I have been a fan of Stingray Sushi since moving the the valley over five years ago.
I recently visited the new Scottsdale Quarter location.
The swanky interior is pretty cool. I like the Dijon mustard colored leather they used throughout. At the risk of making fun of myself though...the door is super hard to find.
The bartender, Paige Smith, made me feel a little better when she informed me that a lot of people have a hard time finding the door. Paige is an Ohio transplant, who has a lot of personality and a natural flair for bar-tending. Whenever she graduates, into her life's career path, I'm sure her experiences tending bar will help shape her character.
She made me a marvelous "Sinful Orchid".
It was quite refreshing and had a bit of sweetness, but not too much.
I have tried multiple sushi venues around town. I've had decent, even great food and service, but never has the quality compared to Stingray. In my opinion, Stingray is by far the best sushi in the Valley.
It could be the Hamachi with jalapenos, in particular. It is pretty darn awesome; they call it "Hotty Hamachi".
I will order it at Nobu (the original inspiration for the dish) or at Stingray.
I have tried Hamachi at other places, but one of two things usually happens: either they try to update the dish with some sauce or they do not properly trim the fish. Young, tender yellow-tail must be a little tricky.
Hamachi is actually not a standard fish offering at most sushi restaurants. Though it is appearing on more menus - due to demand.
The original and signature dish of Hamachi with Jalapenos was created by the Chef-Owner of Nobu, Nobu Matsuhisa.
Nobu has brought his signature style to many wonderful creations and this is one of my all-time favorites. It deserves copying - but only if it can be properly executed.
Stingray does it perfect, without trying to improve upon the classic signature dish, they simply nail it!
The new Stingray venue at Scottsdale Quarter is very clean, airy, swanky, and a bit larger than their downtown location.
Scott Piccioni, the GM, is doing a fantastic job!
~ I hope to be back there soon sipping on a Sinful Orchid and savoring some Hotty Hamachi!
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