Love harumi as always but was wondering what happened to the old cheesecake? It was really…read moredelicious and I could only find it here! The new one is not as good in my opinion I was wondering if it will ever come back? Let me know Harumi thank you!

We were going downtown for a concert, craving some sushi and found this place on Yelp. No…read morereservations available, I did check their website where you can be adding to a waitlist, but it stated currently no waitlist and invited us to just arrive at restaurant. We arrived a little after 5pm and the restaurant was mostly empty. But in the next 20 minutes it filled up and there was open sitting at the bar only. The mood was initially quiet but quickly turned more up beat as the restaurant filled and pop rock music was playing. We asked our waiter a few questions about a few of their rolls and he was very helpful with guidance and recommendations. We ordered Salmon Lemon, Spicy Tuna, Salmon Avocado Maki and California rolls to share for two. This restaurant uses purple rice rather than traditional white rice. This was the first time we have tried a sushi roll made with purple rice and we both loved it. It added a nutty flavor and hearty texture. Purple rice is similar to wild rice and far nutritionally superior to white rice with more antioxidant and fiber. Shortly after we ordered we were served a potsticker dish. I mentioned that we did not order the item and were informed the appetizer was complementary. We thanked the server and tasted the dish. The potstickers were nicely pan fried and had a great crust and flavorful chicken filling. Delicious! About five minutes later our rolls were delivered. All were fresh tasting and delicious. Our favorite was the Salmon Lemon roll. We loved the pop the lemon added. Honorable mentions to the Spicy Tuna roll, very well done, excellent balance of heat and flavors. We truly enjoyed our dining experience and look forward to returning. Highly recommended for a quality sushi experience!

It's probably been 20 years since I last ate here. And, it is as good as I remember it. It's family…read moreowned and operated and the staff are mostly the same, including the cook. The teriyaki chicken is a classily delicious option and that is tasty, hearty and served super fast. And, a they have ample parking. It is a small restaurant, and they have a drive-through option, too.

Great place for lunch or dinner. Started by a local family to showcase scratch-made Japanese…read morespecialties, Blue Fin is my favorite stop for a quick lunch or dinner that is healthier than fast food. When I first started coming here, owner Betsy Yee held command of the order desk with efficiency and charm. Always with a sparkle in her eye, she served her guests into her 80s, I think! Tonight I swung through the drive-thru for a spicy teriyaki bowl and Lyn Yee, the owner's daughter hustled my order out to me, even though there was a truck in front of me. What you'll get her is friendly service, a welcome familiarity, reliably good food and a reason to come back again and again. They use good ingredients and definitely don't skimp on serving size. A bowl always gets me two enjoyable meals! I am ashamed I haven't reviewed Blue Fin sooner! It's a legend in Central/Downtown food circles. Amid all the concepts that open with fanfare only to fizzle soon thereafter, Blue Fin stands true to its specialty by serving consistently good food...with a hustle and smile.

Lorina was absolutely amazing! she was very helpful when it came to cocktail recommendations and…read moreknew exactly what I wanted! she was very kind and funny, she made our experience amazing!

I was highly impressed. Poe, the house manager, remembered me and exactly what I liked, even though…read moreit had been a few months since my last visit. He was extremely attentive, and so was my sushi chef, Fernando. Lorisa, my waitress, was as sweet and friendly as can be. Now let's get to the food. The quality is definitely there. The sashimi was cut the correct way--not too thin and not too thick, exactly how it should be. They also have a good happy hour, but that is not the only reason to come here. I can only speak to the sashimi and sushi, but the quality was excellent and they serve fresh wasabi game changer. So for sushi Downtown I would say this is one of the best. They also have other offerings. There are others that once were good but lost there touch as they grew recomend.

Cherry Blossom Noodle Cafe was absolutely fantastic! The food and service were both excellent from…read morestart to finish. The ramen broth tasted authentic and rich, not artificial like you find at some places. The pork in the ramen was incredibly tender, flavorful, and practically melted in my mouth. I also ordered the spicy salmon rolls, and they were outstanding--fresh, delicious, and packed with flavor. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the entire experience even better. The small atmosphere and being able to see the staff making your dishes as well also adds to a great vibe. If you're looking for authentic ramen and great sushi in Phoenix, I highly recommend giving Cherry Blossom Noodle Cafe a try. I'll definitely be coming back!

A super cute local spot that serves Japanese food. It's very rare to find a spot that has katsu don…read moreand japanese style pasta. The restaurant was super busy for a sunday. I plan to return soon for bento boxes and more pasta!

Tastes as good as it looks. They really hook it up with the edamame too. Amazing quality.read more

Man idk what these reviews are talking about, I got the sashimi and it was really bad and clearly…read morefrozen. The flavor was nonexistent. And to make it even worse they didn't even give any ginger and not nearly enough wasabi. Great place if you want affordable rolls where you can barely taste the fish. Not if you like sushi tho

Genuinely one of the best Ramen places in AZ! My friend took me here tonight since its one of her…read morefaves, and I have to admit it's going on my restaurant recommendations list from now on. The service was lovely, the atmosphere felt intimate and genuine, and the food...My god the food! I have to recommend their creamy miso, the pork was cooked to perfection! If you do end up going, there is one thing on the menu you absolutely must try: The matcha tiramisu!! I am speechless to how good this is, its not super tiramisu-esq in flavor, yet their own rendition is impeccable, flavor and texture alike! I hope you guys try this little local shop, and I hope they have a fruitful future. Thanks again to the owners for a wonderful dinner :)

