First time here and I was truly impressed! I literally had lunch just 2 hours before, but came with…read morea friend to try this place and I'm so glad I did. The girl helping us was so sweet and attentive. She recommended a pasta dish and it was SO good! The bread was super fluffy, and that garlic butter was to die for. Highly recommend this place. I'll definitely be back!

Momonoki has been on my list of restaurants to try since it first opened and I'm so happy I finally…read moregot to go this weekend! We went on Friday night and I was surprised that we were seated right away. The service was great and friendly and the restaurant itself felt cozy and high-end. We ordered the garlic parm fries, momonoki chicken wings, and dashi pesto. The garlic parm fries were crispy and fresh and were like the best version of a McDonald's or Potato Corner fry. I could smell the garlic as soon as the fries came to the table but unfortunately, the taste wasn't as strong as I was hoping. Still really delicious, but the high price point means I probably wouldn't order this again. The chicken wings came out next and they were HUGE. They were super juicy inside and the fish sauce glaze was strong and had a nice kick. I appreciated that despite being glazed, the wings were still pretty crispy. The slaw that came on the size was a little heavy on the mayo and had a bright peppery taste. Definitely a nice fresh component to an otherwise heavy meal. Finally, the dashi pesto came out and the udon was perfectly bouncy. The pesto had a subtle seafood flavor and was very herbaceous. Most pesto I'm used to pack more of a sharp, garlicky punch, but this one leaned heavily into the fresh basil which I enjoyed. The scallops on top were also cooked beautifully. I was a bit sad that we received each dish at very different times, the dash pasta coming out much much later than the fries but they did warn us after we placed our order that the kitchen would be very busy so I appreciated the heads up. All in all, I think this is such a fun and classy fusion restaurant and they executed very well.

Looking for a drink in the middle of the week? Kin is the place to go and hits the spot…read more My friends and I were sat down immediately at the bar for drinks, which was nice because we were trying to kill about 20 minutes. We got the Yuzu Fizz, Guava Calpico and Lychee Ume Margarita. Each drink was light and refreshing, and the star of the cocktails was definitely the fruity flavors. A solid way to start the night. The restaurant was bustling and it was clear everyone there was having a good time. Even though we were only at the bar for a short while, I could tell that this was a place I would definitely come back to.

Mango bango still one of my fav desserts. Tried the new chicken skin chips. Wish some pieces were…read moremore crispy. I think frying them another time would've been perfect. Great service and chicken karaage this time was the juiciest and most moist we've had here. Think changed sauce it comes with as it's yuzu aioli now which I prefer but I could be wrong

Leilani LE Was amazing server definitely recommend for promotion very professional very kind. Very…read morerespectful was very attentive. Made us feel comfortable. Would definitely recommend this restaurant 1000 out of 10%. She was amazing. Food was amazing. Ambience was amazing highly highly highly recommend this place. Best server ever.

Neil thank you for serving us, I loved it I had a great time here at shabuya 10/10 experience WILL…read morecome again

Place is not open hasn't been for about 3 weeks. They need to update this location…read more Closed probably under construction who knows

Might I say this might be the best ramen in the Orange County region! Ample parking in the lot…read morecoupled with friendly service. Takoyaki was made fresh and delicious as an appetizer. Would recommend. Spicy TanTan Ramen was superb. Great broth with chewy noodles. Loved the toppings. Not crazy spicy if you're worried. The Pork Belly Tonkatsu Ramen was visually pleasing and also packed with flavor. If you're a Tonkatsu fan, this is a must-try! Everyone please keep this place in business! I wanna go back for my next ramen fix.

