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The scallop risotto at Cafe Hiro is one of those dishes you keep thinking about long after the last bite. The scallops were perfectly seared...tender, buttery, and just the right amount of caramelized on the outside paired with a creamy risotto that was rich without feeling heavy. Every bite felt balanced and intentional, with flavors that complemented each other instead of competing. I have not had risotto like this elsewhere. That's why I keep coming back. Service is very good which I like. The ambiance feels like a cozy cafe. And the watermelon margarita? Easily one of the most refreshing drinks I've had in a while. Light, slightly sweet, and incredibly crisp it had that perfect fresh watermelon taste without being overly sugary. It paired so well with the richness of the risotto and made the whole meal feel elevated yet effortless. Overall, such a standout combo comforting, refreshing, and definitely worth going back for.
Just came here for dinner with the fam. Cute restaurant with friendly staff. Wasn't busy but of course it was a weekday! Me and family ordered family style so we got to try a few dishes. My sister in-law ordered beef tongue stew and I have to say that the meat was VERY tender! Everything was tasty. Some of the main entrees come with salad which is a plus. I got the karaage curry in mild but definitely could've done more spice. The only thing missing was the ground red spices! But I would definitely try this place again.
Great food as always! Plenty of parking. Cozy quaint decor. Service was off last night, but they did have a larger table of 7 and one of 5; usually tables of 2's and 4's.
Yoooooooooooooooooooooo! I've been coming here maybe 4-5 times a year--not super often, but enough to know how good it usually is. Unfortunately, my last two visits have been pretty mediocre compared to how I remember it. One thing I noticed was that the Japanese chef who's usually in the kitchen wasn't there. The staff mentioned he was on vacation, so maybe that explains why the food didn't hit the same. Service was also really slow. I did see a "help wanted" sign outside, so I get that they might be understaffed--but it still took about 30 minutes just to place our order, and another 35 minutes for the food to come out. We started with the calamari, but it came out without marinara or tartar sauce. When I asked, the server said he had to check if they even had any--which was kind of surprising. They did end up having it, but only after I asked. I ordered my usual--kurobuta pork cutlet with curry--which is normally cooked perfectly, but this time it was overcooked and not tender like it usually is. My mom and sister got the seafood uni pasta, and they also said it didn't taste the same as before. I'm hoping this was just an off couple of visits. I'll probably come back when the main chef is back and give it another shot.
I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone I know. Worst bowl of spaghetti I have EVER had in my life. I ordered takeaway for mentaiko spaghetti. The woman inside made me wait outside for more than 30 minutes and couldn't have been ruder and more aggressive about it. The actual spaghetti itself wasn't worth the wait, the hostile and racist attitude to put up with, or the $30 price tag. My college dining hall had better tasting over-boiled spaghetti than that. The Mentaiko spaghetti was extremely overboiled and had the wrong flavors. It was soggy, sweet, bland, and downright DISGUSTING. It was coated in sweet milk like sauce and had a bitter aftertaste to it. The noodles had no salt and it was truly the most disgusting thing I have eaten in a very long time. The lack of customer service made the whole experience all that more vile. I highly recommend no one to get any sort of food from there. How someone can charge so much money for so little food with such foul quality is mind boggling to me. I have no idea how this place even stays in business. There are so many restaurants in the vicinity with far better quality of service and food. I suggest going to Unico Tokyo Pasta, Pasta e Allegro, Akane Chaya, just to name a few. Seriously. Anywhere but Cafe Hiro.
Had a lovely four course meal on Valentine's Day. I really liked the ambiance in here, it gives a homely hole in the wall vibe compared to Ini (which has similar food). Uni Pasta was amazing as was their bread pudding. However I was not a fan of the service. I made a reservation and asked to be sit in one of the EMPTY tables available for guests. Whoever the waitress with the blonde balayage was completely gave me attitude and coldly told me that we were getting the booth. I didn't know that a customer making a request was grounds for irritation. If you wonder why you didn't get a tip, there's your answer.
