Grabbed some lunch here. Had a few people during lunch time to fill out the restaurant…read more I forgot photos but I also got a pork gyoza and cali roll. Both were very good and didn't stand a chance. I'll need to head back over for happy hour to check out the cocktails

Full Moon Izakaya was a fun little find! The atmosphere immediately caught our attention the place…read morewas clean, inviting, and the anime decor throughout was such a cool touch. Definitely a vibe for anime lovers! Food-wise, we started with the gyoza and they were delicious. Perfectly cooked and even better dipped in the ponzu sauce! We also tried the sushi flight, which was a great way to sample a few different flavors. Overall, I really enjoyed it, although the eel was probably my least favorite of the flight just personal preference. The crispy tuna rice was easily the star of the meal! Crispy, flavorful, and the textures worked so well together. I would 100% order that again. The ramen, however, was just okay for me. It wasn't bad or inedible, but the broth was lacking that rich, deep flavor I look for in a good bowl of ramen. A little more depth and seasoning would really take it to the next level. The service was honestly one of the highlights. Our waiter was super friendly, cool, and attentive without hovering, which I always appreciate. Overall, there were definitely more hits than misses. The great service, fun atmosphere, and crispy tuna rice are enough for me to give Full Moon Izakaya another try. Next time, I'll be exploring more of the menu!

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!!!

Hana's revisited: we are still enjoying our dining experience at Hana. It's integrated in the…read morefoodie culture of our group of friends. We love to come here because: sushi and food are delicious; very friendly staff (Lynn & Maki ); authentic cuisine & ambience. There are moments we felt like being back in Tokyo or Kyoto, but we know (some of) the staff by name. It's almost like coming home for home make meals. We are here for the food and to be with friends with a familiar feeling. That's the best thing in the world! Cheers & Kudos Hana's Team !

Our favorite place for ramen, so comforting! Small seating around 12 tables, but quick service so…read moreturn around is pretty quick.

I got the tonkatsu ramen and it was really good. The staff are super welcoming and the atmosphere…read moreis friendly. Definitely come try!

Beautiful restaurant inside and great food I recommend!!!! Large menu with a great happy hour to…read morechoose from good variety for any guests you bring that don't like sushi

Impeccable service, very kind attentive workers. beautiful environment. great food for a great…read moreprice. they deserve the buisness!

I think a 4-5 fits. We had a good experience…read more Arrived on a Thursday with a reservation for 440pm. We were sat right away with a group. Wasn't crowded at all for the dinner area but the bar was packed. They have happy hour. By 6 pm it was full and packed everywhere. Parking is plentiful. We did the chicken shrimp and the New York strip. The mushroom soup is very delicious, the salad dressing felt like it was missing something. The rice was phenomenal so yummy and full of flavor. I like their ginger seafood dipping sauce, but I absolutely cannot stand Dijon taste, and that's what they use for their meat, a mustard sauce. I really wish there was an alternative. The meat seemed to be cooked well and the steak to my boyfriend's liking, flavor was good. We got Lucky to try a sample of the Seabass and holy moly!!! literally melting butter in your mouth! Definitely regretful for our choices and next time we come in, it's Seabass all the way no fishy taste, again just melts in your mouth I wasn't in the mood for the pineapple Dole Ice Cream a bit sweet but definitely can be refreshing from the heat. I got their salmon sushi, and it was good and a decent cut (5$ each on happy hour) My boyfriend got their Japanese whiskey and he enjoyed it. He just said there was a lot of ice. There was one open seat at our table, and I couldn't imagine squeezing another person in. there was even a child sitting at our table and it still felt like we were on top of each other. Not much room at all with your drinks, appetizers, and dinner plates. The show the cook put on was fun and entertaining. Service was very friendly and attentive.

The Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos were perfect as a light dining snack. The wonton shell has a nice crunch…read more Needing more, we shared an "FWB" (Friend w Benefits) roll. Always a good option, as are the Chicken Gyoza steamed. Kasai packs in an event/celebration type crowd in the Japanese Steakhouse area. The separate bar area remains a dating and couples scene. Interesting to observe. Jack and the bartender team are top of the service game!

Where do I even begin!? The aesthetic is so relaxed and cozy, ambience on point! The…read morefood----UNREAL! I don't even have words. JUST LOOK AT THE PICTURES AND vid! Drooling as I look at it again! My server was so sweet & made the experience! Ordered: Garlic Knockout Ramen (spicy & rich in flavor) 6 added slices of duck (recommend cooked well done) Sparkling white peach Moshi (sparkling soda) *I recommend asking for salty, if you're a salty person like me! ;) Pricey, so come ready to be cashy!

We came in around 2pm on a Saturday, and Mensho was not busy at all. We were seated quickly and met…read morewith a friendly face! The interior is beautiful and I could imagine it'd be a fun place to go on a date. We ordered the fried shitake mushrooms as an appetizer... I highly recommend! It was unlike anything - so light and salty and addictive! And it wasn't too filling when shared. Everyone at the table ordered the Garlic Knock Out ramen with an added egg. The broth was super thick and rich with the most garlic flavor I've ever had in a bowl of ramen. It had tree roots on top, which I could've gone without. The sous vide chicken was so tender, but I heard they used to give chashu with the bowl before. Overall, my fam had a great experience here and most likely will be returning!

