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    HOKI Japanese Restaurant

    4.1 (225 reviews)
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    Sushi Special
    Steve C.

    Small sushi restaurant in a strip mall. It's well hidden, blink and you'll miss it. I had the sushi special, which is 8 nigiri and a spicy tuna roll. It was middle of the road and each piece was pretty small. For $39 I guess I expected more. Good enough in a pinch.

    Vegetable Tempura
    Earl S.

    We had dinner here tonight. I made reservations beforehand but I don't think it even mattered. They didn't ask. Parking in ample in the shopping center lot. It'a decently popular. We tried the hot sake. It was refreshing and warming. Our waitress was very attentive and the service was excellent. The wait tone on our food was long at all. I ordered the veggie tempura for my entree. It came with salad and miso soup. The beef was delicious and tender. I love how it comes sliced. I had it well-done. I would've loved more rice and the portion size was small. I'd dine here again. It's small, cozy, and intimate.

    Lacresha C.

    This was a horrible experience simply because of the service. First, as I was ordering the server Kyoko said "that's a lot of food" as if I didn't understand what I was ordering. I ordered two rolls and an entree. The comment was the first of many rude and inappropriate comments. My entree was brought out before the rolls. When I asked for the rolls first she replied, "at Japanese restaurants we bring all the food at one time." I replied that I've frequented many and this was the first time I'd heard of such. Her response, " they aren't Japanese. I'm Japanese. I know. Go check with them." This is no exaggeration. I stopped her and told her that was completely rude. She said it was busy so that's why she was rude. Finally, she brought out the same plates of salmon and chicken and the food was cold. When we asked for warm food she walked off and complained to her manager and made comments about us being cheap. I then asked for the check sans the entrees. I paid and as I was leaving this review she came back to the table to say that her daughter is half black and that she doesn't have a problem with black people. I then asked her to stop. The manager comes to remove plates and we talk to her and give her the details of our experience. Her response is " I'm sorry that happened I'll tell my boss. I won't be back.

    Tiny sashimi portions, $7 each for 2 pieces of salmon and scallop. Tiniest amount of black tobiko on top of that roll
    Ksenia F.

    Not sure what happened to this restaurant but things have changed and unfortunately, for the worst.. I haven't been in a while and decided to revisit when sushi craving attacked. First off, they dramatically downsized the portions while increasing the prices. 2 pieces of SASHIMI scallop and scallop are $7 each. Usually with sashimi you get 3 pieces. Angel roll which I normally get only had a tiny amount of black tobiko on top. Second, I ordered ikura with brown rice. It came over white rice and when I mentioned it to the waitress, she told me the sushi chef told her it was brown rice. Um.. I'm looking at it and it's definitely WHITE, dramatically so next to my brown rice roll. She walked away and came back with 2 brown rice balls. Seriously? It's like going to an italian place and they bring you the ingredients separately for you to put together yourself. I felt offended. No way would I go back again. So disappointing since there aren't many places in the area serving brown rice rolls. Back to Orient Express for me. They just lost a loyal customer.

    Pink Lady

    The Food is amazing and for the area it's a high in sushi ! All the staff is super nice. And it's super clean and cute inside. Definitely go and visit this is my 2nd visit and this will be my go to !

    Ruby red
    Nancy L.

    I went here for dinner on a Saturday night around 8:30pm and it wasn't packed but pretty full. The service was attentive and our server was really nice. Once you're seated, they bring you hot lavender towels so that was a nice touch. Food: Started with the squid salad - small portion but not bad. Then I had the Ruby Red roll - spicy tuna, asparagus, tempura flakes topped with seared tuna - it was great! Atmosphere: Cozy and intimate. Place is not very big but they take reservations.

    Ted K.

