We stopped in late evening, on our way to the Amherst area…read more Both my husband and I thought ramen would hit the spot. I'm a vegetarian and the language barrier was definitely a slight issue, since I didn't know how to express my likes and dislikes. It wound up being a bit of an issue for my husband too, since spicy foods aggravate his respiratory system. It was a circus show. Luckily we ordered fried tofu and that was absolutely amazingly delicious! They gave me some wasabi and I was in heaven. (I like heat...) The ramen broth was not very flavorful, but the noodles and veggies were nicely cooked. Servers were kind, even with the huge birthday party in the side room. Parking was a little sketchy. No lighting along the side of the building. Restaurant was clean, as were the loos. I think I'd try them again, if only for the tofu. Did I tell you how amazing the fried tofu was?!?!

Food was delicious! The service was timely and warm. Only issue I had with our experience was there…read morewas no back ground music or anything to give it a better ambiance.

Service has always been good and food is delicious and at a good price point. The place is always…read morebusy but worth the trip.

Went to this place on a Friday night with a party six and you would have thought we asked them to…read moresacrifice their first born. Absolutely awful customer service and they were extremely rude when we questioned the added "gratuity"charge on our bill. The ramen was the worst ramen I had ever tasted. 99¢ ramen has more of a flavor profile than what they serve. I will give them two stars for the tofu appetizer and tasty cocktails. Wouldn't recommend if your party is larger than two.

My husband and I came here on a little date night during our hiking trip with the dogs back in…read moreOctober and had so much fun. We left the dogs at the Airbnb and drove over here for some sake and ramen and everything was amazing. We were seated right away and each got a handshake ~ sake style ~ and split an order of their wings. They were cooked perfectly and were SO flavorful. We each got a ramen - I got the Momo Chicken and my husband got the Mr. Spicy. We shared a little of the broth from each so we could try them both and they were equally delicious and very filling. Our server was friendly, checked on us often, and made sure we had plenty of water. We also got a couple of their bottles to-go so we could bring them back home to share with my sister and BIL. They are located in such a neat arts district with lots of other businesses and local art outside. They have a huge patio with different seating options and there is tons of parking. If we are ever back in VA we will stop in again.

So much fun! I had never heard of this concept before but it was delicious. Great sake and great…read moreramen. Would definitely come back if I lived closer!!! Staff was funny and super attentive!

I came here for lunch with my friends after visiting a near by peach farm. We all loved the…read morelocation and the artwork outside. Inside the restaurant is beautifully decorated and very unique. We loved being able to choose from a wide selection of card and board games, we had fun playing a card game while waiting for our food. I ordered the Mr spicy ramen bowl which was good but not amazing, it kind of tasted like water with spicy flavor. My friends enjoyed their rice bowls. My one friend who is not a big fan of ramen ordered chicken wings and she stated that the flavor wasn't good and that it felt like she was eating rubber. The service was great and speedy, our waitress was very kind and helpful. I loved the fortune teller experience at the end with the little cat who gives you a fortune. We all had lots of fun here.

I had the chicken ramen and it was delicious .... EXCEPT the NOODLES! so so very overcooked. The…read morerest of the table basically had mush in broth because their noodles were so overcooked. It was such a shame. However .. the service was friendly and the space inside and outside was really cool to look at and sit in.

This dumpling shop has multiple locations. I found it quite confusing ordering online. Some of them…read morehave online ordering and others don't. They have confusing names. The menus have not always been the same when I looked. But to their credit, when I placed an order at the "downtown" location only to discover that they meant something other than Charlottesville's pedestrian arcade (which is where this one is), I was able to call them and get it corrected. My order was transferred over and was ready for me with no trouble. The vegetable dumplings weren't fancy, but there were a ton of them, and what seemed a small sauce proved more than enough. I also got a veggie bun, but the filling was so trivial as to not really be worth it. This place does have some space to eat in, although it seems most popular as a takeout.

The fried pork dumplings were the best I've ever had. Small, which is perfect for me. My husband is…read morevegan and his were fantastic. Ordered a to go order for him to take to a winery tomorrow. Service was great.

Perfect date-night stop with another couple before a concert right down the block. The sushi was…read moredelicious and the wine impeccable, but our waiter deserves ALL the stars. Our friends were sushi novices, and he was incredibly knowledgeable and helped guide them toward selections they'd actually enjoy. The right waiter can make all the difference, and he absolutely elevated the entire experience. Great food, great wine, exceptional service!

First time eating sushi from Charlottesville and this was the place not to miss!…read more With a gorgeous interior, awkward entrance of a tight staircase leading to the main area, the ambiance was hot, modern, and elegant. Servers were attentive but could be more) We got the yellowtail w jalepeno, Rainbow roll, and a lychee martini. All tasted great and unique! Havent visited another sushi spot in town but this one def was a good spot to try!

The portion size was pretty good and there are so many toppings you can choose from! I wish they…read morehad mac salad, though. My biggest gripe about the place was that the pricing was extremely confusing -- I honestly had no idea how much I was paying until I got to the register. I'd come here if for some reason I was in Charlottesville randomly craving poke.

Located across from the main campus of UVA, in the hustle and bustle of downtown…read more Portion sizes are SMALL (for $16!!). They weigh the fish before mixing it with sauce and toppings, therefore, at least you know every one is receiving the same amount... I went with Rainbow Bowl. I was EXTREMELY hungry and it did NOT satisfy my cravings or hunger. Service was meh. Super nice though with allowing me to add other toppings. Parking is a mess. Don't turn right. Find a spot in next to stores that allow you to parallel park because it's a free 15 minutes. Free parking for the win!

Food is pretty good. The only thing I wish they kept on the menu is macaroons…read more But they took them away. Service is hit or miss. Ambiance feels stale sometimes.

Waited 25 mins my first and only order and the place wasn't busy. Quality has gone downhill. Tuna…read moreand salmon tasted off. Service was poor. The fried rice and steak hibachi were good, yakisoba noodles not so much. I hope things improve. Strange vibes here.

Fresh sashimi and sushi, great selection of rolls. Location and ambiance are t amazing but great…read morefood in this strip mall restaurant.

This is a little spot in a strip mall. Nothing fancy, but they always have great sushi. Nice staff,…read morethey remember us even though it's been a while since we ate there. Great service.

Sometime service can take a solid 4-star experience to a full five stars. Janet greeted us and…read morereserved a table while we strolled the outdoor mall. She was also our server and provided honest feedback regarding the dinner menu, even telling me when she thought we may want to split a salad since we already had appetizers and two entrees. And she was right! The dining room was quiet tonight but I suspect gets busy with events in the various rooms. My only complaint would be the room-temperature red wine that was probably high 70's. Otherwise, we had a great experience.

I've been to this restaurant several times. The low rating is regarding the karaoke night…read more --lunch: good spot, good food, employees are super friendly and fast! 5/5 --bar: employees provide quick, fast, friendly service! 5/5 The times I've been to their weekly karaoke night, however, we have consistently not had a pleasant experience. The host has made rude remarks and comments to us when signing up, as well as to other people. It didn't feel like a place that we could have fun at -- for example, I remember the last time we were there, the host was YELLING at everyone about how many times we could sign up to sing, and if your name wasn't PERFECT spelling then they would not allow you to do so. Not only did he yell, but he also humiliated these girls in front of everyone during his 5 minute rant. That made me and my friends realize we're not coming back, because it clearly made those girls uncomfortable + the audience in shock. Other than the karaoke experience, this place is very nice and I do recommend it. Sadly, I don't think I will be returning here at night / bar vibes (regardless of karaoke) for these reasons.