As one of my first reviews on Yelp, I am sharing the best spots in my opinion since I have moved here. This place has made me a regular!!! The house salad with ginger dressing, miso soup and the k2 skirt steak make me wanna slap someone they're so good!!!!!! And they have take out! So if you don't feel like eating in, just take that deliciousness home! They were closed for a week due to renovation, so I tried the original Komegashi which I didn't like since I'm not a big sushi eater, so heads up!
(5)
Desiree W.
My favorite sushi spot! Their rolls are to die for, their deserts are lovely, and the atmosphere is awesome. Totally recommend this place to my sushi lovin friends!
(4)
Ethan D.
This is another mediocre Newport restaurant. I guess the residents of Newport do not expect much from their culinary experiences because bad restaurants seems to thrive here. The sushi at Komegashi Too is eh, average at best. There is nothing particularly bad about it, but there is also nothing good about it either. I will admit that I have not tried a lot of the food here, but the stuff I have had was just OK. Overall, Komegashi Too is unremarkable. I will not return unless I am really craving Sushi and have no other options.
(2)
Alex R.
I am very selective about the sushi. It has to be fresh and carefully prepared. After dining at Komegashi Too numerous times for the past 10 years I can attest to their quality. This is a wonderful place not just for the sushi - the teriyaki main courses are lovely; try the shitaki mushroom pasta too. And the desserts - my favorite is the crepe with green tea ice cream, kiwi, strawberry and chocolate sauce. For a sushi lover, the chef can prepare individual rolls such as salmon roe with quail egg. Delicious. The ambiance is lovely. You can socialize at the bar, sit next to the sushi stand or hide in the corner near the aquarium overlooking the Newport marina. Service has always been good: fast and attentive. I'd recommend Komegashi Too to anyone looking for a quality sushi place in the Jersey City and Hoboken area.
(5)
Jennaypher Z.
Fresh with a side of fresh- everything. The service is friendly, somewhat helpful I go there for the atmosphere and the fresh fish. A uniquely designed sushi restaurant that would be great for a first date or business lunch or dinner.
(4)
Andre P.
We ordered Sushi from here and reviewing against the other downtown sushi places, this one was the best. I'm not a huge sushi person, but I do like good sushi and it happens to be one of those cuisines that is either great or not good with very little in between. I'm somewhat disappointed with the sushi in Jersey City and after trying a few places I came to like Komegashi Too the most.
(4)
First L.
A solid average!
(3)
Ngoc P.
Yum, I've been here every now and then and it's always been pretty good. I love the fact that they give you a bowl of edamame to start you off. I've had the fried squid legs, seaweed salad, soups, sashimi dinner, ikura, some entrees, godzilla rolls, lobster roll, mi amor roll, and some other ones that I can't quite remember. The specialty rolls are pretty tasty, they're creative and mesh pretty well. I liked the sashimi too, there were these small blue shrimp that literally melted in your mouth, absolutely amazing. Oh and if it's your birthday, I think they give you a little free dessert. Yeah the food is good, but it's not amazing. I wasn't utterly wowed by anything but the sashimi was quite good, lots of different cuts of fish. The view is quite nice too if you get a good seat. You get a view of the water front and the decor is cute, it's a romantic-ish joint, good for dates. Prices aren't too bad either. It'll probably come out to 40-60 bucks for 2 people.
(3)
Sonia M.
I'm a huge fan of Komegashi. I came here a few years ago and fell in love with the view in the back. It's great for a romantic dinner with the hubby. Parking is free!!!! YES FREE!!!! If you park at the parking garage across the street, Komegashi validates it. Parking can be hard to find around this area, so this is definitely a big plus. This is probably my favorite sushi place in Jersey City. I have never been disappointed. The service is great. There was a time where my boyfriend waited an additional 10 to 15 minutes for his food to come out, after the whole table had there's already (it was a group of 8). They had brought him out the wrong meal. Our waiter apologized and brought him a drink on the house, which was pretty nice of them. The drinks are a little bit pricey, but they are strong. The sushi rolls are delicious here, as well as the shrimp buttered noodles.
(4)
Boki H.
We called to specifically ask if they have seats at that moment before we came in, and they said yes. But when we arrived we were told to wait for 40 mins! And their attitude was horrible!! Would never go back again!
(1)
Siv L.
Came here on a Sunday night for dinner with a party of 4. By far the best thing about Komegashi (which may even have the effect of making you love your food more) is the ambience -- the windows are large and show a view of the boats docked on the water -- with the moon reflecting on it, the royal blue water glistens. It is gorgeous! We split the popcorn shrimp which I thought was OK. I opted for the K2 skirt steak instead of sushi and it was pretty delicious. Because of the view and the ambience and the food (in that order), I would definitely come back again for dinner.
(4)
Kathy L.
This review is for lunch only I had the Sushi lunch which was not only expensive but incredibly disappointing. The sushi lunch had 5 pieces of sushi and one california roll plus miso soup for 13.95 - In NY City, this would cost me $10 but this is Jersey - which means that its WAY overpriced The sushi itself was fresh but not particularly amazing, but the california roll was hard and cold. I also asked for low sodium soy sauce and clearly got regular soy sauce Will I go back? Probably but only because there aren't many other choices in the area.
Nice food. Ask for a seat next to hudson river. Food tastes amazing.
(4)
Matthew C.
I love sushi and this place made me love it more. I wanted to try this place for so long since it is right around the corner from my apartment. The facade of the restaurant is not to appealing but once you get inside it is beautiful. My family and I sat near the window which has a great view of lower Manhattan. The sushi menu was diverse and numerous. We ordered 6 different rolls and they were all fantastic. I highly recommend for sushi lovers.
(5)
John F.
Initially I had heard some mixed reviews on the place but decided to give it a shot. Boy am I happy that I did! First things first the location is great and catches your eye right away with amazing views of lower Manhattan. Once inside I have to say there was one quick drawback, also the only reason they didn't get 5 stars. We were seated in the very front of the place when clearly there were many tables open in the back with full city views. Although disappointed at first things were made instantly better when we met our server. For the life of me I can't remember the guys name but he was fantastic and very funny. We started off with the intention of just going in for a few rolls and drinks but ended up closing the place down! The quality of all the fish was superb, and having tried a lot of different things off the menu it was impressive. We started with sake and wine which again our server was amazing at his suggestions, and we ended up drinking a whole bottle of each, whoops haha. Once the food came we had the Beef Negimaki, sashimi sampler, philly roll, spicy tuna roll, the smoky tiger roll, and the samurai steak! Honestly for two people I don't know how we ate and drank that much but somehow we didn't leave anything behind! When I got the check I was definitely scared for the damage but to my surprise we got ALL THAT for under $200!!! I still want to try a few other sushi places now that I am living in Jersey City but this will hands down be my go to. Hopefully I get the same waiter next time and a better seat!
(4)
Jess L.
One of the few good restaurants in Newport, it boasts a nice view of the water and the typical assortment of sushi rolls--my favorite being the Godzilla Roll: deep-fried roll of yellowtail and salmon with spicy sauce, scallions and masago. Aside from the sushi, the two things I love most here are the brunch and desserts. Offered on both Saturday and Sunday, you get brunch with a Japanese spin. The Crepe with Chicken is my usual choice: a savory mix of grilled chicken, mushroom, bakchoy, red pepper and nappa cabbage in a sweet and buttery white sauce on top of a crepe. But the New Omu-rice is equally good: chicken fried rice wrapped in an egg omelet, and topped with either tomato or curry sauce. Finish it off with a tasty dessert. You can never go wrong with the Ice Cream Tempura, aka Fried Ice Cream, which is the best I've ever had (so far). Make sure to check the time accordingly before heading to brunch here. It doesn't open until 12:30pm. on Saturday and 1:00pm on Sunday. Pretty late for a weekend but still worth it.
(4)
Armina A.
I've been coming here since before time. OK, not really...but when they still allowed smoking in establishments, yes. Now I feel old. And sad.. I digress. This was my go-to place for sushi. 'Was', only because I don't live in this part of town but for special dinners, this is where my friends/family go. I always get the sushi, which is always fresh and melts in your mouth at first bite. Yummy. And their rolls are bigger than usual. The bar can be a hip and happenin' place on Fridays. And wonderful that they validate parking for you at the garage right across the street. Now I'm hungry.
(4)
Christopher L.
The food is above average Japanese. Presentation was excellent and so is the decor and setting. Price is steep for what you get if you care only for value of food. For our trip, we ordered gyu Don which was tasty and for street food, and it was presented very beautifully. However, I given the price of gyu don at other restaurants, this was overpriced. I love chirashi and they serve 2 versions. The regular with the usual tuna, and salmon, and tamago... And the royale with the special fish of the day... Could be Toro, and ame ebi, uni, and etc., It was great given the quality of the fish, and but at 35 dollars, pricey. Also had one of the sashimi carpaccio, 6 thinly sliced fish in yuzu sauce was delicious, but does not justify 13 dollars.
(3)
Rosamund P.
I live nearby so I tried this place several times. The rice dishes are ok. Udon tastes like instant noodle which can be purchased from Asian supermarkets for less than 2 bucks. Most importantly, if you like raw fish, definitely go somewhere else. The sushi sashimi combo is terrible. Sushi rice is hard and dry. Most of the fish on sushi rice is fishy. The fish for sashimi is ok...to the best..
(2)
Stacey C.
After a long and horrible flight, I was starving and our hotel in Jersey City recommended this restaurant, which happened to be across from where we stayed. At first, the restaurant looks plain but the further you walk in, you get a nice view of the water. I thought the service here was excellent. Started by giving us hot towels, water/tea which was constantly refilled without me having to flag someone down, and soy beans. The servers are very attentive. I ended up ordering california rolls, an eel avocado roll and spider roll. I also ordered the sukiyaki - beef and noodles over rice. I was quite surprised at how fresh the sushi was here. I mean I ordered cooked rolls but it was definitely fresh and the portions are generous. The spider roll was amazing. Huge chunks of fresh crab inside. Even the wasabi was good, although they didn't give me enough. The sukiyaki was okay too although I think was already full by this point. It didn't stand out over the sushi. Overall, I was pleasantly surprised which is why I went back two times during my trip.
(4)
Linjiang C.
Good food and environment. Reasonable price.
(4)
Nisha S.
The Sushi is still excellent, but what is up with the switch on the extra extra salty table soy sauce. Its not the same as a brand used before. I couldn't find my waitress to ask for the low sodium, and it completely overpowered the sushi. The "Japanese" chicken wings are not Japanese at all, they have no flavor on them, aside from canola oil. Even though we were told they were marinated in an Asian ginger/garlic sauce and worth trying. Stick to what they do best. I still like the miso soup (impossible to mess up) and all the salads though. This used to be my favorite restaurant in Newport, and Its hard to see it losing quality!
(3)
Jeannie C.
This is perhaps my favorite food spot in NYC area. Now, I'm not saying that it has the best food, or the best atmosphere, or the best price. It just has the best combination of the above. I discovered this place one day after a long day at work. I didn't particularly feel like cooking. I also didn't particularly feel like take out. So, I took a few steps southward from the PATH station to find Komegashi. If there is one thing that Komegashi understands is that you eat with your eyes first. And that starts before even you see the food. It starts when you see the restaurant. The front of the restaurant doesn't look like much. But then, as you get led to the main dinner room, the place really opens up. Floor to ceiling windows with riverfront view line the back wall. (If you have a party less than 2, you can get a table right next to the river. If you have a larger party, you won't fit in those 2-tops.) Now, I don't know about you, but river makes me happy. The long work day starts to slowly fade away. Then, warm towels. Complimentary endamame. It's a kinda of service that one can hardly find anymore. Then, of course, it's all about the food. And the food couldn't be better. The fish was fresh and the presentation was so on point! I tried the Chirashi. This is my standby for a new sushi place. It allows me to sample a lot of fish at once. This is perhaps one of the most tasty Chirashi there is. The rice has a little red bean mixed in. It's not the most traditional, but it gives it that extra sweetness that was a welcoming twist. The food was laid on top of that bed of rice like it was a work of art. Typically, Chirashi is served in a bowl, with rice in the bottom and fishes laid on top. Not here. Such simple presentation won't do at Komegashi. It is served on a square plate. Rice was set up in a rectangular. The fish was not laid on top. It was rolled up and twisted and carefully placed on top the bed of delicious red bean rice. I cannot, just cannot, do the art justice in words (I'm just not that good of a writer.) But I did take a picture :D Then, I finished the meal with a green tea mousse and red bean ice-cream. OMG! So delish! Did I need dessert after my yummy meal? No. Did I absolutely loved it? You betcha! Good thing was that Komegashi Too was located right by the Jersey City riverfront boardwalk. So, after dinner, I just took a stroll to, um, burn off, the ice cream. By the time I finished my stroll, work was but a distant memory. Komegashi makes for a wonderful night for just a simple workday meal or a romantic meal or just a meal with friends. To top it all off, it's affordable. You can't find a meal like this in Manhattan, and it's only a short PATH train away. Love!!
(5)
L R.
Decent sushi. Relatively fresh. Right on the water though not the best building. Pricey for what it is though. Better options to be had just across the river, so I likely won't go out of my way for this one.
(3)
katie s.
This is a mediocre restaurant run by Chinese people but disguised as an upscale Japanese restaurant. Don't be fooled. Edamame is served cold without flavor. Miso soup is too hot, burns your tongue. Waiter's finger touches your food as she serves. Sushi and sashimi are just okay, not fresh, not terrible, certainly nothing to write home about. If that was it, I would've given it 3 stars because the ambiance is good. However, they have the nerve to charge Manhattan prices. Sushi combo for 2 is $62. Wouldn't go again, I've really had it with this place.
(1)
Julina O.
"The most Unique Seafood Doria I ever seen in NJ" We ordered Steak don for me and Seafood Doria for My BF. Teriyaki taste Steak don is Okay. Not good, Not Bad. Easy to imagine when you see my pic. Matter is Seafood Doria. Do you know what "Doria" is? It's Japanese style Rice Gratin, younger Japanese love Doria. I was one of the kids, used to love eating doria in Japan,especially cheesy creamy tremendously rich seafood Doria. I've eaten many at many place, HOWEVER, I've never seen such a unique Doria "Komegashi" served. Mixed fake crab, shrimp with scorched white source, Salmon and asparagus on top... hou là , Quite unique! Is it New york style? No, must be NJ style. Check out my pics :)
(3)
Stephanie C.
The tempura udon was bland. I'm not asking for MSG but a little flavor would be nice. The scallop appetizer comes with ONE sliced scallop and was pathetic and sad to share. The only thing that was good was the Japanese seafood and rice with white sauce on the brunch menu. This place is overrated but what do you expect in Newport. An extra star because they do have a great view of the water.
(3)
A S.
Food was good but 3 stars cz the service was too rushy....We had to order the drinks, dinner and dessert in a matter of 40 mins...
(3)
Mike H.
I came here based on what seemed to be a good number of positive yelp reviews, and I'm sorry to report that Komegashi and the yelp reviews really let me down. Whenever I go to japanese, I expect to pay a little more than the average dinner, and I'm not one to complain about price, but it's definitely worth nothing that what you get for the price here is sorely disappointing. Sushi was average at best, and I think that's being generous. I mean, I try to enjoy the roll usually without wasabi or soy sauce, but let me just say they were so bland, extra wasabi was necessary to make it through this meal. Edamame tasted like they just reheated it from a microwave and dumped half a salt shaker on it. Bottom Line: Sorely disappointing for dinner. Expect to pay a lot for it, and expect to cover everything in wasabi.
(2)
Mary G.
Thankfully there's a good sushi spot in this God-forsaken area I'm forced to work in! No but honestly, Jersey City isn't as bad as I thought it would be. And this place is awesome for lunchtime or after-work dinner. Great options, good prices for lunch, and it's right on the water so if you get a good table you have a nice view to compliment your meal. The main drawback I've found is that the waiters kinda disappear throughout your meal, but the busboys are on top of things. Too bad the busboys can't take my order for more sushi or another beverage. Overall, yummy sushi :)
(3)
Jon P.
Unique selection of sushi apps. Love the Salmon Canon and the Volcano. Can't wait to go back.
(5)
Agustin K.
I live in Jersey City and pass by this place everyday from the Path to my apt. Only recently that I was willing to try out this place. From the outside, it looks quite... not promising and authentic. And now that I've been there, I am quite hooked. Price: not that cheap, but reasonably priced for what they offer. Ingredients are fresh and portion is larger than the typical Japanese plates. Atmosphere: A bit cold, but you get the view of the Hudson river. Very pretty both for lunch at dinner. Service: Some of the hostesses have the attitude of a NY restaurant, just because they dress like a NY-er I think they need to remember they are in Jersey. But the waiters/waitresses are wonderful and quite nice. Food: Not the most authentic Japanese dishes (I think the ownder is Cantonese but so do most Japanese restaurants out there). But it quite creative in terms of fusing Japanese influence with other flavors like Korean, American and French. Please note that I've only tried their cooked dishes. They just sound more interesting and priced reasonably. Tokyo Fushion with Soft Shell Crabs: Yummo! Basically it's deep fried soft shell crabs over a medley of grilled veg, kimchi and rice. They are very generous with the soft shell crabs - 2 whole per portion. You can pick not spicy, medium spicy and very spicy. Very comforting and satisfying. Tai-Chaz: Simple, clean and wonderful. It's a pan seared Japanese snapper over rice and they pour this bonito broth at your table. It comes with Japanese pickles (which I am addicted to) and dried seaweed paper. Sukiyaki Ju: A tad bit too sweet but it's good. It's basically sliced beef+tofu+glass noddles over rice. If you don't like sweet dishes, don't order. I like sweet so when I am in the mood for it, I'll order again. My friend ordered udon... hmm... gotta say that it's probably their weakest areas. Overpriced and not so good. I'll definitely go back to try more of their Gohan Mono (over rice) dishes. So far I enjoyed everything. They are also quite the place to go for lunch for people working in Newport/Exchange place area. It's always packed. Their lunch special menu is not the greatest but it has all the staples of Japanese 'fast food' dishes at reasonable prices. In short, if you are looking for Japanese fusion dishes, this is the place to go. Enjoy!
(3)
Bee L.
I went there with 10 of my co-workers. The staff really didn't treat us well. They were very rude. Me and my co-workers usually went to newport mall for lunch. But we decided to try at this place. one of my co-workers brought lunch box with him, and they made fun of him and very rude to him. I never encountered this very bad service before. The food was okay, but because of the service I would never recommend this place to anyone.
(1)
Ilya V.
Lets just say - poor and overpriced sushi (or sushi-like items)... It is always suspect when on the sushi menu one sees "kobe beef" presented as sushi.....
(2)
John M.
This place is solid. Nice atmosphere. Great fish quality. Great hot dishes too. The problem is that it's SO EXPENSIVE! It's right next to Newport PATH, and clearly caters toward tourists, business people, and internationals living in the Newport area of JC. All the sushi and sashimi is very fresh and delicious. The problem is, you can get the same thing elsewhere in JC or Hoboken for two-thirds of the cost. Komegashi Too is going to give you great food, but you're paying Manhattan prices, and the portions are much smaller compared to other JC and Hoboken sushi spots.
I was in this area looking for some sushi and this place had some good vegetarian options. They have all the vegetarian options in green in the menu which really helped me in picking up vegetarian dishes (I am a vegetarian) The service was really good and fast and the waiters there helped us decide based on our spice levels. Overall, a good place with good food. Might go there again.
Really great sushi with a more than decent decor. The staff was very polite and accommodating to my odd request of bagging my brown rice in a To-Go bag instead of serving it on my plate with the main course. If they could serve this kind of quality sushi at Teak in Hoboken, I'd eat there every week!
(4)
Derrick L.
Guys, despite me liking their food and service i cant justify paying 25% more than the last time i was there in the summer with my wife. I was told it was a seasonal increase n then menu change, yeah ok. If they upgrade food/service/ambience, no problem. Hop on the path or pay the toll to the city or hit fort lee/palisades park. I considered them the only game in town previously but not at what they charge for what they give.
(1)
Irina A.
One of my favorite places to touch base with my friends. Nice ambience, tasty food, great relaxing window views on the bay n in place aquarium! A bit pricy but always delish. My favorite orders are a big veggie roll, salmon cheviche, chicken main dish.
(5)
Mariposa M.
Excellent sushi, always fresh popcorn shrimp are the best and clear soup some of my favorites appetizers friendly staff, nice view of NYC if you sit towards the back of restaurant, parking no problem they validate ticket for you
(5)
Michael S.
Very good sushi. I enjoyed the new and inventive types of rolls they offer. Also they have very good service.
(4)
Michael D.
The food was just alright and the service was horrible... Esp the host, she wasn't nice at all and for a sec i felt like she was rude.
(1)
Masaomi T.
The prices of Opus One has been inflating in this 2 years, unfortunately. They were only $200, but now up to $375. It is still very generous compared to prices at other restaurants, though.
(2)
canddes D.
Been going for ten years. The quality and their idea of Japanese is seriously lacking. So disappointed once again. I have given then five chances in the last one year. Each time ordering something different. Just yo give them the benefit of the doubt that maybe it was what I ordered. Sigh! Sadly it's them not me. One more neighborhood joint that's crossed off the list.
(1)
Omar A.
Excellent service. Ivan was my server and he was great. Most importantly, the food was 5 stars!
(5)
Yue H.
Very unsatisfied with the experience here. To be fair, the food is nice. But the service is not good. We wait for a very long time after sitting down at the table to get someone to help us. And then an even longer time for the food, more than 30 minutes. The only time we didn't wait was when getting the bill. They just give it to us while we were still working on the desserts. Normally I tip around 20 to 25% for the price after tax for this kind of restaurant. But for this one, I get really frustrated so I just give 15%. I feel like such a pricy restaurant should have a better service.
(2)
Manas J.
Eat here if wanna share your meal with rats. Yes, we spent about $100 here (dinner for 2) while watching rats feast right outside our window view of downtown Manhattan. And when you tip less than 15%, be prepared for some random staff member dude to confront you and ask you to "never come back again". Pity, I really liked the cocktails here ...
(1)
LZ C.
I've been in this places for couple of times. Tried their roll, sashimi, udon, etc. Overall, I'd say its quality is just lower than the average if you compare it with the one's you can get in Manhattan. But, for a quick meal near the Newport living area, it's not too bad. However, pay attention to the waiter! I mean, be cautious. Do not ask any 'why', i.e., why there is no beef? The guy will use his bare hand to pick up your spoon and stir your meal and point one tiny cube of beef and say, 'this is it!' and if you keep asking , you will be shouted "go somewhere else!" Alright, anyway, after seeing all the one-star reviews here, I'm glad we make agreement. For those who want real Japanese food, go visit another Japanese bar just several blocks away from newport - Honshu Sushi. Honshu offers 10x better food, 15x customer respect, and 0.9x reasonable price.
(1)
Cyril R.
Looking at the yelp photos for the food at Komegashi makes me sad. Because of how the place is set up (windows on only one side, and dark paint and mood lighting), food pictures turn less awesome. Shots are either grainy, blurry, way dark, or made unappealing by flash. Which is so sad, because the food here actually looks nice, and tastes good. Take for example the Seafood Doria on the weekend brunch menu. It's a variety of seafood and vegetables with a cream/cheese sauce over a bowl of rice. In practice, it'd be very easy to just send it out of the kitchen all jumbled up, but no. They will send it out well arranged, with a slight toasty crust on the cheese, all looking awesome. And it tastes better than it looks. Pretty unhealthy dish for a sushi spot to be honest, but worth the skipped treat or so afterwards. A picture is worth 1000 words, but at this place, it's worth taking the personal look.
(4)
Sheena A.
2 Stars because the receptionist who took my order over the phone was patient, helpful, and understanding, but the buck stopped there. I placed an order for delivery from work, my cell service was horrendous so she kept saying "hello" and letting me know I was going in and out. About 15mins later we got my order placed, card charged, and delivery guy was on his way (well she did explain delivery could take up to 50mins) no problem. I ordered the basics - California roll & shrimp tempura (how hard is it to mess these up?) Delivery was less than 50mins, in fact he was there in less than a half an hour. Now the food.....*sigh*....so very lackluster, not flavorful nor memorable, I was STARVING and with each bite kept thinking "gosh I'm not ordering from here anymore". The shrimp tempura ($9.50) was mushy and overfilled with avocado, the California roll ($4.50) barely had any crab meat, I tasted more cucumbers than meat! Ugh! And the soy sauce!!! My god HELLO high blood pressure! Service and delivery - prompt courteous and great, food - meh
(2)
Fung L.
So! On a rainy night, I stopped by here myself to give a try at this modern Japanese restuarant by the water front. Once I walked in I thought the place was small, but with a big bar upfront. As I kept walking in, I have discovered there is a bigger dinning room, and a nice view for the NYC. It's really impressive! I set down, towel and a free edamame was handed to me, nice treat! I ordered a sake don, nice decent bowl of sushi rice, top fill with all salman! Fresh! Sushi rice r still warm, and that's how it supposed to be. I have tried it so many Japanese restuarant, and this one did really satisfied me! The wait staffs r very friendly, food is good! It's a must to return here again when I have a chance. I have read some reviews b4 I came, one of them were saying how bad was the sake ikura don, I mean seriously! If u go to the city, and paying around the same amount of the money(or higher) u might not get the same quantity like this. Whatever they r doing here is great and no complain on it. Gonna give a try next time to Komegashi one as well, and see if the sushi is as good as here!
(5)
K K.
This place is AWESOME!! Great sushi, nice view....and some waiters and waitresses r great! I come here all the time with my bf when we wants to eat sushi. We always orders Sumi Rolls, Sweet and Spicy rolls....and our most favorite Spicy lover rolls!!! These r soooooo delicious!!!! Just orders these 3 and U will never regret=) also this Mojito is so gd!! We love u Komegashi too=))
(5)
Dave J.
Here's the Deal... i've been to this location for lunch 20+ times! (suprised my opionated self didn't write a review before)... This is the best sushi I've had in Jersey City. Great rolls & Sushimi as well as other Japanese cuisine. Service is great, and they have nice wine choices. If you can get to Newport area.. it's a must visit!
(5)
AJ S.
Came here for a Yelp event... very friendly staff and great apps. Drinks were light and seasonal as well.
(5)
Kaori H.
The one star owed to the receptionist of Komegashi Too on December 24th, yes, today. I was there asking if they had an authentic Asian style rice, the women at the reception desk pointed out one on menu which didn't look even close to what I wanted. So I asked twice before I was gonna order it, and you know what, she gave me a sarcastic look with three words: "You can't see?" Well, I guess I really CAN'T SEE how good this restaurant treat its first-time customers based on the service they provide. And I will not recommend any of my friends/acquaintances to pay a visit there. That's all.
(1)
Jay I.
I tried a Sunday lunch myself. This place half packed around 12pm. I ordered sushi dinner(?) with miso soup, seaweed salad and fried tofu. -Seaweed salad was fairly good, but a little oily. Well seasoned. - Fried tofu wasn't fried well, and the fried shell and tofu got all separated. Tasted ok. - Sushi: fish were relatively fresh, but rice was bland and dry. Also too much rice. I wanted to see what desserts they offer (especially a friend of mine told me they have lady M cakes), but the server didn't even ask me and brought the check. So I guess 3 star is very fair for the overall experience.
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Letizia V.
Loved it!! We had uni bombs!!!! yeah you definitely need to be a sushi or raw fish lover to have one of those. Soju, uni, with citrus and Bam!!! your in food heaven. Our server was so great and accommodating when we asked questions or for recommendations. The place was pretty packed but they don't rush you out like some other places do to get another customer to sit down. If you like sushi and different types of it not just spicy tuna or philadelphia roll this is a great place.
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Sanjana A.
Sushi was good. I am a veggie so I didn't really like the food that much but that maybe because I prefer Vietnamese. Anyways I loved the green tea creambrule and green crepe. Very very delicious.
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Lloyd L.
Giving the Godzilla Rolls 4 stars! This is a must order whenever I go here. Everything else I had here is good too but nothing compares to the Godzilla Rolls. Amen!
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M T.
Fantastic, fresh creative sushi. I've only been at the sushi bar, so I can't tell you what table service is like. Watching the chefs prepare pretty innovative stuff that is delicious is a wonderful experience. They also have a nice selection of saki, which you shouldn't pass on.
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Mona D.
I've been coming here for about 6 years and it's one of my favorite sushi places in the metro area. The one thing I always get is the mini Godzilla roll (little deep-fried maki pieces sans rice). This place is my regular go-to because of the ambiance and the fish is always consistently fresh, regardless of what day of the week you go. The ambiance is very versatile bc you can bring your colleagues from work or a date. The bar in front is lively and well-stocked while the dining room is a very unpretentious and low-lit room set right on the water overlooking the downtown Manhattan skyline. No-fail sushi spot in Jerz ;)
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Hank C.
A small bar up front greets the casual diner, and the sushi bar stretches around the corner in the back to reveal more seating facing the docks and water across the way. Lots of families here, kids screaming and professionals getting off after a long day. Hand towels to start the meal were a nice touch, although their menus could use a scrubbing over. Free edamame (cool, not cold, not warm, and a little slimey-er than normal makes me feel like they've been out a while). No place to add salt or soy sauce to dip, though. Then after a while, took our order and came out with it in stages. First, the fried chicken, legs with the meat pulled back away from the bone to make it an easy chewing experience. The meat needed to be seasoned a bit more, though, you could basically taste chicken...and that's it. Came out on a bed of sliced raw cabbage, piping hot. Second dish was better, the mamma mia salad. Cantaloupe, prosciutto, crumbled blue cheese (not enough!), pitted green olives, and four mildly cool boiled shrimp (they should be cold, not cool), in a bed of spinach and green salad drizzled with a sour vinagrette. Best part was the bleu cheese, probably, followed by the melons which were surprisingly sweet. Last was an SUS roll - shrimp tempura inside (nicely crispy) and the outside was eel, avocado, spicy tuna, and masago. Tasty, and warm. Seven pieces to be split between my friend and I. Overall, food was better the later on the meal went - they definitely do sushi well, but the appetizers lacked luster. I suggest coming for the view, but it's not quite romantic on the weekdays, so watch your reservation, but the view is pleasant and the sushi satisfying. Oh, free parking in the garage across the way for the evenings/weekends. $2 for weekday lunch.
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Valerie S.
