My girlfriend and I look forward to going here every weekend. I was cautious about leaving a review because I didn’t want anyone to know how great this place was. It should be packed more often. Great beers, amazing food, and awesome people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David R
I’ve been fortunate enough to have great sushi from Okinawa to Tokyo to Hokkaido. I’ve had great sushi in Miami and LA and Napa Valley. None of those meals can surpass the experience of Sushi Monk. Calvin is a remarkable sushi chef!!! He is a treasure for southwest Ohio. If you enjoy sushi and you haven’t been to Sushi Monk you are cheating yourself. Go there soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sashimi
Loretta R
First time here was for a work Christmas party earlier this month. The food was simply amazing!! The owners and staff were attentive and a delight to get to know. We had a pretty large group and were perfectly comfortable. All of us have been raving about their food and drink selection ever since. Like I said, we had a pretty large group so parking was a bit crowded, but there’s street parking and the Kroger parking lot is right next door.I feel it’s worth noting that one of our team members have an extreme nut and shellfish allergy. The owner made sure he had zero issues and everybody had a wonderful time.I couldn’t wait to take the family back to see for themselves what I’d been talking about. This is hands down our new favorite restaurant!! The flavors in their dishes are incredible. The filet hibachi melts in your mouth. The flavors in their sushi rolls were nothing like we’ve ever had before. (And we all love sushi!) The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. Our server Amy, was wonderful and her recommendation of the TNT sushi roll was spot on. I highly recommend the Citrus Sake!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hibachi Filet Mignon, Godzilla Roll
Alessa Yin
After reading the raving reviews, we decided to give this place a try. We ordered the simplest types of sushi, just rice and fish without any cream cheese or sauce. We also had Tonkatsu ramen. The sushi was just ok- fish did not have much flavor. The ramen was ... weird. The soup did not have the typical creamy color. It was rather clear. The noodles were definitely not Japanese ramen. They tasted like the Cantonese noodles. Within similar price range, we prefer Ando in Blue Ash and Mei in Montgomery - fish are better and ramen has the correct texture.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Haley Hartsfield
I came here for a Christmas party with the company I work for and it was truly such an amazing experience. The service was incredible and the food was exquisite! I am so impressed and can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hannah Kraly
Absolutely amazing!!! I went here for a work dinner and it was nothing short of amazing. The people, food, atmosphere, were top tier! Will be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Exploring K9s
I had an incredible experience at Monk! The service, atmosphere, food and overall experience was the best I’ve had in a long time. They were super kind, helpful, and you could tell so much love was put into the food.We went here for my job’s Christmas party and it was the best Christmas party I could ask for. I will definitely be back and think anyone would absolutely love their time there! Cannot say enough good things about this place, the owner and his family are amazing.The food was carefully plated as an art piece and you could tell there was great attention to detail that doesn’t go unnoticed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wagyu
Skylar Ziegler
We had a very large group, and the staff was so kind and accommodating! The food was fantastic- highly recommend the citrus sake and hibachi filet! Will definitely be going back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nicole Fenyo
Five stars is not enough. The food was fresh and delicate and such an incredible mix of flavors and textures. Chef Calvin is talented and engaging and fun and his wife Christina is a sweetheart and such an attentive hostess. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Pie, Sashimi, Wagyu
Clark Shuler
Went to dinner here with a dear friend and it was everything I expected and more.The atmosphere is fantastic, the service is warm, the food is unbelievable. No question: if you come, you’ll be satisfied.The wagyu is nothing short of amazing. The presentation of each dish is a like art.Calvin makes food into a real experience not to be missed. Don’t sleep on this Madeira gem.Dietary restrictions: Great attention paid to making sure I was safe as both a nut and shellfish allergy. Calvin the chef/owner is awesome.
