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Posted on 4/12/11 at 9:06 am to TigerSpy
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WGAF
+1
Nevertheless, I usually use the actual menu.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 9:07 am to Degas
I kind of like writing it down.
Keeps me from having to use my hands and explain what I want while talking in a slow loud voice. That is how the Asians understand best.
Keeps me from having to use my hands and explain what I want while talking in a slow loud voice. That is how the Asians understand best.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 9:16 am to tigerfoot
i agree with whoever said earlier that it probably stems from the language barrier. at my favorite place in nj we dont even order, the chef just send stuff to us.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 9:31 am to CE Tiger
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man i see where the food board steryotype comes from with threads like this....
people need something to complain about...
Posted on 4/12/11 at 12:49 pm to Degas
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but the waitstaff usually is clueless. I don't know of any other cuisine where the waitstaff is generally completely in the dark as to what they're selling
I've been to just about every sushi restaurant in town and this has never been an issue. I think you maybe exaggerating a bit there.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 2:17 pm to Degas
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but the waitstaff usually is clueless. I don't know of any other cuisine where the waitstaff is generally completely in the dark as to what they're selling.
This is what I find more perturbing at a lot of sushi places, more so than the actual practice of having you check off your own sushi order.
A lot of these wait persons will literally look at you as if they have no clue what you are even asking about when inquiring about sushi choices. I'm talking complete blank stares. It's not a language thing either because most of these folks clearly speak perfect english otherwise.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 2:29 pm to Degas
The only problem I see with them is when I have to write in my roll or sushi I want.. I hate having to write Kung Foo Pao Crouching Tiger Roll with Eel Sauce. Plus I have no idea how much it costs. That and there is always a couple of items on the list that have no description.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 2:55 pm to Catman88
I'd think it's provided for more of a convenience to the patron that's sitting at the sushi bar.. So that you can just fill it out and hand it directly to the chef, as opposed to when you're seated and speaking with a waiter.
I honestly don't remember the last time I was at a table and filled it out.. I usually discuss the menu and order verbally with the waiter if I'm at a table.
I honestly don't remember the last time I was at a table and filled it out.. I usually discuss the menu and order verbally with the waiter if I'm at a table.
This post was edited on 4/12/11 at 2:57 pm
Posted on 4/12/11 at 3:36 pm to notiger1997
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it probably helps get over the language issues, which are probably the result of so many folks not knowing how to say the menu item correctly in the first place.
This is what I've always thought too. Often times, it's the customer not knowing what anything is, so it makes it easier on the waitresses who speak very little English.
Also, while I'm not the fatty that orders 5 rolls, many people do
I think they just assume it will help you if you mark them off rather than remember, recite, and hope they catch all the rolls each person wants.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 5:25 pm to Degas
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Degas
You sound like a prick. It's not like they are asking you to actually handwrite each word of each roll you want...all you have to do is put a little check mark. Are you really that lazy?
Also, I can't remember the last time I spent $50-$100 on sushi. Unless you are feeding your family too, where the hell are you eating at?
Posted on 4/12/11 at 6:19 pm to jordan21210
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Also, I can't remember the last time I spent $50-$100 on sushi.
Not that hard to do if you're buying some nice pieces of tuna and stuff.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 6:23 pm to TommyCheeseballs
Not really. To spend 50-100 for two you gotta get either straight special rolls and/or a good bit of drinks at most places.
ETA Wahada for two is usually under 40 for two with a couple of drinks and they have better sushi than most places in BR.
ETA Wahada for two is usually under 40 for two with a couple of drinks and they have better sushi than most places in BR.
This post was edited on 4/12/11 at 6:26 pm
Posted on 4/12/11 at 6:28 pm to TyOconner
It depends on what you're getting. If you're getting higher end sushi or sashimi a la carte you can easily spend $50 on like five two piece orders. Also is this piece of paper a regional thing? I've never heard of it or experienced it in my city.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 6:31 pm to TyOconner
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Wahada
I'm not in BR but I just checked out their menu online and yes it probably wouldn't be common to spend that much there. The places I was thinking of here have higher prices.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 6:32 pm to TyOconner
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To spend 50-100 for two you gotta get either straight special rolls and/or a good bit of drinks at most places.
I don't order rolls and I sit at the bar and let them feed me until I can't eat. 70.00 is my usual tab solo.Posted on 4/12/11 at 6:34 pm to TommyCheeseballs
a la carte? You spend 10 bucks for two pieces of nigiri? I mean I get that there are places that have that but def not in BR and theres no reason to pay that. Ive hit sushi in a lot of other places and usually the smaller more hole in the wall ones are better than the "high end" and this really rings true for most varietes of food.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 6:45 pm to TyOconner
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a la carte? You spend 10 bucks for two pieces of nigiri?
Personally? No. I go on Sunday, Monday or Tuesday for the $22.95 all you can eat special.
But I still probably eat at least $50 worth without needlessly stuffing my face just to get my money's worth.
A two piece order of fatty tuna or sea urchin is around ten bucks, yeah. A 15 piece sashimi combo can run 30 bucks. Like I said I don't roll that way but I could see how somebody could spend a bunch of money.
I'm in Milwaukee but the places I go to are in the suburbs, not downtown where you might be paying a premium for the location.
Posted on 4/12/11 at 10:49 pm to TommyCheeseballs
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This post was edited on 4/12/11 at 10:51 pm
Posted on 4/12/11 at 10:52 pm to tngu172
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not a good idea, and there is a reason it is all you can eat for that price. those are usually the days with the least fresh fish and restaurants are generally trying to flip the old stuff. tuesday is safe depending on what time you eat. if you need an explanation of this i believe anthony bourdain covers it in one of his books.
the sushi lists are to make it easier when you order multiple things, nothing to do with how well the server speaks english. it helps the chef out when they are busy and have multiple tickets. and at the end of the meal the chef will not have to repeat your order to the server. if it isnt busy feel free to verbally speak your order.
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i go on sunday, monday or tuesday
not a good idea, and there is a reason it is all you can eat for that price. those are usually the days with the least fresh fish and restaurants are generally trying to flip the old stuff. tuesday is safe depending on what time you eat. if you need an explanation of this i believe anthony bourdain covers it in one of his books.
the sushi lists are to make it easier when you order multiple things, nothing to do with how well the server speaks english. it helps the chef out when they are busy and have multiple tickets. and at the end of the meal the chef will not have to repeat your order to the server. if it isnt busy feel free to verbally speak your order.
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