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This place is amazing! They bring in fresh fish from Japan daily, and their sushi lunch specials are unbeatable. The service has been excellent both times we've visited--and now, unfortunately, I'm craving it again!
I have been to Sushi Kuu multiple times, and it has become a local go to for me. The food is consistently great. The sashimi is always fresh and well prepared, and there are several rolls I keep coming back for, including the Lemon Drop, Nemo, Green Goblin, and Butterfish. There is a good variety on the menu, and it is easy to find favorites. The only reason for four stars instead of five is the seating process. They are always busy and working through a long waitlist, which is understandable, but the process itself feels a bit inefficient and could be improved.
During my stay in Visalia this past month, I was highly recommended to try Sushi Kuu. As a huge seafood lover (and coming from the Bay Area), I was excited to check it out. I went on a Thursday evening around 5 PM, and the restaurant was almost completely full. Luckily, my friends and I were able to grab a table and started ordering right away. I decided to splurge a bit and ordered the chirashi bowl, while my friends shared a couple of rolls. Our meals came with a complimentary salad, which was surprisingly delicious and a great start to the meal. When my chirashi bowl arrived, I was really impressed with the presentation. The assortment of fish looked beautiful and fresh. Coming from the Bay Area, I'd say the quality is definitely comparable. I especially loved the tuna -- it was fresh, buttery, and flavorful. There was also the perfect amount of rice to complement each piece of fish, leaving me feeling satisfied but not overly full. I tried a piece of my friend's sushi roll as well and could immediately taste the freshness of the fish. Everything felt high quality and well-prepared. There's street parking right in front of the restaurant, plus additional parking across the street. I'd recommend coming a little earlier in the evening because by 6-6:30 PM, I can easily see this place being completely packed. I can definitely see why this establishment is popular because of it's food and nice interior decor. I noticed a lot of people ordering bento boxes, so that's definitely something I'll be trying next time.
I'm not gonna lie I never get sushi when I visit-- just a bunch of appetizers that are all SO delicious! Usually popcorn shrimp, inari, house salad (dressing is bomb) and some others in the mix. Weird to see low reviews about wait times.. I guess people in the valley aren't use to waiting for GREAT food but that's what happens when a restaurant is that good. It's definitely one of the best that Visalia has. I think the ambience here is also the best in Visalia-- a very cool vibe and aesthetic. Staff are always nice and overall it's one of our favorite spots. Exited for Ramen Kuu and hoping there will be different broths (like miso or fish) on the menu!
The Green Goblin was a fresh, creative take on a raw sushi roll, with a tangy sauce and just the right amount of heat. The salmon and tuna were impressively fresh, the ingredients worked well together, and the portion size was solid. Even during a busy lunch rush, the servers supported each other, so we were consistently checked on -- . The dining area was spotless, and the string lights, trellises, and exposed brick gave the place a great vibe. The space itself is large, but they've filled it with plenty of tables, which means it can get pretty noisy -- though on the plus side, that setup helps keep the wait time down. Prices were very reasonable, especially considering the quality and ambiance. Parking is street-only. The menu has plenty of options, as any good sushi spot should. Our chicken yakitori appetizer arrived toward the end of the meal, after we'd nearly finished our entrées, but it wasn't a big deal. Overall, a great lunch experience.
I think we found our new go-to sushi spot in Visalia. We can on a Saturday evening and while the place was busy (bigger inside than I thought!), we were seated promptly at a table for two. Lively ambiance. I was actually pretty impressed with how efficient the service was. We didn't wait very long at any point during the evening - drink and food orders were taken quickly and everything came out shortly after - and we didn't feel rushed at any point. The prices felt on the high end, but nothing too crazy. We ordered a few rolls and some nigiri. Good ratio of fish to rice and everything tasted so fresh. Good selection of sake and Japanese craft beer too! Heads up - they're closed on Wednesdays and Sundays. And they're closed between 2-430pm on the days they're open.
I was visiting Visalia to go to a baseball game and we stopped here to get some food. The kids pork Ramen was really good and had a really massive proportion for kids dish. The chicken gyoza was pretty good and my dad loved his salmon broccoli rice bowl and he said that it was good value and tasted super fresh and they gave him a lot just like my kids Ramen I definitely recommend sushi kuu for the taste quality and quantity.
