As always food is 4/5 or 5/5 Service 3.5/5 today ! Ambiance is 3/5 Honestly restrooms can use a face lift but you can tell they cleaned it, just not that appealing with the floor grout being black but sink n toilet is clean. This is the type of place that serves more Japanese traditional food items vs the Americanized items, you won't find cream cheese or anything outside the Japanese dishes. read more

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This was a nice mom and pop restaurant. Limited hours and seating. Seating: 4 booths, 4 tables, and the rest is sushi bar seating for ~8 people but it's very tight so you are rubbing elbows with other parties seated at the sushi bar as well. It was a 45-hour wait to be seated. If you seat at sushi bar minimum 4 rolls per person. They are pretty quick to get your order, your drinks, and food. We ordered the Matsu sashimi plate, Matsu-sushi plate, and Mixed tempura. After the 45 minute wait we were pretty hungry so we slurped up the miso soup which was a nice balance of salty and tofu / seaweed bits. We also had a bowl of white rice to split. In all it was a pretty expensive purchase to still be hungry in another 2 hours but I'd say it was a positive experience. Tips: come immediately before they open to get in line otherwise expect to wait a while before you get seated so don't come starving otherwise you'll be hangry or want to skip all together for faster service because the seating is very small. Parking is very limited behind restaurant otherwise you're trying to find side street parking. Overall would come back again read more

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Very good, no fuss Japanese restaurant. I've been coming for well over a decade and it's still just as good! It's not cheap but the portion sizes are good and the fish always tastes fresh! My favorites are the scallop and sweet shrimp. The wait can get quite long at times and the only option is to put your name down in person. read more

This was my parent's favorite sushi spot, so I have to give them a 5 five star! I've been there a few times myself and it's a solid sushi spot that is truly authentic. Whenever I'm back in this area, I do my best to stop by! read more

Neighborhood gem! If you're looking for a traditional Japanese restaurant that serves nigiri, this place is your spot! The menu is pretty simple - there's bentos, udons, dons, some appetizers, and an ala carte nigiri and handroll menu. There's no fancy rolls, and the menu is unpretentious. Fish is fresh and the sushi portion is solid. 8 pieces was just the right amount for me. The restaurant doesn't sit that many people. Servers are attentive. read more

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Did I...just came across a local hidden gem?! I was looking for a restaurant I've never been to for lunch and decided to come here. There is plenty of street parking and limited parking lot in the back. I stopped by 10 mins before opening and there was already a line. I noticed the crowd is much older so this is probably a local's favorite. Suddenly it was a whole crowd coming into the restaurant at the same time. The waitresses must be overwhelmed! Despite having a full house and yes, service can be a bit slow, but they are very nice and polite. Food is good and price is affordable. Old school vibes. The only complaint I have is that rice is too clumpy and mushy. I absolutely enjoyed the potato salad on the side. I'm not sure if they are this busy everyday, if so, expect a wait. I'd stop by again and try different items on the menu. read more

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Small Japanese Restaurant which holds 46 people. We went on a Wednesday at 12:15pm. Found the last parking spot in the back and walked in to get seated. Place was packed but fortunately we were first in line and a table was just clearing. We were seated in 5 minutes. We heard good about this place so we wanted to give it a try. Service was great. Waitresses were very attentive to our needs and we were served very fast. I ordered the 2 combo lunch special Tempura and Salmon Teriyaki Plate ($20.00). It comes with miso soup to start. The miso was solid. The tempura was perfectly made. Crunchy texture and juicy in the inside. The salmon was cooked perfectly and the rich oily skin was wonderful. I think I found a winner. Coming back for more in the future. read more

