WOW! I was a little thrown off by some recent bad reviews but we decided to try it anyway and we are so glad we did. The vibes & food were exactly what we needed. It was the perfect flow of busy for a Friday night - no wait, open tables, but a constantly moving crowd of people. Families were coming in, a bachelorette party, parties of two.. and they served everyone with ease! The servers were attentive and friendly, we did notice one grumpier server but it happens. The fried rice was hands down the BEST fried rice that either me or my husband have ever had. We got 4 sushi rolls, the price was phenomenal, definitely our cheapest AND tastiest date night in a long time. We couldn't even pick a favorite because everything was just so, so good. We can't wait to come back! read more

Wabi Sabi - Veggie fried rice, volcano roll, crunch munch roll, crazy spicy California roll, Air Force - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

My second favorite sushi spot in Covington! The atmosphere is always AMAZING and very well decorated according to the current holiday. The food is fantastic and so is the service! read more

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Leadership is a joke. They have a website you can order from that lists their name and logo and even let's you order and pickup from their branch but they aren't affiliated with it. I stopped dinning her when I saw a roach. I don't know if they fixed the issue but that was the end for me. Management is to busy to discuss and will literally tell you he's to busy doing payroll to hear your complaints. This place was really good a year ago it could use a new GM that focus on quality and cleanliness my opinion. Use the cleaner surroundings places. Thai pavilion is nice. If I could give a half a star or zero I would. read more

First time at Wabi Sabi and it was great sushi! Very solid spot and we will definitely be back. We shared a few rolls and got chicken fried rice which was maybe the best thing we had! Left roll- Yellowtail Scallion (8), far right- Sunday Morning (8). Everything was great! read more

Wabi Sabi - Yellowtail Scallion (8) suns - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

Wabi Sabi is my favorite sushi restaurant in the greater Cincinnati area. The sushi is fresh, and they have a wide variety of specialty rolls. The gyoza is our favorite appetizer, especially if you order it fried. Some of my favorite rolls are Sunday Morning, Dragon, Red Double, and Crazy Spicy Cali. They also have a wide variety of drinks to choose from. If sushi isn't your thing, you can order off of their menu. read more

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Not the same as it once was, and it's overpriced. Management is too busy to answer inquiries from customers. As if he forgot we are the reason they sell this crap. Will not bother eating here again. read more

Went to Covington last night to check out Wabi Sabi. It has a chill vibe and the sushi is probably what you're expecting. Nothing fancy and half off all rolls when you dine in. My shrimp tempura in my roll was not crispy at all and I missed the crunch. The spicy mayo tasted slightly off and I'm not sure why. The wasabi was not spicy what so ever. Not sure what happened there but could eat it straight and tasted nothing. Out of all their locations this one is probably my least favorite. read more

Wabi Sabi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

This is almost always a stop for me when I'm in town!!! Wabi Sabi never disappoints!! I usually get the fan favorite... Sunday Morning (if you are new to sushi, definitely a good one to try!) Plus they have so many menu options, I wish I lived closer so I could try them all!! We always get seated so fast, and the workers are so nice! I have never waited for than 20 mins for my food to come out, even when it's packed so I know they are all hard workers!! It is a smaller sized restaurant, but they have even more seating in the back that you can't see from the front!! This is an awesome sushi place that I definitely recommend!! I will be back next time I'm in town!!! Till then... enjoy the sushi for me!! read more

Wabi Sabi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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I have been here a few years back and remember it being okay, but I went back today and it was just not worth it at all. I didn't really enjoy any of my rolls. They didn't taste super fresh or flavorful. The seafood ramen wasn't that great either. The noodles themselves tasted grainy and undercooked. The service was mid. We were checked in on three times, which is fine, but it was awkward? Just a "you good" three times in a row. The place itself looks fine, it's clean. Really just nothing to note here. I would go somewhere else. read more

Stopped in to Wabi Sabi for a quick sushi date and the team delivered! It's decorated so cute for the Christmas holiday and had all the vibes going. I got the Sunday morning, crazy spicy California and the volcano roll and all of them were amazing! I also had the bartender create me a blueberry mule with the Wesson vodka and it was delicious! I love this place and you can't beat the half price sushi pricing! read more

