OPPs!! I made a wrong turn and ended up at the wrong Sushi place. I was so used to coming here that…read moreI automatically pulled in. We were actually supposed to try my girlfriend's favorite place. I guess next time we'll try her place. This has been the go place for the past couple of years for my girlfriend and I. She lives around the corner so this place is so convenient. They have ample parking as they share a lot with others in the strip mall. If you're lucky you can even get a parking space in-front. We've been lucky once and it was nice. Usually we park down a row. Their hours from 11:30am -8 pm. We usually get there at 11:30am to beat the crowd. Today we arrived around 1pm and we just hit the take out frenzy time. I can't believe how many take out orders they had. They just kept coming. Someone even ordered their hot food tray. The people kept streaming in to pick up their orders. Actual in restaurant guest were down to 3 tables. There had to be around 8 to go orders during the time we were there. It could be due to the storms that were on and off all day. I can't blame people for not wanting to come out. At one time it was pouring buckets. Not just a drizzle or hard rain it was coming down like a garden hose was turned on high. To our happy surprise you can get their lunch special Bento Boxes on the weekend. That was a surprise as most places don't offer their lunch specials on the weekends. The lunch specials are offered from 11:30am-3;30pm. The Bento Box is $15.50 (4-11-26) served with rice, salad and sunomono for dine in only. You can pick any two from a long list of options and unlike some places the Salmon isn't an up charge. I got the Chicken Teriyaki and miso asparagus. The asparagus is blanched and served with a miso based sauce. I find both very tasty. My girlfriend got the Chicken Teriyaki and Sesame Chicken. The Sesame Chicken is battered and fried and topped with the same teriyaki glaze that the chicken Teriyaki is topped with. I tried her Sesame Chicken and it was very good, but I prefer not eating fried foods. The other dish that I really like is the agedashi tofu. That's crispy battered tofu. So tasty. I'm glad we came here for lunch today. It was extremely tasty and just the right amount to fill our tummies and with enough food to take home for a snack later. If you haven't tried Banzai Sushi you should and come for the lunch special. It's the best deal around town.

I went to Banzai Sushi last night and left before even being seated due to the unacceptable manner…read morein which I was harangued about whether my service dog is truly a service dog. I have lived in the neighborhood for ten years now and have been to Banzai about a dozen times in that period. I am a disabled veteran, and after years of waiting, I finally got a VA-sponsored service dog 4.5 months ago to help me just function and navigate socially in life after having gone through some extremely traumatic events while serving and shedding blood for my country. My dog (an English cream golden) received five months of expert training followed by me undergoing five weeks of daily handler training with Northwest Battle Buddies (https://northwestbattlebuddies.org/) in Battleground, WA. We trained daily in stores, malls, restaurants, the light rail, and even through the TSA lines at PDX. I brought my dog home to Sacramento almost five months ago. He goes with me everywhere. I am with him at the Greenhaven Grocery Outlet or the croissant place next store nearly every day always walking by Banazai in the process. He is always vested, wearing his official Front Street shelter-issued Sacramento service-dog tag, and under leash control at my left side. He has never caused a disturbance or had any accidents. In restaurants, he just lays at my feet and goes to sleep. If you weren't looking, you wouldn't even know he was there. I've taken him to several dozen restaurants and never had an issue until Banzai staff confronted me last night. I did not expect that my local sushi place would look down on that, question whether my clearly identified service dog was a legitimate service dog, and violate ADA law repeatedly in the process. I get many people exploit the system claiming their pets or ESAs are service animals. Nobody hates that more than legitimate service dog handlers. But that does not give you the right to presume everybody is doing so and violate ADA law. When my wife, my service dog, and I arrived at Banzai yesterday evening one of your staff members asked to see some sort of certificate proving he is a service dog. Despite the fact that no such standardized certificate exists; you are not allowed to ask that question...nor is a service animal required to be vested or visually marked in any way as being a service dog. Still, mine always is. I showed you his vest and Sacramento city-issued service dog tag to you. That was still apparently not enough for you, as you made some snarky comment about how service dogs "usually are." You gave us a table but continued to comment that you were somehow justified in your grilling of even claiming what we need to read the fine print of the ADA laws. There is no "fine print" (you made that up). I tried to explain to you calmly and politely that your interpretation of the law was not based on reality. I was met with a "I'm sorry you feel that way" condescending platitude. I explained that this had nothing to do me feeling any sort of way, but rather, from the spoken words out of your mouth. By this point, I had no desire to be a continuing patron of Banzai Sushi and providing revenue to a place with such disrespect and unwarranted skepticism of disabled veterans and the service dogs which allow them to function in society. BTW, There are only two questions you can ask a person presenting what they claim is a service dog: 1) Is the dog a service animal required because of a disability? 2) What work or task has the dog been trained to perform? That's it. No demanding of non-existent certificates or fabricating your own unlearned criteria of what a service dog is and does. Furthermore, there are only two instances where you can deny or revoke a service dogs presence in your establishment: * The dog is not housebroken. * The dog is out of control, and the person cannot get the dog under control. Neither of those was or has ever been a problem with my well-trained service dog. It would probably be good for your staff to familiarize themselves with the law without fabricating "fine print" clauses. Here is a good place to start: https://www.ada.gov/topics/service-animals/

