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So good! Best meal…read moreI've had in Boston for sure. There was a good wait even though we were there at an awkward time (2:30) but I would gladly wait again. I got the cold beef udon, the signature. Wasn't expecting much, but it was so delicious! I love how they included grated radish and ginger. Small detail but such a huge impact on the overall dish. Would love to come back!

I've been a huge fan of Yume since before covid days and getting to try their new, larger location…read morewas a decent experience, but it does seem to have lost its old spark. I've been a few times to this spot and while the taste is good, it isn't nearly as good as it once was. The space itself is much nicer and larger which is nice. The workers seem less enthusiastic though and they don't customizations anymore - when asking for "the works" on my dish, the person taking my order did not understand the request. It seems a little disappointing that they don't give off as much of a small business anymore. Prices are much higher than they once were and the quality has actually decreased. While I still love Yume as a previous annual pass holder, I do miss what it used to be.

Interior seating

Spicy Hot Niku Udon

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Spicy Cold Niku Udon (to go)

Izakaya Ittoku

4.2(670 reviews)

I haven't been to Izakaya Ittoku since the renovation, and it's great. The interior is great, and…read morethey share a space with Yume Ga Arukara (I also highly recommend). Everything we got was delicious, from the okonomyaki, addicting cabbage, crab croquette and skewers. I will definitely be coming back soon. The lemon sour was ok, a little too lemony and didn't taste like the ones in Japan. Our waitress was great, and very attentive. The entrance is outside the building, off Mass Ave. They also offer a parking discount.

My wife and I always have such wonderful experiences at Ittoku. Chiki is an expert in his craft,…read moreand his dishes are both delicious and aesthetically pleasing. The selection is expansive, but not too expensive, and the servers provide great insight. This is BY FAR the best Japanese establishment in the Greater Boston area.

Bluefin Tuna

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Chicken Thigh Skewers

Sakana

4.5(313 reviews)

1.9 mi•Central Square

They are so nice! And the food is delicious and high quality. They gave me extra ginger dressing…read morefor free. The ambiance is uplifting too with current music. My favorite dish was the eel sashimi. Highly recommend.

The Sakana roll was so good - definitely the move if you want something more flavorful with a…read morelittle spice. The salmon and tuna donburi is a solid classic meal too. You really can't go wrong with salmon, tuna, and rice. Service was quick and attentive throughout.

Rocky Road Makimono

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Fuki Japanese Cuisine

The love boat ($69) for 2 was EXCELLENT. We both left dinner completely stuffed to the brim, and I…read morewas thrilled with both the value and the quality of the meal. It comes with 2 bowls of miso soup, which were perfect on a cold winter night. The boat also includes a martini glass with seaweed salad, providing a refreshing, upscale palate cleanser when you need a moment's break from the fish. I was very impressed with the thick cuts for the sashimi, and the toppings on the nigiri also gave a tiny twist to the meal - while yuzu and jalapaeño are common pairings with raw fish, for example, the strawberry-on-salmon was a novel combo for me! The rolls also add appeal for any eating partners who enjoy their fish in another form. There isn't a lot of natural light/windows in the main seating area, so the lighting is dim and gives off an intimate ambiance that's perfect for a date night - no complaints about the service!

We have been twice with our son to this innovative restaurant. The food is delicious and clever…read more Today we had assorted sushi rolls all very tasty. For me highest point was the "dumplings" filled with crab and wrapped in tuna. All very original combinations. Ambience is lovely and relaxed. Service was prompt and friendly. Highly recommended if you are near Cambridge MA!

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Tampopo

4.4(393 reviews)

This small Japanese husband-and-wife business, which has been running for 34 years, is closing down…read morethis June due to retirement, so I rushed over for a meal. Pork Cutlet Curry: The restaurant specializes in fried foods, with the pork cutlet being their absolute signature dish. Although the cutlets were on the thinner, leaner side, each one was fried to order, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender, juicy interior, fragrant but not greasy. The breadcrumbs were especially fluffy and light, bursting with flavor on the palate, which was incredibly satisfying. The curry was authentic Japanese curry--rich, mild, and slightly spicy with a distinct fruity aroma, perfectly suited to my taste. Unfortunately, I forgot to ask for a runny egg for the $2 additional egg; otherwise, it would have been even better. And at only $15 a serving, including a salad/miso soup, it's incredibly good value for money, perfect for lunch. Fried Oysters: Also crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, the oysters were fresh and juicy. The lemon juice and salad dressing were refreshing. I felt they were even more delicious than the pork cutlet. The place is located in Lesley University's Main Hall and has only four tables, so you may have to wait.

delicious katsu curry udon. Small shop with 3-4 tables for 2-3 people each. I came saturday around…read more5:50pm and thankfully beat a rush of people. They are generally fast with service but there can be a wait. You may share a table if you are solo-dining, but super fun experience to just chat with a stranger! Very sad to hear they will be closing shop in the coming months. Such an authentic and heartwarming mom & pop establishment.

Seating area. Small place but delicious food. Hidden in the hallway of a building, definitely worth it. Pork Tampopo Don

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Chicken Tampopo Don

Cafe Mami

4.3(620 reviews)

Fast, friendly service. Delicious curry and other Japanese street food accompanied by yummy miso…read moresoup. Staff here are always kind and accommodating. I like to grab a seat at the counter and fill up with a quick meal before continuing on with my day.

