Amazing customer service. Amazing food too! Every single person was helpful with menu items and suggestions. I'm gonna be a regular.

Can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet! Came here on a rainy Friday night right at opening expecting no wait and when we arrived there was already a short line but were able to be seated for a table of 4. Izakaya style vibes as soon as you walk in, the space is small but they have a large waiting area. Perhaps the waiting area could be converted into more seating. You really can't go wrong with any dish here but some standouts are the chicken karaage, chashu gohan (braised pork belly with rice), and getting adventurous with any of the yakitori and kushiyaki dishes. Service is always great here, and food comes out quickly. Always great coming back! read more

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The food was amazing, the ambiance transported us back to Japan, and our server Sky went above and beyond for us! Everything was so good, but the short rib for two, the mentaiko udon, and the dry aged Otoro were must orders. The short rib melted in your mouth, the udon was silky, and the otoro so fresh! read more

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Love this unassuming place. Get there early so that you can sit at the bar where you get a great view of the chef doing their magic. Definitely coming back to do the omakase. Drinks were great, we had the Ultraman and the old fashion. My friend gave Cam our bartender freedom to surprise her on her second drink and it came out so good. It made it even better that he had a Thornhill shirt on. Every bite of food was perfect. We had the bluefin tartar, waygu gyoza, hamachi kama, pressed salmon sushi and the donuts. The fish was fresh and prepared so well. If there wasn't so many other things to try on the menu, I would order all of these again. read more

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One of my favorite places. I popped in for something small and a drink. I really love this place and always have. The staff is always great and the music and ambiance is even better. read more

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Food quantity: 9/10 Food quality: 9/10 Service: 10/10 Ambiance: 10/10 Overall rating: 9.5/10 Food portions and quality were amazing, service was excellent, and the ambiance was very cool. Love this cozy place! read more

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Juju impressed me. I thought it to be authentic and a needed break from your modern day spots - perhaps a bit like what it would be like to dine at real eateries in Asia perhaps. It didn't shy away from real normal Japanese aesthetic either which is a big indicator I wasn't coming into something to pretentious. Their open concept and seeing some of the art of food making taking place was another indicator it was more of the real deal. Next was the menu, it was pretty intimidating since I'm not as familiar with real japanese cuisine. However, no way that was getting in my way. Much kudos to the bartender who was very welcoming and didn't make me feel dumb about it.. Besides that the meat was superrr tender and delish. The pasta was well presented and prepared. The egg yolk it provided had a nice creamy finish. I'm glad I didn't skip out on the lavender cosmo either. 5 stars to Juju. I need another visit soon. read more

We brought my dad to Jujus the other day as a treat. They can get pretty crowded but we picked the sweet spot around 5. Our server was so sweet and really made the experience even better. The atmosphere is very chill and I feel pretty immersed. It's funny bc it's a renovated Pizza Hut thus their Jujus signature drink in the Pizza Hut cup. It was a whiskey drink and once I gave it a good stir to mix the flavors it was really good! The fish was fresh and tasty. However, if you don't like curry maybe don't get the tempura it kinda through me off but the seasoning on there was A++ I even bought a t shirt. They should sell those cups I bet they'd sell a ton!! read more

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The place is small, they don't take reservations. It's a first come first serve.. Monday night at 8 o'clock in the evening we have to wait 40 minutes. It's a small plate restaurant. The chicken skin was good. The pork belly skewers tender and a little salty for my taste. The egg rolls was a little mushy inside The sushi was disappointing. The rice was crumbling and too expensive for the quality. read more

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Stopped in after 9p on a Friday for late dinner. Waited probably 10 mins for a table. We have been here a few times but it's been almost a year. We got some of our usual dishes. The karaage, skewers and chirashi. We tried the pressed sushi and did the half and half. Half tuna and half salmon. It was ok. For dessert we squeezed in the donuts. They were good. My favorite was the brown sugar sauce. Our waitress was Skye and she was awesome! Juju is still one of our go to spots! read more

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Went here for a celebratory dinner and I was blown away by this unique experience. Upon entering I immediately noticed how cool the decore and ambiance of the restaurant is. Felt like I was transported right to Japan! The restaurant itself is smaller in size. I went on a week night for dinner and did not have to wait, however I can imagine during the weekends it can get filled. As for the food, some of the most delicious, unique food in all of Orlando, without a doubt. While the portion sizes are on the smaller and pricey (only reason for removing one star), it's great for a tapa styled dinner where you and friends order several plates and share among the table. I had the mentaiko udon, char-grilled tako salad, wagyu gyoza, and the tuna katsu. The udon noodles were so fresh and fish eggs provided a very unique texture. The char grilled tako salad was probably the most unique food I had there. While I love octopus, I've never had it full length leg like it was here. I will say it was hard to rip apart, so I ended up biting into each leg full, which was a bit awkward at times, but it was still delicious and tasty. The tuna was very fresh. Hands down my favorite item of the night was the wagyu gyoza. Unfortunately no picture of this item because the plate was gone in seconds! Only wish there was more gyoza in a serving. Will definitely be back! And it is great restaurant if cost is not a worry to you. read more

