Tsunami Sushi Lafayette — Restaurant in Lafayette

Every time I visit Lafayette I go and have sushi here. It's the best I've ever had anywhere. My friend and I like to sit at the bar so we can see all the magic happen. They are always a packed house but the wait is worth it. I never have to wait more than 10 minutes for a seat, but I've never gone with a big party either. They are very personable and even if you have a waiter, there are others who will attend you. I've had other waiters come by to pick up plates, fill our drinks, and even ask how we're doing. The food is worth every penny. I had just come back from a trip to Florida where a sushi restaurant was awarded for the best sushi, and despite it being good sushi, it still does not compare to Tsunami. Tsunami is on a different scale of greatness. For starters we had the squid salad. They have the best squid salad. They do not skimp out on the squid either, unlike other restaurants. These are the rolls we tried. The one on the left with the orange rue is Father Calai. The one below it is the Dynamite Roll (I ate one before I took the picture). The next plate is the Bon Temp Roll (with crawfish), Hung Lo (center), and Don Tuan (topped with avocado slices). We used eel sauce and mayonnaise as alternative dipping sauces (in addition to soy sauce). Even their ginger slices are delicious and were readily consumed. We finished our meal with mochi ice cream. How we had room is beyond me. My friend and I were pleasantly stuffed. I wish I could bring this restaurant with me to Texas. I would recommend it to everyone. Thank you again, Eric, for accommodating us so well. And you too, Chris. You are the fastest sushi roller. And thank you to our waiter, David, for making sure we were well...

The team has a lot of heart, but is fighting an up-hill battle. If ownership does not assume more of a hands-on executive role, I’m afraid the Tsunami we’ve known and loved for over 2 decades will wither to a memory. They would probably do well to drop the bottom 1/3 of their menu and focus on executing the top 2/3 with greater excellence and speed. To their benefit, they have recently moved back to the good ol’ days of a paper bar menu vs. the frustrating QR codes of a Covid era that ultimately land you either on the wrong page or, at best, an outdated listing where your favourite selection may not even be available.

All in all, they remain the premier sushi nite out in Lafayette— though, it is clear that the energy has diminished likely due to a tightening of policies such as staff no longer being offered a shift drink.

I recommend: Haiku (with gin instead of the standard tequila), Drink Spicy Edamame, Appetizer Nigiri dinner (fully dressed is key), Entrée Candy Cane, Roll Chocolate Tsunami (definitely mention to your server if you’re...

Came in to Fayetteville with my wife and service dog. 🐕‍🦺 The receptionist looked at us funny and walked away..She came back and said that they do not allow dogs..We showed her the receptionist Mr. Turbo's service dog certificate. She said that they have an area that they allow dogs and put us in a side room..I ask for the manager. Boy was that a mistake, she could care less if I am a cancer survivor and Mr. Turbo is a service dog or not. I explained that we take him to fine restaurants all over the world and have not ever been harassed about home before. Last week we were at Bob's steak and chophouse at the Omni in Oklahoma City. The manager and staff took photos with him. I told her that I was going to file harassment charges and she said that she didn't care and basically challenged that I would do it. So everyone that has family members that are cancer survivors and folks that love services dogs. Stay clear or the embarrassment of an establishment. Shame on her. We drove down the street to Oksana and they had no problem with the...