The staff changed. The flavor profile changed…read more Salt levels increased. Menu stayed the same. Rolls are still unevenly cut... Chicken katsu was dry and the sauce super salty. Unable to finish and refused the offer to take it to go. Can't deal with looking at it for another meal. Conclusion: Not my cup of tea.

We love Umami! I love the ambiance and fresh sushi here…read more I love their Kobe roll, yellow roll and umami roll. I love their tea, edamame and rock shrimp. Everything I have had here is delicious. The staff is friendly and helpful. I feel like I'm walking into a spa when I come here. I love it here! I can't wait to come back!

The food there is so fresh, the service also was excellent and very friendly. Beautiful family that…read moreruns it! Price point is affordable, especially for lunch, comes with a complementary miso or soda! Eel tasted delicious, it's my favorite! I love that it's very near to where i live, also lots of parking in the area, it is free meters after 6pm. Must visit you won't regret!

Compared to the previous owners, this team tries to maintain the standard but just misses the mark…read more Yet, it is still a great option in the neighborhood with fresh ingredients, friendly service, and good size portions. No matter if you come alone or with a group, you will enjoy your time here. Recommend!

Food is decent here for Long Island. I like their pajeon (pancake). It's crispy, has great filling…read more(scallions, shrimp, squid, and something unexpected - mixed veggies (carrots and peas)) and is a generous portion. Their other foods are okay too - we got: 1. Eel teriyaki lunchbox that came with a healthy serving of eel over cabbage, 4 pcs of California roll, 2 shumai, (1) shrimp tempura, rice and salad. 2. Spicy squid lunch special - this has a little bit of a kick and can get quite spicy. Recommended to ask for less spicy if you cannot handle the heat. This came with rice, salad, 4 pcs California roll. 3. Clam kalguksu (hand pulled noodles), savory broth with plenty of little clams still in shell. I've had better, but this wasn't bad either. All of the above came with miso soup and a variety of veggie banchans (radish, pickled jalapeños and water kimchi). Service was fine, the place was actually quite busy with take out and dine in. They were attentive and checked on us a few times while we ate. The dining area itself is a little bit outdated though with worn down seating areas, but otherwise comfortable enough for a quick bite. FYI, there is a 4% fee for credit card payments, no minimum.

We were looking for a place to eat lunch in the area and decided to come here. My husband got the…read moreeel cucumber rolls and I got the Korean fried chicken & seafood pancake. The chicken consisted of wings, drums and thighs. Tasted bland on its own so you need to rely on the sauce (I usually just eat it plain but with this, I couldn't). The pancake was pretty good~ crispy and flavorful (I need to ask for no carrots & peas next time). The sushi was decent- bc it was Sunday, they didn't have the 2/3 roll lunch special so we paid full price for each roll. The service was friendly & attentive, lots of options on the menu and the restaurant itself was very clean with pop music blasting. We'll definitely be back again.

I have visited their other location so I knew the sushi wouldn't dissapoint. This is my quick go to…read morespot for sushi. I like that they have an outdoor section as well.

Once again we were impressed with the food service and atmosphere. We will repeat. George the…read moremanager deserves praise for his hospitality and courtesy as well as the entire team

Koiso truly exceeded all my expectations. I was expecting an overpriced, decent sushi restaurant in…read morethe middle of Carle Place, but was blown away by an authentic, Japanese-run local gem. The owners seem to know all of their regulars here, and made time to stop by each table to greet customers. The menu here is fairly extensive with different sushi/sashimi combinations. Great for groups, and for really reasonable prices too. We ordered two mystery boxes ($55? or $50? for the premium, and about $35 for the regular) and two sushi/sashimi omakase dinners. Everything was DELIGHTFUL. I usually find one or two pieces that I'm not the greatest fan of, and that was the case here too with a torched piece (not sure what it was). The other fish was great though - they don't skimp on portions & the rice is well seasoned. The interior of the restaurant is a bit dated, but doesn't take away from the food. Will definitely be back! Parking was fairly easy in the neighborhood.

I brought a dog food in my home. I asked to pack rest of a…read morepork curry to go. They poured food in a container as garbage after I asked them to go rest of my food. I wonder what made them to treat a customer with careless service. I used to love this place as my favorite Japanese restaurant but not anymore. One simple careless service made me this place was not good enough to take care of customer. I gave them one star and make them to wake up unconcerned business mind.

I went to this place a few months ago to get some sushi and it was great! I would definitely come…read moreby again. The sushi was AMAZING ESPECIALLY THE SEX ON THE BEACH ROLL!!! a bit pricy but its totally worth it. service was relatively quick and the ambiance was really nice actually. this place is worth glazing and everyone should get sushi from here.

We went on a Sunday early evening to grab a quick bite. The place has a nice atmosphere and the…read morestaff was very nice. we got the grilled squid and. some appetizer that had spicy tuna on a wasabi cracker. We also got two rolls, the mango Hawaii roll and the Baja roll. I usually don't like squid in Japanese places, but this place did it pretty good. The spicy tuna on the wasabi cracker was OK. I couldn't really tell if it was tuna or any other kind of fish. Both the mango Hawaii roll and the Baja roll were pretty good. Nothing really impressed us, but it was good.

