Our special day was made even more special by a wonderful blend of delectable menu options,…read morethoughtful service and ambiance. The menu presented extensive and adventurous options that as first timers could have been intimidating but with the help of Donavin our delightful server, we selected the perfect seafood salad for the Mrs. and the curated selection of Maki (delicious sushi "tacos") that together made for the perfect share. Add to that a smooth Japanese beer and a surprisingly moderate overcast that made our dinner on the patio the perfect way to celebrate our first meeting 47 years ago. There were so many other tempting menu options that we'll look forward to sampling on our next for sure visit. Hopefully we will have the pleasure of having Donavin as our server even though our observation is that all the young people serving are helpful and gracious . Having read about Oiza in the CVLUX magazine, I can honestly say our experience so grandly exceeded our expectations my wife wants to submit her own review!

Having an appreciation for all things Japanese, the O-iza advertisement in the CVLUX caught my eye…read more Yesterday July 12th, was the 47th anniversary of my husband and I having been introduced. We chose to commemorate it by having dinner at O-iza and what a wonderful choice it was! As soon as we entered the restaurant, we were immersed into the a serene and beautiful environment characteristic of the Japanese culture. The young ladies that greeted us and then ushered us to the patio were lovely and gracious. It was then that we met Donavin who became our adept curator for the evening. He effortlessly, patiently and with insight matched our curiosities and tastes to the perfect menu choices. We quickly realized that we were barely scratching the surface of the delightful selections that the menu has to offer. That means we need to return and continue our exploration. Hopefully, we again will have Donavin to guide us. We would like to thank the entire staff for a most pleasurable evening. Nancy M. Ramentas

The food and service from the lovely Kay was Great. My…read morefavorite was the Habachi shrimp and seafood salad.

One of my favorite spots in town. Honestly, it's a great price for the quality and variety. We'll…read moreusually come by for the lunch special when we're feeling super hungry. For about $20-25 this can't be beat. The amount of salmon nigiri and eel I eat here is crazy. It's not the best sushi in town but it's definitely not the worst. Much better than standard buffet quality but not quite the same as a good sushi restaurant. All the other items are pretty tasty too. Favorites for my non-sushi loving husband are the teriyaki & hibachi steak and shrimp. He has had a little bit of everything on the menu and never has anything bad to say. Service is usually pretty quick but there are days where the sushi comes out painfully slow. To be safe, I recommend just ordering the max amount you're allowed each time. Cute little decor on the inside and not too cramped. We'll (obviously) continue to come back!

Food was delicious Service was friendly and attentive…read more The place was clean and a beautiful place to dine in

I usually love this place but when I bit into my hino roll today I got a lot of cream cheese in it…read moreI double checked the menu but this should not be in it :( I usually disregard but they typically forget my chopsticks too so it was just kind of a slow build up and I finally had to leave a comment about it as they're app did not allow me too upon further inspection they also forgot the katsu sauce for the chicken D:

We've been to Shobu twice now, and it's quickly become one of our favorite Japanese restaurants…read more What I love most is the variety on the menu. Whether you're craving sushi, teriyaki, or ramen, they really have something for everyone. The sushi and sashimi are incredibly fresh -- honestly some of the freshest fish we've had at any sushi restaurant. It tastes like the chef went out and caught it that morning. The 14-piece sashimi platter with a couple of rolls was more than enough for two people, and everything was excellent quality. The ramen is also fantastic, but fair warning: the bowls are HUGE, so definitely come hungry. Their garlic edamame is absolutely addictive, and we really enjoyed the poke in the seaweed poke salad, though the dish does lean very heavily on the seaweed, so just keep that in mind before ordering. Cassidy is new to the restaurant and waited on us. an Shewas wonderful -- super friendly, attentive, patient, and just genuinely great service all around. The only downside was the new menu design. The font is extremely tiny, printed on a small laminated sheet, and honestly very difficult to read. Hopefully they make the text larger in the future because the food itself is outstanding. Overall, highly recommend Shobu if you're looking for fresh sushi, excellent sashimi, hearty ramen, and great service.

