Word: fugakyu
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...Fugakyu is most famous, however, not for its traditional nigiri sushi as for its impressive array of Americanized maki rolls. Caterpillar roll, containing barbecued eel and cucumber surrounded by rice and thin slivers of ripe avocado, was a successful (and amusing) concoction. The sweetness of the barbecue sauce worked well countered by a drop of the potent wasabi and a slice of the pickled ginger. Spider roll, containing an entire deep-fried soft-shell crab, was a delicious, gut-busting treat. Eating the mammoth rolls was quite a challenge—but one well worth taking...
Many of the rolls contain cooked fish or vegetables, perfect for any diners who are interested in sushi but put off by the idea of eating raw fish. In addition to those named above, Fugakyu offers delicious rolls filled with cooked crayfish, shrimp and a variety of vegetables. One dining companion went for the Idaho roll, which contained sweet potato, pronouncing it excellent...
...fact, Fugakyu has plenty of options for non-sushi eaters. Vegetable tempura is a large appetizer of crisply-fried produce, among which the eggplant and asparagus were particularly notable. There are skewers of tender marinated teriyaki beef and deep-fried shrimp, perfect for the faint-of-heart. And dishes of hot plentiful edamame beans—so heavily salted that they resemble an organic version of Fritos—make the perfect accompaniment to the range of sake or the excellent dry Pinot Grigio ($22) offered...
...Fugakyu is, like most upscale Japanese restaurants, an expensive night out. It is easy to scarf down myriad plates of sushi and only feel nauseous when the bill arrives. However, the difference between Fugakyu and its rivals is that its food validates the lofty prices. You are paying for quality, and will be far from shortchanged. In fact, Fugakyu is the perfect spot both for a romantic date or a boisterous trip with friends. Be warned, though, they do not take reservations for parties under 10 and arrival at a peak time—especially between...
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