Mizo is just the best. It's totally a hidden jem that we've overlooked for so many sad years until a friend suggested it to us. They've got specials all throughout the week (check online for days and times) and be aware that they close for about an hour in the day (again, check for times). The vegetable and miso soups are wonderful. The mango and crouching tiger roll are awesome as well as all of their other rolls (salmon and tuna and eel, oh my!) Stuck to the sushi because it's done so well I never want to stray. Throw some sake and green tea ice cream in there and float right off to happy land. Service is always great, and I think they've got coupons online.
(5)
Drew A.
I never write reviews ever, however this was my first time going to this restaurant and I have to say not only is the service absolutely fantastic but the food is just as good and it is reasonably priced. If you like sushi or bento boxes this is the place to go!!! Don't pass this place up my friends!! Drew
(5)
Aes X.
Probably the best sushi restaurant in Cleveland! The quality of the fish and dishes is high, and the prices are low and reasonable. Plus, half-price rolls on Tuesdays and Wednesdays make it even better! The special house rolls here are better than those of higher-priced restaurants, and the staff is friendly and service quick. Definitely a place to try for both sushi lovers and novices alike. We had miso soup + salad, spicy yellowtail, tuna avocado, and Philadelphia maki rolls, and the Snow White Maki special roll.
(5)
Cara L.
All good sushi restaurants are in Parma! My first visit was fantastic and I have added it to my top sushi picks in NEO. The size of the sushi rolls for the price that Mizu charges is amazing! This is the first place I have been in a long time that I actually enjoyed eel in my sushi. One of my favorite things is that they give you a menu of sushi filled with pictures so you know exactly what the roll will look like when they set it in front of you. It's the simplest things that go a long way in my opinion! My boyfriend and I ordered the Christmas Roll, Shrimp Roll, Crazy Tuna Roll and the Rock and Roll. They were all equally delicious. I can't wait to visit again and try the Green Tea ice cream that other yelpers have posted about!
(5)
Alyssa H.
There was a Mizu where I used to live so I figured this one wouldn't be bad. The sushi (philadelphia rolls) was delicious, however the service was terrible. My online order didn't go through until 30minutes after I got there and the woman who was being hostess got very upset with me for coming and asking for an order that wasn't there. But as I sat waiting, I heard them yell my order with my name, half an hour later. Not only was I way over my lunch by the time I even got back, but they forgot chopsticks and my eel sauce. I will make the drive to the Mizu in Warren/Niles. This one was just disappointing.
(3)
Joshua H.
Must go for lunch. It was packed for lunch, and deservedly so. It was so cheap and so good. Entrees come with garden salad and miso soup. Service was awesome and very quick to refill your waters or get you more wasabi. 5 stars for great sushi and great service.
(5)
Jason H.
Good sushi! Quick and good quality. Had lunch here- got my sushi fix. Nothing fancy, but fresh and easy :) I recommend if you're in area and hungry for sushi.
(4)
Grant W.
Our seemingly endless search for amazing sushi has come to a (temporary) end at Mizu -- a wonderful little Japanese restaurant tucked away in a thoroughly unbecoming little corner of Parma. Every roll we had was top-notch, and the prices are quite fair. Our non-sushi-eating son ordered Shrimp Tempura and loved every bite. We will definitely be back. Only con: service a bit slow/inattentive at times.
(5)
Nancy K.
DELICIOUS! Easily one of the best sushi spots in Cleveland! I had the Hawaiian and Parma rolls and both were awesome
(5)
Jennifer W.
I generally try not to complain about businesses and generally try to live by the "if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing at all" rule.... But the things is, I have soooo many nice things to say about this place. It's great! But, the last couple of times have been nothing short of infuriating. After my second to last visit, I kind of said "Never Again", but went back this past Wednesday and had pretty much the SAME thing happen again... I really hope Mizu pinpoints what is causing the problems and fixes it, because it really is a great place. On my latest visit: my boyfriend and I stopped in on Wednesday (which happens to be $3 roll night). The place was pretty busy, but we were seated right away....and then waited 20 minutes for anyone to bring water or menus. We ordered our wine and sushi right away, because we didn't know when or if the waitress would ever come back if we took any more time. An hour later (literally, almost to the minute), we reached the point of that awkward "Should we pay for our drinks and just leave? Where else would we go? By the time we drive somewhere else, the food here would be ready probably" debate. But...we flagged down our waitress to see how much longer it would take. She picked "5 minutes" as her arbitrary answer, and we decided to wait it out. Fifteen to 20 minutes later, she came back and said they were working on our order then. So... About 10 minutes after that, we got our order. It was, as always, crazy delicious and perfect - and of course the $3 deal is amazing. BUT - I was very disappointed overall with the way the staff dealt with the long wait times. There was a lot of unhappy murmuring: Every other table was getting as confused and grumpy as we were, and no one got any kind of apology or explanation or acknowledgement or ANYTHING. Just a long, inexplicable wait time. Surprisingly, only one table actually spoke up about the ridiculous long wait and lack of service, to which the manager loudly announced: "Sorry, we have a lot of carry-out orders!" That's totally understandable, but... I've gotta think that the restaurant would want to prioritize the customers who are physically in the restaurant, especially when the wait time ends up being, from beginning to end, nearly two hours. I won't say "Never Again", because the sushi really is delicious, but... I'm thinking carryout is probably the way to go from now on.
(4)
Susan K.
OK, they have great food, but the service is seriously awful. They are nice enough, but it's like they have NO idea how to split up sections. It seems like whoever is standing around will take the order...or not, depending on of one's of the sushi chef's (not sure that's the correct term) screams at them to wait on you. This is the 3rd time that's happened. I almost want to grab the manager and tell him how to seat and wait on tables. I feel bad because I love the food. For instance, I went last weekend and almost left because I couldn't get a drink, yet the server was constantly piling on food at the table right next to me, all while pretending that I wasn't there. There were a total of 4 tables, including lonely ol' me, sitting alone (natch). I really hope they get it together. I tipped the server because I'm not a dick, but I certainly didn't do more than 10%. I really just wanted to not eat at home alone. I didn't want entertainment, but I DID want to eat. Anyway, I'd give the food 4 stars, but with the service....nope.
(3)
Bill M.
Hands down BEST SUSHI IN CLEVELAND! 寿å¸ã¯ãŠã„ã—ã„ã§ã™ I signed up for Yelp just so I could leave this review! I have been eating at Mizu for about 2 years now and have passed the word to many friends. This place is a diamond in the rough. I only found it because I was in the area and Siri pointed them out. Not fancy. Not always fast. But if you want GREAT sushi, this is the place to go. I have had sushi all over the place (west side, downtown, east side, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Tokyo, Yokohama, Kobe and Kyoto) and Mizu equals or surpasses the best of them. While their standard Maki rolls, Sushi and Sashimi are great, make sure you try some of their special rolls. The Tiger Shogun Roll (Tempura Lobster) is to die for! The Butterfly Roll (Tempura Shrimp, Eel, with Mango wrap) is just incredible. And for fellow Salmon lovers, try the Yellow Stone Roll (Spicy Salmon, Salmon and Mango). If you think Mango sounds weird for sushi (as I once did), you have got to trust me and give it a try. Incredible! The special rolls have sauces on them so you don't typically dip them in soy sauce like a regular roll. And, in case you have never had Tonkatsu (deep fried pork cutlet with a Katsu dipping sauce), you have got to try it! My Japanese friends made if for us 20 some years ago and it is fantastic. The appetizer is only like $5 or so. Yum!!! Ok, that's it, I am going tonight! The staff is also great, by the way. Sushi Chef Peter and his apprentice usually present the regulars with a surprise appetizer -- different each time -- great every time. Lili, the owner, comes by to chat and makes sure all is well. Leah and the two or three other servers are always super friendly. They have my hot saki ready for me before I even ask. Don't tell too many people about this place. We should keep it our little secret!
(5)
Kristen W.
I didn't expect much from this strip mall sushi joint, but groupon in hand, I was ready for my sushi fix. The dining room was extremely small and crowded but not to the point where it was a turn off. We went with the crazy no 1 roll and another specialty roll with spicy tuna and crab, along with Philly roll, sweet potato roll, and spicy shrimp roll. All of them were good with the two specialty rolls being the stand outs. It was enough for two of us and the sushi was all good! Although, with all of the other sushi joints around I probably wouldn't come back here without a coupon or something. Or maybe for the $3 regular rolls all day Tuesday and Wednesday!
(4)
Mo A.
Sushi was very good here! We had the spicy tuna, spicy salmon, Ohio role and the rainbow roll. They followed my cardinal rule of not layering my sushi with sauce or other crap... For me this really allows for the flavor of the fish to come out and it shows that they aren't trying to hide any poor quality fish. My only wish is that took American Express.
(4)
Mark L.
Decided to give this place another chance after giving it a pretty harsh review a few years ago. By the way, ever look at your old reviews and think, "Wow, I sound like such a prick"? No? Just me? Anyway... Came here for sushi happy hour. Their HH menu is kinda small, with rolls that didn't really appeal to me, so I ended up supplementing my original order with some regular menu items. HH rolls I tried were shrimp tempura, futomaki, and spicy tuna. The shrimp tempura roll was good. The futo was OK. The spicy tuna was not so much. All three rolls were much smaller than what you can get at other places. The futo in particular actually looked like a half roll. The regular menu items were the Winter Roll, a specialty roll which was pretty good despite how bland it looked, and a chirashi entree, which I usually get to test how good a sushi restaurant's raw fish offerings are. It wasn't very good here. The fish was uncomfortably warm and tasteless. I left with a better impression than the last time, but still think this place is just OK. Still better options out there. Oh and I just remembered that our waittress called the chirashi "sarachi", which I've heard people use to mispronounce "sriracha", and the futomaki "photo-maki". Lol? You're a waitress and you can't pronounce the menu items? C'mon Man!
(3)
Charity H.
Don't discount Mizu based on its shady strip mall location. This is my go-to place for inexpensive, fresh, tasty sushi! Highlights - Lunch specials at great prices, daily happy hour from 4:30 - 6 p.m. and ALL DAY Happy hour on Tuesday and Wednesday - all regular rolls are $3/each. The restaurant is small and always packed for happy hour, especially on Tues./Wed. (I stick to carry-out on those days) Lunchtime attracts a decent crowd, but I've never had a wait. The staff is friendly, and they provide a photo look book of their specialty rolls. I appreciate that they don't over stuff their rolls with rice to compensate for low prices. You get the same rolls during regular hours as you do during happy hours. If going for lunch on a happy hour day, I recommend you stick to the 2 or 3 roll lunch special as you pay the same price per roll, but get soup and a salad as well. Salad is typical iceberg lettuce with some shredded carrts and possibly some purple cabbage, or a stray cucumber, topped with a homemade paste-like sweet and tangy carrot/ginger dressing. Soup is a nice cloudy miso broth with chucks of earthy seaweed and bits of tofu. It gets 4 stars as it's a solid performing good place to grab no-frills sushi.
(4)
Julie M.
The best sushi restaurant I have ever been to. They have a wide variety of rolls that go beyond the basic California roll. My personal favorite is the pink lady. The sauce served with it is so delicious you will be scraping the plate. This place is great to take new sushi eaters as their menu come with a picture book. It's much easier to order based on the picture book then the menu. Thus is an absolute must sushi place for all clevelanders.
(5)
Lisha N.
I went at 2:20pm on a Wednesday to celebrate by taking out my partner to a birthday lunch on me. We were the only ones in there our entire lunch, which was fine with me but for some reason the whole time, it felt as if we were being rushed. We had till 3 to order maki rolls at the $3 price, the waitress just had to comment and say no need to rush but u need to order because the sushi bar is closing. Turned me off a little bit, She stood there impatiencently. I moved on and ordered and the food came about 10-15 minutes later.. edamame, then the spring rolls finally the sushi. Everything was great, fresh and tasted on point with what i expected. But the waitress again was kinda like rude with her comments, like she just had to say " well just hand it to me, cause she decided not to turn around" .. because i didnt realize she was standing behind me waiting for me to hand her my plate!! So michelle grabbed it and handed it to her realizing thats what she was waiting for. Its like well, did u have to say that.. and why are u waiting for me to hand u my plate??... just very impatient, rushed.. a little irritating. BUT the food was great and i would eat there again. Part 2 coming soon lol.
(4)
Vi W.
Very solid sushi! I had the lunch sashimi and sushi combo for a very reasonable price and a generous amount of fish. The salmon sashimi was as good as I could hope for, and the other fish were pretty fresh. The only thing I could hope for improvement on was the tuna.. I'm not a huge fan of tuna, so even if it's a little subpar it stands out to me a lot. Overall a great lunch option for good quality sushi in Cleveland!
(4)
Mindy N.
It takes forever for the food to come out and the quality isn't that great. Not worth the price and waiting time. Will not return.
(2)
Lissie L.
Let me just say, the sushi is delicious. The food was not the issue. Came here on Wednesday night around 5:30 and waited an hour for our food. Our appetizer was also forgotten about, but they did bring us a one eventually. The waiter was very apologetic about the appetizer and the wait. They seemed understaffed and very crowded. They do pick up, though! Probably going to go that route next time.
(3)
Amanda M.
Hands down the best sushi in the Brooklyn area. Don't judge it by the fact that it is across from Walmart and next to a sketchy mini-Mart. This place has outstanding sushi and you won't be disappointed. The sushi chefs are very creative with the endless variety of special rolls. I'm a big fan of the sushi and sashimi dinner.
(4)
Mike T.
Since when did Parma become asian town? Between Mely's Kianan, Kumo, Nipa Hut, that highly rated korean restaurant on Pearl and this place, there is plenty of food to make my wife happy. I grew up in Parma and all that was there when I was young were old people and kids with no interest in much of anything, especially other cultures. In the words of Walter Sobchak, a land of nihilists. Anyway, the sushi and service were good. Probably not 4 stars, but at least 3.5. My wife lived in Japan for four years and that's were I met her, so we know sushi... her more than I. Nice joint in an otherwise boring location.
(4)
Joe K.
ç´ æ™´ã‚‰ã—ã„! (Amazing!) Cleveland is surprisingly, or unsurprisingly, home to many wonderful sushi bars - Mizu is one of the best and nestled south of the city in Parma, which I wouldn't have expected. This joint has some of the best Sushi I've had in the Great State of Ohio, and so many great options too! Which makes it hard to choose from, but as far as problems go, that's not a bad one to have. Mizu is located in a quiet but nice little strip mall and the interior is cozy and welcoming. As my fiancèe and I were greeted, the waitress was very nice, quick, and helpful in deciding. We also appreciated the book of images and labels for each of their sushi rolls. We decided on the 2 roll lunch special with Miso soup and a salad, which was a great deal. Each of our rolls were awesomely delicious, from the crab, cali, salmon, and peanut rolls. Their peanut roll was crunchy and offers a different take on sushi that was a nice change. Our service was swift and attentive as well which made the experience great as well. They also seem to have a selection of great of sake which I will be sure to try on our next visit. As I mentioned, their menu is very extensive (and delicious sounding!) and we absolutely cannot wait to come back. Next time, I'll try their bento boxes which offer up a nice and varied assortment of sushi, shrimp shumai, and other options. They also have a really great happy hour from 430-6pm with the great deal of $3 rolls. Hell Yes, this will for sure be our new Happy Hour sushi joint, you can't beat that. Mizu is a great and authentic Japanese sushi restaurant with a welcoming vibe, great options, delicious sushi, and plenty of Sake and Sapporo to go around! Now excuse me as I go watch Spirited Away...Sushi always puts me in the mood for one of Miyazaki's classic films :)
(4)
Manda C.
Awesome sushi!! Great prices too. The servers are always friendly. Celebrated my birthday here and got to pick a free desert. I didn't have to get the obligatory piece of cake either. Definitely one of the best sushi places in the Cleveland area.
(5)
Kim S.
If you are looking for very good sushi and a laid back atmosphere, look no further. We've stopped in with friends for a meal and ordered online to pick up on the way home from work. Fresh, fun unique signature maki or standard fare..... Yet never standard. Slight language barrier but very friendly staff who work hard to bring great food.
(4)
Paul V.
What a wonderful find. Yelp did not steer me wrong on this one. This is a great little spot. The staff is extremely friendly and the sushi was very good.
(5)
Adam R.
This place has never steered me wrong. I was recommended to mizu sushi several years ago and loved it ever since. This was my first time there in about 2 years, and it was just as good as I remembered. They have a very big menu with lots of different sushi rolls to choose from. I was sort of disappointed in the spring rolls, however. They weren't expensive (I think $4.50) and were very tasty, but there was literally about 3 bites of food. So just be aware of that if you decide to go with them. Other than that, I was completely satisfied with everything about this cozy little sushi spot. If you're a sushi lover and haven't been here, you have to check it out!
(5)
Teejay B.
I'll be honest, I looked to the Yelp reviews for this one. My friend and I were in the sushi mood and wanted a place we had never been before. So I checked Yelp! This place had some great reviews. The people love it and I was sold. Our server was wonderful! A little strange and he liked to talk a lot but that's not always a bad thing. He was very attentive and made sure our water was always full. We had a hard time choosing what to order, so we got three! The volcano rock was brought to the table first. I wasn't crazy about this one but it had to do with the honey mustard flavored sauce. I hate honey mustard you see, and it had a deep burn in your sinuses. I'm assuming there was some wasabi in it. I love spicy food but this was something completely different. It made me want to tear off my nose and drown it in my water. My friend loved it though, so I know that it was just my taste preferences. Next we had the Parma roll and the Christmas roll. Both delightful! The Parma roll was a little hard to eat with chop sticks but it was very good. Anything with crab on it, I'm sold. The food was great and for a reasonable price.
(4)
Mike G.
I have heard so many good things but was really cautious as it is located in a tiny and dingy looking strip mall. I had a roll and some sushi. If I stuck to the rolls I think my rating would be better. The roll was great, but the sushi was OK. If I come back, I'll stick to the rolls.
(3)
Jay S.
This is my first 5 star review on yelp. Mizu is an amazing sushi spot. 3 dollar rolls on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, dine in or carry out. You can not beat that deal! Quick serves normally and the owners are super nice! I always bring out of town guest here. I moved from Chicago 7 years ago and this is the best spot I have found that is reasonably priced.
(5)
Ryan M.
For starters im a huge sushi fan. My girlfriend and I are constantly going to different sushi bars everywhere we travel. Mizo has a great deal Tuesday and Wednesday and all their regular rolls are only 3$. I suggest the tempura sweet potato roll . This is a smaller place and after only our second time there the server remembered both of us which I found pretty funny. I definitely recommend this place.
(5)
Amber G.
I have to say this is probably the best hidden place to get sushi from in the Parma/Cleveland/Brooklyn area. Sure there are a few hibachi places, but this restaurant focuses on sushi and they are really good at it. My husband and I have gone for date night, I've gone with friends and I have taken our family here as well. All of the kids even enjoyed it (our youngest doesn't like sushi so he had the fried rice and it was delicious as well). We have never been disappointed.
(5)
P W.
Mizu is a great value for sushi. There is a happy hour every day from 4:30 to 6 pm (except for Sunday). Regular rolls are $3 during this time window. I enjoy the sushi here more than at the lunch buffet at Tomo. Lunch specials at Mizu are excellent and affordable. A tofu bento box is around $7 with miso soup and salad. I enjoy Ginko although I would like to retire between the ages of 50-55. Pacific East is a nice place yet sometimes out of the way. Mizu has a calm atmosphere. The service is excellent. I looked at the Yelp app on my last visit and noticed people discussing the Parker Roll. Parker Roll piqued my interest. My parents gave me the name of Parker before the name surged in popularity. Now it is acceptable to call your offspring wacky words like Parker. My friend Phil text messaged me today and thanked me for writing such good Yelp reviews. He also inquired about meeting for lunch in the near future because he is working nearby in Independence. He ended the conversation with the following: Oh. Btw. The Parker roll at mizu is sort of named after you. Nikki n I used to go there all the time and they named a special roll after our kid Parker whom would most likely not have the name if I didn't know u. Mind blown? Try the Parker Roll in my honor!
(5)
Craig L.
Don't judge a book by it's cover. This place is fantastic. The sushi is top notch and service is even better. Who cares it's across from Walmart. Been here many times and each time is just as good. I know they also offer restaurant.com coupons. Typical roles are great but try the Parma roll. Very solid. Don't dismiss because of location or you will miss out.
(4)
Corey K.
Excellent sushi, we have been looking for a small non chain feeling sushi place for a long time and this is the place. Very personal and a lot of great combos of sushi.
(5)
Becca R.
Just had dinner here after our normal Vietnamese place was close. This place was great. Their menu was big with a lot of different options. My hubby got the 1-in1 which had tuna, salmon, crunch and avocado. It was amazing. A friend got the hot roll which he liked and they split a Mexican roll which had a jalapeño pepper on top. It was fresh, unique and delicious. This was a great find and well worth a second visit.
(5)
David G.
I have been to Mizu many times and have always enjoyed the experience. The staff is very friendly and remembered me after my second visit. The sushi is top notch without a top notch price. The sushi chef always comps me a little something (as is usual when a good sushi chef gets to know you). They have a diverse menu and a picture book of the different sushi. Additionally, they offer special sushi preperations on an almost nightly basis. Combine that with the sushi "happy hour" pricing and the other menu items and you have a great little hidden gem of a restaurant. If you like sushi and don't want to pay a fortune for it, give Mizu a try!
(5)
Gene G.
Let me start by saying that I am no expert on sushi, but this place is great. I work right up the road, and when my coworkers told me they wanted to take me to a sushi restaurant sandwiched between a Subway and a questionable convenience store in a Parma strip mall I was understandably skeptical. I couldn't help but have flashbacks to the gastrointestinal discomfort I felt after an all-you-can-eat sushi experiment during my high school years in rural PA... But I was pleasantly surprised by Mizu. They serve some of the best sushi I've had in Cleveland, and although my sample size is small I can certainly say that the majority of people would be pleased with the quality here. They have a pretty nifty $3 roll deal certain days of the week that I have partaken in a number of times. The deal only applies to their more simple rolls, but it's worth the savings. They also have a nice lunch deal where you get the soup, salad, and three rolls for something like $15. I used to hit this deal two or three times a week before I realized I was poor and I should go back to eating ham slices without bread for lunch every day so I can keep paying my rent. As far as complaints, I really don't have any. It's kind of small and sometimes the service is slow, but I'm usually not mad that they keep me from going back to work for an extra ten minutes. Their bathrooms could probably use a thorough cleaning, and they do have a creepy waving cat statue on the bar, but otherwise it is a wonderful establishment. Final verdict: I love it. I know right now you're asking: "Gene, haven't you eaten sushi at Get-Go before?" and the answer is yes. That was my Thanksgiving dinner one year. But I can confidently say this place is 1000x better than Get-Go. I would eat lunch here every day if I wasn't poor. If they ditch that waving cat statue and I might eat here every day anyway, screw the rent.
(5)
brandon k.
My favorite sushi that I've found in the Cleveland area so far. It's located in a dingy little strip joint but once you get inside the food is fantastic. We absolutely love the "Fire Island" roll, an extra spicy roll stuffed with jalapenos and other goodies. We also love the service. If you sit up at the sushi bar on a busy night, the chefs will often serve up some complimentary snacks to help ease the wait.
(5)
Michelle B.
Some of the best sushi I've ever had, which isn't saying much since I am not a sushi connoisseur and I'm also not very adventurous (I stick with spicy shrimp, shrimp tempura, california, sweet potato), but I am never disappointed and I always leave happy. Really friendly staff, and on Tuesdays and Wednesdays they have discounted regular rolls. YUM!
(5)
Michele G.
I drove 20 minutes while in town after reading about the sushi cake on the menu. I went with hopes that it would be a layered sushi dish like a tuna tower...greatly dissappointed! The menu is misleading...what it should say is -a sushi roll smooshed together with salmon, sauce, and a cherry on top because sadly that is what it was.(you can see in the pic I posted) The sushi was just ok, nothing special . The miso soup, tasted awful and smelled horrible. Sorry, can't really give a great review for this place. I'm not sure how it gets 5 stars from everyone...
(2)
Sam M.
I know that sushi is a very personal food for many people. So to say this is the BEST sushi in CLE may not be the the review you're looking for. Let's start with the space itself. It in a small retail strip on Brookpark road, blink and you'll miss it. Cozy and clean on the inside but not pretentious, tables are pretty close together so it feels a little cramped if it's busy. The service is friendly and helpful with questions, and just plain fun to talk with. On to the sushi. Wow! Simply put, they do it right here. Everything is fresh and well prepared, from simple spicy tuna rolls to their amazing specialty rolls like the Dragon and Christmas rolls. For those of us who like Uni the have it on the menu but it's not always available. My girl and I were told however if it's something you really want they would order it with some advance notice. I'd give them a firm date and at least a week, also plan for a group so that the product is consumed. Uni is a delicacy and not for everyone so be prepared to eat what you order. Now, is it the best sushi in CLE? Well, I think it's pretty darn good and worth your attention. Then you can chime in and tell me what you think. Bon a petit!!!
(5)
Jason B.
From the outside you would consider turning around, especially being in a strip mall. If you are smart you will venture inside and see what this small but nice place has to offer. Good food, reasonable prices, polite staff, and a very hospitable owner.
(4)
Kevin B.
Very happy that I was introduced to this out of the way place.
(4)
Kristine C.
I gave it a four star coz the food was good but not too perfect coz it was a bit pricey. $4-5 for 2pcs sashimi.
(4)
Josh M.
My girlfriend and I love this place. The menu has many options to cover whatever preference you have with sushi. The rolls are all great and the place is very comfortable and casual. The staff is all very friendly and helpful as well. Favorite sushi in Cleveland.
(5)
Joyce H.
Came here for a friend's birthday party. Overall, it was a decent Midwestern style Japanese restaurant (though it is Chinese run). We had a snafu with seating for our large group, resulting in some confusion and disorganization among the servers. We ordered several special rolls to split amongst a small group. There's a lot of mayo, tempura, sweet elements (like mango) and cheese included in many of the rolls. Also, lots and lots of sauce. Out of the 4 rolls, I think my favorite was the Amazing Roll..
(3)
Chloe W.
100% best sushi restaurant in Cleveland,the sushi is very juicy and fried wuton is delicious
(5)
Ashleigh S.
Awesome! Crouching tiger roll,spicy mayo on the side. Love this place! My husband gets the Winter Roll. If you are not a nori or raw fish person, the winter roll is a great choice because it has a soy wrapper instead of nori with tempura shrimp...I have never had a disappointing visit here
(4)
Jim K.
The sushi was very good, and really decently priced. My lady friend and I had the one called a mexican roll and unless youre a fan of very spicy I dont recommend it. I am so I found the thin slice of raw jalapeno a treat. The only reason Im giving it 4 stars and not 5 is solely based on the fact they definitely needed another server. Her and I sat for almost 5 minutes before our drink orders were taken. Minus that Ill definitely be back again whenever I get a sushi craving.
(4)
Demra C.
My favorite local sushi place. Choices are amazing menu is very large .Favorites are the peppered tuna and raw scallops . However can't go wrong with any roll. Service is spot on . Also enjoy the sake menu.
(5)
Stephanie W.
We departed our home on a Saturday evening, craving some carry-out sushi...we turned to Yelp for some recommendations and decided to try Mizu after reading some of the reviews. It's not a great location, and the entire shopping plaza is a little run down, but hey, if good sushi awaits... I am vegan, so I always sample the vegetable and tofu options offered by sushi restaurants, and I was very happy with the selection here. We ordered online (which was awesome) and I created some of my own rolls, which was great. I went veg-heavy and was pleasantly surprised by the size of the rolls and the quality of the ingredients. The tempura sweet potato sushi was a really nice treat - wow. Even my carnivorous husband wanted in on that action. The rolls were a great size and I thought the prices were good. Since I always stick with cheap vegetable sushi, I tend to be put off by places that charge a ton for basically rice and some cucumber. Not here. Here I felt like we were well taken care of. My husband went for the winter roll and the California roll and was really happy with both. After trying several sushi places in the area over the past few months, this is now officially our favorite.
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Greg H.
We are regulars here and it is by far the best sushi in the area. The pink lady roll is our favorite.
(4)
Kim T.
This is the closest sushi place to my house and since I crave sushi constantly, I've been frequenting it quite a bit lately. It's small, the servers are all really friendly, the sushi is good. It's not the best sushi place in Cleveland but it's a fantastic place to go when you want some creative rolls. I've tried quite a few of the larger rolls and every time that I think that I've found a favorite, I try something new and it becomes my new favorite. They have great specials too.
(4)
Arianne R.
First off, the portions here are significantly larger than the other sushi places in town. My husband and I completely over committed by getting extra sushi rolls because we are so used to getting smaller sizes. We were so full and ended up taking extras home. Second, the fish, rice and other ingredients are very fresh. We are pretty picky about that and agreed that this has been the best so far in Cleveland. Third, the customer service was excellent. Raymond was our waiter and he always made sure we were doing okay and our drinks were full. We will be back often!
