Great place! The service was friendly and attentive, and the sushi was fresh, beautifully…read morepresented, and very generous in portion size. You definitely don't leave feeling like you paid for three decorative grains of rice and a philosophical experience. Everything we tried was delicious, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the portions made it feel like a genuinely good value. We'll absolutely be back

kuka sushi is my absolute favorite sushi restaurant in arizona!! the sushi, raw fish, and sashimi…read moreplates are absolutely heavenly and always so fresh. I've been countless times over the many years and I will always find myself coming back. I had it again recently after a while with 2 friends who've never been before and the seared tuna sashimi, sicilian hamachi, and surf n turf roll was delectable. the fish and sushi roll slices also seemed to be so much more bigger than I remembered, the portion sizes were hefty! I always love introducing my friends to kuka because of how good it is, and I have to tell them that after trying kuka no sushi restaurant will ever compare again lol sometimes the service is a little slow, so it's good to remember and get all your requests first thing in, or in the past I honestly have just gone up to the server myself and asked for whatever I needed. it's not super deterring for me though due to the amazing food that they have. I can't really speak for the quality of their non-sushi items however, as I do believe focusing on their sushi is the best way to eat here!

* Food: Rated 10 out of 10 for high quality * Ambience: Calm…read moreand relaxing, great for a chill time * Service: Friendly and efficient staff.

The food was actually very good, which makes the experience even more disappointing because the…read moreservice was absolutely horrible. We were a party of 12 visiting on vacation, and none of us are from the area. We ordered spam musubi and a chicken skewer as appetizers. Both appetizers arrived well after our entrees had already been served and we had essentially finished eating. Each time we asked about them, we were repeatedly told, "They're coming." Mind you, these are simple appetizers that should not take anywhere near that long to prepare. When we asked for the third time, we finally asked that the appetizers be cancelled since we had already finished our meal. At that point, the gentleman working the front area , tall, with red hair, loudly yelled from across the restaurant, in an extremely rude and confrontational tone, "It's already on the grill!" There was absolutely no reason to speak to paying customers that way. His response was unprofessional, unnecessary, and honestly created a very hostile and uncomfortable feeling during what should have been an enjoyable dinner, especially while our group was on vacation and simply trying to enjoy a meal together. When the appetizers eventually came out, we left them sitting there because we were already done eating and ended up taking them to go. He eventually told us they would be removed from the bill, which we appreciated, but that did not excuse the way the situation was handled. Again, the food was good, but good food does not make up for poor service and especially not for an employee speaking to customers in an aggressive and disrespectful manner. Management should seriously address how customers are treated, because the interaction with this particular employee overshadowed what could have otherwise been a good dining experience for our party of 12.

Daruma is one of my go-to spots for sushi in the Valley. The food is always good, the staff is…read morefriendly, and the service is great. The restaurant is also really clean, which is always a plus. I usually get the Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen with medium heat , along with the chicken karaage and gyoza. Everything has been really solid so far. For sushi, I'd definitely recommend the Rainbow Roll, Tiger Roll, and Jalapeños Pop Roll. If you like spicy food, the Jalapeños Pop Roll is a must-try. Really good ramen, sushi, and friendly service. I'll definitely keep coming back.

It the food was great!!! I love that more Japanese restaurants are popping up!…read more おいしいです!!! Service was standard The place was clean !

Family owned and operated. Exceptionally good food! Generous portions on everything from sushi -…read moreramens - meals! Quality ingredients, creative combinations, beautifully presented. Food court like setting. Never had an issue with seating right next to or across from their order/pick up counter. Cant go wrong!

One of the best sit downs. I enjoyed my dinner and the sushi was immaculate. Fresh. Flown in every…read moreWednesday very attentive staff and very friendly will. Be coming back 4-5 stars

We stumbled upon Shio and decided to stop in for lunch, and we're so glad we did! The service was…read moreexcellent--friendly, attentive, and happy to answer our questions and make recommendations. Everything we ordered was delicious. The Crispy Spicy Tuna was a standout, and we also loved the Beef Don and the Kimchi Fried Rice, each dish was flavorful. This was a fantastic find, and we'll definitely be back to try more!

What I got: Spicy miso ramen with butter…read more Tonkatsu ramen with black garlic oil Takoyaki Beef bulgogi Veggie egg rolls Fried squid legs Pan fried gyoza Saki bomb Let's start off with the appetizers. We got a free thing of veggie eggrolls due to them miss hearing one of our friends and thought we ordered it. It was nothing special though it tasted like the typical frozen mushy type wasn't very good. Disappointed on the takoyaki I had just one small piece of octopus inside of it and it was just all batter. Probably some of the worst type I've had. The fried squid legs. Were good can't really mess that up unless you mess the batter up pretty badly lol the Gyoza was very fresh tasting and had the perfect amount of crunch for pan fried now the tonkatsu ramen not the best in az but it was good not oily broth more thicker nooodles more on the thinner side and the pork was tender and egg made to the perfect softness for that gooey inside the beef bulgogi plate combo was good you can't really mess up Bulgogi so it tasted like any other Bulgogi. I had definitely didn't expect it to be so small though especially with how much you're paying I pay for less for way more at other places and they give me a good amount of onions on the bottom this place I barely got any onions underneath, and it was just all burnt on the bottom. So half of my onions were just stuck to the bottom and I couldn't get them off. The side dishes, though these are some of my favorite side dishes I've had at a Korean spot in Arizona. Super sucks because I would only wanna come back for the kimchi side dishes, but didn't really enjoy the food to an extreme amount to justify driving 30 minutes back and price , some items are a bit pricey, but most of the items are priced at the same as other places I've been but you get way less I really did like their kimchi, though it really was some of the best but man so far and nothing I'd want from that menu entree wise so I think it's worth checking out but I can't justify coming back

This place is small but mighty. It's the best sushi spot in the area, hands down…read more The fish was fresh, and it melts in your mouth. The service was attentive , fast, and warm. My beautiful date had the miso soup with tofu. The flavors were deep and flavorful. I will definitely come back.

