Sushi is always fresh. Incredible value and made to order. We love combining this with a trip to…read morethe bakery next store (Little L). Service is quick, especially if you call ahead.

I do appreciate such a variety of seafood that doesn't require a trek to the nearest Hmart or into…read morethe city but the raw fish I got here was just okay. Definitely a lot fishier than the sashimi we usually pick up at Wegman's and the cuts were a little sloppy, with bones left in the salmon and very stringy and tough. I got: the salmon, tamago, scallops, imitation crab, yellowfish, and tuna. Everything totaled about $60. The scallops were my favorite, super fresh. The salmon was perhaps the worst offender in terms of very strong fishiness but nothing that a lot of soy sauce and chili crisp couldn't fix (that's another thing - condiments like soy sauce, wasabi, and ginger packets weren't included). As other reviewers have mentioned, you can also bring the cuts of fish to them to cut up into sushi or chirashi. The staff are very friendly. They also have other fixings to host a sushi night: noodles, rice, frozen cuts of fish, seaweed, as well as a small selection of mochi.

Delicious sushi and steak bento! Our kids love the avocado sushi. The owners are very nice! Love…read moresupporting this mom and pop shop.

When in the Newton / chestnut hill... just go stop into sushi man. Owned by a sweet couple, service…read moreis always good. Small authentic vibes. Food is made with care. We'll always eventually get a fix and work our way back out here for some sushi, beef katsu, squid skewers and salmon bowls. Agedashi tofu was also good! Either way you know when you need a fix, reasonable pricing and good pricing / service. Bring ya butt thru!

Got out for lunch at Fuji in Newton, MA. Pictured here is the lunch bento box for $23. Absolutely…read morescrumptious meal with large pieces of wild caught salmon. The salmon was cooked to perfection ... temperature (moist) and flavors (delicious). The dining room was bright and clean as was the restroom. Our waiter Steven was great and checked on us often. We got in just before the lunch crowd.

Delicious food, well seasoned, good service - friendly and prompt. Nice outdoor seating too, with…read morelights and umbrellas. They're also very knowledgeable and accommodating with allergies. Only reason this got a 4 instead of 5: First, prices are very high. Second, the chicken dish was too spicy and parts of it (mostly edges) were barely warm.

Fresh fish and service. Always crowded…read more Discounted lunch. Servers are very nice and efficient.

The diningroom was. Right with front windows. The entry at was broken off from the main dining…read moreroom. It reminded me of Japan with wall escentuated by wooden strips. They have banners with Japanese symbols adjacent to the sushi bar. I had the udon with mixed vegetables and chicken. Yum. I wish I had more of it. I like to try some of the other items on the menu so I will have to return.

Picked this restaurant for a special occasion to go somewhere more fancy than usual. It didn't…read moredisappoint. It's a fairly small dining area but upscale and has an intimate atmosphere. They give you the little shrunken hand towels for your table. They have a range of appetizers that are unique; I like that their menu has things you don't see everywhere. We ordered pickled vegetables which were interesting, and the wasabi shumai (I recommend this - shumai but with a kick). We ordered 5 rolls which is a good amount for two. Their signature roll is delicious and comes with a sauce that adds some sweetness and flavor compared to soy sauce. The other rolls were also very tasty, and inventive. I don't remember the names but you can't go wrong. The fish is high quality, melt-in-your-mouth. I would certainly come back here for other occasions. Prices are a little higher than other places I go but I was looking for a nicer experience.

Nice if dated interior…read more Nice servers but they are not in synch with each other. Two waiters asked me if I wanted to order a drink in 30 seconds I told one of them I wanted hot tea at the end of my meal, but it never happened. Ice water is ridiculous in the winter, and it's also disgusting with germs. I got you nice salmon, teriyaki lunch, special, which comes with two things that need to be dipped, but no sauce for them. Comes with broccoli and carrot that needs to be cut, but no knife. Carrot was not quite cooked. Soup and salad were good. Salmon dinner was excellent. Prices are decent. This could be a great restaurant if they would pay attention.

I was looking for sushi for pick-up in the area and stumbled on this humble restaurant. We ordered…read morethe Special for Two and the quality of the food is definitely gonna lure us back here. Food: Everything in the platter we ordered was high quality and highlighted the unique tastes of the fish. Even the simple rolls like the yellowtail and the california carried their weight and really revealed how good they can be with a little extra care. Atmosphere: I can't say too much because I didn't dine in, but the decor was simple and inviting. Service: The staff that greeted me did so with a smile and the short exchange was as pleasant as can be. To top it off, the sushi chef was clearly enjoying his work and was doing it all with a smile as well.

Though it truly hurts my soul to do, it seems it's time for a posthumous review of what I believe…read morewas the best sushi restaurant in the United States, Shogun Sushi of West Newton. You always remember your first, and while Shogun doesn't have the distinction of being the first piece of sushi I ever tried, it is the first sushi restaurant I was taken to when I asked my parents for more. I couldn't have known how lucky I was at the time. It's simple, friendly interior. The comfort of its space, small without being cramped, cozy without being claustrophobic. Years later, when I visited Japan for the first time, I would realize that it was simply authentically Japanese. And the sushi! I've been to Japan, I live in California, but to this day it is the standard to which I judge every piece of sushi I eat. The fish was always fresh and flavorful, the rice perfectly seasoned, and they had bar none the best spicy mayo I have ever tasted. Seriously, the spicy scallop gunkan was the greatest thing I have ever had the pleasure to eat. If you never ordered the spicy tuna salad appetizer, I am so sorry you missed out. This brings us to the real heart of Shogun for me: Ito-San. Jiro may dream of sushi, but I dream of Ito-san's sushi. From the first moment I stepped in the door in the mid 90's to the last time I was able to stop by in 2023, Ito was there. The incredible kindness he showed me for nearly 3 decades of my life is not to be undersold. As he watched me go through countless milestones in my own life, he also shared his and his families own. Even if his sushi was lousy he would have still been one of my favorite people on this planet. But of course, his sushi was top class. This is starting to feel like a eulogy, and as far as I know no one has died. But something has been lost. Perhaps to you it was just a restaurant. But to me, Shogun Sushi was a revelation, and an institution, and a place of intense nostalgia. Knowing I can never go back is deeply saddening. At the same time, I sincerely wish Ito-San and the rest of the staff a well earned retirement. If any of you are reading this, I hope you know that every time I eat sushi I will be thinking of your restaurant, and everything it meant to me.

