Katana Sushi - Hamburg

I didn't get off to the best start here. Arrived at 2120 to order a take away and rather than recieveing a "hello" I got "kitchen closes in 10 minutes".....Me: "okay....can I order then?" Rude staff: "if you want" Me: "well yes I do want, thats why I'm here" Rude staff: "fine" I was then handed a menu. As i tried to choose the guy tapped his pen against his pad to hurry me. I made my order and paid, the guy took my money without a word. I said "my pleasure," he replied with a grunt.After handling the menu, his pad and pen, my money and the till, to my horror WITHOUT WASHING HIS HANDS he began preparing the food.I could go on...... but essentially:- The rice was over cooked and stodgy- The fish in the rolls was too small- Tuna wasn't that fresh- Tempura batter was awful- Was given no Soy sauce- Wasabi wasn't real- Staff were rude- Over pricedI WON'T be going back

We visited as a family during the week. We arrived early in the evening and all the tables were booked (it is a small restaurant). We were offered a table on the basis it was reserved in an hour.We were quickly served and the food was very good. I understand the comments about the "coolness" of the service but it was fast and efficient.Atmosphere felt authentic and all the family enjoyed it. Remember they only accept CASH - no credit cards etc.

The place is relatively small, but nice and clean, the service has zero emotions, but serves relatively quickly. The choice of sushi is a bit poor to my taste, but the sushi is fresh and the taste is very good. The prices are on the higher side and correspond well to the Japanese concept of sushi, namely the portion should be modest. Paying is possible only with cash, which is also somewhat strange for Hamburg.

Very good food, some of the best sushi/makis I've had! Very fresh, and quick to serve. Small and cozy restaurant, with only 5-6 tables, modern. I really recommend this place if you are a sushi lover.

Great food - but no credit card! Make sure to bring cash for this dining experience, or make a withdrawal at the cash machine near by while they prepare the food.