If you're looking for the diamond in the rough, you've found it! (It's on a golf course) A…read morewonderful hidden gem with the friendliest waitress you'll ever meet! Brief Summary: Napar restaurant is a newly opened restaurant that features beautiful decor, tasty food, and an outstanding staff! This one checks all of the boxes for me. Among the highlights were a red curry dish that melted in my mouth with every bite, a very comfy and clean restaurant that made me feel at ease, and a waitress that made me laugh so hard I damn near pissed myself from laughing! Just an absolutely lovely place. Give it a try and thank me later! Would I Recommend This Restaurant? Absolutely! The Food: We started with the calamari. It was very lightly breaded. Almost like a tempura type of batter which I thought was perfect! The duck risotto was an absolute delight! The risotto was cooked perfectly. The sauce complimented the duck and the risotto well. There was also a rather generous amount of duck for the price! Everything came together nicely. The duck was a little bit overcooked, but not enough to take away from the dish in any way, shape, or form. The red curry was my favorite! Every bite melted in my mouth! to the point where I was eating out of pure gluttony at the end! I ordered it medium spicy, and it was the PERFECT level. It had a little heat, but not enough to make you lose out on any of the delicious flavors of the dish! I also had the lo mein with steak on top. This was delicious! Definitely not something you get from a food court Chinese restaurant. The steak was a bit overcooked, but again, not to a point where it was even worth mentioning. We added some chili seasoning to it and it took it to a whole different level of tasty! Didn't make it too spicy, but added some beautiful flavors that complimented it nicely! They make this in house, so be sure to try it! I had a couple sushi rolls as well. A volcano lava roll that had baked crab meat and scallops on top with a little bit of a smokey hit. It was phenomenal! The biggest surprise to me was the spicy tuna. Typically, sushi places use the cheapest pieces of meat to make the spicy tuna since it gets ground up. Most people can't tell. HOWEVER, this place served us the most beautifully colored fresh red spicy tuna I've ever had! They make it from high quality tuna. Something I've only ever seen one other time in my life. It impressed me because it's something most people will never notice, yet they chose to do it, because that's the correct way of doing it, and I think it speaks volumes to their operation! We finished the night with the mango and rice desert. I've never had it before, so I didn't know what to expect. It was a nice refreshing desert that featured mostly natural sugars. Very refreshing! They also surprised my mother with an array of mochi and a creme brûlée! Now I'm not a fan of mochi. I think they're overrated, BUT these were the best I've ever had! So fresh and so delicious that I could eat them every day! The creme brûlée was also very nice. It was the least sweet one I've ever had, but in a world where dumping sugar in everything has become the norm, it was actually nice! Overall, very delicious food that will leave your stomach happy! Value: I found the pricing to be extremely fair! The portions are reasonably sized and I had no issue whatsoever paying the amount I did for the amount of food we received! Service and Staff: our waitress was honestly my favorite part of the entire dining experience! Her name is Siri, which she openly jokes about. She is so kind, helpful, funny, and full of energy! The food could have been absolutely awful, and we still would have gone back just to see her! Just a truly hard working woman that takes pride in what she does. She goes above and beyond to make you smile and laugh. All while managing the entire dining room and mixing drinks! She seriously can do it all! The world needs more people like Siri! The funniest thing she said, was to the table next to us that had ordered the lobster. When she brought it out, they said "Wow! Looks good!" And she replied, "I just pulled out of the lake!" As she points to the pond out the window! LOL! The right waitress can make or break any dining experience. Siri, you made this one for us, and we thank you! Location and Interior: The restaurant is not located in a main road. It's on a golf course. It's not something you'll just run into, but with the help of your trusty GPS, you'll find it no problem! The interior was beautifully decorated and very clean! You can feel the passion they put into it through the decor, and I absolutely was about it! Final Thoughts: A beautiful restaurant, with delicious food, being served by one of the most friendly people I've ever met! P.S. Please help support local businesses like this one! Final Scores: Food - 9/10 Value - 5/5 Service/Staff - 5/5 Location/Interior 5/5 Total 24/25 = 4.8/5 Stars Stay fresh Mother Fooders! :p

We foolishly tried this place for the third time last night, hoping for improvement. My wife and I…read morehad the ginger and garlic preparation with shrimp, an under-portioned and uninspired dish that left us disappointed and hungry. Our friends had equally unfortunate dishes that were dry and obviously reheated. The service was ludicrously slow and distant. An hour after we ordered, the server finally dropped dishes off in increments, too far apart, and never stopped back to check on us. The parking lot after sunset is actually dangerous. Grossly inadequate lighting and uneven steps and terrain left us stumbling around in the dark trying to find our cars. Three and out for us. It's a lovely room and so close to our home, but we won't be back.

