This place is absolutely delicious. First of all it’s adorable inside. it was very busy and we sat at the bar. The wait staff was incredibly friendly and kind.We ordered an appetiser of coconut shrimp which was crispy and super hot and fresh and delicious. Then we each ordered two rolls which came to us on these giant dragons. We were not expecting that and the presentation was absolutely amazing.I loved watching everyone else’s plates come out of the sushi bar area because the presentation on each and every plate no matter what was ordered was absolutely impeccable. It was like an absolute work of art.I will definitely be coming back here because of the friendliness the service and the overall atmosphere 10 out of 10!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jessie Markham
Finally found my new sushi spot! You can tell everything is super fresh. We got the salmon poppers for an appetizer and they were delicious. The presentation is absolutely adorable each roll comes out on a cute handmade display with lights and flowers. I got the rainbow Naruto roll which is wrapped in cucumber they were very big and so fresh and I loved the sauce it came with on the side. My husband got the Godzilla roll and the Diablo roll which he loved both. The shrimp and chicken hibachi was amazing the shrimp were huge and veggies were so good with the yum yum and ginger sauce. Omg if you are a mochi lover you must get it for dessert it comes with whip cream and chocolate drizzle on top with sprinkles and a chocolate stick. Inside is very clean and decorated super cute they have a huge menu selection with LOTS of options. This place has been here for two years and I wish I found it sooner!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mochi - Japanese Ice Cream, Rainbow Naruto Roll
Kesura (Kesura)
Little hidden gem for me ^_^ My husband and I actually found Oishi by accident one night when we were looking for a new Hibachi Grill.This place is ALWAYS good. I love their Oishi special and all the different types of Sake (?) They have. Their mango shrimp is so addicting.Service is very fast and I'm surprised this place is not always busy with how good it is.The ramen is also good, it's not overly salty like some places I've been to. Their fried rice is AMAZING.Gosh honestly? Not a single bad dish on their menu.Their prices are good too, but so good that we spend a minimum of $100 everytime we go. My husband and I are truck drivers and we always stop in when we come on hometime. On that note, truckers don't try and go in the semi...she will not fit...sadly xD
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Reman, Tempura
Carol A Gravelin
Appetizers were good, the sushi was mushy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Mark Belanger
Read other reviews and decided to try this establishment. My wife and I are so glad we did! While the outside presence is underwhelming, the interior decor is excellent and the staff are super friendly and efficient. We ordered sushi and hibachi meals which were incredibly prepared and presented! We are excited to bring or family and friends to try our new find!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeanie Lynn
Wow is all I can say! Loved everything we ordered. The food was exceptional and so was the staff. The plating was so pretty! We will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Frank Viall
Absolutely fantastic! I have been to Japanese cuisine from Palm Springs to Denver to Austin to Wyoming and all points in between. You will not be disappointed if you have a pallet for taste and culture of Japanese flavor. Very impressive and pleased! If you want a giant bucket of slop,,,go to a buffet,,if you want proper portions with amazing flavor,,,this is the place! I have nothing negative to say flavor, atmosphere and the smiles from the staff are top notch!We will definitely be returning ????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
zaccheus jammer
Fantastic food, service and presentation! Would highly recommend for seafood lovers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary Ann (alex c.)
Hidden gem ❤️. Great sashimi. Wonderful presentation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sashimi Deluxe
Carolyn Brehm
We tried this place while staying at the Hickory Point RV Park and it was quite good. I got the Avocado Bomb based on another review and liked it! My husband got the 7-piece sashimi. We got three Specialty Rolls - Kiss of Fire, Hot Mama and the Yellowtail Jalapeño…we like spicy rolls. They were all good and Happy Hour is from 4-7pm so I got the House Chardonnay for a steal and it was a nice glass of wine. If we lived in the area, this would absolutely be a regular place for us. And we had no problem parking an RV in their private lot.
I love this place! I have never had a bad experience. They do so good with not overloading the sushi with rice. Service is exceptional and they always have happy hour/lunch specials. I would highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kim Amburgey
My husband and I eat here once a week! Terrific food, friendly staff and pleasant atmosphere. So wonderful to have an authentic Japanese restaurant right here in Tarpon Springs. Highly recommend. They even have a free parking lot for the restaurant patrons, can be hard to find at the Sponge Docks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sara Beale
Stumbled across this place walking around tarpon with my mom. From the outside we were like I don't know about this place. WELL I am so glad we went in and checked it out because it was beautiful inside. The menu is insane, so many options. We ordered 3 rolls and a few appetizers. THE SUSHI CAME OUT ON A DRAGON THAT LIT UP. It was SO COOL. I took videos but for some reason it would not let me upload it here. The presentation for all the dishes is great and it taste fantastic as well. It's a win win. I've already told all my friends about this place and I will most definitely be back. HIGHLY recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Maria Dipierri
I must say, after several people gave this place as a recommendation I was very disappointed. The girl who took care of us was so unattended, and not friendly. I explained to her that this was our first time I had some questions about the menu, and she acted like we were bothering her. Let me just say there was no one in the restaurant besides me and my granddaughter Secondly the food was not up to par. I thought the Ramen was awful. The sushi was very good, but I think we made the experience worse was the server.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
Jeff A.
