666084 Tue Nov 10 10:17:44 -0800 2009 13 57 Western Canada 0 5170255 We used to go to Sumo's for the AYCE but they've renovated and moved away from that concept So just wondering if anyone has been to an AYCE sushi place that is good. We also know of the Sushi BBQ inn on the 16th but we didn't quite like it. Any tips? Tue Nov 10 10:17:44 -0800 2009 244710 chewy_bakah 1 5170713 My husband swears by the Sushi Ichiban on Macleod Trail S. He's a big fan of the ginger chicken there as well as the rolls. Tue Nov 10 12:42:36 -0800 2009 5170255 247006 Booques 2 5197252 The buffet is $23 for Mon- Thurs and $26 for the weekend. It's half price for children 3-9 years old. The food was mediocre ie heavily battered greasy tempura, cloudy salty miso soup to ok maki rolls ie dynamite but what really turned me off was the personal hygiene of the chefs. The chefs are at the back of the resturant and you can see them from the tables if you are facing them. One chef was rubbing and picking his nose while reading a magazine and the other was actually picking his teeth with a toothpick. This is done between orders. That grossed me out way too much. Fri Nov 20 16:20:43 -0800 2009 5170713 244710 chewy_bakah 1 5170910 Apparently there's a second location of Sushi Ichiban off Bow Tr behind Jubiliations. I've heard that one's better but I haven't tried it myself. Also, there is AYCE at SUshi Tokyo in Chinatown (corner of 4thAve and Centre St). I couldn't vouch for quality at these places because I don't do AYCE. My favourite sushi places are Wa's and Zipang. I've eaten off the regular menu at these AYCE places but I didn't enjoy them. I know it's not fair to compare AYCE places to the traditional authentic places... so perhaps you can check them out to see if it's to your liking. Tue Nov 10 13:49:51 -0800 2009 5170255 228839 miss.foodie 2 5172541 havent been to wa's but love zipangs too Wed Nov 11 07:56:43 -0800 2009 5170910 244710 chewy_bakah 2 5173588 Sushi Tokyo is not very good. (assuming that's the restaurant you're talking about on Centre St & 4th Ave). Tiny, dry pieces of fish. Wed Nov 11 13:29:06 -0800 2009 5170910 137321 23skidoo 2 5179803 I believe Sushi Tokyo has changed owners... 5 of us were there about a month ago and the staff and decor had changed. And the service was very slow. I don't be back there for a while. Fri Nov 13 14:34:48 -0800 2009 5170910 1093343 swbossert 2 5182640 The one behind Jubilations is good. I have eaten there several times. Sun Nov 15 03:33:02 -0800 2009 5170910 162977 sarah galvin 1 5171024 Kinjo on Macleod has AYCE. It's not the best restaurant, but not terrible. Tue Nov 10 14:30:58 -0800 2009 5170255 137321 23skidoo 1 5171635 I'm curious what people see in AYCE sushi. I've been a couple of times but I've found it's always been pricier than all the sushi I wanted to eat at a regular sushi place. I think I have a pretty healthy appetite. Am I missing something? Tue Nov 10 19:23:19 -0800 2009 5170255 69044 hsk 2 5171737 I usually do AYCE with friends who want a lot of non-sushi items like teriyaki, gyoza, etc. Tue Nov 10 20:21:26 -0800 2009 5171635 137321 23skidoo 1 5172539 ok thanks everyone It's not a matter eating as much as possible but having a choice. You can try different things in a buffet and have more of what you like. :D Wed Nov 11 07:55:54 -0800 2009 5170255 244710 chewy_bakah 1 5176496 We've been going to Sushi King on 16th Ave and about 3rd st (where the old Mamma's used to be) and it's acceptable for AYCE. I like it slightly better than Sushi BBQ Inn and Ichiban. Thu Nov 12 13:01:05 -0800 2009 5170255 171315 slingshotz 2 5179673 clicking on the sushi king link takes me to vancouver Are you referring to Sushi King Restaurant Ltd maps.google.com 320 16 Avenue Nw Calgary, AB T2M 0H6, Canada (403) 276-7874 Fri Nov 13 13:41:09 -0800 2009 5176496 244710 chewy_bakah