The food is always amazing. The staff is great and kind…read more Prices reasonable for the quality. Kids love the food.

Not too bad at all for a random drive-by stop and check out the Ramen…read more.. Service is quick and plentiful, even if perfunctory. They seem to do a good trade in delivery and take-out. I had the classic tonkotsu and shrimp @ $16.95. And the appetizer shrimp tempura. Tonkotsu was good - flavorful and the ingredients fresh and tasty. Prices are reasonable too. I'll definitely come again

Note we only got drinks, but our experience was five star. We tried the Taro lover with boba and…read moreSignature premium brown sugar latte. Both were yummy. The place was popping inside. Easy access. Tons of to go orders! Will definitely be trying their food sometime

Late to the Five Spice party, but I'm glad to have arrived late than never. I'm usually not a fan…read moreof restaurants that serve the foods of various Asian countries under one roof, but Five Spice is an exception. No matter the order, all the food comes out delicious, hot, and fast. They have THE BEST pot stickers (if you like a thick wonton), and though tofu is not top of the list of my orders at other places, I somehow always end up ordering the mapo tofu every time I'm here. The servers are also super efficient and kind, and the overall vibe is very cozy and comfort foods and like I'm being taken care of by family members. The restaurant is also attached to a boba tea shop that also has a wide selection of drinkable yums, so there's literally something for everyone. Cost is on-par as well. Lastly, being able to support local is always a plus.

I was hungry yesterday night and wanted to get quick dinner. I found this place less than a mile…read morefrom my house. I came here around 8:45 pm and had 45 mins (as they were closing at 9:30 pm). Inside space is nicely laid out - I liked chill vibe of the restaurant. However, they have interesting set up for order - you have to use kiosk to place the order and I didn't see much of change options for entrees like ramen change requests. The food that I got was very delicious- enjoyed it and portions were generous. I felt it would have been even more nice to have some sake options to go with this food.

How delightful! This place hit the spot after a long day. The orange chicken with fried rice looked…read moreamazing in the photo and had to grab the spring rolls. I was thinking about broccoli after ordering and actually received the orange chicken with some delicately cooked broccoli perfectly. Great flavor and peas and carrots in the rice are just the right touch. Legit orange chicken bowl. Upon calling to ask about a menu item's ingredients (whether it was dairy free) and they were very helpful. Thank you for a great dinner.

Very nice and bouncy noodles made to order. The soup is light and refreshing, couple that with the…read moredelicious chashu and you got a very savory bowl of noodle soup. Vibe was chill, mostly a quick eats restaurant so it's great for a casual meal.

We're a little spoiled for ramen in the northwest burbs. I'm a fan of Chicago Ramen and Santouka…read morebut I'm happy to add another spot into the rotation. I was surprised to learn this is a small chain only with a couple locations in Illinois and the rest in California, which just gives it more credibility to me. Just a heads up that this place is pretty small, so you might run into a wait. But, they do have Yelp waitlist, so be sure to take advantage if you're coming by. While the waits can get long, once you're actually seated service is great and prompt. You won't be waiting long for your food, and if you get a counter seat you can see it being prepared which is fun. So far I've had the spicy tan tan ramen and the miso ramen. You get a generous amount of noodles, the meat is super tender, and the broth is the perfect cure for cold weather or a rough hangover. They have a kids meal option too, but they also have small chicken or pork and rice bowls that are perfect for our toddler. We'll definitely come back, I'm very curious how their curry dish is.

Ok then- me, hubby, and a couple friends decided it was time to take Torizen for a test drive. On…read morea cold Saturday am, we arrived just before opening- when the guy opened the door? Well- let's just say he wasn't too warm or welcoming and could barely grunt a greeting. Hmm. We were quickly seated in a very japanese-looking restaurant (a good sign). We ordered two apps - the chicken karaage and the agedashi tofu. I ordered the spicy tonkatsu pork ramen (not on their web menu, but still...). First demerit- my ramen arrived before the apps did. Seriously. Seriously? Me with a main dish and my hubby/friends bereft of food? Oh wow. I didn't touch it until the apps arrived a couple minutes later - finally their mains arrived. Yay. The apps? Well, the chicken karaage was really fried chicken breast meat (no bones; not a prob for me, but hubby - a japanese man by birth- was not impressed). The agedashi tofu was yummy and quite good. Nice! Ok- my ramen was - yes- spicy and oily, as any good ramen should be. The bad part? I could tell the bean sprouts weren't fresh as my sensitive digestive tract let me know - fast- that the sprouts were "not" fresh. Yikes. Not a good thing - hence the demerit. Ok- first- we may come again. But gosh. the workers really need to be a bit happier to be there- or - if they can't be pleasant - keep them out of the public's eye. That would be a big help- after all, this was our first visit- and it wasn't too welcoming - it would have offset the bad sprouts, you know?

