Extremely well done. I showed up at the end of the day looking for some food and a beer, and I was…read morevery happy with the overall experience. The space was nicely decorated. The staff were extremely helpful. I mentioned I was looking for vegetarian options, and the bar tender thoughtfully guided me through the various options on both the tapas and ramen menus. That made for a great experience. In terms of the food, I opted for the miso eggplant and the garlic butter broccoli. Both were excellent. The miso eggplant is served as well cooked Japanese eggplant with a light tempura treatment and somewhat sweet miso glaze. Not too heavy, but still delicious and nicely textured. The broccoli was perfectly cooked with lots of flavor. It made for a nice pairing. In terms of beer, they had a few different local beers on tap. I went for a local pale ale. Great. In any case, this place is highly recommended. I suspect their vegetarian ramen would probably be pretty good, but that was a little heavier than what I was looking for. It was nice to have a few other vegetable forward options available as a backup.

I would give this a 5/5, but the waitress was a bit odd and weirded us out. We had already eaten a…read moredinner at a different restaurant, but wanted a snack so we split a ramen, I assume it's taboo because the waitress kept asking if we wanted more or anything else like 3X & we kept letting her know this was the only thing we wanted since it was a rainy day we were craving something with a broth. The entire bowl was phenomenal & I wished we had gone back there, the boiled egg they gave was also roasted and the bamboo shoots were fresh, the meat so tender and juicy, and the broth is very tasty!! I craving it while typing and a watery mouth! My partner and I shared a Miso Ramen and I wish we had something similar where I live!!! The decorations were cool and retro and the staff were nice, just an odd waitress but food is amazing!

I've been coming here for over nine years, and if there's one thing I can count on in this world,…read moreit's this soup. Simple, flavorful, and unapologetically authentic--no frills, no gimmicks, just damn good Chinese noodles. Every friend I bring here walks away converted because, well, it's just that good. Nothing's changed after all these years, and in a city where menus evolve faster than trends, that's a rare and beautiful thing. Bonus? It won't drain your wallet like some of the fancier spots trying (and failing) to do the same thing.

My husband and I split the crispy tofu appetizer. It had a tiny sweet and sour sauce with it. Very…read moregood! My husband is vegetarian and there were loads of options for him on the menu, easily identifiable with V or VN for vegan. They also have gluten free options. If you are looking for Chinese style noodles and soup, this is your place.

everything was so yummy and crispy. thanks for having us. shrimp chow fun was standout for meread more

This spot was truly amazing ! I'm a dumpling snob and they hand make all their dumplings…read more Must haves are the schezuan pork and shrimp dumplings , garlic green beans , mushroom dumplings , the soup dumplings . Great service with Stephen and also prices right! I'll Be back. Just go !

We were headed elsewhere when we spotted the menu on the window. The menu was the magnet but the…read morefood, service and ambiance sold it. First, beg for a bar seat. You get a free show from the chefs wearing black pants, white jackets and hats. These folks can cook! Fried rice with chicken was excellent as was stir-fry noodles and chicken. Both meaty and satisfying. Very tasty steamed vegetable dumplings (a six-pack) on the side. Waters to drink but beer was available. A very satisfying $40 dinner on Sunday night. You gave a ton of choices along Biltmore; this one will surprise you've .

Went a few times over the years and most recently this summer. I'll say this past visit wasn't as…read moregreat as other times I've gone but for the most part it's still a solid choice. **the main thing that I feel they don't do as great are the soup dumplings, which is a go-to item there. Soup is ok but the dumpling itself aren't as strong and much more easier to fall apart. Also got the Karaage again and it's the same good fried chicken we've always gotten. Service was good, plenty of servers there and you have somewhat an open kitchen to see some cooks. Would recommend.

Incredible pho!!! I see why this place is always voted top restaurant/asian restaurant in South…read moreAsheville year after year. The pho broth was delicious. Asked for a few extra limes which enhanced the flavor even more, along with sriracha to taste. Fresh spring rolls were good but had too much lettuce and not enough mint/basil. Parking lot out front has plenty of parking. There are a few outdoor tables, not sure if they are used for dine in.

Interesting place, beautiful decor. Very busy with about 15 tables. We were not sure what to order…read morebecause the place specializes in Poh. We saw some exquisite dishes come to tables around us. We ended deciding on the safe route. We ordered hot egg rolls, dumplings and garlic wings as appetizers and followed with chicken fried rice. Three thin egg rolls deep fried, almost like cigars, and sweet and savory sauce. There were 5 dumplings ... just delicious with the soy based sauce. Five chicken wings rounded out the start. We wanted them extra crispy - the kitchen did not execute. Fried rice was perfect - crunchy with plenty of protein, a combination of shrimp and chicken. Portion size was large. Would definitely return. Classic flavors, friendly service and good value. Highly recommend without any reservations. Enjoyed the experience.

Their service and attention to detail was amazing! My red curry came out really quickly on a busy…read moreFriday night. It was delicious! I appreciated the outdoor seating option. There's more parking behind the building!

Came here on a Friday night with my family of four and got seated within a few minutes. We ordered…read moretom kha chicken soup, pad Thai tofu, Khao soi, beef pho, coconut rice, and ginger lemonade. The tom kha was overly salty and the ginger lemonade was really sweet. Pad Thai and Khao soi were ok. Beef pho was terrible. Service was quick and good but the portion sizes were really small. Casual spot with reasonable prices. Definitely had much better Thai food but maybe this is typical for Thai food in this area? Note: The owner personally came out to apologize for the quality of the food and removed the disappointing items off of the bill, which I appreciate and was really kind of them.