It's been over a decade since I discovered Cafe Hiro and they are as popular as ever. I highly recommend making a reservation as there are scarce availability for walk-ins. I came with my boyfriend at opening time and they definitely asked if we had a reservation. During our time there, we saw each table fill up slowly. I noticed some enhancements since my last visit like the cushions on the seats Nice touch. They had a menu for 2 but we weren't hungry enough for that amount of food, so we decided to order by the dish. My boyfriend had the Seafood Pasta ($28) and I had the Sea Urchin "Uni" Pasta ($28). My uni pasta was as delicious as I remembered it. It was well coated and you can see clumps of uni in the pasta. My boyfriend's seafood pasta had a generous amount of seafood. There was shrimp, scallop, calamari, mussels, clams, and mushrooms. Nice and chunky. The seafood felt like a large portion since the protein it comes with were more hearty whereas the uni pasta is a light coating, but it is sufficient for my appetite. Looking forward to coming back to try more of their menu. Maybe we need to recruit some friends because they have an omakase that requires 4 people due to the large portion size. I really want to try their risotto.
This is my favorite Japanese Italian spot! You honestly can't go wrong with any dish that they have to offer. I've tried such a variety - Peking pork, mushroom salad, uni pasta, osso bucco, hamburg curry, risotto, panna cotta, and croissant bread pudding. Each dish was so good. If I had to choose some favorites to recommend, it would be the uni pasta, risotto and croissant bread pudding. Service is always good. All the servers are super nice and interior really gives off cute & homey vibes. Perfect spot for a date or catching up with friends.
I really enjoyed the food at this interesting little Japanese/italian fusion restaurant. We arrived without a reservation, but they found a table for us at one of the tables that's in the hallway. It is not at all like a Japanese restaurant, but more like an Italian themed room. There are clouds and Vines painted on the ceiling and a few pieces of art. It is very cozy and intimate. There is a framed copy of the article about this restaurant from the Los Angeles Times. I'm not going to lie, though--where we were sitting I could see that the base of the wall near the could use a really good cleaning. I tried not to let it bother me, but it kind of did. I kept reminding myself of the "pass" health department certificate posted in the window. No worry, though, because the food more than made up for it. There is a Zagat sticker in the window from a past year. Our server was really good and very sweet. She came to check on us often, which is always a good thing. We weren't terribly hungry, so we ordered light. We ordered: *Beef Tataki *Ahi Tartar *Karaage Curry *Chicken Salad The food was delicious, especially the Tataki. Yummmmm!! The portions were generous, too. This place could definitely be on repeat for us. It does look like it's very popular, as reservations are recommended and the place was full when we left. Honestly, it would easily have been 5 stars for me if the walls down by the floors had a good scrub.
Came here with a reservation. Pretty tiny restaurant but the food here tastes so delicious and unique! It's not often that you find an Asian fusion place that does it right. My favorite was the seared tuna dish. The sauce is very umami and light. Highly recommend. And it also comes with rice !! The chicken katsu was also perfectly crispy and juicy inside and the curry had a nice sweet kick at the end, I think from apples in the sauce possibly? I'd say I'd try other options than the seafood spaghetti tho. The flavors were a bit straightforward and it tasted like seafood + tomato with not much else. They give a lot of protein with that though which was nice! I'd love to come back again and try more of their menu. It's a lovely restaurant and everyone here is super nice.
Very prompt and attentive service. No wait at noon on a Saturday. Fair prices. Decent option for dates. Inside is very cozy. You can make reservations but I wouldn't come with a huge group, maybe 6 max. Food flavors overall are very light and subtle. You get full, but no food coma. Scallop carpaccio (4.5/5): fresh and has a very slight kick from the curry oil. Overall quite subtle but tasty. Chicken and mushroom curry (3/5): decent, creamy, but wish it was a little more flavorful. The rice was not impressive and was more on the wet/mushy side. Seared sesame seed crusted ahi tuna (3/5): Large portions but the tuna was cooked quite a bit more than a sear. End up being like a looser pork texture. Comes with rice on the side. Wish it was more flavorful, but the bok choy is much more salted, and combined with the sweet snd savory sauce, it offsets the lack of flavor in the tuna. They seem to give kids their own sectioned kids plate, which is nice.
