I've come here to try some of their food options, and like that they have different meal and drink…read morecombos. My favorite items are the spicy tuna and bulgogi onigiri. Both are very flavorful and I like that the tuna one actually has some heat to it. I've tried the Salmon onigiri but found it a bit bland for my liking. The popcorn chicken is also a great sharing option. Overall, a great place for smaller meal/ snack options and I've always have had a great experience with the service provided!

Boba Queen on West Colonial has quickly become one of my go-to spots when I need a calm escape from…read morethe busy Orlando energy. The space is surprisingly spacious, quiet, and comfortable -- perfect for studying, catching up on work, or just unwinding with friends without feeling rushed. The atmosphere feels relaxed and welcoming, and the staff are always friendly and attentive, which makes every visit feel consistent and easy. What keeps me coming back is how reliable their drinks are. The winter melon tea is refreshing and clean, the classic green tea is smooth and balanced, and the leche green tea adds just the right creamy twist without being overly heavy or sweet. You can tell they pay attention to quality because the flavor profile stays consistent each time. If you're hungry, the katsu sandwich is a solid choice -- crispy, savory, and surprisingly satisfying alongside a cold drink. It's one of those underrated menu items that deserves more attention. Overall, Bubble Queen delivers a peaceful vibe, dependable drinks, and genuinely kind service. A great hidden gem along West Colonial whether you're looking for a quiet study corner or a casual hangout spot.

Since my regular sushi place closed due to retirement (good for him! bad for me!) I've been…read morestruggling to find a replacement. I think this is it! Finally. The sushi rice here is the best I've had since Hatsuhana. The rice makes a huge difference. The service was fantastic and the food was amazing. Although I wish there was a bit more variety, and the cost was a bit high (edamame, 4 rolls and 2 beers was just over $100), this is definitely my new place.

Sushi Tomi has been around for awhile, and I hope it's around for forever. Obviously, barring that…read morethey get tired or other things happen. Sushi Tomi has been around for a long time. Sushi Tomi is one of the original secret Asian American staples of Orlando that opened in 2013 back when Orlando was known as Mickey Mouse's backyard. It's decently priced, albeit far, and provides a nice sense of comfort. We went on a week night and they were still super busy. Located closer to East Colonial area, it's at 8463 S John Young Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32819. Their claim to fame are their bento boxes and different lunch and dinner sets, which is to say you will leave full with a balanced meal. I won't lie, I have been wanting to go for the longest time. I felt like some kid pressing his face up against a window, just watching everyone go and enjoy their meal. So this was really great for me, personally. I got their dinner tempura and sushi set. The set came with miso soup and salad as well as a variety of meats and veggies that had been tempura coated and fried with a side of rice. I also ordered a sparkling jelly sake drink, a tamago nigiri and eel nigiri. My overall portion costed about $45 without tip. The set gets a 8.5/10 rating from me. I kinda wish I just went with the tempura set instead of trying to have the best of both worlds. Not that the sushi was bad or anything, but the tempura was really the star of the show. It was so fresh and crispy and light and amazing with the sauce they served it with. The sushi was fine and well made, I just had heart eyes for the tempura. The tamale nigiri and the eel nigiri was good, but not the best I have ever had. They had other things on their menu, but I really recommend going here for Japanese basic meals or comfort meals. I think it's not dazzling, but provides you with a sense of comfort. Not to mention the service was amazing, and it truly was authentic and not gentrified. My overall rating is 9/10 for the whole experience. I will be back whenever I am in the area.

Every time we are in town my family and I order take out. The last time I was in town with a…read morefriend. Our hotel so happened to be nearby so we came 3 times our entire trip. Sweet: I enjoyed everything I tried. This time since we came so much I ordered a new item. My favorite is the Aburi salmon - it's lightly torched salmon sashimi over rice. I get that every time. I did enjoy the salon and scallop don as well as the tempura don. Sour: the appetizers aren't anything special especially the shrimp shumai. Seems like the frozen ones you can get at the grocery store. Stick to the don bowls or even the bentos.

