Miya Sushi — Restaurant in Jacksonville

First time and last time at Miya. I was looking forward to checking out a different all you can eat sushi place. The Japanese ambiance was nice, but I wasn't impressed by the service or menu.

I went for a weekday lunch. For $14.99 per person all you can eat I thought that was a great deal. I ordered a Thai Tea bubble tea for $5.50 extra. When it arrived, I took one sip and knew that it wasn't boba. It was harder and not round like the traditional tapioca pearls. I asked the waiter what kind of boba this was and she called over another female employee who spoke English. I asked her if this was boba and she said yes. Then I asked her what kind it was and she told me that it was jelly and that they were actually out of tapioca. A few moments later when the English speaking emoloyee asked if I needed anything else I told her that I didn't like my bubble tea because it wasn't what I was expecting. She told me well you already tried it so now it's basura (which means trash in Spanish) and I pointed to her table top beverage menu to let her know that it advertised bubble tea and that it should also state that they are out of tapioca pearls. Also, I had to taste it in order to know that it wasn't tapioca. Although she gave me attitude, I wasn't charged for the bubble tea. Our original non-English speaking waitress was attentive and cleared our empty dishes and refilled our drinks as needed without being asked.

The sushi was average. Publix has better sushi to be honest. We drove 23 minutes to eat here and I wouldn't recommend it for sushi or bubble tea lol. The green tea ice cream was excellent though! For sushi and service, I would recommend Rainbow Sushi on Beach Blvd instead.

Also, it's worth nothing that nigiri or sashimi is not offered on the lunch AYCE buffet menu which I think is a disservice to customers as other sushi places offer it. For dessert, they only serve green tea ice cream (they offered red bean ice cream before according to...

On a tranquil Saturday afternoon around 4:30, we stumbled upon Miya Sushi, a gem in Jacksonville's culinary crown. One step inside, and we were greeted by a delightful ambiance, reminiscent of a pristine Japanese haven. Every staff member had a genuine smile, extending the kind of warmth that makes one feel like a regular, even on a first visit.

Their extensive menu left us spoilt for choice. With an all-you-can-eat option and à la carte delicacies, Miya Sushi dazzles with an array of offerings. Now, if you're skeptical about all-you-can-eat sushi spots compromising on quality, think again. The finesse with which each fish piece was presented, bursting with authentic flavors, made me a believer. Their sushi transcends the mundane – try the spicy tuna nigiri, a revelation that had our taste buds dancing.

Speaking of revelations, let's talk about that Miso soup! Far from the generic, off-the-shelf taste, theirs was a hearty bowl of warmth, filled with chunky vegetables, and onions that add depth, making every sip an exploration of genuine Japanese flavors.

The pièce de résistance, though, was their green tea ice cream. Its texture resembled soft clouds with the finest crystals, an experience so luxurious it could almost be mistaken for a handmade treat from the streets of Kyoto.

Constant drink refills, immaculate tables, and cozy booths enhanced the overall dining adventure. One can't help but feel Miya Sushi remains one of Jacksonville's best-kept secrets. From the salmon, tuna, mackerel to the red clam and eel, everything is a testament to their commitment to freshness.

In conclusion, Miya Sushi isn't just a dining spot; it's an experience. Jacksonville, if you're seeking sushi that resonates with your soul and makes you yearn for more, this is it. I'm bookmarking Miya Sushi as a weekly ritual, and I wholeheartedly believe it's among the top contenders for the best sushi in town. Dive in and let the flavors do...

Highly recommended. Our very first visit and we really enjoyed the food. I was expecting a buffet since it is all you can eat but they serve you at the table. The menu is confusing to say the least. It is presented as two sheets of paper: one for sushi and sashimi with the other for kitchen orders. The orders are written on the paper and the waitress collects them. Nothing on the menu shows the price but both sheets of paper say it is all you can eat but don't waste food. I wish I took a picture of it because it was worded in an intimidating way. My wife and I read both menus and were worried about ordering too much. By the way, the price is $18.99 per person.

Thankfully the portions were small so we could try several things. However my wife was confused by the sushi menu and recieved two cucumber avocado when she was expecting two pieces. That's 12 pieces! While we ate most of the food she wasn't able to eat all the cucumber avocado rolls. The waitress pointed out that we had leftover food even after we explained that we misunderstood the menu.

We chalked the episode up to language and cultural differences and shook it off. We look at it as training and our next visit will be much less daunting.

As for the food itself it was excellent! Here is what we ordered: Gyoza - excellent 3 pieces Calamari - good but small pieces. Only the rings no tentacles. No sauce. Seafood soup - excellent broth was clear but full of flavor. It was like an intense clear soup. Pork katsu - excellent pork was thin but juicy and the pieces were cut into small bites. It came with a very nice dipping sauce. Sashimi: - very good not excellent but I have high standards for sashimi. I will definitely be getting more. Sushi - aside from the excess cucumber avocado rolls it was excellent in flavor and...