Cute cafe with very chill vibes! The vibes make you feel like you're at a pop-up cafe in Japan. I didn't take pictures of the water and utensils station, but that area is super organized. Water cups are also really cute and they even have origami papers with tutorial sheets. Their matcha is soooooo goood! I got the pumpkin spice matcha and they gave you actual pumpkin instead of cream. Though I am not the biggest fan of the pumpkin flavor, I appreciated the freshness of the pumpkin. Yuzu spritz was okay! First sip was really good but I realized it might have just been canned soda and probably not worth the price. I'd definitely try their strawberry matcha next time and can't wait to come back here again! read more

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Had high hopes for this spot since it's run by the same group that runs Sanjusan but it was so disappointing. The strawberry matcha was watered down and just not made correctly. The chicken was ok, it was tender but really oily and had a weird taste. I've also had their tofu bowl which was extremelyyyy bland. I wouldn't go back. read more

Cafe Yoto - Chicken karaage and strawberry matcha - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Noodle texture was great. very comforting broth flavor for both as well. Huge portions & I would like to go back to try a more saucy noodle. Other dishes here seem a little overpriced though for the size you get unfortunately. read more

Cafe Yoto - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Cafe Yoto has become a staple for me! The food is fresh and delicious. The selection offers options from donburi to temaki. Service is quick and easy. The strawberry matcha is tasty! Definitely recommend! read more

Cafe Yoto - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Great restaurant to check out in the north loop area. Sushi is fresh and delicious. I came for their 1 year anniversary and got to try some amazing cuts. The restaurant is spacious and never overly busy. Order at the counter and find your own seats. Staff has always been welcoming. Lots of natural light really ups the mood there. read more

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Wanted to try this place since someone I know from Sanjusan recommended this place. Glad I did. I lives by 4 blocks away and this has been my go to Lunch for the weekend. Ambiance was nice, service was great. Foods were delicious, 4 stars because the udon needs little bits more flavor in my opinion. ( and yes, I been to Japan many times and half Japanese myself ) Overall, Outstanding place :) Pics are from 4 months ago ! read more

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I really enjoyed my visit to Cafe Yoto. The space is clean, bright, and welcoming and the food is simple and flavorful. I am happy they're open late and have a relaxed fast casual atmosphere. I tried the karaage don (fried chicken rice bowl) and two temaki: the spicy salmon and spicy tuna (nori wrapped rice with toppings). Both were delicious and I'd order them again! The staff members were friendly and service was quick. Parking in the neighborhood is typically metered, with some free parking on weekends. Events can affect that too. read more

Cafe Yoto - Karaage don - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Amazing table service! Minimal decor but the space is very clean with beautiful plants. I utilized paid street parking when dining in. I ordered the match latte that was just as beautiful in person as it was online and the spicy salmon donburi. Which had a nice spice level and perfectly cooked rice. The salmon was delicious and the cucumbers gave it a nice crunch. I would definitely stop in again and try more of the menu. read more

Cafe Yoto - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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So so good! It looked like a long line when we got there right at noon but service was quick and easy. The food was delicious. I got a side of chili crunch for my bowl which gave it a nice kick. It was also a great size, very filling. I'll definitely come back to try more of the menu, they have quite a bit of options and the beverages looked delicious. read more

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Cafe Yoto is a cool little spot to try in the North Loop area. I tried the hand rolls, unagi donburi, and niku udon which were all delicious. I think my favorite was the donburi. The unagi was really soft and grilled well. The place is self-service after ordering so expect to grab your own water & utensils. read more

I visited Cafe Yoto for a workday lunch some co-workers and overall had a good experience. The location is easy to find and the restaurant had plenty of tables to choose from. I ordered the Gyoza of the day which was chicken and vegetables, as well as the Karaage Udon. The Gyoza was delicious and I would order it again! The Karaage Udon was just okay. The homemade noodles were good but I felt it lacked flavor. However, the Japanese fried chicken served with the udon was perfectly cooked and seasoned! Overall, I would visit Cafe Yoto for lunch again but order different menu items to see if I enjoyed the flavors of those more. read more

