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This was our first time here, but we will definitely be coming back again!! The owner was so friendly and the ingredients are local and fresh
Yes, busu means ugly in Japanese, but the name is in no way repereserntatice of the beautiful and delicious food here. (Apparently it's just the chefs last night in romaji/Japanese pronunciation). At this walk up counter, you can order from a daily changing menu. On our visit we had crab bao buns, the delicious pickle plate filled with kimchi and pickled radishes, and a sweet potato noodle salad with plenty of cucumber, shiso and Yuzu tofu. Everything was delicious and well seasoned. I'd come back here again to grab a meal and to go sit somewhere where I could watch the sea lions.
There's a counter top for 4 people with two other benches to sit at. No take out boxes, the only ambiance is what you see looking into the kitchen and only outdoor seating. Red lobster mushroom curry soup was light and refreshing. Busu corn tasted like it was topped with Korean corn cheese and some spicy sauce..so butter, cheese and mayo and maybe some sugar with sesame seeds for texture. Shoyu quail eggs were soft and flavorful. Can be eaten just fine without rice. Also got to try the chilled noodles with chili oil, sesame oil, flaked salt, lemon cucumber slices, grilled Japanese eggplant with foraged mushrooms. I can see why they sell out. This place is Japanese fusion and donation based so the prices are just suggestions. No excuse to complain about the prices since the whole menu is donation based.
Took a little trip down the coast and stopped here to get some food. It was highly recommended. We got the pickled veggies- he does it himself, the yakisoba with pork belly (you had a choice of that or shrimp), veggie miso soup and the fried spam donburi. The portions are pretty good - 2 people can easily share an entree. Loved the flavors. He does a different menu for the day. Literally a window that you walk up and order. Give him time to make your order fresh- it's a one man show. So glad we had the food here- we are fans!
Wow a hidden gem for sure! Small little place with a window to order (takeout only). Menu is limited, but the portions are HUGE!! We were craving some Japanese food in the area and was so pleasantly surprised that we found this place. We ordered takeout, walked around for 15-20 mins, returned to pick up our food, and brought it back to feast on while watching TV. Definitely recommend! If you're unsure what you want to eat/try, staff and Chef are SO friendly and they'll give you honest opinions about what you may like. Dishes are made-to-order and you can customize it if you don't like a particular topping/ingredient. Love it!
Were staying in the area for the night and saw this place online had five star reviews everywhere. It was nearby to our hotel, so we walked over to check it out. It was a chilly night and a bit rainy, so when we saw it was a takeout only window, we were like oh no Then we saw the menu.. only 4 items, all of which looked super cozy. We both got the pork noodle soup, then ducked inside next door at the coffee shop to stay warm while we waited. Bought some sake + ordered another dish there for our toddler, then I walked back over to the window and our food was already ready- so fast! I started eating at the bar while we waited for our toddler's food to be ready. He saw me slurping noodles though and demanded that I share, so I used my to-go lid to share some- toddler approved. The soup itself was soooo good.. rich complex broth, pork belly, thick noodles.. there was also some seemingly random sausage in it that I almost didn't eat, but it was seriously one of the best parts.. very unexpected. The guy working (maybe owner?) was also a good vibe. Definitely took the edge off the cold night. Would come here often if I lived in the area.. Not to be missed, if you are passing by!
Busu is literally a hole-in-the-wall, with one very ornate doorknob. The food is fantastic, with layers upon layers of different flavors. It's greasy, salty, and addictive - everything you'd expect in good street food. My favorite is the yakisoba, which has a nice smoky flavor without the burnt taste. I like okonomiyaki to be just a tad fluffier, but this one is still enjoyable. The portion is not huge, but very filling. Two normal people could easily share one to-go box.
This hit the spot! Yakisoba and Okonomiyaki are a match made in heaven and Busu knows how to deliver! Takeout only seems perfect for this covid time, but once this all passes don't let it sway you. Order to go to bring back home or enjoy outside as you watch the sun set. You won't regret it. Everything is made to order and took around 15-20 minutes. Perfect amount of time to walk around before you get your grub on. Lots of street parking on all sides of the street. Oh and did I mention the portions are gigantic! You will not be left hungry ;)
This is a cute little walk up window with a strong game. I have always believed when someone has a small menu it leads to greatness. Everything is done to perfection each time. Busu was no exception. There's also something for everyone. I'm a vegetarian and was greeted with flavorful, sauted, tofu, The texture was on point. The soba noodles were dripping with flavor and the crisp fresh veggies were mouth watering. It's a dish to share because the serving is out of the park. I ended up having noodles for 3 meals and it was a divine joy every time.
