Chiba Restaurant in NoHo
So I was randomly browsing yelp today and was surprised to find Chiba Restaurant - 4.5* with 300+ reviews. I glanced over everything and it doesn't look promising, with rolls and just basic stuff. However, 300+ reviews averaging 4.5* is not ignored by me.
Any of you hounds want to chime in? Is this a decent neighborhood place or should I stick to my current neighborhood joints (Sushi Don Sasabune/Murakami Sushi/Daichan)
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liu
Oct 26, 2012 09:36 PM
Chiba feels a little like a coffee shop to me, especially if you sit at a table. That said about the decor, it has multiple personalities and is capable of being all things to all people or anything you want it to be.
I have seen customers sitting with their family (small children included) at the sushi bar and enjoying rolls 'n things; Chiba can be very informal. In contrast, I have seen customers being served fine cuts of fish; in this sense, Chiba can be a very good sushi bar.
I think the key here is to sit at the sushi bar -- if sushi is what you want -- and talk with your chef. Explain to him what you like and let him serve you. I have had extraordinary sushi here; yes, that 4.5* that they have on Yelp is well deserved!
However, parking in this area can be very difficult.
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Went with the parents last week because it's their neighborhood sushi place. Actually not bad, but I've been too spoiled by the places I go to - so it's just decent for me. Expect the quality and selection to be more along the lines of Hide Sushi on Sawtelle. Very generous cuts though.
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goodhealthgourmet
Oct 26, 2012 07:31 PM
i'm seeing all positive feedback:
http://www.chow.com/search?query=chib...
