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    Saya Restaurant

    4.4 (326 reviews)
    ModerateJapanese, Thai
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    SAYA RESTAURANT ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Barry B.

    I was craving Thai food lunch and stopped in. I ordered 2 star Chicken Pad Thai to go. The food had great flavor with the perfect amount of heat. The portion size was good and had chunks of chicken. I will definitely come back to try other items.

    Chicken Karage and 2 Thai teas

    Everything is always fresh hot and on point and OMG this is the best chili oil I've had!!! Pairs perfectly with the CRUNCHY chicken!! My go to spot for a few years now

    Saya special- chicken Katsu and gaiyang
    Maggie W.

    First time here. We tried the Katsu chicken which was really delicious and the quantity was large! Big chicken pieces, super delicious. The box I got was really good too. It included chicken Katsu, grilled chicken gaiyang, and really good pad Thai. Inside the ambient was very cozy. Service was great. Really nice staff. Will be back. Really good prices for big portions and really good food.

    Seafood pho
    Katerina S.

    My favorite thing to get here is their chicken karage. You cannot beat it. The waiter Andrew was always checking on us and was so nice. The atmosphere is nice and homey. I also had their seafood pho and it was good as well. It tasted a bit fishy but it was not that overpowering.

    Chicken Karaage
    Christian-Immanuel C.

    This has been my go to Chicken Karaage spot for years and it's always worth the drive. The workers are very kind and every now and then, you'll run into the owner who is very welcoming and friendly. They make sure to check up on you every now and then to make sure everything is okay and if you need anything else. There's always plenty of seating with tables and booths. They can accommodate larger groups which is nice and with that comes their huge parking lot that they share with other businesses but is never really full. The Chicken Karaage has a ridiculously crispy exterior and once you get past that, it's juicy tender chicken. The dish always comes with rice and salad and you can opt to pay extra for more chicken. I definitely recommend dining in for your first time before bringing it to go or home to get the full experience. You won't be disappointed making your way to this family owned spot!

    Sarah J.

    Really great food! I've had their takeout, but haven't dined in yet. They do have a dining space which is nice. The food is overall delicious, full of flavor, and they have good portions. The chicken karaage which is such a meaty and tasty chicken. It's heavy and very filling! I also had the Thai massaman curry which was absolutely delicious. I'll be back here, this place is a keeper and a must visit!

    Karaage
    Debra W.

    I was influenced. I watched a video on social media and they sold me when they said the karaage was some of the best they had in the area. So I just had to go see for myself. Upon arrival, the place was bigger than I anticipated. But you can tell it's pretty steady with the local community and seems to have a pretty good influx of regulars. I was seated pretty quickly and was surprised that they let me have a booth to myself considering it was lunch rush and they were decently busy. I obviously went the karaage and also ordered basil fried rice. When she asked what spicy level from 1- 4, I told her 4. And when she started to walked away, I stopped her and told her Thai Spicy. I want it Thai Spicy Level 4. The Karaage came out first. It was literally piping hot and steaming. It was so hot and fresh out the fryer, I couldn't even eat it. Luckily, they brought out the basil fried rice soon after. The rice had a nice basil flavor but was a little on the soft side for fried rice. It wasn't Thai spicy level 4 either but I'd give a level 2. The rice overall was a solid 3/5. It had great flavor but the texture just didn't do it for me. When the karaage cooled off enough for me eat, it was Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Seasoned very well. The dipping sauce, perfectly balanced as well. The karaage was good. Definitely a great value for the price and serving. 3.75/5 It was a lot of food so I packed my food to go and my only complaint is that when I left the restaurant and went back to work, I smelled like the grease the karaage was cooked in. It was really unpleasant to have to sit like the rest of the work day.

    Menu
    Susanna L.

    It's like a hidden gem cause I've never been here crowded. There doesn't ever seem to be a lot of people here. Prices are affordable and food proportion is generous. There are lots of tables and it's spacious; there is a parking lot so you don't have to worry about parking. Cashier/ servers are really kind. Although I order the pad se ew with no veggies and it still came with veggies. I m sure if I asked they would have switched it for me cause they were super nice but I didn't want to trouble them. Food doesn't take long to come but it's all pipping hot. My favorite dishes here are the karaage and the gaiyang

    Kalena C.

    Such a great little spot! Great food, kind workers, decent prices! One plate can feed 2, or 1 very hungry person! Chicken is crispy and flavorful and such a good deal! Always come here when I need a quick chicken karaage fix!