Wabi Sabi - 8 Volcano Rolls - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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Overall, one of the better dining experiences I've had in a long time. I don't usually leave reviews, but I had to give this place some serious props. It hit the spot! We sat at end of the bar so we had a view of the entire restaurant. Love the decor, the lights.... It was crowded but we got seated right away. The vibe is great... I wished we had been there when there was live music. We were clearly the oldest two people in the place. But that's fine with us! Epic service- 5 different people checked on us at different points during our meal. And they were busy. I was sitting near the take out station and they were prompt and kind to every person walking in. And everyone seemed genuinely kind and friendly. My husband left his card at the restaurant (probably because of the cocktails), and they held it until the next day and was kind when he returned. Try the volcano roll! It's a really unique- a bit more "heavy" for sushi- but yummy! I had the poke bowl and it was very fresh, tuna was fresh ... I'm kinda a stickler about tuna. I had a cocktail- it was strong, which, of course, is a win. I wish I had tried the cucumber cocktail when I was there. I heard it was amazing from the people we met at the bar. It's just a happy place...with really good food! We will be back for sure! read more

Wabi Sabi - Bar area - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

hands down the best sushi in covington by a long shot, and even the best sushi my partner and i have had this far from the ocean. the first time we went for sushi, we loved the sushi so much we went back two times that week. wabi sabi's food is FRESH, the best spicy crab i've ever had. you can tell the care the chefs put into their rolls. and 50% off ALL rolls dine in & 40% ALL rolls take out - you literally cannot beat that. the servers are personable and have always made us feel welcome. here's the thing though, don't just stick to the sushi. their noodle dishes are seriously incredible. the pad thai, yakisoba, and beef bulgogi are some of the best i've ever had. and if you get take out, the food stays super fresh and warm in case you need to walk it home. you HAVE to go!!! read more

Wabi Sabi - Edamame & Deep Fried Sweet Potato Roll (8) & Sassy Girl (8) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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This place is amazing, especially if you like sushi. I'm honestly not a sushi fan as I don't like seafood, but I have a very adventurous 12 year old and she thinks this place is the best. She always gets the rainbow roll and the California roll. She also loves the flying fish roe and the octopus nigiri. As for me, I'm in love with their spring rolls. The spring rolls are the perfect level of crunch and the sauce is to die for. The gyoza, pork fried dumplings, are amazing too. I've had a lot of other menu items and I've not yet chosen anything bad. I like their soup variety. Their yakisoba noodles are oh so good. The staff are friendly, shout out to Zac! The location is also super convenient and close to everything in Covington. If you are in the area, you should for sure check them out! read more

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If you're looking for a sushi spot that doesn't just serve food but changes your life, look no further than Wabi Sabi in Covington, KY. The moment the first bite of their expertly crafted sushi touched my lips, I felt a profound shift in my soul. It wasn't just delicious--it was life-altering. The flavors were so perfectly balanced, so exquisitely fresh, they awakened something primal in me. I'll admit it: the sushi was so good, I felt an unexpected sensual energy. Yes, that good. And as I savored each bite, a deep sense of reverence washed over me. I don't know if it was the Hawaiian or the Love the Cov, but I found myself believing in something greater--like this meal was a divine sign to get my life together. I suddenly wanted to eat healthier, exercise, take vitamins, and live decades longer. Why? So I could keep coming back to Wabi Sabi for as long as possible. But the experience didn't stop at the food. From the moment I walked in, the ambiance wrapped around me like a warm hug. The lighting, the décor, the faint hum of conversation--it was pure magic. I felt like a kid on Christmas morning, wide-eyed and brimming with excitement, as if each course were a beautifully wrapped gift waiting to be opened. And then there was the service. Every staff member exuded such warmth and attentiveness, I was reminded that humanity still has good people in it. Their kindness wasn't just professional--it felt genuine. By the end of the meal, my faith in humanity had been fully restored, one perfectly timed water refill at a time. This isn't just a restaurant. It's a temple of flavor. An altar of indulgence. Wabi Sabi is more than sushi--it's salvation. Don't walk. RUN. And thank me later. P.S. I'm leaving my family and job to move closer to this place. They'll understand. read more

