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Kuroshio
Kuroshio (黒潮) is a fine-dining restaurant in downtown Ann Arbor serving East Asian foods with an emphasis on Japanese cuisine.
At Kuroshio, we pride ourselves not only on serving wholesome foods made from the freshest and best ingredients, but also on presenting elegant, meticulously crafted dishes.
Our restaurant’s name also refers to the Kuroshio current, which hugs the eastern coast of the Asian continent and flows north along Japan’s western coast much in the way in which the Gulf Stream current clings to North America’s eastern coast. The inspiration for many of our dishes originates in the eastern Asian nations through which the Kuroshio current flows. It is the source of most of our seafood as well.
Kuroshio blends and joins the similar and the disparate to create memorable flavors. We look forward to giving you a delightful and memorable dining experience.
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At Kuroshio, we pride ourselves not only on serving wholesome foods made from the freshest and best ingredients, but also on presenting elegant, meticulously crafted dishes.
Our restaurant’s name also refers to the Kuroshio current, which hugs the eastern coast of the Asian continent and flows north along Japan’s western coast much in the way in which the Gulf Stream current clings to North America’s eastern coast. The inspiration for many of our dishes originates in the eastern Asian nations through which the Kuroshio current flows. It is the source of most of our seafood as well.
Kuroshio blends and joins the similar and the disparate to create memorable flavors. We look forward to giving you a delightful and memorable dining experience.
75 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 75 reviews
5 stars
(32)
4 stars
(23)
3 stars
(15)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(39)
- fit for foodies(31)
- romantic(26)
- good for groups(22)
- neighborhood gem(8)
- great for lunch(5)
Kuroshio Reviews List
Review 1 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very tasty and great presentation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very tasty. My group had the salmon, sea bass, lamb, and live lobster. They were all excellent. The portion sizes were enough for each person, and they even had edamame before the meal. The food was also presented with exquisite detail and beauty. I would go again."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delicious - worth the price!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"You won't be disappointed. The the yellowtail carpaccio!!"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, scenic view, special occasion
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Review 3 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Above expectations!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent service creative and delicious food! Highly recommended."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Everything we had was wonderful.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Everything we had was wonderful. It was our second time there and was consistent from our first time. It was a bit pricey, but you get good, fresh ingredients."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 5 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A gem in Ann Arbor! I dined
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A gem in Ann Arbor! I dined here while visiting and enjoyed the food, both raw and cooked very much. I just hope the town supports this place, which might be outside the comfort zone of many Midwesterners."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 6 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We went to Kuroship for the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went to Kuroship for the second time recently - and came away happy as the first time. The sitting was comfortable - not a bit crowded as you would expect from most restaurants on Main St. The ambiance was great - quiet and relaxing, the family can have conversations without raising our voices.
I ordered Ribeye, which is an interesting and delicious take on steak. My wife ordered Duck Ramen and she loved it. Kids have sushis and tempura udons, all of which they enjoyed. Edamame appetizer was a crowd pleaser, while we waited for our food.
The whole family had a good outing - so we collectively gave a thumbs-up!"
I ordered Ribeye, which is an interesting and delicious take on steak. My wife ordered Duck Ramen and she loved it. Kids have sushis and tempura udons, all of which they enjoyed. Edamame appetizer was a crowd pleaser, while we waited for our food.
The whole family had a good outing - so we collectively gave a thumbs-up!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 7 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I like that they brought edamame
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I like that they brought edamame to the table after we received our drinks. Complementary as other restaurants bring bread. We had sushi....it was pretty good. I would not say it was excellent but not bad either. The only cooked dish we ordered was the tempura app and everyone liked that. The space seems like it would be good for large parties which is hard in most sushi restaurants."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
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Review 8 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Perfectly cooked food served
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Perfectly cooked food served in best atmosphere of any Japanese restaurant in town. Hard to beat that."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 9 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Worth a drive to AA - Sushi
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is worth a drive to Ann Arbor. The sushi was excellent. Much better than I would have expected in a college town. A bit pricey but worth it. Hamachi carpaccio is a really great dish. The Miso soup is large, you could share it. The decor and ambiance is so soothing we could have stayed all night. There is a private room for presentations or groups. I will be sure to return to this place. Almost as good as the top spots in Chicago. Arami, Japonais, Mirai etc. They also have alot of non sushi dishes like steak, pork tenderloin, for non sushi eaters. I will try those dishes next time."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This place is wonderful for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This place is wonderful for taking clients, friends, or family. The food is exceptional; the daily lunch special is a great deal."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
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Review 12 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best surprise in Ann Arbor
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The best surprise in Ann Arbor dining! We had an amazing lunch at Kuroshio- the day's special was camera ready, gastronomically pleasing and economical.
Great beer, wine and cocktail selections as well. Can't wait to get there for dinner!"
