Beer served here…read more Sake 5/5: We selected 2 tasting flights with the assistance of our server. Both were amazing and introduced us to some delicious flavors. Shrimp Tempura Roll 5/5: Yum!!!!! Spicy Miso Ramen 5/5: We added the Chicken Katsu which was wonderful by itself!!! The broth was rich and flavorful, house made noodles were perfect. We added some chili sauce and really kicked up the heat! Facility 5/5: Tables are warm and intimate, especially the second floor. Service 5/5: Our server Nan was fantastic and sooo much fun! She 100% added to the amazing experience!!

We stopped by before a concert at the Wonder Ballroom on a Saturday evening. There was a line out…read morethe door and we put our names down. There were two parties ahead of us but we were seated in about 30 minutes. It seemed like they were understaffed or maybe the priority was the party in the other room. Once we were seated, we put in our order right away. The service was very kind but definitely very busy! It just took 45 minutes to get the curry udon. And then my partner's order didn't show up, so we suspected they forgot about it. It took another 20 minutes for his poke bowl to come. The food was decent but the wait time clouds that judgement.

The ramen was amazing. The broth was excellent. Beautiful decor…read more The wait staff were welcoming and attentive. Such a great find, parking being available is such a plus.

I always had a wonderful experience with Kizuki Ramen & Izakaya. Plus the service is fast. I get my…read moreramen nice and hot just the way I like it. Arigato !

Best sushi and izakaya in the hillsboro area…read more I wasn't sure what to expect as this was my first visit but we LOVED everything we had. Very fresh fish and extremely fast and friendly service Would highly recommend you make a trip here

I visit this place at least twice a month since my office is in Hillsboro, and it's usually been a…read morereliable spot. On my most recent visit, though, I noticed quite a few changes--new servers, a new payment system, and even different takeout containers. The sushi chefs behind the bar are still the same, and they mentioned there hasn't been a change in ownership. Unfortunately, the food didn't seem up to its usual standard this time. The miso soup was noticeably saltier, the chicken karaage wasn't very good, and the cheesecake was disappointing. The service also felt off, likely because of the new staff still getting up to speed. I'm hoping this was just an off day, as I've had many good experiences here before. I'll give it another try, but this visit was definitely a letdown.

Five Stars -- A Must‑Try in Downtown Salem!…read more My wife and I stopped by Akai Ramen yesterday, and this spot absolutely delivered. We ordered the shrimp fried rice, hot gemai tea, cucumbers, fresh salad, and the seafood ramen -- every single dish came out flavorful, balanced, and clearly made with care. The portions were generous, and the prices were surprisingly reasonable for the quality. The service was immaculate from start to finish. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming -- the kind of hospitality that makes you want to come back before you've even left. The decor is clean and modern with plenty of seating, creating a relaxed atmosphere perfect for a date, a family meal, or a quick bite. Yes, you do have to pay for parking in downtown Salem, but once you're inside, the food, the vibe, and the service make it more than worth it. If you're anywhere near Salem, I highly recommend stopping by. Akai Ramen is doing everything right -- great food, great people, great experience. Five stars all day.

Yummy! Good Ramen, good service and lots of seating!…read more Service was very friendly and food came out quick! Nice soft music playing restaurant was cute lots of seating options. Ramen was tasty! The kaarage was kinda like chicken nuggets, different than we normally have but still yummy. Will be back when in the area!

Really good! Went with some friends and tried the Shoyu ramen, it was delicious. Would definitely…read morerecommend.

My husband and I came here on a Sunday evening as we were craving ramen…read more This location is in a food hall, there are other establishments in the same building. We were the first ones in line at that hour. We quickly placed our order in at the kiosk. Then we went to select a table nearby to sit down. When our food came out, we were able to pick up our drinks as well. The chicken karaage was nice and crispy and the meat was juicy. The octopus balls were a bit soft on the inside. The noodles in both ramen broth was perfectly cooked. It was the best ramen noodles I have had in a really long time. Definitely recommend! My broth was similar to my husband's. I ordered the spicy ramen and he ordered the garlic tonkotsu. I added extra corn to my bowl. Overall the food was good. We would definitely come back again. Garlic tobkotsu: 4.5/5 Spicy ramen + corn: 4.75/5 Chicken karaage: 4.7/5 Takoyaki: 3.75/5 Green tea and sprite

Their Hazelnut Tantanmen ramen is SO GOOD! It's vegan and has a perfect mix of nuttiness savory and…read morespice. It's hearthy for sure, great for cold weathers We doordashed it this time but it tastes the same as it does when we dined in The ambiance there is great. I love all the plants and vibe they have going on Easy to find street parking, and the folks working there are so kind and helpful. I had asked for extra chili oil and the guy at the front suggested that I also try their chili paste, which was a great call - it adds a nice mix of heat to the ramen for sure Definitely worth a visit!

