Business Description from the Web
Named after Baltimore's sister city, this is the city's oldest continuously open Japanese restaurant. Paper lanterns and rows of chopsticks in a handsome glass case add an air of authenticity to the decor. For starters, try an intriguing combination of sushi, chef's choice. If you're not willing to leave your palette in the chef's hands, order the smoked salmon or raw tuna rolls. For an entree,...
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Posted by wcities
on April 06, 2008
Kawasaki offers the obligatory tempura and teriyaki, but the focus is on sushi. Rolls are a specialty of the house. The crunchy roll combines eel, smoked salmon and avocado, wrapped up and rolled in tempura chips; the combination of soft rice and crispy tempura makes it a treat. Try the Alaska roll--stuffed with roe, salmon, shrimp and scallops so fresh they haven't had time to acquire that...
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MT VERNON . Managing to stay trendy and hip over the years, this Japanese favorite draws a diverse crowd of regulars looking for excellent sushi and a lengthy menu of other options. The interior offers plenty of eye candy, including funky drawings of Japanese warriors and a vast collection of colorful chopsticks. Sit on the floor in the traditional manner and dive into great sushi rolls,...
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Posted by 10best
on April 10, 2007
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With sushi this good, it seems a shame to eat anything else. But the crunchy, spicy seaweed salad and light, crisp tempura are too good to miss.
If you're far from the Mount Vernon area, you might find Kawasaki's second location on Ann Street in Fells Point more convenient.
The exceptionally wide range of alcoholic beverages includes several different hot and cold sakes, numerous Japanese beers and plum wine.
Editorial Reviews from the web
The Scene Named for Baltimore's sister city in Japan, Kawasaki carries an air of authenticity. Patrons pull up to the long sushi bar, settle into traditional Japanese seating, or sit at comfortable tables and chairs. Signed photos of celebrities who have dined here attest to the restaurant's popularity--and longevity. (This establishment has been in business since 1984.) ...
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Posted by Contributor
on April 21, 2009, (Edited December 15, 2003)
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Kawasaki is an excellent sushi restaurant in Mt. Vernon. My husband and I eat there all the time. The sushi is always fresh and tasty. The yellowtail is some of the best I've ever had. The prices are reasonable, and the service is great - the people working there are always very friendly! If you're looking for sushi in Baltimore, this is the place to go.
I am from Seattle where good sushi and Japanese food can be easily found. I have struggled to find good Japanese restaurants in Seattle. Most places used tea bag for green tea (disgusting), their fish wasn't as fresh as I wanted it to be, and maki didn't have much flavor.
Enter Kawasaki's. Staff is very friendly and helpful, and atmosphere is nice. Everything from sashimi and sushi to zaru...
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Posted by rjulie510
on April 21, 2009, (Edited September 24, 2005)
The quality of the sushi here is the best in Maryland, and rivals the best restaurants in New York, L.A. and Los Vegas. I have been eating at Kawasaki for more than ten years, and never had a bad meal. When you go be sure to look at the specials of the night (for both Sushi and Sake). The specials are usually the highest quality, freshest fish that the owners have managed to find for a...
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Posted by hester212
on April 21, 2009, (Edited March 04, 2004)