やっぱり美味しいかった 結局ここにきちゃうな…read moreIt's worth driving from Riverside always!! They serve fresh tasty beautiful Kaisen don

So happy to visit Sushi Koto again and see that the quality is just as good and fresh and I…read moreremembered. Service was efficient and friendly. Ambiance is casual and comfy. Okhotsk Don: generous portions, fresh and beautiful ingredients, delicious sushi rice. I couldn't ask for a better bowl and love that it comes with miso rice and dessert. Saigo Don: a great option if you love yellowtail. Also came with miso soup. Thank you for always taking care of your customers!

First time here and everything was delicious…read more I ordered the gnocchi short rib pasta and hubby ordered the miso black cod. Also had the calamari and the truffle bread was amazing ! That's a must. The cocktails were tasty tried the espresso martini and the lychee spritz- both yummy. Definitely will be back !

Ini Ristorante is honestly one of those places where I can say that every single thing I've ordered…read morehas been absolutely delicious. From the spicy miso carbonara to the squid ink pasta and the braised short rib gnocchi, I've never had a dish here that I didn't enjoy. Everything is flavorful, well prepared, and feels like a lot of thought goes into each dish. The pizzas are also seriously good, especially the truffle and fungi pizza. It has so much flavor and is easily one of my favorites. Even the Caesar salad is delicious, which says a lot because sometimes salads can be an afterthought at restaurants like this. The appetizers are just as good too, the truffle cheese bread and puff bread are both absolutely worth trying. I also really like the overall ambiance. It has that nice fine-casual dining feel where you can dress up a little and have a nice dinner, but it still feels comfortable and welcoming. It can get a little loud at times when it's busy, but honestly, that's really my only minor complaint. Overall, Ini Ristorante is one of those places where I feel confident ordering pretty much anything on the menu because everything I've tried so far has been amazing. I'll definitely keep coming back to try more of their dishes.

Hakata-Ramen NEVER disappoints!…read more BESTEST Ramen EVER!! Ramen is imported from Japan! Service is top tier! I feel like I'm in Japan with the music and the staff speaking in Japanese! I love it!!

Karage and takoyaki are a must…read more Yakitori faves - Gizzard, cartilage, chicken thigh with green onion and sauce, Can't order ramen on this side. Need to go next door for that.

Made reservation easily through open table. The restaurant doesn't have noticeable signage and…read morethere is a restaurant called Momonoki a couple of doors down, which is a little confusing. We originally booked for a table but found out bar seating was available upon arrival, which was a great experience. It was nice to have such a nice view of what the chefs are doing and interact with them. The restaurant is very clean and has great attention to detail. The lunch omakase was delicious. Simple, but great food.

I had an extremely disappointing experience at this restaurant, especially because I had chosen it…read moreto celebrate my mother's birthday. What should have been a special evening was completely ruined by the behavior of one staff member, who appeared to be either a server or manager. I had made a reservation, but when we arrived, he could not find my name. We wanted to order omakase and sit at the counter, but he insisted that counter seating required a reservation. We explained that we did have a reservation. Although the situation was confusing, I remained understanding and we were eventually seated. After sitting down, I politely asked for both hot water and ice water. My mother needed the hot water to take her medication. The restaurant is relatively small, but this employee appeared overwhelmed and repeatedly went in and out of the kitchen without bringing the water we had requested. When it was time to order, I ordered two omakase meals along with the $100 set. He told me that it was "too much," followed by several comments that did not clearly explain what he was recommending, and then simply walked away. Because my mother needed to take her medication, I politely reminded him again about the hot water. Instead of simply helping us or explaining that he needed a few minutes, he responded impatiently and told me that he was busy and that I should stop rushing him. At that point, I told him that I understood the restaurant was busy, but providing water and communicating with guests are basic parts of restaurant service. Customers come to spend money and share meaningful moments with family--not to be lectured for asking for something as simple as hot water. His response was shocking. He became confrontational and told us to leave. What made the situation even more disturbing was that he began recording us on his phone without informing me beforehand. Because I felt I needed to document what was happening, I then recorded the interaction as well. There were other customers present who witnessed the situation. We were simply waiting for hot water, yet the situation escalated into an unnecessary confrontation. I understand that restaurants get busy, and I have no problem waiting when employees communicate professionally. This was not about waiting a few extra minutes for water. It was about the attitude, the lack of basic hospitality, the confrontational behavior, and the way the situation was handled. The food at this restaurant may be good, but hiring or allowing someone to interact with customers this way can seriously damage a restaurant's reputation. No customer celebrating a family member's birthday should be treated this way. I sincerely hope the owner reviews what happened, speaks with the employees who were present, and takes this matter seriously. This experience ruined my mother's birthday dinner, and I intend to follow up with management regarding what occurred. A special occasion that we were looking forward to became one of the worst restaurant experiences I have had.

