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Alan L.

A hidden gen! Located inside a motel, this unusually shaped restaurant offers a surprising range of flavors. The room is like stepping back into the 1970s. We had the tasting menu. We tried to identify our favorite item, but everything stood out. The cocktails are unusual and creative. The service is attentive.

Chicken and egg salad from Omazake dinner
Kelly B.

Had a tasty omazake meal here (6 courses). The dishes were very flavorful and the service was friendly and helpful. It was a little slow when we went because they were understaffed. The ambiance is hipster cool (mid-century modern).

Japanese yams - pass on these
Sandra F.

Have been wanting to try this place for such a long time! We stopped in on a whim when we were in the area and really enjoyed our experience. I was a little worried because I was wearing jeans but it's definitely a casual kind of place located inside a motor lodge. The food (really mostly tapas style bites) is creative and unique. Many of the dishes were Japanese with a hint of Latin/Mexican fusion. And it is fun to share dishes at the table! Got to try a lot of things! The Moss cocktail was absolutely delicious. The drink itself is earthy but the foam was citrusy, bright, and divine. Do not hesitate to order it. Amazing! We ordered about six dishes and it was just enough for two of us. We started with the sockeye salmon sashimi (because they were out of tuna). It was very good and fresh. The cheese on top was weird but it worked. Really nice overall but I wish I had some more sauce. Next came the grapefruit/ avocado citrus bite. It was really best thing we had that evening. So fresh and divine! I wanted more spoons! The finish was so light and smooth. The lamb with mango salad was a very small plate but was absolutely delicious! I also wanted more of this! The presentation made the plate look bare but it was still great. The shishito peppers were excellent (I always love them) but overall the dish was a little dry because they were covered in some kind of dry flakes. Looked interesting but I don't know what the flakes or pomegranates did for the dish. I would pass on the Japanese yams. They were topped with chilis and some kind Mexican style cheese. Pretty dry and not great. Pork belly and mushroom rice (one of the specials) was a solid dish and more substantive. It was not my favorite because I don't like fatty meats but my husband liked it! Our server was great and very helpful in dish selection! The chef served each item with love and care!! This part alone was worth the five stars. Might try the dining experience next time. Though it is a dining experience already if you order several dishes! My only comment to the restaurant is that I felt that most of the dishes were a bit on the dry side. I would have liked them more if they were served with a sauce or wet element! Thank you for a great experience! Hope to go back!

Grapefruit avocado
Denise K.

Hai Noon is a hidden gem with a unique ambiance. The food and cocktails are incredible--creative, beautifully presented, and unlike anything else. Served as small plates, every dish we tried was delicious, with incredible flavors. Service was fine but not memorable; our server knew it was our first visit yet didn't offer much guidance. Still, we'll definitely be back for the FOOD.

Big eyed tuna with roasted beet puree and wine reduction.
George E.

Hai Noon has been on the radar for years. Located in the Papago Motor Inn, the restaurant has a real retro feel with Flintstone style rock motif throughout. A 2007 SW James Beard winner, Chef Nobuo Fukuda has created a unique dining experience for the adventorous foodie. The meal was very interactive with wait staff explaining and recommending each dish and how to enjoy it. The staff was engaging and not pushy or overbearing. Our neighbors went with us, which allowed us to try more small dishes. Now to the highlights of an evening of tasty adventure at Hai Noon. We started with cauliflower in a sesame sauce and green papaya salad with a curry dressing and panko fries tofu. The cauliflower was fair while the green papaya salad was delicious. The panko fried soft shell crab and rice noodles in nuac mam sauce was one of our favorites. The spoon selection of hamachi with grapefruit and avacado were a great combination and flavorful. The other spoon selection was hamachi with myoga and shiso on a taro chip, another great combo. Our waiter strongly suggested we try the big eye tuna with toasted beet puree and a wine reduction. The other selection was the salmon with lemon lime zest, mint and basil. Homerun! We were very pleased with our initial choices but the specials blew us away. The Japanese yams with salsa verde, goat cheese and pickled Fresno were memorable and just the right amount. The white fish carpaccio with garlic, ginger, yuzu and served table side with hot sesame oil was one of our favorites. We needed to order extra bread to soak up the incredible sauce. Our final and again, a favorite was the braised pork belly and mushroom rice. A memorable selection! I can't sing enough praise for this inventive, flavorful and incredible dining experience. The menu, we were told, changes on what is fresh. A standing ovation to chef Fukuda and his skills. This is our new favorite restaurant in Phoenix. If you tried Hai Noon, take you adventourous friends and enjoy a beautiful meal by a thoughtful chef. Amazing food, fun environment, unique selections and intentional flavored dishes. THANK YOU.

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Heidi A.

A nice surprise! I don't think I was quite expecting this place to be what it actually is, a hidden gem! I had saved this place in my bookmarks to go when I got a chance to. Today was the day, and tapas style food sounded good so we came here tonight. The service was great! Loved the ambiance. I really loved that it's hidden inside a motel. At first we were confused but I just love the hidden gem aspect of it. Beautiful dimly lit atmosphere. The food was excellent. We got a couple different things. The sea bream and the porkbelly bun was oh just so delicious! They were all very unique which I thoroughly enjoyed. Definitely love to be back again soon!!!

Thea Z.