My favorite thing to order here is the shiso ume pasta with seafood mix. The uni pasta is also really good. The salmon with veggies is a lighter entree and come with a small bowl of rice so it's good if you aren't very hungry. The salmon with risotto is on the heavier side cause of the risotto. We like to dine in here once in a while cause they take reservations. It's on the smaller side and quaint but I like the vibe. Service has been good but also slow when they're super busy. I like the sauce with the complimentary crudités they serve in the beginning.
Cafe Hiro is a textbook hole-in-the-wall. You wouldn't think much of the unassuming restaurant at first glance, but the inside is decorated with just the right amount of whimsy and charm that makes you question if you're really still in Cypress. The ceiling is painted to look like the sky, and the walls create the ambiance of an outdoor bistro on a Parisian street. There's even a moody little alleyway strung up with fairy lights and warm lighting where you can sit. Service was great. The workers are very kind and professional. The menu consists mostly Japanese style western food - Hamburg steak, pasta, and the like. Their signature dish is the uni pasta. As someone who isn't the biggest uni fan, it's delicious. The uni flavor is strongly present without the typical uni texture, blending beautifully in the sauce. The rich, creamy sauce is lit up delightfully by wasabi, surprisingly lacking the harshness you would expect from typical wasabi. The pasta was cooked perfectly as well. The Hamburg steak and risotto dishes are also decent choices. The appetizers are also definitely worth getting. I recommend the Peking pork bao buns and the fried chicken. The cook was perfect and the flavors are delicious. The standout dish for me, however, was the bread pudding with bitter caramel sauce. It was genuinely the perfect dessert. The bitter caramel sauce complemented the soft bread pudding. It was not too sweet and the burnt butter taste from the caramel added a depth to the dish. I highly recommend Cafe Hiro.
1 year ago
Cafe Hiro is a hidden gem! Getting there took a bit of a drive from Fullerton... but it was well worth the wait. The prices are not the lowest, but the food is delightful. I had Carbonara pasta. I love bacon, and to my surprise, it had bits of bacon all over it. It's really creamy~ I love it! My mom got Uni pasta, and it has a perfect balance of savory and creaminess. My dad got the chicken cutlet curry. The chicken cutlet was just like regular tonkatsu, but with the curry sauce it was good! For dessert we had the walnut creme brulee. It was my first time having it and I love it! I am a fan. The interior decor feels like a happy town in the morning. I love the design! I recommend Cafe Hiro all around. Will definitely come again. read more
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We came at 6PM on a Friday night and didn't have to wait. There is also a choice to make a reservation. The food was great. We ordered the tuna tartar, Osso Bucco, and the uni pasta. Everything exceeded our expectations. The short rip was super tender. The uni pasta tasted so fresh and umami and the tuna tartar was very complex. The interior is also very cute and has a lot of charm. It's on the pricier side but portions are large and I would come back. read more
Cafe hiro is such a gem! I came here with a group of 5 and decided to share the family course, which was about 49$ a person. It came with 3 apps, 1 salad, 2 pastas, one entree, one risotto, and one dessert per person. It was such a great deal and the perfect amount of food to share. The portions were generous and the speed at which the food was arriving on our table was good. For the apps, we got the smoked salmon burrata, scallop carpaccio, and beef tataki bites. The beef was cooked well and I enjoyed eating it with the soy dip and the grated radish. The scallop carpacio was fresh and the daikon rounds on top have it a refreshing crunch. Smoked salmon burrata was also good as well. For the salad, we got the mushroom salad and it had great umami flavor. The truffle dressing was so good that I wish I had bread to dip in. For our pastas we picked carbonara and uni. The uni pasta came with wasabi on top and it helps to cut the creaminess down. Carbonara was also solid. For entrees and risotto, which was chefs choice, it was the NY strip and scallop risotto. Risotto was cooked perfect and the NY was a good medium rare. We finished our meal with an assortment of desserts and my personal favorite was the bread pudding. Service was attentive. It feels like a cozy little mom and pop shop. We stayed till closing because we lost track of time catching up with our friends but they didn't rush to kick us out which was very nice. I would love to come back and try more on the menu read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
