Misono Sushi and Asian Bistro (Great Japanese food in Blaine MN)
Misono Sushi and Asian Bistro is a great hidden gem in Blaine MN. It’s right next to the Applebee’s in the Pheasant Ridge shopping center off of 35w in Blaine.
Misono is a smaller restaurant that is easy to miss if you don’t know to look for it. It’s a fun, casual restaurant that has lots to offer. If you haven’t experienced foods that have a tempura batter, or experienced sushi, Misono is a great venue to try.
Veggie Tempura. This is a light and flaky fry batter covering vegetables.
If you have ever been to a Benihana, the menu is similar. If you enjoyed the egg-drop soup or the salad at Benihana, you’ll recognize the flavors at Misono. Unlike Benihana, you don’t need to commit to a whole 3-course meal when you order. This is the safer bet if you want to try hibachi food, but don’t know if you’ll like it.
Misono hits a sweet spot when it comes to price and ambience. You won’t feel out of place in a set of jeans and a t-shirt, and you won’t feel overdressed in slacks and a collared shirt. The food is reasonable and there are plenty of low-risk options if you’re afraid that the food might be too new for you. This is the best place to try Sushi for the first time. They have a great variety of veggie-only sushi so that you can try rolls without the raw fish. The other good news is that the sushi is all very reasonably priced, so if you don’t like it, you’re only out $6-$10 for most preparations. That’s about as low-risk as you can get when trying ethnic delicacies.
Vegetable and Avocado sushi rolls. No raw fish to worry about.
The food is top quality, and the cocktails are easily the best in the area. Lucy’s Burgers has a better tap list if you want beers with the buds, but Misono has actual artisan cocktails. There’s an intimate little bar area where you can sip a drink without needing a table.
If you’re looking to try something new in the Blaine MN area, check out Misono.
We’re glad we gave it a shot
-Isaac
