Absolutely fantastic ramen here! I got the Veggie Miso Ramen and it was one of the best veggie…read moreramens I've ever had! The staff is also super friendly and sweet. Can't wait to come back here again, I'm already wanting more!

Slurp, slurp -- ahhhhhh. What's happiness? Happiness is a bowl of ramen where, when you close your…read moreeyes, your soul and tastebuds meet in Nirvana. That is what you get when you get great eats at Terakawa Ramen. As you enter, you'll notice the wall murals with the chefs on one side and the opposite wall has anime customers slurping their ramen. Yes, it's perfectly fine to make those loud slurping noises to show your appreciation for a great bowl of ramen. Here's what was ordered: - Signature Terakawa Ramen - 4.5/5 stars Boasted of rich, lovingly homemade pork bone soup with a good amount of sliced roast pork, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, ginger, scallions, and a jammy egg. The straight thin noodles were al dente. They maintained their texture in the broth, brilliantly. The broth was deep and flavorful. - Pork belly Donburi - 4.5/5 stars The juicy tender pork belly was plentiful, sliced perfectly as their we're not too thick nor paper thin. Their flavor was rich, savory with a balance of sweetness from the soy dashi sauce. Elegantly layered in top of a humongous bowl of seasoned rice, along with a sprinkle of scallions, pickled radishes, and sesame seeds. The photo on their menu does not do it justice. I would have loved a jammy egg to be included to bring the dish to the next level. - Gyoza - 3.5/5 stars 5 pieces of Pan-fried gyoza dumplings with their dumpling sauce. I would prefer them to have been fried a bit more. The balance between their pork and cabbage was even. They were delightfully light in both taste and texture. The service was very good. Both Willie, the owner, and a charming waiter named Sung served us. Sung kept coming over checking in to attest our cups were full, and if we needed anything else. I was told the have two locations: Philadelphia and the one we're dining at, Princeton Junction, NJ. Both locations serve homemade recipes from the Kumamoto region of Japan. If ramen is your love language, this place will absolutely speak to your soul.

Just came back from having dinner here. Surprise surprise. Another AYCE spot in Jersey…read more Overall, the fish quality was decent and the sashimi pieces were large. Good selection of hot food too. The service was quite slow even though the restaurant was empty. It took a while for the sushi to arrive, and by that time, we started feeling full from the appetizers. We knew we were not going to get our money's worth tonight. Towards the end of our meal, we started smelling a poopy stench in the air - yes you heard me, POOPY! It made me completely lose my appetite. I'm so done with sushi buffets...never again :(

I've come here twice, once for lunch and once for dinner. Both visits were alright. For a pretty…read moresmall restaurant w/ slow business, service was subpar. The AYCE option was WAY overpriced ($38 all day weekend), so I always just ordered off the regular menu. The sushi came out on a pretty wooden bridge both times. The second time I came here, the rice was a little hard. Overall, I'd come here again bc it wasn't terrible, but it wouldn't be my first choice.

For years, I had come to Friendship Plaza, though I never took the chance to the go to Nagoya. I…read moregot the chance and I will say that the food perfectly represents the concept of friendship. Brand: 5/5 Nagoya is a Japanese restaurant located in Friendship Plaza in Howell Township. I do like the brush stroke of the logo, which shows well on the entrance sign and the leather-bound menu. Website: 3/5 I do like the first impressions that Nagoya's website gives you, with an image of the sushi and an option to select "Pick Up and Delivery," which leads you to their usage of the app MenuSifu. The gallery of images of the food do provide a glimpse into the establishment's cuisine. While a couple of the menu items had images, most of them did not. It should be noted that Nagoya has unusual time lapses in terms of when they are open or closed, which the Yelp description provides a better format for explaining it than the website does. Wait Time: 5/5 I experienced no delays or disruptions during the wait time. Ambiance: 5/5 This Japanese restaurant has the unique ambiance of having multicolored lights shown upon the glass walls, while the dimmed lights gave the interior a cool vibe. This includes the dark color of the tables and the seats, all of which felt comfortable. I can clearly see how this establishment would be used for celebrations. The well-spaced tables percolated throughout the large space. The music showcased Japanese Christmas songs throughout the establishment. Food: 4/5 I ordered the Alaskan Roll, which consists of salmon, cucumber, and avocado. The vegetables gave the special roll its sharp, distinct taste. Clearly, I can see how Alaska would have a major theme in the roll with the presence of salmon. The rice and the nori sheet did not stay, and the sushi rolls did fall apart, though I did think that the rice and the other ingredients had good texture. Service: 5/5 The staff managed to provide my order without any issues. Worth The Money?: 5/5 The Alaskan Roll perfectly represents the brand of Nagoya, as among its selection of unique sushi rolls. I personally suggest creating a more unique rolls, for I would be curious as to what they would taste like. Indeed, the website provides you with many other selections of Japanese cuisine. You can also expect to find your sushi roll well-tended despite the nori sheet and the wait time it took to make them. Throughout my meal, the ambiance greatly matched the experience. The service matched the food well, since the meal had the sushi roll, the wasabi, and the yellowtail available. Concerning the first impressions of Nagoya, I definitely did not expect the establishment to have the more upbeat ambiance compared to other Japanese restaurants I went to. I will say that it did give me a new experience, despite the website's presentation. As such, the ambiance never once tried my patience while awaiting my order. I can see how the staff managed to keep the establishment cared for. I will say that the Alaskan Roll and the experience overall managed to match the price and make it worth it. Rating: 5/5 Stars With an establishment like Nagoya, I see plenty of hope for improvement and it will continue to represent Friendship Plaza pleasantly. I would definitely consider Nagoya my second choice when searching for Japanese restaurants in the Howell Township area. Recommend To... Anyone wandering around the large Friendship Plaza if they go to the Shoprite there if they are looking to try Japanese cuisine.

