7/9/26 A pleasant surprise- I expected a madhouse buffet- instead I found a quiet, sedate, clean and beautifully decorated Asian decor. The service was prompt, attentive, accommodating. The passion fruit lemonade mocktail, a ten. I had a large platter of "a little of this, a little of that" : filet mignon, lobster, shrimp, scallops and noodles- small salad, clear broth soup. All good but too much food. I will return, sample the seafood ceviche. Why not a five star meal? It was my first visit- will need to sample more dishes. read more

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I admit I was pleasantly surprised. My teenage daughter likes to come here with her friends for hibachi grill. She has been begging me to go with her. So we finally went together. The hibachi grill "show" is exactly what you would expect. The flames, the spinning egg, the spatula banging/drumming, the onion flaming volcano, the tossing pieces of food so the customers can catch it in their mouth, and squirting sake directly into your mouth. I haven't been to hibachi grill in at least 15 years...nothing has changed. Exactly the same. The grill guy was very enthusiastic, funny, and gave my daughter a balloon when he was finished cooking. The food portions are generous. We both brought about half our meal. The food was fresh. The flavors were average...like they intentionally made them basic for the most common denominator. I did like each portion included both rice and noodles. The meal also comes with a small salad (very basic) and a clear broth soup which was better than I expected. The price is reasonable. read more

Kon Asian Bistro - Gyoza pork dumplings - Asian Fusion Near Me - Portland, Maine

Food was amazing, and priced just right. The combination meal is definitely the way to go. Nice sized portions as well. We ordered the chicken and salmon combination. Everything was cooked perfectly, vegetables especially. The soup and salad was delicious as well. Customer service was excellent. Overall 10/10! read more

Kon Asian Bistro - Chicken & Salmon - Asian Fusion Near Me - Portland, Maine

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Every time I come to Kon I have a great experience. They have a ton of free parking in the parking lot. The entrance and bathrooms are handicap accessible. My boyfriend and I went for hibachi on Valentine's Day. We did have to wait about 20-30 mins for hibachi to start since we got paired with strangers. Once the service started, it was fantastic. We had a reservation so were seated immediately. We each got water and then a scorpion bowl for two. They light the center which is cool and it comes with super long straws which is a fun touch. We got gyoza for the appetizer which is always so good. The dipping sauce is delicious. Hibachi is always so fun. Dinner and a show. The chef loves including everyone. Saki shots, getting the vegetables launched into your mouth, and the onion volcano are all so fun. I always get filet mignon. Hibachi comes with the mini salad and soup to start. Everyone gets two shrimp, rice, noodles, and vegetables, in addition to the chosen protein. It's like dinner theater. It's always a great experience and the food is amazing. I will continue to keep coming back to Kon! read more

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Always great to find a restaurant on a Monday night. We sat in the bar with a great bottle of wine and saw some friends. It was a relaxing and friendly evening. Pad Thai was perfect and Gluten Free! read more

Kon Asian Bistro - Pad Thai in the bar - Asian Fusion Near Me - Portland, Maine

Plenty of parking and the restaurant had plenty of open tables on a Monday night. I had krazy tuna that went well with wine. read more

Kon Asian Bistro - Krazy tuna - Asian Fusion Near Me - Portland, Maine

The food is fresh and well made. one star for the owners disregard. They made me a spicy tuna roll that I requested to be gluten. I spoke with the owner about this and he assured me they could do this. It was full of crunchy glutenny bits. When I want back in (take out order) his response was just "sorry" they made me another roll but if I had not noticed I would have been sick for weeks. Also I bit into the avocado and salmon roll to find a hard thing. It ended up being the avocado top. Will not go back. read more

Kon Asian Bistro - Asian Fusion Near Me - Portland, Maine

I'm always impressed by Kon. It's one of the best restaurants of its type that I've been to in the area, honestly. I've enjoyed hibachi here a couple times, but I've been many more times for basic dining and have had consistently great food. Prices are very reasonable for the most part, portions are generous, food is fresh. Love it so much. read more

Food and service was great. Had the hibachi. Will come back again soon. Hibachi guy was enjoying