We had an incredible experience! Our waiter, Matias, was outstanding--attentive, friendly, and…read moretruly made our visit special. The food was amazing, and the ambiance was absolutely beautiful. Highly recommend!

Wow - what a find! Enjoyed HH at the bar. Amanda did a fabulous job taking care of us & made me a…read moredelish espresso martini! For dinner we each got a ginger salad - what a great deal for $4 - large & full of fresh green lettuce! We then grazed on the shrimp tempura, chicken skewer, salmon crudo, & the amazing KFC. Everything was delish. Our drinks were made well & we liked the decor in the bar area. The HH here is really good with a ton of choices & prices were very reasonable. We are planning to go back for dinner at one of the tables!

As someone with more than three decades in hospitality, I rarely hand out five-star reviews…read more Hawkers earned one. I visited before a Rays game and was immediately impressed by both the service and the food. The staff was attentive without hovering, the pacing was excellent, and the entire experience felt polished and intentional. I ordered the Bibimbap with bulgogi steak, tofu, fried egg, kimchi, vegetables, gochujang, and crispy rice, along with two spring rolls. What stood out most was the balance. The dish delivered heat, sweetness, savory depth, texture, and freshness without relying on heavy sauces or excessive portions. Every ingredient maintained its own identity while contributing to the overall flavor of the dish. Too many restaurants create flavor by drowning food in sauce. Hawkers does it through seasoning, spices, and technique. There was no puddle of sauce at the bottom of the bowl, no overly sweet glaze, and no greasy heaviness. The rice absorbed flavor without becoming soggy, and the kimchi, vegetables, egg, tofu, and bulgogi worked together beautifully. The spring rolls were equally impressive. Light, crisp, delicate, and perfectly executed, with a thin wrapper and just the right amount of crunch. What impressed me most was that I left satisfied, not stuffed. The portions were thoughtful, the ingredients tasted fresh, and the flavors were layered rather than overwhelming. Since moving to Florida, this ranks as one of the best restaurant meals I have had. Highly recommended.

Hawkers offers quality Asian style cuisine that does not disappoint. The ambiance feels like an…read moreopen air Asian market at night. Food seems to be mostly tapas style offering small plates for sharing. I ordered the the chili wontons, chicken wings, and Hong Kong sticky ribs. The ribs were the favorite but everything was great. Portion sizes are small, for example the plate of wings only comes with 3 wings. They are priced accordingly. Service was great throughout the experience, and we were seated immediately on a Saturday night at 8:45. Overall I would recommend and return to Hawkers.

I am so happy to have discovered Pho Street! After trying to find good pho in…read moreBradenton/Palmetto/Sarasota with no luck, I was happy to finally get a great bowl of soup and other good food. I have been eating pho since the mid-80's and have tried it in many states and a few countries, too. I was starting to feel discouraged because I had struck out a couple of times as I searched my area for a good place, the last being Demi's Noodle House, which served a terrible soup IMO. Thankfully, Pho Street came through! They have a nice building, a clean restaurant, and their servers were all extremely nice. No less than 3 people checked on me to make sure I was doing ok. The soup was served piping hot, the noodles were cooked perfectly and the broth was excellent. I did ask for rare beef and it came a little overdone, but not bad at all. Next time I'll ask for it raw in the hopes that it comes on a separate plate. One thing I think can be improved on is the lemonade. It didn't taste like the fresh, homemade lemonade that you find in most Vietnamese restaurants, it tasted like it was from a machine. Beyond that, I'll be back to Pho Street a lot, probably even in the next day or two! Thanks for the great food and service!