Me and my friends have been here a few times, have tried their hibachi and their regular menu…read moreoptions. This place has a modest, traditional decor with customer photos on the walls, creating a warm and friendly atmosphere despite being a bit dated. The ambiance is lively and fun during hibachi dining, as skilled chefs perform entertaining cooking tricks. They offer a good variety of menu options and a noticeable sweet, friendly, attentive staff who provides fast/quick service. They keep the hibachi and dining area tidy and clean. The food portions that they serve are good enough. What I have tried on my recent visit here were wonton soup and chicken tempura roll. The soup has a nice shrimp and pork flavor in it while I the chicken tempura roll's crispness and taste was enjoyable. Food prices are affordable and fair. Good friendly service, wide-ranging food menu, delightful, delicious meals and good value are the reasons why we keep coming back to this place.

Came here for dinner and had a great time. The chef we had was very funny and very engaging with…read morethe crowd. We had family visiting from another country and the entire time they were completely mesmerized by everything. The staff was super friendly and patient with them as they spoke no English. The food was well cooked and seasoned very yummy. It was a tad salty, but the sauces they give you are sweet, so it balanced everything out. This was not my first time coming here and every time I come, I always have a pleasant experience. Will be back.

We came here for lunch not knowing it was a buffet. The price is $21 a person and ice cream is not…read moreincluded. You also get one free drink. We did not eat too much because rolls are filling.m, there's no sashimi included in this lunch buffet. Be advised that their Kami salad is a very large portion and mostly cucumber. That was my regret, ordering the salad. Otherwise everything was good. Love their fish tank, will definitely come back for dinner one day.

If you're looking for a sushi spot that delivers both quality and comfort, Sushi Republic really…read morehits the mark. The space is nice, clean, and surprisingly spacious--perfect whether you're going for a casual dinner or a group outing. We were lucky enough to get our own private room, which made the experience feel even more special and relaxed. The service was excellent from start to finish--attentive without being overbearing. Staff checked in at just the right times, made great recommendations, and kept everything running smoothly. We went with the all-you-can-eat (AYCE) option but couldn't resist trying a few à la carte items too. Honestly, everything met (and even exceeded) expectations. The fish tasted fresh, the presentation was on point, and every roll and dish came out flavorful and well-prepared. Portions were just right--not too small where you feel unsatisfied, and not overly large either, so you can try a good variety without feeling overwhelmed. No long waits between rounds either, which is always a huge plus for AYCE. We also ordered sake, and it was the perfect match--really complemented the flavors of the sushi and elevated the whole dining experience. What really stood out was how consistent the quality was across the board--whether it was classic rolls, specialty items, or hot dishes. Everything felt thoughtfully prepared, not rushed like some AYCE spots can be. Overall, a great experience: delicious food, a comfortable atmosphere, attentive service, and that added bonus of a private dining space. Definitely a spot I'd come back to--and bring friends next time.

Located in a shopping plaza full of different restaurants. My friend was craving Asian food so…read morestopped by here for a quick lunch. The staff is super friendly and attentive. We ordered a couple hand rolls and the sashimi 18 piece that comes with a salmon handroll. The portions are very generous and the price point is super reasonable. Rarely do you find a place with suntory draft beer in the states. The interior is very cute and the little details help accentuate the trendy modern look. I thought the restaurant was new but the waitress told me it's about 4 years old.

I have been here 3x in less than two weeks. Can't get enough of their spicy snow crab avocado hand…read moreroll or the Waygu Shiso Hand roll. Service is attentive, kind, patient, & it is truly a pleasure to see the staff each visit. I always sit at the sushi counter, there are so many seats! They have booths and tables as well. Parking lot is huge & free. The restaurant is located between Red Lobster & Fogo De Chao.

I was craving some sushi and I didn't feel like going into the city…read more I must say, the sushi was very good, and the prices were reasonable. I ordered a lunch special three rolls for $25. Also, they have a happy hour every day from 4-7 PM with a $10 menu. The server is attentive and the food comes out pretty fast. The place is simply clean, with a sleek design. I recommend sitting by the bar area, which is more lively.

I debated between stars good vs okay. I mean we did like our food. Not the best Japanese in the…read morearea but it was good. Ambiance wasn't bad either. Service was okay. Our waiter was possibly new and I mean my dad is in the business so I'm very understanding and quite easy to please. They have mocktails and cocktails here. I don't drink so I love some good mocktails. I ordered a strawberry dreams too. I didn't even realize they also have an alcoholic drink called strawberry dreams lol. I mean whoever made the menu maybe don't do that. Anyway I was confused when he came out with two drinks but we explained it's the name of the drink, not 2 lol and we thought it was sort of funny. You'd think maybe he'd say oh there is an alcoholic version. Anyway I took a sip and yeah a nice strong yummy drink. I mean if I wanted alcohol I'd be very pleased lol. I didn't so I was like um yeah I just wanted a mocktail. So yeah got my mocktail which was also very yummy. I took off a star and debated between 3-4 stars because I have an alcoholic mom in recovery. I started to wonder well what if that had been her? My mom has a nose like a dog so she probably would've smelled the drink before ever taking a sip lol but still I can't even imagine like well what if it was my mom? I'm not in recovery though and my mom wasn't with us, nor did it happen to her lol. It was a silly mistake so yeah that's why I went back and forth between 3-4 with the stars in my review. I haven't even told my mom about the silly mixup because I don't want her being terrified anytime we go out to dinner that she might accidentally drink alcohol :P They should really think about changing the drink names so there is never any confusion! Just encase it's ever someone who really cannot drink and could ruin their life lol. But hey it wasn't the end of the world for me and now an amusing story we have to tell. I ended up with the 4 stars because the rock & roll shrimp was really delicious. So was the sushi esp the tuna one.