That sushi boat was rockin! But really, this was hands down some of the best sushi I've had in GNV. A great spot for an anniversary, birthday, any big celebration, or just a chill night out with friends. Lots of indoor and outdoor seating, and tables for big parties and small ones. Big fan of the sushi boat - there's a classic sushi boat option and a signature boat. I would highly recommend going for the signature as their speciality rolls are to die for! Great value for the amount of sushi you get. Plenty for a party of 2. 2 spotlights were the surf n' turf and Godzilla. Love this place! 5 big stars read more

Momoyaki - Sushi Signature Boat (surf Surf 'n Turf, Red Dragon, Rainbow, Baked Dragon, Godzilla) - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Listen, the decor in here is incredible. It's cute, it's curated, it's everything a mood board is supposed to be. The staff? Beautiful people. Attentive. Great energy. But you can't eat the wallpaper. I'm looking at this chicken and I'm confused. I thought we were doing something sophisticated, but they brought out those boneless nuggets you find in the back of the freezer at 2:00 AM. Then they hit it with a drizzle of ketchup like it's a consolation prize. This isn't Korean Fried Chicken; it's a school lunch with a passport. It's dishonest. Then you got the pork belly. I don't know if this pig was an athlete or if it's just been sitting back there since the grand opening, but it's got the texture of a pink eraser. I'm chewing and chewing, just waiting for a flavor that never shows up. My jaw is doing a full-body workout. I didn't come here for a survival mission, I came here for a snack. And please, watch yourself when you pull up. There is a pothole in the lot that looks like a portal to another dimension. An asteroid literally made a home in front of the building. If you hit that thing, your car is staying there forever. The service is elite and the chairs are nice, but the kitchen is confused. It's style over substance. Take a picture for the 'gram, say hi to the nice server, and then go get a burger somewhere else. Don't do this to your suspension or your stomach. read more

Holy fucking buss nuts. Please get the shrimp yaki udon and you genuinely might cream your jeans. We also got the Kim chi fried rice with some sushi which was also delicious. Our waiter was fire as well. Very much recommend. read more

Went there after a vet appt. at UF Veterinary School. Sat out side with our pup, Chaz, and we really enjoyed it. Our waiter, Charlie, was knowledgeable & personable and he made such a great fuss over Chaz. The food was very good, I especially liked the Mt. Fuji roll. We will definitely be back on Chaz's next appointment. read more

Momoyaki - This is Chaz being welcomed to Momoyaki. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

We had a wonderful lunch at Monoyaki! I ordered the sashimi and nigiri box, and it was outstanding. At first our server, Kira, thought I could choose any type of sashimi (eel, salmon, shrimp, etc.), but she double-checked and came back to let me know the set included salmon, tuna, and yellowtail. Honestly, it ended up being perfect--fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The box came with a seasonal salad and a yummy "mom chip," plus 3 pieces of nigiri and 4 pieces of sashimi. Everything was delicious. My spouse ordered the jam-pong--a spicy seafood-based soup with wheat noodles, shrimp, scallops, squid, onions, carrots, and Napa cabbage. Super tasty and generously portioned. He finished all the seafood but couldn't get through even half the noodles! Kira was absolutely fantastic. She's a senior at UF and was incredibly friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. She even brought us extra salad because we enjoyed it so much. We sat outside (my favorite), even though the hostess initially wasn't sure they could accommodate us because it was busy. Once we were seated, Kira told us she'd take great care of us no matter where we were--and she did. Smart woman; she earned a very good tip! Overall, great food, great service, great atmosphere. Highly recommend Monoyaki for a fresh and satisfying meal. I was very very happy! And since I'm trying to get away fro the fast food chains, this was perfect! read more

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If you haven't tried Momoyaki, you are missing out. I am not usually a big fan of asian fusion, but this proved to be an exception (and quite exceptional). The sikhye was refreshing. Sweeter than I expected, but served in a chilled glass and nice for a hot day. The momo taco with beef bulgogi was good, but my favorite was probably the "Just Trust Me" roll, where chef chooses the roll for you. I really liked what was chosen and probably wouldn't have picked it myself otherwise. The hot barley tea was a bit weak for my tastes. Hotter water probably was needed, but it was still nice. Overall, I'd recommend this place to others, for sure. read more

