Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill
Thanks to a wonderful restaurant recommendation from our friend, Matt, Mal and I ended up eating one of the most amazing sushi dinners of our lives! Almost everything about Blue Ribbon Sushi was outstanding! (We’re still talking about it days later! 
) Thanks, Matthew!
The only “negative” part about our dining experience was our wait for a table. We were told beforehand (by our hotel concierge) that Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill did not take reservations, so Mal and I were prepared to wait. Our plan was to have a drink at the bar and just relax. When we arrived, we were told that the wait for a table was about 15-20 minutes. Unfortunately, this time estimate turned into more than an hour! Mal and I were super hungry, but because of our vacation state of mind, we really didn’t mind waiting that long.
While chilling at the bar, Mal and I each ordered a glass of Sauvignon Blanc.
The host at Blue Ribbon felt terrible about our long wait, so he immediately sent a complimentary appetizer to our table. In my opinion, free food makes just about any dining out experience better! 
Bonsai Tree
Crabstick, Avocado, Masago & Kaiware Wrapped in Cucumber
The Bonsai Tree appetizer was so unique! The cucumber surrounding the crabstick, avocado, masago, and kaiware was incredibly cool and refreshing– sort of like summer sushi!
I wish I had taken more photos of the decor inside of the restaurant, but it was really crowded, and I always feel like people think I am photographing them!
The Blue Ribbon’s decor was stunning! Dark, solid wood dominated the ceiling, walls, and furniture, and the lighting was mysterious, but also kind of romantic. Mal and I had the option to sit at the large, glowing sushi bar, where we could watch all of the sushi-making action happen, but we opted for a booth in the dining area instead.
For dinner, Mal and I ordered 3 maki rolls to share.
Yasai Maki
Mixed Vegetables
Spicy Tuna
with Tempura Flakes and Cucumber 
I never snapped a shot of our 3rd roll by itself, but it was a California roll with Blue Crab (upper right roll on the sushi board).
The sushi was easily out-of-this-world, but the dessert that followed was the food highlight of my weekend! I’m so glad that I let Mal finish off the last few pieces of sushi because I needed plenty of room in my stomach for this divine piece of heaven! 
Warm Gingerbread Bread Pudding
with French Vanilla Ice Cream and Caramel Drizzle
This was the BEST dessert that I’ve eaten in a long time! The gingerbread was thick, warm, sweet, and slightly spicy, and the melty ice cream and caramel drizzle were the perfect compliment. Oh my gosh, it was incredibly delectable!
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Posted by: Tina 20 comments
Posted in: Uncategorized, restaurant
Tags: bread pudding, gingerbread, sushi
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:09 pm
Seriously, I felt my mouth watering reading about that dessert. I had sushi on my weekend vaycay too and it was sooo good
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:19 pm
Okay, that dessert looks soooo good. I was thinking about what to have for dinner and this post made my decision. Sushi it is.
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:25 pm
Oh yum. I love sushi
And the dessert is heavenly. Bread pudding is one of my faves.
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:25 pm
well, looks like i’ll be flying back to NY for some sushi!! My one sadness at sushi restaurants is lack of luscious desserts (it’s always like green tea ice cream or something light!) This seriously looks like the perfect combination!!
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:36 pm
wow–this is all so drool-worthy. thanks for the review, and how nice they gave you free food to wait with-thats never happened tome!
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:48 pm
Holy goodness gracious- gingerbread bread pudding?!? Sounds like heaven. Being from the south we are serious about bread pudding haha. THAT sounds divine
Have a good day!
Oh- and yes you should really try the breakfast cookie- you would like it!
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:51 pm
I could eat sushi every day and be an extremely happy girl! That dessert looks amazing too!
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 4:52 pm
So glad you enjoyed a wonderful night out (even if you had a long wait)…I love going to swanky sushi restaurants, those rolls look delicious!!
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 5:06 pm
That is a long wait but it looks TOTALLY worth it! Your getaway sounds amazing
Love the posts!
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 6:32 pm
OMG I love Blue Ribbon Sushi! I’ve only been once, but we ordered the Chef’s Special, which is basically a huge tray of sushi followed by a huge tray of sashimi. Tons of variety and everything was amazingly fresh. Best sushi ever.
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 6:38 pm
It sounds like you had a wonderful time! I’m all over the gingerbread pudding!
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 7:42 pm
That dessert looks amazing! Looks like a great place to eat!
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 7:44 pm
that dessert looks incredible… and as another reader said, I can’t believe that was at a sushi restaurant!!
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 7:59 pm
How nice of them to send you a complimentary appetizer for your wait!
The food looks great!
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 8:09 pm
I’m soooo jealous of all you coastal residents! Even though you don’t live in NY, you still live in an area where you can get good sushi! Try finding good sushi in Minnesota… sure, we have all the pheasant, duck, venison and bison you could possibly imagine- but sushi, no. It’s not the best.
on Nov 26th, 2008 at 9:56 pm
WOW, that is some incredible sushi. I’m so impressed! Your pictures are great too.
Also, I didn’t comment on it, but I really loved your Thanksgiving philosophy. I love your outlook on eating and feel inspired by you! Thanks for being such a role model Tina. 
on Nov 27th, 2008 at 6:44 am
Tina!! That bread pudding looks fantastic! Great pictures. Happy Thanksgiving.
zesty
on Nov 27th, 2008 at 9:54 am
I’m not a huge sushi fan but the hubs loves it and that restaurant looks amazing! I love how sushi places it’s not just about food but the experience as well. Awesome! Happy Thanksgiving Tina and Mal!
on Nov 27th, 2008 at 10:20 am
Love that dessert! Happy Thanksgiving!
on Nov 27th, 2008 at 7:46 pm
wowsa to that dessert
looks like a great weekend! happy thanksgiving 