Tired of going to the same old places for date nights? Looking for a unique restaurant to take friends or family to? If you’re searching for a nice meal out, especially something different from the typical American meat and potatoes establishments, a sushi restaurant may be just what you need.
Why go to a sushi restaurant in your area? Here are three things that some of the best sushi bars should have on order for you and your dinner guests:
Traditional Ingredients
Sushi is made from rice and several other ingredients. Although many people refer to fish as sushi, the rice itself is actually where it gets its name from. Sushi dishes can contain vegetables, raw fish, seaweed, sesame seeds, tempura, tofu, and any other ingredients. Not all types of sushi are served in a roll, though: some varieties are served as balls of rice topped with fish or they may come in tofu pockets, seaweed wraps, or other forms. Wasabi, or a horseradish paste, and pickled ginger are usually server on the side with sushi, and it can usually be dipped in soy sauce to add flavor, too.
Innovative Menu Items
Even though sushi has a long history as a traditional Japanese dish, many of the best sushi restaurants are also always trying to create something new. Some will use special ingredients involving all kinds of fresh seafood — maybe even something you didn’t think to try before. Some fine sushi restaurants will cater to vegetarian and vegan diners, so they might offer several unique vegetable sushi choices. If you have any other food preferences or allergies, ask your server for suggestions.
Professional Service
One of the things that many people love about going to good sushi restaurants is that they get to see their food prepared right in front of them. Some sushi bars will also take orders throughout the visit in case anyone would like to try a different variety of sushi. However, sushi is usually made to order, so be patient as you wait for the chef to complete your dish. The ingredients take time to prepare so you’ll have a well-made meal that will be worth the wait.
Have you been to any good sushi restaurants lately? Tell us what you like to order in the comments.