I have to be honest here. I only recently started trying Ramen. I don't know why, but I always told…read moremyself that I didn't like it. Anyway, this was only the second time I've ever eaten restaurant Ramen. The first time was so-so. And I was eager to see how much better it could be. So my wife started to do a little research and found that Daruma had really good reviews. So we gave it a shot. I have to say that I was very impressed with my Ramen. It was galaxy's better than the first one I tried. I can't wait to try a different one next time. Aside from the wonderful food. The staff there was really nice. They greeted us right away and quickly got us seated. Our server was also very friendly and attentive. The dining area was pretty clean and inviting too!

I came to this restaurant after spending all day at the hospital across the street for my daughter…read moreso I was hungry and emotionally drained. When I walked in, I was promptly directed to where I should go so I could place a takeout order. The genuine courtesy of the staff here was just what I needed after a long day. Lots of great options for sushi but ramen sounded amazing on a chilly winter day. I ordered a couple options and requested for the toppings to be separated so my picky eater could pick out what she didn't like. The food was out promptly and packaged with such care. Once I got it back to my daughter's hospital room, we were able to feast on the best meal we had all day. I will definitely be coming back to this place again and I am grateful for their kindness just when I needed it. Highly recommend!

I been coming to this restaurant for a long time everything is so fresh made to order this is my…read morefavorite restaurant here in Mesa. This is my spot to come and eat and chill service can be a bit slow for some people but this is not fas food is quality food so it might take a little. I don't have nothing bad to say about this place I love it.

First and foremost, this place had just I was looking for--casual/relaxed atmosphere, reasonable…read moreprices, and above all great food. The dishes we ordered were all seasoned very generously and the garlic edamame (a must-order for the table) had a little heat to it. My hamachi Kama came out first and was cooked beautifully through and again, seasoned well. The ponzu and ginger were a nice dipping sauce. The sunrise roll had great flavors and cool presentation. Our scallop and chicken yakitoris were great too. I didn't get to try it but the table next to us got agedashi tofu that looked great. Side note, every table was full--always a good sign for a restaurant when there's lots of competition. As someone from the SF Bay Area I'm pretty picky about landlocked sushi places, but this one knocked it outta the park for our spring training visit. Go Giants!! Sorry for not photographing anything it all looked so good we just dug in.

The food was delicious and fresh. We got the garlic lover roll and the Hawaii 5-0 roll. We also had…read moreedamame that was delicious and served at the perfect temperature.

I used to love this place. I am SO disappointed that the old owners sold but at the same time I…read morehave to be happy for them as I'm sure they profited from the sale. The quality of the sushi and the service has deteriorated. I remember the warmth in the service at the sushi bar before and that is completely gone...I have given it a few (maybe five or six) tries since they changed ownership and I think I'm to the point where it's clear that the disappointment is not just because they're new. The sushi is just not good. I have to stop coming here and it's a bummer because I live super close and used to love it. The green tea was even bad- all I could taste was hot tap water and it cost me $4.25 Not worth spending money there.

Dinner with ayce apps, teriyaki, rice, noodles, udon, sushi, sashimi, and rolls. Decent selection…read moreand quality for $30.99. Sign on door shows new name: makoto. Would definitely recommend. Five stars. Gold roll and one below it with tuna were my 2 favorite rolls. The teriyaki salmon was excellent along with salmon roe sashimi. Salmon skin hand roll was also great. Will definitely be back.

