Sushi while at PP

miel · May 9th, 2012, 07:43 PM

The past 3 years, I've seen a good many posts, comments, jeers, wishes, etc. all regarding sushi dining while at ProgPower USA, so I thought this warranted its own post.

Glenn and I do not live in Atlanta, which sometimes makes restaurant recommendations difficult. But we have done our research and want our attendees happy!

Sushi lovers may want to check out:

RA
1080 Peachtree Street, Suite 8
Atlanta, GA 30309
Mon. - Sat. 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
Phone: (404) 267-0114
http://www.rasushi.com/
https://www.facebook.com/RAsushiAtlanta

It's on the corner of 11th & Peachtree.. 1 block past Vickery's & Front Page News. Click here for map.

Also on the map, you'll find Shout! - they offer a $10 all-you-can eat sushi lunch.

For a list of all nearby restaurants, click here.

~Jen

AMBR · May 10th, 2012, 07:42 AM

Had the all-you-can-eat sushi at Shout! Somewhat limited selection, but varied enough for me. Fast service and a whole lot of sushi for a very reasonable price.

Justin Gaines · May 10th, 2012, 08:45 AM

If you're serious about sushi and are willing to spend a bit more for higher quality, I highly recommend MF Sushi Bar (http://www.mfsushibar.com/). It's not exactly close to the venue, but it's easily the best Atlanta has to offer. This was my wife and my "occasion" place for anniversaries, etc. when we lived in GA. Sit at the bar and ask the chefs for recommendations, and they'll usually throw some cool surprises your way. Damn I miss that place.

Dolamite S. Biffle · May 10th, 2012, 09:30 AM

Fair warning for those that go to Ra, it is a corporate chain restaurant and its like eating a night club. Theres super loud techno playing all day. Though they clearly hire their waitresses based how good they look with as little clothes as possible which is a plus in my book

PeteyNice · May 10th, 2012, 09:45 AM

Atlanta is not exactly a sushi paradise. In fact, I would not consider any of the recs so far in this thread to be amazing.

If you have a car, there are options..

Sushi House Hayakawa on Buford Highway is very good:
http://www.atlantasushibar.com

If you are willing to go even further out and don't mind a trip to the suburbs, Haru Ichiban in Duluth off 85 is probably the best sushi I have had in the metro area.

http://haruichi.net/

Berek2000 · May 10th, 2012, 09:59 AM

Thank you for the recommendations Jen. Since I am staying an extra day this year, I will have to check them out.

miel · May 10th, 2012, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeteyNice

In fact, I would not consider any of the recs so far in this thread to be amazing.http://haruichi.net/

All of the restaurants listed within this thread are within 3 miles of the venue, as the vast majority of attendees do not have a car and have limited time for dining. Also, I believe the average attendee doesn't expect to be amazed with their restaurant choices, but rather with the musicians on stage.

~Jen

Formerly known as Chris F5 · May 10th, 2012, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Justin Gaines

If you're serious about sushi and are willing to spend a bit more for higher quality, I highly recommend MF Sushi Bar (http://www.mfsushibar.com/). It's not exactly close to the venue, but it's easily the best Atlanta has to offer. This was my wife and my "occasion" place for anniversaries, etc. when we lived in GA. Sit at the bar and ask the chefs for recommendations, and they'll usually throw some cool surprises your way. Damn I miss that place.

If this is the place in Buckhead I think this might be the place me,Van Dyk,Crooks,and Lotesto went to
easily the best sushi in Atlanta,in fact,rivals the best I have had
and it is very expensive(I rang up a $95 bill myself,but worth it)

OrbWeaver · May 10th, 2012, 02:12 PM

The all you can eat Sushi at Shout! is worth it. As AMBR said, the selection is limited, but what you get is really good.

MeTuLHeD · May 11th, 2012, 09:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by miel

1 block past Vickery's & Front Page News.

Front Pages News rules!

Sorry. I know. Off topic. I suck.

But they have the BEST cheesecake...geez. Must...not...eat...fat...stuff.