Haiku: Cafe Hiro Cozy and quaint spot Japanese comforting foods Service is friendly. --- I always enjoy Japanese-Italian fusion cuisine. I came for lunch and apparently they only serve their popular Seared Scallop Risotto dish during dinner only. I was terribly disappointed, but pivoted to trying the Seared Sesame Seed Crusted Ahi Tuna. It pales in comparison. The complimentary salad and the dressing are still delicious as I remember. Service is friendly and attentive. I'll have to return for dinner and get my seared scallop risotto fix. read more
2 years ago
The scallop risotto is where it's at!! Scallops were large and seared to perfection and the risotto was very flavorful! Would definitely return for this! While I liked the Peking Pork Bao and the Beef Tongue Stew, I would probably not get them again. Servers were friendly and attentive. The restaurant is on the smaller side and very loud inside, especially when there were children repeatedly throwing heavy objects around during my visit. Why the parent(s) did not stop them, I don't know. Without some sort of acoustic dampening, I would hesitate to come back. read more
Came for dinner 12/20/25. We got the dinner for 2 family course meal. Tempura shrimp salad was just ok, we'll try a different salad next time. Osso bucco and carbonara were perfect. The bread pudding was to die for, and thr cherimoya sorbet was so refreshing. Service was impeccable despite it being a very busy night. We love this place. read more
1 year ago
Came here for dinner. Nice vibe in this restaurant. Very friendly and attentive staff. The food is delicious. They have a lot of different things, Japanese fusion style is what it seems to be. read more
Omg~ found hidden gem!!! The food is amazing~ I love all the food we ate! Their service was awesome they get service right away!! Inside is cozy and cute! Better to make reservation on the phone. I definitely will come back!!! read more
7 months ago
1 year ago
Chose to have the omakase dinner which is served family style ($46 per person). The package includes three appetizers (we chose - scallops carpaccio (thinly sliced radish on top of scallops topped with shiso leaf and drizzled with mustard vinaigrette) - steak Tataki over sliced red onions - served with grated radish, chives and a soy dressing - calamari with very flavorful herbed salt and parmigiana reggiano Also included a choice of one salad - we got the sauteed mushroom salad, with romaine heart greens. Two pasta dishes our choices which were the uni pasta and mentaiko pasta. Both were super richly creamy! We probably should have gotten one pasta that was not cream based. The main entree is Chef's choice : we got the porterhouse steak (upgraded to 12 ounce) medium rare , came with a side of creamy baked potatoes and a very flavorful cold pasta ( maybe Marsala sauce?). One risotto included , tonight it was seared scallop with mushroom risotto. The dinner was capped by one each dessert - croissant bread pudding topped by chocolate and surrounded by a delicious caramel sauce - walnut crème brûlée- very tasty without being overly sweet - Panna cotta with fresh berries and berry sauce drizzle There is no kids' menu but we got a chicken curry dish for our little one - we asked for extra mild , which she seemed to enjoy. All the food was excellent, although a tad rich with the cream based sauces! Attentive service from the staff. Food was delivered at good time intervals. Since we were sharing, we also had plate changes at least three times. I got a glass of plum wine - almost a dessert wine it was very sweet and enjoyable. Subdued lighting and piped music. Plenty of parking. Check out the omakase lunch specials and also Valentine day specials! read more
2 years ago
Heard about this Japanese cafe from a friend and told me good things about their food, so I had to check it out. When we came in that morning, I was quite surprise when I looked up thinking if it was really the blue sky above us. Theres not that much good Japanese food in my area, but this place was pretty good. We ordered their famous wasabi uni pasta, the seafood linguine, and the samurai tuna tar-tar. Everything was a 4/5. Initially I enjoyed eating the uni pasta, but the flavor got too overwhelming and powering that I got sick of the flavor. It's not bad, it's just not part of my palate. The seafood linguine was good; nothing too crazy. The tomato sauce though tasted like an actually tomato than a paste. Next time, I gotta come back and try their curry. Thank you! read more
