I've only been to Japan about a dozen times to film and write about food content a minumum of 2…read moreweeks each time. So, I can only vouch for my experience eating Japanese food to state that the tsukemen at Okiboru is just like what I have eaten in Japan, specifically the Kansai region. Being that I prefer tsukemen over ramen, dipping sauce over soup, over the years, I have definitely eaten my fair share of this type of noodle. The broth is a thick gravy that is meaty and dashi-rich at the same time. Not too salty, although slightly bitter at times. What really stands out at Okiboru is their thick and toothsome tsukemen noodles. The texture of these noodles alone keeps me returning. QR code menu and friendly service. Bar style atmosphere at this location. So nice to have an authentic tsukemen shop at the mall. I like to stop by before seeing a movie.

Sometime it hard to find good ramyum or japanese food in Georgia but OMG. OMG!!!!…read more The Spicy Tori Paitan broth was DELICIOUS, with great texture noodle and gooey egg! I think I was transported to another realm. and basically ate whole bowl which can be hard for me with ramen (*'o'*) The Curry katsu don bowl was v good! would get again! super fresh taste! ( *w*)b The server was so kind to us and walk us through some options, and the seats were plenty and comfortable!! it's literally outside the mall. Wanna go back so bad!

excellent. Staff attentive to the children that were with…read moreus. Food choices are extremely fresh. the only Seaweed salad that did not get stuck in may teeth thank you

I am visiting a friend in the hospital and decided to stop for dinner. Based on Yelp reviews, I…read morechose Kumo. I was sat expeditiously at a table near a window. It was nearly full but the wood decor dampened it beautifully (aesthetically and audibly). The miso soup was traditional and delicious. The chicken hibachi was flavorful and generously portioned. The veggies (broccoli, carrot, mushrooms, zucchini and onions) were cooked to perfection tender with a little firmness. The chicken was at times dry and overcooked. I could've ordered all veggies and been perfectly happy. There was a lot of rice. A lot. I'll be bringing home leftovers! Overall, I enjoyed Kumo. If and when I come back this way, I won't hesitate to try it again.

I stopped into this Suwanee location on my 3-hour drive back home...for dessert!…read more Namely, their Matcha Pudding w/ Red Bean...LOVE!! Also, tried their Cherry Blossom Jelly...which was good (but probably not enough to try again?). I regret not trying one of their Mille Crepe Cakes...but hopefully I'll get to try it next time? I also enjoyed their Thai Iced Tea...a bit mild, but good flavor. Frankly, I can't wait for this restaurant to open up in my hometown in Charlotte. I'd stop in here regularly for the desserts alone!

The Ramen is definitely well deserved of all the praises. 9 on the Ramen scale in terms of…read morefreshness, tastiness and bouncy noodleness. GARLIC BROTH RAMEN - delish. Noodles were excellent. BAO - melty pork belly delish. TEMPURA SHRIMP - nice and crispy and yet light. TAKOYAKI - very good and so filling. GREEN TEA PUDDING w/ Red Bean Topping - very very good. Perfect dessert to end meal. LYCHEE BOBA - absolutely excellent, wanted to order another. Everything was just delish. Hit all the right notes. Unbelievable fast food service. Good. Very cool interior with their hexagonal design booths and wood interior. Cute accents of Japanese culture with their wishing tree and swing and huge bell. HIGHLY RECOMMEND this place for the Ramen, food drinks. DEFINITELY will be back. Might just be our Ramen place when we get the craving.

Our waitress Courtney was amazing The food was delicious…read more and fast The restaurant was clean

One of my favorite goto places. The spicy chicken ramen is phenomenal. The staff is very friendly…read moreand makes it a pleasant experience. If you're looking for an overall great dining experience it's a great place to go.

Wonderful experience our server was 10/10 in amazing with service, patient , friendly and…read moreinformative . We ordered 2 flights and since y'all were out of one of the beers my sister ordered the bartender came with one extra just in case she didn't like the replacement (which by the way was a great call because she definitely Preferred the extra over the replacement) We ordered the Crispy Chicken which tbh wasn't the best small plate to order since I ordered the Pork Chashu Bowl it just didn't mix (pork & chicken in one sitting never again. ) but the shocker was I am not a fan of jelly egg yokes but this seasoned egg I actually enjoyed it which was the first and only time I've ever eaten and enjoyed eggs cooked that way my compliments to the chef and recipe creator. My sister ordered the JINYA Tonkotsu Black which I regret not ordering for myself though I did get to taste and loved it ! Can't wait to return again and hopefully we can get to enjoy the outside (fireside) dining . All in all great atmosphere and wonderful staff .