We had a good dinner here the other night. It was Friday night during Lent, so it was very busy, and the wait was 1 hour. Once seated we were waited on very quickly. The thing that is confusing here is that you don't have one assigned server. There are multiple servers just serving all the tables. This makes it quick to ask someone for help, but you end up getting asked the same thing multiple times by different people. If one of them takes your drink order and goes to put it in, another one will see you don't have drinks yet and come to take your order that you already placed. It also makes it hard to remember who you ordered what from. I'm sure it's meant to increase efficiency, but I think it mostly increases confusion. The food at dinner was delicious, however! We had the garlic edamame, veggie and shrimp tempura, and chicken gyoza for appetizers. They were all delicious! The shrimp tempura was slightly soft inside but overall everything was great. The sushi rolls were amazing too! We had the green goblin, the volcano roll, and the firebomb roll with added cream cheese. The fire bomb with cream cheese was especially good. Finally, I ordered a chicken teriyaki bowl to go. First I had to find the server who I ordered it with. I ordered it with my meal, and she said she would put it in as we were getting close to finishing our meal. It didn't get put in until we were done eating, so we had to wait for a while to prepare it. When I opened it up to eat the next day for lunch, I was not impressed. The chicken was very bland, with no seasoning on the meat itself. The chicken was moist, but not very crispy or grilled. There was a huge helping of chicken, but it was almost too much with the serving of rice. Finally, there was almost no teriyaki since in the bowl and none served on the side. The sauce barely covered part of the rice, much less the huge mound of chicken, so unfortunately flavor was definitely lacking. Overall a great place for sushi and the food is delicious, but there is some room for improvement when it comes to the order of service and takeout quality.
Wow! This is one of those "I'd give this place 6 stars if I could" kind of reviews. This place is killer. Headed over from the Convention Center with a friend and colleague for lunch during our conference. The place was already bustling and quite full upon our arrival just before noon. Greeted and seated promptly. Fabulous! We opted for the hamachi kama (collar) for our appetizer and it was incredible. Meaty, super smoky and just so tasty. Yum! We agreed on two rolls: Lemon Drops and Fourth of July. Both fantastic! The Lemon Drops was bright and citrusy while the Fourth of July had a spicy kick and a satisfying crunch. They complemented each other really nicely. The fast and friendly service continued throughout our visit. Even though they were busy, we received our orders promptly and we never felt rushed. If you like sushi and find yourself anywhere remotely near Visalia, do yourself a favor and get yourself to Sushi Kuu. I'm certain you'll be glad you did.
We came to Sushi Kuu during a dark, rainy weeknight just before Thanksgiving. The inside was bright, loud and festive. Packed crowd with maybe a 15-minute wait. Excellent layout with spacious booths along the perimeter, open kitchen in the back, and even art displays of samurai armor and cherry blossom trees in the front. Food and service were great. I'm continuously surprised you can get excellent sushi in unexpected places, from strip malls to conference catering in Norman, OK. The nine-piece nigiri comes in a 3x3 wooden tray like a tic-tac-toe board with seriously fresh fish and well-seasoned fish. Their wasabi is actually fresh, which is uncommon in most USA sushi places. The unagi and inari were both worth getting as well. The Bento boxes come with lots of food, and you can't go wrong with the Teriyaki chicken with tempura veggies. My wife also commented that the ramen was also solid - savory milky broth with lots of fixins. Definitely recommend! Parking can be a bit tricky and its unclear whether they take reservations.
Came by for lunch to enjoy some sushi and I was not disappointed. The sushi was fresh and delicious, and the service was great. The restaurant was very clean and had a fast-paced, energetic atmosphere. Sitting at the bar was a nice touch--you can watch the chefs prepare your sushi right in front of you. Definitely a great lunch spot!
I was in Visalia for work for 1 day so I asked some locals where the best sushi was, and luckily they told me...Sushi Kuu! A very memorable experience. The waitresses are top notch and are quick to please. You never have to wait long before ordering or getting another drink. This place gets busy fast so make sure to get there at 4:30 when they open. Otherwise you might have to wait until a different day. Very pleasing to sit at the bar and watch the chefs work their magic. Thank you sushi kuu!
