We really loved our server Jennifer ! She was very knowledgeable and had great recommendations of what to get! She was kind and patient with us and we are appreciative of her! The food was great and I felt like I got the hibachi experience . The shrimp was grilled and seasoned -- the veggies could've been seasoned more but still satisfying .. the steak was great too! Get the shrimp and steak combo ! read more

My food was bland and overcooked. There were not that many people that were in line at this restaurant. With that in mind, I don't understand why it took about half an hour for us to get our orders. Unfortunately the place needed to be wiped down in terms of tables and counters. This seems more like a place that you come get quick food if you don't care for the temperature of your protein and maybe it's after you've been out drinking and dancing so it all tastes good. I didn't even finish my steak and chicken bowl that I got because it was so overcooked and the sauce that they used was nasty. It felt like the rice was sitting for multiple hours and tasted kind of mildewy. All in all the next time I'm in Houston I will be skipping this restaurant. read more

I would think twice before ordering from This restaurant! I placed an order for a large and the portion was extremely small for the price I paid. They stated they changed the portions but no where on the ordering site does it state the size was updated. The food quality is no where near what it use to be. read more

Stick Talk - This is what the consider a large? - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

The best thing I can say about Stick Talk is that the portions are huge for a reasonable price. Their food is about average though but I haven't tried their meat options. The garlic noodles don't have the umami umphh that you would hope for so you're going to have to use that soy sauce packet if you're ordering out. I'm not a fan of their summer sauce either since it taste like straight up Frank's. It may be great on wings but definitely doesn't work with stir-fry. Location (used to be Saint Danes) and parking is a little awkward but I think you can also park in the lot across the street. read more

Stick talk is a solid place for late night cravings. I've been here multiple times, mostly after a night out. I really enjoy the spicy garlic butter and the spicy Yum Yum sauce. I usually get the shrimp with lo mein. The shrimp is seasoned very well, and usually the lo mein is cooked perfectly. I've only had one time where it tasted as if it had been sitting out for a while. The drinks are not too strong. The seafood eggrolls are a little bit too cheesy, not enough seafood in my opinion. The service is hit or miss. I've been many times and have had great service. It's also been times where I waited for someone to come to the table. The ambience is pretty chill. Like I said, I normally go late night so it isn't too crowded. The food comes out pretty quickly. I do recommend this place if you like a slight twist on hibachi! read more

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I wanted to go here for some time. Finally decided to check it out. It was a Friday night. It was pretty crowded. Service with the bartender was good. The food was horrible and now that I think about it when I look around, everybody pretty much was drinking they had a lot of DoorDash orders. I don't know what Keith Lee had when he went here but I don't want to go back to see. This isn't hibachi the vegetables seem like frozen vegetables from my bags. The noodles were not fresh noodles. The chicken was good, but that's it. read more

Stick Talk - Garlic Noodles - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Most recently and what prompted me to post this is I got an email about "Lunch Specials". I assume lunch specials are the regular portion of food. So the lunch shrimp "special" is actually $3 MORE than the LARGE Shrimp dinner. That means the Lunch Special Shrimp is $6 more than the Regular Shrimp Dinner portion. Reached out to corporate and got zero response. Feels like a scam. I actually really like the food here and have dined here numerous times. Their marketing is getting increasingly ridiculous. Recently, I went in for national margarita day because I received a TEXT and an EMAIL announcing $1.00 frozen margaritas ALL DAY - no end time was mentioned. Around 7:30pm (during the summer, very much still daylight) was told the special was only available earlier in the day. A normal restaurant would generally honor something they blasted you both via text, email and social media but no - was told "corporate" did it and the onsite manager was equally frustrated and couldn't control it. At least he was honest, other staff members made up reasons or were guessing. Lastly, this place offers 2 different sizes of frozen drinks and uses a short glass for one size, and a tall glass for the other size. They are literally both 12-14oz and yet priced differently. They might even be the exact same size, I have never measured. This place would get so many more stars if they could straighten out their promotions. As it is, I would never recommend this place to anyone because you don't know what the options are going to be when you arrive, the specials are actually not special and on multiple occasions this establishment has chosen not to honor specials. The food is actually really good. A little heavy handed on the seasoning but generally really good. Some of the best fried rice, great seafood eggrolls. Love that crawfish is a hibachi option. read more