(5)
Ruchu T.
Being one of the few places to offer sushi around Parma/Brooklyn has it's perks. I was here on a Monday night and the restaurant got fairly packed towards the end of our dinner. Seeing that it has an average of four stars, I thought I'd give this place a try (and I had a two-year old restaurant.com certificate). The place is a bit small, fitting maybe 50 guests + a few at the bar. There's not too much Asian inspired decor, which isn't a bad thing. Anyhow, my girlfriend and I ordered miso soup and soft shell crab to start. The crab arrived pretty quickly and was hot. It was somewhat crunchy but the meat lacked texture and was a mushy. The waitress forgot about our soups until I reminded her. For the main course, we ordered scallop sushi, salmon and tuna sashimi, spider roll, and dynamite roll. The scallop sushi was fresh and sweet. The salmon sashimi was definitely the better of the two. The salmon was buttery and smooth, the tuna on the other hand was a bit too chilled and not as buttery. The sushi rolls were nicely presented and wrapped tightly. The soft shell crab in the spider roll was definitely better than the one we had for appetizer. It was crunchier and the meat was denser. I also like the crunch the roman lettuce added to the spider roll. The dynamite roll was topped with thinly sliced mangos with a mayo/mango sauce. In the roll, there was imitation crab, tuna, and avocados. It was different, a bit sweet, and tangy, I liked it. We finished the night with red bean ice cream. The ice cream was delicious, very creamy with just the right amount of sweetness. I need to find this ice cream at the Asian markets!
(3)
Rebecca J.
I gave this place the benefit of my doubt and tried it after hearing such amazing reviews from coworkers. I must say, I am so glad I did! Upon recommendation, I ordered a teriyaki chicken bento box. It was incredible!! It comes with a whole chicken breast, a California roll, 2 shrimp dumplings, rice, a salad, and miso soup all for the bargain price of $8!!! I also called ahead so they would have it ready when I arrived and they had it all set up at a table and covered in Saran Wrap to keep it warm. The staff was friendly and helpful. I really can't think of One bad thing to say..5stars all the way around!
(5)
Mallory R.
Went here last fall, sorry for the late review. We went a little later at night, around 7 or 8 pm. Restaurant was not crowded and our waiter was VERY attentive. I really cannot remember what we ordered (sorry) but I do remember that all of the sushi we ate was amazing. That is the important part! I really liked how the menu had a photo album of what each sushi dish looked like. Food for the eyes! The service and food were good, and I see no reason to go back. We will definitely visit again, especially because we live so close by! Don't just write it off because it is in a strip mall!
(4)
Ken M.
Excellent Sashimi. Tuna, White Tuna, and Salmon was perfect. Rainbow roll was great too. Prices were very reasonable. Overall great place, my new go to for the CLE airport area!
(4)
Jennifer D.
Their sushi is excellent and so fresh. The only items I would not recommend are their noodle dishes with beef or chicken, as the meat comes out so dry and tasteless. Their pork tonkatsu off the appetizer menu is very good as well as their seaweed salad. We've tried sushi on all sides of NEO. It's great to have a place in Parma that knows how to do amazing, fresh sushi, comparable to downtown or Tremont places. Great atmosphere too. Definitely check this place out! Also, their regular sushi rolls are $3 all day on Tuesdays/Wednesdays.
(4)
Mo R.
Amazing restaurant this is easily the best sushi restaurant in Cleveland. All of the dishes look and taste great. The staff is extremely pleasant and courteous and the owner is always around making sure your meal is fantastic.
(5)
Eric J.
I am new to sushi and when I heard that some of the best sushi in Cleveland could be found in Parma I had my doubts. When I realized that Mizu was in a tiny strip mall by what looks to be a booze and lottery shop with a chain sandwich shop on the other side, I had second thoughts. I decided to give it a go and find out what it had to offer since it was highly recommended. Upon entering the restaurant we were greeted immediately and seated quickly. I am pretty sure that almost everyone said hello to us which was really nice. Our waitress was kind and timely. We decided to start things off with the spicy crab ragoons which were good. The portion was a good amount for an appetizer and the shells were packed with crab. We then had the christmas and volcano rock rolls. Both rolls were fresh and presented nicely. Each roll came with 8 pieces and was priced fairly. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and great service. I will be back to try more.
(5)
Janine S.
Amazing sushi with a small dining room. We had the Christmas roll, pink lady, 2 in 1, and aso maki specialty rolls. I didn't like the pink lady based on personal preference but the other three were great. They have a small selection of inexpensive beer, wine, and saki. Service was excellent and informative. Would highly recommend Mizu!
(5)
Sara B.
Sushi was excellent! I was actually quite surprised considering this is in a very small shopping center/store front and perhaps not a place you would even consider trying. The chicken fried rice was the best I have ever had. Would definitely eat here again!
(4)
MaryAnn S.
This is hands down, the best sushi I have ever had. Rolls are beautiful and intricate. The Hawaii roll is the best thing I've ever had. Service is good, fast and efficient. They really know what they are doing!!
The food was spectacular and the service was even better! I recommend this place if you are craving sushi. The atmosphere is nice. The miso soup is very good and the crab rangoon was the best I have ever had. They provide a book of menu items along with their pictures to help make the selection easier. If I lived closer, I would certainly be a regular!
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Katie M.
I really enjoy Mizu. I have called ahead and ordered sushi for carry out during dinner service several times and it's been ready in 20 minutes, which is how long it takes me to drive there. You get great service eating in the restaurant too. With the exception of Ginko in Tremont (which is $$$), this is some of the best sushi I've had. I'd say it's definitely worth a try if you're new to sushi or have lots of experience eating it.
(5)
Kenny Y.
There was a groupon for this little Japanese place in Parma so I went to go check it out tonight. As other reviewers have mentioned, this restaurant is in a strip mall. In fact, it's right next to a gas station and it's nestled between a Subway and a convenience store with "check cashing" written on its windows. However, the decor inside feels like a Japanese restaurant, it's nice and clean, and it attracts a decent clientele, both Asian and not. They have regular rolls, special rolls, and signature rolls. The regular rolls and the sashimi are very small. Seriously, they are tiny and will not fill you up. However, the special rolls and signature rolls are a good size. They are very creative with these rolls, almost to a fault - for instance, I'm just not sure how well the large amount of mayo, mango and shrimp tempura really jived with each other. However, the fish were very fresh. The service is fantastic and they check on you very often. They must have refilled my water maybe 7 or 8 times tonight, and that's not because I drank 7 full glasses of water. They offer buy 3 get 1 free rolls on Saturday (can't be combined w/ groupon) as well as $3 roll happy hours from 4:30-6pm each day and all day Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Dan T.
When one thinks of sushi in Northeast Ohio, a place on the border of Parma next to a Subway and a convenience store is not going to come to mind. Thankfully though, the check cashing place is no longer there. As a result I had driven past it many a time without a second thought. A few months ago I figured that I might as well give it a shot. I'm glad I did, to put it lightly. The service has been attentive each time I have been there, and the decor is nice. What surprised me is that rarely have I seen anyone else eating there. Either I'm there at the wrong times or others have made the same assumption I did. I had miso soup a couple of times while they prepared the sushi, and it is just the right blend of ingredients. I'm a snob when it comes to miso so impressing me with that is a big deal. As for the star, the sushi, it is made fresh with care and it shows. The $3 happy hour rolls are delicious, and the specialty rolls are even better. The Parma rolls in particular have become my all-time favorite, despite the fact that it is not so much sushi as it is crab on a ball of rice. After eating here, having sushi at the buffets and other restaurants in the area just isn't the same. It's a must try if you are in the area, especially on Tuesday or Wednesday since one can easily fill up on two of the $3 basic rolls available on those days.
(5)
Kara T.
Very good sushi restaurant right on the border of Parma. The staff is friendly and very attentive. The prices are great and the quality of food you get makes some other sushi bars look very incompetent. You can tell that the fish is fresh, nice and cold and no bad tastes or weird textures (don't ask, I've questioned my sushi before at other places....). Some other restaurants use too much rice and not enough fish but I feel that Mizu has the perfect combination of both.
(5)
Michelle E.
Mizu sushi is my favorite secret spot for incredible sushi in northeast Ohio. First time I visited, I didn't expect much based on the small plaza and storefront/location..but damn was I impressed. I come here almost on a weekly basis for their tue/wed $3 maki rolls, favorites include the sweet potato tempura roll and salmon avocado roll. I recently tried one of their specialty rolls and didn't understand why I hadn't done so sooner. Very blessed to live less than 30 min from such a hidden gem! Bonus tip-you can even get the $3 maki rolls to go for pickup (they tend to be crowded tue/wed nt)!!
(5)
Kaylyn B.
I've been on a quest for good sushi near Lakewood for so long (this is the one thing Lakewood is lacking!). Mizu is one of the nearest places and so far, the best place I've tried. Good prices and yummy sushi! It always tastes fresh and I love the variety. This is my go-to place on this side of town when I'm in the mood for some rolls!
(4)
Denise L.
People were nice and actually too friendly. Our waiter checked on us literally every five minutes that it made it hard for my husband and I to hold a conversation during dinner. Sushi was unfulfilling. We ordered a special roll, but one of the hostess actually told us that the salmon skin in it made the roll unappetizing .....so why is it on the menu? My husband ordered an unagi, and he said he never had one so thin on the eel. I'm terrible but I didn't have the heart to tell the owners the truth when she asked me if I thought the sushi was delicious. How was I suppose to say it wasn't when she put me on the spot. I will say that the yellowtail was tasty, but being a sushi lover the fish they had lost flavor. Tasted like the fish was shipped and stored frozen until ready for use.
(2)
Jon C.
This place was dead on a Tuesday night so service was great. Had white tuna, eel, tuna and salmon. Salmon could have been better but everything else washed that gripe away. Have the Halloween roll, it's knock your sock off. If you like a good Zin, they have that too. I'll be back next time in town.
(4)
Ciara W.
Don't be put off by the exterior and location. The sushi options at this little place were quite good and the fish was surprisingly fresh. My husband and i ordered 3 rolls and 1 order or nigiri sushi. While this is still Ohio and doesn't compare to some places I have been in California, I would definitely recommend it and will be back again. The only negative for me was many of the rolls have too much sauce for my taste.
(4)
Marissa K.
I was happy with the food and service. Its not the greatest sushi, but for the price its great. I loved the shrimp tempera rolls. The spicy tuna was okay, same with the eel and california rolls. My guest didn't like their miso soup, I tried it and I've had better and worse. The waitress was good, always refilling the water.
(5)
Jenn T.
This is the best place for sushi near Cleveland. And I say this after living in Japan and having experienced truly amazing sushi. The service is also great, and the decor neat and clean. I'd give it 4.5 stars for those reasons, because you don't expect that level of niceness with Chinese-owned sushi places. Food-wise, they have the usual selection of maki rolls, nigiri, and special rolls. I use saba (mackerel) and salmon nigiri to guage sushi places, as it is quite difficult to make saba nigiri really well, and quite difficult to mess up salmon. The saba here is fresh and good, definitely not the greatest but solid at 4 star quality. The salmon is fine, but it usually is. The other maki and special rolls that I've tried taste good and all use fresh fish. The awesome thing about this place, which makes up for otherwise pricey sushi, is the $3 per regular roll happy hour, which happens all day on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and every afternoon from 4:30 to 6pm. Although the roll sizes aren't large, at $3 each you can get a filling meal at a decent price on fresh sushi, which is rare around here. The happy hour is an even better deal than what you can get with a Groupon. Can't comment on the wine selection as I don't drink. Overall, good tasty sushi, no frills added. Not the best that I've had, but definitely the best in Northern Ohio that I know of, and with good service in a nice clean setting to boot.
(4)
Rebekah K.
I read the positive reviews and was eager to try this place this past weekend. It was not what I was hoping for. The atmosphere left much to be desired due to the large screen tv perpetually stuck on the infomercial channel. Sushi with a side of hair regrowth formula? Yuck! The fish was quite good with the exception of all of the tempura which were served stone cold. The Philly roll was all cream cheese with just a tiny bit of fish. Disappointing. The Christmas roll and the Rock and roll were both delicious and the spicy tuna was good. Maybe they just had an off night but I think from now on I'll stick with Ohashi in North Olmsted.
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Matt A.
Best sushi I've found in Cleveland by far. It's very unassuming from the outside but take my word you won't be disappointed. It's become the only place we go for sushi. Haven't tried anything yet that I haven't thoroughly loved, so get a wide variety and enjoy!
(5)
Jessica T.
Great food, great presentation!
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Jennifer K.
Awesome sushi. Staff was friendly. We went on a Friday night and our food came out do fast we couldn't believe it. There are tons of great rolls to choose from. We will surely be coming back !
(5)
Heather H.
I've been quite a bit of a sushi-guru for many years. I've eaten sushi in multiple cities, states, and countries -- I can't possibly even tell you about all of them. Point is, I have mad sushi-cred, and therefore, fellow reader, you should consider my review seriously when I say: Mizu Sushi, in Parma Ohio, United States -- Is the best sushi I have ever had. The place is fairly small, and unimpressive when you merely LOOK at it -- sure, it doesn't have a mini-bridge and pond inside like Shinto, no fancy state of the art hibachi grills, nor expensive-looking modern deco... But it has, without a doubt, THE BEST SUSHI EVER. Hands down. The end. Your quest for delicious sushi is OVER. Now, go give them your business-- they deserve it more than anyone else. However, be warned: it's not a cheap place to eat--however, that will not detract from THIS 5 star review. Also, the staff is friendly.
(5)
Mike S.
Consistently fresh and delicious. A wonderful find in an unassuming little strip mall.
(4)
Cecilia E.
Mizu is one of my favorite spots for sushi. My husband always said the pieces were too small, but I disagree. $3 rolls on Tuesday! Friendly wait staff, high quality sushi, just delicious. Try the Snow White. Huge pieces of three different fishes wrapped elegantly in pink seaweed with avocado...just heavenly.
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Ann P.
My husband and I had a groupon to use, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and the food. Everything we tried was interesting, fresh tasting, and well presented. Mexican Roll with paper-thin slices of jalapenos on top was GREAT! Another sushi with mango on top was really interesting - sweet yet tangy. We can't wait to go again!
(5)
Katherine W.
Yummy, fast sushi, friendly staff! The location isn't the best, but the inside is quite nice. I ordered some sashimi, a house salad (I LOVE GINGER dressing - yum!) and a sakura roll. Everything was delicious! The waitress was super sweet. If I'm back for work, I will return!
(4)
Jennifer H.
i now live 1300 miles away, but always make a point to visit at least once when i'm in town. they are all so friendly and hospitable, the food is creative with a large selection (my favorite is the christmas roll!), and it is a comfortable place to meet with a group of friends.
(5)
Bronwen P.
I bought the groupon for this place and had decent expectations after reading some of the reviews here. I was actually even more impressed with my actual experience. The food is very fresh. We got a few of their specialty rolls and then also got a few of the regular rolls and everything was very tasty. The service is what impressed me the most. The restaurant space was small but we were constantly well taken care of. Things of note: They have a happy hour from 4:30-6pm everyday that the regular rolls are only $3. Also, as said in another review, this place is in a strip mall. From the outside it dose not look anywhere as nice as the meal I got there.
(4)
Matt B.
Best sushi in the city. We live in Cleveland Heights, but drive the half hour to come here when we're in the mood for sushi.
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Dee A.
This is for mostly just the sushi as my group didn't really order anything else. There was six of us and we each ordered a different roll. We also tried the tempura sweet potatotes which were crispy and good and some special appetizer that tasted just like crab rangoon. I actually haven't been to that many sushi places in Cleveland but this one was really good. I ordered the sashimi platter. 16.95 for 14 pieces of sashimi, salad and miso soup. That really is one of the best prices I've seen anywhere. I like having the chef pick the cuts of fish. Usually if you do get the sashimi, the chef gives whatever is the freshest and best at the moment. Our platter pretty much rocked. So so so good. It had salmon (never go wrong there), tuna, white fish, mackerel and toro. Raw fish is one of my absolute favorite things on this earth so I just went to town on it. It was hard sharing it but everything else looked so tempting I gave it up. My favorite of the other rolls were the Iron Man and the Fire Island. I was in a sushi coma and don't really remember the names of the other ones. But everything was either delicious to pretty standard. We had the fried bananas and red bean mochi for dessert. The mochic was just two mochi balls cut up with whipped cream. Something I could make at home. The fried bananas were hot and mushy inside with a tempura batter. They were pretty good and given to us by the manager/owner/sushi chef. The service was really good as well. However, one thing I wasn't a fan of is that as soon as I sat down i was given a cup of tea. After receiving my bill I saw that I was charged 1.95 for it. I probably would have ordered it anyways but it's nice to have the option. Oh well, it's not going to stop me from coming back!
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Melanie M.
(By the way - the area code is 216 and not 614 - I put in for Yelp to change this, but we'll see how long it takes.) The 20% off discount goes through the end of this week!! After the 20% discount ends, I am told there will be a daily Happy Hour from 4:30-6:00 which will feature Regular Rolls for $3.00. There is also a Daily Special which is a different deal every day on 2 Special Rolls from the sushi bar, and 1 Entree from the kitchen. Today was my second time back (this time for lunch). The employees are so nice!! They were very accommodating to my requests. I tried a Tofu Teriyaki bento box. It's served with miso soup, house salad (yes, the dressing does contain mayonnaise but I got oil and vinegar instead), steamed rice, tofu & vegetables (teriyaki style). Normally it comes with a California Roll and shumai (shrimp dumpling), but they were nice enough to substitute an avocado roll. All of that for $6.95 - I was more than satisfied (and am now a little sleepy)!! Oh, and the music today was very pleasant - instrumental and very appropriate for the setting. Give this place a try soon!!! Catch the 20% off while you can, and then don't forget about the Happy Hour!!
(4)
Dave R.
I'm giving Mizu an extra star for the pure surprise factor. When Mizu first opened, I was really afraid to try out a sushi place, in Parma...in a small strip mall. I've been here probably 7 or 8 times and gotten something different each time and have yet to come away disappointed. I love sushi and try it all over the place, so to have something so fresh and creative here in Parma is literally baffling. It's tough to recommend anything because everyone's preferences vary, but while I love sushi and sashimi, their creative rolls are really excellent. My one and only complaint though is that the portions are on the smaller side. Overall, it's an outstanding, unassuming place in a city you'd least expect it to be.
(4)
Claire M.
The sushi is fantastic!! They were very busy on the night we visited and we had to wait a while to get our order - but it was worth the wait! All of our dishes were elegant fresh and tasted great.
(5)
Jose R.
First time here, food was really good, good service and not expensive. They have some really good special. I gotta say its worth the drive from Lakewood.
(5)
Robert M.
The first time I drove by Mizu, I couldn't help but wonder how on earth a sushi restaurant located in a dive strip center between a check-cashing/carryout establishment and a Subway could possibly be worth trying. However, after reading other reviews I decided to give it a try. Being from Cincinnati, I was eager to find a good sushi restaurant while working in Cleveland and Mizu turned out to be just the thing. I've been there 3 or 4 times and all the rolls, sushi and sashimi have been great (particularly the spicy yellowtail). However, their spicy salad is very unique and - IMHO - quite spectacular.
(4)
Lance T.
Was not over all impressed, just ok for the price comparable to wild ginger but more $$. Will stick with sushi 86.
(2)
Theresa C.
Normal small japanese restaurant. Went here since it was close Freeway Lanes and we wanted to go bowling afterwards. The waitress was friendly upon arrival and asked if we were Chinese. She then proceeded to speak to us in Chinese. We ordered the Love Boat for 2, which is a nice spread of 16 pieces of sashimi, 10 pieces nigiri and a maki roll and special roll from their menu. This was all nice except for the fact that the sushi chef made the selections for you and you couldn't really change it yourself. The fish tasted very fresh and nicely arranged so all it all, it was more than I would've hoped for a sushi restaurant in a strip mall. Like I said before, nothing especially amazing about anything but if I were in the area and craving Japanese, I'd go back.
(3)
Misti S.
Very yummy! Tried it with a groupon and will be back! Service is wonderful and enjoyed the sushi. Also tried a Fruitie Roll - which is fruit sushi! Very fun!
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Teddy B.
I visited this location when craving the old occupant's Wonton soup. Lucky enough for me, I like Japanese as well as Sushi. We had Sushi since it was on special for 3.00 and it was pretty good. Not much else to say....great atmosphere....cool chef and waitress....fresh rice and the roll was rolled perfectly. Id go here again for Sushi...didnt try much else but options seem ok.
(3)
Christine A.
Just used a groupon and will definitely go back. We had the butterfly and mizu rolls, which were excellent.
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Monica S.
Mizu was not a bad sushi place for Cleveland! I ordered a lobster roll (favorite!) among other specialty rolls that didn't require soy sauce and wasabi. It was pretty decent although the fish didn't taste especially fresh. But what can you expect from Cleveland, right? My only qualm about this place was that they were pretty slow. Despite having only 1 other person in the restaurant the wait for our food was especially long, and they came out one at a time. Not bad though, I'd go back.
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David T.
An old high school friend and I reconnected. The last time she was in San Diego, we had sushi, so when I rolled into town for the holidays, it was time to have sushi in Cleveland. She recommended a place that had just opened and I knew of the area. It was in Parma. Parma? Yes, Parma. Parma? I invited my roommate, another common friend of ours from high school that had never had sushi in her life, and friend who is in seminary, who the day before had too much Christmas Ale and puked twice. He's a huggy drunk. I'll be honest, I had my reservations about the place, especially when I saw their rolls which were small and thin. The only time small and thin is a positive thing is when I'm trying to describe a date. Outside of that, small and thin are never positives when referring to penis sizes or sushi rolls. But with that said, I don't rolls or do bento boxes or care for people flipping my food on a grill (I actually have uncles that do that for a living), but what I do care for is sashimi. I simply eat raw fish and let me say, their sashimi quality and price are almost the best I've seen. The pieces are large and you can get an 18 piece of sashimi for around 20 dollars. That is almost unheard of in California. It is easily a 35 to 40 dollar meal here. The cuts are large and flavor was almost artistic. Salmon is my staple, but to my surprise they even had white tuna. Both types of fish melt in your mouth. If you're sophisticated aficionado of sashimi, this is a gem on the west side of town--Parma? Yes, in Parma.
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Daniel A.
I don't know how to rate this place. Really. They have a good selection of sushi and sashimi if you are looking for variety of that sort. The big plus is that there are no hibachi grill and no obnoxious people at ogling at the flaming onion tower. I love japanese food and would venture to say from my lunch experience today, they are almost there. They lack in a certain quality about they way they prepared their dishes. I'll share a few things. I ordered a few items to see how they do overall. So here's what I ordered. From the lunch menu: Chicken Katsu Bento Box (comes with salad and miso soup), yakitori, and salmon sashimi. Can't really comment about miso soup or the salad. Pretty standard for american japanese cuisine dining experience. The sashimi was fresh and nicely presently but a bit pricy (3 for 2 piece). And this is where they lack in that certain Japanese quality. The rice on their bento box is long grain jasmine rice. Sorry. But that's not japanese. Short grain and starchy for bento box, please. The other item i felt was not up to par was their yakitori. The chicken was boiled and teriyaki sauce was poured over it after it was skewered with pieces of green pepper and onion. Yakitori is supposed to be grilled. so if you're serving yakitori you better make sure there's some sort of flame doing some caramelization. That's how you make the yaki real tori. really. So the long and short of my review is this, sushi, sushi rolls and sashimi are a go. Others, I'll hold off. Don't get me wrong. They service was excellent. They were attentive and for the most part easy to understand. So if you're in for some sushi or sashimi. Give Mizu a try, if you're in the area.
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Jon S.
Delicious food, friendly staff, good prices. I'll come back.
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Ron C.
Fantastic Sushi. New Resident to the Cleveland. As I am a fan of Sushi, I went to every restaurant in the Cleveland area. Mizu is by far the best when it comes to quality, cost, and variety. I highly recommend to all.
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Q C.
i am from California so I tried pretty good sushi before. Yaki Udon was good. Pink lady roll was above average. and we had crazy eel that i would say it's pretty good as well. the green tea mochi was more than below average so i wouldn't recommend it.
(4)
Kristen W.
I'm a sushi fanatic, and have been itching to share my love with my stubborn parents for a while now. While home for a weekend from college, I hopped online to look for a good restaurant to take them to for their first sushi experience. I quickly found out that our area is fairly limited - I really only found a few pricey, popular sushi restaurants. My favorite sushi place at school is a quiet and cozy hidden treasure, and I really hoped to find one back home. I came across Mizu, read a couple raving reviews, and showed the website to my parents. After the initial freakout ("ewww! I will NOT eat raw fish!"), my parents immediately attacked the location. It is nestled in on the corner of Brookpark and Tiedeman, which is a far cry from the optimum setting of a place with such a sensitive menu. Somehow, I got them in the car and dragged them down to the restaurant. The first comment out of my dad was "Oh, a completely vacant parking lot on a Friday night. This oughta be great." My stomach dropped when we entered the completely empty dining room, but I was pleased by the decor - understated and classic oriental looking. I immediately ordered the edamame to fill my parents mouths before they could start complaining. Any fan of Japanese food I would expect knows how awesome edamame is, and it was the first step Mizu took in winning my parents (and myself!) over. After much deliberation, my father and I decided on a specialty rolls while my mother elected for sweet potato tempura and shrimp/cucumber rolls, still against the raw fish aspect. I was immediately impressed by my Iron Man roll - it was FANTASTIC! I definitely recommend it for salmon lovers. My mother was content with her rolls but favored the sweet potato. I was completely shocked by my father's reaction - he was SO in love with his Green Hat roll, he savored it and literally cleaned his plate and ate all the garnishments, then ordered a philly roll (which he also enjoyed) to top it off! All of the rolls were presented beautifully. The staff was great - very attentive and patient with my indecisive and uncultured family (we even received complimentary watermelon). We were only set back $44 - what a deal for 5 orders of sushi, plus 1 drink! My parents are now absolutely in love with this place and plan to make regular visits. I've been to my fair share of sushi restaurants and count this among the best in variety and quality of rolls, as well as value. The location really is a shame - it's set in a strip on a busy road in a not so good neighborhood - I think it could really thrive somewhere like North Royalton, where it seems to me there is a bigger sushi following. The word really needs to get out about this place - I'd hate to see such a great restaurant go down due to lack of business. Please, give Mizu a try!
(5)
Morgan H.
One word - YUMMY!!!!! Unique rolls - great selection!
(5)
Timothy S.
Halfway between Rt 77 and Rt 71 there is a little place named Parma. Although not know for its culinary choices or eclectic taste, Parma and in particular the Brookpark and Tiedeman area, hide a jem. If you can find Wal-mart, Sam's Club or Home Depot you can find Mizu Sushi. When you drive up, don't be fooled by its strip mall location. When you walk in, don't discouraged by its simplicity. The food here is a treat. Visually the chef makes sure to put the type of presentation together you cant find at any downtown location. You can actually watch the his concentration while preparing each dish. This is not just a meal, it is an art, and for some reason I had forgotten that. Note that you may not eat at the exact same time as the rest of your group, they bring it as its made, but if you can share you are in for something special. Start with a Mizu salad; crab, shrimp, salmon and a thin layer of avocado over it. Don't miss the Christmas Roll with the freshest tuna, eel sauce, and a topper of spicy crab. The Rock'n'Roll is crunchy and delicious. The Parma Roll is great tribute to the last place I thought of when it comes to sushi perfection. If you love sushi take 480 toward Tiedeman and look for an area called Parma.
(5)
Jeremiah W.
Great food, great service, great atmosphere. I can't say enough about Mizu Sushi. I've been there 3 times now and thus far everything is just fantastic.
(5)
Amber M.
This was my second trip to Mizu for takeout - both have left me completely underwhelmed. I've tried a total of 5 rolls and none of them were good enough that I'd want to get them again. When I went in today, there were 2 tables of 2 people in the restaurant eating at the time. I placed my order and waited 25 minutes. A couple came in and was seated. I waited another 15 minutes. The couple that came in 15 minutes prior had already eaten their soup and their entree was delivered to their table just before my takeout was brought to me. Also, while I was waiting, the gentleman who was making the sushi squatted down and sneezed repeatedly in front of the sushi. Now, I assume he squatted down in the hope that he would sneeze below the sushi he was preparing, but I was completely disgusted nonetheless. I ordered the Sakura, Dynamite and the Stop Light roll. None of the 3 is worth writing home about and I wouldn't order any of them again. In fact, based on the length of time I had to wait for my 3 rolls, I would not try Mizu again. I'm terribly disappointed because I really wanted to like this place!
(2)
Dan T.