On my recent trip to Bradenton, I googled Bahn Mi and Pho Street came up. You can't miss this place…read morebecause it's bright green and lives on the same block as Lowe's. I actually went in for a vermicelli bowl and it didn't disappoint. I realized that I spent more money at a fast food joint for burger and fries than I did on this bowl! The staff was great and next time I need to try a beverage. I was so excited about finding this place, I realized later that I never took photos. I have probably passed this place so many times when I am out and about on my adventures and am so happy I tried it out.

for $13.95 buffet lunch, plus 10% off senior discount, this is a great place for some simple lunch…read more Although selections are limited, quality was good. the "cook to order" stir fry was very acceptable. I checked the reviews before I went and found the comment on faulty heat lamp was valid, i.e., the so called "French-style salmon" was cold and fishy, the "stuffed oysters" was horrible. Decent dessert items and ice cream variety. Overall the restaurant is relatively clean. Bathroom fixtures are old and need renovation. Staff are friendly. I would recommend this place for value and lunch, a quiet place for casual catching up with old friends! I posted the current menu and pricing since the one I saw on yelp was at least a year or 3 yrs ago, hope you find it current and helpful.

Some of yall have never eaten at a one star spot and it shows. While Asian Fusion Buffet has room…read morefor improvement it's not terrible in the least. Came here for lunch out of curiousity. I think this restaurant would be more well liked if they had better heat lamps. It's true that some of the food is not warm. It's not cold either but the heat lamps are not heat lamping properly. I also wouldn't rec the sushi. But overall it's not bad. If you're craving Americanized Chinese food this place can scratch the itch okay.

We love to come here anytime we are in Port Charlotte! It has a charming vintage vibe! And…read moreexcellent food! We have also picked up takeout and been very happy! My crew loves the sushi from here! In fact,when we have visitors-they ask to get the Sushi from Big Bamboo! I also wanted to point out their very reasonable drink menu! These drinks sound great!!

I cannot speak to the atmosphere, but my in-laws said that they have an expansive menu & that the…read morefood is great. They were not wrong. The sushi 'love boat' for 2 is well presented, even for takeout. The pork fried rice is some of the best I have had. Apparently the egg rolls are worthy of ordering - they are not greasy. When we revisit Port Charlotte, we will order from here again, DEFINITELY!

great service! I wish the door to outdoor seating was more convenient. Food is great! We need…read morethe restaurant back in Ohio!

The food was on par for American chinese. Great location, i was able to get groceries and quick…read morepick up for kids. Too much rice, not enough chicken for kids meal (my kid said).

Been coming here for 20+ years and can't give more compliments about the food! They are a sister…read morerestaurant to on of my favorite Thai restaurants in town (Bangkok) so you absolutely need to order the somtom salad! Sushi is always fresh and delish!

Pac Rim is one of my favorite sushi places in Sarasota. I've gone countless times and every time I…read morego the food is fresh, flavorful, and consistent. Everything I've tried there I've loved. My favorites are their summer rolls, crab rangoon, Mexican roll, and their Thai tea. I mostly order lunch to-go but when I have dined-in, the service was fast and the interior clean and tidy. I will say that as compared to other sushi restaurants Pacific Rim is slightly more pricey, but apparently that isn't stopping me from going.

Every thing was awesome. Authentic food and great Peruvian cerveza. A must try if you are in the…read morearea and love authentic Peruvian food.

Great food! Wonderful attention to requests, great smoked pork fried rice and chicken fire noodles!…read moreCared about my allergies, etc! YUMMY AND GREAT!

Went for lunch on Monday and I was pleased with the all around experience…read more We ordered a poke bowl, chicken enchilada bowl, and had the unsweetened teas. The poke was spicy and fresh with no unwanted flavors, the enchiladas were really flavorful and tender with some nice crunch from the cabbage, and the unsweetened tea was on point. The service was good, meal came out relatively quick and the counter person gave good suggestions. The ambiance is very good. The restaurant is clean, and has refreshing decor. I look forward to trying some other food in the future. Food 9.0 Service 8.5 Ambiance 8.0

The food was delicious and great quality! I got the glow bowl with salmon. The food was healthy but…read morestill had good flavor and was more filling than expected. The service was quick and the staff were very friendly. Highly recommend!