Food was good and hot. Service was good. The place looked dirty and the low level light made the place look drab. It is a birthday and celebration spot as we found out when staff with drums and other noise making items came out from time to time. Not fun for me read more

Super friendly staff! The food was good and you can tell they use fresh ingredients. We did order pick up and it was a smooth process! You get a lot of food with your order. Two of us were able to share the vegetable fried rice and we even had left overs. I also really enjoyed the vegetable sushi! It has cucumber, avocado and asparagus in it! You get six pieces in an order. I'd recommend this place! I would not it may be good to add increased spice level to your order. read more

Kon Asian Bistro - vegetable sushi roll - Asian Fusion Near Me - Portland, Maine

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I can honestly say that I miss their sushi happy hour, otherwise everything here is just as good as it's always been. The staff is always awesome, my favorite sassy Portland bartenders, Chad is a staple here. His delicious sarcasm pairs well with every plate. read more

Kon Asian Bistro - My sashimi selections scallops, salmon, tuna and ell And their habanero mango drink - Asian Fusion Near Me - Portland, Maine

I understand everyone seems to love Kon. I, however, do not. I visited most recently at lunch for a hibachi lunch for 14-ish coworkers. The hostesses made it very clear they could not seat anyone until the entire party was present. When we ended up having 1 less person than they expected, they made it seem like a big deal. The hibachi show is not fun for an introvert. The man attempted to throw rice into everyone's mouth and I was not interested, but he threw the rice ball anyway and it landed on the floor behind me. The bar was filled with strip club go-ers out getting a breath of fresh air, food and another drink. They all seemed to turn around and stare at our group wearing business attire. It seemed to be a very busy place despite not a lot of guests at the time. The phones were ringing off the hook, the hostesses were running around, I'm not exactly sure what was going on behind the scenes. read more

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Best Asian Bistro I've ever seen the service is amazing and the food is the best me and my friends love the place the sushi is very good 10/10 I recommend and would most definitely go again read more

Parts of the restaurnt smell so bad, The worst Habachi I ever had, no flavor , But the waitress and chef were very nice with their service Pretty decent decor read more

All of it was amazing and at a fair price. I don't agree with all the low scores. Fast friendly service has always been the norm.

No Service animals allowed as per phone request to not embarrass myself and being handicapped having to get there by assistance and a long term customer since 2009 that has spent a lot there ...sorry I'm getting old and I am a Veteran ...my dog is harmless and certified. read more

Been here at least twice. Was good both times. Long wait for food though. Regardless of having a reservation. If you go as a group you can get drinks while you wait and have plenty of time to chat before you eat. Nice inside, but I don't care for the location. read more

Mostly Typical hibachi offerings except for the lobster but well done. Fresh Lobster in hibachi style is good but it doesn't stand out for me compared to typical American lobster style. I am sure a few relatives of mine enjoyed it immensely. Lobster done in sit down Chinese restaurant style tastes really good for most people and I think Americans that like lobster but only typically American cuisine would like such a dish as the lobster tends to be fried with green onions and such for exquisite taste and while the preparation might be different, it wouldn't stray too far away from what one may be used to in the States if you aren't a true foodie like I consider myself to be. Elderflower lemonade didn't have much elderflower as expected. Reisling White wine had a nice taste to it. Our chef was very enthusiastic and fun to be around. They are lucky to have him. read more

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One of my favorite sushi places! I have been here many times and always sit at the bar. The drinks are great and the bar tenders are amazing. The sushi is fresh and I haven't ever had a bad meal here. They also have hibachi which is super fun. I went here for my birthday one year and had about 18 people and the accommodated us nicely and everyone had a great time! I always suggest this place! read more

Kon Asian Bistro - Asian Fusion Near Me - Portland, Maine

My favorite hibachi place in the Portland area . Fun atmosphere and a lot of food. Love that they give you noodles and rice . Chef at table was a lot of fun read more

Service was solid. The place seems very outdated and most chairs have holes in the. The food was not good whatsoever. We sat at the in person hibachi station and the food had wayyyy too much garlic and the chicken was extremely overcooked. I will not be coming back. read more

