Beluga Japanese

Japanese Korean fusion confusion. Since it opened, I have always enjoyed eating here, and we have our own sets of chopsticks on reserve. There are some traditional Japanese foods, like miso soup, edamame and tempura. The ahi tower, which they claim as their original creation, is the best I've had in the Austin area, and both the ginger and miso dressing on the beautifully prepared house salad are delicious. My family has enjoyed taking over a tatami room for large birthday parties and being treated to the Chef's Specials. The service has always been fast and courteous. On the downside, over the years, the fusion part has changed for the confusing. The current "fresh Scottish salmon" is a serious disappointment (and I've had salmon in Scotland), looking like processed frozen filets that come out tasting bland and dry. The bulgogi style vegetables are over-cooked and over-sauced, and the neon green wasabi mashed potatoes taste like instant boxed flakes. On the other hand, if you stick with the sushi and sashimi, you can't go wrong. If you truly want traditional Japanese, go elsewhere.…

Not what I expected. First time I have ever been and I wanted to see what all the hype was about. The sushi was ok, not to bad, the service was excellent. BUT the place looked old and tired.Scuffs all over the floor, unbused tables, chips in the faded paint. 2 Live Crew on the speakers ( no joke here ). Decorated like they went to Garden Ridge across the street. I didnt get the hype. I might be back, but there are too many choices in RR.…