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Japanese, Sushi, Asian, Street Food
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Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
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Reviewed December 13, 2023 via mobile

Visited Aji this evening for their advertised "25% off". Considering we were one of only 5 groups of people in the restaurant at the start of our meal, the service was pretty slow. It took quite a while to receive cocktails as well as our...starters. The food was decent; they have some interesting creations, and the raw fish is decent quality. The end of the evening was VERY disappointing however. Even after having confirmed the special they were running, our bill came out at full price. We were able to get a manager to adjust the ticket, but she was shockingly rude about it.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed December 13, 2023 via mobile

I ordered the jumbo shrimp with Garlic noodles. The Shrimp were the biggest ones I’ve ever seen. I didn’t think until later to ask if they were Farmed or from the Ocean. They were lightly battered but it was blah. A nice dipping sauce would...have been nice. The Garlic noodles were delicious! I tried a glass of the least expensive Red Wine, Sobon, and enjoyed it. I gave a 4 star because we stood at the front waiting to be seated for a long time and the couple in front of us gave up and sat at the Bar.More

Date of visit: December 2023
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Reviewed August 18, 2023

Been here many times both for lunch and dinner. Both are always great and the owner Russell Okubo is super attentive to guests. Always something new and inventive on the menu. Get the lunch bowl with protein for lunch or pot stickers and poke tacos...for dinner.More

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed June 1, 2023 via mobile

Great place for a relaxing lunch or dinner. Sushi rolls are great and the menu can provide choices for folks who don’t like sushi. Great bar and great happy hour.

Date of visit: May 2023
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Reviewed January 26, 2023

My wife and I tried Aji for the first time last week. We were blown away by the food and the service from Tina. She gave us excellent recommendations (don't skip their tuna melt!) and was very attentive and friendly. We will certainly be back!

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed December 31, 2022

Average food, slow service, strange menu, and overpriced. The menu was all over the place. Fish and chips? If you have hopes for traditional Japanese cuisine you can do better than this place. The maki roll which I ordered was good but not memorable. The...tempura udon was just average. A small child's avocado roll was $14 which seems overpriced.More

Date of visit: December 2022
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Reviewed April 20, 2020

Excellent Service and even better food and cocktails. Haikaido Scallops, standard raw and hamachi jalapeno are amazing.

Date of visit: March 2020
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Reviewed February 24, 2020 via mobile

We had brunch. Nice oysters and sushi. My wife had veggie tempura. Nice bar too! We go a lot. And will go back.

Date of visit: February 2020
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Reviewed November 30, 2019 via mobile

I really wanted to fall in love with this place. The service is outstanding, their waitstaff is not only courteous, they’re extremely knowledgeable of their product; from drinks to food they’ll lead you in a good direction. Their drinks are fantastic. The location is perfect,...ambience is great. Their food is good, but it is average in my opinion and just doesn’t hit it out of the ball park for me. But a great place to have a meal nonethelessMore

Date of visit: December 2019
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Reviewed November 15, 2019 via mobile

Really great dining experience! The food was excellent w/ well blended flavors, sushi very fresh, and excellent presentation. Our server Chris, was attentive but not intrusive, friendly and and made a good suggestion about a lighter soy sauce, which enhanced the sashimi. He made sure...we got our orders in before the end of Happy Hour. Pleasant, spacious atmosphere. We were thoroughly pleased. And when we said it was a birthday dinner, Chris rushed to get a dessert out to us (at no charge) before we left to get to a movie. Servings were good size and prices were appropriate. We have put it on the top of our list for sushi and for service!!!More

Date of visit: November 2019
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Reviewed November 5, 2019

This is my go to restaurant for sushi. The staff are friendly and care about good service and can usually deliver it. Tasty mixed drinks and they are welcoming to our service dog which is wonderful!

Date of visit: September 2019
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Reviewed September 1, 2019 via mobile

I am a regular “eater” at Aji and am so for many reasons. The qualities of everything delivered to you by highly trained waitstaff is at minimum superb. From the taste profiles of the Chef to the tastefully knowledgeable servers. This is a successful voyage...into a gastronomic world seldom seen or experienced! Thank you to all of my friends there!More

Date of visit: September 2019
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Reviewed August 27, 2019 via mobile

Very nice Bistro with great Happy Hour bar menu and drink selections. Variety was exceptional and good quality. Was only slightly disappointed in the fatty sections served in the Tuna appetizer. The pork belly and rib appetizers were really quite good. I will be back...for Happy Hour and also to enjoy the regular dinner menu! Great atmosphere!More

Date of visit: August 2019
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Reviewed July 23, 2019 via mobile

I must admit, I visit Aji at least 3-4 times a month for lunch. The reason: it's a great place, pure and simple! If you like fresh seafood such as sushi rolls, sashimi or oysters on the half shell, you'll have some of the best...El Dorado Hils has to offer. If that's not quite your style, the other options such as the sweet grilled ribeye or their "signature" meat dish, the Big Hawaiian, are sure to hit the spot! The staff are always great and the bartenders really know how to create some outstanding (and creative) cocktails. If you haven't had the chance to drop in, I highly recommend you make the time...I really think you'll enjoy it!More

Date of visit: July 2019
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Reviewed July 2, 2019

Our visit to Aji Japanese Bistro was a wonderful experience during Happy Hour. Our prepared appetizers were presented and prepared properly. Our cocktails, beverages and wines were cool and delicious. The service was very attentive, professional and personable. Thank you.

Date of visit: June 2019
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  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4
  • Atmosphere: 4