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After trying countless sushi bars throughout the Central Coast and Bay Area, Shogun is the consistent winner for fresh sushi, ambience, and service. Shogun is located on Pacific Avenue in Santa Cruz, an awesome place to relax, people watch, and shop. Prices at Shogun are very reasonable. My wife and I usually stuff ourselves for about $60 (including tip)! If you get there before 6 PM, you'll usually get seated straight away no problem. Those that make the sushi are Japanese and are very friendly and welcoming. The decor is warmly traditional and simple but elegant. The best part, of course, is the food. Shogun's maki rolls are outstanding, particularly the Downtowner, Philadelphia, and Rainbow rolls to name a few. The raw fish is always fresh and of the highest quality. The green tea, served in a teapot, is the real deal...not the tea bag stuff or the chlorinated tasting green hot water that other places serve. The miso soup and ocean salad are top notch, always fresh tasting and not too salty or sweet. Tempura here is very good, as is the fried green tea dessert. Sashimi lovers will be impressed as well. Cooked items, such as Teriyaki salmon and beef are nicely done here too. Wash it down with a Japanese beer, sake, or a glass of plum wine, and you'll be happy!
Pros: Food is awesome, staff friendly, and atmosphere inviting.
Cons: After 5:30 PM, you'll likely have to wait for a table
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