Returned before the ice storm. My favorite app idea the jinya buns and ordered 2 and a coke and ice…read moretea. The buns were as good as I remembered. I could have 2 of these and called it a day. Delish. I had the flying harvest veggie Ramen. Asked for it a little spicy and added hot sauce. It's got to be one of my favs. Again the broth is a little muddy for me and there are ramen place with a cleaner broth but very tasty. Love the broccolini and all the veggies. The raw onions are a bit much but good. I do like this place but again a bit pricey. For ramen and buns. But something you don't see often, cleaning. Owning a restaurant is 90% cleaning and 10% cooking. I know cuz we used to own a restaurant.

I was so happy to find out about Okiboru tsukemen. Although the price was little expensive, but the…read moredish worthed it IMO! The noodles were chewy, the dipping broth was delicious(a bit salty to taste but it meant to balance out the bland noodle). The service was fast and can be a place for large gatherings. Will definitely come back for more!

After a long hiatus from Okiboru, my boyfriend and I decided to stop by for ramen for lunch. We…read morestarted with the Brussels sprouts as an appetizer--my favorite item on the menu--and they were just as great as I remembered. Definitely did not disappoint! For my entree, I ordered the tonkotsu ramen. Unfortunately, it was a bit lackluster. I'm not sure I'd return specifically for the ramen. My boyfriend ordered the truffle shoyu ramen and also found it to be underwhelming. The ambiance has also changed since my last visit. They've replaced the middle bar area with more tables and painted over the previously drawn-on walls. The space feels noticeably darker now and lacks some of the character it once had. That said, the service was great. Our server, JJ, was attentive, friendly and took good care of us.

Awesome place ! Their food was delicious, filling, and affordable. Their menu has good variety. The…read moreserver was friendly and talkative. The interior is outdated, and the booth seats were ripped up.

Whenever I am craving ramen this is my go to place. The food is always delicious. The service is…read morealways great. They are able to accommodate different group sizes.

Ramen was ok. There are many other better options for the same price. Portions are large. Calamari…read moretasted fishy.

The ramen just lacked flavor. I got the tonkotsu and it tasted so mild that i tasted more of the…read moretoppings than the broth. It was also somewhat cold, it wasnt ice cold but its almost as if it was left to cool for 20 min or something. I also found a couple gnats floating in my water and my broth so that really deterred me. Overall i would not come back to this place.

Glad this popped in my memory, as I stopped by here with a buddy of mine earlier this year and got…read moreme a great Poké bowl with salmon and tuna, and kind of built my own, and it was fantastic! My phone was dead so I didn't get any pictures, but this is a great way to get fresh fish and other goodies but for me it's all about the tuna, the salmon, avocado, seaweed and squid salad. Gotta have Sriracha and the price points are pretty good for these times when Sushi grade tuna is priced out of the roof. Will try to come down again to that area from Athens before Christmas cause I want to take the kids, but Poké bowls have my heart and this is a great place to try them if you haven't. Highly recommend.!!!

Had lunch here and it was absolutely delicious. The chicken was good perfectly vegetables were…read morefresh. It was definitely worth the money. The staff were very friendly. The restaurant was clean. Would definitely recommend for healthier option for lunch or dinner.

Arita Ramen & Sushi | Buford, GA…read more If you're a salmon lover, this spot might be your next obsession ! We finally checked out Arita Ramen & Sushi and here's everything we tried Salmon Flight (recommend ) 6 pieces of salmon nigiri with evenly thick cuts and beautiful marbling. The texture was incredibly fresh, buttery, and had that rich, creamy finish. Sushi Guoba (recommend) Not on the menu, special. I expected something crispy, but it's actually more like a soft rice cake texture (not chewy). Topped with avocado + spicy tuna, super unique. Beef Shank Ramen Comes with 4 thick cuts of tender marinated beef shank in a rich bone broth. Flavorful and comforting, but I did notice a slightly sweet aftertaste, found it to be weird. BOGO Sushi Deal Rocky Shrimp was our favorite. The eel roll wasn't really for us. Chicken Hibachi Solid and the yum yum sauce was extra thick (which we loved). Yuzu Sake (recommend) Light, citrusy, and super refreshing , highly recommend if you like fruity drinks.

We came here after seeing a movie at the IMAX nearby and wanted a quick dinner on our way home…read more There were 3 of us & we got Bogo $20 rolls & BOGO $17 rolls & one nuka sashimi platter That was plenty of food for 3 people, slightly less would've prob been more comfortable tbh. They gave huge pieces of sashimi and a variety of cuts but I wasn't a fan of a few of them so would probably just do a la carte next time but the presentation was so cute. Flashing lights & dry ice smoke Their menu is huge with a vast selection so take your time to go through it lol the rolls start to sound the same after awhile and they all have interesting names The inside is bigger than it looks outside and service was prompt Plenty of parking outside