The Most Delectable Sushi Bars in Boston

Q Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.1 (1475) • $$$

"Fantastic first time experience at The Q. We made reservations on Opentable and arrived a few minutes early. The place was hopping but we were able to be seated within 10 minutes. We had a party of 5 and got a nice corner booth at the front of the restaurant. The service was excellent with food coming to the table within minutes and our water glasses topped off every few minutes. The food was outstanding. We had kimchi, a paradise sushi roll and beef tongue for appetizers. For entrees we had more sushi, beef noodle soup, general guas chicken, kung pao chicken, and a mala soup. Hands down the best dining experience we had in Boston."

Douzo

★★★★☆ 3.9 (1303)

"Oh Douzō... you were doing so well, and I was about to sing your praises! Then I made a "mistake"... I ordered the Spicy Yellowtail. That's when the experience took a nose-dive off a cliff. I initially ordered the Caterpillar Roll & Crunchy Roll. The Crunchy, while different than what I usually get, was fantastic. Crunchy and soft textures, and an interplay of savory, salty, and sweet flavors. The fireworks show that well-executed dishes should be. The cuts of tuna & salmon up top were very generous, so even though there wasn't fish inside, it worked for me. The cucumber added freshness, and the tempura and fried onion added crunch. Rounding it out, the mango sauce was not at all overpowering, lending a gentle sweetness. Meanwhile the roe added a pleasant, subtle salinity. The Caterpillar was a phenomenal iteration of one of my favorites: the eel/avocado/cucumber roll. While not as intricate and complex as the Crunchy, it still worked well. There was a fair amount of eel, which combined with the avocado and eel sauce amplified the soft, sweet, and savory flavors. The cucumber and spicy mayo, meanwhile, were subtle and not at all overpowering.The rice, up to this point, was high quality.Then, I made my "mistake." I was hungry for more and ordered the Spicy Yellowtail. Things went downhill a little, then a lot. First, the rice was mixed with scallions. Now, while I don't like scallions, I don't deduct points just because of personal preference. Where this roll went wrong is the sheer amount of tempura combined with a tiny piece of fish. Unlike the Crunchy, the fish was fully lost within. I brought this up to my server who offered to change it to one that is how they usually make it. Ok, great! I went for it. I ended up regretting my choice, especially since I didn't want to send something back a second time. What I was served reminded me of gas station sushi. The whole roll was a little limp and didn't look super-appetizing. Though, it's the taste where it really flopped. The yellowtail here was the kind that was pre-made: chopped, mixed with too much mayo, and stored in the fridge. Thus, a limp roll with a cold, bland, mayo-heavy filling, and nothing else. Especially after the Caterpillar and Crunchy, it left a bad taste in the mouth - pun very much intended. Finally, before I wrap it up (pun not intended this time), I have a few more points to share. Don't worry, these are positive!1. The service was excellent. It was speedy, knowledgeable, and attentive.2. The vibe is modern and upscale. So much so I questioned if I was underdressed, even though my daily attire is business casual.3. Their menu is fantastic in that there are pictures for most everything. Even with items I am familiar with, it was great to be able to visualize what I would be ordering before ordering it. It is due to their exciting menu that I want to give Douzō a second chance. However, one thing's for sure, I will be staying far away from the Spicy Yellowtail (or regular yellowtail, for that matter)."

FuGaKyu Japanese Cuisine - Brookline

★★★★☆ 3.7 (1376) • $$

"The person answering the phone is so rude. The food was good. The service not as attentive as I would have liked, just ok. The place is nicely decorated."

Tora Japanese Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.4 (833) • $$

"I still love it here! I love the vibe its just a cute little Japanese restaurant where you can really just sit and relax with some good food.I got the Pinku Maki and its so yummy! Its finished off with a torch and I really like the taste that the torch leaves it with. The Gyu Don has really tender slices of beef and its just a really nice and simple dish with rice. Also it seems that their menu doesn't reflect a recent price upcharge. The Pinku Maki was listed for $17 but it was actually $19."

Fuji at Ink Block

★★★★★ 4.5 (728) • $$$

"We had an amazing dinner at Fuji at Ink Block. We dined Sunday night. We had a nice bench table at the end. Our server was brand new and organized our meal beautifully. Our nigiri's were great. We loved the tempura soft shell crab roll. It was quite a meal. They do a bumping take out service."

