Koto Japanese Restaurant

Had lunch the other day, I was surprised to see it so empty. Had their lunch offerings. Ordered a California roll and Steak Hibachi. Waitress was attentive. Salad was served first, which was unimpressive. Just a few pieces of iceberg lettuce and water downed salad dressing. Before salad was finished the Clear Soup was served. It was warm and tasteless. The California Roll was served but, dry to my liking. Finally, the Steak Hibachi. The steak was cooked to order, medium rare but, was overcooked and tough. The vegetables were tasted dry, while the noodles and rice as bland. Before I left, there was a family having lunch at the Hibachi table.

The worst sushi place I ever been to. Staff unfriendly, inattentive, unwelcoming. The hibachi noodles are horrible looks and tastes like plastic, impossible to eat, fried calamari taste like rubber impossible to eat. The rolls very average nothing special. I would never return to this place neither recommend to anyone.

Food and service are all outstanding. Great lunch specials. Can't go wrong stopping here to eat.

I absolutely love koto. I have lived in Jackson for 19 years and Koto is always my go to. Its delicious, and hibachi portion sizes are giant. I get the steak hibachi, and it's perfectly cooked every time. I have tried several other hibachi places around before in ocean county and no where comes close to beating Koto on their prices, portion sizes, freshness and flavor. It's funny that at other hibachi locations, they make you choose rice or noodle, and soup or salad, but Koto does both for the same price! Same with their sushi, it's fresher, tastes better and is cheaper than other hibachi restaurants around. The staff is always friendly and welcoming and make you laugh when you get the hibachi show. But normally I sit on the quieter side with the no grill tables and it's just peaceful and a great place to go for a quiet but delicious meal. Will forever be a fan.

Great local Hibachi place in Jackson, NJ. Enjoyed the fresh food and entertainment as always. However I wish they would go a little easier on salt! 🧂 Great service funny cook 👨‍🍳 and they have kept the place very clean. We have been going to this place with my sister’s family for many years. And I am sure we will be going back again soon!