Great beer, wine and cocktail selections as well. Can't wait to get there for dinner!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall a pleasant experience,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall a pleasant experience, but an incredibly tiny portion of the beef tataki appetizer ($10), and ditto for the side salad (even if $3). Overall entree prices are too expensive, especially since you don't know what you're getting and you're paying for very expensive designer dinnerware. A nice place but it has a long way to go to persuade foodies and diners that it's worthwhile."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Needs to liven up!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Quiet, on a Saturday early evening (7-8pm), 2 months after they opened. Other restaurants in the area were busy that night, and for recently-opened restaurants, they were hopping from the time they opened. Sushi was very good. Soup ok. Hard to make up for empty ambiance. Needs more decor- very minimalist, but not in a hip sense."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2005
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Review 15 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Mediocre food, great table
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Mediocre food, great table decor."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2005
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Review 16 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It's a very new restaurant
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It's a very new restaurant and so they're still trying to work out the kinks, so I would say this will be an interesting place to revisit in about a year-- assuming they are still in business. On the plus-side, the food was good, though there were a couple of slight misfires. The spring roll appetizer was tasty though nothing special. My son had the pork ramen and enjoyed that a lot. I had tuna that was presented in a rose shape atop sushi rice, and while it was good, the tuna was cut too thick for me to eat easily with chopsticks. My wife had a pork tenderloin dish where the pork was very good, but everything else-- vegetables and mashed potatoes-- was an afterthought. And after our cocktails arrived late, there was no time for wine."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
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Review 17 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Spot for a Nicer Sushi Crave
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I agree with the special features selections the review is offering me to select from. Although it wasn't a romantic meal for myself and my cousin, this could have that atmosphere. I also think the back of the restaurant could be turned into a good spot for a group. Not a large group...maybe 20? I just mean not for 50 or similar. The sushi was very good. The King Kong roll is definitely too big for one bite, so be prepared. I do have to mention the chopsticks...they were a stainless very high polished and slippery...be ready. I saw the Ramen being delivered to another table, quite a large bowl. The tempura shrimp must be popular because there were several servings of that coming out on the plates."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 18 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Beautiful new find
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Beautiful decor. This, as yet, undiscovered new restaurant has great potential. They have just received their liquor license which will put them on the map. Has party room/s."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 19 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Very good food, service was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good food, service was slow. It took 10 min to get drinks for 3 people but it did get better. They seemed under staffed for a Saturday night, our poor waitress was very busy with too many tables to handle."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 20 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Respectible and satisfying
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We ate here on Valentine's 2013. They had a 5-course meal which included a very lightly seasoned but satisfying miso, a tasty apple ginger dressed salad, a couple rolls of sushi, a generous filet, and a well rounded delectable dessert. It was fairly priced for the special occasion. We ordered a Firecracker roll as well. All the crab, tuna and lobster etc was fresh. The rolls were spot on and presented clean. The steak was surprisingly good. Not many places can pull off a tender cut of steak in addition to fresh sushi. Their alcohol license had arrived and the list was impressive and growing. I expected a little quicker service from other reviews, but was overall pleased. After a rocky start, things are looking up!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Work to be done
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant is brand new. The owners are new to the whole restaurant business and you can feel it when you dine there. For starters, the prices are entirely too high for what you are getting. $13 for a Spicy shrimp roll? $21 for a Venice roll that is basically all crab meat? I've dined at Nobu in Miami, Waikiki beach, NYC and Atlantis and I'm pretty sure their prices weren't as high..and Nobu is as good as it gets. Aside from the food prices, the service was incredible slow. We ordered 2 cocktails that took about 10 minutes to make. The waitress did not approach our table until we had been there for over 10 minutes. My husband and I ordered the spring rolls and were very happy. Next came our salads..mine was frozen. Sushi was good."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
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Review 22 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
No bar yet.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"The bar wasn't open when we dined. Missed having sake with our meal. Hopefully that will be remedied."
Dined on 01/20/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 23 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Kuroshio stuns with an ultra-modern
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Kuroshio stuns with an ultra-modern, well-lit aesthetic on the inside, centred around bold whites, blacks and a tinge of purple. The food is quite good, though one could say pricey; if you're planning on stuffing yourself full, look elsewhere. The sushi/sashimi plate is excellent, and the dessert tiramisu is delicious. They don't have their liquor license yet, but once they do, the bar is probably one of the sleekest in town to down some Asian fusion cocktails."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2012
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Review 24 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The sushi was amazing and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The sushi was amazing and the service was great"
Dined on 01/25/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
There was a restaurant week
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"There was a restaurant week special and their menu was misleading. From my understanding the dessert was included in the restaurant week price but when we got the bill it was separate. I thoughf it was very misleading and I felt like we were kind of ripped off."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were there for the opening.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were there for the opening. As far as openings go it was very good. It took a while for our food but the atmosphere helped to calm the situation. The owners came out to say hello, and the managers and wait staff made sure we had everything we needed. I will have to go back soon and see how they are doing after being open for a few weeks."
Dined on 12/28/2012
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
They're alright
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went to Kuroshio for restaurant week. Started with the miso soup which was delicious and a large portion too but our entrees were just okay. I think there was nothing special about the vegetable tempura although it was tasty. My friend had a variety of nigiri and a roll that he felt was just alright as well. I would recommend Sushi Town for anyone looking for fresh fish sushi, they never disappoint. Also, I think Kuroshio would benefit from a less sterile looking restaurant. I felt like I could have been eating at any type of cuisine. Overall the service was great but I probably won't go back because it is fairly pricey and the food didn't wow me."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2013
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Review 28 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The ambiance does not seem
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The ambiance does not seem kid-friendly, however, the wait staff were incredibly kind and patient towards our children who accompanied us to dinner."
Dined on 01/21/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 29 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We visited Kuroshio during
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We visited Kuroshio during Ann Arbor's Restaurant Week and had a great time with great food. Once the restaurant gets a liquor license, this will be an excellent date spot or late night hangout."
Dined on 01/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 30 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We went for an earlt dinner,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"We went for an earlt dinner, so it was prety quiet. The place had only been open for a few weeks, and they didn't have a liquor license, which they called to inform me about beforehand. The decor is beautiful, and the food was ok. The service was spotty--either 3 people falling over us or no one was around. For example, it took awhile to get out coats. Would be worthwhile to try again after they settle in a bit."
Dined on 01/21/2013
2012
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Review 31 for Kuroshio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall good experience. Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Overall good experience. Food was a little slow even though not many patrons were there."
Dined on 01/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Kuroshio
Based on the average of (44) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
1 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate