Kyatchi
3758 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55409
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Address :
3758 Nicollet Ave
Minneapolis, MN, 55409 - Phone (612) 236-4429
- Website https://www.kyatchi.com
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Opening Hours
- Mon :4:00 pm - 12:00pm
- Mon : 4:00 pm - 12:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : Free
Has TV : No
Dogs Allowed : Yes
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No
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Marci M.
We've been here 7 or 8 times now and each time I try to remember to write a review. Our last visit was so memorable that I finally remembered to actually follow through. Our last visit was on a Sunday night at 5pm. We arrived as a party of 7 (5 adults + 2 kids) and were sad to see the place was packed (great for the restaurant, bad for us). Unfortunately it was raining so the lack of outdoor seating may have been part of the problem. Anyway, we decided to come back another time since the chance of a table large enough for 7 opening up soon was pretty slim. We were about half a block away when the host came outside and told us he had figured out a way to make room for us! They cleaned off the large booth in the kitchen at sat us there. It was an awesome experience, the kids loved watching all the food being prepared. Food has always been 5/5 for us. We love the chicken meatball skewers, sushi rolls, chiryashi, salads, ramen and tonkatsu sliders. Awesome happy hour specials 7 days a week. It's pretty rare to find an awesome sushi restaurant with a kids menu. But you should definitely not go there because that will just make it harder for me to get a table ;)
(5)Cristina Y.
This place makes one killer egg and avocado hot dog! This was the first time I've gone there to meet up with my friends and the servers and hosts were so sweet. We definitely overstayed our welcome after our dinner was finished, but the hosts were attentive coming back to ask my friends and I if we wanted other drinks as they refilled our waters. I'll be coming back for more hot dogs!
(4)Cecil O.
It is done right here. Great chefs and great people. Unpretentious...Be here often. Personal likes Hotate Yuzu roll* Tamago Nigiri* Hamachi* Haven't made it past the sushi yet, but I hear great things about their insane hotdogs.
(5)Brendan T.
Finally! After breaking up with Oragami as it went downhill I was without a favorite sushi restaurant in Minneapolis until now....Kyatchi, to use their baseball theme as a metaphor, knocks it out of the park! Incredible sustainable sushi, my favorite is the pressed sea bass sushi. Gyoza and chicken skewers were good too but next time it will be all sushi for me! Cute decor, smallish with friendly service and a good wine and beer list!
(5)Emily N.
I was so pleasantly surprised by this little cozy sushi spot in Kingfield, S. Minneapolis. Well, I had only heard good things, and they were all right! Kyatchi has a fun Japanese baseball theme inside - baseball jerseys + traditional Japanese art. I really like the huge mural on the large wall that combined both in one piece of fine art! Clever and unique. They are also very invested in sustainable seafood - I truly appreciate knowing that restaurant I'm dining at cares about the sources of their food. Food - the best way to sum up this place is this: no cream cheese, no tempura-friend shrimp in half the rolls and no wasabi mayo on half the rolls. The food is less of a presentation than some of those places you find in malls and whatnot, it is straight to the point and authentic. The ingredients are necessary, not there just to provide a cool sushi photo. We started with skewers, chicken & steak - nothing fancy, but done well and very juicy flavorful meat. We got a few basic rolls, the oshinko, the negihama, and the albacore tuna with avocado. All the best of the basics you can get, fresh, flavorful and authentic. And the Kingfield roll was phenomenal, I would highly recommend this. Our waiter suggested the arctic char sashimi - and WOW! This is great, just as good as our go-to tuna sashimi. So smooth, hardly fishy, just enough saltiness, and the texture melts in your mouth. You don't need soy sauce! I do want to give a big thank to our server, and I sadly don't know his name, but he was so knowledgeable and I felt very confident having him help us with our order and make suggestions. He was friendly, patient and took the time to explain the gluten free options. I thought the service was impeccable and the place is so laid back and casual, with traditional and real Japanese food! Parking - on street and free on all neighboring blocks. There is outdoor seating too. We went at 7:45 on a Friday and got a table no problem.
(5)Alice S.
Despite the fact that this is a bit of a schlep for us, I foresee many more visits. We went very early on the Saturday before Labor Day (like 4:30 early) and the place was empty. The waiter was incredibly attentive and obviously really proud of the place. The sustainability factor is pushed pretty hard, which is fine, but the actual taste is the key of course. And it's very very good. The ramen was just lovely, light and tasty. The sushi has that extra edge, that delicate touch that puts it over the top. There's a great beer and wine list, and a kids' menu (for next time) that promises greatness. This is a real gem.
(5)Jerice A.
Highly recommend! Happy hour gives you $2 off tap beers, and sake specials. I got a plate of 5 pieces of sashimi and rice (chirashi) for $10-that's a steal. I got the unfiltered sake for $5 which was delicious as well. They have house made seaweed salad which was delicious-sesame oil soy sauce vinegar combination. I sat outside which was nice as well-7 tables outside to choose from and inside had a sushi bar and other tables. I had a very prompt server who explained the menu to me which was highly appreciated. They have grilled seafood, sushi, soups-I like the creativity of the chef-well worth the bill.
(5)Iris H.
Had a friend from out of town and we went here for dinner. Our server was very knowledgeable about the seafood and sustainability but a bit inattentive. When we were ready to order another round of sushi our server didn't come to the table for 15 minutes, yet served others around us. The food was great, and we got two rolls, a hotdog, the meatball appetizers and the suzuki. Everything was fantastic and had well matched flavors. The suzuki comes with lemon pieces on top and has strong citrus notes. It's very refreshing for a hot day. The potato salad on the hot dog was very creamy and light. It's closer to the mustard/mayo version rather than vinegar based, but it's not too rich given the amount you receive. I also highly recommend the appetizers. They were out of the mushrooms so we got the meatballs and chicken. The meatballs were phenomenal. I don't know what seasoning they use but it's very flavorful. Overall it was a fun dining experience and I would go back again. It's a pretty expensive night but most sushi usually is.
(5)James M.
Yes. Yes. Yes. If you like sushi and Japanese food you must check this place out. The rolls are killer (I had the Wanna Roll, haha) and their seafood is some of the best I had in the U.S. Try their grilled mackerel with sea salt and their grilled squid. Both are "out of your mind and off your face" kinds of fantastic. Just beautiful dishes. They also have... Wait for it... Hot dogs. Yup, I said it. Hot dogs, with a Japanese twist. Something about one of the owners once being the personal chef of a Japanese Twins player, once. Or some shit, I don't know, I was busy stuffing my face with sushi. Soooooooooo good. The only I didn't pop for the full 5 stars was because their service was a little slow. Probably just because it was Memorial Day and this was the only place open in the neighborhood and they were RAMMED, really busy. If I could give these guys 4.5 stars, I would.
(4)Sarah U.