My girlfriend and I look forward to going here every weekend. I was cautious about leaving a review because I didn’t want anyone to know how great this place was. It should be packed more often. Great beers, amazing food, and awesome people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve been fortunate enough to have great sushi from Okinawa to Tokyo to Hokkaido. I’ve had great sushi in Miami and LA and Napa Valley. None of those meals can surpass the experience of Sushi Monk. Calvin is a remarkable sushi chef!!! He is a treasure for southwest Ohio. If you enjoy sushi and you haven’t been to Sushi Monk you are cheating yourself. Go there soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sashimi
First time here was for a work Christmas party earlier this month. The food was simply amazing!! The owners and staff were attentive and a delight to get to know. We had a pretty large group and were perfectly comfortable. All of us have been raving about their food and drink selection ever since. Like I said, we had a pretty large group so parking was a bit crowded, but there’s street parking and the Kroger parking lot is right next door.I feel it’s worth noting that one of our team members have an extreme nut and shellfish allergy. The owner made sure he had zero issues and everybody had a wonderful time.I couldn’t wait to take the family back to see for themselves what I’d been talking about. This is hands down our new favorite restaurant!! The flavors in their dishes are incredible. The filet hibachi melts in your mouth. The flavors in their sushi rolls were nothing like we’ve ever had before. (And we all love sushi!) The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. Our server Amy, was wonderful and her recommendation of the TNT sushi roll was spot on. I highly recommend the Citrus Sake!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hibachi Filet Mignon, Godzilla Roll
After reading the raving reviews, we decided to give this place a try. We ordered the simplest types of sushi, just rice and fish without any cream cheese or sauce. We also had Tonkatsu ramen. The sushi was just ok- fish did not have much flavor. The ramen was ... weird. The soup did not have the typical creamy color. It was rather clear. The noodles were definitely not Japanese ramen. They tasted like the Cantonese noodles. Within similar price range, we prefer Ando in Blue Ash and Mei in Montgomery - fish are better and ramen has the correct texture.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
I came here for a Christmas party with the company I work for and it was truly such an amazing experience. The service was incredible and the food was exquisite! I am so impressed and can’t wait to come back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely amazing!!! I went here for a work dinner and it was nothing short of amazing. The people, food, atmosphere, were top tier! Will be coming back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had an incredible experience at Monk! The service, atmosphere, food and overall experience was the best I’ve had in a long time. They were super kind, helpful, and you could tell so much love was put into the food.We went here for my job’s Christmas party and it was the best Christmas party I could ask for. I will definitely be back and think anyone would absolutely love their time there! Cannot say enough good things about this place, the owner and his family are amazing.The food was carefully plated as an art piece and you could tell there was great attention to detail that doesn’t go unnoticed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wagyu
We had a very large group, and the staff was so kind and accommodating! The food was fantastic- highly recommend the citrus sake and hibachi filet! Will definitely be going back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Five stars is not enough. The food was fresh and delicate and such an incredible mix of flavors and textures. Chef Calvin is talented and engaging and fun and his wife Christina is a sweetheart and such an attentive hostess. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sushi Pie, Sashimi, Wagyu
Went to dinner here with a dear friend and it was everything I expected and more.The atmosphere is fantastic, the service is warm, the food is unbelievable. No question: if you come, you’ll be satisfied.The wagyu is nothing short of amazing. The presentation of each dish is a like art.Calvin makes food into a real experience not to be missed. Don’t sleep on this Madeira gem.Dietary restrictions: Great attention paid to making sure I was safe as both a nut and shellfish allergy. Calvin the chef/owner is awesome.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Wagyu
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An absolutely incredible experience. Christina was a delight and the sushi was impeccable. Cannot recommend enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Calvin and Christina are the best.My grandson and I had the most awesome experience reconnecting with The Monk.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best sushi I’ve ever had! It is so fresh and perfectly prepared. The chicken fried rice is delicious too!
This place has the best sushi around. I hope this location lasts. I'll be a lifetime customer.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Such good food and personable service. I hope Sushi Monk continues to be successful!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5