Kappo Honda is such a wonderful place to wind down with a beer and some good casual food. I sat at…read morethe counter, but they're cooking such a large volume of food that they've put up a big screen between the chiefs and the diners to avoid a large amount of smoke moving into the dining area. I got to watch the process a bit which was cool! I think anything you order here will probably be good, especially paired with a couple cold beers. You MUST get some skewers of course, my favorites being anything pork belly and chicken skin. I also highly recommend any charred meat, like the steak or marinated short ribs. Fried foods are also great drinking foods, so the takoyaki is a safe bet and the tempura was delicious. Honestly, get a wide variety with some friends, try everything and have a good time.

TLDR: It's easily one of my favorite Japanese restaurants. It's not because everything I ordered…read morewas the best, but it's because everything I ordered was either above average or podiums on my list. I think the price was also reasonable, which is all one could ask for when dining out. Chicken Teriyaki: I really enjoyed this, because I rarely go to Japanese restaurants that serve chicken teriyaki outside of a side dish in ACYE. The chicken is juicy, the teriyaki sauce is just the right hit. Not too salty, a hint of sweet, and the dish overall is generally light. A great complement to the rolls, yakitori, ramen, or whatever. Kyushu Ramen: I will admit that this ramen will fall on the pile of "generic ramens that non-specialty stores sell". However, there is nothing wrong with ordinary, if ordinary means that a restaurant is proud to serve something at a respectable price with a solid taste. Beef Tongue: It's no secret that beef tongue is good. The problem is finding an establishment that can cook it well. Kappo Honda does it well, and they offer a very good diving board to those who want to try it for the first time. Bay Scallop with Pork: I like it when I see an item on the menu that has a few words, and I taste all the flavors that the words communicated. You get the taste of pork the first second, then the burst of scallop on the first or second chew. A nicely designed stick overall. Service: Nothing special. They ask what you want, they give you what you want, you pay, and leave. I would say it'll take you a second to take the menu in, so try to see if the staff could help you out with options. Ambiance: It's a sizable place, but it feels small because of all the seats packed in. I enjoyed it because it gives a very Japanese vibe. The inside of the restaurant is full of autographs of famous people who dined at some point, very Japanese.

One of my go-to Japanese BBQ spots. The atmosphere is cozy and comforting. The service is exactly…read morewhat you'd expect from a traditional Japanese restaurant -friendly, attentive, and professional. They check in just enough to make sure you have everything you need while still letting you enjoy your meal. The quality of the meat is consistently great, especially considering the prices. You really get great value for the quality you're receiving. They also have an impressive selection of sake and shochu. One thing I don't think gets talked about enough is the ventilation. Somehow, I always leave without smelling like I spent the evening standing over a grill.

Ample parking + friendly service + dimly-lit interior. We came on a weekday night so it wasn't too…read morebusy. Our server took the time to help us order and give recommendations which we appreciated! We ordered: -- fresh beef tongue x2 -- chopped onion beef tongue -- egg soup -- yukke raw beef -- kobe outside skirt -- salted pork belly Everything was delicious! Meat was tender and seasoned well. I would recommend pretty much everything I got though the pork belly can be skipped. A little on the pricier side. :)