Jaburritos - Las Vegas

Big ol' sushi rolls the size of your face? Yes, please. 

I came in during their first week and I opted for the select your own option. I chose salmon, soft shell crab, cucumber, yuzu guacamole and tobiko. The staff was new and just learning, but patience was key and they were really trying to learn.

They let you try any of the sauces and add anything on the side if you prefer. I was impressed by how friendly and accommodating everyone was and I look forward to giving them another try soon. If only they were closer to home.

Items sampled: build your own sushi burrito with salmon, tobiko, soft shell crab, yuzu guacamole and cucumber

Location: 2600 W Sahara Ave, Ste 115, Las Vegas, NV 89102

Yonaka Modern Japanese

I'm jumping on the Yonaka bandwagon. I have been dying to try the place since before they even opened. Driving past the restaurant for months, I never got the chance to eat here. Finally, I dragged my mom along for Happy Hour and I'm absolutely sold. 

Every bite I had was absolute heaven. We started with a cucumber amuse that was very refreshing. Every description sounded great but we narrowed it down to a few choices that we shared. 

Beet Fries - Great flavor and texture. I'm not typically a fan of beets, but these were really delicious. 

Brussel Sprouts - An absolute must for me whenever they're offered on a menu and these did not disappoint. I see myself ordering these every time I come.

Avocado Nigiri - My mom's favorite of the evening. The flavors were amazing and all the sauces complemented and enhanced the flavor of the avocado superbly and it was beatifully presented with an edible flower. 

Kaki-age - Not a showstopper dish, but once you dip the tempura into the sauce they provide, it was quite flavorful.

Sake orenji - The salmon was great. The subtle flavor or orange and roe really made the dish sing. 

Watermelon salad - Absolutely amazing. The little bites of watermelon exploded with flavor and definitely pack a punch. One of my favorite flavors of the evening. I could eat this all day long. 

Karaage - Different than any other version I've had. Probably my least favorite dish. Just a little too sweet for me, but the chicken was perfectly cooked and had great flavor. 

Overall, I have to say this place surpassed my very high expectations. The menu is inventive and takes lots of risks and most of them pay off. Not to mention the prices are fantastic and service was attentive and friendly. We left full and satisfied for a very low price. I am already planning my return and expect to be a regular for Happy Hour.
 

KoMex Fusion

I have to admit, I wasn't thrilled with my first encounter with the original Komex location. So I wasn't as excited as most when they opened up a new location closer to me. I have always wanted to give them another chance so when I saw their discounted tacos available during their three-year anniversary celebration, I took it as a sign that it was time to give them another try.

We ordered some tacos and a large fried rice to share. Since tacos were only $1 we got two each and figured we would have plenty of rice to take home as leftovers. Boy were we right about that. Our food arrived and the rice was enormous, so were the tacos. For just $15 and change we got enough food for lunch and dinner along with drinks and chips with salsa and guacamole.

On my previous visit, I had tried nachos and a burrito and didn't love the flavor combinations. This time I was much more impressed with the tacos and fried rice, probably because they were simpler and cleaner flavors.

I'll definitely be back now that they're in my neck of the woods.