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First time, great experience @ Shinsen. In photo, we got the Waterfront, Geisha and Rainbow Rolls along with the Sake flight with the sample that had hints of cookie dough (for real for real). Finished the evening with the Espresso & Chocolate Martinis. Sushi was clean n fresh. Same for the cucumber salad w/crab. Very cool spot with a great atmosphere. The lamp on our table could be dimmed and had multiple colors. Will try the Smoked Shinsen Old Fashion next time.
… moreCrystal F
Our server went above to deliver us an amazing experience, including a delicious mocktail and zero proof beer for Dry January. The rolls are much bigger than most and you can taste the quality!
You won’t find spicy mayo on these rolls, just delicious rice and fish. It did take a bit long to get everything to come out so take that into consideration if you are in a rush or very hungry 🙂 it was worth every bite!
… moreAshley Perry
My overall experience here was really enjoyable. The staff was friendly and attentive and the food was great. I had a variety of sushi rolls and everything tasted well prepared and thoughtfully made. The Amelia was hands down my favorite drink (if you like tequila). You can tell that a lot of care goes into both the food and the drinks here. If you’re looking for high quality sushi and great drinks with friendly service ShinSen Sushi & Lounge is definitely worth checking out.
… moreChad Kisamore
We came late in the evening and were welcomed in.The restaurant is beautiful and intimate. Paul our server went above and beyond with his service and hospitality. I had the veggie temaki and samurai roll, both of which were expertly crafted by the two men working behind the counter. The prickly Pear margarita was sublime with just the right amount of sweetness. A huge thank you for a wonderful dining experience!
… moreWilliam B
We sat in the lounge/bar which felt swanky and nice. I’ve been eating sushi for 35 years and I can safely say this is some of the best quality fish I have ever come across. I’m a huge hamachi fan and their hamachi toro made my head explode. It was stellar!
My wife got the waterfront roll and I got the Miller roll. I appreciate the fact their rolls feature the fish front and center and aren’t completely covered in eel sauce or spicy mayo. The shrimp in my roll was incredibly flavorful and not a flavor you’d expect to jump out at you. Her roll was amazing as well.
Our tuna hand rolls were also perfect. Lots of fish and fresh ingredients within. Overall, we were blown away at the nigiri, rolls, and hand rolls.
The gal we had serving us was incredibly friendly and great to chat with. The staff here seems so down to earth and kind. Really good vibes in that place. Overall, we were absolutely blown away. This is a high quality place that is worth every penny. Good luck going back to regular sushi after trying what they offer! Thank you guys again. We will be back soon!
… moreChristian G
I’ve eaten sashimi for most of my life – across hundreds of casual spots and high-end counters, in both the U.S. and Japan. The style and creativity of an itamae (板前) (sushi chef) can vary, but one thing doesn’t: sashimi is a craft built on meticulous preparation and care.
Tonight, on a Saturday dinner service, I experienced something I have never encountered before: a bone left in a piece of salmon toro sashimi.
To be clear, I understand fish have pin bones. The issue isn’t that bones exist – it’s that a restaurant charging premium prices served sashimi with one still in it. That’s not a “whoops,” it’s a basic quality-control miss and a potential choking hazard. At this level, precision is the minimum standard.
The front-of-house staff handled it politely and was receptive when I showed them the bone, and I appreciate that. But what disappointed me most was the complete lack of accountability from the kitchen. No chef came out to acknowledge what happened, inspect the issue, or offer a direct apology – just a small discount through the server.
And that’s where this feels especially out of step: Japanese culinary culture isn’t just about the food – it’s about pride in the craft, humility, and ownership when something falls short. If you’re presenting this as an upscale sushi experience, the expectation is not only excellent ingredients, but the level of care and accountability that traditionally comes with it. Tonight missed that mark in a way that’s frankly insulting for a restaurant positioning itself at this caliber.
… moreJamie Kwiatkowski
Shinsen was so accommodating to our group! That alone we appreciated! The prickly pear margarita was so visually appealing and tasted AMAZING!! The Geisha roll and every roll we had at our table was amazing!!! But wanted to highlight our customer service experience with Paul! He was the host with the mostest! He went above and beyond to take care of us and had such a fun personality! Will be back! 🙂
… moreCanary Ly
Very cute ambiance, definitely on the pricier side of sushi. Sashimi was very fresh! We splurged and got the Otoro (tuna belly) and the Uni (sea urchin). We loved it all. The scallop roll was okay but flavorless (no additional flavor to the rice I don’t think, or any sort of sauce). Server was friendly and helpful, although generally it would be nice for a restaurant that exudes an air of elegance to have clean table under the soy sauce and to make sure the vessels of soy sauce to be cleaned and filled between guests. Our drinks were very good but did take some time to come out.
… moreRachael Yonko
We had an amazing experience here tonight for Valentine’s Day. My son in law and daughter blessed me with a night out. So delicious. We ordered Waterfront, Geisha, Green Dragon, Miller and Samurai Rolls. We loved the Miller, Green Dragon and our favorite was the Geisha.
… moreLiz B
Wow!!! Truly unforgettable experience the type that makes you want to go back even if you’re not debating sushi bc the team is so good. Amelia, maya, daniel, dennis, everyone sorry if I didn’t include your name was above and beyond. Not to mention amelia and maya are so brogue they deserve to be on the ads or something being their face justice!!! 10/10 experience
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