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I am looking forward to trying more Japanese/sushi restaurants in the city upon my return. Just this past Saturday, Kate and I checked out Pod @ 3636 Sansom Street in University City. While it is certainly gimmicky, the decor and ambiance is quite fun. The sushi rolls, from the conveyor belt, were fine. I am a bit of a "sushi snob", though, so I was not blown away.

I recall Hikaru, at 607 S 2nd St., and Genji, at 1716 Sansom Street, being enjoyable. Though recent reviews at Genji are not so good.

Of course I still long to try Morimoto some day!

What are some other great sushi restaurants in the city?

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The sushi was good, but time next we go I really want to try that lobster sushi -- it looked fantastic!

Honestly, the highlight of the meal was the dessert. I had the triple chocolate: chocolate mousse, chocolate tart with sesame ice cream, and chocolate bread pudding. Mar, you had the amazing fluffernutter spring rolls. I'm an expert baker, so I know when dessert is deftly executed! ;)

Pod definitely created an interesting ambiance that I enjoyed, although it is a tad on the expensive side and that may prevent me from returning in the future.

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Yes you are quite the baker!

Indeed those fluffernutter spring rolls were awesome! I'd go back just for them. I'd like to try to replicate them at home. :)

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