The service was wonderful. Sadly, the food did not live up to its potential. Flavors, textures, and balance--crucial in Japanese cuisine--were all off. We tried a variety of dishes and almost all were disappointing... Just a wee bit off. \n\nWe tried robota: asparagus, shiitake mushrooms, sea bass, and beef. All woefully under-seasoned. The sea bass was the best of the lot, with a good taste and texture. The asparagus was overcooked. \n\nWe tried a salad that sounded amazing: tuna, mango, crispy Brussels sprouts, onions, sweet & sour vinaigrette... and it just didn't work. \n\nWe tried a roll. Pungent, slightly old sushi. Ick.  \n\nOur waitress was crushed that we didn't love the food, and she did her best to try to find things we'd like, but alas, this dinner just was not a winner.