This is my new favorite sushi spot. The food is immaculate! I have yet to have a dish I didn't…read morelike. The only time I was like "meh" was when I had the matcha latte (3/5). Speaking of the food, let's get into it. Mango Avocado Roll: Refreshing and Delicious. This was a great appetizer to my poke bowl. Oasis Poke Bowl: This was deliciously refreshing as well, however it doesn't come with any sauce. I asked for a side of teriyaki which made everything better; elevated the entire bowl. Surf N Turf: I will order this moving forward as my go-to roll. The beef was cooked to perfection and paired perfectly with the salmon. This roll itself filled me up, I thought I was going to order something else but I was done after that. Salmon and Shrimp Teriyaki: My partner gets this each time and I am always so excited to throw my fork into his plate. The teriyaki sauce here is so tasty, I want to put it on everything! The salmon and shrimp are also cooked super well, no chewiness here. Great amount of crisp on the salmon, the way it slides onto the fork is beautiful to watch. Vegetable Gyoza: The star of the show!! Best appetizer they have truly. I was so sad when there was no more. But thankful to have been able to experience such a great starter. Sweet Potato Roll: (Not pictured) The roll was ok, I liked it but felt like it was missing something. Maybe I would have liked it if it was Korean sweet potatoes. I won't order again because the menu is so extensive I can't limit myself to something I thought was ok. (4/5) Overall, Shokudo is a fantastic place to eat. It's truly an experience. The music is amazing and not overbearing, the ambiance is beautiful and there's multiple conversation pieces. What I love about looking at the items in the restaurant is how they go from traditional to contemporary. The servers were the sweetest, they all were extremely hospitable. All I can say is, I'll be back and if you go... you may see me there.

We ordered a sushi combo and substituted the spicy tuna roll for a regular tuna roll. We were told…read morethis would cost an extra $2.00, which I thought was odd since the spicy tuna roll is usually more expensive than the regular one-- but fine. When the combo came out, it still had the spicy tuna roll. We sent it back, and the waiter returned to tell us that it would actually be an additional $2.00 because we changed it to a regular tuna roll. Not wanting to argue, I just said "OK," but I definitely wasn't happy. I also ordered the chicken teriyaki, which was rubbery and didn't taste like any teriyaki I'm used to. Our appetizer never came, and when we asked about it, all the waiter could do was apologize. At that point, that was all they could offer.

THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ All of the food we ordered was EXCELLENT. ++++ Maki Special with Spicy Salmon, Spicy White Tuna and Spicy Yellowtail sushi rolls were all very good. Not going to blow you away, but as good as you would expect your sushi rolls to be ++++ Sushi/Sashimi Combo arrived in a boat and all of the sushi, sashimi were super fresh. ++++ Chicken Udon was one of the best udons we ever had at one of these local Japanese restaurants! Soup was great, udon was great, there was plenty of vegetables inside and the chicken was verrrrry tender and tasty. ++++ A complimentary vanilla ice cream was served at the end of our meal. + The waitresses were very friendly and attentive. The food arrived fairly quickly. + There are plenty of parking spaces in the private lot of this little strip mall. THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - The menu prices are a bit on the high side for everything and it would be nice if things were $1-$2 cheaper like some other local Japanese restaurants. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Restaurant is tight inside, with not a lot of walking space, and there aren't many tables, but there is a cozy feel to it.

- Small, cozy spot with 5 booth-style tables along the walls, 3 two-seaters in the center, and 1…read moreoutdoor table - Kitchen ventilation could be better--air gets smoky at times and the smell lingers on clothes - Super friendly and attentive staff; service was quick and efficient - Food was very good: sushi, sashimi, and rolls were extremely fresh; udon was hot and flavorful with bouncy noodles and tender chicken; house salad came drenched in ginger dressing--might be too much for some, but that's the way I like it - Complimentary vanilla ice cream at the end--not sure if it's standard, but a nice touch and the kiddos loved it - Cash discount available

My kids love this place. They love the hibachi. The Food is good and chefs are great.read more