Wabi Sabi - 8 Hawaiian Rolls and 8 Love The Cov Rolls - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

I have been here probably 100000 times, and don't think I've ever given it a proper review. This most recent time, I went with family per usual but when we walked in the entire place was decorated for Valentine's Day. It just gave a really really good feeling, the time they took to decorate was really cool. I also really enjoyed the way they had seating set up inside. The food never disappoints, especially for the price. Service was good, didn't have to wait at all to be seated nor to get our food. Just a continuously and consistent good experience majority of the time I have been there. I also never remember to get pictures of what was ordered because I devour my food the second it comes to the table haha read more

I always continue to love this place. I don't get back enough but when I do, I go all out. First of all, I have found that it is easier to park in the parking garage literally adjacent to this place one block east. It's $1 an hour to park and it is so much easier than trying to find parking on Madison or side streets. We sat outside tonight out back and the weather was great. Service was also great and we ordered our usual appetizers of gyoza and crab rangoon and then followed with a ton of sushi! I love getting the drunken taco one every time. Also I very much enjoyed their Philly roll and another role that sort of had like a pureed version of tuna but I'm not sure entirely which one it was. This place continues to be a winner and prices are good for what you get. Very busy on a Friday evening even after 8:00 p.m. We didn't have to wait for a table outside though. read more

Wabi Sabi - Crab Rangoon and gyoza - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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Food stinks & served without wasabi or ginger. Dragon roll unrecognizable as such. Very disappointing

I've been to this restraunt plenty of times and it will always be a favorite! The sushi is amazing! They always have great service and they even have an outdoor location to eat! read more

Wabi Sabi - 8 California Rolls, 8 Rainbow Rolls, Octopus Sashimi, Flying Fish Roe Sashimi, Salmon Roe Sashimi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

I had a great experience at Wabi Sabi for lunch. I was in the mood to order appetizers as a meal, so I got the large size ginger salad, seaweed salad, and edamame. I was pleasantly surprised at how generous the ginger salad portion was, even for the price. Everything was reasonably priced. The food was light, refreshing, and delicious, a perfect accompaniment to a hot day. The service was friendly and prompt. There is indoor seating, as well as a back patio with both covered and uncovered sections. It is a great place to go and catch up with a friend over a meal. I am looking forward to going back again soon and trying new dishes. read more

Wabi Sabi - Large size Ginger Salad - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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Love it. Vegan options Happy dance. First time but definitely not last time Miso soup delicious Ginger salad fresh and delicious The sushi is half price and delicious We sat on the covered porch which is not noisy like the inside. Highly recommend in Spring, summer and fall. Service is amazing I truly can't wait to come back! read more

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Decent sushi that's value for money when it's 50% off. Busy hustling vibe to the place.

Update 12/2/23: Wabi Sabi used to be our favorite place to go. We used to come weekly almost after our initial review below. Recently, the service is the worst and the food quality is going down. The hot food constantly comes out cold or lukewarm AT BEST. The servers never come and assist. They just sit at the front and don't help by letting the food come out cold. I want to keep coming because I did love the food and it was affordable but it's not longer becoming worth it when it's cold food and poor service. For example, they spilled half of my miso soup. Did not give me more soup just gave me the spilled soup that was cold. Even when it's not busy, it will take 1.5 hrs minimum. Take your business elsewhere. This place is no longer worth it and it hurts to say that because we were avid supporters for so long. But we'll be looking for a new sushi place. Old review: We tried Wabi Sabi for the first time after hearing so many good things and we enjoyed it. As of now, it is our new favorite on the kentucky side of the riverIt's tight little space but we were quickly seated. We started with an order of gyoza and it was good but a little over cooked. I ordered the chicken katsu which was delicious. However, it was mildly over priced given that they do not include a soup and salad unlike most Japanese restaurants. I didn't think to ask because it is usually pretty standard to get a ginger salad and miso soup. So next time I know to order separately. My fiancé ordered three rolls: spicy California, dancing shrimp, and Air Force. He really enjoyed all three and ate every last bite. The 1/2 off sushi deal whenever you eat inside is a great deal and makes it affordable. We'll be back again soon! read more

Tried 3 different sushi rolls, they were awful, and ginger dressing with house salad was inedible.

