From Wednesday night all-you-can-eats at California Rollin' to dessert rolls at Wok With You, this round up will have you rolled up with Rochester's best sushi spots.
Rochester Rolls!
Grab your keys and visit one of these local sushi restaurants
March 3, 2009AJ Bistro
3240 Chili Ave. - Rochester585-889-5080
Featuring Chinese and Japanese cuisine, along with a Hibachi grill. Catering and event hosting are available.
Arigato Restaurant
2720 West Henrietta Road - Rochester585-292-1111
The Arigato, founded in 1973, is Rochester' oldest Japanese Restaurant. It is a hibachi steak house where patrons have a front-row seat to the preparation of their meal.
California Rollin
274 Goodman St N -
Rochester
(585) 271-8990
pCalifornia Rollin' has an impressive variety of sushi and seafood, and is known for its daily specials. On Wednesdays it's all you can eat, and Fridays are sexy sushi chef night! Located in the Village Gate Plaza, California Rollin' has a comfortable, and fun atmosphere. The menu includes lots of vegetarian options, and is a great place to hang out and drink sake. If you're out in Charlotte, check out their second location at The Port of Rochester at the beach. Outside seating is available at both locations./p
California Rollin II
1000 N. River St. -
Rochester
585-271-8920
Among the businesses in the Port of Rochester, California Rollin is close to the Rochester Yacht Club and Charlotte Beach. You'll find an extensive menu of inventive sushi, for the novice or connoisseur. There is a special every day and an all-you-can-eat sushi dinner for $20 on Wednesdays.
Edoya
2131 Buffalo Road - Rochester585-247-4866
Edoya is a cozy Japanese restaurant that caters to everyone. Its appetizers are to die for, many customers say. One appetizer is the yakoyaki, which is little pieces of octopus. Edoya is open 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. It's closed on Sundays.
Fujiya Japanese Restaurant
2215 Empire Blvd. - Webster585-671-8030
Blending a unique fusion of East meets West Coast Japanese fare, Fujiya is a Japanese restaurant in a town not known for many ethnic or independent options. Whether you choose sushi, a bowl of soup noodles or broiled teriyaki, the dishes are colorful, fresh and healthful.Fujiya also includes a sushi bar. The restaurant is located in what was once a counter service fast food site.
Ginger Cove
3193 Chili Ave. - Rochester585-889-8448
Looking for a taste from overseas? Gingers Cove provides just that with its Asian-style cuisine. Its family-friendly atmosphere allows for people of all ages to be served and treated like family. Fast service is also a plus. Gingers Cove is open 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays.
House of Sushi
101 East Ave. - Rochester585-546-2480
House of Sushi can be described as a Neo-Japanese, Asian restaurant inspired by New York City dining. The sushi is colorful and fresh and prepared by two friendly and knowledgable sushi chefs. The service is very quick and friendly. House of Sushi is located in the East End next to its sister restaurant Golden Port. This is a wonderful place to bring someone who has never eaten sushi, and great for families, friends and large parties (up to 30 people).
Piranha Sushi Bar
682 Park Ave. - Rochester585-360-2754
Offers a fusion cuisine menu of sushi with Latin flavors. Wine and beer are available. There is seating for 38 in the dining room and 20 on the sidewalk. Reservations are suggested.
Plum Garden Japanese Restaurant
3349 Monroe Ave. - Rochester585-381-8730
When visiting Plum Garden, make sure to visit the sushi bar. There are 20 varieties of sushi, and you can customize your own sushi dish. Some notables include Maguro, Ebi (Shrimp), Hirame (Fluke), and Tako (Octopus). For your dinner, have a seat at one of the hibachi tables, and watch a chef prepare your food at the grill right at your table. Hibachi selections include vegetables, chicken, sukiyaki steak, shrimp, filet mignon, and imperial steak. If hibachi isnt your thing, order something straight from the kitchen.
Shanghai Restaurant
2920 West Henrietta Road - Rochester585-424-4000
The menu provides photos of each dish so you can select by sight as well as description. In addition to a more familiar menu, there are weekly specials of dishes that are more authentic and familiar for Chinese families and international college students in the area, but perhaps more challenging for Western palates.
Shema Sushi
24 West Main St. - Webster585-265-3480
Full service Japanese restaurant, featuring a wide variety of dishes, including sushi, tempura, and teriyaki. Serving sake, wine, and beer. Reservations are suggested on the weekend. A private party room is available. All major credit cards are accepted.
Shiki Japanese
1054 S. Clinton Ave. - Rochester585-271-2090
At Shiki Japanese Restaurant, you will be able to taste a variety of Japanese cuisine in a casual and intimate atmosphere. Offering traditional Japanese sushi and sashimi, contemporary rolls, and authentic Japanese home-style meals.
Taka House
809 Ridge Road - Webster585-671-8520
Taka House is an authentic Japanese restaurant that serves sushi and Japanese specialties. This privately owned restaurant has an online menu and "Preferred Guest Club" through which members can receive specials, coupons and "something special on your birthday."
Tokyo Japanese Restaurant
2930 West Henrietta Road - Rochester585-424-4166
Family owned and operated since 1988. Try the sushi bar, hibachi table, and the traditional Japanese lunches and dinners. Other entrees include Teriyaki, Tempura, Sukiyaki, Shabu Shabu, Bento dinner or steak and seafood. Take out and delivery (within 3 miles) are available.
Wok With You
300 Park Point - Henrietta585-427-8383
An Asian restaurant that combines Sushi with Chinese and Thai dishes.
What other people are saying...
vannypants from Henrietta - March 04, 2009 at 6:14 PM
Don't forget SHIKI. IMO, they have some of the best traditional Japanese eats in Rochester! 1054 Clinton Ave S Rochester, NY 14620 (585) 271-2090
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