This place had amazing service and the food was delicious, the waiter Nolan was really polite:)read more

I was there a few days ago and I had one of the best waiters in a long time named Nolan. He made…read moresure that all my needs were met and that I enjoyed not only my food by my experience as a whole. I am a very satisfied customer.

Ampersand Asian Supper Club in Uptown Westerville was outstanding from start to finish…read more I had the teriyaki rice bowl with chicken, and it was excellent. The chicken was tender and flavorful, the rice was perfectly cooked, and the bowl was loaded with fresh ingredients including edamame, cabbage, and vegetables that added great color, texture, and crunch. Everything tasted fresh and well balanced, with the teriyaki bringing just the right amount of savory sweetness. The portion was generous, making it an especially satisfying meal. The atmosphere is modern, clean, and welcoming, with a stylish yet comfortable feel that makes it a great spot for lunch or dinner. A special shout-out to Eli, who provided excellent service and added a fun touch to the experience by bringing me a to-go container for the one lone grain of rice I had left. That little moment gave us a good laugh and perfectly matched the restaurant's personality, right down to the "Batman and RAMEN" sign outside. Highly recommend if you're looking for great Asian cuisine in Westerville. Ampersand Asian Supper Club 32 W College Ave Westerville, OH 43081

I came in because it was cold day and wanted something warm. There's plenty of parking, plenty of…read moreseating inside, and the inside is bright and inviting. I really enjoy the food, it was made well and overall pretty good. I wasn't prepared for the broccoli in my ramen but it was good. The ramen was good, flavorful, and interesting. I would recommend the ramen, it's good! I didn't quite like the calamari because it was a little dry and the batter was a bit hard to eat. The dipping sauce with the calamari was not quite flavorful and it could use more seasoning. Overall, I liked my meal and the ambiance. Staff was very nice and very helpful. My server was attentive and super cool. I had a good experience. I would recommend for a good meal and great staff. It's a great place for a group, a casual date, or great meal!

Ordered the filet mignon and shrimp combo, which came with salad and soup to start, plus fried rice…read moreand veggies with the meal. The salad was a bit different, with very finely chopped bacon bits mixed in. It was interesting, though not necessarily my favorite. The soup was just okay and had a bit of an MSG-heavy taste. For the main, I asked for my steak medium rare, but it came out closer to well done, which was disappointing. That said, the portion size is pretty generous, so in terms of value, you do get a lot of food. I also ordered the egg yolk-based sauce on the side, which is quite rich and heavy, but actually pairs really well with the steak and shrimp. As for the experience, they do the classic flaming onion, but that's about all the entertainment you'll get. The restaurant itself also felt pretty bare, without much decor or atmosphere. Overall, decent value for the amount of food, but a few misses in execution.

We LOVE House of Japan. From the Japanese gardens outside and the koi fish walkway at the entrance,…read moreto the incredible food and fun hibachi chef show, we're all in. This has been our favorite spot for birthday celebrations since our daughter was tiny. Now we come for celebrations and just when we're craving it! I get the hibachi chicken, kiddo gets the filet and we both love the soup and salad starters. Veggies galore, fresh food cooked to order right in front of you with style and flair, and they accommodate food allergies as well as any restaurant I've seen. HOJ gets top marks from us!

Came by for lunch. Loved the food, we got their lunch special(so worth the $!) we had the tofu with…read moreginger soy sauce & chicken green curry. Both came with salad/miso soup and white/brown rice. We ate it so fast, both dishes were flavourful. Loved the tofu, it was fried to perfection! Service was good and quick. They got nice booths that's comfortable to sit in, lots of parking outside as well. Great lunch overall.

Large parking lot and large seating area inside. We were seated quickly and service was good! The…read morefood was delicious and we appreciated that they could adjust the spice level. Would definitely go back!

Great Asian Restaurant? I'd say so!…read more Here's 5 reasons for my 5 stars... * It's Asian Fusion - There's a wide range of American-Chinese,Thai, and House Created dishes... * There's a relaxing upscale casual ambiance. * They have a full service bar * Excellent service * High quality, flavorful food. I was pleased with Mark K and my first visit. It's in a small strip mall, but It's a lot nicer than what you would normally expect to find.. Mark got: Southern Style Egg Rolls - Very Tex-Mex. Good, filling, and not too spicy. Beef Pad Thai - Decent, but not mind-blowing. Could use more scrambled eggs and bean sprouts. I got: Hot And Sour Soup - Quite good with a nice smokey flavor. General Tso's Chicken - It's as good as it gets, folks, meaning it's a rival to my favorite at China Bell in Grove City. The sauce is excellent! The chunks of white chicken meat are just lightly breaded enough to hold the sauce but not overpower the dish. I'd say it's a 95% chicken to 5% breading ratio. And they still serve it with broccoli. Outstanding! I'd go back again to do some more exploring in a heartbeat. Like I said, 5 stars.

