A great unassuming ramen spot in downtown Phoenix! With the cooler temps and rain, ramen was…read moreabsolutely in order! Trying to find something in walking distance, Ramen Kagawa popped up. Relatively quaint, but still ample seating, we were able to walk in and get a table no problem on a Tuesday evening. I went with the spicy miso ramen with chicken, and added a soft boil egg. I was not disappointed! The broth was super flavorful, perfectly spiced, ample protein and overall portion and perfectly cooked egg. I left full and still had leftovers! My friend got their veggie ramen, which she did enjoy, it was a bit thicker of a broth, but had good flavor. We ended the meal with their matcha tiramisu, which was very light, almost more whip cream style, but equally delicious. Service was friendly and fast. The prices were really reasonable and overall it was an enjoyable experience! The bathroom itself left a bit to be desired, but not enough to deter me from returning if I am in the area and the craving arises!

I've enjoyed this spot for years and it has always been my goto place for ramen. They consistently…read morehad the best broth and perfectly soft-boiled eggs soaked in flavor. Unfortunately, I visited today for the first time in a while and left feeling really disappointed, it's changed, and not for the better. I always order the Hakata Tonkotsu Ramen (no meat, replace with egg, extra egg, add corn and cabbage). I was surprised to be told they no longer offer cabbage, which was one of my favorite additions. The eggs were also different. They used to be served whole, and I loved slicing into them to reveal that beautiful golden yolk. This time they arrived already sliced, and once the broth was added, the yolks started to cook. I was also given a side of arugula, which honestly has no place in a ramen bowl. It felt very out of place. There were also pickled carrots, which I ended up removing, not for me. The broth was noticeably greasier than before, which was another letdown. I immediately texted my best friend (the one who originally introduced me to this place) and she shared the same thoughts. She even mentioned telling her server, "Don't mess with a good thing," and that really sums it up. I'm truly sad to say this experience left me very disappointed, and I may have to start looking for a new ramen spot. WHHHHHHYYYYYYY

Great place for lunch or dinner. Started by a local family to showcase scratch-made Japanese…read morespecialties, Blue Fin is my favorite stop for a quick lunch or dinner that is healthier than fast food. When I first started coming here, owner Betsy Yee held command of the order desk with efficiency and charm. Always with a sparkle in her eye, she served her guests into her 80s, I think! Tonight I swung through the drive-thru for a spicy teriyaki bowl and Lyn Yee, the owner's daughter hustled my order out to me, even though there was a truck in front of me. What you'll get her is friendly service, a welcome familiarity, reliably good food and a reason to come back again and again. They use good ingredients and definitely don't skimp on serving size. A bowl always gets me two enjoyable meals! I am ashamed I haven't reviewed Blue Fin sooner! It's a legend in Central/Downtown food circles. Amid all the concepts that open with fanfare only to fizzle soon thereafter, Blue Fin stands true to its specialty by serving consistently good food...with a hustle and smile.

Had to try this long-running Phoenix standout and was not disappointed. The place is tiny, old…read moreschool, warm and has all the good, authentic feels. Asian food done American style, in big heaping portions, cooked to order and served by a lovely, super friendly lady (that day). My grilled salmon plate was delightful, lots of fish, greens and rice at a very reasonable price. It's a plain interior with a generic seating but it's cozy in a good way. There's a drive thru option too. Very cool.

Oh my God. Jeff, I am so sorry. I just realized tonight that I had never reviewed your truck…read more Island Loco used to be a 'regular' on Wednesdays at my old office downtown. I lived in Hawaii and know good Polynesian cuisine but Jeff and the Island Loco crew bring the islands here...for real. Some tips: The fusion tacos are awesome -- the corn and black bean salsa is to die for. The kalua pork is great, but my favorite was a simple teriyaki chicken bowl with a side of mac salad. But if you really want the money dish, be sure to get whatever entree you like with a side salad and the extraordinary sesame dressing Jeff makes. Wow. So much umami! I'm a customer for life if he ever bottles and sells that dressing. Hey, Jeff...get going on that and you'll be rolling in cash!

We hired the Island Loco food truck for a work event yesterday, and I couldn't have more positive…read morethings to say! The food was amazing and all of our guests loved it (some even got an extra meal boxed to go!), the staff was incredibly kind and professional, they were very communicative from start to finish, and lastly the pricing is amazing for the amount and quality of food you receive. I will definitely be keeping them in mind for future events, and would absolutely recommend them to anyone.

