Kanpai 2

Well, what can I say? I am not a hard person to please, but I had expected a little more from this place. I usually go to the location on Johnny Mercer Blvd. I ordered two steak/​shrimp combos and two drinks priced at a little over $ 30.00. First, the server didn’t ask how I wanted my steak cooked and I didn’t realize it until we received our food and left that it was cooked medium well. At other places they always ask (maybe this was a dead giveaway that it was precooked before we even ordered). In fact, both the shrimp and steak appeared to have been cooked ahead of our ordering. The vegetables were overcooked. The side salad looked like someone grabbed a handful of lettuce and placed it in the to go container. The ginger dressing was a day old — trust me it may seem ridiculous, but fresh ginger dressing makes a whole lot difference. And before we left, I had to ask for teriyaki sauce for my steak. I have not had to ask for this at the location on Johnny Mercer Blvd — they always had it in my bag, whether I asked or not. Then, I was handed only one teriyaki. I asked if I could have another. Even after asking for another teriyaki sauce, the lady asked me «how many.» Geez, you would think that after spending $ 30.00 you wouldn’t have to ask for sauce to go. I wasn’t looking for royal treatment, but at least act like you care. The people that worked there were okay. Just not as nice as the other Kanpai location and Hirano’s. I have never been to a Japanese restaurant that I didn’t like, but this time, I will say that this has been my first experience of being disappointed. They are kind of nonchalant in there. They don’t go out of their way for you. They do just enough — and that’s it. I have worked as a server before and it isn’t an easy job dealing with the public. But, those servers could use a good lesson in hospitality. The other Kanpai and Hirano’s are more accommodating. I will say, that I will never come back. I wish that I hadn’t tipped them at all. I didn’t enjoy most of my food at all. The sweet tea and mushroom soup were okay. Who ever reads this, I hope that your experience is better than mine was.

Kanpai san,
We lived in Japan for a few years, so I can say that I know delicious Japanese food. We ate here this evening and I must say, the restaurant was an American size Japanese Restaurant but simple like most Restaurants in Japan! We’ve tried a few Japanese Restaurants in Savannah and even ate at some sushi place that I heard was the best, but I have to say this one is the Best we’ve tried yet!
Of course it would be nice to see yakisoba, tako yaki, inari, butter fish, and okonomiyaki added to your menu, but hey I’m just glad we found you!
To me the appearance of a dish isn’t that important, but the taste and freshness is what really matters. The food was really pretty good! I commend you for a pleasant and great staff in your restaurant! We’ll be back with our kids next time!
Would have been cool if ya’ll yelled out, «Irrashaimase!» when we entered like they do in Japan.
どうもありがとうございます
Thank you so much!

Just tried Kanpai 2 for the first time today and this place is pretty legit! I’m an avid sushi eater and live in Atlanta but travel to Savannah for work regularly and have a new spot. I ordered a lunch special sashimi bowl on rice (chariachi…sp?) and it blew me away. Very simple but excellent quality of fish (12 total pieces with 3 each of salmon tuna snapper and yellow) and medium-​large cuts. For $ 15.00 it’s hard to beat. Rice had very good flavor as well. Don’t go for the ambiance and service was a little off (I finished my sushi before I got my soup and salad) but the sashimi was very very good quality, as good as anything you’ll get at a high end sushi house, probably actually better than most. Give it a shot if your considering it. Would have gotten 5 stars if service had been on point.

I just moved to Chatham, and I got exited I found a sushi place with good reviews…
I ordered the chicken with curry and a roll… for delivery and when I tried my chicken, was so chewy, my rolls were not bad at all but they came all over the place, missing some pieces. I don’t blame the restaurant but maybe the delivery person does not know how to handle the food… but why is the chicken so chewy ??

Went today for lunch after several previous visits. I ordered the lunch sashimi and the hamachi kama. The sashimi slices were smaller then usual and some were cut awkwardly. The hamachi kama was a large one and unfortunately was undercooked. I didn’t bring up any complaints because I just took it home and planned on baking it to cook it in full. Decent prices and a nice spot for lunch. Server was also very attentive.