Sushi is a tough cuisine for any restaurant to get perfect for me. Sometimes I want classic Japanese feel, sometimes a party atmosphere is the way to go. Sometimes its all about the fish, so the sashimi better be stellar. Other times rolls and creativity are more important. So I guess it really depends on my mood. Do I want Nobu from NYC or Rock-n-Sake form NOLA?
So where does Osaka fall on my sushi barometer?
Sashimi: Fair
Rolls: Excellent
Creativity: Good
Quiet or Party? Party
Group or Date? Group
Recommendations: Fat B@stard, Sexy Man / Woman, Tuna Tornado, Volcano, Popeye Salad, Poki Salad.
Comments: Although the atmosphere changed after Loto died a few years ago, the sushi is still great especially the long list of rolls. I recommend bringing 4 - 6 of your closest serious sushi-head friends, getting a traditional table, bottles of hot and cold sake + Asahi beers and start picking rolls. You will not be disappointed. Big call out to Suzy, who is a sushi chef superstar. Enjoy!!!
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