This Valentine's Day my sweetheart scored extra points in his choice of restaurants by picking Suisha Gardens Japanese Restaurant in Niagara Falls as the romantic hotspot for the evening. Perhaps some of you are wondering how raw fish could possibly set the stage for an intimate evening. Well, fortunately the menu was incredibly diverse and I was spared the task of devouring eel while feigning that Valentine's Day come hither look.
The slogain on their business card says "YOUR TABLE IS OUR KITCHEN----the shows great, the food is even better!". That is no exaggeration. Suisha Gardens (suisha means waterwheel in Japanese) practises a teppanyaki style of cooking. Simply put, the skilled chef cooks at an iron grill that is built right into your table.
After drinks were served, everyone placed their orders from the stellar menu. Tony and I decided to share, so that we could sample each other's entrees. We worded a salmon entree and a N.Y. Strip Loin Steak entree. Others at the table had lobster and beef and chicken teriyaki entrees. Our choices came with soup, salad, shrimp, scallops, the main meat course, hibachi vegetables, Japanese rice and dessert. Not bad at all !
Our chef rolled out a cart with all the ingredients for the table of eight. With skills that would put Emeril to shame, he oiled up the grill and began to prepare the food, all the while performing juggling tricks with his spatula and making erupting volcanoes out of onion towers. Pretty fun stuff. I was glad when he didn't start juggling the razor sharp knives he was wielding around with childlike abandon.
Somehow, he timed all eight meals perfectly so that we were all served almost simulateneously within a very short time. This guy was a master. However, even the spectacular food prep display paled compared to the quality and taste of the food. Now, those flavours definitely pushed my romantic buttons! The servers came around frequently and attended to all details in timely manners. I heard not one complain by any one at our table. The Suisha Garden experience was PERFECT!
The decor was cozy and the restaurant was surprisingly spotless, with all the oil and cooking going on in the dining area.
They also have more traditional tables available for all sizes, as well as a bar and different food prep stations throughout the restaurant. The owner greeted us after our dinner and was kind enough to show us the large back room in the restaurant. This was done in typical Japanese style where you sit on the floor and the tables are recessed below that level.
The lounge featured a functioning water wheel, fireplace and comfortable couches to wait for your table and the washrooms were tidy and clean.
If you have not experienced this entertaining dining experience before, you must put it on your bucket list! Gentlemen, if you wish to impress then Suisha Gardens on Lewis Street in Niagara Falls is the place to do it. Suisha Gardens Japanese Restaurant in Niagara Falls is without a doubt, one of the best restaurants I have been to if not the very best.
For more information on Niagara Attractions please visit my article directory by following this link. To see the extensive list of services offered by DiverCities Tours and Niagara Tourist, to ensure you get the most out of your Niagara or Toronto vacation, take a moment to look at the Services list on my blog.
To view Suisha Garden's full menu and price list please visit their site by following Suisha Gardens
*Photos are derived from Suisha Garden website.
The slogain on their business card says "YOUR TABLE IS OUR KITCHEN----the shows great, the food is even better!". That is no exaggeration. Suisha Gardens (suisha means waterwheel in Japanese) practises a teppanyaki style of cooking. Simply put, the skilled chef cooks at an iron grill that is built right into your table.
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| The teppan tables at Suisha Garden Japanese Restuarant in Niagara Falls |
After drinks were served, everyone placed their orders from the stellar menu. Tony and I decided to share, so that we could sample each other's entrees. We worded a salmon entree and a N.Y. Strip Loin Steak entree. Others at the table had lobster and beef and chicken teriyaki entrees. Our choices came with soup, salad, shrimp, scallops, the main meat course, hibachi vegetables, Japanese rice and dessert. Not bad at all !
Our chef rolled out a cart with all the ingredients for the table of eight. With skills that would put Emeril to shame, he oiled up the grill and began to prepare the food, all the while performing juggling tricks with his spatula and making erupting volcanoes out of onion towers. Pretty fun stuff. I was glad when he didn't start juggling the razor sharp knives he was wielding around with childlike abandon.
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| The chef makes a tower of onion rings to resemble a volcano and with a little presto--flames shoot up from the middle |
Somehow, he timed all eight meals perfectly so that we were all served almost simulateneously within a very short time. This guy was a master. However, even the spectacular food prep display paled compared to the quality and taste of the food. Now, those flavours definitely pushed my romantic buttons! The servers came around frequently and attended to all details in timely manners. I heard not one complain by any one at our table. The Suisha Garden experience was PERFECT!
The decor was cozy and the restaurant was surprisingly spotless, with all the oil and cooking going on in the dining area.
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| The lounge area with the waterwheel in the distance |
They also have more traditional tables available for all sizes, as well as a bar and different food prep stations throughout the restaurant. The owner greeted us after our dinner and was kind enough to show us the large back room in the restaurant. This was done in typical Japanese style where you sit on the floor and the tables are recessed below that level.
The lounge featured a functioning water wheel, fireplace and comfortable couches to wait for your table and the washrooms were tidy and clean.
If you have not experienced this entertaining dining experience before, you must put it on your bucket list! Gentlemen, if you wish to impress then Suisha Gardens on Lewis Street in Niagara Falls is the place to do it. Suisha Gardens Japanese Restaurant in Niagara Falls is without a doubt, one of the best restaurants I have been to if not the very best.
For more information on Niagara Attractions please visit my article directory by following this link. To see the extensive list of services offered by DiverCities Tours and Niagara Tourist, to ensure you get the most out of your Niagara or Toronto vacation, take a moment to look at the Services list on my blog.
To view Suisha Garden's full menu and price list please visit their site by following Suisha Gardens
*Photos are derived from Suisha Garden website.