A little noisy, but fun décor and some outside seating are avail. I loved the different takes on some common Japanese dishes like miso soup and seaweed salad. Service was not only friendly and professional, but also the well-educated servers seemed to be as passionate about the dishes as the owner. Food Notes: -Tokyo Turnip Salad: I could a whole bowl of this, seriously -Seaweed 3 ways: The red one is the best! Savory and a little crunch -Teriyaki Hot Dog: great flavor but a tad salty -Skewers: Amazing! Chix meatballs were so juicy and flavorful, would pair great with some cold noodles -Sashimi Bowl: Fish was very fresh, all the fixings reminded me of home. Pickled everything was great, wishing I had more seabass -Strawberry Sorbet: simply delicious Will be back! organic, locally sourced and free-range? I'm in!
(4)Gracie H.
This little gem may quickly become your go-to if you like Japanese food and appreciate attention to detail. Knowledgable, friendly staff will happily offer up suggestions. The rice / noodle bowls / hot dogs give you the biggest bang for your buck. But don't steer away from the starters/ sushi. I highly recommend the "Portlandia" very refreshing and surprisingly filling. Accessible front entrance. Seating inside and outside would allow for comfortable configuration for wheelchair users. 2 gender neutral bathrooms! #winning
(5)Amee K.
Surprisingly good food. My boyfriend and I arrived during happy hour and we were rather surprised on how good things tasted even with a hr or two before closing. Though their HH menu was quite small it did offer a pretty good deal for items compared to their regular priced dinner menu. I opted for the chirashi which was a good portion for the HH priced I paid of $10, plus they weren't afraid to give you good pieces of sashimi, like hotate, for having paid their HH price. My bf order the soba dog which he was satisfied about. I wasn't too thrilled about the cost for it, since it was a hotdog but overall taste was good. We also ordered a pork belly kushimono (tontoro) which was excellent with sea salt. Can't complain really about the overall visit. We were quite satisfied and will return again in the future.
(4)Patti K.
I heard about the oshizushi (pressed sushi) here and made a reservation right away. I haven't had oshizushi in years, and I felt any place that had oshizushi on the menu must know something about Japanese food. I wasn't disappointed. So much to love about this place. Sustainable seafood. Authentic menu. Hot towels. A cute name ("catch," as in catching a baseball and perhaps catching a fish). Artwork and authentic Japanese baseball memorabilia that evoke the name. As I scanned the menu, I made a mental note of what I would try next time (ramen, donburi, tonjiru pork stew...and it goes on). We ordered the mackerel and sea bass oshizushi, salmon skin salad, and nukazuke pickles. The oshizushi was wonderful, as promised. When the server asked me if it was as good as what I had five years ago, I had to qualify my answer that last time I was close to the ocean. (On the bullet train headed to Shizuoka, in fact.) But in any case, very good. I thought they fell down a bit on the salmon skin salad and the nukazuke, though. The salmon skin salad dressing was wonderful, but the salmon skin itself seemed to need salt (perhaps purple shiso salt!). The nukazuke pickles tasted like they hadn't been pickling for a week, but since I don't like super strong pickles that's not a bad thing. Several reviews compared Kyatchi unfavorably with certain other restaurants, on the grounds that the prices are too high. Having been to many other sushi joints in the Twin Cities and having lived in Japan for six years, I would say that Kyatchi stands head and shoulders over the vast majority of the other Japanese restaurants in the area in terms of authenticity, food quality, and overall experience. Yes it is more expensive, but in my opinion completely worth it. Service was quick and attentive. And there was parking by the side of the building. Lots to love about this place, and we'll be back again soon!
(4)Susan H.
Sushi is what brought us in, hot dogs will be what makes us come back! We were in town for an event for my daughter. This place was a welcome sight from being in a gym all day! Homey, simple design with an awesome baseball mural for all to see. We started with the Kaiso seaweed salad which was good, love the toasted sesame. Beef snd pork belly skewers were succulent. The Yakisoba dog with pan noodles was a home run! Tataki Roll and sushi rolls were fresh. Sarah the owner was there and was a joy to talk to. Go now!
(5)Christopher O.
I consider this my neighborhood joint, as well as my favorite new(ish) restaurant in the Twin Cities. Every visit has topped the previous one with my selections. The service is great--especially the owner/hostess--and the chef absolutely knows his business. I like to support sustainable foods when I can, and if it were all as incredible as the menu here, I'd do it all the time. I've tried quite a few things here. The ramen is very good, but the tsukune donburi (a chicken and rice dish) is sort of magical. The hot dogs are awesome--one of my buddies claimed it was the best he'd ever had. The Chirashi (a sashimi dish) was remarkable. They have a nice selection of sake, including my favorite Otokoyama. The last time I was there, however, we tried some of the sparkling sake--it was a little on the sweet side, but delicious. It would make the perfect celebratory date drink. If I have to sum up the wonderful Kyachi in three words, it would be these: Order the scallops.
(5)Shawn S.
Kyatchi has a place in the MPLS sushi scene. They have great sushi - but this is not their only focus. The story is that when former Twins pitcher Nishioka was cut after a high salary and less than commensurate performance, the personal chef he hired decided to stay in the cities and open this place up. Here - you are gonna order bites for $3-8 like skewers, miso, creative salads, rolls, etc. Or you will go for the sushi platter. Or maybe a hot dog in nod to baseball past. Or perhaps some soba or udon noodles. And maybe some sake or choose from the large tap selection Whatever you order, it will be well prepared, and the servers are knowledgeable and committed to the success of this place. NOTE: at the time of this review they did start taking reservations.
(4)Mo Z.
We were looking for a sushi place somewhat late at night and this was one of the restaurants close by that had good reviews. We had high expectations but it wasn't that good for the price. We ordered quite a few rolls and other than the sushimi and chicken skewers, which were awesome, everything else was okay but nothing special. The pork belly skewers were not very good - they had a lot of fat. We also tried the hot dogs, which were unique. We got both the Yakisoba and House - we would recommend the former. The service was pretty good but if you're looking for a good value, you may want to go elsewhere.
(3)Jennifer K.
Very rarely do you hear of a place where they have all of their fish from sustainable places, what a nice change, the sale is great and the fish bowl I had was wonderful! I would recommend heading here and time, plus the owner is the sweetest women ever and it is perfect for all ages
(4)Hiro K.
Food: 4 Service: 4 Having tried most of the other Japanese establishments in Minneapolis, Kyatchi was both new and refreshing. Although I recommend staying away from the sushi (the fish is poor quality compared to the fish on the coasts or even in Chicago), I highly recommend their kushimono (skewered meat) and their hot dogs. I really enjoyed their "yakisoba dog", a hot dog with Japanese stir fried noodles. The yakisoba was authentic and the Limousin hotdog was exceptional. Our server, Tim, also has a memory of a well-seasoned stray cat and memorized our long order and was flawless in his delivery.
(4)Jonathan T.