One of the worst agedashi tofu I've ever had. And I've had plenty. It's mostly just thick batter and grease. Their Japanese chicken wings were bland and dry. Even their house hot sake was stale. Over-priced sushi/sashimi menu. We don't think it's even fresh. What a sad excuse for a Japanese restaurant. They should stop claiming it and just say they are Asian Fusion. Service could use some proper training from a real Japanese restaurant. The only thing that made up for it was their location and view, they ha a nice waterfront view of the marina. That and the beautiful crowd that all seemed to not care what they were eating cause they all seemed to drunk to notice. If I was ever back in this area I would skip this place and not even bother to give it a second chance.
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Isabel J.
After hearing great reviews about this restaurant I had to try it out. I had a few rolls (since thats all I really like ) and really enjoyed my dinner. I loved that we were seated right by the window and had the view of the water.
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Nora Y.
Komegashi has a great happy hour, one of the only places that I'll leave Manhattan to go to! I would skip the cocktails and wine for happy hour but the 2.50 bottled domestic beers are unbeatable. They also have free chicken wings which were surprisingly good for free on fridays in the bar area. The spicy tuna roll off the happy hour menu is the best deal for food. The godzilla roll which takes extra time to prepare is my favorite off the menu. I'ts very filling and huge so order accordingly. The Mi Amor roll and the hot chili yellowtail are also a standout. If you don't want to sit in the bar area, make a reservation for the main dining room in the back it's a beautiful atmosphere next to the water.
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Lydia L.
My husband and I tried to have lunch at Komegashi Too yesterday. The OPEN sign was still hanging when we arrived just after 2 so we went in knowing that we had arrived with 30 minutes before lunch service was over. We were refused a table though I explained that we had driven all the way from up the River in NY just to come there. The three young women in front could not have cared less. They were snooty and not interested in at least indulging us with a "We appreciate you coming all that way. Let me see what if anything I can do." Nope. Nothing but an offer of take out although it was mentioned that the chefs left at 2. Their inability to keep a story straight or be gracious was not working for me. Now I understand all about siestas but by being so adamant and rigid they have only ensured that we will not come back to try them again. I am sure that within the time left we could have ordered, eaten and left but it was not to be. Nor will it be again. Luckily the cashier at the parking lot across the street was gracious and waived the $5 parking fee for the 20 minutes we were parked. We ended up going to Hoboken instead and finding a great nabe sushi joint among the many offered and will now head to The H rather than JC for our sushi. youtube.com/watch?v=JPPB…
Way overpriced for the quality and postion. Slow especially during lunch time. Service with an attitude. They are lucky that there aren't many other choices around them. It really gets grating, very fast. Save yourself the trouble.
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Candy C.
A very nice restaurant. Beautiful view of the hudson river. I ordered the restaurant special--marinated seabass and it was amazing! Too bad it is only for the special event and may not be on menu again... We also had salmon cannon as appetizer, very good. Rolls are okay. Yakitori don may be one of the best dons I had in US. Chicken is grilled crispy outside but tender inside. Just too much soy sauce.
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Wing L.
The ambiance is nice but I think that's all I can say that's exceptionally well. The food is decent but I think overpriced for their dinner entrees. $20+ for a rice over eel? I'd pass and take the PATH to 14th street in Astor to get my Japanese cravings. I'd say, get their lunch portions as it's reasonably priced. One thing i was VERY disappointed was one of their Fusion dishes, where it was stir fried kimchi and vegetables mixed with a choice of meat. The dish itself was good but the spice was NOT. When the menu gives me options to indicate spice as : None, mild, medium, and VERY spicy, I expect "Very spicy". Now, you'd think spice is measured differently but for the most part, when there's an adverb involved, the dishes usually come out with that flare. This, not so much. I'd say the menu needs some tweaking to add in, "spice for amateurs" and I'd leave it to that. But, maybe that was part of the asian fusion experience.
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Silvia L.
Good food and great view!
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Lei G.
I like this place because it's really close to my Apt...haha...
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M R.
During lunch time it gets busy and rather loud. Beef teriyaki lunch special was pretty good, but a little on a smaller size. Check shows a breakdown of everything ordered and pre-calculated tips(a nice touch). But pay attention to those amounts since they pre-calculate tips AFTER THE TAX.
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Tyler D.
You will search far and wide to find sushi this good in NJ. Not your traditional Japanese restaurant and fusion dishes are delicious (i.e., Chicken Tango). NYC views are a nice touch especially during dinner. Waiting staff is great. All the Newport foreigners (mostly expats) seem to love this place however. Minus 1 star for that but not Komegashi's fault.
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Janelle F.
I've been coming to K2 for years and I must say it is the best sushi I've ever had and I do go to a lot of places that never compare. It's my faovrite restaurant. It's located in my hometown, excellent service and unbeatable NYC views. Did I mention validated parking? It is pricey but you get what you pay for. My favorites are the Spicey Lover roll, the sea bass and of course the ( Nutella, strawberry, banana, chocolate) crepe for dessert. You will NOT be disappointed!
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Vicky L.
My favorite sushi place in Jersey City. I love it, I'm going back and I'm planning a Christmas Eve dinner there with my family and friends. What can I say? I am a sucker for finger food and mood lighting. There aren't many places that compare to the food in NYC, but Komegashi Too comes close enough that I might stop trekking to Astor Place for my sushi fix...
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Anthony L.
Fact: If you live in Newport, it's true that if you need anything decent that's at a convenient location, you will end up in Komegashi Too. After a few months, I've decided to give this restaurant a second chance--and have since been warming up to the restaurant... But I'm actually surprised today that the general manager (different from the manager I have issues with) approached me (they took the effort to track down what my real name is) and asked me to update my review. That kind of corroborated my suspicion that the restaurant aggressively manage reviews: - Evidence #1: first, imagine a restaurant, using their database of customer information/credit card!, match it against Yelp, and try to figure out what your last name is (Yelp don't show last names), and then track you down, walk over and talk to you. That's some detective work. And then asking me to update review and have my old review printed in front of her. Good detective work on 'going after' your customers. I have to question the legality/appropriateness of this. - Evidence #2: Homey T., who, including her Komegashi Too review, only has reviewed a grand total of 3 restaurants, posted a 4 star review ONE day after my negative review, justifying how I've misjudged the restaurant and made personal negative comments. She has never made another review since then (7/31/2011) on Yelp, so no reviews from (7/31/11 - 2/3/12). Tell me that's not someone affiliated with /friends /etc of the restaurant. Remember: someone who rarely posted and never posted since posted a 4 star review after my 1 star one day after my review. But then again this is just a guess. High probability guess? perhaps. But a guess nonetheless. Just something to be aware of. I feel restaurant owners should not even attempt to identify the customers, other than contact thru Yelp message. Don't the owners know it makes customer uncomfortable someone is matching their personal information against what Yelp displays? (first name, last initial). No customer would identify themselves as a particular user to the restaurant staff so please do not say the 'staff' recognize you. Thanks! (particularly since this is a restaurant that has traffic, mostly from Newport, NJ or close by in New Jersey) The manager's request sounded like she 'caught' me (shouldn't she appreciate a customer actually gave the restaurant a second chance?), but these people will never get it. Again, #2 is just a guess. Judge for yourself. To be fair, here's another assessment, not so skew towards customer-focus like last time: - yes, food is good, they do make a good effort on this. But pricey for the quality. But unlike many restaurants that are initially good and later cut corners, their quality is consistent - service is 'efficient': referring to 'speed' of service. - I give them credit for monitoring & learning from their reviews. That's important: they care about improving the restaurant. But aggressive management is a no-no. my advice: they have good food, a bit pricey. But the management has a lot to learn on their attitude towards customers. Can make you uncomfortable if you come across it. Privacy issue regarding their detective work. Taking into account all that? 2 star. In my view, on the things I've considered. That's an honest valuation. I wish Newport has plans to have another restaurant sometime soon, anything but the Mall please...
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Allie C.
i go here with family and the service is exceptional. Prices are unbeatable, atmosphere is comfortable, and the wine and sake are good, and i don't have anything bad to say about this place. Is it worth the PATH ride over here? You know..if you've never been to JC, try it. Get off at the Newport spot. You can go shopping at the mall or grab a coffee from Starbucks and chill at the Piers (in warm weather). While you're at it, def eat at Komegashi. If you drive, you can get your parking ticket validated. So parking isn't even an issue. Quality: 5 Service: 5 Overall Atmosphere: 5
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Dee S.
I LOVE Komegashi Too. We came here for the first time the other night, and had a seat by the window with a beautiful view of the dock and the water. This is our go-to Japanese place for many reasons: 1. Piping hot gyoza filled with savory, delicious pork 2. Polite, efficient service 3. Very reasonable prices 4. Great sushi selection, all fish prepared fresh 5. AMAZING dessert menu We will be back soon! Great date place.
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Zel A.
Hubby and I went here for dinner yesterday. I must say....THE RESTAURANT IS AWESOME! Love the ambiance! Our waiter was friendly and prompt. The salad and misu (sorry i dunno how it spelled) soup that came with our Nabeyaki Udon was freaking delicious, and they were very fresh too. My friend had tempura for $14 and man it was sooo delicious! Overall the service & food was GREAT!! I must come back here more often! Thanks for the great service and the food!!!!!
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Annie W.
It's alright. Clean and palatable. No particular dish really stood out for me though.
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Sara S.
Solid sush option in JC. Full disclosure--I'm usually guilty of ordering ridiculous rolls, filled with crunchy and spicy and mayo-y junk to the point that they no longer resemble actual sushi. (To my initial dismay,) this place doesn't have a list of 87 craycray specialty rolls, but it covers all the basics, and does them well. In my experience fish here has always been fresh. And that's a great thing, cuz nobody likes fish that...isn't so fresh. Extra star for the bangin skyline view of NYC, tranquil atmosphere, and constant stream of green tea (did that sound gross?). I like it.
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Alex R.
Meh, run of the mill sushi place that is a dime-a-dozen anywhere else in NYC. I can only speak for lunch, since that's when Ive been to Komegashi. Sushi combos are standard and again, nothing jumps out. Sushi/sashimi combo is good, but forgettable. Of course this is Jersey City, so don't expect gourmet Japanese.
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Linda C.
We've dined here three times and I am surprised that I haven't already written a review for this place. Each visit has been spectacular and the last was probably the best yet. We started off with a seaweed salad - portions were huge. Next was a spicy roll, could have been a bit spicier but presentation was great as was taste. I ordered the chirashi (about $18) for my dinner and my partner ordered a sashimi dinner. Mine was incredibly huge. I think I counted at least 7 types of fish. The sashimi dinner (about $18) portion is about the same but there are many 4 varieties of fish in it. For dessert, a green tea creme brulee. The texture was a bit strange, it didn't have the light/smoothness of, say, a panno cotta, but it was still yummy. As usual, service was attentive and excellent. Not a single complaint. Well worth trying.
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Tony P.
I've been here many times over the past few years and the waiter already know me. This place never disappointed me. I love their Ika Geso and Seaweed Salad thats a must to start off with. Brought many friends to try this place and it truly never disappoint them. Theres always a smile from the waiter and waitress. Hostess for some reason this one girl always have a attitude so I would never walk in so I would always call ahead to make a reservation. I still give this place a 5 star no matter what. I love their Lobster Tempura Roll and Spider Roll and their Sashimi. Always fresh each time I order it. This is by far the best sushi restaurant I ever been to that have the freshest white tuna sashimi. I also love the variety of sake they have. I usually get a Yuzu sake cause it have this citrus taste which I can actually drink 3 or 4 bottles of it hehe... I try to come here once a week when I'm not busy with work or what ever. GREAT PLACE FOR A DATE TOO!!! Well its it for now until my next visit.
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Aly Y.
Stopped by here for an early dinner with my aunt. Nice window seat overlooking a pier, wishing we were on one of the boats docked. Food was just ok - unexciting sushi and sashimi combo. The soft-shell crab udon noodles had the right amount of heat but you couldn't detect any crab as it was deep-fried to a crisp. Service was friendly and proficient.
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Xavier S.
Recently went back to Komegashi Too for a Saturday dinner. The overall experience was just okay. For starters, when we entered the restaurant by the hostess station, there was no hostess to greet us and take us back to the seating. Instead, we stood around the area for a bit. Then when it became somewhat awkward we decided to walk to the back dining area where we were kinda intercepted by the hostess to actually get seated. So, finally when we were seated we got the seating along the wall that was right next to a wine rack facing the waterfront view. There was still daylight but the overhead lighting was barely on above us making it nearly impossible to read off the menu. The fact this happened, it took me twice as long to pick out our orders. I decided on the Tempura appetizer for the starters. This came with shrimp and some vegetables lightly fried with the dipping sauce. For the rolls, tried out one of specialty rolls called the Whatever roll that had spicy tuna, eel, and avocado on the inside and masago and eel sauce on the outside. Additionally got the name your Maki Combo where you are able to select a variety of 3 rolls from the list, and tried to the Spicy White Tuna, Eel and Cucumber, and Yellowtail and Scallion. The food came out in a timely manner, it was just the right timing after finishing up the appetizer. Some of the sushi rolls had too much rice than others, so it was a bit inconsistent roll to roll. The rolls tasted fine to me overall. The only time that the light was appropriately adjusted was when the dining room got filled up with more patrons. Also, even though we ordered draft beers, I was surprised there was no water brought out at the very start or even with the dishes. I took a glance at the dessert, but opted not to get it this time. Looks like there was some improvement to it like selling Lady M cake since the last visit.
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Chris C.
Love love love this place for lunch. Awesome fresh tight rolls, great scenery of the river and lower Manhattan. Can't say enough good stuff about it. Service can be a bit spotty at times but nothing you can't work through. It's a small place and you always find someone that works there because they're well staffed.
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Chris R.
Good rolls, great view by the water next to the marina, friendly staff
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Scott C.
Komegashi Too is one of the finest Japanese resturants in the NY/NJ area. The Lunch Specials are top notch and well rounded and the price is terrific considering you can spend more in the crappy mall food court nearby. The wait staff is more than willing to make adjustments to any order and presentation is nice and the sushi is always fresh and fast. Even the hostesses, Christina and Anna seat you with a smile and It is always a great experience there!
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Stanley Y.
Shrimp Don and beef udon are fine.
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Alex V.
Komegashi is in a great location, right next to the PATH stop and near the major hotels in Jersey City. I sat at the bar, and I was shocked by the lively crowd for a Monday night. The sushi was good, and the service was outstanding. The pricing is not cheap, but not exceptionally high either. Its not a destination, but if your looking for something in Jersey City, its a good option.
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John L.
Great service and wonderful view but the food was lacking flavor and that "punch". Head over to mitsuwa japanese market in edgewater nj for a greater more authentic japanese food offering. Overall I would go back but only if I was in the area and had no other options.
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Quan N.
Been here a couple of times, mostly for lunch. Prices are fair and portions mediocre. I suppose what really saves this place for me is the 4pm-7pm daily happy hour prices. All domestics are $2.50 and the saketinis are a steal at $5. You can't go wrong with $3 salmon roll either! Quite possibly the best happy hour prices in this area.
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James P.
Ehh, I wasn't too impressed. I live across the street so I'll get it sometimes. The food is average, i got the ramen, and it was... tasteless. They treat you pretty good so even though its expensive, its worth it sometimes. When i went, i got a salad, and appetizer with my meal which was a nice suprise. Didn't get the sushi there, but something tells me its not special.
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Michelle S.
Located right at the Newport Waterfront outside the Pavonia/Newport PATH stop, it's a quaint Sushi spot. A bit pricey if you ask me but it does deliver. They are willing (at times) to make special rolls for you but of course it'll cost you. The menu is absolutely good. The bar there is great so you and your friends can get your draaank on. I am a frequenter of the place when i have the extra cash to spare. I'm a fan, I'd definitely recommended it when one of my group members is craving sushi. Try it out for yourself.
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Jen R.
i've been coming to this place for several years, but sporadic-like, because i used to live in the area and now i visit every now and again. so this review is the culmination of about a decade of lone mid-week lunches, party-of-five saturday night dinners, take out and everything in between. this place has always been decent but a bit pricey. it's not going to woo you with omakase so much as specialty rolls with clever names such as the "whatever roll" and a view of the harbor. i have never had an exceptional meal here - neither great nor horrible - but it has always sufficed and then some. but i feel compelled to review tonight because they have obviously raised their game in the service and presentation departments since the last time i visited. i sat at the sushi bar and watched a steady stream of raw fish get picked up for the tables. they have cut down the variety of specialty rolls and gone the route of "neo-japanese" fusion. i stuck to the traditional/paleo pickings and got exactly what i always have: an very ok meal for a little more than i wish i was paying. only this time, i was paid attention to at a level that i wish all restaurants could boast. i never wanted for fresh water, never had a plate removed without my permission first or had to wait for anything, and yet never felt that i was being overwhelmed with attention. a side salad, a whatever roll, salmon roll, and piece of tobiko sushi and a cold bottle of sake for $40 with tip. and a complimentary bowl of edamame.
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Natalie S.
Love this place. The food is great, and they have a nice view of the harbor once you get inside. They also have an aquarium and a koi pond, which makes the ambiance even better. The wine flights are great, and the waiters can recommend what goes well with whatever you're ordering. Very good service and quick seating.
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Sarah R.
This is a great place in Jersey City - the sushi is really good and other food is good too. I love their chirashi and the sushi by the roll. The bar can be slow, but usually I just go straight to the table.
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Michelle W.
I used to live in the Newport, and Komegashi Too was my favorite restaurant in the area Likes: - Volcano - Special Rolls - Sashimi Dinner - Sashimi Delicious - Reasonable Price - Nice environment where you can look over hudson river
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Billy L.
Took my girlfriend here for a valentines dinner. Everything was excellent. They have a great view of the Hudson River. The food was tasty and well prepared. The service was timely and attentive. And they have a good wine selection as well. Parking is available in the lot across the street. Don't forget to validate before leaving.
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Wesley C.
My brother raved of his usual sushi spot for lunch and dinner, claiming it to be the best sushi he's ever eatten. Sure enough, Komegashi delivered to his reviews. Freshest pieces of yellowtail and fatty tuna I've eaten, cut thick and very filling. For those on spicy kicks, the wasabi shumai was great: tangy kick immediately hits you, with a tasty pork filling finish. My dad had a delicious chilean sea bass with smooth mashed potatoes. Wine lovers will enjoy a plethora of choices (our two bottles of 7 Daughters can atest). Great ritzy surroundings, with a laid-back atmosphere.
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Rosanne A.
If you live around Jersey City and don't want to trek Manhattan for some savory sushi this is the place for you. Just a walk from the Path station, with great views of downtown NYC. Nice cozy atmosphere surely great for a date or friends/family gathering. Food is always served fresh, presentable and flavorful. Try their famous appetizer "Volcano" you can have it in salmon or tuna either way its my favorite! Its like a riot in your mouth and eat it down to the last tobiko. They also come up with their own original sushi recipes when the season changes. Sampling their new recipes, like a rebel "sushi connoisseur" hasn't been a bad experience. Their sushi sauce is still beyond anything I've ever tasted, could not be replicated and that is why I keep coming back!
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Laurent M.
We have been going there for years, and have so far been delighted with the delicious food (only a couple of times were we disappointed by the sushi), and location. Lately, however, is seems like Komegashi has had a pattern of discretely increasing already high prices, cutting on service (e.g. parking validation) and lastly including 20% gratuity to all tables (which is not only high, but borderline dishonest as it not mentioned anywhere and credit card receipts still arrive with a tip line). Combined with a decreasing service quality, this is making us consider take-out as the only option we would frequent Komegashi again. I would have given it 4 stars last year.
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Stephanie Y.
I came back for another try to Komegashi Too since it's been awhile. The place is still extremely nice and for a Sunday night it was quite busy. The hot towels come which is a nice way to start a meal. Great tradition. Our server was on top of his game with water, recommendations, suggestions and overall great service. We ordered a large edamame. They came out piping hot. Solid. Where things got a little discouraging was the roll we ordered: the salmon naruto roll. It's not on the menu but the waiter offered it up when we asked for a roll with out rice. The roll came out, and I have had this roll before. Usually it's so awkwardly large you can't eat it. This $12 roll, was teeny. Five small little sections with barely any fish and avocado with a thin slice of cucumber. I would have been ok if this was $6-$7 but really $12? Definitely a rip off. I ordered the Tokyo fusion dish with steak and my man went with the sashimi special. The fish that came out on his dish was fresh and a great variety but again it was on the pricy side for the amount (we just ate at Honshu and though 2 of the fish varieties weren't as delicious, there was a hell of a lot more fish involved). My Tokyo fusion was delicious, with great spice, though I needed more and the steak was thick cuts that were delicious. However there was a whole lot of rice and very few pieces of steak and veggies for the $18 price tag. Do we see an overall theme here? Don't get the side grilled vegetables. $5 for about 6 slices of vegetables. Overall, the food is good here and if price really doesn't matter then I think you can get a great and enjoyable meal here for the location and the view.
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Jerry D.
What a horrible experience. The worst Sushi I've ever had. Service is incredibly inept.
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Jade C.
Not at all impressed. Sushi and sashimi are not fresh, they look like aged. The rice is too tight, and stagnate in the mouth.
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Zoe Z.
The sushi was fresh and well balanced with the amount of rice and meat! Delicious dons. Very flavourful and tasty! It is my third time coming back. Good martini and sake
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Frank B.
have been here a couple of times with co-workers....really fresh sushi and a nice location....we usually get a table near the windows and can get a nice view of the marina or nyc....have tried a number of rolls and have never been disappointed....usually get a couple different rolls and a soft drink and with tip runs about $20 so prices are quite reasonable as well.....will continue to go here often and recommend it to others....
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Michelle T.
This place can do no wrong. High quality ingredients, attention to detail, friendly professional service. Tuna is of high quality.
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Eriana S.
I've been a costumer for 2 years. The food is great I can't complain. But yesterday ( Tuesday night) I went there with my husband and the hostess ( Asian girl) was sooo rude that I almost went home without eating there. She put us next to a table full of screaming kids and I asked here if was possible to change. The restaurant was relatively empty and she said no, because We didn't have reservation. She said that we needed to wait 5 minutes to another table. She made us wait in a empty restaurant while she kept throwing the menus in her desk. We decided to wait and while we were eating she stared at us with a not friendly face. Thank god our server ( Indonesian guy ) was awesome and made up for the horrible service that this girl is providing in the front, If you are the manager of this place pay attention to the hostess. She can keep your costumers away due her rudeness.
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Jane K.
Excellent sushi and entrees, good service. Ivan is great! We've always been seated promptly without reservations and never felt rushed. Love Alaska and Spicy white lover roll. Chilean sea bass with pesto was delicious and a sizable portion. Hot green tea is very good and they refill it constantly. Overall, our go to place in Newport for a good dinner. Definitely recommend.
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C W.
Really great food! We loved our meal. Halfway thru i used the bathroom and was disgusted!. Why on earth would you use mothballs in the urinals??? There were at least 8-10. They are a neurotoxin! It took my breath away. Are you trying to poison your guests and employees? Unreal. Someone needs to report this. ehow.com/info_8067118_ef…
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Stephanie S.
BEST DIRTY MARTINI OF MY LIFE! Seriously it was perfection. The sushi was great as well. I usually never give 5 stars to sushi places without brown rice, but with the view of the water and amazing martini I had to. We enjoyed the volcano app, sweet potato roll, sumi roll, and another spicy roll (forgot the name) all very tasty and fresh. Only con: we wanted to order dessert and for an entire 15 mins our waitress was no where to be found.
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Sona D.
I like komegashi one better, but the sushi is great here. View is amazing, and menu varies. Down side is other patrons. An over-entitled couple with two young children ignored them while they ran wild, yelling, pestering diners, and spilling things. Table on other side was dull young bankers braying loudly. It would be a good place to go on a date if it weren't in Newport. Go when it's not a work night. Or try for a table at the window. Komegashi One gets a quieter clientele and has lovely food, too, but no view. Next time I'll walk my lazy self over there and dine in peace.
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CJ J.
Food was okay nothing special, but the server was extremely rude. They were keep on rushing us. I could see that they were having really bad time at the restaurant. I dont know what exactly going on there but it just ruined my dinner
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The Reviewer S.
This is the best restaurant in Newport, in my opinion. I strongly recommend tuna tacos, tuna ceviche, tiradito, and spicy white lover roll. The view and ambiance are also very nice.
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Danny N.
I FOUND GLASS IN MY ROLL AND MY FRIEND FOUND A PIECE OF HARD PLASTIC IN HERS. Normally this statement would be enough to not come back but there's a bit more to it. This use to be my "go to" spot in Newport for sushi. After what happened I am never going back. If it's an honest accident that's fine but the manager did not really care. The worst part is the manager comped us the rolls that had glass and plastic in them but expected us to pay for the rest of the rolls / meal. REALLY? What's funny is that a couple having dinner in the table next to us overheard our complaint and said they found glass on a previous visit. I guess they must have gotten better treatment during that incident and was willing to give the place a second chance but separate incidents show that something is going on with the quality control here. If you can't keep foreign objects out of the sushi then I really question if they're handling their raw fish properly.
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Jessica D.
This is probably one of the most elegant & beautiful Japanese restaurants I've been too, and the 2nd restaurant I've been to in New Jersey. Is there anything more beautiful with a restaurant that has a view of the ocean & skyline? I don't think so. Food & Service was great and right on point! Ika Geso (Deep Fried Squid Legs) - When my friend mentioned 'squid legs' I was a little hesitant to try and order it but it is part of a squid afterall. It was very crunchy and tasty,probably one of best fried calamari's I've tried so far. Agedashi Tofu (Fried Tofu) - This was rather a simplicit appetizer but overall, tasty and well-presented. Lobster Tempura Roll - They used REAL lobster meat, never seen this in the sushi restaurants I've been to but very good job with presentation and taste! Spider roll - I never been a big fan of this but it was alright and well presented. Slightly pricey? yes but overall, a great place to be for a date or a casual dinner and night out with friends! I'd love to come back here.
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Newyorkerlove L.
I ordered take out food from this place. Found plastic wrap, a long strand of hair of a different color (I have short hair, so it's not mine), and some other type of weird plastic in my food. I'm not kidding. I don't want to go back to ask for a refund because I need to walk there, but I don't plan to eat there anytime soon again. (Someone else on yelp said they found glass in their food so I'm not the only one who came across some interesting objects in their meals.)
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Hans H.
There is nothing really special about this place. The food is ok, the drinks are ok and the space is rather disappointing. The personnel is nice, and that's what saves them from a two-star rating.
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Jason H.
Komegashi had come highly recommended from a few friends so I wanted to give it a try. I've certainly had better sushi before in my life but it wasn't the worst. I've been trying to find a good, reasonably priced sushi spot in JC. Needless to say I'm still looking. The restaurant has a modern look with some nice views of the river. The restaurant was clean which is always key, especially when you are eating raw food. Service was attentive enough. At times I was left with an empty water glass for long periods of time but I guess I can't expect too much. I sat at the sushi bar since sushi was the goal of this trip and I was rolling in solo. Usually I will try to interact with the sushi chefs to see find out what they feel is the best, freshest fish they have but these guys weren't very talkative. I wanted to try a variety of their sashimi so I decided to order the chirashi bowl. I also ordered a tuna hand roll since I feel the quality of tuna a restaurant has is a good indicator of how much they really care. Shortly after ordering I was given a nice sized bowl of cold edamame and very hot miso soup. The soup was above average thanks to it's temperature. 15 minutes later I was handed my meal from one of the sushi chefs. I was pleasantly surprised by the portion size of both the chirashi bowl and the hand roll so no complaint there. The sushi rice was a bit sweeter than I like it to be. The biggest issue was the fish. In the bowl on top of the rice was a mix of salmon, tuna, white tuna, yellowtail and what appeared to be mackerel. Nothing tasted very fresh. The tuna quality in the bowl and the roll wasn't very good. It was a very pale pink, no fat marbling whatsoever. I ended up leaving very full but a bit disappointed. My review is based on my one and only solo trip to the restaurant so as always I'll have to give it another shot sometime down the road. Maybe after Hudson Country Restaurant week is over.
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Mike S.
Ate there a few times and it was't bad. Got the teriyaki chicken they other day, and it was worse than bad. The chicken was fatty and chewy, and to be fair it can happen anywhere. I gave the place a second chance a week later, and it was worse. There was a bone or ligament, so now I am out. Never again.
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Howard Z.
To start, I do not like how people rate this as "$$". This place is easily $$$. Unless everybody else is getting crazy deals or don't eat much, it is very easy to spend $30+ per person here. Sushi was ok. Ordered Sushi Lovers Platter for 3. All of the fish seemed fresh except one (I couldn't tell what it was). It was kind of stringy? Nothing unbelievably out of the ordinary. The view is ok; it doesn't look directly out to the city; it's right next to a small bit of water. Service is as expected of a location of this caliber. I might have missed out by not ordering special rolls but we were going a little more for quantity than special.
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Mika C.
This place is so excellent. Amazing quality sushi, all the food here is of great quality. I don't at all agree with the bad reviews.
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Renee B.
A gem of jersey city. I have been to Komegashi Too twice. Fresh fish, good service, yummy cocktails and reasonable prices. Every piece of sushi I've had there has been super tasty. I tried the chocolate cake for some reason... and of course it was meh... it's a japanese restaurant, why would they have a bomb chocolate cake? Waitstaff was very attentive. I enjoyed the first visit where we sat at the sushi bar, as well as our reserved table by the windows overlooking the docks. My husband and I spent about $100 for a small edamame, a pork belly app, a fried bonito fish app, three sushi rolls, four adult beverages and a piece of cake... yum.
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Duncan B.
This review is for takeout only. We live next door. Sushi is my favorite food. I had it for the first time last night. Fish wasn't bad but it wasn't super fresh and tasty. Some of my fish had the skin on it still and there were a few pieces that still had the dark meat sections that you would usually cut out. The spicy tuna roll was good but it had a lot of rice and not enough fish. The yellowtail was not a premium cut. Lastly, the rainbow roll was relatively tasty, but on the skimpy side.
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Charles M.
The view was nice but that's about it. I'd like to comment about the food but I can't due to the fact that we were never waited upon. We must have sat there for about 20 minutes but no one came to even take our drink order. If the staff was incompetent enough to ignore it's customers, I doubt the food could have been any good.
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Anushka J.
my first sushi place , n still serves the sushi rolls i love the most!!! its a must have from here in a week!!! The specials sushi rolls are simply amazing . for the suhsi first timers should try the godzilla roll and sumi roll to start with ,they will make you fall in love with sushi. An appetizer which goes unnoticed is grilled tuna which is served with perfectly flavored sauce to go along with it.and after sumptuous sushi meal Green Tea Creme Brulee is the perfect dessert.
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TX B.
