Wow this place was a life saver on MLK Day since it was sooo cold lol. This spot is located inside…read moreBambolima which is an Italian spot serving pizza which is a win for us since I got ramen and my daughter order cheese pizza. The service was great and our server was amazing. The ambiance was a little bar feeling with lots of wood tables which I liked. Now let's get to the food.. Pork buns: the pork was cooked perfectly and the bun was nice and soft. The sauce went well everything and it's a great starter dish. Spicy Kimchi Ramen- this consists of pork belly, pickled mushrooms, kimchi and fried garlic. The ramen was really good and had a lot of flavor with just the right amount of spice from the kimchi. Perfect for a cold day! Colonel Sanders Ramen- this had a pork broth with fried chicken and was delicious and moist. Also had corn with Vermont butter which you can taste through the bowl. This dish was the highlight for me and I'll definitely be back again. If you're in Salem, MA and are craving ramen then be sure to give this place a try.

This is a unique establishment in Salem, as it is two restaurants in one: Bambolina for pizzas,…read morepastas, and Italian fare, and Kokeshi for ramen and more Asian options. After seeing the price of the wood-fired pizzas and their actual size as they came out of the oven and were delivered to tables around us, my friend and I decided to stick with the Kokeshi side of things. We ordered an appetizer of Shishito peppers, which were outstanding: I did not know what to expect and whether they would be spicy or not, but these were perfectly roasted with soy, ginger, and scallions. I would 10 out of 10 order these again. For my main dish I ordered the spicy white kimchi ramen, which had Tokyo wavy noodles, roasted pork belly, cilantro, corn, spicy marinated mushrooms, scallions, fried garlic, and cilantro oil. Wow! What a flavor combination! From savory to spicy to sweet to smooth to crunchy and crispy. Overall it was a pretty perfect meal. In terms of the atmosphere, we sat at a high table in the middle of the restaurant, which gave it a more family atmosphere vibe, sitting right next to others. What I particularly loved was the 90s hip-hop soundtrack playing in the background. Notably, it was not blaring loud so that you had to yell to hear the person across from you (always a pet peeve of mine at restaurants). Our server was friendly and checked on us often to make sure we had everything we needed. This was my first trip to Kokeshi but it will not be my last, as it has become my new favorite restaurant in Salem.

We got pho to go since they were about to close in half an hour, thought it would be pointless to…read moreeven sit and eat in a rush. My husband loves the pho in here and I do too. The broth is flavorful and has the right balance of flavor. The inside doesn't seem too big but they got enough seating for dine in. Would def get more food here at some point

The Asian options around Peabody are limited so we decided to give this place a try. The restaurant…read moreis located in a small strip mall next to a gas station. It's an old appearing Vietnamese restaurant with minimum decorations inside. They have a big menu with 157 items on it. We ordered the Bún bò Huế which is a classic Vietnamese dish, but it was not good at all. The meat inside the dish was so inedible, they gave lots of beef tendon and a piece of pork bone that didn't have any meat on it. Moreover, the dish wasn't even a bit spicy like it's supposed to be. We also got the house pho which was just so-so. The service was standard.

Dumpling Garden deserves 5 stars for a multitude of reasons:…read more- Kind and attentive staff - Large menu with lots of good stuff - Some of the best dumplings in the area - Boba! - Open late (my favorite part) - A charm that cannot be put into writing I love finding dumplings that feel and taste authentic. It can be hard in the north shore but dumpling garden does a great job!

Upon entering the establishment, my husband and I noticed that on a table to the left there was a…read moregiant container of crab Rangoon filling and another with the wrappers for them. We ordered our meal and waited for about 30 minutes. The entire time we were there that container of cream cheese and seafood filling sat out for everyone to see with not even a plastic wrap to keep it from dust, possible pests, bacteria, etc... Then a man came into the building smelling like cigarettes, and proceeded to start making crab rangoons. Do better Dumpling Garden!

Excellent pho! Great broth nice noodles best broth in mass . I've tried many places and I his is my…read moretop choice

Long's Noodle House is a Vietnamese restaurant off of route one in Saugus, MA. It is located inside…read moreof a strip mall with plenty of parking. It has bar seating area and table dining as well. The restaurant is one of the more modern decorated Vietnamese restaurants compared to traditional mom and pop's Vietnamese restaurants that I am used to. I appreciate the vietbamese street scene mural that they have going and I appreciate their effort and attention to detail. For appetizer, we ordered the Vietnamese fish sauce fried chicken wings. It was very good! This is a must! Sadly, they didn't have the betel leaves beef/pork skewer. I will have to come back another time. For entree, I ordered pho while my husband ordered the bun cha Ha Noi, and my kids shared the rice plate with pork chop and fried egg. My pho broth was very clear, and very light in flavor. It was very reminiscent of how my mother would make her pho, very subtle flavors and with wide pho rice noodles. Long's pho I would say is more akin to Northern Vietnamese pho so if you're looking for more salty and fragrant pho, this might not be for you. I love additional pickled vinegar garlic slices that are available at each table as well. I have never seen this at any Vietnamese restaurant in MA. The bun cha Ha Noi, the was good, but I would try something other next time. The rice plate we ordered had pork chops, fried eggs, and what was supposed to be pork skin, however, the pork skin was not up to standard so the owner replaced it with grilled chicken for us. Pork chops were a little over cooked. They are still very new. I think playing some music will help with the kitchen banter. Service was friendly and fast. Food came out at a very good pace. I feel like their drinks and appetizers menu might be the place to start if you're not adventurous. I will definitely be back to try more of their dishes. See my pictures!

