Very entertaining, and hearty portions. Note : no more sushi at this location, they are very…read moretransparent (in a very good kind way) that they do add gratuity to parties of 4 or more and they will not seat your party until all are present. We got lucky and got there at 5 pm and were seated right away. Soup (onion and mushroom) and salad (with ginger dressing) were included. I recommend to get the fried rice even if it is just for the show. Proteins ordered were steak, chicken, shrimp and scallops. The ribeye was a bit too fatty for my tastes so might not get that cut next time. Grilled veggies are my favorite. Since all is cooked in front of you, everything was cooked perfectly. Bathrooms were very clean. It can get pretty loud in the dinning room but that is part of the experience. My kids were captured by all the people watching. We will be returning.

3.30.25 It's been…read moreyears since I've been to this restaurant. My family came today to celebrate my nephew's 20th birthday. I ordered the filet mignon and chicken combo with fried rice and the shrimp as my appetizer. Everything was delicious. The filet mignon was a tad overcooked to me even though I asked for medium rare. Next time I will ask for rare. I shouldn't be, but I am always in disbelief when I see the menu prices nowadays. It is expensive to dine out in general. Our server was slow and service could have been better but it was her first day. She refilled my husband's cup of soda and it was on the brink of overflowing. Also, I asked for extra napkins, which were never brought out. I had to ask another server who was clearing our table. Our teppanyanki chef was fun and awesome. He was entertaining. My favorite time was when he threw the shrimp at each of us and we tried to catch them in our mouths. All my family members caught it on their first try, but it took me literally eight times before I caught my first one. I would definitely like to dine here more frequently, but it is too expensive so it will be reserved only for special occasions. One safety concern I had was that the fire alarm cover in the women's restroom was detached. That should be a high priority to have that fixed. Also, one of the stalls in the women's restroom was out of order. I had to wait a while as the other stall was occupied. Note that they charge 18% gratuity for parties of four or more regardless of separate checks.

Delicious vegetarian ramen First time there. I'll be back. Nice service. Busy…read more Casual no frills ambience

I was excited to try this restaurant and really wanted to love it. Unfortunately, the sushi lacked…read moreflavor. The avocado was unripe and crunchy. The fish itself didnt have much flavor either. It was just...bland. The hot tea was great and they kept the teapot full. The service was on point. I do hope to return and try more from their menu.

This was honestly one of the most disorganized restaurant experiences I've had in a long time…read more The service was confusing from the moment we sat down. After waiting a while, our waitress finally came over and took our order. We ordered an appetizer first while deciding on our entrees. A few minutes later, the exact same waitress returned and asked if we wanted to order any appetizers, apparently forgetting that we had already done so. I specifically asked whether the salmon in the Philly roll was fresh or smoked because I don't like smoked salmon. I was assured it was fresh. When it arrived, it was clearly smoked salmon. The bao buns were actually pretty good, although the lettuce was wilted and looked like it had been sitting around for a while. A different server eventually took our entrée order. Less than five minutes later, that same server came back and asked if we were ready to close out our check, despite the fact that we were still waiting for our food and had not received our entrees yet. When the food finally arrived, the ramen was disappointing. The noodles were undercooked and the broth was excessively salty. The katsu curry was the highlight of the meal and was genuinely delicious. Unfortunately, the miso soup that accompanied it was overloaded with dashi powder and tasted overwhelmingly fishy. Which made sense with the overpowering fish market smell upon entering the restaurant. To top it all off, when we were ready to leave, the server brought the credit card receipt for signature but forgot to bring a pen. Between the repeated service mistakes, incorrect menu information, lack of attention to the table, and inconsistent food quality, I'm genuinely surprised this restaurant has managed to stay in business. There are too many good ramen spots out there to justify returning here.

I arrived at 2:30 PM to order dinner for takeout, but the restaurant was already closed. I spoke…read morewith the staff, who confirmed that their posted hours are 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. When I asked why the restaurant was closed before 3:00 PM, I was told that the kitchen closes earlier. Unfortunately, there was no indication that service would end before the posted closing time. This was disappointing, as I made the trip during their advertised business hours expecting to be able to place an order.

Kentlands continues to level up and Kenaki Counter is proof. Came in as a party of 3 and left…read moreabsolutely stuffed -- which says a lot for sushi. We ordered the Jo Nigiri set and Kenaki Sashimi set -- both beautifully plated and super fresh. The chūtoro roll was the sleeper hit: buttery, rich, melt-in-your-mouth goodness without feeling heavy. Apps started strong with tuna tartare and crispy karaage that disappeared way too fast. But what really surprised me? Dessert. Blueberry bread pudding with matcha sauce was creative without being gimmicky, and the hojicha pot de crème was smooth, earthy, and perfectly balanced. Service was attentive, pacing was on point, and the quality-to-price ratio makes this an easy repeat spot in Gaithersburg. If you're in Kentlands and craving sushi that feels a little elevated but still approachable -- this is your move. Kentlands continues to level up and Kenaki Counter is proof. Came in as a party of 3 and left absolutely stuffed -- which says a lot for sushi. We ordered the Jo Nigiri set and Kenaki Sashimi set -- both beautifully plated and super fresh. The chūtoro roll was the sleeper hit: buttery, rich, melt-in-your-mouth goodness without feeling heavy. Apps started strong with tuna tartare and crispy karaage that disappeared way too fast. But what really surprised me? Dessert. Blueberry bread pudding with matcha sauce was creative without being gimmicky, and the hojicha pot de crème was smooth, earthy, and perfectly balanced. Service was attentive, pacing was on point, and the quality-to-price ratio makes this an easy repeat spot in Gaithersburg. If you're in Kentlands and craving sushi that feels a little elevated but still approachable -- this is your move.

