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    Hana Japanese Eatery

    4.1 (757 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
    Open • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    HANA JAPANESE EATERY ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Eggplant special, roe, special plate of mixed sashimi
    Carrie R.

    I can't say enough positive remarks about Hana after taking my husband here for his birthday. Having never been, the staff was thoughtful in guiding us through sake and food suggestions. We went on a Tuesday night and perhaps a much slower evening but the level of attention we received from Lynn (owner/chef) was unparalleled. We learned about sake, ordered specials and had an amazing evening of conversation. It is clear this locally owned restaurant takes quality seriously, with meticulous plating and tons of fresh seafood items. The focus is certainly more on sushi/ raw fish items but there are noodles, tempura and entrees as well. We will certainly be back!

    Sashimi
    Jeannie N.

    Cozy Japanese restaurant with the friendliest service. This place is such a gem! The staff gave us recommendations, were quick to clear our plates, and so friendly to talk to! The environment feels low-key and casual but still had some nice Japanese details in their decor. We ordered sushi, sashimi, agadashi tofu, and nabe soup. Everything was so satisfying. I feel like the fish was one of the higher quality in the area. We will definitely come back!

    Shio ramen
    Linda E.

    Food and service is always exceptional at Hana! The Shio ramen is usually my go to and hits the spot every time, especially during the colder months.

    Dyno roll
    Amber M.

    Hana Japanese is an absolute must try! I would suggest making a reservation, this spot fills up quickly. Lynn gave us the VIP treatment and we enjoyed every moment! The service was next level. They have a variety of Japanese whisky and spirits that put most places to shame. Lots of authentic imports from Japan like hitachino beers. The sushi was off the charts fresh!

    Robert P.

    We had Hana cater our annual Spring party, and as expected, the food was outstanding. Even guests who don't usually care for sushi found themselves enjoying everything. Thank you, Lynn and Lori!

    Spicy Tuna Roll
    Ursula D.

    For the past 13-ish years, my Yelp buddy Monica O. and I have had the joy (and occasional challenge) of co-hosting the International Supper Club Unofficial Yelp Event (ISCUYE). In all that time, we've only returned to a handful of restaurants--maybe 3 to 5--because, you know, the world is big, and our stomachs are only so large. Hana happens to be one of those special few. I can't talk about Hana without tipping my hat to Mike O. (check out his reviews too!), who first introduced ISCUYE to this gem. The first time we visited, Hana was half the size, didn't have a liquor license, and thanks to Mike, I spent more money than I ever have at an ISCUYE event--because he had us ordering half the menu. No regrets. Fast forward to last fall... our second visit. I walk in and see someone who looks like Mike O. But I brush it off, assuming my brain is just inserting him into the scene for nostalgia's sake. (He lives on the East coast now).... Turns out, nope--I was looking at Mike O. himself, sitting right in our ISC spot like it was meant to be. What a reunion! That night, we also met the owner (Lori?), who helped prepare our meal. Since then, I've been back a couple of times, and she still remembers me and my kiddo. I love a place where everybody knows your name--and they're always glad you came! CHEERS! Central Phoenix is a sushi lover's playground, with at least three top-tier spots that deliver on quality and creativity. But Hana? Hana sits comfortably at the top of my list. Check out my pics, and you'll see why this place earns every one of its five stars. Return Factor: 100%

    Interior
    Amanda C.

    Enjoyed this authentic Japanese restaurant on a whim! The service was so great and everyone extremely friendly and attentive. The restaurant is casual and can be a good spot for a casual date night, meal in, or friend catch up. The food was really good and great quality! The Hana Bento Box blew away my expectations - the sashimi melted in your mouth and tasted fresh. The ramen was also good and noodles had a nice chew and broth had good umami flavor. The Sea Bass Sakamushi was good, but only came with 5 pieces (not advertised on menu about pieces) for $25 - so pricey for the quantity.

    Curry Udon with Shrimp
    Quinney H.

    I got dinner with a couple friends at Hana on Sunday, and it was a first rate experience. The service was exceptional, and what motivated me to write this review. The food was solid: the vegetable tempura & curry udon were personal highlights for me. I also really appreciated that the dining room here is more intimate and quiet, allowing our group to quickly recenter in between stops on our bar hopping adventure. The restaurant was recommended by a Phoenix native we met earlier that evening, and he did not lead us astray!

