I used to rave about the quality of fish and the quiet/minimal decor here, and have recommended the restaurant to many people. However, this last time I came to dine, one of waitresses ruined the experience for me. I ordered the chirashi, and two different sashimis, as well as the tofu agedashi.
I was served the tiniest portion of ginger that came on top of the chirashi bowl and none with the sashimi. When I asked for a bit more ginger while I was finishing my last few pieces of fish, she immediately said it would be an extra charge. I confirmed I’d like more ginger and wasabi, and she asked if I was sure, because I still had some left. When she brought more ginger, she had brought a big old mound for my last few bites- what a waste- where is the balance? Also, to charge extra for ginger when you spent $75 on a meal is quite ridiculous.
I told her I preferred to tap to pay, and she told me to come to the counter and made me tap before even handing me the bill, let alone saying what the total was. Who does that? At this point she was really grating on me. Upon paying, she then handed me the bill lol. Her service was really lacking and the weird attitude and looks were uncomfortable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 2
Al lee
Started going to toraya when it was smaller. I would not say I know much about Japanese food, but I can say this is the restaurant I go to.
Fish are fresh. Service is friendly and knowledgeable Price is great Presentation is pleasing
I know it is not easy to get a table even on weekdays. But it is worth it.
Parking: Typical Mass Ave Street parking expectation. If you don't mind 5min walk. You can find a spot
Sushi was good as usual. I found a black sharp ceramic in sushi inside my mouth, which could have crashed my molar. This was a serious incident that might have caused oral injury. However, I did not hear a proper apology from the staff. I am very disappointed.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
C G
Delicious and authentic. Interior is modern and clean. This is probably the most authentic Japanese restaurant around Massachusetts. The sushi chef is actually Japanese and you can tell just by the quality of the sushi and cut. The attention to detail such as the temperature of the sushi when it arrives at your table. I feel like I am back in Japan with every bite. I highly recommend anyone who likes sushi to stop by this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chirashi, Omakase Sushi
Alexander Michaelson
Truly wonderful authentic Japanese restaurant in Arlington. Delicious, balanced, expertly prepared. Looking forward to our next visit!
Food: 5
Eric Rosenberg
Amazing. Worth the wait on a Friday night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pitipat Wongsittikan
Great service, food, and atmosphere!!!
The waitress was very nice and polite. The food was fast. Fresh fishes. Well balanced flavors.
The room was extremely empty with no decor or anything, just a few tables in a room with some ceiling lamps. Service was good, though there was only one waitress but luckily there weren't many people so I would recommend going on a less busy hour or day. The food was pretty good like the tempura sushi and the sirloin steak as well as the raw salmon and miso soup. The only few items I didn't enjoy as much was the eel egg omelet we ordered but besides that it was decent.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Gowtam Lal
This is the most beautifully fresh sushi I’ve ever had in greater Boston, and I’ve lived here for fifteen years. The service and wait time can be somewhat lengthy, but the quality of the food given a single chef preparing everything and minimal floor staff is stunning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Dan Akron (pombeboy)
Great food and service. Try to get there around 5 so you don’t have to wait too long to get seated. I was very impressed the amount of food we get with the price. Also an amazing experience to see the chef making sushi around you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Juntao Yu
Great food and service. Try to get there around 5 so you don’t have to wait too long to get seated. I was very impressed the amount of food we get with the price. Also an amazing experience to see the chef making sushi around you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sam C
The pictures say at all. Best sushi I’ve had in the area. 100% will come back.
Very slow at lunch today. Just one Sushi chef.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 1
I used to rave about the quality of fish and the quiet/minimal decor here, and have recommended the restaurant to many people. However, this last time I came to dine, one of waitresses ruined the experience for me. I ordered the chirashi, and two different sashimis, as well as the tofu agedashi.
I was served the tiniest portion of ginger that came on top of the chirashi bowl and none with the sashimi. When I asked for a bit more ginger while I was finishing my last few pieces of fish, she immediately said it would be an extra charge. I confirmed I’d like more ginger and wasabi, and she asked if I was sure, because I still had some left. When she brought more ginger, she had brought a big old mound for my last few bites- what a waste- where is the balance? Also, to charge extra for ginger when you spent $75 on a meal is quite ridiculous.
I told her I preferred to tap to pay, and she told me to come to the counter and made me tap before even handing me the bill, let alone saying what the total was. Who does that? At this point she was really grating on me. Upon paying, she then handed me the bill lol. Her service was really lacking and the weird attitude and looks were uncomfortable.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 2
Started going to toraya when it was smaller. I would not say I know much about Japanese food, but I can say this is the restaurant I go to.
Fish are fresh.
Service is friendly and knowledgeable
Price is great
Presentation is pleasing
I know it is not easy to get a table even on weekdays. But it is worth it.
Parking: Typical Mass Ave Street parking expectation. If you don't mind 5min walk. You can find a spot
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Deluxe, Tekka Don, Chirashi, Omakase Sushi, Yellowtail Scallion
The quality of sashimi Shinji serves is the best.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chirashi, Omakase Sushi, Tuna
High end food. Wow.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sushi was good as usual. I found a black sharp ceramic in sushi inside my mouth, which could have crashed my molar. This was a serious incident that might have caused oral injury. However, I did not hear a proper apology from the staff. I am very disappointed.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Delicious and authentic. Interior is modern and clean. This is probably the most authentic Japanese restaurant around Massachusetts. The sushi chef is actually Japanese and you can tell just by the quality of the sushi and cut. The attention to detail such as the temperature of the sushi when it arrives at your table. I feel like I am back in Japan with every bite. I highly recommend anyone who likes sushi to stop by this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chirashi, Omakase Sushi
Truly wonderful authentic Japanese restaurant in Arlington. Delicious, balanced, expertly prepared. Looking forward to our next visit!
Food: 5
Amazing. Worth the wait on a Friday night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service, food, and atmosphere!!!
The waitress was very nice and polite.
The food was fast. Fresh fishes. Well balanced flavors.
The place was clean and well decorated.
The price was reasonable (in a good way).
Definately coming back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chirashi
Restaurantji Recommends
The room was extremely empty with no decor or anything, just a few tables in a room with some ceiling lamps. Service was good, though there was only one waitress but luckily there weren't many people so I would recommend going on a less busy hour or day. The food was pretty good like the tempura sushi and the sirloin steak as well as the raw salmon and miso soup. The only few items I didn't enjoy as much was the eel egg omelet we ordered but besides that it was decent.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
This is the most beautifully fresh sushi I’ve ever had in greater Boston, and I’ve lived here for fifteen years. The service and wait time can be somewhat lengthy, but the quality of the food given a single chef preparing everything and minimal floor staff is stunning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Great food and service. Try to get there around 5 so you don’t have to wait too long to get seated. I was very impressed the amount of food we get with the price. Also an amazing experience to see the chef making sushi around you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and service. Try to get there around 5 so you don’t have to wait too long to get seated. I was very impressed the amount of food we get with the price. Also an amazing experience to see the chef making sushi around you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The pictures say at all. Best sushi I’ve had in the area. 100% will come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Agadashi Tofu
Loading...