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    TARU

    4.7 (488 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Kathy V.

    Back in Vegas and my eating spree is officially back in effect. First stop on the list was TARU Sushi. One of my besties actually found this amazing spot and I was so excited because we definitely have the same taste when it comes to food. The restaurant itself is spacious, modern, and the service was super friendly. Now let's talk about the food... OMG, we ordered SO much and every single bite tasted incredibly fresh Favorites? The Suzuki, salmon belly, creamy uni pasta that was rich but not heavy at all, mussels, cucumber salad, uni, and the seared salmon with tobiko. Every dish just kept getting better and better. Safe to say... I LOVE this restaurant and already want to go back for more. Definitely coming here again

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    Michelle A.

    The sushi is so fresh, delicious and beautifully presented. Service was outstanding. We came for our anniversary and enjoyed the low lighting and romantic vibe.

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    Dan T.

    We are back again and I'm sure John won't remember us. We car late at night after concerts few months back and had wonderful service by John and excellent sashimi. This time we are back since we fed the kids and wife craving for a great sushi. Ordered Shaginiyan platter and uni pasta to share including oyster. All was marvelous and tasty. This place can get busy and super busy but the 2 host/server maintain all spectacularly. I do feel bad for them running around and even though we waited the good side we get sake for free that keep flowing while we wait so no harm done. They know how to take care their customers. Give this a try and you will be amazed how great their food is. This place screams great first date ambiance. It's so romantics with plenty of drinks to choose from and of course John is the master mixer.

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    Karen E.

    Really enjoy eating at Taru. Service is great especially John. They do a great job making what you request. We wanted light on the rice with our fish pieces.

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    Jeri F.

    We decided to visit Taru on a whim on a random Thursday night. We were seated immediately upon arrival and were greeted by a very nice server whose name I now no longer recall. I am so sorry. I ordered an old fashioned which took a little bit longer to come out. As a result of that, the server made it super special and turned it into a smoked old fashioned. What a nice touch/service recovery. Everything we had here was divine as shown on the pictures. The sushi was fresh and the oysters, albeit being tiny, packed so much flavor. The Uni pasta was interesting, but in a good way. I would say the price point is truly warranted because of the quality of the fish and other dishes, as well as the exemplary service that is provided during the meal. The server even asked for our names and shook our hands as we were about to leave. I hope that Taru stays in business for a long, long time. We will be back to support, no doubt.

    Mussels and clams
    Ashley C.

    We checked out Taru for the first time last weekend. The ambience is great for date night vibes. The staff is warm, attentive, ajd knowledgeable. We opted for the spicy margarita, half dozen raw oysters, pork belly, chicken thigh, and short rib skewers, mussels and clams, and an assortment of nigeri. The oysters and nigeri were some of the best I've had in Vegas so far. A great sushi spot when you want to dine off the strip!

    Stella J.

    We came before the BSB concert on Sunday at like 530 surprisingly it wasn't more full here. We got seated right away and ordered hot tea. They have a really extensive menu and we had settled on a few things to order. We got the truffle salmon sashimi, chu toro roll, winter flower roll, creamy salmon, koki wrap, soft shell crab roll. The highlights were the truffle salmons sashimi, chu toro roll and the koki wrap. All the rolls didn't have too much rice which was excellent but some of them weren't that many pieces. We weren't super hungry but some didn't get to try some rolls. Total for 5 w/tax & tip:$280

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    Diane B.

    Tried Taru and it was really good! Very fresh, tasty and clean food. The 10 piece nigiri, Ala carte sushi ( 2 piece min) were all delicious! Joon, thank you for nice service. Only complaint was miso soup came out lukewarm- should be very hot. We will be back again for sure!

    Stella Y.

    Located off the strip but worth a short drive. Probably some of the best sushi I've tried. Very fresh fish. Highly recommend smoked sashimi appetizer. 5/5. We tried a few different rolls, sashimi salad, miso soup and finished the dinner with green tea tempura ice cream. All very good. Restaurant itself is a beautiful venue with contemporary interior design, open concept kitchen and lovely lighting fixtures. Service was great, helpful and genuine. We will be back when visiting Vegas. Many thanks for the yummy dinner and hospitality!

    Rolly T.

    Another good sushi place in Vegas. Chinatown that is not all you can eat. They have great selection of sushi and sashimi - good quality of fish. They also had some Japanese pasta dish - the uni pasta is pretty good. They have good cocktails and Japanese beer selection. Server is great and helpful. Place is big and not crowded. Ample of parking sharing the Macys lot.

    Lucy L.