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Wowww, what a cute place that just opened in North Loop! I went during a Saturday night and it was pretty busy but the line went by fast. Since it was my first time, I wanted to try a lot of things so, I got a little bit of everything. I ordered the niku udon, unajyu donburi, mentaiko scallop temaki, karaage and matcha cream cake. I liked everything. I would def say it's more small bites, I was still hungry a little after eating everything but it was still good. I would want to come back to try out different dishes they have. I wouldn't have I have a favorite yet that stood out to me but everything was still good and worth trying! read more

Cafe Yoto - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

A lovely Japanese fast-casual eatery that's a perfect addition to the neighborhood! I recommend looking at the menu ahead of time, because it is dense with variety of delicious plates. I ordered the ebi shiso ($12 beautifully tempura-fried shrimp with shiso leaf), unajyu ($19 grilled eel over rice, delicious and loved the sauce) and Marc Heu Patisserie's black sesame cake ($8, dry but good flavor). I will definitely be back to try more of the menu! This is definitely a place for small bites, so I recommend bringing a group and sharing. The service is great, especially considering they just opened, they already seem to have found their rhythm. Parking isn't free with metered on-street, and a few parking ramps nearby. read more

Cafe Yoto - Unajyu donburi-- grilled eel over rice - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Fat udon! Fat noodles! I can confirm that the udon noodle bowls are incredibly satisfying! From the chef's pop-up days at Kado No Mise last year to now, it's exciting to see this concept evolve into a brick-and-mortar spot I can keep coming back to for this amazing culinary experience. I love the casual, fast-food-style Japanese joint vibe. Everything on the menu is a hit from fresh sushi, incredible rice, to flavors that are just so fresh and delicious. The seaweed for the temaki even has that perfect crunch! And the dessert, a collaboration with Marc Heu, is the perfect finishing touch. I've loved red bean since I was a kid, so biting into that cake instantly brought back childhood memories. I won't say much more because this spot deserves to stay a hidden gem! read more

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Fun fast casual spot in the heart of the north loop brought to you by the minds behind Sanjusan. Hits the spot when you want a western take on Japanese street food. Friendly staff. Inspired menu. Check it out! read more

Cafe Yoto - Karaage Donburi with a side of pickled jalapeños - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Whoa, this place is remarkable. First, the Udon was the reason we came. The chef here was a Kado No Mise understudy. I guess also they invested in this special noodle making machine that turns daily fresh dough into thick noodles. That was enough to get us to visit. The Udon broth was light and refreshing, and the Japanese fried chicken was great. It's served not in the soup initially, but then you add it and it retains its texture (especially because you can't help but it eat this delicious soup swiftly). When you order the temaki rolls there's a plastic sleeve that you pull out right before you take your bite. It's a little weird, but the result is as intended... a crisp bite of the seaweed with the soft warm texture of the rice along with the fresh fish and avocado. Worth it! Lastly, the Kado Donburi was amazing as well. Overall, I really enjoyed it. We treated this as a date night, and it was delicious! However, don't expect "order at the counter" prices. It's expensive in that regard, but food-to-food it was a cheap date night with excellent dishes. read more

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Small but mighty counter order spot. Loved the shrimp appetizer, mushrooms and spicy tuna nori. I actually didn't care for the Udon they tout as their specialty but loved everything else we tried. The only wine option is rosé in a can which is a bummer because they have great beer and sake options. read more

I sampled a few things, they didn't disappoint. I love the Una JYU, the grilled eel bowl. The eels are soft and juicy, a mouthwatering piece for sure. I am very impressed by the Ispahan cream puff, and matcha cream cake, light and pleasant, typical Asian dessert, rare finding in mid west. The authenticity of the taste gained my confidence to try more on the menu. Services are fast and friendly. Although it's a bit pricey for casual dining, I think it's worth the money because of the taste. read more

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Great little fast casual restaurant with excellent food and service. Absolutely loved my Kinoko udon, the broth base was so delicious and the buckwheat udon noodles had a lovely chew. My dining partner loved the Kitsune udon and our cream puff dessert were pretty and tasty. read more

