I've been going to Shiro, http://www.shiro-restaurant.com/, ever since they opened 10 years or so ago. It's been a consistent and reliable accomplice in my ongoing love affair with all things Sushi. Simply put, it's literally one of the best places to get Sushi in the Detroit Metro area - unanimously! Set in an old Greek-Revivalist mansion, painted white with tall exterior columns [Shiro translates to 'White Castle'], a grand staircase, and multiple open plan rooms, Shiro lets one know immediately that this is no ordinary restaurant. The proprietor, Mr. Shin, is usually on hand to greet you at the door. He's a real character, and a huge part of why Shiro is so much fun to dine at.
Really - Shiro is all about fun. The menu not only has sushi and sashimi options, but other fare too - Think of this place as French+Japanese riffs on dishes you've seen before. If you're not in a Sushi frenzy, there are very compelling choices on the menu to be had. Often, I'll usually start out with a few appetizers. A heaping bowl of Edamame, salted to perfection, is a great start. The Wasabi Shumai appetizer is a spicy meaty and hearty treat. The Octopus salad [octopus w/ seaweed salad] is very fun for the palate. Not really an appetizer, but almost a full on dinner, is the Tuna + Avacado Salad. Shiro is known for their dinner salad's dressing [Shiro Salad]. Nobody has been able to figure out what makes this dressing so freekin' good. The Tuna + Avacado Salad is basically a big Shiro Salad, with Tuna sashimi, avacado slices on top with a sprinkling of sesame seeds. It's incredibly delicious. BTW, if you notice the Soft Shell Crab [seasonal] on the Appetizer list, do not hesitate to order it's garlic + buttery crispy goodness. I miss molting season.......
Occasionally I'll order the 1/2 salmon head, to horrify my dinner guests, so for all you food fans out there, you can find some unusual dishes at Shiro sometimes! As for dinner, you really cannot miss on any of the entrees. It's hard to veer off the reservation when you want sushi, but over the years I've sampled the Chilean Sea Bass, Beef Teriyaki, and others I can't remember - all very satisfying in a savory way you'd expect.
And now for the sushi - - over the years I've gone from the rolls to just plain ol' sashimi [just the fish]. I usually order the Sashimi Dinner, and let the sushi chefs throw on whatever looks good - and, by trusting them to decide, you often get the best chunks! I really enjoy the surprise factor - it might be surf clam, or scallop, snapper, or whatever from time to time, in addition to the usual tuna and salmon slices. Shiro's fish is always of the highest quality, and most wonderfully sublime flavor. And, they actually use real Shiso leaf, instead of that lame-ass plastic thing you often see on your plate in lesser establishments. Shiro doesn't mess around.
Shiro is sometimes a quirky place, sometimes super busy - or not, but the food is always ready to rock. It's not your typical cookie-cutter restaurant - Shiro has real character and soul. It's truly one of my all time favorite places to dine in. Try it once, and you'll be hooked.
Really - Shiro is all about fun. The menu not only has sushi and sashimi options, but other fare too - Think of this place as French+Japanese riffs on dishes you've seen before. If you're not in a Sushi frenzy, there are very compelling choices on the menu to be had. Often, I'll usually start out with a few appetizers. A heaping bowl of Edamame, salted to perfection, is a great start. The Wasabi Shumai appetizer is a spicy meaty and hearty treat. The Octopus salad [octopus w/ seaweed salad] is very fun for the palate. Not really an appetizer, but almost a full on dinner, is the Tuna + Avacado Salad. Shiro is known for their dinner salad's dressing [Shiro Salad]. Nobody has been able to figure out what makes this dressing so freekin' good. The Tuna + Avacado Salad is basically a big Shiro Salad, with Tuna sashimi, avacado slices on top with a sprinkling of sesame seeds. It's incredibly delicious. BTW, if you notice the Soft Shell Crab [seasonal] on the Appetizer list, do not hesitate to order it's garlic + buttery crispy goodness. I miss molting season.......
Occasionally I'll order the 1/2 salmon head, to horrify my dinner guests, so for all you food fans out there, you can find some unusual dishes at Shiro sometimes! As for dinner, you really cannot miss on any of the entrees. It's hard to veer off the reservation when you want sushi, but over the years I've sampled the Chilean Sea Bass, Beef Teriyaki, and others I can't remember - all very satisfying in a savory way you'd expect.
And now for the sushi - - over the years I've gone from the rolls to just plain ol' sashimi [just the fish]. I usually order the Sashimi Dinner, and let the sushi chefs throw on whatever looks good - and, by trusting them to decide, you often get the best chunks! I really enjoy the surprise factor - it might be surf clam, or scallop, snapper, or whatever from time to time, in addition to the usual tuna and salmon slices. Shiro's fish is always of the highest quality, and most wonderfully sublime flavor. And, they actually use real Shiso leaf, instead of that lame-ass plastic thing you often see on your plate in lesser establishments. Shiro doesn't mess around.
Shiro is sometimes a quirky place, sometimes super busy - or not, but the food is always ready to rock. It's not your typical cookie-cutter restaurant - Shiro has real character and soul. It's truly one of my all time favorite places to dine in. Try it once, and you'll be hooked.
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