Terried

I've been to this place at Federal and Santa Monica many times before. So good. So fun. So interesting. If you're not at the sushi bar and are not a party of 8, you'll likely be sharing a table with others. I must admit, the place doesn't look all that nice, but just look at the people waiting inside the door and understand that following their lead is probably a good idea.

Tonight I tried to sauteed mushrooms. Very fresh. This place has great cooked dishes--one of my favorites is the sauteed squid -- a whole new way to experience calamari.

But onto the real stuff: Halibut sushi -- why did I think this was a good idea? A little tough. Albacore w/ garlic sauce melted in my mouth--the garlic sauce had just the right touch (though nothing matches that delicate albacore from En). Yellowtail sushi OK. Scallop roll had just the right amount of mayo and I really did enjoy it.

All in all, great place. Go here for intersting cooked dishes with sushi on the side (I always make the mistake of over-ordering sushi!). Overall, very full and happy for $30.