Interesting restaurant that's split between casual Japanese entrees and another side of the restaurant closed off for a more formal omakase meal. The "cute" side is very anime themed, even have anime like one piece playing on a projector at the back. The menu is very anime themed with animations as supporting background, but to me it was a little overwhelming. Seemed like there was too much going on with the anime and picture of the food, then the texts were blended into the anime, so it was hard to read the entree description, especially with dim lighting. Only criticism I'd make for improvement is to add more tuna based speciality roles. Majority are salmon. Crunchy salmon or fried something with salmon, I asked the waiter if the chef can make a crunchy tuna roll and he did, but at extra charge. They do have chefs specials and à la carte features like tuna nigiri for $8 for 2 pieces and 3 pieces of tuna sashimi for $12. Staff were extremely friendly and sincere. This one waitress ran after a customer thinking the cash left on the counter was money forgotten by the patron, not tip. The food was decent here and they are open pretty late. Chill and laid back environment to have a decent sushi meal. Will be back to try to omakase next time. read more

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A little confusing walking in. Walking to the right is a different spot but no branding. Then I turn to the left and it goes into the izakaya. I came in but they seemed to be having AC issues but had a one of the soccer matches playing on a projector. The space has booths which for a larger person is a bit difficult to squeeze into. Decorations are all over and it's a cool looking space to be in. Service was fast and friendly. I got the Sakura Bowl. Sashimi in the bowl and ikura was great. It tasted fresh. The only thing I did not like was the ponzu sauce. I think it turned or the balance of the citrus was a bit off, because it was sour and not pleasant. I ended up also getting the monk liver as well, but the ponzu also put the flavor off. I like the dish overall but it seems dull. I probably would have liked a chirashi or sashimi dish more. Sushi seems better to get. read more

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Great food and staff. A little bit more pricey than usual for a drink and cocktail. Have to dock a point for all the AI plastered everywhere. Takoyaki had good ratio of crispy to soft. Inside moist but not wet. Octopus was not noticeable or tastable. Conservative use of mayo. read more

Hoo Izakaya - Takoyaki - Japanese Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

My go-to ramen spot. It's delicious every single time, ugh! We tried a couple other things pictured, don't remember names but they were also yummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm! read more

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The food was amazing, we couldn't believe how delicious each item was. We honestly found our favorite spot to come everytime we have ramen craving. The service was super well. Not sure what other people are saying. The server was very attentive and the food came out super quick. The ambience is just pure cinema. The decor is beautiful and honestly makes you feel like you flew to Japan. Will definitely come again and will definitely recommend this place. read more

Staff was very lovely! Everyone showed great hospitality. In terms of ambiance, Hoo Izakaya is smaller in size than you would expect, so I'd recommend coming here with smaller parties. There was an incense in the room that I wasn't a huge fan of and felt the smell was a bit too strong. Prices were a bit up there, but it is what I'd expect from an Izakaya. Hotate Onsen: This was my favorite appetizer. Very unique blend of flavors and refreshing. Chicken Karaage: Portion size was appropriate, and chicken was not too greasy. The batter itself didn't have much flavor, so I think it could be improved with a sauce at the side/as a topping. Sushi Rolls: Yummy rolls. Nothing outstanding in my opinion but also not bad. read more

Hoo Izakaya - Hotate Onsen - Japanese Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

Nice experience for dinner. Service was great and it's a fun environment to be in with a group of friends. We tried the hamachi sun-kissed. Fish was fresh with a little bit of spice from the jalapeño. Wish it had a little more of the dipping sauce. The fries with spicy mayo were crunchy with a good seasoning. The chicken karage was a nice size portion. It was crispy and flavorful it paired well with the fries spicy mayo sauce. Hubby loved his spicy tonkotsu ramen. Said it's one of the better ones he has tried in the area. Glad to have this spot close to us. Can't wait to be back and try some of their fun cocktails. read more

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Best cocktails in Gwinnett. Bartender Jose knows how to make a proper drink. Cocktail menu is really creative and interesting but even the standards are good here. Food is ok. The sashimi kaisem bowl is alright. The chicken karage potion is huge and perfect for sharing but bland. Service is always good here. The place has a good ambiance to it booths and one large table for groups but the bar is great place to sit and enjoy the drinks. Highly recommend this place. read more

