Yotsuba has been my go-to Japanese restaurant ever since I moved back to Ann Arbor in 2004; it was…read morealso my parents' go-to Japanese restaurant... we've been loyal customers for a long time. There have been some hit-or-misses with the quality of the fish but, I'm Japanese and, for me, "Japanese cuisine" is a lot more than raw fish and their kitchen (as opposed to the sushi bar) has always been reliable. Not so much anymore. :( I had dinner there recently on a Friday night. Ordered the tempura appetizer and 8-9 pieces of sushi a la carte. I asked the waitperson to make sure there was grated daikon for the tempura (I've had to ask before and the tempura was cold by the time they brought it, so I was planning ahead...) I was informed that not only do they not serve it with tempura, there's simply no daikon anywhere in the restaurant to grate. Seriously? First, how does a Japanese restaurant not have any daikon?? Second, if you serve tempura, this is a necessary condiment; it's akin to not having ketchup for a burger. I opted to have fried oysters instead and they were fine. The nigiri sushi I was served *looked* beautiful. Huge pieces of fish, nicely arranged. I'm not sure why Japanese restaurants here think "bigger is better" when it comes to sushi. Nigiri sushi is intended to be eaten in ONE comfortable bite instead of having to try to bite it in half only to have it disintegrate awkwardly all over the table. Why not offer two nigiri pieces per order that's reasonably (and correctly) sized? And then there's the sushi rice. I'm not convinced that the sushi chefs there understand that what makes it "sushi" isn't the fish (or the fancy rolls) -- it's the rice. Sushi rice is supposed to be flavored, while it's steaming hot, with a sugar-vinegar-salt mixture ("sushi su"), which is what keeps the rice moist and sticky in order to keep its shape, and also provide a foil for the fish. Whenever a sushi piece falls apart, it usually means (other than the fact that it's too big) that it's not properly seasoned. It should also never be cold. My simple meal plus a serving of sake, with tip came to almost $100. That's not unreasonably high for a Japanese sushi meal but I think I should be able to count on it being made correctly.

Friendly staff and good service…read more The sushi, that was ok. Lacked flavor with the special rolls

Went there for lunch and was seated pretty quickly…read more We ordered DFFC miso ramen and Hakata Tonkotsu ramen and the pink lady roll. The food was good. The north of the ramen was tasty but we waited a long long time for the food to come out. The size of the bowl is not that big for $20 a bowl.

This place just isn't my style. and imo it's just overrated and overpriced. But if you're into…read moretrendy and "cool" and mediocre food, go for it. The wait is so so long and not really worth it. Plenty of other awesome restaurants in the area

I am always skeptical of food court pop-ups, but I was drawn to try this place out based on initial…read morereviews in the fact that I was craving some good Ramen. RamenYa did not disappoint! Located in the center of Briarwood Mall, it was easy to find and minimal wait time to get my food. The gentleman behind the counter was kind and helpful. He provided guidance in a recommendation for me since I was torn between different versions of Ramen. I ended up getting the Black Tonkotsu and it was delicious. Unfortunately you're going to have to make do with my photo because I was so hungry that I forgot to take a picture of it before digging in. As you can see, I thoroughly enjoyed it. Five stars. I would recommend.

$13 Ramen... AT A MALL! Maybe not the BEST Black…read moreTonkatsu I've ever had, but the service was Five Star! Ramen Ya is apparently a chain... pretty sure this is both the healthiest and best tasting option for food at the mall? Thoughts?

My husband and I have gotten takeout from Poke Poke many times over the years with many good…read moreexperiences. Unfortunately after the latest experience, I'm not sure that we will continue to come here. I empathize with the challenges of rising food costs for restaurants. Portions have decreased over time (with the ratio/amount of rice increasing), and that was understandable. This latest time though, it was clear they had switched their supplier for fish. It was low quality and not fresh, compared to what they had before. I'd rather have less of a good poke than more of a bad one.