We come here usually a few times a year and always a party of 7 or more. This time it was 2 adults…read moreand 5 kids. 1 in a highchair, so didn't eat. 3 kids meals & the other child ate off the regular menu. There was a charge for $33 extra for fried rice, which barely had any veggies or eggs added. The cost isn't an issue if you're getting your monies worth. The hibachi guy was great. He was very nice and interactive with us and the kids. We tipped him, as we always tip them for cooking. My problem was the server, Maricela. She brought us two bottles of water, took our order and came back once after the food was cooked. We waited 20 minutes for the check because she wasn't around. If it were busy, I'd understand, but it was not. She didn't have a smile the entire time. When she finally made her way back around, we asked for the check. Didn't complain, just simply asked for the check. The kicker- She decided to add on 20% gratuity, didn't say a word, just added it. I understand large parties, gratuity is added, but you add it for 3 adult meals? That's pretty sad she felt the need to add it. It was written on the check in pen & didn't say a word to us. We paid with Apple Pay and did cash for the tip. Usually a cash tip is much appreciated, in this case it was not. She then came over and told us we didn't have enough money on the table ($40 cash tip) and that it's mandatory to pay what they add to the check. First of all, it is not. We always tip over 20% any where we go & in fact we did and gave $10 to the hibachi guy. I have two regrets tonight here. Spending over $300 for a meal (tips included) & not taking the $40 from her and telling her she didn't deserve any of it. If this wasn't enough, she was complaining to the hostess about it. The manager, Nester I believe? Just apologized for the service and waitress back talking. No real apology , just said he recognized us and said sorry it happened. Last time we come here. Hard earned money can be spent anywhere. Maricela, you deserved $0! & you sure shouldn't be in customer service.

Blu Sushi is officially our new favorite sushi spot…read more This small, intimate BYOB restaurant is a hidden gem with incredibly fresh seafood and friendly, attentive staff who never rush you. Reservations are by phone only, which adds to its charm. We started with the miso soup, kani salad, and shrimp tempura--all delicious. The miso soup was flavorful, the kani salad was fresh, and the tempura had a perfectly light, crisp batter. For rolls, the Surf & Turf and Iso Maki are absolute must-orders. The Sushi & Sashimi Boat for Two is generous enough for 3-4 people if you add appetizers or rolls. The first thing you'll notice is the freshness, especially the fatty tuna (toro), it truly melts in your mouth. As big sushi fans who've been to Japan, we can confidently say Blu Sushi delivers exceptional quality. If you appreciate pristine seafood, thoughtful preparation, and a warm, intimate setting, Blu Sushi is a true gem and an absolute must-visit.

I think I found my new sushi spot! Blu sushi was fresh and delicious. Rolls were made very well…read more The veggie gyozas were a nice starter and the sushi pizza was well made. It is byob. Ambiance was nice and casual but a little elevated.

Food was fine, but the experience was disappointing. We told our waitress before ordering that…read moresomeone in our party had a sesame seed allergy. Despite that, our crab salad came out with sesame seeds. Then the chicken yakitori came out with sesame seeds. And then the sushi came out with... sesame seeds. Three separate dishes, all after we had explicitly notified them. Allergy communication is basic restaurant safety, and this level of oversight isn't acceptable. Wouldn't return based on that alone.

Brought to you from the owners of Mirak Cliffside Park so you know they will provide some fresh,…read moregreat Japanese. Received a warm welcome from the whole staff. Restaurant is beautiful and spacious. Parking lot available as they are in a small strip mall. I am frequently in the area so will be back often for lunch. Have brought many of my coworkers and everyone has loved it.

I first came here through a Yelp Elite experience and loved it so much that I came back again with…read moremy family. We ordered the tofu bao buns, shrimp bao buns, karaage, curry, and dessert - the bao buns were OK, but the karaage, curry, and dessert were delicious. They have the BEST bingsoo. We tried the crème brûlée bingsoo and it was amazing - not too sweet, not overly large, just the perfect size. I've tried many different bingsoos, and this one is hands down my favorite. Honestly, I probably wouldn't have discovered this place if it weren't for the Yelp Elite event, and I'm so glad I did. I'll definitely be back to try their ramen next time. Service was good, though a little slow at times even when it wasn't very busy. The space itself is huge and very roomy. One thing to note: during the winter it can get quite chilly inside since the restaurant is right next to the entrance doors - we ended up wearing our coats the entire time. To the owner: please bring back the tofu and shrimp tacos with the green sauce because they were amazing!