It's no-frills dining, order at kiosks, they bring everything to your table, all dishes but the…read moreramen and soda are served in disposable containers. Service is quick and the food is fantastic. I use miso soup as a test for how good a place is and theirs was exactly how I like it, small cubes of fresh tofu, reasonably sized wakame, and not too much of any one ingredient. The miso was a milder white but nicely salty and flavorful. You could tell they didn't just phone it in and open an instant packet. I had their curry rice with a pork katsu and it was one of the best I've had in the area. The curry tasted homemade and leaned a bit towards the sweeter side but with a tiny hint of spice. It came with pickles which were just the thing to cut the richness. I also got their spicy garlic edamame which is my second favorite (Sushi Katana by the Milennia Mall has the best IMO). The onigiri was nothing special but great rice consistency and filled with bonito flakes and soy or umeboshi. There are a lot of dishes you don't find on most menus here like salted grilled mackerel fillet and croquettes. Funny enough there's very little sushi for a place with sushi in the name but I was ok with that because their kitchen food is what to come for. I also love that it has the vibe of a small Japanese restaurant with the option to sit at the counter and give you that "salaryman on a quick lunch" vibe.

Amazing Flavor and Value! Better than most Curry Katsu's I've had in the orlando area.read more

I had no idea this place was so close by! Stopped by to get some boba and ended up getting some…read morechicken katsu curry, which was delicious! They also had the option do to taro boba, which I had never had but really enjoyed. The taro boba texture is a little different to your tapioca boba, but it had a nice subtle sweetness to it. This place was really chill. With a small, but appetizing food menu. The staff was super friendly and the boba was great!

This ramen spot looks pretty unassuming from the outside, but the moment you walk in, it feels like…read moreyou've been transported to a small ramen shop in Tokyo (and yes -- I've actually been to Tokyo!). You order at a kiosk when you enter, the process is quick and easy, and once seated they promptly bring everything you need -- chopsticks, utensils, and all the ramen essentials. The food comes out fast and is delivered right to your table. I ordered the Golden Ginger signature ramen and it was outstanding. The broth was rich and flavorful with just the right amount of spice, and the housemade, hand-pulled noodles were perfectly cooked and delicious. We also tried the Hokkaido cream waffles. They're less like a traditional waffle and more reminiscent of a Twinkie-style cream cake, but since we'd had Hokkaido cream desserts in Osaka before, it felt authentic and nostalgic -- and absolutely tasty. I'd order them again without hesitation. My husband had the dango sweet rice cake, which was very good, but next time I'd still choose the waffles for dessert. They also offer a nice variety of drinks and teas to round out the meal. I love the super fruit green tea. The ambiance is warm and welcoming, the service is excellent, and the whole experience feels thoughtfully run. We'll happily be back.

We were getting tired of eating burgers and chicken tenders during our Orlando trip so we decided…read moreto try Hokusai. You order at the kiosk at the front. The menu is straightforward and has a lot of good staples like rice bowls and curry. The beef don wasn't bad, and the curry was decent too. I think we could have used some salt or chili oil but didn't see any out. We went back the next day and turns out chili oil is $1.50 extra but it's good! I also tried the classic milk tea and thought it was not bad. They use powder tea so it's different than real brewed tea though. Orlando doesn't really do boba so I understand. The waffles tasted more like a cake with cream but it was fine and still tasted good!

Surprised as many times as I have been to this Jinya Ramen Bar in Thornton Park that I have never…read morereviewed it. So here it goes. To start, they have a great Happy Hour 3-6 pm with a limited menu, but Sapporo drafts and local brews are under $5 each. That is a win right there. They also have beer and Sake flights. My Go to here is the Tonkotsu Black Ramen, but I have had the others and never a bad experience. There is something really welcoming about Jinya. I suspect they treat there staff well and hire the right people. Everytime I am here I feel like they are over staffed, but there are plenty of tables inside and out in this intimate venue. My two favorite happy hour dishes are the Salmon Pke Tacos and the Crispy Chicken. I used to live on Lake Eola Park and I so miss coming here. Glad I stumbled in here today.