When one thinks of sushi in Northeast Ohio, a place on the border of Parma next to a Subway and a convenience store is not going to come to mind. Thankfully though, the check cashing place is no longer there. As a result I had driven past it many a time without a second thought. A few months ago I figured that I might as well give it a shot. I'm glad I did, to put it lightly. The service has been attentive each time I have been there, and the decor is nice. What surprised me is that rarely have I seen anyone else eating there. Either I'm there at the wrong times or others have made the same assumption I did. I had miso soup a couple of times while they prepared the sushi, and it is just the right blend of ingredients. I'm a snob when it comes to miso so impressing me with that is a big deal. As for the star, the sushi, it is made fresh with care and it shows. The $3 happy hour rolls are delicious, and the specialty rolls are even better. The Parma rolls in particular have become my all-time favorite, despite the fact that it is not so much sushi as it is crab on a ball of rice. After eating here, having sushi at the buffets and other restaurants in the area just isn't the same. It's a must try if you are in the area, especially on Tuesday or Wednesday since one can easily fill up on two of the $3 basic rolls available on those days.
(5)
Kara T.
Very good sushi restaurant right on the border of Parma. The staff is friendly and very attentive. The prices are great and the quality of food you get makes some other sushi bars look very incompetent. You can tell that the fish is fresh, nice and cold and no bad tastes or weird textures (don't ask, I've questioned my sushi before at other places....). Some other restaurants use too much rice and not enough fish but I feel that Mizu has the perfect combination of both.
(5)
Denise L.
People were nice and actually too friendly. Our waiter checked on us literally every five minutes that it made it hard for my husband and I to hold a conversation during dinner. Sushi was unfulfilling. We ordered a special roll, but one of the hostess actually told us that the salmon skin in it made the roll unappetizing .....so why is it on the menu? My husband ordered an unagi, and he said he never had one so thin on the eel. I'm terrible but I didn't have the heart to tell the owners the truth when she asked me if I thought the sushi was delicious. How was I suppose to say it wasn't when she put me on the spot. I will say that the yellowtail was tasty, but being a sushi lover the fish they had lost flavor. Tasted like the fish was shipped and stored frozen until ready for use.
(2)
Jon C.
This place was dead on a Tuesday night so service was great. Had white tuna, eel, tuna and salmon. Salmon could have been better but everything else washed that gripe away. Have the Halloween roll, it's knock your sock off. If you like a good Zin, they have that too. I'll be back next time in town.
(4)
Ciara W.
Don't be put off by the exterior and location. The sushi options at this little place were quite good and the fish was surprisingly fresh. My husband and i ordered 3 rolls and 1 order or nigiri sushi. While this is still Ohio and doesn't compare to some places I have been in California, I would definitely recommend it and will be back again. The only negative for me was many of the rolls have too much sauce for my taste.
(4)
Marissa K.
I was happy with the food and service. Its not the greatest sushi, but for the price its great. I loved the shrimp tempera rolls. The spicy tuna was okay, same with the eel and california rolls. My guest didn't like their miso soup, I tried it and I've had better and worse. The waitress was good, always refilling the water.
(5)
Jenn T.
This is the best place for sushi near Cleveland. And I say this after living in Japan and having experienced truly amazing sushi. The service is also great, and the decor neat and clean. I'd give it 4.5 stars for those reasons, because you don't expect that level of niceness with Chinese-owned sushi places. Food-wise, they have the usual selection of maki rolls, nigiri, and special rolls. I use saba (mackerel) and salmon nigiri to guage sushi places, as it is quite difficult to make saba nigiri really well, and quite difficult to mess up salmon. The saba here is fresh and good, definitely not the greatest but solid at 4 star quality. The salmon is fine, but it usually is. The other maki and special rolls that I've tried taste good and all use fresh fish. The awesome thing about this place, which makes up for otherwise pricey sushi, is the $3 per regular roll happy hour, which happens all day on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and every afternoon from 4:30 to 6pm. Although the roll sizes aren't large, at $3 each you can get a filling meal at a decent price on fresh sushi, which is rare around here. The happy hour is an even better deal than what you can get with a Groupon. Can't comment on the wine selection as I don't drink. Overall, good tasty sushi, no frills added. Not the best that I've had, but definitely the best in Northern Ohio that I know of, and with good service in a nice clean setting to boot.
(4)
Rebekah K.
I read the positive reviews and was eager to try this place this past weekend. It was not what I was hoping for. The atmosphere left much to be desired due to the large screen tv perpetually stuck on the infomercial channel. Sushi with a side of hair regrowth formula? Yuck! The fish was quite good with the exception of all of the tempura which were served stone cold. The Philly roll was all cream cheese with just a tiny bit of fish. Disappointing. The Christmas roll and the Rock and roll were both delicious and the spicy tuna was good. Maybe they just had an off night but I think from now on I'll stick with Ohashi in North Olmsted.
(2)
Matt A.
Best sushi I've found in Cleveland by far. It's very unassuming from the outside but take my word you won't be disappointed. It's become the only place we go for sushi. Haven't tried anything yet that I haven't thoroughly loved, so get a wide variety and enjoy!
(5)
Jessica T.
Great food, great presentation!
(4)
Jennifer K.
Awesome sushi. Staff was friendly. We went on a Friday night and our food came out do fast we couldn't believe it. There are tons of great rolls to choose from. We will surely be coming back !
(5)
Heather H.
I've been quite a bit of a sushi-guru for many years. I've eaten sushi in multiple cities, states, and countries -- I can't possibly even tell you about all of them. Point is, I have mad sushi-cred, and therefore, fellow reader, you should consider my review seriously when I say: Mizu Sushi, in Parma Ohio, United States -- Is the best sushi I have ever had. The place is fairly small, and unimpressive when you merely LOOK at it -- sure, it doesn't have a mini-bridge and pond inside like Shinto, no fancy state of the art hibachi grills, nor expensive-looking modern deco... But it has, without a doubt, THE BEST SUSHI EVER. Hands down. The end. Your quest for delicious sushi is OVER. Now, go give them your business-- they deserve it more than anyone else. However, be warned: it's not a cheap place to eat--however, that will not detract from THIS 5 star review. Also, the staff is friendly.
(5)
Mike S.
Consistently fresh and delicious. A wonderful find in an unassuming little strip mall.
(4)
Cecilia E.
Mizu is one of my favorite spots for sushi. My husband always said the pieces were too small, but I disagree. $3 rolls on Tuesday! Friendly wait staff, high quality sushi, just delicious. Try the Snow White. Huge pieces of three different fishes wrapped elegantly in pink seaweed with avocado...just heavenly.
(4)
Ann P.
My husband and I had a groupon to use, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and the food. Everything we tried was interesting, fresh tasting, and well presented. Mexican Roll with paper-thin slices of jalapenos on top was GREAT! Another sushi with mango on top was really interesting - sweet yet tangy. We can't wait to go again!
(5)
Katherine W.
Yummy, fast sushi, friendly staff! The location isn't the best, but the inside is quite nice. I ordered some sashimi, a house salad (I LOVE GINGER dressing - yum!) and a sakura roll. Everything was delicious! The waitress was super sweet. If I'm back for work, I will return!
(4)
Jennifer H.
i now live 1300 miles away, but always make a point to visit at least once when i'm in town. they are all so friendly and hospitable, the food is creative with a large selection (my favorite is the christmas roll!), and it is a comfortable place to meet with a group of friends.
(5)
Bronwen P.
I bought the groupon for this place and had decent expectations after reading some of the reviews here. I was actually even more impressed with my actual experience. The food is very fresh. We got a few of their specialty rolls and then also got a few of the regular rolls and everything was very tasty. The service is what impressed me the most. The restaurant space was small but we were constantly well taken care of. Things of note: They have a happy hour from 4:30-6pm everyday that the regular rolls are only $3. Also, as said in another review, this place is in a strip mall. From the outside it dose not look anywhere as nice as the meal I got there.
(4)
Matt B.
Best sushi in the city. We live in Cleveland Heights, but drive the half hour to come here when we're in the mood for sushi.
(5)
Dee A.
This is for mostly just the sushi as my group didn't really order anything else. There was six of us and we each ordered a different roll. We also tried the tempura sweet potatotes which were crispy and good and some special appetizer that tasted just like crab rangoon. I actually haven't been to that many sushi places in Cleveland but this one was really good. I ordered the sashimi platter. 16.95 for 14 pieces of sashimi, salad and miso soup. That really is one of the best prices I've seen anywhere. I like having the chef pick the cuts of fish. Usually if you do get the sashimi, the chef gives whatever is the freshest and best at the moment. Our platter pretty much rocked. So so so good. It had salmon (never go wrong there), tuna, white fish, mackerel and toro. Raw fish is one of my absolute favorite things on this earth so I just went to town on it. It was hard sharing it but everything else looked so tempting I gave it up. My favorite of the other rolls were the Iron Man and the Fire Island. I was in a sushi coma and don't really remember the names of the other ones. But everything was either delicious to pretty standard. We had the fried bananas and red bean mochi for dessert. The mochic was just two mochi balls cut up with whipped cream. Something I could make at home. The fried bananas were hot and mushy inside with a tempura batter. They were pretty good and given to us by the manager/owner/sushi chef. The service was really good as well. However, one thing I wasn't a fan of is that as soon as I sat down i was given a cup of tea. After receiving my bill I saw that I was charged 1.95 for it. I probably would have ordered it anyways but it's nice to have the option. Oh well, it's not going to stop me from coming back!
(4)
Melanie M.
(By the way - the area code is 216 and not 614 - I put in for Yelp to change this, but we'll see how long it takes.) The 20% off discount goes through the end of this week!! After the 20% discount ends, I am told there will be a daily Happy Hour from 4:30-6:00 which will feature Regular Rolls for $3.00. There is also a Daily Special which is a different deal every day on 2 Special Rolls from the sushi bar, and 1 Entree from the kitchen. Today was my second time back (this time for lunch). The employees are so nice!! They were very accommodating to my requests. I tried a Tofu Teriyaki bento box. It's served with miso soup, house salad (yes, the dressing does contain mayonnaise but I got oil and vinegar instead), steamed rice, tofu & vegetables (teriyaki style). Normally it comes with a California Roll and shumai (shrimp dumpling), but they were nice enough to substitute an avocado roll. All of that for $6.95 - I was more than satisfied (and am now a little sleepy)!! Oh, and the music today was very pleasant - instrumental and very appropriate for the setting. Give this place a try soon!!! Catch the 20% off while you can, and then don't forget about the Happy Hour!!
(4)
Dave R.
I'm giving Mizu an extra star for the pure surprise factor. When Mizu first opened, I was really afraid to try out a sushi place, in Parma...in a small strip mall. I've been here probably 7 or 8 times and gotten something different each time and have yet to come away disappointed. I love sushi and try it all over the place, so to have something so fresh and creative here in Parma is literally baffling. It's tough to recommend anything because everyone's preferences vary, but while I love sushi and sashimi, their creative rolls are really excellent. My one and only complaint though is that the portions are on the smaller side. Overall, it's an outstanding, unassuming place in a city you'd least expect it to be.
(4)
Claire M.
The sushi is fantastic!! They were very busy on the night we visited and we had to wait a while to get our order - but it was worth the wait! All of our dishes were elegant fresh and tasted great.
(5)
Jose R.
First time here, food was really good, good service and not expensive. They have some really good special. I gotta say its worth the drive from Lakewood.
(5)
Robert M.
The first time I drove by Mizu, I couldn't help but wonder how on earth a sushi restaurant located in a dive strip center between a check-cashing/carryout establishment and a Subway could possibly be worth trying. However, after reading other reviews I decided to give it a try. Being from Cincinnati, I was eager to find a good sushi restaurant while working in Cleveland and Mizu turned out to be just the thing. I've been there 3 or 4 times and all the rolls, sushi and sashimi have been great (particularly the spicy yellowtail). However, their spicy salad is very unique and - IMHO - quite spectacular.
(4)
Lance T.
Was not over all impressed, just ok for the price comparable to wild ginger but more $$. Will stick with sushi 86.
(2)
Theresa C.
Normal small japanese restaurant. Went here since it was close Freeway Lanes and we wanted to go bowling afterwards. The waitress was friendly upon arrival and asked if we were Chinese. She then proceeded to speak to us in Chinese. We ordered the Love Boat for 2, which is a nice spread of 16 pieces of sashimi, 10 pieces nigiri and a maki roll and special roll from their menu. This was all nice except for the fact that the sushi chef made the selections for you and you couldn't really change it yourself. The fish tasted very fresh and nicely arranged so all it all, it was more than I would've hoped for a sushi restaurant in a strip mall. Like I said before, nothing especially amazing about anything but if I were in the area and craving Japanese, I'd go back.
(3)
Misti S.
Very yummy! Tried it with a groupon and will be back! Service is wonderful and enjoyed the sushi. Also tried a Fruitie Roll - which is fruit sushi! Very fun!
(5)
Teddy B.
I visited this location when craving the old occupant's Wonton soup. Lucky enough for me, I like Japanese as well as Sushi. We had Sushi since it was on special for 3.00 and it was pretty good. Not much else to say....great atmosphere....cool chef and waitress....fresh rice and the roll was rolled perfectly. Id go here again for Sushi...didnt try much else but options seem ok.
(3)
Christine A.
Just used a groupon and will definitely go back. We had the butterfly and mizu rolls, which were excellent.
(4)
Monica S.
Mizu was not a bad sushi place for Cleveland! I ordered a lobster roll (favorite!) among other specialty rolls that didn't require soy sauce and wasabi. It was pretty decent although the fish didn't taste especially fresh. But what can you expect from Cleveland, right? My only qualm about this place was that they were pretty slow. Despite having only 1 other person in the restaurant the wait for our food was especially long, and they came out one at a time. Not bad though, I'd go back.
(3)
David T.
An old high school friend and I reconnected. The last time she was in San Diego, we had sushi, so when I rolled into town for the holidays, it was time to have sushi in Cleveland. She recommended a place that had just opened and I knew of the area. It was in Parma. Parma? Yes, Parma. Parma? I invited my roommate, another common friend of ours from high school that had never had sushi in her life, and friend who is in seminary, who the day before had too much Christmas Ale and puked twice. He's a huggy drunk. I'll be honest, I had my reservations about the place, especially when I saw their rolls which were small and thin. The only time small and thin is a positive thing is when I'm trying to describe a date. Outside of that, small and thin are never positives when referring to penis sizes or sushi rolls. But with that said, I don't rolls or do bento boxes or care for people flipping my food on a grill (I actually have uncles that do that for a living), but what I do care for is sashimi. I simply eat raw fish and let me say, their sashimi quality and price are almost the best I've seen. The pieces are large and you can get an 18 piece of sashimi for around 20 dollars. That is almost unheard of in California. It is easily a 35 to 40 dollar meal here. The cuts are large and flavor was almost artistic. Salmon is my staple, but to my surprise they even had white tuna. Both types of fish melt in your mouth. If you're sophisticated aficionado of sashimi, this is a gem on the west side of town--Parma? Yes, in Parma.
(4)
Drew A.
I never write reviews ever, however this was my first time going to this restaurant and I have to say not only is the service absolutely fantastic but the food is just as good and it is reasonably priced. If you like sushi or bento boxes this is the place to go!!! Don't pass this place up my friends!! Drew
(5)
Daniel A.
I don't know how to rate this place. Really. They have a good selection of sushi and sashimi if you are looking for variety of that sort. The big plus is that there are no hibachi grill and no obnoxious people at ogling at the flaming onion tower. I love japanese food and would venture to say from my lunch experience today, they are almost there. They lack in a certain quality about they way they prepared their dishes. I'll share a few things. I ordered a few items to see how they do overall. So here's what I ordered. From the lunch menu: Chicken Katsu Bento Box (comes with salad and miso soup), yakitori, and salmon sashimi. Can't really comment about miso soup or the salad. Pretty standard for american japanese cuisine dining experience. The sashimi was fresh and nicely presently but a bit pricy (3 for 2 piece). And this is where they lack in that certain Japanese quality. The rice on their bento box is long grain jasmine rice. Sorry. But that's not japanese. Short grain and starchy for bento box, please. The other item i felt was not up to par was their yakitori. The chicken was boiled and teriyaki sauce was poured over it after it was skewered with pieces of green pepper and onion. Yakitori is supposed to be grilled. so if you're serving yakitori you better make sure there's some sort of flame doing some caramelization. That's how you make the yaki real tori. really. So the long and short of my review is this, sushi, sushi rolls and sashimi are a go. Others, I'll hold off. Don't get me wrong. They service was excellent. They were attentive and for the most part easy to understand. So if you're in for some sushi or sashimi. Give Mizu a try, if you're in the area.
(3)
Jon S.
Delicious food, friendly staff, good prices. I'll come back.
(4)
Ron C.
Fantastic Sushi. New Resident to the Cleveland. As I am a fan of Sushi, I went to every restaurant in the Cleveland area. Mizu is by far the best when it comes to quality, cost, and variety. I highly recommend to all.
(5)
Q C.
i am from California so I tried pretty good sushi before. Yaki Udon was good. Pink lady roll was above average. and we had crazy eel that i would say it's pretty good as well. the green tea mochi was more than below average so i wouldn't recommend it.
(4)
Aes X.
Probably the best sushi restaurant in Cleveland! The quality of the fish and dishes is high, and the prices are low and reasonable. Plus, half-price rolls on Tuesdays and Wednesdays make it even better! The special house rolls here are better than those of higher-priced restaurants, and the staff is friendly and service quick. Definitely a place to try for both sushi lovers and novices alike. We had miso soup + salad, spicy yellowtail, tuna avocado, and Philadelphia maki rolls, and the Snow White Maki special roll.
(5)
Kristen W.
I'm a sushi fanatic, and have been itching to share my love with my stubborn parents for a while now. While home for a weekend from college, I hopped online to look for a good restaurant to take them to for their first sushi experience. I quickly found out that our area is fairly limited - I really only found a few pricey, popular sushi restaurants. My favorite sushi place at school is a quiet and cozy hidden treasure, and I really hoped to find one back home. I came across Mizu, read a couple raving reviews, and showed the website to my parents. After the initial freakout ("ewww! I will NOT eat raw fish!"), my parents immediately attacked the location. It is nestled in on the corner of Brookpark and Tiedeman, which is a far cry from the optimum setting of a place with such a sensitive menu. Somehow, I got them in the car and dragged them down to the restaurant. The first comment out of my dad was "Oh, a completely vacant parking lot on a Friday night. This oughta be great." My stomach dropped when we entered the completely empty dining room, but I was pleased by the decor - understated and classic oriental looking. I immediately ordered the edamame to fill my parents mouths before they could start complaining. Any fan of Japanese food I would expect knows how awesome edamame is, and it was the first step Mizu took in winning my parents (and myself!) over. After much deliberation, my father and I decided on a specialty rolls while my mother elected for sweet potato tempura and shrimp/cucumber rolls, still against the raw fish aspect. I was immediately impressed by my Iron Man roll - it was FANTASTIC! I definitely recommend it for salmon lovers. My mother was content with her rolls but favored the sweet potato. I was completely shocked by my father's reaction - he was SO in love with his Green Hat roll, he savored it and literally cleaned his plate and ate all the garnishments, then ordered a philly roll (which he also enjoyed) to top it off! All of the rolls were presented beautifully. The staff was great - very attentive and patient with my indecisive and uncultured family (we even received complimentary watermelon). We were only set back $44 - what a deal for 5 orders of sushi, plus 1 drink! My parents are now absolutely in love with this place and plan to make regular visits. I've been to my fair share of sushi restaurants and count this among the best in variety and quality of rolls, as well as value. The location really is a shame - it's set in a strip on a busy road in a not so good neighborhood - I think it could really thrive somewhere like North Royalton, where it seems to me there is a bigger sushi following. The word really needs to get out about this place - I'd hate to see such a great restaurant go down due to lack of business. Please, give Mizu a try!
(5)
Morgan H.
One word - YUMMY!!!!! Unique rolls - great selection!
(5)
Rebecca J.
I gave this place the benefit of my doubt and tried it after hearing such amazing reviews from coworkers. I must say, I am so glad I did! Upon recommendation, I ordered a teriyaki chicken bento box. It was incredible!! It comes with a whole chicken breast, a California roll, 2 shrimp dumplings, rice, a salad, and miso soup all for the bargain price of $8!!! I also called ahead so they would have it ready when I arrived and they had it all set up at a table and covered in Saran Wrap to keep it warm. The staff was friendly and helpful. I really can't think of One bad thing to say..5stars all the way around!
(5)
Timothy S.
Halfway between Rt 77 and Rt 71 there is a little place named Parma. Although not know for its culinary choices or eclectic taste, Parma and in particular the Brookpark and Tiedeman area, hide a jem. If you can find Wal-mart, Sam's Club or Home Depot you can find Mizu Sushi. When you drive up, don't be fooled by its strip mall location. When you walk in, don't discouraged by its simplicity. The food here is a treat. Visually the chef makes sure to put the type of presentation together you cant find at any downtown location. You can actually watch the his concentration while preparing each dish. This is not just a meal, it is an art, and for some reason I had forgotten that. Note that you may not eat at the exact same time as the rest of your group, they bring it as its made, but if you can share you are in for something special. Start with a Mizu salad; crab, shrimp, salmon and a thin layer of avocado over it. Don't miss the Christmas Roll with the freshest tuna, eel sauce, and a topper of spicy crab. The Rock'n'Roll is crunchy and delicious. The Parma Roll is great tribute to the last place I thought of when it comes to sushi perfection. If you love sushi take 480 toward Tiedeman and look for an area called Parma.
(5)
Jeremiah W.
Great food, great service, great atmosphere. I can't say enough about Mizu Sushi. I've been there 3 times now and thus far everything is just fantastic.
(5)
Amber M.
This was my second trip to Mizu for takeout - both have left me completely underwhelmed. I've tried a total of 5 rolls and none of them were good enough that I'd want to get them again. When I went in today, there were 2 tables of 2 people in the restaurant eating at the time. I placed my order and waited 25 minutes. A couple came in and was seated. I waited another 15 minutes. The couple that came in 15 minutes prior had already eaten their soup and their entree was delivered to their table just before my takeout was brought to me. Also, while I was waiting, the gentleman who was making the sushi squatted down and sneezed repeatedly in front of the sushi. Now, I assume he squatted down in the hope that he would sneeze below the sushi he was preparing, but I was completely disgusted nonetheless. I ordered the Sakura, Dynamite and the Stop Light roll. None of the 3 is worth writing home about and I wouldn't order any of them again. In fact, based on the length of time I had to wait for my 3 rolls, I would not try Mizu again. I'm terribly disappointed because I really wanted to like this place!
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Ashley L.
Mizo is just the best. It's totally a hidden jem that we've overlooked for so many sad years until a friend suggested it to us. They've got specials all throughout the week (check online for days and times) and be aware that they close for about an hour in the day (again, check for times). The vegetable and miso soups are wonderful. The mango and crouching tiger roll are awesome as well as all of their other rolls (salmon and tuna and eel, oh my!) Stuck to the sushi because it's done so well I never want to stray. Throw some sake and green tea ice cream in there and float right off to happy land. Service is always great, and I think they've got coupons online.
(5)
Cara L.
All good sushi restaurants are in Parma! My first visit was fantastic and I have added it to my top sushi picks in NEO. The size of the sushi rolls for the price that Mizu charges is amazing! This is the first place I have been in a long time that I actually enjoyed eel in my sushi. One of my favorite things is that they give you a menu of sushi filled with pictures so you know exactly what the roll will look like when they set it in front of you. It's the simplest things that go a long way in my opinion! My boyfriend and I ordered the Christmas Roll, Shrimp Roll, Crazy Tuna Roll and the Rock and Roll. They were all equally delicious. I can't wait to visit again and try the Green Tea ice cream that other yelpers have posted about!
(5)
Alyssa H.
There was a Mizu where I used to live so I figured this one wouldn't be bad. The sushi (philadelphia rolls) was delicious, however the service was terrible. My online order didn't go through until 30minutes after I got there and the woman who was being hostess got very upset with me for coming and asking for an order that wasn't there. But as I sat waiting, I heard them yell my order with my name, half an hour later. Not only was I way over my lunch by the time I even got back, but they forgot chopsticks and my eel sauce. I will make the drive to the Mizu in Warren/Niles. This one was just disappointing.
(3)
Joshua H.
Must go for lunch. It was packed for lunch, and deservedly so. It was so cheap and so good. Entrees come with garden salad and miso soup. Service was awesome and very quick to refill your waters or get you more wasabi. 5 stars for great sushi and great service.
(5)
Jason H.
Good sushi! Quick and good quality. Had lunch here- got my sushi fix. Nothing fancy, but fresh and easy :) I recommend if you're in area and hungry for sushi.
(4)
Grant W.
Our seemingly endless search for amazing sushi has come to a (temporary) end at Mizu -- a wonderful little Japanese restaurant tucked away in a thoroughly unbecoming little corner of Parma. Every roll we had was top-notch, and the prices are quite fair. Our non-sushi-eating son ordered Shrimp Tempura and loved every bite. We will definitely be back. Only con: service a bit slow/inattentive at times.
(5)
Nancy K.
DELICIOUS! Easily one of the best sushi spots in Cleveland! I had the Hawaiian and Parma rolls and both were awesome
(5)
David G.
I have been to Mizu many times and have always enjoyed the experience. The staff is very friendly and remembered me after my second visit. The sushi is top notch without a top notch price. The sushi chef always comps me a little something (as is usual when a good sushi chef gets to know you). They have a diverse menu and a picture book of the different sushi. Additionally, they offer special sushi preperations on an almost nightly basis. Combine that with the sushi "happy hour" pricing and the other menu items and you have a great little hidden gem of a restaurant. If you like sushi and don't want to pay a fortune for it, give Mizu a try!
(5)
Jennifer W.
I generally try not to complain about businesses and generally try to live by the "if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing at all" rule.... But the things is, I have soooo many nice things to say about this place. It's great! But, the last couple of times have been nothing short of infuriating. After my second to last visit, I kind of said "Never Again", but went back this past Wednesday and had pretty much the SAME thing happen again... I really hope Mizu pinpoints what is causing the problems and fixes it, because it really is a great place. On my latest visit: my boyfriend and I stopped in on Wednesday (which happens to be $3 roll night). The place was pretty busy, but we were seated right away....and then waited 20 minutes for anyone to bring water or menus. We ordered our wine and sushi right away, because we didn't know when or if the waitress would ever come back if we took any more time. An hour later (literally, almost to the minute), we reached the point of that awkward "Should we pay for our drinks and just leave? Where else would we go? By the time we drive somewhere else, the food here would be ready probably" debate. But...we flagged down our waitress to see how much longer it would take. She picked "5 minutes" as her arbitrary answer, and we decided to wait it out. Fifteen to 20 minutes later, she came back and said they were working on our order then. So... About 10 minutes after that, we got our order. It was, as always, crazy delicious and perfect - and of course the $3 deal is amazing. BUT - I was very disappointed overall with the way the staff dealt with the long wait times. There was a lot of unhappy murmuring: Every other table was getting as confused and grumpy as we were, and no one got any kind of apology or explanation or acknowledgement or ANYTHING. Just a long, inexplicable wait time. Surprisingly, only one table actually spoke up about the ridiculous long wait and lack of service, to which the manager loudly announced: "Sorry, we have a lot of carry-out orders!" That's totally understandable, but... I've gotta think that the restaurant would want to prioritize the customers who are physically in the restaurant, especially when the wait time ends up being, from beginning to end, nearly two hours. I won't say "Never Again", because the sushi really is delicious, but... I'm thinking carryout is probably the way to go from now on.
(4)
Susan K.
OK, they have great food, but the service is seriously awful. They are nice enough, but it's like they have NO idea how to split up sections. It seems like whoever is standing around will take the order...or not, depending on of one's of the sushi chef's (not sure that's the correct term) screams at them to wait on you. This is the 3rd time that's happened. I almost want to grab the manager and tell him how to seat and wait on tables. I feel bad because I love the food. For instance, I went last weekend and almost left because I couldn't get a drink, yet the server was constantly piling on food at the table right next to me, all while pretending that I wasn't there. There were a total of 4 tables, including lonely ol' me, sitting alone (natch). I really hope they get it together. I tipped the server because I'm not a dick, but I certainly didn't do more than 10%. I really just wanted to not eat at home alone. I didn't want entertainment, but I DID want to eat. Anyway, I'd give the food 4 stars, but with the service....nope.
(3)
Bill M.
