Ramen is fine, and they're open late. Got the spicy miso and it was not spicy at all basically. The meat was good. The broth was just okay, but not the worst. Quite small and slow on busy nights. They were nice and accomodating of our large party of 7 despite the busy night. read more

After 3 hours watching Broadway show Stereophonic at Curran Theater, we decided to eat late dinner at Hinodeya after 10 pm. It was our first time. The restaurant is small & was busy even that late. We found out they close at 1:30 am. This is good for friends late night out. Our server Ken was pleasant. He explained the ramen prep on the menu. For appetizers we ordered the Vegan Edamame & Vegetable Spring Rolls. My friends & I got House Ramen & one friend ordered Spicy Miso. The soup was flavorful. We got the hot House Sake. We tasted the flavor in one sip & smelled the aroma. All the food was delicious. We don't mind returning when we watch next Broadway show at the Curran Theater. read more

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Presentation of ramen looks so good but taste is ok, typical. Def had better ramen. Service is quick and attentive. Place is small but plenty of seats outside too. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

Really good Ramen. I like that you walk in, they seat you pretty quickly. You scan the QR code and order online and they bring the food to your table. There is a drum that they hit sometimes, i guess when they get a certain order, it was cute! We got the most popular ramen. It had beef in it. I really liked the flavor of the broth. I don't usually finish ramen and I ate most of it, it was so good. Lots of noodles and toppings on it too. Def would come back again, not busy even during GDC week. The bathroom is interesting, they give you a code and then the door automatically locks the keypad and you need to lock the door it's wierd and high tech. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

For a late (for me) dinner, I went to Hinodeya at 10pm on Tuesday. They were still half full, but I received seating immediately. I was directed towards the QR code for both ordering and payment. The ordering system might be a bit annoying for those without Square pay or GPay already configured. Fumbling for credit card numbers may occur for a minute or two. Otherwise, I ordered the Hinodeya Ramen ($16.5) with extra pork chashu (+$4.5) and extra noodles (+$2). This order arrived within 5 minutes. I probably could have done without the extras, but I felt extra hungry, having eaten a light lunch 8 hours earlier. The dashi broth is the highlight of the ramen. Its fish base never lingers heavily on the palate, and the smokiness is substantial but not as heavy as wok hei or barbeque. It remains light while packing a punch of flavor. Otherwise, the chashu was tender, the egg was nicely soft boiled and warmed up (not straight from the refrigerator). Overall, a solid ramen contenders in the area. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Hinodeya Ramen, extra pork chashu and noodles - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

First time at Hinodeya Ramen Bar was at this Union Square location when Edward took Joanna, Karol and me to a late-night soup dinner on Tuesday, October 15, 2024. I was not feeling well due to sea sickness from a three-hour boat ride, so Edward offered to take me out to eat to settle my stomach. Luckily, we learned that Hinodeya keeps long hours, so we headed straight here for some ramen. The Japanese noodle soup was the perfect remedy for my ailment. We arrived shortly after 9:45 PM sans reservations and were seated immediately. The dining room is pretty small, likely with maximum capacity of sixty persons, so we were fortunate to find a table right away. Interior décor is simple - wooden tables and chairs lined up in a few scattered rows with paper lanterns hanging from the ceiling. Even as the restaurant got busier, the atmosphere maintained its cozy air. The food and drinks that we ordered were delicious. Joanna and Karol shared an order of CHICKEN KARAAGE and really enjoyed the dish. Edward's meal consisted of a glass of whiskey and SPICY MISO RAMEN both of which he found to be very good as well. My cup of Hot Matcha Green Tea had a creamy texture which I really liked. I was also very happy with my bowl of CREAMY (Vegan) Ramen which I customized by adding SUKIYAKI BEEF, YUMMY (I highly recommend this!)!! Oh, and let's not forget Joanna's eye-catching sparkling drink that was served with a lit-up coaster - very cool! Service was fast and accommodating. A great first impression Hinodeya Union Square left. I definitely want to return! read more

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Perfect late night noodle stop after a night of drinking. Clean, friendly staff, yummy food. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Gyoza (5 pcs) - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Quick service. It's a tiny place so brace yourself. I took my food to go and although the portions were small my tonkatsu was tasty. I appreciated the kindness of the servers. I expect to come back soon and try their ramen. It's walking distance to Union Square so that was nice. read more

