Takosushi
1115 Assembly St, Columbia, SC, 29201
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Address :
1115 Assembly St
Columbia, SC, 29201 - Phone (803) 771-7131
- Website https://www.tako-sushi.com/restaurants/columbia-sc
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:00 am - 10
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street, Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Trendy
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : Yes
Dogs Allowed : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
Categories
Mexican Cuisine
If you enjoy Taco Tuesday, then you have officially fallen in love with the Mexican Food. The main grain of Mexican cuisine is maize. Also known as corn, maize is grown for the past 9000 years after the crop was discovered by the people in Mayan civilization. Mexican empire flourished when they started growing beans, tomatoes, chili pepper, sweet potato and cactus. Till this date these ingredients are used in cooking authentic Mexican dishes and drinks.
Great use of spices, fresh chili pepper dishes like fajitas, tortilla chips, corn chips, salsa, chimichangas, burritos, nachos and quesadillas are invented in America. But when you are looking for authentic Mexican food then you must find a restaurant in the city that serves Rajas con Queso, Garbanzo in a Guajillo Chile Sauce, Pork Filled Chiles Rellenos, Chiles en Nogada, Molcajete Salsa, Pico de Gallo and Frijoles de la Olla. An eye-opening fact – Mexican don't like their food hot. They use fresh chili and other spices to create a flavor that lingers in your mouth.
Mexican food is great for those who are Gluten Intolerant as they use Corn instead of wheat in most of their dishes. Also, you can easily find many beans based Mexican dishes. Another dish which didn't get similar glory as tacos or nachos is the Mexican hot chocolate. If you love something hot on a chilly day, then go for Mexican Hot Chocolate. On merry days, you can enjoy the authentic Mexican Drinks like Tequila, Mezcal, Tecuí, Sotol, Bacanora, Charanda, Posh O Pox, Puebla and Pulque. Mexican Cuisine is for people who enjoy strong drinks and hearty meals.
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Sherry C.
This is a great restaurant. I'm not the biggest Sushi fan around, but I still love this restaurant and I can definitely find items to order. The service is always excellent. I love the Miso Soup and the Cucumber salad. Both of those items are a "must have" when I come here. I also LOVE the pot stickers! They're always good. I also get the Ebi. I'm a big fan of shrimp. Great atmosphere. Great food. Great drinks. Great Prices. And Great Service. I definitely recommend this place!
(5)Stacie M.
Went here for the first time since the end of 2014. My first time I got the fish tacos they were spectacular, instantly fell in love. I came this time and got oysters (one for $2) and they were the best part of the meal, in all honesty. We got the firecracker roll and it was good for the price but wasn't anything I'd particularly return for. And the fish tacos this time gets a thumbs downs. It was really bland and I didn't get that zingy taste as I usually do. We ordered a Bloody Mary and I don't know if it was the mix they used or something but we had them take it back. Too spicy (and I like spicy so that's telling you something) I probably will only go back if I plan on just ordering sushi and oysters. But those tacos are a no go.
(3)Michael L.
Great food, service and atmosphere. Gets a little loud and hectic but a overall fun and exciting atmosphere. The Fish Takos are the best and the sushi is amazing.
(4)Sam C.
Have been coming here for some time now. The decor is bold with red walls and southwest art displayed around the restaurant. I come here primarily for the sushi. The sashimi is of a thicker cut and not sliced thin as can be found in many local Sushi restaurants. The Sushi is always fresh and the rolls are great. I have been working my way through the list of rolls (2 pages) and so far the Tomahawk Roll is my favorite. If you are a sushi fan, your best option is to order the Bento Box. You get a Miso Soup, Cucumber Salad, Chef's choice of both Sashimi and Sushi with a roll of your choice. You need an appetite to finish it off; especially if you order one of their appetizers.... our favorite is the Tempura Asparagus. My Bride is not a huge Sushi fan but she does enjoy the Pork Potstickers and Veggie Eggrolls. Parking is a bit of a challenge. There is lot behind the restaurant but it fills up quick. Street parking is available. If you haven't been yet, it is worth the trip downtown.
(5)Lauren O.
Love this concept. The best of two worlds... Latin & Asian cuisine (not fusion - just 2 different menus). The happy hour specials are amazing! 4-6:30 on weekdays. $2 tacos, $5 nachos, $3 tempura asparagus, $5 junior sashimi plate & lots of drink specials. My favorite things to order are: Tempura asparagus (one of the best apps in town) Crazy caprese salad (a perfect summer lunch) Chorizo nachos or chicken & chorizo tacos Queso (with beans) dip And most of their rolls are fantastic It's a small place, so it can be hard to get in but it's totally worth the wait, just get a drink at the bar (they do take reservations for parties of 5 or more).
(4)Brandy B.
