Reviews for Red Lantern Sushi & Asian Kitchen in Long Valley, NJ

Not horrible. But portion size was s bit small. I'm on the fence about recommending.

I hate to give this 4/2022 negative review but it's necessary - please read it. This is a restaurant in serious trouble, if you... read other reviews you can see the themes. First, they are horribly understaffed, and everyone was waiting at least an hour forfood. They have one chef and one service employee working a peak Saturday night shift and they simply cannot keep up with theavalanche of both diners and take out orders. The server was working so hard, I felt bad for her. But one server cannot takeorders, take takeout orders, pack takeout, serve diners, do checks, seat patrons, heat tea, etc. for 15 patrons. Not possible.The restaurant was filled with patrons circling like hungry vultures, waiting an hour-plus for 6 pieces of sushi. Everyone -EVERYONE - was angry, anxious and waiting. Some people had to wait 30 minutes for their check. Second, their menu is out ofdate. It has a sticky note that says things may be 1-2 dollars more. One of our special rolls was advertised at $15, but billedat $19. So it's a guessing game what anything costs because the menu is irrelevant. This is utterly unacceptable. Third, thesushi is simply bad, no way around it. Likely because they are so overwhelmed it sits out on the shelf waiting to be picked uponce prepared and has a chance to get too warm. The sushi was inferior to supermarket sushi, and both my wife and I woke up thenext day with very upset stomachs. We should have gotten Shoprite sushi. The ingredients were poor. The fish was obviously old,the rolls were constructed carelessly, and it made us slightly sick. All in all, the picture we got was of a failing restaurantthat is in serious trouble, and headed for disaster fast. They can't keep up with takeout orders, they can't keep up withdiners, and the quality of their sushi is horrendous. They were working hard, but they need more help and better ingredients. Bygetting more help, they could focus on their food. I wish them the best of luck and hope they succee Read more

I've been a bunch of times before. A little let down this time. But, will try again. Need to turn on the heat though, or I'll... wait until it gets warmer.. ???? Read more

Small family owned restaurants with pleasant decor never disappoints with food and their hospitality. We always have a good... time, especially my daughter who always plays with the owner daughter. Read more

Close to home and open late, I?ve come here for late dinners a few times. It?s tucked away in the villages by Chesapeake Tavern... and the Brew Pub. It?s got a relaxing atmosphere and isn?t too huge. The service is good and the food is decent. I enjoy thegreen tea and gyoza here. Rolls are a bit hit or miss in my experience. Nothing was bad, just nothing to write home about. Ymmv Read more

We had an absolutely amazing dinner! The spicy edamame was a favorite appetizer, and we will absolutely get it again. We tried... several rolls, but I would say the volcano roll was the winner. I can't wait to go back. Read more

I?m assuming they are more known for their warm meals. Do not go for sushi! There quality is worse than most grocery stores. I... couldn?t believe the sashimi was priced at $3.5 to $4 for a piece and it tasted awful. I?ll stick to my old place which is $3for two pieces and much better quality and drive 30 mins their instead of 5mins to this one. Honestly thought this place wasamazing based on the reviews decided to cough up the cash to realize I?ll never go here again at least not for their sushi/sashimi. Read more

They do a great job. Love the staff and the food has always been great. You can get anything from sushi to Pad Thai. The edamame... are always a great way to start off your meal here. So good. Read more