GLASS IN MY FOOD AND CRAPPY MANAGEMENT. DO NOT GO HERE. Let me just say that I understand Jersey City does not have a lot of sushi options. Go to Honshu by Exchange Place -- it is 10x better and the employees respect their customers. We ordered a lot of food. Half way through our meal, two members of our party found glass/hard plastic in their sushi rolls. I complained to the manager, who gave a quick apology and offered us new rolls, dessert, or "whatever they could do for us." She also said not to worry about paying for the rolls. She pushed the free dessert on us and some rolls, even though we declined several times. (Lost my appetite much?) We said fine to dessert since it was my boyfriend's birthday. The bill came and we were still charged for everything minus the dessert and glass/plastic rolls. Her argument was that "well you guys still drank the cokes, ate the other rolls, etc). By the way, we did not eat the other rolls because the waiter took our plates away. She began crying that she had comped us so much food already and overlooked the fact that her staff served us food with GLASS IN IT. This establishment does not care about its customers and has no sense of quality control. If anyone chokes on any pieces of glass, give me a call and I will pay for your lawyer and take you out for some beers.
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Brady H.
This is no Sushi Yasuda, but its a very pleasant surprise in Jersey City. First, the food. My wife and I both ordered the chirashi royale and were very pleased at both the amount of fish, the quality, and the variety for $30. The uni was a nice touch. My cousin and his wife ordered a shared sushi platter - that also looked decent for the price. This place's fish is good enough for a neighborhood sushi joint. I wouldn't travel across town to go here, but its perfectly fine if you are in that areas. Ambiance - good enough. Yes, it has a view of some water. The night before we actually dined at Michael Anthony just across the way from this place - it was funny to have a view of the Michael Anthony restaurant. Service - I noticed some people on yelp complained but I found the service excellent. We were warmly greeted and they quickly set up a table for four adults + a 2 year old requiring a high chair and some space for our 4 month in a stroller. Thumbs up all around. Waitress was also nice and the rest of the staff was prompt and attentive. I actually do'nt have much recollection of most of the service but at no time did I feel like I was waiting for anything. Excellent!
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Lorin R.
The food was great. Pricey. But the service was so-so. Took forever for us to get our dinner. And the staff had some attitude.
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Ja'Bette L.
For sushi close to the Marriott, not a bad deal. The sushi wasn't great, small rolls, and a little uninspiring. Not sure what the advantage is to coming here versus the food court in the mall across the street??? Ah yes... you take ten fewer steps, and get a view of the harbor.
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Anthony N.
I ordered over the phone, and the lady I spoke with was real nice and helpful with every thing. It was a bit pricy for a bowl of Udon, $16.00, but they also delivered. It was for a sick friend, and so I asked them to separate the broth with the noodles/meat/veggies so she could save it for later. It ended up being mixed together anyways, but was still good to eat later regardless!
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D R.
Me loves the marina...Komegashi is located right on the Hudson with a maahvelous view of the *Manhattan* skyline...mmmhmmm. The food is pretty much as good as it gets......(I had the shrimp teriyaki and some unagi)...It's only a few minutes from nyc on the Path...get off at pavonia...there's a huge (Newport) mall right across the street, a movie theater inside..starbucks on the corner.....if you ever want to get away from the city it's just a hop, a skip-a-dee-skip, & a jump away (literally)!! ****************** p.s. don't be afraid! it's jersey, not beirut! ******************
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Shyr F.
Food is good, service is not so good, unattentive, lazy waitresses. bitchy receptionist- wouldn't let us eat there even thought their website says their open from 12-2:30pm and i got there at 2:18 with two of my friends. i called at 2:08 asking her to hold it- she says no, last call is in 5 minutes. but we drove there anyway but got refused anyway. Why say you're open till 2:30 when you wont accept customers past 2:15. it's bullshit.
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Lisa F.
Great food and views. Greeting was quite slow.
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Shielah M.
I came here on a Thursday night to meet couple of my friends for a little catch up. I used to pass by this place quite often every time I take the train to the city. It looks small from the outside but don't let that fool you! They have plenty of space all the way to the back overlooking the Hudson, and skyscrapers which I think would be really pretty during the night. I was very pleased with the staff, they were always right on it when I needed to order extra or just need water. The food wasn't so bad either. I had the spicy tuna roll; salmon roll and had some taste of the beef teriyaki, salmon salad and dumplings. Overall the experience was great! I would come back again!
(4)
David C.
I've been coming here since 2005 on and off whenever I'm in the mood for sushi. Within the past year or so I noticed the quality of food and care for presentation has been lacking. On my last trip there I was told that there was a long wait time and I would had to sit at the bar. 2 to 3 mins after seating another group was told by another hostess that they will be seating in few mins. How does one hostess know that a seat is available and other doesn't? After sitting down the bartender took forever to come take our order and then even longer to make our drinks. Not sure how the staff was trained but they brought my entree before my apps were all out. I order Katsu don and it looked like it was popped into a microwave. Luke warm at best! I'm just disappointed that a fine sushi restaurant doesn't make the entrees fresh! Even the rice was warm! Come on!! I'm glad I'm moving so I won't be forced to come back. Side noted! No offense to my hard working Chinese/Taiwanese peeps but a fine dining sushi restaurant that charges high prices should have a Japanese head sushi chef....
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Elaine M.
OK, so this place is no longer my absolute favorite sushi place in NJ anymore, NOT because of anything they've done wrong, but rather because of other sushi places I've discovered that I've decided I like even better. Regardless, Komegashi Too is still a fabulous sushi spot and you can't really go wrong with a dining experience here.
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Julie S.
I never get tired of this place. I avoided it for two years, because I thought it wouldn't measure up to my NY standards. The sushi/sashimi rocks. The appetizers rock. I love their shrimp and shitake pasta. Their desserts are great. Love being on the water. Only thing is I wish they could make the restaurant a little bit bigger.
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Claire L.
I go there for lunch very often. The food quality is good for the price. And I love salmon teriyaki there. I don't think the dinner price is cheap though. If they have tofu teriyaki, I would be even more interested.
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Sylvain P.
Nestled in Newport, NJ across the river from Manhattan, this restaurant resembles a slapped together piece of artwork made by a five year old with an inner ear problem. The sushi was meek at best and the reality of it all, made apparent early on, was the terrible service. The waiter didn't seem interested in serving us.
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Inez C.
"The Situation" that brought me to Komegashi Too was far from the GTL . . .but your basic SSR (sashimi, sushi, rolls). Took an extremely short trip out to the right coast to check out potential possibilities. As with any yelp journey I soon found myself at Komegashi. The environment was much different then my other Japanese Cuisine establishments, but you just can't beat the flavor of their sushi and creative rolls!!
(4)
Kristen M.
Great Sushi...extremely fresh and beautiful views. Some of the nicest sushi presentation this side of the Hudson.
(4)
Elmo G.
Another great sushi place! The food is DELICIOUS!!! Some of the appetizers both look AND taste amazing. The ice cream for a dessert was also exceptional...
(5)
Julia E.
I've been here a couple times, but never really cared for it. Then I tried the red snapper with hot tea broth and fell in love. Now I'm hooked. The sushi was awesome on my last visit too. Guess they're stepping up.
Love it! Sushi is VERY fresh and the atmosphere is wonderful. You can go dressed up or casual. Lots of intimate seating for two in front of a window right on the water. Pricing is reasonable, definitely not the worst I've seen for sushi, especially given the quality of the rolls. I was very happy with my meals from Komegashi. P.S. Their fried ice cream is also some of the best, if not the best, I have ever had. And they validate your parking for the garage across the street. I highly recommend this place.
(5)
Jessica B.
delicious food, great view, great wine selection & good service.
(4)
Michelle C.
decent food. good service. great view --- if that's what you're there for. this restaurant has always been chosen for its consistency, full bar and its convenient location. management puts up with a large group of patrons having a "nice" time and everyone always walks out happy. i've been here more times than i care to remember and have never seen anyone gripe about anything.
(3)
Priyanka B.
I enjoy going to this place for lunch during the week. My favorite dish is chicken teriyaki here and the miso soup is awesome too :)
(4)
Bianca T.
Dining at this restaurant is always a treat. My boyfriend and I have been dining at this restaurant for over 10 years and have spent several valentine's day and anniversary dinners here! We always order the Smoky Tiger roll and constantly crave for the Creamy Nirvana roll. Avoid busy nights if you are uncomfortable with sitting near other parties, as the tables are arranged in close proximity to other diners. Try the avocado tempura (appetizer), and some special rolls (Super STsquared & Banana Mama). A lot of their older rolls are no longer on the menu, but the sushi chefs will still make them for you-- making their menu that much more extensive. Not a fan of sushi? Their chicken teriyaki is super tasty- served: with carrots; and over a bed of sweet onions drenched in teriyaki sauce. Still have room for dessert? Indulge in their selection of fried ice cream served with Pocky sticks. If you're looking for something a bit lighter go for green tea mille crepe cake (Lady M), served with a side of fruit and whipped cream.. delicious! The overall atmosphere (food, ambiance, and staff) has contributed to every Komegashi Too experience to be a very pleasant one.
(5)
Matt G.
My favorite sushi spot in JC. Consistently good, staff is friendly and they do deliver to the hotels in the area.
(5)
Brian M.
That 1 star review down below kinda bummed me out! That's a crazy story! Somehow, I'm not surprised though...I really have no reason to not be not surprised...so I dunno where this feeling of no surprise has spawned from. Parking is free if you park in the deck across the street and get validated. The sushi is definitely good and some of the rolls are pretty eccentric. And no reservations unless it's dos patrons. The drinks are amazing...not watered down. Which justifies the prices I guess? This is a place you come to twice a month...or maybe for a nice date. Unless you like to eat with views of the water every night and/or have a tree in your backyard upon which money grows.
(4)
John S.
Terrible service. With so much competition in the restaurant industry, I don't understand why a place would be so rude to people. I went during the middle of the day when the place was half empty. An Asian girl working as a hostess sat my wife and me in the corner. When my wife asked her if we could sit at a different table because we had luggage and the space was too cramped, she rolled her eyes and condescendingly pointed out that the other table had three chairs so it would not be okay. I chuckled and left. The restaurant was empty but even if it wasn't, there is no excuse for being so rude. I have never encountered such a situation before, and it is really disappointing that she could not exercise basic judgment or manners. I will never be coming here again and will inform everyone I know to not waste their time with this place. I guess judging by the other reviews on here my experience was not an exception.
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Monica D.
Sushi here was nothing special and neither was their seaweed salad. Overpriced for what they offer and for the quality of sushi they give you. However, service was good and the atmosphere is nice. Doesn't look spacious from the outside but once you walk in and head straight to the back, there is a decent size dining area.
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Alison C.
I had heard rave reviews of Komegashi for years. Though I was not sure which of the two locations was the one more highly recommended, I figured I would start with the Newport one, which was more convenient. Well, from the facade, this place looked like nothing special. However, once inside, I was pleasantly surprised by the modern decor and beautiful views of the Hudson River. We were then further dazzled by the gracious service we received. I mean, we were presented with complimentary edamame, which was a nice touch. We munched away on that, while will sipped our affordable and tasty bottle of sparkling sake. We had found the menu rather odd for a Japanese place. For example, why include mashed potatoes and chicken fingers?? Regardless, we stuck to the ethnic specialties and were not disappointed. The steamed Shrimp Shumai contained plump, flavorful shellfish, wrapped in delicate noodles. They were some of the best I have ever had. Our meals came with some savory miso soup that was packed with hearty miso paste. My entree of Pan-Roasted Chilean Sea Bass was cooked perfectly in a sweet yuzu-miso sauce. I would have liked if they had a softer hand with the glaze though, since it was a bit too sugary. I did love how the fish was served with delicious sauteed bok choy and shiitake mushrooms. The Sushi & Sashimi Combo was also great. It contained 7 pieces of sashimi, 7 pieces of sushi, and a tuna roll. Each piece of fish was extremely fresh and tasty, especially the yellowtail and salmon varieties. Our experience at Komegashi Too was a delight from start to finish. Plus, they validated parking for the garage across the street, so we could not get much better than that!
(4)
Justin C.
Great selection of fresh sushi. The Godzilla roll is my personal favorite.
(4)
Chrissy C.
My vodka soda was kind of weak, and my sashimi took longer to come out than the steak teriyaki my friend got?? Uh, it's RAW. as in UNCOOKED... We sat right by the window overlooking the water, so looking at that plus all the boats I'll never afford was nice too. Seemed a bit expensive, but then again, it's Newport.
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Travis D.
Love this place! They validate parking for the garage across the street - be sure to take advantage. The sushi is very good - fresh and many unique options to choose from. I have been many times with my wife and take family and friends here when they come to visit. Great area to walk around and enjoy before or after dinner - located right on the marina in Newport. There is a Starbucks next door to grab a coffee or espresso after dinner or a Bubble Tea spot across the street for gelato or tea. We really like their roll of the year - I think it is called the Sumi roll? Very interesting - it has yellow tail and tune with avocado, jalapeno and MANGO! Topped with a little Sriracha. Too good. We also always get their white fish carpcaccio - black sea salt, truffle oil and yuzu - YUM! From there, we always like to try something a little new each time and everything has been fresh and great tasting. We normally stick to the sushi rolls, sashimi, nigiri and appetizers. They change up their featured items pretty often - I think these are a mix of menu staples and new creations. We always try to grab something we haven't tried prior off of the featured menu and have not been disappointed yet. Wine prices are very reasonable. Very good selection of many wines we like to drink at home so I know they are not marked up horrendously. My wife has done the wine flight a few times and it was also a good value for the amount of wine served. We normally like to go on a nice evening and have a drink outside at the Skylark across the street before dinner at Komegashi Too. They have really good Sangria. Never have been too impressed by their food, but they have good cocktails and plenty of outdoor seating. After dinner, we always grab a coffee or tea and take a walk along the water before heading back home. Always a great evening out.
(4)
Subiya K.
I love love love this place. Nice cozy little place with a great view of the river and excellent delivery services. The sushi / sashimi is very fresh. My favorites are the spicy tuna tartar, spicy jalapeño roll, Shrimp teriyaki fusion with Udon noodles, and they have the best house salad dressing ... it is made fresh every day in the morning. Their madame chocolate cake is really light and not too sweet. Love it. Two thumbs up for good food and ambiance.
(5)
Lilly B.
The food is good. However, our waitress is just rude. Other staff are good, but our waitress is just so unprofessional. When I ask her questions about the food, she is just so impatient. Also, 20% tip is the only choice on the bill. I understand that the staff deserve a good tip and I am happy to pay more tip if the service is good. But just don't put the 20% tips on my bill without asking my opinion! This is rude.
(2)
James K.
I've had some really delicious food at Komegashi Too, but I was disappointed by the nabeyaki udon today. The chicken was few and over cooked, the broth was bland, and the noodles were also over cooked. I would give it two stars but I love most of the other stuff I've gotten here so the low rating is only for the nabeyaki udon. I also got the pumpkin roll today and that was yummy.
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Karen S.
If you want a great Japanese restaurant with a great marina view AND great food, come here. I've been to many sushi restaurants and this is my favorite in Jersey City. (better than their sister restaurant on Montgomery Avenue) Haven't had bad sushi there yet. Everything from their basic rolls (i.e. spicy tuna) to their own creations are fun to eat and great flavor with beautiful presentations. Their non sushi, japanese dishes are tasty, pretty to look at and just as delicious. Excellent options for the non sushi eaters. Service is attentive, ambience nice, friendly bar if you dine alone, clean bathroom. Parking lot is across the street and Komegashi validates for up to 4 hours. For the commuters, it is right outside the Pavonia/Newport path.
(4)
Vanessa S.
The special rolls here are AMAZING. Komegashi is THE restaurant that converted me into a sushi fan. The rolls are incredibly fresh and moist. Thanks to a well-balanced combination of mayo and sauce, I don't even bother dipping my sushi into soy sauce. I recommend the BBQ Lover roll, the Spider roll, and the ST squared roll. The sushi is a little pricey but certainly comparable to almost any sushi place in NYC (and the price is well-worth the quality of food you're getting). In addition to the Special rolls, I recommend getting the over rice meals (sukiyaki-ju, katsu-ju, etc). Very satisfying and authentic. =) The ambiance and service is very nice here. I got a warm towel for cleaning my hands and wiping my face, and our table got a complimentary edamame appetizer that was super tasty. I recommend sitting on the inside rather than at the bar because you overlook the harbor and NY skyline.
(5)
Amortya R.
Amazing food, excellent service, great desserts. Strongly recommended given the limited eating options in the Newport/Pavonia area of Jersey City.
(5)
Karthik N.
Didn't like the sushi very much. I've definitely had better.
(2)
Lynn R.
Nice place. Nice view of the Hudson River and NY skyline. Food selection is good with reasonable prices. Quality is ok. Do not expect top grade sashimi -- they are on the dry side. Their brown rice is delicious. Miso soup is very light. Very friendly servers.
(4)
Mark G.
Pros: - Classy, beautiful sushi fusion place - Great waterfront location - Great bar and service Cons: - Tad pricey Conclusion: Excellent for dates
(4)
Theda S.
Best sushi in Jersey City/Hoboken area but still falls short of my NYC sushi standards. If the rolls where a bit more inventive i'd be willing to upgrade my rating. Solid sushi, just nothing special.
(3)
Eddie T.
So I just ate here for lunch with some colleagues. The decor is very nice; nice sushi bar with 3-4 sushi chefs, nice bar, and the dine-in seating and music is set to the perfect level where you can have a nice conversation with your company and not be bothered by conversations of other diners. The lighting is set nicely and there are two televisions by the bar which provide perfect sports entertainment for today where the Yankees are holding their home opener against the Angels. The restaurant has a great view of the marina and its far enough but not too far from the offices. The bartenders and wait staff are very nice and responsive. I can certainly see people coming here after work for drinks and sports. The food itself isn't particularly fantastic but it will do for a sushi place in Jersey City. Generally, my standards for sushi are pretty high so I don't blame this restaurant, I do blame the wonderful experiences I've had at other places. I had the sashimi and it was just okay, not the freshest but still very edible. One of my colleagues had the curry chicken and he said it was "good." My other colleague had the sushi and sashimi combination and though it was "alright." Another colleague of mine had the chicken katsu I believe and she liked it. The price point of their food is on par with most places in New York and New Jersey, but would be relatively expensive compared to comparable places in the other boroughs of New York. Overall, a pleasant experience. I can't say that I would come here often, but when I do get the itch for sushi in the middle of the work day, I would certainly come here if I can't wait to get back to Manhattan for sushi. One last thing: I don't mind this, but I know that some other people do, they don't split single table checks into separate individual checks, just thought that some people might want to know that.
(3)
Miranda B.
Just got home from here and I wont be returning, I am so disappointed! I've worked and lived by this place since it opened and have only been here once prior to this evening and only for drinks with colleagues, but tonight for food and not only was it too pricey for what we got, but it wasn't that good either.
(2)
Stan D.
Had dinner here tonight. The place was pretty busy even though it's a Tuesday, yet the service was reasonably fast and very friendly. I've had better food elsewhere, but the meal was not disappointing in any way. Recommended.
(4)
kiddeft k.
Very nice place with a great view. The inside decor is modern and everytime I've been here, I've never had a bad experience. Plus they validate your parking if you park in the lot across the street.
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Steven D.
I don't eat sushi, but I do love their Pork Katsu rolls wrapped in asparagus with the bbq sauce on the side. Trust me, you won't be able to finish it all. The staff is always warm and friendly and the views of NYC are nice.
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Jul C.
this is our go-to place for sushi during the weeknight when we want our sushi expectations met deliciously without question. we can always count on komegashi to deliver consistently each time. their specialty rolls are also tasty and unique.
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Lucy F.
I ate here a few months ago with my bf and we both had a horrible time. The wait wasn't to long since the it was before the nightly dinner rush. There were maybe 15-20 people in the restaurant. We were seated right next to a couple even though there were plenty of empty tables all around. They couldn't even move us one table over! The sushi (California roll and Spicy tuna roll) was sloppily made. The rice was falling everywhere! We also ordered fried chicken wings as appetizers and it was disgusting. They shave the meat to make the chicken wings looks like lollipop sticks. Who wants a lollipop of meat ?!?! The service was horrible especially for non-dinner rush hour. They only plus is the decor is great and the view of the water is nice. Maybe it was a one time fluke but neither of us is willing to try this place again. (that's how bad the experience was...)
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Simon X.
The best thing about Komegashi Too is that it's conveniently located right outside the Path station. There really aren't that many good Asian places around Newport area so this was a surprisingly good find. Overall I would say the food is good but a bit overpriced. They have some interesting appetizers but nothing new for entrees. Nice decor and friendly staff makes this an pleasant location for a comfortable meal, but nothing more. However if you don't mind a longer trip, there are much better destinations in Manhattan.
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Jen L.
Finding good restaurants in New Jersey can be difficult...and specifically finding a Japanese restaurant that consistently makes quality food paired with quality service is even more difficult. Each and every time I come here for lunch or dinner, I have absolutely no complaints. I never get tired of eating here because the menu offers a very good variety of entrees and rolls. The specialty rolls are excellent! They actually taste different. Many Japanese restaurants serve rolls that end up tasting the same once they are dipped into the wasabi and soy sauce. However, that is not the case at Komegashi. The rolls really do have distinct tastes. I thoroughly enjoy that about them. Komegashi is always a hit & never a miss for me.
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Gary F.
Sit at the sushi bar and ask for Seiji. (he is off Thursdays and Sundays) He does a phenomenal job and makes things both on and off menu. Excellent, fresh food...
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Yara C.
I don't know...I came to this place for a quick and light lunch; salmon cucumber rolls to take out. why i had to wait 15 minutes for something that would take 3 minutes at sarku is beyond me...especially since the entire restaurant was EMPTY. when I opened the box I found these bite size sushi rolls, they tasted good but i was very disapoointed because i felt jipped. major downgrade, komegashi too.
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Kim L.
Best Japanese place in NJ thus far. You don't have to worry about parking here because you drop your car at the lot across the street and validate for up to 3-4 hours. Perfect place for a date because of the view of the water, quality of sushi and atmosphere.
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Samira S.
Gazing at NY from across the river is a beautiful thing, but its even better while chowing down on some tender, flavorful eel. Komegashi Too has excellent seating, and even better food. My last jaunt to the restaurant included a delicious order of tempura vegetables, the house salad, eel sushi, beef negimaki and for dessert, the green tea ice cream. The tempura-ed veggies were perfectly battered and a good start to the evening. I couldn't get enough of the ginger dressing on that salad, I even requested a little extra in case I got greedy. The eel was a tad bit small, but good nonetheless, and there was a generous amount of eel sauce and ginger for me to enjoy. Now the beef negimaki was SO, SO, good. For people who don't know, negimaki is basically sushi, but with beef on the outside, scallion on the inside, and a yum-tastic sauce on top. The beef was so juicy and the scallion so crisp, I nearly died with each bite. I've had a few versions of green tea ice cream, my favorite being Monster Sushi's. This spin on it was very bitter and I didn't care for it at all. All matcha, and no sweetness. My drinks for the night included Sapporo and plum wine w/ my dessert. Both very good. The staff was slightly inattentive,I had to ask twice for my check. Other than that, this is an excellent idea for sushi in the Jersey City area.
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Fran C.
I have gone to this place many times in the past as well as its "cousin" Komegashi. The food is good. The sashimi is fresh and the service has been friendly. Today is the first time I have experienced what a great place it was for families with kids. The waiting area features a small pond with koi - a wonderful distraction for kids and a breather for the adult. They have small melamine kiddie bowls, the ideal serving size and type for kids. The food then served was very yummy. I have started to introduce my kids to great food of different cuisines and they have had sushi before. After today's meal at Komegashi Too, they will only enhance their love of Japanese food.
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Robert L.
Always looking for new places to tantalize our palates my wife and I decided to take a road trip to Jersey City, NJ and give Komegashi a go. After being on the road for about two hours and having not eaten all day we arrived at our destination at about 2PM. We walked through the door and the hostess that greeted us told us they did last call about 5 minutes ago and were only doing take out. Mind you the sign in the door says open and their web site says lunch served from 12PM to 2:30PM and it is only about 2PM now, Hmmmmm. I advised the hostess that we just drove two hours to eat at Komegashi and could she just seat us as you did last call five minutes ago. No, I'm sorry you can do take out if you like but all the chefs go home at two O'Clock. Again Hmmmm, who is cooking the take out food if the chefs all go home at two O'Clock. Seeing this establishment is nothing but lies and deceit I opted not to push the issue and take a chance of being seated to only be treated by yet another rude employee of this establishment. We headed back to the parking garage where we advised the young lady at the cashier's office of our incident and that the restaurant would not seat us as they said they were closed and she was so kind to waive the five dollar parking fee for the fifteen minuets we where parked. At least there is some humanity left in Jersey City and with that we headed off to Hoboken where we enjoyed a much better time at Robongi and were greeted with a smile and waited upon like royalty.
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Arnab M.
Honestly, I don't know why this place has mainly four and five star ratings, because I think I'm being generous with three. The waitress was certainly not a pleasure for starters, she was visibly not thrilled to be serving us, as though something bad happened to her that day, or perhaps she's always like that, who knows? The vegetable udon soup was in this enormous bowl with more broth/water than anything else, not to mention that it was flavorless, and barely contained any veggies other than broccoli. I had to ask for salt and pepper to give it some flavor. Oh yeah, what on earth is the deal with not having salt and pepper on that tables by default?! My friends weren't thrilled with their sushi and the edamame was cold and rubbery. Apparently Jersey City standards are in line with the rest of New Jersey, I don't even know why I expected better.
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Shijun K.
like this place. so far, the only good Japanese food I can find on this side of Hudson. shrimp tempura, tuna roll, fresh sashimi, and wonderful una ju / katsu ju. whatever I tried is good. a little pricey btw, they do delivery.
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Fiddos J.
the sushi here is awful - the fish was rubbery and textureless (unless rubber is a texture for sushi) - and the rice was stale.
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Matt W.
This is a hidden gem of the NYC metro area, especially being in Jersey City, and also kinda off the beaten path. I am not a huge sushi person, which is probably why most people like this place, so it is good that they have a diverse menu. Their chicken teriyaki is as simple as it comes (chicken in teriyaki sauce and some veggies with rice on the side) yet is done to perfection. The chicken is so tender and also a nice large portion. Great with a one liter can of Asahi beer. My friends also tell me the sushi is good. The scenic manhattan views are over-rated unless you actually sit by a window. Otherwise, the interior decor is nice. One more bonus: free mints on the way out. Gotta love that
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RoxC C.
My fave! I LOVE eating the sweet nirvana.... It is delicous! I've gone there a few times with my bff. Turned a friend out on sushi, never ate it before. They loved it. It's such a nice little spot. Love, Love, Love it......
(5)
Gabriel L.
We go for luch quite often to this place. The lunch menu is relatively cheap and even though they are always full the service is pretty good. The sushi and sahimi are great and you can always ask to be made any way you like. The view of the marina is good but it's not quite a direct view of Manhattan.
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Shreya M.
Okay, so in my book Jersey City and more specifically, Newport Pavonia doesn't really count as being in "Jersey." The sushi here is really worth the path train ride out of the city limits. I really haven't found fresh and delicious sushi like this considering the price range. They even know how to make mango and raw fish taste good together. Who knew? My personal favorite is the Crunchy Dragon Roll. Also, they have decadent desserts to finish a nice meal while overlooking the Hudson River. Try the coffee creme brulee, or the warm chocolate cake with a side of green tea ice cream. Mmmmmmmmmmm. Ambience is fun, trendy, and hip. A great place for a date.
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Susalina N.
I am a big fan of Komegashi Too. The food is really tasty (better than the other sushi places in Hoboken, where I live) and the view of the Hudson is so pretty. I never felt the prices were particularly high, but maybe there are cheap places in JC? I am shocked that so many people noted poor service. I've always had a really good experience with everyone at Komegashi. I've had a few different servers - all were knowledgeable and very nice. The few times I've gone the restaurant was pretty busy, but I didn't feel rushed. One time when there was a wait the hostess suggested we wait at the bar for our table, and the bartender (Kelli, I think) was very nice. I thought the hostess herself was very sweet, no problems there. During our meal the manager (Lisa) came over to see how everything was. She got me a drink refill without just telling me to wait for my server, which I thought was really nice. Excellent service from everyone I came in contact with...I don't know what the reviewers are talking about regarding snooty people at Komegashi! It sounds some of these reviewers were trying to come in when the restaurant was closing, etc. and you can't expect a restaurant to change its hours just for you...in my opinion. I'm a big fan of Komegashi and highly recommend it! Excellent food, really nice atmosphere with the water view, and very kind service.
(5)
Joyhan S.
It's nice when one can be pleasantly surprised by the unexpected. I hardly ever expect a restaurant located in an office building to serve really good food. It's right outside the Newport PATH station, past the parading yuppies; upon entering, there's nothing officey or corporate about it. After galavanting all over Manhatten, fighting gay parade traffic, and feeling queasy about my dinner with some mucho VIPs, Komegashi's quiet waterfall-on-the-wall, dark bamboo and teak furnishings, quiet jazz on the overhead, fantastic view of the marina were all soothing to me. Started out with some zaru-soba to clean out the system. Pretty standard buckwheat with cold ponzu. Then on to some nigiri; the fish tasted fresh and was like buttah on my tongue. Only thing was they didn't put a small dab of wasabi between the fish and rice, but maybe the're catering to the general clientele here. Tried some negimaki which was tender and slightly sweet. Then we tried several rolls: the Dragon was rich and slightly briny - bit too heavy for me. There was the Pink Panther with strawberries and mango, which I could have as a dessert roll, with a fruity sweetness that wasn't overpowering the fish. Then we tried something called a Banana Mama which is unagi with banana, freaky, but the combination worked for me. I was dining with a large group and some had ordered the beef shabu-shabu, which I got to sample. I thought the vegetables were lacking variety but the beef was very tender and so good with the sesame dipping sauce. I could've poured that sauce down my throat with nothing else, it was so light and creamy. The bar carries everything but I stuck with an organic nigori served chilled. The waitstaff was super attentive and never let any of us pour our own drinks. The food is probably expensive even for NYC standards but for 6 people, including 5 bottles of sake and 2 large beers and tip the total was under 5 bills.
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Haruhi M.
This restaurant was close to the hotel I stayed at, so I ended up going here quite a few times. The food was good, I'd recommend the black cod and chilean sea bass if you're going for dinner. Good views as well, but don't go out of your way for it.
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Pedro E.
This place is pretty good. Nice location, friendly staff, great view of New York Skyline, and reasonable prices. Funny, I don't like fish, I just go there for the chicken teriyaki or the steak. The crowd is usually good, not rowdy, mature. My fianc and I go there regularly with her kids. All around nice enviorment. Highly recommend it.
