Today, I went to Ichiban, a Japanese restaurant, for lunch with my younger sister, Amineh. It was nice to spend time with her, because we’ve kind of drifted apart the past couple of years. We used to be real good friends. Anyways, Ichiban used to be my favorite restaurant to go eat at. I’ve been going there since 2002, but every time I go I end up regretting it. Besides the quality of food falling, and their service that sucks most of the time, their food quantity shrinks EVERY TIME I go! Yet, the price keeps rising. I understand that they have established their reputation now, but they risk losing many customers if they don’t step it up. They probably would have gotten away with it before when there weren’t many Japanese restaurants around, but they have much more competition now. I end up paying more than $30 for lunch at Ichiban, and an hour later I’m hungry again. I honestly think this will be the last time I go, because their main meals are smaller than appetizers at other restaurant chains.
Sushiko at the boardwalk has awesome food; it’s just too far away from school. At first I went to Ichiban for their sushi, but Sushiko’s sushi is MUCH better, and you get more for your money, so if you don’t mind making that drive to the boardwalk, I would recommend going there. Get the Miso dressing for your salad, yummmm.
Last time I went to Ichiban, the service was bad and my friend got sick afterward. I've been to Sushiko a couple of times, and it was delicious! I live in Bossier, so it's also closer to where I live! =)
ReplyDeleteI have never tried sushi. I have been meaning to go get some one day soon. I am thankful for your review of a couple of local sushi places. Now I know I need to go to Shushiko! The better question probably is what I should eat though. Considering I have never had sushi I probably shouldn't try anything too weird.
ReplyDeleteSushiko is right up my alley. I live in Bossier and have noticed Sushiko on the Boardwald however; I have not made it there to eat yet. I used to go to Kobe’s but since they moved to a bigger restaurant, their sushi is lacking in all departments except price. I understand they must pay more for the new location but I don’t’ understand why they cannot also keep up a good quality product. By the way, your picture looks so good I just might have to try Sushiko tonight.
ReplyDeleteI'll only eat California rolls. Can't abide raw meat or fish of any kind.
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