Wow!! What an incredible experience we had at Kasai Scottsdale…read more This place has a very luxurious feel and the service is top notch. We came in for a birthday party & got one of the Teppanyaki tables. Our waiter was awesome & the Chef for the table was well suited for the job! He was so fun and cracked a lot of jokes that everyone enjoyed. He kept everyone engaged throughout the entire experience. He made everyone at the table catch rice in their mouths- even if it took 5-6 tries per person The food was delicious - the portions were on point. The prices were fair. It's on expensive side, but part of the cost is definitely for the experience, which is well worth it. All in all, everyone had an amazing time. This is the perfect place to come with a group to share some laughs and create a memory that nobody will forget. It is so fun to see your meal cooked right before your eyes & interact with the chef throughout. I've been to similar places in the past & none of them compare to Kasai! We will definitely be back!

Food was fantastic. The passion fruit martini was 10/10, perfect amount of sweet and tart. Our chef…read morewas so fun and kind and the steak was super yummy. The price was confusing. $30 service charge?? And that's not inclusive of tip? Our total bill was $178 so that would be a 16% service charge which is insane. Usually service charges are a few percent to help cover small costs like cc processing, to-go packaging, things like that. So then on top of that I had to tip of course as I don't want to not give the chef nothing. Just seems a bit extreme. Everything is already on the expensive side which is fine as it's a nice restaurant but the additional service charge was too much. Also the percentage options were incorrect. The amount it told me to tip to make it 18% was actually 26%. Probably an issue with their POS and not them but seems like a money grab and something they should prioritize fixing.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND 10/10…read more A regular for my household. The food is delicious, the service is great and the chefs make the overall experience memorable. Nice presentation, stand out flavors, and a must visit dining destination for those seeking a good time and culinary artistry in one unforgettable evening

Had a reservation at 6:45. Didn't sit down until 7:45…read more I ordered mahi mahi and it was dry and not much flavor. Vegetables were very undercooked very hard. Rice was ok. Service was good with attention paid to our drinks. Would not go back. For this price I'd go elsewhere for a good steak dinner. Also as to be expected it was very very loud. I didn't ding the review for that it was all the rest.

Popped into this place for our last meal before leaving AZ and it did not disappoint! We were the…read morefirst people in. When we walked in it had a very fishy smell, so it kind of made us second guess our choice. But we went for it anyhow. The greeter/server was very pleasant and sat us. It was very clean inside with ample space between seat. We browsed through the menu and started with our usual edamame and pot stickers. The edamame was salted well throughout where a lot of places just put the salt on top only. We ordered a couple varieties of sake which were both good. Out of all of the things we ordered the karange skewer was just a little more oily than were use to, but still good. The spicy salmon roll had really great flavor and the lollipop roll was probably one of the better versions that we have had. The musubi was giant to say the least, it was good, but offered a bit too much rice. Overall the food and service was great and we were very happy that we ended up here!

On a Sunday evening, after checking out the Desert Botanical Garden, I was looking for some food in…read morethe area. I came across Zu Izakaya and it's great reviews as one of the options. I love Japanese food so my decision was made. I drove over and parked in their complimentary lot. Ambiance (3.5/5): I've been to Japan and there are plenty of izakayas there. Think of them as small bars which often serve solid food. Zu fits that bit. It's a relatively small restaurant, probably seats about 30 people. and it's pretty no frills for a Japanese spot. I was seated at a booth in the corner of the restaurant. They have free WiFi which is always a good touch. Service (3/5): Service was friendly, though a bit inconsistent. My waitress wasn't as attentive as I would have liked. The type of service where you have to flag them down to get what you want and to close out. Drinks (4/5): Zu has a nice menu of Japanese and Korean beverages, including sake, soju, Japanese beer, and more. With that being said, I just had an iced green tea. Food (4/5): I got a nice variety. I went with the Japanese sausage off of the grill menu, the OBI mayo roll off of the sushi menu, and the cheese corn off of the appetizer menu. Let's start with the sausage. It's a small item, two small sausages, but absolutely delicious. The sausage was bursting with flavor and basted in a sweet sauce. Minus the portion size, perfection. The cheese corn also hit the spot, but the execution was off. The corn is served on a hot platter, and unfortunately some of the corn on the edges was badly burnt. The type of situation where they should start over. Which they didn't. Lastly, the OBI mayo roll is essentially a California roll with marinated warm shrimp on top in a mayo sauce. I didn't love the hot and cold combo (shrimp and sushi), but outside of the temperature, it was a delicious roll. All in all, a very food meal. My only gripe with Japanese food is that it can get expensive quick. Given that Zu is in Tempe, I was hoping that prices would be a little cheaper. With that being said, they do have a solid happy hour (and reverse happy hour) with both food and drink specials. Next time I stop by, I'd like to check out some of their Korean options. I focused on the Japanese stuff this time (which makes the majority of the menu). Next time around, the bulgogi is calling my name!

