Nagoya - Berkeley Heights
Nagoya
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Nagoya Sushi and its upstairs counterpart, King Bennie's Tiki Bar, offer a unique dining and drinking experience. While many appreciate the fresh sushi, exceptional gyozas, and cozy tiki ambiance, inconsistencies in service have left some patrons disappointed. Complaints include order inaccuracies, sticky countertops, and a language barrier with staff during busy hours, raising questions about the restaurant’s management. However, friendly bartenders, a creative cocktail selection, and a relaxed atmosphere at King Bennie's provide a redeeming touch. Overall, the venue is worth a visit for its vibrant ambiance and tasty offerings, though improvements in service are needed.
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My wife and I have been frequenting this restaurant for some time now. The gyozas are exceptional, and the lunch specials are just right. The service is fantastic, and the staff is incredibly friendly.
The waiter was incredibly friendly. The restaurant downstairs has a modern and clean atmosphere. All the sushi and sashimi we ordered was outstanding. The chicken teriyaki bento was delicious, and the ginger dressing on the salad was fantastic. I'm a big fan and we'll definitely be returning!
Upon sitting at the sushi bar, I immediately noticed that the countertop was extremely sticky, to the point where my cups were sticking to the surface more than they should have. In terms of service attitude and demeanor, things seemed fine. However, I encountered issues with my order. I had ordered 10 nigiri rolls but only received 8 pieces. Due to a language barrier, it took a considerable amount of time for me to communicate to the waitstaff that I was missing items. While one server was trying to sort out my issue, I noticed several other customers approaching with complaints about their orders as well—some had received incorrect rolls, while others were missing components. It makes me wonder if the restaurant has changed ownership or if there are new staff members, as attention to these details is important to me. When someone takes your order, it should be done accurately and communicated clearly to the kitchen. I shouldn't have to repeatedly ask for missing items.
King Bennie's is located upstairs in Nagoya Sushi. I really enjoyed my visit. The bar had a relaxed vibe. It's a full bar but they have a menu full of tropical drinks. I don't remember the name of my drink but it was really tasty! They served the drinks in these cute Hawaiian themed glasses. I would definitely return!
Tiki Bar Review Only: My friend recommended that we meet at the Tiki Bar on a weekday night. I 'm not very familiar with Morris County, so I left it to him to find a good spot for us to meet up since he grew up in the area. The Tiki Bar is on the second floor of the building, while the restaurant is on the first. Once you ascend the stairs to the tiki bar, you 'll see different places where you can grab a table. The three of us my friend, my partner, and me grabbed a table with the couch seats. It was chill that night. My friend and I ordered zombies and gin tonics while we caught up with one another. The bartender was nice. Also, one thing I thought was really cool was that my partner doesn 't drink alcohol and ordered a tea the bartender was still nice about it. At some places, once bartenders realize that you aren 't spending big money on drinks, they become rude and ignore your table (I mean, I get it, small tips, why put the energy in? , but that didn 't happen here. The bartender was still friendly to my husband the whole time we were there. I appreciate that vibe. Also, great music : I would recommend checking out the Tiki Bar. Their cocktails are pretty cool and definitely the look of the spot screams 'tiki bar '. My partner and I hope to be back again for the restaurant downstairs.