It's been quite a few years since my last updated review of this place and I have been here several…read moretimes both for lunch or dinner during that time in between. However, my most recent visit came in for dinner and I just had to finally update this post because throughout all of these visits, this place is so amazingly consistent in the food quality in the portions and in the incredible Japanese hospitable service. This is truly authentic legitimate food. And it's great to see the menu over the years really evolved as well as expand. This is a real go to, and I am so glad that they're here and not too far away and this is truly a great Japanese cultural feast and taste for the mouth!

The family and I have been coming to this hot pot place for years. Everyone loves hot pot,…read moreespecially during cold weather, and my kids in particular have a huge appetite for it. We usually come here when the cravings hit or to celebrate family occasions. The prices are very reasonable and generally under $30 per person. We were last here about a week ago and it was $28 per adult, while kids were $14 (half-priced). I did notice prices increased by about $1 over the past year, but that's expected. Another thing I really appreciate is how easy it is to dine here. We've come on a Saturday night for dinner without a reservation and were able to walk right in. Most of the time, walk-ins aren't an issue, which is really nice. A while back, they used to have you mark hotpot ingredients on a paper menu and staff would bring them to your table. Over the past couple of years, they've switched to an ingredient bar at the back of the restaurant where you can grab your own noodles, vegetables, seafood, and sauces. There are empty plates, bowls, and saucers available, making it easy to customize your spread. The only items you still need to order verbally are the hot pot meats, which makes the overall experience much more efficient and you can get to cooking quickly! Here's my favorite way to make a dipping sauce for hotpot: garlic + basic soy sauce / house sauce, a pinch of spice sauce + top with a lot of green onions cuttings. And there you have it! The ingredient selection is decent including several types of noodles like udon, glass noodles, and ramen. They have my favorite vegetables like watercress and bok choy as well as some of my favorites proteins: shrimp, mussels, quail eggs, fish cakes, cubes and balls. There is a peanut sauce available at the sauce bar, but I wouldn't recommend this place for anyone with food allergies or strict dietary restrictions, as cross-contamination could easily happen with the shared setup. One of our favorite appetizer items -- which is free with the AYCE and not at the ingredient bar -- is the fried buns with condensed milk. They're listed on the menu and are absolutely delicious. We usually order multiple rounds as our kids love them, and so do I. When it comes to drinks, everything is ordered à la carte. They offer soft drinks, alcohol, and smoothies. I ordered a mango and pineapple smoothie for $7, which was quite sizable and very refreshing. You can also order a single-fruit smoothie for $6. For broth options, there are only two choices: a bone broth or a spicy broth. If you have kids, I recommend the non-spicy option. The broth can get a little fatty after cooking all the ingredients in it and is enough for flavor. We came as a family of 6 and opted not to squeeze into one booth. We asked to sit at 2 adjacent hybrid booth tables and requested an additional hot pot for the 2nd table, and they were very accommodating. One of the servers also speaks Cantonese, which was very helpful for our family. One small piece of feedback for the owners: for places like this, it would be great to have disposable gloves available at the ingredient bar. I always appreciate seeing that extra level of consideration for cleanliness. Lastly, just a heads-up that gratuity is automatically added to the check for parties of two or more. Make sure to review your bill before adding an extra tip -- unless, of course, you want to tip more. Overall, this is one of our family's favorite places for hot pot when we want a no-fuss, no-cleanup meal. It's a solid experience that doesn't break the bank, especially for large families. The fact that they focus solely on hot pot -- without additional barbecue meats or grills -- helps keep it surprisingly affordable. The restaurant is also connected to a Mexican bar so your receipt is gonna ring out with that place as a vendor and this restaurant is next to "Noodle Delight" (likely same owners?) if you're looking for authentic Chinese food in a more traditional setting. We've been to that place as well and it was great, but that would be another separate review :)

Always love coming here! Good selection that is always fresh and tasty! Servers are helpful and…read morewelcoming too. Love the new self serve addition they have made! The spicy broth is not for the faint of heart!

