Shema Sushi

category: Sushi restaurant, Japanese restaurant, Restaurant
address: 277 Alexander St #102, Rochester, NY 14607, United States
Phone: +1 585-325-6555
worktime:
DayTime
Monday4–9 PM
Tuesday4–9 PM
Wednesday4–9 PM
Thursday4–9 PM
Friday4–9 PM
Saturday4–9 PM
SundayClosed

site: https://facebook.com/Shema-Sushi-105534326176892/
rayting: 4.6
services: From the business: Identifies as Asian-owned,
Service options: Takeaway, Dine-in,
Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection,
Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining,
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating,
Offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Comfort food, Healthy options, Quick bite, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine,
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Dessert,
Amenities: Toilets,
Atmosphere: Casual, Cosy, Trendy,
Crowd: Groups, Tourists, University students,
Planning: Accepts reservations,
Payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments, Credit cards,
Parking: Free of charge street parking, Free parking lot, Parking,

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Name: P****** B*******
Date: 2024-01-30 02:35:15
Rating: 5
Comment: The best sushi around!

Name: S*******
Date: 2024-01-29 22:29:16
Rating: 4
Comment: Not a comment on a specific visit, but overall. Ive been coming here off and on for years and the quality has been consistently great. Mostly I get the Flying Dragon and some ebi, so there is still plenty on the menu I can still try for the first time.Service has been prompt and friendly. Even one time I was randomly given some complimentary sake!

Name: j*** c********
Date: 2024-01-25 20:04:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Definitely a top notch place to get your sashimi on!
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Name: V*** T*****
Date: 2024-01-22 20:06:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Shema has probably the best tasting local sushi for the price!

Name: F*** F***
Date: 2024-01-12 22:30:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Love this place. The food tastes excellent, and is reasonably priced. The atmosphere is always warm and inviting, and the staff are very attentive and polite.

Name: T****** P****************
Date: 2023-12-31 01:59:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Went for dinner with friends tonight and the food was delicious, server was amazing, and we had a great time. Will definitely be going back.

Name: D**** D**********
Date: 2023-12-26 21:41:04
Rating: 4
Comment: As always, Shema is delish, with lots of options. The Shrek is a marvelously balanced treat. Yummy yummy was also very nice, with a bit more heat. We always enjoy the basic tempura shrimp crunch. Our only disappointment was the lunch hour was to go only. Home is 20 minutes away, so we balanced in our laps in the car so we could enjoy it hot. Everything was packaged well. The online order process was simple once we arrived and learned it was to go only. We saw others leave upon seeing the sign. Would be nice to have the option of online ordering but eat the take out at their tables. Saving them from having servers but allowing us to enjoy it there.

Name: N** a C*** D****
Date: 2023-11-28 08:30:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Good sushi, very fresh, taste great, very reasonable prices.

Name: A**** X
Date: 2023-11-26 04:05:29
Rating: 5
Comment: I just wanted to specifically thank the nice lady in the kitchen who saw my niece struggling to eat her udon noodles with chopsticks and kindly brought her a fork. It was very sweet of you, and let her enjoy her dinner without her aunt (me) giving her too hard a time for not having practiced ;)

Name: C********** B****
Date: 2023-11-22 03:09:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Cloe was the best! Great vibe and recommendations

Name: J***** O****
Date: 2023-11-17 00:51:34
Rating: 5
Comment: The best sushi Ive had anywhere in Rochester. Ive never had fish so tender and fresh before. It really is an experience worth having. 11/10

Name: K******** L********
Date: 2023-11-16 12:59:07
Rating: 5
Comment: The freshest and best sushi in Rochester. Always a treat to visit for dinner.

Name: S***** S****
Date: 2023-11-11 02:15:02
Rating: 5
Comment: The best sushi in Rochester, and a great atmosphere inside.

Name: d************
Date: 2023-11-10 06:21:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious!! Mussels app had great flavor, rolls were awesome!!

Name: T*** D****
Date: 2023-11-09 20:03:44
Rating: 4
Comment: Sushi and sashimi were very good! Im not a big fan of QR code menus as it was hard to scroll around to different areas and remember all the different a la carte items you wanted to order. Id recommend menus but other than that it was delicious.
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Name: M**** C*****
Date: 2023-11-02 21:34:22
Rating: 5
Comment: This is the best sushi place in Rochester. I’ve been going here for five years and every single time it is incredible. The miso soup is a MUST. I’ve tried most of the other sushi places in Rochester and nothing compares. You can tell they care about what they serve.

Name: I*** C*******
Date: 2023-10-22 14:08:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Exactly how sushi place should be.

Name: S**********
Date: 2023-10-17 00:41:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent service! Very welcoming and tentative! Food was well done too!

Name: C****** D******
Date: 2023-10-15 17:06:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Really good food and at a good price

Name: W**** P***
Date: 2023-10-06 21:51:27
Rating: 5
Comment: Some of the best sushi I’ve ever had! The waitress was sweet and gave me excellent advice about what to order.
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Name: M****** R*****
Date: 2023-10-04 23:32:52
Rating: 5
Comment: When I first moved to Rochester in May, I knew I needed to find a new sushi place, stat. To my pleasant surprise, when I started my new job, there was a highly rated sushi place literally in the building. I absolutely love this place, I highly recommend their shrimp tempura roll! Every takeout lunch I have had was absolutely delicious. Ill be back soon!