Cherry Blossom Noodle Cafe was absolutely fantastic! The food and service were both excellent from…read morestart to finish. The ramen broth tasted authentic and rich, not artificial like you find at some places. The pork in the ramen was incredibly tender, flavorful, and practically melted in my mouth. I also ordered the spicy salmon rolls, and they were outstanding--fresh, delicious, and packed with flavor. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made the entire experience even better. The small atmosphere and being able to see the staff making your dishes as well also adds to a great vibe. If you're looking for authentic ramen and great sushi in Phoenix, I highly recommend giving Cherry Blossom Noodle Cafe a try. I'll definitely be coming back!

Not the best experience. The restaurant closes at 10pm. But they kicked us out at 9:30! Really…read morerude and inappropriate on the wait staff. I've served in restaurants for 20 years, at elite places such as, Hillstone along with Chelsea's Kitchen and Buck and Rider, and I am appalled by the behavior of the staff tonight. I discourage anyone from coming into this place. The service is underrated. And as a paying customer, enjoying a meal with a friend, I am very disturbed that they would kick us out before closing time. This lady walks around and says "closed, closed" and starts turning off all the lights. I said "Oh the website says you close at 10pm" and the lady with the top knot bun and glasses said "yeah, but no one is in here so we are closed." Ummm we were in there. Poor hospitality on their part. Not worth it. Go somewhere else. Sushi Michi on 16th st & Bethany, or Full Moon Izakaya Sushi and Ramen, is way better and they don't close earlier because they didn't have any walkins at the point, nor do they kick people out before closing time. Also when we left a car had just pulled up to grab dinner. Turning away customers is poor ethics on behalf of Cherry Blossom. No wonder no one goes here and everything is so out dated. ALSO I had asked for a wine sample to decide which wine I wanted and our waitress said "we don't do samples". Okay well every other restaurant I've been to and worked at has samples. What a way to miss a sale. Wine was $15 a glass. Wouldn't you want that to improve your check average? These people are turning away money. So sad

I showed my wife pictures from yesterday so we returned together today for another extraordinary…read moremeal. Think she was jealous but she didn't disclose it (yes, dear reader, she did). We started with steamed and salted edamame, perfectly prepared. Dining two straight days in a row in the same restaurant isn't something I often do. This time was great! We then ordered bluefin sashimi, salmon and yellowtail sushi, a tako (spicy octopus) salad and their beautiful seafood poke salad. What a variety of fresh fish and clean eating. Again the service was wonderful, the chefs provided expert advice and plates, and our experience was outstanding. Each bite was truly its own unique delight! What fresh great quality. Oh and for dessert: one more order of the absolute best yellowtail sashimi we've ever tasted. Couldn't resist.

I know I'm in the minority here because Hiro Sushi is clearly a beloved Scottsdale institution, but…read moreafter finally trying it for the first time, I left feeling like it just wasn't for me. I stopped in at 5 p.m. sharp on a Thursday, and there was already a line out the door. That said, getting a table for one wasn't a problem. The atmosphere is definitely rambunctious. It was extremely loud and energetic, although no one was being disorderly. Personally, I found it unpleasant. I ordered a spider roll, which is a longtime favorite of mine across different states and restaurants. Unfortunately, Hiro's version didn't work for me. It came with a mayonnaise-style sauce that wasn't listed on the menu, and I've never encountered that preparation on a spider roll before. The pieces were also unusually large and awkward to eat. I would have preferred more moderate, bite-sized portions. I also found the pricing to be on the high side compared with other sushi spots; that applied across the board, from appetizers to rolls. I'm glad I finally gave Hiro Sushi a try. It just wasn't a match for my personal preferences. Three stars for me, but clearly a Scottsdale favorite for many.

* Food: Rated 10 out of 10 for high quality * Ambience: Calm…read moreand relaxing, great for a chill time * Service: Friendly and efficient staff.

The food was actually very good, which makes the experience even more disappointing because the…read moreservice was absolutely horrible. We were a party of 12 visiting on vacation, and none of us are from the area. We ordered spam musubi and a chicken skewer as appetizers. Both appetizers arrived well after our entrees had already been served and we had essentially finished eating. Each time we asked about them, we were repeatedly told, "They're coming." Mind you, these are simple appetizers that should not take anywhere near that long to prepare. When we asked for the third time, we finally asked that the appetizers be cancelled since we had already finished our meal. At that point, the gentleman working the front area , tall, with red hair, loudly yelled from across the restaurant, in an extremely rude and confrontational tone, "It's already on the grill!" There was absolutely no reason to speak to paying customers that way. His response was unprofessional, unnecessary, and honestly created a very hostile and uncomfortable feeling during what should have been an enjoyable dinner, especially while our group was on vacation and simply trying to enjoy a meal together. When the appetizers eventually came out, we left them sitting there because we were already done eating and ended up taking them to go. He eventually told us they would be removed from the bill, which we appreciated, but that did not excuse the way the situation was handled. Again, the food was good, but good food does not make up for poor service and especially not for an employee speaking to customers in an aggressive and disrespectful manner. Management should seriously address how customers are treated, because the interaction with this particular employee overshadowed what could have otherwise been a good dining experience for our party of 12.

This is our go to Sushi restaurant. Great lunch and Happy Hour Specials…read more My son insisted on lunch at "The Zu" for his birthday today. He had the new Waygu Beef Surf and Turf Roll. Real Waygu from Japan!!! It was outstanding. Gavin the Manager is always a great host. Go there and enjoy!

Always great food. Culmination of multiple visits;…read more Alex is our Man, his service is exceptional, helpful, pleasant & friendly. Today we had Klara as our server; very good server. What a smile! Klara visited the table immediately asking for the drink order, returned for the appetizer or dinner request, he timing & efficiency is top not notch. Restaurant was fairly empty on arrival, a large group came in, a few other tables filled up, Klara handled it solo! Great job, awesome food & stunning server.