I've been coming to Haruki East for at least 15 years, which is probably the strongest endorsement…read moreI can give any restaurant. In a state with no shortage of sushi options, this has remained my go-to spot year after year. At this point, I think I've tried either everything on the menu or come pretty close to it. That's what happens when you keep returning to the same place for over a decade. The reason I keep coming back is simple: consistency. The fish is always fresh, the sushi is well prepared, and the food is reliably good. If I order something cooked, it arrives hot and exactly as expected. There are restaurants where you're rolling the dice every visit. Haruki East has never felt like one of them. The restaurant itself is clean, comfortable, and easy to get to. The location is convenient, and the prices are very reasonable considering the quality of the food. That's become increasingly rare these days. The only reason I'm stopping at four stars instead of five is the service. While I've never had a genuinely bad experience here, the last few visits have been noticeably slower than I remember. Service has also felt a bit inattentive at times, and these weren't during packed dinner rushes or busy weekend nights. Nothing terrible, just enough that I found myself waiting longer than expected for drinks, check-ins, or the bill. That said, the food continues to be excellent, and that's ultimately why I keep coming back. After 15 years, Haruki East has earned a level of trust that few restaurants achieve. When I'm craving sushi, this is still the place I think of first. The occasional service hiccup hasn't been enough to change that. If you're looking for fresh fish, a broad menu, reasonable prices, and a restaurant with a long track record of getting the important things right, Haruki East remains one of the best choices in Rhode Island.

We dropped in for a quick mid-afternoon meal - linner. We were the only ones there but were soon…read morejoined by others. We ordered a hot green tea and a small hot sake. (It was very cold outside.) To eat we ordered Tom Yum Shrimp soup (more spicy than we expected- and packed to take home), seaweed salad, garlic chili edamame (which we could not finish), tempura appetizer, and Ikura sashimi. It was all quite tasty. It seemed better than in the past. The service was cheerful and the food came out in a timely manner. We had not eaten here for almost a year but will do so more frequently.

I've been visiting Haruki for years and it hasn't disappointed. The menu offers a variety of…read moredifferent raw and cooked sushi as well as other entrees and apps. There's so many amazing things on the menu. The prices are really good, the quality of food is delicious and the service is always amazing. I got a dragon sushi and my friend ordered something with salmon. Will continue to go back always.

Between the sentimental memories & the consistently awesome sushi, Haruki's in Cranston remains one…read moreof my favorite restaurants! On this visit, we ordered hot sake & a Sapporo to share. Then we went with our "regular" order: - Daisuke maki: inside - spicy tuna, cucumber, asparagus & tempura bits; outside - tuna, tobiko, spicy mayo, sweet sauce, chili sauce & cilantro with extra habanero tobiko on top (you are going to see a trend here!) - Spicy scallop maki with extra habanero tobiko - Negihama maki with minced yellowtail & green onion - Spicy tuna hand roll with habanero tobiko - which is our idea of the perfect dessert! Food is fresh & flavorful, always a fun & interactive experience at the sushi bar! NOM NOM NOM #YUM

After a hot day out, I was craving something salty, rich, and deeply satisfying, and nothing fit…read morethe bill better than a steaming bowl of ramen. Located just a short drive away with convenient parking right around the corner, this spot was an absolute lifesaver. I was honestly so focused on eating that the decor was a blur, but the food made a lasting impression: Tan-Tan Men: Spicy pork miso broth packed with rich umami flavor and perfectly balanced toppings. I devoured it in minutes! Fried Squid: Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, served with a unique mango-chili sauce that was incredible. Takoyaki: Spot-on, classic, and made to perfection. Unforgettable flavors and fantastic comfort food!

One of the best places! Every single thing on the menu is delicious. They have a great lunch…read morespecial as well. The service is great every time we go. Love the drawings guests leave that are pinned to a wall. Also love that it's not so huge and overwhelming. It's a perfect size for intimate dinner with friends and/or family.