First time here and I was not disappointed. All of the staff were friendly and helped each other…read morerun food and refill waters, which isn't something you see much of these days. We were there at around 5pm and it wasn't too busy, but there was a steady flow of diners coming in and out. Seating is ample, with outdoor, bar, sushi bar, and regular table options. I ordered two rolls: hot havana and mango roll. Both were delicious and the mango was juicy! The purple rice was super fun and set them apart from other sushi spots. I also ordered the miso soup to start. The food came out quickly. My only "complaint" is there aren't a ton of classic roll options. But this is a more upscale sushi restaurant, so it isn't surprising. I will keep this place in my list of spots to hit when I'm looking for a bite to eat in DTPHX.

My only downside was towards the end of our meal when we waited extremely long for our 2nd round of…read morethe wagyu nigiri and our desserts... even the waiters were frustrated with the kitchen because of how backed up/slow it became especially since I suppose the chef came back from break? But I know tables around us were starting to be fed up as well. Despite this, our waiter did cover 1 of the desserts which was nice. And overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the decor and the food. My favorite was honestly the wagyu nigiri and uni nigiri, but everything was delicious. I loved the scallops temaki, loved the mango roll (something different) and the toro sashimi. The burnt cheesecake with caviar was also a hit! My friend got the "oh my god" roll which was a fascinating presentation and she got her mochi ice cream which was also very light and refreshing. I would definitely come back despite the little hiccup!

The sushi was excellent at this place which I tried for the first time! The service was fast and…read morefriendly. Although it's not in my area, I would definitely go back! The ambiance was spacious and clean.

The Sashimi is what drew me to the location. As fresh as you can get . The yellowtail tasted great…read morewith the familiar flavor if that's what you're craving. The Mackerel was well marinated and not too sour but also a nice fatty flavor. The white tuna, has an extremely subtle flavor but all the Sashimi did not have a fish taste, which is all that I ask for. The grilled shrimp was well seasoned. The oyster is hard to determine. Overall, A great experience, value, and worth the drive if you're craving Sashimi.

We went here for my brother's birthday dinner and had such a great time. The food was delicious,…read morethe atmosphere was fun and lively, and the staff seemed genuinely happy to be there. There must have been several birthdays being celebrated that night because we heard the birthday song quite a few times . I think my brother really enjoyed himself too, which made the night even better. Just a heads up -- it's definitely a lively, noisy place, so probably not the best choice if you're looking for a quiet dinner. But if you want good food and a fun, energetic atmosphere, this is a great spot.

As always, Osaka never fails to provide amazing food and service . While the crazy role is not on…read morethe menu anymore they still let you order it in. It is absolutely delicious my favorite. Please please please bring back the happy hours. I really miss them !!!!!!

Our family celebrated our granddaughter's birthday at Benihana. The meals were all wonderful,…read morebeautifully prepared and tasted great! After the family goodbye hugs we left. When home, I realized one of my earrings had fallen off. I called Benihana and described my earring to them. They searched inside and outside, and found the earring in the parking lot. Tony called me to let me know it was found! I am so grateful for their thoughtfulness and dilegence in looking for it! 5 STARS all around!!