All Seasons Table

★★★★☆ 4.1 (862) • $$

"This was my first visit to All Seasons Table. I liked the space, and even though it is supposed to be modern Asian, it could have been any restaurant as there were not many inflections of Asian-inspired decor. The place feels clean and modern. The front end was nice. The menu for Columbus Day was dinner only at 1:00 in the afternoon. That sort of dinged my impression at first, but there were a lot of choices, as we were presented with four menus. We selected a shrimp tempura sushi and spicy edamame for the appetizer. The sushi was spot on, actually better than many places I've been to over the years. The spicy edamame was tasty but lacked a little bit of salt though it did have a nice spice, just right.For our dishes we had Pad Thai and I got the pineapple walnut shrimp. It was presented with the tail sticking up and looked adorable. It was a little odd that the pineapple in the center was not part of the actual sauce and was cold. It was basically the traditional shrimp and walnut dish that you would get in many restaurants just with pineapple in the center. I decided to squeeze a little bit of lime on it and be honest with you. I highly recommend that to the chef to possibly consider, it made so much difference for just one little teeny wedge of lime squeezed on top at the finish.I used the restroom which was not as stylish as the restaurant, it was straight-up utilitarian, it almost felt like you were in a restroom for a completely other type of business, just seemed out of place. All in all, I would definitely return to this establishment as the food was above average across the board."

Oishii Boston

★★★★☆ 3.9 (874) • $$$

"Normally I don't like to do too much for my birthday, but my sweet Christopher is AMAZING and the BESTEST! He took me here for an early birthday dinner & Oishii's is always a great time. Tonight, we got the hamachi appetizer & salmon on fire, 3 maki rolls (toro truffle, for the love of salmon, & crunch mango), two entrees (chilean sea bass & squid ink noodles), & of course, had to end our meal with the lovely coconut sphere (my favorite!). We were not the biggest fan of asparagus or cucumber rolls last time we were here so we decided to skip out on those rolls. Everything tasted absolutely delicious per usual & cannot recommend Oishii's enough for sushi! Their menu is a bit on the pricey side BUT very generous portions and not skimpy like other high end restaurants. Dark ambiance here. Don't be shy to use flash for pictures hahaha. The toro truffle is a MUST, as well as the coconut sphere. 10/10 ;)"

RUKA Restobar

★★★★☆ 4 (805) • $$

"Who doesn't love a great restaurant that is in or close to their Hotel? I know I do!After staying at The Godfrey Hotel (right next door) we had the pleasure of eating here which was both convenient and excellent. We could head right up to our hotel room afterward. RUKA is part of the same restaurant group that owns Yvonnes, Coquette, Mariel, and Lolita to name a few. It is a Peruvian-Asian style cuisine that offers tapas-style dishes and some larger portions as well. For a Sunday evening, they were jam-packed so we sat at their sushi bar. The menu is broken down into categories such as Chilled, Hot, Makimoto (sushi), and Wok. I liked this since some of these dishes can be overwhelming and having it outlined like this gave me some knowledge of what to expect. Their Cocktail List is amazing and offers a little bit of everything for everyone. I decided to stick to one of their Sake to pair with some of our food. I wish they offered Sake Flights but maybe down the road and after reading my review they will:)We shared a few dishes: Sesame Noodles, Chicken Fried Rice, and Fried Chicken. All were excellent and shareable which I liked. The Fried Rice was the only item that we couldn't finish. I highly recommend coming here for date night since the ambiance and vibe is super sexy. I can't wait to come back and try some of their other menu items."

The Mad Monkfish

★★★★☆ 3.6 (976) • $$

"We came here late Sunday night and everything was delicious. We sat outside but could still hear the jazz. The pad see ew was great with the crispy roast duck with the different textures and flavors. The soup was soooo good. I would buy that broth. The drinks were so cute and also delicious."

Fuji at Assembly

★★★★☆ 4.1 (677) • $$

"Everyone in the area knows Fuji as absolute sushi legends. Everyone's got a go to order. Below is ours! Lychee martinis or sake! General gaos chicken with a side of white rice. Maki Moro super combo sushi rolls. Super underrated-- pork belly + scallions!! GET IT. We have excellent service at all times for take out, at the bar or for dinner. We love it here and you will to."

