Go Go Sushi and Ramen (Mira Mesa)

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The little space right next to HMart on Mira Mesa Boulevard has changed business owners at least twice since 2012. Since The Mister and I try to have a bit to eat before shopping, we stopped in for quick bites.

IMG_7446The full menu as well as a Specials Board is out front.  The two times we were here, the Specials were the same…IMG_7438IMG_7418IMG_0426The interior has been redone and is not as jarring (when the space was Po and Pho, florescent lights were  almost too bright for my old eyes). Complimentary edamame was served.  A better soy sauce is the only condiment on the table. IMG_7421 For the first visit, The Mister's order came with miso soup (mine didn't) but the nice waitress brought me a complimentary bowl.  That was nice.  It was good; pretty standard.IMG_7425 The Mister ordered the 'Lunch Special' bento box ($6.95 and included a beverage; regular $7.95 without beverage)).  Teriyaki chicken (a more citrus rather than sweet flavor sauce), California roll and tempura vegetable along with rice and salad.  The nicely grilled chicken and sauce was plentiful, the California roll was fresh (warm rice; good) and the tempura was properly fried…salad dressing was tasty. IMG_7433 Because of the hot day, I had decided I wanted a salad and ordered the "Hawaiian Poki" ($9.95)(that's how it is spelled on the menu), which was wonderful.  A good amount of fresh, properly marinated tuna on top of a seaweed salad, topped with crushed macadamia nuts.  This was very satisfying.IMG_7436 We also ordered the mixed tempura side ($4.95) which included two pieces of shrimp as well as broccoli, onion, zucchini and sweet potato all breaded and fried properly.IMG_0430Next visit, I wanted to try the calamari salad ($7.95).  It's listed as an appetizer.  The size was a disappointment.  You can see only five small strips of fried squid and it wasn't really enough for me, much less to be shared. There was plenty of lettuce…but still.. one thing I would not order again. IMG_0428 Many people here during each visit were ordering sushi rolls from the five pages or so of their listings on the menu.  However, the table placard caught our interest.IMG_0437The tonkatsu ramen with a side of tonkatsu. ($7.95 + $2).  The broth was very rich and deeply flavored; the BBQ pork pieces were meaty and moist; I especially liked the egg; the noodles had a nice tooth and this was well made. The side of tonkatsu was fried by the same guy who did the calamari pieces for my salad… too thin, too crispy…

We will have to try more of the menu but, for the most part, we're happy with what we have tried. Here's a link to Mary's post, when she came here just after Go Go opened last July.

Go Go Sushi and Ramen 9430 Mira Mesa Blvd San Diego 92131 (858)530-8600 open 11-9 daily (closes 9:30 on Fri and Sat)