Sushtime in Plan-les-Ouates

I think I may just have found my go-to take-out sushi place! Of course I tend to say these things only to realize the service and/or food is going downhill at lightning speed shortly thereafter, but I've been to Sushtime a few times now and I do have hope it will keep making quality fare consistently.  Sushtime is located in Plan-les-Ouates, and they have a restaurant area as well as a take-out area. Their menu is huge and as far as I'm concerned, their seared salmon sushi definitely gets  an extra mention.

Pictured below: an assortment of sushi, seared salmon and shrimp tempura maki rolls - did I ever mention how much I love cooked seafood in my sushi? Because I really do!

Chez Uchino

Because sometimes you want to have Sushi but you don't want to go to Shogun for the gazillionth time but you wouldn't mind going to Versoix, so it all kind of works out. I'm in a weird mood. Can you tell I'm in a weird mood? I'm in a weird mood.

Pictured below: chicken yakitori and sushi.

Yakitori at Shogun

Shogun has kind of become my go-to sushi place. However, one shouldn't overlook some of the other items on their menu, some of them are definitely worth trying. On a recent visit to the Eaux-vives restaurant, I decided to have an assortment of yakitori for a change and I definitely enjoyed it, though, to be honest, I'm not sure I'm too crazy about skewered beef and melted cheese, but it might be something of an acquired taste.

Pictured below: a yakitori assortment at Shogun.

Takumi

When it comes to chicken teriyaki, it doesn't get much better than Shibata, but if sushi is what you're craving, Takumi can definitely hold its own.

Pictured below: shrimp sushi and tamago.

Shogun

Shogun, yet another Eaux-Vives located restaurant, is considered to be one of the best Japanese places these days. The food is indeed fresh and tasty, their sushi certainly doesn't disappoint, and their seaweed salad is simply excellent!

Pictured below: a sushi platter.

Sagano

Sagano is a Japanese restaurant located by the UNHCR, its owners also run Phuket and a number of other restaurants around the city. I hadn't been to Sagano in quite a long time, and thought a recent Friday night was the perfect opportunity to go back.

Pictured below: miso soup and a susi platter.

Shibata

Shibata is a Japanese restaurant located in Petit-Saconnex. With only a few tables inside and a small terrace outside in the summer, it would be easy to miss the restaurant while driving by. However, what this establishment lacks in size, it more than makes up for in quality. Indeed, I wholeheartedly believe the best chicken teriyaki in the city is served at Shibata. However, if you're hoping for sushi, this is definitely not the place to go -- it is simply not on their menu.

The restaurant is slightly on the expensive side, but the exquisite dishes and the fresh ingredients make it worth the extra cost in my humble opinion.

Pictured below: dumplings, seared tuna and chicken teriyaki with sides of mixed vegetables and rice, a cheesecake which is somehow as delicious as it is light and finally scoops of red bean and sesame ice cream.

Quick Eats in Geneva

Parfums de Beyrouth

Many shawerma aficionados in Geneva consider Parfums de Beyrouth, located in Paquis, the destination of choice for a shaved lamb or chicken sandwich. A selection of toppings include lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickled radishes, garlic sauce and tahini (a sesame paste).

Pictured below: a chicken shawerma from Parfums de Beyrouth.

Wasabi

A couple of Japanese fast food joints have recently opened their doors in Geneva. One of these is Wasabi, located by Rive. Boxes of sushi, seaweed salad, potato salad, noodles, rice, chicken teriyaki, dumplings and many other items are available at this self-serivce style restaurant.

Wasabi is certainly a suitable chocie for a quick meal, but don't kid yourself, it's definitely fast food.

Pictured below: grilled dumplings, a potato salad, shrimp fried noodles and tempura uramaki.

Sushi at Kamomé

A recent sushi lunch at Kamomé. The restaurant is located in the ICC building by the airport.

Takumi

Yet another restaurant located in Plainpalais! Takumi is a Japanese resturant which serves both sushi and tepanyaki, it is a busy establishment and it is probably preferable to make a reservation before going especially for larger parties.

Pictured below: Miso soup, rice, vegetables and chicken teriyaki.

Kamomé

Many in Geneva consider Kamome to be one of the finer Japanese restaurants. Located in the ICC building by the airport, the restaurant serves sushi as well as Tepanyaki. Because it is located in a business center, it is best to make reservations for a meal at Kamome's.

Pictured below: miso soup, california and tamago sushi, chicken teriyaki and a bowl of white rice.

Sansui

When it comes to Japanese cuisine, I usually go for chicken teriyaki, my favorite Japanese dish. However, I do occasionally get the sushi craving. When it comes to sushi in Geneva, there are many establishments to pick from, whether you're looking for refined, gourmet sushi or a fast food solution, you're bound to find something to your liking.

Sansui would probably fall into the former category, and it never disappoints! You can either eat directly in their small but cosy Servette restaurant, or you can order your sushi to go

Pictured below: a selection of Tamago, Tempura-Maki, California roll and Salmon Skin roll...