Decent food if you are looking for a change of pace in Toluca. Buffet had a bunch of different…read moreoptions and from what I tried they were good. Service was friendly and we were able to us Google Translate to communicate.

Great food, good prices, nice little gem!, You can place your order on phone and just go pick upread more

What a decadent experience! I was surprised the place wasn't packed, but we also were early for a…read moreSaturday. We made a reservation for 6:30 when they opened (though didn't need one). My group was 3 people and we all opted for a 7 course sampling of the chefs favs (one with just the fish option - pescatarian). Everyone was helpful and friendly, and we leaned on their expertise, because of course they know more about their food than we do. Each dish was more exciting than the last! We savored each of the courses and I can't wait to go back again.

Really good food and the service was impeccable. The sushi was very fresh and we really loved the…read moretocino jalapeno yakitori and the caldo de pollo. The ambiance is very chill with soft lighting and jazz.

Omg! We're already talking about what to order on our next visit…read more Had an early dinner (by local standards) at 6:30pm on a rainy Friday night. We were seated right away without a reservation. Loved the decor and the casual, intimate atmosphere. We tried the sashimi, vegetable gyoza, salmon don, wagyu beef, seafood fried rice, and finished with the chocolate cake for dessert. Everything was delicious. If I had to offer a critique, I'd say the wagyu was just okay--not bad, just okay. Deep respect to the kitchen for executing such a comprehensive menu. The consistency shines through not just in the high-ticket items but also in the staples like gyoza and fried rice.

A solid spot if you're looking for Japanese food. We walked in without reservation for a late lunch…read moreand found it wasn't busy. The weather was nice, so we sat in their covered patio area. You can scan the QR code to pull up the menu. It was in both Spanish and English. The menu was extensive, a little something for everyone. There was ramen, rice bowl, udon, sushi, sashimi, shabu, maki, nigiri, etc.   I tried the maguro mix don that had chu-toro, o-toro, and akami on top of white rice. This was a perfectly balanced meal. A good fatty texture on the sashimi. Rice to fish ratio was also good. It was refreshing from all the food we've been eating in CDMX. We all enjoyed our don and ramen.   Service was a bit slow regarding when our food came out but they brought out everyone's food at the same time. The restroom was clean as well. The indoor seating looks spacious. Overall, we enjoyed our meal here and would recommend this spot if you're looking for Japanese food in the Roma Norte area.

I've actually dined here on two separate occasions. The first time I came here with a couple of…read morepeople and we dined out on the sidewalk dining area. The second time today, I ordered just take out. I found myself with very little time after work, so I wanted to just buy sushi to take home. Overall I felt that the in-person experience was slightly better for a couple of reasons. The ambiance and the service. Tonight I ordered a sushi mix which included ten pieces of various types. I wish I remember the exact name of the platter. It was prepared for me right after I ordered it, and by the looks of it, it looks delicious. They had it prepared in about five minutes and now I cant wait to get home to give it a try.

Ordered this coconut curry noodle bowl at Koku in Condesa, and it hits exactly how you want it to…read more The broth is rich but not heavy, with that perfect balance between spice and creaminess from the coconut. The noodles soak it all in, and every bite feels layered without trying too hard. What I liked most is that it doesn't feel overcomplicated--just solid flavors done right. Comfort food, but with intention. Simple, warm, and very easy to finish without even noticing.

this location is my favorite, and the original! i ordered the gyoza and a california classic roll…read more im never disappointed by the service or food!

Ichiban indeed became 'the first' Japanese restaurant we ever visited in this lovely city, and it…read morehas since become our first choice in Japanese cuisine in Querétaro, and our point of comparison for all other Japanese eateries everywhere. Yes, it is that good. Everything on the menu is delicious: from the gyoza, tempura, and omusubi, all the way to the last pages that include the teriyaki bowls and makis, there is nothing that is not worth trying, and almost everything will make you want to order seconds. Here, the dishes that incorporate Unagui, or eel, are very special, and these alone merit a visit. With that characteristic sweet and savory flavor, the Unagui Especial roll is absolutely fantastic, and it can disappear with as much grace piece by piece as it's presentation on the plate. The Unagui Don is equally delicious, and might be a better choice if you are looking for something more filling, and are trying to not look like a complete glutton by ordering roll after roll of the Unagui Especial. The Nevado Especial roll is also a great and delicious choice, the Teriyaki Don is wonderful and delectable, and pretty much anything you order here is sure to be a delight to the palate. As a bonus, order a virgin Piña Colada for a sweet and refreshing drink that almost qualifies as a dessert. And so Ichiban remains as 'the first' in my list of Japanese comfort food. どうもありがとう!