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3.5 rounded up. I've gotten ramen here a few times. Tbh, each time was kind of underwhelming, and I don't think I'll be returning. My biggest gripe is the ramen is way too salty, and this is coming from someone who enjoys salty/savory foods! There's just not enough umami or complexity to the broth. The presentation is beautiful, but it looks better than it tastes. That said, the interior is cozy, the hours are great if you have late night hunger pangs, and the location is nice. read more

I came on a weekend but didn't have to wait to get a seat. The menu was obtained through a QR code. After placing the order, food came pretty quickly. The Spicy Miso Butter Corn Ramen was flavorful and delicious. The Hinodeya Ramen had a nice clear broth so if you want something on the lighter side, this is the ramen for you. My favorite item would have to be the Crispy Chicken Kara-age! It was tender with a nice crispy batter! I love the mayo that came with it! If you're looking to have a nice bowl of ramen after walking around downtown, definitely give this a try! read more

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A pretty mid ramen spot, but the biggest plus is that it's open really late--we came in around 1 AM. I ordered the spicy miso ramen, and my friend got the same since we're both big spice lovers. Turns out, you have to pay extra to make it spicier. We chose level 4, which cost an extra $2, but it was surprisingly mild. The spiciest level costs $3... One thing I really loved was the option to substitute wheat noodles with spinach noodles--such a big plus! They were actually really good. Service was okay. The food came out quickly, and you order via QR code and pay directly through their website. Overall, 3 stars feels reasonable. I'd come back if I had no other options, mainly because it's open late, but if there are better choices, I'd definitely go elsewhere. :) read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Spicy (not really) miso ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

Pretty good ramen place near Union Square. I came here on a rainy afternoon, trying to escape the vendors at the conference that I was attending. There were several people waiting outside, but since I was on my own the staff was able to put me at a small table for one right away. Ordering is via a QR code at the table. We're all seeing this a lot more, and I'm not a fan. It's just another way that society has become more impersonal and digitized. Throughout the entire meal, as food came to my table and my water glass refilled, I don't think anyone said a single word to me. Anyways, I wasn't here for conversation. I perused the menu on my phone and made my choices. I was aware that their spicy miso ramen is the favorite, but I wasn't in the mood for anything too piquant. Takoyaki - nicely presented with a big pile of bonito flakes on top, which I appreciated. However, the octopus content was disappointing, as there were just tiny chunks in the otherwise large fritters. Hinodeya house ramen - noodles were perfect, broth was tasty with just a hint of seafood flavor (it's made with scallop bouillon, and scallops don't usually have a strong fishy flavor). It was a little heavy with green onions and I didn't care for the raw spinach leaves, but I appreciated the thick slices of pork and and the properly-cooked jammy egg yolk. I appreciated being allowed a somewhat leisurely pace for my meal. I had time to enjoy the takoyaki before the soup came out. It was a good experience; with a few tweaks to the preparation this would have been a really excellent experience. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Came here on a Saturday for lunch and there was a 5 minute wait for 2 people which is not bad. We sat inside and you scan the QR code, pay for it in advance, then they'll bring the food out. We got the Hinodeya Ramen & the Spicy Miso Butter Corn Ramen with medium spice. Both ramens were good and filling. The chashu pork was thick slice (which is great)! The egg was good as well. If anything, I thought the spicy miso butter corn was a tiny bit oily but other than that, it was tasty. The service was good as well. During the time I ate, I noticed that there was an older couple next to me who couldn't get the QR code to work, so the server gave out physical menus which was kind. There was also a gentlemen who didn't know how to pay beforehand, so he paid afterwards with the square payment. I appreciate that the restaurant is accommodating to others who are not familiar with the new kinds of digital menus and payments that are now all online. Ambiance was full but quiet in a way, it was really nice. There were also some people who ate solo as well. There is literally no parking - good luck with finding street parking. I would recommend to take BART up to Powell St then walk over. Or, take Uber/lyft over. It's a decent ramen spot in the middle of downtown near Union Square! read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

Came here around midnight after a concert at the Chase Center. The T- Union Square stop is very close of a walk. The restaurant was super busy but we were seated immediately. There was a line outside soon after. The ramen was a very solid late-night snack! read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - HINODEYA Ramen (House Ramen) - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

The food and the service, both below average; and I think they don't care. They probably just rely on business from tourists who would try it out for the first time, and won't go back. The chicken karage was tasteless and the ramen was below average. read more

Been here twice in the past week. Friends say it is their favorite ramen place in the city. While there is some uniqueness about their dashi specialized broth, and the use of matcha salt for their tempura, I don't see the hype. Service is not great, as wait times are long and they ended up telling us to order through the app anyway. Food took forever to come. Though they have some different broth flavors of ramen, including yuzu, miso, shoyu and tonkotsu and use wheat noodles, I felt this place was very Americanized. There was kale in my yuzu ramen and goji berries, so it seems not very authentically Japanese. read more