    It's not every day you stumble upon a brand-new sushi spot that instantly earns a place on your favorites list--but that's exactly what happened when I visited this somewhat newly opened sushi restaurant on Spring Mountain Road. Nestled among the vibrant mix of Asian eateries in the area, this place is already setting itself apart with super fresh ingredients, artful presentation, and a team that clearly knows (and loves) what they're doing. Let's start with the ambiance. The interior is modern, minimalist, and warm, with subtle wood accents and soft lighting that creates a calming, Zen-like vibe without feeling too formal or cold. You immediately get the sense that this is a space where both quality and experience matter. Whether you're out for a relaxed dinner with friends or a quiet sushi date, the setting strikes a perfect balance between casual comfort and upscale presentation. There's bar seating if you want to watch the sushi chefs in action, and it's worth it--the precision and care they take with each roll is truly mesmerizing. But the regular tables are just as comfortable and give you a great view of the beautiful plating that comes to your table. Now, onto the star of the show: the sushi. Every piece of fish we had was unbelievably fresh--clean, buttery, and rich in flavor without a hint of fishiness. You can taste the difference immediately. We started with a simple yet elegant sashimi platter, and each slice (tuna, salmon, yellowtail, and scallop) was immaculate in cut, temperature, and texture. The tuna practically melted in my mouth, and the scallop was sweet and delicately briny in all the right ways. From there, we tried a few signature rolls, and they blew us away. One featured spicy tuna topped with seared salmon and a tangy yuzu drizzle--it was a flavor bomb in the best way. Another standout was their house special with unagi, avocado, and tempura flakes, delivering the perfect balance of creamy, crispy, and smoky. Even the rice--which is so often overlooked--was perfectly seasoned and just the right temperature. That attention to detail really speaks to the restaurant's commitment to quality. We also tried a miso soup and a small plate of shishito peppers while waiting, and both were great touches that made the experience feel even more complete. We highly recommend this sushi restaurant to sushi lovers !

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    26 days ago

    Food and service are beyond awesome! Highly recommend checking this place out. Unique sushi offerings - everything we tried was YUM!

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    Love the food so fresh and not a lot of sauce on it , you can actually taste the fish.

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    11 days ago

    Food here was amazing!! Was visiting LV from Vegas and. Decided to go off-strip for some sushi and we were glad we chose TARU!

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    26 days ago

    Delish Sushi/Sashimi and great service. Saki and beer hit the spot. Ambiance is intimate

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    Do you deliver to the LV strip (Flamingo)?

    Unfortunately, we don’t. But we do provide takeout service. Thanks for your inquiry.

    Can they accommodate large groups of 25+?

    Yes, we can. Please provide your phone number and email address in order to discuss more detail. Thank you.

    Is your fish wild caught or farm raisedi?

    Thanks for your inquiry. Mostly wildcaught, but there are some farm raised fish as well.

    Is this ayce?

    Not it is not but its best quality sushi and very delicious

    Do you accept Apple Pay?

    Yes we do

    Can you do a party for 20 people? Do you have a Private room?

    Dear Jerold, Although we don’t have a private room, we sure can accommodate a party of 20 or more.… Read more

    What time do they open?

    5pm to 12am Every day

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    Umami

    Umami

    4.4
    (3.1k reviews)
    11.7 mi
    $$$

    I'm not local to the area, but when I'm in town-my parents seem to gravitate to taking my brother…read moreand I here. Assuming you coordinate your order(s) with your table and don't order rolls with a lot of rice, it's totally doable to get a great bang for your buck here! We ordered an array of items such as the nigiri, baked green mussels, oysters, edamame, mini udon, baked scallop roll, yakitori skewers, The Shit, Umami Special, and plenty more! Drink wise: 10/10 would recommend the Strawberry Lychee Soju cocktail Nicole's customer service was on point during my family's most recent visit. Everything we ordered came out at a reasonable time and our water jug was proactively refilled without us having to flag her down. She even greeted my dad for Father's Day! That was a lovely touch, seeing as we came in right before the dinner rush. Coming from a brief food service background myself and in the interest of mindfulness, I try to make ordering a lot of items as easy as possible. It helps a to have a server that's personable and attentive. We're so thankful for her taking such great care of us! Ending up on the waitlist (20+ min for a table) is almost a guarantee here, rest assured Umami is definitely worth it.

    Umami is my favorite AYCE sushi restaurant! I love coming in for their lunch AYCE, the price is…read morejust right and you can be seated fairly quickly! If you visit during weekends, expect at least an hour wait during peak hours. My personal favorites are the Lisa Lisa, Sexy Girl and garlic tuna nigiri. For appetizers I order the spicy garlic edamame and veggie tempura. The staff is extremely friendly, and the service is quick! They try to have as much seating as possible in a small space, so it can get quite loud. But overall it's a comfortable environment.

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    Shigotonin

    Shigotonin

    4.7
    (576 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    Shigotonin is a delightful discovery off the Vegas strip (but may as well be on the strip…read moreconsidering the taste and quality of food here) in a small plaza. Chef Shuji runs the restaurant with his wife next to him in the kitchen. The fish here is flown in from Japan and of the highest quality as you can see from the sheen and fat marbling. The tuna melts in your mouth and bite after bite is a wonderful experience as you pair it with soy sauce, fresh Wasabi, yuzu Wasabi, or some combination of the condiments provided. This is also the first sushi restaurant I have ever been to that automatically brings out fresh Wasabi without having to ask. The portions are generous and we left feeling very satisfied. Even though we were very full, we took a look at the dessert menu. Not pictured here is a sweet potato with ice cream and brown sugar glaze. This dish on the menu was unassuming but the taste was so decadent. Quite possibly the best and sweetest sweet potato I have ever tasted. The chef slowly roasts them over a 2 hour period, rotating the potatoes every so slightly every 15 minutes. The sweet potato could be a dessert by itself, it was that good! Chef Shuji is a charming and funny host. He regularly comes out to greet his customers and makes sure they are enjoying their meal, very high-touch. If you know Japanese - even if it's just a few phrases, speak with him as he will be delighted. He was absolutely tickled when we said arigato and he shared that he is originally from Kyoto. Cannot wait to return to Shigotonin!

