Restaurant Review: Shogun Sushi

Shogun Sushi is a great option when you’re in the mood for a variety of sushi options with a modest budget. The menu has more than 90 items, half of which are 50 percent off, all day, seven days a week. The presentation of the menu is neat, clean and straightforward, which makes choosing items a breeze. The venue is located in Northridge, on Reseda Blvd. between Lassen and Devonshire.

During the afternoon, there is ample seating available, either at the bar or at the main dinning room, although, if visiting for lunch, the bar will best your best option considering the service is slight faster because you can give your menu-pad directly to the chef, once you have made your selections. Evenings there can be a bit of a wait, due to many CSUN students who frequent the restaurant.

-Side 1 SHOGUN SUSHI (50% OFF)-

The two-sided menu has common options such a the Tuna Roll ($2.68), California Roll ($2.50) and the Spicy Scallop Roll ($2.48), all of which can be found on the backside of the menu, appropriately labeled “50 % off.”

An amazing option from this side of the menu is the Spicy Scallop Roll.

It is prepared with more two dozens of baby scallops, that have been marinating in an eye watering, spicy chipotle sauce.

The rice that serves as the outer layer of the roll is always plumped, moist and served at the perfect temperature that compliments the fiery chipotle sauce.

The roll is cut into six pieces and perfect to share with a companion.

If you are into scallops, but can do without the lingering sensation of the spicy chipoltle sauce, a great selection would be the Baked Scallop Cali Roll or B.S.C.R, ($4.48).

This dish is prepared with the same mouth watering outer layer of rice, but instead of a fiery kick, you will indulge in fusion of different textures inside of your mouth.

The scallops in this dish are baked in an oven, in front of you, for no longer than 10 minuets. Once they are done, the majority of them are placed inside of the roll. Often, the chef would throw in a few extra scallops on top of the roll for presentation purposes, but most importantly your enjoyment.

Once the B.S.C.R. has been plated, it is drizzled with chilled Eel Sauce that makes the perfect contrast to the oven-baked scallops.

-Side 2 PREMIUM SUSHI AND SHOGUND SPEACIALTY ROLLS

Don’t let the title of the second side of the menu mislead you, although this side consist of the specialty and premium rolls, the prices are still very affordable.

The Shrimp Tempura Roll ($5.95), two jumbo shrimps butterflied, battered in a tempura, and deep-fried in very light oil until crisp. The two pieces of shrimp are then rolled to perfection, cut and placed on an appropriate platter. This roll is also drizzled with tempura sauce and often served with a side of spicy red chili dipping sauce.

Over all, the service is okay; it can become overwhelming if dining after 8 p.m. on a weekend.

Shogun offers a take out option also, where you can call in your order in advance and it will be ready for you by the time you arrive. This method is recommend if you are pressed for time.

Hours-

The restaurant is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 10 p.m.

Location and Phone-

10174 Reseda Blvd. Northridge CA 91324 818 349-9555