We had a really good time here…read more The food is really fresh, the portions are great and our service was on point. One thing about me is I'm a sucker for octopus and I ended up getting the appetizer and the pasta with octopus and both were great but that appetizer stole the show. Also for an app we got the shrimp and pork egg rolls and their sweet chili sauce was amazing. My husband got the pork chop and we also got the pineapple upside down cake the the yuzu cheesecake that we forgot to take pictures of. We had no complaints about any aspect of our meal and we will definitely make our way back again.

WOW! This place is amazing! The food and drinks were excellent, the service was incredibly friendly…read moreand accommodating, and the prices were right where they should be for the quality and portions you get. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone in the area. They also have a great happy hour from 4-5 PM with some fantastic choices at very reasonable prices, which is an added bonus! We had a great experience and will definitely be back. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu!

Over the weekend we made another stop at Nori, and this time we decided to start with one of our…read morefamily's all-time favorite appetizers, Crab Rangoon. To be completely honest, it was the best we have had in a very long time. Our family takes Crab Rangoon seriously. Over the years we have probably ordered it in more than a thousand restaurants, and according to my mother, I have been eating it since the moment I could chew. One thing that immediately stood out at Nori was that they do not cut corners on the ingredients. The balance between the cream cheese and the crab was absolutely perfect, which is surprisingly rare. Too often restaurants overload the cream cheese and you can barely taste the crab. At Nori, the crab flavor actually shines through, which is exactly how it should be. The texture was just as impressive. Each piece was perfectly fried, light, crispy, and golden without being greasy. You could tell right away that the kitchen takes real pride in how they prepare their food. For anyone who loves Crab Rangoon the way our family does, this appetizer alone is worth the visit. The Culinary Duo officially gives it two very enthusiastic thumbs up. If you stop by Nori, make sure this is the first thing you order.

Came for a quick lunch. Decided to order a few appetizers and a roll…read more Everything was delicious!! Favorite was definitely the wings, 10 out of 10. This place has so much day light coming in and it's super clean. Wonderful server who answered all my questions Will come back to try more dishes soon.

WOW!!! My first time here…read moreOrdered Sushi, not very good. The shrimp and chicken temporary roll was So GREASY!! Barely any rice on the roll I sat at the Bar/sushi bar and there were "regulars' sitting there So rude and loud!!! Every other word from all of their mouths were " F this F that. MF so much!!! I WILL NEVER RETURN AND WILL DEFINITELY PASS THE WORD I EAT OUT A LOT AND CANNOT UNDERSTAND WHY THESE PEOPLE ARE ALOUD TO BE HERE ALSO FOOD WAS just not up to par

Really good hibachi Japanese. House salad with ginger dressing was very good. The lettuce was fresh…read moreand crunchy. dressing was zesty! Tomato's were fine and ripe. The hibachi steak was very moist. The shrimp and scallops were devine! Tender, moist, juicy and flavorful. Service was excellent. The fried Oreos are a must! For the birthday girl they came out with banging drums and a sign. Very sweet and appreciated

Went for lunch. Clean and quiet spot. The couple that run it were very nice... best sushi I've…read morehad in a long time.

Happened upon this place last night when our original dinner plan didn't work out. Reviews seemed…read morefavorable so in we went. I tried to look past the signs that greeted us indicating they're short staffed and if you're in a hurry, it might be best to try another day. Since it was empty at 7:30 on Friday night, I thought we'd be ok. We ordered a teriyaki steak bento dinner, a couple of sushi rolls, and a sushi/sashimi love boat for 2 along with miso soup for 3 of us and some edamame. The fish was quite fresh and overall tasty, and the love boat chef selections were pretty tame (tuna, salmon, white fish and peppered tuna sashimi, and similar sushi options plus scallop - the only one I really didn't like but that's a personal preference thing, not his fault). The sushi rolls didn't have a ton of rice, which suited me fine. The server was nice and made sure we had what we needed (refills, soy sauce, etc) throughout.

Great server! Great food! Great atmosphere! What more could anyone want?!…read more I ordered pineapple fried rice with chicken at a level two. It came perfectly seasoned with an over easy egg on top! Sooo good. I was surprised that in addition to pineapples there were also raisins so I'm glad I was able to add a bit more heat to it with the table side chili oil. Was really flavorful and cooked perfectly.

Food was fantastic and would definitely come back…read more Overall the price seemed to be a bit more expensive than expected, Thai Iced Tea was $5 a glass. Dinner entree and soup were reasonably priced though. Service could have been better too. It wasn't terrible but my waiter seemed awkward and took a really long time to do basic things like get my drink.