Kado Asian Fusion has been on my list to try for a while. I've been following them on social media…read moreand have read the reviews on Yelp and was so excited to finally try it out. The restaurant is super cute and has indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating is covered and shaded which is perfect for warmer Sacramento months. They have a variety of menu items including a build your own bowl opton, tacos, nachos,sandwiches, loaded fries, musubi and an udon special. I ended up ordering the Umami Udon with special chicken as my protein ($13.50), a Build Your Own Bowl with fried rice, katsu chicken, the triple katsu sauce, and stir fried veggies with "The Works" ($16.50), and Musubi ($8.75). The staff was super friendly and helped me make some decisions for my order and recommended the umami udon special, which I'm so happy about. The food was made fresh and took a little bit, but was packed with care and was nice and hot. I took it home to enjoy and the food was still hot and the portion sizes were really generous. The Umami Udon was amazing, it had perfectly cooked udon noodles that had a great chew in a creamy teriyaki sauce with smokey bacon, mushrooms, onions and garlic. It was a great mix of sweet and savory and lived up to it's umami name. I would order this again and again, it was so good. The Build Your Own bowl was also delicious and I can see why the chicken katsu is a customer favorite. The veggies were fresh and the fried rice was really flavorful. The Spam Musubi had thick slices of spam with a nice marinade and came with sauces for dipping. I'll definitely be back again soon, and while I want to explore more of the menu the umami udon is happening again!

My husband had driven by Kado Asian Fusion a few times since it's close to his work so we decided…read moreto check it out for dinner last week. Kado Asian Fusion is located on Broadway and cater to the lunch/dinner crowds. They are open from 12-8pm every day except Sundays. The inside was clean and had a decent amount of tables. We ordered at the counter and then sat at a table while we waited for our food to go. They offer bowls, tacos, nachos, rolls and sandwiches! I don't always know what to order at new places - so I liked that they had signs for specials as well as "favorites." We ordered the Rice with Teriyaki Chicken, Oliver's Favorite which was Spam Musubi and Spam and Bacon Fried Rice and Mom and Dad's Forbidden Feast. Everything looked and tasted really good! Obviously, it would have been much better had we actually eaten in the restaurant, but still no complaints once we got it home. Spam Musubi is one of my favorite things to eat so I could have downed like 5 of them! Portions were huge too - they even have a 100 year old teriyaki recipe! Overall, I would definitely come back and try other items! Staff were also very friendly, personable and gave great recommendations! Check them out!

This place surprised me! I wasn't sure what I was going to get initially from seeing the main menu…read morebut then got to the restaurant and saw they had another backside full of roll. I got the Sactown roll and my friend got the Firecracker roll. Both were delicious! The main star I would say however were the deep fried lobster balls! The sauce they include with went perfectly as well, I would want to order to again next time I come. I also liked the vibe of the restaurant. Very authentic with the sushi bar right in-front of you and the chefs working away to make each roll. The workers were also super nice and very attentive.