The entire Kenaki restaurant group is our favorite sushi dealer…read more We use to go to their location at the Roost food hall in DC and then their location in Potomac and now here, when we moved to Maryland. They have some of the best lunch specials/bento boxes and their sushi is on another level. Also we tend to grab take out from here at least 2-3x a week. It's always packaged nicely, relatively affordable and fresh.

Leo was fantastic, he was so quick to take plates out of our way and was very hospitable in…read moresplitting up everything for us. All the food was wonderful as well. We will absolutely be back again and again!

Kingston and McKayla were great servers and the food was delish. We will be back and tell othersread more

Came here for the soufflé. Breakfast or limited edition banana might have been better than the…read morematcha. I rate the matcha 3.5, and mine was not as jiggly as the one my friend got (not really sure why). It was okay though, nothing special. Other food on the menu looks good though. Might be back but only if in the area. Store located in a mall with parking.

This is a pretty popular Japanese cafe with gift shops in the front and cozy dining space in the…read moreback. My friend wanted onigiri specifically so we came to visit. I also got takoyaki. The onigiri fell apart as soon as the first bite was made and extremely chewy because of soggy nori. Not a fan. The drinks were too sweet. I didn't care for my matcha. Takoyaki I wouldn't reorder. Next time I want to try their soufflé pancakes. They looked delicious. I had food envy off of other tables. Shameless I know. Parking plenty in the back and free. Or park upfront and be confused.

First thing's first: I'm not a fan of Korean BBQ per se. I don't see the logic of going to a…read morerestaurant to pay for the privilege of cooking. However, sometimes you gotta get out. Kanpai is in a prime place along Rockville Pike, but depending on when you go you may find easy parking. (If you're not bothered about where to park, ignore what I just said.) Out front there's something that looks like a tuk-tuk or rickshaw. Tbh, don't know if it's theirs or the business next door. The restaurant itself is clean and elegant. Also, not as loud as some Korean BBQs (thinking of KPOT off of Randolph Rd), which is important if you don't like being overwhelmed by everyone else's noise. That is one big '+' in Kanpai's favor. The waiter was cool and very helpful. Because of him I now know what the thin meat slices are meant for (which is for the soup), before then I had no clue. The food itself is good. Like, why wouldn't it be? I actually prefer the shabu-shabu (soup), makes me wish I knew how to do that myself so I wouldn't have to go out as much. Yes, the grill meats were great, as was the kimchi. These places are not cheap, but it was enjoyable while I was there. If you're not in a rush you can go a few doors down afterward to an import store selling everything from K-chips to puzzle-kits. So I would say...take your time. But don't warm your seats for more than 90 minutes, as Korean BBQs tend to kick people out (nicely, nicely) if one overstays. P.S. I'm sure they have some great drinks there, but even if I wanted to I couldn't loiter. That's what Bethesda is for. (Or at least how it used to be.)

This is a place you need to come to hungry! I had a great time here with friends a few weeks ago…read more We were able to get some drinks from the happy hour menu right before it ended. Our server, Kelley, was great. She explained how everything works here. The buffet is pretty extensive and you can get full from that alone. They have an option to just do the buffet (during lunch hours). There is a good selection of meats. there's a robot here that brings stuff to the table - pretty cool. We were stuffed! It's a bit pricey but was worth it. I would visit again.

We had Frank as our waiter. He is the best!…read more 30 day dry aged was amazing despite getting the Signature that includes the Wagyu.

Pains me to revise my previous rating for Gyuzo, but had a horrible experience today…read more We opted for the premium AYCE and were excited to try everything. We ordered some app, sushi, and a ton of meats. The sushi was so/so the ikura was a bit fishy/not the freshest, but I gave it a pass since it was included in the AYCE. The fried lotus was surprisingly my favorite non meat dish. Our friend rice was served lukewarm (the consistency of rice was a bit uneven like older rice that was left out for a bit) and way too oily so we had to send it back. Had no issues with the meat and service - although it was a tad slow and the 10 minute cooldown between ordering was unexpected. Our server was great and kept checking in with us. A few items we ordered never made it out to us, but at that point we were too full to care. My main complaint was with one of the hosts. We finished our meal and thanked our waiter and made our way back to the parking garage. From behind, we heard a very loud "EXCUSE ME." We originally thought we had dropped something and someone was looking out for us, but was appalled when she followed us halfway across the street and said "you think you're just going to leave without paying for your mocktail?" That was hands down the rudest I've been treated by a customer service based establishment. I've worked in hospitality and know you should never accuse a customer of anything. To make matters worse, she got the wrong people - we never ordered a mocktail. Will likely not return to Gyuzo for a while and stick to other bbq places with better service.