Name: C**** F****
Date: 2023-09-25 22:31:55
Rating: 5
Comment: We got appetizers, soups and salad, Shema Special sushi roll and mochi. It was all fantastic but by far the thing that blew me away was the ugami don! A giant cut of Eel on a bed of sushi rice! Will definitely be back!
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Name: D**** D*****
Date: 2023-09-24 15:04:44
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sushi and sashimi, crisp delicious tempura, very good service. Wonderful saki selection. Only beef I have is less than comfy metal chairs, otherwise a warm, nice atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Name: Y***** G********
Date: 2023-09-20 23:58:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sushi in Rochester

Name: V****** F********
Date: 2023-08-24 23:14:25
Rating: 5
Comment: Family run business. Sushi is always excellent. Friendly staff.

Name: C**** W****
Date: 2023-08-17 20:49:07
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic food. Sushi chef is master without a doubt. Will be returning frequently!!! Great sake selection, wonderful but subtle waitress💪

Name: J** C***
Date: 2023-08-15 14:29:31
Rating: 5
Comment: This is my favorite sushi restaurant in town. The fish is always fresh and they are generous with the cut of sashimi/sushi. I can always count on Shema sushi to provide fish that melts in my mouth. You can tell that the chefs really care about the food they create. Theres also parking behind the building which helps.

Name: B**** D******
Date: 2023-08-11 11:03:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Ive been to several sushi places in Rochester over the years and Shema Sushi is the best. The menu has everything you would want, with no frills, just well-made good food. Wonderful sake and beer options, too.

Name: M******* D******
Date: 2023-07-22 01:19:06
Rating: 5
Comment: We absolutely love this place. The food is amazing at a great price point!!

Name: D***** M
Date: 2023-07-03 02:07:05
Rating: 5
Comment: My wife and I have been here many times. The service is amazing and the employees are kind. Sushi is second to none in Rochester.

Name: K***** D***
Date: 2023-06-07 17:48:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Came here for the first time and the food is pretty amazing here. They had an excellent menu selection and the service staff are the best.

Name: R***** K*******
Date: 2023-05-28 21:46:55
Rating: 5
Comment: Nice place! Tried donburi...it was fresh!

Name: W*** G****
Date: 2023-05-23 22:32:05
Rating: 5
Comment: If I can get 20 stars..I would!!Sushi is fresh..melting I ur mouth..atmosphere has a cool vibe..jazz playing on background.Service was exceptional.

Name: D****** M*****
Date: 2023-05-06 23:59:33
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good fresh sushi, sashimi, teriyaki etc, made to order. Dine in or out. Excellent service, easy parking, unique location on the first floor of an architectural art deco landmark.
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Name: N*** G*******
Date: 2023-04-24 23:46:39
Rating: 5
Comment: I love Shema. All of the spicy rolls are to die for. The house special rolls are insane [I like the kabuki and Shrek] and their bulgogi is my favorite in the city. Their Ramune sodas are super refreshing too, not as heavy and sugary as our American counterparts but still sweet and crisp.

Name: R* g**
Date: 2023-04-04 13:05:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Hands down best sushi along the keys. A++ friendly service, great environment & nothing but high quality foods! The chef’s presentation blew me away, with consistent creations of picture perfect meals. Thank you for this classy experience for it will not soon be forgotten.
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Name: N*** A***
Date: 2023-03-28 12:13:54
Rating: 5
Comment: The most a restaurant has pleased me in a long time. High quality good selection and just generally a step above

Name: J***** T*******
Date: 2023-03-18 03:34:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Really nice staff. The signature rolls are really well done

Name: J*** P******
Date: 2023-03-17 18:01:07
Rating: 5
Comment: The best sushi in all of Rochester if not all of NY! We love the vibe and we love the food. Never any leftovers when we got to Shema Sushi. Great atmosphere and great service! Wish i could give more than 5 stars!
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Name: B****
Date: 2023-03-15 20:14:34
Rating: 5
Comment: Best Sushi in Rochester. Nigiri, rolls and salmon sashimi all taste amazing.

Name: A***** A*****
Date: 2023-02-13 17:47:28
Rating: 4
Comment: No frills restaurant with very good sushi.

Name: C***** G******
Date: 2023-02-12 18:56:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Easily one of the best sushi places in rochester. The tempura cheesecake is awesome and the soju selection is great. Love shema so much!

Name: A***** K
Date: 2023-02-05 14:32:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Walked over after a long day in the plant. The tea and miso were perfect after a cold walk in the snow. Rolls were creative and tasty. A little pricy, but that was on me since I ordered everything separately and went for the fancy rolls.

Name: G***
Date: 2023-02-01 02:11:36
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sushi in Rochester! Always fresh, fast, and delicious. I usually get take out but I really enjoying dining in too.

Name: T*** K
Date: 2023-01-31 11:15:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Really tasty high quality sushi. Always fresh and takeout orders are always accurate and nicely labeled.

Name: S******* M*****
Date: 2023-01-01 20:32:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Shema was the first sushi I ever had growing up, when they used to be located in Webster. Now in Rochester, best sushi in the city!! All fresh and delicious and always great service.

Name: J W******
Date: 2022-12-25 01:56:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sushi in Rochester! The Salmon belly is amazing. The Uni! The Uni! Best I’ve had. Worth every penny. Thank you Shema I will be back!

Name: A** B*****
Date: 2022-12-17 23:27:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Always delicious, regardless of what we order. The avocado salad is amazing. I highly recommend it!

Name: t*** t***
Date: 2022-12-06 05:54:57
Rating: 5
Comment: This is a great place to eat sushi in Rochester. Ive ordered takeout here multiple times to have at home or the office. So far, Ive had the best experience with the staff and the food.
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Name: G******** A**
Date: 2022-11-22 02:04:37
Rating: 5
Comment: This is one of the best sushi Ive ever eaten! The quality of the fish and rice was far beyond extraordinary. All of my friends were amazed by the quality of the fish and the fact that they had been properly seasoned. The spicy tuna roll was my ultimate favorite, it reminded me of the ones I had when I was a child that I still remember vividly. The staff members were so friendly and made us immediately feel as if we were a part of their family.
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Name: G***** N**
Date: 2022-10-15 01:05:07
Rating: 5
Comment: Every time were in town, this is the place for sushi. The scallop roll is amazing.