Fun experience today! I'd been holding back on this review bcuz I wanted to give them an "official" chance. The concept/idea is kinda cool/weird - the menu looks awesome... but our first experience via 256togo... Ugh!!! I don't remember what we ordered (there were 3 of us and we all hated it)!!!!! Butttttt, that was over a year ago and all these tempura asparagus pics that keep popping up called me in!) We dined in around 4:45/5... waited to beat the crowds and not be elbow to elbow with other patrons. We were overwhelmed by the menu... so many options, so little stomach. We opted to split the green chili fries (looked like vomit or dog food... but we didn't let that deter us!), and tempura asparagus to start (both were good). We split the biggest loser and firecracker shrimp. The biggest loser was okay... kinda had a raw flour taste (too much going on and maybe wasn't "cooked" long enough), the firecracker shrimp were delicious!!!! Service was excellent and we were out before the crowd! We plan to return very soon!
(4)Michaela B.
I love that hey have poke, and they do a good job with it too! Also, my steak tacos were cooked just right, seasoned well, and tender. I wish the joint had a little more ambiance, but service was good. Good beer list... We just had a great time.
(4)Miranda G.
The food at Takosushi was all pretty good. The sashimi and nigiri was tender and flavorful. The miso soup was a little weak, but still tasted good. We both ordered the Bento Box and got more food than we could eat! The rolls are huge, and the two we tried were both very good. The menu is pretty confusing, as there are some inaccuracies, but our server was able to clear it up for us. Overall, the food was good and we would definitely return.
(4)Will C.
Meh. Don't let the unique name fool you, the food is chain restaurant quality. The southwest part of the menu has me thinking "frozen from sysco" and the sushi is pretty good at best. Happy hour has really good specials which makes it worth the trip for me once in a while - good food and drink deals!
(3)Furman L.
I've had my one and only experience at Takosushi. Background - I have spent significant time in Atlanta and New York, and know a good sushi from a bad one. After waiting 45 minutes after my reservation, my party of 3 was seated. Note that there is really no place to wait here because the restaurant is so tiny, so you kind of just stand around and look at everyone trying to eat their dinner. Sushi was terrible. I literally could not finish my sushi because I was starting to get that gut feeling that I would get sick if I continued to eat this food. Location is great, right across from the Statehouse. Parking is free if you can find a spot in their parking lot with maybe 15 spaces. The experience was rushed and cramped, especially for the price. There is a lot of room for improvement.
(1)Stephen R.
Ok finally ate here, tried a few times but they had standing room only and I do not wait for food. I ate here during lunch when most roads were closed for a run. I started with the largest jalapeño poppers known to man. They were fantastic....not nuclear but filling and the wasabi sauce was perfect. They were covered in a homemade like crust and filled with cheese. Then I made room for scallop tacos. They were fried (crispy on outside juicy inside) and all the ingredients were fresh (guacamole, tomato, lettuce). The beans were plain, and the salsa was meh but it was a filling lunch for sure! The waiter was all over it, refilled my drink, made great recommendations and got me a to go cup for my tea.
(5)William B.
I really like this place. It's been through some ups and downs, but overall the food is good, and I've always had great service. Parking is okay, I recommend grabbing a metered spot after 5. The asparagus is awesome, and the fish tacos are great too. It's a bit pricey, but at happy hour it's insanely cheap.
(4)RodneyVanessa H.
I do not eat sushi so I got fish burrito, you build your own...excellent. My husband & daughter got sushi "box" and they enjoyed. All nicely presented, good atmosphere. Got table within 10 minutes on a Friday night. Server gave us just the right amount of attention.
(5)Robert V.
Interesting mix of Far East meets southwest. This was just my first visit, so I can't comment too much on the menu, other than my wife had some delicious carne asada that made me jealous! I had the grilled tuna, which was good, but I didn't like the pairing with beans...odd aftertaste. They're good with substitutions, so be creative and ask away! I had extra veggies, which were great. The decor and atmosphere were well done, and the hot green tea excellent.
(4)YumYum Y.
Boyfriend and I were hungry and we were in the area. So we looked this place up. The place is pretty small. It had parking behind the building. Wouldn't be great for large parties or kids. Its pretty quiet when we came. The waitstaff was friendly. My boyfriend and I both ordered sushi. I can't remember what he ordered but I had this veggie sushi that was defried on the outside. It had carrots and i believe edamame. I can't recall what else was in there but it was so good! I haven't had such a unique sushi in forever! I don't know what it is but the outside of the sushi (the fried part) was such an amazing texture! It was so yummy! We both enjoyed our sushi. We both ordered a meal, he ordered a burger. I can't recall the name. But he said it was alright. While I ordered the stir fry mix. veggies with chicken. It was horrible. The chicken was over cooked and the dish came out to look like a soup. There was nothing "stir-fried" about it. The veggies had so much variety and it was minced. I was confused. I didn't ordered a soup.. I ordered just a plain stir-fried chicken and veggies. How do you make a soup out of that? The broth defiantly had soy-sauce in it.. but strangely enough there wasn't any seasoning. It was very bland. The only thing I enjoyed about my dish was the tiny rice they gave me. So, sushi was fantastic. Entree was not so great. If I lived around the area I would get only sushi to-go.
