I was hungry, alone at home and it was my birthday. I had a terrible week and so I was in a birthday funk and appreciate that they didn't add to it (see last review- I was a bit miffed). \n\nI came on a good day because the fish quality was definitely better this visit than the last. I didn't have one that made me not order another thinking \"ew, that's past it's prime\". Yellowtail, \"super white tuna\" were definitely the stars this visit. I had their scallop nigiri and it's interesting...small scallops light mayo and masago instead of straight up slice of a big scallop with lemon that I've had before. The mayo was light enough that you can still taste the flavor of the scallops though.\n\nI'm not a roll person and definitely today I felt that trying out the Joe's Special....I don't get it. I just think the crunch of tempura is lost when the sauce is doused on it. \n\nAppetizers- this time I tried popcorn calamari. Pretty good little bites with panko and sweet/spicy mayo duo. Also ordered yakitori and baked mussels. \n\nSushi chef is really attentive and rolls out the orders. He handed me an order and would usually ask, \"okay, what's next?\" Good thing, I guess, considering the time limit is observed here. I suppose it wouldn't be too fair if you're sitting waiting for service and they cut you off. It balances each other out, unless you love to sit and eat slow. I don't- give me that food I hungry! \n\nI still don't think this will be a regular spot for AYCE even though it's down the street. It's a treat for me, I have a special spot for it. Still, I appreciate it's here and it started off my day marginally better than the past few disastrous days. For that and better quality this vist, kudos in a star bump.
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