Tokyo Express

I’m not even exaggerating when I say is the best sushi I’ve ever had. I order the ‘007 Roll’ (photo) and my husband ordered ‘Waikiki’ and they were both so delicious and different, worth every penny, yet is not an expensive place either. The owner mention they will retire next year so don’t even think about visiting twice and go right now, before is too late (literally)! The only bad thing about here, is that I won’t be able to rate any other Japanese place 5/5

We loved this little sushi restaurant! The owners are a Japanese couple who have been in the states over 30 years, and running this restaurant in Fairbanks for 10 years. The sushi was very good. Generous portions of melt in your mouth tender fish. The rice is perfect... Sweet and just a little bit chewy. We loved the combination of flavors and textures in their "Wow Roll" (pictured below). Highly recommend this place if you are looking for really great sushi and sashimi.

First time here, totally cute comfy and clean atmosphere with class and character. Unexpected for a small strip mall. I ordered to go and had a great small table to wait at while my order was being made. Fresh sushi specials. Family owned restaurant, great vibe. One of Fairbanks’ hidden gems. Could easily dine with a family of 12 and four seats at the sushi bar. Will post about the food soon.

Don't know why it took us so long to try TOKYO EXPRESS, but it is becoming our new favorite sushi place. I have seen a couple good reviews here and there, but we just never thought about it running around town. We were going to try the new Irashai location, but decided to go here instead after Irashai has been disappointing us recently (heard they had new chefs). After we walked in, we were greeted and treated very well. It is a true mom-and-pop establishment. My husband and I are somewhat particular about our food but they really pulled through. Best house sauce for sure on my husband's baby lobster special. It was so big, he could barely it all, which is rare, and the lobster was not overly breaded. I ordered some nigiri, which was good. The tamago was a little too sweet for my taste, but at least it isn't all egg like I have received from other establishments. The shrimp tempura appetizer also came with sweet chili sauce instead of tempura sauce, but it was still good. I'm sure a simple request can be made next time to have different sauce. Overall, we were pretty impressed, and not just by Fairbanks standards. I think we also truly appreciated the personal attention by the owners who do everything in the restaurant. The free watermelon for dessert was sweet and a great touch on a warm summer day. Highly recommend!²