I have been to Arigato Sushi several times over the years, and they have consistently great. Their…read morelunch specials are an incredible value, especially because the sushi rolls are generously sized. The rolls are delicious, the miso soup is flavorful, and the salad is always crisp with the most tasty salad dressing. I also tied the tempura and it's perfectly crispy and crunchy! Everything tastes fresh every time! The staff is friendly, attentive, and the food comes out quickly. The vibe is low key with low lit lighting and dark decor. My go to items are the mango bomb, crunch roll, teriyaki roll, veggie tempura, and veggie tempura roll. I like to mix things up and order the salmon teriyaki lunch box. Overall, the sushi is tasty, they have generous portions, fast service, and consistently great food. I will continue coming back!

I'll admit I'm not the most adventurous person on the menu--I pretty much always order the lunch…read morespecial teriyaki chicken. That said, it's consistently excellent every time I visit. The portion sizes are huge, and the value for the price is hard to beat. I lived in Seattle for a large part of my life, where teriyaki is everywhere, and I've spent years trying to find something that comes close. This restaurant is about as close as I've found. The chicken is flavorful, the sauce is just right, and it really satisfies that Seattle-style teriyaki craving. It's also served with miso soup, that I generally don't eat. It's a bit salty for my taste. The restaurant is usually pretty busy, which is always a good sign, but it's also consistently clean and well maintained. The servers are friendly and welcoming every time I've been in. They're not overly attentive, but if you need something, it's easy enough to get their attention and they're happy to help. Between the generous portions, fair prices, good food, and friendly service, this has become one of my favorite lunch spots. I'll definitely keep coming back

Food quality was very disappointing…read more Chicken katsu is usually one of our favorite dishes, but this visit was a letdown. The chicken was overcooked, extremely thin, dry, and rubbery. It was so tough that it was difficult to chew and actually hurt our gums and mouth after a few bites. For the price we paid about $65 for three plates and a couple of drinks, the quality is so poor. We expected something much better, especially for such a simple dish.

Stressed. It was loud! Seems like the owner's family is…read moreholding a daycare at the restaurant. Kids are crying, running back and forth, yelling from one side to the other. Ring, Ring, Ring! go's the counter bell. Food was good. Atmosphere terrible. Last words... the Salinas curse.

We celebrated our anniversary at Fujiyama and had a wonderful experience…read more The food was excellent, and the portions were very generous. The prices were right in line with what you'd expect for a hibachi restaurant, so we felt we got great value for the money. I also appreciated that they serve drinks in large soda cups--a small touch, but one I really liked. The service was friendly, attentive, and genuinely polite from start to finish. Our hibachi chef was funny, engaging, and did a great job with both the cooking and the entertainment. He made our anniversary dinner even more enjoyable. The only thing that surprised me was how empty the restaurant was. After our experience, I honestly think they deserve more business. If you're looking for good hibachi in Salinas with generous portions, solid prices, and excellent service, I'd definitely recommend giving Fujiyama a try. We'll absolutely be back!

Always fresh! We love the maki rolls, Oshinko is my favorite. The service is friendly and they do…read morewell with understanding dietary restrictions and make an effort to accommodate specific needs. The restaurant is clean and well staffed with kind servers. We like the relaxed and comfortable dining rooms. Both the sushi side and the bbq side are comfortable for intimate dining and for larger families.

My family and I of 14 came in in a Sunday at 5. We finished by 6:25!! We expected a wait but we…read moremust have come in at a perfect time because we literally got sat down right away. It service was efficient, quick, and just what you needed. The food was great. Came out pipping hot and the service was terrific. She was super attentive and kind. Smiles all around for us. It it's a pretty quiet environment other that people laughs and the occasional kid noises haha. Overall would come again. The food was a billion times better than bag o crab. The crab bucket service and food was a 10/10. This is the new spot! Shoutout to our server, Gabriela!! Great service and great food.

I loveeeeee Crab bucket! I've been going regularly the last 4 years! I can say that My experience…read moreis always 10000x better when Gaby is my server. She's so sweet and friendly. Checks in to make sure we're doing good and that we're enjoying our food. I love the overall vibe here! The micheladas are so bomb when they put a thick chile/chamoy rim. And the Cajun sauce is to dieeee for! Best seafood boil IMO

Ichiban sushi servers must know menu back and forward however as takeout: the dinner box comes with…read moresalad and soup it had none so luckilly I checked as I was going out the door. Dinner box price went up, $28, tax, tip. should got some tofu rolls. lunch box is salad or soup option. Lunch has many options its cheaper though. soup base for dip tempura was poorly made it, it was fancy kind but overly sweet, tempura was thinly done. salad was rush done but I was able use half and give other half to my father. dressing miso ginger with taste of cinnamon. beef in Shio rating: tasty beef was okay, marinate it mango nectar mext time. it was little to soft, shio said marinate shorter. Ambiance was afternoon and it brightest you get in any place, noise level average and not as busy when we went for take out and we go home and modify meal some.