Food was good service, not so much. Seems disorganized. I didn't get a drink for 10 minutes. My…read morefirst ticket I only got 2 of the 6 items I ordered. My next ticket got lost. I was there for an hour and a half, most of which I was waiting. $29.99 for all you can eat, not too bad, but I won't go here again. Not if you want to wait and wait just to have your order served. And hope that it was put in and not lost. Horrible experience. 食事は良かったですが、サービスはあまり良くありませんでした。整理されていないようです。10分間、飲み物を手に入れませんでした。最初のチケットでは、注文した6つのアイテムのうち2つしか手に入れませんでした。次のチケットが紛失しました。私はそこに1時間半いましたが、そのほとんどは待っていました。$29.99で食べ放題です。悪くはありませんが、もうここには行きません。ご注文が提供されるまで待ちたいのであれば、そうではありません。そして、それが入れられ、失われていないことを願っています。ひどい経験です。

I had my first Sushi Rock & Grill experience last night and it will definitely not be my last!…read more On the hunt for something healthy for dinner, my son requested a california roll and my daughter quickly followed that request with one of her own: "a salmon roll and a cucumber roll." I did a quick search on my Yelp app and saw that SR&G was not far from their pickleball training and decided that a nigiri bento box sounded good to me too... I went online to place an order on their website and was also pleasantly surprised with the prices - it turns out that this meal would not be that much more than what I would normally spend on dinner at a nearby fast food restaurant, yet so much healthier! The ordering process was easy and allowed me to pay upon arrival. I went to pick it up about 30 minutes later and everything looked and tasted delicious. Service was friendly and everything was packed well with the condiments and chopsticks needed for our order. The restaurant itself is in a shopping center and has a casual and welcoming ambiance. As noted above, I'm sure I'll be back soon!

Tried this place over the weekend and the sushi is fantastic! I loved it so much that I went the…read morefollowing day to order some more. The sushi quality is nice and fresh, and the servers are kind and attentive. I also love that the solo fish rolls like the salmon roll or yellowtail are huge! I took off a star due to the lady with the silver chain around her neck, who was handling seating people/to go orders up front. She had an attitude towards me and other customers, and I heard her distinctly yell at one of the waitresses because she made a mistake. Not a good look for your business to have such a disgruntled worker.

We stopped into Makitto Sushi and I'm already planning my next visit--and telling everyone about…read morethis place! It is magic. We tried two rolls: The Birdgang Roll - unique, super flavorful, and had the perfect little zing. I didn't even need soy sauce, which never happens! The Fire Dragon Roll - the kick combined with the eel sauce was incredibly well balanced. So good. We also ordered sashimi and nigiri, and this is where Mikito really won me over. I don't normally eat sashimi because I usually find it too fishy, but the quality here was on another level. * Bluefin Sashimi: melt-in-your-mouth delicious. * Yellowtail Sashimi: super light and clean. * Salmon Nigiri: not fishy at all--just buttery and delightful. Everything tasted unbelievably fresh. We sat at the bar and chatted with Jay, the owner and chef, and he was fantastic. Great conversation, clearly passionate about what he does, and the service overall was friendly and prompt. HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend!! If you love sushi--or even if you think you don't--give Makitto a try. It's truly a standout.

We were looking for somewhere to eat in the Mesa Riverview area and I didn't know this was back…read morethere, right next to the movie theater. Reviews are very good and so we gave it a try on a Saturday evening. When we arrived there were 2 people eating at the sushi counter, otherwise it was empty. During our time there another couple came in, so it was not busy and easy to get a table. The server was very friendly and service was great. For that I'll push my rating to 4 stars. For me, this place is personally 3.5/5. Everything was decent but nothing I would rave about. And that might just be me, because people love this place in other reviews. It was possibly just a bunch of little things that made me think it's just okay. I thought the texture of sushi rice was a bit too soft, I know it's sticky rice but I felt like it was a little over cooked and too soft. I also thought both of my rolls tasted exactly the same. Which thankfully I thought were good tasting. The stuffed jalapeños were definitely a miss, they were so under fried so mostly a mush of ingredients in a jalapeño. And initially I liked the karaage but had a couple of tough pieces, so overall that was just okay. Miso soup was solid. And I realize that the appetizers are cooked in the back and not by sushi chef, and people rave about the chef. However like I said, both rolls seemed pretty similar tasting and one was supposed to be more spicy. All very standard flavors, like I would expect from AYCE sushi. I think I'm just looking for more delicate flavors with higher quality pieces of fish. I likely should have tried some of the special items listed on the rotating items board near the sushi bar. Next time we go back I'll try sitting at the sushi bar and trying some speciality items. People have said this is the best way to enjoy this place. We will likely come back during a lunch or happy hour special, if I like it better and I can upgrade my review I'd be happy to give this small, local family run business all the stars.

