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    Zukku

    4.2 (129 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Denawa A.

    Had lunch with friends today at Optimism Hall and we all got entrees from different places to share. It was pretty busy inside which is pretty normal for a Saturday. There was about a 15 min wait to get this Sushi Burrito. Overall, this was tasty but not something that I would order again.

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    Aashna K.

    This restaurant had great options even for people who don't eat seafood (my friend got chicken). I was craving something fresh on this hot day and this really hit the spot! Pros: Everything was so fresh! They had both a cashier to order from and also a screen to order yourself from so the line moved very fast! I thought the price point was appropriate for how much you got. Cons: I expected the spicy tuna to be cubed and tossed in spicy sauce, but it was minced. It still tasted great and the portions were very generous for being the smaller bowl option. Would I go back? Absolutely! The portions, price point and efficiency was great- I definitely recommend

    Ali B.

    Love Zukku - always get the shrimp volcano. This time I was pregnant and couldn't have raw tuna and they easily substituted the tuna for more tempura shrimp. Highly recommend!

    Nequel B.

    I really enjoy optimist hall. First time eating there and tried this place. It was quick and efficient to order. The staff was kind. It was easy to find seating, it is everywhere inside and outside.

    Zukku roll, pork gyoza
    Olivia B.

    I got the pork gyoza and zukku roll. The gyoza was perfectly crispy and so flavorful. The zukku roll was great I might ask for no lemon on it next time but everything else meshed well and the shrimp tempura gave it a nice crunch. Don't be fooled by how much spicy mayo you can see in the pic it's the perfect amount and not overly loaded. Service was quick although it was a Monday evening so Optimist Hall wasn't too crowded.

    Embarrassingly small amount of fish and masago, no sauce

    I ordered 2 "big" poke bowls and edamame. The "big" poke bowls are supposed to come with 2 meats. I received none on one bowl, and an embarrassingly small amount on the other. I paid extra for masago, and received the smallest amount I could imagine. There was also no sauce on the bowls. The edamame was not included in my order either. DO NOT ORDER FROM HERE!!!

    Kathleen L.

    Solely about the amount of food you get.. $17 after tip & tax for a small (lil poke) poke bowl with ONE OUNCE of fish? The worker said there was one ounce in the small bowl, 2 ounces in the big bowl. I'm actually appalled at how little food you get The quality of the food is actually really good. Sushi rice is good, veggies are fresh.. never coming back though.

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    Anusha J.

    This is my favorite place in Optimist Hall because the ingredients taste so fresh which I usually don't notice with other food. They make the food pretty quick but the only thing to note is the portions are a bit small than usual. I usually get the sushi burrito or poke bowl here and I'm never disappointed with my order and the workers are very nice.

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    Mike M.

    Came in my month long food road trip. Coolest food hall I've been to in a while. The venue is awesome, parking convenient, and the folks at this stand were super friendly! The Godzilla sushi burrito was loaded with many ingredients and took me on a texture journey with soft to crunchy to between. Ate super fresh and enjoyed every single complexity it had!

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    Greg S.

    The Queens Crown Roll was amazing! Fresh, great flavor, good sauces. Great staff, friendly and service-oriented. I would definitely recommend!!

    Stephanie G.

    I like a fusion concept, and the menu had great options for pre built sushi burritos and poke bowls or customizing your own. I went with a curated sushi burrito because I figured someone had thought through the best combos already and I wanted to try what is essentially a giant uncut sushi roll. The Gulf burrito has crab, shrimp, veggies including avocado, cream cheese, wanton chips, and spicy mayo. I just love a blend of seemingly disparate ingredients that still harmonize perfectly in one dish. It is packed with filling, so it makes for a very filling lunch. The customization option is also great. The preparation didn't take long even with a decent sized line, and they text when food is ready. If you're able to swing by Optimist Hall, this is a solid foodie option.

    Amanda S.

    If you're a sushi lover, like me you have to give this place a try! Not only is the location awesome- (Optimist Hall) but they have such a delicious and unique spin on traditional sushi. I opted for one of their sushi burritos because why not! It was fresh and delicious, just the way I like my sushi to be! My next visit will definitely include making my own personalized sushi bowl! Parking can be a bit tricky especially on the weekends, but the light rail is a great option and only a few steps away!

    Sushi Burrito - No mixed greens, seaweed salad, edamame, cucumber, carrots, tofu
    Kathleen A.

    Thankfully I work 4 minutes away from here. I've been by 5 times. I have been getting the "sushi burrito" more often, though when they first opened I used to get the small poke bowl (which is fine just too much rice for my specific taste) I've walked in and placed my order around lunch time (~20/25 minutes from when I step in line to the time I received my food) or if I'm in a rush I'll place an online order & get a text when it's ready! I appreciate how this concept takes a Japanese concepts and makes it approachable to someone new to the cuisine. I enjoy the relative consistency. Only minor inconsistency is the amount of sauce that is incorporated in to the burrito itself, that could easily be fixed with asking for extra sauce, or using the low sodium soy sauce provided. Items taste very fresh and crisp. Typically I alter between panko chicken or fried tofu for my protein choice. And I consistently ask for no "mixed greens" it's hard to keep the burrito intact with pulling the greens out of the burrito and compromising the integrity. I keep coming back because it's a filling lunch that does not have me feeling heavy. Service is nice, though I'm typically trying to get "in and out" I love how they call the names loud and clear. Or if it's a online order you get a text message (would be nice to add the options of the shiitake mushrooms online ordering )

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    Thank you for the kind words Suzanne. I hope you have a great day!

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    This means a lot to us Sarah. Thank you so much!

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    Thank you for the kind review LaShawn. And nice photos too :)

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