I thought my visit here was great! I sat at the bar and the bartenders were wonderful. I started…read morewith the coconut shrimp and I absolutely cannot stop thinking about it. It was absolutely one of my favorite dishes I've ever had. I got the spam burger for my entrée and I thought it came with fries and salad but the bartender kind of confused me about it. Otherwise I felt like it was a little dry, but otherwise he was decent. Then I ended with the Keylime pie and I still think about it to this day. It was absolutely one of my favorite Keylime pies I've ever had.

Lovely vibe. Fantastic cocktails. Excellent service. Delicious burger. The shoestring fries are…read morekiller.

Stopped by M Sushi for the Nigiri Omakase which includes miso soup and 13 pieces of Traditional…read morestyle sushi with specialty ingredients, chef's special futomaki, and house-made Tamago. When you arrive parking can be a bit tricky in this area as you'll need to find parking on the street or in a nearby parking lot. When you arrive the entrance can be a bit hard to find as it's tucked away down a cobblestone road. Look for the "m" logo outside of the door of the restaurant. You'll check in with the host when you arrive, and for this trip we opted to sit at the bar. When you walk into M sushi you'll feel like you've stepped into an underground, relaxed hangout for sushi. To start I ordered the Mizuwari (Nikka Coffey Grain Whisky, elderfower liqueur, and tonic) which was perfectly balanced and a great way to start the meal. Following that the omakase service started with miso soup which was hot and fresh, followed by the different pieces of sushi. There was a variety from blue fin tuna, to sea bream, to Norwegian Sea trout. My favorite was a tie between the seared salmon belly and toro blue fin. We also ordered a bottle of Born Gold Junmai Daliginjo (Rich, smooth, fruit and grain forward) which paired excellently with the meal. This was a fun experience as it was my first time trying Omakase and looking forward to my next trip to M Sushi.

My partner and I came here for his birthday recently. We had a reservation and I would always…read morerecommend getting one here because it is on the smaller side and gets quite busy. We started off with their sodas made in-house, one being green apple and the other being grapefruit. They were okay. The grapefruit one kind of tasted like apple cider vinegar. We tried them because a soda was $6 and there were no free refills. I find that a strange decision but this could be personal preference. We got a mixture of the small plates and rolls including the nigiri (delightful!), tuna crispy rice (my 2nd favorite), dumplings, bao bun (one cut in half), the rainbow roll, and the unagi roll. While I thought the nigiri and tuna crispy rice were amazing - both tasted fresh - overall, the food was just fine. I think our experience could just be based on pure preference. I found the sushi to be good but not the best I have ever had as some other Yelpers have experienced.

Mrs. Helen was our server tonight. She is also the restaurant owner and was an amazing host. The…read moreentire restaurant was very friendly and the food was so absurdly good. 10 out of 10 would recommend. The lighting was great in there and the posters were cool.

Interior reminds me of a casual Japanese tapas and milk teas spot…read more Warm welcome by the owner when you enter through the door. Menu was Simple and straight to the point. I decided to try their Kiichi shoyu ramen with pork. Price: $15.99 + tax + tip What made this slightly different was Bachoy and chicken soup base instead of the regular pork soup base. Overall nothing wowing or over the top different. I will need to come back and try their tan tan next!

I honestly don't know how to accurately describe our experience other than awful. The food was…read moreterrible. No egg in the fried rice but they did add frozen peas, carrots and corn. Vegetables were cabbage, bean sprouts, onion and zucchini. The shrimp were salad shrimp with the occasional mid-size one with a tail that the cook carefully made sure every customer received at least one of. The restaurant itself is not that clean. Ripped cushions to sit on. We will not be back.

My roommate and I swung by Kurama to get the lunch special- two sushi rolls, a soup, and salad with…read moredressing of choice. The soup and salad were both fresh and served as great starters. The star of the lunch was definitely the sushi though. I got the salmon roll and the eel roll. We also got the salmon skin a la carte to go! The fish felt fresh and the rice to fish ratio was great. Since we were in a rush, I appreciated that our waitress was accommodating. I found the service to be excellent. I will be back!

Can't wait to try this place again . Every bite was amazing…read more My favorite was definitely the Mongolian beef and the crab fried rice very flavorful filled with aromatics. Perfectly seasoned. The beef was crispy. The waiter checked in frequently to see if we were enjoying the food.