Food was good, service was excellent and they even gave us a free cake as we're celebrating birthday as well. We didn't expect it but thank you so much for. We highly recommend this restaurant . Detson was very kind too and always checks up on us if we still have water read more

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We visited during their soft opening, so I understand there might still be a few kinks to work out. The location is relatively easy to find, right next to Gu Thai-- We were greeted by the host, but honestly, the service could have been a bit more helpful. It seemed like some of the food was sourced from Gu Thai, while other dishes were specific to the new restaurant. The appetizers were tasty, but the entrees lacked the bold flavors we were hoping for. The ambiance was great, with EDM music setting a unique vibe. That said, the bartender and what I believe was the owner were both very friendly and attentive, which made a positive impression. A downside was the lack of bathrooms, which would've been nice to have. Overall, the experience was decent. Looking forward to seeing how they evolve as they settle in. read more

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How lovely is the staff! Everyone shows great hospitality and genuinely looks happy to be a part of the team that runs this place led by Jak. AMBIANCE: Hoo Izakaya is smaller in size than you expect, yet it's got room for lots of laughter, intimate conversations, and smiles at the bar. There is a large projector screen nestled in the back by the long table that serves a group. It shows the video matching the music, which is a type of EDM that could take you through a night in the bar - it's got a beat, varying tempos and volumes, and not too much variation. SERVICE: Knowledgeable for sure, it is clear that this staff spends time together exploring and developing their menu. They are friendly and certainly add to the vibe and appeal. Everyone that works here works as a team, and they bustle around in the background so that people have a smooth and customer-centric experience. APPETIZERS: This is the definition of Izakaya, and it's definitely fun to eat in the setting with the bar and music playing. Takoyaki - Yes! They have mastered this. The size of the takoyaki is great so that it doesn't fall apart and still maintains its crispy outside the center is warm and fluffy. To each their own when it comes to takoyaki size and texture, so do as you wish :) Chicken karaage - like all of its kind, this gets cold quite quickly. It's wonderful here because the pieces are an appropriate size and there is not an excess of oil or of breading. The batter itself doesn't have much flavor apart from saltiness, so it would probably fair well with a sauce at its side or some sort of topping. Tamago: This is more dense than a usual tamago. It's prepared welll and the mantaiko sauce on top does the trick. The density seems to add to a slight bit of dryness on the outside, but it's better than others. Tamago is usually a bit of an afterthought, especially since the flavor is difficult to exact, so I give them credit here. KAISEN-DON and SUSHI: The fish is definitely fresh, let's start with that. I really appreciated the options on this menu because of the room for customization and trying a bit of everything. The kaisen-don menu is easily digestible (no pun intended... I promise I don't make that joke often) in that there are 3 options that vary mainly in fish type. Each one can be "upgraded" to include uni and ikura or to include premium fish options. The descriptions on the menu are pretty helpful. This dish comes out on a really nice wooden board with seaweed to make a handheld experience (albeit there are only 3 pieces). It's a bit fisher than a nigiri, so be sure you like to eat a few different bites of raw fish. It's worth mixing the rice at the end with the soy sauce raw egg and pouring the ochazuke (a warm tea-like liquid) to make for a second experience. It ends up tasting like you'd think given the main ingredients are sushi rice and soy sauce/egg. The sushi options pair well with the chef's specials. You can choose nigiri in different combinations, and that comes with 6 pieces of a roll of your choice. These rolls are not a long list of specials, but rather a succinct list of simple rolls that are unique and pair well in taste and in plating with the nigiri. They are even still working together to expand and adjust their menu. I'd definitely order this again. DRINKS: The bartender is as fun as one should be. It's obvious that he enjoys the art of new recipes, and he is happy to describe any drink and make recommendations. Jose is always experimenting with the menu, and the customers' taste buds are a top priority. SIDES: Okay... don't write a review about eggs, girl. Sorry, I must! Lots of places do the ramen egg well, so this joins the crew. What I appreciate about Hoo's egg is that there's a subtle sweetness mixed with the perfect touch of vinegar so that it leaves a delicate taste. It goes without saying (well, a lot was said), that Hoo's has a Sugarloaf Duluth setting that is unmatched. Hop over here after Paris Baguette to enjoy the night as if you don't live in the suburbs! read more