Based on the high reviews, I had high expectations, but I was really let down. I selected Shobu for…read moremy family and me to dine at. Being Japanese, my Grandma typically craves Japanese food and only goes to places she enjoys. I wanted her to branch out, so I selected this spot. When we entered, the vibes were a bit off. It was summer in the valley, and it was hot. There was no AC inside, just fans, and we were literally sweating during our entire meal. It was quiet, very dark, and not clean--sticky floors and menu. The service was nice, but not very attentive. Regarding the food, we got two Bento Boxes and one Caterpillar Roll. For the price, the portion was good, but the quality and taste weren't the best. The tempura was really thick, and the shrimp was reminiscent of the frozen Costco shrimp tempura. The sashimi was stringy and of poor quality. The rolls we had were falling apart, and the avocado was mushy and not fresh. Everything we had was subpar at most, which is a shame considering how vast the menu is (lol at their AI pictures though). I wouldn't come back nor recommend what we got. Good Japanese food can be hard to come by in Fresno. I'd skip Shobu Japanese Cuisine due to the food quality and environment. Find them off Blackstone Ave. in the shopping complex with free parking.

Namikaze has the best fries in Fresno! Their Loaded Otaku Fries with kimchi are hands-down the best…read morefries I've ever had. We come back again and again just for those, and we've even called in takeout orders when a craving hits. We also love the Poke Nachos, topped with generous chunks of sashimi, avocado, and jalapeños. The fries and poke nachos together are more than enough for two people to share for lunch, and for dinner we usually order one of their delicious rice bowls. The restaurant has a great atmosphere with a bar area featuring TVs, a separate dining room with high-top tables where the sushi bar is, and a back dining area with standard-height tables and chairs. There's also a beautiful patio overlooking a water fountain and courtyard, making it a great spot to enjoy a meal outdoors. If you're visiting Namikaze for the first time, the Loaded Otaku Fries are an absolute must-order!

A lot comes to mind when you hear the name Fresno. Raisins, Agriculture, Bridge to nowhere, but…read moreSushi is not one of them. So when my son asked us to meet him, his lovely wife and our 3 granddaughters for dinner on a recent visit I didn't have my hopes up. Namikaze is a nice quiet restaurant that from its decor could easily be an Italian, French or American restaurant. Just change the paintings on the wall. The Menu is pretty expansive. A full menu of Sushi, noodles, gyoza and rolls made it difficult to choose but eventually we narrowed it down. I always try the Unagi (eel) at any sushi restaurant. It is my barometer for how good everything else will probably be. It was good. I also ordered the Kimono Roll while my wife had Shogun roll. We also tried the Chicken Gyoza. Everything was terrific. Excellent taste and fresh. Next time someone asks me about Fresno I'll say "Fresno! They have good sushi there". Definitely Recommended.

The service was excellent.I would highly recommend this place.I ordered the original tonkotsu and…read moremilky tonkotsu broth with my family; it was rich, flavorful, and flawless. The service was also very warm and welcoming--I'll definitely be coming back!

Tsuchiya Ramen totally gave me Initial D, street car racing vibes w/ its actual, real-life (idk if…read moreit was intentional or not lol) car meet outside in the parking lot, Japanese decor inside and car memorabilia displayed throughout. It was quite an interesting industrial, unfinished aesthetic. Definitely nostalgic and made me miss my fixed up white Acura Integra..ala 2001. Yea..I'm a girl and yea I use to race. ;) Such a good pit stop on our family's Spring Break road trip to Yosemite. It definitely refueled us for the rest of our journey. Known for its customizable ramen bowls with flavorful broths and a wide variety of toppings, as well as, other menu items like rice bowls, bentos, and dumplings, Tsuchiya Ramen definitely lived up to it's almost 5 star Yelp reviews. The waitress was friendly and the food came out fairly quickly once our order was taken ~ less than 10 mins for sure! I ordered the spicy miso ramen ($17.99) with a sweet corn side (+$1.50) and complimentary topping of the fried garlic. The hakata (thin style noodles) were perfectly cooked, with a lil al dente bit to them. It had all the trimmings that I like ~ green onion, chashu, jammy egg, crunchy wood ear mushrooms, naruto fish cake, marinated bamboo, and nori. The broth was authentic, flavored with such depth. You can really taste the slow-cooked, miso quality in it. I loved the fried garlicky taste too! It was the right level of spice, I didn't even need to add any chili oil, like I usually do. My picky daughter opt'd for the "make your own ramen" option (starting at $12.99) ~ getting the same hakata thin noodle with tonkatsu broth, chashu (+$3.25), fried tofu (+$2.50), and freebie toppings of nori, sesame seeds & fried garlic. My son ordered the OG tonkatsu ramen w/ extra marinated bamboo (+$2) on the side. Lastly, the hubs wanted to eat lighter & healthier, so he opt'd for the teriyaki chicken rice bowl. Everyone loved their meal pick. Dare I say..I even think it ranks better than some of the ramen joints in the OC. Who knew Fresno was poppin' in the foodie dept? Lol A total RxFoodie recommend and I'd return if I'm ever in the area again!