Beautiful restaurant nestled in Southeast Portland! Our server was incredibly kind, attentive, and…read moreprofessional. The food was, and is always outstanding. I bring everyone who visits Portland here, and I've never had a bad review. I've tried all their ramen at this point, and you can't go wrong. If you like very thin and tender noodles, I'd recommend the gluten free noodles. I'd also highly recommend their house made gyoza! Pro Tip: Use the InKind app here for extra savings!

We were looking for a Japanese restaurant in the Division/Clinton neighborhood of Portland, but we…read morewanted someplace that had some more unique dishes and not just sushi. This restaurant was perfect! Their decor is really cool, with plenty of seating at the sushi bar, the beverages bar, booths, and a small patio courtyard (not much of a view outside, though). Service was good & quick, with a variety of servers bringing us our dishes. We started with sharing a sake flight (3 very different sakes for $22), and later ordered another glass of sake to share. For our food we had the seaweed salad, Bo Gyoza (long pan-fried dumplings), grilled Mackerel fish, a side of rice, and the "Tampopo" Omu-Rice dish. Everything was cooked perfectly & absolutely delicious! The Omu-Rice dish was quite unique, with small pieces pork & veggies atop a bed of rice that's been seasoned with ketchup, and on top of it all is a perfect fluffy Japanese egg omelet - so freakin' yummy! The food comes out in whatever order it's ready, as is typical at a Japanese restaurant, so if you want something first, be sure to let your server know. Prices were reasonable, especially considering the high quality of the ingredients & preparation, which was a plus. They don't take reservations, so depending on when you arrive there might be a wait (I think they used to take reservations but their website currently says they do not). Can't wait to come back and try more!

Me and a friend were wanting Japanese as the weather was a bit warmer and we were in between two…read moredifferent happenings with a 2 hour dinner window. Event one was Clinton Street area so all the stuff there gets a bit crowded. Next event was right by the stadium and it was a Timbers night - F that! And the Saturday before mom's day. I stumbled on Yataimura Maru doing some google hunting. I was amazed I had not heard of it. We got in shortly before 5pm and it did get much busier but we continued to get such great service! When we arrived, it was just before happy hour was concluding and she let us know so we could order off that menu before it finished. My friend opted to order some happy hour gyoza and a small curry so she could try it. We then ordered off the regular menu. I personally tried one of her veggie gyoza {which was delicious and VERY crispy} and ordered sushi. I ordered salmon nigiri, hoso-maki hamachi, the tempura shrimp roll {shrimp tempura, avocado, cucumber, sesame seeds & unagi sauce} and the Frenchy roll {spicy tuna, krab salad, & avocado, topped salmon, spicy mayo, house made unagi sauce & fried onion}. It was all amazing! Sadly, their sodas do not come with refills but that was our only negative. The décor is fantastic and you feel like you are in a far fancier restaurant. I also love that even when the restaurant was fairly full I did not feel like I was dining with the others in the restaurant. I wandered into the restroom and found that they have Japanese toilets. They also have a seat by the sink if you need that.

Very small place so be patient to be seated. The freshness of the fish and the simple but inventive…read morepresentation was impressive. My whole family enjoyed it, even the kids. Everything available is on the chalkboard on the wall , and I assume that must change often. Give it a try!!

Cute little restaurant tucked in downtown Portland that reminds me of Japan…read more The menu isn't big but the sushi and appetizers are made with care. Prices are reasonable and they have a good selection of seasonal and specials. My personal favorite is the heather canyon roll and pork katsu! I recommend making a reservation as they have limited seating (around 5 small tables and 4 bar spots) and take a while to make the food. If you're in for an ambient, intimate experience and not in a hurry, I'd definitely recommend this spot!

Simply put, great Ramen!! A clean environment with a menu extensive enough that decisions can be…read moretough! I'll overcome that by multiple visits.

Lots of room and plenty of parking. Next to several other shops. Atmosphere is fine, nothing to…read morewow you when walking thru the door. The single server girl was sweet, even with 6 customers in the restaurant had a hard time getting to you if you needed something. Food is good, the pork slices unfortunately too fatty for my partner and myself and normally he's ok with something a little fatty. The broth to the soups was great and I enjoyed my noodle dish. I would like to see more time cleaning up the fatty portions on the meat.

Garlic Tonkatsu: good flavor 4.5/5 Takoyaki: Very hot at…read morefirst Taste 3.5/5 Japanese Curry w/ Karaage: 3/5 for Curry and 5/5 Karaage. My favorite part of the meal was definitely the chicken Karaage. The staff are lovely this is my second time here and they've been very helpful every time. This place is definitely beautiful the structure is amazing, i'd 110% recommend this place to people.

This place should get the full five stars. I really like the ramen here and the gyoza is great. I…read morelike spicy so I added that to my ramen. I never thought I would get good ramen outside of Japan. Service is usual for a Japanese restaurant. It's just so polite and friendly. It's bigger than the small ramen places that you find in Japan and States. It's cosy though.