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I'm always seeking places with plant-based and vegan options. This isn't the ideal place, but I did come here with family that wanted to try this spot. I was able to find veggie hibachi on the menu. The Bayou Breeze drink was pretty good if you like sweet drinks. read more

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Hmm, where to start? I learned about this place from IG and just seeing the pictures and videos of the food made me want to check this place out. After my workout today, I decided what good of time as any to give it a try. Located on the corner of a busy street and a "highway" off ramp sits (what looks like a renovated auto repair shop) turned restaurant (corner of Elgin and Brazos). Parking is beyond tight on a busy day and can be down right dangerous if pulling in because it's hard to maneuver your car if the most convenient slots to park are occupied. It's very tight!, Honestly, it may be best to back your car in for an easier exit when leaving. However, a word of caution, if you love your car even a little bit, take it easy and slow down pulling in to the lot. And if parking on the side nearest the "highway" exit ramp (and, dumpster), say a little prayer your car doesn't get hit trying to get situated because there is a blind spot. Today they must have been short staffed because there was no one at the register, and waiting for someone to finally come and check on those of us coming in the door took a minute, so bring your patience with you. No warm welcomes or anything like that so if that's what you're looking for, it may not happen. There are no signs to let you know what to do if you are a first-timer ( like I was), so here's a heads up - if dining in, go ahead and find a seat where you're comfortable, they (eventually) come to you. They also offer pick up and carry out. The restaurant is small so seating is limited. They have in door and patio seating (and the patio area is small as well). Though there was not a lot of staff, when someone did come to my table to take my order they were pleasant. Shout out to you, Jennifer, for being gracious. I ordered the Bayou Breeze Magarita and Chicken Habachi (dine in) and the Seafood Eggrolls (take home). For $42 the portions were average yet filling. The food is the STAR of the show and that star is bright! It was delicious and flavorful, just plan yummy, and the margarita was refreshing and balanced. The food/drink makes me take back my initial 3 rating back and giving a solid 4. It has a redeeming quality to it. I do understand how it can be when staff is short handed, they did the best they could, considering. It is definitely worth a try and a return visit. So, if going, keep these things in mind and you'll enjoy yourself, if nothing else, your tastebuds will thank you! Bon Apetite! read more

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Pros: food, drinks, and service (Summer & Xavier) Cons: Parking and music/ambiance While parking isn't ideal (small lot, more parking across a busy intersection on an unpaved lot) The music is truly horrendous. It was a nonstop, loud cross between Vegas day party vibes and shopping in Macy's. read more

Everything was good! I was greeted as soon as I entered with my son. She learned his name and used it often. She was very understanding of his autism and was super sweet. The food was tasty but expensive. For the money I paid, I could've gotten more at pappaduax seafood kitchen Cons: I came for the happy hour that I heard about on instagram but found out that they stopped doing it so, I ended up paying $70 for two appetizers and my main dish. The drink was extra and this didn't include gratuity. Parking lot is small as well. read more

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Where have you been all my life?! I knew I needed to try some Houston Hibachi while I'm in town. I saw videos on Instagram about Stick Talk Cajun Hibachi. Hibachi Burrito and Strawberry Egg Roll touched my soul. The Fruit Loop daiquiri was super cold and tasty. The bartender/server was very helpful. The Asian theme is everywhere. Definitely coming back soon! read more

Seen this on IG. And decided to grab lunch from here. Double up combo salmon and crawfish with fried rice and veggies. Taste is good, texture is Great. I love the little crisp outer layer of the salmon. Portion size is very good. Came extremely hungry, got very full of half. Its $40. (Menu has a typo) salmon ($5) and filet mignon ($8) is NO additional cost. No military discount No loyalty rewards Added on 20% service fee, even for a party of one. Doesn't matter if you dining in or order to go. The same order is $20 on weekdays before 3pm. That'll be the only time I'll order this again. Menu has a typo and double up combo is included on weekday deals too read more

