Review: Roku AKA Zipang NW

[lilmira]

I asked the girl there about reservation since I couldn't find their number. She gave me their card. 403-718-9077

The wait may not be that bad but it doesn't hurt to give them a call in advance.

[schocker]

Great thanks

[BigDL]

Where in the mall is the resturant? I just tried Pho Hoan Pasteur yesterday but I didn't see this place. I might be blind and missed it while driving around.

[rage2]

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                              |  Roku  |
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[lilmira]

Wow, I have never seen a map better than that lol. It's around the corner from egg oasis, sort of facing walmart/shell.

[Lex350]

Originally posted by lilmira
In other news, the Rock is shut down for renovation it says. I think it took them longer to build that place than staying in business. Some negative comments from previous employees on their FB page. That explains the grumpy faces from my experience.

The rumor is that the ownership are splitting away from The Rock franchise. Probably because the place was making no money and they need to reduce costs. They say that they want to hire back the old staff when they get going again. Stupid move. The biggest problem with that place was the service or lack there of. They never seemed to hire experienced people and most of them couldn't be bothered to serve you because they were too busy having gab sessions.

[Sorath]

It was good. I think zipang is still better IMO

[phreezee]

Ambience: 8/10.
Service: 7/10.
Food: 9/10.

Overall score of 8/10.

My one complaint was that service was slow. No water refills, had to ask for a new teapot, empty plates weren't cleared away fast enough, it took long to get the bill, got 4 chocolate mints with the bill for a table of 6. What was with the dollar store teapots?!? It stuck out like a sore thumb when they put it on the table.

The place was small and reservations are a must IMO. You can tell they had poor contractors as I could see a drywall joint bulge. No wonder they were 4 months late.

Food was really good though, and I ordered a wide variety of stuff just to sample.

Overall bill was $190 with 15% tip for 6 people.

[lilmira]

What do you guys think about the big rock? lol

[schocker]

Originally posted by lilmira
What do you guys think about the big rock? lol

I am here right now, could have used another table
Just waiting as my table got snaked by some jerk faces.

Edit:

I liked it overall. Just had a few rolls and some yam tempura. White person seal of approval. Got some ice cream because of the jerk faces etc. Didn't get charged for tea though. Totally should have more tables though....maybe they didn't know what to do with all the space compared to zipang

[phreezee]

I'm hoping the Chinese and Indian place are decent. Chinese place looks like it is ready to open as I drove by today.

[bignerd]

Originally posted by phreezee
Ambience: 8/10.
Service: 7/10.
Food: 9/10.

Overall score of 8/10.

My one complaint was that service was slow. No water refills, had to ask for a new teapot, empty plates weren't cleared away fast enough, it took long to get the bill, got 4 chocolate mints with the bill for a table of 6. What was with the dollar store teapots?!? It stuck out like a sore thumb when they put it on the table.

The place was small and reservations are a must IMO. You can tell they had poor contractors as I could see a drywall joint bulge. No wonder they were 4 months late.

Food was really good though, and I ordered a wide variety of stuff just to sample.

Overall bill was $190 with 15% tip for 6 people.

Service is crappy and slow at Zipang in bridgeland too, always has been so not surprised. Only reason we go is the food is good.

[schocker]

Originally posted by bubbley
Meh..I'd rather goto the Mad Rose, that place is amazing.

I love it there also, their calamari is great along with their pizza and fish and chips.






why is my post first, I posted after.......

[bubbley]

Originally posted by rotten42



The rumor is that the ownership are splitting away from The Rock franchise. Probably because the place was making no money and they need to reduce costs. They say that they want to hire back the old staff when they get going again. Stupid move. The biggest problem with that place was the service or lack there of. They never seemed to hire experienced people and most of them couldn't be bothered to serve you because they were too busy having gab sessions.

Meh..I'd rather goto the Mad Rose, that place is amazing.

[flipstah]

Yeah, you don't go to Zipang for quick food. They are slow but worth it.

I can see people getting impatient though.

[taemo]

never been a fan of the toro in zipang but that toro that rage posted looks good. looks like i know where are we going for our next sushi trip!

[clem24]

Tried Roku last week and all I can say is that yes it is exactly just like Zipang, right down to the chopsticks that they use. Sushi is basically the same and so is (most of) the menu. I can't help but feel that it is slightly pricier (like the black cod my wife got was pricier). One thing I did notice was that the creme caramel (which BTW is a PERFECT ending for sushi) was smaller at Roku vs. Zipang.

Otherwise I am stoked about this place and it will be my new go to place since it's so close to home.

We went on Wednesday and got there at 5, which was obviously very quiet, but started filling up quickly, so definitely RSVP. Good news is that it's probably double the size of Zipang.

[GQBalla]

Went yesterday night. Quite pleased. They had blue fin tuna as a special. Tried the oh toro from blue fin tuna. Pretty damn good. So fatty it melts in your mouth.

Price wise. It's up there but it's good sushi. Fresh. Clean. Service was pretty good. I'll give zipang a try. I never really eat too much when I go for sushi unless it's AYCE.

[rage2]

They have a yearly Christmas AYCE event. I missed out this year.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by rage2
They have a yearly Christmas AYCE event. I missed out this year.

Frealz? Damn it!

Haven't had sushi in a while. Might head there again soon. Maybe I'll see you there since you practically live in Roku.