This is my first time eating lunch at this restaurant and it was lackluster. We stood for a few…read moreminutes before someone sat us, but that wasn't a big issue. The inside of the restaurant is nice and clean. There is a large beautiful mural on one of the walls that really stands out. We started with a tempura mix appetizer. This is the first time I have had tempura veggies that were soggy. Not crunchy at all, which took away from the taste and experience. The dipping sauce also lacked flavor. For my dish, I ordered their salmon teriyaki and crunch roll lunch. It came with miso soup, salad, and rice. The miso soup was good. The salad dressing was delicious. The salmon was unfortunately overcooked and a bit stiff. The rice was dry too and not the typical sushi rice that I am used to, so that took away from the tastiness of the meal. The crunch roll was not my favorite. The sauce drizzled on top was spicy, but I did like it. There was not much of a crunch for a crunch roll. I unfortunately did not have a great experience with the food as some items were soggy or dry and they are not supposed to be. The salad dressing and miso soup were the tastiest items I tried.

I stopped by Portabello's for a Sunday brunch and overall, I had a very nice experience. We were…read moreseated right away and provided menus promptly, which is always a good start. We ordered avocado toast, French toast, banana pecan pancake, house potatoes, and an Aperol spritzer. My avocado toast was served on a single very thick piece of bread, which had a very generous amount of avocado smash and was topped off with this delightful and fresh arugula salad. I added an over easy egg for an extra charge that was the perfect balance. The house salad was simple with butter lettuce, cherry tomatoes, radish, cucumber, with a light lemon house dressing that brought the salad together. It was refreshing. The French toast is pretty standard. Nothing that particularly stood out. The banana pecan pancake was delicious and shared with everyone at the table. The house potatoes were extra crispy on the outside but soft on the inside, which I found particularly satisfying. Overall, we had a pleasant experience and found Portabello's to be a good brunch spot in Salinas. The service was fast, the food portions were big, the food tasted fresh, and it was a nice ambiance. I would definitely return for the avocado toast and potatoes. Side note - I noticed Caesar Salad was misspelled on the menu as "Caeser"

Popped in father's Day brunch and wanted to check it out. There was a wide selection of entrées…read morethat included scrambled eggs, eggs Benedict and loco moco, French toast and pancakes as well as proteins like bacon and sausage. The service was okay as I was half way through my meal before I got coffee and ordered. Bloody Mary which was just okay with a lemon and olive on the stick...celery would have made it look prettier. The restaurant has modern feel in the courtyard area is usually the best place for an outdoor brunch.

Dined here for an early dinner on a weekday evening and it was not too busy. Service was warm and…read moreefficient. Lots of options to choose from as the menu itself already provides an abundance of items, but there is an extended menu of more specials and sushi rolls posted on the walls all around the restaurant. We shared the Street Fighter Roll, the Sushi Combo - Samurai, and I had a side salad and miso soup. I would agree with some of the other reviews here that the sashimi was fresh and the cuts were generous. I also appreciate how the sushi rice ratio wasn't an overkill so we were able to enjoy more of the sashimi and sushi toppings. Would definitely return to try other menu items!

My wife and I were headed to Napa Valley. Found this spot on yelp while passing King city and boy…read morewas it worth it. It was not busy. But it was a Monday and it was 6:00 pm. The restaurant was quite and service was fast. We ordered a side of gyoza and they came out in a flash. Hot and delicious. Staff was nice and very attentive. Looking forward to our way hk.e to stop for lunch.

Still remains my favorite Chinese restaurant anywhere. Excellent service. Food arrives quickly. My…read morefamily frequently has to get their Dynasty Court fix to satisfy cravings. Great deals for a wide variety of lunch specials for $11.99. We also often go in a group of 6-10 people for dinner and order separate items. That way we can have a big selection of food. My favorite dishes are Hunan beef (try it!) and Singapore rice noodles and eggplant and black bean rock cod. And... so much more!

I almost missed this spot entirely--tucked discreetly into a strip mall, hiding just behind Safeway…read moreon the right like a little secret waiting to be discovered. I actually had to circle back to find it, which already made it feel like a bit of a hidden gem. Arriving around 1:30 pm, the dining room was completely empty at first glance. For a moment I wondered if they were closed, until I noticed the doors slightly ajar. Not long after stepping in, I was greeted and invited to sit wherever I liked, which added a relaxed, unhurried feel to the whole experience. I went with the Mango Beef Special Lunch Combo ($10.99) The dish came with generous crisp vegetables, chunks of mango that paired nicely with the zesty savory beef. The fried rice and chow mein leaned a bit on the mild side flavor-wise, but a touch of chili oil and some of the entrée sauce brought everything to life. The combo also includes soup of the day and your choice of appetizer, making it a well-rounded plate. Portion-wise, it's more than fair--especially for the price. In fact, it easily undercuts most nearby Chinese spots and even fast food options, in the later case being obviously fresher and more balanced alternative. This feels like the kind of place you root for. I'll be back to explore more of the menu--and honestly, I'd take supporting a quiet local kitchen like this over a fast food chain any day.