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    The Happy Sumo

    3.5 (290 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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    THE HAPPY SUMO ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Casual
    Good for groups

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    Susannah H.

    First off, amazing service!! Our server's name was Elle and she greeted us immediately and was very patient with us ordering. Food came out in a timely manner and we did not feel rushed at all. Adds a lot to the atmosphere of a restaurant. Great food and great drinks. Highly recommend for a sushi date.

    Food was delicious! BSCR tool was super flavorful and the sunset roll was a burst of freshness. I used to get the sunset roll over 15 years ago and it was still just as good! Teya, our server, was super friendly and helpful.

    Buffalo Roll

    First time trying happy sumo and it was so good! Great quality and fast service! We were so hungry & had our orders ready. Our server Pono did an amazing job and was so funny & attentive. I had the spicy ramen and a buffalo roll both were so goood! 10/10. Definitely recommend this place!

    The sushi was pretty average. The best thing we got were the teriyaki steak bowls (and that's saying a lot because we LOVE sushi). Our service was pretty bad. She said it was her first day, but she had no recommendations and just didn't know the menu at all. We were also left with no drinks. The 2 who ordered the steak bowls got their food a whole 25 minutes before any of the rolls came out. The environment is cute, just wish they had better service and better rolls!!

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    Avery D.

    I really enjoyed my roll here! Our waitress was really nice and the food came out pretty quickly. I got the big sumo roll which had a lot of stuff stacked on top like shrimp and crab which was great. Made it a bit hard to eat all in one bite haha but still really good!

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    Suzie M.

    My husband and I had our first date 12 years ago at a Happy Sumo, and since our anniversary is this month, we decided to go again! They have some amazing rolls that are definitely top quality. Unfortunately, their prices are more expensive, so this is definitely a place that we only come to on special occasions. The service was great though and all our sushi rolls tasted amazing!

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    Amazing food and service. Love the calamari and crab wontons. Our go to place in Provo for sushi.

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    Dinner was delicious! Teya was so friendly and a great server. Would come back, the restaurant was clean, food was fresh.

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    7 months ago

    great service and tasty food! I had the chicken bento box and it was a nice meal. will definitely be back soon!

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    Soooo yummy and Teya was so sweet and acccomodating! She did so much to help us decide and was so kind

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    9 months ago

    I love happy sumo! the best sushi and best serves!!! consistent every single time!! you need to try it!!

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    1 year ago

    A slow Friday. Took 45 minutes to be served after ordering. Food was excellent. Waitress was fine.

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    This place is fire. Their rolls don't miss and they have some super crispy Diet Coke. Amazing service. The vibe is awesome. Highly recommend

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    3 years ago

    Fantastic food. Great service from staff. The atmosphere was pleasant. We went for a family members birthday and everything was great.

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    Oishii Sushi

    Oishii Sushi

    4.5
    (221 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    This place is always amazing. I spent several years in Mongolia, and I'm so grateful to have a…read morelocal place with a guy who actually grew up in the same city I did in Mongolia! And it tastes just as amazing as I remember it!! The staff is friendly, attentive, and the restaurant is quiet and cozy! :)

    It's got about 5 tables for two, 4 booths and 8 seats at the sushi bar... that's it.. They serve…read morePepsi products..Coke is still King.. the menu is QR code with no pictures. We had the miso soup- pretty good the tofu pieces were small and few. Edamame was typical in size. Some of the sushi rice was not cooked thoroughly and I don't know why or how but some pieces fell apart with the chop sticks... poor building skills. Cons: Not a good selection- they make more Tuna Rolls than any other fish No Fresh Wasabi option- only the paste The Unagi is normally fall apart tender, our we had to actually chew it.. rubbery, And water isn't just given, you have to ask for it a few times The Yellow Tail with Mango- not good Pros... The Snowy Mountain- was Awesome As the Hawaiian The Vegas is my favorite everywhere I go, and this was good- but it's lightly batter in tempura , where this was done differently and instead of ruining it covered in spicy mayo., I drizzle eel/ponzu sauce.. California roll is always a staple Caterpillar is bomb.. I normally order the Philly- here they use smoked salmon which is NOT used to make this.. so order with traditional salmon, tastes 100% better For two of us with soda our bill was $115 For two people.. not Four.. we didn't want to wait till 9pm "happy hour" for the 50% sweet deal... it's a joke in the wall spot for locals that feel this is good sushi, when it's actually not..

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    Mr. Shabu

    Mr. Shabu

    4.2
    (114 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    We keep going back with family and friends! It's perfect when you don't know what they like to eat…read more It is a place of choice in fresh and healthy items. My wife (who is a picky eater) loves Mr. Shani for lunch or dinner for just the two of us or a group, and she's willing to pick up the tab!

    Very disappointing experience…read more I recently took my 8-year-old nephew to dinner and was shocked to receive an $82 bill. We were charged as two adults, despite no one ever asking my nephew's age. Had the staff asked, the mistake could have been avoided entirely. What made the situation worse was what happened afterward. Once we paid, the employee who processed our bill repeatedly pressured us to leave a tip. I declined because the bill was already much higher than expected, and she seemed visibly unhappy with that response. When we later called to discuss the overcharge, we were told that it was our responsibility to inform the waiter of my nephew's age. No apology was offered, no refund was provided, and no attempt was made to resolve the issue. We were simply told to send an email. Unfortunately, this is not the first time we have been overcharged at this restaurant. Mistakes can happen, but the complete lack of accountability, customer service, and willingness to make things right is what was most disappointing. Customers should not have to argue over incorrect charges, nor should they feel pressured to leave a tip. Based on this experience, I cannot recommend this establishment.

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    Tsubame Rotating Sushi

    Tsubame Rotating Sushi

    4.1
    (185 reviews)
    4.2 mi
    $$

    Fun Concept, Needs More Punch…read more I recently brought my family to Tsubame Rotating Sushi to celebrate my son's birthday, and overall, it was a mixed but worthwhile experience. The main appeal, the rotating sushi belt, was a huge hit! My son was super stoked and absolutely loved the novelty of picking exactly what he wanted right off the conveyor. It certainly makes for a fun, interactive family meal. The Food While the concept is great, the quality was a bit lacking for my wife and me. We found the flavors weren't punchy or vibrant enough to really stand out. Best Roll: The Ponzu Citrus Roll was my favorite, offering a nice, bright flavor. Good Option: The fried options, like the Fried Jalapeño Popper Roll, were generally tasty, but still felt a bit typical or "boring." Skip: My least favorite was the Mango Roll. Bland, no flavor but coconut and rice. Service & Atmosphere On the bright side, the service was excellent. Our server was very nice and was super on top of drink refills, which we really appreciated throughout the meal. The design and overall vibe inside the restaurant were also nice and pleasant. Overall: Come for the fun experience and interactive concept, especially if you have kids (perfect for trying different types of sushi at only $3.59 a plate). If you're looking for top-tier, complex sushi flavors, you might find the food a bit understated.

    I am already planning when I can come back. Something about plucking your food from a conveyor belt…read morereally adds some whimsy in this otherwise dreary world. Is it the best sushi I've had? No. Does it have to be? Also, no. It was very much worth $3.59 a plate (2-4 pieces depending). I enjoyed being able to sample a wide variety, and the staff here were extra delightful. I particularly enjoyed the cookie butter taiyaki for the dessert.

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    Tempura Steak & Shrmp Roll
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