Hands down BEST SUSHI IN CLEVELAND! 寿å¸ã¯ãŠã„ã—ã„ã§ã™ I signed up for Yelp just so I could leave this review! I have been eating at Mizu for about 2 years now and have passed the word to many friends. This place is a diamond in the rough. I only found it because I was in the area and Siri pointed them out. Not fancy. Not always fast. But if you want GREAT sushi, this is the place to go. I have had sushi all over the place (west side, downtown, east side, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Tokyo, Yokohama, Kobe and Kyoto) and Mizu equals or surpasses the best of them. While their standard Maki rolls, Sushi and Sashimi are great, make sure you try some of their special rolls. The Tiger Shogun Roll (Tempura Lobster) is to die for! The Butterfly Roll (Tempura Shrimp, Eel, with Mango wrap) is just incredible. And for fellow Salmon lovers, try the Yellow Stone Roll (Spicy Salmon, Salmon and Mango). If you think Mango sounds weird for sushi (as I once did), you have got to trust me and give it a try. Incredible! The special rolls have sauces on them so you don't typically dip them in soy sauce like a regular roll. And, in case you have never had Tonkatsu (deep fried pork cutlet with a Katsu dipping sauce), you have got to try it! My Japanese friends made if for us 20 some years ago and it is fantastic. The appetizer is only like $5 or so. Yum!!! Ok, that's it, I am going tonight! The staff is also great, by the way. Sushi Chef Peter and his apprentice usually present the regulars with a surprise appetizer -- different each time -- great every time. Lili, the owner, comes by to chat and makes sure all is well. Leah and the two or three other servers are always super friendly. They have my hot saki ready for me before I even ask. Don't tell too many people about this place. We should keep it our little secret!
(5)
Kristen W.
I didn't expect much from this strip mall sushi joint, but groupon in hand, I was ready for my sushi fix. The dining room was extremely small and crowded but not to the point where it was a turn off. We went with the crazy no 1 roll and another specialty roll with spicy tuna and crab, along with Philly roll, sweet potato roll, and spicy shrimp roll. All of them were good with the two specialty rolls being the stand outs. It was enough for two of us and the sushi was all good! Although, with all of the other sushi joints around I probably wouldn't come back here without a coupon or something. Or maybe for the $3 regular rolls all day Tuesday and Wednesday!
(4)
Mo A.
Sushi was very good here! We had the spicy tuna, spicy salmon, Ohio role and the rainbow roll. They followed my cardinal rule of not layering my sushi with sauce or other crap... For me this really allows for the flavor of the fish to come out and it shows that they aren't trying to hide any poor quality fish. My only wish is that took American Express.
(4)
Mark L.
Decided to give this place another chance after giving it a pretty harsh review a few years ago. By the way, ever look at your old reviews and think, "Wow, I sound like such a prick"? No? Just me? Anyway... Came here for sushi happy hour. Their HH menu is kinda small, with rolls that didn't really appeal to me, so I ended up supplementing my original order with some regular menu items. HH rolls I tried were shrimp tempura, futomaki, and spicy tuna. The shrimp tempura roll was good. The futo was OK. The spicy tuna was not so much. All three rolls were much smaller than what you can get at other places. The futo in particular actually looked like a half roll. The regular menu items were the Winter Roll, a specialty roll which was pretty good despite how bland it looked, and a chirashi entree, which I usually get to test how good a sushi restaurant's raw fish offerings are. It wasn't very good here. The fish was uncomfortably warm and tasteless. I left with a better impression than the last time, but still think this place is just OK. Still better options out there. Oh and I just remembered that our waittress called the chirashi "sarachi", which I've heard people use to mispronounce "sriracha", and the futomaki "photo-maki". Lol? You're a waitress and you can't pronounce the menu items? C'mon Man!
(3)
Charity H.
Don't discount Mizu based on its shady strip mall location. This is my go-to place for inexpensive, fresh, tasty sushi! Highlights - Lunch specials at great prices, daily happy hour from 4:30 - 6 p.m. and ALL DAY Happy hour on Tuesday and Wednesday - all regular rolls are $3/each. The restaurant is small and always packed for happy hour, especially on Tues./Wed. (I stick to carry-out on those days) Lunchtime attracts a decent crowd, but I've never had a wait. The staff is friendly, and they provide a photo look book of their specialty rolls. I appreciate that they don't over stuff their rolls with rice to compensate for low prices. You get the same rolls during regular hours as you do during happy hours. If going for lunch on a happy hour day, I recommend you stick to the 2 or 3 roll lunch special as you pay the same price per roll, but get soup and a salad as well. Salad is typical iceberg lettuce with some shredded carrts and possibly some purple cabbage, or a stray cucumber, topped with a homemade paste-like sweet and tangy carrot/ginger dressing. Soup is a nice cloudy miso broth with chucks of earthy seaweed and bits of tofu. It gets 4 stars as it's a solid performing good place to grab no-frills sushi.
(4)
Julie M.
The best sushi restaurant I have ever been to. They have a wide variety of rolls that go beyond the basic California roll. My personal favorite is the pink lady. The sauce served with it is so delicious you will be scraping the plate. This place is great to take new sushi eaters as their menu come with a picture book. It's much easier to order based on the picture book then the menu. Thus is an absolute must sushi place for all clevelanders.
(5)
Lisha N.
I went at 2:20pm on a Wednesday to celebrate by taking out my partner to a birthday lunch on me. We were the only ones in there our entire lunch, which was fine with me but for some reason the whole time, it felt as if we were being rushed. We had till 3 to order maki rolls at the $3 price, the waitress just had to comment and say no need to rush but u need to order because the sushi bar is closing. Turned me off a little bit, She stood there impatiencently. I moved on and ordered and the food came about 10-15 minutes later.. edamame, then the spring rolls finally the sushi. Everything was great, fresh and tasted on point with what i expected. But the waitress again was kinda like rude with her comments, like she just had to say " well just hand it to me, cause she decided not to turn around" .. because i didnt realize she was standing behind me waiting for me to hand her my plate!! So michelle grabbed it and handed it to her realizing thats what she was waiting for. Its like well, did u have to say that.. and why are u waiting for me to hand u my plate??... just very impatient, rushed.. a little irritating. BUT the food was great and i would eat there again. Part 2 coming soon lol.
(4)
Vi W.
Very solid sushi! I had the lunch sashimi and sushi combo for a very reasonable price and a generous amount of fish. The salmon sashimi was as good as I could hope for, and the other fish were pretty fresh. The only thing I could hope for improvement on was the tuna.. I'm not a huge fan of tuna, so even if it's a little subpar it stands out to me a lot. Overall a great lunch option for good quality sushi in Cleveland!
(4)
Mindy N.
It takes forever for the food to come out and the quality isn't that great. Not worth the price and waiting time. Will not return.
(2)
Lissie L.
Let me just say, the sushi is delicious. The food was not the issue. Came here on Wednesday night around 5:30 and waited an hour for our food. Our appetizer was also forgotten about, but they did bring us a one eventually. The waiter was very apologetic about the appetizer and the wait. They seemed understaffed and very crowded. They do pick up, though! Probably going to go that route next time.
(3)
Amanda M.
Hands down the best sushi in the Brooklyn area. Don't judge it by the fact that it is across from Walmart and next to a sketchy mini-Mart. This place has outstanding sushi and you won't be disappointed. The sushi chefs are very creative with the endless variety of special rolls. I'm a big fan of the sushi and sashimi dinner.
(4)
Amber G.
I have to say this is probably the best hidden place to get sushi from in the Parma/Cleveland/Brooklyn area. Sure there are a few hibachi places, but this restaurant focuses on sushi and they are really good at it. My husband and I have gone for date night, I've gone with friends and I have taken our family here as well. All of the kids even enjoyed it (our youngest doesn't like sushi so he had the fried rice and it was delicious as well). We have never been disappointed.
(5)
Joe K.
ç´ æ™´ã‚‰ã—ã„! (Amazing!) Cleveland is surprisingly, or unsurprisingly, home to many wonderful sushi bars - Mizu is one of the best and nestled south of the city in Parma, which I wouldn't have expected. This joint has some of the best Sushi I've had in the Great State of Ohio, and so many great options too! Which makes it hard to choose from, but as far as problems go, that's not a bad one to have. Mizu is located in a quiet but nice little strip mall and the interior is cozy and welcoming. As my fiancèe and I were greeted, the waitress was very nice, quick, and helpful in deciding. We also appreciated the book of images and labels for each of their sushi rolls. We decided on the 2 roll lunch special with Miso soup and a salad, which was a great deal. Each of our rolls were awesomely delicious, from the crab, cali, salmon, and peanut rolls. Their peanut roll was crunchy and offers a different take on sushi that was a nice change. Our service was swift and attentive as well which made the experience great as well. They also seem to have a selection of great of sake which I will be sure to try on our next visit. As I mentioned, their menu is very extensive (and delicious sounding!) and we absolutely cannot wait to come back. Next time, I'll try their bento boxes which offer up a nice and varied assortment of sushi, shrimp shumai, and other options. They also have a really great happy hour from 430-6pm with the great deal of $3 rolls. Hell Yes, this will for sure be our new Happy Hour sushi joint, you can't beat that. Mizu is a great and authentic Japanese sushi restaurant with a welcoming vibe, great options, delicious sushi, and plenty of Sake and Sapporo to go around! Now excuse me as I go watch Spirited Away...Sushi always puts me in the mood for one of Miyazaki's classic films :)
(4)
Manda C.
Awesome sushi!! Great prices too. The servers are always friendly. Celebrated my birthday here and got to pick a free desert. I didn't have to get the obligatory piece of cake either. Definitely one of the best sushi places in the Cleveland area.
(5)
Kim S.
If you are looking for very good sushi and a laid back atmosphere, look no further. We've stopped in with friends for a meal and ordered online to pick up on the way home from work. Fresh, fun unique signature maki or standard fare..... Yet never standard. Slight language barrier but very friendly staff who work hard to bring great food.
(4)
Mike T.
Since when did Parma become asian town? Between Mely's Kianan, Kumo, Nipa Hut, that highly rated korean restaurant on Pearl and this place, there is plenty of food to make my wife happy. I grew up in Parma and all that was there when I was young were old people and kids with no interest in much of anything, especially other cultures. In the words of Walter Sobchak, a land of nihilists. Anyway, the sushi and service were good. Probably not 4 stars, but at least 3.5. My wife lived in Japan for four years and that's were I met her, so we know sushi... her more than I. Nice joint in an otherwise boring location.
(4)
Teejay B.
I'll be honest, I looked to the Yelp reviews for this one. My friend and I were in the sushi mood and wanted a place we had never been before. So I checked Yelp! This place had some great reviews. The people love it and I was sold. Our server was wonderful! A little strange and he liked to talk a lot but that's not always a bad thing. He was very attentive and made sure our water was always full. We had a hard time choosing what to order, so we got three! The volcano rock was brought to the table first. I wasn't crazy about this one but it had to do with the honey mustard flavored sauce. I hate honey mustard you see, and it had a deep burn in your sinuses. I'm assuming there was some wasabi in it. I love spicy food but this was something completely different. It made me want to tear off my nose and drown it in my water. My friend loved it though, so I know that it was just my taste preferences. Next we had the Parma roll and the Christmas roll. Both delightful! The Parma roll was a little hard to eat with chop sticks but it was very good. Anything with crab on it, I'm sold. The food was great and for a reasonable price.
(4)
Mike G.
I have heard so many good things but was really cautious as it is located in a tiny and dingy looking strip mall. I had a roll and some sushi. If I stuck to the rolls I think my rating would be better. The roll was great, but the sushi was OK. If I come back, I'll stick to the rolls.
(3)
Jay S.
This is my first 5 star review on yelp. Mizu is an amazing sushi spot. 3 dollar rolls on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, dine in or carry out. You can not beat that deal! Quick serves normally and the owners are super nice! I always bring out of town guest here. I moved from Chicago 7 years ago and this is the best spot I have found that is reasonably priced.
(5)
Ryan M.
For starters im a huge sushi fan. My girlfriend and I are constantly going to different sushi bars everywhere we travel. Mizo has a great deal Tuesday and Wednesday and all their regular rolls are only 3$. I suggest the tempura sweet potato roll . This is a smaller place and after only our second time there the server remembered both of us which I found pretty funny. I definitely recommend this place.
(5)
Paul V.
What a wonderful find. Yelp did not steer me wrong on this one. This is a great little spot. The staff is extremely friendly and the sushi was very good.
(5)
Adam R.
This place has never steered me wrong. I was recommended to mizu sushi several years ago and loved it ever since. This was my first time there in about 2 years, and it was just as good as I remembered. They have a very big menu with lots of different sushi rolls to choose from. I was sort of disappointed in the spring rolls, however. They weren't expensive (I think $4.50) and were very tasty, but there was literally about 3 bites of food. So just be aware of that if you decide to go with them. Other than that, I was completely satisfied with everything about this cozy little sushi spot. If you're a sushi lover and haven't been here, you have to check it out!
(5)
P W.
Mizu is a great value for sushi. There is a happy hour every day from 4:30 to 6 pm (except for Sunday). Regular rolls are $3 during this time window. I enjoy the sushi here more than at the lunch buffet at Tomo. Lunch specials at Mizu are excellent and affordable. A tofu bento box is around $7 with miso soup and salad. I enjoy Ginko although I would like to retire between the ages of 50-55. Pacific East is a nice place yet sometimes out of the way. Mizu has a calm atmosphere. The service is excellent. I looked at the Yelp app on my last visit and noticed people discussing the Parker Roll. Parker Roll piqued my interest. My parents gave me the name of Parker before the name surged in popularity. Now it is acceptable to call your offspring wacky words like Parker. My friend Phil text messaged me today and thanked me for writing such good Yelp reviews. He also inquired about meeting for lunch in the near future because he is working nearby in Independence. He ended the conversation with the following: Oh. Btw. The Parker roll at mizu is sort of named after you. Nikki n I used to go there all the time and they named a special roll after our kid Parker whom would most likely not have the name if I didn't know u. Mind blown? Try the Parker Roll in my honor!
(5)
Craig L.
Don't judge a book by it's cover. This place is fantastic. The sushi is top notch and service is even better. Who cares it's across from Walmart. Been here many times and each time is just as good. I know they also offer restaurant.com coupons. Typical roles are great but try the Parma roll. Very solid. Don't dismiss because of location or you will miss out.
(4)
Corey K.
Excellent sushi, we have been looking for a small non chain feeling sushi place for a long time and this is the place. Very personal and a lot of great combos of sushi.
(5)
Becca R.
Just had dinner here after our normal Vietnamese place was close. This place was great. Their menu was big with a lot of different options. My hubby got the 1-in1 which had tuna, salmon, crunch and avocado. It was amazing. A friend got the hot roll which he liked and they split a Mexican roll which had a jalapeño pepper on top. It was fresh, unique and delicious. This was a great find and well worth a second visit.
(5)
Jim K.
The sushi was very good, and really decently priced. My lady friend and I had the one called a mexican roll and unless youre a fan of very spicy I dont recommend it. I am so I found the thin slice of raw jalapeno a treat. The only reason Im giving it 4 stars and not 5 is solely based on the fact they definitely needed another server. Her and I sat for almost 5 minutes before our drink orders were taken. Minus that Ill definitely be back again whenever I get a sushi craving.
(4)
Demra C.
My favorite local sushi place. Choices are amazing menu is very large .Favorites are the peppered tuna and raw scallops . However can't go wrong with any roll. Service is spot on . Also enjoy the sake menu.
(5)
Gene G.
Let me start by saying that I am no expert on sushi, but this place is great. I work right up the road, and when my coworkers told me they wanted to take me to a sushi restaurant sandwiched between a Subway and a questionable convenience store in a Parma strip mall I was understandably skeptical. I couldn't help but have flashbacks to the gastrointestinal discomfort I felt after an all-you-can-eat sushi experiment during my high school years in rural PA... But I was pleasantly surprised by Mizu. They serve some of the best sushi I've had in Cleveland, and although my sample size is small I can certainly say that the majority of people would be pleased with the quality here. They have a pretty nifty $3 roll deal certain days of the week that I have partaken in a number of times. The deal only applies to their more simple rolls, but it's worth the savings. They also have a nice lunch deal where you get the soup, salad, and three rolls for something like $15. I used to hit this deal two or three times a week before I realized I was poor and I should go back to eating ham slices without bread for lunch every day so I can keep paying my rent. As far as complaints, I really don't have any. It's kind of small and sometimes the service is slow, but I'm usually not mad that they keep me from going back to work for an extra ten minutes. Their bathrooms could probably use a thorough cleaning, and they do have a creepy waving cat statue on the bar, but otherwise it is a wonderful establishment. Final verdict: I love it. I know right now you're asking: "Gene, haven't you eaten sushi at Get-Go before?" and the answer is yes. That was my Thanksgiving dinner one year. But I can confidently say this place is 1000x better than Get-Go. I would eat lunch here every day if I wasn't poor. If they ditch that waving cat statue and I might eat here every day anyway, screw the rent.
(5)
brandon k.
My favorite sushi that I've found in the Cleveland area so far. It's located in a dingy little strip joint but once you get inside the food is fantastic. We absolutely love the "Fire Island" roll, an extra spicy roll stuffed with jalapenos and other goodies. We also love the service. If you sit up at the sushi bar on a busy night, the chefs will often serve up some complimentary snacks to help ease the wait.
(5)
Michelle B.
Some of the best sushi I've ever had, which isn't saying much since I am not a sushi connoisseur and I'm also not very adventurous (I stick with spicy shrimp, shrimp tempura, california, sweet potato), but I am never disappointed and I always leave happy. Really friendly staff, and on Tuesdays and Wednesdays they have discounted regular rolls. YUM!
(5)
Michele G.
I drove 20 minutes while in town after reading about the sushi cake on the menu. I went with hopes that it would be a layered sushi dish like a tuna tower...greatly dissappointed! The menu is misleading...what it should say is -a sushi roll smooshed together with salmon, sauce, and a cherry on top because sadly that is what it was.(you can see in the pic I posted) The sushi was just ok, nothing special . The miso soup, tasted awful and smelled horrible. Sorry, can't really give a great review for this place. I'm not sure how it gets 5 stars from everyone...
(2)
Sam M.
I know that sushi is a very personal food for many people. So to say this is the BEST sushi in CLE may not be the the review you're looking for. Let's start with the space itself. It in a small retail strip on Brookpark road, blink and you'll miss it. Cozy and clean on the inside but not pretentious, tables are pretty close together so it feels a little cramped if it's busy. The service is friendly and helpful with questions, and just plain fun to talk with. On to the sushi. Wow! Simply put, they do it right here. Everything is fresh and well prepared, from simple spicy tuna rolls to their amazing specialty rolls like the Dragon and Christmas rolls. For those of us who like Uni the have it on the menu but it's not always available. My girl and I were told however if it's something you really want they would order it with some advance notice. I'd give them a firm date and at least a week, also plan for a group so that the product is consumed. Uni is a delicacy and not for everyone so be prepared to eat what you order. Now, is it the best sushi in CLE? Well, I think it's pretty darn good and worth your attention. Then you can chime in and tell me what you think. Bon a petit!!!
(5)
Jason B.
From the outside you would consider turning around, especially being in a strip mall. If you are smart you will venture inside and see what this small but nice place has to offer. Good food, reasonable prices, polite staff, and a very hospitable owner.
(4)
Kevin B.
Very happy that I was introduced to this out of the way place.
(4)
Kristine C.
I gave it a four star coz the food was good but not too perfect coz it was a bit pricey. $4-5 for 2pcs sashimi.
(4)
Josh M.
My girlfriend and I love this place. The menu has many options to cover whatever preference you have with sushi. The rolls are all great and the place is very comfortable and casual. The staff is all very friendly and helpful as well. Favorite sushi in Cleveland.
(5)
Joyce H.
Came here for a friend's birthday party. Overall, it was a decent Midwestern style Japanese restaurant (though it is Chinese run). We had a snafu with seating for our large group, resulting in some confusion and disorganization among the servers. We ordered several special rolls to split amongst a small group. There's a lot of mayo, tempura, sweet elements (like mango) and cheese included in many of the rolls. Also, lots and lots of sauce. Out of the 4 rolls, I think my favorite was the Amazing Roll..
(3)
Chloe W.
100% best sushi restaurant in Cleveland,the sushi is very juicy and fried wuton is delicious
(5)
Ashleigh S.
Awesome! Crouching tiger roll,spicy mayo on the side. Love this place! My husband gets the Winter Roll. If you are not a nori or raw fish person, the winter roll is a great choice because it has a soy wrapper instead of nori with tempura shrimp...I have never had a disappointing visit here
(4)
Stephanie W.
We departed our home on a Saturday evening, craving some carry-out sushi...we turned to Yelp for some recommendations and decided to try Mizu after reading some of the reviews. It's not a great location, and the entire shopping plaza is a little run down, but hey, if good sushi awaits... I am vegan, so I always sample the vegetable and tofu options offered by sushi restaurants, and I was very happy with the selection here. We ordered online (which was awesome) and I created some of my own rolls, which was great. I went veg-heavy and was pleasantly surprised by the size of the rolls and the quality of the ingredients. The tempura sweet potato sushi was a really nice treat - wow. Even my carnivorous husband wanted in on that action. The rolls were a great size and I thought the prices were good. Since I always stick with cheap vegetable sushi, I tend to be put off by places that charge a ton for basically rice and some cucumber. Not here. Here I felt like we were well taken care of. My husband went for the winter roll and the California roll and was really happy with both. After trying several sushi places in the area over the past few months, this is now officially our favorite.
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Greg H.
We are regulars here and it is by far the best sushi in the area. The pink lady roll is our favorite.
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Kim T.
This is the closest sushi place to my house and since I crave sushi constantly, I've been frequenting it quite a bit lately. It's small, the servers are all really friendly, the sushi is good. It's not the best sushi place in Cleveland but it's a fantastic place to go when you want some creative rolls. I've tried quite a few of the larger rolls and every time that I think that I've found a favorite, I try something new and it becomes my new favorite. They have great specials too.
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Ruchu T.
Being one of the few places to offer sushi around Parma/Brooklyn has it's perks. I was here on a Monday night and the restaurant got fairly packed towards the end of our dinner. Seeing that it has an average of four stars, I thought I'd give this place a try (and I had a two-year old restaurant.com certificate). The place is a bit small, fitting maybe 50 guests + a few at the bar. There's not too much Asian inspired decor, which isn't a bad thing. Anyhow, my girlfriend and I ordered miso soup and soft shell crab to start. The crab arrived pretty quickly and was hot. It was somewhat crunchy but the meat lacked texture and was a mushy. The waitress forgot about our soups until I reminded her. For the main course, we ordered scallop sushi, salmon and tuna sashimi, spider roll, and dynamite roll. The scallop sushi was fresh and sweet. The salmon sashimi was definitely the better of the two. The salmon was buttery and smooth, the tuna on the other hand was a bit too chilled and not as buttery. The sushi rolls were nicely presented and wrapped tightly. The soft shell crab in the spider roll was definitely better than the one we had for appetizer. It was crunchier and the meat was denser. I also like the crunch the roman lettuce added to the spider roll. The dynamite roll was topped with thinly sliced mangos with a mayo/mango sauce. In the roll, there was imitation crab, tuna, and avocados. It was different, a bit sweet, and tangy, I liked it. We finished the night with red bean ice cream. The ice cream was delicious, very creamy with just the right amount of sweetness. I need to find this ice cream at the Asian markets!
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Mallory R.
Went here last fall, sorry for the late review. We went a little later at night, around 7 or 8 pm. Restaurant was not crowded and our waiter was VERY attentive. I really cannot remember what we ordered (sorry) but I do remember that all of the sushi we ate was amazing. That is the important part! I really liked how the menu had a photo album of what each sushi dish looked like. Food for the eyes! The service and food were good, and I see no reason to go back. We will definitely visit again, especially because we live so close by! Don't just write it off because it is in a strip mall!
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Ken M.
Excellent Sashimi. Tuna, White Tuna, and Salmon was perfect. Rainbow roll was great too. Prices were very reasonable. Overall great place, my new go to for the CLE airport area!
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Arianne R.
First off, the portions here are significantly larger than the other sushi places in town. My husband and I completely over committed by getting extra sushi rolls because we are so used to getting smaller sizes. We were so full and ended up taking extras home. Second, the fish, rice and other ingredients are very fresh. We are pretty picky about that and agreed that this has been the best so far in Cleveland. Third, the customer service was excellent. Raymond was our waiter and he always made sure we were doing okay and our drinks were full. We will be back often!
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Jennifer D.
Their sushi is excellent and so fresh. The only items I would not recommend are their noodle dishes with beef or chicken, as the meat comes out so dry and tasteless. Their pork tonkatsu off the appetizer menu is very good as well as their seaweed salad. We've tried sushi on all sides of NEO. It's great to have a place in Parma that knows how to do amazing, fresh sushi, comparable to downtown or Tremont places. Great atmosphere too. Definitely check this place out! Also, their regular sushi rolls are $3 all day on Tuesdays/Wednesdays.
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Mo R.
Amazing restaurant this is easily the best sushi restaurant in Cleveland. All of the dishes look and taste great. The staff is extremely pleasant and courteous and the owner is always around making sure your meal is fantastic.
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Eric J.
I am new to sushi and when I heard that some of the best sushi in Cleveland could be found in Parma I had my doubts. When I realized that Mizu was in a tiny strip mall by what looks to be a booze and lottery shop with a chain sandwich shop on the other side, I had second thoughts. I decided to give it a go and find out what it had to offer since it was highly recommended. Upon entering the restaurant we were greeted immediately and seated quickly. I am pretty sure that almost everyone said hello to us which was really nice. Our waitress was kind and timely. We decided to start things off with the spicy crab ragoons which were good. The portion was a good amount for an appetizer and the shells were packed with crab. We then had the christmas and volcano rock rolls. Both rolls were fresh and presented nicely. Each roll came with 8 pieces and was priced fairly. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and great service. I will be back to try more.
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Janine S.
Amazing sushi with a small dining room. We had the Christmas roll, pink lady, 2 in 1, and aso maki specialty rolls. I didn't like the pink lady based on personal preference but the other three were great. They have a small selection of inexpensive beer, wine, and saki. Service was excellent and informative. Would highly recommend Mizu!
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Sara B.
Sushi was excellent! I was actually quite surprised considering this is in a very small shopping center/store front and perhaps not a place you would even consider trying. The chicken fried rice was the best I have ever had. Would definitely eat here again!
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MaryAnn S.
This is hands down, the best sushi I have ever had. Rolls are beautiful and intricate. The Hawaii roll is the best thing I've ever had. Service is good, fast and efficient. They really know what they are doing!!
The food was spectacular and the service was even better! I recommend this place if you are craving sushi. The atmosphere is nice. The miso soup is very good and the crab rangoon was the best I have ever had. They provide a book of menu items along with their pictures to help make the selection easier. If I lived closer, I would certainly be a regular!
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Katie M.
I really enjoy Mizu. I have called ahead and ordered sushi for carry out during dinner service several times and it's been ready in 20 minutes, which is how long it takes me to drive there. You get great service eating in the restaurant too. With the exception of Ginko in Tremont (which is $$$), this is some of the best sushi I've had. I'd say it's definitely worth a try if you're new to sushi or have lots of experience eating it.
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Michelle E.
Mizu sushi is my favorite secret spot for incredible sushi in northeast Ohio. First time I visited, I didn't expect much based on the small plaza and storefront/location..but damn was I impressed. I come here almost on a weekly basis for their tue/wed $3 maki rolls, favorites include the sweet potato tempura roll and salmon avocado roll. I recently tried one of their specialty rolls and didn't understand why I hadn't done so sooner. Very blessed to live less than 30 min from such a hidden gem! Bonus tip-you can even get the $3 maki rolls to go for pickup (they tend to be crowded tue/wed nt)!!
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Kaylyn B.
I've been on a quest for good sushi near Lakewood for so long (this is the one thing Lakewood is lacking!). Mizu is one of the nearest places and so far, the best place I've tried. Good prices and yummy sushi! It always tastes fresh and I love the variety. This is my go-to place on this side of town when I'm in the mood for some rolls!
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Kenny Y.
There was a groupon for this little Japanese place in Parma so I went to go check it out tonight. As other reviewers have mentioned, this restaurant is in a strip mall. In fact, it's right next to a gas station and it's nestled between a Subway and a convenience store with "check cashing" written on its windows. However, the decor inside feels like a Japanese restaurant, it's nice and clean, and it attracts a decent clientele, both Asian and not. They have regular rolls, special rolls, and signature rolls. The regular rolls and the sashimi are very small. Seriously, they are tiny and will not fill you up. However, the special rolls and signature rolls are a good size. They are very creative with these rolls, almost to a fault - for instance, I'm just not sure how well the large amount of mayo, mango and shrimp tempura really jived with each other. However, the fish were very fresh. The service is fantastic and they check on you very often. They must have refilled my water maybe 7 or 8 times tonight, and that's not because I drank 7 full glasses of water. They offer buy 3 get 1 free rolls on Saturday (can't be combined w/ groupon) as well as $3 roll happy hours from 4:30-6pm each day and all day Tuesday and Wednesday.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch, Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
Ashley L.
