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đ Sushi Man: Newtonâs Beloved Japanese EateryâBack and Better Than Ever My college-era favorite Japanese diner just reopened, and I couldnât be more thrilled. The space is fresh and bright, but the soul of it? Still perfect. The Taiwanese owner and her Japanese chef husband are as warm as ever, making every visit feel like coming home. đł The Must-Order Classics Beef Donburi 𼊠⢠A forever staple. Generous heaps of tender beef smothered in savory sauce, served with korokke (croquettes), gyoza, and a marinated egg. Itâs hugeâsmall appetites could split it (or save half for later). Cheap, hearty, and so satisfying. Grilled Beef Tongue & Eel Donburi đ ⢠A new discovery, and wowâwhat a combo. The beef tongue is melt-in-your-mouth tender with a slight char, doused in rich teriyaki thatâs sweet without being cloying. The eel? Buttery and smoky, pairing surprisingly well with the tongue. Each bite is a balance of salty, sweet, and umamiâtotal comfort food. đŁ The Sushi: Solid, Not Spectacular We added a sushi platter to "be safe," and while itâs nothing groundbreaking, itâs fresh and filling. The portions are massive (great value), making it a solid pick if youâre starving. đ Why Itâs a Gem Location: 34 Jackson St, Newtonâconvenient for Babson folks or anyone craving no-fuss Japanese comfort food. Vibe: Cozy, with that "mom-and-pop" warmth thatâs hard to find. The owners remember regulars, and it shows. Sushi Manâs comeback is a win for Bostonâs dining scene. Whether youâre here for the beef donburi or the surprising tongue-eel combo, itâs clearâsome things (like great food and kind people) never change. #BostonJapanese #ComfortFood #NewtonEats #DinerVibes