    Steak with scallops
    Heena S.

    This is our go to sushi neighborhood spot. Always pleasant service. Consistent quality of food. And variety of offerings. My favorite is the bento box (must be shared!) and the steak with scallops were excellent.

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    Cozy, friendly place. Food and service was amazing. We will definitely be back. Menu has many choices and food was fresh.

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    Really good food! Great service. Nice to find an authentic izakaya in Phoenix. We liked everything we had.

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    Great food, great gluten free options. The staff is very helpful with suggestions and always punctual!

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    Best sushi spot in AZ. Creative dishes, very authentic and amazing service. Really deep list of sake and Japanese craft beers too

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    You guys have such a BUSY restaurant! what's the preferred way to order food TO-GO (to take away)? some CLUELESS IDIOTS _sitting at a table and ordered TO-GO_, and then waited…

    Is there still an option for BYOB?

    No according to their website

    Do they have plenty of options for veggie rolls?

    Do they serve real crab or imitation? I prefer actual crab.

    K-Krab for California rolls, etc. Real crab for proper dishes. Hint: order K-Krab Tempura. Best… 

    Is it safe for a person with Celiac Disease or being gluten free safe eating there? If so, is there a high chance of cross contamination?

    Sit at the bar and communicate with the chefs - they’re very easy to talk to and will happily accommodate. For example, you can sub chopped crab to replace the krab mix in any roll, and they have fresh chopped wasabi and gf soy sauce + tamari upon… 

    Do they have okonomiyaki? I've seen pictures but it's not on the menu?

    Hi Katie, yes, we do offer okonomiyaki. It is not listed on our main menu, but rather on our specials board. Traditionally, we make it with pork and shrimp, but you could get it with just pork, or just shrimp as well. It's a nice size, so… 

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    4.5(1.9k reviews)
    10.0 mi
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    * Food: Rated 10 out of 10 for high quality * Ambience: Calm…read moreand relaxing, great for a chill time * Service: Friendly and efficient staff.

    The food was actually very good, which makes the experience even more disappointing because the…read moreservice was absolutely horrible. We were a party of 12 visiting on vacation, and none of us are from the area. We ordered spam musubi and a chicken skewer as appetizers. Both appetizers arrived well after our entrees had already been served and we had essentially finished eating. Each time we asked about them, we were repeatedly told, "They're coming." Mind you, these are simple appetizers that should not take anywhere near that long to prepare. When we asked for the third time, we finally asked that the appetizers be cancelled since we had already finished our meal. At that point, the gentleman working the front area , tall, with red hair, loudly yelled from across the restaurant, in an extremely rude and confrontational tone, "It's already on the grill!" There was absolutely no reason to speak to paying customers that way. His response was unprofessional, unnecessary, and honestly created a very hostile and uncomfortable feeling during what should have been an enjoyable dinner, especially while our group was on vacation and simply trying to enjoy a meal together. When the appetizers eventually came out, we left them sitting there because we were already done eating and ended up taking them to go. He eventually told us they would be removed from the bill, which we appreciated, but that did not excuse the way the situation was handled. Again, the food was good, but good food does not make up for poor service and especially not for an employee speaking to customers in an aggressive and disrespectful manner. Management should seriously address how customers are treated, because the interaction with this particular employee overshadowed what could have otherwise been a good dining experience for our party of 12.

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    4.6(76 reviews)
    9.5 mi

