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Hana Sushi
Categories: Restaurants Japanese Restaurants Sushi Bars Japanese, Sushi Bars [Edit]
1803 4 St SWCalgary, AB T2S 1W2
(403) 229-1499
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Attire:
- Casual
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Take Away:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
10 reviews for Hana Sushi
10 reviews in English
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Review from Arc P.
10/20/2011 1 Check-in Here
For the first time since a pizza eating contest in Bali 8 years ago, I tested the elasticity of my stomach! Conclusion ... I think that it might be made of iron.
This was my latest experience at Hana. Portion wise, the roll were gracious. At first I thought the prices were a little high for.some things, but the stampeder roll, veggie roll and yam tempura I had were plenty ... and this coming from a gentleman with a large stomach. In addition, I also consumed a couple chu toro, uni and a lot of tea (damn they give you a big pot). I was almost tapping out from sheer sushi madness. There are better places quality wise in the city, but the pieces here are just fine. Will likely order less next time.
I did find it kind of noisy at Hana's there were a few tables that were annoyingly loud and obnoxious. However, one can hardly fault Hana for this.
A decent place with some generous portions.Listed in: Value
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Review from Agnes C.
Updated - 11/1/2011 6 Check-ins Here
A couple of weeks ago I went there for lunch with my coworkers again because we love Hana so much. Sigh...but it must be the first time ever that Hanna failed us. It was a fail because the service was super slow, the food was just alright this time.....what made me really upset was their green tea ice cream which really did not taste like green tea to me at all. I was so sad.
It might just be a one time slip and I might have a higher expectation for some of my favorite trusting restaurants, be that as it may, I still do not think waiting for half an hour for sushi (or any food) is reasonable.
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4/11/2011
It's not a bad place to go for lunch with your coworkers. Their sushi is decent, however not the… Read more »
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Review from David Z.
Calgary, AB
9/8/2011
Make no mistake. Hana is a must try. The yam fries here set a new standard of heart clogging calories count but it is the best yam fries I have ever had.
Visited on a Monday for dinner and it was relatively empty. Service is quick and courteous. The good stuff are on the back page of the menu, so look there first.
I would go back again. -
Review from Tara M.
4/17/2011
For all the sushi places in Calgary, this one is one of my favorites.
It could be because it's only steps from my house (one whole block); but more likely it's because the sushi is dang fresh and reasonably priced. As far as sushi goes, the menu is pretty run-of-the-mill, however, the freshness of the product is what makes this sushi spot stand out.
That said, sushi snobs can find some interesting rolls on this menu; the lllovers roll is a must-try (or is it looovers roll? I can't remember what letter repeats...) but don't expect strange-never-before-seen sushi at Hana.
I am at this sushi place enough to probably own the television in the lobby, and I find the best sushi here is on a Tuesday.
I discovered this by following a piece of advice from Jamie Oliver who said "Like you and I, fishermen don't work on the weekends, so don't buy your fish on a Sunday or Monday because it's been sitting out since Friday." Albeit, Calgary isn't really the 'who's who' of fresh fish, but I do find a difference in my sushi on a Tuesday or Wednesday...
In any case, all wisdom a la Jamie Oliver aside, Hana is a good sushi place and I 'less than three' it's prices, it's staff and most of all, it's sushi.
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Review from Jason A.
Calgary, AB
7/23/2011
Hana Sushi is the closest sushi bar and restaurant to our place in the Beltline, and when we first went there we went with the impression of very good reviews (pre Yelp). And our first meal there was quite pleasurable.
Now keep in mind, we here in Cow Town are land locked. The sea is an 11 hour drive away. Salmon and tuna are NOT native. So good sushi, even passable sushi for Vancouver or LA, just isn't available. I've had to eat some middling raw fish to date. So I was delighted when, upon the first visit to Hana Sushi, I found the salmon buttery, the tuna flavourful, and the Uni savoury. However, I thought the rice was a tad warm, which put the experience a bit off.
The second trip to Hana, the Uni was a bit past prime On the third and fourth visit, the avocado roll came contaminated with flying fish roe (despite sending it back one time, apparently they just scraped what they could see off and returned it to us). Sushi is at least partially about presentation, so this lack of concern with cross contamination with other orders rolled on the same mat was disconcerting.
The waitresses were not always attentive, allowing our glasses to go empty without asking if we wished refills. When you addressed your concerns with them, they were responsive, but never seemed to realize that if you were well "hydrated" you might order more.
In short, for a quick meal its perfectly acceptable. For a special meal, or for sushi prepared with care, go elsewhere. -
Review from Jag S.
Calgary, AB
4/6/2011
I typically go to Sushi Kawa, but decided to venture here in stead.
The service is great (very attentive to detail), price is typical (cheap), and the food quality is on par with anywhere else in the city.
What I like about this place and why I would go back is I like the interior and the ambiance, it a great crossover of the super casual Kawa but not the upscale Towa. It has great tables to accommodate larger groups. I enjoyed the ambiance and people watching here more than I have at Kawa.
I'll definitely be coming back -- soon too! -
Review from Erik F.
Calgary, AB
4/8/2010
A colleague of mine suggested we go to this place for lunch. It was great. I had the chicken soba noodles. The broth was outstanding. We also had some hot tea, which was very flavorful. My buddy had a bento box that looked good too. I may try one of those the next time I go.
The staff are all very friendly as well. Good spot. -
Review from Mike M.
11/2/2010
Great Sushi, Decent price, and good service.
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Review from Meaghen P.
Calgary, AB
4/4/2011
We eat a lot of sushi and are always looking for new places to try. Unfortunately, I won't be trying this place again. I ordered the Sushi Combo that came with a california roll, dynamite roll, spicey salmon roll, and miso soup. I also ordered 3 pieces of samon sushi.
At $2.90 a piece I expected the fish on the sushi to be a good size, unfortunately it was very thin and not a very large at all. The miso soup was great, but the rice on the rolls was very warm, along with the fish. The california roll didn't seem to be made of the best quality and very mushy. I won't be ordering from here again :( -
Review from Calgary Guy A.
Calgary, AB
1/29/2010
I enjoyed a quick lunch at Hana Sushi this week. Place was packed with all sorts of creative types who work in the surrounding Mission District.
Tried the popular Bento Box and my colleague had an assortment of rolls and sushi. Everything was great.
Friendly and efficient staff, clean surroundings, great food.
I'll definitely go back when I have a sushi craving.