I wasn't expecting to find a great sushi restaurant in the sponge docks but I was mistaken. Really cute restaurant and the food was delicious.
This place is absolutely delicious. First of all it’s adorable inside. it was very busy and we sat at the bar. The wait staff was incredibly friendly and kind.We ordered an appetiser of coconut shrimp which was crispy and super hot and fresh and delicious. Then we each ordered two rolls which came to us on these giant dragons. We were not expecting that and the presentation was absolutely amazing.I loved watching everyone else’s plates come out of the sushi bar area because the presentation on each and every plate no matter what was ordered was absolutely impeccable. It was like an absolute work of art.I will definitely be coming back here because of the friendliness the service and the overall atmosphere 10 out of 10!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Finally found my new sushi spot! You can tell everything is super fresh. We got the salmon poppers for an appetizer and they were delicious. The presentation is absolutely adorable each roll comes out on a cute handmade display with lights and flowers. I got the rainbow Naruto roll which is wrapped in cucumber they were very big and so fresh and I loved the sauce it came with on the side. My husband got the Godzilla roll and the Diablo roll which he loved both. The shrimp and chicken hibachi was amazing the shrimp were huge and veggies were so good with the yum yum and ginger sauce. Omg if you are a mochi lover you must get it for dessert it comes with whip cream and chocolate drizzle on top with sprinkles and a chocolate stick. Inside is very clean and decorated super cute they have a huge menu selection with LOTS of options. This place has been here for two years and I wish I found it sooner!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mochi - Japanese Ice Cream, Rainbow Naruto Roll
Little hidden gem for me ^_^ My husband and I actually found Oishi by accident one night when we were looking for a new Hibachi Grill.This place is ALWAYS good. I love their Oishi special and all the different types of Sake (?) They have. Their mango shrimp is so addicting.Service is very fast and I'm surprised this place is not always busy with how good it is.The ramen is also good, it's not overly salty like some places I've been to. Their fried rice is AMAZING.Gosh honestly? Not a single bad dish on their menu.Their prices are good too, but so good that we spend a minimum of $100 everytime we go. My husband and I are truck drivers and we always stop in when we come on hometime. On that note, truckers don't try and go in the semi...she will not fit...sadly xD
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Reman, Tempura
Appetizers were good, the sushi was mushy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Read other reviews and decided to try this establishment. My wife and I are so glad we did! While the outside presence is underwhelming, the interior decor is excellent and the staff are super friendly and efficient. We ordered sushi and hibachi meals which were incredibly prepared and presented! We are excited to bring or family and friends to try our new find!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow is all I can say! Loved everything we ordered. The food was exceptional and so was the staff. The plating was so pretty! We will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely fantastic! I have been to Japanese cuisine from Palm Springs to Denver to Austin to Wyoming and all points in between. You will not be disappointed if you have a pallet for taste and culture of Japanese flavor. Very impressive and pleased! If you want a giant bucket of slop,,,go to a buffet,,if you want proper portions with amazing flavor,,,this is the place! I have nothing negative to say flavor, atmosphere and the smiles from the staff are top notch!We will definitely be returning ????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic food, service and presentation! Would highly recommend for seafood lovers.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hidden gem ❤️. Great sashimi. Wonderful presentation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sashimi Deluxe
We tried this place while staying at the Hickory Point RV Park and it was quite good. I got the Avocado Bomb based on another review and liked it! My husband got the 7-piece sashimi. We got three Specialty Rolls - Kiss of Fire, Hot Mama and the Yellowtail Jalapeño…we like spicy rolls. They were all good and Happy Hour is from 4-7pm so I got the House Chardonnay for a steal and it was a nice glass of wine. If we lived in the area, this would absolutely be a regular place for us. And we had no problem parking an RV in their private lot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I love this place! I have never had a bad experience. They do so good with not overloading the sushi with rice. Service is exceptional and they always have happy hour/lunch specials. I would highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My husband and I eat here once a week! Terrific food, friendly staff and pleasant atmosphere. So wonderful to have an authentic Japanese restaurant right here in Tarpon Springs. Highly recommend. They even have a free parking lot for the restaurant patrons, can be hard to find at the Sponge Docks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stumbled across this place walking around tarpon with my mom. From the outside we were like I don't know about this place. WELL I am so glad we went in and checked it out because it was beautiful inside. The menu is insane, so many options. We ordered 3 rolls and a few appetizers. THE SUSHI CAME OUT ON A DRAGON THAT LIT UP. It was SO COOL. I took videos but for some reason it would not let me upload it here. The presentation for all the dishes is great and it taste fantastic as well. It's a win win. I've already told all my friends about this place and I will most definitely be back. HIGHLY recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I must say, after several people gave this place as a recommendation I was very disappointed. The girl who took care of us was so unattended, and not friendly. I explained to her that this was our first time I had some questions about the menu, and she acted like we were bothering her. Let me just say there was no one in the restaurant besides me and my granddaughter Secondly the food was not up to par. I thought the Ramen was awful. The sushi was very good, but I think we made the experience worse was the server.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
I wasn't expecting to find a great sushi restaurant in the sponge docks but I was mistaken. Really cute restaurant and the food was delicious.