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Sushi

  • Blogs

    May 15, 2012

    Round Two with Lori Hashimoto of Hana Japanese Eatery

    Lori Hashimoto Hana Japanese Eatery 5524 N. Seventh Avenue 602-973-1238 www.hanajapaneseeatery.com This is part two of my interview with Lori Hashimoto, co-owner and sushi chef at Hana Japanese Eatery. In case you missed it, part one ran yesterday. Favorite Metro Phoenix restaurants other than yo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 14, 2012

    Hana's Lori Hashimoto Dishes on Brazilian Lobster, Magic Knives and Keeping It All in the Family

    Lori Hashimoto Hana Japanese Eatery 5542 N. Seventh Avenue 602-973-1238 www.hanajapaneseeatery.com This is part one of my interview with Lori Hashimoto, co-owner and sushi chef of Hana Japanese Eatery. Part two of the interview will run in this space tomorrow. To understand Lori Hashimoto, you m ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 27, 2012

    Sushi Station at Desert Ridge Has Decent Sushi at a Great Price

    When a new spot opens in town, we can't wait to check it out -- and let you know our initial impressions, share a few photos, and dish about some menu items. First Taste, as the name implies, is not a full-blown review, but instead a peek inside restaurants that have just opened, sampling a few item ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 17, 2012

    Sushi Sickness: CDC Reports Spicy Tuna Linked to Salmonella Outbreak

    The CDC is tracking a sushi centered salmonella outbreak that has sickened 116 people so far. Of that number, 12 were sick enough to be hospitalized. The CDC has only interviewed about half of the people affected by this outbreak but among those people 91% reported eating sushi prior to becoming ill ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 13, 2012

    We Welcome Our (Sushi) Robot Overlords

    First cupcake ATMs, now a small army of sushi making machines? If the retro "News of the World" style music doesn't get you then just wait until the 0:40 mark, whoever edited this video wasn't afraid to lay down some funky beats. The sushi making machines featured in this video are the products of ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 10, 2012

    Sushi Roku: Happy Hour Report Card

    The Spot: Sushi Roku, 7277 E. Camelback Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251. (480) 970-2121. www.sushiroku.com The Hours: 4 to 6:30 p.m. Daily The Details: Sushi Roku's new happy hour menu features eleven "Bites" - like the Sautéed Garlic Green Beans, Crispy Chicken, and Popcorn Rock Shrimp - arranged into ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 15, 2012

    How Do You Roll? Is Like a Date You Know Will Never Work Out, But You Give It a Shot Anyway.

    When a new spot opens in town, we can't wait to check it out -- and let you know our initial impressions. share a few photos, and dish about some menu items. First Taste, as the name implies, is not a full-blown review, but instead a peek inside restaurants that have just opened, sampling a few item ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 1, 2012

    Watch This: The Story of Sushi

    The Story of Sushi from Bamboo Sushi on Vimeo. Clear four minutes of your day and hit play on this amazing little video. The Story of Sushi tells a sad tale of the sushi industry and the future of our oceans if we continue on the same commercial fishing path. Created for Portland's Bamboo Sushi, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 21, 2012

    How Do You Roll? Rolls Into Phoenix: Think Sushi Rolls Made Subway-Style

    Think sushi can't get any more Americanized than it already is? May I present How Do You Roll? Founded in 2008 in Austin, Texas, by brothers Yuen and Peter Yung, the Asian fast-casual franchise allows customers to follow a line, Subway-style, and build their own sushi rolls from an array of trad ... More >>

  • Dining

    December 1, 2011

    Pearl Sushi Lounge: Chic Ambiance and (Mostly) Flashy Food in Scottsdale

    Think sushi can't get any more Americanized than it already is? May I present How Do You Roll? Founded in 2008 in Austin, Texas, by brothers Yuen and Peter Yung, the Asian fast-casual franchise allows customers to follow a line, Subway-style, and build their own sushi rolls from an array of trad ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 20, 2011

    Geisha A Go Go: Happy Hour Report Card

    Nicole Smith​The Spot: Geisha A Go Go, 7150 E. 6th Ave., Scottsdale, 480-699-0055.www.geishaagogo.comThe Hours: 3 to 7pm. daily. Open to close (3 pm - 2am) every Sunday.The Details: Enjoy half off select apps and drinks every day -- but what we really enjoy is Sunday's deal at this happ ... More >>

  • Blogs

    September 9, 2011

    Sushi Roku Celebrates Third Anniversary with Half-Price Menu (Domo Arigato)