I've been coming here for over a decade, and it never disappoints. The food is always incredible, and Chad has been holding it down at the bar since day one. The great vibe and delicious food keep me coming back time and time again. read more

Pretty decent, no yum yum sauce but the sauces they give are cool. May go back for sushi before I leave area. read more

Kon Asian Bistro - Asian Fusion Near Me - Portland, Maine

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Been wanting to stop in here for awhile since we have driven by it so many times. Have missed having a go-to sit down Asian restaurant for a long while. Look forward to returning for the what I expect to be entertaining hibachi table in the future. The staff was friendly and all had masks on following COVID safety guidelines. The service was friendly and in a timely manner as well. We didn't get any signature rolls but their Boston Roll while simply was still tasty. Then for entrees, my girl and I both got different hibachi dishes. The portions were plenty big for both of us and both the steak and seafood were cooked to our liking. Will definitely be returning to try more menu items and some of their drinks as well. This appears to be a good spot that is a step up from many of the takeout spots around if you are looking for a nice atmosphere, friendly service, and tasty Asian food. read more

Very fresh tasty and large servings. Friendly server. Nice modern and comfortable dining room. read more

Kon never disappoints. There's enough seating so you usually don't have to wait and they have a private parking lot. They have the best happy hour in town (bar side only). You can't beat their $5 martini of the day, half priced apps and drink specials. This happens for a few hours every evening, even on the weekends! The hibachi tables are entertaining and delicious. Two tables are backed into each other, making it a great place to hold a larger dinner crowd. I love the fried rice that comes off the grill. It trumps the simple bowl of white rice that many serve. The playfulness of the chefs is unmatched. Always be ready to catch a piece of food being flung at your face or sake squirting in your mouth. For the 21+ crowd, get yourselves a couple of scorpion bowls or Mai Thais for a good time. You'll need a DD (: read more

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Came here with a group of friends for hibachi and it was really fun!! Our chef was engaging and made everyone involved. The rice was very tasty and not too salty. There wasn't enough egg in the rice so that would be my only complaint. He did 3 rounds of sake for our table which was fun to engage in and watch. The chicken and shrimp were cooked well and the vegetables were very flavorful. The portions are huge and the drinks are very strong. I also loved the sushi roll- Paradise Roll. It was huge and filling! I was very surprised how full I was after a couple pieces. The prices are very reasonable as well. I would love to come back one day! read more

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I've been coming here on and off for many years now, sometimes the food is hit or miss - however, this most recent visit reminded me of why I used to like it so much 10+ years ago. I came around 6:30pm on a Monday. Had a few things, but the Szechuan crispy dried chicken - 5 stars, it was just so good! The crab Rangoon & gyoza were decent apps, and my friend had a poke bowl that was up to her liking - minus the kimchi, which I also tried and wasn't a fan - tasted bland, like it was pre packaged. Service was prompt, attentive and courteous - granted we came on a fairly slow Monday evening. Friday / Sat / Sun this place is a zoo, highly recommend reservations for the usual days of the week most people are out, otherwise it's pretty safe to come without reservations. This place is in need of a major facelift, greasy fingermarks on all the chairs, fading / tearing seats & for as long as I remember over the past few years sits a empty koi pond in the middle of the restaurant taking up about 10'x20' footprint, space that would be much better suited for seating during the busier days. The interior is a far cry from what it used to be & detracts from the aesthetic and overall appeal in my opinion - this used to be a really classy feeling interior. read more

Very consistent bistro food. Now offer specials daily and have expanded to add more hibachi areas. We dined in the restaurant side. Great service and drinks. May is Asian Islander Month check out your favorite place read more

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Closest I can get to non frill cheap rolla like in NYC. Huge restaurant, the bar brought memories to New York. Recommended for the rolls. Tried Mongolian mai tai, pre-made, too sweet for me but can't complain for the price $8.50 read more

Kon Asian Bistro - Spicy crunchy tuna roll - Asian Fusion Near Me - Portland, Maine

