From outside Kokoros lights look hip and inviting. Inside its less stylish. The decor is a mish-mosh of Asian and American. There are some interesting features; others befitting a fast-food joint. Signs throughout warn that the food is not traditional Japanese, its Tonys style: the chefs excuse for sub-par food. We started with an order of edamame. The soybeans seemed to go straight from the freezer to the bowl. Ive had edamame served chilled, slightly cooked and salted. At Kokoro it was served plain, partially frozen. My entree of Hibachi vegetables was tasty. My boyfriend complained his steak was not a good cut. All food is cooked in the kitchen, viewable from most tables. Menu prices are consistent with other Japanese steakhouses; however Kokoro is not as classy as its competition. Paying $16 for an entree when your waitress is dressed in jeans and a t-shirt doesnt feel right.
Pros: hip clientele, large menu, sushi bar
Cons: overpriced, tacky atmosphere, sub-par food
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