Shinano has no competitors when it comes to authentic tasting Japanese food in Cleveland. I wouldn't want to be caught at the other ones. We try other Japanese restaurants when we hear one has opened, but always return to Shinano.
We always order the Volcano Roll (crabstick and avocado topped with scallop, octopus, tobiko & mayonnaise -- heavenly!) and a random maki that we happen to be in the mood for. My husband loves their sukiyaki and never deviates. I love their salmon teriyaki teishoku, tendon, unajyu, tanuki udon, I could go on... The bean sprout side and salad dressing are wonderful, too!
Another great thing about this place is that you can order Japanese food that is not on the menu. I've gone to a few "Japanese" restaurants where I was unable to order something as simple as gyudon because the kitchen didn't know what it was.
Pros: Authentic, Excellent service, Great value
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