Stick Talk - Double Up Combo salmon with crawfish tails - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Truly "UrbAsian" This is were Urban and Asian food unite. I arrived here right at opening which is perfect for seating at the bar and before the crowd. This place packs out extremely fast, so get there and get in. The menu doesn't really provide a large Vegan selection, however that does not mean it's not possible. I simply explained my diet to the server and she did the rest of course with the help of the chef. Upon the collaboration of the server and the chef, I was delivered a veggie fried rice prepared in design for me, because whatever secret seasonings that are being used they peaked my tastes buds for the next bite. The rice and mix of veggies caused me to have an unrelenting desire to eat every grain, morsel and awaiting remnant of liquid from this dish. The veggie had a slight char flavor and tastes as if marinated over night only to be mixed into a bed of rice, just right! Parking is limited in front of the building, however that's covered by a parking lot with large letters letting you that diagonally across the street there's additional parking for the restaurant. Bonus info: I would like to note the fact that they have both indoor and outdoor seating. Also the noise does pick up as the crowd does, however there is always the option of outdoor seating. Please read the menu as it states gratuity included, although you can always add a little more. So, until the next one, Bye- Bye! read more

Stick Talk - Veggie Fried Rice - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This used to be a great place and the quality has drastically declined. Last time I ordered my rice had hard pieces and a chunk of chicken was half cooked. I went back in to let them know the rice was still hard either raw or burnt I couldn't tell. Even though I had a raw piece of chicken I didn't complain about that because as a small business owner I understand the cost of having to take a loss on more costly inventory like meat. I simply asked the rice be replaced with properly cooked rice. They replaced it after a long wait. In the meantime I was spoken to like an inconvenience meanwhile some last minute customers walk in and try to order alcohol and the guy and the register is extra nice to those people and even gives them free lemonade while they wait for their food. I only overheard because I was in line waiting to purchase a lemonade while I waited on my food. And I was charged the almost $8 for the same 3 drinks he gifted the guy he was flirting with. When the food came he slides it in the counter at me and says try it before you leave in a ugly way as if I were his child. The part I tried was super hot and steamy so it seemed fine. After I left and sat to eat it still had hard pieces scattered in the bowl. It's sad the quality and service has declined. Which is probably why they can no longer afford servers because experiences like that will definitely run off loyal customers. I won't be back that's for sure. I drove nearly an hour because it used to be my favorite. I will not waste my hard earned money to be treated that way. read more

I've been wanting to try this restaurant for months and finally had the opportunity for a friend's birthday on Saturday. Please WATCH YOUR STEP! there is a big safety hazard at the door to walk out to the patio and other sitting area that they inappropriately covered up with a rug and no signage. There is a large dip or crater in the floor. My friend was wearing heels and literally twisted her ankle when she stepped in the crater. We told the manager about it and it was laughed and shrugged off at first saying that she herself has tripped in that area. Then when we further pursued the issue she offered my friend a shot. There needs to at least be signage to watch your step and to cover that hole with some ply wood or something. Then We sat down and half the menu was not available. The waitress said there was no filet mignon, shrimp or lobster. Had I not been there with a big group, I would have left. Half your menu or your combinations aren't even available. The birthday boy still wanted to stay. I ordered a 8 wings (half sriracha peach and half honey garlic) for an appetizer and a double combo rice plate with Salmon and Ribeye. You can choose rice or lomein noodles. It comes with Hibachi veggies (onion, carrot, zucchini and peppers) and 1 sauce. You pay $1 for each additional sauce you want. I mixed the spicy yum yum (mayo based) and spicy garlic butter sauces. Since there wansnt any shrimp, they replaced it with crawfish for the Stick Talk Combo. We waited a long time for our wings when other appetizers came out one by one. The wings wound up coming with the rest of our food. So basically not an appetizer. I did not like the sriracha peach flavor. The honey garlic was good. The hibachi plates are expensive but at least they give you heavy portions. So you definitely can eat at least twice. I took half home. The salmon had good seasoning and the food tasted good. The sauces were good but do not expect spicy. There was nothing spicy about any of the sauces. I had a blue raspberry lemonade which was really good. Sweet and tart at same time. Parking is very limited in front of the restaurant but they do have an open gravel lot across the street. Automatic 20% gratuity gets added to your check. The food was good and I wanted to give more stars. I could not because of the huge safety hazard and the fact that half the protein options were missing. The staff are fully aware of this safety hazard which is the sad part. Their own staff is tripping on this hole. My friend could not wear her heels the rest of the night and luckily she had some flats in the car and I had ibuprofen to help her swelling ankle. read more