You know what feels icky? Discrimination. A group of my diverse gal pals and I walked into this bar and immediately you could feel a cold breeze coming from the staff. They asked what we needed and we just said we were coming in for drinks with our group of 12. They said we don't have a table for that and we shared we could break up into smaller areas. Their response, at the bar, was that they couldnt just have us standing around. So again we repeated we would be happy to break up into tables and bar seats. They then said there was no way they could accommodate us. The guy said they had too many reservations and they would need to have us out in 30 minutes. I said that's perfect we hope to just have 1 drink. The response then changed to our kitchen can't accommodate you. Immediately I was confused bc why do you need the kitchen for drinks!??? They then turned and walked away so we then felt we had to leave . Note: the bar was half full, the tables in the main bar were about 40% full, and the main room had 1 table full. See photo. For an area that has so many great spots, I would recommend trying everything else first. No thank you.

9/2024- soft shell crab and rice noodle
Tzarina W.

Apparently this is the same owner as Nobu teeter House which was closed years ago. I'm glad they are still alive and thriving here at Hai Noon. This is inside the Papago Motor Hotel. Parking is quite small. The feel of this restaurant is also small but quaint. Service is great as they filled our waters as the right moments. The ambience is a dimmed note. We ordered a quite a bit of foods such as: Special menu: - Japanese Yams $10- warm, crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, salsa verde, goat cheese and cool pickled fresco - this combination is delicious. - carpaccio $24 - white fish with garlic and ginger and yuzu kosho and sizzling sesame oil for a slightly seared taste. - pork belly mushroom and rice $32 - some of the pork belly was nice and soft. Some was not as soft. - chicken nanban $21 - two wash ranch chicken with egg salad and pickled peppers slivered slices. This is a solid dish. Menu: - Pork belly bun $10- some of this pork belly was a bit over overcooked. Comes with some cucumbers in a pillow white bread. A staple. - soft shell crab and rice noodle- $18 panko breaded soft shell crab with rice noodle that had a crispy texture to it and nuoc mam sauce. Tasty. - tuna $20 - this is pan seared with roasted beets puree Pinot noir reduction sauce. I love this combo. -oyster $18 - with tomato water reduction, mascarpone, wasabi oil - grapefruit avocado $18- hamachi with grapefruit and avocado. For some reason this had a yuzu taste to it but it was so good. - ceviche $18 - kampachi with shiso, mayoga and taro chip which gave it a good crunchy texture. I loved this one too! Everything was to my liking for the most part. Would like to come back and try the omakase!

Mushroom pasta
Rachel L.

I came here for my birthday and was blown away by the food. We are from Toronto and this was the one meal in Scottsdale that really stood out and wow'd us. I would easily come back if I am in Scottsdale again. A few of highlights: - Mushroom pasta (my boyfriend doesn't like mushrooms, but was our favourite dish of the night) - Carpaccio (tastes so good, smelled amazing, the bread at the end was a great touch) - Soft shell crab rice noodles (the texture of the noodles were so silky) I wasn't a huge fan of the chicken nanban. And was also really disappointed with the dessert which was an avocado ice cream and fritters. Service was really good throughout the night. The restaurant is cozy and romantic. We were surprised what gem this place is hidden beside a hotel inn.

Mushroom pasta
Jason C.

The food is delicious and flavours were unique. A great experience dining here and would definitely come back. The quality of ingredients is fresh and you can taste the difference. Service was smooth and friendly. Bar and dining area, right night to an inn. There's valet parking available.

Birthday doughnuts
Emma S.

Here's a rundown of the amazing dishes and drinks we enjoyed: Cocktails: Calipico - Refreshing and perfectly balanced Haiku - A delightful mix of flavors Desert Gem Colado - A tropical treat that hit the spot Dishes: Purple Sweet Potatoes - A feature for the evening. Beautifully cooked and flavorful Grapefruit and Avocado Hamachi - An absolutely amazing combination of flavors- a must get. Seabream - Very good and an unusual find. Fluke - Amazing! Chef Nobu poured hot ginger tea over it, adding a unique twist. This was a feature for the night so if they have it be sure to order! Soft Shell Crab Noodles - Tasty and satisfying. Ahi Tuna - Not the favorite at our table but still a solid dish Crispy Tofu - Perfectly cooked crispy tofu. Eggplant - A nice blend of sweet and salty. Mushrooms - I am generally a mushroom hater but tried a tiny one, and it was okay... Others at the table loved them. Little Birthday Doughnuts - A sweet and delightful end to the meal The food, drinks, and overall vibes were on point. Can't wait to come back! Definitely a 5 star experience in my opinion.

Drink and food menus, but they do have some items off the menu, so ask!
Hayden S.

The potatoes! They aren't on the menu, so you've gotta ask about them. I'm not sure why, but this subtle dish really surprised me and came out on top even though everything I had was great! The sweet potatoes and yams were lightly fried and had just enough of that delightful crunch to really beef up the texture in this dish. There was a teeeeny bit of heat from the chiles as well as some tartness (lime?) and then creaminess from the cheese. YUM! I'd recommend adding to the menu full time, honestly. The associates at Hai Noon were all friendly, the place had a cool vibe, and the service was excellent! They graciously made one of their cocktails into a mocktail for me, the Calpico, and it was insanely refreshing and bright with some enjoyable herby notes. The other food items I ordered were the shishito peppers and the soft shelled crab w/ rice noodles. The peppers were themselves slightly more bitter than shishitos I've had before, but this was okay because I had the sweetness of the potatoes to bounce off of it. The crab was lightly battered and fried with great crunch and rice noodles underneath were cold, which I wasn't expecting, but I liked it! I appreciated the addition of the chopped peanuts to the dish, too. Really yummy and enjoyable dinner! Would recommend to anyone visiting the Scottsdale area, just consider making a reservation because the spot is quaint.

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