Delicious Japanese food!…read more My husband ordered the Wafu Hamburg Set and I got the pork cutlet curry set. I personally preferred the curry set but the Hamburg set was still nice. Portions are huge and we were both stuffed at the end of the meal. Service is fast but friendly. As we were dining, people would come up and wait to be seated and no one waited more than a few minutes during lunch time on a weekend.

Spicy beef and tofu set

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Yakisoba udon

Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - Harvard Square

4.1(1.6k reviews)

1.7 mi•Harvard Square

I came here before, when it opened and I liked, but shortly afterwards somehow ramen balance was…read morefalling in maze. Did not show up for many many years, suddenly I came here for Miso Ramen and bowl made my day. I ordered Regular size but I should have Large size, they have S, R, and L. Had to finish all soup. Kitchen work is super smooth in Zen spirit, soup and noodle was just perfect. Chashuu did not hit my new favorite bell but still good. Although I could use more green onion without upgrading order. Temperature of the soup and noodle done balanced well, I could not ask more. Great chef, staffs and very professional casual business mind, I will be coming back soon for Miso Ramen which I always have been asking at most of my Ramen Way All My LifeThanks !

I tried the tsukemenつけ麺, and was a bit disappointed…read more.. Shoyu Tsukemen: The tsukemen noodles were much larger than the ramen noodles; a small portion had 200 grams of noodles, which were quite thick and chewy. The chashu叉焼 was stewed until tender, but the broth was extremely oily and had a strong porky smell, which was nauseating. Karaage: It was a little overcooked, but fresh and hot, so it was still pretty good. The sauce was a bit spicy, which was interesting. Aji-tama: The taste was neither good nor bad, but I found eggshell in it. After I reported this, the staff first asked if I had cut myself, and then readily gave me a refund, which was nice.

Spicy miso ramen

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Shio ramen peep the red pickled plum

Momi Nonmi

4.1(160 reviews)

2.1 mi•Inman Square

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My husband and I came to Momi Nonmi for an anniversary dinner and thoroughly enjoyed our…read moreexperience! As we made our way inside the restaurant, Chef Chris took the time to greet us and since we were the first ones there for our time slot, he gave us the option to pick any table we wanted for our omakase experience. He is very personable and took the time to get to know us and talk a bit about his background. The tables were split into separate sections so that you were seated only with your party which I thought was a nice setup, especially for a date night. We decided to do the Grand Slam Omakase with 16 courses with a specially selected sake pairing. Chef Chris took the time to explain each course, with several of the components being made in-house. I was an especially big fan of the Hokkaido scallop course but everything was phenomenal, especially the nigiri. You can tell that every aspect of every course is crafted thoughtfully and with care. If you are looking for an omakase experience, I would definitely recommend reserving a time at Momi Nonmi!

We had dinner here the other night for my birthday and had a wonderful evening. We got the "intro"…read moretasting and every piece was exquisite. The rice preparation and seasoning choices were perfect. I need more fresh wasabi in my life! We also wish the chef sold pints of his miso ice cream. While the chef makes every piece to order and explains the fish to you, we never felt rushed or pressured to eat quickly. He told us up front that seatings are for up to 2 hours and we finished in about 90 minutes. We would love to go back, but it's definitely more of a special occasion type of place than an everyday one.

Toyosu supreme nigiri omakase

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Sugidama Soba & Izakaya

4.2(497 reviews)

0.1 mi•Davis Square

Parking - Easy to find street parking on a Sunday evening. Davis Square has many metered parking…read morelots in the area as well. Service - Servers were polite and attentive to our needs, filling waters before they were emptied, checking in on our food, etc. Food - Torch Toro Maki: 9/10 Really delicious & flavorful, the roll just melts in your mouth Million Dollar Maki: 10/10 This was my favorite roll with yellowtail, tuna, and salmon. In one bite you get a ton of fish and it tastes so satisfying! Salmon & Spicy Scallop Maki: 8/10 I did not love the mayo sauce on top but the roll is still delicious! The scallops and salmon pair nicely together Tenzaru Cold Soba This dish was so satisfying on a hot day! I really enjoyed the wasabi that comes with the soba noodles - it tastes fresh and sweet. They give you a generous portion of noodles and tempura - 2 shrimp, 2 sweet potato, 2 squash, 1 lotus root, 1 perilla leaf.

Pretty, bland food…read more Started with green tea, a bag-in-cup with overheated water that arrives bitter. Tried a variety of items: hot soba, a few yakitori, futomaki, and scallop hokkaiyaki. Disappointed with one-note soba broth and tiny overcooked scallops on a clamshell. Yakitori is fine, plain. Futomaki is the only thing I really enjoyed.

Bar area

Kamo Nandan Duck Breast Hot Soba ($22)

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Ebi Hot Soba w/ Assorted Tempura ($18)

Umami Omakase

4.3(203 reviews)

0.4 mi•North Cambridge

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The service is great and the food is amazing. I have been here a few times and here are a few…read morethings I recommend: 1. Make a reservation. 2. If possible, pick the 18 pieces course. It's generally $30 more and the extra bits are worth it and you don't want to be the person that doesn't get the special bites when the people around you do. 3. If you don't know your sake and want to try, I recommend the sake pairing. It's a great restaurant. Please enjoy.

Beyond grateful to have met the chefs behind @umamiomakase serving up quality imported fish from…read moreJapan and certificate grade meats and vegetables in a delicious, flavorful, and well crafted 18-course meal‼ Thank you so much for having me for my birthday