Wondering the same thing. I just applied. Applications are still open but there’s a clause that says you can be denied simply bc the deadline was missed. Figure it’s worth a shot but I’m not holding my breath.

Kumo in Somerville is good. I find it better quality than sushi palace, it’s still within walking distance to yestercades, it’s BYOB, and the all you can eat menu includes kitchen items like hibatchi and tempura dishes