Name: J***** C*******
Date: 2022-10-12 16:22:41
Rating: 5
Comment: They have a great menu selection and the service is one of a kind too. They have a great menu selection and the prices are affordable too.

Name: Z*** G******
Date: 2022-10-09 18:32:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Always great and my girlfriend agrees that it is just as good in quality, freshness and design as hiro sushi back in Arizona. This spot will always be my go to for sushi in Rochester NY!

Name: I**** S*********
Date: 2022-10-03 00:41:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sushi and sashimi. The tempura cheesecake for dessert is the best!
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Name: V** H*****
Date: 2022-10-01 14:55:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Sashimis and sushis here are fresh but a little expensive than most average Japanese restaurants. They dont have dine in at lunch time. (Only take out). You can dine in at dinner.
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Name: M*****
Date: 2022-09-02 20:13:22
Rating: 5
Comment: The freshest sushi I’ve had in Rochester! Everyone here is always so hospitable.
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Name: D*** J****
Date: 2022-08-29 21:47:50
Rating: 5
Comment: I came for first time and LOVE it!! The kindest staff here: waitress Cloe & owners are awesome, clean tables and most importantly, food are GREAT!!! What a place to be! One of my favorite sushi place!!! Recommending 100%!!

Name: K******* M******
Date: 2022-08-22 17:29:12
Rating: 5
Comment: Just got the sushi sashimi lunch box special — and it was first rate! The miso soup wasn’t too salty, the tempura perfectly crisp. The sushi and sashimi were fresh and delicious, along with the Cali roll, salad, seaweed tasting and the accoutrements. Cleaned the plate and this Hit the (sushi) Spot 100%.Will make this a weekly treat!

Name: K**** E*******
Date: 2022-08-19 18:56:45
Rating: 5
Comment: The best sushi in the ROC hands down. The owners are incredible people. The fish is always high quality and super consistent. One of my favorite places in Rochester.

Name: c**** c*****
Date: 2022-08-17 00:28:45
Rating: 5
Comment: Shema is my favorite sushi spot in Rochester! They have exquisite fish and a sweet staff. The sushi boat is perfect for two and always has new flavors! Love it here.

Name: C****** V
Date: 2022-08-12 17:15:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Cannot recommend Shema enough. The food is INCREDIBLE and always such a comfort. Staff is kind and welcoming. If you haven’t eaten here yet, you should asap! We usually get the shrimp crunch rolls and spicy Shoyu ramen - amazing! Their new sweet salmon roll is delicious as well.
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Name: D**** D******
Date: 2022-07-24 14:08:30
Rating: 5
Comment: What a little gem! It has been awhile since I had such great Japanese food. Salad, miso, rolls and sashimi were all delightful. Highly recommend.

Name: M**** G********
Date: 2022-07-17 14:03:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent service followed by amazing sushi and poke bowls!

Name: M*******
Date: 2022-07-15 21:29:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Wow- a legitimate sushi place. If you’re looking for a good sushi place in Rochester, you don’t have many options— however, Shema Sushi, is one of the few exceptions.The fish was exceptionally fresh- the rolls were delicious and generously proportioned. The tempura was some of the best I have had- you could appreciate the flavor of the vegyet the crust was perfectly fried and crisp without being overly oily . The takoyaki is the best I’ve had in Rochester, thus far and a must try!The service was great and the atmosphere is low key and relaxed. Looking forward to going back soon!Update: have now been here multiple times- service is always excellent, food is always incredible! Their ramen was awesome- absolutely the best in Rochester!
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Name: S**** B****
Date: 2022-07-13 06:01:39
Rating: 5
Comment: Their sushi is top-notch. Best quality sushi in Rochester. The salmon was very fresh it was like butter. Very reasonable prices too.

Name: D**** D***
Date: 2022-06-16 01:48:14
Rating: 5
Comment: I just had dinner here to celebrate a friend’s birthday. They have a QR code for the menu which was nice. The sushi itself was very good and fresh.I have been to similar places like Tokyo in Henrietta but this place was much better in my opinion.The sushi itself is fresh and reasonably priced, but the dinner/entree/bento box options are kind of pricey given what you get. I had the Teriyaki chicken ($18) and some California ($6.50) and Miami ($7) sushi rolls. It tasted very good I would definitely go back again.
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Name: D**** S******
Date: 2022-06-01 23:45:04
Rating: 5
Comment: The care in preparation and beautiful presentation of food, and service has always been consistent when we visit Shema. You can tell they choose quality over quantity for their ingredients! As a bonus, their food is even delicious for take out and their online ordering makes it easy.

Name: E*** P****
Date: 2022-05-18 23:48:32
Rating: 5
Comment: 10/10. I have tried just about every sushi restaurant in Rochester and this is simply the best sushi restaurant, hands down. Highly recommend!

Name: J M
Date: 2022-04-14 00:45:19
Rating: 5
Comment: 10/5 stars. Best sushi place I have ever been to.

