Nearly lost in the behemoth-of-a-shopping complex it?s tucked away in, Japanese fun-house Shoya Izakaysa endlessly nails the execution of its scores of dishes. Try as many small(ish) sized plates your stomach and/or wallet can bear. From simple grilled head-on shrimp to the omelet-and-pork dish that is literally moving when it hits your table (tobiko flakes seemingly dance before your eyes), you will rarely, if ever, miss. The pages of unique sochu cocktails should be thumbed over carefully for a playful change of pace from the usual martini, which is the main point of this restaurant; taking the norm, and standing it on it?s head.
Pros: Super fresh fish, playful dishes, young crowd
Cons: Eating alone or as a duo dampens the excitement of trying on
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