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Fantastic food, creative menu, casual atmosphere, and good vibes. If you're familiar with Susuru, Juju is its cousin/sibling. Offering an "a la carte" menu in the Izakaya dining room; and an Omakase experience at their Kappo bar (reservation needed). Excellent cocktails and craft beers to enjoy with your Japanese charcoal-fired dishes. Highly Recommend! read more

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Love this spot! We are always pleasantly surprised by this location that moved into what was once a stand alone Pizza Hut. The parking lot is a bit finicky as you'll need to park nearby to Target with the shared lot that is pretty busy at times, but that is really the only negative thing I can say. Once you walk into the restaurant you are taken in by the theming and decor right away. The servers are always quick to greet you and within a short time have you seated and provided with a menu of the offerings. Haven't yet had something we didn't like, but I especially enjoy the chicken skewer and the dumplings. Yakitori is a MUST. They have some fun specialty cocktails that are unique to their location, so I'd suggest giving those a look if you are interested in an adult beverage. Overall: A+ It's easy to understand why this spot has great reviews and a local following! Give them a go and fall in love with the space. read more

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To start, this is a beautifully decorated space with memorabilia and decor that is overwhelming, but in a good way. Our server was so sweet and willing to answer our questions, and made suggestions based on our preferences. We only grabbed a few things, but I will definitely be back again! The fish was super fresh, and the plating is like art. Absolutely loved my experience here! read more

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Been wanting to hit this place for a long time. I have been to their sister spot down near Universal. Susuru. We got here as they opened and sat at the bar. Best seats in the house. This is a small plates type of place so we orders up a few to share. Waygu Harumaki was a good portion but a bit greasy for me. Tempura Yasai was a large portions d well done. The curry sauce underneath it all was a hidden star. Oshizushi (pressed sushi) was the star. We had the combo so we could try both preparations. I lied the salmon due the richness of the avocado with the dried mushrooms and roe on top. My son liked the tuna preparation. Tried the King Ghidorah cocktail. Very refreshing. Protip. Happy hour is not a thing on a Friday night. During the week some very good deals my son tells me. Staff was very friendly and attentive. read more

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I wanted to try Juju independently of knowing that it was Susuru's sister restaurant, but when I found out that was the case, I wasn't surprised at all. It's a super vibey spot featuring lots of small plates, so it's nice to just get a small group together and try a bunch of things. We got the Matcha mule - this drink was really good and refreshing but low-key stronger than I thought it would be. I wish the coconut milk flavor was a little stronger though. Ultraman - also really good, and has a nice bittery citrus aftertaste. Negima skewer - one of my faves of the night! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful. Teba wings - I liked the filling of these a lot, but the chicken part was just fine. It was fun to eat though. Mentaiko udon - the portions noodlewise of this were smaller than expected unfortunately. But of what you do get, you get a good amount of ikura and roe, resulting in a really creamy and salty (in a good seafood way) udon. So this was also a fave. Chicken karaage - this was also really good! They give a lot of chicken, and the outsides are really crispy, but the insides aren't dry. However, I wish they gave bigger pieces of lemon and a lot more sauce. Chashu gohan - Rice, sauce, pork belly, and egg yolk. Can't really go wrong with that! I really like the flavoring and the pork belly was so tender and delicious. It practically melted into the rice. Gohan - if you're gonna get a gohan, I would say just get the chashu one. This one is good but so plain when compared to the other. Tuna katsu - this dish was interesting. But idk if I would get it again. I like when my raw fish is cold, but after the katsu fry its more room temperature. And the sauce is good but so mild. Since the fish flavor is also so mild, it would have been nice to have something contrasting or something bright to pick up the flavors, like the way soy sauce or wasabi would. Momo skewer - also delicious. Chicken was still juicy. read more

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This is for the Hikiniku Lunch Pop-Up! Wow, what an experience. Chef Lewis Lin literally cooked with this special pop-up. The whole experience was a foodie's dream, and we were so lucky to snag a reservation when they were available. Decadent Wagyu hambagu, grilled to perfection over charcoal -- it's such a simple dish, but it packs so much flavor, depth, and richness. The first one, you eat alone to enjoy the flavor and determine if you want to eat anything else with it; the second you eat with rice and egg, with the option to get any additional add-ons. I loved picking through all the sides -- there was such a variety and everything tasted light and fresh. I particularly enjoyed the potato salad, braised eggplant, and yuzu jam. The meal also came with a Wagyu soup and melon sorbet at the end! The soup was light, but hearty; and was very satisfying. Melon sorbet is also such a perfect summer treat, and was the perfect end to a fantastic lunch. We left absolutely stuffed. If they do this again, I highly recommend going. read more

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We have had this on our list for ages, but we're always worried it would be too busy to try, but we were pleasantly surprised the other night when we walked in on a Saturday and didn't need to wait. The atmosphere is a 5-super cute, I love the lower tables and different types of seating. There was a lot to look at, and I appreciated the nods to Pizza Hut in the glasses they kept! It's a little loud which I was ok with feeling like it added to the vibe but just as a fair warning. Everything food wise is tapas style small plates so prepare to share and try many things. The Wagyu gyoza flavor was a highlight. Would for sure get again. Nikujaga is a pretty large portion, and our server recommended a side of rice which we opted for. The miso flavor was wonderful-but I may not be as good with chopsticks as I had thought because things felt very hard once I put my rice in the beef stew like bowl to mix them together. Beef tenderloin kushiyaki- highlight 5/5 would eat again Chicken karaage was really my least fav of the evening, it didn't do anything for me at all. The dipping sauce was good though. My drink was good it was Gin and it's in my photo but for the life of me I can't read the name of the drink so I'm sorry! It was a little too sweet to drink many but one was great. read more

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One of our favorite date night spots in Downtown Orlando! Juju opens at 5:30 and it makes the perfect date. Due to their popularity I do suggest getting there a little before 5:30 to avoid waits. My husband and I shared a few small plates and our favorites bites were the Wagyu Gyoza and the Japanese Pancake with Pork Chashu added. The pork melted in your mouth! They also have such a great cocktail menu and all the drinks we have tried have all been delicious. read more

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JUJU is such a hidden gem!! Me and my friend had been shopping and wanted a quick bite after all the walking around. She recommended this spot and now I'm Obsessed ! It's a cute Japanese-style restaurant with such a cozy and stylish vibe inside I loved the whole setup. We had a reservation, so we didn't wait long at all which was a huge plus. As soon as we sat down, I noticed they had a happy hour menu (which I'm always down for lol). We ended up ordering the sakis, Korean pancake, Korean fried chicken, gyoza, 2 lychee drinks with Japanese spirits, and the corn on the cob. Everything was really good! We split the bill and it came out to under $40 each! Such a steal. The only thing I was sad about was that they were sold out of the rice balls, I was really looking forward to trying them. But honestly, that just gives me an excuse to go back to be honest lol. The service was amazing too. The staff was so sweet and helpful the whole time. I even ordered the Korean fried chicken to go and somehow it tasted even better later on! 10/10 experience. I'll definitely be back to try more from the menu. Thanks, JUJU, for a great night with great vibes and even better food! . read more

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Food was amazing! My favorite was the Mankato Udon and smoked duck but everything was excellent. Came alittle after 8 p.m. and got a table without weighting. Nice last minute date idea for a weeknight. read more

Japanese food might be my favorite cuisine and Juju might be one of my favorite Japanese spots in town. It's fun, unpretentious, affordable, and the staff is made up of some of the nicest people. If you've never been here before, it's casual Japanese street food that is very comforting. This is the kind of place you bring friends that you want to catch up with and don't mind sharing a bunch of small plates with. I've tried nearly half of the menu at this point so I'll recommend my favorites from each category. Snacks: Chippu and Deippu which are chips and a butter + roe dip; Hamachi Kama which is a yellowtail fish collar - has a surprising amount of meat on it; Wagyu Gyoza - can't go wrong with potstickers; and Chicken Karaage (fried chicken). On their specials, I've gotten the Nikujaga multiple times - it's basically a beef stew; and finally, I've had Shoyu Smoked Duck once and it was cooked to perfect and absolutely worth your time! From the Raw section, all of these are winners: Chirashi, Hamachi Crudo, and Dry Aged O-Toro. I love this cut of tuna - it's dry aged for up to a month and becomes a buttery, yummy flavor. Under "Mini Bowl," without fail, I ALWAYS order the Susuru Gohan, which is just rice, with a seasoning and soy cured egg yolk, which I pair with items from the "raw" section or the "snacks." Or if I'm extra hungry, I get it the with the pork chashu to beef it up a little. My wife likes to get the Mentaiko Udon and I love to get big noodle pulls when we share. As for the cocktails, I really only have gotten two but I enjoy both: That Old Pizza Hut and the Juju Old Fashioned. The former is a playful homage to the history of the building (which was an old Pizza Hut) and is essentially their take on a whiskey sour; and the latter is just their take on an old fashioned. Both are delicious and good enough for me to not venture out and try other drinks In short, I love the casual vibe and ambiance of Juju; their staff is always great and the food and drinks are consistently on point. You can't go wrong with anything from here. Enjoy! read more