Great ramen is incredibly difficult to find in the Twin Cities. So when I discovered Kyatchi on Yelp and saw that they served it, I immediately wrote, "Eat at Kyatchi, ASAP" on my to-do list. The very next day, I visited during lunch with my girlfriend. This charming izakaya has a beautiful wooden floor, vibrant drooping tapestries, unique hanging lights above the bar, lots of light, and a huge mural that combines both iconic Japanese art with, uh... baseball? (Super cool, though!) Major props to the person that designed this place! For appetizers, my boo and I shared the agedashi dofu and avocado and egg hotdog with Japanese potato salad. We each had a bowl of the ramen. -Agedashi Dofu (cubes of deep fried tofu in dashi broth with shiitake): When I delicately plucked my first piece with chopsticks, the fried batter came off of the tofu. (Hmm, kind of a turn off.) Regarding the taste, I thought the dish could have used a bit more flavor. Some salt would've done the trick. (2/5) -Avocado & Egg Hot Dog (like the name says and with Japanese mayo): For nine dollars, I really hoped this dish would be totally awesome. While I loved the unique flavor and texture from the hotdog and the tasty goodness from the avocado and egg (it seems like these two ingredients always make dishes taste better), overall, each bite was on the dry side. If there was Japanese mayo, I didn't really taste it. There was just something missing to make it absolutely delectable. So close! The potato salad was yummy, and I thought it went well with the hotdog. This is perhaps my favorite part of the meal. (3.5/5) -Ramen (chicken broth with pork, egg, green onion and bamboo shoots): Great pork belly, nicely done poached egg, yummy bamboo, and decent noodles. Regarding the broth, hmm, I'm not sure if this is a shoyu, but if it is, then I think it lacked some soy sauce flavor. (3/5) -Service: Our server was really nice and informative, but the food came out a bit slow for only having four total customers in the restaurant. (4/5) Overall, this newcomer (I think it just opened four weeks ago) has some really great things going on for it. I think with some tweaks in the food, it can be an attractive place to eat and drink. I'll be back in the future to gobble up some sushi and down some beers. Best of luck, Kyatchi!
(3)Johanna V.
When my budget allows, I can easily wolf down absurd amounts of sushi. I have wowed many a date this way. My love of Japanese cuisine has sophisticated over time from ordering plain crab stick rolls to longing for the minimalist flavors of miso soup. I love places that have a variety of options that let me experiment with Japanese flavors in ways I haven't before. The boo and I were trying to decide between Tanpopo and Midori's Floating World Cafe when Kyatchi popped up on Yelp. I am so glad we found this place. I really like the atmosphere. The vibe is modern and clean (they have the cutest little baby potted plants on the tables!). Our server seemed a bit overwhelmed with the Friday night crowd but he was friendly. Their menu is diverse and I was happy to see numerous options outside of the usual sushi a la carte and teriyaki entrees that grace generic menus. The food was light with raw flavors in a manner that embodies what I feel to be a more traditional version of Japanese. We ordered a pork belly skewer, ramen, and veggie tempura. The skewer was perfectly cooked and seasoned well. My veggie tempura was airy and crispy. The sauce was mellow in nature with a lovely brothy feel. The boo's ramen must have been pretty good because he devoured it. I tried a sip of the broth and it was simplistic with a savory chicken flavor. We will definitely have to hit up Kyatchi again.
(4)Jen K.
A good friend of mine who grew up in Tokyo, lives around the corner and knows the staff brought me here. Her taste is generally impeccable and this was no exception. Yes, it's a litttttttttttle pricey but suck it up, this is what's going down in MN right now-- we're actually getting a new class of restaurant in that's a little more upscale than the casuals we've been accustomed to (but still not aspiring to be totally top tier) to match our newfound status of destination city. I personally am excited about this trend and feel that there's a niche to be filled. My friend knows the staff and is on first name terms with them so that always changes the experience for the better, but everything WAS perfect in terms of service. Friendly, attentive enough to be around when needed but not hovering, etc. In fact, the service was totally first class while being down to earth. That makes such a huge difference. The food was really memorable! I arrived having eaten a late lunch and not being that hungry but I ended up ordering several dishes anyway just because it was such an experience. I had the scallop yuzu, one of the daily specials and some of my friend's oshizushi. She said that Kyatchi is the only place she know of in MSP that does oshizushi. I concur and it's actually pretty rare to see that option even in NYC. She says it's pretty common in Japan if you look for it. It's really an experience! And well worth the trip just to try that. Although I didn't sample any, one of our party had a hot dog and loved it. I do kinda love that option-- the slight absurdity of having a hot dog at a sushi place appeals to me, but again this is pretty common in Japan apparently.
(5)Morris D.
The food here was barely decent. Although everything is fresh and the sushi is pretty good but small and boring. It was over priced and the entrees were a la carte. I ordered a squid and it was extremely salty. It didn't even come with any sides. The table water they served smells like fish as my girlfriend and I eat, my nephews food has not even come out yet. So now that I'm done eating I have time to write this review. For a place that doesn't serve sides with their entree they sure as hell serve you small proportions. I don't regret coming here because it was a learning experience. I learned that apparently before going to out to eat I should ask if sides come with the entree or if I have to order them separately. 70 dollars later we are still hungry.
(2)Babs J.
Just when I thought I had my new favorite restaurant picked out, along comes Kyatchi. We came for the sushi but were surprised and delighted by the hot dog. Our server was attentive, informative, and offered great suggestions. Honestly, the food was so good I asked for the menu halfway through our meal so I could order more. The happy hour pork slider became my finishing plate and did not disappoint. Oh, did I tell you they adhere to sustainable fishing standards? Even better. This place rocks.
(5)Zarina M.
Wonderful little restaurant with 10-12 tables. Very inventive menu, especially the hot dogs. I tried the one with the noodles in it and it was fire! Sushi presentation is different from the normal sushi places around town and I like that. Plus, the interior wall art makes for a beautiful background while dining. Our server was attentive and highly suggestive while not coming around too often. I'd definitely come again but Id have to say that their regular menu is way better than their happy hour menu.
(4)Susannah H.
Tasty? Sustainable? BASEBALL? Awesome. The negihama maki (yellowtail with scallons) and the ume shiso maki (pickled plum with shiso leaf) were absolute perfection - the rice was beautifully cooked and lovely soft; the amount of "filling" was perfect (i.e. not all rice and no inners). I definitely want to go back and try more and eat all of the sustainable sushis. Tontoro (pork belly) and the gyuhire (beef tenderloin) grilled skewers lightly seasoned with sea salt were incredibly flavorful and beautifully cooked. Highly recommend. The fried foods were ok. The agedashi tofu could have had a bit more grated daikon in the broth and the tofu could have been a little bit crispier, but overall it was pretty good....definitely was not "gelatinous" in the center or however the person from CityPages referred to it. We also ordered the fried mushroom special = a little greasy, but had great flavor and a wonderful hearty mushroom texture. Also loved the seasoning "salt" it was served with. WINNERS: tara shiro miso yaki (Alaskan cod with white miso) and the scallop yuzu kosho (scallops with yuzu peel, sea salt, chili) were freaking amazing. AMAZING. The cod was delicate and full of flavor without being excessive (yay white miso); the scallops...I love scallops, especially raw...fresh, *zesty*, wonderful. While I'm not the biggest Hanshin Tigers fan (yay Chunichi Dragons!!), I loved the decor - not cheesy or excessive, a nice open, comfortable and inviting space. Sitting at the bar and chatting with the owner/getting her insight on dishes was really great too. Will I be back? Absolutely!
