That was damn good. Chirashi bowl was delicious and everything was prepared with great care and…read moreattention to detail. And they're playing all my jams.

This is my third visit to Sho Ga. This time friend and I tried the deep fried dumplings (6 pieces)…read morefor an appetizer. They were hot and delicious, although there was very little shrimp taste to them. For our meal, friend ordered the shrimp Yaki Soba; I ordered the chicken Yaki Soba. There was quite a bit of "sauce" on the noodles and it was too much and too strong for the shrimp. Friend ate the shrimp and left most of the noodles and sauce. My chicken was hearty enough to stand up to the sauce so I enjoyed it. We'll most likely go back but will stay away from the noodle dishes.

My husband and I came here for the second time for a Valentine lunch together. The first time we…read morecame, we accidentally ate before we came and so we had so much food leftover (which is not a bad problem!). So this time, we split the zesty orange chicken and a Philly roll between us for the perfect amount of food for the both of us. The food was delicious too. The orange chicken had the very essential and yummy flavor of an orange! And anything that can get me to eat more veggies (such as this dish) is a win to me. If I had any complaints, I would've wanted more chicken in the dish, since it was made up of mostly noodles. The sushi was good! Maybe not "knock-your-socks-off" good, but we did just go with the basic Philly roll instead of something more exciting. Their menu had some really interesting sounding sushi rolls. I will say though, that the Philly roll was very pretty! Otherwise, our waitress was great and checked up on us. Our food was out pretty fast, and for Globe, I would definitely consider this more of an upscale/still casual place for a date. We'll be back to get more fancy Asian fusion food.

The reason I am giving this place 2 stars today instead of 1 is because our server Lauren saved me…read morefrom having an allergic reaction due to observed cross contamination in the kitchen and told us. We haven't been here in years due to the last time we visited we had a very negative experience. Today was a little better, but not by much. My 6yo and I ordered 3 rolls(california, rainbow and caterpillar) and an appetizer(coconut tempura shrimp). We received 2 rolls before our appetizer, which to me was weird. They all came with wasabi and ginger, and I asked our waitress Loren if I could have some ginger without wasabi as I am mildly allergic. She said no because they use the same hand to serve both so the wasabi is in the ginger. I thought 'that sucks, cross contamination'. When the final roll(caterpillar) came out it had 3 sauces on it; unagi sauce, spicy Mayo and Siracha. I asked her when she came by again if it was supposed to have the spicy ones, she said 'oh yes, the caterpillar comes with all 3'. I had ordered it for my 6yo to eat, the menu has none of the spicy sauces listed in the description, just the unagi sauce. So, buyer beware, not all sauces are listed on the menu and if you have an allergy you might want to eat elsewhere because if there is one cross contamination, there are bound to be others.

Popped into this place for our last meal before leaving AZ and it did not disappoint! We were the…read morefirst people in. When we walked in it had a very fishy smell, so it kind of made us second guess our choice. But we went for it anyhow. The greeter/server was very pleasant and sat us. It was very clean inside with ample space between seat. We browsed through the menu and started with our usual edamame and pot stickers. The edamame was salted well throughout where a lot of places just put the salt on top only. We ordered a couple varieties of sake which were both good. Out of all of the things we ordered the karange skewer was just a little more oily than were use to, but still good. The spicy salmon roll had really great flavor and the lollipop roll was probably one of the better versions that we have had. The musubi was giant to say the least, it was good, but offered a bit too much rice. Overall the food and service was great and we were very happy that we ended up here!

Awesome late night spot, for decent quality Japanese eats, and in the Tempe-Scottsdale area. Zu…read moreIzakaya was a solid post-study dinner spot when I was a student, and this time it definitely held up! We were nearby for a show, and decided to stop in on a Wednesday evening for a late dinner with some friends. They have a good happy hour menu, and my friends ordered off there, but I was craving sushi so I got the nigiri omakase. It came with miso soup, which I enjoyed, definitely hard to go wrong there. The sushi itself was decent, nothing crazy, but definitely better than grocery store quality. The tuna and salmon pieces were a little fishy, maybe not the freshest, but it was also quite late (~10pm) so I wasn't expecting too much. Beautifully presented, and the cuts were quite large which was nice! The food came out pretty fast, and the service was pleasant. The restaurant vibes are pretty dark, and moody. The bathroom was kind of scary personally, super dark and a little messy, so I decided to wait till I got home. Overall, a solid experience, and definitely a good choice if I am in the area.

We came after a day of hockey tournaments. We had a short wait as to be expected on a Saturday…read morenight. It was much quicker than told. Keiko was our waitress and she was wonderful from the very beginning- even giving her recommendations per my husbands request, which he ordered and loved. We had so many great things: the vegetable tempura - very fresh, the sauvy b - great, the toro - 10/10. We will definitely be back!