Name: H**** H****
Date: 2022-04-11 22:11:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Wow wow wow wow!!!!This place is the bomb dot com, absolutely get the uni whenever you can! We got the uni on scallops and the nigiri sushi boat and I already want to plan the next time back
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Name: Y** J**
Date: 2022-04-08 23:08:30
Rating: 5
Comment: We had an amazing time at Shema sushi today. We are a family of 5 with 3 kids. The place was busy when we got there so I expected slow service. But to our pleasant surprise we were seated and waited promptly. Food came out quickly as well. Everything was delicious. Especially impressed with the freshness and quality of the sushi. Their menus has many options for the entire family. We will definitely come back!
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Name: R*** M****
Date: 2022-04-06 01:15:13
Rating: 5
Comment: Best service, best sushi. The staff here is so incredibly friendly and so attentive. The sushi is so good, there is nothing like it in Rochester.
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Name: J***** R****
Date: 2022-03-17 17:43:03
Rating: 4
Comment: I wanted to love this place. The sushi was fresh and really good. I ordered the beef bulgogi and was disappointed. It was very dry. It had too much rice. For $22 I expected it to be something I want to get again. I didnt finish it. It was really kind of brand. My daughter got to Teriyaki Salmon. It had too much rice. The salmon had the skin on but it wasnt crispy.

Name: M** H********
Date: 2022-02-27 19:06:14
Rating: 4
Comment: Overall very good. Quality sushi though heavy on wasabi. Nice location and classic sushi atmosphere.Details: We went shortly after opening at about 4:40 on a Saturday after visiting the science center.Clean and cute atmosphere. Love the hand-done art in their specials board and around the restiSushi regular: great fish quality of all pieces, heavy in wasabi for my taste and light in rice, but still good unagi nigiri was light on the sauce.spicy crunchy crab roll: very good, probably the best Ive had. Nice crunch, nice level of spice, great crab flavor.Ton Katsu: nice and crunchy, though the sauce seemed overly sweet. Would love to see chicken katsu.Spider roll (tempura softshell crab): salty, crunchy, heavy flavors, quite good but not my flavor profile.If I were to go again I would likely order my go-to favorite rolls or try the salmon sushi set.First sushi place weve tried since moving here.

Name: J**** S****
Date: 2022-02-24 00:11:38
Rating: 5
Comment: Shocked by how good this sushi was. Puts other places to shame. Great service as well

Name: X** L**
Date: 2022-02-23 02:39:32
Rating: 5
Comment: Came here on a busy night, but it was well worth the wait!The quality of fish used was superb. Probably one of the best places to get good sushi in Rochester.Would recommend the sushi boat and toro nigiri.
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Name: J**** C
Date: 2022-02-14 20:01:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolute stellar. Worth every cent and one of my favorite sushi places in the greater Rochester area.

Name: K**** M*****
Date: 2022-02-06 16:27:22
Rating: 5
Comment: Best quality sushi in Rochester. Small place but incredible people. I literally crave this food on a weekly basis!!

Name: J*** B*****
Date: 2022-01-07 14:05:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Some of the best sushi Ive had in ROC. Extremely fresh, and the staff/ownership were very kind (when I placed my online order from their tables, a woman came out to let me know she got it and that it would only be a few minutes). Perfect balance of technology and customer service!

Name: N*** T
Date: 2022-01-01 22:58:43
Rating: 5
Comment: My favorite sushi place in Rochester. Better quality than the AYCE places and you still get a decent amount of food for your money.

Name: B**** S****
Date: 2021-12-18 00:19:43
Rating: 5
Comment: Hands down best quality in Rochester. Their speciality rolls are delicious. I enjoy the different bento boxes at lunch too. Plus the only spot to get Toro to my knowledge.

Name: T** F****
Date: 2021-12-14 21:23:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Great selection, nice staff and quality sushi. Was in town for work, and will be coming back!
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Name: R** J*******
Date: 2021-12-10 00:05:20
Rating: 5
Comment: Easily my favorite restaurant in Rochester. Incredible food and awesome staff!

Name: S***** G*****
Date: 2021-11-21 01:28:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Just tried this place tonight, not disappointed at all. Loved the sushi and I am definitely ordering again.

Name: N***** B*********
Date: 2021-09-08 23:45:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing sushi and ramen! We had a wonderful server who was very attentive. Would recommend this place for anyone looking for great sushi or ramen. Cant wait to come back and try the udon!

Name: M******* T***
Date: 2021-07-28 15:20:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Shema Sushi is consistently excellent. My husband, Cody and I order from them regularly. The staff is wonderful, very courteous and thorough. Our food is always amazing. Best sushi in town -hands down!

Name: A**** D****
Date: 2021-07-19 13:16:11
Rating: 5
Comment: You cannot beat the quality served here. Ive eaten at just about every other Japanese place in Rochester, but Shema always comes out on top. Their food is consistently good. I would order it every day if I could. Keep doing what youre doing, Its beautiful.
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Name: S***** M****
Date: 2021-07-15 23:47:54
Rating: 5
Comment: Phenomenal, literally the best ramens, sushi, salads everything. you won’t regret it, top notch flavors. super high quality and fresh. you have to try this place.

Name: A**** M*******
Date: 2021-07-14 18:42:23
Rating: 5
Comment: Ill be honest we were skeptical about getting sushi so far from the ocean, but this place really delivered. The fish we had was nice and fresh and the quality was was really good for the cost. I wouldny hesitate to stop here any time I was in the Buffalo area. Also, the seaweed wasnt stale, a problem I see a lot at sushi places across the country. It was super crisp and fresh.
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Name: S***** R********
Date: 2021-07-12 18:03:49
Rating: 5
Comment: I had went today for a spicy ramen. The restaurant was nice and clean. I had trouble ordering cause I didnt know the name of the ramen. But, the lady looked at a picture on my phone of it and quickly helped me. The wait time was extremely fast. I had to wait about 5 mins for my food to be prepared and given to me. The spicy ramen lookee amazing and tasted great. I would recommend this place to anyone!

