Came here for Nik's birthday and we got the golden honey boneless spare ribs and grand sushi and…read moresashimi platter to share between 3 adults. It was very grand and decadent. The spare ribs were tasty and I think they had some truffle oil. The sushi and sashimi was very fresh. The chefs provided 3-6 pieces of sashimi/sushi/nigiri of each type of fish so we could do our own tasty menu together. Our sushi boat came with the seared hamachi make + caviar roll which was really good. I would definitly order that again. The prices can be expensive, but the sushi is fresh and worth it for special occassions!

I was greeted with a smile. I sat at the bar. I enjoyed the volcano roll, although it wasn't the…read moresize I'm used to. It was very good. Potstickers were great. Beautiful decor.

A fantastic sushi restaurant and dining experience…read more This is an absolute rare hidden gem of a spot. Wakefield MA is the last place I'd think of having sushi of this quality. The food speaks for itself; it's fresh, delicious, and prepared in a way that feels like the animal was respected from start to finish. The service is attentive and quick, and the staff is incredibly knowledgeable. The inside seating area is small, but when the weather is nice the outside seating is pleasant. I have yet to attend the omakase, but I cannot wait! This is the type of spot where you'd want to keep it for yourself because it's such a cozy and delicious experience, but you also want the business to thrive!

Excellent sushi ! Small place, lot's of takeout. Very friendly. Easy to dine there…read more Very enjoyable.

Probably had the worst seats in the restaurant. Right near the aisle where everyone walks to and…read morefrom the restaurant. Other than that, the food was outstanding. Had Basil Fried Rice, Hunan Chicken, and Cilantro beef. All were excellent! Will definitely go again and hope to get a better situated table.

I gave this restaurant a try, but in hindsight, I should have been more cautious about a…read moremulti-regional Asian restaurant attempting to cover several cuisines rather than focusing on the owers origins at best. I ordered the basil chicken and shrimp basil fried rice, and unfortunately, both dishes were disappointingly bland. The basil was barely noticeable, and the rice and chicken lacked the aromatic spices, savory depth, and balance of Thai flavors I would expect from these dishes. Admittedly, I probably should have gone to a Thai restaurant, where basil-forward dishes are more likely to showcase what makes them so distinctive--the fragrance of fresh basil, layers of seasoning, and sauces that bring everything together. What I find disappointing is when Asian dishes are watered down to the point that they lose the character of the cuisine that inspired them. One of the great pleasures of Asian cuisine is its incredible diversity and depth of flavor--the herbs, spices, sauces, aromas, and traditions that give each cuisine its own identity and, most importantly, its taste of home. Unfortunately, these dishes simply didn't deliver that experience, nor peppercorn!

Always a nostalgic spot to come back to. Prices and great and service is fast! They have ACYE and à…read morela carte menu. Lunch specials are also a great deal

went for the AYCE with friends. they have fond memories of the place and with the interior and…read moresmall place i can see why it is nostalgia inducing, but for $32 per person of dinner AYCE i thought that was pretty steep. rolls were good, i'm not expecting the best of the best with AYCE, but they were yummy enough. i think the experience itself was OK and good for what it was for but i'm not sure i was convinced to go back.

Atmosphere was warm and inviting; despite the decor being minimal with coastal vibes. ps; I dined…read morehere on a sad day, an iconic day -- the Day of Dolly Parton's death. May she rest. My chow? Succulent. First, however, were the hors d'oeuvres. Labeled as "small dishes" by the establishment. Noshed on da tempura green bean; also sautéed scallops. Both are exquisite and spicy in their own way. I enjoy the heat. Let Martha know. For my main course; I opted for the shrimp marsala - it felt like a wild choice for the evening. But I was feeling reckless -- in a culinary sense, that is. The Marsala was cooked to perfection, James! Noodles of zucchini. Burp! Veggo. The shrimp was juicy and flavorful. The staff was extremely attentive and kind and knowledgeable. Best service in the area by far. Namaste, my friends. Dine here! Forks up! Yum. Chow.

- Ambiance: Situated within a plaza, so there's ample parking. The interior is sophisticated costal…read morewith tons of seating options. - Service: Our server was fantastic. I was dining with a group and when we asked about recommendations, she was happy to give a short list of her favorites. - Ordered: Calamari, lobster fries, edamame, Roast Atlantic haddock. The Roast Atlantic Haddock was probably the best white fish and I've had while visiting the state. The lobster mashed potatoes were such a unique and delicious bite. - Would recommend for: Group dinner - Rating: 4/5

We love Umi! Chef uses and makes high quality sushi! We love the personal service and lovely humans…read morewho run this place!