We went to the Metreon to watch a movie and was looking for a spot to eat afterwards. Hinodeya was one of the spots open after 10pm, and I'm grateful to have stopped by! There was no wait, and we quickly ordered via QR code menu. My partner got the spicy miso ramen and I tried the clam one. Both of the broths were delicious but the clam broth stood out most - very light but flavorful! The chashu pork in the miso ramen was so tender too. On the side, we were able to add a fried shallot/garlic seasoning. The waiters were also quite friendly too. The Japanese chants and decor made the ambiance fun and nice too read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Clam HAMAGURI Ramen (Littleneck Clams). - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great to find a good Ramen spot around Union Square. Place is clean, friendly staff, and yummy Ramen. We had the Spicy Miso and Spicy Butter Corn and they were goooood read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Spicy Miso Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Hinodeya is a good late night takeout option when many other places in SF are closed.

This was a quick walk from a nearby hotel I was staying at. The restaurant is small and seating is tight. When we arrived, we waited a couple of minutes to be seated. You order using the QR code and the servers bring water and cups while you wait. The food came fairly quickly. We ordered the sukiyaki ramen, spicy chicken katsu, and a side of rice. I wish the spicy chicken katsu came as a rice bowl. I also got the sauce on the side and discovered the sauce is what makes the katsu spicy. I assumed they made the panko spicy somehow. It came hot and crispy so that was a plus. The sukiyaki tasted how I expected it to. The portions are small for the price. I likely would not stop by this location the future. There are other Hinodeya locations that are a little more spacious. read more

Food was amazing! The spicy miso tonkotsu ramen with butter corn is a must have! The chicken karrage had a light crunch with juicy meat, and it is great with the aioli and perhaps a squeeze with lemon. Matcha pudding was a bit underwhelming but a good sweet rinse to rinse off the umami and buttery soup. The sake I got (pink bottle) was very clean and crisp, and it does do a good job of cleaning your tongue. Ambiance is lovely, lots of people having conversation in a small tight-knit space for food! It's really authentic to Japan, I would say considering I've never been. Service was based off of the QR code and everything arrived in a timely manner. Would definitely come back! read more

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A small group of us came after the giants came, luckily this place was open late and was only 10 minutes away from the stadium. Servers seat you, then you order online, and the ramen comes out pretty quick! I think within 15 minutes we had sat down, placed our order online, and the ramen was brought to us! I ordered a spicy miso ramen. It was delicious!! The egg was perfect, the flavor was amazing. I should have added extra spice but I was so hungry (and content) I inhaled my noodles and broth. It was so amazing. A bit on the pricey side but worth it. Thank you. Be back soon :) read more

No frills - fabulous soul warming bowl of flavored love! Flew in late and was afraid wouldn't find anything but bar food - perfect distance from hotel, open late, cold beer and fast service with a smile! Cozy spot and huge servings - beautiful welcome to SF read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Sukiyaki beef ramen - heaven in a bowl - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

Super small restaurant, the tables are very close together and even then, they managed to squeeze our party of 6 and a party of 9 after us. Even on a night of the Chinese new year parade, we waited only about 20mins. The food choices are great and I appreciated the spicy notes which allowed me to pick the right level for my tastebuds. We tried the spring rolls and the gyoza as well and both were great! read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Vegan Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

Ordered the Sukiyaki beef ramen and house sake junmai. There's a barcode on each table. Just scan and order. Water, tabera and cutlery are provided by the staff. You can customize the spice levels and other substitutions. The ramen I got had flavor and filled with the right amount of bamboo shoots, spring onions, sesame etc with the right spice levels as ordered . The broth was excellent, noodle texture was pretty good and the beef was cooked just right - not too rubbery. The house sake was pretty good IMO - I tried this instead of the yuzu and other branded options which are available at other places. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - SUKIYAKI BEEF Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