(3)Scott P.
We had stir fry and fish tacos with homemade guacamole to start. Outstanding. Great atmosphere but even an old guy like me thinks the music is too old and 'classic radio rock' based
(4)Zoe D.
This was probably a 2 1/2 star experience, bordering on 3 star. I generally don't consider any place that has less than 4 stars and at least 100 reviews. I had ruled Takosushi out for lunch but it got rave reviews from 3 different people at the hotel I was staying at so we decided to give it a try. First off, I should say that the service (Kaetlyn) was good. She was attentive, friendly, offered suggestions. That being said, the food was okay. The nachos were plentiful but truly nothing special. The burger was good, served with specialty mayo, flavored ketchup and a side of guac as requested, but still didn't stand out as anything special. Too many exceptional places to try...I'm going back to my 4star-100 review minimum standard and chalk this one up as a learning opportunity.
(3)Monica P.
This place must have had a menu revamp.. I gave it another try over a year after the first time and was very pleasantly surprised! I had an awesome craft beer and a very tasty sushi roll (Greenville roll). That visit prompted me to visit several times since. Great service each time with a relaxed vibe. Check it out again if you haven't been recently!
(4)Mike M.
Why does this place not have 5 Stars?! It's a unique experience but the sushi is phenomenal and the tex mex is equally just as good. As a lover of both, this is my version of heaven on earth. The cucumber roll is a surprise. I highly recommend it. And ask for additional sauce for it. My friends and I end up dipping our other rolls into it. It's a little cramped in there but they do a good job of making sure patrons are not right on top of each other.
(5)David W.
First visit 05/03/2014. I'm pretty tough to please when it comes to food. I like good stuff and Takosushi delivered. I asked for sushi not listed on the menu and the chef was pleased to deliver (masago with quail-egg in a cucumber)! My wife had the portabella mushroom quesadilla (Portadilla) with Goat Cheese and it was fantastically divine!The waitress (pretty Asian girl.. forgot name... too much hot sake ;) was delightful and efficient. The atmosphere was a-buzz with much merriment by the full house of diners. Great time, we will return! Have been back a few times and the place is still hoppin and has great sushi and service.
(5)Maranda K.
Nothing is perfect! Ever! But The Crazy Roll at this place is almost like having to have crack right now or death will soon ensue. Our server was AWESOME!! She gave us suggestions and we took them without hesitating and loved every minute of it. From the stiffed jalapeños to the lobster roll! It was amazing. The chorizo in the stuffed jalapeños was to die for, but the vinegarette that came with it was to die for. My husband and I always bet what the bill total will be, and I totally thought we spent $100 but we only spent $68, so of course the rest went to our wonderful waitress!! ITS A MUST TRY!!!!
(4)Doug F.
Came here for business and a local colleague suggested this place for dinner. Had a few apps - very yummy: 1) Fried Calamari - crispy and not oily at all. Dipping sauce was yummy 2) Fried asparagus - good - tasted great but is a little hard to eat - 3) Cheese fries with sausage - OMG - it's the devils work. Then ordered a small salad (to counter act the fried food) with a great dressing. Also ordered (okay, we all shared the apps, I know what you're thinking) the Poke (they pronounced it wrong but) and it was as good as any I have had. We lived in Hawaii for a year (yes, hate me now) and ate poke all over the place. This was as good as any I had there. The beer was good - nice selection and happy hour drafts were less expensive. The only reason for the 1 star deduction is that the prices were a little high. Friendly server - had an honest opinion when asked about 1 dish. I always appreciate when someone is honest enough to say that something isn't her favorite. All in all a very good meal. Left stuffed.
(4)Adam B. J.
This place is great as my wife loves Mexican and u love sushi. We both agree that the sushi is better than the Latin fair, but neither are bad. Their sushi is amazing! Lots of off the wall rolls, all if which are divine! The apps are great too! TUNA POKE! Civiche! Yummy!!!
(5)Cindy D.
Best Sushi I had in a long time. Party of 5 on a Saturday for lunch and we had the best time ever ! Everything was incredible !!! I definitely will be dining again soon. Great Service Great Food Great Day
(5)Dedrick L.
Amazing........
(5)Richard T.
This is one of my favorite sushi places anywhere. Started off with the tempura asparagus app which is amazing although you hardly taste the asparagus due to the breading and combination of sauces. The unforgettable roll is unlike anything you'll have at any other sushi joint. This roll is appropriately named. The only complaint would be the seating because everyone is jammed together due to the size of the restaurant.
(5)Rachel O.