Yoki Japanese Restaurant & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.9 (704) • $$

"Loved the Red Sox Maki and Hamachi sushi! Place is nice and spacious.The staff was pleasant. Came in a group, and was surprised of how good the sushi was and the price was reasonable. I will come here again."

Super Fusion Cuisine II

★★★★☆ 4.4 (527) • $$

"Love love love this place! My bf and I have become frequent diners at this wonderful sushi spot! The sushi is always fresh and scrumptious. They always have interesting new items that are not on their menu which we always try but we almost always go with their individual salmon, eel, and Toro sashimi. We also really like their rolls and they are so good at making substitutions for non avocado people (crazy I know). The Watertown roll is my favorite because it has spicy tuna. I love spiny tuna rolls. Their miso soup is also a must, which makes our meal complete. They have a huge list of roll options which we still need to explore but so far we keep enjoying our favorites! The service is great! They are very attentive and your water cup is always replenished very quickly. We definitely think of this spot when we are craving yummy sushi!"

Irashai Sushi and Teriyaki

★★★★☆ 4.1 (602) • $$

"My friend and I came here for dinner on a Sunday night around 6:15pm. It wasn't too busy and we had no issue grabbing a table. We shared the sushi/sashimi combo, which came with 8 pieces of sashimi and 8 pieces of sushi. Everything was fresh and tasted good. Not a life-changing meal, but definitely a solid sushi spot!"

Ebi Sushi Bar

★★★★☆ 4 (543) • $$

"Ebi is the best. Great quality and prices! I love their toro and it's very reasonably priced ($7.50 mkt). We've been coming more frequently this year after having a lovely time in March for a birthday dinner. The service is always friendly and they have been super accommodating of any allergies/special requests.It's usually busy on Friday and Saturday nights so they have a wait list at the door. It's usually not too bad of a wait but they do want you to stay close by. Highly recommend!!"

Sugidama Soba & Izakaya

★★★★☆ 4.2 (471) • $$

"Excellent soba place that offers a wide variety of dishes. The soba is their specialty but it seems as if they're willing to offer other stuff like sushi as well.The appetizers might have been even better than the soba. The dragon ball avocado cold starter was beautifully presented, with roe and crabstick inside. The mayo might have been slathered on too heavily, but otherwise a nice dish. The homemade tofu was a light appetizer that brought out the homemade soybean flavor really nicely, with quality fish flake and seaweed garnishes. The galbi and shitake mushroom yakitori skewers were quite flavorful, especially the shitake.The pork kimchi hot soup dip with cold soba was fairly excellent; I wish that the buckwheat granules of the cold soba were more pronounced on bite, but the soba was definitely fresh tasting. The pork kimchi soup was a nice complement as well. The pork used was belly; that could have been clearer on the menu.The Ebi Kakiage Hot Soba comes with a creative deep-fried mixed vegetable with shrimp concoction. It was an interesting take on the more usual tempura options. This evening's presentations were a bit too oily, but the concept was strong and in general quite delicious."

Laughing Monk Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.4 (421) • $$

"Highly recommend! Was looking for a restaurant near the hotel we were staying at for a quick dinner before meeting with friends. Read some old reviews about how they are skimpy on the portions but we were so surprised by the generous portion of our dinner.Taste is amazing. The bf had the beef pad see ew and declared it the best version he had ever had. We even returned for lunch the day before heading to the airport. I had the yellow curry tofu and loved it. The dish was creamy with thick coconut curry with tons of vegetables and tofu. It is also not overtly sweet unlike some Thai restaurants' rendition of the classic.For our last lunch in Boston, I had the drunken noodle. I must say that was a strange. It wasn't bad. It just wasn't drunken noodle. The taste is not quite there.In any case, place is an absolute gem. Service is courteous. Will be back when we return to Boston.P/S: Parking is tough in the area. You are better off walking like we did or take the T"

Sushi Kappo Toraya

★★★★☆ 4.2 (439)

"Date night means fancy sushi night! My bf and I were craving sushi on our weekly date night and decided to try this place. We were lucky to get quickly seated on a busy Saturday night because they only have a few two people tables, two four people tables and one table for six. I felt bad for the big group that was waiting before we got there because we were finished with our meal by the time they got seated. There are many dishes to choose from in the menu besides sushi. They also have main entrees, appetizers and sides and tons of different sakes and alcoholic beverages to choose from. Since it was tough to choose from the menu we both decided on the chefs omakase special. We each got a bowl of warm miso soup to start and a bottle of ice cold sake to share. When our sushi came out we were super excited because it looked delicious! The fish tasted fresh and some had a surprising strong kick of wasabi which surprised me in a good way. The waitress was very attentive and kept filling our glasses of water. We enjoyed the nice relaxing background music as we quickly devoured our delicious meal. This was such a nice treat!"

