Absolutely fantastic experience at The Lazy Fish! From the delectable bento boxes to the incredibly fresh sushi, every bite was a delight. The drinks were top-notch, and the service was impeccable. The cherry blossom theme added a beautiful touch of Japanese culture to the ambiance. Easily a five-star dining destination!
bob ashby
The food was fine. Tasty, good quality, good variety. The atmosphere was excessively noisy; one of those restaurants where people have to shout to be heard across the table, which creates a vicious cycle of even higher decibel levels.The real problem -- and I reason I and my friends will not return -- was the rudeness and overall unpleasant demeanor of our waiter. He was discourteously brusk from the outset. He never introduced himself. He appeared reluctant to answer basic questions about the menu options. He served the mains before we had completed our soup and appetizer. He did not check on our satisfaction with the setups, service, or food at any point.When our party was enjoying the last of food, he placed the check folder down on the table without a word. Some minutes later, he came by and picked up the folder, not at first noticing I had not put a card in it. I explained politely that we were continuing to enjoy our dinnertime conversation. This was after all of 45 minutes at the table.After I went to the rest room, I returned and paid After that, we were apparently not moving quickly enough for his taste, as he stood over one of my friends and said, in a nasty tone, "we have a line."Given his conduct, I gave him a smaller than usual tip. I wish in retrospect I had given no tip at all. I understand the incentive of a busy restaurant to turn over tables, but if I am paying $90 at a nice downtown restaurant -- rather than, let's say, grabbing a burger at McDonalds -- I do not expect to be given a bum's rush to leave my table before a hour has elapsed. Management need to train waitstaff to do better, and to realize that they are working at a customer-service business.Dietary restrictions: No informationParking: Near Court St. garage.Kid-friendliness: Don't knowWheelchair accessibility: Given the steep flights of stairs (unless there was an elevator I didn't see) and tight spaces, the space does not appear wheelchair friendly.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: California Roll, Lazy Shack, Roll
Luke Doll
Ordered from DoorDash, there is no place to ask that Vegetarian meals be packaged separate. They sent veggie rolls and meat rolls pressed right up on each other. I called to talk with a manager and immediately told me to call DoorDash, that it’s not their fault. He didn’t start with “I’m so sorry this happened” or “Let’s see how we can fix this”. Didn’t apologize at all. This is so disappointing because we love this place and the sushi is excellent, but there wasn’t a shred of sympathy, just cold dry “wasn’t me” attitude.Vegetarian options: Be aware, if you don’t contact them, they take no caution to separate veggie from meat dishes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 2
Kathy White
We've visited twice in the past week and are dining here again, this evening! Beautiful atmosphere, awesome service, outstanding food. ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
J Antkwk
Great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Celestina Agyekum
The ambiance was very good. I appreciated the decoration and design. It made the place feel light and fun. The food was fine. The portions were acceptable but the taste could go another level without being overwhelming. Not sure what it was missing but it was still good. The server was very nice and patient. Loved that part as well. I will recommend this place and will visit again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Leonardo
Definitely an instagram-esque atmosphere, I guess that’s the trending theme these days. ?Felt like service was rushing us out of the place from the second we walked in.Saigon dumplings were really mushy, overcooked. Sushi was…okay? It was falling apart everywhere and kind of bland.Anyways, thanks for the top-dollar, average experience.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Z Lea
I’ve been to this restaurant for both takeout and dine-in. I did enjoy it at first but over the past year, I would say the service has gone down significantly. The food is decent but they’ve raised the prices on their items significantly. Their entrees are no longer worth the price. They are giving out less food for significantly more money. The sushi is good though and the prices on those aren’t terrible.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Jessie
Great spot. The fish was so fresh it almost melted in my mouth.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tuna
Emily L.
My husband and I came here for a date night on a Saturday and were seated very quickly. It is a small establishment and I'm not sure if they take reservations but keep that in mind especially if you're with a larger group. To start off the ambiance is amazing here!! Very Instagram worthy. I ordered the lemongrass mojito and it was delicious and refreshing. We the ordered The Keys roll and Mt Fuji roll and both were amazing. All ingredients were so fresh and that's so important for sushi!! I highly recommend. I can't wait to come back and try more rolls. They had so many to choose from. Staff was very attentive and friendly too!
Pong the owner is very personable and the servers are very polite and efficient. The food is very fresh and delicious. I highly recommend!
Cory Ott
Lazy Fish is such an amazing hidden gem paradoxically known by everyone in the Frederick area. The service is quick and nice. Our favorite menu items are The Shark, The Keys, and The Tuna Poppers. If you're dining in, the interior of the restaurant is such a chill and relaxed atmosphere. If you are ordering takeout, the food keeps really well for the commute back home. 10/10 every time we have been here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tuna, Roll
Alyssa Malcomson
I understand it is Valentine’s Day, but I ordered at 2:21pm for a 6:00pm pickup. When I got there, I waited 30 minutes before I even got my food. Note others who ordered after me got their food before me. The workers ignored all customers who were waiting for to-go orders and didn’t comp anything or even offer an apology. By the time I got home, we tried the food and the scallops and pork belly were over cooked. The Keys Roll included non-fresh fish and the Takoyaki roll was missing octopus, which was a main reason I ordered the roll. The food was so terrible, I ended up throwing up after trying the different items we ordered. I would not recommend this restaurant due to lack of quality of food and bad customer service. To be honest, I regret even tipping this place.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Stuart B.