Wow - this was a truly excellent sushi option when we were in Jackson. Great special rolls and very…read morereasonable lunch specials that even included some rolls normally considered special elsewhere. Please serve tea in a pot for those who want it. Also, the bubbles in the bubble tea were WAY overcooked to the point of exploding. Please either cook them correctly or don't serve it at all. Skip the drinks and go for the sushi! It was delicious, very generous, beautifully presented and very fresh.

Bamboo House is one of those hidden gems that might not look like much from the outside -- or…read moreinside, for that matter -- but delivers way better food than you'd expect, especially considering how conveniently it's located right outside of JBMDL. The menu is pretty extensive, covering everything from Chinese to Japanese cuisine, and surprisingly, the sushi is actually quite fresh. I wasn't expecting that level of quality, but every time I've ordered sushi here, it's been solid -- fresh, flavorful, and well-prepared, especially for a place that serves such a wide range of dishes. Now, I'll be honest -- the atmosphere inside is definitely below average. It's not the kind of spot you go to for ambiance or a sit-down experience. But if you can look past the basic interior, the food more than makes up for it. It's reliable, tasty, and great for takeout or a quick bite when you want something good without going too far from base. If you're stationed nearby or just in the area and looking for a dependable place for Chinese or Japanese food -- especially fresh sushi at a good price -- Bamboo House is definitely worth checking out. Just don't judge the book by its cover!

In regards to taking food to go, it's all about timing and who is working XD I'm pretty sure~…read more So, after placing my order and waiting 15 minutes to grab my food here, which is about 5 min from my home, food came out and was ready for pick up. Upon entering the restaurant, I was caught off guard seeing storage and a make shift open kitchen and a stair well to its right? Super odd set up and felt like I wasn't suppose to enter there. I did see seating further back and the service window which had my goodies bagged up so I had tunnel vision and didn't think too much into in... The kitchen staff was quiet and efficient, probably because they were closing in 10 minutes, my bad~ but thanked them and was grateful! I ordered 3 dishes in different variations. Spice levels given were Mild, Spicy, Thai Hot, and Extra Hot. Pad Thai Chicken and Pad See Ew/Drunken Noodle Tofu were Thai Hot and the other Pad See Ew/Drunken Noodle Chicken was Extra Hot. Other than them being a little bit on the watery side, it was pretty good! Keep in mind, I wasn't expecting much, but was really craving Thai Noodles of any kind. The veggies were crisp still, the good kind~ not soggy. All in all, it was a great experience. Food was done well, set up was a bit off putting, and it's definitely worth a try, which I will do again soon

Had a quick to go soup. I had the Chicken Wonton Soup and it was very tasty. I like the fact that…read morethis soup came with an inside strainer, so the broth was underneath thus preventing the wontons to soak and get soggy (good thinking). Personal Hint: When finished eating the soup. Wash and save the colander and bowl. Use it to wash fruits, veggies off and then store in refrigerator in the colander thus preventing the fruit sitting directly on the bottom of the container getting mushy Since it was picked up and delivered to me the soup was still hot and very flavorful. I have been to this restaurant before and know that their service is very prompt as they have kiosks to order your food and then they prepare it for either dine in or out. This place from visiting prior is very bright and always clean. I think personally, it is good to have kiosks in this restaurant as there is a plethora of different dishes and prevents minimal confusion. Very nice place and definitely return. Thank you.

Yummy The hot wings were out of this world The wings had amazing flavor. They weren't hot, but…read morevery tasty. The wings were really plump. The prices are very reasonable. I love this place!

This place was so so good!! I was disappointed bc I thought they did the hibachi in front of you…read morebut the food was amazing! Service was quick and friendly. Will definitely be coming back! :)

The service is always very good. Clean…read more We stop by for lunch if we are in that area of Monroe. The most recent time we ordered 2 rolls lunch special and the salmon teriyaki bento box with shumai. The salmon teriyaki bento box is a bit overpriced. It was about $18. It came with miso soup and salad. The piece of salmon was in teriyaki sauce and nothing else. White rice. Five (5) pieces of shumai. Comparable lunch bento box at other restaurants is about $3-$4. I should have taken a photo. We won't be order that again.

