Before I moved to Nashville I had never before tried sushi. For one, we didn't have a sushi place where I came from. For another, the idea of putting raw fish into my mouth was anything but appetizing. However, some friends of mine, who were frequent visitors to a trendy little place downtown called Virago, invited me to try it out. I told them I didn't think I would like it so they persueded me to at least come have a drink with them there.
So I went.....but I didn't try any of the food. I just had a drink. This became sort of a weekly ritual. We would all go sit on the cozy red couches; they would enjoy their sushi and risotto while I enjoyed the newest cocktail. The place has a very cool vibe. It is dimly lit except for the light coming off of the huge screen TV which plays the latest music videos. The music is loud enough to feel, but not so loud you are unable to talk to the people at your table.
This went on for some time until one night, someone at the table talked me into trying a piece of her "Crispy Fire Crunch" roll. SUPPOSEDLY, it did not contain raw fish but cooked fish...yeah yeah! Being in a new place, hanging out with new friends has a way of opening your mind to trying new things, so I decided to give it a try, knowing she was probably lying to me about the fish. Not wanting to look out of place, I picked up my chopsticks, carefully picked up the piece of sushi, and dipped it into the soy sauce. It was DELICIOUS! 
From that point on I have been a HUGE sushi fan. Virago has a variety of rolls that are very delicious. "The Bomb" is another favorite and rumor has it this was a creation of a famous customer, Bon Jovi. They also have some of the best risotto I have ever tried.
If you ever decide to give this place a try please let me know...my friends and I might just join you!
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