Mizo is just the best. It's totally a hidden jem that we've overlooked for so many sad years until a friend suggested it to us. They've got specials all throughout the week (check online for days and times) and be aware that they close for about an hour in the day (again, check for times). The vegetable and miso soups are wonderful. The mango and crouching tiger roll are awesome as well as all of their other rolls (salmon and tuna and eel, oh my!) Stuck to the sushi because it's done so well I never want to stray. Throw some sake and green tea ice cream in there and float right off to happy land. Service is always great, and I think they've got coupons online.
(5)Drew A.
I never write reviews ever, however this was my first time going to this restaurant and I have to say not only is the service absolutely fantastic but the food is just as good and it is reasonably priced. If you like sushi or bento boxes this is the place to go!!! Don't pass this place up my friends!! Drew
(5)Aes X.
Probably the best sushi restaurant in Cleveland! The quality of the fish and dishes is high, and the prices are low and reasonable. Plus, half-price rolls on Tuesdays and Wednesdays make it even better! The special house rolls here are better than those of higher-priced restaurants, and the staff is friendly and service quick. Definitely a place to try for both sushi lovers and novices alike. We had miso soup + salad, spicy yellowtail, tuna avocado, and Philadelphia maki rolls, and the Snow White Maki special roll.
(5)Cara L.
All good sushi restaurants are in Parma! My first visit was fantastic and I have added it to my top sushi picks in NEO. The size of the sushi rolls for the price that Mizu charges is amazing! This is the first place I have been in a long time that I actually enjoyed eel in my sushi. One of my favorite things is that they give you a menu of sushi filled with pictures so you know exactly what the roll will look like when they set it in front of you. It's the simplest things that go a long way in my opinion! My boyfriend and I ordered the Christmas Roll, Shrimp Roll, Crazy Tuna Roll and the Rock and Roll. They were all equally delicious. I can't wait to visit again and try the Green Tea ice cream that other yelpers have posted about!
(5)Alyssa H.
There was a Mizu where I used to live so I figured this one wouldn't be bad. The sushi (philadelphia rolls) was delicious, however the service was terrible. My online order didn't go through until 30minutes after I got there and the woman who was being hostess got very upset with me for coming and asking for an order that wasn't there. But as I sat waiting, I heard them yell my order with my name, half an hour later. Not only was I way over my lunch by the time I even got back, but they forgot chopsticks and my eel sauce. I will make the drive to the Mizu in Warren/Niles. This one was just disappointing.
(3)Joshua H.
Must go for lunch. It was packed for lunch, and deservedly so. It was so cheap and so good. Entrees come with garden salad and miso soup. Service was awesome and very quick to refill your waters or get you more wasabi. 5 stars for great sushi and great service.
(5)Jason H.
Good sushi! Quick and good quality. Had lunch here- got my sushi fix. Nothing fancy, but fresh and easy :) I recommend if you're in area and hungry for sushi.
(4)Grant W.
Our seemingly endless search for amazing sushi has come to a (temporary) end at Mizu -- a wonderful little Japanese restaurant tucked away in a thoroughly unbecoming little corner of Parma. Every roll we had was top-notch, and the prices are quite fair. Our non-sushi-eating son ordered Shrimp Tempura and loved every bite. We will definitely be back. Only con: service a bit slow/inattentive at times.
(5)Nancy K.
DELICIOUS! Easily one of the best sushi spots in Cleveland! I had the Hawaiian and Parma rolls and both were awesome
(5)Jennifer W.
I generally try not to complain about businesses and generally try to live by the "if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing at all" rule.... But the things is, I have soooo many nice things to say about this place. It's great! But, the last couple of times have been nothing short of infuriating. After my second to last visit, I kind of said "Never Again", but went back this past Wednesday and had pretty much the SAME thing happen again... I really hope Mizu pinpoints what is causing the problems and fixes it, because it really is a great place. On my latest visit: my boyfriend and I stopped in on Wednesday (which happens to be $3 roll night). The place was pretty busy, but we were seated right away....and then waited 20 minutes for anyone to bring water or menus. We ordered our wine and sushi right away, because we didn't know when or if the waitress would ever come back if we took any more time. An hour later (literally, almost to the minute), we reached the point of that awkward "Should we pay for our drinks and just leave? Where else would we go? By the time we drive somewhere else, the food here would be ready probably" debate. But...we flagged down our waitress to see how much longer it would take. She picked "5 minutes" as her arbitrary answer, and we decided to wait it out. Fifteen to 20 minutes later, she came back and said they were working on our order then. So... About 10 minutes after that, we got our order. It was, as always, crazy delicious and perfect - and of course the $3 deal is amazing. BUT - I was very disappointed overall with the way the staff dealt with the long wait times. There was a lot of unhappy murmuring: Every other table was getting as confused and grumpy as we were, and no one got any kind of apology or explanation or acknowledgement or ANYTHING. Just a long, inexplicable wait time. Surprisingly, only one table actually spoke up about the ridiculous long wait and lack of service, to which the manager loudly announced: "Sorry, we have a lot of carry-out orders!" That's totally understandable, but... I've gotta think that the restaurant would want to prioritize the customers who are physically in the restaurant, especially when the wait time ends up being, from beginning to end, nearly two hours. I won't say "Never Again", because the sushi really is delicious, but... I'm thinking carryout is probably the way to go from now on.
(4)Susan K.
OK, they have great food, but the service is seriously awful. They are nice enough, but it's like they have NO idea how to split up sections. It seems like whoever is standing around will take the order...or not, depending on of one's of the sushi chef's (not sure that's the correct term) screams at them to wait on you. This is the 3rd time that's happened. I almost want to grab the manager and tell him how to seat and wait on tables. I feel bad because I love the food. For instance, I went last weekend and almost left because I couldn't get a drink, yet the server was constantly piling on food at the table right next to me, all while pretending that I wasn't there. There were a total of 4 tables, including lonely ol' me, sitting alone (natch). I really hope they get it together. I tipped the server because I'm not a dick, but I certainly didn't do more than 10%. I really just wanted to not eat at home alone. I didn't want entertainment, but I DID want to eat. Anyway, I'd give the food 4 stars, but with the service....nope.
(3)Bill M.
Hands down BEST SUSHI IN CLEVELAND! 寿å¸ã¯ãŠã„ã—ã„ã§ã™ I signed up for Yelp just so I could leave this review! I have been eating at Mizu for about 2 years now and have passed the word to many friends. This place is a diamond in the rough. I only found it because I was in the area and Siri pointed them out. Not fancy. Not always fast. But if you want GREAT sushi, this is the place to go. I have had sushi all over the place (west side, downtown, east side, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Tokyo, Yokohama, Kobe and Kyoto) and Mizu equals or surpasses the best of them. While their standard Maki rolls, Sushi and Sashimi are great, make sure you try some of their special rolls. The Tiger Shogun Roll (Tempura Lobster) is to die for! The Butterfly Roll (Tempura Shrimp, Eel, with Mango wrap) is just incredible. And for fellow Salmon lovers, try the Yellow Stone Roll (Spicy Salmon, Salmon and Mango). If you think Mango sounds weird for sushi (as I once did), you have got to trust me and give it a try. Incredible! The special rolls have sauces on them so you don't typically dip them in soy sauce like a regular roll. And, in case you have never had Tonkatsu (deep fried pork cutlet with a Katsu dipping sauce), you have got to try it! My Japanese friends made if for us 20 some years ago and it is fantastic. The appetizer is only like $5 or so. Yum!!! Ok, that's it, I am going tonight! The staff is also great, by the way. Sushi Chef Peter and his apprentice usually present the regulars with a surprise appetizer -- different each time -- great every time. Lili, the owner, comes by to chat and makes sure all is well. Leah and the two or three other servers are always super friendly. They have my hot saki ready for me before I even ask. Don't tell too many people about this place. We should keep it our little secret!
(5)Kristen W.
I didn't expect much from this strip mall sushi joint, but groupon in hand, I was ready for my sushi fix. The dining room was extremely small and crowded but not to the point where it was a turn off. We went with the crazy no 1 roll and another specialty roll with spicy tuna and crab, along with Philly roll, sweet potato roll, and spicy shrimp roll. All of them were good with the two specialty rolls being the stand outs. It was enough for two of us and the sushi was all good! Although, with all of the other sushi joints around I probably wouldn't come back here without a coupon or something. Or maybe for the $3 regular rolls all day Tuesday and Wednesday!
(4)Mo A.
Sushi was very good here! We had the spicy tuna, spicy salmon, Ohio role and the rainbow roll. They followed my cardinal rule of not layering my sushi with sauce or other crap... For me this really allows for the flavor of the fish to come out and it shows that they aren't trying to hide any poor quality fish. My only wish is that took American Express.
(4)Mark L.
Decided to give this place another chance after giving it a pretty harsh review a few years ago. By the way, ever look at your old reviews and think, "Wow, I sound like such a prick"? No? Just me? Anyway... Came here for sushi happy hour. Their HH menu is kinda small, with rolls that didn't really appeal to me, so I ended up supplementing my original order with some regular menu items. HH rolls I tried were shrimp tempura, futomaki, and spicy tuna. The shrimp tempura roll was good. The futo was OK. The spicy tuna was not so much. All three rolls were much smaller than what you can get at other places. The futo in particular actually looked like a half roll. The regular menu items were the Winter Roll, a specialty roll which was pretty good despite how bland it looked, and a chirashi entree, which I usually get to test how good a sushi restaurant's raw fish offerings are. It wasn't very good here. The fish was uncomfortably warm and tasteless. I left with a better impression than the last time, but still think this place is just OK. Still better options out there. Oh and I just remembered that our waittress called the chirashi "sarachi", which I've heard people use to mispronounce "sriracha", and the futomaki "photo-maki". Lol? You're a waitress and you can't pronounce the menu items? C'mon Man!
(3)Charity H.
Don't discount Mizu based on its shady strip mall location. This is my go-to place for inexpensive, fresh, tasty sushi! Highlights - Lunch specials at great prices, daily happy hour from 4:30 - 6 p.m. and ALL DAY Happy hour on Tuesday and Wednesday - all regular rolls are $3/each. The restaurant is small and always packed for happy hour, especially on Tues./Wed. (I stick to carry-out on those days) Lunchtime attracts a decent crowd, but I've never had a wait. The staff is friendly, and they provide a photo look book of their specialty rolls. I appreciate that they don't over stuff their rolls with rice to compensate for low prices. You get the same rolls during regular hours as you do during happy hours. If going for lunch on a happy hour day, I recommend you stick to the 2 or 3 roll lunch special as you pay the same price per roll, but get soup and a salad as well. Salad is typical iceberg lettuce with some shredded carrts and possibly some purple cabbage, or a stray cucumber, topped with a homemade paste-like sweet and tangy carrot/ginger dressing. Soup is a nice cloudy miso broth with chucks of earthy seaweed and bits of tofu. It gets 4 stars as it's a solid performing good place to grab no-frills sushi.
(4)Julie M.
The best sushi restaurant I have ever been to. They have a wide variety of rolls that go beyond the basic California roll. My personal favorite is the pink lady. The sauce served with it is so delicious you will be scraping the plate. This place is great to take new sushi eaters as their menu come with a picture book. It's much easier to order based on the picture book then the menu. Thus is an absolute must sushi place for all clevelanders.
(5)Lisha N.
I went at 2:20pm on a Wednesday to celebrate by taking out my partner to a birthday lunch on me. We were the only ones in there our entire lunch, which was fine with me but for some reason the whole time, it felt as if we were being rushed. We had till 3 to order maki rolls at the $3 price, the waitress just had to comment and say no need to rush but u need to order because the sushi bar is closing. Turned me off a little bit, She stood there impatiencently. I moved on and ordered and the food came about 10-15 minutes later.. edamame, then the spring rolls finally the sushi. Everything was great, fresh and tasted on point with what i expected. But the waitress again was kinda like rude with her comments, like she just had to say " well just hand it to me, cause she decided not to turn around" .. because i didnt realize she was standing behind me waiting for me to hand her my plate!! So michelle grabbed it and handed it to her realizing thats what she was waiting for. Its like well, did u have to say that.. and why are u waiting for me to hand u my plate??... just very impatient, rushed.. a little irritating. BUT the food was great and i would eat there again. Part 2 coming soon lol.
(4)Vi W.
Very solid sushi! I had the lunch sashimi and sushi combo for a very reasonable price and a generous amount of fish. The salmon sashimi was as good as I could hope for, and the other fish were pretty fresh. The only thing I could hope for improvement on was the tuna.. I'm not a huge fan of tuna, so even if it's a little subpar it stands out to me a lot. Overall a great lunch option for good quality sushi in Cleveland!
(4)Mindy N.
It takes forever for the food to come out and the quality isn't that great. Not worth the price and waiting time. Will not return.
(2)Lissie L.
Let me just say, the sushi is delicious. The food was not the issue. Came here on Wednesday night around 5:30 and waited an hour for our food. Our appetizer was also forgotten about, but they did bring us a one eventually. The waiter was very apologetic about the appetizer and the wait. They seemed understaffed and very crowded. They do pick up, though! Probably going to go that route next time.
(3)Amanda M.
Hands down the best sushi in the Brooklyn area. Don't judge it by the fact that it is across from Walmart and next to a sketchy mini-Mart. This place has outstanding sushi and you won't be disappointed. The sushi chefs are very creative with the endless variety of special rolls. I'm a big fan of the sushi and sashimi dinner.
(4)Mike T.
Since when did Parma become asian town? Between Mely's Kianan, Kumo, Nipa Hut, that highly rated korean restaurant on Pearl and this place, there is plenty of food to make my wife happy. I grew up in Parma and all that was there when I was young were old people and kids with no interest in much of anything, especially other cultures. In the words of Walter Sobchak, a land of nihilists. Anyway, the sushi and service were good. Probably not 4 stars, but at least 3.5. My wife lived in Japan for four years and that's were I met her, so we know sushi... her more than I. Nice joint in an otherwise boring location.
(4)Joe K.
ç´ æ™´ã‚‰ã—ã„! (Amazing!) Cleveland is surprisingly, or unsurprisingly, home to many wonderful sushi bars - Mizu is one of the best and nestled south of the city in Parma, which I wouldn't have expected. This joint has some of the best Sushi I've had in the Great State of Ohio, and so many great options too! Which makes it hard to choose from, but as far as problems go, that's not a bad one to have. Mizu is located in a quiet but nice little strip mall and the interior is cozy and welcoming. As my fiancèe and I were greeted, the waitress was very nice, quick, and helpful in deciding. We also appreciated the book of images and labels for each of their sushi rolls. We decided on the 2 roll lunch special with Miso soup and a salad, which was a great deal. Each of our rolls were awesomely delicious, from the crab, cali, salmon, and peanut rolls. Their peanut roll was crunchy and offers a different take on sushi that was a nice change. Our service was swift and attentive as well which made the experience great as well. They also seem to have a selection of great of sake which I will be sure to try on our next visit. As I mentioned, their menu is very extensive (and delicious sounding!) and we absolutely cannot wait to come back. Next time, I'll try their bento boxes which offer up a nice and varied assortment of sushi, shrimp shumai, and other options. They also have a really great happy hour from 430-6pm with the great deal of $3 rolls. Hell Yes, this will for sure be our new Happy Hour sushi joint, you can't beat that. Mizu is a great and authentic Japanese sushi restaurant with a welcoming vibe, great options, delicious sushi, and plenty of Sake and Sapporo to go around! Now excuse me as I go watch Spirited Away...Sushi always puts me in the mood for one of Miyazaki's classic films :)
(4)Manda C.
Awesome sushi!! Great prices too. The servers are always friendly. Celebrated my birthday here and got to pick a free desert. I didn't have to get the obligatory piece of cake either. Definitely one of the best sushi places in the Cleveland area.
(5)Kim S.
If you are looking for very good sushi and a laid back atmosphere, look no further. We've stopped in with friends for a meal and ordered online to pick up on the way home from work. Fresh, fun unique signature maki or standard fare..... Yet never standard. Slight language barrier but very friendly staff who work hard to bring great food.
(4)Paul V.
What a wonderful find. Yelp did not steer me wrong on this one. This is a great little spot. The staff is extremely friendly and the sushi was very good.
(5)Adam R.
This place has never steered me wrong. I was recommended to mizu sushi several years ago and loved it ever since. This was my first time there in about 2 years, and it was just as good as I remembered. They have a very big menu with lots of different sushi rolls to choose from. I was sort of disappointed in the spring rolls, however. They weren't expensive (I think $4.50) and were very tasty, but there was literally about 3 bites of food. So just be aware of that if you decide to go with them. Other than that, I was completely satisfied with everything about this cozy little sushi spot. If you're a sushi lover and haven't been here, you have to check it out!
(5)Teejay B.
I'll be honest, I looked to the Yelp reviews for this one. My friend and I were in the sushi mood and wanted a place we had never been before. So I checked Yelp! This place had some great reviews. The people love it and I was sold. Our server was wonderful! A little strange and he liked to talk a lot but that's not always a bad thing. He was very attentive and made sure our water was always full. We had a hard time choosing what to order, so we got three! The volcano rock was brought to the table first. I wasn't crazy about this one but it had to do with the honey mustard flavored sauce. I hate honey mustard you see, and it had a deep burn in your sinuses. I'm assuming there was some wasabi in it. I love spicy food but this was something completely different. It made me want to tear off my nose and drown it in my water. My friend loved it though, so I know that it was just my taste preferences. Next we had the Parma roll and the Christmas roll. Both delightful! The Parma roll was a little hard to eat with chop sticks but it was very good. Anything with crab on it, I'm sold. The food was great and for a reasonable price.
(4)Mike G.
I have heard so many good things but was really cautious as it is located in a tiny and dingy looking strip mall. I had a roll and some sushi. If I stuck to the rolls I think my rating would be better. The roll was great, but the sushi was OK. If I come back, I'll stick to the rolls.
(3)Jay S.
This is my first 5 star review on yelp. Mizu is an amazing sushi spot. 3 dollar rolls on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, dine in or carry out. You can not beat that deal! Quick serves normally and the owners are super nice! I always bring out of town guest here. I moved from Chicago 7 years ago and this is the best spot I have found that is reasonably priced.
(5)Ryan M.
For starters im a huge sushi fan. My girlfriend and I are constantly going to different sushi bars everywhere we travel. Mizo has a great deal Tuesday and Wednesday and all their regular rolls are only 3$. I suggest the tempura sweet potato roll . This is a smaller place and after only our second time there the server remembered both of us which I found pretty funny. I definitely recommend this place.
(5)Amber G.
I have to say this is probably the best hidden place to get sushi from in the Parma/Cleveland/Brooklyn area. Sure there are a few hibachi places, but this restaurant focuses on sushi and they are really good at it. My husband and I have gone for date night, I've gone with friends and I have taken our family here as well. All of the kids even enjoyed it (our youngest doesn't like sushi so he had the fried rice and it was delicious as well). We have never been disappointed.
(5)P W.
Mizu is a great value for sushi. There is a happy hour every day from 4:30 to 6 pm (except for Sunday). Regular rolls are $3 during this time window. I enjoy the sushi here more than at the lunch buffet at Tomo. Lunch specials at Mizu are excellent and affordable. A tofu bento box is around $7 with miso soup and salad. I enjoy Ginko although I would like to retire between the ages of 50-55. Pacific East is a nice place yet sometimes out of the way. Mizu has a calm atmosphere. The service is excellent. I looked at the Yelp app on my last visit and noticed people discussing the Parker Roll. Parker Roll piqued my interest. My parents gave me the name of Parker before the name surged in popularity. Now it is acceptable to call your offspring wacky words like Parker. My friend Phil text messaged me today and thanked me for writing such good Yelp reviews. He also inquired about meeting for lunch in the near future because he is working nearby in Independence. He ended the conversation with the following: Oh. Btw. The Parker roll at mizu is sort of named after you. Nikki n I used to go there all the time and they named a special roll after our kid Parker whom would most likely not have the name if I didn't know u. Mind blown? Try the Parker Roll in my honor!
(5)Craig L.
Don't judge a book by it's cover. This place is fantastic. The sushi is top notch and service is even better. Who cares it's across from Walmart. Been here many times and each time is just as good. I know they also offer restaurant.com coupons. Typical roles are great but try the Parma roll. Very solid. Don't dismiss because of location or you will miss out.
(4)Corey K.
Excellent sushi, we have been looking for a small non chain feeling sushi place for a long time and this is the place. Very personal and a lot of great combos of sushi.
(5)Becca R.
Just had dinner here after our normal Vietnamese place was close. This place was great. Their menu was big with a lot of different options. My hubby got the 1-in1 which had tuna, salmon, crunch and avocado. It was amazing. A friend got the hot roll which he liked and they split a Mexican roll which had a jalapeño pepper on top. It was fresh, unique and delicious. This was a great find and well worth a second visit.
(5)David G.
I have been to Mizu many times and have always enjoyed the experience. The staff is very friendly and remembered me after my second visit. The sushi is top notch without a top notch price. The sushi chef always comps me a little something (as is usual when a good sushi chef gets to know you). They have a diverse menu and a picture book of the different sushi. Additionally, they offer special sushi preperations on an almost nightly basis. Combine that with the sushi "happy hour" pricing and the other menu items and you have a great little hidden gem of a restaurant. If you like sushi and don't want to pay a fortune for it, give Mizu a try!
(5)Gene G.
Let me start by saying that I am no expert on sushi, but this place is great. I work right up the road, and when my coworkers told me they wanted to take me to a sushi restaurant sandwiched between a Subway and a questionable convenience store in a Parma strip mall I was understandably skeptical. I couldn't help but have flashbacks to the gastrointestinal discomfort I felt after an all-you-can-eat sushi experiment during my high school years in rural PA... But I was pleasantly surprised by Mizu. They serve some of the best sushi I've had in Cleveland, and although my sample size is small I can certainly say that the majority of people would be pleased with the quality here. They have a pretty nifty $3 roll deal certain days of the week that I have partaken in a number of times. The deal only applies to their more simple rolls, but it's worth the savings. They also have a nice lunch deal where you get the soup, salad, and three rolls for something like $15. I used to hit this deal two or three times a week before I realized I was poor and I should go back to eating ham slices without bread for lunch every day so I can keep paying my rent. As far as complaints, I really don't have any. It's kind of small and sometimes the service is slow, but I'm usually not mad that they keep me from going back to work for an extra ten minutes. Their bathrooms could probably use a thorough cleaning, and they do have a creepy waving cat statue on the bar, but otherwise it is a wonderful establishment. Final verdict: I love it. I know right now you're asking: "Gene, haven't you eaten sushi at Get-Go before?" and the answer is yes. That was my Thanksgiving dinner one year. But I can confidently say this place is 1000x better than Get-Go. I would eat lunch here every day if I wasn't poor. If they ditch that waving cat statue and I might eat here every day anyway, screw the rent.
(5)brandon k.
My favorite sushi that I've found in the Cleveland area so far. It's located in a dingy little strip joint but once you get inside the food is fantastic. We absolutely love the "Fire Island" roll, an extra spicy roll stuffed with jalapenos and other goodies. We also love the service. If you sit up at the sushi bar on a busy night, the chefs will often serve up some complimentary snacks to help ease the wait.
(5)Michelle B.
Some of the best sushi I've ever had, which isn't saying much since I am not a sushi connoisseur and I'm also not very adventurous (I stick with spicy shrimp, shrimp tempura, california, sweet potato), but I am never disappointed and I always leave happy. Really friendly staff, and on Tuesdays and Wednesdays they have discounted regular rolls. YUM!
(5)Michele G.
I drove 20 minutes while in town after reading about the sushi cake on the menu. I went with hopes that it would be a layered sushi dish like a tuna tower...greatly dissappointed! The menu is misleading...what it should say is -a sushi roll smooshed together with salmon, sauce, and a cherry on top because sadly that is what it was.(you can see in the pic I posted) The sushi was just ok, nothing special . The miso soup, tasted awful and smelled horrible. Sorry, can't really give a great review for this place. I'm not sure how it gets 5 stars from everyone...
(2)Sam M.
I know that sushi is a very personal food for many people. So to say this is the BEST sushi in CLE may not be the the review you're looking for. Let's start with the space itself. It in a small retail strip on Brookpark road, blink and you'll miss it. Cozy and clean on the inside but not pretentious, tables are pretty close together so it feels a little cramped if it's busy. The service is friendly and helpful with questions, and just plain fun to talk with. On to the sushi. Wow! Simply put, they do it right here. Everything is fresh and well prepared, from simple spicy tuna rolls to their amazing specialty rolls like the Dragon and Christmas rolls. For those of us who like Uni the have it on the menu but it's not always available. My girl and I were told however if it's something you really want they would order it with some advance notice. I'd give them a firm date and at least a week, also plan for a group so that the product is consumed. Uni is a delicacy and not for everyone so be prepared to eat what you order. Now, is it the best sushi in CLE? Well, I think it's pretty darn good and worth your attention. Then you can chime in and tell me what you think. Bon a petit!!!
(5)Jason B.
From the outside you would consider turning around, especially being in a strip mall. If you are smart you will venture inside and see what this small but nice place has to offer. Good food, reasonable prices, polite staff, and a very hospitable owner.
(4)Kevin B.
Very happy that I was introduced to this out of the way place.
(4)Kristine C.
I gave it a four star coz the food was good but not too perfect coz it was a bit pricey. $4-5 for 2pcs sashimi.
(4)Josh M.
My girlfriend and I love this place. The menu has many options to cover whatever preference you have with sushi. The rolls are all great and the place is very comfortable and casual. The staff is all very friendly and helpful as well. Favorite sushi in Cleveland.
(5)Joyce H.
Came here for a friend's birthday party. Overall, it was a decent Midwestern style Japanese restaurant (though it is Chinese run). We had a snafu with seating for our large group, resulting in some confusion and disorganization among the servers. We ordered several special rolls to split amongst a small group. There's a lot of mayo, tempura, sweet elements (like mango) and cheese included in many of the rolls. Also, lots and lots of sauce. Out of the 4 rolls, I think my favorite was the Amazing Roll..
(3)Chloe W.
100% best sushi restaurant in Cleveland,the sushi is very juicy and fried wuton is delicious
(5)Ashleigh S.
Awesome! Crouching tiger roll,spicy mayo on the side. Love this place! My husband gets the Winter Roll. If you are not a nori or raw fish person, the winter roll is a great choice because it has a soy wrapper instead of nori with tempura shrimp...I have never had a disappointing visit here
(4)Jim K.
The sushi was very good, and really decently priced. My lady friend and I had the one called a mexican roll and unless youre a fan of very spicy I dont recommend it. I am so I found the thin slice of raw jalapeno a treat. The only reason Im giving it 4 stars and not 5 is solely based on the fact they definitely needed another server. Her and I sat for almost 5 minutes before our drink orders were taken. Minus that Ill definitely be back again whenever I get a sushi craving.
(4)Demra C.
My favorite local sushi place. Choices are amazing menu is very large .Favorites are the peppered tuna and raw scallops . However can't go wrong with any roll. Service is spot on . Also enjoy the sake menu.
(5)Stephanie W.
We departed our home on a Saturday evening, craving some carry-out sushi...we turned to Yelp for some recommendations and decided to try Mizu after reading some of the reviews. It's not a great location, and the entire shopping plaza is a little run down, but hey, if good sushi awaits... I am vegan, so I always sample the vegetable and tofu options offered by sushi restaurants, and I was very happy with the selection here. We ordered online (which was awesome) and I created some of my own rolls, which was great. I went veg-heavy and was pleasantly surprised by the size of the rolls and the quality of the ingredients. The tempura sweet potato sushi was a really nice treat - wow. Even my carnivorous husband wanted in on that action. The rolls were a great size and I thought the prices were good. Since I always stick with cheap vegetable sushi, I tend to be put off by places that charge a ton for basically rice and some cucumber. Not here. Here I felt like we were well taken care of. My husband went for the winter roll and the California roll and was really happy with both. After trying several sushi places in the area over the past few months, this is now officially our favorite.
(4)Greg H.
We are regulars here and it is by far the best sushi in the area. The pink lady roll is our favorite.
(4)Kim T.
This is the closest sushi place to my house and since I crave sushi constantly, I've been frequenting it quite a bit lately. It's small, the servers are all really friendly, the sushi is good. It's not the best sushi place in Cleveland but it's a fantastic place to go when you want some creative rolls. I've tried quite a few of the larger rolls and every time that I think that I've found a favorite, I try something new and it becomes my new favorite. They have great specials too.
(4)Arianne R.
First off, the portions here are significantly larger than the other sushi places in town. My husband and I completely over committed by getting extra sushi rolls because we are so used to getting smaller sizes. We were so full and ended up taking extras home. Second, the fish, rice and other ingredients are very fresh. We are pretty picky about that and agreed that this has been the best so far in Cleveland. Third, the customer service was excellent. Raymond was our waiter and he always made sure we were doing okay and our drinks were full. We will be back often!
(5)Ruchu T.
