Izumi sushi — Restaurant in Christchurch

I've visited this place approximately 10 times, and there are several reasons why I continue to come here:

Sushi: Many Japanese restaurants are nearby, but quite a few skimp on the main ingredients and use too much rice to save costs. However, this place is generous with its ingredients, resulting in excellent taste and nutrition.

Tonkatsu (Pork Cutlet): Tonkatsu is like the highlight of Japanese restaurants, and this place doesn't disappoint. They use generous portions of quality ingredients, and their signature menu item, the Cordon Bleu Katsu with mozzarella cheese, is a MUST-TRY! The homemade dressing in the salad is also delicious.

Udon: I've tried udon at many places, but this place's udon noodles are top-notch. They remind me of Sanuki udon, a famous style from Kagawa Prefecture in Japan, with a delightful chewy texture that's hard to beat.

Karaage (Fried Chicken): I'm a chicken enthusiast, and many places in CHCH make fried chicken with overly thick coatings just for appearance. This place, however, serves chicken with a balanced coating, less grease, and outstanding flavour. It seems they frequently change the oil, so you always get fresh chicken.

Beverages: The drink prices here are reasonable, which is a relief compared to other establishments. I wonder if it's because there's a supermarket nearby. I hope they maintain this affordability.

Service: If you're not looking for excessive fine dining service, the staff and the owner here are incredibly friendly and welcoming. The moment you step in, they greet you with a smile. I've never had a single complaint about their service during all my visits.

I look forward to new menu items in the future while hoping that the existing dishes...

We had the Teriyaki Chicken and Katsu Chicken Bowls with a side of King Prawns.

The place was nice, clean and absolutely adorable. We dined in and took in the atmosphere as we ate the tasty food. Both bowls had some nice flavour to them. The teriyaki chicken with its fried up veges was definitely a great combination with the greens and rice. The Katsu chicken had the same with a different sauce but the chicken was so tender and easy to bite through, just melted in the mouth. The King Prawns came with what seemed to be a tartar sauce maybe but either way they complimented each other.

There's plenty of parking space. Being near countdown and other stores.

Will definitely be stopping by again as I'd love to try their...

Honestly, a hidden Gem! 💎 We came because the reviews were so good. Once arrived I wasn't very impressed by the decor. It's kinda like a store/takeout with a little section were you can sit as well. Once seated quite cosy.

MAN, were we surprised by the quality and flavours of the sushi! And so fresh!

We are very picky when it comes to sushi but this place has some amazing sushi! You can not beat the price value here! We had 3 platters, (well sized) 24 pcs total for $40! Amazing. Best sushi I have ever had for that price. Sad I don't live here I would become a regular

Keep it up!!

SUSHI ROLLS: Salmon avocado Salmon cream cheese Crispy prawn

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