Celebrated my sister's bday last night here. 3 tables seating 10 each. Service was impeccable and…read morethe food was amazing. We all started with apps: Truffle Hamachi Crudo, Lobster Tempura Balls, and their House Salad. All very good. No leftovers there. For the entree, I ordered their Dragon Roll: Shrimp tempura, crab mix, topped with avocado, unagi, spicy mayo sauce, unagi sauce, sesame, scallions and their Rainbow Roll: Crab mix, cucumber, avocado, topped with albacore, tuna, salmon, escolar, hamachi, unagi sauce, spicy mayo, and shared their Beef Ribeye Steak: Grilled 12oz ribeye, shishito peppers, asparagus, and teriyaki sauce. I could not eat it all, but brought it home and am having a great lunch from it as I write this. Excellent presentation and flavors! Their outdoor seating is beautiful. I highly recommend this place. Parking gets tight, but it's okay to walk a bit, right?

*** Vegetarian Review ***…read more Would I come back? Yes, friendly service. They can accommodate their broths for vegetarians. If you can handle it, always ask for a medium spice level. Tips for first-timers: 1) Plenty of free parking 2) They accept reservations The Food: Vegetable Tempura ($18.95, Grade A): I like how they cut the vegetables--not too chunky. There is nothing worse than a chunky carrot that isn't cooked to its core. The tempura batter doesn't pull off when you bite into it, and it isn't oily at all. Yasai Ramen ($17.95, Grade A): Asked for a water broth to make this safe and vegetarian-friendly. You would think it would be tasteless, but it was surprisingly packed with flavor. The medium spice level definitely helped, but even for people sensitive to heat, this would be a tasty dish. It says water-based, but it still has a deep, eye-appealing dark color. The noodles have a great bite. Not overly mushy. And they stay that way for the entire meal. Broccoli, zucchini, bean sprouts, wood ear mushrooms, and cabbage. The cubed tofu is fresh and wasn't spoiled which often happens with tofu in restaurants that a lot of people don't order daily. Jungle Roll ($14.95, Grade A): Avocado and cucumber, topped with a seaweed salad. Most Japanese restaurants fail to understand that vegetarians also want a fun roll! We asked if they could include a vegetable tempura inside the roll so there would be a good textural component, and added a drizzle of teriyaki and spicy mayo. Good news--they were able to do it, though having to check with the sushi bar is always an adventure ($1 extra for each request). Sidenote: Why do all Japanese restaurants need to ask the sushi bar? One-hundred percent of the time, we eagerly have to wait for the sushi court to give a "rolling." (Ruling if that was too vague). The rolls are made fresh and many meat-based rolls include a tempura element rolled inside. I could understand if we're asking to deep fry the roll, but just adding a tempura and a drizzled sauce? Ok, hopping off my soapbox. Bottom Line We've been coming to this place on and off for over ten years. It's been at least 2 years since our last visit, and there are some noticeable changes. Portions are smaller; the ramen bowls used to be the size of a food challenge. The restaurant itself is looking older and not quite as cared for, but the flavors remain excellent and the friendly, attentive service is completely unchanged.

My friends had lunch there and the party of five asked for separate checks. One person paid with a…read morecredit card and the rest in cash. My friend watched the waitress stack the 5 trays and left to process payment. Waitress returned and told them she was missing one payment. The party insisted that they all paid. The manager came to the table and told them they had to pay before they leave. Again, the party insisted they all paid. One of the ladies asked,"Are you saying that we're lying? There's security cameras in this room. Go review the footage and you can see the proof that we all paid and the waitress took the trays." Apparently the security cameras weren't functioning as he wouldn't look at the footage. The manager wanted to charge the missing payment to the person who used a charge card for her payment and the group told him that was not acceptable. The dispute went on for 30 minutes and customers at a near by table kept turning around and looking at us. The manager stepped away again and returned shortly with the missing payment saying that he found it under the cash register! There was no true apology, no effort to compensate the group for the embarrassing behavior and accusations. Clearly it was the waitress' mistake and she didn't apologize to the group. This is unacceptable behavior from the manager. Knowing this happened yesterday, I will no longer dine at Akebono. Very poor customer service.

