Every time we go we love the entire experience. Excellent food, service, and the atmosphere is…read morePortland cozy. We are going again tonight!

Visited for an early dinner on Sunday. All menu items are 100% vegan, but the food doesn't feel…read morelike typical "Shojin-ryori" (traditional Buddhist cuisine). Even as someone who isn't vegan, I found every dish to be very enjoyable and flavorful. ​The staff were bright, friendly, and helpful, making the overall atmosphere very comfortable and welcoming. It's a great spot for a relaxed dinner where you can enjoy creative plant-based dishes.

Parking is still sketchy in the area. Nevertheless, their rice texture is perfect…read more Sushi fresh, service excellent & hardworking owners makes this a repeat spot.

I absolutely recommend this place! I went to Portland for a road trip and was watching the Trail…read moreBlazers vs Bucks game at the Moda Center- this restaurant is located 8 minutes from the center! I was looking for food nearby and came across this restaurant. The food was surprisingly delicious! We ordered the chicken katsu curry, kama-age udon (hokkai miso soup), and the kama-meshi seafood. The chicken katsu was cooked perfectly: crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside! The sauce also was the perfect texture and taste. My favorite was the kama-age udon with the hokkai miso soup. I love udon but sometimes don't like how thick it is because it fills you up faster and is harder to digest, the udon here is thinner which I fell in love with! It's soft and chewy and the perfect thickness: you dip it on the soup when you eat it. I also loved the soup, I usually have leftover soup when eat noodles, but I finished every last sip! Definitely recommend this dish if you were to only order one item! We also ordered the kama-meshi seafood. I thought this one tasted okay! The flavors of the seafood come through, but I personally like stronger and heavier flavors. It was worth a try! Parking: This restaurant is in downtown portland so it was difficult to find parking. We ended up parking at a nearby garage and paid for parking. They do have a few street parking spots near the restaurant if you want to test your luck! Seating and service: We were seated really quickly as we went on a weekday! They have several tables and a large table that can be reserved as well as bar spots. The restaurant overall looks really nice and is pretty spacious. The servers were really nice and fast to get you what you need! A side note: they have heated toilet seats in their restroom so that's always a plus!

The best experience in place for a night out! Our waiter his name is Masa! Was so amazing and eager…read moreto serve us. The food was so delicious and his kindness beach meal taste even better! The place radiated with professionalism and family love! Couldn't come here without having Masa as our waiter! We will be back!

Incredible Izakaya spot! Prices can't be beat and their quality was also amazing. Really love the…read morefresh Carpaccios. Their Karaage was also very juicy and tender. No miss! A perfect spot to have fun and try a bunch of dishes without breaking the bank. Atmosphere was very lively as well.

Very small place so be patient to be seated. The freshness of the fish and the simple but inventive…read morepresentation was impressive. My whole family enjoyed it, even the kids. Everything available is on the chalkboard on the wall , and I assume that must change often. Give it a try!!

Cute little restaurant tucked in downtown Portland that reminds me of Japan…read more The menu isn't big but the sushi and appetizers are made with care. Prices are reasonable and they have a good selection of seasonal and specials. My personal favorite is the heather canyon roll and pork katsu! I recommend making a reservation as they have limited seating (around 5 small tables and 4 bar spots) and take a while to make the food. If you're in for an ambient, intimate experience and not in a hurry, I'd definitely recommend this spot!

Always call to make a reservation, just in case as it gets busy. We went on a Thursday night at 5pm…read moreand they had a sign up saying no walk-in's as they were booked out. Everything was meticulously prepared, delicious and just the perfect amount of filling without overly stuffing ourselves. We ordered: - $38, Three Fish don: salmon, tuna, hamachi over rice and it comes with miso soup & 3 small appetizer bites (ours was: Kobucha, edamame, pickles) - $40, chirashi b that comes in stacked bowls with sashimi and unagi, tamago egg, and a couple sashimi on top of rice with miso soup & 3 small appetizer bites - $39, Murata's selected dinner, 2 entree combination, where you can choose from cooked fish, sushi, sashimi, fried dishes. I ended up picking sushi & sashimi (I remember about couple years ago when it used to be $29.50, but I know ingredient costs have gone up)

Friendly service and decent portions, but lacking in freshness…read more After seeing their authentic website and finding out they only accept reservations over the phone, I was really excited to try Murata. The service was wonderful--the staff were mostly Japanese and very kind--and the portions for the dinner sets were generous for the price. However, the quality of the sushi felt like a standard neighborhood spot. The fish appeared to be pre-cut and frozen rather than freshly broken down in the kitchen. The biggest disappointment was the Hokkaido Uni. At $40 for two pieces ($20 each), I expected top-notch quality, but it sadly lacked freshness. The tempura was ordinary as well, though the complimentary amuse-bouche (tofu, broccoli, and asparagus) was surprisingly delicious. It's a decent spot if you want a high-value, casual sushi dinner, but since I prioritize the freshness of the fish, I don't think I'll be back.

