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I was passing where my old favorite Chinese restaurant used to be in Village Crossing when I found this place replaced it. My first impression with the decor and feel: very ""earthy"" toned. It felt like I was in a Japanese garden with bamboo and wood designs all over the place with the walls painted with earth toned colors. The music they played was this techno/lounge music which didn't bother me. The greeting, however, not so well. The lady that did not greet me didn't think I belong there in my casual wear, as if I was lost in the mall or something. But I was seated anyway. Even more no-nos followed when the waitress informed me they were out of menus (mind you it was lunch and ONLY about a dozen people in there). So, they gave me their take home menu to look off of. The more disappointed I became when I found out one order of sushi meant 1 piece (and only about a finger-width in size too). Heck, for the price they charged for the various sushi I could get 2 pieces in another place I frequent. The roles are small too, decorative but small. Although, I do give them props for making various ""dragon"" rolls. I also ordered the salmon teriyaki lunch box which didn't come in a traditional bento lunch box. Instead, it is served to you on 1 square plate divided into 4 sections served pretty lukewarm (salad, fried rice, salmon, and vegetables). Their miso soup tasted like know how it should be, but in a very small cup (not a bowl). I asked for sake, but they did not have a liquor license at the time. Needless to say, my first visit didn't go so well. But that doesn't mean I wasn't impressed. I'd say this is a good place for that ""neo-Japanese"" cuisine, high in creativity and decoration. It also looks like it would be a good date place or for small group outings as well, just don't expect a filling meal. But, they have to improve on the quality of food and service (and get that license) or they may be short lived.
Pros: Very decorative, Neo-Japanese cuisine, date and small group place
Cons: Servings were SMALL, no liquor license, not enough menus, food somewhat blan and lukewarm, coustomer service needs MAJOR improvement
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