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UBU Theatre Lounge
At UBU, we're taking Asian to the next level. Traditional favorites such as Sushi Rolls share the dining room limelight with flavor-infused creations such as Wasabi Steak and Sake Steamed Mussels. We call it Asian Avant-Garde, and while the flavors and textures are decidedly Japanese, Executive Chef Tomo Mitsuno allows a little Western influence to inspire his kitchen artistry. For Calgarians looking for a taste of something truly different, the experience starts here.
We are recently chosen for "top new eats from 2011" by John Gilchrist. He mentioned "Chef Tomo is the best sushi chef in Calgary, hands down" "best asian restaurant" Please come try and see if we are as good as our reviews. Also, we are constantly getting new sakes in to pair up nicely with chef Tomo's food. Please, come in and ask for Andrew, I'll make sure its an unforgettable evening.
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We are recently chosen for "top new eats from 2011" by John Gilchrist. He mentioned "Chef Tomo is the best sushi chef in Calgary, hands down" "best asian restaurant" Please come try and see if we are as good as our reviews. Also, we are constantly getting new sakes in to pair up nicely with chef Tomo's food. Please, come in and ask for Andrew, I'll make sure its an unforgettable evening.
56 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 56 reviews
5 stars
(10)
4 stars
(28)
3 stars
(13)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(27)
- great for lunch(17)
- romantic(16)
- good for groups(15)
- special occasion(12)
- hot spot(10)
UBU Theatre Lounge Reviews List
Review 1 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Save your cash
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The sushi was sub-par and now i know why i was able to find a booking for the same day at lunch. The restaurant was empty at lunch! Service was good, about the only good thing about this restaurant"
Dined on 5/06/2013
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Review 2 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great spin on traditional sushi
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"There were great choices for differant types of sushi rolls; but I wouldn't truly call it a sushi restaurant, there were many items that were not typical sushi items but were more of japanese infusion; it would be a great place to go an try some very differant items that you could not find anywhere else.
There was not much of an atomosphere as it was not busy at all."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Review 3 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
some of the best sushi I have
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"some of the best sushi I have had since leaving Toronto. The fish was very fresh and the clients loved it big tables lots of room for sharing."
Dined on 19/04/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 4 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Some of the best and most
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Some of the best and most interesting sushi ever."
Dined on 05/04/2013
2007
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Review 5 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service was great. Food was
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service was great.
Food was average but well priced. We were the only table- odd for a Saturday night-I think as this is a downtown spot it is probably popular at lunch. Might try it someday for lunch."
Food was average but well priced. We were the only table- odd for a Saturday night-I think as this is a downtown spot it is probably popular at lunch. Might try it someday for lunch."
Dined on 23/03/2013
2012
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Review 6 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good for business lunch
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food, accommodating servers. Great for a business lunch. We lingered while we discussed work and the staff didn't mind in the least. We got a wonderful treat on the way out!"
Dined on 21/03/2013
2011
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Review 7 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was meh. I came
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was meh. I came for DT dining week and was blown away by the flavours. Tonight nothing. The scallops were cooked til tough. The various rolls we shared were nothing special. Service was very good"
Dined on 15/03/2013
2006
Special Features: romantic
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Review 8 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
One of my favorite places
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of my favorite places Wednesday and Thursday nights - go for the specials and always bring friends and sample many dishes."
Dined on 13/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 9 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just a bit different, once
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Just a bit different, once again, interesting music, good sushi and friendly service. Thanks UBU."
Dined on 13/03/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 10 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I picked this restaurant specifical
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I picked this restaurant specifically because it was listed as a participant in the Big Taste Restaurant Week. The Open Table reservation confirmation for UBU said "... to take advantage of the Big Taste Restaurant Week fixed-price offering, be sure to request the special menu when you arrive". Upon arrival I was told that I would have had to request this at the time of reservation because the kitchen was unable to accomodate these special requests without advance warning. I was disappointed - my advice to the restaurant is don't claim to be part of a promotion like Big Taste Restaurant Week if you can't accomodate your customers."
Dined on 06/03/2013
2011
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Review 11 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The skewered scallops were
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The skewered scallops were cold and the chef only gave me a 20% discount which did not do much to the overall price. I overpaid for my meal and left disappointed. Will not be returning here for sushi here again!"
Dined on 06/03/2013
2012
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Review 12 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The location is convenient
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The location is convenient for business meetings. Although very freindly, the server can be quite interruptive when discussing business and slow with the bill."
Dined on 28/02/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 13 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I chose this place mainly
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I chose this place mainly because all other restaurants were reserved at the time. Service, food, atmosphere was awesome. Also I ordered one dish which they have splitted in half for me and my girlfriend. That was very suprising and I really appreciated the thought behind it as well. In all, that was the first time I gave out 30% tip. I think that kind of explains it all."
Dined on 14/02/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 14 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service was great and appetizers
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was great and appetizers were delicious. Pricey but still had a great time."
Dined on 08/02/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list
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Review 15 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Was disappointed to find that
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Was disappointed to find that they only have two items on special on their 'half off' Thursdays. Regardless, one of the items was delicious and we ordered a bunch of those (crunchy salmon and yam roll?) as well as some other stuff. Initially, the place was empty, but as it got closer to what must have been showtime, a bunch of people showed up. The ambiance was good, but the staff could have been more attentive. Overall: 3/5 stars."
Dined on 07/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 16 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I adored the ambiance, decor,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I adored the ambiance, decor, bar, and friendly service. Ubu is my new favourite place."
Dined on 08/02/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, great for lunch
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Review 17 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
is a great location in the
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"is a great location in the theatre. Server was lovely but did not really explain the special ticket features to us very well. Did not undertand until we got the bill.
Special appetizers were nice, entre lacked appeal and taste. Sorry, not very notable. Probably would not think to come back"
Special appetizers were nice, entre lacked appeal and taste. Sorry, not very notable. Probably would not think to come back"
Dined on 06/02/2013
2009
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 18 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The server was friendly, knowledgab
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The server was friendly, knowledgable and able to suggest items off the menu that was a hit with my group. She seated us right away and was also able to let us know which dishes suited our group of 6 and which might require a second order.
The food was delicious, presented very creatively, and lots of interesting flavors.
The area and ambiance was very nice for a team lunch. It was quiet but lots of conversation happening at different tables."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 19 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was good,service was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was good,service was attentive and timely, servers were casual and friendly but competent and not intrusive. I had tempura shrimp and yam fries - both well done, and my guest enjoyed her sushi rolls. We love the ambience, and it was good to see it busy. There were a number of tables filled even though it was a snowy cold day, and we were seated at a table in the middle of the room by the bar. However, we could still comfortably converse and enjoy our lunch."
Dined on 30/01/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 20 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lobster Corn Dogs are a must
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lobster Corn Dogs are a must have!"
Dined on 24/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 21 for UBU Theatre Lounge
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great Undiscovered Sushi Place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"If you are looking for excellent sushi, this is an excellent choice. Still not well known (but it should be!), so the staff has lots of time to look after you."
Dined on 15/01/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for UBU Theatre Lounge
Based on the average of (35) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate