Went here to dine in for a date night on a Friday evening. It was very quiet which is surprising…read morefor how nice everyone was and how good the food is! They did seem to do quite a bit of takeout. It's located in a little strip mall right off route 8 in Torrington so it's super easy to access! The food was so good! We split crab rangoons and scallion pancakes and they were so fresh and didn't have that greasy/oily after taste that a lot of places have. Our waitress was so kind and explained one of the dishes to me and actually showed me how to use chopsticks as I wasn't quite grasping it from reading the instructions on the wrapper. They also were super nice chopsticks and not the cheap wooden ones that sometimes splinter! For our entrees my boyfriend had three different sushi rolls, the Godzilla the, the mermaid and the volcano and said they were all really good! They also were huge so we ended up taking half of it home. I had the Chicken Yaki Udon which is basically stir fried udon noodles with chicken and veggies in a sweet soy type sauce. Our waitress asked if we wanted ice cream at the end and it was the perfect way to end the meal! Everyone was so kind and the food was so good that we will definitely be back!!

Have to give fellow Yelp-ers credit for this one. We were looking for sushi - but committed to…read moretrying a place we had not yet been. Was skeptical on semi-off-the-beaten path location and look of the adjoining businesses in the strip mall - but now love the place more due to it. Don't let the outside fool you. Beautiful and clean inside. Outstanding service and quality. Fair prices for the portion, yet they are not taking advantage of the customer. Really good. Really positive experience. Will absolutely be back.

I tried Hibachi Express for the second time today. When I first went, I ordered a shrimp tempura…read moreroll but I was grabbing that as a quick eat because my main focus was the Thai place next door. I liked the look of Hibachi Express so I decided to do a full order this time and see what's up. I can honestly say, best hibachi style food I have had EVER!! I started with the Wonton Soup. The broth is delicate and savory. I wish there was a bit more filling in the wontons but still a very strong solid start. If this was the entry, I can't wait for the spicy miso. The golden fingers are finally ones I enjoy. The outside was not too crispy but I was getting take out so that is expected. I'm sure they were crispy coming out of the oil. Beautiful cooked tender chicken and a perfect batter to meat ration. Next I had the Bento BBQ chicken. Wow!! Amazing flavor. It is an Asian lite BBQ taste and not sticky sweet. Finally, a place that gets the texture right. The chicken is very tender and flavorful and actually has a mouth feel like chicken. Some places mistake tender for mush, not here. My mom ordered the house chow mein fun. The vermicelli was soft, flavorful and perfectly cooked. Plenty of meat inside as well. The chef nailed the balance between cooked noodles but not wet noodles. Amazing dish!! She also ordered a side of hibachi chicken. Again, perfect flavor, tender and great portion. We also grabbed an Atlanta roll. I'm not a cream cheese fan in sushi but this worked. I will gladly try their other offerings next time. The location is very clean and mom and son offer great service. You can order on-line if that is your preference. I will be back and Hibachi Express is my new go-to. I'm very glad I found this restaurant. I would gladly advise even the pickiest person to eat here.

First time trying this local take out spot (there are tables to dine in... but vibe is definitely…read moregeared towards take out). We got the cheese wontons to start (regular crab ragoons but very tasty). We also tried the hibachi beef and broccoli and hibachi general tsao. The onion soup that came with those was a tasty broth. Also came with salads just like when you go to hibachi. The main entrees were great portions but we are big fans of the flavor and the fried rice was amazing! (Definitely will get extra of that next time). For the price it felt like a good amount of food, I pared with the good flavors, we will be back!

Most times I come in there's a small amount of staff and few customers but I've never had a bad…read moremeal here. The service is good, it's generally calm and pretty chill for a solo dine out. I usually come for the AYCE sushi and stick pretty close to my favorites but I've been trying new rolls lately! Their udon is pretty good too. Be aware that the AYCE lunch menu and the AYCE dinner menu are different

I come here often for lunch and am never disappointed. The sushi is good, the servings are…read moregenerous, and the lunch deal is excellent. The space is very basic and though I like the people there, the service is efficient rather than warm and friendly. That said it is still my "go to" place for lunch in the area

Third time here and I don't know why I come back because this place is really MID. I keep giving…read morethem a chance but something throws me off every time here. Service isn't horrible because it's not busy. Ordered the spicy fried chicken. That was good but I thought it was going to have that Korean bbq sauce on it but it didn't. Menu cat fished me to ordered it. The shrimp tempura with lettuce threw me off. I didn't like that. The ramen was alright. I need to find another place to have my shrimp tempura.

Came here for a Sunday lunch, with my husband and another couple. I really liked the decor and…read moreambience of Kyushu, not too fancy, yet not too casual. We were waited on quickly. I got the spicy ramen noodle bowl (I forgot the name of it) that had spicy beef broth, very tender beef slices, creamy egg, fish cake, nori, bamboo shoots, and ramen noodles. It was delicious but a little bit too spicy for me. My husband had the teriyaki steak served with white rice and veggies. The flavor was great, but the steak wasn't quite tender enough. Our other friend ordered the miso or chicken broth bowl (not sure which), and he liked it a lot. Oh, I almost forgot, for appetizers, we ordered the pork bao buns and they were wonderful. We also got dumplings that were great. We'll definitely eat here again!

"You're not a princess I'm not prince charming Speak with…read moreyour tongue, use body language And pull your skin like wrapping paper round my heart" (Graham Parker) The last time I stepped into this building was a few years ago when it was occupied by the Lemongrass Asian Grill. Today was my birthday, so my dinner spot of choice meant a return here to experience a meal at the newish Charming Thai Restaurant. And we left a few hours later agreeing that this place is fantastic. Soon after we were seated, we met Jessica, who was our principal server. She was an absolute delight with a fantastic personality. She started off with some complimentary noodles and sweet duck sauce. The menu is extensive, with most of the traditional Thai favorites, so think Pad Thai, Drunken Noodle, Fried Rices, Lo Meins, and Pad See-Ew. Other groupings include Chef Specials, Classic Entrees, Curries, and a full slate of appetizers, salads, soups, Pho, and Ramens. When you go through their menu, the various combinations of entrée and protein choices are in the 200 range. So pretty much anyone can eat their favorite Asian food here. We started off with a cup of Wonton Soup (with 6 big wontons) and a cup of Tom Kha Soup with two big shrimp at $5.99 each. The Tom Kha had a mild coconut taste, but I don't mean that in a negative way. I order this a lot, and some places really load up on the coconut flavor so much that the soup resembles a strong thick ice cream topping. Their soup was thinner than some but had enough flavor that it was fantastic. Oh, and those two plump shrimps in my bowl were perfect. We split an $8 order of six pork pot stickers, and they were cooked beautifully without a hint of grease and stuffed with a nice ground pork filling. For our main meal we split a $15.99 order of Chicken Pad Thai. We ordered it mild, but since I like spice, I asked for some extra zip on the side and Jessica brought out a cute little twin dish of Sriracha sauce and Sichuan pepper powder to ramp up the firepower. We loved the Pad Thai, it had plenty of chicken, the noodles were well cooked, and most of all it was sauced perfectly. Not too dry, not too wet, but just perfect. As we were paying our bill, the fact that it was my birthday came up, and Jessica made us promise not to leave yet because she wanted to give me something. That turned out to be a complimentary dish of sweet coconut rice with sliced mango. The portions were so generous that some of the Tom Kha and Pad Thai are now in our refrigerator for tomorrow. Thank you, Jessica, and JJ who tag-teamed us tonight, and here's a special shout-out to Lucy who made the magic happen in the kitchen. The food, the service, the value, and the atmosphere were all exceptional. If you like Thai food as much as we do, head on out to Route 4 and treat yourself to a charming dinner experience at Charming Thai.

Charming Thai is a wonderful addition to the area. The service is always so friendly and quick. If…read moreyou want to dine inside, it is spacious and comfortable. The owner is so passionate about what he does, and what he creates, and it shows! The food is amazing. If you dine in, make sure you order a special before they sell out! He makes special authentic Thai food you might not have otherwise tried. We always try the specials and are never disappointed. Also, they have one of the best green curries I've tasted!

My wife and I were staying at the Madison Beach hotel a few days prior to our best friends…read moredaughters wedding * New Haven Pizza of course was on our radar, but after a full day Lobster crawl we decided that sushi would be the perfect follow up for dinner. So after reading numerous great reviews we chose to dine at Mesa Sushi in nearby Clinton. From the moment we walked in, the hospitality was genuine, attentive, and effortlessly warm--striking that perfect balance between professionalism and personal care that truly elevates an evening. The quality of the fish was outstanding. Every piece was fresh and beautifully presented, You can usually tell when care goes into sourcing each ingredient especially when it comes to sushi. The entire experience felt upscale yet welcoming, making it a standout not just in the area, but anywhere. We look forward to returning and would highly recommend it to anyone seeking an great sushi experience.

We tried take-out for dinner tonight - chicken katsu, California roll, shrimp tempura roll,…read moreyellowtail jalapeno roll, and a spider roll. Overall, it was maybe a 6/10. The bad: The tempura roll was a little drenched in sauce for my liking. I asked for no wasabi for my California roll, and well, there was wasabi hidden under the ginger. The surprise of the evening was the yellowfin jalapeno roll. It was delicious! It had just the right amount of heat for jalapeños. The chicken katsu was just alright. Nothing special. Will probably try this place again, for dine-in. We'll see.

Where the true art of Japanese cuisine comes to life. This tiny gem of a restaurant creates a…read morebeautiful and balanced experience. Rachel is the owner or manager I am guessing. She is very passionate about the menu and is very attentive to everyone. Thankfully, as our food was served she was there to explain that the best way to experience the chef's creation is to eat it as it presented (without soy sauce) first. She went on to explain that each dish is created with specific textures and flavors in mind to create an intentional balanced bite. She is absolutely correct and I am so glad we listened. In fact, after trying the "second" bite with soy sauce, we recognized that it was much better without it. The soy sauce is homemade and delicious but the sushi is so perfectly executed, it really does not need anything at all to shine. This is not your average sushi joint. The food and service will blow you away. Get the Princess Peach Roll if it's available. The Tiger Roll and the Flame Touch were also fantastic. Hint: the tiger roll comes with lemon slices on top - do not remove the lemon. Trust me.

Favorite: spicy salmon roll!!! Great lunch deal, would…read moredefinitely come back. 2 rolls for 12.95, 3 rolls for 17.95. Chicken katsu was alright as is, coleslaw on the side or curry sauce would definitely add to it. Definitely need to Try: Paradise cake & Tiger roll next time. Service was great! And ambiance was cozy!

Popped into Mizu pretty close to closing and they still accommodated us for hibachi. Since it was…read morejust the two of us, the entire hibachi flew by! Service was a little rocky at the beginning since it took a bit for someone to come over to us but everything was smooth from there. I got salmon and filet mignon and it was pretty good and I still had so much left to take home! The crisp on the salmon was perfect without it being dried out. The steak was cooked a bit too well for my liking, but wasn't tough so it's fine. If I could recommend one item to get and one to skip for sure: get the shumai (like 3 servings) and skip the lycheetini. A good time overall.

We went the second time, ordered same sushi and appetizers but this time it was around 6:30 on a…read moreThursday. The service was delivered so late and we had to wait for each item for a long time. The staff clearly were not enough!

I think this place mostly does takeout, but we have eaten in store twice. We have found the food to…read morebe tasty. The orange chicken is especially nice. The owner is really sweet.

was in town for the weekend and stopped by bc i was craving fried tofu. we were the only ones in…read morethere because it was freezing cold outside and they do so much takeout, which we observed as we watched the owners recognize the costumers who came in and exchanged a very friendly hello. lovely vibes and ambience even though it's a casual place, but the service and friendliness really elevated it. the menu is pretty all inclusive -- i got the Szechuan tofu and my bf got the chicken hibachi. they both came with soup, rice and lots of veggies! his also came w a salad, which was delicious. very generous portions and yummy food, with incredibly fair prices. if you're in town and searching for asian food, this place rocks and i'd recommend!

It is good to see an establishment doing well , we have seen so many come and go . But Joe's is…read morehere to stay! I love that we now have a location in town . I have heard great things about Ordinary Joe's especially those wings and their multiple flavor options. Our server Lindsay was and is awesome every time we have been there. We were there for the wings of course , decided to go with the smoked butter bbq which is dry rub, man these were so so so good! Tried honey medium , bomb! Of course mild is always a good go to , and the honey bbq. Allllll so very delicious!!!! Now that I know they are so close I am excited to try the other flavors. I also tried a beer called awkward hug out of kent falls , soooo good and cute art on the can ! I appreciate the staff that takes care me while I am there ! Clean facility ! See you soon!

I may be the luckiest O Joe's fan on the planet. I live in Watertown, home of the original…read morelocation, and travel within Torrington multiple times a week for family. First visit to the O Joe's North location - understanding I/we love the original. It exceeded every possible expectation. Food is terrific - has the same standard as Watertown, but our wings were cooked even better. Fresh, hot, crispy, juicy. Definitely the best Ordinary Joe's wings we've had (and we have a lot of them, often). The food options are clearly rooted in the original concept. However, there are some more/different options here. Everything looked and smelled fantastic. I look forward to investigating further. Our server, Vanessa, earned 25 stars on her own. She was attentive, personable, yet worked quickly and accurately - manning a full bar and dining room simultaneously - while making us feel like we were the only ones in the joint. Manager/(Owner?) Paul was terrific as well. Stepped in to ensure all tables had what they needed, were clean, and everyone happy. It was truly noticeable that customer service is a priority for the team. Building is new/redone/beautiful. Similar, iconic O Joe's feel and decorating - yes, the gridiron is painted on the ceiling. Just a great space. Great vibe. Eat-off-the-floor clean. Simply can't wait to go back. And, again, I am so lucky to have proximity to both locations. **Just one note for families who may go with children or teenage boys (like me)... The service is so great, no one at the table will have an empty glass for long... that's a really positive thing. But, fair warning, soft drink refills are NOT free (nor should they be, frankly). However, with an 18 and 16 yr old in my party...those Cokes accumulate quickly.