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Olga L.
This is my favorite restaurant of all time. I come here at least twice a week. The food is affordable (~$70 for two), consistently delicious, and very healthy. It is my second home. :-) If you live in the area, you have to try their brunch. The menu is simple: just two types of crepes, and make-your-own omelette. But the omelettes are perfect. Again, simple, but delicious. A step above diner food: an actually healthy brunch that makes you feel good all day, and just for $9. It is true that some of the waitresses should smile more (even though I like them all), and that there are some better sushi places in Manhattan, but - darn - not in this price range! My absolute favorite is the Sashimi Delicious dinner, which comes with a bowl of miso. The fish melts in your mouth. Literally. I do no chewing. The meat just melts. Amazing. (If you know a place where I can have better sashimi for the price, please, please send me a message.) The avocado and the cucumber salads are simple but tasty. The tempura is very good, and so are the dragon rolls. For dessert, order the crepe. My favorite is the following: Nutella, chocolate sauce, banana, whipped cream and green tea ice cream. I was there last night, and I can't wait to go again soon. I'm a Komegashi Too addict.
(5)
Sarah V.
Pretty pricey, but again you're talking to a high school student. Friendly atmosphere and great environment for a date or night out of celebration. Go there if you want to enjoy a filling meal and willing to spend some money. It's worth it.
(5)
Edward I.
The location is perfect if you have no car and are willing to take the Path train to Newport. It's not far from the city (takes 15 minutes) and has a great view of the lower part of Manhattan. A nice walk around the area will make you realize that Jersey City isn't a bad area after all. Price is a little high but I also recommend the main restaurant on Montgomery Ave. BTW the restroom rocks!
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Lee S.
Huge fan of this place. The sushi is really good quality, and both times I went I got seated by the window, with the view of the water and Manhattan skyline. If you're really hungry, the soba noodle entree is a good deal. I like that they included shrimp tempura with it. And chicken and egg (which in this case, came at the same time). Only $13. The noodles were good, but if you're willing to pay a couple bucks more, go with the sushi.
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Maggie R.
After walking in to what appeared to be a tiny sushi place... We were shocked at how huge this restaurant is... It just kept going. It was really nicely decorated and a bit loungy in some places (there isn't exactly a uniform atmosphere in this place). We sat next to a window looking out at the marina which was a really nice treat. Their miso soup was really good, not too salty and generous with the tofu and seaweed. We ordered three sushi rolls - all of which were very good, fresh and tasty. I'll definitely come try them out again when I find myself down by the waterfront.
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Alex V.
Yes, I'm a fan of this place indeed! There were a few times when the service was a bit spotty, but I can forgive them because the food has never disappointed me. I've been all over their menu, from the sushi/sashimi to their curries to their bento boxes. Everything is spot on. The fish is always fresh and they have a fairly diverse selection to choose from. Their beer selection is also decent. Overall the prices are closer to Manhattan...slightly higher than what you'd pay in Brooklyn or somewhere deep out in the NJ suburbs. But it is Newport after all. What do you expect? One of the things I want to try out next is their whiskey options! I always pass by the bar and the wall across from it, and I can tell they know their whiskeys. Not sure how that would pair with their food, but I'm open to try it out.
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Patrick C.
Been here a few times. Great ambience, good location and good food. Parking is a bit difficult, but you can pay for the Newport lot and walk over. I would recommend getting the tuna tar tar. They have pretty fresh sushi. I typically go for the combos (sushi + sashimi), but they have great speciality rolls too. Hope you enjoy! Kaisen don royale is delicious too!!
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Danesh J.
Went back a few times by myself at night and service was more on point. Food is good. For hot days/nights get the Cucumber Seaweed Salad appetizer instead of miso soup. The Salad is super tasty and fresh. Save room for dessert and get the Banana Foster. Hands down delicious as it has a cinnamon taste, chunks of banana, and is a mix of hot and cold. Overall, much better as a date/dinner spot.
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Viral P.
I have nothing bad to say about this place except why didn't I eat here before ? This is one my good friend's go to spot to go on dates and he recommended it to me about a year ago but never actually came around to eat here until the same friend planned our NYE dinner. So this place was an obvious choice, there was a group of 11 and all 10 of us (minus the guy who planned it) from all different background/taste loved it. Following are the reason I like this place Killer view of the Hudson river and new York skyline Great food (Grilled Tuna my favorite) Very decent prices Great service On top of all of that, they validate your parking for the parking lot across the street. I will be back very soon to try their chicken teriyaki and sushi as rest of the my group can't stop talking about it.
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Michael L.
Being the only Sushi restaurant in the neighborhood, Komegashi too -- journal square -- is, "the best sushi restaurant, in town!" The food is delectable The staff is loveable The view is picturesque The aroma here is of romantic fragrance, with the setting to match. You can bring a date, friends, colleagues and more, here at komegashi too. So far, I have had great sushi, sashimi, nabeyaki udon, shrimp pasta (a favorite) and beef teriyaki (most tastey).
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Elaine T.
Still the worst Japanese restaurant I've been to. My first time here was one year ago. I ordered udon and eel roll. The food was ok and The ambiance was pretty good. But when I was paying I paid by cash and the waiter scolded me for paying coins for tips. My friend and I were literally stunned. I explained to him I only have 2 dollars in notes and for the rest 1.25 dollars I can only come up with coins. He insisted on paying by credit card. So we literally paid for meal in cash but tips by credit card. Because of that unpleasant experience I never went back to this place until today. I ordered spicy shrimp don for lunch which turned out to be a blast. The food itself was horrible. Too sweet and it's deep fried, plus there're 4 pieces of small shrimps and the rest are broccolis. Again when I was paying they highlighted the requested tip amount (15%-20%). I don't mind giving out that amount of tips but I just don't want to be reminded to do so. Not going back.
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Adam O.
Komegashi is a fairly standard Japanese restaurant. The sushi is solid but not spectacular, and the rest of the menu items were similarly decent. Unfortunately, they price at a higher standard of quality than they provide. The restaurant is actually pretty nice, it's much bigger than you think it is and they have an area with windows overlooking the Marina, which makes for a really nice view. The menu is rather limited, and surprisingly restricts itself to only Japanese cuisine, defying the trend of Fusion restaurants in the area. Ultimately if you've got some money burning a hole in your pocket and you really want some sushi, this isn't the worst place to spend it.
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Tanika A.
Great happy hour. Love the steamed vegetable gyoza. Also the apple and lychee Martini were awesome.
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Brian S.
Sat at the bar for happy hour, where many of their drinks, rolls and appetizers are priced down. They also have complimentary wings but I made the mistake of coming after the bros from the nearby banks/companies had devoured all of them. I would recommend the Godzilla roll (they also offer a mini version which is included in the happy hour deal). They also make a very good sweet potato tempura roll, if you're into that type of thing. Their Sumi roll is tasty but not my favorite. With regards to service, I do think that its faster service when you sit at the bar tables instead of the space in the back, at least in my experience. Overall, its a nice spot to come after a long week and unwind with some good happy hour deals and views of the city. Maybe take a stroll down the boardwalk after, if you're up for it.
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Greg C.
I have always enjoyed Komegashi Too. I find the fish to be fresh and flavorful. We have ordered the Sushi and Sashimi special a couple of times and it has a nice variety and always tastes fresh. I think they could season their sushi rice a bit more, but I am a big fan of well seasoned rice, and I think a lot of people like it blander, so that is who they are catering to. The restaurant itself is nice inside, with great views of the Hudson. I have always found the staff to be friendly and helpful, unlike some of the other reviews. The prices are a little on the high side, but you always expect that when you are getting fresh sushi. It's been awhile since I have tried the hot dishes, but the last time we were there one of my family members got a teriyaki salmon dish that was tasty. All-in-all the food is very good, just expect to pay for it.
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Yachao Q.
The location is every good. It is next to the river . Food is delicious. But the choices of cocktail are few. Maybe its bar have more choices. Anyway, it is still a good restaurant.
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Maksim S.
Not bad, but nothing spectacular either. Not a bad spot to grab lunch near work. I had the Sushi Lunch Combo and my friend had the Chirashi Lunch Special. Service was a little slow at times, but overall I would repeat, mostly cuz it's close to work :)
(3)
Mario G.
My 1st time here & I was pleased with my order. For an appetizer, I ordered Salmon canon which is delicious. I always like to explore the menu for unusual dishes & I found the Monk fish liver. I must say that I was impressed. It tastes like spam. Lol For my entree I ordered the Mother's Day special roll which was ok. Not too impressed with that selection. Overall, the sushi is fresh, great helpful staff, decent prices & a nice view overlooking the Harbor makes the atmosphere that much more enjoyable.
(4)
David F.
Excellent sushi. My only complaint would be the soy sauce. They brew their own gluten-free but use kikkoman for everything else. They should definitely take a page out of Sushi Seki and brew their own. Makes a huge difference.
(4)
Irena S.
I was here for Valentines Day dinner, and hope to came back more often as the location is very convenient in Newport. I shared the sushi and sashimi platter for two, and found it to be the best sushi that I've had in a long time. The dining room is spacious with a gorgeous view of the water. My boyfriend comes here often to eat at the bar, and knows the owner and bartender. It's that kind of place - a nice blend of upscale sushi restaurant with a laid-back "at home" vibe, or maybe that's because it's a five minute walk from home!:). Anyone living or visiting Newport should make this their favorite place.
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AL K.
Food is just ok nothing remarkable. Service was straightforward and the guy made sure that are tea cups were never empty. The waitress just took our order, served our food and gave us our bill. Prices are on the high side. Sushi is priced per piece per order, other places will give you 2 pieces/order but not here.
(3)
Jessica T.
This place is on point!!! I'm talking Seattle caliber sushi here. I will go ahead and put it out there, but this is the best sushi restaurant I have been to since I have moved to the East Coast. We stumbled across this place on accident after a day of wandering around aimlessly at Newport Mall. Steps away from the mall, next to the PATH station and on the shores of Hudson River location is not only prime but it is absolutely beautiful. Upon entering the restaurant you are put under the false illusion of a cramped restaurant with a large bar and smaller table settings, but as soon as you turn the corner BOOM you come face to face with a huge dining area with a gorgeous view of the Hudson. The interior of the restaurant is modernly decorated, with a long mirror against the wall, various works of art lining the wall and dim lowly hung lamps. As soon as we sat down our waiter handed us warm lightly scented hand towels in preparation of our meal. Soon after we were given a small dish of complementary edamame. I ordered a seaweed salad and the Smoky Tiger Roll; the boyfriend got the Sake Ikura Don bowl (it included miso soup). Considering how busy the restaurant was our food came out pretty quickly. It was all so beautifully displayed. The Smoky Tiger roll had avocado, smoked salmon, eel, tobiko and topped off with eel sauce. Aside from it being a bit too salty it was absolutely delicious. The hero of the meal was the Sake Ikura Don bowl, just wow - sushi rice topped with salmon sashimi, seared salmon and ikura (salmon roe). Each sashimi slice was thick, had an adequate amount of fish fat and tasted very fresh. The seared salmon wasn't overdone, just a bit on top to bring out the fatty flavors of the salmon. The ikura was tasty and fresh. We topped off our meal with dessert. I had my favorite, the tempura green tea ice cream. For those who have never tried it is a MUST. A ball of green tea ice cream (they also have vanilla) wrapped with shortcake and flash fried in tempura. It is about the size of a baseball, sliced in half and topped with whip cream. The ice cream was soft and smooth, paired with the spongy shortcake and crisp tempura batter paired beautifully. My boyfriend ordered the gluten free brownie dish that came with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a banana with brown sugar atop. I was too absorbed in my dessert to bother tasting his but it looked delicious. Prices here are very reasonable ranging between $11-$15 per entree. I also noticed that they have great lunch options, I will be back. So many other things I must try.
(5)
Maria Cristina C.
Service: Average - Good Venue: Good ambiance; Nice view of the Hudson River if you are seated by the window Food: Decent portions; pretty good quality but pricey Desserts: LOVE IT! For those who have a big sweet-tooth like me, this place will not disappoint! Warm Chocolate Cake is my favorite. I come here relatively often for lunch and/or dinner, and it always satisfies my sushi/sashimi cravings. I enjoy their sushi and bento dishes, but there's also sushi and similar-to-bento dishes for a cheaper price right across the street in Newport Mall. Of course Komegashi Too has better quality (as do most restaurants over mall food); so all-in-all take your pick: pay a premium or settle for subpar-to-decent mall food.
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Amy N.
I think our asian waitress with sort hair just hates Asian. She is rude and very impatient. Not to mention that she never smiled. Also, she adds the tips by herself when she checked for us. This is unacceptable. If this is the general rule for the restaurant to charge the standard amount of tips, that is fine. But I did not see any rule on the menu or the bill she gave to us before she took my credit card. I will tell my neighbors, my colleagues, my friends who live in newport, and every one I know not go to this place.
(1)
Dave P.
Good food, try the Gyoza hot pot if you like a clean but comforting soup. Fish is good, and they have some interesting dishes. Pricing a bit on the high side but IMO worth it. If you are used to 50% off sushi you may be butt hurt about the bill.
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Hope T.
It's certainly busy, but I have to assume it's because it is the only act in town. Right off the PATH and you're there. Not great food, just acceptable and at NYC prices. Please if I'm doing that- get better servers and a better attitude ! ARrived 4:48 pm- restaurant opens at 5:00 and they mean it. Left me and a guest standing there till exactly 5 !!!!!!!! Get real..."doors unlock automatically on timer".. Screw this Going back to TEPPAN- better food, less expensive, lush bar, friendly service.
(2)
Michael C.
I been here a few times but every time I been here was never too impressed with it. I thought really other than the view and ambiance the food was only decent. Price is like rest of the Newport restaurants, kinda pricey. This time I tried the Spicy Shrimp Don because I thought it would be good but I was pretty disappointed to be honest. I thought the sauce was really way too sauce and overly slathered on. The shrimp itself was battered and fried which was decent and without the overly done sauce I might have given it a better rating. The other dishes I've tried before are mostly rice bowls and noodles. I've heard that sushi here isn't bad but I never had the chance to try it. Anyway I personally prefer the other Komegashi restaurant in Exchange pl I feel that one isn't as focused on presentation and decor and the foods are more authentic and more varieties
(2)
Annie B.
Love this place. My co-workers and I come here often. The Sumi roll is to die for. Awesome happy hour specials. Fantastic staff.
(5)
David O.
While I would absolutely dine at this restaurant again due to its convenient location in Newport, this place is a solid three star. Usually when I come here, I tend to sit at the bar and enjoy some sushi. The bar and seating area are very well decorated. It is great when sitting at a table to enjoy the view of the water and nearby marina. The service is usually pretty quick, and the food is just about average. I usually spring for basic Chicken Teriyaki or Tempura. What really keeps me from coming here more often are the outrageous prices. Most entrees are between $16-$20 with sushi rolls starting at $5. To top it off, the majority of entrees do not come with a soup or salad, just a side of rice. In a nutshell...Atmosphere Great, Staff Good, Food OK, and Prices Awful.
(3)
Harika C.
Love the sushi at this place! They also have a great deal on wine for their happy hour. Order from here every time I go to visit my friend who lives in Newport. I get the sweet tempura roll, the spicy avocado roll, and the big veggie roll. It's way too much food but it's super tasty, I can't get enough of it! I've always ordered take out so can't commend on the dining atmosphere.
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JM L.
Pretty good deal for quality sushi. Lunch deals are great, I always get the sashimi lunch or chirashi lunch, very tasty.
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Alex C.
sister restaurant of the original Komegashi on Montgomery. A little more on the upscale side, nice views, younger crowd, good place for a drink or two. I personally think the one on Montgomery has better value, prices here are higher for a comparable meal, but of course it's the location. Sushi is always good, fresh and service is prompt, friendly and efficient. Can't go wrong on any item on the menu.
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Bloss C.
Stopped in here for a quickie brunch at the bar and was very impressed with the bartender. She made recommendations, was quick with the water refills, and there were no judgments about us not ordering drinks. They had a few egg dishes on the brunch menu which I appreciated, but since it was my first time here I felt I needed to try the sushi, despite the fact that I usually don't eat fish for breakfast. Since we were in a rush I couldn't order the Godzilla roll, which I've been dying to try, but went instead with the Amour Special Roll ($11) and the Spicy Tuna roll ($6.50). As has been my experience numerous times at sushi restaurants recently, I loved the spicy tuna roll and thought the twice as expensive special roll was only ok. Three stars for the time being, but I will be back to try that Godzilla roll and it looks like they have a very good happy hour as well.
(3)
George C.
Poor service - I walked in yesterday at 2:20pm, asking for a table for one. The lady at the counter told me the kitchen & restaurant would close in 5 min, and I could only buy something to go. So I did. However, while waiting for my food, in the 10mins, 3 individuals walked in, being welcomed, led to tables and served. I don't understand why she not let me in!!! Food is just acceptable. Given the service, I would never recommend it.
(1)
Kellye G.
I love sushi, but hate this place. They are pricy, and the service at the bar is rude. The food is OK, but don't even think about substitutes. Also don't order the sushi in Japanese, the staff does not understand the language. Ok, I will give them a star for location, and another star for being a high-end place and the decorum is nice, but that's it.
(2)
Sandra M.
Now that ive been here a few times...This may be my favorite sushi spot in JC. I love their tuna tataki app and also their eel avocado. salmon skin rolls are yummy. Green tea ice cream. Mmm...
(4)
Marx W.
I went to this restaurant several times, even though I am not a fan of Japanese food. Because my apt is around and there are limited choices around the Newport Path Station. I always sit by the window, so that I can see the dock and yacht. Nice views of the Hudson. Good ambiance and service. They will give you a warm towel. I have tried several ROLLs and three different Dons. Delicious. The YAKIZAKANA TEISHOKU is also good, especially the grilled fish.
(4)
Hipolito T.
Like the food especially the Chilean sea bass. Good and friendly service. Will definitely come back to this restaurant when I'm around town.
(5)
Amelia D.
Went here for dinner for the first time last night and had a great experience. I've been wanting to try this place ever since Yelp's Passport to Newport event. The restaurant itself is decent sized and the back room has great views of the harbor and looks out at Battello. There is also metered parking out front, you've just got to hope you luck out and get one of the spots! The service was extremely attentive, I don't think our water glasses ever got halfway empty before someone would be by to refill them. Our waitress was very friendly and frequently checked in on us. The menu is good-pretty standard sushi rolls and a few other Asian entree options but it was the quality of the food that really separated it from other sushi restaurants in the area. First they give you complimentary edamame to snack on while you are ordering which is unheard of nowadays. And their house salad with ginger dressing was actually a salad...with vegetables! Not just a bowl of iceberg lettuce and a glob of ginger dressing which is what you usually get elsewhere. So that made me happy right off the bat. When our sushi came, it was amazing. Both rolls were extremely fresh tuna and Salmon. And to end a great meal I couldn't decide to go with vanilla or try green tea ice dream for dessert so the waitress brought me a small scoop of both! Loved it. Komegashi too certainly exceeded my expectations. I've been to various sushi restaurants in JC and Hoboken and so far this one is at the top of my list.
(4)
Erwin E.
Could not have ask for a better place to have an excellent time with friends and family. Great food and service, and location, location, location. View of Manhattan was spectacular. There was a total of 15 in our group, made reservation and was informed they would not sit us until the party was complete. We got there early and waited at the bar. Btw, parking is complimentary and its right across the restaurant. While waiting for 4 more people, they went ahead and got us to our table. Appetizers was gyoza and tempura for our side of the table. Sushi and sashimi was our dinner and it was impressive. Being a business traveler, seattle and vancouver sushi is the best, this restaurant might not be up there, but the taste and presentation is excellent, and the portions are perfect. I did not have dessert, but my son and others did, yummy they said. Overall, everyone in our party had a great time, this was a memorable evening, thanks to Ivan( our excellent waiter) and the restaurant staff for great food, service and price.
(5)
Swaty B.
I wonder why it took us so long to go here. Good food nice views. Just make sure you get a table away from the noisy bar area. Ours was right next to the bar area and we couldn't hear each other. We ordered the amore and the Alaskan rolls. Both good. Wat was different and wat we really enjoyed was the chicken mikado entree. It's a breaded chicken cutlet on a curry sauce with grilled veggies n rice. Really yum and good sized. We also got a bottle of warm sake which we shared. Our server helped us select this. Prices are a little on the higher side but if you eat in NYC it's normal.
(4)
Yvonne W.
I have been to there couple of times, sashimi are really fresh and delicious. they have winter special hotpot, which is real Japanese style-- only water to boiling everything. They also provide Lady-M green tea mille crepes, convenient to people who live in jersey city and love Lady M Millie crepes!
(5)
Alex F.
Decent (and consistent) quality sushi in Jersey City and a nice atmosphere with a great view of downtown Manhattan. I've become a regular.
(4)
Priscilla R.
Overlooking the Hudson River. , seeing NYC from a different angles at night is simply beautiful. Tiger rolls. , Godzilla rolls., and spicy tuna. I enjoyed my dinning experience, as I celebrated another birthday. Also came back few months afterwards during the summer. , had a blast.
(5)
Nobel V.
3.25 to be exact. What I like about Komegashi Too is the decor and it's presentation. They cater to their location well with a nice view of the water looking outside the windows. They started off giving us hot towels to start off as we look at our menus to order. A nice touch that I feel other restaurants should adapt if possible! For appetizers, I shared a crab-cake-like dish with a few of my friends that was a featured item on the menu. Small in size, but it was tasty. As for my main course, I got two rolls: Godzilla Roll - A deep fried roll with yellowtail and salmon inside, with masago, scallions and spicy sauce on the outside. Spicy White Lover Roll - Salmon, avocado inside of the roll with spicy white tuna, tobiko, and scallions on the outside. My favorite roll of the two was the Godzilla Roll. It was a decently sized roll for the price. The Spicy White Lover Roll did not taste anything special to me and I got it due to my love for salmon. I was able to take a bit of my friend's roll the Sumi Roll: (Yellowtail, avocado, scallions, mango,and chili inside with spicy tuna and a piece of jalapeno on the outisde) which I tasted better and would get again if I came back here. Service was very attentive here and overall I had a nice experience here. Oh, and even though parking on the street is tough here, you can always park in the garage nearby and they can validate your parking pass for free parking.
(3)
Sailor M.
This place is great. I use to work in the area and the selection for food was very limited. Pavonia Newport is an up and coming area and there just aren't enough places to eat. This place has all the usual food that are served in any Japanese restaurant. I usually get the udon noodles, shrimp tempura and the california roll. I have brought friends here whenever we were in Jersey City and they all loved it. Also, my coworkers and i would always come in and splurge whenever we had a bad day in the office, needed to get away and BS about someone in the cubicle next to us that we hated, or whenever we got a bad bonus in January (which was every January). This place also has a delicious dessert dish that i love, but i cannot remember the name, but it includes ice cream. The only thing is, Japanese food is SUPER expensive. They have the formula down pat. Japanese food like sushi isn't even cooked yet it is more expensive than any other restaurant (Chinese, American Diner, Italian). The thing is, the stores in the area are a monopoly and because of this, they are able to charge whatever they want since there aren't many options in the area. So its pretty much: Eat, pay up or get lost because there is nothing else in the area. But DAMN the prices can be a bit steep at times. It can benefit from a small discount. You'll be saying OUCH too when you get the bill after you're done eating
(4)
James L.
So many reasons to love this place! The happy hour is awesome with some cheap drinks, delicious and low priced apps, and free wings if you can get there in time! The only catch here is that you have to order at the bar. Dinner is fantastic! There is a nice view of the Hudson just outside the window and the sushi is phenomenal! The entree portions are crazy friendly. I ordered the Sumi Specialty roll as an app and the Teriyaki Salmon as an entree. The entrees started with a miso soup and some edamame for the table. I couldn't eat everything in one sitting and I am ok with that.
(5)
Wei V.
I would give four star for this place, if the service is stable. Depends on which server you get, it could be awesome and it could be the worst ever. One of the mid-age Chinese lady was very mean to everyone but Cantonese speaking customers. Food was very good but a bit lit over priced. Sushi was very fresh. Other dishes were very authentic. Since it's the closest Japanese restaurant near our place, food was awesome and they do have Japanese chefs and staff, I would go back again.
(3)
Stefan D.
Pay a little extra, to get a little extra that's worth a lot! Try the chef's selections!
(4)
Shams N.
4 stars for their happy hour, which has $3 domestics and FREE chicken wings after 6pm. There's also $4 shots and $5 martinis. I'll be back one day to try the food, possibly on a date since the back room is quiet and has a nice view of downtown Manhattan. Location is also key, with the PATH across the street and the light rail two blocks away at the mall.
(4)
Cody M.
Not bad, but overpriced for what you get. Convenient location across street from Path, but better off riding till the next stop and going to Honshu Sushi.
(3)
Donna F.
Really 4.5 (dammit Yelp, give us half-star measurements!). After a long and strenuous evening of Christmas shopping at the Newport Mall on Friday (12/13), my boyfriend and I decided on sushi and came across this place. Although we didn't have reservations, we were seated quickly, and I was surprised at how expansive the restaurant is: it looked like a standard sushi bar but opened up into an attractive dining area once you walked past the bar. Our hostess was also kind enough to seat us right next to the window overlooking the river. Our waiter was prompt and efficient, although he took some time picking up our check. Since we were starving, we both ordered separate appetizers (I asked for the Sakura yellowtail, my boyfriend ordered popcorn shrimp). The yellowtail was thinly sliced and came topped with jalapeño peppers in a lemongrass sauce. It was delicious. I also "helped" my boyfriend finish his shrimp, which were seasoned and battered perfectly and came with two sauces: one was a spicy mayo and the other tasted like a pimiento sauce. For our main dishes, I ordered an eel and avocado roll and the Spicy Tiger Roll (this came with crab, tuna, eel and tobiko, topped with eel and smoked salmon). My boyfriend ordered yellowtail sashimi and the Sweet and Spicy Roll (this was apparently voted Roll of 2012). I loved my meal, my boyfriend, not so much. I sampled his yellowtail, which was delicious, but the Sweet and Spicy Roll left a little to be desired. It was stuffed with too many jalapeño peppers, and the heat from them overpowered the sweetness of the fish inside (I think it was yellowtail, but I'm not sure). We split a bottle of warm sake and also enjoyed chilled edamame (complimentary, according to our waiter). For dessert, we shared the flourless chocolate cake, which came with vanilla ice cream and berries. That was a slice of awesome. I know Jersey City receives a lot of criticism for not having decent restaurants, but I think Komegashi Too is definitely worth trying. I know I'll be back.
(4)
Gabrielle A.
Love this place, love the atmosphere, service was great. Fish is always very fresh, and i;m extremely picky when it comes to sushi. really really cool rolls, free edamame, delicious appetizers and the house salad is really really good. I recommend the tuna wonton tacos (so good) and the roll with the shrimp tempora, cream cheese, and spicy tuna on top. (forgot its name)
(5)
Steph B.
I've walked by this place TONS of times. I'm not a fan of sushi, so Japanese food isn't really my thing or what I would choose to eat if given the choice. Tonight I was part of a yelp event and was given the opportunity to try the food here. There was broccoli, chicken, noodles and two sushi rolls. Everything, to my astonishment, was DELICIOUS. Not that I was expecting it to taste bad, but for someone who doesn't particularly like Japanese food, I wasn't expecting to like this at all. I HATE sushi and when I say hate, I mean the last time I had it, I spit it out in a napkin (tmi, I know, but need to make that clear ;) ). The sushi I had here (maybe it was salmon?) had to have been amazing quality since I not only didn't spit it out, but I actually somewhat enjoyed it and ate the second one after eating the first. I will definitely be coming here again sometime - I'm so happy I tried! OH and the servers and everyone at the bar were SO friendly and welcoming!
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Garage, Street, Validated Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Full Bar Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Dogs Allowed : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Michelle S.
As one of my first reviews on Yelp, I am sharing the best spots in my opinion since I have moved here. This place has made me a regular!!! The house salad with ginger dressing, miso soup and the k2 skirt steak make me wanna slap someone they're so good!!!!!! And they have take out! So if you don't feel like eating in, just take that deliciousness home! They were closed for a week due to renovation, so I tried the original Komegashi which I didn't like since I'm not a big sushi eater, so heads up!
(5)Desiree W.
My favorite sushi spot! Their rolls are to die for, their deserts are lovely, and the atmosphere is awesome. Totally recommend this place to my sushi lovin friends!
(4)Ethan D.
This is another mediocre Newport restaurant. I guess the residents of Newport do not expect much from their culinary experiences because bad restaurants seems to thrive here. The sushi at Komegashi Too is eh, average at best. There is nothing particularly bad about it, but there is also nothing good about it either. I will admit that I have not tried a lot of the food here, but the stuff I have had was just OK. Overall, Komegashi Too is unremarkable. I will not return unless I am really craving Sushi and have no other options.
(2)Alex R.
I am very selective about the sushi. It has to be fresh and carefully prepared. After dining at Komegashi Too numerous times for the past 10 years I can attest to their quality. This is a wonderful place not just for the sushi - the teriyaki main courses are lovely; try the shitaki mushroom pasta too. And the desserts - my favorite is the crepe with green tea ice cream, kiwi, strawberry and chocolate sauce. For a sushi lover, the chef can prepare individual rolls such as salmon roe with quail egg. Delicious. The ambiance is lovely. You can socialize at the bar, sit next to the sushi stand or hide in the corner near the aquarium overlooking the Newport marina. Service has always been good: fast and attentive. I'd recommend Komegashi Too to anyone looking for a quality sushi place in the Jersey City and Hoboken area.
(5)Jennaypher Z.
Fresh with a side of fresh- everything. The service is friendly, somewhat helpful I go there for the atmosphere and the fresh fish. A uniquely designed sushi restaurant that would be great for a first date or business lunch or dinner.
(4)Andre P.
We ordered Sushi from here and reviewing against the other downtown sushi places, this one was the best. I'm not a huge sushi person, but I do like good sushi and it happens to be one of those cuisines that is either great or not good with very little in between. I'm somewhat disappointed with the sushi in Jersey City and after trying a few places I came to like Komegashi Too the most.
(4)First L.
A solid average!
(3)Ngoc P.
