Daruma Ramen absolutely blew us away. We started with the cucumber salad and gyoza; the gyoza were…read moreperfectly crispy, packed with flavor, and some of the best we've ever had. For ramen, we ordered the Spicy Tonkotsu and Spicy Miso. Both were rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of heat. The broth was incredible, the noodles were cooked perfectly, and every ingredient tasted fresh and intentional. We've had ramen all over, and this was hands down the best ramen we've ever had. Great food, great flavors, and a meal we'll be thinking about for a long time. We can't wait to come back.

It the food was great!!! I love that more Japanese restaurants are popping up!…read more おいしいです!!! Service was standard The place was clean !

Very friendly service, cool vibe in this place…read more Started with a round of vodka mojito and a bees knees. Both delicious. Apps were the Chinese long beans which very good and the avocado ragoon. They were crispy and tasty. The inside was a golden yellow which seemed a bit confusing for avocado but it still tasted great. It came with a sweet chill sauce and a pineapple mustard, both of which were great accompaniment. For dinner we split the shaking beef which was amazing. Tender beef. Loved the pickled red onions. We then splurged on the salted caramel gelato.

I came here for lunch with a friend on a Saturday. We had originally planned on going to Sushi…read moreBrokers across the parking lot, but we were shocked to find that they were closed, as in locked up with chains on the doors!! Anyway, Clever Koi came to the rescue and it was a great experience! I have been to the location in Phoenix, but it was a dinner visit and the restaurant was very dimly lit. This time it was lunch, so it was nice and bright. The service was wonderful!! I did not catch their names, but the the gentleman and lady who served us were very helpful. We ordered 3 of the Steamed Buns: Pork Belly, Hot Chicken, and the Bun of the Moment, which happened to be Drunken Shrimp, I believe. I didn't taste the Hot Chicken, but the other two were super tasty!! Portions were great and every morsel was devoured. The Krazy Fries were damn delicious!! Packed full of flavor and very filling, it's a great dish to be shared. I can't pass up pork belly!! Lol I forgot what drink my friend ordered, but I had no shame and had the Pornstar Martini, yessir!!! It was quite comical when our server mentioned that most people are embarrassed to order it because of its name, but I proudly said it loud and clear! That drink was perfect for brunch/lunch! Overall it was a great visit, minus the twitching fly that was on our table after we were seated. We didn't know if it was half dead or what, but my friend just swiped it across the table until it fell off. I'm not sure they have any control over flies coming into the restaurant as people enter and exit, but it was off putting to have to shoo them away while you're having a meal and trying to converse. Other than that fly issue, the visit was solid. Prices aren't bad and there's a big parking lot outside the establishment as well as a public parking garage not far away. I highly recommend Clever Koi if you've never been!

Have really enjoyed coming here over the past few times. It's taken some time but their service has…read moreimproved and they've been adding more items to the menu. The broths are so flavorful. The ambience is fairly casual so perfect for the family. Portion sizes are just enough to leave with a happy belly. Definitely have enjoyed my meals here and love having a warm bowl of ramen to satisfy my cravings.

Rent must be expensive here because what's going on with the amount of broth in the to go?…read more Respectfully, the ramen was just okay. Depth of flavor can be worked on, but I was okay with that on this day and was going for convenience. I live around the corner from here and didn't want to drive far for my ramen, but won't make that mistake again.

One of my favorite spots in Arizona, and one of those places that's consistently good every time I…read morego (both service and food!) My go-to order is the Wagyu A5 ramen -- rich, flavorful, and always hits the spot. I also love getting their nigiri, which is another must-order for me. The atmosphere reminds me a lot of being in Japan. It can get a little cozy and tight inside, but honestly, I think that's part of the experience and adds to the charm. Mensho is definitely a place I keep coming back to. If you're looking for great ramen and Japanese food in Arizona, this is one of my favorite spots to add to your list!!

It was just good. We got the garlic edamame, GKO and the spicy toripaitan ramens. Edamame was…read moreedamame, nothing outstanding. I expected more garlic flavor. GKO had too much gobo, the broth was honestly too thick and creamy. I would honestly rate it a 5/10. Spicy toripaitan was better than the GKO, but still only about a 6/10. Presentation was nice, but I can't see myself making the drive back, unfortunately. Staff was attentive and fast though! Restaurant was clean.