Korean-Japanese Flavors at Momoyaki We had dinner at Momoyaki in Gainesville and really enjoyed the laid-back atmosphere and wide array menu. We started with the Korean fried chicken, which had a crisp, flavorful batter and a tasty sauce that pulled everything together. Personally, I'd love to see an option for white meat--dark meat isn't my preference--but the overall execution was solid. The sushi was the heart of the meal. We ordered four rolls between the two of us, which ended up being the perfect amount. The standout was definitely the Trust Me Roll--a chef's choice roll created on the spot. It was unexpected in the best way: bold flavors, great balance, and totally worth handing the reins over to the chef. We also tried the Spicy Girl, the Dynamite (a reliable classic), and the Bonsai, which had a really nice texture and freshness. Each roll brought its own personality and was clearly made with care. To complement the food, we went with the Bokbunjajoo--a Korean black raspberry sake featured on the nightly specials. It was smooth, subtly sweet, and paired beautifully with the sushi. A fun way to round out the meal. Also, let's give props to the BOGO wine night, Thursday special. Service: Service was low-key and friendly. Our server was training someone, so things moved at a relaxed pace, but we appreciated the thoughtful recommendations and easygoing vibe. Ambience: The space hasn't changed dramatically from its past life under other restaurant names, but it's had a nice refresh. Heads-up--the entrance is now in the back of the building, but it leads straight to an accessibility ramp, which is a thoughtful . Parking was plentiful and stress-free, even during dinner hours. There's also outdoor seating, which looked like a great option for a mild evening. Momoyaki - solid place for Korean-inspired food, creative sushi, and a calm dining experience. read more

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The food here is always outstanding and they have a wide variety! It was hard to decide what to order because everything looked delicious, but I went with the shrimp yaki udon and it did not disappoint! I was worried it would be too spicy, but the spice level was perfect and was balanced with the creaminess of the sauce. The service was great and fairly quick. The atmosphere here is incredible, with lots of separate little rooms that make the place feel super homey. I've been several times and will keep coming back! read more

Momoyaki - Today's Banchan (fish cakes, kimchi, & spicy broccoli) - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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I went here recently for a graduation celebration and the service was great. All the food was great. I got the date iced tea and the udon. It was amazing. read more

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70 US$ with tip - should have been good - had the grilled chicken which was not grilled but chicken stirred in a bowl of hot sauce - Really? Wife had the sushi bowl which seemed good due to the quantity - not sure about the quality maybe ok - also had a veggie tempura which was sort of ok but pretty oily - have a long history with asian foods and lived in asia for 15+ years - wife is asian - this place not so much asian not so much good - sorry just being honest and they don't even have korean spoons to eat with. strange. Service seemed ok ambiance ok but without food quality, what's the point. read more

I ordered Bibimbop with Beef in the stone (Clay) bowl. It was absolutely delicious. Clay bowl kept food hot. The side dishes were Kimchi, Fish Cakes and Pickled Radishes. All were delightful. I'm not usually a rice person but this rice was great and didn't make me crash after eating it. Even the spicy sweet sauce added something special to my meal. Authentic taste!! Made me think about my favorite K-ROM-Coms. lol read more

Momoyaki - Side Dishes - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Great service! Great food! Got the Momo tacos awesome! Got pork belly appetizer and veggie tempura as well as the Korea fried chicken all amazing! read more

This was my first experience at Momoyaki. First, the staff members were extremely friendly and helpful. And the food was phenomenal!! I got spicy edamame and the kimchi fried rice!! I did order my dinner to go so I do not know about the dining area but it looked pleasant and clean as I waited. Additionally, I was offered a drink while I waited, which I felt was very thoughtful and refreshing. Overall, I would recommend Momoyaki. The Korean food is authentic and delicious!! read more

I have been eying this place for some time now and due to my cravings for Korean food - I decided to place a to go order. This business is located near Steak & Shake and before you get to La Tienda, which is a busy road. When parking, be mindful of the potholes as it does need some TLC. As I stated, I did do a to go order and went around 5pm and thankfully it was not too busy. I was in the mood for a bibimbap, which I ordered with beef bulgogi and the traditional way with a sunny side egg. I also asked for a side of kimchi. My hostess stated it would be about 15 minutes, so I waited inside at the front seating area. My order came out before the 15 minutes which was great. Once I got home, I was so ready to dive in. For starters, the portion size was HUGE. It came in a nice container with the rice at the bottom, veggies, meat, then the sunny side egg on top. The gochujang sauce came on the side. The beef was tender and very flavorful. I loved the way the flavors of the veggies and meat combined with the kimchi and sauce were complimentary. The one thing I did like was that the sunny side egg was fried too hard for me. I wasn't able to mix the egg in as much as I would have liked. However, I will definitely come back here to visit for lunch as I saw they offer daily specials and have a vast amount of dishes that looked delicious! read more