We walked by Ukiah the night before and immediately noticed how beautiful the outdoor patio was and…read morehow amazing everything smelled. We saw that they were booked for the entire weekend, so we figured we'd try our luck the next night around 5 PM. Luckily, we were able to get seated right away outside! We opted for the chef's menu, which includes several pre-planned courses and is a great way to try a variety of things. There was definitely A LOT of mushroom throughout the tasting, which was a little tough for me since I don't love mushrooms. I'll eat a little, but it was surprising how frequently they were incorporated into the courses. That said, there were some definite standouts. My favorites were the wagyu appetizer, which they said is exclusive to the tasting menu, all of the raw dishes, and the pastrami brisket. And honorable mention to the desserts -- they were seriously to die for! I just wish I had more room to eat more. Our server was attentive without being overbearing, and it was such a lovely evening sitting outside in the warm weather next to the aesthetic fireplace. The pacing of the tasting menu was a little odd at times, but it ultimately worked. Best bite of the night though was the pastrami brisket with the pickled kimchi, sesame bbq sauce, pickle, a little salt, and a little wasabi...will be dreaming of this!! I definitely want to come back and try more from the regular menu. There were a lot of things that sounded amazing, and I think I'd enjoy being able to pick and choose the dishes myself!

Since my husband and I were staying at a hotel right around the corner, I thought this would be the…read moreperfect place to celebrate our 21st anniversary. We had made a reservation previously and were sat immediately when we arrived. From beginning to end, everything was absolutely fantastic. I started with the sake flight and my husband had the whiskey flight. For our meals, we decided to do the tasting meal so we would have a variety of foods. Both the drinks and food were beyond exceptional. I couldn't tell you my favorite dish because everything was just so good. Even though the portions were small, by the time we left, we were absolutely stuffed. I would definitely recommend this place for anyone wanting to celebrate something special, or want a great experience. I'm definitely going to tell friends and family they should visit as well.

Amazing value for some heart warming Ramen! Honestly, after a long day of hiking up in the Smoky…read moreMountains, I was craving a warm and savory meal that would soothe my soul and appetite. I found this location! Service was superb! Both friendly and proactive + warm. Also the ambiance/interior decor is like stepping into Japan! The seafood ramen features grilled shrimp, fish cake, crabstick, scallions, and a boiled egg in a rich, 6-8 hour simmered broth. Honestly, you could tell! This is hands down some of the best ramen that I have ever had! Pure love in a bowl! The broth was filled so flavorful and smooth, and the seafood was all juicy!!! Mmm, I am reliving the moment just writing this review. I would return for sure! Check this place out! Cheers!

We stopped by here on a whim not checking the rate but overall it was good. The service was fast…read moreand friendly. The ambiance was just a tad let down between traditional style combined with dragon ball posters. Coming from Japanese person, I appreciate the love of Japan but dude come on... we got original ramen and overall it was good. The soup was not what I expected. I think it was tonkotsu? Chashu brought my score down cause chashu needs to be thin to soak the flavor. We got thick piece of blubber which my daughter had a hard time chewing.

I come to Asheville every week to work with my team and we have to come here at least once a week…read more The food is fresh, tasty, and vegetables are vibrant in their color and crunchy in their taste. The crab Rangoon appetizer is one of my favorites! It is crisp on the outside and creamy on the inside and they're small so you can easily eat the order yourself. If you like Thai, you have to try Bee Thai! Don't forget the chili sauce.

I was craving Khao Soi again...so stopped in here on my drive back home…read more This turned out to be more of an eatery...in that you order your foods in line, then they deliver it to your table. The place was a very casual, hole-in-the-wall type place...but the foods seemed really authentic. Although everything was pretty much self-service, the staff was very friendly. So I ordered the Khao Soi w/ Chicken and Shrimp. An expensive noodle dish ($22?), but my bowl was loaded with Shrimp so I didn't mind. While the flavor was good, I found the broth a bit too thick to drink it all in. Thai Iced Tea was good, but a bit skimpy in portion despite its price point. In any case, I got to enjoy this Thai dish again. If I was to return here, I'll probably try something else.

Delicious, authentic Asian cuisine that adjoins a wonderful grocery store. I will be back!read more

My husband and I stopped in for lunch for the first time yesterday. I ordered the red curry with…read morechicken, and he ordered the sesame chicken. The total for our two meals was over $40, and close to $50 with tip. Unfortunately, neither dish met our expectations. The chicken in my red curry was chewy, somewhat slimy in texture, and lacked flavor. After a few bites, I didn't want to continue eating it. The vegetables also seemed undercooked, not just al dente, but almost raw. The curry sauce itself wasn't bad, but it was a bit watery and heavily seasoned with red chili flakes, which made it difficult to taste the curry flavors. My husband's sesame chicken was also tough and difficult to chew. We were surprised to see an additional charge of nearly $4 for substituting fried rice, as that wasn't mentioned when ordering. I really wanted to like this restaurant because it's close to home and we don't have many options for this type of cuisine nearby. Unfortunately, our first experience was disappointing.