Matt Crooks · May 11th, 2012, 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Formerly known as Chris F5

If this is the place in Buckhead I think this might be the place me,Van Dyk,Crooks,and Lotesto went to
easily the best sushi in Atlanta,in fact,rivals the best I have had
and it is very expensive(I rang up a $95 bill myself,but worth it)

Yes, it's the place we went, and it's awesome.

Formerly known as Chris F5 · May 11th, 2012, 12:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Matt Crooks

Yes, it's the place we went, and it's awesome.

Did you try that seared white tuna with truffel soy sauce I got like 3 orders of($10 a pop for 2 pieces,and every bite worth it)?

I think I officially found my new place to blow large sums of $$ to replace the Cheetah
and I get more out of it

JenniferLynn · May 12th, 2012, 04:09 PM

When we stayed at the Inn at the Peachtrees there was a Marta stop close by. Just above that stop was a few places to eat set up kinda like a food court at a mall... There is a sushi joint in there that at first I was frightened to consider eating at but there was a line of 10 - 15 people so I dared... and it was AMAZING and cheap.

I have to make it a point to go back this year...

miel · May 12th, 2012, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JenniferLynn

When we stayed at the Inn at the Peachtrees there was a Marta stop close by. Just above that stop was a few places to eat set up kinda like a food court at a mall... There is a sushi joint in there that at first I was frightened to consider eating at but there was a line of 10 - 15 people so I dared... and it was AMAZING and cheap.

Do you think it was Colony Square? They have a Moes, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, Blimpie, Great Wraps, and Shout! (the place that has a $10 sushi lunch).

~Jen

J-Dubya 777 · May 12th, 2012, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MeTuLHeD

Front Pages News rules!

Sorry. I know. Off topic. I suck.

But they have the BEST cheesecake...geez. Must...not...eat...fat...stuff.

Joining Chief Tecca in the awesomeness that is FPN! ALWAYS friendly staff, and ALWAYS a great, reasonably priced meal.ANd they have Newcastle in pint bottles!

Fizrider · May 14th, 2012, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PeteyNice

If you are willing to go even further out and don't mind a trip to the suburbs, Haru Ichiban in Duluth off 85 is probably the best sushi I have had in the metro area.

http://haruichi.net/

This is where a lot of Japanese ex-Pats as well as travelling asian business folk get their sushi fix in Atlanta.

If you time it right, it is not a crazy drive from the venue. Their Friday lunch offerings are typically in the $10 realm, and are very good. I used to live/work in Duluth, and this place was a weekly stop for me.

I have never eaten at Shout! but I have dined often at its sibling Twist!, and can recommend this family of restaurants.

May 9th, 2012, 07:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
miel Mrs. Harvester Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 1,308	Sushi while at PP The past 3 years, I've seen a good many posts, comments, jeers, wishes, etc. all regarding sushi dining while at ProgPower USA, so I thought this warranted its own post. Glenn and I do not live in Atlanta, which sometimes makes restaurant recommendations difficult. But we have done our research and want our attendees happy! Sushi lovers may want to check out: RA 1080 Peachtree Street, Suite 8 Atlanta, GA 30309 Mon. - Sat. 11:00 am - 11:00 pm Phone: (404) 267-0114 http://www.rasushi.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RAsushiAtlanta It's on the corner of 11th & Peachtree.. 1 block past Vickery's & Front Page News. Click here for map. Also on the map, you'll find Shout! - they offer a $10 all-you-can eat sushi lunch. For a list of all nearby restaurants, click here. ~Jen __________________ Be sure to visit ProgPower USA's official: Facebook MySpace Twitter YouTube Channel Tumblr Last.fm Group Flickr Group Pandora Google+ Pinterest Instagram new!