Efficient, intimate ramen shop. The union square version of the one in J-town. My favorite (Hama (clam) ramen) was once again a SOLID choice! Just the right balance of salt, spice and LOTS of clams. Actually, originally k thought there may have been too many scallions, base on appearance, but NOPE (!). It actually totally balances out the clams and broth. Noodles are delicately meaty and cooked just right. The butter corn ramen (per my husband) was also very good. He did not add any additional spice and he actually felt like the spice/heat was just right. Staff are pleasant. Restaurant is very clean and tidy. The only drawbacks are (1) location (Union square is still downtrodden) but during the daytime it's ok. But.... It is only 1block from the new Nintendo store which is AMAZING (!!) so very thematically cohesive way to cap off a fun Japanese theme day (2) not a good location if you will be driving and aren't familiar with parking in SF. If that's the case, I would suggest parking underneath Union Square in the garage. Otherwise public transportation or ride share/Waymo is good. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Hama (clam) ramen!!!!!!!! - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Service was fine, and ambiance is utilitarian with some Japanese decor. I liked the regular gyoza potstickers, but I didn't like the veggie ones which were a bit soft and bland. Not bad, convenient location, but not great either. read more

We just stumbled across this place on a rainy Sunday morning, looking for some place to eat brunch. We weren't specifically looking for ramen but we saw this place and immediately needed to try it out. What an amazing find! Tiny little shop, everything made fresh, vegetarian options, and the ramen is delicious! Also, prices are very reasonable. Highly recommend. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Staff was friendly upon arrival but I will say service was a little slow for how dead it was when we first got in. The restaurant was very clean and food was decent. Ramen had good flavor but I don't feel like it quite met my high expectations. Edamame was a little under cooked read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Spicy Miso Butter Corn Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

This was a last minute last resort spot to eat lunch before hitting the road. It is so small upon entry. Very cramped. Borderline fire hazard if you ask me. The ramen was okay. The flavor was mild and missing more umami. The service was ok. You order via QR code and they just deliver it. You also pay thru a QR code. Bathroom is pretty big for this space and has a changing table. However to get to it is tough and cramped so didn't even bother bringing my child. You do need a restroom code. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - HAMAGURI Ramen (Littleneck Clams) - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

Efficient Staff, Forgettable Food A few of us ordered the tonkotsu ramen with an extra egg and a side of extra tonkotsu fried chicken since we're big on protein but did not want to ruin the integrity of the ramen hence it was our first time there. Unfortunately, the broth didn't stand out or have any wow factor--it lacked depth and tasted a bit flat. While there were fried onions on the table seasoned with chili oil, it felt like you had to add a lot just to bring the broth to life, which defeats the purpose of a strong base. We usually finish our ramen, especially in a group, but this time we didn't. That alone says a lot. If you prefer thick, chewy noodles with a firmer bite, you might appreciate the texture--but flavor-wise, it just didn't hit. The tonkotsu fried chicken was a letdown. It was tough, dry, and tasted over-fried--possibly left in too long or cooked in oil that needed changing. It even had a slight burnt aftertaste. Service was efficient and fast when taking orders, which I appreciated. However, there was no follow-up to check if anything was needed or if the food was okay. We also tried the chicken karaage--it looked decent on the plate with mayo on the side, but again, it lacked seasoning and flavor. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, which is convenient, but the bathrooms could have been cleaner. All in all, while the service was prompt, the food quality didn't justify the price. The experience felt rushed and underwhelming, with more focus on speed than execution or detail. read more

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This place was okay I wish they had a non spicy option for the miso broths so that I could get more of the actual broth flavor instead of the spice. I ordered the Spicy Miso Butter Corn ramen. Instantly tossed the butter because I don't like broths that heavy. The overall flavor was not bad but I feel like it could have been so much better without the spice at all. Noodles were cooked al dente and the chashu was decent. Wouldn't make the trip to another Hinodeya location because nothing really stood out. Ramen Hajime is still easily my #1 pick anywhere in the US for ramen. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