Living in Reno we have an abundance of sushi, most of it AYCE and mediocre. Before I grilled at there is very good sushi in Reno as well. In Central Valley visiting our kids and granddaughter and the consensus was sushi. Sushi Kuu did not miss - sushi itself was out of this world. Had to get the Bluefin as that is my thermometer for sushi - it was melt in your mouth outstanding. I got the sashimi bento box - great with a good selection of fish. Everyone else got a roll and were equally satisfied. Good selection of drinks, local crafts and Japanese. Service was outstanding, wait was not too long. Everything basically perfect. Go if in the valley and needing sushi!! read more
23 days ago
Probably best sushi spot in town. Sushi kuu and gozen are both favorites in visalia. Fish is fresh, rolls are creative and delicious. Go early, it gets packed. Service is fast. read more
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I have been to Sushi Kuu multiple times, and it has become a local go to for me. The food is consistently great. The sashimi is always fresh and well prepared, and there are several rolls I keep coming back for, including the Lemon Drop, Nemo, Green Goblin, and Butterfish. There is a good variety on the menu, and it is easy to find favorites. The only reason for four stars instead of five is the seating process. They are always busy and working through a long waitlist, which is understandable, but the process itself feels a bit inefficient and could be improved. read more
4 days ago
During my stay in Visalia this past month, I was highly recommended to try Sushi Kuu. As a huge seafood lover (and coming from the Bay Area), I was excited to check it out. I went on a Thursday evening around 5 PM, and the restaurant was almost completely full. Luckily, my friends and I were able to grab a table and started ordering right away. I decided to splurge a bit and ordered the chirashi bowl, while my friends shared a couple of rolls. Our meals came with a complimentary salad, which was surprisingly delicious and a great start to the meal. When my chirashi bowl arrived, I was really impressed with the presentation. The assortment of fish looked beautiful and fresh. Coming from the Bay Area, I'd say the quality is definitely comparable. I especially loved the tuna -- it was fresh, buttery, and flavorful. There was also the perfect amount of rice to complement each piece of fish, leaving me feeling satisfied but not overly full. I tried a piece of my friend's sushi roll as well and could immediately taste the freshness of the fish. Everything felt high quality and well-prepared. There's street parking right in front of the restaurant, plus additional parking across the street. I'd recommend coming a little earlier in the evening because by 6-6:30 PM, I can easily see this place being completely packed. I can definitely see why this establishment is popular because of it's food and nice interior decor. I noticed a lot of people ordering bento boxes, so that's definitely something I'll be trying next time. read more
5 months ago
I'm not gonna lie I never get sushi when I visit-- just a bunch of appetizers that are all SO delicious! Usually popcorn shrimp, inari, house salad (dressing is bomb) and some others in the mix. Weird to see low reviews about wait times.. I guess people in the valley aren't use to waiting for GREAT food but that's what happens when a restaurant is that good. It's definitely one of the best that Visalia has. I think the ambience here is also the best in Visalia-- a very cool vibe and aesthetic. Staff are always nice and overall it's one of our favorite spots. Exited for Ramen Kuu and hoping there will be different broths (like miso or fish) on the menu! read more
The Green Goblin was a fresh, creative take on a raw sushi roll, with a tangy sauce and just the right amount of heat. The salmon and tuna were impressively fresh, the ingredients worked well together, and the portion size was solid. Even during a busy lunch rush, the servers supported each other, so we were consistently checked on -- . The dining area was spotless, and the string lights, trellises, and exposed brick gave the place a great vibe. The space itself is large, but they've filled it with plenty of tables, which means it can get pretty noisy -- though on the plus side, that setup helps keep the wait time down. Prices were very reasonable, especially considering the quality and ambiance. Parking is street-only. The menu has plenty of options, as any good sushi spot should. Our chicken yakitori appetizer arrived toward the end of the meal, after we'd nearly finished our entrées, but it wasn't a big deal. Overall, a great lunch experience. read more
I think we found our new go-to sushi spot in Visalia. We can on a Saturday evening and while the place was busy (bigger inside than I thought!), we were seated promptly at a table for two. Lively ambiance. I was actually pretty impressed with how efficient the service was. We didn't wait very long at any point during the evening - drink and food orders were taken quickly and everything came out shortly after - and we didn't feel rushed at any point. The prices felt on the high end, but nothing too crazy. We ordered a few rolls and some nigiri. Good ratio of fish to rice and everything tasted so fresh. Good selection of sake and Japanese craft beer too! Heads up - they're closed on Wednesdays and Sundays. And they're closed between 2-430pm on the days they're open. read more