Stop here for lunch on Friday with a friend and ordered some rolls. Cute place and great service…read more Rolls were pretty good. We had the house edamame and they were delicious! We ordered the spicy yellow tail roll, salmon liver roll and a crunch roll that I can't recall the name. I forgot to take pictures but will repost next time I go there for lunch!

Food: I will say I wished the raw fish was colder. the dessert was incredible!…read more Service: great we had 2 servers checking on us. They gave us yellowtail nigiri instead of sashimi and fixed the mistake quickly (and with an extra piece for the inconvenience) Ambience: very clean, background music was chill and nice

Unparalleled service, sushi, and charm. If you're a purist with a taste for uni, yellowtail,…read moreoctopus and more, this spot won't disappoint. Misu and Han are the real deal, and I can't remember a time I've been in to catch an NCAA basketball game that they weren't here to chop it up with me. Sit at the sushi bar for the full experience.

Saturday lunch at Yanagi somehow surpassed even my first incredible experience there…read more It was a lighter afternoon service, with Han behind the sushi bar and Misook running front of house. The moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm smiles, genuine hospitality, and the kind of welcome that makes a place start feeling like home. What makes Yanagi special is that the experience becomes a conversation through the food itself. Han asked if I would trust him to make a few alterations to one of my selections, including a garlic ponzu preparation for the hamachi that was absolutely outstanding -- balanced, layered, and unforgettable. Then came a few off-menu surprises that reminded me exactly why sitting at the sushi bar matters. Thoughtful preparations, incredible fish, and the kind of attention to detail you only get from chefs who truly care about the experience they're creating. Every visit to Yanagi deepens my appreciation for what they are building there. This isn't just great sushi. It's warmth, craftsmanship, hospitality, and passion all working together in perfect harmony. One of the absolute gems of the East Valley. (I'm a picture taker. Not here. #ItsThatGood)

Excellent food happy hour is incredible. Best prices in town. they have a happy hour between three…read moreand five that is unbelievable. The prices are great. Nowhere in town. Can you get eight pieces of sushi for 6 bucks? There's just no way.

Look at this Salmon Every single time I come here, I leave…read more very satisfied with my purchases

Great place for a delicious lunch/dinner…read more The restaurant was very clean, well maintained and the staff were friendly and polite. The starters and ramen were very delicious too and I would definitely recommend this place!

tldr popular ramen spot serving up affordable ramen that needs some improvement on broth but has…read morefriendly service and clean setting i have really high expectations with ramen and unfortunately daruma did not meet them. the key component is a great broth and daruma's broth was really weak in flavor without much depth in pork flavor or its supposed miso flavoring. partner got classic tonkatsu and i got the spicy miso butter ramen. classic tonkatsu had a strong garlic flavor which masked the weak pork broth but was better than the spicy miso ramen. the spicy miso broth had barely any miso flavor. the toppings and noodles are what saved the dishes. the egg noodles itself was plentiful, bouncy, fresh, and tasty. they also provided a lot of solid toppings - bean sprouts, egg, grilled charsu. unfortunately, broth makes and breaks ramen so i would not recommend. the cucumber salad and gyoza were standard. i liked that the cucumbers were sliced thin to absorb the marinate better. gyoza seem to be the standard frozen ones that were fried. i did like the dipping sauce though. the restaurant seem very new and clean. service was really friendly so it was just a bit unfortunate that the flavors were not up to par. overall, i will not be coming back to eat here but hope that they can improve on broth as everything else seems solid! food 3/5 service 4/5 ambiance 3.75/5 value 3.5/5