Pork Belly Ramen
A fan-favorite featuring a light, well-seasoned broth with tender pork belly, topped with a poached egg and wakame.
Vegan-Friendly
Masu Sushi & Robata (Closed)
The vibe
Was an upscale Northeast Japanese spot with real attention to vegetable dishes and an excellent sake program — lost to a kitchen fire and never rebuilt.
Vegan Japanese cuisineDate nightSake loversNortheast Minneapolis dining
Menu highlights: what to order
Customer favorites from 2+ verified Google reviews
Firecracker Roll
A spicy specialty roll with shrimp tempura, tuna, avocado, and cucumber, topped with tempura flakes and sriracha.
Pork Belly Buns
Soft steamed buns filled with thick, tender slices of pork belly, house-made pickles, and savory hoisin sauce.
Veggie Grasshopper Roll
A creative vegan sushi roll that uses crushed wasabi peas and chili sauce for a unique texture and spicy kick.
Avocado Caterpillar Roll
A visually striking roll with thinly sliced avocado draped over cucumber and rice; delicate and highly rated.
Robata-Grilled Shishito Peppers
Blistered over a charcoal robata grill and lightly salted, offering a smoky char unique to the restaurant.
Ginger Duck Gyoza
Pan-fried dumplings described as 'addicting' and 'bursting with flavor,' featuring savory duck and ginger.
Agedashi Tofu
Crunchy on the outside with a creamy interior; often compared to 'tofu tater tots' by regular diners.
For the current full menu and prices, see Masu Sushi & Robata (Closed)'s official site.
Customer reviews
2+ verified Google reviews
JC Hsie
11 months ago
Quick service version of Masu inside a Whole Foods. Limited selection but good food and good prices, particularly for this part of town. Not a bad option to for a drop in lunch if you work nearby or happen to be in the neighborhood.
About
Masu Sushi & Robata closed its Northeast Minneapolis location following a kitchen fire. All Twin Cities locations, including the Bloomington outpost, have closed. The restaurant offered upscale Japanese cuisine with vegetable sushi rolls, robata-grilled vegetables, and an extensive sake menu.
4.0 average from 2 verified Google reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Masu Sushi & Robata (Closed) fully vegan?
Masu Sushi & Robata (Closed) is vegan-friendly, meaning it is not fully vegan but offers clearly marked plant-based dishes. Ask staff to confirm preparation.
What should I order at Masu Sushi & Robata (Closed)?
Popular vegan picks at Masu Sushi & Robata (Closed) include Vegetable Sushi Rolls - Cucumber, avocado, and seasonal rolls were the vegan standouts, Robata-Grilled Vegetables - Charred skewers, the best vegan option on the robata menu, Agedashi Tofu - Silken tofu in dashi broth, crispy and delicate, Sake Pairing - An extensive sake list was a highlight of the experience.
Where is Masu Sushi & Robata (Closed) located?
Masu Sushi & Robata (Closed) is at 330 E Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414, in the Northeast Minneapolis neighborhood.
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