that it was very average. Sashimi Appetizer: The sashimi was fresh and quite thick, but the quality was really poor. Combined with the warm temperature, it felt loose and soft, lacking a firm texture and rich, oily aroma. The only way to compensate for the lack of flavor was with the shouyu. Only the salmon was barely acceptable.

Really enjoyed our dinner here. The salmon sashimi was melt-in-your-mouth fresh and the staff were…read morewelcoming. Parking can be a hassle, but the food makes up for it.

Serviceable sushi and other Japanese dish offerings. The dining area is clean and neat; the service…read moreis prompt and pleasant. We shared some pan-fried gyoza and these were nice and tasty. My wife had the salmon poke bowl which she said was good; I had the Oishi combo of sashimi and sushi. The sashimi and sushi was good but not exceptional. Overall a decent place to scratch your sushi cravings.

The waiter was so nice he was very funny .The food came out great fast service! Can't wait to…read morecome back!

This is my college town favorite for sushi. Came back here for the first time since 2018! I was…read morehappy to see it's still doing well and the food still is the same quality. We got a yellowtail appetizer to start. The slices were thicker than I'm used to for a crudo. I felt something was missing. The sushi and the oyster shooter however were really good! Got two of my favorite rolls - Godzilla and Celtic roll. Along with a couple basic rolls. The Godzilla has a slight sweetness from the banana but it does not take away from the savory flavor profiles. The Celtic roll is a great balance of crunch and smoothness from the avocado. By far- the oyster shooter is my favorite menu item. I got two. Could have had 8 more! I love baba! Hope they continue to stay in business and keep the quality and service consistent as it has always been!

surprisingly good!!…read more inside is a well decorated space with tons of seating, we were sat right away! service was very quick and very kind, we had a large order and they didn't write it down so we were nervous at first but everything came out perfect! food was incredible. i love sushi and this was no different. would happily return.

Got into the coveted Tuna cutting experience. They only allow 30 people or so and the event is…read moremaybe once a month, but or fewer. Once they announce it, you need to call immediately or get shut out. My observation about the place itself. The U shaped bar is gigantic for the space. It's a bar-bar too not like a sushi counter. This seems to draw a crowd of local drinkers rather than the normal sushi crowd. You feel like you walked into a sports bar. The place was really loud and it was hard to hear the chef explaining everything. Once seated... it's the chefs carving the tuna off to the side. There were 2 bar tenders making drinks and like 3 chefs cutting tuna.... other than that, no waitstaff. Which is really odd. You have to grab the manager who was running around helping to get your Wasabi refilled. Not to mention they gave zero place settings for about 8 of us, until we asked. The bar tenders seemed to pass over my empty drink until I asked for a refill too. It's a more chaotic event than I would have liked for $120 per person. It also takes time to carve the tuna so if you arrive hungry be prepared to not get your first tiny bite until 45 minutes after the start. The star was Chef Timmy. Honestly he was awesome. The tuna.... so good. You end to with only 3 pieces of Nigiri which was a little disappointing but the sashimi part was unlimited. Of course you have to take your plate up and ask for some. They only put about 6 small pieces of the various cuts per trip. I think I went up 5 times for sashimi alone. The tuna handrolls you can make yourself or ask the chef nicely. Those were really good. Probably best I ever had because it's so fresh. There is a limited amount of the highly prized (and highly priced) Kamatoro, but you can experience it here as it's included in the experience. That's a hard cut to find. The finale was a shot of tuna spinal fluid. My first time with that but it's not bad. You're probably looking at $150 per person unless you order alcohol than it's alot more. The fresh cut tuna is amazing. I'm glad I did it. The chaos and the setting made it less than ideal. I don't think I would go again to this location for it. One and done. It's a bit weird that you're paying $120 for this and you're still intermingled with local patrons just there to grab some beers after work and watch the game. Because of the massive bar it is impossible to create a space secluded to do it. They also should have a roaming waiter at least taking care of the 30 people who came for this experience.

Absolutely delicious!…read more Stumbled on this place after attending an event in Worcester. Quick little five minute drive and we were there. We were greeted instantly and were met with the beautiful artwork on the walls of the restaurant. The atmosphere of the place was very chill in the best ways. Our server was kind and service was prompt. The smaller dishes really are the perfect amounts of food. We opted for the chicken karaage as an appetizer and it was absolutely delicious. My boyfriend had a Japanese wine that he loved so much we ended up going to a store to buy some for home. Would absolutely go back to this establishment and try some of the other items!

Great drinks and food. Sat at the bar and they had 4 tvs playing different anime shows…read more The food was really good and I would come back again!

We came here on a Friday night and it was super busy. Thankfully we got a table but they sat us…read moretowards the back near the bathrooms. Unfortunately the waitress took her time coming to our table and I had to flag her down to order. I ended up ordering a hot tea and it came out fast. I really enjoyed my sushi. It was super filling and had fresh flavor. Overall I had a good experience and would come back.