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I like this place a lot! Staff is always helpful, and they always check on you. I tried the Nangmyun. It was definitely a different type of soup for me since I've never got a cold soup before. The type of noddles were new for me, but I loved the taste. I also tried the Kimchi fried rice. They gave a lot! I was really tasty, but I was expecting a bit less cook egg on top. The Yaky mandu with pork was a big tasty surprised. I was amazed with the flavor! The place was a little bit too hot for me, though. It seemed that the AC was not too powerful, but it was not a big deal. read more

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I have been to Momoyaki in the past, though it has been a number of years, and always it has been with a group of friends. This time around it was no different in that regard, as a friend was having their birthday and decided they wanted to go here. We were seated at one of the large tables as there were about a dozen of us. At one time I believe they had done hibachi in this restaurant, and this was one of the locations for that style of dining, but no longer. We got our drinks (water for me, per the usual) and then went through the menu. I decided on a Vegas roll and a Volcano roll (my favorite), along with an appetizer of the Yaki Mandu. Others ordered various appetizers as well, so we had a bit of a tasting going on that evening when sharing the various appetizers with each other. The Yaki Mandu was interesting, but I don't think I would go for it again. I prefer simpler dumplings, and the flavoring in these was not really my favorite. Once we got our mains (mine being sushi) it was on. The Vegas roll was decent, and the volcano roll had a good portion of baked seafood as the topping (which is correct). I loved that part. The prices were reasonable for this day and age, and the service for a large group as ourselves was also reasonable. I figure I would go back again at least for the sushi. read more

Located pretty close to UF campus, this Korean, fusion, and sushi joint is definitely worth a visit. You might ask why only 4 stars then, honestly service and a parking lot that needs some tlc. Exercise caution entering the parking lot, it kind of comes on quick and sharp if coming from campus. Once on the lot, it can really stand to be replaced as there are lots of holes and dips (so also be careful walking. Now for the service issue, it wasn't even the servers fault. Our server was the only one for the entire restaurant. One server and one food runner for a fairly busy average sized restaurant. She was doing her best but she was only one person. They have daily specials and a lunch menu if you're looking for some deals. The menu itself is quite large with a variety of traditional Korean dishes, sushi, desserts, alcoholic beverages, etc etc. There was even a menu we saw on another table that has some type of Korean tacos. Now for the star, the food!! We ordered 4 dishes for 3 people and polished off every single dish. Hard to pick a favorite but I'm usually partial to anything eggplant so the KANPOONGKI was a hit. The BIBIMBOP was also pretty delicious with its sizzling and crispy rice, although we may not have let it sizzle long enough for more crispy rice. The shrimp udon was tasty but perhaps a little sweet for me. Also the shrimp all seemed to fall to the bottom so it was a little disproportionate eating but still tasty overall. Will definitely be back when in the area to try more items and the sushi. read more

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Every time I come to Momoyaki I have awesome dishes. This was my second time coming and the food was as good as last time. My favorites from this go around is definitely the Jeyuk Bokkeum and spicy Korean chicken. Really everything tbh. Looking forward to my next visit! read more

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Momoyaki is a Gainesville staple and never disappoints! The food is always very good, and me and my friend went close to closing and staff was very nice about it and attentive. Sitting outside is a vibe but beware of mosquitos. read more

Crab Rangoon was amazing Tuna nachos were amazing The seafood pancake was amazing Their house special tacos were amazing. The dessert pancake was really great. read more

I had the stone grilled bibimbap! It was absolutely delicious! Cozy spot in the back by the sushi bar with my wife. Service was excellent! read more

Momoyaki - Stone grilled Bibimbap - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

We returned to try the Korean fare and it didn't disappoint! We started with a veggi Pajun scallion pancake which was an absolutely tasty delight - so much so that I only remembered to photograph it when we were halfway through. My Japchae was beyond addictive! Chewy glass noodles in a wonderfully smoky sauce with veggies and tender, equally smoky shaved ribeye. My husband ordered the Shrimp Yaki Udon. Delicious, but if you're used to the smoky Japanese or Chinese version you'll be surprised. This is in a tomato type sauce. Still quite tasty! Our meals were accompanied with three little pickle dishes of spicy kimchi, bean sprouts, and pickled diakon. A perfect pairing for the wonderful noodle dishes we ordered. I wish we lived in the area as we'd be here often to try their other amazing sounding dishes. This is my introduction to Korean cuisine and I have to say I'm addicted! read more

