Hands down my favorite ramen spot in MN…read more Always love coming here. Restaurant is cozy,

Saw this cute Izakaya on the street, decided to try!! Street parking only, busy spot in downtown…read moreMinneapolis. They're only open for lunch on Saturdays and no other day of the week! The menu is limited. We got the Mapo tofu mazemen, which is this brothless ramen with a Mapo tofu blend, mushrooms, eggplant, tofu, and doubanjian blended together. I wish we could see some of the distinct ingredients alone besides the tofu as it was a bit too blended for me. I liked how unique this ramen was!! The chicken karaage basket had the most addicting trio of sauces - yuzu mayo, nori ranch; and honey mustard. The yuzu mayo was so light and citrusy, and I could practically drink the nori ranch. The fries were shoestring and perfectly crispy. The issue lies in the chicken karaage - it almost felt burnt, and it was quite dry inside. The chicken age gyoza were yummy. I did love the crispness and the tangy kamikaze dipping sauce! Service is efficient!

This restaurant emphasizes exceptional quality, with many ingredients directly air-freighted from…read moreJapan. The tableware is also a unique feature, especially the glass water glasses, each with a small gold repair mark on the surface, reportedly from a special process used to fix a chip. Upon closer inspection, you'll find that each piece of tableware has a different pattern, showcasing unique craftsmanship and exquisite details. Due to the restaurant's high quality, reservations are usually required, which has become a hallmark of this type of establishment.

Highly recommend. Phenomenal experience. Reservations required…read more The entire adventure was perfect. The service was amazing and all 10 of the courses were exquisitely prepared with attention to the smallest detail. From gold flakes on the glassware to made-in-house soy sauce and wasabi. The counter only serves 8 individuals. Prep for the courses is completed in front of you. The chef engages the guests as each dish is explained. Incredible to believe this quality of craftsmanship is available in Minneapolis. Unique experience for all foodies.

3-Star Michelin Vibes -- Without the Flight to Tokyo!…read more Having dined at Jiro in Tokyo, I can confidently say this spot rivals that world-class experience -- with a warmer touch and a staff that speaks perfect English! From the moment we arrived, the valet parking made everything easy (though I recommend taking an Uber if you're doing the wine pairing... you'll definitely want to savor every sip). We went for the Matsu omakase, and wow -- every course was a work of art. The freshly grated wasabi, the thoughtful pacing, and watching each dish come to life at the sushi bar turned dinner into a full sensory experience. Chef Shiga was an incredible host -- friendly, engaging, and clearly passionate about his craft. And to top it all off, we had the pleasure of meeting Owner-Chef Shigeyuki Furukawa at the end of our meal -- such a gracious and humble culinary genius! My wife and I left absolutely blown away and already planning our next visit. Perfect for a date night, a special celebration, or simply treating yourself to something unforgettable. This place has officially earned a spot on our favorites list!

Wow. Just. Wow. I don't know if I can articulate a review that appropriately sums up how impressed…read moreI was with our dining experience here. From the service, intimate setting, the food. THE FOOD. Everything was top notch and Kado more than deserved their James Beard nom and hopefully a win in the next year. Every single item was outstanding. We did the chef's table omakase and cannot recommend it enough. We were fortunate enough to have Chef Furukawa at our station.

Momo Sushi is my favorite sushi in Minneapolis. Everytime I get asked for a sushi spot…read morerecommendation, I always say Momo. The rolls are huge and packed with incredible combinations. There is a great variety of rolls so everyone is going to be pleased with the meal. The restaurant itself is tight on space but the dining experience makes up for it. I recommend you beat the dinner rush and go early when they reopen for the evening. Warning, it does get really busy almost everyday because it is just that good! Location-wise it is great because if you struggle to find parking in the small lot next to the spot, you can park on a residential street behind the restaurant and take a short stroll. I'm curious as to what the takeout experience is, I haven't had the chance to order, I would rather dine in the restaurant.

Stopped by for dinner on Thursday night. We had a party of 6, so it took 30 minutes to be seated…read more The amazing staff kept updating us. It was fine, we walked through the Indian grocery next door. (also fun!) We had a great little table inside. We ordered the Giaoza pork and tumpra veggies to start. (everything was gone the second it hit the table, so no pics) The arrived the sushi, and the hibachi. Every bit was amazing. No left overs and my son (8) orders more Goaoza to go! It was less that $60 for our family of 4. I can't wait to come back and try more.

Yes! Somewhere to get great onigiri without having to go to Japan…read more Cute place with a nice patio. The onigiri are filling and lots of options. Service was quick for my take out order.

Family lunch at Okome House. I have been wanting to check out this restaurant for a while and was…read moreglad we finally got to try it! Our two boys got the kids' meals - one got the Bento Box and one got the Kids' udon and both liked their meals. Our younger son even requested another side order udon to eat with the noodle broth he had left. I got the udon combo and my husband got the rice balls combo, we both like the items we ordered. The cauliflower karage was delicious - it was my favorite dish out of all the items we ordered. The restaurant has a nice casual atmosphere with a good amount of seating for those dining in.

Solid spot, we went on a weekday a it wasn't busy. Service was fast and the food came out in a…read morereasonable time. It's a nice little spot, very clean well kept. Plenty of different options. The ramen is solid, I'd definitely try it again.