    Hoki Japanese Restaurant is unique in the fact that it very closely resembles an authentic Japanese restaurant that you would find in Tokyo or Kyoto. Having just spent two weeks in Japan last month, I can say for certain that the level of service, quality of fish, and prices all reflect what you would expect to find in Japan, all very high. The ambiance is quiet and romantic with a limited number of seats. The service is very attentive - they provide a hot towel upon seating and are quick to refill drinks and bring the food. If you are by yourself or with a friend, I recommend to sit at the sushi bar to get a view of the sushi chefs cutting up the fish and crafting the rolls. They have a wide selection of different rolls, sashimi, nigiri, and more. I would recommend to get hot green tea, try some sake if you drink alcohol (it's very good here) and order a speciality roll and an assortment of sashimi (yellowtail, tuna, and salmon are all good options). This will provide you with a very enjoyable experience and give you a good idea of what dining in Japan is like. Overall, the restaurant quality and service is worth 5 stars, but the prices are high, even higher than what you would find in Japan, therefore ultimately I settled on giving the restaurant 4 stars. If you are OK with spending the money and love the Japanese dining experience and food, then this place is definitely worth it. If you are looking for a budget-friendly sushi restaurant and are willing to sacrifice a bit of service and quality, then there are many other options in the area.

    Chirashi Don
    C L.

    Went for dinner while in town on business. While I gave it a 4 star, it's really more like a 3.5 star. The staff was friendly and the food was good and fresh but there wasn't any "wow" factor about anything I had. I had agedashi tofu which had a nice chewy skin and soft interior but the tofu was bland and the dipping sauce also bland. The chirashi had fresh fish but the rice was too lightly seasoned, and the arrangement was average. Lastly, the hamachi kama was fresh and nicely broiled but there was too much seasoning on it and the dipping sauce tasted more like a soy sauce than a ponzu sauce.

    Garrett O.

    Me and my friend actually found this place through yelp. I saw they were 4 1/2 stars and we agreed to give it a go. The location isn't grey but that's no fault to the business. It's located in a little valley next to a Kroger. The parking was ungodly but not terrible. The place itself was very beautiful actually. Not to many people, nice music, and beautiful arrangement of chairs. I was wondering why yelp said to call for reservations, it's because I'm sure at night they are packed because the seating was very limited. So take heed and call. The menu was a little bland, but the beautiful waitress was very helpful in answering any questions we had and making suggestions to what we preferred. I got the makilo dinner. Comes with 2 6 rolls of your choice of sushi, soup and salad. I also got an order of sushi rice. The sushi rice was OMG amazing: it wasn't hit regular rice which is what I thought it was, just with a different name, they actually infuse the seaweed with the rice. No grain was left! The sushi (which I'm always a skeptic about) was delicious! My date and I both agreed that out of the majority of sushi places we have enjoyed, this ranked in the top 3. Even the salad was amazing! They use some type of orange citrus dressing that I would but by the bottle if they had it. Originally I didn't think it was going to be enough but it was 100% filling. If you are in the area and looking for some good sushi, do it! Oh and 21+ lol the lady didn't even ID me. The hot saki was just what I needed. The price in total was very well! $37.90 for two complete meals. Don't be a stranger here! I even got a business card and showed it to this girl at Victoria's Secret. !!!

    Garden Salad w/ Slightly sweet, ginger sesame dressing, Seaweed Salad and the Traditional Japanese Miso Soup  Delicious!

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    I excellent sushi and great service. They fit us in on a busy Friday night and were so gracious for our business.

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    Great quality service and sushi/sashimi! The fish was so fresh and buttery. I loved the variety of…read morefish in the Chirashi. The Super Crunch roll was crunchy with freshly fried shrimp tempura. Not to mention, all of our dishes were plated beautifully and came out quickly. The miso soup and salad were yummy, as well. When you walk in, the environment is very cozy with lots of pictures from loyal and regular customers. Will definitely be returning as it's some of the best sushi I've had in Georgia.

