We have eaten at a few different Thai places over the years but once we discovered IKA Grill, we…read morehaven't been anywhere else. We usually sit at the bar and the service is great. They are friendly and the food is amazing. We always start off with the Kun Pun chicken as an appetizer and then the Pad Thai with beef and shrimp. We have also tried other items on the menu such as the Spicy Mongolian Beef and the Kung Pao combo but the Pad Thai is our favorite. We try to eat there at aleast a couple times a month

I tried Ika Grill for the first time with my friend today. We were celebrating her birthday…read more We arrived a little before 2pm on a Sunday afternoon and it was pretty busy. While we didn't have to wait for a table, almost all of them were full when we arrived. Ika is a smaller space in a strip mall off of 119 in Leewood, so there's not a ton of seating but the restaurant went further back than where we sat so there's probably more room than I could see. The kitchen/sushi bar is right up front when you walk in and takes up a good amount of room toward the front but it's aesthetically pleasing. The decor was very nice and everything was clean. They have a big chalk board near the front door, on the wall with their specials. They have quite a few. The menu is very large and our server came over about 5 minutes after we were seated. We ordered some edamame but asked for some more time to look at the menu. When the edamame came out, we placed our order. We decided to both get a side salad with ginger dressing and share two of their special rolls. We got one of the specials off the board, the Hidden Dragon. It was really good and by far my favorite out of the 2 rolls we got. My friend also really liked this roll and thought it was the better of the two. The other roll we got was the Rainbow which is a California roll topped with various types of fish. Neither of us are big fans of salmon so we asked for it to be left off. I didn't really like this roll. I normally love tuna but I prefer it cut a bit thinner and I'm used to it almost having a butter texture where it melts in your mouth. I'm not sure what was going on but all of the tuna had a very strong flavor and yes, I'll say it was fishy. I realize some people like that but I don't. Maybe it was the Hamachi (yellowtail) but it was not for me. I tried 2 pieces and that was enough. My friend liked it better than me but definitely preferred the Hidden Dragon too. I would probably give them a 3.5 if that was an option because the Hidden Dragon roll was very good. The service was efficient and quick. Not overly friendly. They never even acknowledged my friend's bday even though she was opening gifts and we sat a small birthday pop up paper cake card on the table. Not that we expected anything but maybe just a comment about her birthday. Maybe they were too rushed for anything extra. My disappointment in the tuna on the Rainbow roll is my reason for the lower rating. The rolls are $18 each so getting one I really couldn't eat is unfortunate. They also use the crab salad and not just a piece of crab in their rolls. I prefer the latter because I'm not too fond of all the extra mayo from the crab salad. I missed taking pics of our rolls! The Hidden Dragon looked fantastic and the Rainbow looked better than it tasted, lol. My friend still enjoyed her afternoon birthday lunch! I would possibly try them again to explore something else on the menu since there were so many options but I won't go out of my way to return.

I can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet. I think this was my 3rd or 4th time and I…read moreswear, it just keeps getting better!! Yum, yum, yummy, yum. Met some friends we shared some appetizers and I ordered the wings and shared a side of fries with all. This place is quant, fun and perfectly tasty. The server felt like a best friend by the end of the meal and it's been that way each time. Save room for the churros!! They are some of the best I've had in KC. Just the best!

Even if a restaurant is capable of putting out 10/10 food, it's not worth going if they can only…read moreexecute that 1 out of 10 times. Recently visited Muni again, and I just felt like Muni deserved an increase from 4 stars to 5 stars for being able to consistently put out really good food. Tried the Tiger Cry Carne Asada Khao Soi for the first time, and was pleasantly surprised at the combination of flavors and textures. I appreciated that their noodles were not overcooked. Ordered the Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich for the second time and loved that the chicken was actually flavorful as if it'd been brined or marinated before being breaded. The fries were cooked perfectly (crisp on the outside, soft on the inside, not too oily). Definitely recommend.

I have been coming to this café for years and I'm not sure why I've never posted a review. This…read moreplace is phenomenal. The first time we went. I got the beef pho my husband got the beef Bulgogi. The pho is delicious massive portions with amazing flavor, perfectly cooked noodles and delicious tender cuts of meat. I feel like most people are coming here for the pho. I tried his Bulgogi. It was just as delicious very tender. You can definitely taste all of the flavors in it. It came with rice and some kimchi. Also cooked perfectly, and the kimchi was punchy and crunchy. Every other time that we have visited here, we have gotten the pho. I've also tried the chicken. It's just as a delicious. I know this place has won some awards for its food and I can see why. I did recently try some crab Rangoon's. They were delicious as well not too greasy just the perfect crunch and flavor I come here about twice a month and I will continue to do that because the quality and the price is perfect.