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Frequent flyer here, mostly for dine-in for lunch and takeout for dinner They do takeout well. The food is fresh and hot and survives a delay while being transported. We dined here for lunch on a Friday. Surprisingly they were not busy today. Usually this small place is packed. Food: Tofu salad (had potato salad scoop on top). Really good. Huge portion. Ahi tuna appetizer - the crispy delicate wontons were delicious but not strong enough to scoop the tuna. Tuna mix with avocado and seasonings was great. Calamari - huge rings of calamari in a tempura batter. The rings were the size of onion rings! They were so good! Peking pork buns appetizer - comes with 4 steamed bao buns that you can build your own with the pork pieces and shaved green onions and sauce. The steamed buns are so hot and fresh. The flavor combo is excellent! The Chinese chicken salad was huge. Chicken drenched in sauce and lots is different things added to the salad. Not sure what happened today but everyone got their food in a timely manner EXCEPT for my Chinese chicken salad came way late - everyone else was done eating by the time my salad came 45 mins later than everyone else. That was the only bummer. I ended up taking it to go because we ran out of time and everyone else was finished eating. Great place, highly recommend. read more
2 years ago
I had a great dinner at Cafe Hiro, they are a Japanese Italian fusion restaurant and I knew I wanted to try their pasta dishes. I recommend making a reservation ahead of time, especially if you have a big group. I ordered the Uni Pasta and was able to sample the Beef Tataki, Seafood & Uni Risotto, Mentaiko Pasta, and Carbonara Pasta from my friends. I enjoyed everything, my favorite would have to be my Uni Pasta dish. There was a time I didn't like uni, but that phase is long gone, I love uni now! It's is definitely an acquired taste though. Cafe Hiro is a great spot for Japanese and Italian fusion cuisine, give them a try if you're interested in trying it out! read more
I've been here quite a few times and just now realizing I've never left a review. Most people think that Japanese/Italian cushion won't work but let me tell you, it really does. The service from Stanley and the rest of the staff was on point. You definitely feel like you are in a tucked away hidden gem on the streets of Tokyo with the dimly lit atmosphere, artwork on the walls, and those smooth water stones lining the entrance. Food was as delicious as I remember. I always get the calamari to start and the uni pasta as my entree but since I was with a group, I got to try many other dishes and the seafood risotto is my next order when I come back. Generous portions too, so come hungry. Also, the walnut creme brûlée is probably my new favorite dessert. Literally mind blowing. The bread pudding was also damn good. Kanpai! read more
I come here every few months to enjoy a good meal. Whenever I come, it never disappoints. They have lots of great stuff on their menu. I went for their Christmas special menu, where you pay a set price and get to choose. My favorite of the night was the scallop risotto. It has large meaty scallops, cooked to perfection. Their desserts are amazing, don't skip it! Their bread pudding is so decadent and complex. It's made with croissant, which makes for a buttery and layered texture. Hats off to the chef! read more
2 years ago
Been wanting to try this restaurant for a while given the rave reviews and high marks. Had a chance to pop in and ordered the uni pasta, curry, scallops, mushroom asparagus pasta and beef capriccio. Uni pasta was creamy and memorable. Would not order or recommend the curry. Rice was soggy and curry sauce was strong- almost bitter- and meat patty not tasty. read more
2 years ago
Just had a lunch there and the dining experience could be less than desired. For a place with 4 stars, over 1300 reviews my group and I expected above the average service and food. The reason for 2 stars is mainly the service. The elder waitress (5 stars) was very attentive, accommodating and friendly while the younger waitress was TOTALLY OPPOSITE. No smiles, no greeting, rushing to clean the table as if there's a waitlist going on. She would murmur to the elder waitress and glance at us as we weren't invited. (We probably aren't invited in her case). Food wise tho- it was alright, curry was on the acidic side, risotto was overpowered with the taste of overwhelming Parmesan cheese. Uni past tasted like a cream pasta with no hints of umami ness from Uni. Fried calamari was a bit disappointment, beef tataki was chewy but alright. Anyways our judgement might have been affected by the service so I would say alright. Overall a very disappointed and terrible experience for a place with such high yelp rating. read more
