Yanagi Ramen is a solid addition to the area and a place I'd definitely return to. While it wasn't…read morethe most mind-blowing ramen I've ever had, it was genuinely good--especially for the location--and clearly hits the spot when you're craving something warm and comforting. I really appreciated the variety of vegetarian options, which felt thoughtfully done rather than like an afterthought. My bowl was flavorful and well-balanced, though worth noting: even after asking for heat, it wasn't spicy at all, so spice lovers may want to temper expectations. That said, the experience had a bit of a rough start. We arrived right at the posted opening time (11am) and ended up waiting outside in the freezing cold, unsure if they were actually open. We had to call to confirm, and only then did someone come to unlock the door. Once inside, I asked for hot tea--pretty standard at most Japanese spots--only to be told they were completely out, which was surprising. All things considered, Yanagi Ramen delivers a dependable bowl with good vegetarian choices and a clean, modern space. A few opening-hour kinks and missing basics kept it from being great, but the food itself was enjoyable, and I'd happily come back--just not for spice, and hopefully next time with hot tea ready to go.

I enjoyed this meal! I got the spicy tonkatsu and tried the curry ramen. Both were pretty…read moreenjoyable. The meat was nice and charred and thick. My only thing is that the soup could have been slightly warmer and with a smidge more broth. I usually don't like a tone of broth but this was a little lacking (see photo). My friend got the seafood ramen and it looked really bad. He said it came cold which was confirmed with another person who tried the soup. The shrimp looked very overcooked and the scallops were tiny. We also tried the calamari and the takoyaki. The takoyai wasn't very good and the calamari also wasn't great but the sauce saved it a little. We also tried the white peach sake which didn't taste like alcohol at all. The hot teas and sodas are refills as well. Service was nice and the interior is very pretty and modern.

This place never misses! The spicy cucumber was a very good appetizer. The fried bao buns were hot…read moreand fresh! The spicy beef was seasoned great and not too spicy for me. The Chashu Tonkotsu Ramen was delicious as well. The service is hit and miss but the food is always on point!

I would say one of the best no frills Chinese restaurants in Lubbock. The chashu black garlic ramen…read morebroth had the right amount of black garlic and was flavorful. The youpo noodle was also flavorful with the appropriate amount of spices. Noodles in both dishes were cooked al dente. Service was attentive and we had a good view of the chef cooking and making the hand pulled noodle.

Food great at Lubbock…read more Best Ramen in town. Service is OK. It is not busy, but the waiter just stand there and do nothing.

The ramen is amazing! As well as the service they take very good care of their customers. The…read moreambiance is pleasing the eye and creates a nice atmosphere to eat some yummy ramen. This is my go to spot for some good ramen during the winter.

The poke bowls here are very good! Definitely my go to place when I want a fresh bowl and the…read morepassion fruit tea with strawberry busters are a great combo. The service nice and quick as well as the ambiance, very calm and I can definitely eat here in peace

A must try poke place in Lubbock. The poke here is comparable to the good poke places in the Bay…read moreArea. The fish and ingredients are fresh and the sauces tasty. The ramen broth too was very flavorful.

I love just how clean and immaculate this place is maintained by the staff! They always appear…read morehappy and courteous (accepting/returning cash/cards with two hands!) and on the go; arranging, helping and cleaning. They obviously take price in where they work. They do not carry a huge variety of fresh vegetables but it is sufficient for me. They have the usual fare of Gailan, Bok choy, long beans and others and because of the smaller volume they deal with, they always look fresh and clean. A good business strategy! They seem to rotate and keep their inventory well. The frozen bao and dim sum items do not show freezer burns. Most definitely a grocery stop that I have come to trust the quality of their items!

Excellent customer service,everyone was very friendly and helpful ...great place to shopread more

Absolutely my favorite restaurant in Lubbock. Chef Eric is a master Chef and his recipes are…read moreamazing. He doesn't leave your meal to apprentices, it is Chef Eric preparing your meal. The atmosphere is serene and subtle, allowing for quiet conversation, This is an excellent date or family destination. The food at YuYo's is second to none and if you haven't visited you are doing yourself a disservice. See you there.

The service was great and everyone was friendly and attentive throughout our meal. Unfortunately,…read morethe food was disappointing. Almost everything was covered in way too much soy sauce, which overpowered the flavor of the meat, vegetables, and rice. If the seasoning had been lighter, I think the meal would have been much more enjoyable. Overall, I'd come back for the service, but I hope the kitchen cuts back on the soy sauce.

We went to Sakura a few days ago and it looked a little sketchy with one car in the parking lot so…read morewe moved on. After reading more reviews we went back today and we're really glad we did. It could definitely use some help on exterior appearance, but the food is amazing. I had the shrimp lo mien with 2 egg rolls and it was delicious. My wife enjoyed her bento box as well. We were the only 2 people in the restaurant and there needs to be more people there. Great service and great food. We will be back.

Slow service but amazing food. Friendly water and the environment was very nice. I appreciate the…read morestaff compensating for slower service.

The food is always amazing!! Chef is top notch And coming up with creative menu options.read more

Came here for lunch yesterday, and the ambiance was awesome. It's inside Doubletree hilton hotel…read more No reservation we just walked in and got seated by the waiter. Food was delicious, waiter was great. Dessert was so tasty. Margarita was yum. Easy 5 stars!