This is a really cute little spot for ramen and Hawaiian food. I knew it was going to be a place I…read moreliked when I noticed all of the Pokemon and anime art in the windows. I ordered the copy ramen and it was really good. I like that they gave these toys and how I wanted my egg cooked because I really don't like soft boiled eggs. My friend had some kind of a combo meal and it looks fantastic. In fact I wish I had ordered that instead of the ramen. My ramen was yummy, although I thought it would be a darker beef ramen and it was not. Our server was not the friendliest in the world but she got the job done. I guess that's all the counts. I would definitely come back here to try the Hawaiian dishes because they look seriously delicious, but I wouldn't make a special trip for the ramen.

So delicious! My son and I have been hooked on their chicken combos recently. DoorDash is super…read morequick compared to other places too. Pro tip, add a side of kimchi! We've only ever ordered delivery but the prices are pretty reasonable even with delivery fees and they run good deals regularly. Enjoy!

Great food, atmosphere, and customer service my friends had a few requests and despite the busyness…read morethey handled all our requests very quickly. I've come here multiple times and I will continue to do so. Fun with friends and family, and it's not super expensive.

Watch out, Look out! Pure ramen bliss awaits you! Along with other delicious bites! We had a…read morecraving for some authentic ramen and been wanting to try JINYA for a while now. No we said "no longer!" and went for lunch. The atmosphere is super chill with a great vibe. Love true set up of the restaurant, very cool. We were greeted in the traditional Japanese Izakaya style. I was trying not to get not to get my hopes up! The menu is perfect, not a gazillion options, straight and to the point. We ordered tacoyaki for an appetizer, the JINYA Tonkotsu Black ramen and the Birria Raman(!?!?). I know Birria ramen is not traditional, but love the idea of fusing the two. Ok, the food was hands down amazing. Some of the best ramen we have had in a very long time. Super flavorful and nice serving size! Our hostess, Chelsea, is awesome and did an outstanding job explaining the menu and answering any questions we had. Chelsea had our food to us in a snap and staggered the appetizer and entrees perfectly. All in all a perfect way to spend some time relaxing and enjoying great food. Highly recommend for sure!!

9/11/26 Today is Remembrance Day…read more Parking 5.5 Today slipped into a spot without hunting! Food 10/5 Yes not an error. My rating is based on Ramen. Tonight I ordered a Coke Zero and enjoyed a cucumber salad and a Spicy Sapporo Miso Butter Ramen. Asked for spicy level 5 but received a #3. I was in Ramen paradise. Heat was ok, flavor is crazy delicious. The salad is fresh, crisp tossed in a very nice Chef Crafted dressing. I also ordered a #5 Spicy Mayu Tokotsu Ramen to go, Service 5/5 Tonight just like my last visit was great. It was 4:40 pm and the restaurant wasn't as busy this hour. I had several people checking in with me. Loved that "whomever was available" checking in. Atmosphere Who cares, It's all about the food here. Don't get hung up on atmosphere, decor or you'll miss the best Ramen in Arizona. Why did Daruma Ramen make Yelp's Top 100 in the US? Because the Woman owner Rie is a Great Chef. She is Japanese and Korean and offers really special dishes from both cultures. $60.43 includes tip. Get your noodles on my friends, Daruma Ramen-SYOY!

I got the spicy ramen bowl with level 5 spice. I think next time i'll try it at a 2 or 3 as the…read morelevel 5 spice made the ramen kinda oily? It was a nice amount of heat at 5 though! I also ordered some appetizers and they were pretty yummy. Gyoza was nice and crispy.

Sizzling House was a nice surprise and definitely worth checking out if you're already at Mekong…read morePalace. The restaurant has a cute atmosphere, the music wasn't too loud, and they even had the FIFA World Cup on the TVs, which made for a fun place to sit and eat. If you order one of the sizzling plates, it comes with a bowl of miso soup. The miso was really good and didn't have that overly fishy flavor that some places have. We also tried the fried pork dumplings, which were pretty standard potstickers, but they were done well. The sweet and sour dipping sauce had just a tiny bit of spice that made it a little more interesting. The pork soup bao were another good choice, with plenty of filling and really good flavor. I ordered the Wagyu sizzling plate, and it was definitely the highlight of the meal. It comes out on an extremely hot plate, which gives some of the rice a nice crispy texture. Everything was cooked well, and the overall flavor was really good. The service was excellent too. There were two servers taking care of the dining room, and both were friendly, answered our questions, and stayed on top of refilling our water throughout the meal. Overall, this was a really enjoyable experience with good food, great service, and a fun atmosphere. I'd definitely come back and try more of the menu.