    Some restaurants announce themselves with neon lights and a line out the door. Others seem almost…read moredetermined to keep you away. Hai Noon falls firmly into the second category. I booked a solo seat at the bar just two hours before dinner, which, in hindsight, should have been my first clue. The night before, my plans at Chilte had evaporated after I arrived to discover the owner was hosting a baby shower and the ceilings were being painted instead of dinner being served. I wasn't eager to go 0-for-2 on my Scottsdale food pilgrimage. Pulling into what looked more like an aging roadside motor lodge than the home of a James Beard-recognized restaurant, I wondered if Google Maps had developed a sense of humor. I parked around back, followed the sign to the dining room, and found... a locked door. Naturally. For a brief moment I thought the Arizona restaurant gods were playing another practical joke. Then I spotted another entrance simply marked "Bar." Inside, Hai Noon revealed itself as a tiny oasis. Phoenix met Tokyo somewhere in a dimly lit room with clean lines, warm wood, and mellow music humming through the speakers. Three other guests occupied the restaurant--a couple finishing dinner and what appeared to be a delightfully intimate two-person baby shower. I took my place at the bar. The server welcomed me warmly. When I admitted I was in town for work and wanted to experience the restaurant rather than order safely, he smiled and took control. A few menu staples were unavailable but he confidently selected four dishes. The grapefruit avocado hamachi spoons arrived first and immediately justified the trip. Rich, buttery fish balanced against bright citrus acidity with avocado quietly stitching everything together. It's the kind of bite that reminds you why chefs obsess over simplicity done well. The white fish carpaccio followed with a little theater. Hot sesame oil was poured tableside, barely kissing the fish into submission. Fun presentation. Beautiful execution. Though once the spectacle faded, the dish itself never quite reached the same emotional high as the hamachi. The garlic butter mushrooms arrived... in a plastic bag. It shouldn't have worked. It absolutely did. Deeply savory, unapologetically rich, and refreshingly unconcerned with appearances. The house chicken, unfortunately, couldn't keep pace. Twice fried and topped with egg salad alongside a chili vinegar, it sounded far more exciting than it tasted. Sometimes clever combinations simply refuse to become memorable food. Cocktails, however, were another story. My first choice--the Kosho--was unavailable, so I settled on the Japanese Moss, a gin cocktail topped with yuzu cold foam. The foam leaned aggressively tart but never overwhelmed the drink. Later, after finally coaxing the bartender away from his phone, he suggested an off-menu serrano-infused rum cocktail with miso. Complex, vegetal, spicy, balanced. Exactly the sort of drink you hope to discover when you stop ordering from menus. By 7 p.m., I was the only customer left. Summer in Phoenix is merciless. One hundred thirteen degrees has a way of convincing even adventurous diners to stay home. I watched two reservations cancel while chatting with the bartender and server, who explained that between May and August, three tables can qualify as a good night. Location doesn't help either. Hidden behind an unassuming hotel, Hai Noon isn't exactly benefiting from walk-in traffic. The chef emerged from the kitchen several times during service. Each time he glanced at the empty reservation book, quietly acknowledged another cancellation with a shake of his head, and disappeared back into the kitchen without speaking to anyone. There was something heartbreaking about it. Here was someone capable of creating award-winning food, still chasing perfection while circumstances far beyond the plate slowly worked against him. Hai Noon isn't flawless. Service occasionally drifted. One dish missed the mark. The room felt almost too empty. But I'd rather spend an evening in an imperfect restaurant full of ambition than a polished dining room serving food without a soul. I just hope Scottsdale's relentless summer doesn't prove too Hai for many more Noons.

    Intimate space for a nice dinner! I like the cozy/homey vibes mixed with the upscale food choices…read more Would recommend: the pork belly mushroom rice changed our lives. It was SO DELICIOUS. Wow. I could eat this every day and never get sick of it. Melts in your mouth. A must order. Wouldn't recommend: the salmon sashimi. The salmon was room temperature/a little warm which threw me off and made it tough to enjoy. Maybe a cold plate for serving would help combat this! The flavor was there, but the temperature made me nervous. Maybe order: the yams. For me, it had way too much topping in a small bowl, which made it overwhelming. Some of the yams were undercooked, but there is a lot of potential for this dish!

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    Kodo Sushi Sake

    4.7(1.3k reviews)
    12.9 mi
    •$$

    This review is strictly for the food as I ordered through Uber Eats. I didn't step food into the…read moreresturant or have interaction with the employees. I like that they use purple rice for all the sushi here, it's healthy and also adds a bit to the flavor. Fish is fresh and portion sizes are generous - I mean that in a way that the rolls and sushi fill you up quite quickly without the rolls being too large in size. The balance between fish and rice is a solid ratio, although I'll say that everything started to taste quiet similar after a while and I couldn't really differentiate between the different rolls. Anyways, overall a solid sushi spot in Scottsdale, AZ. Mt Fuji Roll- Love that they top with raw scallop! Yellowtail Carpaccio - Fresh and vibrant, jalapeno adds a nice kick Havana Roll - The mango brings brightness to the roll 5 Nigiri & Crazy Roll - Value combo, the bluefin tuna quality is good

