On a rainy day, my son and I decided to kill some time and grab lunch at Koko Ramen…read more We walked into an empty restaurant that, while clean, definitely could use some updating. Most of the seats were torn, which was one of the first things we noticed. We grabbed our own menus and waited a few minutes for the waitress to come over. We both ordered waters, but my son's had floating green particles on top that looked like green onions. Instant turn off. I ordered a poke bowl and he ordered ramen. I do wish both dishes would've come out together. Once we started eating, I could tell pretty quickly my poke bowl was anything but fresh. The cucumbers tasted sour, the edamame was mushy, and the amount and quality of the fish was disappointing for the price. My son had a similar experience with his ramen. He said the wontons tasted like nothing, although the broth and noodles themselves weren't bad. This little restaurant honestly has so much potential, which is why I hate leaving a negative review for a mom-and-pop place. But for the prices being charged, the ingredients really need to be fresher. Unfortunately, we would not return

Fried rice was amazing. Food was authentic and my order was ready as soon as I walked through the…read moredoor.

We love ramen, especially in chilly weather, and Izumi is our favorite in Lafayette. The broth is…read moresuper flavorful, the noodles are chewy, the chashu is tender and flavorful, and the eggs are perfectly soft boiled. My daughter says the fried rice is the best anywhere. The service is okay, not outstanding but not bad either. Takeout is also a great option here because they package the broth and noodles separately so the noodles don't get soggy.

Pork bus were absolutely amazing. I will be trying something else on my next visit, it was clean…read moreand the service was great.

In town for a college visit and stopped in for some ramen. Quaint spot on a strip with a parking…read morelot. The restaurant is small and quiet but clean. Service was good and the food was pretty tasty. We started with the beef kushiyaki, chashu tacos and a rocky shrimp roll while we waited for our entrees. The tacos were amazing, full of flavor, nice twist to a taco, meat was tender, sauce was sweet but tangy. The sushi was full of shrimp and spicy crab and had a nice size, if you're looking for a cooked roll. I had the spicy miso beef ramen and added shrimp. Not spicy as I would have liked, but still flavorful. Their spicy is on the mild side for all dishes. My son had the chicken katsu ramen which came with a side of chicken. He loved it, no complaints. My husband had a noodle dish (can't recall the name) with chicken, shrimp, beef and vegetables. Bold flavor with just a little spice. He cleaned his plate. Overall, we agreed we would return. Definitely a good place to stop in for a quick eat.

Today I ordered the pork egg rolls and wasn't happy with them. They were cooked perfectly and the…read moreouter shell was crispy but the pork had a strong after taste and smell which was a turn off. We ordered it to go so can't review the service or ambiance. The spicy beef miso was delicious as always. Yes I recommend this place.

If you are looking for healthy, fresh AND tasty look no further. Fill out the sushi like order form…read moreand get a poke bowl customized just for you. You can eat healthy at restaurants if you pick wisely. If you have not tried poke', you are in for a pleasant surprise.

I am extremely disappointed with this restaurant. When I ordered a Togo dish and decided to eat it…read moreat a table last minute, I was informed that I couldn't do so because they have a policy requiring customers to clean up after themselves. This is absurd, and I am very upset. I asked for the manager to get a refund because they don't deserve my money but no one came.

I was extremely disappointed with this restaurant. The beef ramen had almost no flavor or…read moreseasoning, and the miso soup smelled like burnt water. The curry chicken tasted like frozen, breaded chicken with very little flavor. The crab puffs were almost entirely cream cheese with barely any crab. To make matters worse, two drinks cost $7.50, which seemed overpriced. We took a few bites of our food and ended up leaving because it was that bad. Spending nearly $70 on a meal we couldn't eat was a complete waste of money. My fiancé literally gagged. Unfortunately, I would not recommend this restaurant to anyone. If I could give it negative stars, I would.

Ok we are going to break this up. Let's start with the spring rolls. They were nice and crunchy but…read moreextremely mushy on the inside. The Ramen was bland and parts were cold like the egg and meat. Not much flavor. Lacking in flavor town. My wife and son didn't even finish there rame. The service was decent.the waitress checked on us and made sure our drinks were full. The restaurant was ok. Seats were held together with tape. Floor dirty but I have seen worse. Honestly I am here to try the food And let you know what I think. The Ramen was ok. Over all I would say ok. The restaurant restroom was dirty and smelt bad. Please clean your restaurant.

