Sushi Takumi - Upland

I used to visit this restaurant regularly and always recommended it to others, but I had not been back in about 6 years. I decided to take my son for a meal while we were in the area. Unfortunately, the quality of the food has declined since my last visit and the wait for our order was surprisingly long considering how few customers there were. The nigiri had an excessive amount of rice and thin slices of fish. A few pieces of rice even fell off the nigiri onto the table, which I had to set aside. To top it off, the chef awkwardly informed me as I was leaving that he would be charging me for the next visit. I informed him that I will not be returning. There are definitely better dining options available, and I typically do not write reviews but felt compelled to share my disappointing experience.

This was my first time visiting this restaurant, and I have to say, I was absolutely blown away. I came in around noon on a Tuesday based on a recommendation, and I am so glad I did. My server, Selene, was wonderful. Her customer service was top-notch, she was very helpful and accommodating, and she made me feel right at home. She answered all of my questions and even provided some great suggestions on what to order. I truly appreciate her because she truly made my dining experience exceptional. The food was outstanding. I couldn't get enough of the rolls, and I wanted to try everything on the menu! My favorite out of the four rolls I tried was the Fiesta Roll. I definitely need to come back and try the ones I missed out on. The atmosphere was so relaxing, the restaurant itself was clean and well-decorated, and the light EDM music added to the upbeat and positive vibes. I savored every moment of my time there, and I will definitely be returning. If you haven't been here yet, now is the time to go!