Arirang Japanese Bistro, cincinnati

Arirang Japanese Bistro's discerning chefs funnel only the highest quality ingredients into their Japanese entrees, which are composed of seafood and meats airlifted to the eatery daily. Like a lawnmower let loose in a gourmet market, the dexterous teppanyaki chef slashes his blades through lobster tail and filet mignon, which sizzles atop table-centered grills as diners look on. Artfully presented sushi rolls hug pristine morsels of eel or crab, and entrees showcase dish designers' aptitude for searing veggies, poultry, seafood, and USDA Choice cut steaks. Vibrant, crimson walls flaunt three-dimensional swirls and visually pop next to dark vinyl chairs, obsidian brickwork, and dimly lit black holes.