“SAKE SAKE SAKE, BOMB BOMB BOMB.”
My friends and I shout as we bang our fists against the granite counter tops of the Sushi Confidential outdoor bar.
Our sake bombs are lined up. A small white ceramic shot glass rests atop two slightly separated chopsticks. The chopsticks lay across a tall glass half filled with traditional flavored Sapporo.
The banging on the granite does not allow for much shaking, but the ceramic glass falls through the chopsticks into the glass anyway.
A kerplunk sound emerges as the ceramic glass falls into the Sapporo, and a small amount escapes over the rim of the cup onto the counter as the race begins.
If you are unfamiliar with sake bombs, the normal rate of consumption is a chugging pace. Normally chugging beer is an unpleasant experience, but the sake kills the hops in the beer making it a smooth ride.
I assume sake bombs are named so because of the quick nature of consumption.
As depicted in movies and television shows, when the trigger on a bomb is pulled, those in the immediate area usually flee for safety. I take this at face-value for sake bombs, drop in the sake and consider it a bomb.
Sushi Confidential is my go-to spot.
Happy hour is from 3-6 p.m. on weekdays and weekends, as well as 10 p.m. until closing 12 a.m. on weekends. Sake bombs are $3 each and come in a variety of flavors: apple, pear and traditional.
Well drinks, wine and large bottles of sake are also available for $5. Large varieties of food are also available for cheap prices.
Normally I am usually a large fan of sushi, but personally, I stick to the basics when it comes to food during happy hour. At only $5, California rolls are my staple. Occasionally I’ll extend my reach to Philadelphia rolls, which cost $7.50.
If you are ever feeling a little adventurous, the poke tacos are quite impressive. At only $4 for one taco, I’d consider that a steal.
Regardless of the incredible prices, I would not say I consider the food particularly amazing.
The sushi is what you would expect at a price range below $10.
The rolls are small, not filled with much fish or filler, and avocado or celery as you might expect.
Nonetheless, I would definitely recommend Sushi Confidential, especially during happy hour.
Prices are almost unbeatable, especially on a college budget and you will most definitely get your money’s worth, whether in regard to food or drinks.
After this, feel free to chug a sake bomb or gobble some sushi. Afterward, it’s hard to keep too much confidential after a night at Sushi Confidential.
