For as long as I can remember I've always adored small, charming and independently owned dining establishments (I blame my extensive travels over seas and to big cities for my attraction to them). Orlando has many wonderful things that set us apart from places near and far, however discovering top-notch eateries can be somewhat of a challenge. After walking through a massive sea of lovers throughout our fair city on Valentine's Day, the only thing this young girl wanted was a nice glass of wine, some soft lighting and reasonably priced sushi. Ask and you shall receive right?
Moments after my seaweed, sushi and sake craving kicked in, my gentlemen friend and I serendipitously stumbled upon Ichiban. Serene setting, soft lighting and the sweet aroma of Asian delights filled the air. The soothing sounds of chopsticks clicking, soy sauce dripping and tempura flipping had my Valentine and me salivating before getting to our table. This chic sushi bar is filled with hypnotic pieces of artwork, golden wood tables and oriental shoji dividers for added table privacy. They have an extensive list of flavored sake, assortment of beers, lunch/dinner specials and an endless list of sushi rolls.
We sampled a wide array of rice wines that evening, but I was partial to the decadent flavors of the Fuji apple sake. During daily happy hour between 5 and 7, you can get select rolls for $2 -$3 dollars a pop along with specials on their assortment of different Japanese wines, beers and cocktails. Their most popular sushi was called the "unbelievable roll." This left me saying one profound statement “This restaurant is truly unbelievable!"
I'd like to dedicate this article to the oustanding service, food and owners of Ichiban. Thank you for making an already special Valentine's Day more memorable (and to my Valentine for making it perfect).
Ichiban Sushi Orlando
407-423-2688
19 S. Orange Ave., Orlando, FL32801
Neighborhood: Downtown Orlando
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Hours:
Monday-Friday: Lunch: 11:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m. Monday: Dinner: 5-9 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday: Dinner: 5:30-9:45 p.m. Friday and Saturday: Dinner: 5:30-10:45 p.m.
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Beer and wine
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Comments
Who's the guy gorgeous? Lucky man. When you coming up north to visit
Are you writing about the charity event? This article is so you V w/a shout out to your Valentine. LOL
I like how you bring your article to life and describe everything in detail. Very romantic.
Sake it to me babe.
mazel tov hottie
I wish I was in Orlando now. It's cold up here babe. Who the guy in the pic? I will be visiting next month so I'll hit you up then.
Sean are you staying at the parent's beach condo? You can stay with me if you need a place to crash. As long as I can crash at your place when I visit Chi-town. Miss you handsome and can't wait to see you next month!
Staying at the beach condo but going to be in Orlando a lot. How the hell did that ugly dude in the picture get you?
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