(4)Linden Z.
Great vibe at this place - good for a date or good for a family dinner. We had the ramen which was good though could use a little more kick and flavor, but the noodles were excellent. The sushi melted like butter in your mouth and was on point. We liked the agé dashi tofu was good but again could have used more broth. Overall, phenomenal service - friendly and attentive without being annoying.
(4)Greg H.
A little sushi nook that knows what they're doing. The pieces we had in the Chirashi bowl were so fresh I thought they might come to life! There were other marvels in there that are best discovered by the reader. Good tap selection and a decent happy hour. Great service. I'll be highly likely to check it out again, though it's off the beaten path for me.
(5)Johnny P.
First and foremost I was greeted immediately as I entered the door. I was pleasantly surprised how nice the women who greeted me was. Secondly the wait staff was very informative not only about the menu but, about the sustainability of food. The environment was quaint and very welcoming. The food!!!! The food was outstanding!!! I was here in a first date and my lovely date was very satisfied with both the food and the service. What a great place for a first date! What a great place to eat period. I will recommend this to everyone. Had the scallops and both special menu items. Can't wait to get back. Loved the baseball theme and uniqueness of the hotdogs! Great concept!!!!
(5)Dason K.
1) order omakase, let them decided for you, be amaze what you may able to try 2) contact the restaurant directly, online message are go though marketing agent, it may not able to get to the right person or even get to the restaurant 3) be brave and be amaze 4) be talkative you will learn a lot of sustainable seafood 5) if order tasting, ensure you ask for you want to do tasting (1 piece) not order (2 piece), you will able to sabe some money and taste more that way
(3)Leigh L.
This place was amazing! Friendly and welcoming. Laid back. I've never experienced mouth watering sushi AND gourmet hot dogs, all freshly made and absolutely delicious. A must try!
(4)Leslie S.
Although Kyatchi has an excellent write up, I felt it was just so so. The Gyu Tataki was smooth with just a bit too much Ponzu. The sashimi combo was fresh but small pieces. The chicken wings were too salty and greasy. Bottom line-there are better sushi restaurants in the city.
(2)Courtney S.
Fantastic food! We live just down the street and went twice the week we found it! Owner was super nice and was there both nights helping, great service.
(5)holly v.
This place is amazing! The food was incredible, the staff was attentive and friendly, and I love all of the traditional decor mixed with baseball memorabilia. As a vegan, I was skeptical that there would be much to eat, but I was absolutely proven wrong! Lots of the menu can be altered, and our server went above and beyond helping us through the ordering process. I don't know what the deal is with all of these people giving mediocre reviews to their agedashi tofu, because it was absolutely the best tofu I've ever had! Also, they are super sustainable, which makes their prices totally worth it. Can't wait to go back!
(5)Ashley O.
Amazing Ramen, unique hot dogs, rolls are sustainable & authentic, and the baseball theme = home run! This Chicagoan will be back every time she's in the Twin Cities. Bravo!
(5)Madeline R.
This is the best sushi I've had in Minneapolis. It's fresh tasting and has amazing flavor combos. This is high quality sushi (I'm from LA so I think I have a good sense). HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
(5)Jim K.
Best seafood in a 2000 mile radius. Shut up and come. I'm here at 6pm, every Sunday. So amazing. That is all.
(5)Michele V.
If you are looking for sushi, this is the place. This was my third visit. I am impressed with the friendly and knowledgeable staff, the service, freshness and quality of the food. They have a welcoming atmosphere. The patio is open. I have had many of their dishes and ALL have been wonderful! I will be going back.
(5)Seth L.
Really interesting to see a hotdog on a Japanese restaurant's menu. It was delightful. I had some of the pork belly skewers to start out. They didn't get too greasy but we're cooked to perfection. The hotdog with noodles kept true to both the American roots while tastefully adding a Japanese twist. Very good.
(4)Chris L.
First visit review. Came in with high expectations. Service was a-ok. Good selection of craft beer and wine. Our party of 3 liked the hamachi sushi special the best. Much of the rest was simply passable -- best of the rest may have been the squid and the beef tenderloin skewer. The chicken meatball entree was akin to, but a step below, the yum-yum bowl at WSK. The curry dog just didn't do it for us -- skin too tough and not enough curry flavor in the cabbage. The japanese pickles were quite odd in our book -- lightly marinated raw vegetables would be a better descriptor. All in all we were hoping for better. But not a disaster and it merits a second look. Sadly, the only remaining dessert was a sorbet. We did get right in a 7pm on a Friday -- you can't beat that.
(3)Heather L.
I really, really wanted to like this place. I like the concept, and I am a huge fan of the sustainable practices. But it was just a little disappointing (and expensive). Sushi was good - fresh and good size pieces. The chicken ramen was ok, but it didn't seem hot enough. We also had a few of the chicken skewers which were pretty good. The beef tataki was also good (and very expensive). But the biggest disappointment was the onigiri... I was so excited because I've had onigiri in Japan and was hoping this would measure up, but it didn't even come close. Overall the food was OK. I guess I had higher expectations from hearing the press about it.
(3)Takashi S.
actually I wanted to give 3.5 while I liked the place and I will come back. Foods were good, very good. Authentic (for me, Japanese) except ramen was instant noodle (I am pretty sure). grilled fish, soup, sushi and lots of izakaya items. Liked the decoration of the restaurant also. I can tell the owner loves baseball. Nice simple design. I went in 7:30, busy time. So I guess the service would be better next time (the server didn't bring napkin, chopstick, soy sauce etc till I asked). Not so important when food is good... but just a note. I guess prices are very reasonable. 3 of us became more than full and $60. Quantity and quality (again except ramen I love). well, I will go back and taste more for sure.
(4)Lana J.
Went for happy hour and selection is sparse also my tuna tatami was grey and smelled fishy. manager, waiter? Challenges me and argued that it's suppose to be that way. Also, place needs shades or curtains to block out bus stop. Won't frequent this place. Also nothing spicy, bummer...
(2)Kelly S.
friendly neighborhood place with great music and even better food! unique fresh citrus'y fish that will leave you wanting so much more! get the pressed sushi Suzuki or salmon with roe and roasted shishitos. we will be back & if it's consistently delicious & if the happy hour measures up I'll up my review to the full five stars!!!