Beer served here…read more Sake 5/5: We selected 2 tasting flights with the assistance of our server. Both were amazing and introduced us to some delicious flavors. Shrimp Tempura Roll 5/5: Yum!!!!! Spicy Miso Ramen 5/5: We added the Chicken Katsu which was wonderful by itself!!! The broth was rich and flavorful, house made noodles were perfect. We added some chili sauce and really kicked up the heat! Facility 5/5: Tables are warm and intimate, especially the second floor. Service 5/5: Our server Nan was fantastic and sooo much fun! She 100% added to the amazing experience!!

We stopped by before a concert at the Wonder Ballroom on a Saturday evening. There was a line out…read morethe door and we put our names down. There were two parties ahead of us but we were seated in about 30 minutes. It seemed like they were understaffed or maybe the priority was the party in the other room. Once we were seated, we put in our order right away. The service was very kind but definitely very busy! It just took 45 minutes to get the curry udon. And then my partner's order didn't show up, so we suspected they forgot about it. It took another 20 minutes for his poke bowl to come. The food was decent but the wait time clouds that judgement.

Fantastic meal with excellent service to match. Inventive courses with a ton of thought and…read morecreativity put into them. We did the sake pairing which I wouldn't skip out on. Romantic vibe to match. Such a memorable experience!

Nodoguro is undoubtedly a unique experience--I haven't encountered anything quite like it. The…read morelevel of hospitality is flawless, and I have deep respect for Chef Roadhouse's approach. Unlike many places where the chef is more focused on mingling and photo-ops than the actual cooking, here the chef stays behind the line, fully committed to the craft. However, that uncompromising professional focus creates a distinct "theater" atmosphere. The vibe leans quite formal and western-structured, which can feel a bit rigid. While the experience is technically perfect and the food is beyond reproach, it felt more like being a member of an audience observing a performance than a guest engaging in a communal dining experience. I would have welcomed a bit more personal interaction, but if you are looking for a perfectly staged, high-intensity culinary production, this is the place. A stellar experience, though it leaves you slightly distant from the creator behind the plate.

Great ambiance, servers were very attentive and kind. I only had starters due to eating prior to…read morearriving. I had edamame, you can't go wrong with, decent price and amount! Also had Agedashi tofu, yummy as well.

Aside from the absolutely incredible nigiri and rolls, Jordan our server made the experience…read moreincredible. I'll come back purely to have Jordan host us again. Good sushi is ubiquitous in Portland. Good service is not.

fast and tasty, reasonable price, I recommend…read moreThank you )))))))))))))))))))))))))))

Great food and service in a cozy setting!…read more We had a great time here on a Tuesday night. Our server Shannon was so friendly and fun to chat with. We tried the most unique nigori (unfiltered) sake which had lemongrass and coconut in it and tasted kind of like a piña colada! They have a really nice drink menu with lots of choices especially if you like sake. The food was delicious and fresh. The chicken Karaage was piping hot and oh so crispy. The hamachi Kama was a decent sized portion which melted in my mouth. It's served with a tangy ponzu (citrus soy) sauce. Their sushi was also good, we tried a hamachi roll and a salmon/ avocado/ shrimp tempura roll. Both were fresh. They served us a surprise "raver orange" dessert with a blinking light which was a nice free treat at the end of a great meal.

Came on a whim and it did not disappoint! Long standing local matcha shop in Portland with so much…read morecharm and history! The matcha was EXCELLENT and tasted how all matchas should: balanced, aromatic in a way, deeply enjoyable. Dare I say one of the best matchas in town? There's soooo many new matcha openings nowadays which has been fun, but you just can't go wrong with the OGs. Service was very sweet and I loved the interior decor! Will be back for many more!!

i got the matcha soft serve with the hochija brownie. it was decent, the brownie was really dense…read morefor a brownie and the matcha's soft serve flavor was on the lighter side. we ordered at the kiosk and our order was brought to us! i really liked the atmosphere of the place and they had products around the store for you to shop as well!!