Sushi Review (Gilbert, AZ region)

In my opinion sushi takes the cake when it comes to a dining experience. Between the green wasabi, rainbowed strips of raw fish, and shots of sake, it is worth every cent. But, there are always exceptions to the rule.
For instance, I've had to settle with the fact that Arizona sized portions of sake are very small (due to the strict drinking laws around here). A bottle of sake is 6 to 8oz. This is the largest! There is nothing I can do about this, but alongside crappy service, and tiny sushi rolls... the points definitely go down a few in my book. I like the fish to be so fresh it melts in my mouth, and a good variety of new rolls to try is also a plus. I have eaten at many a sushi places, so if nothing grabs my attention I probably won't be back. Since in Arizona (one month and a week today) I have been to four sushi places in the Gilbert region (15-20 minutes east of Phoenix), and would like to grace you with my expertise.

I have lots more to try, so keep checking back for my subjective, yet seasoned opinion.

1. The Blue Wasabi- Needless to say, the wasabi's blue color is their trademark. It is open late,
has a good vybe, good menu, and great service. Definitely recommend the Dirt Sanchez roll.
- located in Gilbert's Santan Village Mall.
2. Sushiya- Flashing Christmas lights which hung from the window are actually what grabbed our attention, as we were aimlessly looking for another sushi place. Turns out, like the flashing lights, it was nothing new or grandiose. Definitely recommend for the happy hours though. We missed this, but need to go back for the bottle of sake and edamame for only a buck! The tables are equipped with a slideshow menu of rolls, which is pretty cool for visualizing.
2531 S. Gilbert Rd. #109, Gilbert, AZ
3. Way Sushi- A pretty good sushi restaurant. Recommend this place for a weeknight where you just want friendly service and a more quiet atmosphere.
- 2512 S. Val Vista Dr. Gilbert, AZ
4. Sushi Ave- We heard good things about it, but our experience was a 6 oz bottle of sake (only 2 shots each), horrible service, not much of an atmosphere, and tiny rolls.
-located off of Higley Rd and Guadalupe in Gilbert.