Great sushi at such a great price! I always come here when I'm in the area. Super friendly staff…read moreand reasonable prices!

SAWA Sushi & Lounge | Excellent Sushi, Incredible Fried Rice & a Great First Impression!…read more DISCLAIMER: This review is based on a takeout order rather than a full dine-in experience. However, I did have an opportunity to observe the restaurant's atmosphere and interact with the staff. SAWA Sushi & Lounge certainly made a strong first impression! While my visit was brief, the quality of the food was enough to make me want to return for the complete dining experience. Shrimp Asian Fried Rice - 10/10 Absolutely outstanding! The fried rice was delicious and easily exceeded my expectations. This is one of those dishes I would order again without hesitation. Sometimes fried rice is simply an afterthought at sushi restaurants, but SAWA absolutely delivered! Poseidon Sushi Roll - 10/10 Another exceptional selection! The presentation was visually appealing, and the flavors were equally impressive. Between the sushi and fried rice, SAWA demonstrated an ability to deliver quality across different menu offerings. Atmosphere & Customer Service Ambiance - 8/10 Although I wasn't dining in, the restaurant appeared inviting and offered a pleasant atmosphere. I'll reserve a more comprehensive assessment for a future dine-in visit. Customer Service - 8/10 A positive interaction with the staff during the takeout process. Everything went smoothly, contributing to an enjoyable overall experience. Price - 7/10 The pricing was a little less impressive than the food itself. However, considering the quality of both dishes, I certainly don't regret the purchase. SAWA Sushi & Lounge delivered where it mattered most: the food! It's not often that I give two dishes perfect 10/10 ratings during the same visit, but both the Shrimp Asian Fried Rice and Poseidon Sushi Roll earned them. While I would have liked slightly more competitive pricing, the quality of the food made this a worthwhile experience. Would I return? Absolutely! Next time, I plan to dine in and explore more of the menu. If the rest of their offerings are as impressive as these two dishes, SAWA could easily become one of my go-to sushi spots.

We were getting new tires at Mavis Tire & Breaks which is across the street from Sawa Hibachi. It's…read morea short walk through a large almost abandoned shopping center, which now only Staples, Sawa Hibachi and Fidelity call home. Sawa had a decent Yelp rating (and was essentially the only place we could walk to), so we decided to give it a try. It has a large bar, traditional table seating and Hibachi steakhouse style seating, it's a fairly large place. It also projects a traditional Japanese Steakhouse vibe. Since we were dining at an off time, there was only one other patron in view. They have an expansive Asian menu and we ordered: Salmon Dinner - 5pcs of salmon sushi & spicy salmon roll (with salad) Asian Fried Rice with Chicken Scallion Pancake Gyoza -Japanese pan fried pork dumpling 2 Green Tea Total with Tip: $78 How expansive is the menu? If you search for Salmon on their online menu, you get 47 hits! Service was good, then again we were essentially on our own. The Salmon was good, not the best I've ever had, but tasty. The Fried Rice was also tasty, but very salty. The Scallion Pancakes were crispy and nicely cooked, we really liked these. And the Gyoza was very tasty, but should have been crisper. Overall, a very enjoyable "Linner" and a 4-star dining experience. I would return here if in the area.

It was great celebrating Father's Day at Jalao in the Heights. Our server was Andy, Andy and he…read morewas excellent! His suggestions were on point and the food was phenomena! We had the seafood mofongo and goat stew. I also recommend the Mercado Margarita. It was truly a memorable Father's Day for my beloved husband!

From the owner: Caribbean Japanese Cuisine with Famous Caribbean Sushi (Mofongo Sushi and Caribbean Hispanic Vibes…read moreand a great Place to eat.

Food and drinks are incredible. This place isn't popular, I don't know to tell you but people…read morehaven't gone on to it yet. Just go here. Just go here. just go here.

Passing by and was craving Chinese. This place had great reviews so I stopped by. The place was…read morecompletely empty, and the music was BLARRINGLY loud. The bar felt a bit sticky but I sat down regardless. The waitress was nice and kept everything topped off. The food was actually quite good. I had a problem with one dish and the cook took it back and made a different one for me. Will probably be back; just turn the music down

Your standard teppanyaki restaurant. The table chef had a great show. Cooked the food as ordered…read more Sushi wasn't bad, but you'd don't usually go for the sushi. Only complaint was the fried rice. My palate was missing the carrots and peas which help to make it a fried rice. It was also a little bland, could have used a little more salt or soy sauce it was cooked on the flat top. But that's just me - I know you have to account for every one at the table.

We got the lunch combinations including: teriyaki chicken, teriyaki salmon, teriyaki steak, and…read moreteriyaki shrimp Unfortunately everything was quite overcooked and dry. Everything tastes just straight cooked with teriyaki sauce, slightly burnt.