Always amazing sushi, cocktails, and service in a casual setting! I usually only order the sushi, so I'm not sure about the rest of the menu, but I can't imagine it's not all excellent. read more

Let's begin with this place is a true gem! Small and intimate setting with patio seating as an option. I dined by myself so I sat at the bar. All sushi is 50% off as long as you dine-in and I was completely surprised because it's literally on EVERY ROLL! I ordered a tempura fried avocado and cucumber roll and one regular - YUMMY! I started off with my favorite, miso soup - it was absolutely delicious, and a ginger salad - it had the perfect amount of dressing on it! That was my second time at Wabi Sabi and I'll definitely go back when I'm in town! The service is great - very attentive. From the moment you walk in the door - they great you. Once you're sat, your server is there to get your order started - and they frequently check on you to make sure you're satisfied. I love it there! I don't know if they offer parking outside of street parking because I either walk or catch a shuttle, but parking doesn't seem like an issue. Check out this place for yourself - you'll see why they have so many 5-star reviews! read more

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I've eaten their food before, and always enjoyed it. But today my friend left her phone in the place next door, and they close in the afternoons. We went inside hoping someone was friends with someone at the other place. The server called his manager who called the other manager and helped us get the phone. I will definitely be going back! They were awesome! It's always nice when the people working somewhere take it from just being good food to making it a lovely experience. read more

Been craving sushi since I moved and didn't know where to go. So on my son's birthday, he said let's eat here. And I'm glad he did. We had so many rolls between us...each one better than the last. He had beer in a Bouda bottle...and he said it was excellent. Now I know where to get my sushi on! Check out the photos...can't tell you which is which, but so many to choose from. My DIL swears by the Volcano roll! Server was so nice and took great care of us. Restaurant is long and narrow, well worn but comfy. We ate on patio on a beautiful evening. read more

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Amazing sushi and appetizers!!! Best place I have found in NKY area. Def on my list to revisit read more

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Very delicious sushi with 50% off if you dine in. There are a number of options with different types of fish. It's tastes really good and the service is fast. It gets busy on weekend nights. read more

Wabi Sabi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

My wife and I stopped in for some dinner. I didn't care for the waitress as she told us to scan for the menu and I asked about the sushi menu and was told that it was on there too. After the fact the other customers received regular menu. Was not happy that I had to order from my phone and was never told what they offered for non alcoholic beverages we just had the water that was given to us. To start off, I ordered the sour and spicy soup and spring rolls. The spring roll was good and the dipping sauce it came with was good. The soup was okay, I think if it had something crunchy like bamboo or bean sprouts it would have made it better similar to Hot and Sour soup not like egg drop soup with shrimp and a sour soup base. I had the sushi, futo maki, wasabi sabi roll and spider roll excluding the California roll. Not the best that I've had but it was within walking distance and was doable. My wife had the fried rice and said it was dry. She added soy sauce and said it was okay. Not a big fan of the place due to the waitress but I can say that I tried it but won't be back. read more

Wabi Sabi - Futo Maki, wasabi sabi roll, spider roll and California roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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The food was OK. It seemed like the waiter took our order was in a rush and was not the most friendliest of people..

Stopped by for some Black Friday Sushi, I arrived right at open, and was able to be seated right away. My experience was comparable to many others in the reviews. If you're looking for top of the line sushi, this isn't your place. However, if you want to enjoy sushi at a very reasonable price, with a modern urban decor, this is a great place to stop in. Our meal, for four sushi rolls, a kids ramen, eight pieces of shashimi and coke, it was $58; very reasonable! Our service was great, they brought my daughter out markers for coloring, and at the end she was able to hang her picture on the window of the restaurant for people walking by to see which she enjoyed. In the right context, this is a great place to stop in and enjoy some sushi, and I would recommend The Playboy! read more

