Japonessa Sushi Cocina, Downtown

Suggests Japonessa by the market for a sit-down meal.

Proposes Japonessa as a second option if you're not set on Momiji.

Recommends Japonessa with a caveat that its fusion menu isn't strictly authentic; cites solid happy hour.

Says Japonesa is overpriced for what you get, comparing it to the restaurant being discussed.

Says Japonessa also has strong non-sushi items.

Calls it a fun Latin-Japanese fusion, not serious sushi; some rolls are guilty pleasures, overpriced, but they love it as comfort food.

Strongly dislikes it, calling it overpriced, unauthentic sushi that suits tourists and young nightlife crowds.

Rates the happy hour there positively.

Includes Japonessa as another sushi option, speaking as a sushi fan.

Agrees the suggested places are strong for Americanized rolls rather than authentic sushi.

Says they like it: a fun Latin-Japanese fusion with a strong happy-hour selection, handy if you're heading to a nearby show.

Good for roll fans, but the commenter personally rates its sushi quality low.

Suggests Japonessa's happy hour as a pick.

Calls it mediocre, mainly used for work events, and otherwise unremarkable.

Replies with Japonessa as a suggestion, offering no further detail.

Thinks this place is fairly good for rolls, as a personal opinion.

Finds it dependably fun and flavorful, not foodie-level sushi, a bit pricey, good for groups or casual dates.

Calls Japonessa pretty solid.

Calls its fusion sushi distinctive and reliably tasty.

Says the rolls and nigiri sampler were great; a habanero roll stood out, though some menu items feel pricey.

Suggests it for sushi happy hour only.

Named as a Downtown spot the author used to eat at, ranked below their favorite.