Went yesterday for our first time. My wife and I had their gyoza, pork ramen, beef udon, and unagi…read moredon. All was phenomenal. The inside is cozy and clean. Our server, Alyssa, was great. She regularly checked on us and was very friendly. I was surprised it only had 4 stars on here. The 15% gratuity is for the all-you-can-eat portion. We saw it on the door of the establishment and in the details of the all-you-can-eat portion of the menu.

The food was amazing for the price for two people. The service was very quick and everyone is nice…read more The restaurant was very clean. I definitely recommend anyone trying.

As someone who grew up Southern, cornfed meat, potatoes and gravy redneck, it took my wife years to…read moreconvince me to finally try something at this restaurant. Anytime we visited the casino, she would go to Asia and I would go across the hall to get a hot dog. I finally gave in a couple years ago and joined her at Asia. While I'm still a picky eater, I must say I was astounded at the quality and freshness of the food we were served. My must haves are the firecracker shrimp and General Sam's Shrimp. The firecracker shrimp have the perfect amount of creamy heat banged with the present crisp of the fried shrimp. It's not overwhelmingly spicy but just right if you like a little heat. The creaminess of the sauce helps balance the spice. If you're up for it add a glass of ice water and order their best Saki to truly enjoy the experience. The General Saos shrimp is equally amazing. It's a delicate balance of sweet and savory with a hint of heat. Admittedly, I wouldn't be mad if it had a little more heat but my perspective is usually after spending hours in the casino and I'm looking to burn the demons of sin from my soul with spices. The spousal unit typically orders Hunan Chicken which I've sampled and it is definitely as savory and fresh. I lean toward dishes with a little spice and heat but it is very flavorful. The waitstaff is always very attentive no matter the hour and this restaurant is now our must visit every time we visit Lake Charles no matter where we stay.

Meh. Food was okay for me, but nothing you can't get at Panda Express…read more My BF, however, loved the General TSO chicken. He said it was the best he's ever had. Hence the three stars. We were at the casino for a concert, and wanted to go to Johnny Sanchez. When we got to JS's, for some reason they had a very limited menu. It was basically just appetizers and a burger. That would have been good for me, but my companions wanted more. I'm not a huge fan of Chinese food, so I ordered veggie fried rice, Mike ordered the aforementioned TSO chicken, and our friend Ruthie had beef with broccoli. She said it was good. The service was average. Not attentive enough for me-I had to flag her down to get to-go boxes and the check. Like I said: meh.

One of my favorite places! Love the vegan crunch rolls, kung fu wings and honey-grilled shrimp…read morenoodle bowl:)

We were searching for an Asian restaurant to satisfy a craving for a flavorful hot soup and came…read moreacross Sweet Basil. Although the reviews were mixed, the majority were positive, and seeing that they offered pho, we decided to give it a try. Upon arrival, the host was warm and welcoming. The restaurant itself features pleasant décor and a comfortable atmosphere. There were a few families dining at the time, which created a relaxed and inviting environment. The host took our drink order promptly and brought the beverages out before our server came to take our food order. We ordered the special vermicelli plate, fresh spring rolls, and the ribeye pho. All of the dishes arrived at the same time. The vermicelli bowl, unfortunately, was not as flavorful as we had hoped; the sauce could have benefited from a bit more depth and seasoning. The pho was satisfactory, though we may simply be accustomed to a more robust, authentic flavor profile. During the meal, our server checked on us several times. We did need to mention an issue with the shrimp in the vermicelli plate, and he handled it professionally by removing the item from our bill, which we appreciated. The service overall was attentive and courteous. It's possible that because we visited closer to closing time, the broth and proteins may not have been at their peak freshness. Despite our mixed feelings about the food, the quality of service and welcoming atmosphere left a positive impression. We would consider returning, hopeful for a stronger culinary experience next time. So we can revise our review.

Received a mailing for a free roll. New restaurant in town so we had to try. The service…read moreimmediately was welcoming. Our server was polite, on task, and offered an item off menu which was to die for. Extremely tasty and perfect pairing of flavors.

If you're looking for a great food and great atmosphere this is the place!…read more There is also a happy hour, see photo for details. Overall, this place is a great place for a girls night, group outing, or a date! We sat at the bar area in the bartenders, were extremely friendly and offered great recommendation!