Fresh Tofu Salad
Hinode

Hinode

Congressional Plz., Rockville I-20852, United States

Sushi • Asian • Salad • Lunch


"**Atmosphere:** 3/5. Hinode is situated in a small strip mall off Congressional, where parking can be a bit challenging. The mall features several popular businesses, making it tough to find a spot during busy hours. On multiple occasions, we've had to park on nearby side streets and walk to the restaurant. Inside, Hinode has a typical sushi restaurant vibe, with numerous four-top tables and a large wooden sushi bar dominating the main dining area. The restaurant has several rooms filled with tables, so finding a spot is generally straightforward, even for larger parties. The decor is somewhat outdated, but the place is clean and features three well-maintained fish tanks at the front that provide a charming view while you eat. **Service:** 5/5. The staff at Hinode have always been friendly and accommodating. During our most recent weekend lunch visit, the service met our expectations perfectly. We were seated right away and promptly received our all-you-can-eat menus. Both the kitchen and sushi chefs were quick to deliver our food, and our waiter kept our drinks refilled with no hassle at all. It was an excellent experience. **Food:** 4/5. Before the pandemic, Hinode primarily operated as a buffet-style restaurant, where you could help yourself to sushi and Japanese/Korean dishes at your convenience. Since then, they've shifted to an all-you-can-order format, which I believe enhances the overall dining experience. This change means the sushi is fresher, and you can order exactly what you want. During my latest lunch visit, the sushi was well-prepared and generously portioned with fish. The hot dishes were also impressive, providing a delicious alternative to avoid sushi fatigue. Each sushi order consists of well-portioned servings (1 nigiri and 4 pieces per roll), ensuring diners don't fill up on just one or two rolls. Overall, for the price of $23-30 depending on whether you go for lunch or dinner, Hinode is a fantastic option for sushi lovers. **Vegetarian Options:** They offer some vegetarian sushi and hot dishes, but there aren't enough choices to justify the all-you-can-eat price. **Kid-Friendliness:** The menu is mostly sushi, which might not be ideal if your kids aren’t fans of it. **Parking:** Finding a parking spot can be difficult during peak times, so be prepared to circle around or park on the street nearby. **Wheelchair Accessibility:** The restaurant has ample space between tables, making it wheelchair-friendly."