Woojung BYOB Restaurant and Sushi Bar — Restaurant in Plymouth Township

Looks can definitely be deceiving and that is definitely the case with the exterior of WooJung. This sushi restaurant is in an old shopping plaza with limited parking however when you walk in you feel like you’re being transported to Japan. I arrived for a late night weekday dinner on a rainy evening and there was only one other party seated at a table. My friend and I were immediately greeted handed menus and offered cold water. It is a fairly large space with many tables and beautiful art on the walls. The food was very fresh and beautifully presented. I had the shrimp tempura appetizer $11.95 that was perfectly fried and served with a few tempura vegetables. It was a difficulty decision selecting a roll, everything sounded so good and pretty interesting. With assistance from our waitress I decided to order a jalapeno business roll $19 (love the name!). It was very filling and contained very fresh fish.

I wanted to order a Japanese beer but learned the restaurant is BYOB.  There is a bar next door selling beer and spirits but I decided to just enjoy my meal with water.

If I’m in the area again, I would...

I am in the mood for sushi tonight. We first went to Bluefin but they were “reservations only”, so we came here, Woojung Sushi.

My first impression of Woojung is pretty decent. It’s a small restaurant but the vibe is cozy and intimate; interior design is tasteful. Although the restaurant was mostly empty, we could only sit at the sushi bar. The hostess said all tables have been reserved, but when we left, half of the tables were still empty, which bothers me a bit.

I had the “crowd favorite”—Kiss of Fire. It’s fun to watch them light a small fire on the tin wrap. I also ordered the simple $5 avocado roll, as I’m afraid that the kiss of fire alone may not be fulfilling. My husband had chicken and shrimp teriyaki—it comes with either salad or soup. The presentation of his dish is really good; I tried it and like the flavor too. Overall, I’m quite happy about the dining experience and would definitely come...

Woojung is our go-to sushi spot, a cozy family-owned gem where every visit feels like a warm hug. Living nearby, my husband and I make it a weekly ritual to treat ourselves to their incredible offerings.

I have yet to try something on their menu that is not delectably, mouthwatering. From the wasabi shumai to the delicious tuna tartare with a side of fluffy white rice, every bite is a taste of perfection. The spicy noodle soup, miso soup and California roll are my go-to comfort foods. The Ikaika (fried calamari) is a crispy, addictive delight. My favorite signature roll is the "Kiss of Death"-- a must try!

Whether you're a sushi enthusiast or seeking a cozy spot with great vibes, Woojung deserves five stars without a doubt!

P.S.: its BYOB + service is quick, if timing is ever of concern. They have a great lunch combo...