Being one of the few places to offer sushi around Parma/Brooklyn has it's perks. I was here on a Monday night and the restaurant got fairly packed towards the end of our dinner. Seeing that it has an average of four stars, I thought I'd give this place a try (and I had a two-year old restaurant.com certificate). The place is a bit small, fitting maybe 50 guests + a few at the bar. There's not too much Asian inspired decor, which isn't a bad thing. Anyhow, my girlfriend and I ordered miso soup and soft shell crab to start. The crab arrived pretty quickly and was hot. It was somewhat crunchy but the meat lacked texture and was a mushy. The waitress forgot about our soups until I reminded her. For the main course, we ordered scallop sushi, salmon and tuna sashimi, spider roll, and dynamite roll. The scallop sushi was fresh and sweet. The salmon sashimi was definitely the better of the two. The salmon was buttery and smooth, the tuna on the other hand was a bit too chilled and not as buttery. The sushi rolls were nicely presented and wrapped tightly. The soft shell crab in the spider roll was definitely better than the one we had for appetizer. It was crunchier and the meat was denser. I also like the crunch the roman lettuce added to the spider roll. The dynamite roll was topped with thinly sliced mangos with a mayo/mango sauce. In the roll, there was imitation crab, tuna, and avocados. It was different, a bit sweet, and tangy, I liked it. We finished the night with red bean ice cream. The ice cream was delicious, very creamy with just the right amount of sweetness. I need to find this ice cream at the Asian markets!
(3)Rebecca J.
I gave this place the benefit of my doubt and tried it after hearing such amazing reviews from coworkers. I must say, I am so glad I did! Upon recommendation, I ordered a teriyaki chicken bento box. It was incredible!! It comes with a whole chicken breast, a California roll, 2 shrimp dumplings, rice, a salad, and miso soup all for the bargain price of $8!!! I also called ahead so they would have it ready when I arrived and they had it all set up at a table and covered in Saran Wrap to keep it warm. The staff was friendly and helpful. I really can't think of One bad thing to say..5stars all the way around!
(5)Mallory R.
Went here last fall, sorry for the late review. We went a little later at night, around 7 or 8 pm. Restaurant was not crowded and our waiter was VERY attentive. I really cannot remember what we ordered (sorry) but I do remember that all of the sushi we ate was amazing. That is the important part! I really liked how the menu had a photo album of what each sushi dish looked like. Food for the eyes! The service and food were good, and I see no reason to go back. We will definitely visit again, especially because we live so close by! Don't just write it off because it is in a strip mall!
(4)Ken M.
Excellent Sashimi. Tuna, White Tuna, and Salmon was perfect. Rainbow roll was great too. Prices were very reasonable. Overall great place, my new go to for the CLE airport area!
(4)Jennifer D.
Their sushi is excellent and so fresh. The only items I would not recommend are their noodle dishes with beef or chicken, as the meat comes out so dry and tasteless. Their pork tonkatsu off the appetizer menu is very good as well as their seaweed salad. We've tried sushi on all sides of NEO. It's great to have a place in Parma that knows how to do amazing, fresh sushi, comparable to downtown or Tremont places. Great atmosphere too. Definitely check this place out! Also, their regular sushi rolls are $3 all day on Tuesdays/Wednesdays.
(4)Mo R.
Amazing restaurant this is easily the best sushi restaurant in Cleveland. All of the dishes look and taste great. The staff is extremely pleasant and courteous and the owner is always around making sure your meal is fantastic.
(5)Eric J.
I am new to sushi and when I heard that some of the best sushi in Cleveland could be found in Parma I had my doubts. When I realized that Mizu was in a tiny strip mall by what looks to be a booze and lottery shop with a chain sandwich shop on the other side, I had second thoughts. I decided to give it a go and find out what it had to offer since it was highly recommended. Upon entering the restaurant we were greeted immediately and seated quickly. I am pretty sure that almost everyone said hello to us which was really nice. Our waitress was kind and timely. We decided to start things off with the spicy crab ragoons which were good. The portion was a good amount for an appetizer and the shells were packed with crab. We then had the christmas and volcano rock rolls. Both rolls were fresh and presented nicely. Each roll came with 8 pieces and was priced fairly. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and great service. I will be back to try more.
(5)Janine S.
Amazing sushi with a small dining room. We had the Christmas roll, pink lady, 2 in 1, and aso maki specialty rolls. I didn't like the pink lady based on personal preference but the other three were great. They have a small selection of inexpensive beer, wine, and saki. Service was excellent and informative. Would highly recommend Mizu!
(5)Sara B.
Sushi was excellent! I was actually quite surprised considering this is in a very small shopping center/store front and perhaps not a place you would even consider trying. The chicken fried rice was the best I have ever had. Would definitely eat here again!
(4)MaryAnn S.
This is hands down, the best sushi I have ever had. Rolls are beautiful and intricate. The Hawaii roll is the best thing I've ever had. Service is good, fast and efficient. They really know what they are doing!!
(5)Julie K.
My fiancé and I are obsessed with sushi and we are thrilled to have found Mizu in Parma! We have been there twice now and cannot wait to go back. On top of their amazing sushi selection, their customer service is top notch. The sushi is also priced right and they have a happy hour. Yum!
(5)Sneha P.
The food was spectacular and the service was even better! I recommend this place if you are craving sushi. The atmosphere is nice. The miso soup is very good and the crab rangoon was the best I have ever had. They provide a book of menu items along with their pictures to help make the selection easier. If I lived closer, I would certainly be a regular!
(5)Katie M.
I really enjoy Mizu. I have called ahead and ordered sushi for carry out during dinner service several times and it's been ready in 20 minutes, which is how long it takes me to drive there. You get great service eating in the restaurant too. With the exception of Ginko in Tremont (which is $$$), this is some of the best sushi I've had. I'd say it's definitely worth a try if you're new to sushi or have lots of experience eating it.
(5)Kenny Y.
There was a groupon for this little Japanese place in Parma so I went to go check it out tonight. As other reviewers have mentioned, this restaurant is in a strip mall. In fact, it's right next to a gas station and it's nestled between a Subway and a convenience store with "check cashing" written on its windows. However, the decor inside feels like a Japanese restaurant, it's nice and clean, and it attracts a decent clientele, both Asian and not. They have regular rolls, special rolls, and signature rolls. The regular rolls and the sashimi are very small. Seriously, they are tiny and will not fill you up. However, the special rolls and signature rolls are a good size. They are very creative with these rolls, almost to a fault - for instance, I'm just not sure how well the large amount of mayo, mango and shrimp tempura really jived with each other. However, the fish were very fresh. The service is fantastic and they check on you very often. They must have refilled my water maybe 7 or 8 times tonight, and that's not because I drank 7 full glasses of water. They offer buy 3 get 1 free rolls on Saturday (can't be combined w/ groupon) as well as $3 roll happy hours from 4:30-6pm each day and all day Tuesday and Wednesday.
(3)Dan T.
When one thinks of sushi in Northeast Ohio, a place on the border of Parma next to a Subway and a convenience store is not going to come to mind. Thankfully though, the check cashing place is no longer there. As a result I had driven past it many a time without a second thought. A few months ago I figured that I might as well give it a shot. I'm glad I did, to put it lightly. The service has been attentive each time I have been there, and the decor is nice. What surprised me is that rarely have I seen anyone else eating there. Either I'm there at the wrong times or others have made the same assumption I did. I had miso soup a couple of times while they prepared the sushi, and it is just the right blend of ingredients. I'm a snob when it comes to miso so impressing me with that is a big deal. As for the star, the sushi, it is made fresh with care and it shows. The $3 happy hour rolls are delicious, and the specialty rolls are even better. The Parma rolls in particular have become my all-time favorite, despite the fact that it is not so much sushi as it is crab on a ball of rice. After eating here, having sushi at the buffets and other restaurants in the area just isn't the same. It's a must try if you are in the area, especially on Tuesday or Wednesday since one can easily fill up on two of the $3 basic rolls available on those days.
(5)Kara T.
Very good sushi restaurant right on the border of Parma. The staff is friendly and very attentive. The prices are great and the quality of food you get makes some other sushi bars look very incompetent. You can tell that the fish is fresh, nice and cold and no bad tastes or weird textures (don't ask, I've questioned my sushi before at other places....). Some other restaurants use too much rice and not enough fish but I feel that Mizu has the perfect combination of both.
(5)Michelle E.
Mizu sushi is my favorite secret spot for incredible sushi in northeast Ohio. First time I visited, I didn't expect much based on the small plaza and storefront/location..but damn was I impressed. I come here almost on a weekly basis for their tue/wed $3 maki rolls, favorites include the sweet potato tempura roll and salmon avocado roll. I recently tried one of their specialty rolls and didn't understand why I hadn't done so sooner. Very blessed to live less than 30 min from such a hidden gem! Bonus tip-you can even get the $3 maki rolls to go for pickup (they tend to be crowded tue/wed nt)!!
(5)Kaylyn B.
I've been on a quest for good sushi near Lakewood for so long (this is the one thing Lakewood is lacking!). Mizu is one of the nearest places and so far, the best place I've tried. Good prices and yummy sushi! It always tastes fresh and I love the variety. This is my go-to place on this side of town when I'm in the mood for some rolls!
(4)Denise L.
People were nice and actually too friendly. Our waiter checked on us literally every five minutes that it made it hard for my husband and I to hold a conversation during dinner. Sushi was unfulfilling. We ordered a special roll, but one of the hostess actually told us that the salmon skin in it made the roll unappetizing .....so why is it on the menu? My husband ordered an unagi, and he said he never had one so thin on the eel. I'm terrible but I didn't have the heart to tell the owners the truth when she asked me if I thought the sushi was delicious. How was I suppose to say it wasn't when she put me on the spot. I will say that the yellowtail was tasty, but being a sushi lover the fish they had lost flavor. Tasted like the fish was shipped and stored frozen until ready for use.
(2)Jon C.
This place was dead on a Tuesday night so service was great. Had white tuna, eel, tuna and salmon. Salmon could have been better but everything else washed that gripe away. Have the Halloween roll, it's knock your sock off. If you like a good Zin, they have that too. I'll be back next time in town.
(4)Ciara W.
Don't be put off by the exterior and location. The sushi options at this little place were quite good and the fish was surprisingly fresh. My husband and i ordered 3 rolls and 1 order or nigiri sushi. While this is still Ohio and doesn't compare to some places I have been in California, I would definitely recommend it and will be back again. The only negative for me was many of the rolls have too much sauce for my taste.
(4)Marissa K.
I was happy with the food and service. Its not the greatest sushi, but for the price its great. I loved the shrimp tempera rolls. The spicy tuna was okay, same with the eel and california rolls. My guest didn't like their miso soup, I tried it and I've had better and worse. The waitress was good, always refilling the water.
(5)Jenn T.
This is the best place for sushi near Cleveland. And I say this after living in Japan and having experienced truly amazing sushi. The service is also great, and the decor neat and clean. I'd give it 4.5 stars for those reasons, because you don't expect that level of niceness with Chinese-owned sushi places. Food-wise, they have the usual selection of maki rolls, nigiri, and special rolls. I use saba (mackerel) and salmon nigiri to guage sushi places, as it is quite difficult to make saba nigiri really well, and quite difficult to mess up salmon. The saba here is fresh and good, definitely not the greatest but solid at 4 star quality. The salmon is fine, but it usually is. The other maki and special rolls that I've tried taste good and all use fresh fish. The awesome thing about this place, which makes up for otherwise pricey sushi, is the $3 per regular roll happy hour, which happens all day on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and every afternoon from 4:30 to 6pm. Although the roll sizes aren't large, at $3 each you can get a filling meal at a decent price on fresh sushi, which is rare around here. The happy hour is an even better deal than what you can get with a Groupon. Can't comment on the wine selection as I don't drink. Overall, good tasty sushi, no frills added. Not the best that I've had, but definitely the best in Northern Ohio that I know of, and with good service in a nice clean setting to boot.
(4)Rebekah K.
I read the positive reviews and was eager to try this place this past weekend. It was not what I was hoping for. The atmosphere left much to be desired due to the large screen tv perpetually stuck on the infomercial channel. Sushi with a side of hair regrowth formula? Yuck! The fish was quite good with the exception of all of the tempura which were served stone cold. The Philly roll was all cream cheese with just a tiny bit of fish. Disappointing. The Christmas roll and the Rock and roll were both delicious and the spicy tuna was good. Maybe they just had an off night but I think from now on I'll stick with Ohashi in North Olmsted.
(2)Matt A.
Best sushi I've found in Cleveland by far. It's very unassuming from the outside but take my word you won't be disappointed. It's become the only place we go for sushi. Haven't tried anything yet that I haven't thoroughly loved, so get a wide variety and enjoy!
(5)Jessica T.
Great food, great presentation!
(4)Jennifer K.
Awesome sushi. Staff was friendly. We went on a Friday night and our food came out do fast we couldn't believe it. There are tons of great rolls to choose from. We will surely be coming back !
(5)Heather H.
I've been quite a bit of a sushi-guru for many years. I've eaten sushi in multiple cities, states, and countries -- I can't possibly even tell you about all of them. Point is, I have mad sushi-cred, and therefore, fellow reader, you should consider my review seriously when I say: Mizu Sushi, in Parma Ohio, United States -- Is the best sushi I have ever had. The place is fairly small, and unimpressive when you merely LOOK at it -- sure, it doesn't have a mini-bridge and pond inside like Shinto, no fancy state of the art hibachi grills, nor expensive-looking modern deco... But it has, without a doubt, THE BEST SUSHI EVER. Hands down. The end. Your quest for delicious sushi is OVER. Now, go give them your business-- they deserve it more than anyone else. However, be warned: it's not a cheap place to eat--however, that will not detract from THIS 5 star review. Also, the staff is friendly.
(5)Mike S.
Consistently fresh and delicious. A wonderful find in an unassuming little strip mall.
(4)Cecilia E.
Mizu is one of my favorite spots for sushi. My husband always said the pieces were too small, but I disagree. $3 rolls on Tuesday! Friendly wait staff, high quality sushi, just delicious. Try the Snow White. Huge pieces of three different fishes wrapped elegantly in pink seaweed with avocado...just heavenly.
(4)Ann P.
My husband and I had a groupon to use, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and the food. Everything we tried was interesting, fresh tasting, and well presented. Mexican Roll with paper-thin slices of jalapenos on top was GREAT! Another sushi with mango on top was really interesting - sweet yet tangy. We can't wait to go again!
(5)Katherine W.
Yummy, fast sushi, friendly staff! The location isn't the best, but the inside is quite nice. I ordered some sashimi, a house salad (I LOVE GINGER dressing - yum!) and a sakura roll. Everything was delicious! The waitress was super sweet. If I'm back for work, I will return!
(4)Jennifer H.
i now live 1300 miles away, but always make a point to visit at least once when i'm in town. they are all so friendly and hospitable, the food is creative with a large selection (my favorite is the christmas roll!), and it is a comfortable place to meet with a group of friends.
(5)Bronwen P.
I bought the groupon for this place and had decent expectations after reading some of the reviews here. I was actually even more impressed with my actual experience. The food is very fresh. We got a few of their specialty rolls and then also got a few of the regular rolls and everything was very tasty. The service is what impressed me the most. The restaurant space was small but we were constantly well taken care of. Things of note: They have a happy hour from 4:30-6pm everyday that the regular rolls are only $3. Also, as said in another review, this place is in a strip mall. From the outside it dose not look anywhere as nice as the meal I got there.
(4)Matt B.
Best sushi in the city. We live in Cleveland Heights, but drive the half hour to come here when we're in the mood for sushi.
(5)Dee A.
This is for mostly just the sushi as my group didn't really order anything else. There was six of us and we each ordered a different roll. We also tried the tempura sweet potatotes which were crispy and good and some special appetizer that tasted just like crab rangoon. I actually haven't been to that many sushi places in Cleveland but this one was really good. I ordered the sashimi platter. 16.95 for 14 pieces of sashimi, salad and miso soup. That really is one of the best prices I've seen anywhere. I like having the chef pick the cuts of fish. Usually if you do get the sashimi, the chef gives whatever is the freshest and best at the moment. Our platter pretty much rocked. So so so good. It had salmon (never go wrong there), tuna, white fish, mackerel and toro. Raw fish is one of my absolute favorite things on this earth so I just went to town on it. It was hard sharing it but everything else looked so tempting I gave it up. My favorite of the other rolls were the Iron Man and the Fire Island. I was in a sushi coma and don't really remember the names of the other ones. But everything was either delicious to pretty standard. We had the fried bananas and red bean mochi for dessert. The mochic was just two mochi balls cut up with whipped cream. Something I could make at home. The fried bananas were hot and mushy inside with a tempura batter. They were pretty good and given to us by the manager/owner/sushi chef. The service was really good as well. However, one thing I wasn't a fan of is that as soon as I sat down i was given a cup of tea. After receiving my bill I saw that I was charged 1.95 for it. I probably would have ordered it anyways but it's nice to have the option. Oh well, it's not going to stop me from coming back!
(4)Melanie M.
(By the way - the area code is 216 and not 614 - I put in for Yelp to change this, but we'll see how long it takes.) The 20% off discount goes through the end of this week!! After the 20% discount ends, I am told there will be a daily Happy Hour from 4:30-6:00 which will feature Regular Rolls for $3.00. There is also a Daily Special which is a different deal every day on 2 Special Rolls from the sushi bar, and 1 Entree from the kitchen. Today was my second time back (this time for lunch). The employees are so nice!! They were very accommodating to my requests. I tried a Tofu Teriyaki bento box. It's served with miso soup, house salad (yes, the dressing does contain mayonnaise but I got oil and vinegar instead), steamed rice, tofu & vegetables (teriyaki style). Normally it comes with a California Roll and shumai (shrimp dumpling), but they were nice enough to substitute an avocado roll. All of that for $6.95 - I was more than satisfied (and am now a little sleepy)!! Oh, and the music today was very pleasant - instrumental and very appropriate for the setting. Give this place a try soon!!! Catch the 20% off while you can, and then don't forget about the Happy Hour!!
(4)Dave R.
I'm giving Mizu an extra star for the pure surprise factor. When Mizu first opened, I was really afraid to try out a sushi place, in Parma...in a small strip mall. I've been here probably 7 or 8 times and gotten something different each time and have yet to come away disappointed. I love sushi and try it all over the place, so to have something so fresh and creative here in Parma is literally baffling. It's tough to recommend anything because everyone's preferences vary, but while I love sushi and sashimi, their creative rolls are really excellent. My one and only complaint though is that the portions are on the smaller side. Overall, it's an outstanding, unassuming place in a city you'd least expect it to be.
(4)Claire M.
The sushi is fantastic!! They were very busy on the night we visited and we had to wait a while to get our order - but it was worth the wait! All of our dishes were elegant fresh and tasted great.
(5)Jose R.
First time here, food was really good, good service and not expensive. They have some really good special. I gotta say its worth the drive from Lakewood.
(5)Robert M.
The first time I drove by Mizu, I couldn't help but wonder how on earth a sushi restaurant located in a dive strip center between a check-cashing/carryout establishment and a Subway could possibly be worth trying. However, after reading other reviews I decided to give it a try. Being from Cincinnati, I was eager to find a good sushi restaurant while working in Cleveland and Mizu turned out to be just the thing. I've been there 3 or 4 times and all the rolls, sushi and sashimi have been great (particularly the spicy yellowtail). However, their spicy salad is very unique and - IMHO - quite spectacular.
(4)Lance T.
Was not over all impressed, just ok for the price comparable to wild ginger but more $$. Will stick with sushi 86.
(2)Theresa C.
Normal small japanese restaurant. Went here since it was close Freeway Lanes and we wanted to go bowling afterwards. The waitress was friendly upon arrival and asked if we were Chinese. She then proceeded to speak to us in Chinese. We ordered the Love Boat for 2, which is a nice spread of 16 pieces of sashimi, 10 pieces nigiri and a maki roll and special roll from their menu. This was all nice except for the fact that the sushi chef made the selections for you and you couldn't really change it yourself. The fish tasted very fresh and nicely arranged so all it all, it was more than I would've hoped for a sushi restaurant in a strip mall. Like I said before, nothing especially amazing about anything but if I were in the area and craving Japanese, I'd go back.
(3)Misti S.
Very yummy! Tried it with a groupon and will be back! Service is wonderful and enjoyed the sushi. Also tried a Fruitie Roll - which is fruit sushi! Very fun!
(5)Teddy B.
I visited this location when craving the old occupant's Wonton soup. Lucky enough for me, I like Japanese as well as Sushi. We had Sushi since it was on special for 3.00 and it was pretty good. Not much else to say....great atmosphere....cool chef and waitress....fresh rice and the roll was rolled perfectly. Id go here again for Sushi...didnt try much else but options seem ok.
(3)Christine A.
Just used a groupon and will definitely go back. We had the butterfly and mizu rolls, which were excellent.
(4)Monica S.
Mizu was not a bad sushi place for Cleveland! I ordered a lobster roll (favorite!) among other specialty rolls that didn't require soy sauce and wasabi. It was pretty decent although the fish didn't taste especially fresh. But what can you expect from Cleveland, right? My only qualm about this place was that they were pretty slow. Despite having only 1 other person in the restaurant the wait for our food was especially long, and they came out one at a time. Not bad though, I'd go back.
(3)David T.
An old high school friend and I reconnected. The last time she was in San Diego, we had sushi, so when I rolled into town for the holidays, it was time to have sushi in Cleveland. She recommended a place that had just opened and I knew of the area. It was in Parma. Parma? Yes, Parma. Parma? I invited my roommate, another common friend of ours from high school that had never had sushi in her life, and friend who is in seminary, who the day before had too much Christmas Ale and puked twice. He's a huggy drunk. I'll be honest, I had my reservations about the place, especially when I saw their rolls which were small and thin. The only time small and thin is a positive thing is when I'm trying to describe a date. Outside of that, small and thin are never positives when referring to penis sizes or sushi rolls. But with that said, I don't rolls or do bento boxes or care for people flipping my food on a grill (I actually have uncles that do that for a living), but what I do care for is sashimi. I simply eat raw fish and let me say, their sashimi quality and price are almost the best I've seen. The pieces are large and you can get an 18 piece of sashimi for around 20 dollars. That is almost unheard of in California. It is easily a 35 to 40 dollar meal here. The cuts are large and flavor was almost artistic. Salmon is my staple, but to my surprise they even had white tuna. Both types of fish melt in your mouth. If you're sophisticated aficionado of sashimi, this is a gem on the west side of town--Parma? Yes, in Parma.
(4)Daniel A.
I don't know how to rate this place. Really. They have a good selection of sushi and sashimi if you are looking for variety of that sort. The big plus is that there are no hibachi grill and no obnoxious people at ogling at the flaming onion tower. I love japanese food and would venture to say from my lunch experience today, they are almost there. They lack in a certain quality about they way they prepared their dishes. I'll share a few things. I ordered a few items to see how they do overall. So here's what I ordered. From the lunch menu: Chicken Katsu Bento Box (comes with salad and miso soup), yakitori, and salmon sashimi. Can't really comment about miso soup or the salad. Pretty standard for american japanese cuisine dining experience. The sashimi was fresh and nicely presently but a bit pricy (3 for 2 piece). And this is where they lack in that certain Japanese quality. The rice on their bento box is long grain jasmine rice. Sorry. But that's not japanese. Short grain and starchy for bento box, please. The other item i felt was not up to par was their yakitori. The chicken was boiled and teriyaki sauce was poured over it after it was skewered with pieces of green pepper and onion. Yakitori is supposed to be grilled. so if you're serving yakitori you better make sure there's some sort of flame doing some caramelization. That's how you make the yaki real tori. really. So the long and short of my review is this, sushi, sushi rolls and sashimi are a go. Others, I'll hold off. Don't get me wrong. They service was excellent. They were attentive and for the most part easy to understand. So if you're in for some sushi or sashimi. Give Mizu a try, if you're in the area.
(3)Jon S.
Delicious food, friendly staff, good prices. I'll come back.
(4)Ron C.
Fantastic Sushi. New Resident to the Cleveland. As I am a fan of Sushi, I went to every restaurant in the Cleveland area. Mizu is by far the best when it comes to quality, cost, and variety. I highly recommend to all.
(5)Q C.
i am from California so I tried pretty good sushi before. Yaki Udon was good. Pink lady roll was above average. and we had crazy eel that i would say it's pretty good as well. the green tea mochi was more than below average so i wouldn't recommend it.
(4)Kristen W.
I'm a sushi fanatic, and have been itching to share my love with my stubborn parents for a while now. While home for a weekend from college, I hopped online to look for a good restaurant to take them to for their first sushi experience. I quickly found out that our area is fairly limited - I really only found a few pricey, popular sushi restaurants. My favorite sushi place at school is a quiet and cozy hidden treasure, and I really hoped to find one back home. I came across Mizu, read a couple raving reviews, and showed the website to my parents. After the initial freakout ("ewww! I will NOT eat raw fish!"), my parents immediately attacked the location. It is nestled in on the corner of Brookpark and Tiedeman, which is a far cry from the optimum setting of a place with such a sensitive menu. Somehow, I got them in the car and dragged them down to the restaurant. The first comment out of my dad was "Oh, a completely vacant parking lot on a Friday night. This oughta be great." My stomach dropped when we entered the completely empty dining room, but I was pleased by the decor - understated and classic oriental looking. I immediately ordered the edamame to fill my parents mouths before they could start complaining. Any fan of Japanese food I would expect knows how awesome edamame is, and it was the first step Mizu took in winning my parents (and myself!) over. After much deliberation, my father and I decided on a specialty rolls while my mother elected for sweet potato tempura and shrimp/cucumber rolls, still against the raw fish aspect. I was immediately impressed by my Iron Man roll - it was FANTASTIC! I definitely recommend it for salmon lovers. My mother was content with her rolls but favored the sweet potato. I was completely shocked by my father's reaction - he was SO in love with his Green Hat roll, he savored it and literally cleaned his plate and ate all the garnishments, then ordered a philly roll (which he also enjoyed) to top it off! All of the rolls were presented beautifully. The staff was great - very attentive and patient with my indecisive and uncultured family (we even received complimentary watermelon). We were only set back $44 - what a deal for 5 orders of sushi, plus 1 drink! My parents are now absolutely in love with this place and plan to make regular visits. I've been to my fair share of sushi restaurants and count this among the best in variety and quality of rolls, as well as value. The location really is a shame - it's set in a strip on a busy road in a not so good neighborhood - I think it could really thrive somewhere like North Royalton, where it seems to me there is a bigger sushi following. The word really needs to get out about this place - I'd hate to see such a great restaurant go down due to lack of business. Please, give Mizu a try!
(5)Morgan H.
One word - YUMMY!!!!! Unique rolls - great selection!
(5)Timothy S.
Halfway between Rt 77 and Rt 71 there is a little place named Parma. Although not know for its culinary choices or eclectic taste, Parma and in particular the Brookpark and Tiedeman area, hide a jem. If you can find Wal-mart, Sam's Club or Home Depot you can find Mizu Sushi. When you drive up, don't be fooled by its strip mall location. When you walk in, don't discouraged by its simplicity. The food here is a treat. Visually the chef makes sure to put the type of presentation together you cant find at any downtown location. You can actually watch the his concentration while preparing each dish. This is not just a meal, it is an art, and for some reason I had forgotten that. Note that you may not eat at the exact same time as the rest of your group, they bring it as its made, but if you can share you are in for something special. Start with a Mizu salad; crab, shrimp, salmon and a thin layer of avocado over it. Don't miss the Christmas Roll with the freshest tuna, eel sauce, and a topper of spicy crab. The Rock'n'Roll is crunchy and delicious. The Parma Roll is great tribute to the last place I thought of when it comes to sushi perfection. If you love sushi take 480 toward Tiedeman and look for an area called Parma.
(5)Jeremiah W.
Great food, great service, great atmosphere. I can't say enough about Mizu Sushi. I've been there 3 times now and thus far everything is just fantastic.
(5)Amber M.
This was my second trip to Mizu for takeout - both have left me completely underwhelmed. I've tried a total of 5 rolls and none of them were good enough that I'd want to get them again. When I went in today, there were 2 tables of 2 people in the restaurant eating at the time. I placed my order and waited 25 minutes. A couple came in and was seated. I waited another 15 minutes. The couple that came in 15 minutes prior had already eaten their soup and their entree was delivered to their table just before my takeout was brought to me. Also, while I was waiting, the gentleman who was making the sushi squatted down and sneezed repeatedly in front of the sushi. Now, I assume he squatted down in the hope that he would sneeze below the sushi he was preparing, but I was completely disgusted nonetheless. I ordered the Sakura, Dynamite and the Stop Light roll. None of the 3 is worth writing home about and I wouldn't order any of them again. In fact, based on the length of time I had to wait for my 3 rolls, I would not try Mizu again. I'm terribly disappointed because I really wanted to like this place!
(2)Dan T.