    ​If you're into tradition, third anniversaries are celebrated with gifts of leather or crystal. If you're Sushi Roku, third anniversaries are celebrated by offering every dish on the menu at half-price. When do we eat? From Sunday, September 11th, through Thursday, September 15, Sushi Roku, ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 9, 2011

    New Sushi Joint to Open in Downtown Ocotillo

    ​Chandlerites will soon be able to get a new sushi-on thanks to an upcoming restaurant in Ocotillo located off Queen Creek Road and Price. The Sushi Room, from the owners of Humble Pie pizzeria and The Living Room Wine Cafe & Lounge (a play off the new name and The Sushi Room's next door neig ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 2, 2011

    Sapporo Scottsdale: Happy Hour Report Card

    Nicole Smith Sapporo's Cocunut Water Martini and Passion-Mango Martini induce a high that's worth their high price.​The Spot: Sapporo, 14344 N. Scottsdale Rd., North Scottsdale, 480-607-1114www.sapporoscottsdale.comThe Hours: 11 a.m. - close, Monday through Friday, and 3 p.m. - close, Satur ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 30, 2011

    Media Dinner at Roka Akor: Peach Shochu, Butterfish, Crispy Squid and More

    Maya Dukmasova Purified ice at the Shochu lounge of Roka Akor​Yesterday, Scottsdale's posh Japanese joint Roka Akor hosted an evening for the media to showcase Chef Jason Alford's signature menu items. About 30 reporters were treated to a multi-course dinner designed to demonstrate the ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 17, 2011

    Now Open: Kokoro Sushi & Noodle Bar

    ​Hooray -- a quick and casual place to get sushi downtown! Kokoro Sushi & Noodle Bar opened last week in the Arizona Center, two doors down form the trendy Brick Pizza and just east of the movie theater.    The cozy space is casual with high top tables and a little sushi bar ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 14, 2011

    Roka Akor: Happy Hour Report Card

    House infused Shochu with hand cut ice cubes are half priced during Happy Hour at Roka Akor.​The Spot: Roka Akor, 7299 N. Scottsdale, Rd., Scottsdale, 480-306-8800 www.rokaakor.com The Hours: 5-7pm, daily. The Details: Happy Hour pricing is available in the lounge and bar areas onl ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 8, 2011

    The Dragon Roll from Stingray Sushi

    Erica O'Neil​Last year we marked the hundred day countdown to Best of Phoenix by sharing our 100 Favorite Dishes with you. Now we're back - with the 2011 edition. Have a suggestion for a dish you'd like us to try? Leave it in the comments section or email laura.hahnefeld@newtimes.com 82: Th ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 31, 2011

    Closed: Kanpai Sushi

    ​Looks like Mill Ave. is back to having just one sushi joint again. Open for just under a year, Kanpai closed its doors last week -- or, according to sources, had their doors closed for them after they couldn't make rent. Who would have guessed that  a sushi bar with the sterility of a ho ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 17, 2011

    Now Open: ShinBay

    ​Sushi lovers rejoice, Scottsdale has a brand new sushi joint open just in time for summer. Shinji Kurita, sushi chef and former owner of the now-closed Awhatukee sushi spot, ShinBay, quietly opened the doors of his latest project last Wednesday. Once again named ShinBay, the traditional-styl ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 28, 2011

    Eat Out in Phoenix and Support Japan Disaster Relief

    ​Eating out is no guilty pleasure when it's for a good cause. And what better cause than the tragic trifecta of catastrophes in Japan? Phoenix area restaurants are supporting disaster relief efforts and you can help by opening your mouth. Follow the jump for some prime spots to dine and don ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 28, 2011

    Sushi 102: Roll a Fat One with The Virgin

    ​After last week's tragic experiment with burning cooking sushi rice, The Virgin was tempted to give up on the whole sushi making experience. But armed with a few helpful tips, I mastered the rice technique and moved on to the main event. If you're looking to feed picky eaters or ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 21, 2011

    Sushi 101: The Virgin Gets Burned by Sticky Rice

    Uh-oh. That is not soy sauce.​Most American restaurant foods are easy to replicate at home: grilled cheese, burgers, the classic BLT. Japanese and hybrid-Asian foods are another matter. It might seem simple to toss together some rice, crab, seaweed and avocado to make a basic Californi ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 16, 2011

    Emilio Morales of Sunshine Moon Peking Pub, Part Two

    Keyon Fareghi​Yesterday we chatted with Emilio Morales of Sunshine Moon Peking Pub about what has brought him to this point in his life. Today our conversation continues as we discuss his plans for the future, Korean food and Anthony Bourdain. Morales comes from quite a large family, which ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 27, 2011