If you're craving authentic ramen in Sacramento, let me put you on to this gem…read more I went to Ramen House Tenjin on a Saturday around midday usually peak time and we were seated right away. No long wait, no chaos. Even better, I arrived before my friend, and they kindly let me sit at the table and wait for her comfortably. That level of hospitality immediately stood out. Now let's talk about the menu because they truly cater to everyone: * Plenty of vegetarian options * Chicken broth ramen for those who prefer it * Rich, flavorful pork broth ramen for traditional ramen lovers It's refreshing to see a ramen spot that offers variety without compromising on authenticity. And the broth... wow. That first spoonful of warm ramen broth feels like a hug. It's rich, deeply savory, and perfectly balanced not too salty, not too heavy. The kind of warmth that fills your soul and makes you slow down and savor every bite. You can taste the care and time that goes into it. The noodles were cooked perfectly springy, fresh, and satisfying and the toppings were generous and high quality. We also ordered the chicken pancakes, and they were such a pleasant surprise! Crispy on the outside, tender inside, and packed with flavor. They paired beautifully with the ramen and made the meal feel complete. The customer service was friendly and welcoming throughout. Our food came out fast (which is impressive on a busy Saturday), and the staff was attentive without hovering. Everything felt smooth and efficient. Overall, the vibe is cozy, comforting, and inviting perfect for: * A casual lunch * A ramen date * Catching up with friends * Or just treating yourself Between the quick seating, thoughtful service, diverse options, and that soul-warming broth, Ramen House Tenjin absolutely delivers. Sacramento foodies this one deserves a spot on your list. 10/10. I'll definitely be back for that broth.

I was actually very disappointed in the flavors. The kimchi was very soupy and had a distinct taste…read morethat wasn't appealing; I barely ate it. The Wakame salad was good, but very wet. The pancake, again, had a very distinct flavor that was not of my liking; I barely ate it. The ramen had a more tomato flavor than a miso/spicy flavor; did not like the broth but ate the vegetables. Waiter was good. But the food came out at different times. So I almost finished my food before one of my other guests.

Karai Sushi has become my favorite restaurant to order from lately. However, last weekend there was…read morean issue with my order so I reached out to discuss the matter. I was referred to the owner Vinh who handled the situation with such care and understanding. He was extremely apologetic and offered to take care of the bill along with another generous offer. I was blown away by his generosity and consideration in wanting to make things right. I've always appreciated the fresh sushi, reasonable prices, & hospitality, but getting to interact with the owner and having that great of an experience really sealed the deal. Thank you again for excellent service. Please do yourself a favor and check out this wonderful restaurant. They will not disappoint! I typically order takeout but their dining room is very nice, clean and inviting. I would love to dine in next time.

My brother and I went to check this place out for the first time and it did not disappoint. Their…read moreservice was excellent! Their food was soooo delicious . Their space was cozy . They have gain a new loyal customer. Although we live in Elk Grove, itll be worth the drive for their Crispy Rice spicy Tuna appetizer, crunchy soft shell crab, and my favorite: their Wagyu Beef sushi roll. We ordered 4 rolls, 2 appetizers, and miso soups. we understood our order was large so took time to make and bc of the little wait, they complimented us with Uber ice-cream ... omgggg so delicious. Will definitely come back and bring other people.

We decided to try one of their premium, crowd-pleasing options: the Elk Grove Roll. Yes, it is a…read more$28 roll, but it is absolutely massive. We also ordered a Large Sashimi, a Sake Sashimi and a Touch Roll. Our bill was $140 for three people. While the fish itself is incredibly fresh, the Elk Grove Roll is loaded with savory sauces, shrimp tempura, and seared BBQ albacore. Because it is heavily dressed and features cooked elements on top, it is not recommended for strict raw-fish lovers who are looking for that clean, purist sashimi experience. It's built for indulgence, not subtlety. The Ambience vs. The Price Tag. The first thing you'll notice upon walking in is that the interior design is very simple. It's clean and functional, but it lacks the upscale, immersive atmosphere you might expect when looking at the menu. With most specialty rolls pushing near the $20 mark, the decor doesn't quite match the premium, high-end price range of the food. Where they don't skimp, however, is the hospitality. The service here is excellent--attentive, polite, and prompt. When the food arrives, it's clear that the sushi chefs take immense pride in their craft. The presentation is beautiful, and the quality and quantity of the ingredients are undeniably good. You definitely get a substantial amount of food for what you pay.

