Amazing service. Our waitress was extremely sweet. Me and my husband really enjoyed the food. If we…read moreever find ourselves in Escondido again will definitely come here. The gyoza is absolutely fantastic. It was perfectly cooked. The bottom was crispy. And the takoyaki was served at a perfect temperature. Now for the ramen. I ordered the tonkatsu and my husband ordered the spicy miso. Both broths were delicious. Tonkatsu is rich but slightly bland. But that's personally how I like it because it lets the other Ingredients shine in the bowl. Chashu was perfect not too thick and still had some fatty lining that was delicious. All in all I had a great time!

Arrived at 1:50PM and order our drinks. Waitress comes back with drinks and asks for the order…read more Order off the lunch menu, as it's midday and nobody is wanting THAT much food. They proceed to say things like "oh and the lunch ramen doesn't come with egg or this or that, DON'T YOU WANT TO ORDER THE FULL RAMEN?" UPSELL UPSELL UPSELL. Great. No thanks. They take our order and then leave, no problem, then a bit later they come back... "Oh actually, the lunch Menu ends at 2 so we can't serve you ANY of that" as if they've finally WON AGAINST THE CUSTOMER and gotten the upsell by mere MINUTES after 2PM... At which point we just give up order the same thing from the Full Price Menu. (Gee, what an ENJOYABLE EXPERIENCE for the diner to start their meal with...) I hope the FIVE DOLLARS UPSELL they made was worth the hassle and losing would-be returning customers. Never have I been to a place that with SEAT YOU before Lunch is over and the REFUSE to serve you lunch after they've already taken your drink order, then a lunch order and walked away, then come back and want to refuse service on a technicality (of which gets blamed on "the computer" as if there's no manager on site. Upsell, lie, upsell, repeat, make an excuse. Fine.) WASN'T WORTH COMPLAINING... EASIER TO JUST NOT COME BACK... (we wondered how many don't come back after the wheel) Thank you to NORI Japanese Cafe and AKITA Japanese Restaurants for never doing BS like this to your customers.

Great place in Escondido when you are craving Ramen and all the other go-to places are busy or too…read morefar. Busy parking lot, but they share with many other businesses, so you will find one if you are willing to get some steps in. In the same parking lot as McDonald's. We ordered: Mik's signature ramens-Me So Delight, Cock-a-noodle-doo, and Show you. Katsu curry. Order of fries....(pictured) and yes they are good! Cute place with Japanese decor. Inside is small, but we didn't have to wait that long. Then again its a rainy day, so might be a slower day.

I usually get the Spicy Miso Ramen here but this time I tried their new Tokyo Style Shio Ramen…read more It's a decent bowl. Noodles are nice and bouncy. Broth is simple and clean. Got my order fairly quick. It's a small restaurant and pretty popular during lunch time. Decent Ramen for North County.

I love this place. Food is excellent. They have a drive-through option that puts any other local…read moredrive-through place's food to shame. Staff seem very kind and helpful. It seems the owner is often working in the kitchen also. He seems to have trained his employees well. I hope they're treated well also, but they seem happy enough so I would guess that they are. This is a local "hidden gem" and that's that.

*I'm Asian and grew up in Asia so my standards are a little high*…read more Now this place was crazy bc I did not expect them to deliver like they did. First of all, I wouldn't say this is 100% authentic Japanese cuisine, however the flavors and quality were all amazing. They have a drive thru??? What??? I was so confused when we pulled up to dine in and there was a drive thru LOL, but it works! We went inside and I liked the attempt to have that suburbany cozy core. Food: we ordered rolls, ramen, and tonkatsu. When each of us took a bite we all were incredibly shocked by the flavor and quality. Everyone loved the broths and especially noted the chashu. The rolls were also really well made, preserving the textures of each ingredient (meaning it was all fresh). Now for my fav... this tonkatsu. Flavor yes texture yes, now what really got me was under that first layer of cutlet THERES ANOTHER ONE. WHATTTTT !!! It was like Christmas Day opening gifts when I moved one of the pieces over and noticed a whole other cutlet underneath. Insane portion size for the bowl I had to take leftovers and that itself filled a whole Togo bowl. Service: the service was adorable and so attentive. It looked like a lot of high school kids first jobs and when i worked my hs job i slacked BUT NOT THESE KIDS. They are filling my water, they are putting that smile on, they are checking up, they were so sweet!!!

Cute & delicious!…read more I'm rarely out this way, but loved dropping in after having it bookmarked for months (years?!) The space is clean and nicely decorated. Great choice for a solo lunch, like myself. The menu has all the hits, so I went with the BST ramen. I loved that it came out piping HOT. Super hot!! It really kept its warmth for most of the meal too, this is such a clutch part to good ramen many restaurants overlook. Flavors were amazing. Service was friendly and prompt. Will definitely return for more of these solo lunches!

Excellent food with just the right level of spice. Everything we ordered hit the mark -- flavorful,…read morebalanced, and satisfying without being heavy. Highlights for us were the pork belly skewer (perfectly grilled with great char and juicy texture), animal-lover ramen with its rich, creamy broth, and the miso hot ramen which had a nice spicy kick without being overpowering. We also loved the cucumber salad -- light, refreshing, and a great contrast to the richer dishes -- plus crispy karaage and brussels sprouts that were done right. Great variety, bold flavors, and we left satisfied but not stuffed. Exactly the kind of Japanese comfort food experience we look for. We'll definitely be back.

It was my first time going to Mikko Sushi, and the experience was amazing. The restaurant was…read morespotless and more affordable than I expected, which made it even better. The staff were incredibly friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout the visit. The food was the highlight--everything tasted fresh and full of flavor. Overall, I'd rate it a 10/10 and would definitely recommend it to anyone craving great sushi and if you're able to handle dessert afterwards their ice cream tempura is absolutely amazing!!