Good food, decent prices!…read more I especially liked the snapper with jalapenos! Left very full and happy.

The All You can eat sushi is delicious and the service was excellent, I would recommend this place…read moreand will be back.

The sushi was so good and fresh! I sat at the bar and watched all the chefs cut the fish right in…read morefront of me! We got a ton of different bites and enjoyed each one. The staff are helpful if you don't know what kind of raw fish to try next and they are quite attentive. Great place for a date or group dinner this place has fancy vibe while not absolutely destroying your bank for fresh fish!!

They are very careful with food allergies, have lots of gluten and dairy free options, food is…read moredelicious, service is fantastic, sake was incredible!

Buyer beware!!! We…read moredecided to order Chinese food from Su Chang in Peabody for New Year. We placed the order online on Monday 12/29. It went well. Tues afternoon we received a call from the restaurant telling us that they were going to charge us 50% more for our order. Our order was 100.00 dollars and so we would be charged an additional 50.00 dollars. What just happened????? There was no mention of this gauging practice on their website. The caller proceeded to tell my husband that the restaurant doesn't make any money etc. etc... I don't understand what happened. Is this supply and demand?? How can they get away with these practices? I will file a complaint with the AG and see what happens. Terrible customer service! Will never purchase from this group of thieves again.

As good as ever. Been suffering thru Florida Chinese (ick) missing particularly the…read moredumplings...her crab Rangoon...and scallion pie. No one makes scallion pie down there at all! The servers were lovely and professional as always, and it was bustling with many familiar locals. Looking forward to next time I'm home! Maybe when it's a bit warmer.....

Food was excellent- veggie pancake was too notch, as were the short ribs and rice. The hot stone…read morebowl really made the rice stay nice and hot the whole time we were eating it!

Drove all the way here from Boston to try this out! And must say, was very impressed with the food…read morehere--it was well worth the drive indeed. Have tried many of the Korean restaurants in Allston and this, K Restaurant, seems to outrank them all! As for service -- indeed you pay first, but was a bit confused about the server/front desk who pretty much tell you to order before seated (choosing your own table), take your order, serve you with all the food, etc -- literally she handles all the customer service stuff -- wondering why she did not appear at pleasant or smile at all. Don't get me wrong, fully aware of wide range of personalities -- some appear more excited and enthusiastic than others others -- even without the the usual tipping at the end, and especially with the tipping at the end. Here, of course you pay -- and finalize your tip or no time before being served with your food, but still the server did not appear to greet or show those standard pleasantries expected all common in America ... She wasn't rude or anything. It just seems like she's not happy being there. Any event, just some thoughts here. Would definitely be back. And do recommend this place to others who want delicious meal but just note the above.

I've had numerous dishes from The Golden Monkey Cafe and they never disappoint! Nowadays, there are…read morefewer Cambodian restaurants in the area, so I make it a point to enjoy a delicious meal from here when I can. Every dish from here is a HIT! From the first bite, you can tell that this family owned spot puts their love and soul into every single dish. Their "Mekathang" AKA flat rice noodles are a family favorite. The sauce is savory with a rich consistency that coats every noodle. I usually get the beef and seafood option which comes with tender pieces of beef and juicy pieces of shrimp. The vegetables that come with the dish are always fresh and crisp, especially the baby corn. Their "Bai Sach Mon" AKA crispy chicken & rice is a go to comfort meal too. The chicken comes out fresh and crispy with a delicious sweet chili sauce on the side. Make sure you try their "Bai Cha" AKA fried rice!! It's so comforting and filling. If you're looking to try a more traditional homestyle dish, I recommend the "Cha Kreung" which is a lemongrass paste stir fry. You can choose either beef or chicken, both of which come packed with flavor that make this dish superrr comforting. They make this dish just like my yeay (grandma) does and it takes me back home. If you're looking for quick finger food, their Slap Mon AKA Chicken Wings and their "Kdam Roum" AKA Crab Rangoon Rolls are fresh and crispy every single time. Their "Hot Nu Mon" sauce for their wings is my absolute favorite, it's a spicy, citrusy, and slightly salty sauce that takes the wings to a whole new level. Be warned, this sauce is addicting! Their crab rangoons are packed full, they never skimp out, and they have a slight sweetness that makes them some of the best I ever had in my life. In addition to the food being delicious, their prices are really affordable which I understand must be difficult to maintain in our economy right now. On top of that, the restaurant is run by a family team with a husband and wife duo at the forefront of operations. They also make it a priority to be engaged with the community by giving back and serving food at local events. How could you not want to support? Their service is always amazing and super friendly. If you ever stop by while one of the owners, Peter, is at the register, you can tell right away that he cares for each and every customer that walks through the door. The rest of the staff never hesitate to help walk a customer through the menu if they're unfamiliar with dishes so don't be afraid to ask questions. Space is limited but if you do choose to dine-in, the staff are very attentive and kind as well. I really can't recommend this spot enough! The prices are fair, portions are huge, service is friendly, and the food is delicious!!

The grass chicken wings were delicious. Plus I got the Cambodian mango flush perfect. Also I got…read morethe Cambodian eggroll all the herb more than enough. Please give it a try. It was recommended to me and I'll be back.