Surabaya's 4.9-star sushi: Is it worth the 1-hour wait?

Photos are very Chill, but...

I quickly sat down and scanned the QR code to order. I went through all the recommended dishes:

• Salmon Volcano Bomb[3]：The signature dish, no doubt. Salmon wrapped around sushi rice, topped with plenty of mentaiko sauce. One bite is very rich, it's a foolproof choice.
• Truffle Roll[4]：I liked this one too. The truffle aroma was very strong, and the taste was quite refined.
• Matcha Cheesecake[5]：The best dish of the entire meal was actually this! It's like a dessert shop that got sidetracked by sushi, haha! The matcha flavor was super rich, and it's the kind of not-too-sweet that Asians would love. The texture was dense and silky smooth. You absolutely must order a slice to finish your meal!

Let's get real

Okay, now that I'm done praising, it's time to complain. Although the ambiance and some dishes were on point, there were quite a few"bugs" (issues).

Tips to avoid pitfalls / save money

Finally, for my Girls who are planning to check it out, here are a few key points, experience gained from my own"stepping on landmines":

Overall, it's a place suitable for Nongkrong with friends, taking photos, and celebrating anniversaries. But if you're purely seeking ultimate flavor and value for money, you might need to reconsider~

• 1. Order everything at once! Don't even think about adding more orders later. We waited almost half an hour for additional dishes, we were so hungry we questioned our existence[8].
• 2. Go during off-peak hours! If you don't want to queue, go on a weekday, or simply avoid meal times. Otherwise, waiting for a table is the norm.
• 3. Register as a member! This is the most practical tip. Registering as a HIRO member allows you to directly redeem a 100k voucher[9]. Every bit you can save helps!
• 4. Parking is hit-or-miss. There are very few parking spots in front of the store. You'll mostly have to find a spot on the side of the road[10]. If you're driving there, be mentally prepared.