the interior of this restaurant is very nice; cozy with warm ambient lighting and lively music that…read moreis at an appropriate volume. we ordered quite a bit for our first time, we got the salmon truffle sashimi, the big papa, the bob marley, and the chicken teriyaki plate. the salmon truffle sashimi's plating was gorgeous, but it felt like the flavor was very heavy on the truffle. the salad they put on the plate is definitely required with each bite, it helps cut down the flavor of the sauce. the salmon itself was delicious, fresh, and buttery. the big papa was good, but it was on the sweeter side of a roll, it was filled with crab mix and the roll itself is sitting on a bed of crab mix, so it was a lot. the texture of the roll was nice, crunchy on the outside with the soft crab mix inside. the bob marley was subtle in flavor and clean, i wish i could taste the shrimp tempura more in the roll but the overall taste was good. the standout dish to me was definitely the chicken teriyaki plate. the salad it came with was delicious, just a spring mix with a sesame dressing but the dressing was addictive. the chicken itself had a deep smoky flavor, the char on it was amazing, it tasted like it was cooked on a charcoal grill. the service was also quite good, we got seated immediately and the waiters were very attentive and kind. overall i would come back but maybe for a special occasion as it's quite pricy.

Soy good!! Hǎo chī! Tucked away like a cherished family…read morekitchen, this dumpling eatery feels less like a restaurant and more like stepping into someone's home in modern Taiwan. The aroma alone--warm five-spice, toasted sesame, and slow-simmered broths are comforting. Every bite carries that unmistakable 家常味 (jiā cháng wèi), the soulful "home-style flavor" that can't be rushed or replicated. Taking one bite of the Taiwanese braised pork rice instantly made me think of my nànà's cooking, the similar flavors jolted me back to her kitchen as a kid. Wow, that alone blew my mind. I haven't tasted anything remotely close to her cooking since she passed away. Thank you . Everything I tried was delicious and I can't wait to come back and order everything else!!! Other: -$$ -single bathroom inside -quaint eatery with indoor and outdoor seating -no wait on a Saturday afternoon -waitlist queue on yelp as needed (clutch) -plenty of parking -friendly service

Food was good, price was reasonable…read more The dumplings are fresh and made to order. If you have a craving for dumplings, this place hit the spot. The Shanghai fried noodles were good. Ambiance was more of a fast food diner type. Service was good. Private parking lot.

We continue to visit Fuji as one of our favorite date spots and a fun place to bring friends. They…read moreoffer a great happy hour and no matter what time we've visited the experience has been consistent, friendly, and the food has been delicious. There is a designated parking lot across the street, so it's easy to grab a spot and walk over. Just be careful because the parking spots in the lot aren't well marked and it's easiest to just park neatly next to other cars. We like to sit at the bar if there's just two of us, and will grab a table when we have friends. If you want to make sure you have a table, you can make a reservation ahead of time, but we usually don't need to wait too long. Our favorites are the brussel sprouts, karaage chicken, and their nigiri. We also really enjoy the sukiyaki, it's really flavorful and perfect for cooler or rainy weather. We still need to come by for brunch, but we've heard good things. The team here is always friendly, and we've been in enough that some of them recognize us now.

Came here on a Monday and the street food was half off. The place is pretty big and has a ton of…read moreseating so I did not have to wait, plus the food came out quick. Macadamia shrimp: B+ Karaage: C+ Tuna temaki: C Pork/veg gyoza: C+ Garlic salmon: C Out of the dishes I tried I mostly only liked the macadamia shrimp. The tuna and salmon were both quite bland. And the karaage was bland as well. Service was attentive and checked on me so that was good, and the space is pretty large. But I wasn't impressed with the food quality.

the person at the cashier was nice and answered any questions that we had. the food overall was…read moregood for the price

I found out about rice theory from 2 good to go (2gtg), so whenever I was able to snag a bag from…read morehere through that app, the food was pretty decent from what I received. Parking is very tight since it's on a strip plaza and shares parking with other shops. I like spam musubi and rice balls, so this place is a "hidden" gem to me. They have a variety of rice balls, onigiri, rolls, inaris, and rice bowls. It's very convenient for if you want to do a picnic, want a snack to eat in the car when going out of town or a good snack for hiking. The rolls are easy for grab and go. The prices are decent, and I feel like you're getting your money's worth. Inside the shop, there's 2 tables for you to dine in, but it's best to take it to go since inside the shop is a bit small. Last time I was here, I got the spam musubi and Kurobuta sausage roll. I enjoyed both. They are a bit on the smaller side, but I'm okay with that. I haven't gotten a chance to try their inari, onigiri, or rice bowls. I'll have to make time to come back. Customer service is great also. The young cashier's behind the the register were patient with me while I looked at all the options and asked them a few questions. They were quick and efficient once I started naming iff my order. I'll be back!