I have been here a few times via Uber Eats where I ordered and picked it up myself. Very nice…read morestaff very attentive and super friendly. This time I decided to dine in. I was greeted upon entering and seated at a table immediately -- it took a few minutes for someone to come by my table and take an order, but they answered all of my questions. My order consisted of: 1. Unsweetened iced tea. Likely from the soda fountain but decent. 2. Pork dumplings. Served hot and steamed. The pork is well seasoned and very tasty. . 3. Duck noodle soup, ordered for an egg allergy and not spicy. So let's talk about this duck soup. First of all the broth is not that salty, but has a lot of good flavor. The noodles are perfectly cooked and the vegetables are fresh! The duck is is very very good. Some may find the duck is not tender enough however I really happen to like it. One thing other folks may not like is the fact that the duck comes partially on the bone. At least you know it's freshl! If you order this, make sure to take your time with the pieces of duck! All in all a great spot for a solid meal made to order!

Such good service and the food was AMAZING. 10/10 will definitely be back! The woman who was…read moreworking when I went was very nice and the service was pretty quick.

Otsuka Ramen is already one of my go-to spots when I'm craving something warm and comforting. The…read morevibe is cozy and laid-back; perfect for a quick bite solo or hanging with friends. I built my own bowl today with chicken broth and added beef, green onions, fish cakes, bean sprouts, and corn. It seriously looked like a rainbow and tasted just as good. I ended on a sweet note with the black sesame mochi dessert :) Service was friendly and quick for lunchtime and the portions were solid for the price. If you're into good ramen, this place is definitely worth checking out!

I've been to Otsuka Ramen a handful of times just because it was near the area. There are plenty of…read moreRamen places in the area and this is probably one of the first ones I went to. The Ramen is okay, but it just doesn't hit like before. The restaurant was a laid back vide with Japanese inspired themes and music in the background. Our server points us to our table and hands us menus to start. We always start out with an edamame appetizer and then go ahead and order the ramen. My partner got the spicy tonkatsu and I had wanted to do the "make your own ramen" option. I really wanted wagyu but didn't like the toppings it came with. So I just made my own, though it was very costly to add more toppings, so I just chose 2. Overall, the experience was okay. It's not the worse ramen place I've been to but I'll probably only swing my when it's out of convenience

I think all the previous noodles I've ever had was not authentic. That's what eating Dan Dan…read morenoodles here made me realize. It was such healthy helping fresh ingredients. And the steamed dumplings with chili oil were the best I've ever had too. The owner came out personally to thank us and also made sure we had some homemade candy, which was a mix between chewy granola and cookies. A pure light sweetness just enough to counterbalance the savory dish. That's what she explained too. I am in love with a new Chinese restaurant.

Saw good review about Red Bowl. Upon approaching, the front area was not very clean, so we almost…read moredid not go in. Glad we entered. The place inside was clean, relaxing music and overall cool place. While the service was quite slow, the Food was TASTY. The Cucumber Salad was very tasty. Both Ramens had Tasty Broth. The restroom was clean. Only gave a 4 because it took a long time to get the food. We will be back.

Where to start about this amazing yet quaint culinary delight on Kennedy Blvd. In South Tampa?…read more Our dear friends decided we needed an impromptu dinner and that we should visit Paul's as they had a few weeks prior, so naturally when your chosen family suggests-" let's do dinner", you do! Paul's is a truly marvelous establishment and its size ( there are probably 10-12 tables) is very NY. Small and intimate but what comes forth from the kitchen is pure magic. The cuisine is an Asian fusion- that word "fusion" is used a lot these days sometimes a bit much, but Paul's can use whatever words they choose because the food is delicious. We started with the chicken satay, and crispy spring rolls. The satay was delightful and the chicken was tender and flavorful. The spring rolls are def made in house- no frozen spring rolls here, and very tasty. I ordered the Pad Thai- with chicken and shrimp at a medium spice level. All I can say is- WOW, just WOW! By far the best Pad Thai I have had in Tampa in 11 years. The subtle flavors coupled with the mild - yet striking spice was a carnival of excitement in my mouth. The chicken was tender was was the shrimp- the noodles cooked to perfection and the dish was NOT wet- it was perfectly seasoned and was accompanied by a Thai chili vinegar on the side and pepper flakes to add a bit more spice- if I had fancied that. Well, I did. Not because it wasn't seasoned as I had asked, but because I decided to add a little more kick! Our server was just lovely- attentive, helpful and always there when we needed her- always checking to be sure we were ok. The time from kitchen to table is perfect- yet there is no rush, the restaurant just wants to be sure you are enjoying yourself! We topped the evening off with a slice of coconut cream pie- fabulous!! Our experience with Paul's won't be our last. We thoroughly enjoyed every moment...from the happy greeting when we arrived to the sweet farewell from the entire staff when we departed. Paul's is a gem on Kennedy!

