I always love this place! Got the spicy miso which is a for sure winner every time! The mood and…read morevibes are always great for a chill night! The people there are always wonderful and full of conversation! If you have never tried ramen this is a great place to start!

By far the best ramen in town! An absolute go-to for a nice dinner with a dimly lit ambiance. Heads…read moreup, they don't take reservations and wait can be long during peak hours but they are open late.

My favorite place for Japanese food in Birmingham! This has been been a staple, reliable spot for…read moreme for the past 4 years of college to take friends and family since they have something for everyone. They have so many different types of ramen that are perfect when you need something warm, flavorful, and comforting. My absolute favorite, however, is the build you own sushi burrito. They have so many different additions and proteins to choose from at a very affordable price for the volume you receive. My friends and I also love stopping in just to grab boba at the front to-go counter. The boba always comes out very quickly and they have a large menu of fruit teas and milk teas to choose from. Service is always quick and friendly and I usually am able to be seated immediately. Definitely recommend this place if you are looking for Japanese cuisine, or just to gather at a restaurant where there is something everyone can enjoy!

Absolutely amazing ramen spot!!!!!! From the first sip of broth to the last noodle, everything was…read morebursting with flavor. I've been craving ramen since January of 2025 (literally LMAO) The ramen was rich, comforting, and perfectly cooked, with a great variety on the menu so everyone can find something they love. The boba tea was also fantastic, sweet, refreshing, and a perfect match for the meal. The prices were super affordable too! About 15-20 per bowl which was much cheaper than what I've seen previously. What truly made the experience unforgettable was our server, Accep. He was a total hoot and had us laughing the entire time. So silly, energetic, and genuinely fun, he turned a great dinner into an amazing memory. His personality alone could light up the whole restaurant, and his service was just as top-notch. We absolutely LOVED him. I can't wait to go back just to see him actually, LOL. Delicious food, great selection, awesome boba, and an unforgettable server.

Stopped by Okinawa Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse for a late lunch and decided to sit out on the…read morepatio.... such a great choice!! The outdoor seating was relaxed and perfect for enjoying the beautiful weather without feeling rushed. Service was friendly and attentive, even during that in-between lunch/dinner time. Our food came out fresh and well-prepared. We both ordered hibachi. Our server even offered us to go drinks which was a nice gesture. Overall, it was a laid-back, enjoyable experience. Definitely a solid spot for a casual lunch date or catching up with friends. I'd come back again for sure.

There was superb customer service from the beginning to end. We really enjoyed the patio area where…read morewe ate. There is hibachi style here but no open grill which was okay. The food was okay, I was really looking forward to the rice and veggies. Veggies were good but the rice had a bit to be of aftertaste perhaps from the grill. The portions were generous for the price.

Very clean, friendly, and a great happy hour menu…read more I had the pork and shrimp dumplings soup, AMAZING!!!

Shiki is a place I have frequented often when staying in the nearby hotel. I have really liked…read moreeverything we have tried there. My go-to is usually the Shiki fish. I love the sauce that comes with it! I have also had a great yuzu margarita there, which I would recommend if you want a cocktail! My most recent order was the Super Crunch Roll. I got this to go, and I picked it based off of previous Yelp reviews. It was delicious but didn't necessarily blow me away, especially for it to be ~$17. It left me feeling hungry, whereas I usually feel quite full from a sushi roll. They have a lovely outdoor patio for whenever the weather is nice. They do allow you to bring your dog to sit with you! Service can be hit or miss at times, but overall, we have had great experiences. They have a HH 4-6 Thursday-Sunday, which is nice if you can make it then. It includes 1/2 price appetizers, $5 cocktails (marg, mojito, cucumber collins, and mule), beer, wine, and sake. I attached the menu for this. I believe the HH and lunch special pricing is only offered for dine-in.

One of my favorite places to have really good Chinese! The $$ is very fair and the service is…read moreunbeatable. Either before or after your dinner you can the tour the amazing oriental market.

I will most definitely try this place again !!…read more They had many dishes right up our alley not americanized. So if you want boring food this place is NOT for you. We got so many things to start with Coconut water rice cake. Yes it does have the consistency of a sponge cake. It was good! I also got some Panda red bean buns. Cute and also good! For drinks: Sake, Taro bubble milk tea, and a Thai milk tea. We tried Winter Melon and clam soup For my entree I got Chicken with Lotus root which I enjoyed, My husband got crispy intestine . (My husband said he has never had it done that well-clean taste ) I tried it and it was ok. My son got the Szechuan style sautéed brisket and he ate it up ! To go yep we got sautéed pork belly and eggplant, pork, & basil . Both were also good. The waiter worked his bum off and we gave him a good tip. The only complaint were the young boys working up front who weren't friendly and acted like working was killing them. Why I didn't give you a 5! Otherwise you would have deserved it !!! All the food was delicious! Now on to the market - I like this better than the hometown market why they have many things I haven't seen including Jin noodles I have been looking everywhere for!!!! We bought many things to try including cucumber, orange, and what I thought was Mango potato chips. Nope it was abalone ! Not so good but the orange was good Of course Jin noodles , tiramisu mochi, banana milk rice snacks(yum) , tamarind drink, orange pepper spice, and chili crisp Our cashier though was joyless . Would I go back to both ? Yes I would!!