If you're anywhere near St. Johns and haven't tried Hana Sushi yet, you're missing out…read more The value is honestly hard to beat -- portions are generous, fish quality is excellent, and the pricing doesn't feel inflated like most places that serve sushi this fresh. You actually leave feeling like you got more than what you paid for. Service deserves its own spotlight. Michelle took care of us and she was top-notch -- attentive without hovering, quick, friendly, and genuinely made the experience better. The kind of service that turns dinner into a place you want to come back to regularly. And the food... super fresh, clean flavors, and beautifully prepared. Nothing tasted mass-produced or rushed. Every roll felt deliberate and well balanced. Great food, great service, great value. This is the kind of local spot you hope stays exactly the way it is.

The ambience and lighting is so peaceful and serene. The customer service is out of this world…read morefriendly. Food is fresh and high quality without being overpriced. Portions are great. By far my favorite sushi place in St. Johns!

Hubs & son love wings. I do not. They're messy, and I don't usually like to eat chicken skin…read more Bonchon may have changed my mind. Visiting my son & DIL this past weekend, both of my son's dining suggestions were wing-focused. But my vegetarian DIL (she eats some seafood) seemed to be more interested in Bonchon than the other potential spot, so I took her side to make our choice. I can usually find something to eat on any menu, in spite of my immature palette, and Bonchon was no exception. In fact, there are several other things I want to try now! We started with the Korean Cucumber Salad & Bao Buns with Pork Belly. No one that knows me will be surprised that the cucumber salad was much too hot for me. But here is something unexpected... I loved the cole slaw on the Bao Bun, and the sauces were complementary enough that the spice level was fine for me. I would definitely order the Bao Buns again, and try the other meats. For my meal, I ordered the Bibimbap with Bulgogi, and really enjoyed it. Their marinated beef was very tasty, and of course I love an egg on just about anything. Another (non)shock, I did not care for the Bibimbap Sauce because it was rather hot; I appreciated that it was served on the side. Hubs said the mushrooms & caramelized onions were very good, but I didn't eat either. Then I tried a Classic Crunch drumstick, and fell in love! Yes, I bit into it like y'all do, and ate the skin, too. What a delicious piece of chicken! I didn't even need a dipping sauce (& I can't remember what the boys chose anyway). My son insisted that I'd enjoy a Korean BBQ wing also, and I'm sure I would, but I was already getting full. Next time! Also for my next visit, my DIL got a Mopo Corndog as her appetizer (though she also ate a lot of the cucumber salad), and it looked amazing! The name was confusing (to me), but there is no hot dog inside, so I want to try one. Fried mozzarella & potato cubes! They have two versions, so of course I want to try both; although I'm rather skeptical about the sugar-cinnamon coating, I'm anticipating an unexpectedly delicious bite. Service was fantastic, although they weren't very busy yet on this Saturday evening. Our server was very attentive & friendly, and none of us waited for a new drink or refill. My son & DIL evidently visit often, so I'm sure we'll return. I wish we had a Bonchon location closer to us!

Food is excellent. Only issue is they sometimes don't put enough sauce on the chicken.read more

There are restaurants you try once, and then there are restaurants that quietly become part of your…read moreregular routine. For Susan and me, Green Papaya in St. Johns is definitely the latter. We've been dining here for more than two years, and every visit reminds us why it has earned a permanent place on our list of Favorite Tables Around Town. The atmosphere strikes a wonderful balance between upscale and comfortable. Whether you're planning a romantic date night, celebrating a special occasion, or simply craving exceptional sushi, Green Papaya delivers an experience that feels polished without ever feeling pretentious. We especially enjoy the side dining room, where the softer lighting creates an intimate setting that's perfect for lingering over dinner. We started this visit with the sampler appetizer, and it's one of the best ways to experience several favorites from the kitchen. The spring rolls were light and crispy, the coconut shrimp had just the right touch of sweetness, the chicken skewers were tender and flavorful, and the crab rangoon was rich, creamy, and perfectly fried. Susan couldn't pass up her favorite Tom Kha soup. If you enjoy bold flavors with a little heat, this soup is outstanding. The creamy coconut broth, fresh herbs, and spice create one of the most flavorful versions we've had anywhere. If you're sensitive to spice, just keep that in mind when ordering. Now let's talk about the sushi. As sushi lovers, we've worked our way through nearly every specialty roll on the menu over the years, and Green Papaya has never disappointed us. On this visit, the Tiger Roll earned one of our highest honors: our Best of the Best award. We don't hand that recognition out often. The Tiger Roll was beautifully presented and perfectly balanced. Every bite combined fresh fish, great texture, and layers of flavor that complemented each other instead of competing. It's the kind of roll you remember long after dinner is over and the one we'll recommend to anyone visiting for the first time. We also ordered the Tropical Roll with spicy scallops, mango, and white tuna. The sweetness of the mango softened the heat from the scallops beautifully, creating a combination that was refreshing, unique, and absolutely delicious. Service has always been friendly and attentive. One thing that makes Green Papaya a little different is the robot that helps deliver food throughout the restaurant. Our grandchildren absolutely love it, and it's always fun watching kids light up when it rolls by. For adults trying to enjoy a quiet conversation, it can occasionally be a little distracting, but it's certainly memorable and has become part of the restaurant's personality. Green Papaya isn't inexpensive, but quality sushi rarely is. The ingredients are fresh, the presentation is excellent, and the consistency keeps us coming back year after year. We'd much rather pay a little more for outstanding sushi than settle for something average. If you're looking for one of the best sushi restaurants in St. Johns, whether it's for date night, a celebration, or simply because you're craving outstanding sushi, Green Papaya deserves a visit. And when you go... Order the Tiger Roll. There's a reason it earned our Best of the Best award. You can also check out our photos to see why this has become one of our Favorite Tables Around Town.