This place is very unique and offers a wide selection of unique entrees and seafood. The aesthetic of the plates are on point. The food is so good that you don't feel full. I'll definitely visit again with my friends. read more

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Juju is such a gem--beautiful ambiance, creative dishes, and bold, thoughtful flavors. Every plate feels like it was crafted with care. The menu blends Asian influences in a really modern and fun way. I especially loved the udon, and the cocktails were just as impressive. The service was friendly and attentive without being overbearing, and the whole vibe felt upscale but still approachable. Perfect for a date night or a special dinner out. Highly recommend if you're looking for something stylish and delicious! read more

Juju - Udon - Japanese Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Absolutely love this place. Great food. Great vibes and great drinks. Don't know if it's a hidden gem anymore but it's a hidden gem to me and we love taking friends when they're in town. read more

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Juju has been in my bookmarks for so long and I finally got to try it. The rumor we always heard was that they didn't take reservations and with their popularity we thought it'd be hard to get a seat. To our surprise we went in and were seated right away. It's much bigger inside than expected too, they maximized on space without feeling cramped. With the help of AI and our waiter I ordered the Hitachino Nest "Yuzu lager" to drink and would order it again. Nice flavor on a hot summer day. Food wise we tried a few things: 1. Wagyu gyoza- flavor was good and a decent amount of meat inside 2. Nikujaga- like a beef stew and we got a side of rice which paired perfectly (once we mixed the two though a spoon would have made it much easier to eat.) 3. Beef tenderloin kushiyaki- top notch flavor who doesn't like a skewer? 4. Chicken karaage- probably the most underwhelming, their version of chicken tenders if I had to guess. I'm glad we finally get to cross this off our Orlando foodie list. We saw some people doing the chef's table and that experience looks cool too if you're into sushi and food adventurous. read more

I went here on a date and I have no idea how I have never visited this place before because it was that GOOD! The person I went with has it as one of their staples and I 100% see why because their food is delicious! From the wings, the raw fish, the rib eye for two..... you truly couldn't go wrong! read more

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I love this izakaya alot; their yuzu chuhai is amazing I always get that and the mentaiko udon. The serivce is fast and attentive, and you dont have to wait too long for the food to arrive. The setting is everythinggg; it makes you feel like you're actually at an izakaya in Japan! read more

This place is amazing and the food was delicious! It definitely reminded us of our trip to Japan and we will be going back! The Wagyu gyoza were awesome. We also ordered the chicken karaage which was super tender and perfectly fried with a delicious dipping sauce. We couldn't resist ordering the beef tongue skewer and it was sooo tender and flavorful! The pork belly rice bowl was really good too. The only item I didn't care for was the raw scallop dish. It had a really fishy flavor I am not used to experiencing with scallops. The cocktails were super light and well balanced. Will definitely go back and try more. We finished off with matcha soft serve for dessert. This was such a great experience - we will definitely try the chef counter next time! read more

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Went here last night with friends in town - we got there early enough to be seated when we walked in. We ordered our drinks - I ordered my usual Lychee Chu-hai. Simple but so good. We then ordered some ribeye, sirloin, momo, pork belly, pork jowl, and tsukune skewers to start off with. Next we ordered the chirashi, wagyu gyoza, chicken karaage, okonomiyak, susuru gohan, and stuffed wings. My favorites were the okonomiyaki, karaage, tsukune with spicy mentaiko, and the chirashi. The rest were good too, the karaage was a hit amongst the table. It's a great place to hang out with friends and share bites. Our server was attentive and nice. It was a great vibe overall. read more

Juju - Okonomiyaki - Japanese Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Ambiance was great. Server was friendly. I sooo wish I could rate this place higher, but it was quite disappointing. If you're not seated at the bar or on the booth, the chairs are a tiny wooden thing with no back support or cushion. The booth at least has one side with back support/no cushion and the other side has a seat with cushion/no back support. Pork shoulder: dry Pork belly: amazing Pork jowl: lacking flavor Chicken thigh: perfectly juicy Ribeye: not fatty and flavorless Chirashi in Masu Box: uni (THANK YOU for not being stingy on the uni) and slice of scallop were AMAZING-- the rest were meh, rice was strong on the rice vinegar (?) flavor Susuru Chashu Gohan: decent but nothing noteworthy, filling because of all the rice but came much later than the yakitori/kushiyaki items so couldn't even pair the rice with those meats Overall, meh. read more

