Posts from January 6th, 2021

Who's hungry for some tempura? Tempura Day is on January 7th, and we're ready to dig into the best tempura Northeast Ohio has to offer. Unfamiliar with this Japanese dish? Tempura is not a food, but rather, a style of food, similar to "fried." Tempura is a batter traditionally made with flour, water, and egg yolks, but more contemporary batters may use starch or baking soda to create a crispier texture. No matter how it's made, it makes everything from seafood to vegetables taste amazing. Celebrate Tempura Day in Northeast Ohio with a tempura dish at these restaurants.

Kasai Japanese Restaurant

3875 Massillon Rd. #300, Uniontown, OH 44685

For more than 15 years, Kasai Japanese Restaurant gained a following that has helped them become one of the most popular Japanese restaurants in the area. From appetizers to sushi to dinner combos, Kasai offers a variety of tempura options, including shrimp, vegetables, and chicken. Their Kasai Lunch Specials come with tempura, house salad, and miso soup, but if it's sushi that you prefer, Alaskan Beauty Roll, Grouching Tiger Roll, and Kasai Crazy Roll are waiting for you.

Shuhei Restaurant

23360 Chagrin Blvd., Beachwood, OH 44122

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Looking for traditional Japanese tempura served in a traditional Japanese atmosphere? Shuhei Restaurant is your destination. The waitstaff wear kimonos, and artwork on the walls date back hundreds of years. Japanese desserts, sake, and ramen are served up alongside Tempura Soba and Tori Tempura. One bite and you'll see why so many celebrities, athletes, and high-profile figures come to Shuhei when in Northeast Ohio.

SASA

13120 Shaker Square, Cleveland, OH 44120

There are so many tempura dishes at SASA that you'll definitely need to visit again and again to try them all. The classics like shrimp tempura are on the menu, but we think you should try a few unique options like Calamari Tempura Salad, Yam Tempura, and the Scandinavian Roll with whitefish tempura. Try to pop in right when the workday ends to take advantage of Happy Hour specials on tapas plates and alcohol.

Kintaro All You Can Eat Sushi & Hot Pot

7325 Northcliff Ave., Brooklyn, Ohio 44144

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If the unlimited sushi doesn't get you through the door of Kintaro All You Can Eat Sushi & Hot Pot, then their amazing tempura dishes will. Soft Shell Crab Tempura and California Tempura rolls are must-haves and can be ordered with your choice of tempura vegetables like zucchini, sweet potato, mushroom, and broccoli.  Of course, you can't go wrong taking advantage of the all-you-can-eat sushi, so feel free to go crazy with Chicken Tempura and Shrimp Tempura rolls until you're stuffed! 

Omizu Japanese Restaurant

6843 Ridge Rd., Parma, OH 44129

Whether you're a fan of traditional or modern Japanese cuisine, Omizu Japanese Restaurant is ready to treat you to a night of unforgettable bites. Their Temp Udon Hot Pot is a great alternative to the typical shrimp, chicken, and veggie tempura (though no shame in ordering the tried and true classics). Be sure to try some other unique offerings, like Wasabi Tobiko, Uni, Pork Katsu, and Chirashi.

Ginko Restaurant

2247 Professor Ave. B., Cleveland, OH 44113

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Ginko Restaurant prepares masterpieces that look way too good to eat. When you finally give in and chow down, you'll be blown away by the taste. Share this delicious food with your family, friends, or team, and let Ginko treat you to a private tasting menu or buffet/family style catering. Order up plenty of tempura veggies alongside your choice of entrees, starches, and desserts. Tempura Day only comes once a year; why not celebrate in style?

Umi Sushi

7558 Pearl Rd., Middleburg Heights, OH 44130

At Umi Sushi, they believe that small changes — such as using better ingredients — have huge impacts on food. You'll immediately taste these little differences in every big bite you take of Authentic Wok Tempura. Umi Sushi is a great lunch or dinner spot, but we insist that you visit during happy hour for discounted tempura sushi rolls and finish them off in style with decadent Tempura Vanilla Ice Cream.

Parallax

2179 W. 11th St., Cleveland, OH 44113

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French cooking techniques receive an Asian flourish at Parallax. Fusion seafood and sushi are highlighted on their delicious menu. Fancy Vegetable Tempura with your Duck Confit? What about Tempura Lobster Tail and a side of Tempura Green Beans? These palette pleasers and more are ready for you to experience at Parallax.

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Where is your favorite place to grab tempura around Northeast Ohio?