Father's Day Adventure at ICHI Hibachi - Gasparilla Island…read more If there's one thing I've learned after all these years of marriage, it's this: never question the itinerary when your wife is the family vacation planner. Somehow, she always finds places I'd never think of, and this Father's Day she absolutely outdid herself. She surprised us with a road trip to Punta Gorda, Florida, and then whisked us over to Gasparilla Island where the biggest traffic jam you'll find is a line of golf carts! Seriously, if you've never been to an island where golf carts are the preferred mode of transportation, you're missing out. The island is full of history dating back to the 1800s, the scenery is incredible, and the locals couldn't have been friendlier. After spending the day exploring, we worked up an appetite and stumbled across ICHI Hibachi. Let me tell you they understood the assignment! Back home, we've been to our fair share of hibachi restaurants where somehow the bill is huge, but the portions are tiny and you're wondering if you should stop for a burger afterward. Not here. ICHI Hibachi delivered: Huge portions Fresh, flavorful food Perfectly cooked steak and shrimp Sushi that disappeared faster than my Father's Day dessert Friendly, attentive service from start to finish By the end of the meal, we were stuffed, happy, and already talking about coming back. That's the kind of restaurant you hope to find on vacation. To my amazing wife thank you for another unforgettable Father's Day adventure. I don't know how you keep finding these hidden gems, but please don't stop. 10/10 would recommend. Just make sure your golf cart has enough battery to get you back after dinner... because you'll definitely leave too full to walk!

We have dined here maybe 10 times and have always been pleased. Tonight we had a takeout steak…read morebowl and a chicken bowl. Both were unseasoned and both of the meats were tough.

The food was plentiful and delicious. I loved the Japanese ambience, and the service was good. It's…read moremy favorite Japanese restaurant in Port Charllote!

Beautiful decorated and inviting- Impressive, very fresh-…read more tasty...already have a few favorite rolls that I'd like to have again. Lots to choose from cooked and raw whichever you prefer. Full bar, with lots of cocktails on the menu along with Japanese beers and sakes- The staff is very attentive, great service. It was packed- the secret is out -

Kiwami Sushi & Ramen in Port Charlotte offers a wide menu that includes sushi, sashimi, ramen, poke…read morebowls, maki rolls, specialty rolls, and other Japanese favorites. For me, their 2- and 3-maki lunch specials are a great value (& priced slightly better than another sushi place nearby), and I loved the combination of good prices and generous portions. The shrimp tempura roll was so generously sized that I was honestly a little jealous of my kiddo's plate. The crispy rice topped with spicy tuna was another favorite: deep-fried rice topped with spicy tuna, jalapeño, eel sauce, and hot sauce. Crispy, savory, and packed with flavor. Did I mention it's spicy? You've been warned but no worries - it's the kind of kick that keeps you going back for another bite because it's just that yummy. The chicken karaage was another winner for us basically the Japanese version of chicken poppers but more flavorful because it's marinated & dipped in spicy mayo. It was perfectly seasoned and incredibly tasty. We probably could've ordered another round. The mochi ice cream was a refreshing end to our meal. TIP: they also have awesome party tray specials posted near the entrance: $5 maki rolls (8-roll minimum) and $11 specialty rolls (4-roll minimum), which is a great way to satisfy any sushi cravings. See pictures for applicable rolls for each party tray. I personally would have ordered that party tray the night before if I knew about that deal 24 hours prior - we were just in the same shopping plaza at the Publix and 7Brew! Overall, Kiwami is definitely worth checking out. The food came out fresh and flavorful, portions were spot on, and the atmosphere felt relaxed and welcoming. Prices were fair, and the staff was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. 100% recommend trying them out if you haven't been here yet.

The best part of this restaurant is how friendly the staff always are. Always greeted with smiles…read moreand genuine hospitality, which instantly makes the experience nice. The food has always been really solid for us. The sushi is great, apps are good and ramen is even better. Everything we've tried has been flavorful and nicely presented. It's a comfortable, relaxed spot that works well for a casual dinner or lunch. We've been back multiple times and have never left disappointed, great for takeout too.

Great service, great presentation, everything delicious. 3 hot appetizers, 2 special rolls, 1…read moreavocado cucumber roll. 2 people, more than enough food. Ate early after 2 hour visit to Xfinity store.

