Mixed Tempura of Misty-Fried Shrimp, Scallop-Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms, Eggplant, and Spicy Leaves

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i had a shrimp tempura roll a few weeks back at the chinatown ginza and it was lame. in fact everything was sub-par. i went having heard it improved under new ownership, but found that not to be true. fugakyu does good tempura.

Hello, There have been a lot of posts about good sushi places in Seattle, but I am looking for some really good tempura. I have been to Yama in Bellevue and it is pretty good. Any suggestions? Thanks

I like the deep- fried crunchy prawn tempura tails and leave no trace of the prawn, instead of leaving the tail on the side of the plate. I wonder if anyone else out there eats the prawn tails too. What other unusual food eating...

Does anyone know if there is a specific variety of chrysanthemum the Japanese use in tempura? I’d like to be able to grow it myself, but I don’t know what kind of seed/plant to look for. I’ve never seen the...

In Newport Beach (Newport Coast), Bluefin Sushi has terrific vegetable tempura, as well as terrific everything else. Not cheap, but the best! They typically serve tempura with shrimp and vegetables, but they are happy to make an...

Recommendations for the best tempura in Sacramento?? We’ve been to Zen Toro (just ok), Kru, Taka’s...I’ve heard Akebono is good—but that was in the Bee...anyone been there and can vouch for it? mahalo!

We all have opinions on Sushi, but who has some good suggestions on Tempura?

I am a big fan of the tempura over at inagiku, is there a less expensive place that has great tempura.

I had the most delicious “Japanese style” dessert in Palm Beach, Florida while on vacation known as tempura cheesecake. I cannot get it out of my head and I am desperately trying to find a restaurant in the...

In addition to having arguably the best sushi in the valley, Tama also does a very nice job with tempura.

Are there any restaurants that specialize in tempura? Or can you recommend one that serves tempura comparable to the type served in Japan (not the heavy, greasy batter usually served in restaurants)?

Does anyone know a sushi place that makes rolls with tempura crumbs inside? I used to have it all the time in Montreal, but have yet to find it here... Thanks!

I’m hooked on Tomi Sushi. First the Sushi is average but they have great lunch specials. They have the best tempura anywhere because they fry them like art. Second you can’t beat the prices for lunch. I usually get...