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Tempura here is EXCELLENT! Taihei is an OLD school sushi restaurant located in Monterey Park, CA. It's family owned and run by Japanese chefs and staff. Established in1983. No frills restaurant. No fancy or fusion rolls. Just the traditional style sashimi/nigiri/roll made well! The technique at Taihei are meticulous, meaning in my opinion each piece of sushi and roll is made with such skill and precision. Beautifully presented sushi. Not a high-end sushi spot, but their quality ingredients are apparent at Taihei. Japanese comfort food that are not from the sushi bar are also available. Delicious teriyaki, tempura, hotpot (nabe), sukiyaki, bento combos are what comes to mind. The restaurant is small and a busy establishment, so plan accordingly. ** Closed on Monday/Tuesday. Close in the mid-afternoon (between lunch and dinner service). Cash and Credit accepted (no AMEX). Parking available in their SMALL back lot. Street and Residential parking are the better option. read more

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My boyfriend and I were on the hunt to try a sushi spot we've never been to before. THISSS is my new favorite spot to get sushi. Trust me when I say it is 1000000% worth the wait. Understandably this place gets packed fast for a reason. The sushi is unbelievably fresh, the portions are amazing and the have a great selection of rolls to choose from. The space is purposefully small so that they maintain the quality of their food. Staff is great and welcoming. What more could you want. lol excited to show all my friends and family this place read more

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Taihei has been a staple in Monterey Park for many years. Located on Garfield Ave, with parking in the back and street parking. A Japanese restaurant with a sushi bar and some tables. They have bento boxes, fresh sashimi, sushi rolls, and nigiri. The service is good and so is the food. The combination bentos are such a deal. You can choose a 2 choice or 3 choice. You can choose from beef teriyaki, chicken teriyaki, salmon teriyaki, tempura, and sashimi (tuna or salmon). There is an up charge for certain items. But it is still a great deal. read more

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Small Japanese restaurant here in SGV. Seems like a hidden gem but the place was very busy! Food was great all around and good value for money. We got blue crab hand rolls, miso marinated black cod, and chirashi. They were all delicious! Service was pleasant and attentive. One small issue I had was the smell inside. Like the place smells old or musty? You get nose blind after a while but just a warning for sensitive people! read more

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This is a little sushi restaurant that is located on a main street. They have a really small parking area in the back but I would just recommend parking on the side streets since it's easier to get in and out. Service: They are very attentive here! The servers came around a few times to refill my water without me asking. Food: We ordered a few sushi, half a dozen of oysters, and also a salmon collar. The fish was so fresh and I really like the fish to rice ratio. The oysters are so fat and juicy. But my favorite was the salmon collar. The salmon was so juicy! read more

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Solid sashimi in MPK Small quaint spot survived pandemic and has been around! Tables and sushi bar inside Prices ofc are $$$ which imo reasonable Svc is good read more

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Family owned and hidden on a main street- I recently started going to Taihei and have now grown to like smaller mom/pop sushi shops. Workers are accommodating, super knowledgable about the menu & always polite. Each time we've had dinner here, fish were always fresh and their rice bowls are super filling and shareable! I recommend the donkatsu! Sometimes they may run out of certain fish during dinner times, just be sure to ask. Parking: we always park on the neighboring street and just walk over. Food: We always order the usual - salmon, tuna, yellowtail, mackerel, halibut ; everything is always fresh. Nice rice to fish ratios. They even have a bar if you're a party of just 1! read more

Taihei - Get the mackerel & yellow tail-omg so good - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monterey Park, California

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My husband and I had a Friday night dinner here. It was a bit busy with a few parties ahead of us. This was our first time here so my husband waited for about 10 minutes before someone acknowledged him and we realized all you had to do was write your name on the list on top of the fish tank. The restaurant is older but has a nice feel to it. It's casual and if you're looking for that vibe, this is the place. I ordered shrimp tempura, which was really good! It was crispy and not too oily. Then, I ordered a salmon roll and spicy tuna roll. The spicy tuna was delicious. But, the salmon in the salmon roll was a little fishy. The katsu don was also good. The bowl is like 75% rice but the katsu was still a large portion. I just didn't end up eating all of the rice cause there was so much. Once we got seated, service picked up. Our servers were on top of everything from our water to checking in and to getting us anything extra we needed. The food was also very quickly served to us after ordering. read more