Tried this place because we were shopping in the area. So happy we did! What a great little place!…read moreService was attentive and the menu selection was great! Being from southern California, I am extremely picky about sushi in the Midwest. I am happy to say that I was very pleased! We'll be back!

Husband wanted sushi and I wanted ramen so we decided to try this place for best of the both world…read more We came around 1pm so there was a happy hour menu (selected smaller portion $5 appetizers and $13 sushi roll (not really cheap for sushi happy hour). Cream cheese - typical but kind of small Chicken Katsu- crunch outside and not dry inside Ramen- from the presentation, does not look creamy. It also did not taste creamy. Doesn't have the typical tonkotsu ramen taste I've had before. Broth is a little bland. The pork belly is basically pork belly and not the typically ramen chashu pork I'm used to. It was a disappointing bowl of ramen. Sushi- presentation wise, does not look fancy. The plating looks like what you would get at an all you can eat place. Per husband, it was decent good. As for me, based on ramen, I would not go back for that. Maybe next time I will give sushi a try but not sure if it's a god back to place. If you want $5 appetizers, it's worth a try. If you get happy hour sushi rolls for $13 each is not too bad but regular price is about $17 per roll (like dynamite roll.) Service was quick. Food came out in 10 mins or less but it was not busy when we went as well.

We were headed to MOA, and wanted some casually sushi beforehand and found Kataki after a short…read moresearch! Plenty of parking available in their attached lot. The space itself is clean, albeit a bit plain! It's not a huge space but we didn't have a wait at about 5:30pm on a Saturday! The servers were incredibly friendly and responsive during our entire stay. The food itself was good, yet nothing to write home about! We had our standard sushi order: wontons, gyoza, spicy tuna roll, California roll, and Philly roll! The wonton and Philly were my favorite, with good cream cheese to wonton ratio, and the lovely cream cheese bite in the roll! They did charge $1 for the side of eel sauce, which felt unnecessary for the serving size. Overall, not a bad spot if you're in the area and want some good sushi, but I wouldn't make a journey to check them out!

This place is absolutely fantastic! I've actually been coming here for a few years with my friends…read morefor happy hour. Recently, I started coming for the food dinner and realized I was missing a lot. Their menu is very thoughtful in each dish has a nice variety of textures and flavors. I will say that their Ramen is one of the best in town. I think really what sets it apart is the broth being super in depth and they grill the pork belly which makes it really smoky and tender. This time I branched out and got the grilled squid as well and it was exceptional. The soy ginger glaze on it was incredible. The only few downsides I think I've noticed is service can be a little bit hit or miss which is surprising how small the places. Even when sitting at the bar, it took a little bit to get their attention. Also, I've tried a few of the cocktails and for the main part they just taste like alcohol with a soda. They sound extremely creative on the menu, but the balance isn't there. Either way I've typically gotten sake as they have a nice little selection. Overall, I love the whole vibe of this place. I always enjoy being able to see people make sushi. It's very open yet. Doesn't get overwhelmingly loud. Definitely my top three Japanese spots in Minneapolis.

I am SO torn on this review. Here's the breakdown:…read more Menu: Their menu options are so awesome. Authentic Japanese food, tons of options, and lots of fun stuff. Drinks: The Last Samurai cocktail & the Imposter Among Us mocktail were both delightful. Love the unique drink options, and the two we had were executed beautifully. Sushi: Unfortunately, the sushi was a bit disappointing. We had the hotate yuzu, Suzuki oshizushi, tamago nigiri, and the futomaki. The rice was unfortunately undercooked, and also too lightly seasoned. The tamago was alright, the futomaki was very good though. Dessert: The yuzu custard - one of my favorite desserts I've eaten in a long time. Definitely the best thing we had and I would absolutely get it again. Service: Our service was pretty good. I did watch one of the other servers grab soup spoons by the part you eat from and then bring them to a table which was concerning. Note: For anyone with dietary specifications: they offered gluten free soy sauce, and the custard was a vegan dessert and it was delightful.

Five of us had dinner on a weeknight. Started with edamame,…read moretempura, salmon carpaccio Rolls: 5. Tiger maki - loved! 2. Sorry Charlie 6. Forbidden Nights no Jalapeño - loved! 4. Billionaire - good but spicy 3. Rainbow - good real crab 1. Big Blue Wave - meh good not spicy and a hint of scallop and salty Other: Fatty salmon YUM! Arturo This is a GREAT sushi place!!

We had a reservation for 7:15 on a Sunday night for two people. We were seated promptly. The…read moreambiance is very cool, I had never seen the tablet towel thing so that was unique thought it sat on our table long after we used it and we were confused about the etiquete of it all. We had the salmon carpaccio which was the highlight of the meal. It was similar to a sashimi but was doused in a delicious sauce. We then had the squid game which has a much smokier flavor than expected - it almost had an essence of teriyaki and was probably our least favorite though not bad. We went with two rolls: the 2-14 and the Mishap. Both were absolutely delicious. We were ready to order more but our waiter was nowhere to be found. We waited several minutes and then decided to just get the check instead. We recently moved from a place known for its sushi so we found the quality of fish here to be good - but not outstanding and would echo the sentiment that prices are pretty astronomical. The vibe of the place was cool and the dishes were good but the price and service definitely cost it a star. We walked because parking in the area did look pretty tough!