Tuson Japanese Cuisine Yamato | I was blown away by the sea urchins 🍣

Tucson’s Solid Sushi Spot: Yamato Japanese Restaurant – Fresh Eats with Standout Uni 🍣🇯🇵 Helmed by a skilled Japanese sushi chef, Yamato is a reliable pick for anyone craving Japanese cuisine. After a long break from sushi, we tried nearly every sashimi option—overall solid, with a few truly amazing surprises! ✨ What Works Well Experienced Chef: The Japanese master behind the sushi bar brings authenticity to the dishes, giving confidence in the preparation. Fresh Core Ingredients: Most sashimi and sushi are fresh, making it a great spot to satisfy cravings, even if some items don’t blow your mind. Standout Uni: The star of the meal—Japanese sea urchin has a rich, ice cream-like texture that melts in your mouth, with intense natural sweetness. A must-try for uni lovers! 🍣 Sushi & Sashimi Breakdown Chef’s Choice Shashimi #1 ($80): A decent spread with fresh fish, though not overly sweet or flavorful. Highlights include red snapper, tuna akami (lean tuna), and smoked salmon—perfect for casual cravings but don’t set high expectations. A La Carte Picks: Japanese Uni (Highly Recommended!): Creamy, sweet, and luxurious—easily the best item we ordered. Tuna Toro (Fatty Tuna): Disappointing. The fat didn’t melt in the mouth, and there were unremoved tendons. Amaebi (Sweet Shrimp): I enjoyed it, but my boyfriend noticed a slight fishy taste. Squid: Chewy like gum—texture was off, not enjoyable. Unagi (Eel): A safe, tasty option with classic sweet glaze. 🍜 Other Dishes Zaru Soba (Dipping Noodles): The buckwheat noodles are good, but the dipping sauce is underwhelming—tastes like diluted soy sauce. Tempura: Average at best. Fine for a quick snack but not worth going out of your way for. 📌 Practical Info 🏠 Name: Yamato Japanese Restaurant📍 Address: 857 E Grant Rd, Tucson, AZ 85719💡 Pro Tip: Come for the uni and sashimi platter if you’re craving fresh fish. Skip the squid and tempura for a better experience. #AZFoodie #TucsonEats #JapaneseFood #Sashimi #Sushi #Arizona #FoodieAdventures #UniLovers