Ando Japanese Restaurant

Food, the service and the ambiance are always the best. Plus, because they don't have a liquor license. You're welcome to bring in a bottle of your favorite beverage and they will cork it for you.

I can't believe it's been over ten years since I wrote my first review for Ando. It is still my favorite restaurant in Cincinnati. My husband knows that it's always my first choice when dining out. Whether it's for a hot bowl of udon on a cold winter night or a beautiful sashimi dinner, I know my meal will be great! The service (Jake is our favorite server) is great too :). The dining areas are always clean, and the servers are attentive, efficient, and always willing to make our dining experience better. Love Keiko at the front-of-the-house! She is always welcoming and ensures that we have a wonderful meal.

Ando has moved! It's on reed hartman now. It's no longer on Pfeiffer. I use to go here for lunch all the time. Last night we went to Ando for dinner. And it was amazing! The price is a little higher than lunch but totally worth it. The sushi was fantastic. We got the sushi combo for two with seasonal fish. Service was great. I took a star off for ambiance, just because it's a little lack luster. But this place is def worth your time. We live in mt lookout. So we have been to all the trendy sushi places in the area. But Ando is the best and definitely worth the drive out to Blueash.

Update: They have been serving alcohol for a while now and offer a pretty decent house white for only $18. This time we ordered various sushi rolls that were all excellent. We shared two of the miso cod and tempura vegetables, and I had the pork. The pork was the only dish that missed the mark. Our server Suzanne is always lovely, as is the rest of the very helpful staff. The location is much nicer now than the original building. I called on a Wednesday and left a message for a reservation on Saturday at 7:00 and they had our table ready for us.

My favorite place to go for sushi and splurge a little. It's a mom and pop shop ran by the entire family. Their service is top tier and they always make you feel like you're at their home. Service was quick and very well paced between each dish. If you sit at the bar the chefs behind the counter definitely interact and care what their customers have to say. The restaurant is smaller but it's a very intimate setting.Now onto the food. They have the most fresh cuts of fish/seafood in the tristate. Everything my husband and I had was delicious. The fatty pork just melts in your mouth. The fried squid was very well seasoned and the perfect hint of umami. Highly recommend the bento, for myself I could only finish half of my tonkatsu and it was perfect to take home.

Ando is a pricey Japanese restaurant with no frills decor. Opting for the sashimi bento box with mackerel, I found the selection to be fresh and well-prepared, with the tempura and vegetable sides complementing the meal nicely. The service was attentive, making for a pleasant dining experience overall. If you're looking for a taste of Japan in a serene atmosphere, Ando is worth considering.

Wow, totally blown away by this place. As an East Coast sushi snob, I never thought I'd find sushi of this quality in the suburbs of Cincinnati. Boy, was I wrong. I ordered the Sushi Dinner, which was 8 pieces of nigiri plus a roll for $48. They were able to accommodate my request for no uni, and even swapped edamame for the included soup and salad at no extra charge. 5 stars all around! Get there early or make a reservation, as Ando fills up!

For a great Japanese dining experience in a contemporary setting - Ando has always exceeded my expectations - the staff is always welcoming and quick to make sure your dining experience is perfect - the proprietors have devoted their menu to the freshest fish available - and to traditional Japanese cuisine! I have been fortunate to have been a patron for many years - and hopefully for many years to come! Call ahead for reservations, especially on the weekends. Inquire about the daily specials - and venture into the omakase experience for a special evening!

I'm from northern Kentucky and when miyoshi closed. we were sad and I would say it's the same and quality of food. Definitely more of a selection here and the wait staff was very kind and good was so good we are going to eat there again.

Ando is without question the best sushi restaurant in Cincinnati. I have enjoyed going to Ando many times, and now in their new space, the experience just gets better and better each time I go. They treated my group to edamame on the house, which was lovely. Every single person who works at this restaurant is unbelievably kind and hospitable. Their sushi is always fresh & flavorful. I hope to one day try some of the other dishes on their menu (they always look amazing!) but I am so in love with their sushi, I can't imagine ordering anything else. The soft shell crab roll is must-try. I was just there, but I'm already looking forward to my next visit to this restaurant!