Holy Palm Beach, Batman! Boyfriend and I just went here for date night. We were both newbies but had heard good things so we decided to check it out. Parking is less than ideal. There is a lot located behind the restaurant and down a little hill but it was full so we ended up parking close by on the street. The hostesses were very nice and told us it would be about a 15 minute wait. We sat at the sushi bar and a waitress approached us and asked if we'd like to go ahead and order. I said we were waiting for a table and she just walked away before we could ask for a drink. Another waiter was nice enough to bring us some water. He ended up being our waiter for the evening. The decor is bold and a bit odd. Red walls with lots of Native American artwork. There are a lot of tables in the restaurant but they are super close together. It was almost like we were having dinner with the people seated next to us. We were seated near the back of the restaurant and could see staff carrying bags of trash in and out which was less than ideal and the women's restroom ran out of paper towels but they were quick refill them. On to the food and super drink... I ordered a Palm Beach because it was fruity sounding but the drink I received was SUPER strong. I don't know how much alcohol was actually in there exactly but lets just say that it was well worth the $8. Boyfriend got a couple of beers and was happy with the selection. It wasn't to extensive but they had good options. We ordered the Shrimp Shumai app and when we received it they were still cold... almost frozen in the center. We spoke to the waiter and he brought us a new order. They were hot but nothing to write home about. We both ordered sushi. I got the Shrimp Tempura roll and the Firecracker roll (fried tilapia). The shrimp tempura roll was alright but there are others I prefer more. The Firecracker roll was amazingthough! I would definitely recommend it. The spicy apple mayo sauce was delicious! Boyfriend got the Alaskan roll (snow crab) and the Tuna Tataki (ahi tuna) which he thought were tasty but didn't rave about them. They are large rolls but I still found them a bit pricey. Our bill came to a little more than $60 before tip. Overall, I felt that it was just alright. I'd definitely order a Firecracker roll to go but other than that there's not too much drawing me back to this place.
(3)Yvonne R.
Amazing food! Best sushi ever!!!!! Loved everything we had. Service was awesome. Very affordable.
(5)Cody M.
Very good sushi. The best I have found in Columbia, S.C.
(4)Grace M.
This place is absolutely terrible. The sushi chef is the only thing that makes it worth going... WHEN the fish is fresh. The last time I went I got food poisoning from the bad tuna, and my dads friend went a week or so before me and also got sick. The restaurant is cramped, the hostess is never anywhere to be found, and the service is mediocre. The only reason I am giving this establishment one star is because the sushi chef is friendly and knows what he is doing... I also know he has nothing to do with the quality of the fish.
(1)Leah B.
My first sushi was here, and I'd love to go again! It was very tasty, and I didn't have any complaint about the food. It was however a bit dark to see much, so it was actually hard to read the menu and even eat. My dad and I ended up getting out his iPhone for light at we're using that to see.
(5)Erica J.
Love the sushi and the tempura asparagus. Didn't like the tex-mex so much but seems to always be busy & has parking.
(4)Marcus B.
The sushi only get 3 starts, but the tempura asparagus pushes the rating to 4 stars. I am definitely a fan.
(4)Bill S.
Excellent sushi! We had a combination of 8 different special rolls. Every one tasted very fresh, and I really enjoyed the sauces that were used on the rolls.
(4)Tj R.
Sushi was average, service was really good. Happy hour is LEGIT. $2 Kirin draft, $2 tacos, and 4-5 other specials. Hard to beat.
(3)Scarlett P.
Interesting combination, Mexican and Sushi. I was a little hesitant but definitely intrigued to try out this new fad. I will be coming back, the cucumber salad roll, spicy tuna and dragon rolls were terrific.
(4)Annie D.
As I was driving downtown from the airport, I decided that I wasn't likely to leave my hotel once I checked in for the night, so I should probably hunt down some dinner first. For once, I didn't comb Yelp first. I just drove around and found something that looked decent. The pretty good: -My server was very friendly and helped me figure out what I could order rice-less that would still be delicious. -The seaweed salad/nori salad was big and tasted fresh. -The cucumber wrapped roll with shrimp, crab, avocado and asparagus was pretty tasty. It comes with a wasabi vinaigrette on top, which is a little sweet (not spicy at all) but it works. It comes rice-less anyway, so no substitutions needed. It actually inspired me to try making something similar at home. -The sushi menu is large and they have a lot of creative maki available. -Prices (at least in comparison to sushi in Minneapolis) are fair. -Free parking in the back The could-be-better: -I've never visited a sushi bar where you have virtually no interaction with the chefs right in front of you. It was kind of strange. -I don't quite get the concept. As a lot of the previous reviewers have mentioned, from the name one expects a Mexican-Japanese fusion, but it's not fusion. You can get tacos or maki... but there's no taco-inspired maki or tacos made with sashimi. Not that I would really want that, but it seems to me like it would be a much more inspiring concept than just two polar opposite cuisines served under the same roof.
(3)Murray M.
I've only eaten here once, and I will never return. This place has some of the worst sushi I've ever experienced. For reference, I studied abroad in Tokyo, Japan and have eaten A LOT of fantastic sushi. If you want good, authentic sushi in Columbia, SC, then I recommend Inakaya. If you're wanting Mexican food, then maybe this place would be okay, but I can't say for sure as I had the sushi. One thing I've always wondered about this place is its name - I know the name "Takosushi" was supposed to be a clever turn on the Japanese + Mexican food combo, but Tako in Japanese means Octopus, so it seems they're really just naming the restaurant Octopus Sushi - overall, the entire concept just really isn't working.