    Salmon Skin Roll: Shimogamo Japanese Restaurant

    Flickr- Island Vittles A mound of crispy, fried salmon skin that would put bacon to shame.​Despite what the supermarket aisle may lead you to believe, there's more to an animal than neatly wrapped styrofoam trays of meat. From tongue to tail, offal (pronounced awful) encompasses all those t ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 25, 2011

    Lunch $10 and Under at Teharu Sushi

    Roe, roe, roe your boat...​Teharu isn't just a sushi bar -- it's an experience. There are few other places in the Valley where you can score five plates of food for under a ten-spot, but that's exactly what we did at Teharu. On our visit the place was packed, and the vibe was decidedly ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 12, 2011

    Ikura Nigiri: Fish Eggs from Kanpai Sushi

    Erica O'Neil A jewel-tone duo of fish eggs, ikura nigiri from Kanpai Sushi.​Despite what the supermarket aisle may lead you to believe, there's more to an animal than neatly wrapped styrofoam trays of meat. From tongue to tail, offal (pronounced awful) encompasses all those taboo edibles th ... More >>

  • Dining

    October 7, 2010

    Hiro Sushi: Mouthwatering Sushi From a Neighborhood Mom and Pop

    Erica O'Neil A jewel-tone duo of fish eggs, ikura nigiri from Kanpai Sushi.​Despite what the supermarket aisle may lead you to believe, there's more to an animal than neatly wrapped styrofoam trays of meat. From tongue to tail, offal (pronounced awful) encompasses all those taboo edibles th ... More >>

  • Dining

    June 4, 2009

    Moira Sushi Bar: Downtown Phoenix Deserves a Better Japanese Restaurant

    Erica O'Neil A jewel-tone duo of fish eggs, ikura nigiri from Kanpai Sushi.​Despite what the supermarket aisle may lead you to believe, there's more to an animal than neatly wrapped styrofoam trays of meat. From tongue to tail, offal (pronounced awful) encompasses all those taboo edibles th ... More >>

  • Dining

    October 30, 2008

    For Conveyor Belt Sushi Joints TeHaru Sushi and Sushi Eye in Motion, It All Revolves Around Spontaneity

    Erica O'Neil A jewel-tone duo of fish eggs, ikura nigiri from Kanpai Sushi.​Despite what the supermarket aisle may lead you to believe, there's more to an animal than neatly wrapped styrofoam trays of meat. From tongue to tail, offal (pronounced awful) encompasses all those taboo edibles th ... More >>

  • Dining

    May 17, 2007

    Raw Emotion

    Fish come true

  • Dining

    February 1, 2007

    Raw Power

    Briny deep impact

  • Dining

    April 14, 2005

    So-So Sushi

    A big fish story

  • Dining

    March 13, 2003

    Small Time Cooks

    The smaller the cafe, the more charming the food

  • Dining

    December 19, 2002

    Check, Please!

    The smaller the cafe, the more charming the food

  • Dining

    September 19, 2002

    Best Seller

    No doubt about, Sea Saw is unequivocally good sushi

  • Dining

    July 18, 2002

    Fish Face

    Gluttons hunger for 15 minutes of sushi

  • Dining

    February 7, 2002

    A Roll by Any Other Name

    I Love Sushi & Steak is to sushi as Hello Kitty is to cute

  • Dining

    November 1, 2001

    Ciao, Fella

    It's "So long Hapa, hello Cowboy" for Scottsdale sushi chef

  • Dining

    January 25, 2001

    East of Edamame

    Taste of Temari's food doesn't live up to its looks

  • Dining

    June 22, 2000

    Big Fish, Mall Pond

    Hapa Sushi Lounge

  • Dining

    July 15, 1999

    Rim Shot

    Hapa Sushi Lounge

  • Dining

    June 3, 1999

    Second Helpings

    Hapa Sushi Lounge

  • Dining

    June 25, 1998

    Asia Vu

    Hapa Sushi Lounge

  • Dining

    March 26, 1998

    Asia, Major and Minor

    Hapa Sushi Lounge

  • Dining

    February 12, 1998

    Unagi but Nice

    Hapa Sushi Lounge

  • Dining

    December 12, 1996

    Unago Hope

    Hapa Sushi Lounge

  • Dining

    April 4, 1996

    Seconds Over Tokyo

    Hapa Sushi Lounge

  • Dining

    April 13, 1994

    ASIA MAJOR

    Hapa Sushi Lounge

  • Dining

    January 16, 1991

    THE WORLD OF SUSHI WRONG

    Hapa Sushi Lounge

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