Nishikawa Ramen is a small little ramen shop decorated with anime posters from Naruto, One Piece,…read moreand Dragon Ball. There were also cute little trinkets of My Neighbor Totoro. Upon entering, we were free to seat ourselves and chose a booth by the wall. It was not busy at all and the service was quick and friendly. We started off with a large sake bomb paired with a Kirin Light ($15). We then ordered two Tonkotsu Ramens, one medium spice and one hot spice ($15.99 each). Honestly, the hot spice level did not taste spicy at all, so I would recommend going extra hot if you like spice. They also provide chili powder on the table if you want to add more spice yourself. The ramen broth itself could have used a tad more flavor. I lightly added some soy sauce to the broth which is something I often do to add a little kick. I loved all of the toppings included, from the green onions to the kikurage (wood ear mushroom). My favorite part was the pork chashu, which was really tender and delicious. I also appreciated that the ramen came with a full soft boiled egg rather than half an egg, and the egg was perfectly runny. Before leaving, we ordered their tea special that was buy one get one. We got a matcha milk tea and a cafe latte which I forgot to take a photo of. I felt like the cafe latte could have used a little more sweetness to balance it. Also, I found it neat that Nishikawa offers a rewards program, not something I see often at ramen shops. My true rating would be 4.5 due to some of the criticisms I mentioned above, but overall I still had a good experience. Thank you for serving us. Visited 5/2/26

This place was good but the service could use some work. I went in during the mid afternoon for an…read moreearly dinner and was seated right away but the waitress didn't give me a menu. I sat there for several minutes and when she came back, she asked if I was ready to order. I asked for a menu and then she tapped this little sign on the table that had a QR code on it. I guess they want you to use your phone to look up the menu but then she brought me a printed menu and a glass of water. I had about a minute to look at the menu before the waitress came back and asked what I wanted. I ordered the small portion of the chicken karaage appetizer and the Nishikawa Black Ramen. Both items came out at about the same time. The chicken was good and there was a lot which somewhat surprised me because I thought they had given me a large portion by mistake. The only downside was that the plate was really small so the chicken kept tumbling onto the table. The ramen was just ok. It came in a really big bowl and there was a lot of broth and toppings but relatively little noodles in comparison. It was more like a bowl of soup. The slice of pork was huge but a little bit chewy when I was expecting it to be tender. The egg wasn't sliced so it was difficult to pick up the entire piece with my chopsticks. The chicken was $7 and the ramen was $18. I would have been ok just getting the chicken, perhaps a large portion for $12. I wouldn't get this particular ramen again. With tax and a tip my total was a little over $31 which isn't the most I've spent at a ramen restaurant, but it wasn't cheap either. I wasn't offered a refill on my drink until after I had paid and was ready to leave. In fact, I only saw the waitress once after my food was brought out, and that was when she brought me the bill. The rest of the time she was somewhere in the kitchen.

Hands down one of the best restaurants in Phoenix, imho…read more Love their pasta dishes and the staff is always nice and friendly. While the restaurant is small it's nice and clean! Bon Appetit

Had a nice dinner here with friends last night. We arrived around 8pm and were seated in one of the…read moretwo booths right at the entrance. It's a cool fusion place with sushi, ramen and Italian pasta. While I was tempted to try the pasta, the extremely spicy gyoza potstickers called to me even more. My friends enjoyed some beef udon and katsudon. I also had a glass of Chardonnay. The service was nice and the decor seemed a bit fusion as well- abstract art, European style paintings etc the holiday lights added a nice touch too. I enjoyed my spicy potstickers, they had a great heat- although I did not expect there to be so much broth; it was essentially dumpling soup, but it was tasty. My friends liked their meals too and we had a good time hanging out and catching up. I would recommend. Pretty good value/price!