(1)Taylor H.
The place is small and you're likely to feel like you're sitting with the people at the tables on either side of yours. At least the chicken nachos are good.
(3)Connor U.
My friends and I were looking for an early lunch and while waiting for the restaurant to open we saw a worker standing outside smoking a cigarette while holding a head of lettuce in her bare hands that I'm sure was going to be chopped soon. We lost our appetite at that point and decide to go elsewhere.
(1)Dawn P.
I went here 2wks ago for a little lunch and to get familiar with my new town. I read the reviews on Yelp and decided to give this place a go. It was empty so I sat in the back by the sushi bar. The two young Japanese guys at the bar kept me entertained. I had the Fried Asparagus for an appetizer and it was so yummy. I then ordered Mexican which is nothing out of the ordinary in terms of my culinary experiences. It was ok. I wish I had went with some sushi instead. This place got really busy around the 12-1pm hour and filled up quickly. I see this place is popular and I will be back to taste their sushi rolls and other Japanese treats another time.
(3)Jaymie M.
The queso dip with chorizo was very tasty, but the sushi rolls get a solid 'meh' from me. They weren't bad, but they weren't orgasmic either. Especially the yasai (veggie) roll. The veggies didn't seem especially fresh and they had a strange taste to them. The rainbow roll was good enough, but I'd have expected higher quality for what I paid for it. My friend's crazy roll was a good deal better, but again, the sushi is pricey for the quality. Maybe I'll give it another go for lunch. Highlight of the meal: The Takosushi Mojito and Bellisimo cocktails. Late night, I'd go here for drinks and a snack, but maybe not the rolls.
(3)Mark K.
So it's weird sounding but, chips and queso with sushi actually works. The space is a little cramped, you sort of feel like you are going to be bffs with other customers but the waiters are attentive and the bar has a fairly decent selection. Not a great beer place, but plenty of well drinks. The sushi compares with any other non traditional sushi place. It's a good date spot, but plan on walking. The parking is not awesome. Overall it's a great start or end to hanging out in the Vista.
(4)Misty B.
Wacky concept, well executed. No bad dish ordered. I do agree that the prices are a tad bit difficult to justify given the ambience, but if in a different setting, the food itself is worth the cost. Expect to spend 10 minutes with the menu -- a ton of wildly opposing Mexican/Asian options unless you already know what you want.
(5)Morgan M.
Went to Takosushi for the first time a few months ago, and I've been a fan ever since. Great food (LOVE the Crazy Roll and the salads) at a great price. Definitely my favorite sushi place in Columbia.
(5)Justin Y.
Worst meal in a long time. To start we had some server in his mid-twenties who was not very attentive. I ordered a simple dish of grilled fish, vegetables, rice and beans. The vegetables were reasonably well prepared but were piled like slop next to an ice cream scoop of white rice with some burnt tasting red sauce. The tuna, which I ordered medium rare came out well done and drier than what I have eaten out of a can. To add insult to injury, the dish which was priced at $9.95 came in at $2 more because of some sticker they put on the very bottom of the menu that said tuna was upcharged (no mention by the server). I have never been a fan of the dimly lit restaurant, odd mix of food, lousy preparation and awful floor plan, but this was the final straw. This is the last time I will be eating there even if it is a block from my office. If you have to go, just get the sushi. Stay away from everything else.
(1)Lisa V.
Not a fan of the ambiance for the price of the food. A little high for mediocre food. 5 stars for the sushi. I liked the flavor combos and I'm pretty picky with sushi. The rice wasn't overcooked or messy or too vinegary. Fish was fresh tasting. We had the samurai (not a fan of the crab and mango glaze though I thought I was going to like it because of it... Hubs liked it) and tomahawk (my favorite!). I liked the fried asparagus with spicy mayo and eel sauce. 2 stars for the tacos. Just not a fan. I have had better at an actual Mexican joint. Small portions and they should stick with just sushi. If you want sushi, it's worth a try if you're in the area. I'd like to try elsewhere for the price point.
(3)Brandy W.
The name is a little off-putting. Every time someone would mention this place I thought, "That sounds weird". My first experience with Takosushi was picking up some sushi to go. I was not impressed with the ambiance but we enjoyed the rolls at home. A friend convinced me to go back and dine in recently. The place felt different when dining in with many patrons there. It may also have had to do with the new management and menu. The sushi chef sent out some sample rolls while we were waiting - they were delicious! The manager is very friendly and helpful. On my second visit dining in, he remembered the rolls I liked. So far I've tried the tempora asparagus (delish!), Super Crunchy, Jesse, and Crazy Susan and they are all fantastic. The service is friendly and very good. One of my favorite things are all of the new beers -there are some excellent and unique choices. It's really difficult to find restaurants that have interesting good food AND beer selection! I've now been to Takosushi 4 times - I like it that much! I have yet to try the Mexican food there, but one companion seemed to really enjoy a burger and fries. Surprisingly, they have some great dessert choices (including creme brulee!) but I haven't tried any of them yet. Our dining companions ate them so fast we never got a bite!