Name: S******* P***
Date: 2021-07-11 12:50:49
Rating: 4
Comment: Being a big fan of Susi, and all the posted reviews, I was rather disappointed with what was offered. Theres was nothing unique that I would say which makes shema different than others. The only thing I would recommend are the chef special rolls

Name: S***** W
Date: 2021-07-04 03:21:46
Rating: 5
Comment: First time visit, and wow wow wow. I had a great quick chat the night before via Facebook messenger to verify they were open tonight for dinner. They were quick to respond and gave great information as to when the best time to arrive would be. We showed up and our server was friendly and very helpful when we had questions about menu items. The sake she helped us land on was the best I’ve ever had and was so good with our meal. The sushi boat was a huge value for everything you got, side note those pickles on there are AMAZING and should be a side dish of their own! The rolls are high quality ingredients and flavorful. The dishes arrived to our table so quickly, it was incredible. Everything looked beautiful and tasted even better. Again, our server was a delight and attentive to us, we have many other items we want to try, having the menu to review on your phone before ordering is helpful and well labeled to help deciding easier. I’m already wanting more sushi! Thank you for such a great experience, and will be back again soon. Highly recommend anyone to give this restaurant a try.
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Name: M*** D******
Date: 2021-07-02 01:06:30
Rating: 5
Comment: Coming from Seattle and NYC, I consider myself a little spoiled. I thought Rochester wouldnt have stellar sushi, I was wrong! This little gem can easily compete with the best east and west coast Sushi bars. Great food, good service, and overall great people!
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Name: B**** D
Date: 2021-07-01 01:33:08
Rating: 5
Comment: Beautiful presentation and very fresh fish! Unique rolls, rare fish, very high quality flavors. Ive eaten sushi in many places... Shema rates high. Unassuming location and cool decor combined with authentically friendly service. Everything from the Kani salad to the Toro was excellent and super fresh. We found this place by googling Best Sushi in Rochester. Shema didnt disappoint.
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Name: D**** C*********
Date: 2021-06-26 20:58:00
Rating: 5
Comment: Our go to sushi place in Rochester. Weve only done take out so I cant comment on in-person dining. We have ordered here 4 times and have never been disappointed. Amazing!

Name: D**** M******
Date: 2021-06-23 00:38:52
Rating: 5
Comment: The best sushi in Rochester!
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Name: N******* R******
Date: 2021-06-19 17:19:32
Rating: 4
Comment: The food was great! The service was not that great. We had to ask for plates and eating utensils. The waitress didnt pay us much attention at all. We constantly had to waive done other servers. In the future, I would order take out but not dine in.
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Name: J**** L*****
Date: 2021-05-24 17:52:48
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place! Theyre only open for indoor dining for dinner but you can order in person/phone/app during the day. I got the Shrek, tuna tataki and chicken gyoza. Everything was sooooo good. Will definitely continue to come back to support this local business!🖤

Name: D**** M*****
Date: 2021-05-18 21:58:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Great service. Every bite was amazing. Beautiful plates.
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Name: A****
Date: 2021-05-09 08:37:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sushi. Really pleasant place and great location. Reminds me of places in NY or Toronto.

Name: L****** F*******
Date: 2021-01-04 23:13:48
Rating: 5
Comment: Phoenix, kabuki, trio amigo and spicy dragon rolls were delicious!
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Name: C**** Z
Date: 2020-09-16 14:01:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Ordered a sushi sashimi boat, things were nicely decorated in the box.Their fish is the freshest I’ve had in Rochester.Sushi rice is covered by a thick slice of fish, unlike some others which only give you a very thin slice. Miso soup is quite flavorful. In terms of the specialty rolls, they are pretty good, just that I did not find it significantly better than other places. Price may be slightly higher than other places, but would be worth it if you are a sushi sashimi lover.
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Name: B******* S****
Date: 2020-08-19 17:05:03
Rating: 5
Comment: Favorite sushi in Rochester! Their online ordering & pickup works great.

Name: A******** K***
Date: 2020-07-28 18:21:34
Rating: 5
Comment: So delicious and such kind service! Making kids birthday week a tasty success!

Name: A***** M*********
Date: 2020-04-10 13:29:10
Rating: 4
Comment: We got curbside pick-up on 4/9/20. It was ready within 30 minutes of placing the order through Facebook. The sushi was fresh, tasty, and a good value for the price. My favorite was the spicy yellowtail hand roll, but everything was great. I appreciate how their menu has things labelled as gluten-free or not, though not sure all of the GF items are marked as such. Will be ordering again.

Name: B***** F******
Date: 2020-03-24 11:38:22
Rating: 5
Comment: We have only done take out but everything is meticulously wrapped and labeled. Wonderful and fresh!

Name: A**** R
Date: 2020-03-02 22:52:03
Rating: 4
Comment: Great food but a little on the expensive side. The only thing that could make this place better is if they accepted postmates/delivery orders

Name: T***** T*****
Date: 2020-02-25 22:46:42
Rating: 5
Comment: Always has fast service even when busy. Constantly find myself coming back and every time I do, there is an entire new list of specialty rolls. Keep on doing your thing Shema!

Name: G**** L******
Date: 2020-02-21 00:23:44
Rating: 5
Comment: The rolls were so fresh and my son loved the miso pork ramen bowl. Definitely will be back.

Name: A****** H***
Date: 2020-02-04 23:25:42
Rating: 5
Comment: It was my first time coming to Shema for my sisters Birthday and it was excellent. The food and staff were amazing and I will definitely be back!

Name: S****
Date: 2020-02-03 22:52:02
Rating: 5
Comment: Atmosphere was warm and inviting, The food was fresh and delicious. The staff was nice. All around I had a good time.