I'm honestly surprised this place is rated so highly. While the food was edible, it didn't really…read morewow us. The tom yum soup had a nice spicy kick, but the shrimp had a slight freezer-burn taste. I ordered the sweet potato salmon dish and was disappointed that the salmon was overcooked. The drunken noodles were a bit on the salty side, though not terrible. Overall, it's an "okay" spot, but it wouldn't be my first choice for Thai food. That said, the service was very friendly, the restaurant looked clean and well-maintained, and the Thai tea was delicious.

I was there on a weekend at lunchtime, so unfortunately they did not have any lunch special…read moreavailable. I sat at the sushi bar and was immediately pleasantly greeted. I decided to go with 2 rolls for lunch; a basic yellowtail roll, and a spider roll, which comes with fried softshell crab. While I was waiting, the sushi chef provided me with a specialty piece of yellowtail that was amazing! My rolls came out quickly, and they were absolutely perfect. While less pieces than I'm used to, the yellowtail roll was packed with fish. And the soft shell crab was perfectly cooked, plus I love that they provided the deep fried legs, too. Everything I received was beautifully plated on slate dishes, which is always a nice touch. Yes, I do think its more expensive than other sushi places ($4 for a soda, come on?!) but it was really excellent sushi. If I'm ever in the area again (which, honestly, I hope not to be), I would definitely return.

The sushi place is one of the top five in the Tampa Bay area. I normally visit this spot on the…read moreweekends, which is moderately crowded. There usually isn't a wait, would recommend calling in ahead just in case. I normally order the shrimp tempura appetizer. Although the full quality is pretty good, the batter can be a little bit greasy. The shrimp tempura roll is pretty good. We also order the Ramen, which is the highlight. Overall, I would say this place is really good and would highly recommend. We definitely will return in the near future.

I was looking for a quick lunch near my hotel and decided on Asiatic based on the reviews. It was a…read morelittle late in the afternoon so it was quiet in there. I was solo so they sat me at the bar. I thought they had more of a lunch menu with specials, but it's just the dinner menu, but you get a free spring roll with the purchase of an entree. I decided on chicken pad see ew and asked for it very hot. Pretty quickly my food came out and the portion was large. Enough so that I took some back to the hotel for a late night snack. It did have some heat, but not nearly as hot as I thought for the very hot option. overall the flavor was delicious and I enjoyed mu lunch. The service was pretty cold, but not overly rude or anything. I saw a lot of people doing takeout, which based on the cold service and lack of ambiance, I would probably do so myself next time.

Excellent curry dishes. I had the Penang and hubby had KoaSoi both with chicken. The meat was…read moretender and plentiful. Only negative was the spring roll, which was served lukewarm. Good amount of spice but not painful! Our server Lavy was friendly and efficient.

This place has been on my list for a long time!…read more We had a great dinner here Saturday night. Cute and causal on the inside and had amazing service! The papaya salad was different but had a lot of good flavor. The fried rice was delicious with a curry flavor to it! The Tao dumpling soup was super yummy! Would definitely recommend to a friend and can't wait to come back!

I usually don't like leaving reviews when I don't have many positive things to say, but honest…read morefeedback is part of the dining experience too. We arrived around 10:15 p.m. on a Friday night, with the restaurant closing at 11:00 p.m. Maybe that contributed to our experience, although several other parties were seated after us, so we weren't the last customers of the evening. We ordered quickly since we already knew what we wanted. My partner ordered the special, I ordered the ramen, and we shared the fried shrimp dumplings as an appetizer. Our server was friendly and attentive, though it was clear the staff was beginning to transition into closing mode. Unfortunately, that affected the atmosphere. While we were still eating, employees were spraying tables and mopping nearby. The smell of cleaning chemicals mixed with our food, which made the dining experience less enjoyable. When my ramen arrived, it looked more like a wonton soup or pho than the ramen I was expecting. I didn't question it because I assumed it might be their interpretation of the dish. However, the broth was quite bland, and the vegetables were still somewhat undercooked. The chicken had no seasoning, it tasted like it was boiled within the broth. After a few bites and sips, I decided not to finish it. My partner seemed to enjoy his meal, though he tends to be pretty easygoing when it comes to food. I didn't try his dish since it was very spicy and that's not really my thing. The restaurant is in a great location on Central Avenue, which makes it a fun area to walk around and people-watch. However, with most dishes priced around $20, I expected a better overall experience and higher quality food. Unfortunately, this isn't a place I would return to.

The menu had variety, but most items we ordered were average or below expectations. I don't think I…read morewould return.

Ordered online for pickup. When you pick up order it is packaged and bags are tied up, so checking…read moreorder accuracy is difficult, so you take it as it is. Got it home and one meal was completely wrong. It was a meat dish for a non meat eater. We called Thinh An and reported the issue. They sent out a replacement meal (9 miles away) immediately!! Thank you!