I had a fantastic experience at King Salmon Arcadia. The Eel Unagi Nigiri was rich and perfectly…read moreglazed with a nice smoky sweetness. The Tuna Maguro Nigiri tasted incredibly fresh and clean. The Yellowtail Hamachi Nigiri had a buttery texture that melted in my mouth. Their Udon noodles came in a flavorful broth that was comforting and well seasoned. The Chef's Special Hand Roll stood out with a great mix of ingredients and a crisp nori wrap. The staff was helpful and friendly throughout the visit making everything feel easy and enjoyable. The space itself was clean and welcoming with a relaxed vibe that made me want to stay longer. I will definitely be coming back for more of their sushi and noodles. Highly recommend this spot if you are looking for quality Japanese food in the area.

As someone who grew up on the East Coast and worked in a Japanese sushi bar for nearly 11 years,…read moreI'm pretty picky about sushi. Since moving to Arizona almost 10 years ago, I've struggled to find a place that reminds me of home!!!!! #KOOMA Today I tried King Salmon Sushi, and wow. The Fire Dragon Roll and Spicy Tuna Hand Roll were so good I practically inhaled them. The fish was fresh, the quality was excellent, and you could genuinely taste the care that went into making it. Skip the overpriced Scottsdale spots...... this hidden gem in Arcadia is absolutely worth it. You just earned a loyal customer! So grateful this place is only one minute from my house!!! now all I need is buy one get one on specialty rolls!

If you're a fan of Sushiholic in Arcadia, you'll feel right at home at Sushi Vibe, a sister…read morerestaurant. The menus are clearly related, especially the lunch menu, with many of the same favorites and a familiar layout. That's a good thing, because the food here is every bit as good - if not better! The sushi was exceptionally fresh, beautifully prepared, and delicious. The atmosphere is relaxed and modern, but I'd say it has a slightly more upscale feel than Sushi Holic while still being comfortable and unpretentious. The service was genuinely friendly throughout my visit. A special shout-out to the bar: I ordered the Gin Ginger Sour from the happy hour menu (happy hour starts at 2 p.m., right when the lunch service ends). Made with Roku gin, plum wine, ginger syrup, and lemon juice, it was one of the better gin cocktails I've had in a while--balanced, refreshing, and not overly sweet. The bartender even poured the extra cocktail left in the shaker into a separate glass instead of letting it go to waste, which was a thoughtful touch that I really appreciated. Excellent food, great cocktails, warm service, and a chill atmosphere. I'll definitely be back.

Solid 4 star sushi restaurant. Rolls were good, interesting drink options (Yuzu Mule), and decent…read moreservice. Will be back but feel there are tons of amazing sushi spots in the valley so won't be rushing back. Something about the food just fell a little flat. Might have been the chicken fried rice which was the weakest item of the night. We should have got noodles instead haha.

I've had my eye on Minnow for a while now, but since I don't go to this side of Phoenix often, it…read moretook me over a year to make it. I had an event nearby so it was the perfect opportunity. The interior is very vibey. There's ample seating indoor and plenty more outside. The staff greeted me right away. There are kiosks by the entrance where you can place your order. I ordered the following: Blanquita (sushi) $15 Strawberry cream milk bun $4 Earl Grey matcha $8.50 My order was ready in ten minutes or less. The Blanquita is a spicy yellowtail & cucumber roll topped with yellowtail, Minnow salsa verde & green onion. It can be made gluten-free, which I requested. It was deelish! The early grey matcha was nice and balanced. I would get everything else again except for the milk bun. It was just okay in my opinion.

So this is a new spot in the area that I've been meaning to check out for a while. Still haven't…read moretried the matcha since I went for happy hour. The sushi is fresh and tasty and they had some good happy hour deals. The cocktails are all premixed but were still good. The indoor space is kind of chipotle style where you order and grab a number. They a nice little patio though with misters. Nice little spot that I'll go to again sometime.

Drinks and food were amazing! Sushi was very fresh and drinks change which is exciting. Our…read moreabsolute favorite was the Akira it was so delicious and definitely ordering this again when we come back! The aesthetic is so pretty and cute with limited seating which makes dinning feel for special! Service was amazing and very informative on the sushi and well informed on the drinks pairings with the food!