North End Fish Market

★★★★☆ 4.4 (384) • $$

"North End is a really small shop that doesn't stand out much in appearance but really delivers in food quality and service. LOBSTER ROLLI tried 3 of Boston's top ranked lobster rolls and North End's ended up being my favorite. I was a bit surprised that this was my favorite since I favor hot lobster. The interesting thing was that the 3 rolls I tried varied in both size and price quite drastically. I'd describe North End's lobster roll as medium sized. At $18, North End's lobster roll was easily the best value of the lobster rolls I saw in town.The lobster roll here has great balance. The cold lobster tastes great and the toasted bread works perfectly together. I loved the structure of the roll. It all held together till my last bite. Visually, it wasn't the greatest. Since all food is take out here, the rolls are just wrapped up and handed to you in a bag. SERVICEFriendly, welcoming people."

UNI

★★★★☆ 3.6 (561) • $$$$

"The vibe in this restaurant was great! We sat in the upstairs section. It's a little more lively, yet dimly lit, than the restaurant on the lower version. It's exactly what we needed. The place was happening for a Monday night. Our waiter was upbeat and helped us navigate the menu. We ordered a bunch of things to share:Bay scallop sashimiWhite truffle hamachi (special)Shrimp tempuraChow fun noodles Apple saladSpicy yellowtail rollEverything was really great and unique. My favorites were the bay scallop, chow fun noodles, and apple salad. I loved the citrus in the bay scallop dish. The texture in the chow fun noodles was unique and the freshness of the apple salad was great too. We ordered a bottle of sake to accompany our meal. We added on the spicy yellowtail because we were still a little bit hungry, but the items above were enough to fill our stomachs, but not feel overstuffed. This was a great place and dinner!"

Basho Japanese Brasserie

★★★★☆ 3.5 (587) • $$

"A good place for sushi and other Asian cuisine. Basho is located pretty close to Fenway. It makes a good stop before or after a game. Has quite a lot of variety and makes it easier for everyone to find something they like. The prices are kind of high but they're not worse than most of these neighborhood places. I think it's a nice place for a quiet evening if the music isn't loud. Sometimes it's played really loud and you can't hear a thing. There's other times it's quieter and you can actually talk amongst yourselves. Has a bar which is good for smaller groups. Sushi is the main thing. Lots of specialty rolls to choose from. There's typical ones and more exotic ones. I like the Sweet Potato Roll the best. It's $7.50 for a good sized one. This is made with a sweet soy based sauce. Good place for Asian cuisine. If there's only a few in a group the bar is a good place to sit. The tools include many vegetarian choices with the sweet potatoes being the best of these."

Oppa Sushi

★★★★☆ 4.3 (383) • $$

"Cute spot for lunch.It's pretty dated, but cozy and the owner was by himself when we came for lunch.The sushi is great price to ratio and very filling.Ofc we went for the flaming bruins maki, the baked scallop maki, and the red dragon maki.Now i must say majority of the maki have shrimp tempura in it as a base with various tuna and salmon etc on top. Great flavors and he's generous with the portions.The sashimi was fresh and large slices! The agedashi tofu needed to be heated more but the owner made that right real fast! Thank you for that! Overall this isn't a super fancy, super high end priced spot. If you want good flavors fresh fish and at a good price, come support him! Will be back!"

3 Country Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.4 (357)

"*NOTE* There's a small parking lot on your right when you pass this restaurant!Came here on a Saturday evening for dinner. This place is fairly small establishment but has a huge menu selection (cuisine from Japan, Thailand and Korea!).I got the beef Pad See You and it was absolutely tasty especially for the price! Many restaurants I've been to charge $2+ for what I got so I was extremely impressed for the high quality and taste of the meal.Everyone at my table enjoyed their meal and our waitress was quick and prompt with drink refills.This place can easily be passed by if you're not looking for it but if you want some high quality Asian cuisine you can't go wrong with this place if you're in the area!"

