If you haven’t hopped on the sushi bandwagon yet, you don’t know what you’re missing. Japanese foods like sushi and sashimi have exploded in popularity in the United States and are among some of the most interesting and delicious foods that adventurous eaters just can’t get enough of. There’s always a new option or an interesting variation on a favorite to try.
Whether you’re new to the world of sushi or you consider yourself an expert in this Japanese delicacy, you’ll find some of the best options at these three sensational sushi joints in the Alhambra area.
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Izakaya Akatora
Izakaya Akatora is a no-frills establishment that focuses on offering up some of the best Japanese cuisines around. Their sushi list is extensive and includes nearly 30 different sushi and sashimi options for you to try. Some of their most popular items include:
- Japanese Red Snapper
- Sea Eel
- Spanish Mackerel
- Sweet Egg
- Golden Eye Snapper
If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, be sure to try out some of their more interesting menu items such as the octopus sashimi or monkfish liver.
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Tomomi Sushi and Sake Bar
A lot of establishments offer sushi as a menu category but not Tomomi Sushi and Saki Bar. In fact, sushi is all they do and they feature sushi items across nine pages of their extensive menu. While Tomomi does offer other options like soups and salads, everything ties back to sushi in some way. What’s even better is they complete your Japanese dining experience by offering a large sake selection. If you’ve never tried pairing the perfect sake with your sushi of choice, they’ll be happy to help you find something you’re going to love.
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Z Sushi and Grill
Z Sushi and Grill doesn’t do sushi exclusively. You’ll find other menu items like salads, noodles, and Bento here and their sushi roll selection, while delicious, is a bit limited. Where Z Sushi really shines, though, is their extensive sashimi selection. It’s worth noting that sashimi is for the most adventurous of food lovers but, if you’re brave enough to try it, you’re going to fall in love and come back for more. A few of the standard sashimi items you’ll find here include:
- Albacore
- Golden Snapper
- Halibut
- Japanese Mackerel
- Crab
For the most daring of people, be sure to check out options like:
- Freshwater Eel
- Monk Fish Liver
- Octopus
- Salmon Eggs
- Sea Urchin
Some of these sound downright strange but, as any true sushi lover will tell you, once you’ve tried them you simply can’t help but go back for more. Of course, if you’re not feeling particularly brave, their standard sushi menu should suit you just fine.
If you’ve never tried sushi before, it certainly can’t hurt to try out the best options first. And if you’re among the growing number of people that simply can’t get enough of this Japanese favorite, these three sensational sushi joints will have you coming back for more time and time again.
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