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This is the BEST sushi in our area, it's tasty, family owned, friendly, clean, helpful, healthy foods, ya all will enjoy, but get there early Enjoy family Lala read more

Been coming to Taihei for years and the food and service never disappoints. There's nearby street parking with a small lot in the back, once you're inside, it's a bit tight, but gives you a feel like you're in Japan. The fish and fried tempura here is spot on. It's a bit higher than your typical mom&pop restaurant, but the quality is worth it. Knife skills are exceptional, portioning is favorable, and most importantly, taste is top-notch. Batter is on crisp and light- definitely great vegetable tempura! The monkfish liver is fresh, flavorful, and balanced with green onion and other pops of acidity. Finally, service is attentive and friendly! read more

Taihei - Uni, tuna, salmon, and albacore belly, unagi, and a partially consumed monkfish liver - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monterey Park, California

We came back seven days later and it wasn't a disappointment for authentic Japanese food. The fish quality is good but the Teri yaki beef was so tender and the chicken was yummy yum. If I had to critique one thing I wish she has tempura green beans or onion. Excellent service and great old school feel here. read more

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Easily the most authentic sushi experience in town with ambiance that takes you back about two decades. Inside the charming establishment, are about 4 4-seater booths, 3 4 seater tabletops, and of course the bar seats to behold the work of the two sushi chefs we had today. The uni is by far the best uni I've ever had, maintaining gelatinous form but disintegrating palpably in your mouth upon tasting, almost as if taken fresh from the uni there and then. Additionally, the toro belly was incredibly fresh, and the house wasabi tucked between the bed of rice and fish complemented the flavors nicely. The masago for our rainbow roll was inside the roll itself, which was a nice little flair I was unaccustomed to. A surprising star of the show was the beef duo sukiyaki, with its mixture of carrots, white onion, tofu, cabbage, and rich slices of beef provided a nice warm touch to our meal. Although much more pricy than the other sushi restaurants in the area, it is a worthy celebratory experience for the quality alone. The staff was kind and the ambiance was pleasant. read more

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My go to sushi spot in Monterey park. Fish quality is always good. My favorite is their scallop but they drizzle with some yuzu. I also like their fish special meal. It comes with grilled fish, sashimi and soup. I don't think I ever get disappointed from their order before. Would def recommend. Parking is on the street but usually there are bunch spot. read more

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I've been coming to this little Japanese spot for years, and it's hands-down one of the OG gem of the SGV. This place is tiny but that's part of the charm-cozy, intimate and it feels like you've stepped into a real neighborhood joint in Japan. The sashimi is always incredibly fresh, consistently top-tier every time I visit. You can tell they take pride in their craft because every dish is presented beautifully, just the way a true Japanese chef would do it. Nothing flashy, just authentic, thoughtful and delicious. If you're looking for a legit Japanese experience with the hype, this is the spot. A true classic that never disappoints. read more

A mom and pop treasure that feels authentic. You can't quickly get a seat on a Friday dinner. I get takeout and call on the phone to order. The sushi is okay. The real gem is the hot fish with butterfish and yellowtail collars. Some of the most moist and well-seasoned fish I've ever had! read more

Took my wife here for our anniversary and the food was some of the best Japanese cuisine I had in a long time. I had the six piece nigiri with tuna roll while the wife had the tempura/salmon bento. Each of us also ordered a hand roll that we liked and enjoyed a plum wine together. Everything was delicious and tasted very fresh (especially the nigiri) came on a Friday night just a tad before 7pm and was greeted and seated within 15-20 minutes. Will definitely come back again. read more

Excellent and generous portions of food. I ordered the seafood tempura and it had 3 big pieces of soft shell crab, 3 large shrimp, and many tempura veggies (kabocha squash, broccoli, yam...my family helped me eat most of the veggies), a large bowl of salad, miso soup with large chunks of tofu, and rice. My son ordered the chirashi bowl which had beautiful large chunks of fresh sashimi, cooked octopus, tamago, and lightly cooked shrimp. Others ordered the salmon collar (lots of meaty collar; we took the skin home for my dog), and the 2 item bento/combo dinner had generous portions of entrees and California roll (like 8 fat pieces). It's a nondescript small place with old school seating, nothing fancy but a lot of heart and even a friendly security guard outside the restaurant watching the cars in the small parking lot in the back. Definitely would return! read more

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love this small place with a wonderful menu! their butterfish is to die for!! enjoy!!