The presentation of the food online is what initially drew me to this restaurant. I had the chance…read moreto try one of the vegan ramen options and added an egg to the dish. The tofu was very soft and not my favorite in terms of flavor, but everything else in the Spicy Creamy V Ramen was delicious. I also tried the Impossible meat bao, but the texture of the meat was a bit too firm or overcooked for my liking, especially paired with the soft bao bun. That said, I would definitely come back to try other items on the menu, as there are so many options to choose from. Our server, Carl, was very friendly and attentive. I visited on a Friday evening, and the ambiance was relaxed yet lively, with plenty of groups enjoying dinner or drinks at the bar.

So good! Every dish…read moreI've tried is great/flavorful. Side note, it is served as it comes out/tapas style so if you're eating with others just know food will come out at different times. I highly recommend the wings, dumplings, pad Thai, coconut shrimp.

Food Quality & Taste- 4/5 Hawkers is a solid and consistent…read moredining experience. I tried the roti, the twice fried Korean wings, the coconut shrimp, the Seoul hot chicken bao bun, the pad thai, and the chow faan. The standouts were the Seoul hot chicken Bao buns and the Chow faan. I've gone several times and I would definitely recommend this franchise. Service- 5/5 the service is great. it was fast, courteous, and fun!. The servers always have a positive and energizing attitude. Note: this restaurant serves Tapas style so dishes will come out as they are prepared in the kitchen. While I don't like to share lol, the dishes are meant to be shared. Atmosphere- 5/5 I love the vibe of this place. The restaurant is decorated with many pan-asian cultural elements. In some locations, you can hear the kitchen staff communicating with each other which gives a lot of energy to the restaurant as well. The music is often R&B and/or pop which also adds to the energy of the restaurant. This place is versatile. It can be a nice date night, a family night, or even a solo dinner at the bar. Value- 4/5 Hawkers has a great value. The dishes are generally cheap, or affordable. There are a few pricey options but you can definitely have a nice, affordable dinner with many of the options on the menu. combined with the fast and quick service it's definitely a strong option. Opportunities for Learning- 4/5 There are many opportunities for learning! The menu has a variety of pan-Asian options typically articulated in the original culture. So sometimes the menu will have you googling. Many of the ingredients on the dishes are also culturally specific which provides a really authentic vibe. They often change their menu so often when I visit I leave having learned something different than I knew before I walked in!

The high quality of service and of the sushi here is so consistent. I have to call today's meal…read more"edible art"! Every single bite is carefully planned. You can see in the pictures that their attention to detail and to the full experience of flavor is above and beyond. The sushi chef Leo is the Picasso and Rembrandt of Japanese food. Thank you for always delivering beyond our expectations. That is so rare these days, especially at such an affordable price.

Amazing lunch here! We got the berry sake and the taro boba tea drinks and both were great…read more I got the sweet potato sushi roll, avocado roll and the peanut avocado roll. The sweet potato sushi roll was my favorite. There is a whole vegetarian and vegan plant based page of options here. The service was fast at lunchtime. I would come back here for sure.

I went here on Saturday around 3 pm and there were no other customers. The staff was kind and…read morepatient while ordering the food. Also, the music they played was very relaxing. I ordered Por Tonkatsu Curry Don. It was excellent, especially after adding the spicy sauce that they had. I also tried the Spicy Miso Ramen, which has been the best ramen I've ever had. The noodles were excellent cook, and all the dishes had so much flavor. I can't wait to go there again!

I went here for lunch today during Jury Duty. It was the highlight of the day for sure! The…read morewaitress had the best attitude and was very prompt and attentive during service. (It's right across from the courthouse so I imagine they know the drill). I ordered the Spicy Miso Ramen and was very pleased. The broth was delicious and it was a nice serving size for a great price. If you're unfortunate to have to stay through lunch for jury duty, fortunately you can try this place out!

I love ramen and am very picky this place has great tasting ingredients! The service is kind and…read morealthough we order at the register then sit they bring food out to us and whatever else we may need. Never to crowded and delicious!!

Incredible! Wifey and I stopped here because we were curious and live close and we weren't…read moredisappointed. Absolutely fantastic food and vibes coming from this ramen shop. Super cool and friendly service, great prices and value as well. Bravo