My bf and I stopped in because we were in the area and we were craving milk tea. We didn't realize…read moreit was a whole restaurant as well! The inside was decorated so cutely and the staff was super attentive and came right up to us. We ordered a taro milk tea and a thai tea and both were soooo yummy! We will definitely come back for a meal next time :)

I love my Pho and i can't believe I never wrote a review for my favorite spot for it. I wish I…read moreworked closer or got the chance to be around this location more often. When I was a float teller for the bank, I was right down the road and had plenty of opportunities to indulge myself in my chicken pho soup and try many flavors of Boba. The restaurant is very welcoming and decorated adorably. The food sometimes takes a little bit longer than you expect it to, but hat's because everything is always made fresh. There's always people eating in the restaurant no matter what time of day you go in. Anytime you talk to anybody local about where you get your pho soup, 90% of them will agree with you that this is the best place to go in Charlotte County.

Second time at this lovely restaurant. Our server gave us plenty of time to go through the menu…read moreand finally order. David got the Banh mi sandwich with chicken. I got the large shrimp pho with wontons and noodles, so that I could share with David. David enjoyed his sandwich but I didn't think it resembled the ones that Ihave seen on YouTube. My Pho was super delish loaded with large shrimp, wontons and rice noodles. I always enjoy adding all the bean sprouts and herbs, jalapeño and lime to the soup. The broth was just perfect, not too salty by very tasty. The large size was definitely enough for two and David enjoyed sharing with me. We love this adorable restaurant with its friendly help and welcoming feeling!

We have been going to Thai Cafe regularly for years. The food is authentic, and the service can't…read morebe beat!

Excellent food, service and presentation always. We have been coming to the Thai Cafe for years…read more Last night I had the shrimp Green Curry, and my husband had the Bangkok Shrimp.

Hands down the best crab Rangoon I've ever had! Big fat pockets filled to the point of squirting…read moreout when you bit into them. They are also like no other crab Rangoon as far as looks go. They are pinched into the coolest looking rangoons like little claws or maybe like a hand with snow crab legs for fingers lol I'm anxiously awaiting the re-opening! Looking forward to trying more of their dishes

We were visiting from Vegas and wanted a quick to go order to eat in our hotel. I had this place…read moresaved in my collection bc it got good reviews and it was close by. 3 stars is a bit harsh but 4 is a bit too generous. Here's why. 1-The cashier greeted us as soon as we walked in. She gave us a menu to look over and when we were ready to order she was very friendly. 2- I asked for the Buddha Delight Veggie dish w no sauce and she offered for it to be steamed w no sauce. I appreciate that. 3-The cost for the amount of food was very reasonable. We got 2 entrees and 3 appetizers for 42$ which is a steal these days! We got: *Teriyaki chicken appetizer which is breaded and fried this was very disappointing to me. My fault for not asking. I assumed it would be grilled like any other teriyaki chicken I've ever had before. I was wrong and didn't realize it until we got back to the hotel. *Egg Rolls W Pork *Wonton Rangoons w Meat (which there were a ton of) and dipping sauce *Buddha Veggie Delight-Steamed no sauce *A Beef and Veggie in sauce dish which we did not order. This was the most disappointing thing. My husband ordered beef Chowmein. IDK how this got mixed up. 4-The entrees come with a side of white rice or fried rice and the fried rice is no extra. The portions were very good sized too. What could use improvement: 1-Dinning area. Very unappealing and dirty. This is clearly a take out joint. Dust was everywhere. You could see the thick layer built up on the shelves over the trash. Made me nervous about the cleanliness of the kitchen but our order was already placed. We were rolling the dice. 2-Making sure the order was correct. We should have checked before we left so we weren't disappointed when we got all the way back to the room. I don't eat deep fried foods so my husband ended up eating the chicken and I ate the beef & veggie dish. It worked out....sorta. Here's the final verdict. Take out only, double check your order before you leave. Otherwise solid Chinese food spot.

Delicious! Our second time at this restaurant and it's definitely one of my favs! I love the…read morevermicelli bowls, they are so fresh and full of flavor. My husband got the curry but has also had the banh mi. Can't go wrong with either! The staff is also so nice!

Stopped in with a friend for dinner. They have an extensive menu. The place was a little hot- the…read moreAC was struggling at that time, but I'm sure it has since been fixed. Service was prompt. We both ordered the special beef pho, I ordered with double meat. It came with a plate of veggies/toppings. We shared the dumplings which were really good. We also had the flan for dessert and the 5 layer dessert (was it 7 layers? I can't remember) which has jellies, cream, shaved ice, sweet beans of two types and gelatin. It was not too sweet, difficult and messy to eat, and nothing I've ever had before. I would say it's a locals kinda thing. It's good but I would not order it again. The flan was as expected- smooth and delicious. I didn't finish my soup. They packed it up perfect with the veggies/toppings on the side and the broth separate from the meat. The container was spill proof. Lots of parking. Bathrooms were clean. Restaurant is busy and could be a little cleaner but it has an open, casual atmosphere.