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What People Are Saying About Kiku Sushi Restaurant
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The Scene – Sushi places may have become a dime a dozen in Baltimore, but this small Federal Hill restaurant draws a loyal following. Photographs of regulars decorate the light-paneled walls, and much of the largely young professional crowd knows owner Paul Yang by name. From behind a long sushi bar adorned with Japanese fans, lanterns and origami, Yang personally serves up colorful sushi selections. – – The Food – Though the standard selections of nigiri and maki are reliably fresh, Kiku really excels with its chef's special maki menu. The Dynamite--a large, vibrantly…
06/06/09
Best Sushi in Balitmore
by steveleestandrews at Citysearch
My friend and I are in Baltimore for a week long conference. We are both lovers of Japanese Sushi food..and were keen to find an authentic Japanese Sushi place in town. Kiku sushi has not disappointed us at all. The ingredient i.e. freshness, taste and quantity are all above average. I have been to quite a number of japanese restaurants myself. This place ranks 8/10 ...with the authentic and home warming setup..it deserves to be the best sushi place in Baltimore...
- Pros: Good Food, Great Service and authentic Japanese
04/16/08
Best Sushi Hands Down!!!
by Sdragon7 at Citysearch
I have been to many sushi restaurants around Baltimore, Towson and Annapolis. I have also eaten sushi in Korea and at authentic Japanese restaurants in New York and Philly. Kiku Sushi compares to the best Japanese Sushi I have tried. The rice is perfectly seasoned and not hard and dry like many places. The portions are not skimpy what-so-ever, and the taste is fantastic. I have gotten to where I compare other sushi places to Kiku when I am out of town. The simply just make me look forward to getting back to Baltimore! So many places serve you rolls with flavorless, dry rice that can stand up to sitting in the soy sauce bowl and still holding its form. Who wants that? Kiku's rolls melt in your mouth with the perfect consistency and flavor! And the Sunomono... other places can take a lesson from Kiku. When I lived in Annapolis, I would drive up just for that! Now, the kitchen chef doesnt speak english, and the sushi chef takes his time to make each plate with perfection, but when you are waiting for art, you can not rush it. It is completely worth the wait!!! Oh, and the lunch specials will keep you coming back!!! Large, tasty, outrageously inexpensive and filling! Mmmmmm!
- Pros: Tasty, inexpensive, generous, filling portions!
- Cons: You might have to wait a bit, but hey, its art!
08/20/07
Best Sushi in Federal Hill
by fedhillguy at Citysearch
I've lived in Federal Hill for 3 years and while there are many good sushi choices in the neighborhood - Kiku is definitely the best of those choices. The atmosphere, while a bit stereotypical, is cozy and the family that owns the restaurant are very friendly. The sushi chef can be slow at times, but its well worth the wait. I am not a huge sushi fan myself, but my girlfriend is - so we do eat there quite often and I am often pleasantly surprised that I like rolls at Kiku I previously was not a fan of at other sushi restaurants.
- Pros: Best sushi around, very friendly staff
- Cons: Can be slow at times
The Details on Kiku Sushi Restaurant
The Extras:
Even vegetarians can enjoy this sushi spot, with options like the perfectly salted edamame, the crisp and flavorful vegetable tempura and the zesty fried tofu roll.
Save Money:
At lunchtime, Kiku offers the full sushi and sashimi menu at specially reduced prices.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Romantic Dining, Quiet, Dine At The Bar
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