I was initially expecting the food to be overhyped, but now I understand why everyone raves about this place. We ordered two appetizers, the tuna tartar and the beef tataki. Both tasted good but were pretty unmemorable if I'm being honest. The risotto dishes, on the other hand, were everything I expected them to be and more. Though they look kind of small at first, they're deceptively filling. I got the roasted miso marinated salmon and my friend got the seared scallop. The scallops were cooked well, but wow, the salmon was on a whole other level. It was savory and buttery with a subtle sweetness. My friend and I both agreed that the salmon was the highlight of this meal. The risotto wasn't crazy flavorful but it complemented my salmon really well. read more
The interior of this place is a nice size not big or too small but if you had a bigger group than 5 it might be better to call in advance to let them know. The food is delicious and was the perfect place for lunch. The menu included lots of Italian and Japanese foods and the fusion between the two cuisines was immaculate. The appetizers which was a refreshing salad that came out pretty quickly after we ordered which was amazing because we were famished. We gobbled it down immediately. Then came the entrees: hamburg steak, ny steak, and a mushroom miso salmon risotto. Each dish was extraordinary! The flavors complemented each other well and nothing was overpowering each other. The food all came out relatively quick and they were all super nice and attentive to all the tables. I highly recommend coming! read more
6 months ago
I went to Cafe Hiro long before I could appreciate what a gem this place truly is. They have an insane family style omakase for parties of 4 or more. For $45 pp, you get your choice of 3 appetizers, 1 salad, 2 pastas, an entree (chef 's choice), a risotto (chef's choice), and freaking all of the desserts. It's such a good value for what you're getting. You basically get to taste the entire menu. They also portion the each dish according to your party size which is a minor detail that I much appreciated. From what I can recall, you are able to choose some of the specials as your choice too. Like what? Cafe Hiro seamlessly blends Japanese flavors into Italian vessels. It's different and oh so good. While I loved everything we ordered, some favorites include: -scallop carpaccio: with daikon, yuzu sauce, and curry oil -Peking pork: 4 pieces of steamed buns, Asian herb mix, hoisin sauce -uni pasta: wasabi, nori But my very, very favorite was probably the New York steak. So basic, I know, but the entree comes with buttery scalloped potatoes, some pasta and a garlic ponzu dipping sauce. Together, it was a fantastic medley of flavors that wouldn't have otherwise intermingled. This was so good, I'd come just for the steak entree. If you haven't already, do yourself a favor and come here with at least 3 people to try the omakase. read more
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TLDR: I will DEFINITELY be coming back here, the vibes are immaculate, the food is something new and refreshing, the service is impeccable, and I appreciate that there's an ample amount of parking. I will have to say though, because this place is so good, be sure to make reservations in advance just in case. I was in a party of 4 and we did the omakase course which included 3 appetizers, a salad, two pastas, a chef's choice entree, and dessert. If you're in a large party, I'd say the omakase is 100% worth it so that you're able to try lots of dishes, also they portion everything according to how many people are in your party. I liked how they timed and spaced out the courses. Also the servers are very kind and accommodating, the decor and overall feel of the restaurant is very unique and cozy. - scallop carpaccio 4/5 included, curry powder, vinaigrette, daikon, scallop, and shiso I wasn't the biggest fan of this dish because I was expecting a more acidic taste, my cousins on the other hand loved the curry with the scallop. This isn't something I'd get again, but I think it was definitely nice to try something unexpected. I will say, Ioved how fresh the scallops were, they were sweet and had no stinky aftertaste. -smoke salmon with burrata 5/5 The burrata balanced out the saltiness of smoked salmon, and the arugula added a nice nutty taste, the pickled bell pepper and daikon was the perfect touch. I didn't know what to expect or whether I'd like this dish, but it the