Popped into this place for our last meal before leaving AZ and it did not disappoint! We were the…read morefirst people in. When we walked in it had a very fishy smell, so it kind of made us second guess our choice. But we went for it anyhow. The greeter/server was very pleasant and sat us. It was very clean inside with ample space between seat. We browsed through the menu and started with our usual edamame and pot stickers. The edamame was salted well throughout where a lot of places just put the salt on top only. We ordered a couple varieties of sake which were both good. Out of all of the things we ordered the karange skewer was just a little more oily than were use to, but still good. The spicy salmon roll had really great flavor and the lollipop roll was probably one of the better versions that we have had. The musubi was giant to say the least, it was good, but offered a bit too much rice. Overall the food and service was great and we were very happy that we ended up here!

Awesome late night spot, for decent quality Japanese eats, and in the Tempe-Scottsdale area. Zu…read moreIzakaya was a solid post-study dinner spot when I was a student, and this time it definitely held up! We were nearby for a show, and decided to stop in on a Wednesday evening for a late dinner with some friends. They have a good happy hour menu, and my friends ordered off there, but I was craving sushi so I got the nigiri omakase. It came with miso soup, which I enjoyed, definitely hard to go wrong there. The sushi itself was decent, nothing crazy, but definitely better than grocery store quality. The tuna and salmon pieces were a little fishy, maybe not the freshest, but it was also quite late (~10pm) so I wasn't expecting too much. Beautifully presented, and the cuts were quite large which was nice! The food came out pretty fast, and the service was pleasant. The restaurant vibes are pretty dark, and moody. The bathroom was kind of scary personally, super dark and a little messy, so I decided to wait till I got home. Overall, a solid experience, and definitely a good choice if I am in the area.

Daruma Ramen absolutely blew us away. We started with the cucumber salad and gyoza; the gyoza were…read moreperfectly crispy, packed with flavor, and some of the best we've ever had. For ramen, we ordered the Spicy Tonkotsu and Spicy Miso. Both were rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of heat. The broth was incredible, the noodles were cooked perfectly, and every ingredient tasted fresh and intentional. We've had ramen all over, and this was hands down the best ramen we've ever had. Great food, great flavors, and a meal we'll be thinking about for a long time. We can't wait to come back.

Wow, I love this spot. The inside was clean and inviting, with plenty of seating and shades that…read moremade it feel a little more intimate. Our server was attentive, happy hour was good and everything came out quickly. The cucumber salad was super refreshing and gyoza were yummy with a delicious sauce. We ordered sake bombs, and I absolutely love that they serve them with frosty chilled glasses. We tried two different ramen bowls and both were packed with flavor. The spice levels felt pretty accurate, the eggs were cooked perfectly, the meat was tender, and the noodles had a great texture. Each bowl had its own flavor profile, but both were equally delicious. We also tried the takoyaki (octopus balls). I was already getting full, so I wasn't as excited about them, but my boyfriend described them as a BBQ pancake bite. Overall, this is a great spot for ramen. I did notice the music was all girl bands and no boy bands. Clean restaurant, good service, flavorful food, and a fun atmosphere. I'd definitely come back.

I don't like seafood so I just got the chicken katsu curry. I think it was okay. The portion size…read morewas large but the chicken was on the chewier side which I don't like. Came out pretty fast and I just returned my tray to the end of the table when I finished.

The owner is so sweet and the food is amazing. This place is located inside Asiana and is worth…read moretrying. The fish are always so fresh for the price you are paying. Definitely recommend just getting their sashimi.

We stumbled upon Shio and decided to stop in for lunch, and we're so glad we did! The service was…read moreexcellent--friendly, attentive, and happy to answer our questions and make recommendations. Everything we ordered was delicious. The Crispy Spicy Tuna was a standout, and we also loved the Beef Don and the Kimchi Fried Rice, each dish was flavorful. This was a fantastic find, and we'll definitely be back to try more!

We went to this restaurant tonight and were surprised to see reverse happy hour Monday-Saturday…read more It is right across from office buildings at Sky Song so they are probably busy at lunch and are encouraging more dinner visitors. The interior is sleek and hip with a cool wooden sculpture covering one wall and the ceiling mimicking waves or the keys of a played piano. We ordered the spicy garlic edamame, veggie spring roll, bonito Udon bowl with shiitake and a spice bomb, chicken karaage and a spicy tuna roll. All were solid and the servers are prompt and friendly. This place now has very limited sushi options as a sister restaurant dedicated to Sushi is 50 feet away. Solid restaurant.