This review is based on my preferences, so I gave it a 4, but it could easily be a 5 to others. The…read morestaff was friendly, and the inside was clean. I'll start with what was good: the Mei fun, takoyaki, and the (delicious) egg roll. What lacked for me were the soups and the sesame chicken. I can see many people loving the sesame chicken, but I like mine drenched in sauce, and this felt like a healthier version with a glazed grilled chicken taste. I am also not the biggest fan of Asian soups but I always try them in case I find one that changes my mind. People may love the soups as well.

By far one of my favorite new restaurants, The Blue Sushi really exceeded my expectations,…read moreespecially since my expectations of sushi restaurants in Midwestern states are usually tempered. From the parking lot, The Blue Sushi does not look like much, but once you step inside, the décor is refined and elegant. We were seated immediately, and our server David was excellent with his recommendations and patience as we looked through the menu. We ended up ordering the Crispy Tuna roll, the Angry Lobster roll, the American Dream roll, and a steak Hibachi. The Hibachi comes with a side of salad and fried rice and was delicious. All the rolls were beautifully made and plated, and they tasted even better. We left full and satisfied and we will be back soon!

Nearby and hungry, and the reviews are great so I stopped in. One of those places that closes…read morebetween lunch and dinner, which used to annoy me because I was ready for lunch at 2 PM and they would be closing. Now my life has changed, and I can take advantage of lunch at these places. Completely empty at noon on a weekday, a little disturbing. But, better than not being able to get in. Classy inside, nice seating options, quiet and pleasant atmosphere. Excellent service throughout. Large sushi menu, plus hot entrees, many apps, etc. A lot I wanted to try. But I had to start with the crab Rangoon tarts. Never seen it this way. Three fairly small tartlets, nice crust, with a dollop of "Rangoon" filling. Could have used more in each tart, but tasty enough. The sauce is a little zippier than most for crab Rangoon. Good, different, not amazing. And that pretty much describes the rest of the meal. Were my expectations too high? Nothing was bad, everything was pretty good, but not amazing. I had the Red Scorpion roll next. Mid-sized, a nice roll of kani, tuna, avocado, and more, topped with several sauces. Barely fit each piece in my mouth. Tasty, but again not amazing. Not what I expected from a place like this with reviews this high. A little heat, far from the spicy suggested by the name and reviews. Also had unagi and toro nigiri. Again, good, not great. Neither was as tender as I'd hoped, though decent all in all. Flavors were good on the unagi, and the toro was somewhat buttery/creamy but not on par with others I've had. Hmph. Cost was not bad, considering the decor of the place and that it's sushi. I left full but not overstuffed. I'd come back, maybe for a date night. But it's not incredible, and I guess I fell for the buzz.

Expensive? Yes. Incredible? Also yes…read more The sushi here was incredible. Given that it's technically in a strip mall, my expectations weren't very high but I was quickly transported and impressed. I've been to quite a few Omakase dinners that left more to be desired and this was not the case here. The dinner here was on par with some I've had in NYC. We opted to add on the premium course which I would recommend highly. The wagyu was absolutely incredible. The courses were timed well and I felt extremely satisfied. One thing to note is that they do not sell wine by the glass. You'll want to order a bottle or do the pairing. We did not do the pairing since my husband had to drive, but coming back I would definitely add that. For the premium omakase, a bottle of wine, and one additional piece of nigiri each, our dinner for two ran around $440 before tip.