(5)Isaac S.
Can't go wrong.... order pyramid roll or crazy rolls and be prepare for a party in your mouth. Good service... little pricey but worth it.
(4)Helena G.
This restaurant was a pleasant surprise. I wasn't sure about this Japanese/ Mexican fusion but worked great. For $14.95 we got a bento box (miso soup, cucumber with crab stick, a sushi roll and sashimi). It was a good deal. The fish was fresh and the sushi was well done. It's why I'm giving 4 star. The staff was super friendly.
(4)Charles R.
Joan Rivers says the dress slits should not be so close, yet the host was close. Chips and salsa where pretty good! All with free refills.
(4)Jia K.
management is horrific. But their happy hour special keeps me coming. wait staff is mediocre but the manger on duty is worse. They are not friendly at all. It's taco's are great sushi around here is not worth it! might as well go to a Chinese Buffet if it's sushi that you want!
(3)Keith K.
Times eaten here: Once. Takosushi boasts perhaps the most bizarre and ill-executed menu in downtown Columbia. My one and only time here, my party had the (mis)fortune of getting assigned The World's Most Bored Waitress. I had to ask for water three times before giving up and getting it from the bar. I hate to harp on bad experiences that aren't funny, so let's just leave it there, shall we? The food, such as it is, is typical overpriced Vista-Sysco crap. How does one make bad guacamole? I don't know and don't want to. The space is loud and annoying and reeks of the "shiny surfaces and granite" decor philosophy. The drinks are pricey, and the food, while grudgingly edible, is just so terribly mediocre that why would you bother? I had the "Sumo soup" on some misplaced whim and it was really just a collection of noodles and kitchen leavings, with a few tiny bits of meat to be had. One piece of salmon, about quarter sized, should not allow you advertise "salmon" on the menu for the item. As an educational aside, that same $14 will buy you a much better bowl of actual soup at Pho Viet a few miles away with enough left over for a beer or bubble tea. Alternatively, it'll snag you roughly 23 cans of King Cobra and a 10# sack of generic ice. Probably a better time all around, assuming you have access to a park bench or unoccupied porch. Watch out for officer Arvelo though, he loves busting freedom loving men such as ourselves for the simple crime of enjoying the Big Snake in public. Bottom line: Columbia has much better sushi (Inakaya Watanabe, Sakura, heck, even Camon) and Mexican (Real Mexico, Mucho Margaritas, El Mariachi) and you should go to all of those places before going here. My party of 8 was so generally underwhelmed that we left as soon as possible and fled into the night to get drinks in a place that was happy to serve us. Alas, Takosushi, it's not me, it's you.
(2)Emily E.
My favorite rolls are the lobster and unforgettable (wasabi vinagrette is amazing). It's rather pricey, but not outside the realm of most sushi places in the area. I haven't tried any of the mexican dishes. Seaweed salad is also good. Service is good, but nothing exceptional. Not the best bang for your buck, but they do have very unique sushi you can't find elsewhere and definitely more on the gourmet side.
(3)Crystal C.
Trying to explain this place is actually more difficult than I thought, but ironically the way I have found to explain it with one co-worker was "You love sushi right? What about your spouse?" ... their answer:"oh my spouse hates sushi, their favorite is Mexican." This is the the restaurant they can both go and get their favorites. They have plain cheese quesadillas for the picky kid and were even kind enough to work up some teriyaki diced chicken with a side of white rice for the same picky thing. I have bounced around the sushi rolls and have yet to be disappointed. They have sushi/sashimi platters for 2 or 4 now too that left us painfully stuffed and in heaven. The parking is a bit weird and the place isn't very big, but it has a lot of atmosphere and good people running it.
(4)Vivian J.
Came here because it was the only sushi place open on Sunday and we really wanted sushi. The service was very good. The server was attentive and courteous. As for the rolls, between my bf and me, we had the Volcano, Dynamite, Samurai, and the Unforgettable. Our favorite was the Dynamite, and our least favorite was the Volcano because it was too fried in oil. We're from the West Coast, so our expectations were realistic, but this was just OK for what it was.
(3)Carl H.
Great combination of selections for Sushi and Mexican. There were three of us and we all loved our dinners. The Asian Wrap was the winner of all the dinners though.
(4)Cristine C.
I come here VERY often. and order take out. and delivery [via 56]. At first, I wasn't sure about the taco+sushi idea, but as you can tell, I've fallen in love. Takosushi offers a casual atmosphere but great service. The margaritas are good, the sushi is always amazing - get the Cary's roll and thank me later. I get the grilled tilapia tacos nearly every single time.. and the tempura fried asparagus is awesome, too. It's nothing extravagant, but definitely worth a try!