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I ordered the Stick Talk Combo & my husband ordered the wings. He said the wings could've been crispier but they were pretty good! So for a stick talk combo ($45) & 8 wings ($10) & the 20% ($11) gratuity (which was the price of 8 more wings,) it was $70. Portion size was okay, I personally don't think it's worth the price though. I feel like you're moreso paying for the concept. Pros: Came around 10pm on a Thursday night. It's a small location but it's a vibe. They were playing R&B and it was pretty clean. Food was cooked to order and came out in 20 min. The food was hot! Fried rice has a good flavor! Cons: They charge a 20% auto gratuity. This spot is not worth it for that. We didn't actually get served anything. We placed a to go order and was still subject to it, not a fan. Shrimp, vegetables & chicken were just okay. read more

Stick Talk - Stuck Stick Talk Combination Plate - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

The food was really good (ordered eggrolls and one of the combos). Problem was that the service was minimal at best. Took a while to get a menu after sitting down for 5 min. Didnt get a refill on water. I mean i guess its fine to be non interactive with your customers if thats the kind of place you want to run (like a food truck), but dont then have the audacity to auto charge 20% gratuity. read more

I think that three stars is the perfect rating to give this place. I already knew upon arrival that this wouldn't be a super authentic hibachi restaurant and so it definitely met my expectations and therefore did not disappoint me at all. I felt like the chicken and steak wasn't exactly prepared the way that I usually expect when I order hibachi at more authentic restaurants, but it was still tasty. I also like that, they had a choice between Yum Yum sauce and spicy Yum Yum sauce because Yum Yum sauce is basically my favorite sauce. I like that they added a twist to it if that's something that you would like to try out. I did try the spicy Yum Yum sauce and I did enjoy it. I got the fruit loop drink which was actually pretty good as well. They also played good music and our server was extremely nice and accommodating. She was really helpful and seemed to have a very positive and welcoming spirit. Overall I didn't have a bad time. I just wouldn't say it was amazing either and I'm not sure if I would come back. read more

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Decided to finally visit Stick Talk, randomly, one week night. I chose the location near Montrose. I loved the creative ambiance with the mirrored walls and Asian decor. The restaurant was pretty much empty when I went. It seems they had mostly to go orders in process. Please keep in mind that they do not have the chefs actually cooking in front of you. Everything is brought from the back kitchen. I think they should consider incorporating this feature at a later date. I mean what's hibachi without the fire grill in front of you?! I love a GOOD hibachi experience lol. I had not had hibachi in so long! Service was good, even sparked up a conversation with the bartender about various lemon drops lol. I ordered the salmon and shrimp with garlic butter on the side. It was really good! Portions were plenty. I took my leftovers home and enjoyed the following day! read more

Stick Talk - Salmon and shrimp combo plate - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

We went on a Sunday after a Texans game. We had just seen a segment on the restaurant, as it had been what Simone Biles wanted as her first meal after the Olympics. The service was fine, but pretty slow. The atmosphere is nothing special, but everyone is packed in closely together. The seafood egg rolls were amazing, that might be all I ordered next time. I really enjoyed the sauces. The meal would have been pretty boring without the sauces, but it made everything delicious. Parking was difficult. It was good, but there are so many great restaurants, I'm not rushing to go back, but it is tasty. read more

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I was visiting Houston with some friends and decided to give this place a try as it wasn't too far from where we were staying. I ordered the shrimp entree with garlic noodles and spicy yum yum sauce. The food was a large portion and decent, I would give it a 6/10. The only caveat is that we ate outside and there were some for legged furries (rats) trying to make friends with us. Do what you will either that information. I probably won't come again but it was a fun experience. read more

