My first trip to Miyake's sushi restaurant was a bit nerve-racking because I wasn't sure how much money I needed in order to have a satisfying dinner with my family. However, the food turned out to be excellent for the average sushi eater and well-priced for those on a budget.

For dinner, we ordered a variety of food, including salmon teriyaki, tempura and a variety of rolls. The presentation of the food was fairly simple. Rolls were placed in a round Japanese-style circular tray, while entrées were served on a generic white plate. The food itself tasted delicious. The rolls had plenty of filling, and the portions were very generous.

The waiters did not speak English very well and were unprofessional. However, the delivery of the food was fast. Our food arrived less than ten minutes after ordering.

The atmosphere was fairly chaotic and noisy. Many colleges students filled the tables, and "sake bombs" (an event where the lights shut off, a disco ball comes out and people chant for an individual to down a cup of sake placed in a cup of beer) happened frequently.

The meal was very well-priced for Japanese food. A family of four can eat for less than $50 including tax and tip.

If one is looking for good, fairly cheap Japanese food, Miyake is the perfect place to go. It is located at 140 University Ave. in Palo Alto.