(4)Courtney B.
The combination of Mexican and Japanese food sounded a little weird to me at first. But then I tried it. It's so much better than I expected. I had chips with salsa and queso dip to start. Then finished the meal with the firecracker sushi roll. It was delicious.
(5)Tanay N.
Mexican and Japanese food in one place?! We only had rolls the first time I came here, but we mixed it up with some enchiladas the second time. The rolls are generally very good; we have tried dynamite, crazy, and a few more. I wasn't a huge fan of the Japanese bagel because it was salty, but the rest of the rolls have been consistently good!
(4)Swetha G.
Their green chili queso dip is lip smacking good. Our server told us that the portion size is generous so I had it as an entree instead of an app, and so glad I did! She was not kidding, they give PLENTY of food and it's very very reasonably priced. I can't believe for dinner on a Friday night I paid less than $10 with tax and tip, and left full and satisfied, amazing! I would give this place more stars but the atmosphere is not so great, tables are too close together you feel like you're crashing other people's meals, and it is way too noisy, so it's not the ideal dining environment. The food and service are both good though. They have quite a decent vegetarian selection too.
(3)Paul B.
MEXANESE? It's not Mexican Japanese fusion- Just a joint with a split personality... Mexican and Japanese food with one place to sit your butt... This place has a nice cozy feel to it- not too big and not too small...nice music playing, good food, a place you can go and dilly dally, frittering away your time on food and drink. :) The steak tacos are very good! They use a nice Garlic Cilantro Pesto marinade that gives the steak a great flavor! Served with rice and beans. I have tried the Posole, which was a complete disaster... Thick and goopy and way over spiced with cayenne pepper- should of stuck with the more traditional and safer morsels... I've eaten here several times, however I haven't sampled the Japanese fare other than the Potstickers and Edamame...oh well, next time PS- they serve up a great Top Shelf Margarita!
(3)Roel F.
Takosushi is not as interesting a restaurant as one might think based on the name, because the place offers Mexican and Japanese dishes, rather than combining both cuisines in one eclectic and potentially interesting mix. So yeah, the question is whether there really is a demand for a restaurant that does both? (Based on the large number of customers that were dining on the evening I went, I guess there is.) The atmosphere at Takosushi is pleasant, nice interior and music. The service is pretty good as well, friendly and fairly quick. Unfortunately, however, both the Mexican and the Japanese food are pretty mediocre! Which makes one wonder why one would go to this 'Japexican' rather than to a decent Mexican or Japanese restaurant? Seen the prices Takosushi asks for its food, I would suggest the latter option! All of that being said, Takosushi is not a horrible place to eat. So if you ever find yourself in a situation in which the group is evenly split between people that want Mexican and people that want Japanese... then you know where to go!
(3)Mike B.
We were in town visiting from Paris, and our local friends suggested we go to Takosushi for dinner. "Mexican-Asian fusion" was the way they described it, and I was very excited to try it out. Unfortunately, their inept hostess and completely unhelpful manager on Sunday night (Sept. 2) alienated me forever before I ever got to sample their faire. We arrived at about 7:30 pm and put our names on the list. We were told we'd have to wait an hour. Well, if you've ever been in Columbia this time of year, you know you don't hang out on the sidewalk waiting to get devoured by the mosquitoes, so we headed down the street to Flying Saucer for a drink. We came back forty minutes later, but the hostess shocked us with "Oh, sorry. I looked for you, but you weren't here. It'll be another 45 minutes because you're back on the bottom of the list." We argued with her a bit, but she just kept whining this unacceptable response. The manager was unfortunately no better, unable to explain to us why they couldn't seat us at an open four-top just 10 feet away. It surely wasn't the kind of Southern hospitality my mama taught ME to show to MY guests. So, here's my two cents worth: If a host or hostess wants to overestimate your wait time so they can then become your hero when they call you early, that's a real gamble. Better to give an honest estimate so they don't screw over their clientele like Takosushi did last night. Or maybe at Takosushi, they're just so inept they don't know how to estimate wait times. Either way, it's time for somebody to get a new job. Thankfully, Motor Supply Company was able to take us, and we ended up having a marvelous dinner with great food, top-notch cocktails, and fantastic service. Too bad Takosushi ruined its reputation for me before I ever tasted something out of their kitchen. Maybe the food is all it's cracked up to be, but the service sure as hell isn't ... and because of that, I'll never know.
(1)Dan C.
WOW. This restaurant was amazing. Takosushi had the craziest sushi ever. We ordered at least 2 platters and together that was about 40 pieces. They also had Mexican, which, actually, is a nice mix. Takos(As they call them) and Sushi is good. Our waiter, Chris, was very friendly. Also, the sushi was SO FRESH. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone.
(5)Todd T.
We tried some sushi and a couple of the taco dishes here. Nothing we had tasted worthy of the cost of the food. I have had better tacos for half of the price. Service was fine, but I have no desire to go back due to feeling ripped off for the quality of the food and price.