We had a very good meal at Ichiban…read more The place was not too crowded around 6:30p on a Saturday night, so we seated in a nice comfy booth. I got the Sashimi Deluxe plate and my niece got the pork ramen. Both were very good. The sashimi was very fresh and tasty. The ramen was not too salty, and the nooodles were thick and tasty. The fried pork pieces were also not too salty. Just right. Very nice service. Private parking lot on the side of the restaurant and off street.

Food: we got a free little sample of some kimchi which was really good. Liked that the fried…read morechicken came with daicon radish, but the chicken wasn't crunchy like we were expecting. Both the American hammer and grace rolls were good. They do offer vegetarian and cooked sushi which is nice. Dumplings weren't bad, didn't care for the sauce though. Service: the host was soo nice and welcoming, & the servers were very attentive as well. Extras: off street parking, not many slots, and it's kind of a tight fit. There is also parking on the street as well. Size inclusive seating, in both the chairs and booths.

I've learned the owners are Cambodian and the chef is Chinese…read more My group came here for a birthday and we ordered the Na Tang- reminded me of larb served with puffed rice crackers which was a nice touch Hae Kang (sp?) which was Cambodian sausage with beancurd wrapped outside served with fish sauce. Nicely executed. Strange flavor beef with mushrooms and onions-the strange flavor is actually satay sauce and had the right amount of salt and sweet and thickness Half a peking duck-it doesn't get cut in front of everyone and the amount was very small. Glad it came with a side of crepes to roll it in instead of baos and with the sauce and scallions and cucumber. The free birthday dessert was a scoop of vanilla ice cream since the birthday woman needed something gluten free.

Seven Moons is practicing safety during the COVID times. They had been doing curbside and take out…read morebut just recently opened up for in house dining. We made a reservation for 11:45 am on a Friday, and it was great. They took us in the back, where every other booth was open for use, and they had tables lined up down the aisle so you were socially distanced from the other side. The servers all wore masks but were still friendly and efficient. We started with an order of crab Rangoon, (Crab Rangoon Made one at a time in our kitchen,We sell thousands every week) tag line $9.25 which came out piping hot with their awesome sauce. One of the best 2 in RI! (Lemongrass in Warwick has the equivalent great crab rangoon and sauce) I ordered the lunch special of spicy pork with vegetables (spicy Pork In Garlic Sauce, fresh Mushrooms,Water chestnuts, Broccoli, Carrots, Celery in Spicy Garlic Sauce.) $8.75. I opted for white jasmine rice, an upgrade to wonton soup, and it came with 2 small chicken wings. The portion was appropriately lunch sized and the won ton soup was pretty good. However, between the appetizer and the soup, I ended up bringing my main course home. BF enjoyed that for dinner! My friend got the pad Thai lunch special where she picked Pork Pad Thai, and a vegetable nime chow. She also had to bring some home as it's just a lot of food. Not complaining. Just commenting. I do like it here and its been 6-7 months since I came here. I know it's always there and I am sorry I don't live closer to it. They have a "special" sometimes of Chicken coconut soup that is awesome. I didn't ask today because times are hard enough without asking for a super special. But I definitely recommend it. Our server was so happy to have customers again! It made us feel good to be there.

We recently visited Sakuratani in Bristol for the first time and came away very impressed. This…read morefamily-run restaurant has only been open about a year, but it already feels like an established part of the local dining scene. A nice space. We began with spring rolls (VERY good - chicken and shrimp) and sake, and the sake program deserves special mention. We selected a very enjoyable $38 bottle and noticed several other bottles at lower price points, along with a wide selection of canned sake--many around $11. Some diners may balk at paying that much for a can, but they will happily pay more for a mediocre glass of wine at half the volume. The value here is actually quite good, especially for those looking to explore sake beyond the ordinary. Our entrées--the ramen and chicken katsu--were excellent. The ramen featured a rich, deeply satisfying broth, while the chicken katsu was perfectly crisp on the outside and tender within. If you want a "hotter " ramen - the have an add on for a buck. Service was warm and attentive, reflecting the pride that often comes with a family-owned business. The atmosphere is relaxed and unpretentious, allowing the quality of the food to take center stage. Bristol is fortunate to have Sakuratani. Strong Japanese dining options can be hard to find outside larger cities, and for a restaurant only a year old, they seem to be doing many things right. We look forward to returning and exploring more of their menu--and their sake offerings. Highly recommended.