The new ownership group definitely made the place feel more modern and cleaner, and they're also…read moremuch friendlier and more welcoming than the original owners. That said, the quality has slipped a slight notch from before. They also own Oyako Tso in Freehold, which does 50% off sushi, but Konbu is definitely the stronger of the two spots. The sushi and sashimi combo is still a solid order, but pro tip: ask for regular tuna in the tuna rolls. They tend to use a lighter colored fattier tuna that comes off mushy and slightly fishy at times. Would also be nice if soup and salad were included with every sushi entrée.

Konbu is my go to for sushi lunch specials or just for dinner takeout. I've never actually dined in…read morethe location as I always order takeout. I love that for the lunch special you get both soup and salad. I feel like all other locations it is either one of the other. After placing my order it is usually ready with. 15-20 minutes. I always opt for their rolls or sashimi specials. Their rolls are absolutely humongous and loaded with sushi. Most places skimp and either give you a small roll or a big roll which is mostly rice. Not here! I love their sashimi as it is super fresh, no fishy smell or taste, and they give you thick meaty slices. The quality here is always top notch and I'm always happy with what I order.

Amazing fresh hibachi always impressed here...super friendly staff lunch portions are huge and…read moreamazing jerry the manager is so warm and welcoming

We go for lunch hibachi the food is excellent and the prices are reasonable soup salad, rice,…read morevegetables, and lo mein and the staff is friendly

Soon as we walked in, initially saw people waiting to be seated, but were seated immediately…read more Atmosphere is spacious but Japanese inspired: paper lanterns, geometric fabrics, possibly some feng shui? Moving onto the actual service, waitress took the alcohol order at the same time as the food order; Boyfriend who used to work in high end food service said it's usually a bad sign. Was proven wrong, thankfully. Ordered the Yuzu drop, thought it would be more punchy but it was on point for yuzu. He got the eel dragon and firecracker rolls, I chose the bluefin tuna and salmon nigiri (with one unagi/eel, which I hated) We absolutely devoured our food, which is why there are no pictures attached to the review. The salmon was so buttery smooth, and the tuna was so meaty and flavorful, I ordered an extra helping as sashimi! IT IS THAT GOOD! Besides the banging baby at the other table (not the restaurant's fault) it was one of the best walk-in experiences I've had to date! Will definitely recommend and repeat visit!

Taka is located on the corner of a busy street in Asbury Park and is deceptively huge restaurant…read more Lovely calming interior colors (wood and red tones) with simply appointed decor and intimate lighting. The sushi is fresh and tasty, we enjoyed the seared scallop appetizer. My sushi (Tiger roll) was magnificent. The Yuzu lobster roll could have had a bit less rice in the roll but was otherwise very enjoyable. The combination of fish in this roll paired very nicely together. Taka has a vast menu with many options from appetizers to specialty sushi options. They provide alcoholic and non alcoholic mocktails for those of us not interested in consuming liquor.....the mocktails are fantastic. The only thing that made me rate 4 instead of 5 stars was the staff needs a bit of work on serving. We ordered an appetizer and were also given two additional small plates since we were sharing this item. When we were done with the appetizer our specialty sushi plates were bought out and the same server left the three empty plates from the appetizers on the table instead of removing them. Dessert was absolutely decadent and moist (I omitted the whipped cream since I don't like it) but the shortcake was perfect without it. I look forward to returning to Taka and trying more items on the menu.

've lived in Monroe , NJ now for 3 years and haven't been able to find a decent sushi spot, that is…read moreuntil now. My cousin has been telling me about this spot in Freehold for a few weeks now and finally my girlfriend and I had dinner here with him and it was fantastic! Everything we ordered were from the daily specials - Salmon Avocado Misiti's Sauce (spectacular!), Toro Taku Rice (AMAZING!), and Fluke Uzuzukuri Poazu (delicious!) were my favorites but everything we ordered was top quality! We arrived as soon as they opened at 5pm on a Sunday so we got there before the rush and yes there is typically a rush from what I was told. The owner spent a lot of time talking with us as she knows my cousin who has become a regular and she was absolutely charming. I'm looking forward to going back here and becoming a regular myself.

came here with my friends after it was highly reviewed by one of their friends. unfortunately i…read more(along with my friends) were severely disappointed. pros: plenty of parking & seating, waitress was japanese (which i like to keep it "authentic") & super sweet, plenty of food options cons: the food was just not it. thankfully the sashimi wasn't fishy but the quality was not there , honestly didn't taste like anything. the rolls itself was very bland as well and not remarkable. i would not come back or recommend this place, you're better off driving a bit farther north (or south) and getting better sushi elsewhere