Juju (9th Street - Durham) Although we live in North…read moreRaleigh, we've been spending more time exploring Durham's restaurant scene. This time we tried Juju on 9th Street for lunch. Parking couldn't have been easier. We found a space right out front in the lot off 9th Street and walked straight in. It was a quiet Thursday afternoon, so we were seated immediately. The dining room has an elegant, relaxed feel, and with only a few other diners it made for a peaceful lunch. Lunch for two came to about $80 plus tax and tip, making this one of the more upscale lunches we've had recently. We ordered: * Crispy Brussels Sprouts * Shrimp Dumplings (6) * Mongolian Beef * Grilled Lemongrass Hanger Steak Salad * Unsweetened iced tea The Food The Crispy Brussels Sprouts were a great start. They were crisp on the outside without being overcooked, and the mint, peanuts, and pickled onions added both texture and freshness. It was also a large enough portion for leftovers. The Shrimp Dumplings were excellent. The flavor was outstanding, and the Thai chili oil, garlic, scallions, and sesame worked beautifully together. My only criticism was the portion size. At six small dumplings, they felt a little pricey for what you receive. The Mongolian Beef was probably the best value of the meal. The beef had a nice sear while remaining tender inside, and the portion was generous enough that we had leftovers for another meal. It had a nice overall flavor as well. The Grilled Lemongrass Hanger Steak Salad was good, but not quite at the same level. The steak had good flavor, but the cut itself was somewhat chewy. The accompanying rice was simply prepared and didn't add much to the dish. The flavors were enjoyable, although slightly sweeter than my wife prefers. Service Service was excellent. Our server took the time to walk us through each dish, explaining ingredients, spice levels, and preparation so we could choose items that fit our tastes. We especially appreciated her knowledge of the menu and her attentiveness throughout the meal, my iced tea was never empty. Overall Juju offers an attractive setting, excellent service, and several very well-executed dishes. Our biggest challenge was simply that much of the lunch menu leans toward spicier offerings than we typically enjoy. While we probably wouldn't return specifically for lunch, the dinner menu appears to offer a much wider variety of choices that fit our tastes. We'll likely be back to give dinner a try.

I honestly don't need to review this food. It always speaks for itself…read more Mazemen with extra broth, chili butter and meatballs... sake or Kirin to wash it down. Give their Izakaya a chance sometime. A little pricey, but worth it!

Dashi has been on my list forever, and it did not disappoint. I actually went right after coming…read moreback from Japan because I was missing the food and vibes, and this place really delivered. The ambience is beautiful and cozy, and the customer service was so warm and attentive. We sat upstairs in the izakaya during happy hour (Tuesday). The standout for me was the crispy tofu bao bun. The sauce in it was SO good, I honestly wish I had ordered more, especially since it was only $4. We also tried oysters for the first time (they were around $1.50-$1.99 during happy hour), and they were surprisingly delicious. We tried a few grilled skewers, shrimp, eggplant, and tofu, which were good, but not my absolute favorites of the night. The best was the egg sando. It might sound simple, but it was incredible, honestly tasted just like the ones I had in Japan, if not better. And the fries?? Perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. My new favorite fries in Durham.

Not sure how I have lived in Chapel Hill almost 5 yrs, have driven by these place almost daily and…read morenever tried it. I must admit, the outside and parking lot leaves a lot to be desired but the inside is a secret garden! So, I am so glad a friend asked us to meet here for lunch yesterday. No greeter and the main entrance and different parts that don't appear to be part of Namu but all are ‍. So, if it's your first time know this. All food is ordered by a QR code which is fine but again if it's your first time, there's no one even walking around that you can ask questions to. But, let's talk about the main star-the food. I like Korean food, have had the widely known bulgogi, kimchi etc. My eyes were startled to see gimbap on the menu. After watching Extraordinary Attorney Woo on Netflix and becoming obsessed with it, IYKYK; I had to try the gimbap. I loved, loved the shrimp tempura gimbap. It was generous portions so I got to bring some home. And, the six different homemade sauces were delicious too...I tried them all. Definitely I will be back and I loved the ambiance!

This is such a cool place to pop in for coffee, lunch, work time or just to hang. I barely found…read morethis place as it's kinda hidden off the main road but once inside it seems to go on and on with many spaces to hide or be seen. I met some friends for lunch and we landed in the outdoor space which is super nice. They have an efficient ordering system - scan QR code and not long after our order arrived. They have a system to flag a staff member if you need additional service. I ordered one of there popular dishes as I love poke bowls. Bibimbap with chicken. Lots of veggies and served over rice or not. This was interesting and good. The ambiance is cool and I loved the vibe here.