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Sushi is one thing I love but half off sushi is something I am OBSESSED with. What I don't understand about this chain of restaurants is...if it's 1/2 of everyday...isn't that...regular price ANYWAYS!! If you never know what to order for sushi but want to try something with raw fish, Philly rolls are my go to. It just has cream cheese and smoked salmon but it's SO good. The waitress at another table also recommended the Swipe Right and I was NOT disappointed. Reading "mango and cream cheese" might turn you off but it's so yummmmyyy!!! Aside from these, they have a TON of fun special ones. I believe the drunken taco has Doritos in it! Definitely one I would be open to trying. Reason for 3 stars is that it took a while for our waiter to come to our table. Our water had something in it but they were prompt to getting us a new one. Also our receipts were messed up with the drinks. But would I go again? 100%! FUN FACT: If you don't want to drive to Covington for discounted sushi, they have sister restaurants! Aroma is in Kenwood and Cloud 9 Sushi is in Mount Lookout Square! read more

Wabi Sabi - Philly Roll, Swipe Right, Spicy Mayo - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

I'm not a huge sushi eater, so I don't really know GOOD sushi. To me, this tasted great! I saw other reviews saying the quality was low or not enough meat. I didn't have that experience. I had the shrimp Tempura and spicy tuna. I loved them, and the tuna was great the next day. I also order edamame, which was fine. Pretty hard to mess that up. The prices are phenomenal. For all of mine, it was $13. Like come on! They also own Cloud 9 Sushi which I want to try next! read more

Wabi Sabi - Shrimp Tempura roll, spicy tuna roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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Have loved this place for the longest time, only had a mid quality roll once. Service is always good and employees are so nice. Reason for 3 stars: the last time we went we saw a bug on the wall that MAY have been a baby roach per a google search conducted in a panic. But with the weather getting warmer and their patio opening, it totally may have just come in from outside. We needed to get that off our chest #sorrybesties read more

Came in for a few appetizers with friends and the food was great! We got the fried soft shell crab appetizer, the Hawaiian role, and Rainbow role. I hadn't had soft shell crab before and was excited to try it, very tasty! My friends got some wine and it was very reasonably priced - generous pours for like $6. Reco for a cheap night out in Covington! read more

Yes ! I had a Bento box with the best salmon I've ever had. Great service and liked the atmosphere. Wait person was friendly, knowledgeable, which, was most helpful. Was a great place. read more

Where should I start? This place is phenomenal! Their food is exquisite. The ambience is cozy and the service is excellent. The restaurant was clean. The waitress was greeting with a smiling. This will be my favorite sushi go to place!!! Don't let the half-price Sushi fool you, the food was EXCEPTIONAL. A +++++ We'll definitely go back again. Thank you! read more

Wabi Sabi - Sushi - Max Choi, Firecracker (2), and Red Double Rolls. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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I love Wabi Sabi for what it is. If you are looking to have the best sushi in the city-I would recommend looking someplace else. However, if you are looking for a place that has some solid sushi rolls (esp deep fried) and other traditional Asian cuisine, this is the spot for you. Wabi Sabi is a great value for the food you get. The Pad Thai is very good and VERY large. All rolls run about $8, and entrees run about $14-15. The servers definitely make sure you are taken care of. They have always been very accommodating to any special requests or modifications with food. So if you're looking for a casual sushi date, definitely check it out! P.S. do not skip out on the Crab Rangoon read more

It was time for a girl friend's sushi night and we decided to try a new place, new for me anyway, and I for one was not disappointed. This is not going to be your high-end sushi place, but if you're looking for something to satisfy that sushi craving, this is a great option! We were there during happy hour, which goes until 7, so we shared a bottle of good wine for $14, Teo actually. Both of their red options were really good, easy drinkers. The place itself has a nice vibe, they have definitely added more outdoor seating it seems to spread you out. The service was friendly, we had no problem getting a table for the four of us on a Monday evening, and our server was quick and friendly. I would definitely recommend this place and will definitely be back when I'm on this side of the river. read more

Wabi Sabi - Rainbow roll, red double, and a yellowtail shashimi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Covington, Kentucky

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