Yamato Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3 (739)

"Yamato is decent AYCE sushi with appetizers, entrees, and dessert. Since it's a buffet, don't expect the best quality. I usually go here for their dinner service and order mostly sashimi, especially the tuna, white tuna, salmon, and mackerel. For appetizers, I love their shumai (fried or steamed), crab rangoon, agedashi tofu, and fried tempera. I would skip the fried calamari and spring rolls since they are frozen supermarket quality. I would also pass on their soups (udon and ramen). I like their salmon teriyaki and steak. For rolls, the rainbow, dragon, yellowtail & scallion, salmon & avocado, philly, and spicy salmon are some of my favorites. For dessert, I would pass on the fried banana and get the fried ice cream (only comes in vanilla) and regular ice cream (comes in green tea, red bean, or vanilla). The sashimi is good quality for a buffet. Their sushi rolls are padded with a fair amount of rice so I wouldn't order too many.I recommend ordering the most with the first round because they tend to drop items or give you less pieces with future rounds. I've also noticed that the food takes longer to come after the first two rounds so re-order early. The service is typical for an Asian restaurant and you will need to flag your server down from time to time.As fast as food waste goes, as long as it's reasonable, you won't be charged, but I have seen them charge items a la carta pricing if alot of sashimi or rolls are left uneaten. There is a 2 hour seating limit after you sit down. Currently, lunch (till 3pm) is $23.00 M-F and $26 on Saturday, Sunday, and holidays. Dinner is $31.99 Sunday to Thursday and $33.99 on Friday, Saturday, and holidays. There are some dinner exclusive items such as sashimi, sushi combos, dessert, and a few entree items."

Yamato 2

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (605) • $$

"The Internet seems to have a very positive opinion about Yamato. After walking by and having a mental bookmark for over a decade, it was finally time to stop in. I blame Reddit - plus I had a nearby interview that got out just as lunch was starting. Off the bat: $24.50 for AYCE sushi lunch is a great deal, especially in downtown Boston. However, $25 can get you all sorts of delicious lunches, and I'm not sure Yamato has gone in my Rolodex of places to revisit. I do think it is worth a second chance though... only maybe for dinner.I had the opportunity to try:- Crab Rangoons- Brighton Maki- Volcano Maki- Salmon & Tuna Sushi- Salmon Skin Hand RollThe Crab Rangoons were alright. The filling was A-OK, however the fried wonton was on the thicker and chewier side for my taste. The Brighton Maki was a bit unsure. Rather than having a spicy tuna filling, in this case it was the exterior topping! Inside was avocado and white fish. Flavor-wise, this role wasn't much to write home about. I found the pieces a little inconsistent as well (more or less spicy tuna topping, smaller or larger bit of white fish, etc). Texture-wise, the large amount of spicy tuna, rice, and avocado led to a mouthfeel that hid the white fish. Overall though, pretty average: I'm glad I ordered it, but not necessarily something I'd order on future visits.Something I would skip on future visits is is the Volcano Maki. This one contained...cheese? I'm not sure, but it was a simple spicy tuna maki topped with a seemingly cheese-bound "torched scallop, tobiko, scallion, crab meat and mushroom mixture." Points for creativity, however seems like something I would make when trying to empty my fridge pre-vacation. It did not work here in my opinion.The salmon skin hand roll was very good. This one had balanced textures and ingredients, and allowed the quality of the rice to shine. While I deviation from my usual eel hand roll, this is something I would happily order again (though maybe in the eel variety).Also a favorite were the salmon and tuna sushi (nigiri, I suppose?). The simplicity is what works here. High quality rice and fresh fish, plus a little soy sauce makes for a winning combination.Finally, the service was friendly and attentive, no complaints there. The location was generally pleasant, but felt a little musty, and the mirrors could use a good wipe down.Thus, while the rice and fish are fresh and tasty, the execution could use some work overall. As such, I have the agree with Yelp's 3-star average, and disagree with those friends and Redditors who extol Yamato's virtues."