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Decent Food poor customer service. This used to be my goto sushi spot for good food and decent service. Tonight was our last meal due to poor customer service. We ordered four items on the menu, pork shoyu ramen, scallop sashimi, two bowls of their specialty items. The ramen and scallops came out fairly quickly with a 50-min wait time from second item to main dishes. No explanation with multiple servers just walking by staring without checking in or asking about our ordered items. Gentleman was kind enough to apologize for backup at the sushi bar due to large party which I had to initiate asking. The person who was manager and maybe owner only offered empty apology not even trying to do better. Goto Sushi Co. Which will now be our goto sushi and sashimi spot going forward. read more

Pretty average place. The interior is nice and clean. The service was good. Personally feel the food is maybe 2 stars. Gave an extra star since they had good service. If you are looking for an authentic Japanese food experience this is not the place (unfortunately, not may places in Atlanta that can provide such a thing). Food is average at best. I will say that overall the flavors are decent, but just not really a Japanese culinary experience. If you live close by and looking for a place to grab some food and a drink maybe worth your time, but not not really worth a drive to get to. read more

This is my first time trying this place and overall I have a really good experience. The servers were very attentive and patient to explain the menu to me. The environment is well decorated to fit the theme of the restaurant. I have the mini Kaisen Don and spicy tonkatsu ramen. Both are delicious. But I love the mini Don more. Cool little place to check out. read more

Hoo Izakaya - Mini don - Japanese Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

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It's okay. Menu is not same as you see on Yelp. It's typical Korean own Japanese restaurant, That's I thought. Little too much TRYING I see as Japanese. And the Egg souce thing... no bueno. Why? Ponzu??? With egg??? No to me. read more

Hoo Izakaya - Japanese Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

(SOFT OPENING) just okaaaayyyy.. food was mehhh but drinks were FIRE! The bartender here is GREAT! food tho, not so great. The "Viral Japanese Kaisen-Don"'is NOT worth almost $40, don't waste your time or money on that. The vibes in here are awesome, but it's also super small. So if you have a group more than like 4 people... get ready to wait. Definitely want to come back for grand opening to drink more of Jose's cocktails and try out any new possible menu options (2 be continued.......) read more

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We tried this place for the first time and it didn't disappoint. There were two of us and we ordered 3 rolls which was filling for the both of us portion wise which is similar to most sushi places we go to. We tried the Double Crunchy Roll, Spicy Salmon, and Hamachi love Tuna. The texture of the Double Crunchy Roll was my favorite I would definitely recommend to someone who likes tempura shrimp. The taste of the Spicy Salmon was really good it was just a slight spice so the flavoring was good without being too overpowering. The Hamachi love Tuna would probably be my least favorite roll. It was a combination of the main component being tuna and it being hot in spice and temperature. I think the combination of this with the other rolls was also off putting. If you like tuna and hot in spice and temperature I would recommend just a warning. The ambiance and area itself was really nice I like how it felt homey almost with the seating and decorations. There were photos of staff and customers with some funny images which I liked. It was a very inviting place. I will say the water tasted a little odd to me could be since it was tap maybe but I just have a weird preference for water. The service was decent I will say since we came late they may not have many people working hence it being a little slow. There was one man taking orders, making drinks, and serving. I would assume there are more people working earlier in the day. I will definitely be returning since the quality of sushi was good might have to come earlier in the day though. read more

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The inside is really cool. Feels like your time travel straight to a hole in the wall in Japan. I got the spicy tonkatsu and it was the perfect spice level. It's rare to find Kirin Ichiban on draft, if you haven't tried it and like beer give it a try. The bar tender Jose is really cool and attentive. Definitely will be coming back here for all my ramen needs. Thanks Hōō read more

Hoo Izakaya - Ramen spicy tonkatsu extra egg - Japanese Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

I ordered a pick up for one of the bowls and found hair in the rice. Other items I ordered were good. read more

Hoo Izakaya - Hair in bowl - Japanese Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

Really good pork Tonkatsu ! Loved the marinated egg. Would recommend for dinner or lunch read more

Hoo Izakaya - Pork Tonkatsu - Japanese Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

Very good ramen spot to try. I was pleasantly surprised to walk into the restaurant and feel like I was back in Okinawa. The artwork strongly resembled ramen spots I'd walk into in Japan. I didn't have high hopes for the spicy tonkatsu but, it turned out to be incredible. And the servers were welcoming and attentive. I'll definitely be back with some folks. read more