REVIEW BY: Avila.Eats on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube…read more Service: attentive waitress. Explained all courses throughly and with detail. Friendly. Ambiance: inside is a well lit open space. The Omakase counter is a beautiful experience. Dining tables are also well decorated. Spacing is well done for it being a fairly small interior. Food: 1. First course: misu soup has a rich broth. The tofu is soft and slightly squishy. I'm not a big soup fan so this isn't anything special for me. 3 2. Second course: right to left. Right was fatty and melted in your mouth. The wasabi topping added a nice kick to the flavorful fatty tuna. 7. The middle fatty, soft, flavorful punch from the chipotle sauce. Spicy and flavorful. The bean sprouts add a great crunch and contrast to the richness. This one was incredible. 9. Third one fatty and tender. This one had a sweet component that was a pleasant change from the rich fish. 6.75 3. Third course: right one is fatty and strong. Flavor is punchy. 3. Second one is rich and strong. Starts sweet and ends with a salty strong pungent flavor. 5. Third one was smoky and sweet. Pungent and strong. 6 4. Fourth course: hand roll was packed full of flavor. Kimchi sauce added a beautiful spice. Avacado was creamy and rich with the bluefin tuna. Tenkasu added a great crunch. 8.5. Middle one is rich. Salmon flavor pairs beautifully with the sweetness of the Karashi. 8.75. Third one is rich and powerful. Sweet eel with a strong umami flavor. Crispy potatoes add a great texture change. My favorite. 9.5. 5. Fifth course: uni add on was incredible. Fatty and savory. The uni melts like butter and is slightly sweet. 9. First roll strong flavors. Rich and slightly sweet with a tang that lingers throughout. 7.75. Second meaty with a spice kick. Tender and very savory. 7.5. Third is sweet and more subtle. 7.75. Fourth is fatty savory but not super fishy. Little sweet but packed with umami flavor. 9. Fifth A-5 is extremely tender and fatty. Melt in your mouth. The chef sauce is sweet and tangy. Very sweet and kinda takes the flavor from the beef. Flavor wise 6.75 6. Sixth course: lemon chocolate tart is excellent. Strong lemony flavor. Smooth and runny yet still creamy. Chocolate tart is subtle but adds a light chocolate flavor. 7

If you're a sushi fan in Columbus, Akai Hana needs to be on your list of places to go! They are…read morelocated in the Japan Marketplace where there are so many great spots and shops to explore! The vibes here are awesome and it's great for any occasion! Every dish feels so authentic, and the quality of seafood in their rolls are top of the line and taste incredibly fresh! The bento boxes are always fun to do and allow you to taste a little bit of everything! Be on the lookout for their specials they have going on the Crispy Kale Roll was one of the best rolls I've had in the city!

Am I turning Japanese, turning Japanese? I really think so. Can we get somebody at Yelp! to check…read morehow often that joke has been used to start a sushi restaurant review. This place is in a strip mall with bakery - Belle's- and a Japanese grocery store. They are all hopping. The story I get is that when Honda opened a plant here the services followed. Tracks. The sashimi is great. Also got the tofu, which I really like. Soft shell crab are great. The ambiance is that of a very busy Japanese restaurant. The servers are teched up so everything moves at a pace. Simply said, if you are in Columbus come here.

Not worth the money at all. The portion size was very small for the price, and the food didn't live…read moreup to expectations. Left still feeling hungry. Definitely overpriced for what you get.

Tasted good, teriyaki chicken was a little overcooked (ate at 1pm so it had been sitting on the…read moregriddle probably for a while but didn't bother me), fried rice was nicely seasoned, vegetables were nicely freshly stir fried, springroll was soggy. Biggest reason I wanted to come here was because of the food and portions. Unfortunately from the picture you will see the amount of chicken is severely less than what it used to be. They use to load you up, now it's way less. I think it was 6-7oz if I'm lucky. Almost $15 for the combo meal which included a drink and a small springroll. Not much of a value anymore.

A friend and I went to Benihana for their $3, $6, $9 happy hour at the bar. We started with the red…read moreplum sake sangarias and they were okay. We weren't the biggest fan of the flavor, but I'd definitely try another cocktail next time. I got the gyoza, a cheeseburger with fries, and a 4 piece spicy salmon sushi snack. The cheeseburger was great, as were the fries. The pork gyoza was yummy, I liked the dipping sauce. My sushi was just okay, it wasn't bad, just nothing special. It was still a good deal for happy hour. Our server was also great! He found a knife so I could cut my burger, which seems small, but was really appreciated. The restaurant is huge, so it's a great place for come with friends. I'd like to come back and try some hibachi next time.

First time dining here. I was invited to join a friend and his friends for a Christmas dinner. The…read moreplace was busy and the wait long even though we had a reservation. Even after we were seated, it took forever for us to even see a waitress. Once the waitress did come to the table, she took our drink order. Once again, it took forever to even get one drink. Then when she began taking our food orders, she was all over the place. Things seem to get a little better when the Hibachi chef started cooking at the table. He was fun and engaging. Unfortunately he kept messing up what we each ordered. Things just spiraled even further down. It became comical how bad things were unraveling. Even the checks were screwed up. I can't say I recommend this place.