Good sushi
Aomatsu is the only sushi restaurant in the Corvallis-Albany area; fortunately, it's pretty good. I don't care for the raw fish menu items, but my husband and friends tell me they're good. The California rolls (rice, seaweed, crab and avocado) are excellent, and so are the Corvallis rolls (a California roll plus cooked eel).

The tempura is OK, but the only real reason to order it is if a bunch of sushi-loving friends drag you in, and you don't really like sushi.

The only real complaint I have about Aomatsu is that its hours stink. It's open for lunch, then closed from (I think) 2 to 5 p.m. Sometimes we'd like to have a late lunch, or pick up dinner early; it's frustrating that Aomatsu is closed in the afternoon. Also, they are closed Sundays and Mondays.    [02 Jan 2003 18:27:27]

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Recommended Dishes: California Roll, Corvallis Roll

     ­Miranda   

Poor service, good sushi
This is a revision to my earlier review. We had mostly used Aomatsu for take-out, not eat-in. In the last few months, we've eaten at Aomatsu on several occasions.

The service is really poor. Last night, our order was brought in several installments -- first our California rolls, then about 15 minutes later my tempura came, then another 15 minutes later, my husband got the rest of the sushi he had ordered.

This is just an example; it's happened more than once (if it were only once, I would assume they were having a tough night, and let it go).

Some members of the waitstaff are surly, though most of them are very nice.

I assume the reason for the bad service is that Aomatsu is very busy and, apparently, understaffed. That's too bad, but it doesn't make it OK.

I would recommend getting takeout if you're in Corvallis and have a jones for sushi. If you eat in at Aomatsu, be ready for long waits and waitresses who are too stressed to be friendly.    [03 May 2003 23:05:08]

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Recommended Dishes: California rolls, shrimp tempura

     ­Anonymous   

Awesome
Exellent Japanese food and best in Corvallis. Good Selection of food and decent service.    [12 Feb 2005 14:38:35]

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Recommended Dishes: Chicken Katsu

     ­Anonymous   

Very good sushi.    [12 Feb 2005 14:41:11]

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Recommended Dishes: sushi

     ­Anonymous   

Take Out
This place has really yummy food, but the service stinks. It has a beautiful interior, but I would still recommend getting your food to go. As far as cost goes, we got two entrees and some sushi for $25.    [06 Mar 2005 15:01:32]

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Recommended Dishes: noodle soup

     ­Anonymous   

great sushi
I've tried sushi places in many cities and this one is right up there with the Cat Wok in Ashland, Oregon and that place in Kauai.    [06 Feb 2006 19:43:28]

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Recommended Dishes: spider roll!

     ­Anonymous   

THE ONLY THING THAT SMELLS LIKE FISH IS THE SERVICE
If you are lookin' for sushi.. this is about it. But you are in luck, the food is fantastic. The food is presented well and even has 3 or 4 grills for the chefs to twirl and whirl their magic in front of your eyes. If you are not a fan of sushi but got dragged into the fun...there are still ton of choices that will fit your fancy.

The only disappointment is the hit-or-miss w/ the service. Out of 4 times of us being there...we have had good service once. As others have mentioned, you can sometimes get your meal in spirts...lil' there, lil' here. But overall, it was worth it cuz the food was wonderful. This isnt a cafe, so dont expect to be cheap.    [09 Feb 2006 20:24:36]

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Recommended Dishes: California Rolls & Sashimi

     ­Geno & Paige   

Mediocre and overpriced
Best sushi in Corvallis? It's the ONLY sushi in Corvallis.

The service is quite bad. The servers are either not friendly or agonizingly inexperienced, slow and clueless.

As for the sushi. My girlfriend and I have eaten at many quality sushi places all over and this place is just below-average. Then, they charge you as if this food is "the bomb".

I consider a place having good sushi when you must close your eyes and you can't think of anything else except the bite you just took. This is simply not the case with Aomatsu.

Its a shame that the only place in Corvallis rides on the fact that they are the ONLY sushi place in Corvallis. The quality is mediocre and the food is waaaay overpriced for what you get. Did I mention the service is quite bad?

Still, I go here when I'm desperate and there's nowhere else to go in Corvallis and I want some kind of sushi fix.

If you want to be blown-away by quality sushi, I recommend driving west to the coast at Seal Rock or north to Portland with Mio Sushi or Saburo. Or when in California, hit up many places in SF, LA, or Santa Barbara.

Chris    [10 Mar 2006 19:48:54]

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     ­Chris Stebbins   stubbler at gmail dot com

Mean manager
All I have to say is that the food is great, but the guy who runs it is just rude. No matter how much food you order or how polite you are- you just get this death glare from him. It almost makes me not want to eat there, but it's the only place in town!    [30 Oct 2006 21:57:19]

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     ­Anonymous   

Good food, reasonable prices and a great vibe!
As a new resident of Corvallis, I was surprised to find a gem like Aomatsu in a relatively small town. I love the set-up with separate areas for table cooking, sushi and off-the-menu dining. Table cooking is the way to go here, but be sure to make reservations or prepare for a wait...along with the good food, reasonable prices and bustling vibe comes a packed house. If you haven't yet been here, I'd have to say that you're missing out on one of the best dining experiences in town.    [17 Mar 2007 16:48:41]

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     ­Anonymous