The best sushi I have ever had; beautiful, fresh fish that tasted incredible without being drowned…read morein stupid sauce do you think this is a game Our waiter was so sweet and handsome and everything came out in no time I will surely name my firstborn after him Yama sushi saved my marriage

Updated as of 3/10/26 - I would give this place 10 stars if I could. Isaac did an amazing job…read moretaking care of our table of 4 and I couldn't be happier that night. I had a strategy for the 90-minute experience now second time around and gosh, I'm so glad that it worked out - appetizers, main course, then round three if I still had the space in my stomach I would order an tonkatsu ramen, and it happened!! The last round was dessert and I went with the matcha cheesecake instead of the upside down pineapple cake. Oh, also, perks for sitting outside this time: I can laugh louder hahahaha!! 10/10 and will absolutely come back in a few months to do this all over again!!

This place is very yummy. They have an amazing atmosphere and ambiance. Great place for a cute…read moredinner or lunch date. Every time i go i have never had a bad experience and enjoy my time. The servers are always nice and glad to serve with a smile. They have really good calamari and ramen. It is a amazing and cute place.

Once upon a time, Jimi went to the Clever Koi He needs a lot…read moreof food, Jimi's a growing boy He ordered, he ordered, and ordered some more Before you knew it, Jimi was eating for four His belly, it just grew and grew And by the time his meal was through He'd eaten all the orange chicken the restaurant had And all Jimi could say was "my bad" 5 stars

While on the lonely 202 south from the west, which is great because the traffic is minimal, stop…read moreoff here at Ja Ramen. The food is , quick to arrive & very good. Tried the tonkonosu ramen; creamy with lots of flavor, thinner noodles than I usually get, good portion, little fatty pork but it is "pork belly". Tried "Macha" hot for the 1st time, it's good. Joseph is a one man show, the man doesn't stop, very attentive, cares about the place & how customers enjoy their meal. Great job Joseph & thank you. I will be back.

We had drinks appetizers and ramen. Disappointed in the fact that they were out of vegetables that…read morewere listed in some ramen dishes. And instead of offering the cabbage as a substitute..they charged me extra??!! If you're out of an ingredient, offer a sub...I told them since you don't have bok choy, just add more cabbage. It was not at all busy and service could have been more attentive. For example, if your guests order appetizers, offer small plates for them to eat apps in. You see leftovers in their bowls or on a plate? Offer takeout containers. Also kitchen staff should not be out in the serving area especially if there are already guests seated. The stained pants and shirts are not a good look when you're looking at the menu.

First of all, it has been a while since I have been at this Yoshi's location but I have never been…read moredisappointed with their service and food. The inside is kept clean and has plenty of tables for you to sit and enjoy eating your food. On this particular visit I ordered the Sumo and it is a huge meal and plenty for two people to share. The service is excellent as well as the food. If you are ever in the area stop by and get something to eat. They do have takeout in case you are in a hurry. You might want to order the Sumo.

One of the best hole in the wall places I've been to! Service was great, cheap prices and the food…read morewas excellent! Plenty of seating, small parking lot but it wasn't too busy. Went with my boyfriend and he was skeptical at first but he seemed to enjoy it more than I did lol. Overall great place, I'd come here again

We went here as it was at the Bao and Dumpling festival…read more Service was very friendly. The bao was super good. Lots of flavor, lots of crunch, chicken was good nicely. The sauces were great but a little too much sauce imo. It made me messy, so if you get this, unless you're eating with a fork and knife, get a stack of napkins. Def would eat it again. The boil shrimp dumplings were mid. Too much chili (and I love chili) and cilantro. Also too much cumin. I like to taste the shrimp when I eat shrimp dumplings and prefer when there's chunks of shrimp. Couldn't taste much except the chili, cilantro and cumin. So if you're obsessed with those flavors, this is for you. The dumpling wrapper was nice though cooked nicely, good consistency/texture.

I was excited to happen across Salaryman at the Uptown Farmer's market! I've been meaning to check…read moreit out. The special looked AMAZING but I wasn't very hungry so I got an order of the green curry pork dumplings and a lamb burger bao. The person who took my order was friendly and offered to answer any questions, and had everything running smoothly! My food came out pretty quick and they had napkins, forks, and chopsticks for you to grab as needed. The green curry dumplings are a nice sized order and came with some lime to squeeze over the dumplings tossed in a green curry sauce. There was also plenty of cilantro on top! These had a bit of a slow heat to them - nothing over the top but it was there. The lamb bao was beautiful and tasty! The lamb patty was delicious, not gamey at all and cooked perfectly. The bun itself is a perfect bao bun. Its bigger than typical, toasty on the outside and so fluffy. Great first visit and looking forward to eating here again!