Yum, I've been here every now and then and it's always been pretty good. I love the fact that they give you a bowl of edamame to start you off. I've had the fried squid legs, seaweed salad, soups, sashimi dinner, ikura, some entrees, godzilla rolls, lobster roll, mi amor roll, and some other ones that I can't quite remember. The specialty rolls are pretty tasty, they're creative and mesh pretty well. I liked the sashimi too, there were these small blue shrimp that literally melted in your mouth, absolutely amazing. Oh and if it's your birthday, I think they give you a little free dessert. Yeah the food is good, but it's not amazing. I wasn't utterly wowed by anything but the sashimi was quite good, lots of different cuts of fish. The view is quite nice too if you get a good seat. You get a view of the water front and the decor is cute, it's a romantic-ish joint, good for dates. Prices aren't too bad either. It'll probably come out to 40-60 bucks for 2 people.
(3)Sonia M.
I'm a huge fan of Komegashi. I came here a few years ago and fell in love with the view in the back. It's great for a romantic dinner with the hubby. Parking is free!!!! YES FREE!!!! If you park at the parking garage across the street, Komegashi validates it. Parking can be hard to find around this area, so this is definitely a big plus. This is probably my favorite sushi place in Jersey City. I have never been disappointed. The service is great. There was a time where my boyfriend waited an additional 10 to 15 minutes for his food to come out, after the whole table had there's already (it was a group of 8). They had brought him out the wrong meal. Our waiter apologized and brought him a drink on the house, which was pretty nice of them. The drinks are a little bit pricey, but they are strong. The sushi rolls are delicious here, as well as the shrimp buttered noodles.
(4)Boki H.
We called to specifically ask if they have seats at that moment before we came in, and they said yes. But when we arrived we were told to wait for 40 mins! And their attitude was horrible!! Would never go back again!
(1)Siv L.
Came here on a Sunday night for dinner with a party of 4. By far the best thing about Komegashi (which may even have the effect of making you love your food more) is the ambience -- the windows are large and show a view of the boats docked on the water -- with the moon reflecting on it, the royal blue water glistens. It is gorgeous! We split the popcorn shrimp which I thought was OK. I opted for the K2 skirt steak instead of sushi and it was pretty delicious. Because of the view and the ambience and the food (in that order), I would definitely come back again for dinner.
(4)Kathy L.
This review is for lunch only I had the Sushi lunch which was not only expensive but incredibly disappointing. The sushi lunch had 5 pieces of sushi and one california roll plus miso soup for 13.95 - In NY City, this would cost me $10 but this is Jersey - which means that its WAY overpriced The sushi itself was fresh but not particularly amazing, but the california roll was hard and cold. I also asked for low sodium soy sauce and clearly got regular soy sauce Will I go back? Probably but only because there aren't many other choices in the area.
(2)Scott F.
Wanted sushi and wanted to go out. Yelp Ratings, lets give them a try and do it. Komagashi Too in Newport (103 Montgomery Street, Jersey City NJ). Was very impressed with the ambiance; new world fusion/modern world décor; very modern and new, in fact. Liked what I saw and thought I'd take people here. VERY nice backroom area overlooking the marina and New York City. The room was farily quiet with few people and the music wasn't overpowering. Nice menu, decent selections till I got the Maki rolls; many things NOT Japanese traditional. Surprising and actually interesting. Had to ask what the IN/OUT sections were on the maki rolls (OK, old school I am) but got the gist; asked anyway. IN is inside the roll, OUT is what's decorating the outside of the roll. ---- Minus tag, tax and licenses in US Dollars, each item I ordered: Newport Dragon roll, 13.50 Tuna Roll, 6.00 Cucumber Roll, 3.50 Anago (SA) 4.50 Eel Sashimi, 3.75 Yellowtail Sashimi, 3.75 Yellowtail Belly, 4.00 Impressions... Newport Dragon roll was interesting. Decent flavor, but not much eel. I looked at the cross-section and confirmed the ratios. Meh, Tuna roll was good, and the usual stuff, Cucumber roll, same, usual stuff we think about when we get the traditional American versions (don't know about the Tokyo stuff, but I do know American). Anago and Eel sashimi: two things... Over-BBQ sauced. WAY too much. Swimming in it. Couldn't taste the fish properly even though I had wiped most of it off. Disappointment. Yellowtail sashimi, yummy! The Yellowtail Belly was fishy. I have never tried that before, but I made the presumption that it would be more like the standard stuff. I'll look further and see. Lastly, I had a complementary 4Square-Sponsored order of Chicken Wings. Well, Segments. If you're a 4Square-er and a newbie to Komegashi, Komegashi will treat you to an order of these wing-drumetts. Order before you get your meal! They came well crispy (they way I like them) and, to my disappointment, were almost inedible. They were gooshy in the inside and lacked meat! These would be seriously good comfort food were they not to be lacking in depth or filling. ----- The bill came to about $51 minus tip. I ordered more than I wanted, but got less than I thought. Portions were fine; they were spot-on, usual fare, but the quality was lackluster. I had been in the food business in my youth and have even managed a chain store as well as being a chef. Somehow, things were just not what I expected. Although the meal items were beautifully presented, they just missed and kept on missing. Might just have been close to closing on a Thursday night...
(3)Satish P.
Nice food. Ask for a seat next to hudson river. Food tastes amazing.
(4)Matthew C.
I love sushi and this place made me love it more. I wanted to try this place for so long since it is right around the corner from my apartment. The facade of the restaurant is not to appealing but once you get inside it is beautiful. My family and I sat near the window which has a great view of lower Manhattan. The sushi menu was diverse and numerous. We ordered 6 different rolls and they were all fantastic. I highly recommend for sushi lovers.
(5)John F.
Initially I had heard some mixed reviews on the place but decided to give it a shot. Boy am I happy that I did! First things first the location is great and catches your eye right away with amazing views of lower Manhattan. Once inside I have to say there was one quick drawback, also the only reason they didn't get 5 stars. We were seated in the very front of the place when clearly there were many tables open in the back with full city views. Although disappointed at first things were made instantly better when we met our server. For the life of me I can't remember the guys name but he was fantastic and very funny. We started off with the intention of just going in for a few rolls and drinks but ended up closing the place down! The quality of all the fish was superb, and having tried a lot of different things off the menu it was impressive. We started with sake and wine which again our server was amazing at his suggestions, and we ended up drinking a whole bottle of each, whoops haha. Once the food came we had the Beef Negimaki, sashimi sampler, philly roll, spicy tuna roll, the smoky tiger roll, and the samurai steak! Honestly for two people I don't know how we ate and drank that much but somehow we didn't leave anything behind! When I got the check I was definitely scared for the damage but to my surprise we got ALL THAT for under $200!!! I still want to try a few other sushi places now that I am living in Jersey City but this will hands down be my go to. Hopefully I get the same waiter next time and a better seat!
(4)Jess L.
One of the few good restaurants in Newport, it boasts a nice view of the water and the typical assortment of sushi rolls--my favorite being the Godzilla Roll: deep-fried roll of yellowtail and salmon with spicy sauce, scallions and masago. Aside from the sushi, the two things I love most here are the brunch and desserts. Offered on both Saturday and Sunday, you get brunch with a Japanese spin. The Crepe with Chicken is my usual choice: a savory mix of grilled chicken, mushroom, bakchoy, red pepper and nappa cabbage in a sweet and buttery white sauce on top of a crepe. But the New Omu-rice is equally good: chicken fried rice wrapped in an egg omelet, and topped with either tomato or curry sauce. Finish it off with a tasty dessert. You can never go wrong with the Ice Cream Tempura, aka Fried Ice Cream, which is the best I've ever had (so far). Make sure to check the time accordingly before heading to brunch here. It doesn't open until 12:30pm. on Saturday and 1:00pm on Sunday. Pretty late for a weekend but still worth it.
(4)Armina A.
I've been coming here since before time. OK, not really...but when they still allowed smoking in establishments, yes. Now I feel old. And sad.. I digress. This was my go-to place for sushi. 'Was', only because I don't live in this part of town but for special dinners, this is where my friends/family go. I always get the sushi, which is always fresh and melts in your mouth at first bite. Yummy. And their rolls are bigger than usual. The bar can be a hip and happenin' place on Fridays. And wonderful that they validate parking for you at the garage right across the street. Now I'm hungry.
(4)Christopher L.
The food is above average Japanese. Presentation was excellent and so is the decor and setting. Price is steep for what you get if you care only for value of food. For our trip, we ordered gyu Don which was tasty and for street food, and it was presented very beautifully. However, I given the price of gyu don at other restaurants, this was overpriced. I love chirashi and they serve 2 versions. The regular with the usual tuna, and salmon, and tamago... And the royale with the special fish of the day... Could be Toro, and ame ebi, uni, and etc., It was great given the quality of the fish, and but at 35 dollars, pricey. Also had one of the sashimi carpaccio, 6 thinly sliced fish in yuzu sauce was delicious, but does not justify 13 dollars.
(3)Rosamund P.
I live nearby so I tried this place several times. The rice dishes are ok. Udon tastes like instant noodle which can be purchased from Asian supermarkets for less than 2 bucks. Most importantly, if you like raw fish, definitely go somewhere else. The sushi sashimi combo is terrible. Sushi rice is hard and dry. Most of the fish on sushi rice is fishy. The fish for sashimi is ok...to the best..
(2)Stacey C.
After a long and horrible flight, I was starving and our hotel in Jersey City recommended this restaurant, which happened to be across from where we stayed. At first, the restaurant looks plain but the further you walk in, you get a nice view of the water. I thought the service here was excellent. Started by giving us hot towels, water/tea which was constantly refilled without me having to flag someone down, and soy beans. The servers are very attentive. I ended up ordering california rolls, an eel avocado roll and spider roll. I also ordered the sukiyaki - beef and noodles over rice. I was quite surprised at how fresh the sushi was here. I mean I ordered cooked rolls but it was definitely fresh and the portions are generous. The spider roll was amazing. Huge chunks of fresh crab inside. Even the wasabi was good, although they didn't give me enough. The sukiyaki was okay too although I think was already full by this point. It didn't stand out over the sushi. Overall, I was pleasantly surprised which is why I went back two times during my trip.
(4)Linjiang C.
Good food and environment. Reasonable price.
(4)Nisha S.
The Sushi is still excellent, but what is up with the switch on the extra extra salty table soy sauce. Its not the same as a brand used before. I couldn't find my waitress to ask for the low sodium, and it completely overpowered the sushi. The "Japanese" chicken wings are not Japanese at all, they have no flavor on them, aside from canola oil. Even though we were told they were marinated in an Asian ginger/garlic sauce and worth trying. Stick to what they do best. I still like the miso soup (impossible to mess up) and all the salads though. This used to be my favorite restaurant in Newport, and Its hard to see it losing quality!
(3)Jeannie C.
This is perhaps my favorite food spot in NYC area. Now, I'm not saying that it has the best food, or the best atmosphere, or the best price. It just has the best combination of the above. I discovered this place one day after a long day at work. I didn't particularly feel like cooking. I also didn't particularly feel like take out. So, I took a few steps southward from the PATH station to find Komegashi. If there is one thing that Komegashi understands is that you eat with your eyes first. And that starts before even you see the food. It starts when you see the restaurant. The front of the restaurant doesn't look like much. But then, as you get led to the main dinner room, the place really opens up. Floor to ceiling windows with riverfront view line the back wall. (If you have a party less than 2, you can get a table right next to the river. If you have a larger party, you won't fit in those 2-tops.) Now, I don't know about you, but river makes me happy. The long work day starts to slowly fade away. Then, warm towels. Complimentary endamame. It's a kinda of service that one can hardly find anymore. Then, of course, it's all about the food. And the food couldn't be better. The fish was fresh and the presentation was so on point! I tried the Chirashi. This is my standby for a new sushi place. It allows me to sample a lot of fish at once. This is perhaps one of the most tasty Chirashi there is. The rice has a little red bean mixed in. It's not the most traditional, but it gives it that extra sweetness that was a welcoming twist. The food was laid on top of that bed of rice like it was a work of art. Typically, Chirashi is served in a bowl, with rice in the bottom and fishes laid on top. Not here. Such simple presentation won't do at Komegashi. It is served on a square plate. Rice was set up in a rectangular. The fish was not laid on top. It was rolled up and twisted and carefully placed on top the bed of delicious red bean rice. I cannot, just cannot, do the art justice in words (I'm just not that good of a writer.) But I did take a picture :D Then, I finished the meal with a green tea mousse and red bean ice-cream. OMG! So delish! Did I need dessert after my yummy meal? No. Did I absolutely loved it? You betcha! Good thing was that Komegashi Too was located right by the Jersey City riverfront boardwalk. So, after dinner, I just took a stroll to, um, burn off, the ice cream. By the time I finished my stroll, work was but a distant memory. Komegashi makes for a wonderful night for just a simple workday meal or a romantic meal or just a meal with friends. To top it all off, it's affordable. You can't find a meal like this in Manhattan, and it's only a short PATH train away. Love!!
(5)L R.
Decent sushi. Relatively fresh. Right on the water though not the best building. Pricey for what it is though. Better options to be had just across the river, so I likely won't go out of my way for this one.
(3)katie s.
This is a mediocre restaurant run by Chinese people but disguised as an upscale Japanese restaurant. Don't be fooled. Edamame is served cold without flavor. Miso soup is too hot, burns your tongue. Waiter's finger touches your food as she serves. Sushi and sashimi are just okay, not fresh, not terrible, certainly nothing to write home about. If that was it, I would've given it 3 stars because the ambiance is good. However, they have the nerve to charge Manhattan prices. Sushi combo for 2 is $62. Wouldn't go again, I've really had it with this place.
(1)Julina O.
"The most Unique Seafood Doria I ever seen in NJ" We ordered Steak don for me and Seafood Doria for My BF. Teriyaki taste Steak don is Okay. Not good, Not Bad. Easy to imagine when you see my pic. Matter is Seafood Doria. Do you know what "Doria" is? It's Japanese style Rice Gratin, younger Japanese love Doria. I was one of the kids, used to love eating doria in Japan,especially cheesy creamy tremendously rich seafood Doria. I've eaten many at many place, HOWEVER, I've never seen such a unique Doria "Komegashi" served. Mixed fake crab, shrimp with scorched white source, Salmon and asparagus on top... hou là , Quite unique! Is it New york style? No, must be NJ style. Check out my pics :)
(3)Stephanie C.
The tempura udon was bland. I'm not asking for MSG but a little flavor would be nice. The scallop appetizer comes with ONE sliced scallop and was pathetic and sad to share. The only thing that was good was the Japanese seafood and rice with white sauce on the brunch menu. This place is overrated but what do you expect in Newport. An extra star because they do have a great view of the water.
(3)A S.
Food was good but 3 stars cz the service was too rushy....We had to order the drinks, dinner and dessert in a matter of 40 mins...
(3)Mike H.
I came here based on what seemed to be a good number of positive yelp reviews, and I'm sorry to report that Komegashi and the yelp reviews really let me down. Whenever I go to japanese, I expect to pay a little more than the average dinner, and I'm not one to complain about price, but it's definitely worth nothing that what you get for the price here is sorely disappointing. Sushi was average at best, and I think that's being generous. I mean, I try to enjoy the roll usually without wasabi or soy sauce, but let me just say they were so bland, extra wasabi was necessary to make it through this meal. Edamame tasted like they just reheated it from a microwave and dumped half a salt shaker on it. Bottom Line: Sorely disappointing for dinner. Expect to pay a lot for it, and expect to cover everything in wasabi.
(2)Mary G.
Thankfully there's a good sushi spot in this God-forsaken area I'm forced to work in! No but honestly, Jersey City isn't as bad as I thought it would be. And this place is awesome for lunchtime or after-work dinner. Great options, good prices for lunch, and it's right on the water so if you get a good table you have a nice view to compliment your meal. The main drawback I've found is that the waiters kinda disappear throughout your meal, but the busboys are on top of things. Too bad the busboys can't take my order for more sushi or another beverage. Overall, yummy sushi :)
(3)Jon P.
Unique selection of sushi apps. Love the Salmon Canon and the Volcano. Can't wait to go back.
(5)Agustin K.
I live in Jersey City and pass by this place everyday from the Path to my apt. Only recently that I was willing to try out this place. From the outside, it looks quite... not promising and authentic. And now that I've been there, I am quite hooked. Price: not that cheap, but reasonably priced for what they offer. Ingredients are fresh and portion is larger than the typical Japanese plates. Atmosphere: A bit cold, but you get the view of the Hudson river. Very pretty both for lunch at dinner. Service: Some of the hostesses have the attitude of a NY restaurant, just because they dress like a NY-er I think they need to remember they are in Jersey. But the waiters/waitresses are wonderful and quite nice. Food: Not the most authentic Japanese dishes (I think the ownder is Cantonese but so do most Japanese restaurants out there). But it quite creative in terms of fusing Japanese influence with other flavors like Korean, American and French. Please note that I've only tried their cooked dishes. They just sound more interesting and priced reasonably. Tokyo Fushion with Soft Shell Crabs: Yummo! Basically it's deep fried soft shell crabs over a medley of grilled veg, kimchi and rice. They are very generous with the soft shell crabs - 2 whole per portion. You can pick not spicy, medium spicy and very spicy. Very comforting and satisfying. Tai-Chaz: Simple, clean and wonderful. It's a pan seared Japanese snapper over rice and they pour this bonito broth at your table. It comes with Japanese pickles (which I am addicted to) and dried seaweed paper. Sukiyaki Ju: A tad bit too sweet but it's good. It's basically sliced beef+tofu+glass noddles over rice. If you don't like sweet dishes, don't order. I like sweet so when I am in the mood for it, I'll order again. My friend ordered udon... hmm... gotta say that it's probably their weakest areas. Overpriced and not so good. I'll definitely go back to try more of their Gohan Mono (over rice) dishes. So far I enjoyed everything. They are also quite the place to go for lunch for people working in Newport/Exchange place area. It's always packed. Their lunch special menu is not the greatest but it has all the staples of Japanese 'fast food' dishes at reasonable prices. In short, if you are looking for Japanese fusion dishes, this is the place to go. Enjoy!
(3)Bee L.
I went there with 10 of my co-workers. The staff really didn't treat us well. They were very rude. Me and my co-workers usually went to newport mall for lunch. But we decided to try at this place. one of my co-workers brought lunch box with him, and they made fun of him and very rude to him. I never encountered this very bad service before. The food was okay, but because of the service I would never recommend this place to anyone.
(1)Ilya V.
Lets just say - poor and overpriced sushi (or sushi-like items)... It is always suspect when on the sushi menu one sees "kobe beef" presented as sushi.....
(2)John M.
This place is solid. Nice atmosphere. Great fish quality. Great hot dishes too. The problem is that it's SO EXPENSIVE! It's right next to Newport PATH, and clearly caters toward tourists, business people, and internationals living in the Newport area of JC. All the sushi and sashimi is very fresh and delicious. The problem is, you can get the same thing elsewhere in JC or Hoboken for two-thirds of the cost. Komegashi Too is going to give you great food, but you're paying Manhattan prices, and the portions are much smaller compared to other JC and Hoboken sushi spots.
(3)Anna T.
This is my family and I favorite Japanese restaurant in Jersey City! I don't even remember when we started going here but I will tell you we go here so often we made friends with the staff. I've never eaten anything that is terrible here! For appetizers, I recommend the agedashi tofu, fried shumai, and seaweed salad. For the entrée (it really depends what you're in the mood for) you must try one of these if not all: nabeyaki udon, Tokyo fusion with udon noodles and pork, shrimp and shitake pasta, beef Mikado, and my current favorite Chilean seabass with pesto and porcini mushroom sauce. It's so good it's indescribable. Last but not least, for dessert you must have the fried ice cream. Yummy! The service is great. The ambiance is spectacular. There's a beautiful view of the water and it's in a really nice area in downtown JC.
(5)Mee M.
I was in this area looking for some sushi and this place had some good vegetarian options. They have all the vegetarian options in green in the menu which really helped me in picking up vegetarian dishes (I am a vegetarian) The service was really good and fast and the waiters there helped us decide based on our spice levels. Overall, a good place with good food. Might go there again.
(3)Bhuvana H.
I am a vegetarian so I came here not expecting a good experience. I was pleasantly surprised that they have decent vegetarian options. I knew I would not starve here. I ordered the Tokyo Asian fusion with vegetables and the food was good. I usually like oriental food and this was my first time with a Japanese place and I was satisfied. The red sauce it came with was very tasty but I am not a big fan of all oriental vegetables so I wasn't able to finish my plate. The green tea creme brûlée was delicious. We licked the bowl clean. That is a must try.
(4)Ruth R.
Really great sushi with a more than decent decor. The staff was very polite and accommodating to my odd request of bagging my brown rice in a To-Go bag instead of serving it on my plate with the main course. If they could serve this kind of quality sushi at Teak in Hoboken, I'd eat there every week!
(4)Derrick L.
Guys, despite me liking their food and service i cant justify paying 25% more than the last time i was there in the summer with my wife. I was told it was a seasonal increase n then menu change, yeah ok. If they upgrade food/service/ambience, no problem. Hop on the path or pay the toll to the city or hit fort lee/palisades park. I considered them the only game in town previously but not at what they charge for what they give.
(1)Irina A.
One of my favorite places to touch base with my friends. Nice ambience, tasty food, great relaxing window views on the bay n in place aquarium! A bit pricy but always delish. My favorite orders are a big veggie roll, salmon cheviche, chicken main dish.
(5)Mariposa M.
Excellent sushi, always fresh popcorn shrimp are the best and clear soup some of my favorites appetizers friendly staff, nice view of NYC if you sit towards the back of restaurant, parking no problem they validate ticket for you
(5)Michael S.
Very good sushi. I enjoyed the new and inventive types of rolls they offer. Also they have very good service.
(4)Michael D.
The food was just alright and the service was horrible... Esp the host, she wasn't nice at all and for a sec i felt like she was rude.
(1)Masaomi T.
The prices of Opus One has been inflating in this 2 years, unfortunately. They were only $200, but now up to $375. It is still very generous compared to prices at other restaurants, though.
(2)canddes D.
Been going for ten years. The quality and their idea of Japanese is seriously lacking. So disappointed once again. I have given then five chances in the last one year. Each time ordering something different. Just yo give them the benefit of the doubt that maybe it was what I ordered. Sigh! Sadly it's them not me. One more neighborhood joint that's crossed off the list.
(1)Omar A.
Excellent service. Ivan was my server and he was great. Most importantly, the food was 5 stars!
(5)Yue H.
Very unsatisfied with the experience here. To be fair, the food is nice. But the service is not good. We wait for a very long time after sitting down at the table to get someone to help us. And then an even longer time for the food, more than 30 minutes. The only time we didn't wait was when getting the bill. They just give it to us while we were still working on the desserts. Normally I tip around 20 to 25% for the price after tax for this kind of restaurant. But for this one, I get really frustrated so I just give 15%. I feel like such a pricy restaurant should have a better service.
(2)Manas J.
Eat here if wanna share your meal with rats. Yes, we spent about $100 here (dinner for 2) while watching rats feast right outside our window view of downtown Manhattan. And when you tip less than 15%, be prepared for some random staff member dude to confront you and ask you to "never come back again". Pity, I really liked the cocktails here ...
(1)LZ C.
I've been in this places for couple of times. Tried their roll, sashimi, udon, etc. Overall, I'd say its quality is just lower than the average if you compare it with the one's you can get in Manhattan. But, for a quick meal near the Newport living area, it's not too bad. However, pay attention to the waiter! I mean, be cautious. Do not ask any 'why', i.e., why there is no beef? The guy will use his bare hand to pick up your spoon and stir your meal and point one tiny cube of beef and say, 'this is it!' and if you keep asking , you will be shouted "go somewhere else!" Alright, anyway, after seeing all the one-star reviews here, I'm glad we make agreement. For those who want real Japanese food, go visit another Japanese bar just several blocks away from newport - Honshu Sushi. Honshu offers 10x better food, 15x customer respect, and 0.9x reasonable price.
(1)Cyril R.
Looking at the yelp photos for the food at Komegashi makes me sad. Because of how the place is set up (windows on only one side, and dark paint and mood lighting), food pictures turn less awesome. Shots are either grainy, blurry, way dark, or made unappealing by flash. Which is so sad, because the food here actually looks nice, and tastes good. Take for example the Seafood Doria on the weekend brunch menu. It's a variety of seafood and vegetables with a cream/cheese sauce over a bowl of rice. In practice, it'd be very easy to just send it out of the kitchen all jumbled up, but no. They will send it out well arranged, with a slight toasty crust on the cheese, all looking awesome. And it tastes better than it looks. Pretty unhealthy dish for a sushi spot to be honest, but worth the skipped treat or so afterwards. A picture is worth 1000 words, but at this place, it's worth taking the personal look.
(4)Sheena A.
2 Stars because the receptionist who took my order over the phone was patient, helpful, and understanding, but the buck stopped there. I placed an order for delivery from work, my cell service was horrendous so she kept saying "hello" and letting me know I was going in and out. About 15mins later we got my order placed, card charged, and delivery guy was on his way (well she did explain delivery could take up to 50mins) no problem. I ordered the basics - California roll & shrimp tempura (how hard is it to mess these up?) Delivery was less than 50mins, in fact he was there in less than a half an hour. Now the food.....*sigh*....so very lackluster, not flavorful nor memorable, I was STARVING and with each bite kept thinking "gosh I'm not ordering from here anymore". The shrimp tempura ($9.50) was mushy and overfilled with avocado, the California roll ($4.50) barely had any crab meat, I tasted more cucumbers than meat! Ugh! And the soy sauce!!! My god HELLO high blood pressure! Service and delivery - prompt courteous and great, food - meh
(2)Fung L.
So! On a rainy night, I stopped by here myself to give a try at this modern Japanese restuarant by the water front. Once I walked in I thought the place was small, but with a big bar upfront. As I kept walking in, I have discovered there is a bigger dinning room, and a nice view for the NYC. It's really impressive! I set down, towel and a free edamame was handed to me, nice treat! I ordered a sake don, nice decent bowl of sushi rice, top fill with all salman! Fresh! Sushi rice r still warm, and that's how it supposed to be. I have tried it so many Japanese restuarant, and this one did really satisfied me! The wait staffs r very friendly, food is good! It's a must to return here again when I have a chance. I have read some reviews b4 I came, one of them were saying how bad was the sake ikura don, I mean seriously! If u go to the city, and paying around the same amount of the money(or higher) u might not get the same quantity like this. Whatever they r doing here is great and no complain on it. Gonna give a try next time to Komegashi one as well, and see if the sushi is as good as here!
(5)K K.
This place is AWESOME!! Great sushi, nice view....and some waiters and waitresses r great! I come here all the time with my bf when we wants to eat sushi. We always orders Sumi Rolls, Sweet and Spicy rolls....and our most favorite Spicy lover rolls!!! These r soooooo delicious!!!! Just orders these 3 and U will never regret=) also this Mojito is so gd!! We love u Komegashi too=))
(5)Dave J.
Here's the Deal... i've been to this location for lunch 20+ times! (suprised my opionated self didn't write a review before)... This is the best sushi I've had in Jersey City. Great rolls & Sushimi as well as other Japanese cuisine. Service is great, and they have nice wine choices. If you can get to Newport area.. it's a must visit!
(5)AJ S.
Came here for a Yelp event... very friendly staff and great apps. Drinks were light and seasonal as well.
(5)Kaori H.
The one star owed to the receptionist of Komegashi Too on December 24th, yes, today. I was there asking if they had an authentic Asian style rice, the women at the reception desk pointed out one on menu which didn't look even close to what I wanted. So I asked twice before I was gonna order it, and you know what, she gave me a sarcastic look with three words: "You can't see?" Well, I guess I really CAN'T SEE how good this restaurant treat its first-time customers based on the service they provide. And I will not recommend any of my friends/acquaintances to pay a visit there. That's all.
(1)Jay I.
I tried a Sunday lunch myself. This place half packed around 12pm. I ordered sushi dinner(?) with miso soup, seaweed salad and fried tofu. -Seaweed salad was fairly good, but a little oily. Well seasoned. - Fried tofu wasn't fried well, and the fried shell and tofu got all separated. Tasted ok. - Sushi: fish were relatively fresh, but rice was bland and dry. Also too much rice. I wanted to see what desserts they offer (especially a friend of mine told me they have lady M cakes), but the server didn't even ask me and brought the check. So I guess 3 star is very fair for the overall experience.
(3)Letizia V.
Loved it!! We had uni bombs!!!! yeah you definitely need to be a sushi or raw fish lover to have one of those. Soju, uni, with citrus and Bam!!! your in food heaven. Our server was so great and accommodating when we asked questions or for recommendations. The place was pretty packed but they don't rush you out like some other places do to get another customer to sit down. If you like sushi and different types of it not just spicy tuna or philadelphia roll this is a great place.
(5)Sanjana A.
Sushi was good. I am a veggie so I didn't really like the food that much but that maybe because I prefer Vietnamese. Anyways I loved the green tea creambrule and green crepe. Very very delicious.
(3)Lloyd L.
Giving the Godzilla Rolls 4 stars! This is a must order whenever I go here. Everything else I had here is good too but nothing compares to the Godzilla Rolls. Amen!
(4)M T.
Fantastic, fresh creative sushi. I've only been at the sushi bar, so I can't tell you what table service is like. Watching the chefs prepare pretty innovative stuff that is delicious is a wonderful experience. They also have a nice selection of saki, which you shouldn't pass on.
(5)Mona D.
I've been coming here for about 6 years and it's one of my favorite sushi places in the metro area. The one thing I always get is the mini Godzilla roll (little deep-fried maki pieces sans rice). This place is my regular go-to because of the ambiance and the fish is always consistently fresh, regardless of what day of the week you go. The ambiance is very versatile bc you can bring your colleagues from work or a date. The bar in front is lively and well-stocked while the dining room is a very unpretentious and low-lit room set right on the water overlooking the downtown Manhattan skyline. No-fail sushi spot in Jerz ;)
(4)Hank C.
A small bar up front greets the casual diner, and the sushi bar stretches around the corner in the back to reveal more seating facing the docks and water across the way. Lots of families here, kids screaming and professionals getting off after a long day. Hand towels to start the meal were a nice touch, although their menus could use a scrubbing over. Free edamame (cool, not cold, not warm, and a little slimey-er than normal makes me feel like they've been out a while). No place to add salt or soy sauce to dip, though. Then after a while, took our order and came out with it in stages. First, the fried chicken, legs with the meat pulled back away from the bone to make it an easy chewing experience. The meat needed to be seasoned a bit more, though, you could basically taste chicken...and that's it. Came out on a bed of sliced raw cabbage, piping hot. Second dish was better, the mamma mia salad. Cantaloupe, prosciutto, crumbled blue cheese (not enough!), pitted green olives, and four mildly cool boiled shrimp (they should be cold, not cool), in a bed of spinach and green salad drizzled with a sour vinagrette. Best part was the bleu cheese, probably, followed by the melons which were surprisingly sweet. Last was an SUS roll - shrimp tempura inside (nicely crispy) and the outside was eel, avocado, spicy tuna, and masago. Tasty, and warm. Seven pieces to be split between my friend and I. Overall, food was better the later on the meal went - they definitely do sushi well, but the appetizers lacked luster. I suggest coming for the view, but it's not quite romantic on the weekdays, so watch your reservation, but the view is pleasant and the sushi satisfying. Oh, free parking in the garage across the way for the evenings/weekends. $2 for weekday lunch.
