Mt Fuji Japanese Restaurant
| Address: | 10301 N Rodney Parham Rd, Little Rock, AR 72227, USA |
| Phone: | +1 501-227-6498 |
| Site: | mtfujirestaurant.net |
| Rating: | 4.4 |
| Working: | 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–2PM 11AM–3PM 5–10PM |
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Joseph Mendoza
Ive been here a several times within the last year and my assessment is I enjoy food here most of the time. I cannot attest to the authenticity of the food or how accurate dishes are to what one might order in Japan. My initial thought upon entering the place was it seemed a bit contrived; it just did not feel authentic. Aesthetically, the restaurant is charming and quaint with a warm, crimson color scheme and various ornamental trinkets. Also, there is a small shop in the front of the restaurant where you can buy various Japanese snacks, foods, and novelties. Very cute! Every time I have sat down, the server brings out hot towels, which is very refreshing, before taking drink orders. Mostly, the food was satisfactory, but that really was dependent on the day. Perhaps it has to do with the person preparing the food? Unfortunately, I cannot remember the names of all the dishes I have eaten, but I do remember their tuna tartare is quite lovely, the ramen tends to be high in salt, the octopus dumplings have a strange, post-fresh taste, and the sauce at the bottom of the katsuyadon(?) bowel was terrific. Back to the quality of the food, I believe the food could be better if more attention was paid to the ingredients used in each dish. Its understandable that frozen seafood may not always taste as good compared to its fresher counterpart, but what is not acceptable is trying to mask said frozen taste with other flavors. Given the limited options in town, this is actually one of the better places to go for solid East Asian food. Try em out!
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T.L. Lowe
Went to Mt. Fuji for the first time before a comedy show, and had the worst experience. There was about six of us, and when we entered the restaurant we were actually the first ones seated. The waitress took our drink orders, once the drinks were delivered to the table she then took the order for our meals. After waiting for 45 minutes our orders had not made it to the table, however everyone that had been seated after us had been served. When we asked how much longer for our orders to come out we were told another 20 to 25 min. Really, for fried rice?The majority of our table ordered fried rice with shrimp or chicken, and only one person ordered sushi. We never got dinner, because we would have been late for our show. I have always heard good things about Mt. Fuji but never got to actually taste anything. I dont think I will ever go back.
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Sophia Garrett
This place is Japanese. I mean, I know thats obvious since its literally a Japanese restaurant, but this place is REALLY Japanese. Like, some of the waitresses will bow to you and say "arigato gozaimasu" as they finish taking your order. I know exactly two authentic Japanese people and this is the only place that they will consider visiting for Japanese food. The sushi rolls are very filling. If you are eating as a pair, consider splitting the "yum yum special" as its a great deal for what you get.
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Allison Tucker
This is a great place to find quality and delicious Japanese food and sushi. Its owned and operated by incredibly friendly people who happily welcome and serve you. Ive never had a bad or okay dish here. Its always been amazing. Im a fan of their udon noodle soups and their Sunshine roll is just freakin tasty. They also have a great shop down stairs to buy everything you need to make great Japanese food and sushi at home.
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A Private User
I am a Japanese and often asked which Japanese restaurant is the best in town, my wife wont hesitate to bud in and reply, "Mount Fuji is the only place we go after trying out every one of them." And she is correct. When important visitors from Japan (such as embassy staff and businessmen from large corporations) come to town and they want to eat at a Japanese place, this is the only place they go.
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Candi Coats
Did not realize before coming that hibachi was not an option. Decided to stay once we we seated. Ordered chicken fried rice and an appetizer fried shrimp.....40 minutes later, still no food and no updates from our waitress. When I questioned about our food, we were then told the kitchen was backed up and "our ticket should be next". No plans to ever return.
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Brett Clark
Mt. Fuji is easily one of the best restaurants in Little Rock. The sushi is fresh and full of flavor and the main dishes are superb as well. In addition to that, Mt Fuji offers an excellent dinner deal for couples thats affordable considering the impressive atmosphere and quality of the food. Overall, a fantastic restaurant.
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Simon Carnal
Must have been waiting for our food for 50 mins. It wasnt even packed maybe 5 tables. I see why people like it. Because by the time you get your food your ravenous, anything tastes good. Had to walk out. Nev again. They should just make it a sushi bar. Because fried rice is too much work.
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Chrissy Hashman
Fast, friendly service and a nice sushi selection. Wish they had clear soup on the menu; all they offer is miso. Tempura mushrooms are delish and I love the presentation on the volcano roll. Also like the small store they have inside. My new go-to place for sushi.
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B Ellis
Now that igibon which was my favorite Japanese place in LR has closed this would probably be the next best, I feel for lunch the bento box options to be a good value for the price, plenty of sushi options and service was good all times I have went.
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Mark Gonia
I would give this restaurant 0 stars but it will not let me. The service absolutely was terrible. The food was nasty, and it took to long to get it. We unwillingly paid for someone elses dinner! I would not recommend this place to anyone!
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Michael Goldfarb
I have tried many sushi restaurant in the area and this is by far the best tasting one. The prices are also very competitive. The staff is super friendly. They have a small selection of Japanese snacks to buy from their little store.
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Christine Ferry
The sushi here has always been SO good, and for the first time last night, I tried a hot pot dish on the menu and it was amazing. The service is always great with a friendly staff. This has become my go-to sushi/Japanese food spot.
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edee C.
One of my all time favorites. Great cozy feel. When seated u get a warm towel for ur hands. Their sushi is the best. Menu has plenty of variety if u r looking for more Japanese type dishes. Fried octupuss was great too.
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Jason Reed
Very good service and the sake was very good. The sushi rolls are very large so I might suggest asking the sushi chef to make smaller rolls if you dont feel you can eat them in a single bite like you are supposed to.
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Brad Horrell
I have been coming to Mt. Fuji for over 10 years. This is the best sushi restaurant in Little Rock, I celebrate my birthday here every year. You will not find a better chef, sushi, or prices anywhere in Little Rock.
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Madison Rice
Food was amazing. Service was lacking, they seem in desperate need of employees (they have several signs saying "help wanted"). Would gladly go back, I just hope they have more servers next time for better service.
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Will Fuller
Ive been eating sushi here for a very long time. As Little Rocks oldest sushi spot its still going strong after all these years. Join their text list so you know when the uni comes in! =D
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Carl Shivers
I was introduced to Japanese cuisine at Mt. Fuji. This was over 20 years ago. Since then I have eaten at may Japanese restaurants around the country and have to say, I rarely find better.