    Yummm. A splurge, but worth it…read more Their sakura box was delicious, as was their uni pasta. Service is nice and thorough and the boss man came to check in and chat with us.

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    Sapporo Revolving Sushi

    Sapporo Revolving Sushi

    4.3
    (2.1k reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    i was about to hit another noodle then i decided to drive along spring mountain and randomly go…read moreinto a strip mall and pick one... i chose this place as I wanted to eat some rice and check out a sushi boat place after watching daesung (big bang) ate at one of these in japan. well, this was totally different from japan one i saw on youtube. first thing i notice is that this place was packed. 2nd thing i notice is that alot of the tables are all eating noodles... that was intriguing... examining the menu, the ramens are 7 buck.. and the sushi rolls are 10 bucks... watching all the nigiri on the conveyor, i notice there isnt any premium stuff. it was all one price... no toro, no wagyu beef. no uni.... i was thinking if i want nigiri, i should not be here since I can get ayce for like $30 bucks and eat better stuff so i pick a ramen, a roll, one salmon belly nigiri, and a beer... i like the ramen, its kid size... essentially like a cup a noodle.. very good though. the roll was good, a little bit skinnier than typical. still good... i had to get one nigiri from the conveyor, the salmon belly was the best one, 3.50 cheap... the draft beer i actually down it quick.. it was nice on a hot day in vegas... total was 31 with tip.... i think if i didnt do beer, it be like 23 + tip which is same cost as going to a ramen place... funny, im trying to optimize the food cost.. just that there is so many ayce sushi spots like literally every block on spring mountain... just make no sense to do nigiri here... unless u only eat like 3-5 plates... if u going more, forget about it, do the ayce...

    We got there from out of town on week trip to Vegas. They offer a happy hour that begins at 9 pm…read morewith half price, sushi and drinks. But if you're already there before 9:00p, you do not qualify for the happy hour. Perhaps the stupidest business model I've ever heard of. All it does is leave the people they got there before nine feeling angry. To add in insult to injury, when I asked about it, the hostess got pretty defensive. This tells me that I wasn't the first person to ask about it. In any case, we won't be going back, and unless you get on their mysterious waitlist for the happy hour, you're out of luck.

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    Kabuto

    Kabuto

    4.7
    (958 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$$$

    I've been fortunate to eat at some outstanding sushi restaurants, and Kabuto continues to remind me…read morewhy it deserves its reputation. The standout of the evening was the ma aji (jack mackerel). It's a fish that many sushi chefs quietly consider one of the true tests of their craft. Unlike heavily marbled tuna that can impress with richness alone, great ma aji depends on impeccable sourcing and precise preparation. When it's fresh, it has a beautiful balance of clean minerality, gentle sweetness, and rich umami without becoming overly oily or fishy. Kabuto's version was exceptional--silky, pristine, and bursting with flavor while still tasting unmistakably of the sea. It was the single best piece of the meal. The rest of the omakase reflected the same attention to detail: fish served at the proper temperature, expertly seasoned rice, and thoughtful pacing that let each course shine. Even the otoro retained the character of the tuna instead of simply tasting like fat, something that's surprisingly rare. If you're looking for an omakase that emphasizes craftsmanship and respect for the ingredients rather than flashy presentations, Kabuto is an excellent sushi experiences in Las Vegas.

    Needed to change it up from my usual Las Vegas haunts, so I came to Kabuto to try their $185 Kabuto…read moreCourse menu. I can safely say this omakase experience was up there with some of the omakases I've had. After having Chawamushi and Yakimono Alpine King Salmon as appetizers, we dug into the premium nigiri selection. Not the most creative omakase I've had, but damn the fish was great quality and also extremely huge cuts. You can tell the effort that was put into the nigiri to maximize the flavor of each fish. Plus they offered us to choose anything on the menu to add on as extra nigiri orders. Never had Buri-toro (King Yellowtail Belly) or Jabara-toro (Bellows Belly) before, but damn these were some NICE cuts. At $185, this is more than worth it and then some. Service here was fantastic as to be expected. They introduced every dish, and they even indulged me so that I could correctly write down every item served. Plus we had a good conversation with the sushi chef as well. Ambience in here is nice. Very nicely lit, very spaced out. Obviously we sat at the counter due to the omakase, but it was very spacious there as well. Definitely had a great experience here. I would not be surprised if they found themselves on the revived Michelin Guide when it comes out in August.

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