Genki Sushi in Hong Kong
Feb 9, 2016, 1:29 pm
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Genki Sushi in Hong Kong
I just adore conveyor belt sushi so I thought I'd look for some during my 12 hour stopover in Hong Kong this coming Friday Feb. 12. I think there is a chain called Genki Sushi. I will be coming off the Airport Express at HK to visit Victoria Peak.
Anyone know where the closest Genki Sushi to this locale is? if there are no close by Genki Sushi restaurants are there any other conveyor belt sushi places?
Anyone know where the closest Genki Sushi to this locale is? if there are no close by Genki Sushi restaurants are there any other conveyor belt sushi places?
Feb 9, 2016, 5:39 pm
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Feb 10, 2016, 8:17 am
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There's a Genki Sushi right across the street from the bus terminal at Admiralty Station. From the top of Peak, you can either take a cab to get dropped off at Admiralty Station, or take the Tram down and walk back through HK Garden and down through Pacific Place / Admiralty complex down to Genki Sushi.
However, I will say that Genki Sushi is about the last place I'd consider going to in HK. They're pretty mediocre, and they actually have locations in the US. There's just so much better food to be had in HK than kaiten sushi.
However, I will say that Genki Sushi is about the last place I'd consider going to in HK. They're pretty mediocre, and they actually have locations in the US. There's just so much better food to be had in HK than kaiten sushi.
Feb 10, 2016, 2:32 pm
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Sen ryo is better than genki. Itamae/itacho is far worse. Maybe like Chipotle vs Taco Bell.
I think sen-ryo is the best conveyor belt sushi you can get in HK. Of course if you forfeit the conveyor belt feature there's lots of better stuff...like those on Minden Ave
I think sen-ryo is the best conveyor belt sushi you can get in HK. Of course if you forfeit the conveyor belt feature there's lots of better stuff...like those on Minden Ave
Feb 11, 2016, 1:23 am
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Sorry, but conveyor belt sushi + HK??! If you're keen on having Japanese food during your layover, do yourself a flavor and just head to Inagiku at IFC podium after getting off the AEX. Some of their set lunch menu's aren't that expensive. Added bonus if the weather's nice.
Feb 11, 2016, 1:34 pm
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Itamae/Itacho are places that I will definitely avoid at all costs.
Feb 11, 2016, 2:27 pm
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I think apart from the different preference (Genki has more variation on the sushi whereas Itamae is more plain which I prefer) - whether Genki or Itamae is better depending in which branch (sushi master) IMO. E.g. the Genki in Lam Tin is really really bad, the sushi came with rice that was loose as soon as you took it. Complained and got the sushi with the same problem, that's unacceptable. The Itamae in Taipo SuperCity was like that - really so so quality. My friend said the Genki nearby is 100% better.
Tried Genki in Tokyo, not impressive by the quality (rice was loose and the fish was so so) but I like the price.
Tried Genki in Tokyo, not impressive by the quality (rice was loose and the fish was so so) but I like the price.
Feb 14, 2016, 5:46 pm
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If OP must get convey belt sushi on Hong Kong, my vote goes to sen-ryo at kowloon hotel B2 floor, it's one of their flagship store yet it's quite low traffic. Normally me and my girlfriend would end up 400 HKD per head which is reasonable consider the location and environment. Attentive staff too.
I would avoid itami and itacho at all cost as their quality has fall off the cliff for quite some years. Genki I would have it only if I want a quick lunch.
I would avoid itami and itacho at all cost as their quality has fall off the cliff for quite some years. Genki I would have it only if I want a quick lunch.