Name: D****
Date: 2020-01-26 06:52:54
Rating: 5
Comment: My spouse & I were there on Sat. eve about 6:00 so only half full. Relaxed casual atmosphere.. singles or couples seating and larger group or families upfront.This place was beyond my expectation! Delicious, fresh, & expertly served. Price I considered medium but then we got our order & it was way more than one sitting for one person! Three nice rolls, salad, & incredible miso soup for $18 ! And I am never easily impressed but Shema Sushi will be our Go-to place for Japanese in Rochester from now on!

Name: R** I*****
Date: 2020-01-13 19:36:14
Rating: 5
Comment: Very tasty, good service, they offer nice lunch specials

Name: A******** M******
Date: 2020-01-07 17:51:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Absolutely the best sushi in Rochester, easily top 5 in New York state but with the same low price that everywhere else charges fantastic sushi its a mom and pop setup theyre both very nice the same man has been creating the sushi there since they opened and hes amazing .

Name: B****** D******
Date: 2020-01-05 18:58:58
Rating: 5
Comment: Awesome sushi, fresh, and great prices. We are here at least 3 times a month!

Name: h h
Date: 2019-12-21 22:48:47
Rating: 4
Comment: Very good sushi. Seating is limited. Parking can be challenging. But worth the trek!!!

Name: D***
Date: 2019-12-15 02:09:27
Rating: 5
Comment: The sushi was a bit pricey, but the setting was nice and quiet, and the food itself was excellent. Servers were very nice as well. Great place.

Name: J**** I*****
Date: 2019-11-21 01:46:20
Rating: 5
Comment: One of the best Sushi places in Rochester. Presentation and chef specials are all excellent. A Must-Try!!

Name: C****** Y*********
Date: 2019-11-14 21:30:30
Rating: 5
Comment: I tried this place after Shiki closed and it is delicious. The Maki is very tasty, and the rolls are good too. Depending on how busy it is the wait can be long.

Name: R**
Date: 2019-11-08 02:37:07
Rating: 4
Comment: Great food! Service can be a bit slow, but worth waiting for.

Name: A****
Date: 2019-11-06 03:17:07
Rating: 5
Comment: One of the best sushi places in Rochester without a doubt, and my personal favorite. I have been here multiple times and never had a bad experience. The sushi is super fresh and made to order. I recommend the trio amigos special roll and the spicy tuna crunch roll

Name: G****** W*****
Date: 2019-10-25 01:21:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Had to check out Shema again with Shiki closed now... Everything we had was great. From the soup and salad to the sashimi. We will be back!

Name: k**** c******
Date: 2019-10-18 19:01:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Great food and service in a casual space.
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Name: J**** W*******
Date: 2019-10-18 12:54:35
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sushi my wife and I have found in 8 years living in Rochester. A must for any sushi fans.

Name: A*** A******
Date: 2019-10-12 22:09:11
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious food. Our waitress was great with recommendations. We got the Phoenix roll and Niagara falls roll. Phoenix was our favorite!

Name: F***** B*******
Date: 2019-09-27 22:40:26
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing Japanese restaurant. Not only are their sushi great, but other Japanese dishes were fantastic as well.

Name: T*********
Date: 2019-08-31 05:48:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sushi in the Rochester area and great knowledgeable staff.

Name: J***** S******
Date: 2019-08-13 01:11:21
Rating: 5
Comment: Same price as other sushi places, but somehow the ingredients just taste _fresh_. I asked how they got such good fish, and they said it was a house secret :D
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Name: A***** S******
Date: 2019-07-22 20:58:13
Rating: 4
Comment: The food has always been very good every time we go. The place is small so it can fill up quickly on a weekend. Sometimes service is slow if the place is packed, but the quality of the food makes up for any wait. We got the bento boxes this time - salmon and the bbq - and there was way more food then we were expecting. The tempura is fried perfectly. California roll and sashimi were great too. They have really good green tea here as well.

Name: K**** B*******
Date: 2019-07-09 21:43:57
Rating: 5
Comment: Fresh, delicious and excellent service. Accommodating for kids. Delicious Uni!

Name: K* M******
Date: 2019-07-01 18:33:30
Rating: 5
Comment: Best Sushi I have ever had. It is absolute PERFECTION.

Name: J** B*****
Date: 2019-06-15 21:34:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sushi in Rochester! Hands down! My wife and I have been to many of the sushi restaurants in Rochester. It is always very clean, the service is good, and the sushi is consistent. Weve done take out as well and no decline in quality. This is the only place we go now.

Name: J****** O*******
Date: 2019-06-01 01:05:45
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sushi, sashimi very tasty and decent prices. Combo boat good for 4 people.
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Name: s*** t***
Date: 2019-05-29 07:56:19
Rating: 5
Comment: Bc they saved my dragon head. It was in a box. On a perfect night. Left over but not forgot. Thank you. #leftovers #takehome

Name: D***** S****
Date: 2019-05-21 17:52:04
Rating: 5
Comment: Great dinner! Our server was the best with a personality to make our meal better. Will be back if in the area again.

Name: G**** T*****
Date: 2019-04-24 20:13:07
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic fresh sushi with great beverages to accompany
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Name: N***** K**********
Date: 2019-04-12 20:15:50
Rating: 5
Comment: Low key atmosphere, great prices, and delicious sushi and sake.

Name: L*** M******
Date: 2019-03-29 23:19:17
Rating: 5
Comment: Very good sushi, great miso soup, and great mochi ice cream. The ramen is also very solid.

Name: C**** O******
Date: 2019-03-18 17:42:59
Rating: 4
Comment: First Rochester sushi in quite a while and it was fantastic. My little guy loves the bento box lunch special. I believe its $12 - which is half the dinner price.

