“Sushi by bou is easily my favorite dining experience in NY and NJ. The food quality is stellar, the staff is always so friendly and helpful, the music is great, and the restaurant itself is aesthetically calm and vibey. Great spot for a group of friends, date night, or even a solo treat yourself night. ?“
“What an incredible omakase EXPERIENCE. So much so I forgot to take any pictures! It's funny my wife and I used to live by Honshu and still stop by from time to time, but years ago we did Honshu's Omakase and had such a nice time I wrote a review. Well, their spin off, Nigiri is meant for omakase and they hit it out of park. They've made what used to be their front porch quite elevated, cool seating areas away from the chefs table and then a nice chefs table. We did the 15 course menu and our chef explained everything so thoughtfully, starting light and progressing through the meal. The first course was a 3 piece one, I won't ruin it, but a raw oyster, egg, and croissant of sorts with some special sushi surprises overlayed perfectly on all. Was TREMENDOUS. I won't go into every fish but you get such a widespread sampling with multiple ingredients perfectly combined to elevate the taste. Nothing is needed. Just pick up the fish and enjoy. I'm a big sea urchin guy, by time we had that piece it almost was lost in the crowd for me as everything was just so much better than what I'm used to. I'm salivating as I write this review. I've done maybe a dozen or so omakase meals over the years, Honshu and Nigiri are both at top of my list, but this one takes the crown, honestly best I've had. Bravo.“
“I started eating sushi right about the time I started dating. This puts me at around 20 years old. Fairly late to the game, but hey, acne sucks. Took me awhile to figure out washing excessively is just as bad as being a greasy kid. So yea, I was about 20 years old & still trying to get past a goalie, if you know what I mean.The first time I had sushi was at a restaurant in Newport. I only went there because my brother recommended it & he explained I needed to order specific sushi rolls. He knew I was a beginner so he told me to get a California Roll, Spicy Tuna as well as a few others. My memory is that of a goldfish, so to this day I still only remember Cali/Tuna rolls. Nonetheless, the sushi during that date was a hit, even if I wasn't.I kept at it, like a relentless paramour. Date after date I devoured sushi. What I started noticing was that ordering was better left to the date, as I almost always ordered something weird. Cali/Tuna were always there for me to make me appear somewhat knowledgeable, but anything other than that was beyond my mental capacity.Eventually I found a girl who knew how to order. Literally every single time I went out for sushi with her it was a mouth watering delight. So of course, I had to marry this broad. You don't let these get away. So I got her a diamond, they said it was conflict free, & to this day we make it a point to get sushi at least once a week.After finding the girl, there are certain prerogatives you must take in life. If my first was my fiancé, then the 2nd one was a sushi restaurant. Everyone has one, so this quest to discover mine took precedence over all else. Having found my lady, it was up to her to guide me through the myriad restaurants that the tri-state area had to offer. I of course would never be able to do so. So she fulfilled her role.Itto Sushi is just a few blocks away from our apartment. I'm actually functionally illiterate when it comes to maps. Even GPS will not save me from starving to death if it ever came down to it. So my fiancé lets me track her on her phone. No, it's not a trust thing, it's literally a safety thing. I get lost going to the bathroom. I only mention this because of how convenient it was when she said just come to where I am. And that's how I ended up in Itto Sushi.The restaurant itself is not overwhelmingly large. It's a nice comfortable size, where even I won't get lost going to the restroom. The sushi bar is towards the back & you can see all the fresh ingredients laid out ready to be served. There are always multiple chefs working, which I've learned are called Itamaes & Shokunins. These guys are truly worthy of their titles.I don't even bother looking at the menu. My fiancé does her job. She rips through 4 rolls & at least 2 Sashimis. Since I've become a regular at Itto, I've learned how to properly beg for a 5th. To this day I still have not been able to convince her to get 6 rolls. Truth is, my belly can only really handle 5, but I may be somewhat of an addict at this point.Itto Sushi' sushi is literally the freshest I've ever had the pleasure of tasting. Their sashimi is also at that level. Both my fiance & I marvel at the relentless & assorted Unami that Itto offers. It's gotten to the point that we literally judge any other sushi place we go to with how well they match up against Itto. No one comes close.So I have my future bride, who in turn got me my sushi spot. I got it made. I'm scoring goals left & right here. Now all that remains is my mission to get that 6th roll. I mean, how do you say no to a cool little boat filled to the brim with sushi? You can't. You simply can't at Itto. The battle to discover my sushi spot has been won, but the war for that 6th roll rages on.“