    My husband surprised me with a date night at Kodo Sushi. It was my first time eating here, but had…read moreheard him talking about it many times in the past. Upon arrival, the place doesn't look like anything special. It's inside a strip mall, and looks mediocre. However, do not judge too soon. Once you get inside, everything is well laid out & it's very nice. It was busy when we went in on a Friday night, BUT we got seated quicker than estimated- which is always a win! I was not happy with where we were seated, as it was facing the wall in the small bar area. We are people watchers by nature, so it's always fun to be in a spot where we can look around the room effortlessly. However, it wasn't the end of the world and I certainly didn't want to wait any longer, the food looked wonderful & I was starving! I do not remember exactly which rolls we got, but... all of them were EXCELLENT!! Everything was undoubtedly fresh, and made with quality ingredients. I thought the black rice was really neat! I've never seen that before. The waitstaff were very friendly and accommodating. It took no time at all to get our orders out, which was impressive considering that the place was packed near capacity! As we left, all of the sushi pros behind the glass thanked us for coming in and wished us a great rest of our evening. I thought that was very kind. It's not very often that you find a whole line of people stopping what they are doing to wish you well on your way out of their establishment. All in all, 10/10 experience! I would recommend this place to anyone who loves Sushi!

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    4.2(2.2k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    •$$$

    Met up with friends and family here for dinner. I'd been wanting to try a new Asian fusion spot,…read moreand this one had been on my list for a while - it did not disappoint! The atmosphere is super classy and cute, with great date-night vibes. Parking can be a little limited with the English pub next door, but it's definitely worth a stop. We started with a few of their buns. The pork belly was my favorite, but the fried chicken and meatball were both very good! For dinner, we ordered the fried rice, XO noodles, and shaking beef. The beef was a little more well done than I prefer, but everything was packed with flavor. Portions were generous, presentation was beautiful, and overall, the food was delicious. Most dishes averaged around $20, which felt very reasonable for the quality and portion sizes. And a special shoutout to Keith - his service was fantastic throughout the entire meal! Great atmosphere, flavorful food, generous portions, and excellent service. We'll definitely be back!

    Clever koi is an Asian-American fusion restaurant that pulls no punches, I find that most fusion…read morerestaurants lack the identity of either side and underdeliver. Quite the opposite here, I have been a long time customer of this particular location and I've always had an amazing experience with the food as well as excellent service from the staff over the years. The chef and staff clearly care a great deal about the establishment and the love is shown all throughout the space. I usually have the Pork Tonkatsu ramen, Katsu sando, and Krazy Fries and everyday I'm away from Phoenix I CRAVE these so badly. Amazing and ambitious flavor combos that all fit so well together. Couldn't recommend this place harder

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    Cherryblossom Noodle Cafe

    4.0(1.6k reviews)
    1.4 mi
    •$$

    The vibes in here are so cute! This was such a fun restaurant to stop at. They even have a little…read morebakery case with yummy treats you can take home. The food was made fresh and delicious! The service was so kind and we really enjoyed our dishes. If you're able to give this place a try do it!

    Not the best experience. The restaurant closes at 10pm. But they kicked us out at 9:30! Really…read morerude and inappropriate on the wait staff. I've served in restaurants for 20 years, at elite places such as, Hillstone along with Chelsea's Kitchen and Buck and Rider, and I am appalled by the behavior of the staff tonight. I discourage anyone from coming into this place. The service is underrated. And as a paying customer, enjoying a meal with a friend, I am very disturbed that they would kick us out before closing time. This lady walks around and says "closed, closed" and starts turning off all the lights. I said "Oh the website says you close at 10pm" and the lady with the top knot bun and glasses said "yeah, but no one is in here so we are closed." Ummm we were in there. Poor hospitality on their part. Not worth it. Go somewhere else. Sushi Michi on 16th st & Bethany, or Full Moon Izakaya Sushi and Ramen, is way better and they don't close earlier because they didn't have any walkins at the point, nor do they kick people out before closing time. Also when we left a car had just pulled up to grab dinner. Turning away customers is poor ethics on behalf of Cherry Blossom. No wonder no one goes here and everything is so out dated. ALSO I had asked for a wine sample to decide which wine I wanted and our waitress said "we don't do samples". Okay well every other restaurant I've been to and worked at has samples. What a way to miss a sale. Wine was $15 a glass. Wouldn't you want that to improve your check average? These people are turning away money. So sad

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