Wonderful Japanese cuisine. An amazingly varied menu. You can get just about anything here. Attentive, helpful staff.

Yes, I've had better sushi in California and Vancouver, but this is pretty top notch.

I am torn with this review. I don't want to pan Bizen, as the food was really quite good. However, it was a formula for a big bill every little step of the way. You want a tiny bowl of rice with that? $3. Chicken skewers? Better order a few extra orders as they are are not going to go... More

Beautiful and authentic Japanese restaurant. The chef and owner Michael Marcusn is dedicated to his craft and his food. He has hand made many of the dishes you eat on besides the dishes that you eat. The type of pottery is Biizen.

I have lived in Japan and THIS place was authentic!

Our 3rd visit here in the past 4 years. Each time adequate, yet overpriced, but this time, just awful. Service was uninterested & borderline rude. Greasy, heavy noodles, overcooked vegetables, and nasty rolls. All served with a heavy dose of attitude. We do not mind spending $200 on lunch, but not with this exceptionally poor quality. Bizen may have been... More

Bizen is not your average Japanese restaurant. The owner takes great care in selecting all the products used and the presentation clearly shows it. We had delicious food, both hot and cold: ultra fresh sushi, light tempura, and an exquisite bento box. The owner is a potter and much of his work decorates the premises. Highly recommend it.

Bizen has a lot of options at different price ranges, and whatever you order, it will be delicious, unique, creative and filling. There are vegan, macrobiotic and gluten free options galore. Very interesting creative rolls both veggie and fish. The last time my husband and I went to Bizen, we are on a tight budget and spent under $50 between... More

As we are locals and like sushi, we go to Bizen a lot. The sushi is very good, along with their dumplings and soups. The fish is fresh, and the green tea is good. i would recommend it for lunch/dinner if in Great Barrington.