(4)Jen N.
Best Pork Ramen yet! I have recently been on a ramen kick and wowza! I'm usually in need of sriracha to give my soup a boost but not necessary here. I appreciate the good service and attention we recieved on a very busy holiday night. The owner was polite and thoughtful, saw to it that we were satisfied. ( I think it was the owner!) We will be back!! Yum!
(5)Jessica B.
We resisted trying Kyatchi for quite a while, loyal to another sushi spot in town. Thank goodness we came to our senses and realized we can have multiple restaurant-loves! The onigiri (rice balls) make us feel nurtured and comforted, and we've been eating several a week, quite happily. They are filled with either salmon, bonito flakes and soy, or pickled plum (my favorite, tickling my tastebuds with the blend of flavors), and although one teen wishes there was more filling, the audible "mmmms" tell the full story. The skewers we've tried were all delicious, especially the succulent pork belly and the steak with sea salt, and every piece of sashimi we've ordered has been fresh and delicious and impeccably cut. Another standout is the sake oshizushi, which is a gorgeous presentation of pressed salmon, lemon, rice, and tobiko that is well-balanced and fresh and delightful! We've dined in and taken out and had nothing but wonderful service each time. Seems some of the earlier reviews might've been before they worked out the kinks, because I've seen nothing lacking in service or food. The best part? Their focus on sustainability! I'd rather fast than eat factory-farmed meat, but no fasting is required here, and each bite of fish may be taken with gratitude, reverence, and free of guilt. Thank you, Kyatchi, for this gift to us. You satisfy our family of foodies, and you honor our planet with your awareness and dedication to respecting and preserving the inhabitants. And you feed us such deliciousness, we moan in thankfulness and smile contentedly.
(5)Timothy F.
Kyatchi definitely has some amazing food, but it also has some work to do in the area of service. The various rolls and sashimi were delicious, and there is great variety throughout the menu. The inclusion of hot dogs on the menu is fun and the House Dog was delicious, as long as it was hot. Once the hot dog started to cool it lost much of its flavor and juiciness. The real drawback during my experience was service. The restaurant filled pretty quickly and there were only two servers to take care of the entire restaurant and patio area. After sitting at our table for over five minutes, our server asked us if we knew what we wanted to order, while failing to notice that we hadn't even been given menus. Food delivery was very slow and it was nearly impossible to get our server's attention. The worst part was when we asked to have our ramen packed up for us to take home since we hadn't eaten very much of it. The server took our bowl and dumped it; she only returned to our table with our bill. Dirty tables were never cleared even after customers were gone, even with people standing in the doorway. At one point a chef came out with a bus-tub, cleared one 2-top, and then returned to the kitchen. Given the delicious food, the terrible service was a real black eye on the experience. Kyatchi has some real potential and I will definitely give it another chance. Hopefully service will improve as time goes on.
(3)Chris R.
Come for the sushi. Stay for the hot dogs. I normally don't write reviews but this is the best hot dog I have ever had. The sushi was very good as well.
(5)Ronnie G.
Meh. I really really wanted to like Kyatchi. And that's not because the owner said baby G. was the cutest baby she saw today. Walked in on a Sunday afternoon. It was empty, which is okay, it's a new place. The area seems up and coming, cool that it's trying to be part of an evolving neighborhood. I dug the decor. Not stuffy, a little hipster, bright and open. Menu was pretty interesting. Looked fresh, nicely designed. Food was actually reasonably priced. However, what came out was slightly different than expected. Best example was the sake oshizushi. Salmon, fish eggs, slice of lemon. Cool. Unfortunately, when it came out, the ratio of rice to salmon was way off. It was a thin slice of salmon and then topped with a lemon slice. For $15. Is it that the owner thinks people will trade quality for the fact the food is sustainable? That won't fly. It could work if it was in a better location but people won't come out just the food is sourced well. Good luck to Kyatchi, I do hope they figure out the right balance.
(3)Kee S.
This is a great place to eat some sushi or try something a little more fusion. The dogs are great and the staff is friendly and helpful. Prices are decent and they focus on sustainable fish and local meat products. Don't miss out on this place. Kyatchi, roughly translated, means catch. The decor is playful with the word. Decorated with Japanese baseball jerseys and Japanese art of different fish. It's a fun, relaxed atmosphere.
(5)D B.
Food was not good on our visit. We left hungry and unsatisfied and finished our dinner at Blackbird down the street. Staff a bit disorganized, hostess bored. We prefer Obento-ya.
(2)Brea E.
First time being here and loved everything about, very reasonable price...coming back here
(5)Ian W.
Though I have been a faithful sushi goer at another establishment I decided to get out and try something new. Kyatchi was a great place, great ambience, perfect for a winter night. They have great nigiri, and my wife thought it as the best nigiri she has had in MPLS. The tap beers were great, good selection, some different selections from the usual as well. We also had some miso soup which was good, kind of like my own better but the sushi roll we had was great. It was the special and had a unique and great flavor, we loved it! I will definitely be back to try our the hot dogs and their entrees!
(4)Azlan M.
Love their ramen and agedashi tofu. Sushi rolls are really good too. Really cheap happy hour and our kids all like it too. Friendly staff and good sake.
(5)Mallory K.
I absolutely love this place, it is a total hidden gem! The sake oshizushi is hands-down the best sushi I've had since I lived in Tokyo, and the lemon garnish is really refreshing. I'm also a big fan of the hotdogs. On top of that, the owner Kim is super attentive and really friendly, and you can tell she cares about giving her patrons a good experience. In short, great, authentic food, and amazing service. A must!
(5)Sunny R.
SO SO SO good. Went last night and was amazed by the quality of the fish and the hot glory of their ramen. Everyone around our table had a lot to say about their meals, it came out mostly in 'ooohs' and 'ahhhhs' - that good.
(5)Lauren P.
If you want great, authentic Japanese food, here is your spot. This place is not just like every other sushi bar in the city, it is so much better. Their sushi dinner and Japanese hot dogs are to die for. The chef is amazing, and the friendly owner checked in on our table after every course to make sure we enjoyed our meal. The sushi dinners are an amazing deal for sustainable ingredients and the freshest fish you'll find in the city. We will continue to return again and again.
(5)Karen S.
A group of 5 of us went here for lunch. Good points: great decor and good server. The chicken meatballs which come on skewers and as part of a donburi bowl are great. The Tsukune Donburi bowl with the chicken meatballs and poached egg is delicious and a good size. rice is good. However only 1 of us got that bowl and the rest of the food was unimpressive. As mentioned by another reviewer, the " small " plates are actually micro plates. The sushi choices are limited and costly for portion size ( e.g. compared to Sakana). The soups were not as tasty as those in many Japanese places. Prices were very high, $125 for 5 of us for lunch and no one had alcohol. We prefer the food at obento ya.
