Great place! The service was friendly and attentive, and the sushi was fresh, beautifully…read morepresented, and very generous in portion size. You definitely don't leave feeling like you paid for three decorative grains of rice and a philosophical experience. Everything we tried was delicious, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the portions made it feel like a genuinely good value. We'll absolutely be back

kuka sushi is my absolute favorite sushi restaurant in arizona!! the sushi, raw fish, and sashimi…read moreplates are absolutely heavenly and always so fresh. I've been countless times over the many years and I will always find myself coming back. I had it again recently after a while with 2 friends who've never been before and the seared tuna sashimi, sicilian hamachi, and surf n turf roll was delectable. the fish and sushi roll slices also seemed to be so much more bigger than I remembered, the portion sizes were hefty! I always love introducing my friends to kuka because of how good it is, and I have to tell them that after trying kuka no sushi restaurant will ever compare again lol sometimes the service is a little slow, so it's good to remember and get all your requests first thing in, or in the past I honestly have just gone up to the server myself and asked for whatever I needed. it's not super deterring for me though due to the amazing food that they have. I can't really speak for the quality of their non-sushi items however, as I do believe focusing on their sushi is the best way to eat here!

My friend and I came by here last Friday after an event kinda nearby. My friend was looking for a…read morenoodle dish and I just wanted to try something different- Yelp to the rescue! So many things looked so good on the menu. I also let the server know that I was hungry too lol! They were quick bringing out the food. I belive Dhillon was our server and he was great too. He helped us narrow down our choices. My friend and I shared the coconut chicken curry pot which was flavorful and had a great balance of meat, noodles, etc. Dhillon suggested sharing it as it was a good size and I'm glad we did. We also shared the tofu salad which was nice and flavorful and also the sweet potato rolls and green tea cheese cake. The only suggestion I would make is maybe putting a small bit of vanilla ice cream with the cheesecake instead of whip cream. My friend and I both thought that combo would hit the spot. Oh they also have a happy hour that starts at 9pm too. I think one of out items might have been off thr happy hour. Overall price was reasonable too. I will definitely be back!

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.

Absolutely delicious!!!!! Perfectly cooked. Robust apnosphere but you can easily converse with your…read morecompanions.

Daruma is one of my go-to spots for sushi in the Valley. The food is always good, the staff is…read morefriendly, and the service is great. The restaurant is also really clean, which is always a plus. I usually get the Spicy Tonkotsu Ramen with medium heat , along with the chicken karaage and gyoza. Everything has been really solid so far. For sushi, I'd definitely recommend the Rainbow Roll, Tiger Roll, and Jalapeños Pop Roll. If you like spicy food, the Jalapeños Pop Roll is a must-try. Really good ramen, sushi, and friendly service. I'll definitely keep coming back.

I had the most amazing lunch. The nigiri pieces were generously portioned and delicious. The small…read morechicken katsu was so filling. Highly recommend!!!

One of the best sit downs. I enjoyed my dinner and the sushi was immaculate. Fresh. Flown in every…read moreWednesday very attentive staff and very friendly will. Be coming back 4-5 stars

We stumbled upon Shio and decided to stop in for lunch, and we're so glad we did! The service was…read moreexcellent--friendly, attentive, and happy to answer our questions and make recommendations. Everything we ordered was delicious. The Crispy Spicy Tuna was a standout, and we also loved the Beef Don and the Kimchi Fried Rice, each dish was flavorful. This was a fantastic find, and we'll definitely be back to try more!

Not too busy on a Saturday night…read more The location is prime and good amount of parking. Pros I can mention: staff was friendly and attentive and very nice! Plenty of seating too. Food: 3/5 Spicy ramen - they had ran out of chicken broth and some other small things by 8pm. The spicy ramen came out and was like warm at best, I had eggs and somehow they were cold in the deep center? Wasn't very spicy and needed a bit more depth of flavor so it was okay, added a good amount of salt and it made it fine. The noodles themselves were pretty good though. The edamame was very good and not very spicy but had some good sauce on them! And potstickers were good too. Not wow'ed but it was overall okay.

