The Sushi Maki - Newbury
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About The Sushi Maki - Newbury
The Sushi Maki - Newbury is a sushi restaurant at 21 Market Pl in Newbury, and it runs on a walk-in basis. The menu centres on creative sushi rolls and sashimi, with sushi platters and a sushi and sashimi set for those who want a mix. Rolls come with a tobiko topping, and the tempura prawn and crab sushi is one of the options. A spicy tuna temaki sits on the menu alongside a chef's surprise. Fried dishes round out the kitchen's range. The bar pours beer and sake and also makes cocktails. Fake sakura trees with cherry blossom branches and original paintings decorate the dining room.
Good to know
“Casual, minimalist Japanese restaurant offering creative sushi rolls & sashimi plus beer & sake.”
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, seating
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sushi platters, cherry blossom decor, tempura prawn and crab and cocktails.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sushi platters, cherry blossom decor, tempura prawn and crab and cocktails.
Customer Review Summary
Sushi is the draw, with reviewers praising the platters and a sashimi set as filling and fresh, and describing the presentation as stunning, including the colourful tobiko topping on the rolls. Close behind are the tempura prawn and crab sushi, a spicy tuna temaki, the chef's surprise, and cocktails described as to die for. Staff are called lovely, friendly and attentive, and the cozy room with cherry blossom branches draws praise, though one reviewer calls the trees fake. The criticism centers on fried food and authenticity. One reviewer found the tempura batter thick and bread-heavy, and another who has lived in Japan said the chicken karaage resembled fast food nuggets, the spicy poke bowl was drenched in fake wasabi, and the tempura seemed frozen. A reviewer also reports a strong kitchen odor, with fried oil clinging to hair and clothes, and another says most drinks had artificial sweeteners. One regular phones ahead with a standard order before shows at the Corn Exchange, and the food arrives within seconds of sitting down.
Customer Review Summary
Sushi is the draw, with reviewers praising the platters and a sashimi set as filling and fresh, and describing the presentation as stunning, including the colourful tobiko topping on the rolls. Close behind are the tempura prawn and crab sushi, a spicy tuna temaki, the chef's surprise, and cocktails described as to die for. Staff are called lovely, friendly and attentive, and the cozy room with cherry blossom branches draws praise, though one reviewer calls the trees fake. The criticism centers on fried food and authenticity. One reviewer found the tempura batter thick and bread-heavy, and another who has lived in Japan said the chicken karaage resembled fast food nuggets, the spicy poke bowl was drenched in fake wasabi, and the tempura seemed frozen. A reviewer also reports a strong kitchen odor, with fried oil clinging to hair and clothes, and another says most drinks had artificial sweeteners. One regular phones ahead with a standard order before shows at the Corn Exchange, and the food arrives within seconds of sitting down.
Featured reviews
- Google user
“We stopped by for a bite and stayed for about 40 minutes. Unfortunately, the ventilation or A/C clearly needs attention—there’s a strong kitchen odor inside, and after leaving, my hair and clothes distinctly smelled like fried oil. It would be great if management could get the air filters cleaned and sort out the ventilation. As for the food, the fried dishes were a bit disappointing. The batter was far too thick and bread-heavy, completely overpowering the taste of the actual filling inside.”
- Google user
“Our first experience of proper sushi and it was fantastic. Lovely, helpful people and fabulous food. We'll definitely be back.”
- Google user
“Fabulous little place. Quiet, great service, incredible sushi, amazing chef and lovely front of house staff. Slightly on the expensive side however it's the finest sushi I've ever had so worth every penny!”
- Google user
“Went to dinner with my friend this evening at Sushi Maki and it was absolutely wonderful. Great service, lovely atmosphere, the food was amazing, and the cocktails were to die for. This place is such a gem. ❤️”
- Google user
“I had a fantastic experience dining here. The presentation of the sushi was absolutely stunning, and every piece tasted incredibly fresh. I particularly loved the colourful tobiko topping on the rolls. The atmosphere was so cozy and inviting, especially with the beautiful cherry blossom branches decorating the space. I will definitely be back soon.”
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
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- Wheelchair accessible seating