I am a bit late on my ode to Steve Jobs but better late than never. I can now say that the late Steve did have good taste when it comes to Japanese food.

Jin Sho, famous for being reported as Steve's favorite restaurant, delivered oh-so-fresh(!) sushi rolls and sashimi. It is tucked in the quiet, non-pretentious business district in Palo Alto (less posh and collegiate than the University Ave.). The interiors of the restaurant don't have the glitzy, upscale decor that most Japanese restaurants in the city aspire to. At Jin Sho, they are serious about the food.

The service is good- the waiter patiently explained to us the prix fix menu and the sushi roll sets. I say only good not great because we eventually got politely kicked out after 2 hours of dining and gossiping with my dinner partner. Ha! Nevertheless, this is now one of my favorite Japanese restos. The food is THAT good, and the end result didn't burn a whole in my pocket. Less than $30 per person for a shared appetizer and dessert and 2 rolls for my entree, including tip.

agedashi tofu

lobster roll

eel and avocado roll; crunchy shrimp and crab roll (back)