(3)Valerie S.
One of the worst agedashi tofu I've ever had. And I've had plenty. It's mostly just thick batter and grease. Their Japanese chicken wings were bland and dry. Even their house hot sake was stale. Over-priced sushi/sashimi menu. We don't think it's even fresh. What a sad excuse for a Japanese restaurant. They should stop claiming it and just say they are Asian Fusion. Service could use some proper training from a real Japanese restaurant. The only thing that made up for it was their location and view, they ha a nice waterfront view of the marina. That and the beautiful crowd that all seemed to not care what they were eating cause they all seemed to drunk to notice. If I was ever back in this area I would skip this place and not even bother to give it a second chance.
(2)Isabel J.
After hearing great reviews about this restaurant I had to try it out. I had a few rolls (since thats all I really like ) and really enjoyed my dinner. I loved that we were seated right by the window and had the view of the water.
(4)Nora Y.
Komegashi has a great happy hour, one of the only places that I'll leave Manhattan to go to! I would skip the cocktails and wine for happy hour but the 2.50 bottled domestic beers are unbeatable. They also have free chicken wings which were surprisingly good for free on fridays in the bar area. The spicy tuna roll off the happy hour menu is the best deal for food. The godzilla roll which takes extra time to prepare is my favorite off the menu. I'ts very filling and huge so order accordingly. The Mi Amor roll and the hot chili yellowtail are also a standout. If you don't want to sit in the bar area, make a reservation for the main dining room in the back it's a beautiful atmosphere next to the water.
(4)Lydia L.
My husband and I tried to have lunch at Komegashi Too yesterday. The OPEN sign was still hanging when we arrived just after 2 so we went in knowing that we had arrived with 30 minutes before lunch service was over. We were refused a table though I explained that we had driven all the way from up the River in NY just to come there. The three young women in front could not have cared less. They were snooty and not interested in at least indulging us with a "We appreciate you coming all that way. Let me see what if anything I can do." Nope. Nothing but an offer of take out although it was mentioned that the chefs left at 2. Their inability to keep a story straight or be gracious was not working for me. Now I understand all about siestas but by being so adamant and rigid they have only ensured that we will not come back to try them again. I am sure that within the time left we could have ordered, eaten and left but it was not to be. Nor will it be again. Luckily the cashier at the parking lot across the street was gracious and waived the $5 parking fee for the 20 minutes we were parked. We ended up going to Hoboken instead and finding a great nabe sushi joint among the many offered and will now head to The H rather than JC for our sushi. youtube.com/watch?v=JPPB…
(1)Michael T.
First impressions were not great. As approaching the main dining area, there is a faint not-so-pleasant smell. Think musty mop water. Hoping the aroma of food quickly masks that smell. Sat at a table along the wall with the bench seating. Noticed that the seat back upholstery is ripped in a few areas. Handed a drink menu that has the entire spine worn away to shreds held together with tape. Overall ambiance was nice and the music was at a nice level. Ordered a couple pieces of Maguru nigiri before the main course. No complaints on the sushi, however not a large enough sample to make an in-depth sushi review. Well constructed, good quality and average thickness on the tuna. Main course was the beef teriyaki. Specified medium temperature, but received medium-well. That didn't really matter because the beef quality was excellent and was incredibly tender and juicy. The beef was served on a bed of sautéed onions and framed by broccoli, carrots and potatoes that were perfectly cooked. I was pleasantly surprised by what I expected would be a run-of-the-mill dish. Very flavorful. Finished with bananas foster and a cup of joe. Nice presentation on the desert and a nice sweet finish to the meal. Service was polite and overall attentive.
(3)Maksim N.
Way overpriced for the quality and postion. Slow especially during lunch time. Service with an attitude. They are lucky that there aren't many other choices around them. It really gets grating, very fast. Save yourself the trouble.
(1)Candy C.
A very nice restaurant. Beautiful view of the hudson river. I ordered the restaurant special--marinated seabass and it was amazing! Too bad it is only for the special event and may not be on menu again... We also had salmon cannon as appetizer, very good. Rolls are okay. Yakitori don may be one of the best dons I had in US. Chicken is grilled crispy outside but tender inside. Just too much soy sauce.
(4)Wing L.
The ambiance is nice but I think that's all I can say that's exceptionally well. The food is decent but I think overpriced for their dinner entrees. $20+ for a rice over eel? I'd pass and take the PATH to 14th street in Astor to get my Japanese cravings. I'd say, get their lunch portions as it's reasonably priced. One thing i was VERY disappointed was one of their Fusion dishes, where it was stir fried kimchi and vegetables mixed with a choice of meat. The dish itself was good but the spice was NOT. When the menu gives me options to indicate spice as : None, mild, medium, and VERY spicy, I expect "Very spicy". Now, you'd think spice is measured differently but for the most part, when there's an adverb involved, the dishes usually come out with that flare. This, not so much. I'd say the menu needs some tweaking to add in, "spice for amateurs" and I'd leave it to that. But, maybe that was part of the asian fusion experience.
(3)Silvia L.
Good food and great view!
(4)Lei G.
I like this place because it's really close to my Apt...haha...
(3)M R.
During lunch time it gets busy and rather loud. Beef teriyaki lunch special was pretty good, but a little on a smaller size. Check shows a breakdown of everything ordered and pre-calculated tips(a nice touch). But pay attention to those amounts since they pre-calculate tips AFTER THE TAX.
(3)Tyler D.
You will search far and wide to find sushi this good in NJ. Not your traditional Japanese restaurant and fusion dishes are delicious (i.e., Chicken Tango). NYC views are a nice touch especially during dinner. Waiting staff is great. All the Newport foreigners (mostly expats) seem to love this place however. Minus 1 star for that but not Komegashi's fault.
(4)Janelle F.
I've been coming to K2 for years and I must say it is the best sushi I've ever had and I do go to a lot of places that never compare. It's my faovrite restaurant. It's located in my hometown, excellent service and unbeatable NYC views. Did I mention validated parking? It is pricey but you get what you pay for. My favorites are the Spicey Lover roll, the sea bass and of course the ( Nutella, strawberry, banana, chocolate) crepe for dessert. You will NOT be disappointed!
(5)Vicky L.
My favorite sushi place in Jersey City. I love it, I'm going back and I'm planning a Christmas Eve dinner there with my family and friends. What can I say? I am a sucker for finger food and mood lighting. There aren't many places that compare to the food in NYC, but Komegashi Too comes close enough that I might stop trekking to Astor Place for my sushi fix...
(5)Anthony L.
Fact: If you live in Newport, it's true that if you need anything decent that's at a convenient location, you will end up in Komegashi Too. After a few months, I've decided to give this restaurant a second chance--and have since been warming up to the restaurant... But I'm actually surprised today that the general manager (different from the manager I have issues with) approached me (they took the effort to track down what my real name is) and asked me to update my review. That kind of corroborated my suspicion that the restaurant aggressively manage reviews: - Evidence #1: first, imagine a restaurant, using their database of customer information/credit card!, match it against Yelp, and try to figure out what your last name is (Yelp don't show last names), and then track you down, walk over and talk to you. That's some detective work. And then asking me to update review and have my old review printed in front of her. Good detective work on 'going after' your customers. I have to question the legality/appropriateness of this. - Evidence #2: Homey T., who, including her Komegashi Too review, only has reviewed a grand total of 3 restaurants, posted a 4 star review ONE day after my negative review, justifying how I've misjudged the restaurant and made personal negative comments. She has never made another review since then (7/31/2011) on Yelp, so no reviews from (7/31/11 - 2/3/12). Tell me that's not someone affiliated with /friends /etc of the restaurant. Remember: someone who rarely posted and never posted since posted a 4 star review after my 1 star one day after my review. But then again this is just a guess. High probability guess? perhaps. But a guess nonetheless. Just something to be aware of. I feel restaurant owners should not even attempt to identify the customers, other than contact thru Yelp message. Don't the owners know it makes customer uncomfortable someone is matching their personal information against what Yelp displays? (first name, last initial). No customer would identify themselves as a particular user to the restaurant staff so please do not say the 'staff' recognize you. Thanks! (particularly since this is a restaurant that has traffic, mostly from Newport, NJ or close by in New Jersey) The manager's request sounded like she 'caught' me (shouldn't she appreciate a customer actually gave the restaurant a second chance?), but these people will never get it. Again, #2 is just a guess. Judge for yourself. To be fair, here's another assessment, not so skew towards customer-focus like last time: - yes, food is good, they do make a good effort on this. But pricey for the quality. But unlike many restaurants that are initially good and later cut corners, their quality is consistent - service is 'efficient': referring to 'speed' of service. - I give them credit for monitoring & learning from their reviews. That's important: they care about improving the restaurant. But aggressive management is a no-no. my advice: they have good food, a bit pricey. But the management has a lot to learn on their attitude towards customers. Can make you uncomfortable if you come across it. Privacy issue regarding their detective work. Taking into account all that? 2 star. In my view, on the things I've considered. That's an honest valuation. I wish Newport has plans to have another restaurant sometime soon, anything but the Mall please...
(2)Allie C.
i go here with family and the service is exceptional. Prices are unbeatable, atmosphere is comfortable, and the wine and sake are good, and i don't have anything bad to say about this place. Is it worth the PATH ride over here? You know..if you've never been to JC, try it. Get off at the Newport spot. You can go shopping at the mall or grab a coffee from Starbucks and chill at the Piers (in warm weather). While you're at it, def eat at Komegashi. If you drive, you can get your parking ticket validated. So parking isn't even an issue. Quality: 5 Service: 5 Overall Atmosphere: 5
(5)Dee S.
I LOVE Komegashi Too. We came here for the first time the other night, and had a seat by the window with a beautiful view of the dock and the water. This is our go-to Japanese place for many reasons: 1. Piping hot gyoza filled with savory, delicious pork 2. Polite, efficient service 3. Very reasonable prices 4. Great sushi selection, all fish prepared fresh 5. AMAZING dessert menu We will be back soon! Great date place.
(5)Zel A.
Hubby and I went here for dinner yesterday. I must say....THE RESTAURANT IS AWESOME! Love the ambiance! Our waiter was friendly and prompt. The salad and misu (sorry i dunno how it spelled) soup that came with our Nabeyaki Udon was freaking delicious, and they were very fresh too. My friend had tempura for $14 and man it was sooo delicious! Overall the service & food was GREAT!! I must come back here more often! Thanks for the great service and the food!!!!!
(5)Annie W.
It's alright. Clean and palatable. No particular dish really stood out for me though.
(3)Sara S.
Solid sush option in JC. Full disclosure--I'm usually guilty of ordering ridiculous rolls, filled with crunchy and spicy and mayo-y junk to the point that they no longer resemble actual sushi. (To my initial dismay,) this place doesn't have a list of 87 craycray specialty rolls, but it covers all the basics, and does them well. In my experience fish here has always been fresh. And that's a great thing, cuz nobody likes fish that...isn't so fresh. Extra star for the bangin skyline view of NYC, tranquil atmosphere, and constant stream of green tea (did that sound gross?). I like it.
(4)Alex R.
Meh, run of the mill sushi place that is a dime-a-dozen anywhere else in NYC. I can only speak for lunch, since that's when Ive been to Komegashi. Sushi combos are standard and again, nothing jumps out. Sushi/sashimi combo is good, but forgettable. Of course this is Jersey City, so don't expect gourmet Japanese.
(3)Linda C.
We've dined here three times and I am surprised that I haven't already written a review for this place. Each visit has been spectacular and the last was probably the best yet. We started off with a seaweed salad - portions were huge. Next was a spicy roll, could have been a bit spicier but presentation was great as was taste. I ordered the chirashi (about $18) for my dinner and my partner ordered a sashimi dinner. Mine was incredibly huge. I think I counted at least 7 types of fish. The sashimi dinner (about $18) portion is about the same but there are many 4 varieties of fish in it. For dessert, a green tea creme brulee. The texture was a bit strange, it didn't have the light/smoothness of, say, a panno cotta, but it was still yummy. As usual, service was attentive and excellent. Not a single complaint. Well worth trying.
(5)Tony P.
I've been here many times over the past few years and the waiter already know me. This place never disappointed me. I love their Ika Geso and Seaweed Salad thats a must to start off with. Brought many friends to try this place and it truly never disappoint them. Theres always a smile from the waiter and waitress. Hostess for some reason this one girl always have a attitude so I would never walk in so I would always call ahead to make a reservation. I still give this place a 5 star no matter what. I love their Lobster Tempura Roll and Spider Roll and their Sashimi. Always fresh each time I order it. This is by far the best sushi restaurant I ever been to that have the freshest white tuna sashimi. I also love the variety of sake they have. I usually get a Yuzu sake cause it have this citrus taste which I can actually drink 3 or 4 bottles of it hehe... I try to come here once a week when I'm not busy with work or what ever. GREAT PLACE FOR A DATE TOO!!! Well its it for now until my next visit.
(5)Aly Y.
Stopped by here for an early dinner with my aunt. Nice window seat overlooking a pier, wishing we were on one of the boats docked. Food was just ok - unexciting sushi and sashimi combo. The soft-shell crab udon noodles had the right amount of heat but you couldn't detect any crab as it was deep-fried to a crisp. Service was friendly and proficient.
(3)Xavier S.
Recently went back to Komegashi Too for a Saturday dinner. The overall experience was just okay. For starters, when we entered the restaurant by the hostess station, there was no hostess to greet us and take us back to the seating. Instead, we stood around the area for a bit. Then when it became somewhat awkward we decided to walk to the back dining area where we were kinda intercepted by the hostess to actually get seated. So, finally when we were seated we got the seating along the wall that was right next to a wine rack facing the waterfront view. There was still daylight but the overhead lighting was barely on above us making it nearly impossible to read off the menu. The fact this happened, it took me twice as long to pick out our orders. I decided on the Tempura appetizer for the starters. This came with shrimp and some vegetables lightly fried with the dipping sauce. For the rolls, tried out one of specialty rolls called the Whatever roll that had spicy tuna, eel, and avocado on the inside and masago and eel sauce on the outside. Additionally got the name your Maki Combo where you are able to select a variety of 3 rolls from the list, and tried to the Spicy White Tuna, Eel and Cucumber, and Yellowtail and Scallion. The food came out in a timely manner, it was just the right timing after finishing up the appetizer. Some of the sushi rolls had too much rice than others, so it was a bit inconsistent roll to roll. The rolls tasted fine to me overall. The only time that the light was appropriately adjusted was when the dining room got filled up with more patrons. Also, even though we ordered draft beers, I was surprised there was no water brought out at the very start or even with the dishes. I took a glance at the dessert, but opted not to get it this time. Looks like there was some improvement to it like selling Lady M cake since the last visit.
(3)Chris C.
Love love love this place for lunch. Awesome fresh tight rolls, great scenery of the river and lower Manhattan. Can't say enough good stuff about it. Service can be a bit spotty at times but nothing you can't work through. It's a small place and you always find someone that works there because they're well staffed.
(4)Chris R.
Good rolls, great view by the water next to the marina, friendly staff
(4)Scott C.
Komegashi Too is one of the finest Japanese resturants in the NY/NJ area. The Lunch Specials are top notch and well rounded and the price is terrific considering you can spend more in the crappy mall food court nearby. The wait staff is more than willing to make adjustments to any order and presentation is nice and the sushi is always fresh and fast. Even the hostesses, Christina and Anna seat you with a smile and It is always a great experience there!
(5)Stanley Y.
Shrimp Don and beef udon are fine.
(3)Alex V.
Komegashi is in a great location, right next to the PATH stop and near the major hotels in Jersey City. I sat at the bar, and I was shocked by the lively crowd for a Monday night. The sushi was good, and the service was outstanding. The pricing is not cheap, but not exceptionally high either. Its not a destination, but if your looking for something in Jersey City, its a good option.
(4)John L.
Great service and wonderful view but the food was lacking flavor and that "punch". Head over to mitsuwa japanese market in edgewater nj for a greater more authentic japanese food offering. Overall I would go back but only if I was in the area and had no other options.
(2)Quan N.
Been here a couple of times, mostly for lunch. Prices are fair and portions mediocre. I suppose what really saves this place for me is the 4pm-7pm daily happy hour prices. All domestics are $2.50 and the saketinis are a steal at $5. You can't go wrong with $3 salmon roll either! Quite possibly the best happy hour prices in this area.
(3)James P.
Ehh, I wasn't too impressed. I live across the street so I'll get it sometimes. The food is average, i got the ramen, and it was... tasteless. They treat you pretty good so even though its expensive, its worth it sometimes. When i went, i got a salad, and appetizer with my meal which was a nice suprise. Didn't get the sushi there, but something tells me its not special.
(3)Michelle S.
Located right at the Newport Waterfront outside the Pavonia/Newport PATH stop, it's a quaint Sushi spot. A bit pricey if you ask me but it does deliver. They are willing (at times) to make special rolls for you but of course it'll cost you. The menu is absolutely good. The bar there is great so you and your friends can get your draaank on. I am a frequenter of the place when i have the extra cash to spare. I'm a fan, I'd definitely recommended it when one of my group members is craving sushi. Try it out for yourself.
(4)Jen R.
i've been coming to this place for several years, but sporadic-like, because i used to live in the area and now i visit every now and again. so this review is the culmination of about a decade of lone mid-week lunches, party-of-five saturday night dinners, take out and everything in between. this place has always been decent but a bit pricey. it's not going to woo you with omakase so much as specialty rolls with clever names such as the "whatever roll" and a view of the harbor. i have never had an exceptional meal here - neither great nor horrible - but it has always sufficed and then some. but i feel compelled to review tonight because they have obviously raised their game in the service and presentation departments since the last time i visited. i sat at the sushi bar and watched a steady stream of raw fish get picked up for the tables. they have cut down the variety of specialty rolls and gone the route of "neo-japanese" fusion. i stuck to the traditional/paleo pickings and got exactly what i always have: an very ok meal for a little more than i wish i was paying. only this time, i was paid attention to at a level that i wish all restaurants could boast. i never wanted for fresh water, never had a plate removed without my permission first or had to wait for anything, and yet never felt that i was being overwhelmed with attention. a side salad, a whatever roll, salmon roll, and piece of tobiko sushi and a cold bottle of sake for $40 with tip. and a complimentary bowl of edamame.
(4)Natalie S.
Love this place. The food is great, and they have a nice view of the harbor once you get inside. They also have an aquarium and a koi pond, which makes the ambiance even better. The wine flights are great, and the waiters can recommend what goes well with whatever you're ordering. Very good service and quick seating.
(5)Sarah R.
This is a great place in Jersey City - the sushi is really good and other food is good too. I love their chirashi and the sushi by the roll. The bar can be slow, but usually I just go straight to the table.
(5)Michelle W.
I used to live in the Newport, and Komegashi Too was my favorite restaurant in the area Likes: - Volcano - Special Rolls - Sashimi Dinner - Sashimi Delicious - Reasonable Price - Nice environment where you can look over hudson river
(3)Billy L.
Took my girlfriend here for a valentines dinner. Everything was excellent. They have a great view of the Hudson River. The food was tasty and well prepared. The service was timely and attentive. And they have a good wine selection as well. Parking is available in the lot across the street. Don't forget to validate before leaving.
(5)Wesley C.
My brother raved of his usual sushi spot for lunch and dinner, claiming it to be the best sushi he's ever eatten. Sure enough, Komegashi delivered to his reviews. Freshest pieces of yellowtail and fatty tuna I've eaten, cut thick and very filling. For those on spicy kicks, the wasabi shumai was great: tangy kick immediately hits you, with a tasty pork filling finish. My dad had a delicious chilean sea bass with smooth mashed potatoes. Wine lovers will enjoy a plethora of choices (our two bottles of 7 Daughters can atest). Great ritzy surroundings, with a laid-back atmosphere.
(4)Rosanne A.
If you live around Jersey City and don't want to trek Manhattan for some savory sushi this is the place for you. Just a walk from the Path station, with great views of downtown NYC. Nice cozy atmosphere surely great for a date or friends/family gathering. Food is always served fresh, presentable and flavorful. Try their famous appetizer "Volcano" you can have it in salmon or tuna either way its my favorite! Its like a riot in your mouth and eat it down to the last tobiko. They also come up with their own original sushi recipes when the season changes. Sampling their new recipes, like a rebel "sushi connoisseur" hasn't been a bad experience. Their sushi sauce is still beyond anything I've ever tasted, could not be replicated and that is why I keep coming back!
(5)Laurent M.
We have been going there for years, and have so far been delighted with the delicious food (only a couple of times were we disappointed by the sushi), and location. Lately, however, is seems like Komegashi has had a pattern of discretely increasing already high prices, cutting on service (e.g. parking validation) and lastly including 20% gratuity to all tables (which is not only high, but borderline dishonest as it not mentioned anywhere and credit card receipts still arrive with a tip line). Combined with a decreasing service quality, this is making us consider take-out as the only option we would frequent Komegashi again. I would have given it 4 stars last year.
(2)Stephanie Y.
I came back for another try to Komegashi Too since it's been awhile. The place is still extremely nice and for a Sunday night it was quite busy. The hot towels come which is a nice way to start a meal. Great tradition. Our server was on top of his game with water, recommendations, suggestions and overall great service. We ordered a large edamame. They came out piping hot. Solid. Where things got a little discouraging was the roll we ordered: the salmon naruto roll. It's not on the menu but the waiter offered it up when we asked for a roll with out rice. The roll came out, and I have had this roll before. Usually it's so awkwardly large you can't eat it. This $12 roll, was teeny. Five small little sections with barely any fish and avocado with a thin slice of cucumber. I would have been ok if this was $6-$7 but really $12? Definitely a rip off. I ordered the Tokyo fusion dish with steak and my man went with the sashimi special. The fish that came out on his dish was fresh and a great variety but again it was on the pricy side for the amount (we just ate at Honshu and though 2 of the fish varieties weren't as delicious, there was a hell of a lot more fish involved). My Tokyo fusion was delicious, with great spice, though I needed more and the steak was thick cuts that were delicious. However there was a whole lot of rice and very few pieces of steak and veggies for the $18 price tag. Do we see an overall theme here? Don't get the side grilled vegetables. $5 for about 6 slices of vegetables. Overall, the food is good here and if price really doesn't matter then I think you can get a great and enjoyable meal here for the location and the view.
(3)Jerry D.
What a horrible experience. The worst Sushi I've ever had. Service is incredibly inept.
(1)Jade C.
Not at all impressed. Sushi and sashimi are not fresh, they look like aged. The rice is too tight, and stagnate in the mouth.
(1)Zoe Z.
The sushi was fresh and well balanced with the amount of rice and meat! Delicious dons. Very flavourful and tasty! It is my third time coming back. Good martini and sake
(4)Frank B.
have been here a couple of times with co-workers....really fresh sushi and a nice location....we usually get a table near the windows and can get a nice view of the marina or nyc....have tried a number of rolls and have never been disappointed....usually get a couple different rolls and a soft drink and with tip runs about $20 so prices are quite reasonable as well.....will continue to go here often and recommend it to others....
(4)Michelle T.
This place can do no wrong. High quality ingredients, attention to detail, friendly professional service. Tuna is of high quality.
(5)Eriana S.
I've been a costumer for 2 years. The food is great I can't complain. But yesterday ( Tuesday night) I went there with my husband and the hostess ( Asian girl) was sooo rude that I almost went home without eating there. She put us next to a table full of screaming kids and I asked here if was possible to change. The restaurant was relatively empty and she said no, because We didn't have reservation. She said that we needed to wait 5 minutes to another table. She made us wait in a empty restaurant while she kept throwing the menus in her desk. We decided to wait and while we were eating she stared at us with a not friendly face. Thank god our server ( Indonesian guy ) was awesome and made up for the horrible service that this girl is providing in the front, If you are the manager of this place pay attention to the hostess. She can keep your costumers away due her rudeness.
(3)Jane K.
Excellent sushi and entrees, good service. Ivan is great! We've always been seated promptly without reservations and never felt rushed. Love Alaska and Spicy white lover roll. Chilean sea bass with pesto was delicious and a sizable portion. Hot green tea is very good and they refill it constantly. Overall, our go to place in Newport for a good dinner. Definitely recommend.
(5)C W.
Really great food! We loved our meal. Halfway thru i used the bathroom and was disgusted!. Why on earth would you use mothballs in the urinals??? There were at least 8-10. They are a neurotoxin! It took my breath away. Are you trying to poison your guests and employees? Unreal. Someone needs to report this. ehow.com/info_8067118_ef…
(1)Stephanie S.
BEST DIRTY MARTINI OF MY LIFE! Seriously it was perfection. The sushi was great as well. I usually never give 5 stars to sushi places without brown rice, but with the view of the water and amazing martini I had to. We enjoyed the volcano app, sweet potato roll, sumi roll, and another spicy roll (forgot the name) all very tasty and fresh. Only con: we wanted to order dessert and for an entire 15 mins our waitress was no where to be found.
(5)Sona D.
I like komegashi one better, but the sushi is great here. View is amazing, and menu varies. Down side is other patrons. An over-entitled couple with two young children ignored them while they ran wild, yelling, pestering diners, and spilling things. Table on other side was dull young bankers braying loudly. It would be a good place to go on a date if it weren't in Newport. Go when it's not a work night. Or try for a table at the window. Komegashi One gets a quieter clientele and has lovely food, too, but no view. Next time I'll walk my lazy self over there and dine in peace.
(4)CJ J.
Food was okay nothing special, but the server was extremely rude. They were keep on rushing us. I could see that they were having really bad time at the restaurant. I dont know what exactly going on there but it just ruined my dinner
(1)The Reviewer S.
This is the best restaurant in Newport, in my opinion. I strongly recommend tuna tacos, tuna ceviche, tiradito, and spicy white lover roll. The view and ambiance are also very nice.
(5)Danny N.
I FOUND GLASS IN MY ROLL AND MY FRIEND FOUND A PIECE OF HARD PLASTIC IN HERS. Normally this statement would be enough to not come back but there's a bit more to it. This use to be my "go to" spot in Newport for sushi. After what happened I am never going back. If it's an honest accident that's fine but the manager did not really care. The worst part is the manager comped us the rolls that had glass and plastic in them but expected us to pay for the rest of the rolls / meal. REALLY? What's funny is that a couple having dinner in the table next to us overheard our complaint and said they found glass on a previous visit. I guess they must have gotten better treatment during that incident and was willing to give the place a second chance but separate incidents show that something is going on with the quality control here. If you can't keep foreign objects out of the sushi then I really question if they're handling their raw fish properly.
(1)Jessica D.
This is probably one of the most elegant & beautiful Japanese restaurants I've been too, and the 2nd restaurant I've been to in New Jersey. Is there anything more beautiful with a restaurant that has a view of the ocean & skyline? I don't think so. Food & Service was great and right on point! Ika Geso (Deep Fried Squid Legs) - When my friend mentioned 'squid legs' I was a little hesitant to try and order it but it is part of a squid afterall. It was very crunchy and tasty,probably one of best fried calamari's I've tried so far. Agedashi Tofu (Fried Tofu) - This was rather a simplicit appetizer but overall, tasty and well-presented. Lobster Tempura Roll - They used REAL lobster meat, never seen this in the sushi restaurants I've been to but very good job with presentation and taste! Spider roll - I never been a big fan of this but it was alright and well presented. Slightly pricey? yes but overall, a great place to be for a date or a casual dinner and night out with friends! I'd love to come back here.
(5)Newyorkerlove L.
I ordered take out food from this place. Found plastic wrap, a long strand of hair of a different color (I have short hair, so it's not mine), and some other type of weird plastic in my food. I'm not kidding. I don't want to go back to ask for a refund because I need to walk there, but I don't plan to eat there anytime soon again. (Someone else on yelp said they found glass in their food so I'm not the only one who came across some interesting objects in their meals.)
(1)Hans H.
There is nothing really special about this place. The food is ok, the drinks are ok and the space is rather disappointing. The personnel is nice, and that's what saves them from a two-star rating.
(3)Jason H.
Komegashi had come highly recommended from a few friends so I wanted to give it a try. I've certainly had better sushi before in my life but it wasn't the worst. I've been trying to find a good, reasonably priced sushi spot in JC. Needless to say I'm still looking. The restaurant has a modern look with some nice views of the river. The restaurant was clean which is always key, especially when you are eating raw food. Service was attentive enough. At times I was left with an empty water glass for long periods of time but I guess I can't expect too much. I sat at the sushi bar since sushi was the goal of this trip and I was rolling in solo. Usually I will try to interact with the sushi chefs to see find out what they feel is the best, freshest fish they have but these guys weren't very talkative. I wanted to try a variety of their sashimi so I decided to order the chirashi bowl. I also ordered a tuna hand roll since I feel the quality of tuna a restaurant has is a good indicator of how much they really care. Shortly after ordering I was given a nice sized bowl of cold edamame and very hot miso soup. The soup was above average thanks to it's temperature. 15 minutes later I was handed my meal from one of the sushi chefs. I was pleasantly surprised by the portion size of both the chirashi bowl and the hand roll so no complaint there. The sushi rice was a bit sweeter than I like it to be. The biggest issue was the fish. In the bowl on top of the rice was a mix of salmon, tuna, white tuna, yellowtail and what appeared to be mackerel. Nothing tasted very fresh. The tuna quality in the bowl and the roll wasn't very good. It was a very pale pink, no fat marbling whatsoever. I ended up leaving very full but a bit disappointed. My review is based on my one and only solo trip to the restaurant so as always I'll have to give it another shot sometime down the road. Maybe after Hudson Country Restaurant week is over.
(3)Mike S.
Ate there a few times and it was't bad. Got the teriyaki chicken they other day, and it was worse than bad. The chicken was fatty and chewy, and to be fair it can happen anywhere. I gave the place a second chance a week later, and it was worse. There was a bone or ligament, so now I am out. Never again.
(1)Howard Z.