I was really excited to come here, and so disappointed by the pho I got. The noodles were sticky…read moreand a lil bit overcooked. Sliced beef was dry. I am glad that they have chili oil very easily with access. The broth is okay. The veggies for the pho were fresh and the portion size for a medium is huge. Overall, good value for money, but under par in terms of taste. There's a lot of easy places to sit. The place is pretty bustling, and it's super easy to place an order. The staff is lovely, tables are cleaned. Parking lot is easy too. I just wish I could have enjoyed the food more.

Ugh, writing this review makes me semi-annoyed that I'm not eating Miyabi sushi at this very…read moremoment. I picked this up and took home to enjoy. Forgive me as I forgot the name of one of the rolls! I believe I got a spicy crab roll and the 2nd roll had imitation crab on top with shrimp tempura and maybe mango in the middle? Again, forgive me. I gobbled these up in SECONDS! They were a bit pricey, I want to say give or take $25 for 2 little rolls, but as a little treat to myself, it was worth it!

We parked in one of Miyabi's spots since the neighboring storefront was full, and after finishing…read moreour purchase next door, we sat in the car for about 5-10 minutes figuring out our next stop. During that time, an employee came outside and stared us down the entire time until we left. It felt unnecessarily hostile, especially considering the restaurant had no customers at the time. I understand wanting to keep parking available for patrons, but the approach came across as unwelcoming and aggressive. I've eaten at Miyabi before, and while the food was okay, it wasn't anything memorable or worth going out of my way for. I especially won't be returning after this recent experience. Yikes!

FPO and I drove to Olathe to go to the original Aoyama because the Shawnee location leaves a lot to…read morebe desired. Same classic Aoyama atmosphere, same good service. The quality of the food at Olathe is still great. However it was disappointing to find out that while their prices went up, the portion sizes dropped. Not worth the price, not worth the drive.

I really do love this restaurant! I tried the shio ramen which had a smooth and savory broth, not…read moresuper salty nor overly flavorful. The temperature was perfect, eggs cooked perfectly (not too hard or soft) and the noodles are a good consistency of not being too chewy, hard, or soggy. I'm also a big fan of their gyoza as it has the perfect crispness on the outside. I enjoy the fact that they have canned soda, ramune, and saki options. Staff is always super kind and helpful with guiding you through their menu. The ramen always comes out super quick. Only downside is there is such a small seating area but I doubt anyone would complain about an upgrade!

Had the seafood congee with crab, shrimp and scallops. It was excellent for a cold day…read more The wontons were fresh and delicious. The pork with noodles was was a pleasant surprise, and when it came out, I thought it almost was like a stroganoff. The pickled cucumbers were an interesting delight that gave it a little saltines to its sweetness. The service was excellent and I was surprised at how few people were there for lunchtime on a Saturday. FYI, they don't take reservations for parties less than six The special dessert for the day was the cream cheese wontons, which were very delightful and like most Asian restaurants not very sweet, but a yummy accordingly, and they were served with a side of mango almost like a chutney.. We split the tea and selection is excellent. I hadn't had Boba in a while so that was fun to chew on.. it's just a party in your mouth The ambience is simple but for an area like this, it's very appropriate.

Stopped by Blue Koi on our last trip to Kansas City. When you arrive parking can be found in front…read moreor off to the side of the restaurant. When you walk in the restaurant feels warm, inviting, and inviting dumpling house. To be seated you'll check in with the host and then be shown to your table. To start we ordered the Chili Pepper Wontons (wontons are filled with a shrimp, pork, and chicken mixture and then topped with cilantro, scallion, and a chili sauce) which were not as good as I remembered and the flavor seemed off. For our entree we split the ginger basil chicken (Bite size tender thigh meat sautéed with sesame oil, ginger and fresh basil) which was good but the noodles were a bit undercooked. If I'm in the Kansas City area I may stop here again.

The service is great and the food is consistently amazing. In the neighborhood... try it I bet you…read morelove it!!

My family tried Teriyaki Madness for the first time and these delicious bowls were so good…read more The service was great, we even arrived late on a Saturday evening. You should give this wonderful place a try. Can't wait to go back again.

It is good and small Japanese bbq place, it is kind of pricey for dinner compare to k-pot. But the…read moretaste was different and less greasy. You couldn't go pick yourself and they brought the three items you picked per time. We went weekday so it was okay, but if on a busy time, I could imagine you couldn't get much to eat or time since there is a 90 mins limit if you have a or of people, it may not work well. The green tea ice cream was pretty good not too sweet. Our server was pretty nice.

Gyu-Kaku is definitely a fun and cute spot if you are in the mood for something different. The…read moreconcept of grilling your own food at the table makes it feel interactive and a little special. The flavors were good and the seasoning on the meat and dipping sauces stood out. The mango drink was refreshing and the appetizers like the wontons and shrimp were tasty. That said, the portions felt small for the price and it added up quickly. It is a lot of work to keep the grill going and cook everything, which makes it more of a novelty than a place I would visit regularly. Our server lingered at the table quite a bit which made things slightly awkward instead of relaxed. Overall, I would go back if someone really wanted to try it for a special occasion or for the experience, but it is not something I would make part of my everyday dining rotation.