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Suishaya

hollywoodeastrumors.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:05:45 +0000

Set in the heart of Chinatown, this Japanese/Korean restaurant has developed a loyal following thanks to fresh, plentiful sushi offerings. The all-you-can-eat special is a big draw Monday through Wednesday nights, and box lunches draw favor with business folks. Great starters include Korean soups and stews, and broiled eel and vegetable dishes also come highly recommended. Open until the wee hours.

Fugakyu

hollywoodeastrumors.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:05:45 +0000

Fugakyu is an elegant sort of place that caters to a sushi loving crowd. The lovely interior features two special dining rooms that have interesting folding rice-paper screens for privacy and feature stone flooring and bubbling fountains. Regulars feast on plates of tempura, sushi, sashimi, and other traditional Japanese dishes. The green tea ice cream is a must-have meal finisher. Great cocktail lounge perfect for mixing with the upper crust.

New Ginza

hollywoodeastrumors.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:05:45 +0000

Folks west of Boston need not travel all the way into the city to enjoy great sushi. No, they can get that at Watertown’s rather stylish New Ginza, younger sibling of the popular Chinatown spot. Like its elder, this location draws rave reviews for its creative takes on maki, nigiri and sashimi, all of them made with fresh-from-the-sea ingredients and some of them named after local icons like the Pats, Sox and Celtics. In addition, their delicious “hot” dishes like yaki-niku and nabemono are sound alternatives if you’re not in the mood for the raw.

Osushi

hollywoodeastrumors.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:05:45 +0000

Located as it is in Copley Place, Osushi certainly doesn’t want for lack of business. Of course, the convenience factor only partially explains this place’s appeal. Hip and very sexy, the black and red minimalist space draws a cool mix of business types, international travelers and Back Bay hipsters. Sushi and sashimi are masterfully prepared using only the freshest available ingredients, and each dish is evocatively presented. The sake selection, unsurprisingly, draws vast approval from those who fancy themselves rice wine connoisseurs, and more adventurous palates should consider taking the plunge in one of the bar signature saketinis.

Village Sushi & Grill

hollywoodeastrumors.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:05:45 +0000

Though the Village’s culinary expertise extends far beyond traditional Japanese cuisine (a quick run-through of the menu’ll reveal dishes like pad Thai and even Korean barbecue), what really draws folks to this Roslindale space is the sushi. Indeed, their artistically-presented sushi comes in all shapes, sizes and versions – nigiri to sushimi. That said, several maki creations count themselves among the house specialties, including the JP Blues (named in honor of cousin-at-arms JP Seafood) and New England (white fish, fried of course) rolls.

Umi

hollywoodeastrumors.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:05:45 +0000

If you’re convinced that wings, burgers and dogs are best things to eat before or after catching a game at Fenway, Umi on Peterborough aims to change your mind. Needless to say, if you give this casual sushi joint a shot, it’ll do just that. Saddle up to the bar and treat your palate to something more sensual than ho-hum pub grub – perhaps the Spicy Maki Combo chased by a Sapporo or two. If sit down fare is required, the kitchen skillfully prepares a number of tasty tempura, teriyaki and noodle dishes.

Sakurabana

hollywoodeastrumors.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:05:45 +0000

There’s much to recommend Sakurabana as the perfect downtown lunch stop: quick service, great specials, and terrific sushi. At both lunch and dinner, an extensive menu and large portions don’t hurt the cause either. In fact, you’re sure to walk away satisfied after a feast of traditional fare. Enjoy steaming miso soup and a round of sashimi for dinner, or enjoy sushi and drinks at the bar.

Ginza

hollywoodeastrumors.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:05:45 +0000

Recognized as having some of Boston’s freshest, tastiest sushi, this popular restaurant also serves until late in the night. Signature maki rolls are good enough to transform first-timers into regulars, and other Japanese dishes like yakiniku and nabemono-barbecue also prove satisfying. Waitresses decked out in traditional Japanese kimonos hurry about the room, making sure guests are accommodated.

Takeshima

hollywoodeastrumors.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:05:45 +0000

A favorite among Bostonians in the Brookline area, this sushi stop serves consistent dishes of sushi and other authentic Japanese cuisine. Try either the sushi or sashimi, and you’ll be hooked. Order the tuna and avocado roll or the obligatory California roll. Before leaving, be sure to ask for the fried green tea ice cream as it’s quite a treat. The waitstaff is quite knowledgeable and ready to make sure your visit is a very pleasant one. Smart casual dress.

Oishii

hollywoodeastrumors.com — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:05:45 +0000

Take a pair of brothers whose capacity for creativity knows few limits, give them fresh seafood, and if you’re lucky you’ll get something like this popular sushi bar. Such delicious devotion to achieve the perfect harmony of flavors – a never-ending quest for the Brothers San, to be sure – explains the large crowds intimate Oishii draws from night to night. Specialties include seaweed-wrapped Oyster Sushi, Shiitake Mushroom Tempura Roll, Fluke Sashimi and Boston Maki. Fairly-priced lunch box specials come with miso and salad, and the restaurant also serves up clams, nabemono dishes and yaki ishi plates prepared tableside.