(2)Alexandra B.
I'm an adventurous person, so I was willing to try anything. But the menu descriptions left me in the dark which was frustrating. Kyatchi makes a claim to authenticity, so the hot dog menu had me scratching my head - even if it's good, it's not what I came for! That being said, the Sake Oshizushi was delicious, as was the Kanpyo. The Tamago was interesting and I enjoyed it, but it was not something I'm accustomed to. Warn people about the Ume Shiso because it's hit or miss (I liked it). The sorbet, cantaloupe lime, was the highlight of the evening. I miss the black sesame pudding! Kyatchi has the potential to beat out the sushi restaurant competition by being less commercial and more relaxed, with an almost café-feel. I appreciate the authenticity but it's not consistent throughout the menu and I wasn't always sure what I was getting.
(4)Shelly E.
Great melt-in-your-mouth multi-flavor-layered food (ãŠã„ã—ã„!), the best service (Tim was very attentive, helpful and thorough) lovely atmosphere (and music!) ... There are many more things I want to try - I'll definitely be back ^^
(5)Jisoo K.
I saw great reviews about this restaurant so I tried today. Service was pretty good. I was not happy with the food at all. I thought it was authentic japanese restaurant but serving hotdog with cold buns & all the kitchen food was under cooked or over cooked. Oshibori was cold but server gave it to us & acting like its a hot towel. Lol. Fishes in the sushi case were not fresh. Over all I can give this restaurant only 2 stars. We went to different restaurant for dinner after spend $70 for some apps & couple small dishes.
(2)Kimi H.
Kyatchi is not your average Japanese/sushi place, and I mean that in the best possible way. Husband and I just came back from eating here, and it was so good I was compelled to immediately gush about it in on Yelp. When I say it's not your average sushi place, I mean don't expect to find a menu full of specialty rolls and overpriced cocktails. In fact, the sushi roll portion of the menu is small - maybe eight items. And not a spicy tuna roll in sight (which was a bummer at first because I love me some spicy tuna rolls). Because of this I'll admit we were a bit taken aback when we first sat down with the menu. While there was no gyoza or wasabi shumai, there were...hot dogs? And something called 'pressed' sushi? What the heck? Unfortunately they were out of hot dogs, but that's okay because everything else we had was, for the most part, FANTASTIC. I'll start with the least impressive: the tofu salad. Yeah, I don't know what I was expecting; it's tofu, of course it was bland and weirdly textured, like tofu always is unless it is deep-fried into deliciousness, but the creamy sesame dressing was great and made it taste better/have any taste at all. The avocado rolls were AMAZING. I know you're thinking, "Avocado rolls? Big deal." Well, I'm telling you they are a big deal. A delectable blend of the best sushi rice I've ever eaten, combined with a generous portion of perfectly ripe, perfectly creamy avocado. Lightly dipped in the (also fantastic) soy sauce, it is the best avocado roll you will ever have. EVER. (About the rice: it is phenomenal. SO many sushi places have such mediocre rice. Not Kyatchi. I have never tasted sushi rice this good. Each grain is plump and squishy, yet still textured enough to provide the perfect base.) In short: at $4 an order I can safely announce Kyatchi has the best, most valuable avocado roll in Mpls, if not in all of the land, and I plan on ordering it often. Pressed sushi with lemon and fish egg: DROOL. The salmon was SO fresh. The rice (as previously mentioned), SO good, and then it was topped off with a thin slice of lemon and a smattering of roe. Simple, but oh-so-tasty. I would warn that you should probably really like lemon if you want to order this dish, as it is very lemony, but I am obsessed with lemon so it was all good. Also, it is different than any sushi I've ever had in that it is sort of like nigiri, but pressed into a square, and in the menu it's lumped in with the rolls and not the nigiri/sashimi. Husband loved all his food, but he especially loved the chicken meatball skewer. We've already made plans to go back so he can try the chicken meatball entrée. I, for one, can't wait to try everything on the menu! The service was fantastic, and everyone was so nice. All the staff and servers seem super pumped about being open, and you can tell they really feel passionate about the food and location. Twice we were asked if we lived in Kingfield, so it's clear they're invested in the idea of being a neighborhood place. Tl;dr: Kyatchi is fantastic; the food is phenomenal, the service is great, and the prices are reasonable. I look forward to making it one of our neighborhood go-to spots for food and drinks!
(5)Nicole H.
I have gone to Kyatchi multiple times, and I have never been disappointed. Its one of my favorite sushi places in the twin cities. The service has always been very prompt and nice. The sushi rolls are reasonably priced and really good. Great beer list as well. I would recommend Kyatchi.
(5)Ben C.
Been meaning to try this place for a while now and boy was it worth the wait. We went for happy hour and I can't wait to go back and try more of the sushi and other menu items ( I'm looking at you, ramen). The sushi is the standout item for sure. I am always super skeptical of sushi in the twin cities. Most of it seems to be those ridiculous dragon rolls covered with a million sauces and gigantic slices of avacado - GROSS. Thankfully that is not the case here. These minimalist flavor bombs have to be some of the best in the Cities, which probably has to do with the fact that kyatchi sources their ingredients from local fish farms and what not. You can read about it on their site and they also tell you when you order. All I know is that the fish had great texture and flavor. We had salmon, iwana(sp?) and mackerel nigiri and all three melted on our tongues each with their own unique flavor. Honestly, at times i actually wondered whether or not I truly enjoyed sushi because of instances around these parts where even salmon nigiri produced an urge to wretch. Case closed. I LOVE nigiri. Fack. So effing good. Apparently it's just been that long since I had quality stuff. Man, they were yummy. As for the other menu items, they were also tasty. The tomato skewers really stood out and so did the hitachino beer. Yum. The curry dog was ok. It's topped with a kraut that's flavored like Japanese curry. I was impressed that it tastes just like the curry Japanese and Koreans put on rice and fried pork cutlets, but it just wasn't all that great on a hotdog. Thats not to say it wasn't bad though, just not my fave. I still snarfed it :-) Overall, kyatchi was great. Tim, our server, was really attentive and nice as well. Place was a little cold this time of year but meh. Just warm up with some hot sake. Can't wait to try the other seafood items and gorge on the sushi now that I know it's awesome.
(4)javad k.
Great atmosphere and fresh sushi!
(4)Tony K.
First time here and loved it! Yakisoba hotdog? Heck yeah, it was delicious! Ramen? It was terrific and is better than most in town (best broth around!). We will definitely be back again real soon.
(5)Alice W.
Food was pretty good but portion was really tiny for the price. We waited 25 min for our food and so the wait built up a lot excitement and anticipation for the food. I guess the first bite didn't blow us away as expected. We ordered the square sushi roll with sake and lemon slices, but the lemon was a bit overpowering. We also had the sake and hamachi sashimi which tasted fresh. The avocado and egg hot dog was ok but maybe was missing a sweeter ingredient to pull it together. The momo and beef skewers with yakitori sauce were a bit bland actually. The owner and waiters were really nice though.
