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Yaba

4.9 (23 reviews)
Open • 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Updated 3 weeks ago

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2 different sushi on a platter
Pri S.

Tasty sushi, very different sushi choices. Lunch menu is well priced for the portion. Staff is friendly. Clean place and lovely ambience.

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Matt W.

New Japanese sushi place near the AMc theater. The sushi was very well put together and fresh. We also tried their honey walnut shrimp and coconut curry with chicken. Both dishes are probably more Chinese influenced and tasted great. Service was friendly and prompt. The interior was clean with brand new furniture. Will definitely come back.

Drea S.

They have a great variety of rolls to choose from. The ones we had were all great. Service was great, and cute inside.

Such great quality sushi and a beautiful presentation Favorite place for sushi around here!

Ate here twice since it opened. Once for the lunch specials and once for dinner. Service was great and food was delicious. Will definitely be back soon.

Tnt roll, butterfly roll

Everything was really good quality and the restaurant was very clean, I will definitely be back, Lili was so nice and gave great suggestions, wonderful appetizers, sushi and meals, the boba was authentic flavors.

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1 year ago

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2 months ago

Great food, large variety and fair pricing. Definitely planning to go back! The service wasn't too slow.

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3 months ago

Amazing place! We will definitely be back. Awseome quality. Owners were very nice, excellent service. Our new favorite place.

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6 months ago

Lotta food. But I have tasted better. Ordered takeout so I can't comment on the ambiance very much.

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1 year ago

Wonderful food and service! The fried rice was delicious, and the Monster roll was great as well. Highly recommended!

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9 months ago

The service was good, great food. This will be our go to restaurant. It is a local treasure

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“Lili is charming, she pays attention to detail, and makes sure every customer is satisfied.”

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