When one thinks of sushi in Northeast Ohio, a place on the border of Parma next to a Subway and a convenience store is not going to come to mind. Thankfully though, the check cashing place is no longer there. As a result I had driven past it many a time without a second thought. A few months ago I figured that I might as well give it a shot. I'm glad I did, to put it lightly. The service has been attentive each time I have been there, and the decor is nice. What surprised me is that rarely have I seen anyone else eating there. Either I'm there at the wrong times or others have made the same assumption I did. I had miso soup a couple of times while they prepared the sushi, and it is just the right blend of ingredients. I'm a snob when it comes to miso so impressing me with that is a big deal. As for the star, the sushi, it is made fresh with care and it shows. The $3 happy hour rolls are delicious, and the specialty rolls are even better. The Parma rolls in particular have become my all-time favorite, despite the fact that it is not so much sushi as it is crab on a ball of rice. After eating here, having sushi at the buffets and other restaurants in the area just isn't the same. It's a must try if you are in the area, especially on Tuesday or Wednesday since one can easily fill up on two of the $3 basic rolls available on those days.
(5)Kara T.
Very good sushi restaurant right on the border of Parma. The staff is friendly and very attentive. The prices are great and the quality of food you get makes some other sushi bars look very incompetent. You can tell that the fish is fresh, nice and cold and no bad tastes or weird textures (don't ask, I've questioned my sushi before at other places....). Some other restaurants use too much rice and not enough fish but I feel that Mizu has the perfect combination of both.
(5)Denise L.
People were nice and actually too friendly. Our waiter checked on us literally every five minutes that it made it hard for my husband and I to hold a conversation during dinner. Sushi was unfulfilling. We ordered a special roll, but one of the hostess actually told us that the salmon skin in it made the roll unappetizing .....so why is it on the menu? My husband ordered an unagi, and he said he never had one so thin on the eel. I'm terrible but I didn't have the heart to tell the owners the truth when she asked me if I thought the sushi was delicious. How was I suppose to say it wasn't when she put me on the spot. I will say that the yellowtail was tasty, but being a sushi lover the fish they had lost flavor. Tasted like the fish was shipped and stored frozen until ready for use.
(2)Jon C.
This place was dead on a Tuesday night so service was great. Had white tuna, eel, tuna and salmon. Salmon could have been better but everything else washed that gripe away. Have the Halloween roll, it's knock your sock off. If you like a good Zin, they have that too. I'll be back next time in town.
(4)Ciara W.
Don't be put off by the exterior and location. The sushi options at this little place were quite good and the fish was surprisingly fresh. My husband and i ordered 3 rolls and 1 order or nigiri sushi. While this is still Ohio and doesn't compare to some places I have been in California, I would definitely recommend it and will be back again. The only negative for me was many of the rolls have too much sauce for my taste.
(4)Marissa K.
I was happy with the food and service. Its not the greatest sushi, but for the price its great. I loved the shrimp tempera rolls. The spicy tuna was okay, same with the eel and california rolls. My guest didn't like their miso soup, I tried it and I've had better and worse. The waitress was good, always refilling the water.
(5)Jenn T.
This is the best place for sushi near Cleveland. And I say this after living in Japan and having experienced truly amazing sushi. The service is also great, and the decor neat and clean. I'd give it 4.5 stars for those reasons, because you don't expect that level of niceness with Chinese-owned sushi places. Food-wise, they have the usual selection of maki rolls, nigiri, and special rolls. I use saba (mackerel) and salmon nigiri to guage sushi places, as it is quite difficult to make saba nigiri really well, and quite difficult to mess up salmon. The saba here is fresh and good, definitely not the greatest but solid at 4 star quality. The salmon is fine, but it usually is. The other maki and special rolls that I've tried taste good and all use fresh fish. The awesome thing about this place, which makes up for otherwise pricey sushi, is the $3 per regular roll happy hour, which happens all day on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and every afternoon from 4:30 to 6pm. Although the roll sizes aren't large, at $3 each you can get a filling meal at a decent price on fresh sushi, which is rare around here. The happy hour is an even better deal than what you can get with a Groupon. Can't comment on the wine selection as I don't drink. Overall, good tasty sushi, no frills added. Not the best that I've had, but definitely the best in Northern Ohio that I know of, and with good service in a nice clean setting to boot.
(4)Rebekah K.
I read the positive reviews and was eager to try this place this past weekend. It was not what I was hoping for. The atmosphere left much to be desired due to the large screen tv perpetually stuck on the infomercial channel. Sushi with a side of hair regrowth formula? Yuck! The fish was quite good with the exception of all of the tempura which were served stone cold. The Philly roll was all cream cheese with just a tiny bit of fish. Disappointing. The Christmas roll and the Rock and roll were both delicious and the spicy tuna was good. Maybe they just had an off night but I think from now on I'll stick with Ohashi in North Olmsted.
(2)Matt A.
Best sushi I've found in Cleveland by far. It's very unassuming from the outside but take my word you won't be disappointed. It's become the only place we go for sushi. Haven't tried anything yet that I haven't thoroughly loved, so get a wide variety and enjoy!
(5)Jessica T.
Great food, great presentation!
(4)Jennifer K.
Awesome sushi. Staff was friendly. We went on a Friday night and our food came out do fast we couldn't believe it. There are tons of great rolls to choose from. We will surely be coming back !
(5)Heather H.
I've been quite a bit of a sushi-guru for many years. I've eaten sushi in multiple cities, states, and countries -- I can't possibly even tell you about all of them. Point is, I have mad sushi-cred, and therefore, fellow reader, you should consider my review seriously when I say: Mizu Sushi, in Parma Ohio, United States -- Is the best sushi I have ever had. The place is fairly small, and unimpressive when you merely LOOK at it -- sure, it doesn't have a mini-bridge and pond inside like Shinto, no fancy state of the art hibachi grills, nor expensive-looking modern deco... But it has, without a doubt, THE BEST SUSHI EVER. Hands down. The end. Your quest for delicious sushi is OVER. Now, go give them your business-- they deserve it more than anyone else. However, be warned: it's not a cheap place to eat--however, that will not detract from THIS 5 star review. Also, the staff is friendly.
(5)Mike S.
Consistently fresh and delicious. A wonderful find in an unassuming little strip mall.
(4)Cecilia E.
Mizu is one of my favorite spots for sushi. My husband always said the pieces were too small, but I disagree. $3 rolls on Tuesday! Friendly wait staff, high quality sushi, just delicious. Try the Snow White. Huge pieces of three different fishes wrapped elegantly in pink seaweed with avocado...just heavenly.
(4)Ann P.
My husband and I had a groupon to use, and thoroughly enjoyed the experience, and the food. Everything we tried was interesting, fresh tasting, and well presented. Mexican Roll with paper-thin slices of jalapenos on top was GREAT! Another sushi with mango on top was really interesting - sweet yet tangy. We can't wait to go again!
(5)Katherine W.
Yummy, fast sushi, friendly staff! The location isn't the best, but the inside is quite nice. I ordered some sashimi, a house salad (I LOVE GINGER dressing - yum!) and a sakura roll. Everything was delicious! The waitress was super sweet. If I'm back for work, I will return!
(4)Jennifer H.
i now live 1300 miles away, but always make a point to visit at least once when i'm in town. they are all so friendly and hospitable, the food is creative with a large selection (my favorite is the christmas roll!), and it is a comfortable place to meet with a group of friends.
(5)Bronwen P.
I bought the groupon for this place and had decent expectations after reading some of the reviews here. I was actually even more impressed with my actual experience. The food is very fresh. We got a few of their specialty rolls and then also got a few of the regular rolls and everything was very tasty. The service is what impressed me the most. The restaurant space was small but we were constantly well taken care of. Things of note: They have a happy hour from 4:30-6pm everyday that the regular rolls are only $3. Also, as said in another review, this place is in a strip mall. From the outside it dose not look anywhere as nice as the meal I got there.
(4)Matt B.
Best sushi in the city. We live in Cleveland Heights, but drive the half hour to come here when we're in the mood for sushi.
(5)Dee A.
This is for mostly just the sushi as my group didn't really order anything else. There was six of us and we each ordered a different roll. We also tried the tempura sweet potatotes which were crispy and good and some special appetizer that tasted just like crab rangoon. I actually haven't been to that many sushi places in Cleveland but this one was really good. I ordered the sashimi platter. 16.95 for 14 pieces of sashimi, salad and miso soup. That really is one of the best prices I've seen anywhere. I like having the chef pick the cuts of fish. Usually if you do get the sashimi, the chef gives whatever is the freshest and best at the moment. Our platter pretty much rocked. So so so good. It had salmon (never go wrong there), tuna, white fish, mackerel and toro. Raw fish is one of my absolute favorite things on this earth so I just went to town on it. It was hard sharing it but everything else looked so tempting I gave it up. My favorite of the other rolls were the Iron Man and the Fire Island. I was in a sushi coma and don't really remember the names of the other ones. But everything was either delicious to pretty standard. We had the fried bananas and red bean mochi for dessert. The mochic was just two mochi balls cut up with whipped cream. Something I could make at home. The fried bananas were hot and mushy inside with a tempura batter. They were pretty good and given to us by the manager/owner/sushi chef. The service was really good as well. However, one thing I wasn't a fan of is that as soon as I sat down i was given a cup of tea. After receiving my bill I saw that I was charged 1.95 for it. I probably would have ordered it anyways but it's nice to have the option. Oh well, it's not going to stop me from coming back!
(4)Melanie M.
(By the way - the area code is 216 and not 614 - I put in for Yelp to change this, but we'll see how long it takes.) The 20% off discount goes through the end of this week!! After the 20% discount ends, I am told there will be a daily Happy Hour from 4:30-6:00 which will feature Regular Rolls for $3.00. There is also a Daily Special which is a different deal every day on 2 Special Rolls from the sushi bar, and 1 Entree from the kitchen. Today was my second time back (this time for lunch). The employees are so nice!! They were very accommodating to my requests. I tried a Tofu Teriyaki bento box. It's served with miso soup, house salad (yes, the dressing does contain mayonnaise but I got oil and vinegar instead), steamed rice, tofu & vegetables (teriyaki style). Normally it comes with a California Roll and shumai (shrimp dumpling), but they were nice enough to substitute an avocado roll. All of that for $6.95 - I was more than satisfied (and am now a little sleepy)!! Oh, and the music today was very pleasant - instrumental and very appropriate for the setting. Give this place a try soon!!! Catch the 20% off while you can, and then don't forget about the Happy Hour!!
(4)Dave R.
I'm giving Mizu an extra star for the pure surprise factor. When Mizu first opened, I was really afraid to try out a sushi place, in Parma...in a small strip mall. I've been here probably 7 or 8 times and gotten something different each time and have yet to come away disappointed. I love sushi and try it all over the place, so to have something so fresh and creative here in Parma is literally baffling. It's tough to recommend anything because everyone's preferences vary, but while I love sushi and sashimi, their creative rolls are really excellent. My one and only complaint though is that the portions are on the smaller side. Overall, it's an outstanding, unassuming place in a city you'd least expect it to be.
(4)Claire M.
The sushi is fantastic!! They were very busy on the night we visited and we had to wait a while to get our order - but it was worth the wait! All of our dishes were elegant fresh and tasted great.
(5)Jose R.
First time here, food was really good, good service and not expensive. They have some really good special. I gotta say its worth the drive from Lakewood.
(5)Robert M.
The first time I drove by Mizu, I couldn't help but wonder how on earth a sushi restaurant located in a dive strip center between a check-cashing/carryout establishment and a Subway could possibly be worth trying. However, after reading other reviews I decided to give it a try. Being from Cincinnati, I was eager to find a good sushi restaurant while working in Cleveland and Mizu turned out to be just the thing. I've been there 3 or 4 times and all the rolls, sushi and sashimi have been great (particularly the spicy yellowtail). However, their spicy salad is very unique and - IMHO - quite spectacular.
(4)Lance T.
Was not over all impressed, just ok for the price comparable to wild ginger but more $$. Will stick with sushi 86.
(2)Theresa C.
Normal small japanese restaurant. Went here since it was close Freeway Lanes and we wanted to go bowling afterwards. The waitress was friendly upon arrival and asked if we were Chinese. She then proceeded to speak to us in Chinese. We ordered the Love Boat for 2, which is a nice spread of 16 pieces of sashimi, 10 pieces nigiri and a maki roll and special roll from their menu. This was all nice except for the fact that the sushi chef made the selections for you and you couldn't really change it yourself. The fish tasted very fresh and nicely arranged so all it all, it was more than I would've hoped for a sushi restaurant in a strip mall. Like I said before, nothing especially amazing about anything but if I were in the area and craving Japanese, I'd go back.
(3)Misti S.
Very yummy! Tried it with a groupon and will be back! Service is wonderful and enjoyed the sushi. Also tried a Fruitie Roll - which is fruit sushi! Very fun!
(5)Teddy B.
I visited this location when craving the old occupant's Wonton soup. Lucky enough for me, I like Japanese as well as Sushi. We had Sushi since it was on special for 3.00 and it was pretty good. Not much else to say....great atmosphere....cool chef and waitress....fresh rice and the roll was rolled perfectly. Id go here again for Sushi...didnt try much else but options seem ok.
(3)Christine A.
Just used a groupon and will definitely go back. We had the butterfly and mizu rolls, which were excellent.
(4)Monica S.
Mizu was not a bad sushi place for Cleveland! I ordered a lobster roll (favorite!) among other specialty rolls that didn't require soy sauce and wasabi. It was pretty decent although the fish didn't taste especially fresh. But what can you expect from Cleveland, right? My only qualm about this place was that they were pretty slow. Despite having only 1 other person in the restaurant the wait for our food was especially long, and they came out one at a time. Not bad though, I'd go back.
(3)David T.
An old high school friend and I reconnected. The last time she was in San Diego, we had sushi, so when I rolled into town for the holidays, it was time to have sushi in Cleveland. She recommended a place that had just opened and I knew of the area. It was in Parma. Parma? Yes, Parma. Parma? I invited my roommate, another common friend of ours from high school that had never had sushi in her life, and friend who is in seminary, who the day before had too much Christmas Ale and puked twice. He's a huggy drunk. I'll be honest, I had my reservations about the place, especially when I saw their rolls which were small and thin. The only time small and thin is a positive thing is when I'm trying to describe a date. Outside of that, small and thin are never positives when referring to penis sizes or sushi rolls. But with that said, I don't rolls or do bento boxes or care for people flipping my food on a grill (I actually have uncles that do that for a living), but what I do care for is sashimi. I simply eat raw fish and let me say, their sashimi quality and price are almost the best I've seen. The pieces are large and you can get an 18 piece of sashimi for around 20 dollars. That is almost unheard of in California. It is easily a 35 to 40 dollar meal here. The cuts are large and flavor was almost artistic. Salmon is my staple, but to my surprise they even had white tuna. Both types of fish melt in your mouth. If you're sophisticated aficionado of sashimi, this is a gem on the west side of town--Parma? Yes, in Parma.
(4)Drew A.
I never write reviews ever, however this was my first time going to this restaurant and I have to say not only is the service absolutely fantastic but the food is just as good and it is reasonably priced. If you like sushi or bento boxes this is the place to go!!! Don't pass this place up my friends!! Drew
(5)Daniel A.
I don't know how to rate this place. Really. They have a good selection of sushi and sashimi if you are looking for variety of that sort. The big plus is that there are no hibachi grill and no obnoxious people at ogling at the flaming onion tower. I love japanese food and would venture to say from my lunch experience today, they are almost there. They lack in a certain quality about they way they prepared their dishes. I'll share a few things. I ordered a few items to see how they do overall. So here's what I ordered. From the lunch menu: Chicken Katsu Bento Box (comes with salad and miso soup), yakitori, and salmon sashimi. Can't really comment about miso soup or the salad. Pretty standard for american japanese cuisine dining experience. The sashimi was fresh and nicely presently but a bit pricy (3 for 2 piece). And this is where they lack in that certain Japanese quality. The rice on their bento box is long grain jasmine rice. Sorry. But that's not japanese. Short grain and starchy for bento box, please. The other item i felt was not up to par was their yakitori. The chicken was boiled and teriyaki sauce was poured over it after it was skewered with pieces of green pepper and onion. Yakitori is supposed to be grilled. so if you're serving yakitori you better make sure there's some sort of flame doing some caramelization. That's how you make the yaki real tori. really. So the long and short of my review is this, sushi, sushi rolls and sashimi are a go. Others, I'll hold off. Don't get me wrong. They service was excellent. They were attentive and for the most part easy to understand. So if you're in for some sushi or sashimi. Give Mizu a try, if you're in the area.
(3)Jon S.
Delicious food, friendly staff, good prices. I'll come back.
(4)Ron C.
Fantastic Sushi. New Resident to the Cleveland. As I am a fan of Sushi, I went to every restaurant in the Cleveland area. Mizu is by far the best when it comes to quality, cost, and variety. I highly recommend to all.
(5)Q C.
i am from California so I tried pretty good sushi before. Yaki Udon was good. Pink lady roll was above average. and we had crazy eel that i would say it's pretty good as well. the green tea mochi was more than below average so i wouldn't recommend it.
(4)Aes X.
Probably the best sushi restaurant in Cleveland! The quality of the fish and dishes is high, and the prices are low and reasonable. Plus, half-price rolls on Tuesdays and Wednesdays make it even better! The special house rolls here are better than those of higher-priced restaurants, and the staff is friendly and service quick. Definitely a place to try for both sushi lovers and novices alike. We had miso soup + salad, spicy yellowtail, tuna avocado, and Philadelphia maki rolls, and the Snow White Maki special roll.
(5)Kristen W.
I'm a sushi fanatic, and have been itching to share my love with my stubborn parents for a while now. While home for a weekend from college, I hopped online to look for a good restaurant to take them to for their first sushi experience. I quickly found out that our area is fairly limited - I really only found a few pricey, popular sushi restaurants. My favorite sushi place at school is a quiet and cozy hidden treasure, and I really hoped to find one back home. I came across Mizu, read a couple raving reviews, and showed the website to my parents. After the initial freakout ("ewww! I will NOT eat raw fish!"), my parents immediately attacked the location. It is nestled in on the corner of Brookpark and Tiedeman, which is a far cry from the optimum setting of a place with such a sensitive menu. Somehow, I got them in the car and dragged them down to the restaurant. The first comment out of my dad was "Oh, a completely vacant parking lot on a Friday night. This oughta be great." My stomach dropped when we entered the completely empty dining room, but I was pleased by the decor - understated and classic oriental looking. I immediately ordered the edamame to fill my parents mouths before they could start complaining. Any fan of Japanese food I would expect knows how awesome edamame is, and it was the first step Mizu took in winning my parents (and myself!) over. After much deliberation, my father and I decided on a specialty rolls while my mother elected for sweet potato tempura and shrimp/cucumber rolls, still against the raw fish aspect. I was immediately impressed by my Iron Man roll - it was FANTASTIC! I definitely recommend it for salmon lovers. My mother was content with her rolls but favored the sweet potato. I was completely shocked by my father's reaction - he was SO in love with his Green Hat roll, he savored it and literally cleaned his plate and ate all the garnishments, then ordered a philly roll (which he also enjoyed) to top it off! All of the rolls were presented beautifully. The staff was great - very attentive and patient with my indecisive and uncultured family (we even received complimentary watermelon). We were only set back $44 - what a deal for 5 orders of sushi, plus 1 drink! My parents are now absolutely in love with this place and plan to make regular visits. I've been to my fair share of sushi restaurants and count this among the best in variety and quality of rolls, as well as value. The location really is a shame - it's set in a strip on a busy road in a not so good neighborhood - I think it could really thrive somewhere like North Royalton, where it seems to me there is a bigger sushi following. The word really needs to get out about this place - I'd hate to see such a great restaurant go down due to lack of business. Please, give Mizu a try!
(5)Morgan H.
One word - YUMMY!!!!! Unique rolls - great selection!
(5)Rebecca J.
I gave this place the benefit of my doubt and tried it after hearing such amazing reviews from coworkers. I must say, I am so glad I did! Upon recommendation, I ordered a teriyaki chicken bento box. It was incredible!! It comes with a whole chicken breast, a California roll, 2 shrimp dumplings, rice, a salad, and miso soup all for the bargain price of $8!!! I also called ahead so they would have it ready when I arrived and they had it all set up at a table and covered in Saran Wrap to keep it warm. The staff was friendly and helpful. I really can't think of One bad thing to say..5stars all the way around!
(5)Timothy S.
Halfway between Rt 77 and Rt 71 there is a little place named Parma. Although not know for its culinary choices or eclectic taste, Parma and in particular the Brookpark and Tiedeman area, hide a jem. If you can find Wal-mart, Sam's Club or Home Depot you can find Mizu Sushi. When you drive up, don't be fooled by its strip mall location. When you walk in, don't discouraged by its simplicity. The food here is a treat. Visually the chef makes sure to put the type of presentation together you cant find at any downtown location. You can actually watch the his concentration while preparing each dish. This is not just a meal, it is an art, and for some reason I had forgotten that. Note that you may not eat at the exact same time as the rest of your group, they bring it as its made, but if you can share you are in for something special. Start with a Mizu salad; crab, shrimp, salmon and a thin layer of avocado over it. Don't miss the Christmas Roll with the freshest tuna, eel sauce, and a topper of spicy crab. The Rock'n'Roll is crunchy and delicious. The Parma Roll is great tribute to the last place I thought of when it comes to sushi perfection. If you love sushi take 480 toward Tiedeman and look for an area called Parma.
(5)Jeremiah W.
Great food, great service, great atmosphere. I can't say enough about Mizu Sushi. I've been there 3 times now and thus far everything is just fantastic.
(5)Amber M.
This was my second trip to Mizu for takeout - both have left me completely underwhelmed. I've tried a total of 5 rolls and none of them were good enough that I'd want to get them again. When I went in today, there were 2 tables of 2 people in the restaurant eating at the time. I placed my order and waited 25 minutes. A couple came in and was seated. I waited another 15 minutes. The couple that came in 15 minutes prior had already eaten their soup and their entree was delivered to their table just before my takeout was brought to me. Also, while I was waiting, the gentleman who was making the sushi squatted down and sneezed repeatedly in front of the sushi. Now, I assume he squatted down in the hope that he would sneeze below the sushi he was preparing, but I was completely disgusted nonetheless. I ordered the Sakura, Dynamite and the Stop Light roll. None of the 3 is worth writing home about and I wouldn't order any of them again. In fact, based on the length of time I had to wait for my 3 rolls, I would not try Mizu again. I'm terribly disappointed because I really wanted to like this place!
(2)Ashley L.
Mizo is just the best. It's totally a hidden jem that we've overlooked for so many sad years until a friend suggested it to us. They've got specials all throughout the week (check online for days and times) and be aware that they close for about an hour in the day (again, check for times). The vegetable and miso soups are wonderful. The mango and crouching tiger roll are awesome as well as all of their other rolls (salmon and tuna and eel, oh my!) Stuck to the sushi because it's done so well I never want to stray. Throw some sake and green tea ice cream in there and float right off to happy land. Service is always great, and I think they've got coupons online.
(5)Cara L.
All good sushi restaurants are in Parma! My first visit was fantastic and I have added it to my top sushi picks in NEO. The size of the sushi rolls for the price that Mizu charges is amazing! This is the first place I have been in a long time that I actually enjoyed eel in my sushi. One of my favorite things is that they give you a menu of sushi filled with pictures so you know exactly what the roll will look like when they set it in front of you. It's the simplest things that go a long way in my opinion! My boyfriend and I ordered the Christmas Roll, Shrimp Roll, Crazy Tuna Roll and the Rock and Roll. They were all equally delicious. I can't wait to visit again and try the Green Tea ice cream that other yelpers have posted about!
(5)Alyssa H.
There was a Mizu where I used to live so I figured this one wouldn't be bad. The sushi (philadelphia rolls) was delicious, however the service was terrible. My online order didn't go through until 30minutes after I got there and the woman who was being hostess got very upset with me for coming and asking for an order that wasn't there. But as I sat waiting, I heard them yell my order with my name, half an hour later. Not only was I way over my lunch by the time I even got back, but they forgot chopsticks and my eel sauce. I will make the drive to the Mizu in Warren/Niles. This one was just disappointing.
(3)Joshua H.
Must go for lunch. It was packed for lunch, and deservedly so. It was so cheap and so good. Entrees come with garden salad and miso soup. Service was awesome and very quick to refill your waters or get you more wasabi. 5 stars for great sushi and great service.
(5)Jason H.
Good sushi! Quick and good quality. Had lunch here- got my sushi fix. Nothing fancy, but fresh and easy :) I recommend if you're in area and hungry for sushi.
(4)Grant W.
Our seemingly endless search for amazing sushi has come to a (temporary) end at Mizu -- a wonderful little Japanese restaurant tucked away in a thoroughly unbecoming little corner of Parma. Every roll we had was top-notch, and the prices are quite fair. Our non-sushi-eating son ordered Shrimp Tempura and loved every bite. We will definitely be back. Only con: service a bit slow/inattentive at times.
(5)Nancy K.
DELICIOUS! Easily one of the best sushi spots in Cleveland! I had the Hawaiian and Parma rolls and both were awesome
(5)David G.
I have been to Mizu many times and have always enjoyed the experience. The staff is very friendly and remembered me after my second visit. The sushi is top notch without a top notch price. The sushi chef always comps me a little something (as is usual when a good sushi chef gets to know you). They have a diverse menu and a picture book of the different sushi. Additionally, they offer special sushi preperations on an almost nightly basis. Combine that with the sushi "happy hour" pricing and the other menu items and you have a great little hidden gem of a restaurant. If you like sushi and don't want to pay a fortune for it, give Mizu a try!
(5)Jennifer W.
I generally try not to complain about businesses and generally try to live by the "if you have nothing nice to say, say nothing at all" rule.... But the things is, I have soooo many nice things to say about this place. It's great! But, the last couple of times have been nothing short of infuriating. After my second to last visit, I kind of said "Never Again", but went back this past Wednesday and had pretty much the SAME thing happen again... I really hope Mizu pinpoints what is causing the problems and fixes it, because it really is a great place. On my latest visit: my boyfriend and I stopped in on Wednesday (which happens to be $3 roll night). The place was pretty busy, but we were seated right away....and then waited 20 minutes for anyone to bring water or menus. We ordered our wine and sushi right away, because we didn't know when or if the waitress would ever come back if we took any more time. An hour later (literally, almost to the minute), we reached the point of that awkward "Should we pay for our drinks and just leave? Where else would we go? By the time we drive somewhere else, the food here would be ready probably" debate. But...we flagged down our waitress to see how much longer it would take. She picked "5 minutes" as her arbitrary answer, and we decided to wait it out. Fifteen to 20 minutes later, she came back and said they were working on our order then. So... About 10 minutes after that, we got our order. It was, as always, crazy delicious and perfect - and of course the $3 deal is amazing. BUT - I was very disappointed overall with the way the staff dealt with the long wait times. There was a lot of unhappy murmuring: Every other table was getting as confused and grumpy as we were, and no one got any kind of apology or explanation or acknowledgement or ANYTHING. Just a long, inexplicable wait time. Surprisingly, only one table actually spoke up about the ridiculous long wait and lack of service, to which the manager loudly announced: "Sorry, we have a lot of carry-out orders!" That's totally understandable, but... I've gotta think that the restaurant would want to prioritize the customers who are physically in the restaurant, especially when the wait time ends up being, from beginning to end, nearly two hours. I won't say "Never Again", because the sushi really is delicious, but... I'm thinking carryout is probably the way to go from now on.
(4)Susan K.
OK, they have great food, but the service is seriously awful. They are nice enough, but it's like they have NO idea how to split up sections. It seems like whoever is standing around will take the order...or not, depending on of one's of the sushi chef's (not sure that's the correct term) screams at them to wait on you. This is the 3rd time that's happened. I almost want to grab the manager and tell him how to seat and wait on tables. I feel bad because I love the food. For instance, I went last weekend and almost left because I couldn't get a drink, yet the server was constantly piling on food at the table right next to me, all while pretending that I wasn't there. There were a total of 4 tables, including lonely ol' me, sitting alone (natch). I really hope they get it together. I tipped the server because I'm not a dick, but I certainly didn't do more than 10%. I really just wanted to not eat at home alone. I didn't want entertainment, but I DID want to eat. Anyway, I'd give the food 4 stars, but with the service....nope.
(3)Bill M.