(3)David S.
We went on a Friday night. The place has a nice theme, Baseball and Sushi! It was the 1st time for my wife and I, we've drive by it number of times but finally stop in. The staff was super friendly and new their stuff!! The Miso soup was good. The Sushi was spot on. It nice to get good sushi and not have to drive downtown for you. They have a hotdog that my wife had and it was better then the ballpark!! Well worth a try! I will be coming back here!
(4)Bridget L.
I have been eagerly waiting Kyatchi's opening as I walked by and saw their "sustainable sushi coming soon" sign. To explain my excitement, I love me some sushi but I've watched enough nature films and documentaries to make me stay away or feel horribly guilty for eating sushi. We went in on their opening night, by accident mind you, and were greeted right away by the owner who was extremely friendly and such a gracious host. It has a great local, community feel to the restaurant. There were three of us total and we wanted to try as much as we could from the menu and I can honestly report that it was all amazing! Our server was very helpful and answered all our oddball questions. My absolute favorite was the sake (salmon) sashimi with the hotate (scallops) sashimi following as a close second. We tried a few different rolls which were also all delicious. Another member inch my party favored the Big Roll above all else. The shiitake mushroom and the pork belly skewers were melt in your mouth goodness. We also had the house hot sake which was a nice addition to the meal. We ended it with the black sesame butterscotch dessert and while I don't like butterscotch, I love blacks sesame and that dessert did not disappoint. It inspired me to try to find some black sesame dessert recipes to try on my own. The price is a little higher but not by much and as cheap as I am, which is pretty cheap, I'm willing to pay it to feel good that I'm not completely destroying vast amounts of ocean creatures just so I can have sushi. I'd also like to note that unlike some sustainable restaurants that raise the prices of everything on the menu, Kyatchi's menu was very reasonably priced in areas where the sustainability factor didn't come into play (i.e. drinks, desserts, soups, etc.) I had waited so long for them to open and even with such high expectations, I was still blown away by the quality of food and the friendly feel of the place. I will definitely be back!
(5)John W.
Quiet on an early Sunday evening. Daily happy hour from 4-6 includes $2 off draft list, which has a lot of good local beers. Started with some gyoza, very fresh noodle and good filling, nice subtly citrusy soy dipping sauce. Mackeral with sea salt was crispy and delicious. Avacado roll and daikon rolls were nice veggie options. Other foods ordered at the table were chefs choice, which would be great for die hard sushi fans.
(4)Zorah J.
First things first this is a strictly dinner establishment, which I didn't know the first time I tried to go. I did however make a second attempt for an early dinner. The food was ok. I'm more into rolls than sashimi and nigiri so I was a bit disappointed to find out they had way more variety in the sashimi/ nigiri category. They definitely have a simple theme when it comes to their food which I liked. We tried some the guy tataki, rolls, some nigiri and I had the ramen. The tataki was good. The ramen was just ok, nothing mind blowing if I'm honest. The sushi rolls were good and the nigiri was ok, although it didn't convert me. All in all it was ok ( kind of expensive but most sushi places are) but I'm not rushing to go back.
(3)Josh R.
Great atmosphere. I read a review that said ramen was salty but our ramen was perfectly seasoned. House dog was good.
(5)Tracy J.
Like others, just meh. Not impressed. We live in Uptown and eat out A LOT. Gave it two stars only for the service and the decor which were attentive and cool. Big fat one star on the food. Tried the sashimi (which I found to be a bit overpriced even at happy hour prices) and the turkey meatball rice dish on recommendation from the server. The gf had the curry dog. Not that it was terrible, it may just be that Mpls has so many great restaurants these days that our expectations are higher. It was disappointing because I love the idea of sustainable sushi. The place has bit of a weird smell. And not in a "duh - you are in a fish joint" kinda way. Could be because we were sitting at the bar, but couldn't put our finger on it. Not much more to say other than I don't know that we would try this place again.
(2)Fitzy B.
Minneapolis is a fickle foodie town, and while people get real excited to try the next, hot, new thing, Minneapolitans are also alway looking for their neighborhood joint- a place where they can hang their hats, meet their neighbors, enjoy some fine hospitality and some good home cooking. Kingfield Neighborhood...look no further. Kyatchi has arrived. Gomae Two Ways will please everyone at your table including children, and those who are reluctant to accept Gomae on anything other than spinach. Consider raw turnips, in the height of their season, massage with salt until they are crisp and bright and seasoned with a salty sesame magic. The broccolini , it'a partner is dressed in the more traditional Gomae dressing- tangy and nutty and satisfying in an umami kind of way. The Chicken donburi is a dish I could eat everyday, for breakfast even. Tender, flavorful chicken meatballs on a bed of perfect rice ( I asked for brown and was graciously accommodated ) topped with a delicately poached egg. An impressive list of local tap beers addressed my thirst and also added to the homey feeling and I have to say it went great with the food. Next time I go back I'll try the sushi and sake, which looks amazing. So grateful for this awesome new restaurant!
(5)H L.
Tried this place last week. Very unique, unlike other sushi places I've been to. The service was outstanding, the sushi was good but the real standout were the hotdogs! Loved the dog with avocado and egg so much we ordered a second round. Tofu salad was very plain. Quality is high and you pay a premium for it.
(4)Andrew L.
Great sushi. Spears were just ok. Excellent service. Good date place or healthy dinner out with the fam.
(4)Antonio G.
Even decent sushi is hard to come by in the twin cities. Kyatchi makes better than decent sushi and are worth a visit. In fact I would say what they are doing food wise is almost excellent. I've had a few sashimi chef'd selections there... They have not changed much but overall very good.
(4)Jean T.
There is something special about the wasabi here, can't get enough!!
(5)Mary K.
Top notch Ramen and a really fun, welcoming atmosphere. Happy hour beverages and food are a great value.
(4)Jason D.
I liked Kyatchi. I just came from there having a meal with my daughter. I always pass this place so it was nice to finally try it out. The tables fill up quickly as there is only around 15, so we sat outside on their tiny patio so we wouldn't be crammed in with the other guests. The kids meals are pretty generous and not so kiddie, which is what I like. Every time I make food or order food the kid just eats what I eat. Too often kids meals consist of something fried or generally unhealthy. I tried the soba noodle entree which has a mild chicken broth and various mushrooms. This dish was very traditional, just like Nabeyaki Udon. The flavor isn't intense like ramen, but more balanced as it should be. I also ordered the Nukezuke, which Im familiar with because I prepare this item where I work as well. Its a subtle rice bran pickled vegetable meant for eating as a healthy snack. Its exactly what I thought it would be. Since I knew I would still be hungry, I ordered a Une Shiso maki roll that was full flavor. Salty, sweet, and vinegery plum. Its something I haven't seen anywhere and a very unexpected but good flavor from a simple roll. That is what I believe the aim of Kyatchi is. Simplicity and traditional in preparation. Not exactly what everyone else is doing. I can't vouch for anything else, but from what I had I would go back to to try them again soon. My only complaint would be to make the patio a little more inviting, such as some plant life or music playing.
