The food, drinks, service, and ambiance were all top-tier! I'll definitely be going back. If you…read morevisit, make sure to order the wings and the Jamaica Mezcalito; you won't regret it!

Great cocktails, incredible food, great vibe and amazing service. Highly recommend. Check out the…read morebathroom, the mirrors are wild and the decor in general is really fantastic. Will go back for sure.

Found my new asian food spot. What a surprise. My colleague and I were in the mood for Chinese food…read moreand found this restaurant and thought we'd give it a try. Everything we ordered was awesome! Our server (who was super friendly) recommended the Shrimp & Pork Shumai for the appetizer. She also suggested the Thai drunken noodle. Oh man, this was one of the best drunken noodle I've ever had (w/chicken). My colleague ordered the Crispy Mandarin Chicken and he also said it was delicious. Can't wait to come back and try their other dishes.

I got food to go. We got an appetizer, Hong Kong BBQ pork bun, which neither of us liked. It is a…read morefluffy soft bun filled with pork. We ordered a Pad Thai Shrimp and Thai Drunken combo- beef, chicken and shrimp. These dishes were good. I liked the flavors of the Thai Drunken combo. My boyfriend ate his whole dish, the Pad Thai shrimp, so I didn't get a taste. He said we probably won't order from them again, but it is close by and it tasted good. The staff was friendly and quick. The guy after me asked for hot sauces. So then I knew to ask for them. They didn't offer, but once I asked, they gave them to me.

Man, the sweet tea was absolutely delicious. Food was…read moreamazing Nice and small place and it shows how good the food was because of how busy they were. Awesome place and great place to eat.

Food was quick and delicious and I was in and out on a busy lunchtime. Service was great. Would…read morerecommend!

Roppongi is so legit. We went here the first night they were open. The Hot Rock steak is a really…read morecool dining experience. And that crab tower is really neat. The half price apps from 4-6 are where it's at. They're super affordable. Been here 3 times and it's just great every time. Plus they have NA Asahi. The Sweet & Sour Calamari. Damn. It's probably the best calamari AND sweet & sour sauce I've ever had. I'm picky about that sauce too. Like really it's that good. I hope this place actually sticks around because it's so good. Everyone who works here is super good at what they do too. Super nice people. Oh, and ocean views.

Roppongi Asian Bistro is a restaurant and bar serving Asian fusion cuisine…read more AMBIANCE Coastal, modern SERVICE Staff were friendly and helpful. Food was freshly made. FOOD 5/5 Shishito peppers: stir fried hot in oil and served with bonito flakes - some shishito peppers were spicy while most others were mild PARKING Streetside

Absolutely LOVED. The service, the ambiance and the food. Get the broccolini, just get it…read more Definitely coming here the next time I want some apps and a drink can't recommend enough

We ate dinner here for our friends bachelorette and Kate is the best server we've had. So many good…read morerecommendations, treated us the best and the sweetest girl ever. If you come by ask for Kate!! She's the best. Food and drinks both 10/10, will definitely be back.

Mahal Mahal. First off, I'm half Filipino. I'm fusion to the core. Stopped in because, gotta…read moresupport but DANG!!!!!!!!! This flavor is dynamic AF. It's like Kuyah hooked it up with style. My goodness if you're looking for banging dishes and stellar world class customer service and that asain fusion hospitality , this is a worth adding a stop to your GPS. Music comfort and very nice and tidy. 5 +++ stars!

Oi Fusion in Carmel Mountain is a casual Asian fusion spot with bowls, fries, wings, desserts, and…read morehonestly a menu where everything sounds good. One of my favorite things about this place is how easy it is. You order on the kiosk, grab a seat, and your food usually comes out within like 10-15 minutes. The inside has a lot of seating and even games like Jenga which makes it feel like a fun spot to hang out for lunch. I didn't interact much with service since I used the kiosk, but the worker upfront was really friendly and even brought my takeout to my table. This time I tried the Dynamite Crawfish Bowl and the Dynamite Fries. The bowl comes with crawfish, rice, dynamite sauce, eel sauce, seaweed, sesame seeds, and pickled radish on top. The fries normally come with sweet potato fries but I swapped mine for regular fries because I just wasn't feeling sweet potato that day. The fries were honestly kind of underwhelming. It was basically fries with dynamite sauce and only a few pieces of garlic confit, which was the part I was most excited for. They weren't bad, just really underwhelming. I honestly think the sweet potato fries probably would've worked better with the flavors. The crawfish bowl though was really good. The crawfish had this slight smoky flavor to it like it was lightly torched and they give you a lot in each bite. The rice was fluffy and cooked perfectly and the pickled radish on top helped cut through all the richness from the sauces. Everything worked really well together flavor wise. My only complaint is that halfway through the bowl the flavors started blending together a little too much and it gets boring, but overall it was still super satisfying and filling. Definitely still one of my favorite quick lunch spots in Carmel Mountain and somewhere I'd bring friends because the menu has so many good options. Their dessert menu also sounds insane so I already know I'll be back.