It is a very nice and clean place with an excellent service. Their sushi are very fresh and high…read morequality, although the selection is limited. Given the quantity you get, the price is quite reasonable.

**November 2025: Saturday Night Visit**…read more My friend and I had been driving all day and were staying at the Hyatt Medford Hotel just down the street. The Medford/Boston area seemed to all have limited parking so we were looking for a dinner option that didn't require us to drive since we were sick of circling around. Matsuba Izakaya was just a 5 minute walk away from the hotel so we we braved the cold for some delicious food. When we arrived at the restaurant we were escorted toward the back of the restaurant which was very warm and inviting. I ordered the mini omakase for $55 and was super impressed with the presentation and variety of seafood. I was presented a box of 9 different seafood offerings: uni, toro, salmon belly, fish liver, raw shrimp & fried shrimp head tempura, scallops. yellowtail, and squid. The uni and toro were fantastic, and I enjoyed everything else except for the salmon belly. For some reason the salmon belly wasn't ultra creamy - maybe it wasn't thawed enough, which is a shame because I love salmon sashimi. Nevertheless, for the presentation and price I was really impressed with the variety. It also came with a miso soup which really warmed me up quickly.

Matsuba Jzakaya is a Japanese restaurant located on 38 Riverside Ave, Medford, Ma. There is plenty…read moreof street parking in this area of Medford. Matsuba is probably one of two Japanese restaurants that is located in Medford. If I had to compare the two, I prefer Matsuba over its rival. Customer service and more importantly, quality of food is better at Matsuba over the neighboring Yoki Japanese Restaurant & Bar. Customer service was top notch when I visited for dinner with my family. The sushi was very fresh. I do regret not trying their yakitori since it is an izakaya. When we visited, we ordered monkfish liver, agadasi tofu, Naruto, katsu curry, broiled yellow tail collar, salmon ikura don, and fried tempura. See my pictures.

Great sushi place in Arlington center. I got the sashimi…read morelunch. 10 different types of fish. I liked the octopus the best. It comes with a cup of tea, miso soup, and bowl of white rice. But bad for $25.

This reallt is a must try spot if you are craving good sushi. It is on the smaller side and has…read moreindoor seating with limited counter seating. There generally is a wait but I wouldn't let that deter you as it is worth the wait. The sushi is always freshly prepared, they have some unique side dishes and sushi/maki offerings too. Ordered pick up on a Saturday. I called 10 mins after they opened and they informed me it was an hours wait. I was a bit surprised by wait time but food was ready exactly when they said it woul be. When I got there place was packed with a few groups waiting for tables. Ordered the crunchy maki, tempura maki and softshell crab maki - everything was delicious as expected. Highly recommend!

Pretty much the best AYCE sushi spot in this area, at least as of late from the spots I've recently…read morebeen to. Service is usually quick, but does tend to slow down during the lunch/dinner rush - which is expected. Aside from that, they've got chill vibes with a classic sushi bar appearance, as well as good food of course. Didn't really have any major favorites this time around, but did find the alligator and dynamite rolls pretty appealing. Definitely coming back if I've got the chance!

Our family has been going here for more than a decade. Date nights, quick lunches etc. For what…read morelacks in selections at the lunch hour has often come with great value and consistency. We love all of the different salads to start, including the avacado. If you have picky eaters, they make what seem like in-house chicken nuggets for our little one. The shrimp tempura and half dozen wings are always a must. Again, the selection for something at lunch like the special rolls could be more robust. There are 13 special rolls at dinner while only 5 at lunch. But you can still get fish at lunch, just not sashimi. The staff has always been very helpful and welcoming, timing a meal well when you need refills or dishes taken away. We will continue coming back here for many years to come, it's almost always busy so you know they are doing something right.

Ocean Sushi is our favorite sushi place around. Nothing compares! They were in our regular…read morerotation, but we moved a little further away last year, which makes it a little less convenient to get to. But the sushi is so good we still try to order from here periodically. It's just worth it! Everything we've ordered has been delightful. The sushi tastes fresh and the portions are generous. One of my favorites though is the Mushroom Tempura Maki The owner is also very friendly and kind.

Fresh big fat pieces of sushi & sashimi. My friend brought two giant traysfrom them and we all…read moreloved it.