    BEST KARAGE CHICKEN.  always order Xtra chicken.  Family owned, very kind and great service and great food for the price.

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    Service was good. Food was hot. Easy location off the highway. Always use takeout; it's hot and ready to go when I arrive

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    Chicken karrage was amazing!!! Crispy, flavorful and the order was huge! Would definitely come back to try the other dishes.

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    We loved the Karaage chicken. Huge portion and delicious sauce. Nice friendly service. Family friendly.

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    I drive 50 mile to eat at Saya giyang is the best but not the this time something was off hope it's not an on going thing 1/18/2025

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    Food is always great, and portions are big! Plus, they are always nice. I recommend the chicken Karaage. It's the best!

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    Food is good and generous portions! Chicken Karaage is the best super crunchy and moist!

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    Does this place have tempura shrimp and Veggies?

    Saya has deep fried prawns with veggies so kinda similar but not tempura. I would still give it a try and see what you think :-)

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    4.8
    (211 reviews)
    2.1 mi
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    I almost don't want to leave a review, space is already limited. :)…read more The fish is so fresh, the chef tells you exactly where everything is from, and freshly grated wasabi. I always just get sashimi, so I can't speak to anything else. Since it is a one man operation it is reservation only and no take out. Very much worth it to take the effort and make a reservation. You will need to preorder with your reservation so he has exactly the right amount of product, I do like that aspect of it.

    We finally tried this place and it didn't disappoint! It's reservations only and it seems like they…read morebook out daily. You do have to put a $40/person deposit but it gets refunded once you pay for your meal. There is street parking available. The place is very small which makes sense since he only serve 1 group at a time. This might be my personal opinion but Because it's only one group, I hoped it would have been a little more interactive, like the chef could have explained his technique and skills while we were waiting or at least let us see what he was doing. We sat at the bar table but it was blocked by a counter so we couldn't see anything and he didn't talk and we had to wait around 15 minutes for our first dish. Foodwise: 10 piece nigiri --- love the different fishes that was available and all of them has their own distinct texture and flavor. My husband who loves nigiri said it was a fun experience. Scallop inari - scallop was cream and soft and smooth, I think the sweetness was a little overpowering though. Seabass crudo --- for how little there was of the fish itself, there was a lot of olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette. After finishing the fish, I was hoping to have some bread to eat more of the oil. Special maguro don--- I love this dish - the fish melts in your mouth, the rice went well with the fish and the wasabi was delicious. Price was also very reasonable for the quality of fish. Overall, it was a good experience, I definitely would recommend

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    Main counter (8/17/24)
    Main counter (8/17/24)
    Chef's Choice Nigiri Set $45 for 12 pcs
    Chef's Choice Nigiri Set $45 for 12 pcs
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    California Monster Sushi & Korean Food

    California Monster Sushi & Korean Food

    4.9
    (44 reviews)
    3.0 mi

    My boyfriend and I came here one time but saw that they had a sign up that said they were temporary…read moreclosed due to a kitchen maintenance. We tried again a week or so later as my work is close by and we wanted something quick and affordable as we had a comedy show to go to afterwards. As we entered, we were the only ones and we were greeted warmly by the sushi chef and our waitress. Our waitress told us to pick any table we'd like and she brought us menus. Once we had ample time to glance over the menu which honestly had the right amount of items, I got the udon and shrimp tempura while my boyfriend got their Philadelphia roll and chicken katsu. Our waitress asked if we were fine with water and I didn't see a drink section on the menu but they do offer fountain drinks, canned drinks and hot tea. The inside is small but it's cozy and initmate. They have K-pop playing in the background with the music video. There is a good mix of natural lighting from the sun and inside. The bathroom was clean and well-maintained. We received our roll and shrimp tempura first, udon next and finally the chicken katsu. The katsu sauce here is one of the best katsu sauce we've ever had as it had a perfect balance of tangy, sweet and savory flavors. There was a lot of katsu and my boyfriend said the only complaint was he wished there was a bit more rice as the ratio was off. I loved my udon, they give a generous portion of fish cakes, fish balls and a piece of shrimp tempura as well as plenty of tempura flakes. I do wish there was a bit more noodles but that was my only real complaint. The shrimp tempura was good but I do wish there was a bit more sauce. My boyfriend's roll was delicious and fresh! Their hot green tea was also comforting and delightful! The service here is pleasant as our waitress was kind and checked in on us often. She was also courteous and professional with other customers. We look forward to coming back whenever we're hungry for good and affordable sushi and Korean food.