Sakana

★★★★★ 4.5 (298) • $$

"If I had to choose a couple items for my last meal on Earth, sushi from Sakana would be on there. Sakana is a small gem that I found out about 2 years ago. I came here with a hungry friend and we ordered 5 rolls EACH. Yes, this is a small hole in the wall place and yes, it's a SUPER casual place. But I absolutely love coming here. Service is very attentive and the place is clean. My favorite rolls to get here are the Hokkaido and the Sakana, but every piece of fish that you put in your mouth from here is fresh. I have not had a bad experience and I hope it stays that way. Sakana is also very affordable (for sushi) and the quality is top notch. The place is definitely a no frills type of spot. There are plenty of street parking and is super accessible by bus/ a 10 minute walk from either Central/ Harvard Red Line. They also offer a few alcoholic beverages like wine, beer, and sake. Definitely come here and you will not be disappointed!"

New Ginza

★★★★☆ 3.7 (411) • $$

"Excellent sushi! Excited to know they had my uni sushi! Very happy. I also loved the spicy tuna, spucy scallops, Scorpion and catapillar roll. For dessert, I had the sago mango dessert and mango crepe which was light .i would definitely come here again. I learned that there was oyster Mondays which i must try."

MAGURO

★★★★☆ 4.4 (285) • $$

"First time in for me today. We tried to stop in another day but they were closed for vacation last time. Glad we got to catch them open this time around!First their menu is definitely got a lot going on. Sushi ramen Thai, kind of overwhelming at first.Pricing is on the higher side for rolls and dishes imo. The chicken skins. : fried well, crispy, but fried unseasoned. Asked server for some dipping sauce and salt and it was good; server quickly got me something for it. Probably wouldn't start with that again next time.The Hokkaido don was what the lady ordered she said it was fresh and yummy comparable to Tora's bowls. They ran out of sea urchin and let us sub it out for otoro. That was cool of them.I got the spicy basil with crispy chicken. Flavor was good! As i was expecting for the dish. The portion of chicken was a whole cutlet cut up into strips, a lot of onions, peppers and basil leaves.Rice doesn't come with the dish so added a side of white rice. I would note, the sauce was super watery, I'm used to having a bit thicker of a sauce for this type of dish but again, flavor was good!The Thai ice tea came in a nice glass, definitely on the creamy side flavor wise, a bit watered down but enjoyable nonetheless!Probably will be back to try some other dishes.The space is open, plenty of seating!"

Zen Japanese Grill & Sushi Bar

★★★★☆ 3.9 (354)

"Came here last week with my husband and left feeling like it was a hidden gem. Ambiance: Small, casual, two floors. We sat at the bar upstairs and it was nice intimate outing without too many bells and whistles. Super busy with delivery orders too.Food: The sushi was well made, perfect balance of rice, and the yellowtail nigiri was also delicious. We enjoyed the pork gyoza as well and that was super yummy/juicy.Will totally come back! It's a great escape when you're craving sushi and don't want to get it delivered but also don't want to dress up to go out. Comfy outing with simply well done food, at a reasonable price."

Symphony Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.6 (403) • $$

"Got the Hawaii roll which had rice paper around spicy salmon and then also had the crazy salmon. That one sometimes masked the flavors of the fish. The sashimi dinner was decent but the tuna wasn't as tasty as I would have liked it to be. Salmon fried rice was a bit oily, and the miso soup was overly salted."

Fuji at Kendall

★★★★☆ 3.6 (397) • $$

"This was my second time at Fuji and I got to try a few more sushi rolls. The rolls only came with six pieces each, but they were pretty substantial, especially the makimono specials. In fact, it was a bit of a challenge to eat each piece in one bite! Next time I will have to try some of their non-sushi offerings.I could tell the ingredients were of high quality and the rice was cooked perfectly. They put a good amount of tobiko and other toppings on each piece. I think they could have added a bit less sauce on some of the rolls, especially the eel, because some bites were very sweet. Overall, still a big fan. Good spot for sushi if you're looking for a nicer ambiance. The staff is attentive and helpful, and they are helpful with recommending dishes!"

