Once you are seated, a waitress brings a crisp iceberg lettuce salad, topped with a ginger dressing. Each is enough for two bites, and are just enough to hold you until dinner arrives. I had sushi one night as an appetizer. Flavorful and filling. Enough to share with a friend.
Service is attentive, but aloof.
Maybe it's the cultural differences. Reviewers do not notify restaurants in advance of their visits. The newspaper pays for all meals.