sushi lounge

so we went out to an impromptu dinner tonight. After a quick drink at the Hoboken Dubliner, upstairs bar (the tiki hut was too crowded, unfortunately), we took a trip around the block to the Sushi Lounge for a quick bite to eat before volleyball. I love the Sushi Lounge, they always have an awesome DJ playing techno sounds, but I have to admit it's a little pricey for what it's worth - luckily, I don't usually need to worry about that part :) In the spirit of being healthy, I ordered the Grilled Shrimp Salad. I know what you're thinking, that I ordered it only because there was mango in it - that is only partly true. Anyway, it came out on a bed of julienned green beans, red and yellow peppers and mangoes. Fabulous! (only problem is that I'm not a huge fan of peppers). It was really delicious though, despite the pepper thing.

Rob ordered a red hot roll and a tempura roll. Later, he questioned why he ordered the tempura roll, it was just so-so. The reality is, if you want tempura, order tempura. Don't order a tempura roll. Order something with fresh fish and accouterments that bring out its flavor. Save the tempura for your appetizer. The red hot roll was a tuna and avocado roll with a slice of jalapeno, a leaf of cilantro and a drizzle of hot sauce. Now that is one good roll!

Aside from the good food, Sushi Lounge always has a drink special and it's always something interesting. Tonight was a Strawberry Creamsicle, which sounded awesome, but would not be something my stomach could take before a volleyball match.

hope you try it sometime!

*k*