Green Papaya Food Quality and Taste: 4/5…read more-Thai Egg Roll: 5/5 -Yummy Roll: 4/5 This was a great lunch. The egg rolls were super crunchy and the sushi roll was huge! I love anything with mango, so I had to get the yummy roll. This was a quick lunch for me, so I didn't try much. But there's a large menu with a variety of options. Service: 3/5 Service was fine. A little quick. Nothing particularly stands out, but it was completely fine. Atmosphere: 4/5 It's a nice atmosphere. Decor is nice. Music was nice and relaxing. Not too noisy. There's bar and restaurant seating to choose from. Value: 5/5 It was a nice value. Good serving sizes, nothing too expensive, and fast solid service. Opportunities for Learning: 3/5 This is a typical sushi restaurant. Many differ roles and combinations. So while not a whole lot to learn, you can learn something if you're looking.

Sunday AYCE Sushi with my brother, his gf and their baby for $28.95/person. Granted they do serve…read moremore than the regular AYCE menu for the other days such as more sushi rolls, sashimi and other items. The decor was nice and clean and the service was okay having multiple servers which can be quite excessive. I ordered the following: Sashimi - Tuna, Surf Clam, Ebi (Shrimp), Smoked Salmon, Yellowtail, Salmon, White Tuna, Octopus and Scallop. All tasted fresh and good. Shrimp Tempura Hand Roll (the cone sushi) - fresh, tasty and good to eat. Tokyo Roll - California roll w/spicy krab, crunchy, eel sauce on top. Fresh and good. Damon Special Roll - shrimp tempura, snow krab wrapped w/ soy paper and eel sauce. Good, however quite a lot of rice. Red Dragon - shrimp tempura, cucumbers, spicy tuna, spicy mayo and eel sauce. Fresh and delicious. Krab Rangoon - cream cheese, krab, green onions. Very flavorful and good, but a bit too sweet for me. Overall, it was good, however it seemed as if there was no flavor in the sushi rice which is imperative in sushi. Normally, you'll taste a bit of rice vinegar and slight sweetness, but it was quite unflavored. Other than that, everything else was good.

Tried this new AYCE sushi & hibachi in Bartram area based on reviews from another foodie social…read moremedia group. The restaurant is clean with decent amount of tables & seats, they also offer high chairs for toddlers. Kids 2-8 eat for free. 3 toddlers came with us so we were asked to pay for 1 one of which I think is reasonable. Gratuity is automatically added for a group with over 6 people. Food is as good as any other sushi/hibachi place. Sashimi is unfortunately only available during dinner service. No dessert on lunch menu. Cute hand roll presentation. Getting the steak bites (beef noodles) or steak side is probably the best part of my meal. As a starting restaurant, Tsunami definitely has a lot of room for improvement. When we walked in nobody's waiting at the entrance counter, just a sign please wait to be seated. We came in at lunch time, we waited about 5 minutes before someone took drinks order and then maybe 10 more mins for our entrees. The usual AYCE strategy. So make sure not to visit when you're in a hurry or dying to start eating cause even soup appetizers take time. Overall, $16.99 for a variety of food is not that bad.

Food was delicious, the service was great and the ambience extraordinary! Definitely recommend it!!!read more

Came to try this location out, it was different than the WGV location. To me the World Golf Village…read morefeels more like a cozy restaurant this one was more like a quick stop restaurant, didn't have the restaurant privacy feel. Service was a little slow, they did offer to seat us at two seprate tables and then move us to a larger table once available but I opted to wait. Waiter was great, food came quick, and it was tasty and well priced.