To start, I do not like how people rate this as "$$". This place is easily $$$. Unless everybody else is getting crazy deals or don't eat much, it is very easy to spend $30+ per person here. Sushi was ok. Ordered Sushi Lovers Platter for 3. All of the fish seemed fresh except one (I couldn't tell what it was). It was kind of stringy? Nothing unbelievably out of the ordinary. The view is ok; it doesn't look directly out to the city; it's right next to a small bit of water. Service is as expected of a location of this caliber. I might have missed out by not ordering special rolls but we were going a little more for quantity than special.
(3)Mika C.
This place is so excellent. Amazing quality sushi, all the food here is of great quality. I don't at all agree with the bad reviews.
(5)Renee B.
A gem of jersey city. I have been to Komegashi Too twice. Fresh fish, good service, yummy cocktails and reasonable prices. Every piece of sushi I've had there has been super tasty. I tried the chocolate cake for some reason... and of course it was meh... it's a japanese restaurant, why would they have a bomb chocolate cake? Waitstaff was very attentive. I enjoyed the first visit where we sat at the sushi bar, as well as our reserved table by the windows overlooking the docks. My husband and I spent about $100 for a small edamame, a pork belly app, a fried bonito fish app, three sushi rolls, four adult beverages and a piece of cake... yum.
(4)Duncan B.
This review is for takeout only. We live next door. Sushi is my favorite food. I had it for the first time last night. Fish wasn't bad but it wasn't super fresh and tasty. Some of my fish had the skin on it still and there were a few pieces that still had the dark meat sections that you would usually cut out. The spicy tuna roll was good but it had a lot of rice and not enough fish. The yellowtail was not a premium cut. Lastly, the rainbow roll was relatively tasty, but on the skimpy side.
(3)Charles M.
The view was nice but that's about it. I'd like to comment about the food but I can't due to the fact that we were never waited upon. We must have sat there for about 20 minutes but no one came to even take our drink order. If the staff was incompetent enough to ignore it's customers, I doubt the food could have been any good.
(2)Anushka J.
my first sushi place , n still serves the sushi rolls i love the most!!! its a must have from here in a week!!! The specials sushi rolls are simply amazing . for the suhsi first timers should try the godzilla roll and sumi roll to start with ,they will make you fall in love with sushi. An appetizer which goes unnoticed is grilled tuna which is served with perfectly flavored sauce to go along with it.and after sumptuous sushi meal Green Tea Creme Brulee is the perfect dessert.
(5)TX B.
GLASS IN MY FOOD AND CRAPPY MANAGEMENT. DO NOT GO HERE. Let me just say that I understand Jersey City does not have a lot of sushi options. Go to Honshu by Exchange Place -- it is 10x better and the employees respect their customers. We ordered a lot of food. Half way through our meal, two members of our party found glass/hard plastic in their sushi rolls. I complained to the manager, who gave a quick apology and offered us new rolls, dessert, or "whatever they could do for us." She also said not to worry about paying for the rolls. She pushed the free dessert on us and some rolls, even though we declined several times. (Lost my appetite much?) We said fine to dessert since it was my boyfriend's birthday. The bill came and we were still charged for everything minus the dessert and glass/plastic rolls. Her argument was that "well you guys still drank the cokes, ate the other rolls, etc). By the way, we did not eat the other rolls because the waiter took our plates away. She began crying that she had comped us so much food already and overlooked the fact that her staff served us food with GLASS IN IT. This establishment does not care about its customers and has no sense of quality control. If anyone chokes on any pieces of glass, give me a call and I will pay for your lawyer and take you out for some beers.
(1)Brady H.
This is no Sushi Yasuda, but its a very pleasant surprise in Jersey City. First, the food. My wife and I both ordered the chirashi royale and were very pleased at both the amount of fish, the quality, and the variety for $30. The uni was a nice touch. My cousin and his wife ordered a shared sushi platter - that also looked decent for the price. This place's fish is good enough for a neighborhood sushi joint. I wouldn't travel across town to go here, but its perfectly fine if you are in that areas. Ambiance - good enough. Yes, it has a view of some water. The night before we actually dined at Michael Anthony just across the way from this place - it was funny to have a view of the Michael Anthony restaurant. Service - I noticed some people on yelp complained but I found the service excellent. We were warmly greeted and they quickly set up a table for four adults + a 2 year old requiring a high chair and some space for our 4 month in a stroller. Thumbs up all around. Waitress was also nice and the rest of the staff was prompt and attentive. I actually do'nt have much recollection of most of the service but at no time did I feel like I was waiting for anything. Excellent!
(4)Lorin R.
The food was great. Pricey. But the service was so-so. Took forever for us to get our dinner. And the staff had some attitude.
(3)Ja'Bette L.
For sushi close to the Marriott, not a bad deal. The sushi wasn't great, small rolls, and a little uninspiring. Not sure what the advantage is to coming here versus the food court in the mall across the street??? Ah yes... you take ten fewer steps, and get a view of the harbor.
(3)Anthony N.
I ordered over the phone, and the lady I spoke with was real nice and helpful with every thing. It was a bit pricy for a bowl of Udon, $16.00, but they also delivered. It was for a sick friend, and so I asked them to separate the broth with the noodles/meat/veggies so she could save it for later. It ended up being mixed together anyways, but was still good to eat later regardless!
(4)D R.
Me loves the marina...Komegashi is located right on the Hudson with a maahvelous view of the *Manhattan* skyline...mmmhmmm. The food is pretty much as good as it gets......(I had the shrimp teriyaki and some unagi)...It's only a few minutes from nyc on the Path...get off at pavonia...there's a huge (Newport) mall right across the street, a movie theater inside..starbucks on the corner.....if you ever want to get away from the city it's just a hop, a skip-a-dee-skip, & a jump away (literally)!! ****************** p.s. don't be afraid! it's jersey, not beirut! ******************
(5)Shyr F.
Food is good, service is not so good, unattentive, lazy waitresses. bitchy receptionist- wouldn't let us eat there even thought their website says their open from 12-2:30pm and i got there at 2:18 with two of my friends. i called at 2:08 asking her to hold it- she says no, last call is in 5 minutes. but we drove there anyway but got refused anyway. Why say you're open till 2:30 when you wont accept customers past 2:15. it's bullshit.
(2)Lisa F.
Great food and views. Greeting was quite slow.
(4)Shielah M.
I came here on a Thursday night to meet couple of my friends for a little catch up. I used to pass by this place quite often every time I take the train to the city. It looks small from the outside but don't let that fool you! They have plenty of space all the way to the back overlooking the Hudson, and skyscrapers which I think would be really pretty during the night. I was very pleased with the staff, they were always right on it when I needed to order extra or just need water. The food wasn't so bad either. I had the spicy tuna roll; salmon roll and had some taste of the beef teriyaki, salmon salad and dumplings. Overall the experience was great! I would come back again!
(4)David C.
I've been coming here since 2005 on and off whenever I'm in the mood for sushi. Within the past year or so I noticed the quality of food and care for presentation has been lacking. On my last trip there I was told that there was a long wait time and I would had to sit at the bar. 2 to 3 mins after seating another group was told by another hostess that they will be seating in few mins. How does one hostess know that a seat is available and other doesn't? After sitting down the bartender took forever to come take our order and then even longer to make our drinks. Not sure how the staff was trained but they brought my entree before my apps were all out. I order Katsu don and it looked like it was popped into a microwave. Luke warm at best! I'm just disappointed that a fine sushi restaurant doesn't make the entrees fresh! Even the rice was warm! Come on!! I'm glad I'm moving so I won't be forced to come back. Side noted! No offense to my hard working Chinese/Taiwanese peeps but a fine dining sushi restaurant that charges high prices should have a Japanese head sushi chef....
(2)Elaine M.
OK, so this place is no longer my absolute favorite sushi place in NJ anymore, NOT because of anything they've done wrong, but rather because of other sushi places I've discovered that I've decided I like even better. Regardless, Komegashi Too is still a fabulous sushi spot and you can't really go wrong with a dining experience here.
(4)Julie S.
I never get tired of this place. I avoided it for two years, because I thought it wouldn't measure up to my NY standards. The sushi/sashimi rocks. The appetizers rock. I love their shrimp and shitake pasta. Their desserts are great. Love being on the water. Only thing is I wish they could make the restaurant a little bit bigger.
(5)Claire L.
I go there for lunch very often. The food quality is good for the price. And I love salmon teriyaki there. I don't think the dinner price is cheap though. If they have tofu teriyaki, I would be even more interested.
(4)Sylvain P.
Nestled in Newport, NJ across the river from Manhattan, this restaurant resembles a slapped together piece of artwork made by a five year old with an inner ear problem. The sushi was meek at best and the reality of it all, made apparent early on, was the terrible service. The waiter didn't seem interested in serving us.
(2)Inez C.
"The Situation" that brought me to Komegashi Too was far from the GTL . . .but your basic SSR (sashimi, sushi, rolls). Took an extremely short trip out to the right coast to check out potential possibilities. As with any yelp journey I soon found myself at Komegashi. The environment was much different then my other Japanese Cuisine establishments, but you just can't beat the flavor of their sushi and creative rolls!!
(4)Kristen M.
Great Sushi...extremely fresh and beautiful views. Some of the nicest sushi presentation this side of the Hudson.
(4)Elmo G.
Another great sushi place! The food is DELICIOUS!!! Some of the appetizers both look AND taste amazing. The ice cream for a dessert was also exceptional...
(5)Julia E.
I've been here a couple times, but never really cared for it. Then I tried the red snapper with hot tea broth and fell in love. Now I'm hooked. The sushi was awesome on my last visit too. Guess they're stepping up.
(4)Phillip L.
There four dishes we ordered were all good. Skirt steak ordered medium rare came out cooked to the right temperature and the meat was good quality so it was tasty. Udon noodles and pork tonkatsu were very good. May the best though, was the dessert call Banana Foster. The bananas were fresh and flambéed perfectly! Yum!
(4)Crystal M.
Love it! Sushi is VERY fresh and the atmosphere is wonderful. You can go dressed up or casual. Lots of intimate seating for two in front of a window right on the water. Pricing is reasonable, definitely not the worst I've seen for sushi, especially given the quality of the rolls. I was very happy with my meals from Komegashi. P.S. Their fried ice cream is also some of the best, if not the best, I have ever had. And they validate your parking for the garage across the street. I highly recommend this place.
(5)Jessica B.
delicious food, great view, great wine selection & good service.
(4)Michelle C.
decent food. good service. great view --- if that's what you're there for. this restaurant has always been chosen for its consistency, full bar and its convenient location. management puts up with a large group of patrons having a "nice" time and everyone always walks out happy. i've been here more times than i care to remember and have never seen anyone gripe about anything.
(3)Priyanka B.
I enjoy going to this place for lunch during the week. My favorite dish is chicken teriyaki here and the miso soup is awesome too :)
(4)Bianca T.
Dining at this restaurant is always a treat. My boyfriend and I have been dining at this restaurant for over 10 years and have spent several valentine's day and anniversary dinners here! We always order the Smoky Tiger roll and constantly crave for the Creamy Nirvana roll. Avoid busy nights if you are uncomfortable with sitting near other parties, as the tables are arranged in close proximity to other diners. Try the avocado tempura (appetizer), and some special rolls (Super STsquared & Banana Mama). A lot of their older rolls are no longer on the menu, but the sushi chefs will still make them for you-- making their menu that much more extensive. Not a fan of sushi? Their chicken teriyaki is super tasty- served: with carrots; and over a bed of sweet onions drenched in teriyaki sauce. Still have room for dessert? Indulge in their selection of fried ice cream served with Pocky sticks. If you're looking for something a bit lighter go for green tea mille crepe cake (Lady M), served with a side of fruit and whipped cream.. delicious! The overall atmosphere (food, ambiance, and staff) has contributed to every Komegashi Too experience to be a very pleasant one.
(5)Matt G.
My favorite sushi spot in JC. Consistently good, staff is friendly and they do deliver to the hotels in the area.
(5)Brian M.
That 1 star review down below kinda bummed me out! That's a crazy story! Somehow, I'm not surprised though...I really have no reason to not be not surprised...so I dunno where this feeling of no surprise has spawned from. Parking is free if you park in the deck across the street and get validated. The sushi is definitely good and some of the rolls are pretty eccentric. And no reservations unless it's dos patrons. The drinks are amazing...not watered down. Which justifies the prices I guess? This is a place you come to twice a month...or maybe for a nice date. Unless you like to eat with views of the water every night and/or have a tree in your backyard upon which money grows.
(4)John S.
Terrible service. With so much competition in the restaurant industry, I don't understand why a place would be so rude to people. I went during the middle of the day when the place was half empty. An Asian girl working as a hostess sat my wife and me in the corner. When my wife asked her if we could sit at a different table because we had luggage and the space was too cramped, she rolled her eyes and condescendingly pointed out that the other table had three chairs so it would not be okay. I chuckled and left. The restaurant was empty but even if it wasn't, there is no excuse for being so rude. I have never encountered such a situation before, and it is really disappointing that she could not exercise basic judgment or manners. I will never be coming here again and will inform everyone I know to not waste their time with this place. I guess judging by the other reviews on here my experience was not an exception.
(1)Monica D.
Sushi here was nothing special and neither was their seaweed salad. Overpriced for what they offer and for the quality of sushi they give you. However, service was good and the atmosphere is nice. Doesn't look spacious from the outside but once you walk in and head straight to the back, there is a decent size dining area.
(3)Alison C.
I had heard rave reviews of Komegashi for years. Though I was not sure which of the two locations was the one more highly recommended, I figured I would start with the Newport one, which was more convenient. Well, from the facade, this place looked like nothing special. However, once inside, I was pleasantly surprised by the modern decor and beautiful views of the Hudson River. We were then further dazzled by the gracious service we received. I mean, we were presented with complimentary edamame, which was a nice touch. We munched away on that, while will sipped our affordable and tasty bottle of sparkling sake. We had found the menu rather odd for a Japanese place. For example, why include mashed potatoes and chicken fingers?? Regardless, we stuck to the ethnic specialties and were not disappointed. The steamed Shrimp Shumai contained plump, flavorful shellfish, wrapped in delicate noodles. They were some of the best I have ever had. Our meals came with some savory miso soup that was packed with hearty miso paste. My entree of Pan-Roasted Chilean Sea Bass was cooked perfectly in a sweet yuzu-miso sauce. I would have liked if they had a softer hand with the glaze though, since it was a bit too sugary. I did love how the fish was served with delicious sauteed bok choy and shiitake mushrooms. The Sushi & Sashimi Combo was also great. It contained 7 pieces of sashimi, 7 pieces of sushi, and a tuna roll. Each piece of fish was extremely fresh and tasty, especially the yellowtail and salmon varieties. Our experience at Komegashi Too was a delight from start to finish. Plus, they validated parking for the garage across the street, so we could not get much better than that!
(4)Justin C.
Great selection of fresh sushi. The Godzilla roll is my personal favorite.
(4)Chrissy C.
My vodka soda was kind of weak, and my sashimi took longer to come out than the steak teriyaki my friend got?? Uh, it's RAW. as in UNCOOKED... We sat right by the window overlooking the water, so looking at that plus all the boats I'll never afford was nice too. Seemed a bit expensive, but then again, it's Newport.
(4)Travis D.
Love this place! They validate parking for the garage across the street - be sure to take advantage. The sushi is very good - fresh and many unique options to choose from. I have been many times with my wife and take family and friends here when they come to visit. Great area to walk around and enjoy before or after dinner - located right on the marina in Newport. There is a Starbucks next door to grab a coffee or espresso after dinner or a Bubble Tea spot across the street for gelato or tea. We really like their roll of the year - I think it is called the Sumi roll? Very interesting - it has yellow tail and tune with avocado, jalapeno and MANGO! Topped with a little Sriracha. Too good. We also always get their white fish carpcaccio - black sea salt, truffle oil and yuzu - YUM! From there, we always like to try something a little new each time and everything has been fresh and great tasting. We normally stick to the sushi rolls, sashimi, nigiri and appetizers. They change up their featured items pretty often - I think these are a mix of menu staples and new creations. We always try to grab something we haven't tried prior off of the featured menu and have not been disappointed yet. Wine prices are very reasonable. Very good selection of many wines we like to drink at home so I know they are not marked up horrendously. My wife has done the wine flight a few times and it was also a good value for the amount of wine served. We normally like to go on a nice evening and have a drink outside at the Skylark across the street before dinner at Komegashi Too. They have really good Sangria. Never have been too impressed by their food, but they have good cocktails and plenty of outdoor seating. After dinner, we always grab a coffee or tea and take a walk along the water before heading back home. Always a great evening out.
(4)Subiya K.
I love love love this place. Nice cozy little place with a great view of the river and excellent delivery services. The sushi / sashimi is very fresh. My favorites are the spicy tuna tartar, spicy jalapeño roll, Shrimp teriyaki fusion with Udon noodles, and they have the best house salad dressing ... it is made fresh every day in the morning. Their madame chocolate cake is really light and not too sweet. Love it. Two thumbs up for good food and ambiance.
(5)Lilly B.
The food is good. However, our waitress is just rude. Other staff are good, but our waitress is just so unprofessional. When I ask her questions about the food, she is just so impatient. Also, 20% tip is the only choice on the bill. I understand that the staff deserve a good tip and I am happy to pay more tip if the service is good. But just don't put the 20% tips on my bill without asking my opinion! This is rude.
(2)James K.
I've had some really delicious food at Komegashi Too, but I was disappointed by the nabeyaki udon today. The chicken was few and over cooked, the broth was bland, and the noodles were also over cooked. I would give it two stars but I love most of the other stuff I've gotten here so the low rating is only for the nabeyaki udon. I also got the pumpkin roll today and that was yummy.
(3)Karen S.
If you want a great Japanese restaurant with a great marina view AND great food, come here. I've been to many sushi restaurants and this is my favorite in Jersey City. (better than their sister restaurant on Montgomery Avenue) Haven't had bad sushi there yet. Everything from their basic rolls (i.e. spicy tuna) to their own creations are fun to eat and great flavor with beautiful presentations. Their non sushi, japanese dishes are tasty, pretty to look at and just as delicious. Excellent options for the non sushi eaters. Service is attentive, ambience nice, friendly bar if you dine alone, clean bathroom. Parking lot is across the street and Komegashi validates for up to 4 hours. For the commuters, it is right outside the Pavonia/Newport path.
(4)Vanessa S.
The special rolls here are AMAZING. Komegashi is THE restaurant that converted me into a sushi fan. The rolls are incredibly fresh and moist. Thanks to a well-balanced combination of mayo and sauce, I don't even bother dipping my sushi into soy sauce. I recommend the BBQ Lover roll, the Spider roll, and the ST squared roll. The sushi is a little pricey but certainly comparable to almost any sushi place in NYC (and the price is well-worth the quality of food you're getting). In addition to the Special rolls, I recommend getting the over rice meals (sukiyaki-ju, katsu-ju, etc). Very satisfying and authentic. =) The ambiance and service is very nice here. I got a warm towel for cleaning my hands and wiping my face, and our table got a complimentary edamame appetizer that was super tasty. I recommend sitting on the inside rather than at the bar because you overlook the harbor and NY skyline.
(5)Amortya R.
Amazing food, excellent service, great desserts. Strongly recommended given the limited eating options in the Newport/Pavonia area of Jersey City.
(5)Karthik N.
Didn't like the sushi very much. I've definitely had better.
(2)Lynn R.
Nice place. Nice view of the Hudson River and NY skyline. Food selection is good with reasonable prices. Quality is ok. Do not expect top grade sashimi -- they are on the dry side. Their brown rice is delicious. Miso soup is very light. Very friendly servers.
(4)Mark G.
Pros: - Classy, beautiful sushi fusion place - Great waterfront location - Great bar and service Cons: - Tad pricey Conclusion: Excellent for dates
(4)Theda S.
Best sushi in Jersey City/Hoboken area but still falls short of my NYC sushi standards. If the rolls where a bit more inventive i'd be willing to upgrade my rating. Solid sushi, just nothing special.
(3)Eddie T.
So I just ate here for lunch with some colleagues. The decor is very nice; nice sushi bar with 3-4 sushi chefs, nice bar, and the dine-in seating and music is set to the perfect level where you can have a nice conversation with your company and not be bothered by conversations of other diners. The lighting is set nicely and there are two televisions by the bar which provide perfect sports entertainment for today where the Yankees are holding their home opener against the Angels. The restaurant has a great view of the marina and its far enough but not too far from the offices. The bartenders and wait staff are very nice and responsive. I can certainly see people coming here after work for drinks and sports. The food itself isn't particularly fantastic but it will do for a sushi place in Jersey City. Generally, my standards for sushi are pretty high so I don't blame this restaurant, I do blame the wonderful experiences I've had at other places. I had the sashimi and it was just okay, not the freshest but still very edible. One of my colleagues had the curry chicken and he said it was "good." My other colleague had the sushi and sashimi combination and though it was "alright." Another colleague of mine had the chicken katsu I believe and she liked it. The price point of their food is on par with most places in New York and New Jersey, but would be relatively expensive compared to comparable places in the other boroughs of New York. Overall, a pleasant experience. I can't say that I would come here often, but when I do get the itch for sushi in the middle of the work day, I would certainly come here if I can't wait to get back to Manhattan for sushi. One last thing: I don't mind this, but I know that some other people do, they don't split single table checks into separate individual checks, just thought that some people might want to know that.
(3)Miranda B.
Just got home from here and I wont be returning, I am so disappointed! I've worked and lived by this place since it opened and have only been here once prior to this evening and only for drinks with colleagues, but tonight for food and not only was it too pricey for what we got, but it wasn't that good either.
(2)Stan D.
Had dinner here tonight. The place was pretty busy even though it's a Tuesday, yet the service was reasonably fast and very friendly. I've had better food elsewhere, but the meal was not disappointing in any way. Recommended.
(4)kiddeft k.
Very nice place with a great view. The inside decor is modern and everytime I've been here, I've never had a bad experience. Plus they validate your parking if you park in the lot across the street.
(4)Steven D.
I don't eat sushi, but I do love their Pork Katsu rolls wrapped in asparagus with the bbq sauce on the side. Trust me, you won't be able to finish it all. The staff is always warm and friendly and the views of NYC are nice.
(4)Jul C.
this is our go-to place for sushi during the weeknight when we want our sushi expectations met deliciously without question. we can always count on komegashi to deliver consistently each time. their specialty rolls are also tasty and unique.
(5)Lucy F.
I ate here a few months ago with my bf and we both had a horrible time. The wait wasn't to long since the it was before the nightly dinner rush. There were maybe 15-20 people in the restaurant. We were seated right next to a couple even though there were plenty of empty tables all around. They couldn't even move us one table over! The sushi (California roll and Spicy tuna roll) was sloppily made. The rice was falling everywhere! We also ordered fried chicken wings as appetizers and it was disgusting. They shave the meat to make the chicken wings looks like lollipop sticks. Who wants a lollipop of meat ?!?! The service was horrible especially for non-dinner rush hour. They only plus is the decor is great and the view of the water is nice. Maybe it was a one time fluke but neither of us is willing to try this place again. (that's how bad the experience was...)
(1)Simon X.
The best thing about Komegashi Too is that it's conveniently located right outside the Path station. There really aren't that many good Asian places around Newport area so this was a surprisingly good find. Overall I would say the food is good but a bit overpriced. They have some interesting appetizers but nothing new for entrees. Nice decor and friendly staff makes this an pleasant location for a comfortable meal, but nothing more. However if you don't mind a longer trip, there are much better destinations in Manhattan.
(4)Jen L.
Finding good restaurants in New Jersey can be difficult...and specifically finding a Japanese restaurant that consistently makes quality food paired with quality service is even more difficult. Each and every time I come here for lunch or dinner, I have absolutely no complaints. I never get tired of eating here because the menu offers a very good variety of entrees and rolls. The specialty rolls are excellent! They actually taste different. Many Japanese restaurants serve rolls that end up tasting the same once they are dipped into the wasabi and soy sauce. However, that is not the case at Komegashi. The rolls really do have distinct tastes. I thoroughly enjoy that about them. Komegashi is always a hit & never a miss for me.
(4)Gary F.
Sit at the sushi bar and ask for Seiji. (he is off Thursdays and Sundays) He does a phenomenal job and makes things both on and off menu. Excellent, fresh food...
(5)Yara C.
I don't know...I came to this place for a quick and light lunch; salmon cucumber rolls to take out. why i had to wait 15 minutes for something that would take 3 minutes at sarku is beyond me...especially since the entire restaurant was EMPTY. when I opened the box I found these bite size sushi rolls, they tasted good but i was very disapoointed because i felt jipped. major downgrade, komegashi too.
(3)Kim L.
Best Japanese place in NJ thus far. You don't have to worry about parking here because you drop your car at the lot across the street and validate for up to 3-4 hours. Perfect place for a date because of the view of the water, quality of sushi and atmosphere.
(4)Samira S.
Gazing at NY from across the river is a beautiful thing, but its even better while chowing down on some tender, flavorful eel. Komegashi Too has excellent seating, and even better food. My last jaunt to the restaurant included a delicious order of tempura vegetables, the house salad, eel sushi, beef negimaki and for dessert, the green tea ice cream. The tempura-ed veggies were perfectly battered and a good start to the evening. I couldn't get enough of the ginger dressing on that salad, I even requested a little extra in case I got greedy. The eel was a tad bit small, but good nonetheless, and there was a generous amount of eel sauce and ginger for me to enjoy. Now the beef negimaki was SO, SO, good. For people who don't know, negimaki is basically sushi, but with beef on the outside, scallion on the inside, and a yum-tastic sauce on top. The beef was so juicy and the scallion so crisp, I nearly died with each bite. I've had a few versions of green tea ice cream, my favorite being Monster Sushi's. This spin on it was very bitter and I didn't care for it at all. All matcha, and no sweetness. My drinks for the night included Sapporo and plum wine w/ my dessert. Both very good. The staff was slightly inattentive,I had to ask twice for my check. Other than that, this is an excellent idea for sushi in the Jersey City area.
(4)Fran C.
I have gone to this place many times in the past as well as its "cousin" Komegashi. The food is good. The sashimi is fresh and the service has been friendly. Today is the first time I have experienced what a great place it was for families with kids. The waiting area features a small pond with koi - a wonderful distraction for kids and a breather for the adult. They have small melamine kiddie bowls, the ideal serving size and type for kids. The food then served was very yummy. I have started to introduce my kids to great food of different cuisines and they have had sushi before. After today's meal at Komegashi Too, they will only enhance their love of Japanese food.
(5)Robert L.
Always looking for new places to tantalize our palates my wife and I decided to take a road trip to Jersey City, NJ and give Komegashi a go. After being on the road for about two hours and having not eaten all day we arrived at our destination at about 2PM. We walked through the door and the hostess that greeted us told us they did last call about 5 minutes ago and were only doing take out. Mind you the sign in the door says open and their web site says lunch served from 12PM to 2:30PM and it is only about 2PM now, Hmmmmm. I advised the hostess that we just drove two hours to eat at Komegashi and could she just seat us as you did last call five minutes ago. No, I'm sorry you can do take out if you like but all the chefs go home at two O'Clock. Again Hmmmm, who is cooking the take out food if the chefs all go home at two O'Clock. Seeing this establishment is nothing but lies and deceit I opted not to push the issue and take a chance of being seated to only be treated by yet another rude employee of this establishment. We headed back to the parking garage where we advised the young lady at the cashier's office of our incident and that the restaurant would not seat us as they said they were closed and she was so kind to waive the five dollar parking fee for the fifteen minuets we where parked. At least there is some humanity left in Jersey City and with that we headed off to Hoboken where we enjoyed a much better time at Robongi and were greeted with a smile and waited upon like royalty.
(1)Arnab M.
Honestly, I don't know why this place has mainly four and five star ratings, because I think I'm being generous with three. The waitress was certainly not a pleasure for starters, she was visibly not thrilled to be serving us, as though something bad happened to her that day, or perhaps she's always like that, who knows? The vegetable udon soup was in this enormous bowl with more broth/water than anything else, not to mention that it was flavorless, and barely contained any veggies other than broccoli. I had to ask for salt and pepper to give it some flavor. Oh yeah, what on earth is the deal with not having salt and pepper on that tables by default?! My friends weren't thrilled with their sushi and the edamame was cold and rubbery. Apparently Jersey City standards are in line with the rest of New Jersey, I don't even know why I expected better.
(2)Shijun K.
like this place. so far, the only good Japanese food I can find on this side of Hudson. shrimp tempura, tuna roll, fresh sashimi, and wonderful una ju / katsu ju. whatever I tried is good. a little pricey btw, they do delivery.
(4)Fiddos J.
the sushi here is awful - the fish was rubbery and textureless (unless rubber is a texture for sushi) - and the rice was stale.
(2)Matt W.
This is a hidden gem of the NYC metro area, especially being in Jersey City, and also kinda off the beaten path. I am not a huge sushi person, which is probably why most people like this place, so it is good that they have a diverse menu. Their chicken teriyaki is as simple as it comes (chicken in teriyaki sauce and some veggies with rice on the side) yet is done to perfection. The chicken is so tender and also a nice large portion. Great with a one liter can of Asahi beer. My friends also tell me the sushi is good. The scenic manhattan views are over-rated unless you actually sit by a window. Otherwise, the interior decor is nice. One more bonus: free mints on the way out. Gotta love that
(5)RoxC C.
My fave! I LOVE eating the sweet nirvana.... It is delicous! I've gone there a few times with my bff. Turned a friend out on sushi, never ate it before. They loved it. It's such a nice little spot. Love, Love, Love it......
(5)Gabriel L.
We go for luch quite often to this place. The lunch menu is relatively cheap and even though they are always full the service is pretty good. The sushi and sahimi are great and you can always ask to be made any way you like. The view of the marina is good but it's not quite a direct view of Manhattan.
(4)Shreya M.
Okay, so in my book Jersey City and more specifically, Newport Pavonia doesn't really count as being in "Jersey." The sushi here is really worth the path train ride out of the city limits. I really haven't found fresh and delicious sushi like this considering the price range. They even know how to make mango and raw fish taste good together. Who knew? My personal favorite is the Crunchy Dragon Roll. Also, they have decadent desserts to finish a nice meal while overlooking the Hudson River. Try the coffee creme brulee, or the warm chocolate cake with a side of green tea ice cream. Mmmmmmmmmmm. Ambience is fun, trendy, and hip. A great place for a date.
(5)Susalina N.