Came here with family to celebrate a birthday. My one family member was in a wheelchair. It's a tiny restaurant, so it's a bit of tight squeeze getting her in/out, but the staff was so very kind and helpful in getting us through the experience. Tip: if you will also bring someone with mobility challenges, I highly recommend having someone ask the staff to let them through the backdoor. They are very accommodating and you will not have to overcome the incline at the front door. We each enjoyed our sukiyaki and chirashi-zushi. My uni nigiri was so plump and just melted. Good stuff. This is Japanese comfort food, so if you're hoping for fancy; this won't be it. For lunch combos, btw: level set your expectations appropriately. Restaurants offer lunch combos for a modest price to keep their stock turned over. If you're looking for the best pieces of fish, then don't be surprised that you should have paid for the full-priced entree version. Just sayin'. read more

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Taihei is my all-time favorite sushi place, and I'm so thankful I live nearby. Whenever I'm craving super fresh, authentic sushi, I order Matsu sushi set for take away and it never disappoints. The quality is consistent but the price has been slowly increasing which is understandable. The parking behind the restaurant is limited but there's street parking available out front which is usually convenient. The restaurant itself is small and could use a bit of a refresh, but it gets packed for dinners, so you know it's well loved. Despite being busy, it's never too loud inside, and the cozy atmosphere is always comfortable. The staff are friendly and provide great service every time. I recently dined at the bar seating with my young daughter, and the sushi chef was so kind and sweet to her. They also have clean restrooms for customers, which is always a plus! read more

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I ordered entrées and requested an additional bowl of rice, which I understood to be complimentary. As I was only able to consume half of the rice and intended to take the remainder with me, I was unexpectedly charged an additional $3. I declined to pay this charge. The server subsequently waived the $3 fee but removed the half-eaten bowl of rice, which I presume will be discarded. The perceived food waste and the imposition of an unwarranted $3 surcharge have led me to conclude that I will not be returning to this establishment. read more

Lunch Conbo-Beef Teriyaki n Tuna Sashimi: 2-star Tuna is chewy taste as just out of the frozen. I thought sushi/sashimi are worse in Buffet place in general. But this one is really discounted! Beef is too chewy flavorless Miso soup is decent Steam rice is the best food item in this combo. Wasabi is not fresh kicking I might be choosing the wrong items...but it's all very standard food in any sushi places. Price is not cheap, but food quality is below average. I came in w/high hope on food quality, but left sorry to my wrong move. Service is friendly read more

One of our favorite sushi place in SGV!! I have been to Tahei for years. Just realized that I never wrote a review on it. Definitely one of the hidden gem in Monterey park. A very traditional Japanese sushi place with one of freshest fish that you can found anywhere. We always order tons of sushi from them. Price is reasonable. Special MP items like sweet shrimp, uni and toro are all exceptional food and reasonable price as well. With sweet shrimp, they still give you an option to cook the heads with miso soup or deep fried. (Definitely pick the soup!) Service is excellent. They always check on you regularly. Pretty rare for Asian restaurants One thing to notice, they are Very popular. On weekend, they will be completely full by 5pm. No reservation. If you hate waiting, you got to come around 4ish. There were a pretty long line by the line we got out before 6pm! read more

