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"This place has such a cool Cosmopolitan vibe! I was there with a group of 6. We were in the 6th Fl, which is much better for ‘dining’. The street-level is for smaller groups and is a bit noisier, more like a bar-restaurant scene. Our server, Maya, was so nice and friendly. She knew her way around the menu very well, and made suggestions I did not regret. The service initially may have seemed a bit slow, but I think it was from the bar preparing our drinks. My favorite drink was the Lychee Martini. It was very refreshing. It had a balance of subtle citrus flavors, hints of lemon & grapefruit, but none overpowering. The plates came out in a timely manner. I could go on for pages about each meal, safe to say they were all excellent—you really can’t go wrong. To stay my hunger, the waitress recommended the chicken tempura as an app. No strong flavors here, just subtle blends. The Miso soup was also very good. My favorite dishes were the Tsunami and Crispy Rice. The Tsunami just embodied what I wanted ‘sushi’ to taste like. Again, subtle blends of flavors and textures. The tempura added a nice crunch to it all. The Crispy Rice was just fun to eat. And don’t let that little jalapeño intimidate you. It wasn’t that hot. If I was feeling more tropical, the Tropic Thunder would have sufficed. My wife loved the scallops, but for the price, I think we should’ve gotten maybe more than 2 on a plate. Whatever criticism I have is greatly overshadowed by the quality and taste of the food complemented by the up-beat, modern, decor. It was such a pleasure to eat there. A great place to get together with friends and family. Yup….this place is a keeper!"

"Wish I had taken more photos! We ate here for my birthday and the experience was wonderful and memorable. We didn't have a reservation but they were still able to seat us. The restaurant it's self is beautifully decorated and designed so you feel extra special being there. The servers were very attentive and kind and made sure our needs were met at all times. The food was phenomenal! I have eaten here in the past and been impressed but in recent years I became vegan and was hesitant to revisit. I wished I hadn't waited to return because their vegan offerings were so delicious I am still thinking about them and can't wait to go back! Our favorite was the nutty vegan roll but we had 2-3 others that were just as good. There were some dishes and appetizers that were veganizable, we love when a restaurant can accommodate."

"I forgot to take a picture of the salmon lover sushi I got but it was delicious and beautifully made. We thought the salads were more of a side dish but they were actually of a decent entree sized portion and full of flavor. Service was slower than I expected on the day we went."

"Best place in Madison. We sat outside on a beautiful night. Food came out at perfect pace, service was excellent. The volcano roll was amazing, and the fried mushroom from the kitchen is a must try. Will definitely be back next time we are in madison."