Not really anything you can do with today's economy and the food tastes low quality for a higher…read moreprice I was disappointed when I read such high reviews... The service was underwhelming nothing bad but not anything that would make me praise it but the place was packed so maybe that was the reason. The Ambiance was the only good thing about the place. Regardless I made my choice and went to this place and didn't leave even when the wait went on longer than I was informed and still bought food and a drink even after seeing the price. To simplify the food was bland the service was blander and the Ambience at least made it a good conversation environment.

Daruma Ramen absolutely blew us away. We started with the cucumber salad and gyoza; the gyoza were…read moreperfectly crispy, packed with flavor, and some of the best we've ever had. For ramen, we ordered the Spicy Tonkotsu and Spicy Miso. Both were rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of heat. The broth was incredible, the noodles were cooked perfectly, and every ingredient tasted fresh and intentional. We've had ramen all over, and this was hands down the best ramen we've ever had. Great food, great flavors, and a meal we'll be thinking about for a long time. We can't wait to come back.

Wow, I love this spot. The inside was clean and inviting, with plenty of seating and shades that…read moremade it feel a little more intimate. Our server was attentive, happy hour was good and everything came out quickly. The cucumber salad was super refreshing and gyoza were yummy with a delicious sauce. We ordered sake bombs, and I absolutely love that they serve them with frosty chilled glasses. We tried two different ramen bowls and both were packed with flavor. The spice levels felt pretty accurate, the eggs were cooked perfectly, the meat was tender, and the noodles had a great texture. Each bowl had its own flavor profile, but both were equally delicious. We also tried the takoyaki (octopus balls). I was already getting full, so I wasn't as excited about them, but my boyfriend described them as a BBQ pancake bite. Overall, this is a great spot for ramen. I did notice the music was all girl bands and no boy bands. Clean restaurant, good service, flavorful food, and a fun atmosphere. I'd definitely come back.

I had the chance to enjoy Shimogamo for a birthday dinner, and it certainly didn't disappoint…read more The restaurant was quite busy, which isn't surprising since I've only heard positive things about it. From the moment we sat down, staff was very attentive, helpful with menu recommendations, and very knowledgeable about all of the options on the menu. I started with an order of their garlic chili edamame, which really hit the spot, though it was spicier than expected. I then ordered their citrus roll, which came recommended by our waiter. The role was fresh, delicious, and refreshing. A perfect recommendation! Overall, a fantastic experience, and one that ensured I will be back for more occasions in the future.

Love this place and their Chandler location as well. Great…read moreSushi and delicious Japanese dishes that taste amazingly fresh and flavorful. The service is great with multiple leather apron clad waiters and waitresses taking care of every dining needs. Water glasses always refilled, food served promptly and dishes cleared as soon as needed. The atmosphere is that of a Japanese restaurant and having visited Japan I actually appreciate the brightly lit dining room and the ambiance.

Love the sushi here! I've tried the tiger roll, rainbow roll, Golden California, and the…read moretraditional California roll and all were delicious! Their teriyaki bowl is really good too. Service was quick and attentive. The restaurant was well setup inside and very clean. Glad to have found a sushi spot that has great quality and service every visit. Highly recommend!

Came in during the week to order sushi for take out. Staff were friendly and provided me a paper…read moremenu. They have the menu on the screens as well. They informed me about the happy hour sushi selections are marked in red. The inside of the restaurant is small and has a couple of tables to eat inside for groups of two or four. You can also eat outside. I placed my order and receive my items in a timely manner, packaged securely and provided plenty of soy sauce and ginger. I ordered the Tootsie Roll and Shrimp Tempura Roll. I would order the Shrimp Tempura Roll again instead of the Tootsie roll. They look the same and almost tasted the same but I enjoyed the shrimp tempura the most.

Osaka Japanese Steakhouse is one of my favorite teppanyaki spots and always delivers a fun,…read moreenergetic, and memorable dining experience. The atmosphere is welcoming for both regular guests and those celebrating special occasions, and it really stands out as a place where dinner turns into an event. What makes it especially enjoyable is how interactive and festive everything feels. Celebrations--especially birthdays--are taken to another level with music, singing, and even traditional Japanese masks, creating a lively and entertaining environment that everyone gets to be part of. On top of the experience, the food is consistently excellent. Everything is cooked fresh right in front of you, with great flavor and quality across the board. If you're looking for a place that combines great teppanyaki-style dining with a fun, high-energy atmosphere, Osaka Japanese Steakhouse is a top-tier choice.

We went here for my brother's birthday dinner and had such a great time. The food was delicious,…read morethe atmosphere was fun and lively, and the staff seemed genuinely happy to be there. There must have been several birthdays being celebrated that night because we heard the birthday song quite a few times . I think my brother really enjoyed himself too, which made the night even better. Just a heads up -- it's definitely a lively, noisy place, so probably not the best choice if you're looking for a quiet dinner. But if you want good food and a fun, energetic atmosphere, this is a great spot.