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Salmon, Halibut, Yellowtail, and Albacore - (5/5) Miso Soup - (5/5) not too salty, enough tofu Chirashi Sushi - (4/5) rating would vary depending on your taste! Ambiance: The sushi spot is relatively small with a Japanese vibe. It gives off a peaceful atmosphere and is warm inside. Food & Service The service is nice, and the food arrives at a decent pace. The food is good, nothing too special. When ordering the Chirashi Sushi, the mixed sashimi will be surprise if you don't ask about it. They provide ponzu and soy sauce, guiding you on which sauce pairs with each fish. The soup that comes with this order is the miso soup. read more

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Local favorite and glad I finally got to try it! Love the quality of the food, nice portions, and friendly service. Such a charming old school sushi restaurant. #MPKstrong read more

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Always a great spot to get authentic Japanese food. Always friendly whether ordering to go or eating in.

We waited about 25 min on a Friday night (checked in around 7:15). We were probably #6 on the list. Well worth the wait. Such kind and helpful staff. We were so full afterwards. But we didn't feel icky--we felt satisfied. This is probably a minute detail but we really loved their daikon and ginger here. They tasted fresh and packed with flavor. With the attention they give to these small sides, needless to say, the fish and rice were amazing. We are huge sushi fans but we eat the hot Japanese dishes as well. I'm eager to try a Combination Dinner next time. They have a friendly onsite an security guard and ample parking. They can accommodate families and solo diners. So bring the family or come alone, there's something for everyone! read more

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I've passed by this place all my life and never knew this was an actual restaurant. It's pretty small so there's definitely a wait at dinner time, so come a bit early. We parked on the street right in front of the restaurant. I ordered a combo for dinner, which included a small bowl of miso, tonkatsu, salmon sashimi (cost extra $1) and salad. The food came out pretty quick. Our server was very sweet and always swung by to top off our water. The tonkatsu was a little dry, but nothing a bit more sauce wouldn't fix. I finished everything and was super full afterwards. I might try coming by next time to try their sushi; those look really good. read more

Taihei - Combo - tonkatsu with salmon sashimi and bowl of rice (not pictured) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Sat immediately on a Wednesday around lunchtime! We ordered a 3 combo lunch special with sashimi, tempura, and salmon teriyaki, and the pork katsu with a salmon hand roll, cut tuna roll, and unagi eel sushi. The pork katsu was amazingly crispy and well seasoned, I found that I didn't need another sauce to complement with it! My boyfriend liked the sashimi and sushi, and our server was attentive and answered all the questions we had about the menu. read more

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SUSHI TO GO 3.5 STARS One of the few authentic Japanese sushi restaurants in Monterey Park we go here or Shinano. We ordered to go chicken teriyaki sashimi and tempura combo and a sushi plate. Everything was good but I'm a sushi snob and felt their sushi rice was plain and the sushi itself was just okay. Not melt in your mouth quality but for the area good enough. Shinano has better fish IMO. Tempura were an eggplant, sweet potatoe, broccoli, pumpkin etc yummy and chicken teriyaki was a bit grilled too dry and drenched in sauce. read more

Taihei - Sushi to go. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monterey Park, California

