i dont necessarily think playing chris breezy in any restaurant is exactly appropriate but aye it…read moremade me and my girl laugh. 10/10 vibes in a 15/10 ramen spot. excellent customer service and pretty timely with getting out food.

Delicious food! We just picked up beef bowl, loaded fries…read moreand bubble coconut drink with tapioca pearls. Everything is veeery delicious! I asked the lady at the checkout to make my drink not too sweet and she made it IDEAL! Thank you so much!

We were planning to spend our Anniversary weekend in Hickory, so like always, I searched on Yelp…read morefor the best restaurants & reading the reviews on Umi, had my attention! I called & l/m 5 days ahead & the owner clearly states what times are available each day that week since they only have 5 tables. The owner called me back within an hour & confirmed our reservation. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted by the owner & she immediately wished us a Happy Anniversary & had 2 roses in a vase for us to keep. Very romantic & quiet setting. The Bibb salad with the soy & Yuzu dressing was delicious & so fresh! We had the smoked salmon roll, steamed lobster roll & tuna tataki and all were delicious! This husband & wife team restaurant is a hidden gem (it's tucked in a plaza behind a gas station, so at night, it may be easy to miss!). If you're a sushi lover & will be in Hickory, call in advance & make your reservation! We are already looking forward to our next visit in the spring when our daughter's lacrosse team plays LR!

What an experience. Only four tables in the restaurant, but the atmosphere is absolutely relaxing…read moreand romantic. Went here for an anniversary meal and I've never had better sashimi or sushi. You can tell everything is fresh and taste great.

What a shining gem in this Walmart shopping center!…read more The decor and atmosphere make you forget you're in Marion up in the mountains. The coy fish tank and sit up bar with all the little details make you feel like you're in a ramen bar in Japan. I ordered the mocha boba tea and really enjoyed it along side my pork bahn mi, the grilled pork did really well with the crisp pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and toasty French bread. Wasn't a huge fan of the spring roll, they were served Luke warm, I like the vermincili noodles cold. I would like to come back and try the extensive ramen menu, we just weren't in a hot broth mood this time.

Having recently returned to Western North Carolina after living in San Diego for 35 years one of…read morethe things we were prepared to give up was Pho. Well, life in Marion just got a whole lot better! We had dinner at Sakura a couple of weeks ago and have since returned two more times. I had the pho which is a traditional Vietnamese soup. The broth was excellent and the version I got had brisket and eye of round, it was delicious! My wife got the vermicelli and said it was authentic. We also had egg rolls which were also delicious! We haven't tried the Ramen but will eventually get around to it I'm sure. I highly recommend Sakura as the staff is friendly and the food is delicious!

I've been here now multiple times and it has been amazing every time. The red miso ramen is the…read morebest ramen I've had in the area. The owner had come over every single time to say hello and see if we needed anything. The wait staff is awesome. The restaurant is super cute. The food is very affordable, especially for the area. You have to try the soft serve ice cream with boba for dessert!

Decided to Yelp this last minute as We were starving after going on a date to the Lazy 5 Ranch. You…read morecan never go wrong with Asian. I'm obsessed with their food and culture tremendously!! This place received excellent reviews and seemed star worthy, so we went. As soon as we walked in, the young ladies at the front were smiling, friendly and professional. But the food was not what I expected. Some sushi rolls didn't have much of a taste which seemed very odd to me. Then some were really good. Crab rangoons were literally nothing special, so wouldn't get those again. I am not sure if we would return. If we did, I would only try the Ramen next.

I order pretty often from this place through DoorDash or UberEats. It's so consistent and I know…read morethat I'll get a quality meal every time. I highly recommend the pho with brisket, their chicken gyoza, their pho with short rib and beef, chicken vermicelli, and the mamas fried rice with either chicken or garlic prawn.

Stopped by Hello Me Vietnamese and was immediately impressed by the clean, bright welcoming space…read more It offers plenty of seating inside and out, which makes it perfect for a relaxed lunch. Our service was quick and efficient, and I found the prices very reasonable. Now let's talk about the real star of the show the broth absolutely stellar! Rich deep flavor clearly the result of a slow and intentional cook. It's the kind of broth that makes you take a pause between bites just to savor. The sausage (I think pork and maybe beef) in my bowl was another standout! It was deliciously spiced and balanced, adding a satisfying kick without being overpowering. The fillet was a bit underseasoned on its own, but once it mingled with that magical broth that issue faded into the background. . Overall Hello Me delivers comfort, flavor, and value. I'll definitely be back! Oh and the veggie Bahn Mi - spectacular!