We came for their happy hour deal from 5-6PM, 20% off the bill (excluding a few items) and it was…read moreworth it! Their menu is limited with a daily specials board, but as someone who is indecisive, I appreciated this. What we ordered: Salty POG & Riding the Pine drinks: 8/10. These are cocktails but we asked for them to be made non-alcoholic (as lightweights lol). Very refreshing and fruity! The passionfruit flavor was good but every sip was either too salty or too sweet. Good to try and I can imagine this would be great as a cocktail. Aburi Salmon Belly Nigiri: 10/10. Biased because I love salmon belly and anything seared, so this was the ultimate perfect bite. So buttery and smoky. My favorite of the night! My friend ordered a scallop nigiri and she enjoyed hers too. Kinilaw: 6/10. This is a Filipino-inspired ceviche dish and it was good, however the fish was a little too tough and stringy for me. The rice paper crisps was a great component though and I liked the seasoning on it. Natsu Roll: 7/10. Delicate and bright flavors. On the lighter side and the yellowtail was fresh! The calamansi was a nice touch. Akira Roll: 9/10. My favorite roll out of the two we ordered. As a salmon lover, the spicy salmon was really good and the tamarind sauce was the highlight. Richer than the Natsu for sure, but far more flavorful and addicting. My friend noted that there was a little too much rice on this one. Overall, creative and innovative menu and good to try! We would come back for their happy hour. Service was great and we loved the modern and chic interior + bonus points for playing Tame Impala and indie pop/rock.

Jinya Ramen is one of those spots that just gets it right. Welcoming service from the jump, and the…read morespace delivers--plenty of seating, a solid bar, and a great patio when the weather's right. The ramen is rich and flavorful, but the real draw is happy hour (3-6pm) with a strong lineup of food and drinks that make it easy to linger. Bonus: right next to Paris Baguette for an easy coffee/dessert follow-up. Great vibe, great value, and an easy go-to--plus it's on InKind.

We walk in on a Sunday evening roughly 7pm party of 2. The place was not busy, but steady…read more The hostess was very nice and accommodating, she sat us and advises our waiter would be with us shortly. Our waitress comes to us and takes our drinks and orders. She came back to advise us that they were out of the cucumber salad. I ask if she could add something to my order (I wanted to add an egg to my ramen, not on the side but in the ramen) to which she acknowledged. Roughly 10 mins later, a new waiter brings me out an egg in a bowl! I politely told him I asked for it to be in my ramen, not as a side. He looks at me as if I've lost my mind, then asks if I want it in a to-go box... why?? I told him a second time, that I asked for it to be on my soup, the ramen! He walked away. Another 15 mins goes by and yet another server comes and brings out our food. Everyone around us is getting service, like multiple times, but we have yet to see our waitress. We asked a 3rd waiter if we could get sauces, which he brings out. We eat our food, and guess what...? Still no waitress. We finish our food and had to ask a fourth waiter for a to go box, and finally our waitress comes out and asks if we need anything, to which I tell her, no, we've already been taken care of! She walks away with what seemed like an attitude. Brings our check. Another 10 mins goes by and we don't see her... every other table is gettin their service from their waiters/waitress and we don't. So we get up and pay for our bill, ourselves at the hostess table. Our waitress comes up to take our bill, doesn't say anything at all. No, I'm so sorry I'm waiting multiple tables, or hey sorry I'm working both inside and outside, nothing. Besides the less than par service the food was really good!! If she would have at least communicated to us, how busy she was or is or anything, this would a be a totally different story.

I came here over 10 years ago when I lived off 3rd Avenue and Camelback. They were the 1st sushi…read moreplace to introduce me to fresh wasabi (it'll change your sushi experience). My car was having issues, set to go for repairs Friday. Thursday had to do some runs. Lyft to do my runs and I'm like I'm getting out the house. Sushi sounds like the plan. I pull up friendly Yelp and look to see if they are still around and they are. Lyft over and it doesn't disappoint, stellar sushi experience but it is on the higher cost side. I ordered the sea bass sashimi special, my favorite the cucumber special roll (just thought about it, this is the 1st place I had that roll). I order it at various places now. But what made my night was the Japanese old fashion. I'm going to see if I can find the simple syrup combo & make this at home it was amazing. I want to go back just for that flipping drink. The waiter was amazing. Fluffy Grandma recommends. 10 Flipping stars!!!