    Long story short: waited 40 minutes for sushi so lackluster that I felt it was a crime against the…read morefish who died to be in the rolls. Genuinely curious about the generous cuts of fish I saw in others' experiences as all our rolls were small (think the size of a big toe for reference...) I normally choose to not write a review if I have a poor first-time experience at a family restaurant and opt to visit again, but this visit was so disastrous that I cannot stomach the thought of round two. Service: First dish (ton-katsu) came out after ~30 minutes after ordering. Rolls came out 45 minutes after order. The restaurant was not packed. We were notified ONCE by our server while she hastily dropped off the ton-katsu saying "your sushi is late but you know all of it is." Food: - Ton-katsu (3/5): The sides (potatoes, miso, and salad) were fine. The meat was intriguing. It was impossible to eat without it falling apart as there were evidently two different mystery cuts of meat (one dark, one white) packed together. The texture of the dark meat resembled that of stale hamburger patty and the white meat was probably pork tenderloin? Regardless, it was fried nicely, but was incredibly dry and overall meh (especially for the price). -Georgia Roll (1.5/5): I love wasabi and spice in general, but this was not it. The wasabi mayo had way too much wasabi and it was inconsistently distributed throughout the roll. Almost inedible. The roll itself was not packed tightly and started falling apart before I started even eating it. -Dynamatic Roll (2/5): Overall, it was fine as there were no glaring errors that pushed it to the inedible front. The amount of eel inside was negligible and there were pieces that didn't even have any towards one end. Roll was also packed poorly and fell apart before we touched it. -Fried Scallop Roll (1/5): Wayyy too much eel sauce inside the roll. All I could taste was overly sweet teriyaki. 2 of the 8 of the pieces didn't even have a single scallop-- only tempura bits! Despite being fried, the scallops were cold inside, which was an odd experience. All I could taste was eel sauce and raw onion. Did we finish the food? Yes, because I don't want to waste food. However, I could not on good conscience recommend it to even my non-existent enemies.

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    Kuroshio is one of those spots you keep coming back to because it's just reliable. Kuroshio Sushi…read moreBar and Grille has a laid-back atmosphere, friendly staff, and the food comes out fresh. Let's talk about the Cha Cha Cha roll -- that is my favorite for a reason. It's flavorful, well-made, and never misses. I've ordered it multiple times and it's always consistent, which matters. Customer service has always been great whenever I've visited, and the menu has plenty of options if you're with a group. If you're in Smyrna and craving sushi, this is a solid choice.

    Ordered the Beauty and the Beast and Rainbow Rolls, the smell was off putting, stale is the best…read moreway to describe it. The rice was slimy and dry. Ingredients were NOT fresh, really it wouldn't surprise me if it had been in a display case all day, that's about what it felt like to eat it. The price was higher than most other sushi places I've been to in the Marietta area so I was hoping for fresh and delicious sushi, but it was actually unappetizing and presentation was sloppy and disproportionate. One roll was basically empty, just rice and seaweed. Certainly not appropriate for a Japanese dish! Can't say I am excited to try this place again. I know several other sushi spots that are consistent and reliable! Save your appetite for a better restaurant. This was a takeout order, nothing to report for service and ambiance.

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    5/5 Yakitori Janbeli…read moreI was in town for a business trip and decided to give Yakitori Janbeli a try after seeing all the glowing online reviews and the Food Network hype. I stopped by on a Tuesday evening around 8 PM, placed a call-in order, and it was ready in about 20 minutes--super convenient! I went with the fried rice and the Korean-style fried chicken. The place has a nice moderate-sized space with pleasant outdoor seating, and the staff was really friendly when I picked up my order. Once I got back and dug in, it was clear they use super fresh ingredients, and everything tasted like it was made to order. The fried rice had nice, layered flavors, and the chicken had a clean, crisp bite with a tasty sauce drizzled on top. Honestly, I couldn't quite see what all the major hype was about, but it was still a solid, good-quality meal with great presentation. That said, given the other more affordable options in the area with better portions, I probably wouldn't go back on my next visit. Would recommend if you're looking for fresh, quality ingredients in a convenient spot!

    Yakitori Jinbei was an ok option that seemed to have more misses than hits…read more While the inside is cool with a sushi bar and some solid service, I think the meal itself was where something was missing. I shared the Karaage and Korean fried chicken with my friends and didn't find either to be something I would reorder, however I will say that my friends all spoke highly of the Korean fried chicken. For my main, I had the Wagyu Maki and it didn't live up to the expectations or price at all. We finished off with the mochi which was very tasty. I'll caveat this all with adding my friends who had the ramen and fried rice enjoyed their meals a lot more than mine. This could be a result of just ordering better items or just having a one-off bad experience myself. Overall, I think if you're avoiding seafood then Yakitori Jinbei might not be the best place to try in my personal experience.