First and foremost, I always had a great meal at Taihei. I have been there twice before and enjoyed the food and service in the past; going today was a treat to look forward to after a long day. Granted, it was a full house, however, being third to enter the restaurant and twelfth to be served was NOT an experience worth having, especially after a busy day. Food: Had the 2 item bento; tempura and tonkatsu. The tempura was wonderfully fried and not oily to the taste. The surprising piece was the bell pepper; it had a nice flavor and almost tasted like a mild crispy chile relleno. The tonkatsu was moist and flavorful and the sauce had a fantastic tang to it. Absolutely perfect. The side of Japanese-style potato salad is exceedingly delicious with a creaminess and a bit of pickle that made every bite most welcome. The Ambiance: The original look is timeless on the inside. There are five booths and about six tables, so space is limited and it is not hard to keep track of everyone at a glance. The Service: The original server who handed the menu was the same one who opened the door at five. The rest of the staff welcomed the small line and seats were a first-come, first served basis. The waiter put down utensils and napkins and left. It was ten minutes after the last guest arrived that the waiter took the order, after taking orders from those who barely walked in, which was approximately 15-20 minutes overall. It was another twenty minutes until another staff member came to ask if the miso soup was served, which it was not. Waters came five minutes later, and the experienced staff member who asked about the miso soup was apologetic. It was the experienced staff member who apologized for the lateness of the service, and her alone; this was a testament to her sincerity and professionalism. For this, I do hope they give her a raise, as she was genuinely mortified that the booth and customer were overlooked while others were being served, and even some customers leaving after paying their checks. Worse yet, I was not the only one waiting for service or food. Yet, even they got served before me. It is very understandable that this may be an isolated incident, but the professionalism and experience needed today can be commonly found in bars, izakayas, and any place that has a high customer turnover and customer satisfaction. You queue up, you sit, you get served accordingly. Staff know who came in, get them served, customer enjoys the meal, and they leave. The only appropriate time for a customer to be waiting would be for prep and cooking time. Not a hard concept. It would be an immense improvement if the staff kept an eye and kept track of the customers, attended to them as they sat as to keep track of the order of service, and have been consistent in ensuring customers get served according to when they arrive. Perhaps going 45 minutes after they open may provide a better experience, when the rush is over. Their food is worth that wait. read more

Taihei - 2 Piece Bento. It was incredibly well made. Service, though, could use more attention to serving customers according to when they come in. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Monterey Park, California

Saturday 1630pm.. waited for a table seat, about 20-25 minutes. About 5 booths along the wall. One (4 ppl) table and two (6 ppl) tables. Plus bar seating. A small restaurant. Sign in sheet on clipboard is placed on top of the fish tank. The waiting area is very narrow, but somehow fitted five chairs for people waiting to dine in. We had ordered only sushi (2 pcs per order). But their special combo looked like such a tempting deal- about $31 for either/or options between, spicy tuna hand roll and fish collar, tempera and fish soup. Recommended: Chu-Toro ($18) - highly recommended Blue Fin Tuna ($10.50) Japanese Scallops ($11) Spanish Mackerel ($9.50) Fanny Bay Oyster ($4.50 each) must order more than two (this was definitely on the pricy side- but it was pretty good, med size meaty) Blah: Sea Bream ($7) - super lean.. dry texture Squid ($7) - thick sliced, chewy n' rubbery Ankimo ($14) Rice: some pieces were good.. but my last nigiri .. the rice reminded me of the bottom of the rice cooker kind of rice - I chewed for awhile even after I finished chewing my bluefin tuna. I was still chewing my rice. Limited parking in the back lot. Street and residential parking available. read more

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A small and intimate setting that my bf and I stumbled upon on a weekday night. The front door was unmarked, but their security guard helped usher us inside. Parking is sparse on the street or in the residential areas behind the block. Once inside, we were seated quickly. I overheard a server asking regulars if someone if their usual group didn't come tonight. How sweet! For dinner, we chose the Combo special (~$29) to share: - Miso soup: savory and light. - Broiled salmon collar: I was surprised by the large portion of fish. It was served with lemon, grated radish, and a side of chewy white rice that paired well with the juicy salmon. - Aemono of the day: octopus and vegetables in miso sauce. A bit light on the salt, and the flavors didn't gel. - Sashimi salmon: tasted good, but knife cuts were random and each piece varied widely in thickness. It still worked out for us because I like thinner slices of raw fish, so I ate the small pieces. - Tempura: 2 pcs shrimp, 1 large pc of kabocha, 1 slice of eggplant, 1 slice of green bell pepper, dipping sauce. So yummy! The batter was light and crispy, shrimp was succulent, vegetables were tender. We added an order of Oyako-don ($14), which was massive. Photos don't capture the depth of the serving bowl! I liked that the scrambled eggs were well done, but not rubbery. The pieces of chicken thigh were just okay, neither juicy nor dry, but the mild sweet sauce was on point. Rice was fully sauced, but remained chewy, and the cooked onions retained texture. read more

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