My Sumo Sam afternoon
It was my uncle’s birthday and we decided to dine out to celebrate his 82nd year. At the Power Plant Mall, I decided to bring my Tito Udol to Sumo Sam for his birthday lunch. I’m glad I brought him there as the restaurant gives a free ice cream sundae and a birthday song to diners celebrating their birthday, which is standard to most restaurants.
First, the booboos:
- Portions are good for one. Don’t expect large portions per order. Perhaps this is in keeping with the usual Japanese style of food presentation. Nonetheless, the taste more than makes up for it.
- It’s slightly pricey for the average employee. Though not a place you can dine at everyday, it is definitely a place you can go to for special occasions. Worry not, your five-hundred-pesos bill (US$11.36) will still buy you a decent meal, or two.
The yahoos:
- This is the one place where I have tasted the most incredible sushi ever. Really good. I’d do the human wave by myself if I could.
- This is quite contradictory, but the smallness of the portions of some of their menu items is crucial to good food presentation. Note their Spider Roll, it just has to be of the right size to compliment the decorative plate and garnish. The presentation makes it more appetizing. It really worked so well with Sumo Sam. Each dish is truly a work of art.
- The service. The kitchen staff are light on their feet to bring you your food without waiting an eternity. I’ve heard other bloggers have a bad experience with Sumo Sam, but I went there anyway and good for me, I was not disappointed.
- Before ordering I mentioned that we were celebrating my Tito Udol’s 82nd birthday. After we got the bill and started to step away from the table, Lovely (seems to be the manager) stopped us and said they have a surprise for the celebrator. Tito Udol was so happy with the ice cream sundae and thanked Lovely to no end.
See the pictures and get a feel of the place. I hope you go and visit this restaurant too.
This Sumo Sam branch is located at the Power Plant Mall.
Because it was his birthday, we got him the Happy Birthday Noodles (Yes, this is really the name of the dish.) This dish used ramen noodles that were so tender, not soggy. The damage? Only P278.00 (US$6.32) plus 8% service charge.
My new favorite, the Spider Roll. At P228.00 (US$5.18), plus the 8%, this roll contains soft shell crab which is just heavenly. I must admit, I do not eat crab meat because I don’t like the taste, (I usually just say I’m allergic to avoid eating it) but this roll made me change my mind about crab meat. Believe me when I say, it tastes as good as it looks.
Their Tempura Chicken was served hot and crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside. Just the cliche, but really this dish was divine. It came with a Japanese mayo dip. The damage, P195.00 (US$4.43), plus the usual 8%, of course.
Here’s Ms. Lovely, the manager, and my Tito Udol. Thanks for the sundae and the great service that made my uncle very happy on his birthday.
Try Sumo Sam this holiday season. I intend to come back sometime in December for more Spider Rolls.
Comments
Comment from arpee lazaro
Time: November 25, 2007, 6:07 am
to ajay: thanks! i just find it a little too pricey, but then for good food, you do have to pay a little premium.
Comment from Sharline
Time: November 26, 2007, 6:52 am
I love their Crunchy Tuna Roll! 
Comment from arpee lazaro
Time: November 26, 2007, 11:44 am
to sharline:
i did see the crunchy tuna roll. sige i’ll get that the next time.
thanks for visiting the site!
Comment from ajay
Time: November 25, 2007, 5:54 am
Lovely photos Arpee! Yes, I appreciate the fact that Sumo Sam staff really go the extra mile to please their guests…regards