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I haven't been to Momoyaki in years and friends it did not disappoint. Ambience: The same. Nothing has changed. Including the parking lot unfortunately. BEWARE of potholes! Careful driving and walking. I almost twisted an ankle, but I didn't ding them on that bc it's really about the food. The inside looks exactly the same as it did 6-7 years ago. Food: Great! Delicious! Fantastic! I highly recommend coming here. They have new menu items since I've come here and the one I decided to try was their Gimbap. They have veggie and bulgogi versions. It was great. I wish it had some type of sauce for us to dip but that isn't the traditional way to eat it. The other time I came I got the stone-pot bibimbap and I am literally drooling right now thinking about. They do have lunch special pricing, which is just $1-2 off but the food and portions are great. Service: The food comes out fast. I asked if they could rush some stuff since I was on a lunch break and needed to get back ASAP. They did it! I will say that the friendliness of the hostess isn't always the best - they just don't seem inviting but everything else is great. read more

Momoyaki - Bulgogi Gimbal - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Sebastian, Juli, Raquel and Luis were the best, 10/10 he was very nice. All the staff were amazing, especially Sebastion, he was exceptional. read more

This is a cute Korean fusion restaurant that has really tasty dishes. The customer service here was great, our waitress checked in with us regularly and was friendly and nice. I tried the yaki mandu, kimchi fried rice, and nangmyun. Everything tasted amazing. I especially liked the nangmyun because I wanted something cold and the dish was perfectly cold and icy and very refreshing. I would definitely come back. read more

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We arrived on a Wednesday night to be greeted by a fairly empty restaurant. We were seated immediately and our waiter was attentive from the outset. We ordered a sushi appetizer with bibimbap and squid, names with picture below! All were delicious and would definitely order again. Also of note: Wednesdays are Lunch Special all day, which was a great deal! All around a great experience, and will definitely return. read more

Momoyaki - 6 Piece Naruto Jeyeuk Bokkeum Bibimbop - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

There is too many sushi restaurants that start with MOMO.... The previous yelp was for the wrong restaurant not this one. I went back today and ordered sashimi and it was horrible. I do not recommend this restaurant. It was takeout and the fish was not fresh. read more

This was a short walk from Hotel Eleo, sat outside which was a nice area and lit up at night. Got the veggie Yakima Mandy, which was pretty good but the best was the sweet roll. It had tempura sweet potatoes so you got that nice crunch! Would definitely get that again. Service was also great and she was very informative about the menu and the vegetarian options. I'd like to come back and try a few more things that caught my eye on the menu. read more

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My go to spot in Gainesville for Japanese. They have this creamy shrimp Yaki Udon dish that is to die for! Their lunch specials are good and they serve banchan with certain dishes (in photo). The sushi is pretty fresh and priced well for Gainesville. The owner is so sweet and always provides the best service for his customers. Overall, a staple spot! read more

Momoyaki - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

This is my favorite restaurant in Gainesville. Fast, affordable, and great quality. The Bibimbop is the best thing on the menu, and the sushi has big chunks of fish. My mom loves the soup too, and the appetizers can't go wrong. You will probably drive right by it as it is not a flashy restaurant, but it never has a wait because of this. read more

Excellent food and service at Momayaki. I had the Baked Dragon and it did not let me down. I enjoyed the ambiance of the place. I highly recommend. read more

This is a good example of not judging a book by its cover! My daughter and I drove past this on the way into UF and notes this building looked run down!! We didn't realize it was this building we were heading to based off of reviews and recommendations. We almost didn't go in. Once inside, it's bright and beautiful and nothing like outside! The service was excellent. We were seated right away and our order taken and brought super quick! As always, we had to try the crab rangoon and volcano roll! The crab rangoon was unimpressive. The outside was very thin, and the first one I had was warm/cold like it had come out of a freezer. The sauce it was with was good and needed because overall, the it was not very flavorful. The spicy salmon roll was okay, my daughter felt it was a little chewy. We both enjoyed the volcano roll the best and the topping on top was delicious! read more