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Stopped by Cafe Yoto on opening day and was really impressed with the new addition to North Loop. The space has had a lot of turnover in recent years, but I am very hopeful that this one stays. The space inside has been redecorated very well - the ambiance is fantastic and would be suitable for a date, hangout with friends, or a family meal. It is fast casual style where you order at the front either for take out or dine in and grab a number. A server will then bring you your dish when it is ready. Cafe Yoto offers a nice selection of casual Japanese fare including handmade noodles, rice bowls, and desserts from Marc Heu. I went with the Unajyu donburi bowl because I was craving eel. For the price, I was given a rather large piece of eel and a good side of rice. The eel was tender and super flavorful, I really enjoyed the meal. Looking forward to going back and trying something new! read more

Cafe Yoto - Unajyu Donburi - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Fast casual counter order with really amazing Japanese food. The fried tofu for a starter had an amazing sweet-and-sour dipping sauce and was airy/smooth, and the hand rolls or served in an innovative seaweed wrap that was fun to consume. The udon noodles with curry broth are THE thing (and don't sleep on the mung paste on the side). We had mountain vegetables, our friend had the fried chicken and another had the tofu and we were all equally pleased. The food came out incredibly fast and even though it was crowded when we arrived they were able to clear off a table for us very efficiently. Very interesting sake choices and extremely reasonable beer and wine. It was the perfect place to come hang out for a bit, looked very child friendly as well No Marc Hue pastries anymore was my only complaint since they are still featured on the website but I can't even take off half a star for that because the entire experience was great. read more

Super cute place to work on some content or school work, parking is street or garage, great area to walk around after As for food, super delicious and tasted fresh! Strawberry matcha had the perfect balance and was not over bearing with either strawberries or matcha. Service was quick order and grab items as needed read more

Cafe Yoto is one of my favorite places in the North Loop. Their noodles are top notch! The curry is very flavorful. The chicken gyoza is a must have when we go. read more

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Really like this brand-new counter-service Japanese restaurant in the North Loop. They have a pretty good menu selection, including some udons, some rice bowls, and some sushi-like options. They also have a great selection of both non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks. Nearly all of their main dishes are dairy-free, although most of their deserts are not. My pork tonkotsu was really good, as was the curry udon. They have a nice kid's menu, and a selection of coloring items for kids, which is great. My only small critique is the prices may be just a bit high. Otherwise, a great place for dinner with the family! read more

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My friend and I checked out Cafe Yoto on a Saturday mid-afternoon. It was very hard to find parking as there was a lot of people out and about. The place itself was tiny but my friend and I found a table after ordering our food and stayed there for a good hour/hour and a half. I like that it wasn't too busy, wasn't too loud and the workers there were attentive. I got the Karaage Donubri and my friend got the Shrimp Tempura Donburi. I love the food I got; the sauce was sweet and tangy. My friend's dish was okay. We wished it was a little bit more special. read more

Cafe Yoto - Karaage Donurbi - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Finally got to visit this spot; I had this high on my list of "must visit" restaurants. The food was so delicious; they have a plethora of vegetarian and vegan options even with the hand rolls. The ambiance is school sort of a modern dining experience; there color theme of red and white is a nice touch. The service was great; the staff routinely will come and ask if you need something more even though you must order at the counter it was a more personable experience. Only bad thing is parking can be a challenge but its North Loop which is a common occurrence. Definitely give them a try you wont regret if you love Japenese cuisine. read more