The best sushi. Make a point to visit this restaurant every time I'm in Frederick. Will definitely be back
Absolutely fantastic experience at The Lazy Fish! From the delectable bento boxes to the incredibly fresh sushi, every bite was a delight. The drinks were top-notch, and the service was impeccable. The cherry blossom theme added a beautiful touch of Japanese culture to the ambiance. Easily a five-star dining destination!
The food was fine. Tasty, good quality, good variety. The atmosphere was excessively noisy; one of those restaurants where people have to shout to be heard across the table, which creates a vicious cycle of even higher decibel levels.The real problem -- and I reason I and my friends will not return -- was the rudeness and overall unpleasant demeanor of our waiter. He was discourteously brusk from the outset. He never introduced himself. He appeared reluctant to answer basic questions about the menu options. He served the mains before we had completed our soup and appetizer. He did not check on our satisfaction with the setups, service, or food at any point.When our party was enjoying the last of food, he placed the check folder down on the table without a word. Some minutes later, he came by and picked up the folder, not at first noticing I had not put a card in it. I explained politely that we were continuing to enjoy our dinnertime conversation. This was after all of 45 minutes at the table.After I went to the rest room, I returned and paid After that, we were apparently not moving quickly enough for his taste, as he stood over one of my friends and said, in a nasty tone, "we have a line."Given his conduct, I gave him a smaller than usual tip. I wish in retrospect I had given no tip at all. I understand the incentive of a busy restaurant to turn over tables, but if I am paying $90 at a nice downtown restaurant -- rather than, let's say, grabbing a burger at McDonalds -- I do not expect to be given a bum's rush to leave my table before a hour has elapsed. Management need to train waitstaff to do better, and to realize that they are working at a customer-service business.Dietary restrictions: No informationParking: Near Court St. garage.Kid-friendliness: Don't knowWheelchair accessibility: Given the steep flights of stairs (unless there was an elevator I didn't see) and tight spaces, the space does not appear wheelchair friendly.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: California Roll, Lazy Shack, Roll
Ordered from DoorDash, there is no place to ask that Vegetarian meals be packaged separate. They sent veggie rolls and meat rolls pressed right up on each other. I called to talk with a manager and immediately told me to call DoorDash, that it’s not their fault. He didn’t start with “I’m so sorry this happened” or “Let’s see how we can fix this”. Didn’t apologize at all. This is so disappointing because we love this place and the sushi is excellent, but there wasn’t a shred of sympathy, just cold dry “wasn’t me” attitude.Vegetarian options: Be aware, if you don’t contact them, they take no caution to separate veggie from meat dishes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 2
We've visited twice in the past week and are dining here again, this evening! Beautiful atmosphere, awesome service, outstanding food. ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The ambiance was very good. I appreciated the decoration and design. It made the place feel light and fun. The food was fine. The portions were acceptable but the taste could go another level without being overwhelming. Not sure what it was missing but it was still good. The server was very nice and patient. Loved that part as well. I will recommend this place and will visit again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Definitely an instagram-esque atmosphere, I guess that’s the trending theme these days. ?Felt like service was rushing us out of the place from the second we walked in.Saigon dumplings were really mushy, overcooked. Sushi was…okay? It was falling apart everywhere and kind of bland.Anyways, thanks for the top-dollar, average experience.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
I’ve been to this restaurant for both takeout and dine-in. I did enjoy it at first but over the past year, I would say the service has gone down significantly. The food is decent but they’ve raised the prices on their items significantly. Their entrees are no longer worth the price. They are giving out less food for significantly more money. The sushi is good though and the prices on those aren’t terrible.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Great spot. The fish was so fresh it almost melted in my mouth.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tuna
My husband and I came here for a date night on a Saturday and were seated very quickly. It is a small establishment and I'm not sure if they take reservations but keep that in mind especially if you're with a larger group. To start off the ambiance is amazing here!! Very Instagram worthy. I ordered the lemongrass mojito and it was delicious and refreshing. We the ordered The Keys roll and Mt Fuji roll and both were amazing. All ingredients were so fresh and that's so important for sushi!! I highly recommend. I can't wait to come back and try more rolls. They had so many to choose from. Staff was very attentive and friendly too!
Restaurantji Recommends
Food poisoning from your Shark Tank roll.
Food: 1
Pong the owner is very personable and the servers are very polite and efficient. The food is very fresh and delicious. I highly recommend!
Lazy Fish is such an amazing hidden gem paradoxically known by everyone in the Frederick area. The service is quick and nice. Our favorite menu items are The Shark, The Keys, and The Tuna Poppers. If you're dining in, the interior of the restaurant is such a chill and relaxed atmosphere. If you are ordering takeout, the food keeps really well for the commute back home. 10/10 every time we have been here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tuna, Roll
I understand it is Valentine’s Day, but I ordered at 2:21pm for a 6:00pm pickup. When I got there, I waited 30 minutes before I even got my food. Note others who ordered after me got their food before me. The workers ignored all customers who were waiting for to-go orders and didn’t comp anything or even offer an apology. By the time I got home, we tried the food and the scallops and pork belly were over cooked. The Keys Roll included non-fresh fish and the Takoyaki roll was missing octopus, which was a main reason I ordered the roll. The food was so terrible, I ended up throwing up after trying the different items we ordered. I would not recommend this restaurant due to lack of quality of food and bad customer service. To be honest, I regret even tipping this place.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
The best sushi. Make a point to visit this restaurant every time I'm in Frederick. Will definitely be back