This place is located on Friant and Champlain. In the building next to Azura Nightclub and The…read moreStandard. I decided to eat sushi so I went straight to the sushi bar. I was seated and serviced right away. The staffs were very friendly and checked up on me every time. Mori (sushi chef) was so sweet and nice! He plated the sushi beautifully! Absolutely delivered! My favorite sushi is the sashimi platter which is raw high grade salmon and the best toro! Toro is for sure a delicacy, it's like high demand that's why it's so pricy. It is the under belly of a bluefin tuna. The texture is soft, buttery and rich and the word "toro" means melt in Japanese and it says it all! I'll like to come back again to try out their teppanyaki!

We have been in this place multiple times and had ordered sushi rolls for to go in a different…read moreoccasion since this is very close to our house and it's only walking distance from us. The interior has been renovated recently and it's nicely organized with the lots of space between the tables. It's a calm environment and not that loud which is favorable place to visit with infants. The service has been poor last year since they were under stuffed but now they have improved it which is greatly appreciated. The rolls are good but they are a little bit pricey since they are just a regular rolls and even sometimes it feels apart, though the fish has always been fresh.

Delicious bacon flavored rice! Would eat this for breakfast, lunch and dinner…read more Super friendly service and sparkling clean inside.

Came here to eat on a Friday night no reservations I guess they do a walk-in basis. We didn't wait…read morelong. Our weight was about an hour, but it was all worth the food. Walked around the area and grabbed a donut to ease off. The appetite ended up coming in about an hour, and the place was packed, but we were seated and our food was made.

This is my nth time eating at Sakura Teppanyaki, and I continue to be impressed with the food they…read moreserve. This time, I ordered the teriyaki chicken and scallops with a side of bacon fried rice. The salad had an amazing vinegary flavor with a nice kick that really stood out. The chicken was tender and chewy in a good way, the vegetables were perfectly cooked, and the scallops had the right texture and were cooked just right. The bacon fried rice added a rich and savory flavor that complemented the meal well. Overall, another satisfying experience, and I'll definitely be coming back again.

Hostess staff are polite and congenial. The teppan servers do the absolute bare minimum, but they…read moremay have a lot of tables. The teppan chef we had last was Ruben. All his food was pretty good. The drinks were awful. My husband asked for a Vodka soda and was given a vodka tonic. At first we thought maybe the server heard wrong, but since the server wasn't around at all we walked it over to the bar ourselves and asked the bartender to remake it since the bar was completely empty (I mean not one soul) at 7:45 on a Saturday night. The second drink the bartender gave us was a vodka sprite. Maybe we should have specified soda means seltzer. Dinner bill for 3 adults and 2 kids was $250 plus tips. The food was decent but the service was underwhelming and subpar for spending that type of cash. Especially since the server seemed like anything we asked her was asking her to go out of her way. For example, we had to ask for straws, chopsticks, refills on water etc.

Gave Sushiyaki a spin, given the recommendation…read more Dude at the register was cheerful, nice to be greeted after a long work week on the road. Mindful, I'm from out of state and was looking for something Fresno local. Ordered the dinner special and the portion was massive. Easily enough for my wife and I. Added a Cali roll for good measure and it was all legit. Even the sauces were just right. Lots of parking, a lots of local culture in the area. Food was right on, wish I could visit more frequently. Check it out, you'll be pleased you do. Nice work to the cook!

Sooo good! The hot and spicy sauce can be in competition with the best of the best! The owner is…read morevery nice. Always support the local folks when you can. The bacon fried rice is amazing! The interior is dated, although it's gotten a bit of a spruce up. They have a dinner special daily.