My wife and I celebrated our 24th Anniversary and decided on coming here. This was our first visit…read more This is authentic Japanese cuisine and every dish is perfection. We ordered a lot between us two, we wanted to indulge for dinner. Ambience inside is quaint with dim lighting. Large TV flat screen showing the Lakers playing the Celtics. Lakers got crushed sadly. The hostess, the servers, and the entire staff were exceedingly accommodating. They refilled my Ginger Ale without me asking, very nice and appreciated. The have a very extensive alcohol selection. Everything that was served to us was masterfully created, taste was a taste bud paradise. So I'm born and raised in Hawaii, I know there's mediocre sushi and than there are places like Hana Japanese Eatery. This place is like eating sushi in Hawaii, super fresh and delicious. See the pics I took. We ordered enough food for 5 people between my wife and I. We will be back again !!! This place has the absolute best customer service. They didn't overlook or forget anything, they provided extra napkins when they saw we needed some. They explained all the sauce profiles for the different dishes. Come to Hana Japanese Eatery and you will not be disappointed. This is your future fave sushi spot. This is officially my wife and I favorite sushi spot in Phoenix !!!

Such a great sushi spot! We ordered the miso soup and four rolls -- Crunchy California, Philly,…read morePink Lover, and Red Rosy -- and everything was delicious. The miso soup had great flavor and was loaded with ingredients, which I loved. The sushi honestly felt like it kept getting better with every roll. The Pink Lover was easily our favorite and absolutely phenomenal. The Red Rosy had a really good kick to it, the Philly tasted incredibly fresh, and the Crunchy California was delicious. The restaurant itself is small and cute with a cozy, dimly lit atmosphere in the evening. It was also quiet enough that we could easily have a conversation without having to talk over music or a loud dining room, which I really appreciated. We walked right in around 7 PM with no wait, and our server was incredibly kind and attentive. Parking is a little limited, but that's really the only downside I can think of. I would absolutely come back. Great sushi, cozy atmosphere, and I'm already looking forward to trying more of the menu!

I felt like the sushi was pretty good!…read more Really cute inside, wasn't too busy when we went and the staff were all very welcoming!

Had a great early evening experience at Obon. It was the…read moreweekend before Thanksgiving and the last full rainy day we had in Phx. After coming from the mall and running through the parking lot in the rain, we cozied up at the bar. It was a pretty intimate experience considering that there weren't many ppl inside. Our bartender gave some great suggestions, as it was my first visit. And we unknowingly came in during happy hour, WIN. I had the watermelon sake and my friend had the thaigers blood. For food we ordered the charred shishitos(the dipping sauce is SO GOOD), scallop crispy rice, maki, and the gyoza. I was thoroughly impressed and cannot wait to return.

There is not a single thing wrong with this place in my opinion. Service is top notch and keyante…read more(I hope that I did not butcher the spelling of his name) who took care of our table had recommendations galore. What my partner and I appreciated was the educational aspect of his service. He explained how their sushi differs from others, how the chefs go about creating their dishes, he also explained different key ingredients and how they alter the taste of dishes and so much more. You can tell he appreciates what he does and cares to learn about it all to make an experience for the customer worth while. The garlic fried chicken is so flavorful and crisp! The miso soup is full bodied in flavor and one of the best I've had. The dynamite shrimp is literally to die for and you want to lick the plate clean! I appreciated their cucumber salad with a sunomono take cause while it differed from a typical sunomono salad, this was so flavorful and packed with such refreshing tastes, it left you wanting more! I have not had a single bad dish here and I still have so much to try. The drinks are great too, my partner and I really enjoyed the Thai-gers blood and Pineapple Express. The atmosphere is amazing down from the decor to the architecture of it all. I urge others to try this place, as they truly care about the craftsmanship of cooking and making dishes come to life and providing you the ultimate dining experience. All I got a picture of was the dessert and that was the cherry on top recommendation from our kind server!