Delicious, fresh Ramen bowl, crispy chicken, soothing broth. Simple yet elegant. Will definitely…read moretry to return.

How did I not know this was here?! Tucked into the side of the plaza we noticed "wasabi" and just…read moreHAD to go in and try it. Upon walking in we were besties right away and couldn't stop looking around at all the detail, decor and delicious food around us! Sushi bar, ope tables and also private booths along the side which I thought was just the best idea ever!! Service was impeccable- food was great we will definitely be back again to try other dishes on the menu!

Stopped in for a later lunch. Not too many patrons there. We were seated right away in the back…read morearea. Menus were easy to read and after a little bit we made our orders. Wanted an appetizer and also a separate roll to eat. Let them know our entrees and a few minutes later we were served our miso soup. Which seemed to be clam based as I tasted Little seafood clam in the seasoning. It was still good though. Although we both received two different kinds of spoons for the soup. After waiting, my entree arrived, before the appetizers and before our other entree. The other items and appetizers didn't come out until I was almost dove with my entree. God was good so that was a plus, it's just the timing was off on serving the food.

Let me start with: my kid has a peanut allergy. We didn't…read moreorder anything that had peanuts, but they made sure nothing did. The simple sushi (spicy salmon roll and mango roll) were, as stated, simple. But they were very pleasant. The Holy Basil Chicken was very tasty. On medium heat we had to add extra chili sauce, but was very flavorful. I was most impressed with the Tuna Pizza "maki". That term is used in a rather loose sense, but in a good way. It was basically rice flattened into a disc, fried into mochi texture then cut into triangular slices that were each topped with spicy tuna and sauce with a thin slice of jalapeño. It was glory in every bite! I can't describe how much I liked this. The combination of flavors and textures. Recommend

A few days ago we took two friends for dinner to Lims - their first time. It is one of our go-to…read morelocal restaurants; one in which conversation is easy and the tables well-spaced. As per usual we shared the dishes: garlic string beans, scallion pancakes (both delicious), steamed shumai (I think I preferred the fried version), and tiki udon with chicken. We also had the traditional hot sake. The service was very good as per usual. All this made for a convivial evening. Of course we will be back.

Best Korean Fried Chicken ive had in town. Staff is amazing and price is even better. No tip needed…read moresince they pay their staff appropriately. A warm inviting ambiance that has more space than you would think. A must try.

This Korean and Japanese restaurant is on top of College Hill. When you get in, ask for a menu at…read morethe counter. You can seat yourself anywhere and when you're ready, you can go back to the counter to order. Or if you already know what to order, you can go ahead and order before sitting. The interior has a warm feel with good cozy lighting. Seafood scallion pancake was good. It was crispy on the outside and chewy inside. The sauce could have more flavor. I enjoyed the hot stone bibimbap which was flavorful. It was sizzling when it arrived and it was bursting with umami. The spicy pork bbq was tasty as well. It had a lot of veggies.

What a fantastic experience! The sushi was so incredibly fresh, and the lychee and pear martinis…read morewere to die for. I'm so glad we stumbled upon Nami while visiting Providence!

Not my first time here, another place was unexpectedly closed so this was a backup. Wasn't really…read morein the mood for sushi so I went with the yakiudon. It was tasty, portion was good. And everything was to my liking. Thick udon noodles with a slight chew and tender chicken. Healthy amount of vegetables mixed in, tied together with a light and simple broth. Overall, nothing ground breaking here. Solid value at $14 so if you have some friends who want sushi but you don't or you're tight on cash, good option. Good feeling overall in this place, little of a lounge vibe, service was friendly, no complaints out of me. It'll stay in the back pocket for a backup.