Audio By Carbonatix
Independent Journalism in Phoenix Needs You
We need to raise $15,000 by August 9 to support the reporting our community depends on. Reader support keeps us independent and is playing a larger role in funding local journalism and shaping what comes next. If you believe independent local journalism matters, make a contribution today.
Aji sushi with scallion and ginger (left), and fresh katsuo with shiso, onion, and roasted garlic chips
By Michele Laudig
Do you have a favorite restaurant that is the first place you visit when you get money in the bank? Whenever I’m dying for payday and need a light at the end of the tunnel, I look forward to hitting up Yasu Sushi Bistro.
Usually, I go there to meet up with a friend who’s also a big fan of Yasu. We actually first became acquainted at the sushi bar there, and totally hit it off as likeminded Japanophiles.