Hands down BEST SUSHI IN CLEVELAND! 寿å¸ã¯ãŠã„ã—ã„ã§ã™ I signed up for Yelp just so I could leave this review! I have been eating at Mizu for about 2 years now and have passed the word to many friends. This place is a diamond in the rough. I only found it because I was in the area and Siri pointed them out. Not fancy. Not always fast. But if you want GREAT sushi, this is the place to go. I have had sushi all over the place (west side, downtown, east side, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Tokyo, Yokohama, Kobe and Kyoto) and Mizu equals or surpasses the best of them. While their standard Maki rolls, Sushi and Sashimi are great, make sure you try some of their special rolls. The Tiger Shogun Roll (Tempura Lobster) is to die for! The Butterfly Roll (Tempura Shrimp, Eel, with Mango wrap) is just incredible. And for fellow Salmon lovers, try the Yellow Stone Roll (Spicy Salmon, Salmon and Mango). If you think Mango sounds weird for sushi (as I once did), you have got to trust me and give it a try. Incredible! The special rolls have sauces on them so you don't typically dip them in soy sauce like a regular roll. And, in case you have never had Tonkatsu (deep fried pork cutlet with a Katsu dipping sauce), you have got to try it! My Japanese friends made if for us 20 some years ago and it is fantastic. The appetizer is only like $5 or so. Yum!!! Ok, that's it, I am going tonight! The staff is also great, by the way. Sushi Chef Peter and his apprentice usually present the regulars with a surprise appetizer -- different each time -- great every time. Lili, the owner, comes by to chat and makes sure all is well. Leah and the two or three other servers are always super friendly. They have my hot saki ready for me before I even ask. Don't tell too many people about this place. We should keep it our little secret!
(5)Kristen W.
I didn't expect much from this strip mall sushi joint, but groupon in hand, I was ready for my sushi fix. The dining room was extremely small and crowded but not to the point where it was a turn off. We went with the crazy no 1 roll and another specialty roll with spicy tuna and crab, along with Philly roll, sweet potato roll, and spicy shrimp roll. All of them were good with the two specialty rolls being the stand outs. It was enough for two of us and the sushi was all good! Although, with all of the other sushi joints around I probably wouldn't come back here without a coupon or something. Or maybe for the $3 regular rolls all day Tuesday and Wednesday!
(4)Mo A.
Sushi was very good here! We had the spicy tuna, spicy salmon, Ohio role and the rainbow roll. They followed my cardinal rule of not layering my sushi with sauce or other crap... For me this really allows for the flavor of the fish to come out and it shows that they aren't trying to hide any poor quality fish. My only wish is that took American Express.
(4)Mark L.
Decided to give this place another chance after giving it a pretty harsh review a few years ago. By the way, ever look at your old reviews and think, "Wow, I sound like such a prick"? No? Just me? Anyway... Came here for sushi happy hour. Their HH menu is kinda small, with rolls that didn't really appeal to me, so I ended up supplementing my original order with some regular menu items. HH rolls I tried were shrimp tempura, futomaki, and spicy tuna. The shrimp tempura roll was good. The futo was OK. The spicy tuna was not so much. All three rolls were much smaller than what you can get at other places. The futo in particular actually looked like a half roll. The regular menu items were the Winter Roll, a specialty roll which was pretty good despite how bland it looked, and a chirashi entree, which I usually get to test how good a sushi restaurant's raw fish offerings are. It wasn't very good here. The fish was uncomfortably warm and tasteless. I left with a better impression than the last time, but still think this place is just OK. Still better options out there. Oh and I just remembered that our waittress called the chirashi "sarachi", which I've heard people use to mispronounce "sriracha", and the futomaki "photo-maki". Lol? You're a waitress and you can't pronounce the menu items? C'mon Man!
(3)Charity H.
Don't discount Mizu based on its shady strip mall location. This is my go-to place for inexpensive, fresh, tasty sushi! Highlights - Lunch specials at great prices, daily happy hour from 4:30 - 6 p.m. and ALL DAY Happy hour on Tuesday and Wednesday - all regular rolls are $3/each. The restaurant is small and always packed for happy hour, especially on Tues./Wed. (I stick to carry-out on those days) Lunchtime attracts a decent crowd, but I've never had a wait. The staff is friendly, and they provide a photo look book of their specialty rolls. I appreciate that they don't over stuff their rolls with rice to compensate for low prices. You get the same rolls during regular hours as you do during happy hours. If going for lunch on a happy hour day, I recommend you stick to the 2 or 3 roll lunch special as you pay the same price per roll, but get soup and a salad as well. Salad is typical iceberg lettuce with some shredded carrts and possibly some purple cabbage, or a stray cucumber, topped with a homemade paste-like sweet and tangy carrot/ginger dressing. Soup is a nice cloudy miso broth with chucks of earthy seaweed and bits of tofu. It gets 4 stars as it's a solid performing good place to grab no-frills sushi.
(4)Julie M.
The best sushi restaurant I have ever been to. They have a wide variety of rolls that go beyond the basic California roll. My personal favorite is the pink lady. The sauce served with it is so delicious you will be scraping the plate. This place is great to take new sushi eaters as their menu come with a picture book. It's much easier to order based on the picture book then the menu. Thus is an absolute must sushi place for all clevelanders.
(5)Lisha N.
I went at 2:20pm on a Wednesday to celebrate by taking out my partner to a birthday lunch on me. We were the only ones in there our entire lunch, which was fine with me but for some reason the whole time, it felt as if we were being rushed. We had till 3 to order maki rolls at the $3 price, the waitress just had to comment and say no need to rush but u need to order because the sushi bar is closing. Turned me off a little bit, She stood there impatiencently. I moved on and ordered and the food came about 10-15 minutes later.. edamame, then the spring rolls finally the sushi. Everything was great, fresh and tasted on point with what i expected. But the waitress again was kinda like rude with her comments, like she just had to say " well just hand it to me, cause she decided not to turn around" .. because i didnt realize she was standing behind me waiting for me to hand her my plate!! So michelle grabbed it and handed it to her realizing thats what she was waiting for. Its like well, did u have to say that.. and why are u waiting for me to hand u my plate??... just very impatient, rushed.. a little irritating. BUT the food was great and i would eat there again. Part 2 coming soon lol.
(4)Vi W.
Very solid sushi! I had the lunch sashimi and sushi combo for a very reasonable price and a generous amount of fish. The salmon sashimi was as good as I could hope for, and the other fish were pretty fresh. The only thing I could hope for improvement on was the tuna.. I'm not a huge fan of tuna, so even if it's a little subpar it stands out to me a lot. Overall a great lunch option for good quality sushi in Cleveland!
(4)Mindy N.
It takes forever for the food to come out and the quality isn't that great. Not worth the price and waiting time. Will not return.
(2)Lissie L.
Let me just say, the sushi is delicious. The food was not the issue. Came here on Wednesday night around 5:30 and waited an hour for our food. Our appetizer was also forgotten about, but they did bring us a one eventually. The waiter was very apologetic about the appetizer and the wait. They seemed understaffed and very crowded. They do pick up, though! Probably going to go that route next time.
(3)Amanda M.
Hands down the best sushi in the Brooklyn area. Don't judge it by the fact that it is across from Walmart and next to a sketchy mini-Mart. This place has outstanding sushi and you won't be disappointed. The sushi chefs are very creative with the endless variety of special rolls. I'm a big fan of the sushi and sashimi dinner.
(4)Amber G.
I have to say this is probably the best hidden place to get sushi from in the Parma/Cleveland/Brooklyn area. Sure there are a few hibachi places, but this restaurant focuses on sushi and they are really good at it. My husband and I have gone for date night, I've gone with friends and I have taken our family here as well. All of the kids even enjoyed it (our youngest doesn't like sushi so he had the fried rice and it was delicious as well). We have never been disappointed.
(5)Joe K.
ç´ æ™´ã‚‰ã—ã„! (Amazing!) Cleveland is surprisingly, or unsurprisingly, home to many wonderful sushi bars - Mizu is one of the best and nestled south of the city in Parma, which I wouldn't have expected. This joint has some of the best Sushi I've had in the Great State of Ohio, and so many great options too! Which makes it hard to choose from, but as far as problems go, that's not a bad one to have. Mizu is located in a quiet but nice little strip mall and the interior is cozy and welcoming. As my fiancèe and I were greeted, the waitress was very nice, quick, and helpful in deciding. We also appreciated the book of images and labels for each of their sushi rolls. We decided on the 2 roll lunch special with Miso soup and a salad, which was a great deal. Each of our rolls were awesomely delicious, from the crab, cali, salmon, and peanut rolls. Their peanut roll was crunchy and offers a different take on sushi that was a nice change. Our service was swift and attentive as well which made the experience great as well. They also seem to have a selection of great of sake which I will be sure to try on our next visit. As I mentioned, their menu is very extensive (and delicious sounding!) and we absolutely cannot wait to come back. Next time, I'll try their bento boxes which offer up a nice and varied assortment of sushi, shrimp shumai, and other options. They also have a really great happy hour from 430-6pm with the great deal of $3 rolls. Hell Yes, this will for sure be our new Happy Hour sushi joint, you can't beat that. Mizu is a great and authentic Japanese sushi restaurant with a welcoming vibe, great options, delicious sushi, and plenty of Sake and Sapporo to go around! Now excuse me as I go watch Spirited Away...Sushi always puts me in the mood for one of Miyazaki's classic films :)
(4)Manda C.
Awesome sushi!! Great prices too. The servers are always friendly. Celebrated my birthday here and got to pick a free desert. I didn't have to get the obligatory piece of cake either. Definitely one of the best sushi places in the Cleveland area.
(5)Kim S.
If you are looking for very good sushi and a laid back atmosphere, look no further. We've stopped in with friends for a meal and ordered online to pick up on the way home from work. Fresh, fun unique signature maki or standard fare..... Yet never standard. Slight language barrier but very friendly staff who work hard to bring great food.
(4)Mike T.
Since when did Parma become asian town? Between Mely's Kianan, Kumo, Nipa Hut, that highly rated korean restaurant on Pearl and this place, there is plenty of food to make my wife happy. I grew up in Parma and all that was there when I was young were old people and kids with no interest in much of anything, especially other cultures. In the words of Walter Sobchak, a land of nihilists. Anyway, the sushi and service were good. Probably not 4 stars, but at least 3.5. My wife lived in Japan for four years and that's were I met her, so we know sushi... her more than I. Nice joint in an otherwise boring location.
(4)Teejay B.
I'll be honest, I looked to the Yelp reviews for this one. My friend and I were in the sushi mood and wanted a place we had never been before. So I checked Yelp! This place had some great reviews. The people love it and I was sold. Our server was wonderful! A little strange and he liked to talk a lot but that's not always a bad thing. He was very attentive and made sure our water was always full. We had a hard time choosing what to order, so we got three! The volcano rock was brought to the table first. I wasn't crazy about this one but it had to do with the honey mustard flavored sauce. I hate honey mustard you see, and it had a deep burn in your sinuses. I'm assuming there was some wasabi in it. I love spicy food but this was something completely different. It made me want to tear off my nose and drown it in my water. My friend loved it though, so I know that it was just my taste preferences. Next we had the Parma roll and the Christmas roll. Both delightful! The Parma roll was a little hard to eat with chop sticks but it was very good. Anything with crab on it, I'm sold. The food was great and for a reasonable price.
(4)Mike G.
I have heard so many good things but was really cautious as it is located in a tiny and dingy looking strip mall. I had a roll and some sushi. If I stuck to the rolls I think my rating would be better. The roll was great, but the sushi was OK. If I come back, I'll stick to the rolls.
(3)Jay S.
This is my first 5 star review on yelp. Mizu is an amazing sushi spot. 3 dollar rolls on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, dine in or carry out. You can not beat that deal! Quick serves normally and the owners are super nice! I always bring out of town guest here. I moved from Chicago 7 years ago and this is the best spot I have found that is reasonably priced.
(5)Ryan M.
For starters im a huge sushi fan. My girlfriend and I are constantly going to different sushi bars everywhere we travel. Mizo has a great deal Tuesday and Wednesday and all their regular rolls are only 3$. I suggest the tempura sweet potato roll . This is a smaller place and after only our second time there the server remembered both of us which I found pretty funny. I definitely recommend this place.
(5)Paul V.
What a wonderful find. Yelp did not steer me wrong on this one. This is a great little spot. The staff is extremely friendly and the sushi was very good.
(5)Adam R.
This place has never steered me wrong. I was recommended to mizu sushi several years ago and loved it ever since. This was my first time there in about 2 years, and it was just as good as I remembered. They have a very big menu with lots of different sushi rolls to choose from. I was sort of disappointed in the spring rolls, however. They weren't expensive (I think $4.50) and were very tasty, but there was literally about 3 bites of food. So just be aware of that if you decide to go with them. Other than that, I was completely satisfied with everything about this cozy little sushi spot. If you're a sushi lover and haven't been here, you have to check it out!
(5)P W.
Mizu is a great value for sushi. There is a happy hour every day from 4:30 to 6 pm (except for Sunday). Regular rolls are $3 during this time window. I enjoy the sushi here more than at the lunch buffet at Tomo. Lunch specials at Mizu are excellent and affordable. A tofu bento box is around $7 with miso soup and salad. I enjoy Ginko although I would like to retire between the ages of 50-55. Pacific East is a nice place yet sometimes out of the way. Mizu has a calm atmosphere. The service is excellent. I looked at the Yelp app on my last visit and noticed people discussing the Parker Roll. Parker Roll piqued my interest. My parents gave me the name of Parker before the name surged in popularity. Now it is acceptable to call your offspring wacky words like Parker. My friend Phil text messaged me today and thanked me for writing such good Yelp reviews. He also inquired about meeting for lunch in the near future because he is working nearby in Independence. He ended the conversation with the following: Oh. Btw. The Parker roll at mizu is sort of named after you. Nikki n I used to go there all the time and they named a special roll after our kid Parker whom would most likely not have the name if I didn't know u. Mind blown? Try the Parker Roll in my honor!
(5)Craig L.
Don't judge a book by it's cover. This place is fantastic. The sushi is top notch and service is even better. Who cares it's across from Walmart. Been here many times and each time is just as good. I know they also offer restaurant.com coupons. Typical roles are great but try the Parma roll. Very solid. Don't dismiss because of location or you will miss out.
(4)Corey K.
Excellent sushi, we have been looking for a small non chain feeling sushi place for a long time and this is the place. Very personal and a lot of great combos of sushi.
(5)Becca R.
Just had dinner here after our normal Vietnamese place was close. This place was great. Their menu was big with a lot of different options. My hubby got the 1-in1 which had tuna, salmon, crunch and avocado. It was amazing. A friend got the hot roll which he liked and they split a Mexican roll which had a jalapeño pepper on top. It was fresh, unique and delicious. This was a great find and well worth a second visit.
(5)Jim K.
The sushi was very good, and really decently priced. My lady friend and I had the one called a mexican roll and unless youre a fan of very spicy I dont recommend it. I am so I found the thin slice of raw jalapeno a treat. The only reason Im giving it 4 stars and not 5 is solely based on the fact they definitely needed another server. Her and I sat for almost 5 minutes before our drink orders were taken. Minus that Ill definitely be back again whenever I get a sushi craving.
(4)Demra C.
My favorite local sushi place. Choices are amazing menu is very large .Favorites are the peppered tuna and raw scallops . However can't go wrong with any roll. Service is spot on . Also enjoy the sake menu.
(5)Gene G.
Let me start by saying that I am no expert on sushi, but this place is great. I work right up the road, and when my coworkers told me they wanted to take me to a sushi restaurant sandwiched between a Subway and a questionable convenience store in a Parma strip mall I was understandably skeptical. I couldn't help but have flashbacks to the gastrointestinal discomfort I felt after an all-you-can-eat sushi experiment during my high school years in rural PA... But I was pleasantly surprised by Mizu. They serve some of the best sushi I've had in Cleveland, and although my sample size is small I can certainly say that the majority of people would be pleased with the quality here. They have a pretty nifty $3 roll deal certain days of the week that I have partaken in a number of times. The deal only applies to their more simple rolls, but it's worth the savings. They also have a nice lunch deal where you get the soup, salad, and three rolls for something like $15. I used to hit this deal two or three times a week before I realized I was poor and I should go back to eating ham slices without bread for lunch every day so I can keep paying my rent. As far as complaints, I really don't have any. It's kind of small and sometimes the service is slow, but I'm usually not mad that they keep me from going back to work for an extra ten minutes. Their bathrooms could probably use a thorough cleaning, and they do have a creepy waving cat statue on the bar, but otherwise it is a wonderful establishment. Final verdict: I love it. I know right now you're asking: "Gene, haven't you eaten sushi at Get-Go before?" and the answer is yes. That was my Thanksgiving dinner one year. But I can confidently say this place is 1000x better than Get-Go. I would eat lunch here every day if I wasn't poor. If they ditch that waving cat statue and I might eat here every day anyway, screw the rent.
(5)brandon k.
My favorite sushi that I've found in the Cleveland area so far. It's located in a dingy little strip joint but once you get inside the food is fantastic. We absolutely love the "Fire Island" roll, an extra spicy roll stuffed with jalapenos and other goodies. We also love the service. If you sit up at the sushi bar on a busy night, the chefs will often serve up some complimentary snacks to help ease the wait.
(5)Michelle B.
Some of the best sushi I've ever had, which isn't saying much since I am not a sushi connoisseur and I'm also not very adventurous (I stick with spicy shrimp, shrimp tempura, california, sweet potato), but I am never disappointed and I always leave happy. Really friendly staff, and on Tuesdays and Wednesdays they have discounted regular rolls. YUM!
(5)Michele G.
I drove 20 minutes while in town after reading about the sushi cake on the menu. I went with hopes that it would be a layered sushi dish like a tuna tower...greatly dissappointed! The menu is misleading...what it should say is -a sushi roll smooshed together with salmon, sauce, and a cherry on top because sadly that is what it was.(you can see in the pic I posted) The sushi was just ok, nothing special . The miso soup, tasted awful and smelled horrible. Sorry, can't really give a great review for this place. I'm not sure how it gets 5 stars from everyone...
(2)Sam M.
I know that sushi is a very personal food for many people. So to say this is the BEST sushi in CLE may not be the the review you're looking for. Let's start with the space itself. It in a small retail strip on Brookpark road, blink and you'll miss it. Cozy and clean on the inside but not pretentious, tables are pretty close together so it feels a little cramped if it's busy. The service is friendly and helpful with questions, and just plain fun to talk with. On to the sushi. Wow! Simply put, they do it right here. Everything is fresh and well prepared, from simple spicy tuna rolls to their amazing specialty rolls like the Dragon and Christmas rolls. For those of us who like Uni the have it on the menu but it's not always available. My girl and I were told however if it's something you really want they would order it with some advance notice. I'd give them a firm date and at least a week, also plan for a group so that the product is consumed. Uni is a delicacy and not for everyone so be prepared to eat what you order. Now, is it the best sushi in CLE? Well, I think it's pretty darn good and worth your attention. Then you can chime in and tell me what you think. Bon a petit!!!
(5)Jason B.
From the outside you would consider turning around, especially being in a strip mall. If you are smart you will venture inside and see what this small but nice place has to offer. Good food, reasonable prices, polite staff, and a very hospitable owner.
(4)Kevin B.
Very happy that I was introduced to this out of the way place.
(4)Kristine C.
I gave it a four star coz the food was good but not too perfect coz it was a bit pricey. $4-5 for 2pcs sashimi.
(4)Josh M.
My girlfriend and I love this place. The menu has many options to cover whatever preference you have with sushi. The rolls are all great and the place is very comfortable and casual. The staff is all very friendly and helpful as well. Favorite sushi in Cleveland.
(5)Joyce H.
Came here for a friend's birthday party. Overall, it was a decent Midwestern style Japanese restaurant (though it is Chinese run). We had a snafu with seating for our large group, resulting in some confusion and disorganization among the servers. We ordered several special rolls to split amongst a small group. There's a lot of mayo, tempura, sweet elements (like mango) and cheese included in many of the rolls. Also, lots and lots of sauce. Out of the 4 rolls, I think my favorite was the Amazing Roll..
(3)Chloe W.
100% best sushi restaurant in Cleveland,the sushi is very juicy and fried wuton is delicious
(5)Ashleigh S.
Awesome! Crouching tiger roll,spicy mayo on the side. Love this place! My husband gets the Winter Roll. If you are not a nori or raw fish person, the winter roll is a great choice because it has a soy wrapper instead of nori with tempura shrimp...I have never had a disappointing visit here
(4)Stephanie W.
We departed our home on a Saturday evening, craving some carry-out sushi...we turned to Yelp for some recommendations and decided to try Mizu after reading some of the reviews. It's not a great location, and the entire shopping plaza is a little run down, but hey, if good sushi awaits... I am vegan, so I always sample the vegetable and tofu options offered by sushi restaurants, and I was very happy with the selection here. We ordered online (which was awesome) and I created some of my own rolls, which was great. I went veg-heavy and was pleasantly surprised by the size of the rolls and the quality of the ingredients. The tempura sweet potato sushi was a really nice treat - wow. Even my carnivorous husband wanted in on that action. The rolls were a great size and I thought the prices were good. Since I always stick with cheap vegetable sushi, I tend to be put off by places that charge a ton for basically rice and some cucumber. Not here. Here I felt like we were well taken care of. My husband went for the winter roll and the California roll and was really happy with both. After trying several sushi places in the area over the past few months, this is now officially our favorite.
(4)Greg H.
We are regulars here and it is by far the best sushi in the area. The pink lady roll is our favorite.
(4)Kim T.
This is the closest sushi place to my house and since I crave sushi constantly, I've been frequenting it quite a bit lately. It's small, the servers are all really friendly, the sushi is good. It's not the best sushi place in Cleveland but it's a fantastic place to go when you want some creative rolls. I've tried quite a few of the larger rolls and every time that I think that I've found a favorite, I try something new and it becomes my new favorite. They have great specials too.
(4)Ruchu T.
Being one of the few places to offer sushi around Parma/Brooklyn has it's perks. I was here on a Monday night and the restaurant got fairly packed towards the end of our dinner. Seeing that it has an average of four stars, I thought I'd give this place a try (and I had a two-year old restaurant.com certificate). The place is a bit small, fitting maybe 50 guests + a few at the bar. There's not too much Asian inspired decor, which isn't a bad thing. Anyhow, my girlfriend and I ordered miso soup and soft shell crab to start. The crab arrived pretty quickly and was hot. It was somewhat crunchy but the meat lacked texture and was a mushy. The waitress forgot about our soups until I reminded her. For the main course, we ordered scallop sushi, salmon and tuna sashimi, spider roll, and dynamite roll. The scallop sushi was fresh and sweet. The salmon sashimi was definitely the better of the two. The salmon was buttery and smooth, the tuna on the other hand was a bit too chilled and not as buttery. The sushi rolls were nicely presented and wrapped tightly. The soft shell crab in the spider roll was definitely better than the one we had for appetizer. It was crunchier and the meat was denser. I also like the crunch the roman lettuce added to the spider roll. The dynamite roll was topped with thinly sliced mangos with a mayo/mango sauce. In the roll, there was imitation crab, tuna, and avocados. It was different, a bit sweet, and tangy, I liked it. We finished the night with red bean ice cream. The ice cream was delicious, very creamy with just the right amount of sweetness. I need to find this ice cream at the Asian markets!
(3)Mallory R.
Went here last fall, sorry for the late review. We went a little later at night, around 7 or 8 pm. Restaurant was not crowded and our waiter was VERY attentive. I really cannot remember what we ordered (sorry) but I do remember that all of the sushi we ate was amazing. That is the important part! I really liked how the menu had a photo album of what each sushi dish looked like. Food for the eyes! The service and food were good, and I see no reason to go back. We will definitely visit again, especially because we live so close by! Don't just write it off because it is in a strip mall!
(4)Ken M.
Excellent Sashimi. Tuna, White Tuna, and Salmon was perfect. Rainbow roll was great too. Prices were very reasonable. Overall great place, my new go to for the CLE airport area!
(4)Arianne R.
First off, the portions here are significantly larger than the other sushi places in town. My husband and I completely over committed by getting extra sushi rolls because we are so used to getting smaller sizes. We were so full and ended up taking extras home. Second, the fish, rice and other ingredients are very fresh. We are pretty picky about that and agreed that this has been the best so far in Cleveland. Third, the customer service was excellent. Raymond was our waiter and he always made sure we were doing okay and our drinks were full. We will be back often!
(5)Jennifer D.
Their sushi is excellent and so fresh. The only items I would not recommend are their noodle dishes with beef or chicken, as the meat comes out so dry and tasteless. Their pork tonkatsu off the appetizer menu is very good as well as their seaweed salad. We've tried sushi on all sides of NEO. It's great to have a place in Parma that knows how to do amazing, fresh sushi, comparable to downtown or Tremont places. Great atmosphere too. Definitely check this place out! Also, their regular sushi rolls are $3 all day on Tuesdays/Wednesdays.
(4)Mo R.
Amazing restaurant this is easily the best sushi restaurant in Cleveland. All of the dishes look and taste great. The staff is extremely pleasant and courteous and the owner is always around making sure your meal is fantastic.
(5)Eric J.
I am new to sushi and when I heard that some of the best sushi in Cleveland could be found in Parma I had my doubts. When I realized that Mizu was in a tiny strip mall by what looks to be a booze and lottery shop with a chain sandwich shop on the other side, I had second thoughts. I decided to give it a go and find out what it had to offer since it was highly recommended. Upon entering the restaurant we were greeted immediately and seated quickly. I am pretty sure that almost everyone said hello to us which was really nice. Our waitress was kind and timely. We decided to start things off with the spicy crab ragoons which were good. The portion was a good amount for an appetizer and the shells were packed with crab. We then had the christmas and volcano rock rolls. Both rolls were fresh and presented nicely. Each roll came with 8 pieces and was priced fairly. I was pleasantly surprised by the quality and great service. I will be back to try more.
(5)Janine S.
Amazing sushi with a small dining room. We had the Christmas roll, pink lady, 2 in 1, and aso maki specialty rolls. I didn't like the pink lady based on personal preference but the other three were great. They have a small selection of inexpensive beer, wine, and saki. Service was excellent and informative. Would highly recommend Mizu!
(5)Sara B.
Sushi was excellent! I was actually quite surprised considering this is in a very small shopping center/store front and perhaps not a place you would even consider trying. The chicken fried rice was the best I have ever had. Would definitely eat here again!
(4)MaryAnn S.
This is hands down, the best sushi I have ever had. Rolls are beautiful and intricate. The Hawaii roll is the best thing I've ever had. Service is good, fast and efficient. They really know what they are doing!!
(5)Julie K.
My fiancé and I are obsessed with sushi and we are thrilled to have found Mizu in Parma! We have been there twice now and cannot wait to go back. On top of their amazing sushi selection, their customer service is top notch. The sushi is also priced right and they have a happy hour. Yum!
(5)Sneha P.
The food was spectacular and the service was even better! I recommend this place if you are craving sushi. The atmosphere is nice. The miso soup is very good and the crab rangoon was the best I have ever had. They provide a book of menu items along with their pictures to help make the selection easier. If I lived closer, I would certainly be a regular!
(5)Katie M.
I really enjoy Mizu. I have called ahead and ordered sushi for carry out during dinner service several times and it's been ready in 20 minutes, which is how long it takes me to drive there. You get great service eating in the restaurant too. With the exception of Ginko in Tremont (which is $$$), this is some of the best sushi I've had. I'd say it's definitely worth a try if you're new to sushi or have lots of experience eating it.
(5)Michelle E.
Mizu sushi is my favorite secret spot for incredible sushi in northeast Ohio. First time I visited, I didn't expect much based on the small plaza and storefront/location..but damn was I impressed. I come here almost on a weekly basis for their tue/wed $3 maki rolls, favorites include the sweet potato tempura roll and salmon avocado roll. I recently tried one of their specialty rolls and didn't understand why I hadn't done so sooner. Very blessed to live less than 30 min from such a hidden gem! Bonus tip-you can even get the $3 maki rolls to go for pickup (they tend to be crowded tue/wed nt)!!
(5)Kaylyn B.
I've been on a quest for good sushi near Lakewood for so long (this is the one thing Lakewood is lacking!). Mizu is one of the nearest places and so far, the best place I've tried. Good prices and yummy sushi! It always tastes fresh and I love the variety. This is my go-to place on this side of town when I'm in the mood for some rolls!
(4)Kenny Y.
There was a groupon for this little Japanese place in Parma so I went to go check it out tonight. As other reviewers have mentioned, this restaurant is in a strip mall. In fact, it's right next to a gas station and it's nestled between a Subway and a convenience store with "check cashing" written on its windows. However, the decor inside feels like a Japanese restaurant, it's nice and clean, and it attracts a decent clientele, both Asian and not. They have regular rolls, special rolls, and signature rolls. The regular rolls and the sashimi are very small. Seriously, they are tiny and will not fill you up. However, the special rolls and signature rolls are a good size. They are very creative with these rolls, almost to a fault - for instance, I'm just not sure how well the large amount of mayo, mango and shrimp tempura really jived with each other. However, the fish were very fresh. The service is fantastic and they check on you very often. They must have refilled my water maybe 7 or 8 times tonight, and that's not because I drank 7 full glasses of water. They offer buy 3 get 1 free rolls on Saturday (can't be combined w/ groupon) as well as $3 roll happy hours from 4:30-6pm each day and all day Tuesday and Wednesday.
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