server had recommended it and it turned out to be one of my favorite dishes of the night! -beef tataki 3/5 the meat was tougher than expected I liked the presentation but i would skip it if you're thinking of going for it. The dish is simple, and everything paired well together, I would've liked it more if the beef was simply more tender -mushroom salad 5/5 keep in mind it is more of a slightly warm salad, it had a nice balance of savory and acidic. I would get this dish again. It had thinly sliced daikon that paired very well with sauce, lettuce, no overwhelming yuzu taste, lil peppery but not spicy. This is one of those slept on dishes, like you see it on the menu and at first glance you'd pass just because it's a salad, but I found it to be a very delightful dish that introduced new flavors to my palate. - mentaiko pasta 5/5 a nice light pasta, and I'm so glad it did not taste fishy even though it has mentaiko in it. Personally, mentaiko is always a hit or miss for me depending on how fresh it is. This dish exceeded my expectations, I appreciated that the pasta was creamy while not making me feel sluggish after eating it. The noodles were perfectly al dente, and I have nothing bad to say about this dish. If you love mentaiko, you'll love this dish! - uni pasta 5/5 This dish had a nice depth of uni flavor that was not overpowering. The sauce is utterly addicting, I'm not embarrassed to say me and my family licked this plate clean. The noodles were al dente, and the sauce had pieces of uni mixed into it, it was umami, creamy, and had almost a sort of salted egg yolk flavor to it too. The uni pasta is 100% worth getting, it's hard to find a place in OC that makes a good uni pasta, but Cafe Hiro did it right. - chef's choice entree (steak with creamy potatoes and pasta) 4/5 This dish included a chilled, sweet mentaiko and nori pasta, it was so refreshing yet creamy at the same time, think of like a pasta salad but elevated. This pasta was absolutely addicting, I love that cafe hiro does pasta so well. The steak was tender, juicy, easy to chew, cooked perfectly medium rare to our liking. The potatoes paired well with the steak, they were saucy and creamy but a tad bit bland BUT they balanced out the savoriness of the sauces you use to dip the steak in - scallop risotto 3/5 My family and I was looking forward to this dish the most, but we were slightly disappointed. We found that although the risotto was cheesy, had a nice texture, and parmesany taste, it was too bland :( I think a touch of salt would've helped. THE SCALLOPS THO, they were soft, juicy, sweet, and seared to perfection I would get tired of the risotto if i had to eat a whole plate by myself, I'm glad I did the omakase so i could try it and have a couple bites. The only redeeming factor was the scallops, other than that I'd skip out on the risotto and get a pasta - panna cotta 5/5 Tasted milky and creamy. The strawberry sauce was not artificial tasting, it added a nice hint of acidity, but not a strong strawberry taste at all. The panna cotta was jiggly, and smooth in texture, and the fruit added a nice crisp texture to contrast - walnut creme brulee 5/5 Oh my god this was so good, it was creamy, nutty, had a nice sugar crust, and there were bits of walnut evenly distributed in there. The walnut adds a nice touch in comparison to regular creme brulee. read more
2 years ago
Japanese-Italian fusion so was interested to experience the flavors. Uni pasta was thick and creamy so it's a little heavy but the wasabi cuts through the cream a bit adding a nice kick. 9/10 Beef tataki was a little over cooked for our liking but still flavorful. 6/10 Not pictured: salmon risotto was absolutely divine and all our favorites. Risotto wasn't too heavy and the mushrooms in it made it so much more aromatic. The star of the show was the salmon! Crispy skin and cooked just perfectly so that the fish was still soft and moist but not raw. 10/10 The place is on the smaller side so we made a reservation but if you go on an off day, you might be able to get seated quickly. On weekends, expect a wait if no reservation! read more
8 months ago
