Tired of your old routine? Try the new Mononoke Japanese Cuisine and Sushi Bar in Canyon Country. The restaurant offers a wide variety of options certain to please even the most discerning epicurean. Mononoke’s large menu features rolls, sushi, and sashimi, made using only the freshest ingredients.
Mononoke, a Japanese term that means spirit, is an appropriate name for the Japanese spirit that pervades the restaurant and menu. The food is artfully served in traditional bento boxes by the restaurant’s polite and attentive staff. The menu includes Japanese classics such as fried tofu sushi/sashimi, katsu, and teriyaki in addition to California favorites such as spider and rainbow rolls. The juxtaposition of modern and traditional items creates a unique dining experience.
The cleverly named sushi rolls are the hallmark of the menu. If you want an intense burst of flavor, try the 911 Roll, made with spicy tuna, avocado, and jalapeno. Or, if you want a twist on Southern comfort food, sample the Amazing Roll, which incorporates deep fried soft shell crab, salmon, avocado, and tuna into an amazing experience. No matter your sushi preference, you’re sure to be satisfied by the tantalizing flavors of all menu items.
For lunch, try the Lunch Combination, which gives you a choice of three items. With of 168 different meat and fish combinations to create, there is no shortage of delectable pairings. The Lunch Combination also includes soup, salad, and rice at an affordable $8.95. The Sashimi Lunch includes 15 pieces of an array of fish, perfect for eating by yourself or sharing with a friend.
The restaurant is located at 18812 Soledad Canyon Road, next to Edwards Cinema in Canyon Country. Mononoke’s convenient location makes it easy to turn a normal movie night into a memorable night on the town. Mononoke is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for lunch and 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. for dinner. On Friday and Saturday, the restaurant is open from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., making it the perfect late-night spot to bring family, friends, or a date.
At Mononoke, customers are king. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the great food, great people, and great service.
For more information, call 661-424-0089.