This was one of the most difficult rating debates I have had in awhile, and the three stars feels…read morelow, as I would recommend this to friends and will be back...but there is a nuance to the experience had. First, Sizzling House sits around a plethora of amazing food options in the Mesa Asian District. It is a small eatery and very casual. We started with the dumplings and karage. These were where the rating dropped. I didn't find anything memorable about either... My friend ordered the tokontsu ramen with think noodles. I had a taste, and while I'd order it if wanting ramen, this was what I expect of good ramen. It hit the right notes on taste and the noodle s were cooked well, just nothing that would make me perk up if someone wanted to get ramen. The highlight, which would have made this a debate between 4 and 5 stars, and which I will go back for (already excited!), was the sizzling Angus beef plate with thick udon noodles. This was one of the better dishes I have had of late, and I am glad I got extra beef and opted for the black pepper sauce. The thinly sliced beef with the thick udon noodles was a perfect pairing, and I ate this much faster than I meant to, not leaving any leftovers despite the add ons. Food came out quick. Staff was friendly.

For months, this location has been on a radar based on seeing various Yelp friends post about this…read morelocation. I was intrigued for both their sushi selection and their cocktail menu. I figured a Sunday afternoon would be calm, so I decided to pop in for a solo lunch. What I Ordered: - Yuzu Mule: The drink was delicious and refreshing, so I ordered a second one. Definitely order if I return as well. - Hamachi Lime Roll: This roll had an odd texture to me, and ultimately, I grabbed the rest to go as it was a little off putting to me. The flavor was decent though I found myself wishing there was more crunch with tempura flakes or panko bread crumbs on top. - Crazy Roll: The winner between the two rolls in terms of flavor and preference. Though, I wish this roll had the spicy mayo the other one had. I'd definitely order again and ask for a side of spicy mayo that I could add to the roll. Love the soy paper option! As for ambiance? I thought country music was an incredibly odd choice for this establishment hence the 4 stars versus 5 star review. I'd prefer more traditional Japanese music, or heck, even some J-Rock over American country music. I'm guessing Sunday afternoon is a slower time, so it was employee choice. Overall, I'd visit again when in the area and recommend to friends/family.

I came in again and this is is during Arizona Chef's week 8/8/2026. It was $66 for 4 courses. You…read morecan choose 1-2 items per each course. Course 1: Hamachi Peach Crudo peach amazu / pickled daikon/ smoked tomato oil / red pepper. This dish was right in my alley! I love Hamachi, and peach! And this is my first time having this combo in a crudo. It was many flavors all combined in one dish. 10/10 . **Please add this dish to your permanent menu! Course 2: Spicy Scallop Futomaki/hokkaido scallop / benishoga / chili crisp/ takuan / wasabi mayo. This roll tastes great, scallop tastes fresh and I love the way it was seasoned. However the rice around it was too much that I couldn't taste the scallop fully. I wouldn't get this dish again because of the rice around it was too much. Course 3: Ocean Trout Mi-Cuit/ okinawa potato croquette / citrus cream/fried capers / crispy salmon skin. I love the cream and the capers in this dish. The fish is seared. Although not much flavor in the fish itself but because of the sauce, it complements the dish well. Course 4: Dessert - Yuzu Lychee Sorbet/vanilla whisky hojicha granita. Oh my gosh, this is my favorite dish! It was so good and refreshing! The yuzu sorbet was tart and creamy. And the hojicha ice underneath was delicious! I would come back to the restaurant just for this dish and the first dish!

This place is so freaking good! So fresh and the staff are always super nice. Not to mention the…read moreprice of the rolls are priced so good! My favorite rolls that they have are Rock N Roll, Super California and the Arizona Roll.

My wife and I were looking on Yelp for a nearby casual sushi restaurant and found Sushi Rock &…read moreGrill. We walked in a weekday night and found the dining area quite small and full, except for their final open table next to the entrance. We took that spot and found out 'the hard way' they have those dastardly uncomfortable metal chairs. Not only is the seat firm and not cushioned, the bar that wraps around pinches in on your hip. We almost left but decided to tough it out. Our server was attentive and friendly and our order came out quite quickly. We ordered a few specialty rolls like their sweet potato roll, dragon roll and caterpillar roll. I also ordered a salmon sashimi. All of the rolls were well presented and best of all, tasty! It's not near the best sushi I've had, but it filled the craving we had. The wall murals and decor were simple but classy. We also noticed the noise level was good despite many people in a small space. Overall, this is a nice little neighborhood spot for sushi and worth a visit!