This place is small but mighty. It's the best sushi spot in the area, hands down…read more The fish was fresh, and it melts in your mouth. The service was attentive , fast, and warm. My beautiful date had the miso soup with tofu. The flavors were deep and flavorful. I will definitely come back.

Icho has quickly become one of my most favorite places to visit…read more The small interior seats only a few guests which makes it great for date nights and special outings with a few guests. However this allows the staff to be more directly invested in your experience and keep the same level of quality in each dish. The fish is always fresh. The sushi rolls are creative enough to stand out from your local sushi restaurant but not over the top that the flavors get so mixed up that you're not sure what you're eating. The star of the show is their truffle escolar. I can't say more than if you are a fan of sashimi, then you will want to get this to be the first and last dish you order.

I came in during their happy hour (HH) on 7/7/26! HH is everyday! I've been here 2 times and this…read moretime is my third. The food quality is always great and consistent. They even told me currently the sake menu is at discounted price for a large bottle and the vegan menu is 25% off during HH. I got the Miso Soup $4. It was delicious with the shiitake mushroom! Then got the Charred Edamame Spicy $5 with garlic. I love the seasoning and spiciness of this dish, very addicting snack! Lastly, got the Ceviche $10. It was refreshing, perfect amount, fresh ingredients. Love all 3 dishes. The service is always great. I appreciate the waiter coming to us checking in a few times. PS. You can park in the Piedmont garage (it's attached to the restaurant). DO NOT pay when you park. When you head inside the restaurant, they have a QR code you can scan and add your license plate in there and they will validate the parking for you.

I love that Blue Sushi Sake Grill has an extensive vegan menu and many of the options were on the…read moreHappy Hour menu! The Cowgirl was definitely the most unique and delicious, as it tasted like eating a hamburger (a vegan one, of course). It may have been the pickle vegan tempura which reminded me of a burger, and it was so good! I also had the vegan Hot Popper, which really reminded me of a stuffed pepper with cream cheese! The Spicy Kaluna Crunch had a crispy outside with savory, plant based tuna in the inside. Another winner! Aside from the amazing food, the service was friendly, timely, and the decor was beautiful! What a great experience!

A neat little ramen shop that offers sushi and more!…read more It was pretty busy when I visited, but my partner and I were greeted and seated right away near a half booth by the door. The music set a fun vibe, and the service was nice and attentive. We ordered the Tonkotsu Ramen ($12.50) and sake bombs with House Sake ($3) and Kirin Light ($7.50). I loved that the sake came in a clear tokkuri. The ramen was soo delicious. I added some chili oil to my broth to give it some spice. The spice is one of those that slowly creeps up on you, but doesn't linger too long. The chashu pork was thin and savory. I usually don't enjoy bean sprouts, but here they were subtle and added a pleasant texture to the ramen. I also love that they included the naruto fish cake. I think what makes this place stand out is that at this price point, quality ramen like this is rare to find nowadays. I would consider this place a hidden gem and definitely recommend it if you are near the area. I look forward to eating it again!

The food was so good! My boyfriend and I loved it. Service was really fast and we got seated right…read moreaway even if there's a lot of people waiting. The ambience was really good and the people serving are really friendly specially the people who cook the food. Master chef gave us this wonderful hot chili oil that if you add to the ramen- makes it more delicious. We will definitely go back and we're looking forward to eating there again! We had tonkatsu, california roll, shumai and we are so full! Food is so cheap too.

Cute Tiny spot for some ramen. Service is very attentive. Not a lot of seating inside for a big…read moretable. The broth was hearty and clean. Noodles were bouncy and the meat was tender.

Went after seeing a movie at az mills. Rarely on that side of town so wanted to check this off the…read morebookmark list. It didn't disappoint. Greeted upon entry and seated right away. The place is narrow and long with bar seating to view kitchen. We started with the potstickers and they were very well cooked and full of flavor. Then came our ramens. Both had a terrific broth base. My extra spicy was a 6.5/10 on spice so it just looks like lava but is totally edible. My wife's spicy miso was terrific and I'd totally go that way next time. This spot is up there in places I'd recommend for ramen in phoenix.