2 months ago
I was visiting Visalia to go to a baseball game and we stopped here to get some food. The kids pork Ramen was really good and had a really massive proportion for kids dish. The chicken gyoza was pretty good and my dad loved his salmon broccoli rice bowl and he said that it was good value and tasted super fresh and they gave him a lot just like my kids Ramen I definitely recommend sushi kuu for the taste quality and quantity. read more
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We had a good dinner here the other night. It was Friday night during Lent, so it was very busy, and the wait was 1 hour. Once seated we were waited on very quickly. The thing that is confusing here is that you don't have one assigned server. There are multiple servers just serving all the tables. This makes it quick to ask someone for help, but you end up getting asked the same thing multiple times by different people. If one of them takes your drink order and goes to put it in, another one will see you don't have drinks yet and come to take your order that you already placed. It also makes it hard to remember who you ordered what from. I'm sure it's meant to increase efficiency, but I think it mostly increases confusion. The food at dinner was delicious, however! We had the garlic edamame, veggie and shrimp tempura, and chicken gyoza for appetizers. They were all delicious! The shrimp tempura was slightly soft inside but overall everything was great. The sushi rolls were amazing too! We had the green goblin, the volcano roll, and the firebomb roll with added cream cheese. The fire bomb with cream cheese was especially good. Finally, I ordered a chicken teriyaki bowl to go. First I had to find the server who I ordered it with. I ordered it with my meal, and she said she would put it in as we were getting close to finishing our meal. It didn't get put in until we were done eating, so we had to wait for a while to prepare it. When I opened it up to eat the next day for lunch, I was not impressed. The chicken was very bland, with no seasoning on the meat itself. The chicken was moist, but not very crispy or grilled. There was a huge helping of chicken, but it was almost too much with the serving of rice. Finally, there was almost no teriyaki since in the bowl and none served on the side. The sauce barely covered part of the rice, much less the huge mound of chicken, so unfortunately flavor was definitely lacking. Overall a great place for sushi and the food is delicious, but there is some room for improvement when it comes to the order of service and takeout quality. read more
5 months ago
Wow! This is one of those "I'd give this place 6 stars if I could" kind of reviews. This place is killer. Headed over from the Convention Center with a friend and colleague for lunch during our conference. The place was already bustling and quite full upon our arrival just before noon. Greeted and seated promptly. Fabulous! We opted for the hamachi kama (collar) for our appetizer and it was incredible. Meaty, super smoky and just so tasty. Yum! We agreed on two rolls: Lemon Drops and Fourth of July. Both fantastic! The Lemon Drops was bright and citrusy while the Fourth of July had a spicy kick and a satisfying crunch. They complemented each other really nicely. The fast and friendly service continued throughout our visit. Even though they were busy, we received our orders promptly and we never felt rushed. If you like sushi and find yourself anywhere remotely near Visalia, do yourself a favor and get yourself to Sushi Kuu. I'm certain you'll be glad you did. read more
We came to Sushi Kuu during a dark, rainy weeknight just before Thanksgiving. The inside was bright, loud and festive. Packed crowd with maybe a 15-minute wait. Excellent layout with spacious booths along the perimeter, open kitchen in the back, and even art displays of samurai armor and cherry blossom trees in the front. Food and service were great. I'm continuously surprised you can get excellent sushi in unexpected places, from strip malls to conference catering in Norman, OK. The nine-piece nigiri comes in a 3x3 wooden tray like a tic-tac-toe board with seriously fresh fish and well-seasoned fish. Their wasabi is actually fresh, which is uncommon in most USA sushi places. The unagi and inari were both worth getting as well. The Bento boxes come with lots of food, and you can't go wrong with the Teriyaki chicken with tempura veggies. My wife also commented that the ramen was also solid - savory milky broth with lots of fixins. Definitely recommend! Parking can be a bit tricky and its unclear whether they take reservations. read more
8 months ago
Came by for lunch to enjoy some sushi and I was not disappointed. The sushi was fresh and delicious, and the service was great. The restaurant was very clean and had a fast-paced, energetic atmosphere. Sitting at the bar was a nice touch--you can watch the chefs prepare your sushi right in front of you. Definitely a great lunch spot! read more