My first Yelp Review of 2026!…read more Kicking off the year with Kai Mom's K Food To Go -- and I'm so glad I finally tried it after seeing all the buzz. They have quite an extensive menu offering both Korean & Chinese entrees. It was tough deciding what to choose but we ended up ordered the Jjampong + Jjajangmyeon combo, Pork & Stir-Fried Squid, Galbitang, and Soy Garlic Fried Chicken (Bone-in). Out of everything, the Jjajangmyeon was the clear standout. The flavor was so good that I'd honestly come back just for that alone. Absolute comfort food. The Jjampong didn't quite hit for me -- it wasn't bad, but it felt a little bland and lacked the umami I usually look for. I've had better elsewhere, so I'd probably skip that next time. Similarly the Pork & Squid stir fry just didn't pack the right punch for me so I would pass too. Other highlights were definitely the Soy Garlic Fried Chicken and Galbitang. The chicken was packed with flavor, perfectly crispy on the outside, and juicy on the inside -- a must-order. The Galbitang was comforting and hearty, with about four bones in the soup, super tender meat, and a clean, soothing broth. The space itself is small with only four tables, and we lucked out getting one. It has such a cozy, homey feel -- like you're sitting in her kitchen while she cooks you a homemade Korean meal. Service was excellent too; they checked in often and kept our drinks refilled. Overall, a great start to my 2026 food reviews. I'll definitely be back -- especially for that Jjajangmyeon and Soy Garlic Fried Chicken. I can't wait to try more of their dishes.

This place is so underrated! Everything is so good here. My family is definitely regular customers…read morenow. We had the following: Jjajangmyun Bibimbop Soondoobu jjigae - broth was amazing! Korean fried chicken - meat was so tender and juicy, the skin was crispy This reminds me of home style cooking. I'm not traveling far to eat jjajang myun and soondoobu now. Service is great! Thanks for the hot tea and complimentary sides.

Maybe the atmosphere is devoid of feng shui but we came here for the food. It's delicious and…read morequickly served. They have bubble tea and sustainable to-go packaging, so 5 stars as per my criteria ;)

This place was recommended to me my another foodie so I decided to give them a try. We met another…read morecouple on a Monday night and it was pretty empty. They do a tremendous amount of takeout. We were seated immediately and the service was amazing. The interior is pretty plain but the food options were crazy. Huge menu serving both Japanese and Chinese dishes . Prices are on the higher side but the portions are huge and the food is made in house with fresh ingredients. I started with the Alaska Roll which had salmon, avocado and cucumber. The roll was just average. For our main entrees we had the Beef Chow Fun with pan fried noodles. Very tasty with a fantastic brown sauce. I added a little Sirachi for some heat My wife is Gluten free so they made her a chicken and vegetables dish with a white sauce. Very good. For dessert we opted for some Mochi but unfortunately we were disappointed with the taste and portion. Definitely not worth 1.95 per piece. If in the area and you are looking for authentic Chinese or Japanese cuisine,give Noodle and Sushi a try.

Reliably really good. Come hungry and you will not be disappointed. If it's a holiday, make sure to…read moremake a reservation. Spicy tuna can be done with chili oil vs spicy mayo if you can't do eggs. Spicy tuna with Chili Oil is better in my opinion. Grilled with salt options for chicken and fish if you can't do soy or wheat like me. Decent selection and rotating specials. If the Toro Taku Maki is on the Specials Menu and in stock try it. It is so good Service is attentive and overall very good. No complaints. If you like Japanese food I highly recommend this place.

4.5/5 - Came on a Saturday evening with a reservation in the fancy room where you take off your…read moreshoes, clean interior! Our waiter was helpful in answering all of our questions about the extensive menu. Tako Wasabi: A small bowl about the size of a pointer finger, but packed with lots of small, strong pieces of octopus; chewy, savory, with a sharp and fragrant wasabi kick. Leaned on the salty side, but very unique! Beef Tataki: The yuzu sauce, very sour, pairs well with the raw steak, with a side of fresh seaweed Japanese Spaghetti (full): Al dente, chewy pasta with a tangy flavor and a creamy aftertaste, with a side of parmesan and tabasco to add if you want; shareable between 2-3 people Buta Nira Moyashi: Slightly crisped pork with a good balance of lean and fat, served on a generous bed of chives and crunchy soybeans, comes with chili pepper to add if you want; leans a bit on the salty side Curry: A huge bowl! Celebrated a birthday, they gave our birthday person a small free matcha japanese cheesecake with a candle. :)

Above average Japanese restaurant with huge portions of ramen and tasty sides like port katsu…read morecutlets. The food is probably a 4/5, but the service and value here are super high. Enormous portions. Very friendly and patient staff. It's a comfortable place to eat and hang out. I'd recommend and will come back. Parking is easy in a strip mall. Not a ton of space inside so you might have to wait a little during peak lunch hours.

This spot is tucked away near the Lowe's on on Algonquin near Golf Rd! Easy to miss but you'll want…read moreto stop in and check out this cute ramen shop next door to a sushi and Japanese cafe. Same owners from my understanding. Quite a few ramen, curry, and breaded meat options. Ramen had good flavor and was filled with meat and veggies. Self serve salad bar, water, and tea station. Order up front on kiosk and it'll get brought to your table.