Awesome atmosphere. Dim, warm lighting, huge Buddha statue in the center gives off huge Tau vibes in Portland. So many amazing food options. Service was super sweet, fast. and accommodating. Huge venue. Will come again! Seems like it would be an awesome place for larger parties. read more

Kon Asian Bistro - spicy tuna special - Asian Fusion Near Me - Portland, Maine

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We've been to Kon many a times over the last few years. We've consistently been treated terribly. The food is good but the service is lacking and often super rude. We won't be back. The best thing I can say about our experiences is the hibachi chefs are super nice! read more

Kon has been my Family's favorite restaurant until 1 week ago, on Sunday, at 3:45. My kids requested sushi rolls with only rice and seaweed, as we have done the previous 10+ times we have been there without an issue. The server, Jie, was very unwelcoming and insisted the kitchen would not accommodate them, despite it never having been an issue before. Her delivery and attitude ruined the experience for us and it is because of her service, or lack there of, that we will not be returning. We had our friend visiting from California and chose to bring her to Kon to celebrate. Between the 3 adults at the table we have spent close to 60 years and counting working in the service industry. It doesn't take much to be kind and welcoming. We are disappointed to have lost our favorite spot. Hoping this review encourages the business to do better, particularly when serving young families. read more

This is an update to my prior five star review. After a year, we returned to dine. It was a 180 degree turn. I wonder if the cook had ever actually eaten Pad Thai prior to cooking at Kon Asian Bistro. Noodles were mushy, gloppy and appeared to have been shoveled onto the plate. Bean sprouts were cooked through and mushy, so there was no textural contrast at all. The dish was over-sauced and just unappealing. I sent the dish back and got mango chicken, and while the chicken was tender, the bucket of cloyingly sweet sauce on dish just ruined it. I understand that Covid made staffing dicey, but my first experience there was amazing, and it was during Covid as well. The wait staff was wonderful on both occasions. read more

We loved the atmosphere, maybe a bit loud, but it was a Friday night and the place was hopping. The colors were vibrant and our server was great. She was friendly and checked on us exactly often enough. The veggie spring rolls and veggie udon my dinner companion had were both very tasty and fresh. My bounty of sushi was also fresh, delicious and well prepared. read more

I've never really had any opinions on restaurants, but this one was definitely not a good restaurant. First of all, the service was not that great. The person taking our order showed up to our table, didn't listen to our orders, and just left. Then, they forgot our drink orders. Also, I thought the food was good, but my mom thought the stuffing in her lettuce wrap tasted awful. But the food did come very fast, so two stars. read more

Our family has been here several times. The menu is extensive and varied. The prices are reasonable. The service has always been excellent. The restaurant is large with a bar area and several separate dining areas. There is plenty of room and we go early (5pm) and there has never been a noise issue. This is not one of your fancy upscale places. It is very clean and very middle class. Just right for a good meal!! read more

10/10 food, service and ambiance. Stopped here on a whim for a bite to eat and was heavily impressed. we ordered a range of food and everything was delicious. Not to mention the service was excellent, fast and efficient and polite. cannot say enough good things about this spot. excited to come back! read more

The parking is HUGE at Kon and so is the restaurant! The restaurant is dimly lit (not sure why, ambiance?), and the lighting gives off a warm, red look along with the rest of the Asian influenced decor. From the minute you walk in, they have a giant Buddha in his own little rock garden. They have a bar on one side, the hibachi in the next room, and the main room to connect the two. We ordered the Sushi Trio, which comes with a soup & salad, and the Tuna Amazing. The Sushi Trio, was mediocre. Nothing spectacular about it. It literally just tasted like fish, on top of a pile of rice. Usually, sushi pieces are slightly touched with rice vinegar and a dash of wasabi. Their sushi did not. The Tuna Amazing was not... It was actually almost close to room temperature and it shouldn't be when this is a RAW plate! Something I thought I was going to get used to, but ended up realizing it was giving me more anxiety than needed--- THEY BANG DRUMS AND OTHER LOUD NUISANCES for the birthday people. I'm always down to celebrate a birthday, but it literally sounds like a 2-year old is making all that commotion! read more

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