“My favorite sushi place in the area! Reasonable prices for great food. The rolls are great and so fresh tasting. I personally also really like the tuna tartare and the salmon tataki. It's hard to find such fresh tasting sushi without breaking the bank so I'm so glad this is near me. The space is also really cute. They have a back area where the chairs are all mismatched and eclectic. While the restaurant itself is more homey feeling, it adds to its charm. The people are always so nice too. Love this place! (Takeout is also great)“
“Very homey vibe, as the place is verrrry small. There are maybe 4 seats at the counter and then a small table. That’s it. You can see the kitchen working. I got the pork ramen, which was definitely a little bland. Presentation was great. The mushrooms were probably the tastiest part. I really admire the effort and cozy ambience though, and I imagine people normally come here for the bento dishes and grab takeout.“
“I got duck Bao buns, tuna,avocado roll, spicy salmon,roll, and the oh my God roll. The duck bao buns were amazing. The tuna avocado and spicy salmon rolls were very well proportioned. The name says it all for the oh my god roll! The service was great and I can’t wait to go back.“
“Saw reviews for this place so got me curious n went to try it out. I must say, what i saw n tasted was very impressive. Their menu is small which means easier to keep foods fresh, their kitchen is open for all to see which means they got nothing to hide n u can b assured u r getting the freshest ingredients( which u can tell bu tasting it). I just wish they had soup dumplings n this place would b perfect!!!“
“Excellent lunch combo and scenic Hudson River views. Ordered the mixed tempura appetizer and Katsu curry with rice. The curry was savory and peppery, with a slight heat and generous mix of onions, potatoes, and carrots. The pork katsu was golden-brown on the outside and juicy on the inside.The mixed tempura was well-executed. The batter was crispy, the shrimp and vegetables were fresh.Paid $33 after tax and tip and was FULL. If you back out the tempura the meal would be around $20. Overall worth it for the service, quantity, and quality of food.Vegetarian options: Vegetable only tempura, vegetable sushi options.“
“Authentic Japanese Sushi restaurant in downtown Jersey City.Honshu has become a staple in the area, they offer, Sushi Rolls, Sashimi and Nigiri, they also have ramen, fried rice, and other Japanese platters.The place has plenty of windows, outdoor seating and the vibe is great, lots of different people enjoying authentic Sushi.Their custom rolls are to die for, starting with the house specialHonshu Roll, Sushi K Roll, Luis Roll, and others.Their Sashimi selection is great, their White Tuna is to die for and the sizes are big compare to other places I've visited.Their Nigiri cuts are great, they have a premium fish menu that always surprise me with the selection, always something new to try, their fish are in the majority imported from Japan.They also have OMAKASE, you really need to try this, I believe they start at $100 per person, trust me, you won't regret it.Service is pretty good, staff knows and can suggest if you're new or not sure what to try.They plenty of Japanese beer, Sake and other Whiskys.Overall Honshu is my favorite Sushi place in Jersey City, their rolls, nigiri and sashimi have made me fall in love with Sushi, it's my go to place when I'm treating someone for dinner and they asked, Sushi?#sushi #honshu #dinner #omakase #brunchWheelchair accessibility: Ramp to access restaurant.“
“Koro Koro has not let me down yet. I discovered it on a whim while doing some work in the Jersey City area, and let me tell you I've craved it ever since. I recently had a chance to return and I can say that I was still impressed with how delicious the Onigiri was and how friendly the staff was. Please give them a visit, they are growing and have recently opened a spot in SoHo. Best of luck and will be back soon.“
“March 2024:We went here a 2nd time for dinner. This time on the weekend. The restaurant was full. It was hectic. Unfortunately also with the service. This time the stress was clearly noticeable. The dishes were no longer always explained beautifully. That's a real shame, especially when it comes to the chef's work. You would have to take this time because it is not exactly standard sushi. The creations require explanation to be fully enjoyed. You didn't notice anything about the quality of the food. These were still at the highest level. My recommendation: one to two more people in service or otherwise accept fewer reservations. The noise level was also unpleasantly high because of all the people.That's why now only 4 instead of 5 stars.September 2023We were here for dinner. I recommend a reservation. We had the sushi and handroll menu. The quality of the sushi I selected was the best I have ever had, and I have been to many Japanese restaurants, including Masa in NYC. The quality was excellent and even with the small toppings, which fit perfectly, it was a really great experience. It was so good that we ordered some more sushi instead of dessert. The service was attentive. There is also a good selection of sake and Japanese beers here.“