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Came here for the 1st time. Cute! Parking lot was full. There is parking across from the restaurant. Can't help but notice the Tesla promo truck & TWO food trucks taking up valuable spots from paying customers in the tiny lot. Ordered frozen drinks; wings appetizer; and hibachi plates. The wings were delish! Well seasoned and good ranch for dipping. We loved our frozen drinks. The hibachi plates were delicious. The sauces came out cold so they didn't really add anything. My soy garlic tasted more like a chilled teriyaki. I ordered garlic butter that came out cold & whipped...whyyyy give me cold whipped butter w/my warm hibachi plate? No idea. But...Listen...the music played was a loud aggressive pop the likes of some local mall on a Black Friday morning. It was so out of place from the food and decor. It was jarring & relentless. Song after song after song...no variety. We sat on the cute patio. The music killed our vibe. The food & drinks were good though! Our server Summer was A1! read more

Stick Talk - Lemon pepper wings - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

The food has never let me down lol and is always a staple when I visit Houston. We popped in for a quick bite over the weekend and it wasn't crowded surprisingly. I was able to park across the street in the overflow parking but the walk is simple and easy. Our server was friendly, checked on us and made sure we didn't need anything throughout our entire stay. The portions here are epic and another reason why I like to visit. read more

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Xavier was great! Delicious food. Got the chicken bowl with spicy yum yum sauce & regular lemonade. 10/10 read more

Stick Talk - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

It's a. Really small place on the corner, you can miss it but they have their food truck outside. Be careful in the parking lot you can barely pull in. The inside is clean, there was two servers and the server I had seemed to be responding slowly as if he was on pills or something that doesn't have him functioning at 100 percent. He wasn't attentive at all and barely came to check on me. The Restuarant was small and only me and two other customers were dining in. So there was no reason for them not to check. The take out people were upset because the servers were confused lol. There is a service fee of 20% already included and boy I see it's because they aren't attentive. So no tips were left The sauces they use were nasty except the yum yum sauce it's the best one. I used it on my egg rolls! read more

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Stick Talk is a Houston favorite that puts a fun twist on hibachi with a Cajun flair. The cool Chinese diner-style decor inside adds a unique vibe, and there's also an outdoor patio if you prefer dining al fresco. Parking can be a bit tight in the front lot, but luckily there's an additional lot across the street. The staff is always friendly, though they sometimes seem a bit distracted, doing their own thing. The drinks are good and strong, and the food is consistently delicious, making it a reliable spot to satisfy your hibachi cravings. Stick Talk is definitely worth a visit if you're looking for something flavorful and fun in Houston. read more

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Portion was great for the price of $15. Flavor was good! I would've been okay with the wait but unfortunately, my food wasn't hot. Cold around the edges and warm in the middle. The server was cool. Maybe it's better to come here in the evenings because I did come around opening (Noonish). Overall, cool spot! read more

Stick Talk - Large Chicken w/ veggies. - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Late night hunger pains while driving through the area. The food truck outside caught my attention , so I decided to give it a try. The place is a decent size with seats along the bar, about 6 tables on the interior and outdoor seating. I person placing the order wasn't the most helpful as she was on her AirPod on a personal call while taking my order. After getting my receipt I noticed there is an additional 20% fee which is ridiculous in my opinion. The food was plain but with the added sauce it took it up a notch. Overall the place is what I'd expect based on the target audience after seeing their marketing. read more

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This review is my experience of Late May 2024!! Past 1:00 AM, the parking lot may appear dim, but the white interior and internal lighting provide guidance. Upon arrival, my companion and I were not acknowledged by the two employees present. However, the rowdy group of girls who entered after us received a warm greeting. After examining the menu, we observed that the prices of this establishment were steep. Despite the lackluster customer service, the distinctive Cajun hibachi meal was enjoyable. My fiancé's addition of crawfish to his hibachi prompted a twinge of jealousy on my part. While the portion size was generous, I found the $50 price tag for a hibachi bowl hard to swallow. I do intend to revisit this establishment to explore more budget-friendly options. read more