I was kinda excited to try something other than your fish and chips takeout since we had our dog with us. The kimchi was good. My okonomyaki was really burnt on the bottom side and it did impact the flavor. The general flavor was good, and it wasn't overcooked inside. The amount of katsu sauce was a bit more than I'd like. I wonder if perhaps he would do better with a helper to take the orders so he could concentrate more on the food. My boyfriend ordered the yakisoba. It had good flavor also but had weird crispy spots that were so burnt they were crunchy like top ramen. He was really generous with the Bonito flakes and they were good quality.
The cliff notes: grab some delicious Japanese food to go and enjoy it by the pier. 10/10 for authentic, thoughtful Japanese food with high quality ingredients. There are rotating dishes each day and vegan/ vegetarian options with labeling of so ( I appreciate this so much) ; make sure to stop by before they sell out! I was thoroughly impressed with my tofu yakisoba that came topped with microgreens and chili threads!! I appreciate this the added touch that not only make it aesthetically pleasing but add flavor and nutritional value too! This came jam packed with flavor, and an abundance of food. The noodles had that perfect wok char that I'm always looking for in an Asian noodle dish!! My only suggestion would be to garnish with a lime for a bit of acid to bring out the salty flavors! I really enjoyed my experience with Busu and I hope I get another chance to stop by and try some other dishes.
11 months ago
Finally made it here for first time. Rode my motorcycle down with a large Rubbermaid glass bowl (BUSU encourages EARTH FRIENDLY reuseable packaging, so I brought my own). Ordered the Yakisoba with the chashu pork belly, he said 'come back 15min!'. And right on time he had it ready sealed in my rubbermaid bowl; omigod the yakisoba was the best i've ever had, a delicious dark brown with umami-godliness chunks of pork, we inhaled it! I need to get back here as soon as I can and try the other dishes which change every few days it seems! He always posts menu of the day on IG, be sure to give busu_astoria a follow! read more
One of the best yakisobas I've ever had the pleasure of eating. The pork belly was phenomenal. I also had the mushroom egg drop soup and it was so good! You can enjoy the food at the Astoria coffee house and bistro with a cocktail or glass of wine too!! read more
Busu is a true hole in the wall and if you're lucky enough to catch it when it's open, you're in for a treat. It took us a couple tries to catch the restaurant while open and got lucky that we walked by and saw the doors open. We got one of everything on the menu that wasn't sold out. The pickles are a nice variety of levels of spice and sweetness. The yakisoba has plenty of smokiness from the grill and is a massive portion of noodles and tender chunks of pork belly. The myshroom soup was very flavorful and filled with a large variety of different mushrooms. The fish in the poke was delicious and it was placed on a creamy delicious rice. read more
2 years ago
This was our first time here, but we will definitely be coming back again!! The owner was so friendly and the ingredients are local and fresh read more
Yes, busu means ugly in Japanese, but the name is in no way repereserntatice of the beautiful and delicious food here. (Apparently it's just the chefs last night in romaji/Japanese pronunciation). At this walk up counter, you can order from a daily changing menu. On our visit we had crab bao buns, the delicious pickle plate filled with kimchi and pickled radishes, and a sweet potato noodle salad with plenty of cucumber, shiso and Yuzu tofu. Everything was delicious and well seasoned. I'd come back here again to grab a meal and to go sit somewhere where I could watch the sea lions. read more
6 months ago
1 year ago
Mind. Blowing. Food. It's that good. Proportions are monstrous and mushrooms plentiful. This place is the place that you take your food friends. Soulful food. Genuine. read more
There's a counter top for 4 people with two other benches to sit at. No take out boxes, the only ambiance is what you see looking into the kitchen and only outdoor seating. Red lobster mushroom curry soup was light and refreshing. Busu corn tasted like it was topped with Korean corn cheese and some spicy sauce..so butter, cheese and mayo and maybe some sugar with sesame seeds for texture. Shoyu quail eggs were soft and flavorful. Can be eaten just fine without rice. Also got to try the chilled noodles with chili oil, sesame oil, flaked salt, lemon cucumber slices, grilled Japanese eggplant with foraged mushrooms. I can see why they sell out. This place is Japanese fusion and donation based so the prices are just suggestions. No excuse to complain about the prices since the whole menu is donation based. read more
Took a little trip down the coast and stopped here to get some food. It was highly recommended. We got the pickled veggies- he does it himself, the yakisoba with pork belly (you had a choice of that or shrimp), veggie miso soup and the fried spam donburi. The portions are pretty good - 2 people can easily share an entree. Loved the flavors. He does a different menu for the day. Literally a window that you walk up and order. Give him time to make your order fresh- it's a one man show. So glad we had the food here- we are fans! read more