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    Miyabi Restaurant

    4.1
    (1.4k reviews)
    3.3 mi
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    I came to the Miyabi restaurant after a long time. The interior of the store was more tidy and the…read moredecorations were better than before. Since it was an early dinner, I immediately sat down. The store staff responded pleasantly. And we ordered Gozilla roll, Super Salmon roll, and Miyabi roll. The sushi toppings were fresh and delicious. I'm looking forward to it again next time.

    We've been wanting to try this spot for a while every time we drive by, it's packed, which usually…read moresays a lot. Finally made it in, and overall, it was a mixed experience. Started off strong with the uni shot, which was really good, and the sashimi fresh, clean, and exactly what you want from a sushi spot. We also ordered the mushroom and pumpkin salad with spinach, which tasted great, but at $20, it felt a bit overpriced for what it was. The rolls, unfortunately, didn't live up to how they looked. Presentation was definitely there, but the flavor just didn't hit. On top of that, they were falling apart pretty easily when picked up with chopsticks, which made them a little frustrating to eat. Service was solid overall staff was attentive despite how busy it was but they did miss our hamachi kama, which was a bit of a letdown. A couple things to note: this place is cash only, and it gets very busy, so expect a bit of a wait. That said, the vibe is nice, and the design of the space is something I actually liked. Would I come back? Probably for sashimi and appetizers but I might skip the rolls next time.

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    Miyabi Restaurant
    Kids Bento
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    Sushi Daruma Ya

    Sushi Daruma Ya

    4.4
    (48 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    After my stint with Mia & More Viet Street Food restaurant, I decided to pay a visit here for a…read moreroll of sushi. This place was empty when I paid a visit because it was on a Monday, so I don't know how they are on a weekend. Anyway, the one lone chef behind the counter greeted me and asked what I'd like for my order. I decided to settle down for a Red Dragon Roll. It took quite a bit to wait for the roll because the chef made it fresh! Additionally, note that this restaurant is small and very casual. There are couple tables out there for people, who want to sit outside of the restaurant.

    Please take my review with a grain of salt as this was the only sushi place open in all of Kent on…read moreThanksgiving Day, which is the date I went to visit. I had placed a pickup order through GrubHub, and was quoted 30 minutes. It's located inside the Great Wall shopping mall, so parking was relatively easy to find and I was able to stay dry while waiting since the little store was indoors. Upon my arrival, they did not have my order and I waited another 15 minutes for my order to be ready. The poor staff was running around and rushed. It's also a very, very tiny place, with a narrow 4 person counter behind the line, and only 2 tables inside. They had placed some tables outside as well for patrons. I love menus that allow me to order varied items but also basic items like sashimi, and this place had both. They make a lot of different hand rolls that are packaged individually, as well as what's called a sushi donut (sashimi layered over donut shaped rice ball. It was such a fun and different way to eat sashimi. The food was fresh and really satisfying. The prices are pretty good too.

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    Rainbow roll.
    Rainbow roll.
    Daruma Platter (Small - 30 pc)

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    Katsu-Mi

    Katsu-Mi

    4.5
    (38 reviews)
    7.5 mi

    Katsu-mi Curry #C3 This dish is a total winner! The chicken…read morekatsu is perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy inside, paired with a rich, savory curry sauce that's packed with flavor but not overly spicy. The balance of textures and that comforting Japanese curry depth made every bite satisfying. Easily one of the best curries I've had lately -- I'll be back for more! Highly recommend.

    My husband and I originally planned to have lunch at Island Pacific market that just opened, but it…read morewas way too crowded, so we decided to head to H Mart and ended up eating at Katsu Mi and we're so glad we did! We both ordered the soba combo, which comes with miso soup and your choice of Katsu chicken tenderloins or pork chops. They were out of the pork chops, so we went with the tenderloins and it was juicy and crispy. The portions were generous and definitely enough to share, but we each cause our eyes were bigger than our tummy , and it was a lot of food in the best way. It also came with a tempura shrimp!! We also tried the curry and takoyaki on the side. The curry was flavorful and comforting, while the takoyaki impressed me with a good amount of octopus inside (not just all dough like some places). Overall, everything was delicious, filling, and such a great deal. Highly recommend checking this place out! The ambiance is like a cafeteria cause you are in a grocery store, but nice quick easy place to have lunch.

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    Store front
    Store front
    Katsu-Mi
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