Was in need of Asian food during our trip and this place didn't disappoint! The location is kind of…read moretucked away (nearby streets were closed for construction, Uber had to drop us off 2 blocks away and we walked. It wasn't a bad walk. Didn't opt for the omakase since my husband thought it was too much food for him. A la carte it was. We enjoyed all the food. Udon was great! I prefer udon over ramen since I like a cleaner and lighter broth. The portion was smaller than I expected, more like an appetizer size than an entrée size. Only nigiri I didn't quite liked was the geoduck, it had a fishy taste still (think aji). Would definitely return on a future trip.

We had a lunch reservation and went with the kaiseki course (rather than the sushi course). The…read morerestaurant is tucked away from the street, and there were some ramps/stairs we had to get through to reach the restaurant. I'd say that they've got service and presentation down pat. The quality of the food, I'd say, is pretty good too. We started with a persimmon tofu salad with crab, shrimp, and asparagus - very clean flavor, refreshing. Then an assortment plate with mackerel & ika, trout roe, seaweed-marinated egg, matsutake mushroom salad, cactus nigiri (yes, you read that right!), and wagyu cake. I was not impressed with the wagyu... it was lacking in flavor and a little on the chewy side. The cactus nigiri was interesting! I like that Chef Asai is trying to incorporate Mexican culture into his dishes. I've never had cactus before, but it had that crunchy texture and plant-like taste. We then had a sashimi course - akami, hotate, and striped jack all on one plate. I think I would have wanted these separate instead of all on one plate, but maybe that's just my preference. We also had wagyu shabu-shabu, which I enjoyed! Overall, it was a mix of good and decent, and I enjoyed our lunch here! Interesting take on kaiseki experience.

I came here for my birthday because I love to celebrate my birthday with a great omakase. I have…read morebeen to the Santa Fe location before but since this one is the OG one I wanted to try this one. From the outside it looks like a cute spot from Japan which makes you feel like you teleported and the decor on the inside was very cute. The service was so great, everyone was nice and answered all my questions. From the moment I step foot inside they welcomed me in Japanese and Spanish which really gave to the teleporting vibe. The chef who did my omakase was so nice I wish I remembered his name but you can see him in the picture. His style of omakase was amazing and as we got to the end it just kept getting better and better. He had my dad and I saying "wow" over and over again. One of the courses that blew my mind was the fatty salmon nigiri with shaved frozen foie gras which gave it the perfect buttery texture wow. To top it off he gave us a Wagyu nigiri with uni on top which is literally butter on butter and I was so amazed. The other chef said wait till you try the eel with the foie gras and WOW like it just kept getting better and better. I left sooo full I couldn't finish my dessert even though it was delicious and I felt like I was going to explode so we walked around reforma. Some people think omakase will not fill you up but it sure does! Thank you so much to the team of Rokai for making my birthday amazing !

This place was an absolute hit. Some of the best sushi I've had in months…read more They have plenty of outdoor dining, and friendly, prompt service. They have a pretty extensive menu ranging from cold dishes like sushi to hot dishes like Ramen and rice bowls from next door. We started with two appetizers, the Gyoza and the Shishito peppers. The shishito peppers were excellent, and had a flavor I had never quite experienced with them before from whatever sauce they were made in. They were very delicious. The Gyoza was also very tasty, and had a hint of ginger that was a nice addition. For my meal, I ordered a bunch of pieces of nigiri. Every piece came out perfectly fresh and incredibly made, for an absolutely delicious experience. We finished off with the Matcha tiramisu, a dish I wasn't even expecting to be so incredible. I would love to go back for it, although frankly I'd love to go back to this place for everything I ate tonight. We also shared the strawberry mochi, which was so good we ended up ordering a second one. I'm already looking forward to returning here. All of this that I mentioned, plus the rice bowl that my cousin ordered, was only $80. It is pricey, but less pricey than I was expecting.

Super extensive menu and cute indoor / outdoor seating. Dinner items were okay overall - would…read morerecommend the ramen and sushi.

Everything. Phenomenal. Everything we've eaten and drank here. My husband and I went after getting…read moremarried, and again for our anniversary. I'll make a point to go on any and every trip to Mexico City. Huge menu, but it can all be trusted! Super fresh, high quality seafood. Original review 6/29/2024: Everything was delicious. The sashimi tuna belly was exquisite. We had a whole fish, can't remember what it was called but it was great. Solid kao soi. My one reservation is that the menu is really big instead of being more focused. That being said, everything we ate was fantastic.