Spent some time around union square and looked around for a quick bite! Found hinodeya to warm up during the cold weather in S.F. I was intrigued with the spicy butter miso ramen! The bowl looks amazing, but I wasn't the biggest fan of their noodles. They also didn't thoroughly cook some of the noodles I had (bummer). The broth flavor was good, but I was a little disappointed getting the level 4 out of 5 spiciness. The spicy level was nonexistent. Mild at the most. I did like how on the table they had this deep fried garlic/ chili pieces that added a nice crunch to your ramen. I haven't seen that available at other ramen places. Maybe Sunday wasn't a good day to come in :( read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Noodles were clumped together :( - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Dined in on a Wednesday at 5pm. The restaurant was about 30% full. By the time we finished eating it was about 70% full. You can order via a QR code and also pay at the same time. If you order through the waitstaff, you also pay right after ordering. We ordered the Hinodeya ramen and the spicy miso ramen. Both came out in under 10 minutes. They each come with 2 slices of tender pork belly, green onions, bamboo and half of a soft boiled egg. The broth in the Hinodeya was much lighter than the miso. My partner enjoyed it very much whereas I liked my miso better. My spicy miso broth wasn't too spicy and it was creamy and full of flavor. The thick ramen noodles were also cooked well. Each table had fried garlic and chili as a condiment and I loaded up my ramen with that. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Spicy miso ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Went here on a random Tuesday night, ordered the soy matcha latte, takoyaki, house ramen, and the umami tonkotsu dashi ramen. Matcha was eh, tasted more like soy whipcream latte. Takoyaki was goated, very flavorful, the sauce on them and the fish flakes were yum. Tried the house ramen, but the broth was a bit too salty. Tonkotsu ramen, the tonkotsu itself was crunchy, juicy, delicious. Broth was really lacking in flavor. Also was expecting the bowl to make me full and im not a huge guy. Was expecting more from the bowl as a whole especially since its costs 5 gallons of gas. My gf and I sat outside the building and traffic were a nice white noise if you dont mind honking. If u enjoy people watching, sit outside. Would give this place a 5 but i would rather spend 5 gallons worth of gas to drive somewhere else. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - Hinodeya Ramen (House Ramen)UMAMI Tonkatsu Dashi Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

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There are a few locations of Hinodeya Ramen in the Bay Area and this one is located a couple of blocks from Union Square. We came on a Sunday and there were plenty of open tables. The atmosphere was calm inside, which contrasted the busy streets and protests outside. They have QR codes at the table for menus, but they also have real menus if you don't have a phone. You also order from your phone and pay for your order on your phone when you place it. We ordered the chicken karaage ($10) appetizer, which was pretty good with the miso mayo. We also ordered the sukiyaki beef ramen ($25.50) which was good, but not sure if it's that much better than the other ramens to warrant such a price difference. It came with sukiyaki beef (duh), soft egg, and bamboo shoots. We also had the hamaguri ramen (little neck clams) ($20.50), which was enjoyable only due to the massive amount of clams in the ramen. There were a good number of small clams, but nothing else that traditionally comes with ramen. The broth was light, but satisfying and the noodles were just right. There wasn't much service other than the workers bringing us our order since we ordered and paid from the phone. You have to enter your number and email when placing the order (you will get messages). We didn't get appetizer plates, but used napkins. The workers spoke politely, but there wasn't much interaction. If you are shopping in the downtown SF, Union Square area, Hinodeya is good place to stop for a bowl of ramen. read more

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My partner and I had our first date here and, 2 and a half years later, it is still one of our favorite places to frequent in the city. The staff is friendly and efficient and I honestly feel it's some of the best ramen in San Francisco! If you're looking for a great no frills ramen experience, I highly recommend Hidoneya! read more

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Glad Hinodeya Ramen opened up another spot because it is one of my favorite ramen shops in SF. Located walking distance from Union Square, my friends and I decided to come by this spot before a show at the Curran Theater. It was only a few blocks away and I have been meaning to go back. The Union Square location is cozy but fits a decent amount of people. I ordered the House Ramen (4/5). It brings me back the nostalgia of coming to the city for the first time and proclaiming the Hinodeya ramen was one of the best ramen I have ever had. Since then, I have gone to Japan multiple times and tried even more ramen spots. While it may no longer be my favorite, it still ranks pretty up there and I would come back! As mentioned earlier, the broth is creamy and rich. It is filled with lots of toppings to make the experience more satisfying. It does feel a shame that you need to pay more to make it more spicy... but it was still good at mild. The service was super quick. We were able to order and pay through a QR code. The food then came out relatively soon afterward. No complaints! Overall, I would recommend Hinodeya Ramen spot especially if you are in the Union Square area needing a spot to eat during the cold chilly days in SF. read more

HINODEYA Ramen Union Square - House Ramen - Ramen Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great food and great locations and always have a line and sooooo good variety of Pho.

My friends and I decided to check out Hinodeya on a cold Friday night to warm ourselves up. Luckily, we were seated right away before the dinner rush came in. You can look at the menu thru a QR code they have on the table, and also order and pay right away. I ordered the Sukiyaki Beef Ramen, Shishito Peppers, and Kohbai Cocktail. The ramen was pretty pricey, but they did provide a lot of meat. I wish the broth was more flavorful and rich though. The shishito peppers had great flavoring. The cocktail had an interesting texture due to jelly being added, but it was pretty refreshing! The ambiance is kinda loud, so it's hard to hear each other when we talk at the table. But the workers are very attentive & accommodating to our needs. I would say overall it was a good experience read more

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