"When we taste-tested and ranked Cheesecake Factory appetizers from worst to best, the Spicy Tuna placed fourth among a whopping 18 contenders. While a few dishes managed to be just a smidge better, we found nothing bad to say about these gorgeously-plated bites of raw ahi tuna on beds of crispy rice, garnished with fresh ginger, green onion, and a drizzle of lightly spicy sauce."
"The topping of onion and ginger adds a crisp freshness that lifts the rich and creamy elements of this appetizer. The beautiful appearance also goes above what you expect from a chain restaurant. Ultimately, the creativity of the Spicy Tuna and its unexpectedly great execution make it a total hidden gem from the Cheesecake Factory. One taste, and you just might start passing up the spinach dip or truffle fries."
"The Spicy Tuna appetizer was part of the Cheesecake Factory's 2025 menu update, and while we had some thoughts (a few of them not as positive) about the featured items, this seafood dish was delicious each time we ordered it. Other food reviewers who tried the updated menu also thought the Spicy Tuna was amazing, with harmonious flavors and a perfect crisp texture on the rice."
The Cheesecake Factory menu contains over 250 made-from-scratch items, with a particularly large appetizer selection. The Spicy Tuna appetizer placed fourth in a ranking of 18 Cheesecake Factory appetizers. The dish consists of raw ahi tuna on beds of crispy rice, garnished with fresh ginger and green onion and drizzled with a lightly spicy sauce. The tuna presents with a sashimi-like, non-fishy freshness that contrasts with the crunchy rice. The onion and ginger add crisp freshness that balances rich, creamy elements. The dish debuted in the 2025 menu update and has been praised for harmonious flavors and crisp rice texture.
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