As a former restaurant owner in Canada, I love the opportunity to try new restaurants. We walked in…read moreto a lovely interior, commented on the very cool octopus like chandelier. This was the absolute worst Japanese food experience for my family EVER. (Go to Uni - same price and no comparison of quality). First, we checked that there were gluten free options (there were according to the menu) because I have celiac disease. I was informed that nearly all the gluten free items indeed had cross contamination so couldn't be trusted. We ordered several items, asked the server to confirm with the chef before we ordered. She suggested we decide first and the chef could let us know if he/she could do it. First we ordered sushi, And edamame, my son and daughter ordered a main course, the uni Risotto, which was very, very strongly fishy tasting and some salmon crispy rice item, which was also disappointing. Everything came without order or reason, our sushi came out last, but not all of it, we got some sushi after we received our dessert. Eventually, I was told the mushrooms and the eggplant could be prepared safely. The eggplant was the second best item of the evening. The mushrooms were not palatable, they were in fact disgusting, truly. We had to repeatedly ask for water, a drink spilled and we asked for a replacement napkin, which we also never got. The sushi was pedestrian, the sweet chili sauce on the scallop roll tasted exactly like the sweet sauce you buy at Whole Foods. The spicy salmon was the best sushi item, and even that, the sauce was runny. The pickled ginger was great, but we received two slices for three rolls. The tuna sushi my son ordered was also okay, but certainly not worth the $$$. Ironically, the desserts were the only enjoyable items, even though one came before the sushi. I would not waste my money nor my time here, go to Uni, there is absolutely no comparison! So very disappointing.

A hidden gem in Chestnut Hill with great food! Perfect for date night or a night out with friends…read more Our server was attentive and quick, which we appreciated very much. We loved the madai uzusukuri, pork belly bao bun, miso black cod, tako, and sashimi (otoro, chutoro, king salmon)! Madai uzusukuri - the sauce was perfection and the dish was topped with some crunch, which made it delightful. The pork belly bao bun was fairly fatty (which I loved) and slightly salty. Tako was perfectly grilled, meaty with a tangy and mildly spicy sauce. And our favorite, miso black cod! Loved that it comes with soshito peppers. I'm biased because I love miso black cod, but this did not disappoint. Wonderful taste and great texture. Will need to come again to try their omakase.

I liked to gate keep this place since it is so good! The sushi is always beyond fresh which is what…read moremakes me come back! It is very small in there but they make it work with the space they have. The sushi came out super fast and was extremely fresh. If you are looking for a local spot with really quality sushi, I would definitely stop by to dine in or take out!

Yum!!! Such a gem and I wish we found it sooner! The sushi…read morewas soo fresh and yummy. The value was really great for what you got. I usually leave a sushi dinner feeling hungry for more but I was full & happy. What a treat :) We were seated at the bar and would have preferred to sit at a table but maybe we just should speak up next time. Either way, it was so good and I'm thankful for a very nice dinner.

Ordered takeout online. Great prices for the cash-only deal. No frills, great cheap sushi. Three…read morerolls and a miso soup for $21.35 after tax! I got two spicy tuna rolls and a crazy roll. There wasn't an option to pick two of the same rolls online, but I left a comment and they followed instructions. The rice on the rolls were cooked well, and they did not overfill the rolls with rice. Good portion for the miso soup too. It was packaged nicely. This will be a frequent visit for me!

The Sushi Bento Box Deluxe Entree is such a good deal for a takeout sushi dinner (only $24). I sub…read morethe California maki for a second spicy tuna maki. I haven't been able to find another sushi takeout place with the same type of meal option. They have a bunch of other good deals as well, especially for lunch. The sushi is always fresh and they're fast! I've done both pickup and delivery and have always had a great experience! Parking can sometimes be a little tough but I usually find a spot down the street.

My son wanted sushi while we were in Boston so we found Blue Ribbon. I had been to a few of these…read moreelsewhere so we knew it was going to be good. Everything was perfect. Our waiter was extremely attentive and the food was fantastic. I had the unagi, my son had the grilled shrimp sushi rolls, and my wife had a sushi plate. Everything was excellent. The atmosphere is very cozy and as we left, the chefs all said goodbye. We highly recommend.

Overrated AF for the price…read more I came in for an early dinner on a Saturday. Handful of patrons at the bar and tables. 5 sushi chefs so the food came out super quick, but the service was pretty poor. Had to proactively ask for food/drinks and was never checked on. Tuna tartare was the most disappointing I've ever had and the bar tender didn't notice that I left half of it on the plate. Lychee martini was beautiful but the taste was lackluster. Hamachi crudo and nigiri were excellent. But very little substance for a very high price tag with disappointing service.