Best sushi spot in Escondido! I come here at least once a month for sushi dates, and it never…read moredisappoints. Alex is usually our waitress, and she's been working here for a long time. She's always attentive throughout our entire dining experience and makes us feel well taken care of without being overbearing. She has such a warm friendly personality, and it's clear she genuinely enjoys what she does. As for the food, we like to try different rolls each time. Some of our favorites so far are the Escondido roll, Dynamite roll (definitely one of our top picks), Dragon roll, and the asparagus tempura roll. We'll sometimes add a spicy California roll too. On colder days, I love getting their miso soup or spicy tonkatsu ramen, you can even switch out the protein for an extra charge, which is a nice option. My husband usually goes for the chicken katsu curry, and I really enjoy the beef yakisoba or the teriyaki salmon. So if you're in Escondido definitely give them a try!

On previous visit(s) experience(s): Food always fresh,…read morevisually pleasing, great tasting, served by attending and great staff. Pleasant atmosphere and vibe. Outdoor seating. My favorites, Kama, Sashimi, Steamed Veggies. Friday nights can be busy because there's a weekly farmers market venue that includes outdoor vendors, and music. (4pm - 8pm). Wish the restaurant operators would put grilled Tako on the menu.

Came here with my husband and mother in law from out of town as we were craving sushi…read more My mother in law ordered 2 rolls, my husband ordered a rainbow roll and 2 hand rolls, and I ordered the B set sushi plate. I thought the rolls were bland despite them being a combo of good ingredients or sauced up (crunch salmon and the dynamite roll). The best thing was the baked dynamite roll. Maybe I'm a bit biased but if the best thing at sushi place includes baked cheese, it's not giving quality ingredients or talent for the cuisine category. The biggest letdown was my sushi plate. The fish didn't have much flavor and the texture was off. It almost seemed like someone rinsed the pieces of fish thoroughly under cold water. Also the 3 salads it came with were NOT fresh tasting and you could tell they'd been sitting all day (and not in a 'oh it marinating' good way). Service was also lacking, but it was a busy Saturday night. The ambiance is a 10 out of 10. I'll give it that. Plus they had plum wine which not many places do, and my mother in law loves.

Best sushi in town I like the albacore and yellowtail. For rolls I always get a salmon lemon or…read moresomething spicy like the cartel or or spicy tuna

Tucked into a sleepy strip mall in Escondido, Akita Sushi feels like a quiet surprise. I didn't…read moreexpect chirashi at this level here--but it delivered. A friend who lives nearby had been raving about it, so we finally went, and I'm glad we did. Two Japanese sushi chefs behind the counter--always a reassuring sign--set the tone right away. The three of us, longtime friends, all ordered chirashi dons. No hesitation, no need to compare notes--just trust. And it paid off. Fresh, generous, beautifully composed. Good friends, good food--it really does make life feel simple and full. We'll definitely be back soon.

E N T R A N C E Warm greeting from hostess upon entering…read more Nice music playing in the background S E R V I C E Prompt seating, menu presentation, and initial drinks provided right away. Server answer all of our questions. They accommodated our dish modifications (no sodium or soy sauce) on the Chicken Yakisoba order. Meals were delivered quickly and had nice presentations. Q U A L I T Y Sushi On uses high quality and fresh ingredients for all their dishes. The vegetables were fresh and crispy. The meats were fresh, tasty, and as expected. O V E R A L L Excellent restaurant, comfortable decoration and dining area. Well lit inside and clean restrooms. Definitely a great place to gather, eat, and have an enjoyable experience.

First of all- Food was very good. Fresh and tasty. Had three rolls, all of which tasted great. They…read morecould have been cut more evenly, however. Some pieces so thick and others thin. Seems like for $17 a roll or more, the care to cut the pieces evenly would be there. Or maybe that's just me. The service was great. Very nice server. The biggest reason they aren't getting a better review is due to the cleaning spray that has an overwhelming smell. I noticed it when we walked in. If you are sensitive to scents at all, it's way too much.

I heard they served birria with goat, so I drove 30 minutes to get here!…read more Parking was easy. They have a big lot in the front. They're doing live music on weekend nights, so that sounds fun! I liked the goat taco better than the beef taco. The consumme was good. It took me a while to decide what to order because the menu wasn't entirely in English and there were no pictures. The quesobirria taco was more tasty, but it didn't come with consumme. I had to order another one on the side for about $5. They had salsa and onions and cilantro on the side. The flan was good for dessert. I wouldn't get the cafe de olla again, but it was nice to try. I would come back for more goat birria! Credit card/apple pay accepted Outdoor seating is under a covering

hooked up with these guys at a pop-up event at Burgeon Beer in Carlsbad. these days, birrieria…read moretacos are all the rage and BIRRIERIA AY JALISCO does a solid job. their QUESABIRRIERIA TACO is made with beef that's been slow-braised with red chilies, shredded, and wrapped in a griddled, cheesy, flour tortilla then topped with chopped onions, and cilantro. the crunchy taco was a nice contrast to the rich fillings inside. grab extra napkins. these rascals are drippy in a good way and pair nicely with a cold, Burgeon Beer. BIRRIERIA AY JALISCO has brick-and-mortar locations in Vista and Escondido with more extensive menus like birria de chivo (goat), carnitas, buche, lengua, and pozole.

Cadence was an amazing server! He was very attentive and helpful. Would definitely come back and…read moreask for him to be my server specifically!

This was one of the best restaurants ive ate at, the all you can eat service was awesome. Lidong…read morewas my waiter he was kind and nice I would recommend this restaurant.