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We had recently tried Mini MOMO and was a smaller version of MoMoYaki, i had never heard of it, but the waitress talked highly about it . so on our Sunday decided to give it a try, Not in the greatest area of 13th street, and the exterior can trick you , but interior had probably seen better days. Our waiter was very attentive, the appetizers were ok, and wifes sushi was average, nothing eye popping. My chicken and rice was good and hot. Think they used to be a real popular spot , but not so much anymore.. , looks like they used to have hibachi tables, but those long gone only the air vents remain . There definitely is a larger variety of these venues to chose from, maybe it was just an off day for them. read more

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The service was good and only a slight wait time. I always get the jjambong here! It's one of my favorite dishes of all time. I'm a bit picky with Korean food because I always compare it to my moms or in Korea, but I actually thought this was decent. I usually do not get other things because I had a very bad experience with the army stew ramen. It was so bad please don't order it. But I love how big the portion is and the soup and noodles is amazing. A tip if you're still hungry is to get a side of rice and dump it in. Another tip is to ask for the banchan ( AKA side dishes). They only give if you ask and it's always nice to get free things! read more

Momoyaki - My friend for the Bibimbop and me and my other friend for Jjampong - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Hubby and I do takeout from Momoyaki a few times a month. We really like the Korean fried chicken appetizer. It comes with a mildly spicy dipping sauce so the breading stays crispy. Kangpoonki chicken is another favorite. Kalbi (short rib) is really tender. They have nice banchan too. My favorites are the fish cake and kimchi. Other banchan include a spicy steamed broccoli or pickled radish. Sushi is good as well. read more

food And service were top notch. house made flour tortillas...try the momo tacos and vegetable tempura appetizer

Momoyaki is a local favorite of mine, and every time I have been here, I have had a splendid time! The ambiance and environment of the restaurant is perfect for an intimate lunch or an eventful dinner, it's perfect for all occasions! This latest trip there, I decided to get the Beef Bimbimbap and an appetizer of the Rangoons! The food came out super quickly and was hot and fresh. The waitress was also super sweet and made the experience all the better! Overall, had an amazing lunch and I love Momoyaki with all my heart! read more

Momoyaki - Rangoons - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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The service here is amazing, our server was the sweetest! Any questions I had about the food, she was happy to answer, as she's had most of the food here! Definitely a Gainesville staple! read more

Momoyaki - Shrimp Yaki Udon - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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I came here on a Sunday night with a friend for dinner. I had been wanting to try their kimchi fries but I quickly learned that Momoyaki has a massive menu that includes Japanese, Korean, and Chinese influences. It was hard to choose but I ultimately went with simple salmon and yellowtail sushi rolls to balance out the fries. The fries themselves were topped with sautéed kimchi and minced pork belly, melted cheddar cheese, scallions, and crema. The portion size was massive and the kimchi and pork belly had good flavor. I felt it could have gone without the crema drizzled over the top, which tasted basically like a more liquid version of sour cream. The sushi rolls were pretty average but my friend liked the Korean fried chicken he ordered. Our waitress, Liv, was the friendliest server I have encountered in quite some time. She was incredibly polite, upbeat, and made sure our water glasses stayed full. You would be so lucky as to have her on your trip to Momoyaki, where no matter your taste buds, there is something for everyone. read more

Momoyaki - Kimchi fries - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

First of all, I have had several recommendations for Momoyaki. I decided to try them out last week! This is what I call a hole in the wall. The restaurant looks plain on the outside but nice on the inside. The wait time was a bit long but man was it worth it! Let's talk about the food, my fiance and I got the Gochujang pork belly for our appetizer. It was spicy-sweet and full of flavor. For our entrees I got the Kanpoongki chicken which is glazed in a sweet and garlic chili sauce, which was super delicious, you also have the option to get eggplant instead of chicken. My fiance got the JJampong which is a spicy seafood-based soup made with shrimp, squid, scallops, onions, carrots, and napa cabbage. Can you tell we love spicy food! No worries if you are not a fan of spicy they have non-spicy options. We also asked for banchan which is available upon request. Banchan is basically small cold dishes that are available for that day. We had kimchi, pickled radishes, and sprouted peas. Momoyaki has rice dishes, sushi, and noodles. The service was excellent and our food came out quickly and we had leftovers which is always a plus. The price was great! I will definitely be back to try the sushi options. So if you are looking for great Korean-style food, look no further! read more

Momoyaki - Gochujang pork belly - Asian Fusion Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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