-- location -- inside a small ish plaza, next to Pho May restaurant. In the same plaza as California fish grill as well. -- parking -- parking lot and free -- menu -- they provide a regular menu, specials written in the front and inside over the kitchen, alcohol, and an omakase ($45 per person to be shared among 2 people) We got one special and an entree each Scallop carpaccio ($16) - 6 pieces, scallops under a blanket of I think daikon and a shiso leaf, and light curry sauce Katsu ($25) - came with a salad and side of Japanese rice, cold noodle, cabbage, and potato's. All very good. Katsu was crispy and a thick cut. My husband really enjoyed it. Mushroom risotto ($31) - wonderfully creamy, with so much mushrooms, and a glazed salmon on top. It's on the sweet side. Great textures all around. Also came with the salad. Salad has a light, almost mustard like dressing. -- service -- wonderful. They're so attentive and friendly. Waters were never empty. Made sure we were happy. -- seating -- good for small groups up to 4, I would say. Best for 2 persons. They do take reservations. -- overall -- lovely time. Good food. Katsu and salmon were on the sweet side, but flavors were good, and everything made well. Vibes are a bit eclectic with Hawaiian, Japanese, and even Italian decor everywhere. It's a comfortable and quaint restaurant. read more
1 year ago
This place is such a gem!!! We did the family style course meal for 4 and it is definitely worth the price! The portions were big and the food was delicious!!! The service was great and quick! We will definitely be back. read more
Second time visit. Each time has a wonderful food experience. Had tried uni pasta and this time the miso marinated salmon. Can't say enough about how tasty the foods are. Miso salmon really hit the spot today. Flavor was rich and just melts in your mouth. Can't wait to try all other items on the menu. Highly highly recommend. read more
Craving Japanese Italian fusion but don't want to pay for crazy high prices or still feel starving after your meal? I highly recommend you make a trip to Cafe Hiro soon. They've been open for as long as I could remember and I'd always hear great praises from my friends. I've been here a couple times pre-Covid era and just recently went back. I'm so happy to say that the quality and taste has not changed. It is a small place so I would highly recommend making reservations on Yelp in advance to ensure that you will be served that day. They also close pretty early by 8:30pm so that is something to also keep in mind. Nonetheless, every friend that I've taken to Cafe Hiro has nothing but great things to say. || L O C A T I O N / P A R K I N G || -Cross Streets are Valley View St. and W. Cerritos Ave. -Located in the same plaza as Sweetee Thai, California Fish Grill, Ozen Sushi, Chili's and more. -Ample amount of parking || F O O D || I highly recommend going for their Omakase menu ($45/person) if you're feeling hungry and generous. You do get a lot of food for the price you're paying, rather than paying individually. My friend and I opted for this option and thought that we'd be receiving our dishes in smaller portions, but surprisingly, the portion sizes we received was what you would normally get when ordering the dishes individually. What we ordered: Beijing Pork Buns - Similar to Peking Duck except they use pork instead of duck. I appreciated how tender the pork was. I would get this again. Chinese Chicken Salad - Great portion with generous amounts of chicken. I enjoyed the toasted almonds and fried wontons with each bite. Osso Bucco - The beef rib was super tender and fell apart very easily. The demi glace sauce was the cherry on top. Goes great with white rice. Uni Pasta - The star of the show! Super creamy and delicious. If you're unsure what to get, you can't go wrong with the Uni Pasta. Walnut Creme Brulee - I thought this was interesting as I never had a nutty flavored creme brulee before. Panna Cotta - My favorite dessert out of the two. It was very refreshing and easy on the palate. read more
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10509 Valley View St
Cypress, CA 90630
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(714) 527-6090
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What are some gluten free options?
They don't really have any gluten-free options. It uses Japanese condiments that has gluten.
Do you have options for my vegetarian friend?
They have salads but the portions and pricing makes it not worth it. They are not accommodating with any requests whatsoever.
Do you host private events? I am very interested in a luncheon event for approximately 20-25 people.
We can accommodate private events as long as it is planned ahead of time with us! Please give us a call during our hours. Thank you
While cleaning, I found a 7 year old gift "card" (it's paper form), can I still redeem it?
If it doesn’t have an Expire date on it, yes you can use it anytime.
What do you recommend here for a first visit? What's one of your favorite dishes?
Besides uni pasta the other item I love love love is their kurabata (deep fried pork) with curry. If you like spicy ask for extra spicy.…
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