3 years ago
1 year ago
Wow a hidden gem for sure! Small little place with a window to order (takeout only). Menu is limited, but the portions are HUGE!! We were craving some Japanese food in the area and was so pleasantly surprised that we found this place. We ordered takeout, walked around for 15-20 mins, returned to pick up our food, and brought it back to feast on while watching TV. Definitely recommend! If you're unsure what you want to eat/try, staff and Chef are SO friendly and they'll give you honest opinions about what you may like. Dishes are made-to-order and you can customize it if you don't like a particular topping/ingredient. Love it! read more
4 years ago
Were staying in the area for the night and saw this place online had five star reviews everywhere. It was nearby to our hotel, so we walked over to check it out. It was a chilly night and a bit rainy, so when we saw it was a takeout only window, we were like oh no Then we saw the menu.. only 4 items, all of which looked super cozy. We both got the pork noodle soup, then ducked inside next door at the coffee shop to stay warm while we waited. Bought some sake + ordered another dish there for our toddler, then I walked back over to the window and our food was already ready- so fast! I started eating at the bar while we waited for our toddler's food to be ready. He saw me slurping noodles though and demanded that I share, so I used my to-go lid to share some- toddler approved. The soup itself was soooo good.. rich complex broth, pork belly, thick noodles.. there was also some seemingly random sausage in it that I almost didn't eat, but it was seriously one of the best parts.. very unexpected. The guy working (maybe owner?) was also a good vibe. Definitely took the edge off the cold night. Would come here often if I lived in the area.. Not to be missed, if you are passing by! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Busu is literally a hole-in-the-wall, with one very ornate doorknob. The food is fantastic, with layers upon layers of different flavors. It's greasy, salty, and addictive - everything you'd expect in good street food. My favorite is the yakisoba, which has a nice smoky flavor without the burnt taste. I like okonomiyaki to be just a tad fluffier, but this one is still enjoyable. The portion is not huge, but very filling. Two normal people could easily share one to-go box. read more
2 years ago
This hit the spot! Yakisoba and Okonomiyaki are a match made in heaven and Busu knows how to deliver! Takeout only seems perfect for this covid time, but once this all passes don't let it sway you. Order to go to bring back home or enjoy outside as you watch the sun set. You won't regret it. Everything is made to order and took around 15-20 minutes. Perfect amount of time to walk around before you get your grub on. Lots of street parking on all sides of the street. Oh and did I mention the portions are gigantic! You will not be left hungry ;) read more
This is a cute little walk up window with a strong game. I have always believed when someone has a small menu it leads to greatness. Everything is done to perfection each time. Busu was no exception. There's also something for everyone. I'm a vegetarian and was greeted with flavorful, sauted, tofu, The texture was on point. The soba noodles were dripping with flavor and the crisp fresh veggies were mouth watering. It's a dish to share because the serving is out of the park. I ended up having noodles for 3 meals and it was a divine joy every time. read more
2 years ago
4 years ago
I was kinda excited to try something other than your fish and chips takeout since we had our dog with us. The kimchi was good. My okonomyaki was really burnt on the bottom side and it did impact the flavor. The general flavor was good, and it wasn't overcooked inside. The amount of katsu sauce was a bit more than I'd like. I wonder if perhaps he would do better with a helper to take the orders so he could concentrate more on the food. My boyfriend ordered the yakisoba. It had good flavor also but had weird crispy spots that were so burnt they were crunchy like top ramen. He was really generous with the Bonito flakes and they were good quality. read more
The cliff notes: grab some delicious Japanese food to go and enjoy it by the pier. 10/10 for authentic, thoughtful Japanese food with high quality ingredients. There are rotating dishes each day and vegan/ vegetarian options with labeling of so ( I appreciate this so much) ; make sure to stop by before they sell out! I was thoroughly impressed with my tofu yakisoba that came topped with microgreens and chili threads!! I appreciate this the added touch that not only make it aesthetically pleasing but add flavor and nutritional value too! This came jam packed with flavor, and an abundance of food. The noodles had that perfect wok char that I'm always looking for in an Asian noodle dish!! My only suggestion would be to garnish with a lime for a bit of acid to bring out the salty flavors! I really enjoyed my experience with Busu and I hope I get another chance to stop by and try some other dishes. read more
Busu is on top of the game. Really enjoyed the teriyaki thighs plate with dark fresh guilan and even got some sipping ramen when the owner heard I had a long road trip ahead of me. Made to order or call ahead; worth the wait - the food is crazy good! read more
5 years ago