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With all the good choices out there for Japanse food, I found this hyped up restaurant to be disappointing. The food is decent but nothing special. Service is OK but kind of amateurish. The waiter "recommended" a $20 drink - gee thanks (I passed). Family of three cost $203 including tip (ouch). read more

Neat interior and many menu items that are unique compared with standard sushi options. But for our table of 3, one person never got their order. The waiter never checked on us and after 2 of us had finished our meal someone finally came and we let them know that one of us never got dinner. The reply? "Oops our kitchen is shared with another restaurant and they were really busy. Sorry, but we did remove it from the bill." $70 for 2 dinners, service simply does not match the high price tag. read more

Small sushi restaurant. Love the style and decorations. They have low EDM music that plays while you eat. small and medium size seating , also bar seating. I was at the soft opening so it's really hard to judge but it was limited menu but food was good and service was ok. Parking is ok , can seeing it be difficult around busy times. But if u just wanted a quick bite it's not a bad place to try. Also it's connected to the Thai restaurant next door so don't get confused. Nightclub vibes up stairs, stay open to 12am read more

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I was excited to try this new place that opened right across the Assi Plaza on Old Peachtree. It's a part of the 4 restaurant chain located in the building next to Gu Thai, an omakase restaurant, and a future sushi handroll place opening soon. The place was quite small, not a lot of seating. It only has one big table, so big groups are not ideal here. The 4 restaurants share a bathroom and is located on the opposite end of Hoo, which is a terrible idea, especially for an izakaya where people will drink. It's still soft opening, so menu is still pretty limited. Prices are quite high though considering the portions you are getting. The only thing I liked were the appetizers (chicken karage and takoyaki). Ramen was just salt, both the broth and the noodles. Not much of a strong flavor outside of the saltiness. The signature sashimi don was okay.. there were a couple that tasted super fishy and not fresh at all. I'm quite disappointed. Service was all over the place as well. Hoping they'll add more to the menu and will work on the flavors. read more

Came here to a quick bite and was amazed at the decor and the food was amazing!! My husband loved the broth for his spicy tonkatsu, light and salty but not heavy. Love the atmosphere, would recommend to anyone who loves ramen!! read more

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This is wow! Omoide Yokocho in Suwanee. Cozy but super vibes! Everything is so fresh and clean and flavorful. Service is top notch. The best sashimi, so yum!! read more

The food was absolutely delicious! The service was excellent. I got the Pork Miso ramen which was filled with lots of flavor. We had the fat dragon roll and and roll I cannot remember the name, but even the rolls were phenomenal! read more

Fish tasted pretty fresh, but really nothing special. Kinda pricey for what you get. Service was ok. read more

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Just amazing if you ever stop here ask for the drink woth cucumber it will cha ge your lofe and the food did not disappoint. Amazing service and the ambiance was so.wthing speacial. read more

Hoo Izakaya - Wonderful best sushi and ramen around ATL and the dri ks amazinf one of a kind. 10/10 - Japanese Near Me - Duluth, Georgia

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The ambiance is electrifying with neon signs and delicate stringed Japanese artwork. Seating is on DIY plywood with cushions. Service is immaculate, but I was the only customer at the time of visit. I got their Signature (Regular) Kaisen-Don and paid $47 after tip. Maybe I'm not very acquainted with what the dish is supposed to taste like, but I did not have a pleasant aftertaste. The flavors were one dimensional, and the portion of fish you get is scant. Keep your expectations modest when visiting here. read more

My fiancé and I had and amazing experience here tonight! The food, service and drinks were STUPENDOUS! Shaun was our server he was so attentive and nice. I wish I got more pictures of our food it was all so beautifully presented. The atmosphere was perfect for a night out. I can't recommend this place enough! read more

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Very incompetent staffs, food is not clean and cause me sick. Will not go back even if it is free.

Tried this sushi place and everything was delicious. I tried their bowl which you make hand rolled sushi from a great set of ingredients. Wife had the spicy ramen and it was delicious as well read more

Food was amazing! Wait staff was awesome! Also $4 dollar pints of Kirin! We will deff be back

Maybe because it's a soft opening- food is awful, wayyyyyy too loud and def not authentic Japanese.

The izakaya looks cozy and nice just like Japanese owned place, but the food and the quality is Chinese owned Japanese restaurant... So fake. Seems like the chef never been to Japan. read more