Went to Benihana's Friday evening with the wife unit, adult children, and 2-year old grandson. We…read morewere seated promptly, place was clean. Foodserver was pleasant and fairly fast. The chef was personable without being overboard, and put on a fairly good/brief show. Food was very tasty; although I did not like the soup. Almost tasted as if it had bacon in it. Salad was small, kind of an interesting sauce instead of dressing. All very good. I will say there were six of us; and I did not look at the detailed bill. Most likely it had an imputed gratuity of 18%, since the tab was a bit pricey. I did not think of asking; so I tipped 20% as well. Normally I add on an extra 10% if the service was good (which it was).... So, eh. The foodserver made out well, and I'm happy for her. All in, pretty solid 4.

What a hidden gem. Stopped here after an event at the colosseum. Really cool…read moreMurals on the outside of the building. Cute dining room and the staff was very friendly. I ordered a hibachi burrito with shrimp. It was amazing. Nice work!

Went one night with my girlfriend, both our meals were undercooked, rice was hard and crunchy, and…read morewe both woke up with food poisoning. There was also a guy who ordered 15 minutes after me and got his food 15-20 minutes before me which I thought was weird.

It's rare to find a restaurant that delivers a unique and exquisite dining experience like Roka…read moreAkur. We love this place and we have made it one of our top choices for celebrating special occasions and special date nights. We love the creative menu, warm ambience, and impeccable service. The food is freshly prepared and the menu offers so many choices that suit every pallet. Creative Japanese authentic flavors and an impressive wine and Japanese whisky selection. Our waiter, Nathan, was fantastic. Very knowledgeable, offered great suggestions and made excellent recommendations. Above all, he and the team were very attentive without being overbearing . Plates were cleared as soon as we were done, water glasses filled. The ambiance is warm and inviting and good for date night and large group gatherings. Even though they had a packed house on Saturday, the noise level was moderate.

t's overpriced and the menu has too many variables, which makes it unnecessarily difficult to…read morechoose. After drinks and mediocre food, the bill came to over $300 for three people, completely not worth it and ultimately a forgettable experience. When I asked for a sake, the server brought a "sake cocktail" instead. They also brought sashimi when we had ordered sushi. Ordering sushi turned out to be a mistake anyway, they clearly don't have a properly trained sushi chef. The fish didn't taste fresh, and the sushi rice was too cold, lacking the slightly sweet, tender, and chewy texture that good sushi rice should have. The waitress confidently(!) gave incorrect suggestions and didn't seem to understand our questions. Overall, it was a disappointing experience. I'm honestly giving up on trying to find good food in this city.

Dad and I were looking for a place to eat and were deciding between Black Bear Dinner or Ah-So. We…read morehaven't been to Ah-So since my birthday many years ago over in Northterra. So we decided on Ah-So and so blown away. First we were greeted and got to pick where ever we wanted to sit which was great, but we didn't expect the stream with Fish!! It was so cool to see that! We loved it. We always love seeing an attraction like this so it already bumped it up. Secondly I havent been into any Miso soups lately no matter where I have gone, it just hasn't done it for me. This changed today. I enjoyed and loved the taste of the tofu behind my combo meal, Dad also got one. I got the Chicken Katsu and Dad got the Teriyaki Chicken combo. We hadn't expected the miso soup to be added to it so that was a plus. The food was amazing! Dad loved the grilled taste and how the vegetables were grilled with the chicken and you could taste it. I loved the tempura and the crunch of the Katsu. All in all amazing. Something we really loved was the fact that it feels comfortable here. The set up of the restaurant made us so relaxed and it didn't feel too modern or pretentious it just was perfect like going to the local Japanese place in Japan. Highly highly recommend. The lunch combos were also all 18 bucks even on weekends! We will be back to try the teppanyaki and the teriyaki salmon when we are able.

This place is nice. They accommodated our big party of 17. Everyone ordered a wide variety of food…read moreand appetizers. It was all good. If I could say one thing or suggest. Garlic butter I felt is a must in hibachi. I think that was the only thing that was missing in this food. But overall I would be back. This place is pretty expensive but I feel the amount of food they give you is worth it.