Came in for dinner on a Wednesday night after an event nearby. The restaurant had other diners, but…read morewas not busy. My friend and I were greeted right away and told to sit anywhere we'd like. There's plenty of seating available, including a long communal table. We chose a table near the entrance a friendly server came by shortly after. I ordered the creamy veggie ramen ($14.25) which comes with sesame paste, vegetable, green onion, and corn. I added a soft boiled egg for $2. The ramen was tasty and definitely on the creamy side. I enjoyed the flavor. I appreciate that they have a vegetarian option, I just wish the veggie came with tofu. Even though there's an option to add an egg, it's just not enough protein for me. My friend ordered the spicy miso ramen and loved it. When we saw homemade matcha tiramisu, we couldn't resist, so my friend and I shared an order. It was light and delicious and the matcha flavor was subtle. Highly recommend. We had a great experience and would recommend Ramen Kagawa to others.

5 star dinner restaurant in Central Phoenix. Asian noodle focus with bao buns. Drinks, service,…read moreand entrees were all top notch. Able to get a reservation for Thursday night at 6.30. Most of the lower set tables were taken so the rez came in handy. Ample bar seating available however. Greeted right away by server and offered drink menus. Both the drinks were phenomenal. I originally wanted the Asahi but they were out of it so they gave me a Japanese Lager from Los Angeles (?), blanking on the name. The Caipirinia was the other drink which was made authentically as well. No complaints on the bartender. Food was 3 Bao Buns and a Chow Mein entree with grilled chicken added on top. This was the perfect amount of food for 2 people. The Bao Buns were extremely soft and light on the breading. If you get them from Din Tai Fung they tend to be dough heavy. These were NOT like that. Chicken and Eggplant buns were tasty and had a light kick to them. Noodles were probably the weakest items, I prefer the rice/flat noodles, but these were normal chow mein noodles. But I had to split the dish with my dining companion who enjoyed the noodles quite a bit. I'd go with Udon or Flat Noodles next time and ask them to add chili flakes. No room for dessert but it sounded delicious, something with bananas. Mhmmm!

Found this spot while craving some Asian food, which can be surprisingly hard in this city. We…read morewalked in on a weekday about 30 mins before they closed and they happily seated us. There were still about 4 groups still in the restaurant, but was mainly open. I could see this place getting busy during the weekends though, so recommend a res if you're here during peak hours. We started with cold sake and a couple of cocktails. Super cute and yummy drinks, creative and complimented the overall theme. The Asahi beer was huge and came with an ice cold glass, perfect! We got the orange chicken and drunken noodles with added chicken breast. The food was fresh and tasty. I liked that the orange chicken came with rice, and was not overly breaded. The drunken noodles were pretty salty but overall good. These two entrees were enough for two people to take a little bit of leftovers home. Recommend for a nice date night or if looking for some Asian fusion. We'll be back!

Such a cute restaurant! Was greeted as we walked in and then shown to a table. They had happy hour…read morewhich had a lot to offer. Waters were brought to our table and we put in some appetizer orders and drinks. The 'Red Dragon' cocktail was delicious! Pork dumplings were crispy, chicken karaage was fresh and yummy, shrimp tempura came as a roll which was packed with flavors and topped with spicy mayo and eel sauce (which we loved!) We especially loved the Hachicko roll, my personal favorite! Everything was fresh, service was great, and everything was clean. Super delicious food and will definitely be back to try more of their sushi!

I felt like the sushi was pretty good!…read more Really cute inside, wasn't too busy when we went and the staff were all very welcoming!

I had sushi in Arizona and it was great! I would order it again too…read more This was one of the best restaurants we ate at while in Phoenix! Everyone in our party enjoyed their meal too. Noodle salad, shrimp tacos and the crispy chicken sandwich. The service was great too. We sat inside but the patio had misters. There were quite a few people sitting outside on their beautiful patio.

This is a really fun vibe. The deco is so chic. Love the walls that appear to have palm leaves…read moreblowing in the wind and birds flying through the breeze. The outdoor seating looks so nice and they have misters but our group chose to sit inside The espresso martini was delightful and the Cheech and Chong cocktail was also pretty nice. I tried the birria tacos which were full of flavor and bursting with spices The chips and guacamole were a nice surprise because I normally don't like restaurant guacamole. This was fire. The chips were the perfect amount of saltiness. Our server's name was Aiden and he was polite, kind and helpful. Can't wait to dine here again

We came here on a Friday night and were seated immediately, which was a great start to the evening…read more They offer happy hour from 2 p.m. to close, even on weekends, which is a huge plus and will definitely bring me back. Our group ordered a few different rolls, and every one of them was fantastic. The Rainbow Roll and the Las Vegas Roll were our favorites, fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The restaurant has a fun, energetic vibe and is a great spot to enjoy sushi and drinks.

Stopped in for lunch with my family on a Saturday around 11am and we were seated right away. My…read moreparents have been coming here for a while and always talk about how great the service is from Jin, now I understand why it keeps them coming back! It was my first time visiting and she was so friendly, attentive, and welcoming the entire time. I ordered the chicken teriyaki and it was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their food and the experience. Definitely a spot we'd all recommend to others!