The Sushi Roku empire was built out in Los Angeles, but the trendy vibe was transported across state lines to be featured in their Las Vegas location. The third floor digs inside the Forum Shops at Caesar's Palace provide expansive views of the Strip. Being only a few flights above ground, you are able to enjoy the towering lights of the hotels, as well as the entertaining antics happening on the busy street. The dim lighting and Asian-inspired decor make Sushi Roku a seductive spot. However, the high ceilings and open dining room can get quite loud when full of larger parties. (Our meal was continuously disrupted by a rowdy birthday celebration.)\n\nSince we were grabbing a late dinner, we decided to opt for some light courses. I ordered the Mixed Sashimi Salad, which was a mound of fresh field greens topped with radish slices and served over thinly cut raw fish. The platter included tuna, salmon, yellowtail, and more. A snappy ginger vinaigrette was drizzled over the dish, providing a gentle spicing. Each piece of fish was light, fresh, and tender. I also sampled their Eel Avocado Roll, which contained eel slices so warm that the maki easily fell apart, one of my pet peeves. My friend ordered the special Katana Roll. The massive portion contained about 10-12 slices of a mixed spicy tuna and shrimp tempura maki, topped with tuna and yellowtail slices. It was a fantastic concoction that she reminisced about for days.\n\nMany hip Japanese spots that provide fun atmospheres and innovative cooking styles, such as Nobu, often do not provide the same food quality as more traditional spots. However, Sushi Roku scores 4 stars on all of points - style, creativity, and taste.
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