Wow! I really loved my food here!…read more I had just come across the street from the candle making place & needed to kill some time, but this was a wonderful surprise! I ordered the fallen monk (pulled pork) stone pot & made sure to make it spicy. I opted for noodles in mine & my bf got the beef over rice. We both added eggs. We tried each others & loved them both quite a lot. We ordered Oolong hot tea with honey & it was such a beautiful pairing for the food. Their tea + honey were both a nicer flavor than usual. Our waitress was pretty cool. She had a chill, sweet vibe about her & really helped us make great decisions. We got seated at dinner time on a Saturday, but somehow managed to beat the "rush." It filled up mostly, yet wasn't crazy, which is nice.

Still love East Village!…read more The rule here is you place your order, always get an app if your dinner is the monk pot, because you'll have to seriously wait 10 minutes after the food comes or your lips will melt off. It's SO worth it though. My go to is the fried spring roll which are rolled up fat boys filled with fresh vegetables that are then deep fried and served with a sweet chili dipping sauce. I then always order the monk bowl with ribeye. The blend of crispy rice on the bottom of the pot, mixed with vegetables, the protein of choice and the egg on top creates a masterpiece. Add the two sauces that come to the table and it's a dream come true. The hubby added chicken this time but said he much prefers the steak, salmon, or shrimp. We've had their dynamite fries a few times and sub out carnitas for ribeye instead. Their fried coconut shrimp is a delight as well.

Garlic noodles were soooo good, added shrimp and mushrooms. Service was smooth, no issues or…read morehiccups. Restaurant is also very cute and aesthetic on the inside :)

Their birria pho it's delicious! Also their customer service is perfectly attentive. All of the…read morewaiters are nice and friendly

Such a special evening at ANIMAE…read more Led by Executive Chef and James Beard Award Finalist Tara Monsod, ANIMAE brings a personal, deeply cultural perspective to San Diego's fine-dining scene. One of the things I appreciate most about Chef Tara Monsod is how she stays true to the Filipino dishes and flavors so many of us grew up with, while still finding a way to elevate them beautifully. The Tuna Kinilaw, Crispy Pig Ear, Short Rib Kare Kare, and Pork Tomahawk Tocino were all standouts. Each dish still felt unmistakably Filipino, but Tara brought her own creativity through technique, texture, presentation, and refinement. The Short Rib Kare Kare felt familiar and comforting, but completely elevated. And the Pork Tomahawk Tocino was such a fun interpretation of a flavor so many Filipinos recognize instantly. Then came dessert. We tried the Sticky Rice Crème Brûlée, Chocolate Crémeux, Buko Pandan, and Matcha Mousse. I especially loved seeing Buko Pandan, another familiar Filipino favorite, presented in such a polished and creative way. And we absolutely LOVED our waitress, Joy! Her enthusiasm for the menu was contagious. She was genuinely passionate about recommending the different dishes and explaining them to us, which made the experience even more fun. And I have to give her extra credit because her Filipino pronunciations were on point! We noticed, Joy! That is what I love about Tara's food. She respects where these dishes come from and keeps the heart and soul of the flavors intact, while still making them feel fresh, sophisticated, and completely her own. And what made the evening even more special was Tara taking the time to come visit with us after coming over from her other restaurant, Le Coq. She was gracious enough to stop by our table and spend some time visiting with us. Such a thoughtful gesture and such a wonderful way to end an already memorable evening. Amazing food, incredible service, beautiful surroundings, wonderful company, and a chef helping Filipino cuisine shine in such a beautiful way. Definitely a night to remember.

The chef that I had an interview with made me wonder what is the work culture is like behind the…read moreclosed door especially after she is being so disrespectful? I drove about 30 minutes there and back for an interview, only to find that the chef interviewing me did not seem to know I was coming or have any information about my resume. That immediately caught me off guard. She then proceeded to criticize my skills, even though my resume clearly explains that my experience comes from years of hands on work rather than culinary school. If my background was considered unsuitable, I'm not sure why I was invited to interview in the first place. Gas is 7 dollars a gallon now. Come on! Stop the disrespect! I also expected the interview to be a two way conversation where I could learn about the restaurant, the position, and the company culture. Instead, the conversation focused almost entirely on criticizing my qualifications. I was genuinely excited when I first saw this restaurant and was even looking forward to dining there as a guest. Unfortunately, the way I was treated completely changed my impression. If this is how prospective employees are treated during an interview, it makes me wonder what kind of respect she gives behind the doors. Probably none. Not every candidate has to be the right fit, but basic professionalism and respect should always go both ways.

First time here and really enjoyed the food and the environment. The menu had so many great…read moreoptions, must come back again. Pim, was a wonderful host!

Went for the happy hour. Nice cocktail selection and food selections on the HH menu. The drink was…read morewell made and very tasty. The HH food was delicious and half priced...now that's what I'm talking about!! We sat on the outside patio which has beautiful decor. The inside is just as beautiful. The service was outstanding from the hostess, waiters and even chef (who came by to see how we liked the food). Overall, a good place to visit if you're in the area....it can be a bit pricey but hey that's to be expected...it's LaJolla