Message: | Unfortunately, my parents don't go out very often except for special occasions or unless we drag them out. So while I'm sure they'd appreciate the other sushi places, there's no basis for comparison. Now I'm beginning to wonder if my father finessed the final bill. What is essential in a sushi experience is the personal touch that was key when we ate at Mako Sushi. Most traditional or creative sushi chefs are willing to showcase their talents if they know their audience will appreciate it, so even in mediocre restaurants, you may get some special attention and even get some specially ordered ingredients, which may result in spectacular meals. On the flip side, you can go to some high-quality, swanky sushi place and find it just better than average if you sit at a table and only order a few things off a menu. It seems analogous to japanese home cooking as well. Every home cook makes things with a slightly different flavor -- at times called ofukuro no aji (a reference to the mother's tastes). That's the kind of thing worth discovering at a restaurant. |