Icho has quickly become one of my most favorite places to visit…read more The small interior seats only a few guests which makes it great for date nights and special outings with a few guests. However this allows the staff to be more directly invested in your experience and keep the same level of quality in each dish. The fish is always fresh. The sushi rolls are creative enough to stand out from your local sushi restaurant but not over the top that the flavors get so mixed up that you're not sure what you're eating. The star of the show is their truffle escolar. I can't say more than if you are a fan of sashimi, then you will want to get this to be the first and last dish you order.

At Blue Sushi, the food is absolutely delicious. Their vegan menu is extensive, and the majority…read more(if not all) of their fish is sustainably caught. On top of this, the service is absolutely phenomenal. We have come here twice, and Eric took care of us the first time, and LJ was our server the next. Both servers were incredibly attentive, and Eric even came to check in with us on our second visit! LJ had fantastic recommendations, and made us feel very taken care of and never rushed, even though the restaurant was quite busy! Our experience with the food, and Eric encouraged us to come back a second time, but LJ (and the entire team, from hosts to managers) will keep us coming back. The seating and general ambiance of the restaurant is beautiful as well, and very comfortable. They have a lot of booth seating, which is always preferred personally, but they have traditional seating as well! I would highly recommend Blue Sushi to anyone and everyone! One of the best restaurants in Arizona right now.

The reason why I have a three star is because this is my second time here and the service is not…read moregood. The food is good and on Sundays It's happy hour all day. Sundays are the time to go. I am a single female. I like to eat at the bar. This happens all the time to me. I think the servers and bartenders think because I'm a female eating alone that I don't tip good, I always tip 25% even if the service is so so. Today I'm having calamari and a cucumber salad which was really good. The bartender never checked on me, how my meal is ...she didn't bring eating utensils. I had to go to an empty table and get them and had to get salt and pepper from someone walking by.. The first time I came the food was good but again service was not. The bartender today seemed like she was unhappy being here, they aren't busy so that isn't an excuse. I have waited tables so I will always leave a good tip nut also let them know the tip was NOT because of good service and that it was disappointing... hoping this review helps. .

Discovered this gem in the neighbourhood and I've been obsessed ever since…read more I had never tried tonkotsu ramen so while I have nothing to compare it to, I found it delicious!!! Crave-able comfort food at a good price and the staff has been nothing but friendly. The dining room is a little small and their hours are limited so grab a seat when you can!

Cute little ramen spot! We started with the takoyaki, which wasn't bad, but it was just okay for…read moreme. We tried both the tonkotsu ramen and shio ramen, and honestly, both were decently good! The pricing is also very reasonable, which is always a plus. If I had one critique, it would be that the pork was a little too fatty for my preference. Overall, I enjoyed the ramen and would definitely come back for another bowl!

Food was great, Tristian service was good. , good music,…read morenice place to hang out and eat with friends.

Decent ramen spot. Service is quick and the seating is communal in the middle of place. Would come…read moreagain because of the variety of ramen flavors they offer.

I've been sick in bed all day. I have no food in my house and I've been so desperately hungry since…read moreI woke up. I tried to go out to get food but my head had been spinning and my lungs ached with every move I made. I finally, with the last $30 in my account, caved and got UberEats. I got myself the miso ramen and a Philadelphia roll and hoped that it would still be warm by the time it got to me. Fast forward 30 minutes and I get a knock at my door. I opened and saw Vinh, the driver, and a beautiful, picture-perfect, pink and blue Arizona sky framing him stood at my doorway with my meal. I grabbed the bag and thanked him, then sat and turned on Smosh read reddit stories and dug in. I would kill to relive that first bite again. I could feel my throat mending itself instantly with the warm broth. The spice was so perfectly hot. My sinuses were freed from their snotty prison for the first time in days. The pork was falling apart as I picked it up. God it was glorious. I can't remember the last time I felt so incredibly satisfied after getting food delivered. I feel the best I have in days thanks to this miracle soup. The roll was also fire. Type shi Thank you, Azusa Ramen & Sushi

Another ramen spot my boyfriend and I tried--and we loved it! We're total ramen fanatics, and this…read moreplace is such a hidden gem in Tempe if you're looking for quick service and great quality. Everything impressed us: the friendly service, the clean and inviting space, and how quickly the food came out. The ramen itself was excellent--the noodles had great texture, the broth was rich and comforting, and the toppings really made it shine. Plus, the price was super reasonable--under $20 for a hearty bowl. Even the edamame was spot on! Definitely a place we'll be coming back to soon.