This place has been on my radar for a while, but I don't live close (probably a good thing because…read moreI would be here everyday). Saturday afternoon, made plans to stop in and check it out (off peak lunch time -2pm-ish). They were moderately busy... for good reason! Had the Black ramen and it was . Gone in 60 seconds but super flavorful and delicious!! We also had the fried shrimp shu mai with dipping sauce... piping hot and delicious!! Our server was super friendly and took care of us. Actually the entire staff really took care of us and you can tell in the food as well. A lot of love, passion, and great ingredients go into all their entire menu. Location wise, this place is definitely a "sleeper" place just because it's tucked back in Stonecrest across from the movie theater. The dining room is cozy but there are booths and tables.... Small outdoor dining area with a handful of tables too. Overall a great place to get great ramen! Just wished it was closer but again, I would be here daily getting ramen.

My husband and I had a lovely time here! We ordered a bottle of wine, a few appetizers, and two…read moreramen bowls. We will arrive Friday night at 8 PM and there was a full restaurant, but we seated immediately. My only complaint is that it took a minute for our server to come, but I think it's because they only had a few people working. However, they made it up with how fast our order came out and the amazing quality of it all. Not the only that, but also our server, Kevin, was absolutely amazing. My favorite part? The decor and set above the restaurant. It is intimate yet not claustrophobic. You could go for a family dinner or a date night.

Menya seriously exceeded expectations. I wasn't expecting this level of ramen, especially from the…read morevegan option--but wow. The broth had so much depth of flavor, honestly comparable to some I've had in Japan. You can sit at the counter or at a table, but I'd recommend the counter--it was fun watching them prepare everything. Really impressive spot and a great option even if you don't eat pork or beef.

Menya Daruma had a nice atmosphere and the service was friendly, but the food experience was a bit…read moreunderwhelming for us. As vegetarians, we noticed there was only one vegetarian option available, which made the menu feel somewhat limited. The food overall was just okay and lacked the depth of flavor we were expecting, especially considering the hype around ramen spots. The tofu in particular was extremely salty, to the point where it overpowered the rest of the dish. While the presentation was good and the restaurant itself had a cozy vibe, the flavors unfortunately didn't stand out enough for us to want to come back.

Had a really nice dinner here. I easily parked in the shopping center parking lot which had plenty…read moreof space. We got a table for 3 on a Friday night (around 7) without an issue. We split the #4 chewy rice cakes appetizer which was delightful. It was mostly sweet but towards the end of each bite packed a spicy kick. I love the chewy texture of the rice cakes. I had a dolsot bowl for my entree. It was packed with beef, egg, and veggies. It was served hot, in a stone bowl, and was delicious! The restaurant filled up quickly but I don't think there was ever a wait. Service was quick and attentive!

We're so glad we made a stop at Dae Bak Korean Restaurant after coming back into Charlotte from a…read morelong road trip. On a chilly evening, this place was just the cozy spot we needed. We were seated right away, and the staff was super friendly from the start. The food was absolutely fantastic. We tried the bulgogi with rice and a mild sundubu, and the portion sizes were generous. Everything tasted fresh and delicious. We also really enjoyed the little side dishes--especially the kimchi, bean sprouts, and cucumbers. And the kids got a kick out of the steamed egg, which arrived so hot it looked like a little volcano steaming away. All in all, a fantastic spot to unwind and have a great meal--highly recommend

Both locations have slightly different menu's but both are top notch if you're into ramen and other…read moreJapanese related foods. The food quality, restaurant cleanliness and service is very good. Glad to have 2 locations to choose from.

If you like noodles, check this place out. And great on this chilly day…read more Friendly & quick service. Family friendly. And if you've never used chopsticks, fear not, they have these handy chopstick helpers. (See photo) Tried the Shoyou Ramen and Beef Udon. Good portions and tasty but if you want more noodles, you can buy extra

I live on the North side of Charlotte. Tip of it, to be exact. I'm about 15-20 mins away from…read moreBirkdale Village, give or take depending on traffic. I love sushi, & Kung Foo Noodle has some of the best in the area. The Lemon drop roll is my favorite. Since I normally get take out, this time I dined in & to my pleasant surprise, they serve chicken wings. I ordered some of those this go round as well as the rolls. Everything came out fresh, wings steaming hot, sushi super fresh. It was a packed house but the serve was still pretty good given the circumstances. Great food!

I used to come here frequently about 5 years ago but the quality has gone down since then. The…read morequality of the beef in the Lo Mein and the pork in the tonkotsu was not good. The flavor of the broth in the ramen was also not as flavorful as before. Also, my friend asked for a shoyu egg but got a regular boiled egg instead. Otherwise, the place has very cute decor and despite being small has a decent amount of seats including a back area with additional seating. The service was also decent and efficient.