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I should preface this by saying that I have very “American” tastes
when it comes to my sushi consumption. I pretty much stick to fancy rolls and
steer clear of anything too fishy. You read that right, I am craving raw fish
that is not too fishy. At least I admit this.
There is absolutely nothing sexy about eating sushi,
especially when you go for the specialty rolls. I always understood that you
should eat your sushi in one bite, but that can be tricky when your roll has
three different types of fish in it, is covered with two different kinds of
spicy sauce, and has crispies on top. Sushi should really be listed as one of the
foods never to have on a first date. I might have to go on wikepedia and make
that note.
Here are a few of my go-to sushi spots in Richmond:
Here are a few of my go-to sushi spots in Richmond:
Osaka – I feel like Osaka is a new amazing discovery (even though they have been open longer than I have lived in Richmond.) I
am on a mission to conquer all parts of their menu.
Their sushi roll that has stolen my heart is the River Roll.
It has cucumber, crab stick, avocado, spicy sauce and crunchies on top. It is freaking delicious. I think that the
spicy sauce is spicy mayonnaise. I don’t feel that I need to elaborate further.
Moshi Moshi – What I love best at Moshi Moshi is actually
not sushi at all. Their tempura avocado is something I dream about. The tempura
batter is crispy while the avocado is practically melted inside, and once you
go for a dip in their cilantro cream sauce you will wish you brought your
bathing suit. (Bad joke, but I just can’t bring myself to delete it.)
I always order my Tempura Avocado with a Roll Platter for
$12. It is basic, 1 California Roll, 1 Spicy Tuna Roll and 1 Salmon Roll, but you
just can’t beat that deal and I am usually pretty full after eating an entire
fried avocado.
Akida – I posted about Akida a long time ago. The space is
tiny and they are really worried about your car being towed, but other than
that they serve great sushi. And boy, do they have some crazy creations when it
comes to specialty rolls, like the Dragon Phoenix Roll, tempura battered with spicy salmon
inside and tempura battered spicy tuna on top or the Crystal Roll, spicy
salmon and avocado tempura inside with white fish and 3 kinds of tobiko on
top. I played it all too safe at this place with the Friendly Roll, avocado,
cucumber, and crabmeat inside with salmon and spicy sauce on top.
Tell me. Where is your go to sushi spot?
When I lived in Church Hill, Sumo San was my go to spot. I've been recently and it's still delicious. (Same owner as Moshi).
ReplyDeleteMy go to place now is Momo Tarro (spelling probably wrong) in C'town a few doors down from Mom's Siam. It is awesome. The sushi chef/owner, Justin, is a sweetheart and remembers his regulars well.
My go-to for good sushi is Carytown Sushi and my absolute avoid at all costs is Sticky Rice (sorry, I'm just not that Richmond that I like tater tots with my sushi).
ReplyDeleteI have never been to Carytown Sushi, Sumo San, or Momo Tarro! Clearly, there are plenty of good spots in Richmond that I need to try.
DeleteI love, love Sumo San!
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