(2)jack q.
We stopped in for a late lunch and ordered a variety of things, both Asian and Mexican. Everyone had told us to get the fried asparagus and the 5 of us scarfed down 2 orders. Very tasty. Everyone tried something a little different and we all shared. Not saying that the sushi "goes" with a mole sauce, but everything was fresh and tasty and our server, Brianna, was great. I'd certainly go back next time we're in town.
(4)Gilbert T.
Being that i eat a lot of sushi and i was so far away from home (san diego) I Wasn't sure what I was getting myself into. I have tried a lot of restaurants out here that didn't live up to the hype. I was really satisfied with this place. sushi was great!!
(5)Bill R.
Was dam good.. Had 4 different rolls all of them were good. If I am ever down south I will be coming back.
(4)Matt Y.
Ate here as a congratulatory meal for my girlfriend, who had just finished BCT training at Ft. Jackson. I am not a fan of sushi, and maybe her months of deprivation had skewed her tastebuds, but according to the girl her 2 orders of sushi(Fat Boy Roll and Triple Tango Roll) were fresh and excellent. Lots of flavor from the sauces but not overpowering. For an appetizer we shared some guacamole, which was above average, although not super memorable. The green chile queso with chorizo was excellent though, and both went well with chips. I ordered the chile rellenos, which were very very good. Stuffed with cheese but not overly greasy and very crisp coating and skin, which to me makes or breaks it.. The side of beans was unremarkable, but honestly I gorged on the chiles, and couldn't really care less. Service was excellent, and when we explained the occasion of our being in Columbia, the waitress gave the girl a free drinkl, which was super nice.
(4)B H.
being from California I pride myself on my sushi dining. this place was pretty comparable to the sushi I've had in the Bay Area. Great service, great rolls. We ordered several kinds. definitely going back.
(4)Jack H.
Fantastic sushi and the fusion with Mexican food was delicious and not overdone.
(5)Katie R.
I don't really get the hype. I know people LOVE Takosushi and I've tried it a few times, but I've never really thought of it as my #1 place to go. It's small for a Vista restaurant, but they definitely do have good specials. I think the food otherwise is pretty pricey. Happy hour is the time to go!
(3)Val C.
Had 3 sushi rolls which were decent, but waited almost 45 mins for a fairly small takeout order.... 3 stars because service was really slow and food wasn't anything exceptional. However the atmosphere was cool. Tv's w sports on and great lighting for dinner
(3)Sharon R.
Food is delicious! Love the diverse menu... though, prices are a little high for what you get.
(4)Tyler P.
Tonight, my wife and I found out that we are part of the "Battle of the Sushi"!!! My favorite is the Unforgettable Roll, her favorite is the Crazy Roll. Well, as it turns out, the Crazy Roll is the number one seller, but the Unforgettable Roll is a close second and gaining! My position is simple... you can't go wrong! TakoSushi is awesome... and so is our favorite bartender, Kelly! Tell her we sent ya!
(5)Ron D.
Love this place, ate lunch at least five times while here for the State Fair! Service great and friendly. Nice selection of Saki!
(5)Mike G.
I came here during the day on a Thursday so the place wasn't too busy. Right off the bat, there was no one at the door doing the hosting and one person was waiting to get seated. I decided not to wait and walked towards the back towards the sushi bar. After checking out the menu, I was surprised to find that there weren't really any creative fusions of Mexican and sushi. I finally settled on the bento box which is actually a good deal. The food was good and it came out quick. Overall, points off for the slow initial service. If I'm in the area again, I would check out something else.
(3)Allison C.
Most rolls are pretty good. Unforgettable and Crazy roll are two of my favs.
(4)R B.
I only had the sushi, which was grocery-store quality. The rice was not fresh and the price was too high (cucumber roll was almost $5). There are much better places to get sushi in town. I can't speak for the Mexican menu.
(1)Julie R.
I ate here two times in less than a week. The lettuce wraps are amazing! Lots of great veggies in a tasty sauce with these great fried asparagus spears that taste mildly coconutty. Their sushi was great too. I went here with two friends and we just tried whatever each of us had on our plates. The quesadillas are good too. Kind of a weird combo of foods but very tasty. I dont recommend ordering the sake however bc the large comes in this tiny little vessel and is kinda expensive compared to other places i've been. Definitely worth trying this place!
(5)Ellen B.
The fish tacos and the steak tacos are Delicious! The posole, though, was so spicy my husband couldn't eat it and we enjoy spicy food. I will definitely go back.
(4)Kayla T.
I love going here! There is usually a wait time but that also means that the quality is great. The sushi is exotic but they also have typical kinds as well. I am a sushi junkie so I like all the crazy stuff and it is all delicious--I always have a hard time picking out what I don't want! The atmosphere is great and I think the idea of having Mexican combined with sushi is outstanding. Besides the somewhat poor service, I love coming here on my weekly date nights!
(4)Alex A.
very good sushi. didn't try the tacos.
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