Nice spot. 1) The…read morekaarage was excellent. Highly recommend it. 2) The chicken nanban was great as well. 3) Overall, a nice spot to get Japanese food.

Always great service and food at Maru! We love sitting at the bar area by the chefs and seeing what…read morethey are making. Their Omakase is great and very filling. All of the staff there are so friendly and accommodating.

I absolutely love sushi and will travel far for the freshest bites, the kind that tastes like they…read morejust jumped off the boat! I recently discovered Maru in Ridgewood, and ever since, I've been back multiple times for both lunch and dinner. Their hand rolls are amazing, especially the wagyu beef with uni and the ikura with uni, or uni sushi, all are absolute must-tries if you love uni as much as I do. Their lunch set, particularly the Maki special, is a fantastic deal. It comes with a generous salad, maki, sushi, end with choice of udon and by the end of the meal, you get so much food that it's hard to finish! Great quality, great portions, services are fantastic as well and definitely worth a visit!

Went to Paramus Park mall over the weekend. Stopped by Nori to get a quick lunch. There wasn't much…read moreline, there was already a lot of chicken already cooked. Ordered the chicken teriyaki with rice and vegetables. The platter was ready within five minutes. Loved the chicken, had lots of huge pieces with some nice grilled layer on them. Vegetables were boiled nicely. I love getting food from them when I am at the mall.

Food was not tasty at all. Even though it was cheap, not worth it. Unfortunately there are limited…read moreoptions at this mall.

THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ Solid sushi, nothing spectacular, but hits the spot. ++++ Sushi Regular fish was relatively fresh on the sushi pieces, 8 in total. It also came with a choice of a regular roll. ++++ Spicy Maki Combo, which consisted of any 3 spicy rolls, did not taste or look like spicy rolls. They just looked like regular rolls, but they were still decent. There were only 4 spicy rolls to choose from though, of which I chose the Spicy Tuna, Spicy Salmon and Spicy Yellowtail. ++++ Chicken Udon was surprisingly VERY good. Even though it was just a simple chicken udon, the chicken was quite flavorful and tender. Broth was your typical miso broth/soup. THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - Waiters can be a little bit more enthusiastic, but food arrived pretty quick. MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Extremely busy on a Friday evening at 5:30 PM so make reservations! We were fortunate to have secured walk-in seats at the sushi bar since it was reserved for a party at 7:30 PM.

- Located right off a main road in a residential area, with a decent-sized parking lot that seems…read moreto provide just enough spaces for dine-in guests - Small restaurant with a mix of tables, booths, and sushi bar seating; décor is dated and feels a bit dingy--an update would go a long way - Quite busy on a Friday evening--most tables were either occupied or reserved; we were seated at the sushi bar but were told the seats were reserved in about 1.5 hours - Service was OK--staff were efficient but not particularly warm or attentive, and often appeared to be rushing - Large menu with plenty of choices, including sushi, sashimi, rolls, udon, donburi, katsu, teriyaki, bentos, and more - Food was fresh and portions were decent--the sushi regular comes with eight pieces of sushi (with nicely sized cuts of fish) plus your choice of any regular roll (I chose the American Dream--large portion with nice flavor, but seaweed was very chewy); the spicy maki combo (tuna, salmon, yellowtail) was underwhelming as none of the rolls were actually spicy; the chicken udon arrived hot with a mild broth, generous pieces of tender chicken, a handful of greens, a couple of kamaboko slices, and a satisfying portion of chewy, bouncy udon noodles - Cash discount available

Great spot with very good food, service and clean atmosphere. My husband did the Omakase and really…read moreenjoyed it, he said it was very tasty. Our server was super kind too, we will def be back.

Came here for the tasting menu (omakase) with a friend. There is a large lot behind the restaurant…read morewith plenty of metered parking. Inside has a sophisticated yet simple look. We were seated right away. It's nice that the place is BYOB so we brought a nice bottle of wine and they don't charge any corking fees or anything like that. Staff took a while to get the bottle opened and brought back to us but the rest of the service was smooth and quick. Fish is very fresh and delicious and the tasting menu offers a nice mix of hot and cold dishes. Was exactly the right amount of full by the end. It's not quite NYC omakse but a very good alternative. The main issue is the high prices so would only go here sparingly.