I was in Visalia for work for 1 day so I asked some locals where the best sushi was, and luckily they told me...Sushi Kuu! A very memorable experience. The waitresses are top notch and are quick to please. You never have to wait long before ordering or getting another drink. This place gets busy fast so make sure to get there at 4:30 when they open. Otherwise you might have to wait until a different day. Very pleasing to sit at the bar and watch the chefs work their magic. Thank you sushi kuu! read more
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A place that should be on everyone's list. If you're not from the area this place is worth the trip from Fresno or Clovis. If you're a person from Tulare or Visalia and you've never been then same on you because you are missing out. This place is always good and consistent. They're always busy so the word is out. The rolls, the sashimi, bento boxes, and appetizers are must orders. The service is always impeccable. For this visit we got the sashimi platter, spicy tuna, popcorn chicken, chicken teriyaki bento box, and another roll that I can't remember but it was topped with eel. My kids love it here as does my wife also. If you don't come, oh well more for the rest of us. read more
4 months ago
Wow! This sushi was amazing. I was in town and was very impressed when we came by to try some of the rolls! First off the tempura was perfect. Very crunchy and delicious. My favorite item was the new new, it was crispy rice with spicy tuna. We also got a crunch roll and Harley roll. The Harley was so zesty, I hadn't tried anything like it before. The quality of fish was fresh and very good, the service was great too. It was a Thursday night and very busy, but we were seated within 25 minutes. read more
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We love sushi, there's a couple of good places in town, but sushi cook has been my favorite lately. If you enjoy the taste of fresh fish without all the extra layers of sauces, this is our favorite place get yourself a sashimi set and some hot green tea, delicious meal and wonderful atmosphere inside. Servers are all very friendly and food is delicious. Mid-week for dinner is better for us so we don't have the crowds, it can get a little bit loud on Fridays and weekends. read more
5 months ago
Great ice tea great service needs to be Alittle faster but in all seriousness I really enjoyed it. read more
Best Sushi in Visalia and best Ramen in the valley. This is one of the few spots that offer fresh Oh Toro, melt in your mount wagu of tuna. You will want to order a separate order for everybody at the table as it is hard to share! Read a lot of stellar reviews about the ramen so I ordered the pork belly ramen. Noodles were cooked perfectly, broth was rich and tasty, and the pork belly was perfection. Is it the best in the valley, can't say I have found any better Nice location on Main Street, parking can be tricky but persistence will pay off. Get there early to avoid the line, very popular spot! read more
11 months ago
Great food, great services, good portions. The food was delicious, I enjoyed their chicken teriyaki lunch bento box, so yummy! read more
What a refreshing gem in Visalia. The sushi quality is comparative to some of the best restaurants I've visited in larger cities. Parking was a struggle despite it being a Thursday evening and they were bustling. We waited 30 minutes and were seated at the bar as a smaller party. The staff were incredibly attentive and smiley throughout our meal. The food took 15 minutes to arrive and I was delighted in how clean and meticulous the kitchen was. =ORDERED= *Chirashi: this bowl was incredibly generous and fresh. Each piece was tender and fatty. The yellowtail, fatty tuna and albacore were my favorites. The sauces were applied sparingly and I liked how they were more complex than the typical spicy mayo. The selection of 10 different fish was more than enough to satisfy anyone. The rice was warm, slightly sweet and vinegary. *Miso Soup: came with the chirashi bowl and was a warm, salty starter. *Scallop Nigiri: plump and sweet. The chilled mollusk paired well with the rice. Loved the bite each piece had. *Rainbow Roll: loved how each piece had a thick slice of fish. The inside was stuffed with avocado and imitation crab. A nicely executed classic, shining light on their spread of tuna, salmon, yellowtail, and whitefish. A must visit spot for any sushi lover. Pricing was reasonable for the quality, especially for the chirashi bowl. The ratio of rice and fish was perfect. Surprising to find such high quality seafood in the Central Valley but I'll be back regularly for my fishy cravings. read more
1 year ago
First time finally able to get in and try! And it was I incredibly delicious!! We got the spicy cucumber salad, chicken app, and a roll. So fresh! Amazing service as well. Can't wait to try more read more
1 year ago
Everyone in our party enjoyed the food and for the price there was a lot of food included in the bento boxes. I'm not much of a sashimi eater but I tried the cherry blossom and liked it a lot, the fish was nice and soft. We also ordered a sparkling yuzu drink (alcoholic) and really enjoyed it. Overall the service was welcoming and friendly, the atmosphere was nice and relaxed, a very good choice for a dinner with friends or a date night read more
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