This location is nice and big, plenty of seating and it has a large fish tank in the lobby. Front…read morestaff were nice and friendly. We had reservations so we didn't have to wait long. I gave this location a 3 because they are so different and don't give you what the other locations give you. Here it was soup or salad and mushrooms did not come with the veggie mix, I'm glad I ordered som or I would have been upsets. I generally order extra. Also the chef did not do all the chef things. We didn't get the pre meal show or the post meal show. They did sing Happy Birthday to my Mom. Now the food. The Sushi Sampler was good. I love sushi so that was on point. The Hibachi was also good. The Shrimp cooked perfect. My Mom and Sister got Chicken and shrimp combo they said the chicken was also good. The drinks were equally as good

It's been about a decade since I came to Kanki! We managed our expectations due to the mixed…read morereviews, but I have to say we were pleasantly surprised! First of all: what a value. The prices hardly seem to have gone up at all in ten years! And you get so much food! You're set for lunch the next day, for sure. The service was great. From the warm welcome from the host, to the attentive server, and then of course the hibachi chef who put on exactly the show we were looking for. Well the regular stuff: onion volcano, squeeze bottle with a string in it, tossing pieces of meat into open mouths, he played the hits. I will also say that the accommodations for allergies and food sensitivities seemed to be great. One person at our table said she didn't like onions and mushrooms, so the chef made her a large solo portion of zucchini in a completely separate part of the grill. The chef also asked us if we wanted double white sauce, or double ginger, whereas in the past I feel like they just served it up quick and you got one of each. I know this isn't mind-blowing, but I took note of how a tune he was to what we might want. The only thing I could say could use a little improvement would be the ambiance. It's nice, but could be even nicer and more romantic with warm light bulbs. The cool light bulbs feel a bit stark and cafeteria. I was really cold, so glad I brought a sweater, but I can understand why they keep the air down considering how many huge walls of flames are occurring around the place. Finally, it was my husband's birthday so of course I had to tell them so they could come out and sing while banging on drums! Why not? We also got a complimentary scoop of sherbet, which we didn't really want. But it was a fun and festive way to end the evening. Go forth and keep this place going! It's great!

Just had lunch there with a long time friend. The food was delicious and the lady that served us…read morewas great...Probably helps that she's a cat fan and has a black cat...I thoroughly enjoyed the dish I had and I will be making a return trip..

This was such a fun new poke bowl place to try! The portions were awesome, and they had a huge…read morevariety of meats, toppings, and bowls. Love supporting the small business, and would definitely come back.

If you're looking for a smaller cozy venue and enjoy sampling dishes that are done with intention,…read morethen M Tempura is that place. We pre-booked the Omakase menu, a fixed price tasting menu that was honestly a deal regarding price point. We would have been satisfied with the first seven dishes even before we got to the tempura tasting. Standouts included scallop toast, chawanmushi, and scallop tartare. At this point we were more than content with what we already sampled but committed to finish. The tempura featured prawns, lotus root, lobster and more scallop. And if that's not enough, we were presented with a miso marinated sea bass in a rice bowl garnished with nori, wasabi and pickled daikon. We finished with a divine ginger ice cream, perfect in size , flavor and consistency. M Tempura is your choice if you're seeking an intimate spot featuring well crafted, delicate flavors with attention to detail. This experience was a memorable one.

Had a date night here (sat at the bar- which you can reserve online), and did the "Kaiseki"…read more(Japanese tasting) menu. It's about 10 courses for $130- and I felt it was well worth the price. The quality of the fish was great, the flavor combinations were unique, and each course was different from each other (I appreciated only one course- with 4 items- was tempura/fried). You can add on additional tempura items at one point in the meal, and you can add on a wine and sake tasting. My favorite courses of the meal were the FIRST "seabass sammie" and the brie tempura (get the add on if it's not included in your menu!!!!) Some of the courses were interactive (I.e. cooking lobster in butter) and made for a cool, fun, and unique experiences. The restaurant is small and cozy (limited seating, so make a reservation far in advance), and both the waiters and the chefs were extremely friendly and engaging (sit at the bar counter). Really enjoyed all of the food, and an opportunity to wear something nice, and to eat something different (than what you're used to in Durham). I appreciated they had 2 other tasting menus, for cheaper prices (one was only $38), and that every tasting menu was VERY different from each other (makes it easy to come back multiple times). Would highly recommend M Tempura, and will definitely be back!