(4)Mary E.
What a treat. In all honesty, I would have given my experience 4 1/2 stars tonight but Yelp doesn't give me that option. Given the fact the it has just open it was closer to a 5 than a four. The atmosphere is very much Eat Street. Comfortable and surprisingly quiet for a crowded small setting. The service was great while still working out a few kinks. The real reason to go is the food. A very approachable menu made everyone comfortable in our group. Loved the avocado and cucumber rolls and the salmon sushi. The entrees were fabulous and I especially loved the ramen and pork dish. The vegetable tempura was a big hit. There is a large Saki menu with a couple of unique selections our table enjoyed. The tap beer selection is large enough for anyone to find a favorite. Given that Kyatchi has just opened, I am very excited for what the future brings once the initial kinks are worked out. Kyatchi has downtown food with a distinctly neighborhood feel.
(5)Heather A.
We ordered an assortment of food. The agedashi tofu was our starter (ended up being the best thing on the table). The service was ok and the atmosphere was pleasant. Tables are very close together which makes it hard to enjoy your dinner if seated next to someone very vocal. We ordered Ramen, chicken meatball skewers, pork belly skewer and a avocado roll. The Ramen was undercooked. The noodles were not well prepared. It really left us longing for more. Masu sushi or zen box have the best ramen in town. The pork belly was thick, chewy and flavorless. We didn't even finish one skewer. The sushi roll was meh. I wouldn't return unless they completely revamped their food. Overall, we really wanted to like this place, but we left disappointed and full of regret.
(2)alex D.
When I first heard there was a sustainable sushi restaurant in Minneapolis I was very excited to check it out. I've ended up coming back to Kyatchi several times since. The food is not what the average Minnesotan sushi eater is used to. It's unique and something you're not going to find anywhere else in town. The service has been consistently great and it has a cool neighborhood restaurant feel to it. Kyatchi has good rice and uses superior quality nori (seaweed). So far I have sampled a decent amount of the menu and I can tell you the highlights include: seaweed salad with several different types of seaweed I've never seen before and the dressing is flavorful. Any of the sushi is great, I especially liked the vegetable/pickled sushi. I think the thing that I have appreciated the most about Kyatchi is realizing how good sushi can be without fish. That being said, the Chef's selection which is fish dominant has been terrific every time. One of the things I have found on the menu that I had never seen in the twin cities before was the "pressed sushi" which was delicious. I had a hard time justifying the $15 price tag for the small of amount of fish but it was something great that I have never seen in Minnesota. The most admirable thing I have noticed so far has been the fact that they don't serve tempura sushi rolls with spicy mayo, and unagi like all of the other "Americanized" sushi restaurants around town. There have been a couple of inconsistencies with the non sushi dishes including the hotdog with curried cabbage which was overcooked and dry and the cabbage was bland. On the next visit the hot dog was cooked perfectly but I was still wanting something else with it in addition to the curried cabbage. The ramen had the potential to be fantastic but I found it to be under seasoned. This all being said this is a great sushi restaurant to check out if you are looking for a healthier and different sushi option. 612food.com
(4)Caitlin T.
We had high, high hopes for this new sushi joint. We were impressed with their philosophy of simple sushi and sustainable seafood. We truly wanted to find a new place to sate our sushi and ramen cravings. However, we felt the entire menu was lacking. My husband is, admittedly, more of a sushi aficionado than me and he felt the fish portion of the sushi was smaller than the price warranted. Yes, they want to focus on the rice (that is, after all, the most important part of sushi), but it also shouldn't mean the fish portion should be small. He felt portions were much more generous and matched the asking price at other sushi joints in town. Second, my ramen left me a little sad. Ramen is usually served with a poached egg, yet mine came with half a hard boiled egg which prevented the delicious runny yolk flavor from permeating the broth. The broth also had a strange smell and was sadly under seasoned. We did happen to come in during happy hour and Kiyatchi does offer good value on those specials, so it might be better to try this place out during happy hour before dining on full price items. The service was good and the atmosphere was cool, but we're not sure those elements are enough to make us want to return.
(2)Jason T.
Very tasty food. I went with my wife, son, and another couple so we did a lot of sharing. Our host/server, Tim, was wonderful. He was happy to explain the menu in detail upon request. We started out with skewers and salads. Very small portions but extremely tasty. The beef skewer was great. The chicken meatball dish (with rice and egg) was very delicious and plenty of food. The sushi combo platter was great (some of it was chef's choice). I didn't drink, but the menu looked above average for variety.
(4)Corie B.
All is good offering sustainably fresh sushi, salads, fish & noodle entrées, grilled skewers. They can accommodate non-fish eaters & vegetarians as well. Even simple avocado rolls are fabulous! I've eaten there twice both times service & food were above satisfactory, looking forward to another visit. The house Saki is yummy too!
(4)Eric H.
Way too pricey, not overly impressive Japanese cuisine. Simply meh. I'd much rather go to ichiban or fuji ya for my Japanese fix (and save $$$$$)
(2)Carissa S.
Sorry, Kyatchi, I was really disappointed. The good = nice local beer selection, friendly service. The bad = the food. The ramen was very salty and smelled bad. The salmon pressed sushi was fine, but was about about 10% fish and 90% rice. The fried tofu turned to mush within a few moments, with the breading slipping off, mixing with the broth, and turning into a weird gel. I was really excited about this addition to the neighborhood, but the food needs a big improvement to compete with other nearby options.
(2)Anne R.
We try to check out any Japanese restaurants we can- and were excited to try Kyatchi. We called to make a reservation and were told they didn't take them- but we should have no problem getting a table. When we got there it was packed. They said it would be 30 mn for a table, and that we could have a drink at the bar while we waited. The bartender was too busy to serve us- and luckily we only waited 15-20 mn for a table. We ordered several dishes to share- Goma-ae two ways was tasty- but the sauce didn't stay on the radish like it would on spinach- so it was not as flavorful. We order the scallop app- not realizing it was raw scallop. We didn't taste any Yuzu or anything on it for that matter. The gourd sushi was OK- but we had to ask for wasabi- which was odd. The Yasai tempura donburi was disappointing. Too much rice, veggies undercooked .... The skewer of shiitake mushrooms was super tiny, dry and sad. My husband ordered a pint of cider that was completely flat and when I ordered club soda and cranberry- was told that all they had was cans of LaCroix. Didn't try dessert- as everything had been so mediocre and a bit overpriced. We prefer Midoris, Masu or Fuji Ya. We really wanted to like Kyatchi- we hope they tweak things!!
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