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2019-01-31
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Summary: Upscale IFC mall sushi joint that’s cheaper than I’d have thought, but also not particularly interesting or delicious. If you work in IFC or spend a lot of time here, it might be worth a try, but otherwise, give it a miss.On a whim decided to pop into Sushi Sei and try its OK-priced sushi platter (600 for 12 pieces, 400 for 8). Here’s what I got:Shrimp (Amaebi)Salmon RoeTuna BellyFlounderSalmonSome kind of seabream (I think)KinmedaiItoyoridaiCertainly not a bad selection (except for the
On a whim decided to pop into Sushi Sei and try its OK-priced sushi platter (600 for 12 pieces, 400 for 8). Here’s what I got:
Shrimp (Amaebi)
Salmon Roe
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Tuna Belly
Flounder
Salmon
Some kind of seabream (I think)
Kinmedai
Itoyoridai
Certainly not a bad selection (except for the salmon!), and some interesting variety. And while nothing was BAD, the sushi seemed to be lacking any kind of character. The flounder lacked the usual burst of amami, and the kinmedai/itoyoridai/seabream (all of which I usually love) were basically tasteless. Tuna belly and ikura were fine if predictable; the only piece I really enjoyed was the amaebi: plump, fresh and juicy. The sushi rice was fine if a bit nondescript, but the fish didn’t hold up their end.
As a purely subjective and slightly unfair comment, it was somewhat unappetizing to watch the sushi chefs prepare the sushi toppings. They didn’t treat the fish with any kind of delicacy… quite rough with the handling with a lot of tossing and slapping on the board. How it affects that taste of the fish I leave up to you, but it wasn’t very appealing.
Overall, it’s not really that expensive, given its location in IFC and the nature of the food. I absolutely wouldn’t say it’s a fantastic deal of course, given the overall meh-ness of the meal. Try Sakura no Aji’s omakase lunch and tell me they’re worth almost the same amount.
The guy next to me ordered the omakase (starts at $980 up to $1580), and it began with promise, with shirako (milt) and some interesting sashimi, so perhaps that’s worth a try. Again, I’ll leave that up to you though, as I can’t see myself going back. I’m not a big fan of Sushi Senryo either (just 50m away in IFC mall!), but at least it’s half the price.
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