Tsubaki

"This restaurant is discriminating customers!! We made a reservation for 2 at 5:45 pm and arrived on time. At this moment, nearly all the small tables inside are empty. However, the server refused to seat us on a normal table, but only the high table near the window. We gently asked why we couldn’t be seated at the table cuz most of them are empty but he kept behaving in a contemptuous attitude. He talked to a manager on the back and the manager just kept laughing with him. Their response is simply that that’s how they arrange the reservations. The tables are all for 2 why we came the earliest but you’re gonna keep them for the people absent. They showed zero respect to us and their behavior does not make any sense. I feel like they are really discriminating customers like us. At last, he said that “if you want to dine in here, this (the high table) is the only accommodation we can provide”. Avoid this restaurant at all costs! SHAME ON THEM!!"

"Service is amazing. But the service charge. Do the servers actually get this money? How much does it take away from tips? They're asking for 18% and another 20% in tips? That's an extra 40%... This is absurd. I would rather have a menu that incorporates EVERYTHING (including tips, tax, service, restaurant random fees, whatever)… and for restaurants to pay a livable wage to their employees. It’s insanity to put the burden on the customer to judge the level of service then for the server to judge the customer based on how much they tipped. The only people really saving money are the restaurants. The food was very well prepared. We ordered 7 dishes, disappointed by a few."

"As someone who loves food but can't afford to go out very often, I found myself feeling stressed after our meal even though the food we had was good. The 18% surcharge, which *is not a tip,* seems disrespectful both to customers and staff. If you're going to tip correctly, you must essentially plan to add 38% of each menu item's cost. I am also certain that many customers are rightfully confused by this surcharge and may assume they don't need to add an additional tip, which ultimately puts a strain on restaurant staff. Please just pay employees fairly and include these costs upfront in menu prices."

"There’s either valet or street parking. Place is tiny and gets crowded fast so make reservations. I liked the tempura and the black cod the most, and really enjoyed the hojicha ice cream!"

"My boyfriend and I arrived late evening. No reservation, but they were able to accommodate us. When the server arrived, she suggested that we get 2 plates per person since everything is meant to be shared. She also said everything would have to be ordered at the same time, and they would course it out for us. We first got some drinks, then got the following dishes. Cold Tofu Japanese latkas Short rib Sesame noodles"