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Loved my experience at Juju! The food was unique and flavorful. The atmosphere is lively yet relaxed, and the staff was super friendly. Perfect place for a casual night out or date night in Orlando! read more

Juju - Japanese Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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You just simply can't go wrong with Juju! I love coming here and recently it looks like they switched their menu up some! I arrived about 30 minutes before it opened because I wanted to make sure we could get in and be seated instead of having to wait since they do not take reservations for standard seating. Everything that you order here is made fresh, so the food does take longer to come out but when it arrives it's well worth the wait! The most interesting food I had was the Okonomiyaki which is the Japanese pancake! It looks unappealing but it tastes so good! I'm sometimes particular about cabbage dishes but this one didn't disappoint! Another new menu item I tried was the yuzu street corn! Both are things that I adore on their own, so bringing them together was a fantastic call on Juju's part! I could've kept ordering these all day and had no regrets. Some classics that we had to get were of course the wagyu gyoza, the gohan and some tuna katsu. Our dessert stomach also was activated and we got the donuts which had some ube filling! I would say next time we would do just one order to share as it ended up being a larger portion than anticipated. My experience here as always was phenomenal, and I cannot recommend this place enough! Come for the food, stay for the izakaya ambiance! read more

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Great date night spot. Get there early because the don't take reservations. The karage is the best read more

Juju - Tempura veggies, okra, karage fried chicken - Japanese Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Delicious food and great atmosphere! Definitely will come again! The fish is fresh and bbq is delicious! read more

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If you want one of the best diningexperiences in Orlando, Juju is the place to go. Everything about this restaurant is incredible -- from the service to the cool decor, it's one of the best gems in Orlando. They also have some of the freshest seafood in Orlando while keeping everything incredibly creative. read more

Juju - Waiting area - Japanese Near Me - Orlando, Florida

This is my 2nd time at Juju, both times I've been wowed. The Don dishes are available only during happy hour but they are my absolute favorite on both visits. I had the Blue Fin Don, it comes with raw fish and sushi rice... soooo delicious! I actually crave that dish from last time too! The chicken skewer was so juicy and tasty, wow! Chicken Karaage was good but I prefer it better at other places honestly. The server was the amazing, so friendly and helpful. She was top tier! You'd love the vibes at Juju, the decor is 10/10!!! read more

I love love this place. I've been here 3 times and they've all been hits with everyone I've come with. I don't even eat seafood but the yakitori and tempuras are SO good I come just for them. They have a happy hour on Wed, Thur and Sunday where they offer onigiris super cheap. Service is a bit slow but that's only because everything is made to order. The place is small but super unique! read more

Juju - chicken yakitori, tenderloin yakitori, drink - Japanese Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Juju is a great place for people who are itching to go to Japan and need an immediate treat to their palate. Starting with their location and ambiance, the place is located in a large plaza so parking was very easy. The entrance is a little small, but once I was in, it was easy to see it was very clean and had plenty of seating. Their staff was very attentive, friendly, and inviting. Our waitress made sure our drinks were full and always had what we needed. It's also always cool when a restaurant has a section where you can see the kitchen at work. Lastly, their food. Being Asian myself, I had to have a side of rice. The Susuru Gohan is exactly what you would expect for a bowl of rice - sticky, flavorful, and as an added bonus, with a creamy egg on top. The duck was also delicious. It was tender, juicy, and the creamy sauce was a great compliment. The fried chicken was also really good. Although it's fried, it was still tender and juicy. Its saltiness was a great addition to the several dishes ordered. And finally, my favorite is perheps the salmon. It was very flavorful, tasted fresh, and felt like a high quality delicacy. Overall, this restaurant clearly cares about their food. Although a bit pricey, it's definitely worth the cost because you know you'll be eating delicious and satisfying food. read more

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I was a hardcore Pizza Hut buffet dine in girl growing up in Orlando. My mom used to bring me here growing up so it's so cool seeing a place like this be brought to life again. I came for a girls night and it was interesting and educational. All the dishes were a testament to Japanese cuisine and delicious. I really enjoyed that all dishes were hot on arrival. Lately it's been an issue that food doesn't arrive hot, but here it does! Our server walked us through the dishes and gave recommendations which is where we were thinking of going. Everything was tasty and adventurous. I do want to return and try more dishes, but overall a place worth experiencing. read more

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