Name: e*** a****
Date: 2019-03-17 13:35:05
Rating: 4
Comment: Ive been here twice in one week. Sushi is really good.
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Name: K******** C*******
Date: 2019-03-12 22:38:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Travel around the state for work and am glad I found this gem! Fresh fish, yummy ramen, great staff!

Name: M**** P*****
Date: 2019-03-07 20:40:52
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sushi in Rochester. A romantic setting, delicious food, and a fair price all in the heart of Rochester. Whats not to love?

Name: N***** E****
Date: 2019-02-27 12:31:34
Rating: 5
Comment: Great food. Very fresh fish. Service was excellent

Name: A***** P*******
Date: 2019-02-15 22:33:33
Rating: 5
Comment: The Grilled chicken teriyaki and the beef yaki soba were basically perfect. Had to order a bowl of miso soup too and as it may not have been the best I have ever had, it was still very good. Didnt get a chance to try the sushi but will definitely come back here again.

Name: S**** Z***
Date: 2019-02-14 10:30:30
Rating: 5
Comment: This was hands down the best sushi i have ever had in Rochester! Small and cute and we were able to see the chef make sushi next to us it was amazing

Name: R****** S********
Date: 2019-02-12 03:43:10
Rating: 5
Comment: I cant think of how they could improve on their great sushi lunches!

Name: A***** R*****
Date: 2019-02-08 17:08:14
Rating: 5
Comment: The food is fantastic, the staff is very friendly and the service is quick. Note: there are no substitutions on many of the menu items. The menu states this clearly so dont expect to make substitutions when you go there.

Name: D**** S
Date: 2019-01-31 08:06:40
Rating: 5
Comment: Supremely fresh fish used, with special attention to presentation. In that regard, Ive thought Shema, even from their old owners and old location in Webster, was the best in Rochester: presentation. There may be one or two other places that are somewhat more authentic, but my friend and I, two Gaijin with a couple of trips to Japan each, were supremely impressed with the Tako-yaki, sushi and sashimi boat with loads of fresh and delicious fish, and Angry tako appetizer: raw, spicy squid on cucumber. Delicious! All reasonably priced except the sake and soju which was a bit steep for the bottles, although the cheaper hot sake was quite good.

Name: D**** P**********
Date: 2019-01-25 22:23:12
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sushi in Rochester. This is a must experience.
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Name: J**** M
Date: 2019-01-22 18:09:37
Rating: 5
Comment: Excellent food, good service, nice atmosphere. You wont be disappointed!

Name: M****** R******
Date: 2019-01-19 00:38:01
Rating: 5
Comment: Little pricey, but the food is great. Lunch boxes are A+ as is the bibimbap

Name: P***** D****
Date: 2019-01-16 12:34:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Got one if there platters great price great sushi

Name: S**** R*****
Date: 2019-01-05 19:45:25
Rating: 5
Comment: I love their udon noodles! This is my favorite comfort food. My husband loves the chicken curry udon noodles. Both noodles have lovely spice to them. The homemade honey ginseng tea is like no other i have had before and is wonderful. Great place for sharing plates of sushi and tempura.

Name: A***** K***
Date: 2018-12-22 22:45:24
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious food, great variety, excellent service and prices were very reasonable!
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Name: O***** S*****
Date: 2018-12-18 00:07:07
Rating: 5
Comment: Prompt service, quaint atmosphere and great quality food.
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Name: S****** P*****
Date: 2018-11-17 04:26:32
Rating: 5
Comment: I had always heard good things about this place, but had never gone there until tonight. I was not disappointed with the result! There was a good crowd there for a Friday night (always a good sign), so we had to wait but we were still seated fairly quickly. Our server was friendly and very helpful in choosing our selections. They even brought us a complementary edamame when they thought they had kept us waiting too long. We ordered a selection of sushi, their Pheonix roll, and the salmon donburi. All was beautiful to look at and tasted just as fantastic. The donburis presentation did throw us off slightly since we are used to it being in a bowl, etc, but the taste was all there. In short, this is a lovely gem that is definitely worth your time, all for a reasonable price for such quality.
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Name: D***** M*****
Date: 2018-11-14 23:40:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Great service and food. We had a variety of rolls, tako yaki, edamame, and udon. All was delicious.

Name: H** T***
Date: 2018-10-26 08:18:36
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing selection. Tasty food. Prices were a little better than I expected. Call ahead if you have over 6 people though!

Name: E******* R********
Date: 2018-10-25 01:45:56
Rating: 5
Comment: Amazing food every time. Friendly and helpful staff. Lots of great choices on all sides: apps, entrees, sushi, drinks and even dessert! Tried the eel sushi on our most recent trip. First time. Unbelievably good. Our go-to sushi place.

Name: B* T***
Date: 2018-10-17 19:07:49
Rating: 5
Comment: Delicious sushi as well as other Japanese and Korean staples. Food was great as was the freindly service.
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Name: K**** M*****
Date: 2018-08-30 22:52:12
Rating: 5
Comment: Must go! New chef is amazing. The food at Shema is on another level now. Ask for Ben, he’s a fantastic server!

Name: E***** S*******
Date: 2018-08-05 16:33:10
Rating: 5
Comment: Always amazing. I love bringing my friends and family here when we crave sushi.

Name: W****** M*****
Date: 2018-07-21 10:38:07
Rating: 5
Comment: Beautiful rolls! Watched them fillet the tuna. So bright and red. Super friendly. I got a free sample of a new dish. Fried squid or octopus balls. (It had a more appealing name though)

Name: H K*
Date: 2018-07-11 13:06:25
Rating: 5
Comment: It is now owned by Korean people and they have slightly different menus. Just a few stuff added. The chef is very good. Hes got ton of experience with great skills. I really enjoyed the food there as a Korean person (Ive had fair amount of authentic Japanese and Korean food in my life). The spicy sushis are no doubt very very spicy, of course. Probably the spiciest spicy tuna/salmon sushi I had in my life lol. I will be coming back here.