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Long time Yelpers for me. I'm happy to be Yelping again to make life a Foodie. Here I chose Stick Talk Cajun Hibachi on Elgin. Was told it was a foodie truck prior to a year now. Was amazed by the all the IG post and the following it had of this place, so I had to check it since I was already in the city. Got here, and was recommended the Stick Talk Combo included shrimp, ribeye, chicken with fried rice. Choice of sauce separated added on the side, sweet heat teriyaki. And a 8pc wing, the honey garlic. Well let's just say the seasoning in the Hibachi bowl could of been more saucier with a 3 meat rather than having to add my sauces to flavor it. Had to add soy sauce for more flavor and the sweet heat. Rice was plain. The portions are worth there price. But other Hibachi around town taste better based on where I been. The honey garlic wings weren't hitting as I was recommended that as well. More like a burn taste than the actual flavor. The hypnotic lemonade was very good compared to everything I had. Was recommended that as well. I would say if this was still a foodie truck then the concept would dominate for this type of business and hype on social media. But I've had better around town Hibachi. No flames, no whistles, no entertainment at your order, and the same price like Shogun and Benihana's at 45.00 dollars on average and up, with no experience or expectations. Felt like Panda Express but with bigger Buzz. A 3 stars here only. For the Concept, Originality, and Customer Service was why this rating only. But if a food truck business it would be a 5 star I think. I never experienced the food truck side to this place. But that idea of a food truck probably is what's missing, not a restaurant feel Concept to be honest. read more

smallest portion of food for 25 dollars, very disappointed in the pricing for some fried rice.

Xavier was a in EXCELLENT WAITER...!! When you come and ask for him...!! The overall restaurant is a family vibe and the food of course is on point. Make sure you try the the seafood eggs. read more

E-man took really good care of us and all the food was perfectly seasoned. We had the tempura shrimp, various flavored wings, and a combination platter with ribeye, shrimp and chicken. Everything was fantastic and the service was impeccable! As a first timer, I was thoroughly impressed.. Hope they keep it up! read more

The seafood eggrolls were amazing! We liked everything we got I got the garlic noodles with my salmon. My company got chicken with the rice they do have margaritas alcoholic drinks. We did not partake. Bar area and the inside is very beautiful and has a few photo options. Service was great read more

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The ambiance is so beautiful and unique so we were excited for this place and had high expectations. Unfortunately they were not met by any means. The service is an automatic 20% charge and our waitress was very inattentive. One of the people at our table didn't get their food until 30 minutes after everyone else. It took over an hour for the food to come out also. When the food finally came out my seafood (crab, crawfish tails, and shrimp) was fishy and missing the rice. the crab legs were so small and it was so much effort for even the smallest bit of meat. Everybody else at the table agreed that their food could have been better. The chicken hibachi plate was good according to one of our party members, but everything took so long to come out her chicken was cold when it arrived. Hopefully it was just an off day or a busy moment for them. It was 2:00 pm on a Sunday and we didn't end up leaving until 4:45 because of the long wait. read more

Stick Talk - This was the dirty rice. It came with crawfish tails and it was very fishy. I love seafood but it was so fishy I left it on the table. - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Stick Talk had been on my list for sometime and I was excited to try them out. Service was kind of slow & some items weren't available like the slush & Shrimp tempura I think due to power outages. We opted for the Salmon Crudo as an appetizer instead & it was my favorite! Eat bite was flavorful and the juice from the orange blended perfectly in the taste. I'd return just for that read more

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My family and I were downtown and decided to dine here for a good meal. First impression all the tables that were available were dirty. It took the waitress a long time to take our order. I literally had to flag a waiter down to ask if someone was gonna take our order . When the food came out, I must admit I was not impressed at all. If anyone has ever been to a hibachi restaurant, you know flavors are important. They lacked in flavor on so many different levels starting with the fried rice and veggies. Always check your receipt. This restaurant tried to charge me an additional fee without my consent. I wished I read the reviews before coming. Reviews are so important. I was disappointed so this was a no for me! read more

Parking was across the street from a busy intersection. Ambience was good. Music was turned up on at the patio which made it hard to hear the waiter. The wait staff was friendly & efficient. The seafood egg rolls were delicious. The dipping sauce that accompanied the egg rolls was heavy on the mayonnaise. Honey garlic wings were FREAKIN AMAZING!!!! (Favorite dish) Turf & Turf (regular size). It was just ok. The chicken was cooked perfectly, the steak was thin & over cooked for my taste. Fried rice tasted like it was tossed with butter & soy sauce (disappointing). read more

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Jennifer was a great waitress! Food was phenomenal, & atmosphere was great! Highly recommend trying it out!