We have eaten here frequently since it opened (actually ate there for their grand opening). Â But, we only go for the sushi, not the "Hana" show. Â So, I'm always disappointed when I can't get a seat at the sushi bar, which only has about 8 seats (it only had 4 when it first opened). Â I have to say the sushi is generally very good. Â Not the same as San Fran or L.A., but of pretty high quality. Â One of my favorites is Uni and, believe me, you can tell when it has been around a little too long. Â They also do a lot of nice rolls, like the spicy tuna roll and the Dragon roll (cooked eel)--very tasty. Â They also will happily make you chef specials that they think you will like.
The wait staff is usually very friendly and attentive. Â But sometimes they get very busy on weekends and service can lag a little.
On weekends, there are always large groups at the 4 Hana tables where the chefs put on a good show. Â Lots of birthday parties usually. Â Everyone seems to enjoy it and has a good time. Â From what I see, not much food left after folks leave.
If you are looking for fresh sushi with nice staff and no pretensions, this is a good place to go. Â Hard to believe it is in Gloucester.
Wanting Sushi tonight I started to look around Yelp, and Hana's was without a review; so here it comes.
Walking into the restaurant I was surprised no one had reviewed it yet. Â The restaurant was full, and there was only room at the sushi bar, which was fine for me. Â The majority of the restaurant in the novelty of cook at your table type restaurant, and I will not review that. Â I had sushi and nigri. Â The only reason for giving the restaurant three stars is the miso soup which I found mediocre. Â For the rest the two roles I had were good: The Hana's role was very different, good, but I am not sure if I would take it a second time. Â I try eel in every sushi place and this one was great. Â Their nigri had copious amounts of fresh fish which was wonderful. Â Again the sushi bar is worth 4 stars were in not for the miso soup.