Name: B****** B*
Date: 2018-06-25 20:41:13
Rating: 5
Comment: They have the freshest fish of any sushi place in Rochester. Hands down the best sushi you can get in Rochester (coming from a huge foodie). Ive had sushi from 8+ restraunts in Rochester. The miso soup and salad are also made with fresh ingredients. They have great dinner combos, which makes eating here affordable on a budget. I eat here every chance I get.

Name: A**** S*********
Date: 2018-06-14 00:15:09
Rating: 5
Comment: Great food, quick service, awesome presentation. I had a couple gift cards, so we splurged on a sushi boat and some ice cream. They were all amazing, especially the matcha chocolate sundae. I didnt expect it to work! Most of the sushi has a dollop of wasabi inside of each peice. Its refreshing, once youre over the initial surprise.

Name: P******** H*******
Date: 2018-06-11 20:37:46
Rating: 5
Comment: Pricy, but very good food. I was particularly surprised by how good the non-sushi tonight are here, as well as the obviously delicious rolls and nigiri. The location is nice and there was no wait. Service was quick and friendly. I had a good time, and have no complaints.If youre driving there, note that theres parking in back. You dont have to drive around looking for something streetside. I only found out after I parked and walked to the door, because the sign saying so is a bit small (also because I wasnt expecting a sign on the door to have parking info.)

Name: J S
Date: 2018-05-29 01:01:54
Rating: 5
Comment: The place is pricier than other Japanese restaurant but it is authentic and the seafood is really fresh. Definitely a must to go.

Name: D**** W*****
Date: 2018-05-17 20:03:43
Rating: 5
Comment: Fantastic sushi! Rice bowl was delicious with an amazing presentation. Staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. Mochi desert was unique and very tasty.

Name: T*** C*****
Date: 2018-05-16 17:07:55
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place. The sushi is great, the people are nice, and its quiet and laid back.

Name: L**** W***
Date: 2018-05-03 16:53:28
Rating: 5
Comment: Always great food!
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Name: M** S****
Date: 2018-04-27 01:01:49
Rating: 5
Comment: We order:miso soup,Chicken teriyaki and tempura box,Niagara roll,
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Name: C**** S**
Date: 2018-04-22 02:40:34
Rating: 5
Comment: I love this place, its very nice sweet Romantic, thanks for dinner tonight, I will do it again and again yes

Name: k**** d****
Date: 2018-04-16 21:22:31
Rating: 5
Comment: Extremely good food! Not sure why a few bad reviews on google. Highly recommend it here.

Name: R****** N*****
Date: 2017-11-07 17:49:47
Rating: 5
Comment: Shema Sushi is a great local eatery, with wonderful. Bento box lunch specials, resonablly priced and great -attentive servers.One of my favorite lunch places...and sushi is so fresh!They rock!

Name: M*** C***
Date: 2017-11-06 17:55:09
Rating: 5
Comment: This was a smaller place than I expected but the quality of the food was amazing. The place was very nice and the bathrooms lovely and very clean. Helpful friendly staff who was attentive to our needs, wonderful food, really enjoyed ourselves and will be back!

Name: N*** B*****
Date: 2017-09-29 18:32:18
Rating: 5
Comment: Probably the best sushi, and Japanese cuisine in Rochester. The food is truly amazing, and I go there every time I get a chance.

Name: C******** P******
Date: 2017-08-02 17:14:08
Rating: 4
Comment: Very good, fresh sushi. Beautifully presented.Quiet atmosphere. Easy parking. Enjoyed the visit very much.

Name: T***** T***
Date: 2017-07-28 13:05:01
Rating: 4
Comment: Their summer specials are pretty good. Otherwise unremarkable. There is a Pokemon gym here.

Name: J****** P*******
Date: 2017-07-06 22:24:35
Rating: 4
Comment: There are only a few tables, lighting is moderate and there is a sushi bar and a small outdoor seating area. The sushi menu is easy to read and a decent variety of classic and American influenced rolls. I tried the special, Tuna bowl. It was delicious, however the spicy Ginger dressing was overpowering and too much of it to really enjoy the full taste of the rest of the dish. The drink menu offers saki and import beer, for an elaborate cost. Dessert menu includes ice cream and cheesecake with Asian twists, not my style so skipped out. Overall, Ill return but will stick to dinner.
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Name: Y******** Q
Date: 2017-05-20 01:02:06
Rating: 5
Comment: Sushi has been delicious every time my husband and I have visited. Weve tried different rolls each time and they​ have never disappointed. Tasted fresh, serving​ size was good, and the ginger honey tea is a must. Service was great, even during busy evenings; we appreciated that they were attentive, but not hovering.

Name: R***** S***
Date: 2017-05-15 17:32:15
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sushi Ive found in rochester. Really by no small margin either

Name: B******* C****
Date: 2017-01-22 17:45:30
Rating: 5
Comment: Great sushi! They have some crazy recipes, like a sushi tower, or sushi with cheese melted on top, but its all delicious!

Name: D*** T*****
Date: 2016-12-21 23:34:41
Rating: 5
Comment: Best sushi in Rochester! Everything tastes super fresh, and the tempura is way lighter, or less greasy, than anywhere else. Usually not very busy for dinner, so the service is very good.

Name: D*** T*****
Date: 2016-11-10 14:14:07
Rating: 4
Comment: Nice little sushi place in a great area. Fish was fresh and tasted great

Name: A**** R***
Date: 2016-01-31 15:28:31
Rating: 4
Comment: The quality of the fish was pretty good and I enjoyed their sushi roll creations.