Customer service was great and the food was delicious! That bisque was great on a cloudy afternoon, plus the veggies with the pork made for a juicy meal read more
8 years ago
I freaking love busu! I found about this spot after seeing it in the Daily Astorian and was super stoked to have legit japanese food in Astoria. I've been here multiple times and the food/vibes are always amazing. The owner Kenzo is super welcoming and doesn't bullshit you with generic food. They serve a variety of japanese/asian fusion dishes and have different menus for dinner and lunch. Chef Kenzo also gets his ingredients from local business and has only the freshest ingredients. The menu varies everyday which I enjoy because it's a good surprise so check their instagram for the daily lunch and dinner menu! There is also a couple stools in case you want to dine in. Some of my favorites from Busu are the chicken kaarage, yakisoba, poke and shrimp tempura. The chicken kaarage is amazing! It's basically japanese fried chicken and has the perfect crispiness. The yakisoba is also great; crisp noodles with a flavorful sauce and melt in your mouth pork belly. I'm always looking forward to what's on the menu because the food always delivers. I'm definitely a loyal customer. read more
5 years ago
I happen to be passing through town looking for dinner and almost walked right by this little shop but I'm glad I didn't. Just what I was looking for - something totally unique and healthy! Plus it's walk up to order and eat outside so very Covid friendly. Lovely owner and overall great experience. read more
4 years ago
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5 years ago
Literally a hole in the wall store. But get ready for a surprise! I was looking to get a fix for yakisoba at a Japanese restaurant but happen to come upon this store. Ordered the yakisoba with pork belly. Took about 10 min before I picked up my food and proceeded to open the box and was surprised at the amount of food. The smell was amazing with a slight char to the noodles. Started digging in an could not stop eating it. Had the typical yakisoba sauce taste but it came with a lot of other topping, and the pork belly was soft and tender. I finished the whole box and was satisfied to the Max. definitely would purchase it again. Gotta to try it if you are in Astoria. read more
6 years ago
Yummy noodles. The guy running the place was very nice and made sure our meals were perfect. Would totally come back when I'm back in town read more
7 years ago
Literally the best Ramen I've ever had. Vegetables are fresh, pork belly amazing and broth absolutely on point. Worth every penny read more
4 years ago
6 years ago
Super good! I love the daily specials, usually get the ramen with pork. Also love the pickle plates. Sometimes it takes a bit but it's made so well! read more
6 years ago
I had the okonomiyaki and it was phenomenal. I could only eat half of it and couldn't wait until I was hungry again so I could finish it. It was and amazing combination of texture and flavor and easy on the eye as well. I will be back!!! read more
6 years ago
What a gem for foodies in Astoria... very lucky. Will be back for sure. Get some before they sell out! Don't miss out on the pickle mix, fantastic flavor kimchi. read more
As I approached Busu, familiar & distinct Japanese aromas cast an immediate spell on me. Images flashed in my mind of Japanese temples, Gardens and Geishas. The authentic venue made my mouth water AND my head spin. But...but wait, how was this possible? Was I dreaming? Had I been mysteriously teleported back to Japan after so many years away from that magical land? So, I rolled with it and ordered a succulent bowl of Dungeness Crab Miso Soup with toasted sesame, tofu, green onion and seaweed. Oh, the humanity! It was garnished with sun-dried angel-hair chili pepper "threads" that splashed a bright red accent and kicked in just the right amount of mild heat. More images flashed before me....Mt Fujiyama, cherry blossoms and tea ceremonies. It was only natural then to order the Garlic & Chanterelle Fried Rice. I could choose from either pork belly or jackfruit, but preferred neither and the kind proprietor, Kenny-san, happily offered tofu as a third choice as he gently bowed before me. Simply amazing, it was prepared with Thai basil, garlic, soy sauce, green onion and those incredible pepper threads again. Completely satisfied, I tried to make sense of this twilight zone experience and then realized I actually WASN'T 4500 miles away in a back-alley Japanese yokocho-cafe. It looked like it, tasted like it, and felt like it, but you don't have to travel halfway around mother Earth to experience it. Kenny-san and Busu are the real thing, yep, right downtown. read more
4 years ago
6 years ago
Excellent Shrimp Miso today, with generous seaweed. So much flavor! Kids had the Tofu Miso. Good all around! Thank you! read more
6 years ago
HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! Wow that was a fireworks-in-my-mouth meal. Had the Yakisoba Noodles with Tofu. The tofu was marinated to perfection. The carrots were flavorful and crunchy. The ginger was cooked and was like crunchy little bits that popped. The noodles had so much flavor could be dish of its own but loved the veggies. The green onions on top were refreshing. Portions were huge. Probably 3 meals (and I'm not a small guy) read more
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