I placed an online order and got 2 bowls. When I got there it was all ready! I was pleasantly…read moresurprised by how spicy the bowls actually were. I got: - Volcano bowl - build your own: spicy tuna and spicy salmon

My father used to tell me that a lot of "hole-in-the-wall" restaurants have better food than their…read morefar more expensive counterparts. This is really true of Chan's Garden, a small family-run restaurant on Ann Arbor's West-side on Liberty west of Stadium. It's so small that I drove past it and had to turn around and go back in the other direction. I decided to order Cantonese Beef Chow Mein with noodles for lunch. It was very delicious and the portions were large. I really enjoyed it and had an egg roll to go with lunch special. Likewise, the service was fantastic, and the owner really makes you feel at home and special at the same time. I will definitely visit here again. The soy sauce used is Wei-Chuan dark, and tastes great. Usually, many of the Chinese Restaurants in the area use Kikkoman's, but it's nice to find something more authentic. I have heard from a few people that they have great takeout as well. I will have to try that sometime.

First of all, I'm Chinese, so I ought to know. I found this little place tonight on the way home…read more They have a surprisingly large menu and the owner and his wife cook behind the counter with remarkable finesse. They have really fine youtiao 油條 , reminiscent of those from my late parents' home town of Shanghai (BTW, the owners come from southern China near Guangzhou). I never expected this mom and pop joint to serve such good food. It's not a gourmet place, but it's a gem. When I'm in China, Hongkong, Taiwan, or Japan, the best eateries are the little, unassuming ones. They put emphasis on the food, not the decor. I have grown to love this place!

Hits the spot just like I remember it from years ago when I worked near here…read more Lots of ramen options but I like the noodles and flavor of my go to, the YAKI LO MEIN with tofu. Great combo of sweet and spicy. Nothing fancy here aesthetically but food hits the spot, service and prices are good.

I only got the pork buns and the tako taki. Both were not good…read more The pork buns tasted doughy and the pork was dry - didn't taste like a pork belly for sure. The sauce was sweet and not that good. The tako yaki wasnt crispy. It's just small soft ball with chunks of seafood. Gave it 3 stars since I didn't try the ramen which is the main thing here.

One of the two best Sushi places in Brighton. I love the vibe, the service and the food. And they…read morehave great drinks.

I pulled into the parking lot and it was empty. I had lunch here and ordered from their pick 2…read morebasic sushi rolls for $18. It comes with soup or salad. Pretty pricey. I also ordered the crab Rangoon and fried tofu. The sushi was not fresh. I did not care for it. The presentation of the Rangoon was interesting. It tasted okay. The fried tofu was good. I also ordered the matcha ice cream. It was odd - some crushed cookies (?) on the bottom then topped with raspberry sauce, two pocky sticks, red bean paste, almonds, and condensed milk. The matcha ice cream can stand alone and all of those toppings are unnecessary. The server was nice but super awkward. There were only 5 tables during the lunch rush. The kitchen is also very open. I saw a "sushi chef" open packages of defrosted minced tuna, empty them onto a cloth napkin, then wring out the water over the garbage can. I won't be back.

About 4.5 stars. This restaurant is newly opened. The restaurant is in the plaza. Parking is…read moreavailable and free. We look at the menu and found out they carry a special dish. We got the Vigorous Big Bone Rice Noodles soup. We added the intestines to the protein. The soup base is good with bone marrow. Love it. We added the special truffle spice it becomes more flavorful. We also got shrimp fried rice and fried squid. Both of them also good. Overall our experience is perfect. Service also good.

If you are looking for a comforting, authentic Chinese meal in Ypsilanti, Dagu Rice Noodle is a…read moremust-visit. It strikes that perfect balance between a casual atmosphere and high-quality, flavorful food. We had the signature tomato noodle, which was served in a bubbling cauldron of rich, steaming broth that arrives at your table alongside a colorful array of fresh ingredients to mix in yourself. My husband described the experience like a low maintenance hotpot. For the kids, we ordered off the appetizer menu - popcorn chicken, fried chicken wings and French fries satisfied their cravings. The chicken was seasoned with 5 spice powder and reminded me of Taiwanese fried chicken. The interior is clean, modern, and bright. It's a great spot for a quick solo lunch or a relaxed dinner with friends. The service is typically fast and friendly, making it a reliable staple in the local food scene. You can order with the waitress for suggestions or get things started by ordering yourself on the phone. This place is a bit newer so go check it out if you haven't yet !