I am a big fan of Komegashi Too. The food is really tasty (better than the other sushi places in Hoboken, where I live) and the view of the Hudson is so pretty. I never felt the prices were particularly high, but maybe there are cheap places in JC? I am shocked that so many people noted poor service. I've always had a really good experience with everyone at Komegashi. I've had a few different servers - all were knowledgeable and very nice. The few times I've gone the restaurant was pretty busy, but I didn't feel rushed. One time when there was a wait the hostess suggested we wait at the bar for our table, and the bartender (Kelli, I think) was very nice. I thought the hostess herself was very sweet, no problems there. During our meal the manager (Lisa) came over to see how everything was. She got me a drink refill without just telling me to wait for my server, which I thought was really nice. Excellent service from everyone I came in contact with...I don't know what the reviewers are talking about regarding snooty people at Komegashi! It sounds some of these reviewers were trying to come in when the restaurant was closing, etc. and you can't expect a restaurant to change its hours just for you...in my opinion. I'm a big fan of Komegashi and highly recommend it! Excellent food, really nice atmosphere with the water view, and very kind service.
(5)Joyhan S.
It's nice when one can be pleasantly surprised by the unexpected. I hardly ever expect a restaurant located in an office building to serve really good food. It's right outside the Newport PATH station, past the parading yuppies; upon entering, there's nothing officey or corporate about it. After galavanting all over Manhatten, fighting gay parade traffic, and feeling queasy about my dinner with some mucho VIPs, Komegashi's quiet waterfall-on-the-wall, dark bamboo and teak furnishings, quiet jazz on the overhead, fantastic view of the marina were all soothing to me. Started out with some zaru-soba to clean out the system. Pretty standard buckwheat with cold ponzu. Then on to some nigiri; the fish tasted fresh and was like buttah on my tongue. Only thing was they didn't put a small dab of wasabi between the fish and rice, but maybe the're catering to the general clientele here. Tried some negimaki which was tender and slightly sweet. Then we tried several rolls: the Dragon was rich and slightly briny - bit too heavy for me. There was the Pink Panther with strawberries and mango, which I could have as a dessert roll, with a fruity sweetness that wasn't overpowering the fish. Then we tried something called a Banana Mama which is unagi with banana, freaky, but the combination worked for me. I was dining with a large group and some had ordered the beef shabu-shabu, which I got to sample. I thought the vegetables were lacking variety but the beef was very tender and so good with the sesame dipping sauce. I could've poured that sauce down my throat with nothing else, it was so light and creamy. The bar carries everything but I stuck with an organic nigori served chilled. The waitstaff was super attentive and never let any of us pour our own drinks. The food is probably expensive even for NYC standards but for 6 people, including 5 bottles of sake and 2 large beers and tip the total was under 5 bills.
(4)Haruhi M.
This restaurant was close to the hotel I stayed at, so I ended up going here quite a few times. The food was good, I'd recommend the black cod and chilean sea bass if you're going for dinner. Good views as well, but don't go out of your way for it.
(4)Pedro E.
This place is pretty good. Nice location, friendly staff, great view of New York Skyline, and reasonable prices. Funny, I don't like fish, I just go there for the chicken teriyaki or the steak. The crowd is usually good, not rowdy, mature. My fianc and I go there regularly with her kids. All around nice enviorment. Highly recommend it.
(4)Olga L.
This is my favorite restaurant of all time. I come here at least twice a week. The food is affordable (~$70 for two), consistently delicious, and very healthy. It is my second home. :-) If you live in the area, you have to try their brunch. The menu is simple: just two types of crepes, and make-your-own omelette. But the omelettes are perfect. Again, simple, but delicious. A step above diner food: an actually healthy brunch that makes you feel good all day, and just for $9. It is true that some of the waitresses should smile more (even though I like them all), and that there are some better sushi places in Manhattan, but - darn - not in this price range! My absolute favorite is the Sashimi Delicious dinner, which comes with a bowl of miso. The fish melts in your mouth. Literally. I do no chewing. The meat just melts. Amazing. (If you know a place where I can have better sashimi for the price, please, please send me a message.) The avocado and the cucumber salads are simple but tasty. The tempura is very good, and so are the dragon rolls. For dessert, order the crepe. My favorite is the following: Nutella, chocolate sauce, banana, whipped cream and green tea ice cream. I was there last night, and I can't wait to go again soon. I'm a Komegashi Too addict.
(5)Sarah V.
Pretty pricey, but again you're talking to a high school student. Friendly atmosphere and great environment for a date or night out of celebration. Go there if you want to enjoy a filling meal and willing to spend some money. It's worth it.
(5)Edward I.
The location is perfect if you have no car and are willing to take the Path train to Newport. It's not far from the city (takes 15 minutes) and has a great view of the lower part of Manhattan. A nice walk around the area will make you realize that Jersey City isn't a bad area after all. Price is a little high but I also recommend the main restaurant on Montgomery Ave. BTW the restroom rocks!
(4)Lee S.
Huge fan of this place. The sushi is really good quality, and both times I went I got seated by the window, with the view of the water and Manhattan skyline. If you're really hungry, the soba noodle entree is a good deal. I like that they included shrimp tempura with it. And chicken and egg (which in this case, came at the same time). Only $13. The noodles were good, but if you're willing to pay a couple bucks more, go with the sushi.
(5)Maggie R.
After walking in to what appeared to be a tiny sushi place... We were shocked at how huge this restaurant is... It just kept going. It was really nicely decorated and a bit loungy in some places (there isn't exactly a uniform atmosphere in this place). We sat next to a window looking out at the marina which was a really nice treat. Their miso soup was really good, not too salty and generous with the tofu and seaweed. We ordered three sushi rolls - all of which were very good, fresh and tasty. I'll definitely come try them out again when I find myself down by the waterfront.
(4)Alex V.
Yes, I'm a fan of this place indeed! There were a few times when the service was a bit spotty, but I can forgive them because the food has never disappointed me. I've been all over their menu, from the sushi/sashimi to their curries to their bento boxes. Everything is spot on. The fish is always fresh and they have a fairly diverse selection to choose from. Their beer selection is also decent. Overall the prices are closer to Manhattan...slightly higher than what you'd pay in Brooklyn or somewhere deep out in the NJ suburbs. But it is Newport after all. What do you expect? One of the things I want to try out next is their whiskey options! I always pass by the bar and the wall across from it, and I can tell they know their whiskeys. Not sure how that would pair with their food, but I'm open to try it out.
(4)Patrick C.
Been here a few times. Great ambience, good location and good food. Parking is a bit difficult, but you can pay for the Newport lot and walk over. I would recommend getting the tuna tar tar. They have pretty fresh sushi. I typically go for the combos (sushi + sashimi), but they have great speciality rolls too. Hope you enjoy! Kaisen don royale is delicious too!!
(4)Danesh J.
Went back a few times by myself at night and service was more on point. Food is good. For hot days/nights get the Cucumber Seaweed Salad appetizer instead of miso soup. The Salad is super tasty and fresh. Save room for dessert and get the Banana Foster. Hands down delicious as it has a cinnamon taste, chunks of banana, and is a mix of hot and cold. Overall, much better as a date/dinner spot.
(4)Viral P.
I have nothing bad to say about this place except why didn't I eat here before ? This is one my good friend's go to spot to go on dates and he recommended it to me about a year ago but never actually came around to eat here until the same friend planned our NYE dinner. So this place was an obvious choice, there was a group of 11 and all 10 of us (minus the guy who planned it) from all different background/taste loved it. Following are the reason I like this place Killer view of the Hudson river and new York skyline Great food (Grilled Tuna my favorite) Very decent prices Great service On top of all of that, they validate your parking for the parking lot across the street. I will be back very soon to try their chicken teriyaki and sushi as rest of the my group can't stop talking about it.
(4)Michael L.
Being the only Sushi restaurant in the neighborhood, Komegashi too -- journal square -- is, "the best sushi restaurant, in town!" The food is delectable The staff is loveable The view is picturesque The aroma here is of romantic fragrance, with the setting to match. You can bring a date, friends, colleagues and more, here at komegashi too. So far, I have had great sushi, sashimi, nabeyaki udon, shrimp pasta (a favorite) and beef teriyaki (most tastey).
(5)Elaine T.
Still the worst Japanese restaurant I've been to. My first time here was one year ago. I ordered udon and eel roll. The food was ok and The ambiance was pretty good. But when I was paying I paid by cash and the waiter scolded me for paying coins for tips. My friend and I were literally stunned. I explained to him I only have 2 dollars in notes and for the rest 1.25 dollars I can only come up with coins. He insisted on paying by credit card. So we literally paid for meal in cash but tips by credit card. Because of that unpleasant experience I never went back to this place until today. I ordered spicy shrimp don for lunch which turned out to be a blast. The food itself was horrible. Too sweet and it's deep fried, plus there're 4 pieces of small shrimps and the rest are broccolis. Again when I was paying they highlighted the requested tip amount (15%-20%). I don't mind giving out that amount of tips but I just don't want to be reminded to do so. Not going back.
(1)Adam O.
Komegashi is a fairly standard Japanese restaurant. The sushi is solid but not spectacular, and the rest of the menu items were similarly decent. Unfortunately, they price at a higher standard of quality than they provide. The restaurant is actually pretty nice, it's much bigger than you think it is and they have an area with windows overlooking the Marina, which makes for a really nice view. The menu is rather limited, and surprisingly restricts itself to only Japanese cuisine, defying the trend of Fusion restaurants in the area. Ultimately if you've got some money burning a hole in your pocket and you really want some sushi, this isn't the worst place to spend it.
(3)Tanika A.
Great happy hour. Love the steamed vegetable gyoza. Also the apple and lychee Martini were awesome.
(4)Brian S.
Sat at the bar for happy hour, where many of their drinks, rolls and appetizers are priced down. They also have complimentary wings but I made the mistake of coming after the bros from the nearby banks/companies had devoured all of them. I would recommend the Godzilla roll (they also offer a mini version which is included in the happy hour deal). They also make a very good sweet potato tempura roll, if you're into that type of thing. Their Sumi roll is tasty but not my favorite. With regards to service, I do think that its faster service when you sit at the bar tables instead of the space in the back, at least in my experience. Overall, its a nice spot to come after a long week and unwind with some good happy hour deals and views of the city. Maybe take a stroll down the boardwalk after, if you're up for it.
(4)Greg C.
I have always enjoyed Komegashi Too. I find the fish to be fresh and flavorful. We have ordered the Sushi and Sashimi special a couple of times and it has a nice variety and always tastes fresh. I think they could season their sushi rice a bit more, but I am a big fan of well seasoned rice, and I think a lot of people like it blander, so that is who they are catering to. The restaurant itself is nice inside, with great views of the Hudson. I have always found the staff to be friendly and helpful, unlike some of the other reviews. The prices are a little on the high side, but you always expect that when you are getting fresh sushi. It's been awhile since I have tried the hot dishes, but the last time we were there one of my family members got a teriyaki salmon dish that was tasty. All-in-all the food is very good, just expect to pay for it.
(4)Yachao Q.
The location is every good. It is next to the river . Food is delicious. But the choices of cocktail are few. Maybe its bar have more choices. Anyway, it is still a good restaurant.
(4)Maksim S.
Not bad, but nothing spectacular either. Not a bad spot to grab lunch near work. I had the Sushi Lunch Combo and my friend had the Chirashi Lunch Special. Service was a little slow at times, but overall I would repeat, mostly cuz it's close to work :)
(3)Mario G.
My 1st time here & I was pleased with my order. For an appetizer, I ordered Salmon canon which is delicious. I always like to explore the menu for unusual dishes & I found the Monk fish liver. I must say that I was impressed. It tastes like spam. Lol For my entree I ordered the Mother's Day special roll which was ok. Not too impressed with that selection. Overall, the sushi is fresh, great helpful staff, decent prices & a nice view overlooking the Harbor makes the atmosphere that much more enjoyable.
(4)David F.
Excellent sushi. My only complaint would be the soy sauce. They brew their own gluten-free but use kikkoman for everything else. They should definitely take a page out of Sushi Seki and brew their own. Makes a huge difference.
(4)Irena S.
I was here for Valentines Day dinner, and hope to came back more often as the location is very convenient in Newport. I shared the sushi and sashimi platter for two, and found it to be the best sushi that I've had in a long time. The dining room is spacious with a gorgeous view of the water. My boyfriend comes here often to eat at the bar, and knows the owner and bartender. It's that kind of place - a nice blend of upscale sushi restaurant with a laid-back "at home" vibe, or maybe that's because it's a five minute walk from home!:). Anyone living or visiting Newport should make this their favorite place.
(5)AL K.
Food is just ok nothing remarkable. Service was straightforward and the guy made sure that are tea cups were never empty. The waitress just took our order, served our food and gave us our bill. Prices are on the high side. Sushi is priced per piece per order, other places will give you 2 pieces/order but not here.
(3)Jessica T.
This place is on point!!! I'm talking Seattle caliber sushi here. I will go ahead and put it out there, but this is the best sushi restaurant I have been to since I have moved to the East Coast. We stumbled across this place on accident after a day of wandering around aimlessly at Newport Mall. Steps away from the mall, next to the PATH station and on the shores of Hudson River location is not only prime but it is absolutely beautiful. Upon entering the restaurant you are put under the false illusion of a cramped restaurant with a large bar and smaller table settings, but as soon as you turn the corner BOOM you come face to face with a huge dining area with a gorgeous view of the Hudson. The interior of the restaurant is modernly decorated, with a long mirror against the wall, various works of art lining the wall and dim lowly hung lamps. As soon as we sat down our waiter handed us warm lightly scented hand towels in preparation of our meal. Soon after we were given a small dish of complementary edamame. I ordered a seaweed salad and the Smoky Tiger Roll; the boyfriend got the Sake Ikura Don bowl (it included miso soup). Considering how busy the restaurant was our food came out pretty quickly. It was all so beautifully displayed. The Smoky Tiger roll had avocado, smoked salmon, eel, tobiko and topped off with eel sauce. Aside from it being a bit too salty it was absolutely delicious. The hero of the meal was the Sake Ikura Don bowl, just wow - sushi rice topped with salmon sashimi, seared salmon and ikura (salmon roe). Each sashimi slice was thick, had an adequate amount of fish fat and tasted very fresh. The seared salmon wasn't overdone, just a bit on top to bring out the fatty flavors of the salmon. The ikura was tasty and fresh. We topped off our meal with dessert. I had my favorite, the tempura green tea ice cream. For those who have never tried it is a MUST. A ball of green tea ice cream (they also have vanilla) wrapped with shortcake and flash fried in tempura. It is about the size of a baseball, sliced in half and topped with whip cream. The ice cream was soft and smooth, paired with the spongy shortcake and crisp tempura batter paired beautifully. My boyfriend ordered the gluten free brownie dish that came with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a banana with brown sugar atop. I was too absorbed in my dessert to bother tasting his but it looked delicious. Prices here are very reasonable ranging between $11-$15 per entree. I also noticed that they have great lunch options, I will be back. So many other things I must try.
(5)Maria Cristina C.
Service: Average - Good Venue: Good ambiance; Nice view of the Hudson River if you are seated by the window Food: Decent portions; pretty good quality but pricey Desserts: LOVE IT! For those who have a big sweet-tooth like me, this place will not disappoint! Warm Chocolate Cake is my favorite. I come here relatively often for lunch and/or dinner, and it always satisfies my sushi/sashimi cravings. I enjoy their sushi and bento dishes, but there's also sushi and similar-to-bento dishes for a cheaper price right across the street in Newport Mall. Of course Komegashi Too has better quality (as do most restaurants over mall food); so all-in-all take your pick: pay a premium or settle for subpar-to-decent mall food.
(4)Amy N.
I think our asian waitress with sort hair just hates Asian. She is rude and very impatient. Not to mention that she never smiled. Also, she adds the tips by herself when she checked for us. This is unacceptable. If this is the general rule for the restaurant to charge the standard amount of tips, that is fine. But I did not see any rule on the menu or the bill she gave to us before she took my credit card. I will tell my neighbors, my colleagues, my friends who live in newport, and every one I know not go to this place.
(1)Dave P.
Good food, try the Gyoza hot pot if you like a clean but comforting soup. Fish is good, and they have some interesting dishes. Pricing a bit on the high side but IMO worth it. If you are used to 50% off sushi you may be butt hurt about the bill.
(4)Hope T.
It's certainly busy, but I have to assume it's because it is the only act in town. Right off the PATH and you're there. Not great food, just acceptable and at NYC prices. Please if I'm doing that- get better servers and a better attitude ! ARrived 4:48 pm- restaurant opens at 5:00 and they mean it. Left me and a guest standing there till exactly 5 !!!!!!!! Get real..."doors unlock automatically on timer".. Screw this Going back to TEPPAN- better food, less expensive, lush bar, friendly service.
(2)Michael C.
I been here a few times but every time I been here was never too impressed with it. I thought really other than the view and ambiance the food was only decent. Price is like rest of the Newport restaurants, kinda pricey. This time I tried the Spicy Shrimp Don because I thought it would be good but I was pretty disappointed to be honest. I thought the sauce was really way too sauce and overly slathered on. The shrimp itself was battered and fried which was decent and without the overly done sauce I might have given it a better rating. The other dishes I've tried before are mostly rice bowls and noodles. I've heard that sushi here isn't bad but I never had the chance to try it. Anyway I personally prefer the other Komegashi restaurant in Exchange pl I feel that one isn't as focused on presentation and decor and the foods are more authentic and more varieties
(2)Annie B.
Love this place. My co-workers and I come here often. The Sumi roll is to die for. Awesome happy hour specials. Fantastic staff.
(5)David O.
While I would absolutely dine at this restaurant again due to its convenient location in Newport, this place is a solid three star. Usually when I come here, I tend to sit at the bar and enjoy some sushi. The bar and seating area are very well decorated. It is great when sitting at a table to enjoy the view of the water and nearby marina. The service is usually pretty quick, and the food is just about average. I usually spring for basic Chicken Teriyaki or Tempura. What really keeps me from coming here more often are the outrageous prices. Most entrees are between $16-$20 with sushi rolls starting at $5. To top it off, the majority of entrees do not come with a soup or salad, just a side of rice. In a nutshell...Atmosphere Great, Staff Good, Food OK, and Prices Awful.
(3)Harika C.
Love the sushi at this place! They also have a great deal on wine for their happy hour. Order from here every time I go to visit my friend who lives in Newport. I get the sweet tempura roll, the spicy avocado roll, and the big veggie roll. It's way too much food but it's super tasty, I can't get enough of it! I've always ordered take out so can't commend on the dining atmosphere.
(5)JM L.
Pretty good deal for quality sushi. Lunch deals are great, I always get the sashimi lunch or chirashi lunch, very tasty.
(4)Alex C.
sister restaurant of the original Komegashi on Montgomery. A little more on the upscale side, nice views, younger crowd, good place for a drink or two. I personally think the one on Montgomery has better value, prices here are higher for a comparable meal, but of course it's the location. Sushi is always good, fresh and service is prompt, friendly and efficient. Can't go wrong on any item on the menu.
(4)Bloss C.
Stopped in here for a quickie brunch at the bar and was very impressed with the bartender. She made recommendations, was quick with the water refills, and there were no judgments about us not ordering drinks. They had a few egg dishes on the brunch menu which I appreciated, but since it was my first time here I felt I needed to try the sushi, despite the fact that I usually don't eat fish for breakfast. Since we were in a rush I couldn't order the Godzilla roll, which I've been dying to try, but went instead with the Amour Special Roll ($11) and the Spicy Tuna roll ($6.50). As has been my experience numerous times at sushi restaurants recently, I loved the spicy tuna roll and thought the twice as expensive special roll was only ok. Three stars for the time being, but I will be back to try that Godzilla roll and it looks like they have a very good happy hour as well.
(3)George C.
Poor service - I walked in yesterday at 2:20pm, asking for a table for one. The lady at the counter told me the kitchen & restaurant would close in 5 min, and I could only buy something to go. So I did. However, while waiting for my food, in the 10mins, 3 individuals walked in, being welcomed, led to tables and served. I don't understand why she not let me in!!! Food is just acceptable. Given the service, I would never recommend it.
(1)Kellye G.
I love sushi, but hate this place. They are pricy, and the service at the bar is rude. The food is OK, but don't even think about substitutes. Also don't order the sushi in Japanese, the staff does not understand the language. Ok, I will give them a star for location, and another star for being a high-end place and the decorum is nice, but that's it.
(2)Sandra M.
Now that ive been here a few times...This may be my favorite sushi spot in JC. I love their tuna tataki app and also their eel avocado. salmon skin rolls are yummy. Green tea ice cream. Mmm...
(4)Marx W.
I went to this restaurant several times, even though I am not a fan of Japanese food. Because my apt is around and there are limited choices around the Newport Path Station. I always sit by the window, so that I can see the dock and yacht. Nice views of the Hudson. Good ambiance and service. They will give you a warm towel. I have tried several ROLLs and three different Dons. Delicious. The YAKIZAKANA TEISHOKU is also good, especially the grilled fish.
(4)Hipolito T.
Like the food especially the Chilean sea bass. Good and friendly service. Will definitely come back to this restaurant when I'm around town.
(5)Amelia D.
Went here for dinner for the first time last night and had a great experience. I've been wanting to try this place ever since Yelp's Passport to Newport event. The restaurant itself is decent sized and the back room has great views of the harbor and looks out at Battello. There is also metered parking out front, you've just got to hope you luck out and get one of the spots! The service was extremely attentive, I don't think our water glasses ever got halfway empty before someone would be by to refill them. Our waitress was very friendly and frequently checked in on us. The menu is good-pretty standard sushi rolls and a few other Asian entree options but it was the quality of the food that really separated it from other sushi restaurants in the area. First they give you complimentary edamame to snack on while you are ordering which is unheard of nowadays. And their house salad with ginger dressing was actually a salad...with vegetables! Not just a bowl of iceberg lettuce and a glob of ginger dressing which is what you usually get elsewhere. So that made me happy right off the bat. When our sushi came, it was amazing. Both rolls were extremely fresh tuna and Salmon. And to end a great meal I couldn't decide to go with vanilla or try green tea ice dream for dessert so the waitress brought me a small scoop of both! Loved it. Komegashi too certainly exceeded my expectations. I've been to various sushi restaurants in JC and Hoboken and so far this one is at the top of my list.
(4)Erwin E.
Could not have ask for a better place to have an excellent time with friends and family. Great food and service, and location, location, location. View of Manhattan was spectacular. There was a total of 15 in our group, made reservation and was informed they would not sit us until the party was complete. We got there early and waited at the bar. Btw, parking is complimentary and its right across the restaurant. While waiting for 4 more people, they went ahead and got us to our table. Appetizers was gyoza and tempura for our side of the table. Sushi and sashimi was our dinner and it was impressive. Being a business traveler, seattle and vancouver sushi is the best, this restaurant might not be up there, but the taste and presentation is excellent, and the portions are perfect. I did not have dessert, but my son and others did, yummy they said. Overall, everyone in our party had a great time, this was a memorable evening, thanks to Ivan( our excellent waiter) and the restaurant staff for great food, service and price.
(5)Swaty B.
I wonder why it took us so long to go here. Good food nice views. Just make sure you get a table away from the noisy bar area. Ours was right next to the bar area and we couldn't hear each other. We ordered the amore and the Alaskan rolls. Both good. Wat was different and wat we really enjoyed was the chicken mikado entree. It's a breaded chicken cutlet on a curry sauce with grilled veggies n rice. Really yum and good sized. We also got a bottle of warm sake which we shared. Our server helped us select this. Prices are a little on the higher side but if you eat in NYC it's normal.
(4)Yvonne W.
I have been to there couple of times, sashimi are really fresh and delicious. they have winter special hotpot, which is real Japanese style-- only water to boiling everything. They also provide Lady-M green tea mille crepes, convenient to people who live in jersey city and love Lady M Millie crepes!
(5)Alex F.
Decent (and consistent) quality sushi in Jersey City and a nice atmosphere with a great view of downtown Manhattan. I've become a regular.
(4)Priscilla R.
Overlooking the Hudson River. , seeing NYC from a different angles at night is simply beautiful. Tiger rolls. , Godzilla rolls., and spicy tuna. I enjoyed my dinning experience, as I celebrated another birthday. Also came back few months afterwards during the summer. , had a blast.
(5)Nobel V.
3.25 to be exact. What I like about Komegashi Too is the decor and it's presentation. They cater to their location well with a nice view of the water looking outside the windows. They started off giving us hot towels to start off as we look at our menus to order. A nice touch that I feel other restaurants should adapt if possible! For appetizers, I shared a crab-cake-like dish with a few of my friends that was a featured item on the menu. Small in size, but it was tasty. As for my main course, I got two rolls: Godzilla Roll - A deep fried roll with yellowtail and salmon inside, with masago, scallions and spicy sauce on the outside. Spicy White Lover Roll - Salmon, avocado inside of the roll with spicy white tuna, tobiko, and scallions on the outside. My favorite roll of the two was the Godzilla Roll. It was a decently sized roll for the price. The Spicy White Lover Roll did not taste anything special to me and I got it due to my love for salmon. I was able to take a bit of my friend's roll the Sumi Roll: (Yellowtail, avocado, scallions, mango,and chili inside with spicy tuna and a piece of jalapeno on the outisde) which I tasted better and would get again if I came back here. Service was very attentive here and overall I had a nice experience here. Oh, and even though parking on the street is tough here, you can always park in the garage nearby and they can validate your parking pass for free parking.
(3)Sailor M.
This place is great. I use to work in the area and the selection for food was very limited. Pavonia Newport is an up and coming area and there just aren't enough places to eat. This place has all the usual food that are served in any Japanese restaurant. I usually get the udon noodles, shrimp tempura and the california roll. I have brought friends here whenever we were in Jersey City and they all loved it. Also, my coworkers and i would always come in and splurge whenever we had a bad day in the office, needed to get away and BS about someone in the cubicle next to us that we hated, or whenever we got a bad bonus in January (which was every January). This place also has a delicious dessert dish that i love, but i cannot remember the name, but it includes ice cream. The only thing is, Japanese food is SUPER expensive. They have the formula down pat. Japanese food like sushi isn't even cooked yet it is more expensive than any other restaurant (Chinese, American Diner, Italian). The thing is, the stores in the area are a monopoly and because of this, they are able to charge whatever they want since there aren't many options in the area. So its pretty much: Eat, pay up or get lost because there is nothing else in the area. But DAMN the prices can be a bit steep at times. It can benefit from a small discount. You'll be saying OUCH too when you get the bill after you're done eating
(4)James L.
So many reasons to love this place! The happy hour is awesome with some cheap drinks, delicious and low priced apps, and free wings if you can get there in time! The only catch here is that you have to order at the bar. Dinner is fantastic! There is a nice view of the Hudson just outside the window and the sushi is phenomenal! The entree portions are crazy friendly. I ordered the Sumi Specialty roll as an app and the Teriyaki Salmon as an entree. The entrees started with a miso soup and some edamame for the table. I couldn't eat everything in one sitting and I am ok with that.
(5)Wei V.
I would give four star for this place, if the service is stable. Depends on which server you get, it could be awesome and it could be the worst ever. One of the mid-age Chinese lady was very mean to everyone but Cantonese speaking customers. Food was very good but a bit lit over priced. Sushi was very fresh. Other dishes were very authentic. Since it's the closest Japanese restaurant near our place, food was awesome and they do have Japanese chefs and staff, I would go back again.
(3)Stefan D.
Pay a little extra, to get a little extra that's worth a lot! Try the chef's selections!
(4)Shams N.
4 stars for their happy hour, which has $3 domestics and FREE chicken wings after 6pm. There's also $4 shots and $5 martinis. I'll be back one day to try the food, possibly on a date since the back room is quiet and has a nice view of downtown Manhattan. Location is also key, with the PATH across the street and the light rail two blocks away at the mall.
(4)Cody M.
Not bad, but overpriced for what you get. Convenient location across street from Path, but better off riding till the next stop and going to Honshu Sushi.
(3)Donna F.
Really 4.5 (dammit Yelp, give us half-star measurements!). After a long and strenuous evening of Christmas shopping at the Newport Mall on Friday (12/13), my boyfriend and I decided on sushi and came across this place. Although we didn't have reservations, we were seated quickly, and I was surprised at how expansive the restaurant is: it looked like a standard sushi bar but opened up into an attractive dining area once you walked past the bar. Our hostess was also kind enough to seat us right next to the window overlooking the river. Our waiter was prompt and efficient, although he took some time picking up our check. Since we were starving, we both ordered separate appetizers (I asked for the Sakura yellowtail, my boyfriend ordered popcorn shrimp). The yellowtail was thinly sliced and came topped with jalapeño peppers in a lemongrass sauce. It was delicious. I also "helped" my boyfriend finish his shrimp, which were seasoned and battered perfectly and came with two sauces: one was a spicy mayo and the other tasted like a pimiento sauce. For our main dishes, I ordered an eel and avocado roll and the Spicy Tiger Roll (this came with crab, tuna, eel and tobiko, topped with eel and smoked salmon). My boyfriend ordered yellowtail sashimi and the Sweet and Spicy Roll (this was apparently voted Roll of 2012). I loved my meal, my boyfriend, not so much. I sampled his yellowtail, which was delicious, but the Sweet and Spicy Roll left a little to be desired. It was stuffed with too many jalapeño peppers, and the heat from them overpowered the sweetness of the fish inside (I think it was yellowtail, but I'm not sure). We split a bottle of warm sake and also enjoyed chilled edamame (complimentary, according to our waiter). For dessert, we shared the flourless chocolate cake, which came with vanilla ice cream and berries. That was a slice of awesome. I know Jersey City receives a lot of criticism for not having decent restaurants, but I think Komegashi Too is definitely worth trying. I know I'll be back.
(4)Gabrielle A.
Love this place, love the atmosphere, service was great. Fish is always very fresh, and i;m extremely picky when it comes to sushi. really really cool rolls, free edamame, delicious appetizers and the house salad is really really good. I recommend the tuna wonton tacos (so good) and the roll with the shrimp tempora, cream cheese, and spicy tuna on top. (forgot its name)
(5)Steph B.
I've walked by this place TONS of times. I'm not a fan of sushi, so Japanese food isn't really my thing or what I would choose to eat if given the choice. Tonight I was part of a yelp event and was given the opportunity to try the food here. There was broccoli, chicken, noodles and two sushi rolls. Everything, to my astonishment, was DELICIOUS. Not that I was expecting it to taste bad, but for someone who doesn't particularly like Japanese food, I wasn't expecting to like this at all. I HATE sushi and when I say hate, I mean the last time I had it, I spit it out in a napkin (tmi, I know, but need to make that clear ;) ). The sushi I had here (maybe it was salmon?) had to have been amazing quality since I not only didn't spit it out, but I actually somewhat enjoyed it and ate the second one after eating the first. I will definitely be coming here again sometime - I'm so happy I tried! OH and the servers and everyone at the bar were SO friendly and welcoming!
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