May 10th, 2012, 07:42 AM	#2 (permalink)
AMBR Goddess of Chaos Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: New Jersey Posts: 3,758	Had the all-you-can-eat sushi at Shout! Somewhat limited selection, but varied enough for me. Fast service and a whole lot of sushi for a very reasonable price. __________________ Co-sponsor of Heaven's Cry for PPXIV (YAY!) Check out my updated photo website at ambrphoto.com http://www.beyondearcandy.com Past sponsors of Kamelot, Angra, Epica, After Forever, Amorphis, Rob Rock, Crimson Glory, Brainstorm, Nocturnal Rites, Tarot and Mob Rules, Amaranth

May 10th, 2012, 08:45 AM	#3 (permalink)
Justin Gaines Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Northern VA Posts: 3,682	If you're serious about sushi and are willing to spend a bit more for higher quality, I highly recommend MF Sushi Bar (http://www.mfsushibar.com/). It's not exactly close to the venue, but it's easily the best Atlanta has to offer. This was my wife and my "occasion" place for anniversaries, etc. when we lived in GA. Sit at the bar and ask the chefs for recommendations, and they'll usually throw some cool surprises your way. Damn I miss that place. __________________ Justin Gaines News Editor/Senior Columnist, www.hardrockhaven.net On Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/justinsgaines

May 10th, 2012, 09:30 AM	#4 (permalink)
Dolamite S. Biffle Biffliest Person Ever Join Date: May 2005 Location: Atlantis Posts: 3,655	Fair warning for those that go to Ra, it is a corporate chain restaurant and its like eating a night club. Theres super loud techno playing all day. Though they clearly hire their waitresses based how good they look with as little clothes as possible which is a plus in my book __________________ One of the mofos helping to bring Nocturnal Rites to ProgPower USA XI and Red Circuit to PP USA XII “Its all about escapism,” says Scott Waldrop, guitarist for Twisted Tower Dire. It’s the antithesis of bands like R.E.M. or Pearl Jam. For me, Power Metal, or traditional Metal, is like a soundtrack for slaying the singer of Creed." "Dude, can you shut the fuck up for the next 3min and 12 seconds so I can play the next fucking song?!?" - Jon Oliva

May 10th, 2012, 09:59 AM	#6 (permalink)
Berek2000 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 250	Thank you for the recommendations Jen. Since I am staying an extra day this year, I will have to check them out. __________________ Berek2000 "Oh gravity, thou art a heartless bitch." https://twitter.com/#!/21Rushfan12

May 10th, 2012, 09:45 AM	#5 (permalink)
PeteyNice Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Posts: 12	Atlanta is not exactly a sushi paradise. In fact, I would not consider any of the recs so far in this thread to be amazing. If you have a car, there are options.. Sushi House Hayakawa on Buford Highway is very good: http://www.atlantasushibar.com If you are willing to go even further out and don't mind a trip to the suburbs, Haru Ichiban in Duluth off 85 is probably the best sushi I have had in the metro area. http://haruichi.net/

May 10th, 2012, 02:12 PM	#9 (permalink)
OrbWeaver 23-skidoo! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Illinois, USA Posts: 3,540	The all you can eat Sushi at Shout! is worth it. As AMBR said, the selection is limited, but what you get is really good. __________________ "Spider venom comes in many forms. It can often take a long while to discover the full effects of a bite. Naturalists have pondered this for years: there are spiders whose bite can cause the place bitten to rot and die, sometimes more than a year after it was bitten. As to why spiders do this, the answer is simple. It's because spiders think this is funny, and they don't want you ever to forget them." -Anansi Boys by Neil Gaiman Co-sponsor of Tyr for PP XI and While Heaven Wept for PPXII

May 12th, 2012, 04:09 PM	#13 (permalink)
JenniferLynn AKA Irish Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Sterling VA Posts: 1,144	When we stayed at the Inn at the Peachtrees there was a Marta stop close by. Just above that stop was a few places to eat set up kinda like a food court at a mall... There is a sushi joint in there that at first I was frightened to consider eating at but there was a line of 10 - 15 people so I dared... and it was AMAZING and cheap. I have to make it a point to go back this year... __________________ Irish Save some time to dream 'cause your dream may save us all ~ John Mellencamp