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    The Goblin

    4.5 (85 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    THE GOBLIN ATMOSPHERE

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    Happy hour specials

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    Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna
    Linda I.

    What!! Was so surprised and impressed by The Goblin! It's casual digs adjacent to the vibrant Mexicantown area, and near Michigan Central Station and Corktown. There's a parking lot behind the restaurant. Moderate amount of table seating, and you can sit at the sushi bar as well. GREAT sushi! Premium menu items that aren't easy to find everywhere. I tried the Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna and the Otoro + Scallion Roll. Wow. The crispy rice base was so crispy and warm, the tuna and toppings yummy. Good kick to it between the spicy sauce and the fresh jalapeño! The otoro absolutely melted in my mouth. Incredible flavor, fresh and tasted high quality. Decent pricing for premium picks!

    Edamame (VG)
    Nathalia C.

    Wow!!! This place is a hidden gem. It's cute, small, clean, casual, a perfect spot to grab lunch anytime. The service was friendly and helpful. We felt welcomed and were assisted at all times. The quality of food was great. I was happy they had Gluten free soy sauce and options. The presentation was perfection, and the portion sizes were also well put together. I definitely will be returning.

    First time!
    Yana G.

    Great customer service. I ordered online for pick up and it was good. It was a vibe food wise that fed a craving.

    Shrimp Tempura Roll (half eaten)
    Areon J.

    Super nice crew with a ton of experience and consideration to the guests needs. Of course they asked about allergies and offered water with plenty of other options to choose from behind the register. The vibe is very playful yet organized. Upscale where it matters but reasonable. Pricing is great! Menu items are more plentiful online. ITS THE ONLY SUSHI PLACE BY MEXICAN VILLAGE!! No problem parking and allergy friendly.

    Sad Build A Bowl
    Mikey W.

    A very sad and expensive build a bowl (ordered from Postmates). Via manager, the Build a Bowls get smaller portions than set bowls. Also ends up being more expensive. Not made clear on menus so watch out for that! Very misleading.

    Carolina C.

    Goblin is my go-to spot for casual sushi in the city. Their fish is quite fresh and tasty, and their rolls are pretty fun. Truly the best thing is just well made simple rolls and goblin does that pretty amazingly. It has a super clean aesthetic and the staff is also so nice and welcoming. Whether it's takeout or dining in, goblin is your spot.

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    Vincent L.

    Little gem in southwest Detroit. Usually, I go to southwest for Mexican food but the place pop up and had to give it a try late at night. They close at 10pm. They serve Korean and Japanese sushi, everything is freshly made and reasonably price. Very bright and white on the inside, not a typical Japanese restaurant design, more like a Japanese convenient store/ cafe type of setup. Better come and try this restaurant before SW get gentrify and more traffic.

    Torched scallop nigiri
    Lauren S.

    One of my favorite go to sushi places near me!! The service is always so friendly- we were given complimentary cucumber appetizers when we were seated! If you're not getting the crispy rice, what are you doing??? My two friends and I also tried out the penguin tray and it was AMAZING. My favorite was the torched salmon with crab meat, the smokiness was the perfect touch. It's definitely worth it for the price and we even had leftovers to bring home. Also, the chefs created a beautiful platter for us like cmon now!!! The penguin made out nori and rice, the ginger rose, cucumber butterfly and sushi caterpillar omg

    Shrimp Tempura Roll
    Robert M.

    One of my favorite places, the staff here are wonderful and the food is amazing. The rolls are always sizable and taste delicious, the inside is very cute as well.

    Yellowtail Nachos
    Mallory H.

    What a cute little hidden Detroit gem! My sister and I stopped in here before a concert and had a wonderful experience! Everything was SO fresh and the presentation was perfect. Our waitress was very attentive & everything came out pretty quickly. Would definitely recommend!

    Sushi platter for 3!
    Bethany B.

    Great spot for sushi! Super fresh, straightforward nigiri and maki menu, good price point, a great location, and fast/friendly service. Recommended!

    Chicken teriyaki roll, firecracker roll, nigiri set

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    Baked mussels are awesome! Low key atmosphere and friendly staff. I would return again and again.

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    Great food and people. Overall nice vibe and friendly staff. Enjoyed a salmon bowl that was fresh and tasty. Will come again!

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    MY FAVORITE SUSHI PLACE it's amazing and so fresh, atmosphere is amazing and people are so nice

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