Sushi, Appetizers, Drinks and a Decent Size Atmosphere. A few weeks back we wrote the “Grand Re-Opening Walk-Around” for Sushi Excellent (To read it use: Top Navigation [Staten Island-> Grand Openings]). Well here we have finally tried this restaurant sitting at the new lounge area. Felt really unique and somewhere we can go to enjoy Sushi and a few drinks for Happy Hour. This is that spot which offers a great variety of cocktails (Strawberry mojitos for the Girl, Lece mojitos for the guy?), and many more great items. The bartender has created great drinks. Now let’s head onto the review:
The Appetizer: We have enjoyed the Duck Salad greatly (This was one of the reason we used to patronize this place before they renovated). It was greatly prepared and the presentation was excellent which included a side of apples and the duck was on top of the salad. The portion was a (Medium-Large) size and would be enough to feed a single person.
The Sushi:This is (Sushi Excellent): So the Sushi better be good! Sushi Excellent has a large Sushi menu, which includes all the regular items such as (California Rolls, Alaska Rolls and all the other basic stuff) for very decent prices (3 Rolls for 13.00 -> Somewhere in that price range)… But the menu also offers many specialties rolls which makes this place shine (of course, these are a bit pricey [$13+ per Roll], but this is the reason people will come here. These specialty rolls are simply delicious. Many house specialties include (Fantastic Eel Roll, Two Way Dragon Roll) and a few others, be sure to view the menu (Link).
The Service: The service was great, Fast, simple to order and easy to communicate. (This place was not too busy the day we reviewed it, so of course this may change if you visit on a busy day…)
The Dessert: What is a Sushi Place (Japanese) have that’s great for dessert? Ah, my favorite Fried Ice Cream. And yes like everything else, it is simply delicious.Fried Ice Cream of Sushi Excellent.
The Atmosphere: Even though the atmosphere is very fine and unique, there are a few furniture problems (Hopefully it’s fixed by now). The “Bar-Stools” bend forward for some reason and it feels like you are about to fall off the stool. Not all the stools did that, but from 2 of the 3 I tried have. The rest of the bar looks great, with a fine designed bar and very nice smooth lights surrounding it.
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Well I couldn’t say this is a “Fushimi Competitor” the bar is very small and the lounge area is not as large. Although if the restaurant decided to convert the front portion of the restaurant and move the tables out of the way, then it is a possibility.