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DO NOT COME HERE! It's sad to leave a negative review as I've been wanting to come here for a while now! im a california native that grew up with great japanese food and i've been to japan multiple times and ive been really craving japanese food. It wasn't that busy during lunch hours, my friend got the udon ($18) and it took 25 min to come out while my food and our other friend who ordered a different hot dish took less than 5 min to come. It felt like they forgot her order and we only had an hour for lunch so taking so long for a quick food joint was inconvenient. The udon was BAD and the texture of the noodle was like instant udon. I make better udon at home using frozen noodles from the grocery store. It's extremely overpriced my two temakis cost $20... that's california prices without the california quality.... the rice wasn't seasoned with enough vinegar (if at all...) and it was falling apart, the fish was meh but it's the midwest so i understand. and the quality & size was like those at a revolving sushi restaurant. but you can get better sushi at a revolving sushi restaurant.... bc at least at those places these two mini rolls would've been maybe $7 altogether and i can expect the fish quality to be less because that's what im paying for. for $20 i expect either larger quantity or better quality or even better service! none of which we got and the wait was long even though they visibly had full staff (open concept we can see into the kitchen and there were plenty of waiters walking around to tables). the spicy salmon also wasn't spicy in the slightest! but hey it's minnesota and clearly this cafe is meant for white people. To top it off, my friend made a very funny joke and we all had a good laugh and the manager immediately came by to tell us that he loved our energy but to "quiet down because heads were turning".... i'm literally gagged because we were in secluded corner spot, had a normal volume conversation up until that (admittedly loud) laugh, and the restaurant was also quite normal noise level already with all the tables talking.... so i'm not sure which karen complained (if at all because he only said that heads were turning but not that anyone said anything...) but having a white man tell a group of asian girls (the only asian people eating in the restaurant) in a japanese inspired cafe to keep it down after one incident of laughing felt extra absurd. ive never been told to quiet down in a restaurant full of talking people. i would be more understanding it was a continuous obnoxiously loud disturbance, but this was just moments after that laughing. also god forbid the girls go out for a silly little lunch and have a good time he then asked if we wanted to box the udon to go because my friend didn't eat it and she said no and then he asked why and she said because she was full. he should've just left it at that when she said no to the box because at that point it just felt awkward. i wish she had been honest and said that the udon tasted terrible but she didn't want to be rude and make the situation more uncomfortable. we left after that but it was disappointing for the service, prices, & food to be awful! Already decided we weren't coming back after the initial service and overpriced mid food, but being told off by the manager was the cherry on top. so sad bc i was craving japanese food and the other restaurant (billy sushi) we meant to go to was closed. i am also still hungry because these hand rolls ($20) were two bites each... save your time and money and go to billy sushi their fish is so fresh, quantities are good, and service is great! you can definitely have a yummy meal & lovely conversation there with some friends. read more

Cafe Yoto - salmon temaki - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Went here for a couples double date - it was not what I was expecting but enjoyed - we were thinking it was more of a sit down place with a server but it was more fast casual - that being said we really enjoyed all of the food and will be heading back read more

Food is delicious I've gone twice already and had the tofu rice dish, it was very good but a bit expensive for the amount of food you get. read more

Cafe Yoto - Tofu rice bowl - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

This café had a great opening today! I am so happy that Kado no mise's Yo Monday popups were so successful that it led to this beautiful café! Food: We got the Niku udon (chewy noodles, warm and savory broth, the ribeye meat was a little on the tough side but still delicious), the mentaiko scallop temaki (came with cute instructions to open it successfully, the scallop was so fresh, sweet, creamy and the mentaiko had that briny bite) the kinoko donburi (perfectly fluffy and chewy rice, delicious sauce, and the perfect soft and chewy umami mushrooms), the classic ebi shiso (crisp wrapper, fresh bite of shiso, and tender shrimp), and the ispahan cream puff from Marc Heu (a fluffy sweet cloud with a lychee and raspberry inside). Ambiance: very spacious, well lit, and clean. The booths are extra long and comfortable enough for a group. Service: excellent, courteous, and attentive. Barely needed to ask for water before someone swooped in with a freshly filled bottle! A bit eager, someone did grab our plate while we were grazing and I wished they had asked first before attempting to take it away. Everyone was friendly - I do wish there was a stronger effort to pronounce the dishes/ingredients correctly, but I imagine that it will improve with time and training. Overall a wonderful experience and I can't wait to come back and order more new things! Congrats, Chef Yo! read more