My first time in Birmingham and this spot in Downtown is a gem. The energy is great, especially if…read moreyou snag a seat at the bar. * Service (The Star): Shoutout to Bianca at the bar. She's an amazing bartender--super friendly, helpful with recommendations and kept the space spotless. She turned a 4-star meal into a 5-star experience. * Fish Quality: The sushi and fish quality were impressively fresh. * The Rolls & Ramen: Both rolls recommended by the Bianca were well above average and the ramen exceeded my expectations. * The Rice (Shari): A bit of a letdown. The rice was too mushy/wet and the portion of rice per piece was way too large. * Pork Bao: Not worth the mention (or a photo). Skip this one. Verdict: 5/5 stars. Mostly thanks to Bianca's top-tier hospitality. Solid Japanese spot in the heart of Downtown.

My wife and I were able to get away during Christmas time as we were in town for the holidays. She…read moresaw Bamboo on yelp and wanted to stop by and have dinner here. It was pretty pack but was able to grab a couple of seats at the bar and was immediately attended to. I really loved the atmosphere of this place as it's in an old building and i always love the exposed brick in these restaurants. We ordered a couple of sushi rolls with me ordering the cyclone and my wife ordering a salmon roll and they were very delicious. I love to explore new restaurants and this was definitely a winner

Truly enjoyed my experience here. Happy hour had good prices for drinks and food. The server was…read moregood and the ambiance is nice. I will be back!

Quick service & fresh sushi with unique roll options at reasonable prices…read more The shrimp & pork dumpling soup was so good that we ordered a 2nd one with the broth only. The edamame was ok--needed more sea salt. We ordered the WTF roll which was good but we found it had too much on it so we liked it better eating it a bit deconstructed.

Love this place! The weather was perfect and got to sit outside for dinner time. Service was great,…read moreeven when they were busy. All servers made sure drinks were filled and each table had what they needed. Food is always great but I did try something new and everything was excellent. The batter on the green beans were so crunchy and perfectly salted! I dipped mine in soy sauce but it also comes with a pretty tasty and mild sauce. My cocktail was so light and refreshing! Not sweet and very nice sake! Highly recommend! The bulgogi was good as well! I'm not a huge fan of kimchi but this was good! Lots of jasmine rice and carrots! Only critique for the entree would be to add a little more flavor. Maybe a tempura crunch, or a roasted nut, or each some green onion to give an added flavor. I did add soy sauce on it and it was pretty good! No complaints and a happy belly here! Great atmosphere for date or family night. People there eating with family but also celebrating birthdays together.

Beautiful atmosphere and nice second-story outdoor seating. Service was fast and attentive. The…read moretempura green beans were just ok. Not the most flavorful. Could do with some seasoning. The Nepalese lamb curry was just good. Not huge but not small portion. The flavor was decent, but it was lacking in complexity. Something about it fell flat. Overall, I'd expect better flavor for the price.

the ambience was so great. the restaurant layout was great for family or even if you want to sit in…read morethe bar for sushi and watching game and chat. The food selection was great but the highlight that that have indonesian selection. from lamb satay, the famous beef rendang and ayam penyet (spicy pressed fried chicken). they also have the indonesian salad, gado gado and also the fried rice and fried indonesian noodle. Also trying the japanese gyudon and it was great with the soft boiled egg . the service was great and the server was really knowledgable with the food. Service was great...

Just had another fantastic meal at Nori! They are now offering their full menu since ICE raided…read moretheir restaurant. They offer a very diverse menu with a superb sushi selection. The sushi chef came out of retirement to help bring the restaurant back up to speed. He honed his skills at Nobo in Las Vegas! Give yourself a treat and try Nori!

I spent 60 minutes deciding what I wanted. Yelp suggests work because I'm extremely happy with…read moreeach of my orders I've made. The staff is patient when customers need help with the extended menu. Facility is cleaned and well organized.

I don't come here often enough. Every time that I do, I am reminded that I should visit more often…read morebut it's not close enough to my office for it to be a regular lunch spot. Like most fast casual restaurants you place your order at the counter and they bring it to your table. My most recent visit I ordered the Drunken Noodle and Mandu (6 Dumplings filled with ground meat & vegetables wrapped in a thin dough). As before everything was excellent. Previously I have gotten the Cha Gio - Vietnamese (Pork) Egg Rolls & Pad Thai which were both good as well, but I think Drunken Noodle is my new favorite. I wish that they had a combination appetizer option of the Mandu, Egg Rolls and Crab "Angles". Drinks are mostly bottles from a refrigerator but they do have Boba, Coffee & Hot Tea as well.