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    5/5 stars I was in town for a business trip and decided to…read morestop by The Orient on a Wednesday evening after a long day of meetings. Since I wasn't in the mood to sit down and eat, I went ahead and placed a call-ahead order for their House Lo Mein along with an order of fried chicken wings. The restaurant itself is fairly spacious with a nice, welcoming atmosphere once you step inside. The décor gives off a classic Chinese restaurant vibe that feels comfortable and relaxing. Parking, however, is a bit of a mixed bag. The spots right in front of the building are limited, so I ended up using the extended parking lot, which was a little dark and had that slightly eerie feeling at night -- nothing too wild or dangerous, but definitely not the most well-lit area I've seen. When I arrived to pick up my order, I was pleasantly greeted right at the door by the staff, who provided genuinely friendly and efficient customer service. That warm welcome made the whole pickup process smooth and quick. Once I got back to my hotel room and finally dug into the food, I have to say the House Lo Mein was prepared with fresh ingredients and good quality noodles and vegetables. It wasn't the most outstanding lo mein I've ever tasted in my life -- I've had versions that were more flavorful and better seasoned -- but it certainly wasn't the worst either. I'd honestly describe it as pretty mid-tier: solid, reliable, and worth what I paid for it on that particular evening. The fried chicken wings, on the other hand, really stood out to me. They were extra crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and actually had some noticeable flavor and seasoning, which made them quite enjoyable. All in all, it was a decent and satisfying meal that hit the spot after a tiring day. The portions were generous enough, and the value felt reasonable. I could definitely see myself returning to The Orient sometime in the future if I find myself back in the area and in need of a quick Chinese takeout option. That said, with plenty of other restaurants nearby that offer more affordable prices and bolder flavors, it probably wouldn't be my absolute first choice the next time I'm craving something similar. Still, if you're looking for a convenient, no-fuss spot with friendly service and consistently okay-to-good food, The Orient is worth considering.

    I met a friend here for dinner, and we really enjoyed our drinks and sushi. We might make this our…read morenew meeting spot since it's halfway between our homes. The service was attentive and helpful. The manager, we think that's who he was, also stopped by to check on our evening. It's got a great vibe. There are many places that you could bring me to, so if you wanna be away from the hibachi and have a quiet area, or you can be in the mix, The espresso martini was strong and too sweet. I started with the hot-and-sour soup. It was so good, and my friend started with a ginger salad. Our favorite roll was the one with multiple types of fish, rolled with cucumber. It was so fresh and delicious. It's a little hard to eat, but totally worth the effort. We also had a Sheldon room with spicy tuna, and it was square instead of the regular roll, and we really enjoyed that one, too. When we come back, we'll be tempted to order the same rolls, if we can figure out what they're called, but if not, there are so many other phenomenal options on the menu we'd be happy with.

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    I went this weekend and had such a great experience. My server, Selena, was the sweetest and super…read moreattentive. I ordered Yakatori Omakasi, which was an experience. I loved the garlic chicken and the steak skewers. The grilled pineapple was divine. The flavors were perfectly balanced, yet still interesting. Everything was tasty. I highly recommend! Location is a bit tricky to find. The restaurant is inside the main building, not a standalone space. Once you enter, make a left turn and go down the ramp. You will pass an art installation on stage. The restaurant will be on the right.

    Great ambiance and decor! However, I came for the food after seeing the 5 star reviews. I recently…read moretried Okiboru in Sandy Springs and was blown away with the flavors of the Tonkotsu ramen, bao buns, all the apps. It was perfection. i decided to try Enso because it's closer and wanted to compare especially with the stellar reviews. I ordered the Tonkotsu (of course), 3 different skewers, baos and a curry entre. The baos had incredible flavor but the texture of the pork was a little tough and chewy. All the skewers were just okay and small for the price. The garnish under the skewers was really good and flavorful. Now, on to my main thing.... The Tonkotsu. My whole purpose for coming here. Disgusting!!! The broth tasted like dirty sink water with no salt or flavor!! The pork was flavorless and not tender. The fixings were all blah. Such a shame because it was visually pretty. I was so disappointed. The waiter asked me how was it. I told her it was very lackluster. She didn't try to do anything to satisfy the customer. I kept it cute and didn't make a fuss because I knew Id never return. All the food looked better than it tasted besides the curry rice bowl which was good. If you want authentic, bold Japanese ramen and dishes (40% cheaper too) , take the trip to Okiboru. I'm giving it 3 stars instead of 2 because it was very clean with a nice bathroom. The food is easily 2 starts. (Lunch Menu. Not dinner).

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