Crudo

★★★★☆ 3.8 (349) • $$$

"If I were rating Crudo on the food alone, it would be 4 stars (probably more a 4.5, but that's not an option). Unfortunately for Crudo, the vibe is just a weird one overall. To start with the positive:Ordered the jalapeno hamachi and the firecracker calamari - both came out quickly and were perfection. The hamachi was so fresh and absolutely delicious and really well portioned. The calamari was DELICIOUS and a massive portion for $16. The spicy aioli wasn't too spicy, but was a great add and the calamari felt really light despite being breaded. All the food was incredibly fresh and was presented beautifully as well. The service was also great - the bartender was attentive without being overbearing and the service was really quick. You could also see the sushi chefs prepping everything and see the fish displayed and all of it looked incredibly fresh (really gorgeous red tuna and perfect looking salmon - nothing looked at all gray or like it had been sitting out). The bar area and restaurant itself was beautiful too! Really awesome decor. Now for why I'm only giving it 3 stars (and I hate this, because the food really was awesome!). Maybe this is an indication I'm getting very old, but the music was LOUD. Like, really loud - I'm a fan of EDM, but this was super dubstep-y, deep, deep house and it just didn't fit the vibe of the restaurant at all. It was really difficult to hold a conversation - and I was there at 5:30 PM (maybe more indication I'm getting old). The drinks are also served in these MASSIVE glasses. It's a little gimmicky to be given a punchbowl of Sapporo (that also tasted flat). To me, it seemed to more make it seem like the cocktails were larger than they are and it just didn't do it for me. Overall, I wish I could separate out the food from the overall vibe, but they unfortunately go hand in hand. I would have stayed longer for more apps or sushi, but because of the extremely loud music that didn't really fit a sushi spot (and early o'clock as well), I wouldn't return especially since there are so many other great sushi options."

Nijiya Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.5 (400) • $$

"I've been here two separate times over the past few months and had a pretty solid experience both times. It's a pretty standard AYCE experience - you order by tallying items from a paper menu and the food comes out pretty quickly after submitting your selections. Water was refilled at a decent rate, albeit we had to ask a few times for it during both visits.The place felt decently clean and it was pretty busy both times so I would say it's pretty popular. The fish was very solid on terms of quality and the quantity of each order was standard - no skimping or stuffing rice either which is a common issue for most all you can eat spots. Overall, solid buffet choice for Medford and I definitely wouldn't hesitate to come back in the future. Service could've been better, but you're not going for amazing wait staff or a super friendly, amazing experience - just good and plentiful sushi."

Maki Maki Japanese Restaurant

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (478) • $$$

"Let me start off by saying this was one of the worst dining experiences I have ever had. We came for my 25th birthday. My family was excited to indulge in all you can eat sushi + sashimi for the evening. However, as we started putting orders in, we noticed some suspicious activity.1. The waiter sent out 4-5x more of the cheaper sushi options than we had ordered.2. The waiter sent out 0.01% of the "pricier" options (sashimi) that we had ordered, at a trickling pace slower than my morning commute. It took 1-2 hours for 8 pieces of sashimi to come out when our party of 10 ordered 30.3. Combine 1-2, the strategy was clearly "get the customer stuffed on the cheap stuff, so they don't eat the good stuff."Our waiter was not helping.1. He operated with lightning speed when taking orders and rarely visited us for follow-up. He also did not speak very clearly and would blame us for confusing him. It was all a show to get us out of there as fast as possible.2. We had brought a birthday cake, which our waiter had the audacity to ask if we were ready for after maybe 10 mins of cheap sushi eating.3. All of these shenanigans led to a pretty public argument between our party and management.So why is this 5 stars?After our complaint, our waiter brought out my birthday cake and generously sang happy birthday to us. He had lots of joy. We offered him and the staff some of the cake too. They were all happy and the general mood improved. It was as if World War II had ended and we were eating cake to celebrate. The ambiance became truly warm.Overall, we were scammed. Our time was wasted. The sushi was mediocre. But by the grace of Lebanese-Japanese relations, we ended the night with a peaceful and beautiful birthday celebration. Thank you Maki Maki!"

Fin's Sushi and Grill

★★★★☆ 3.8 (319) • $$

"A nice local take out sushi shop around Cleveland circle! I've tried a couple of things here and I would say my top two favs are their seafood roll and poke bowls. I like how you can do salad for their poke bowl and they use a good wasabi dressing and put lots of sashimi cubed pieces and fruit. Such a refreshing meal! Service is quick."

Shoyu Chinese & Japanese cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.3 (248) • $$

"I enjoyed our meal here with our friends. You can have a choice of Thai, Chinese or Japanese. There almost was too much on the menu. I opted for the Japanese - and ordered a Lobster roll (without the spicy mayo), seaweed salad and miso soup. Some other items on the table were sushi sashimi mix; fried rice and a chicken wonton soup. I was happy to say that the service was very good and they were very prompt with their food service. They stopped by a few times to make sure everything was good and it was."