This place is small but mighty. It's the best sushi spot in the area, hands down…read more The fish was fresh, and it melts in your mouth. The service was attentive , fast, and warm. My beautiful date had the miso soup with tofu. The flavors were deep and flavorful. I will definitely come back.

Icho has quickly become one of my most favorite places to visit…read more The small interior seats only a few guests which makes it great for date nights and special outings with a few guests. However this allows the staff to be more directly invested in your experience and keep the same level of quality in each dish. The fish is always fresh. The sushi rolls are creative enough to stand out from your local sushi restaurant but not over the top that the flavors get so mixed up that you're not sure what you're eating. The star of the show is their truffle escolar. I can't say more than if you are a fan of sashimi, then you will want to get this to be the first and last dish you order.

Food is 10/10 every time! Happy hour prices you can't beat…read more This place is a must!! From the food to the service I'd go back in every life time. I try to go once a week!

The reason why I have a three star is because this is my second time here and the service is not…read moregood. The food is good and on Sundays It's happy hour all day. Sundays are the time to go. I am a single female. I like to eat at the bar. This happens all the time to me. I think the servers and bartenders think because I'm a female eating alone that I don't tip good, I always tip 25% even if the service is so so. Today I'm having calamari and a cucumber salad which was really good. The bartender never checked on me, how my meal is ...she didn't bring eating utensils. I had to go to an empty table and get them and had to get salt and pepper from someone walking by.. The first time I came the food was good but again service was not. The bartender today seemed like she was unhappy being here, they aren't busy so that isn't an excuse. I have waited tables so I will always leave a good tip nut also let them know the tip was NOT because of good service and that it was disappointing... hoping this review helps. .

been to over 60 ramen restaurants over the course of 35 states. and none compare to the dozo.read more

Someone recommended this place and we wanted to give it a try…read more We had the hot stone appetizer which was soooo good! Followed by one miso ramen, and two tonkotsu. The broth is what makes the ramen and it was was delicious ! Everyone is very nice and attentive. The place is not huge and it's cozy. Makes you feel like you are in Japan. Loved it!

Food was great, Tristian service was good. , good music,…read morenice place to hang out and eat with friends.

Not living in AZ, it's taken 7 years to get back here. It's…read morestill as good as when I first enjoyed the food here. Went for lunch and from the moment we walked in we felt welcomed and appreciated. A perfect lunch. Last words... thank you.

I've been sick in bed all day. I have no food in my house and I've been so desperately hungry since…read moreI woke up. I tried to go out to get food but my head had been spinning and my lungs ached with every move I made. I finally, with the last $30 in my account, caved and got UberEats. I got myself the miso ramen and a Philadelphia roll and hoped that it would still be warm by the time it got to me. Fast forward 30 minutes and I get a knock at my door. I opened and saw Vinh, the driver, and a beautiful, picture-perfect, pink and blue Arizona sky framing him stood at my doorway with my meal. I grabbed the bag and thanked him, then sat and turned on Smosh read reddit stories and dug in. I would kill to relive that first bite again. I could feel my throat mending itself instantly with the warm broth. The spice was so perfectly hot. My sinuses were freed from their snotty prison for the first time in days. The pork was falling apart as I picked it up. God it was glorious. I can't remember the last time I felt so incredibly satisfied after getting food delivered. I feel the best I have in days thanks to this miracle soup. The roll was also fire. Type shi Thank you, Azusa Ramen & Sushi

Another ramen spot my boyfriend and I tried--and we loved it! We're total ramen fanatics, and this…read moreplace is such a hidden gem in Tempe if you're looking for quick service and great quality. Everything impressed us: the friendly service, the clean and inviting space, and how quickly the food came out. The ramen itself was excellent--the noodles had great texture, the broth was rich and comforting, and the toppings really made it shine. Plus, the price was super reasonable--under $20 for a hearty bowl. Even the edamame was spot on! Definitely a place we'll be coming back to soon.