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Cafe Yoto is a new addition to North Loop and it's right next to one of my favorite coffee shops! We decided to stop in on a whim just to see what it was all about. You order at the counter and the staff is very friendly and efficient. The restaurant space is very clean and kind of gives the slight vibe of a lunch room but in an elevated way! Their booths are HUGE which is kinda fun. We ordered the chicken karaage side, a scallop temkai & a spicy salmon temkai. I wasn't sure what temkais were but it's a hand roll pretty much! The chicken karaage came out piping hot and it was very yummy! i love the little seasoning mix they give with it. I didn't leave any behind lol. The chicken was moist and the perfect amount of breading. The Temkais were also good! It wasn't insane but it definitely tasted fresh and the salmon was well seasoned. The plastic wrapping they put around the seaweed is a little bit of a hassle and honestly i would be fine without it (even tho i know it's there to keep is crispy). The scallop was sweet and almost creamy. The salmon wasn't all that spicy but it was fatty and good. Would definitely come back to try out more! read more

Cafe Yoto - Chicken Kaarage, spicy salmon Temaki and a scallop temaki - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Stopped in to the new Cafe Yoto in North Loop with a few coworkers for a workday lunch. I ordered their speciality- the udon with chicken. Which was light and lemony and the homemade broth and noodles were great! I also ordered the speciality dumpling, which I think was short rib and onion for us to share. It was quite busy on a weekday around 12, which made be excited to see a newer business doing well during the week. It made it a little loud, but we didn't mind. read more

Cafe Yoto - Chicken udon noodles - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We tried the donburi, which we thought were okay. The place was packed on a Friday night. They wouldn't let anyone to save a table without an order number, which was fair. We will try the udon next but so far we weren't too impressed. read more

Cafe Yoto - Donburi - Una Jyu - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Tried this today for the first time and got the eel donburi. The eel was delicious. Very flavorful. I wish it came with something more than just the picked daikon (I think) but it was yummy regardless. It had a decent amount of rice as well. It's a very small place, so be ready to wait for a table when they're busy. I got lucky because someone just left and I was able to get that one assigned to me. I only tried one thing so it's kind of hard to rate a place off of one item but I will definitely be back. read more

Cafe Yoto - Grilled eel donburi - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Oyako Don - 6/10 because the chicken was not cooked that well. Some of the pieces were still raw and it was not worth the $18. You can easily make this at home for way cheaper and have the chicken well cooked. Please note that I appreciate the staff members and their support. However, I don't recommend the food. read more

Cafe Yoto - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

The karaage was amazing. Some of the closest to having karaage in Japan in terms of quality of the chicken. It was flavorful and very juicy. The cashier was super helpful in explaining the menu and gave some great recommendations. I also loved the music selection. I would definitely recommend this place. read more

Cafe Yoto - Chicken karaage, the mentaiko scallop, shrimp tempura, and assorted fish hand rolls. - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Ambience is clean, service is friendly, and the food is simply delicious and fresh. The karage was hot seasoned to perfection. The temaki was easy to eat and fresh! Would come here again if I'm in MN. The Osaka fog tasted like milk tea w/black sesame in it. read more

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Food was absolutely delicious and the service was so amazing. Very spacious and clean restaurant! read more

Cafe Yoto - Dessert- Potato Roll Cake - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Looked fake, tasted worse I usually don't leave Yelp reviews, but I had to for this one. I decided to try Yoto for the first time, it looked new and trendy, so I figured, why not? I ordered the rice bowl with crispy chicken, and honestly... it felt like I was eating fake food. The texture was so strange, the chicken was super chewy and almost plastic-like, and the rice looked and tasted off. It literally reminded me of Play-Doh food from a kids' set. For $20, I expected at least a full, fresh meal - not five pieces of chewy chicken on top of a scoop of sushi rice with random sauces on the side. I asked to exchange the chicken, and while the staff were kind about it, I waited nearly 20 minutes for the shrimp replacement, even though I was the only customer there. By the time it came out, my rice was cold, and the portion was tiny (two shrimp tempuras). I really wanted to like this place, but it just didn't deliver. Between the fake-tasting food, long wait, and small portions, I left feeling disappointed and low-key scammed. The staff were polite, but the food itself was not it. read more

Cafe Yoto - Rice and shrimp - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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fun atmosphere. good hand rolls. good ramen. nothing that changed my life but I would definitely come back to try more. read more

Cafe Yoto - spicy tuna and then the salmon avocado - Japanese Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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