It's rare to find a place you like immediately, but this is definitely one of them. The normal menu offers many interesting choices (seared foie gras sushi being one). However, finding a buddy/foodie who's been here before and ordering stuff not on the menu is truly where you get the holy grail of sushi (Good, Fresh, and worth it). Omakase/Chef's choices are a MUST for the first-timers. Yes, it's a pricier prospect, but it really showcases this place's ability to ""wow"" you--and the real reason to come here from across the city. Gari gets top ratings for combining subtle sauces and textures to give the sushi Nobu-like flavors at Blue Ribbon/Yama prices. These guys got skillz. Sashimi and hand-roll lovers will also be in for a rare treat. Go between 5-6pm for better ambiance/service as they often get crowded.
Pros: sushi, desserts
Cons: parking, crowds
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