2026 - Yelp Review #13 Hours 4pm - 11 pm Monday - Wednesday 4 pm - 12 am Wednesday 4 pm - 2 am Thursday - Saturday Kai is an Asian restaurant with three bars that turn into a music lounge Friday and Saturday. Be sure to book a reservation on Open Table as it gets busy quickly. Menu offerings include Sushi, Izakaya, Soups and Salads, Classic Wonk, and Side Dishes. My three favorite items were their California Roll, Furikake Fries, and Chicken and Truffle Dumplings. Everything was flavorful and our server was attentive. After enjoying our meal we walked over to the lounge and enjoyed drinks and music from a dj. read more

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Nice interior, the servers were really great, very knowledgeable and pleasant. But let's be real about that food, y'all. Even if I was a billionaire I would be just as upset about paying $30 for a small handful of very mid sushi cut paper thin. My friend picked this place out for a special occasion, we all had a nice time together. But I won't be back. There are better sushi places in town that won't gyp you. read more

Fish didn't taste fresh. Mongolian beef was mid. Can get better at Asian mint for half the price. Service was ok. Atmosphere is cool. Overall just overpriced with mid food. Not impressed. First and last time here read more

I had a confusing experience during my visit today. When we were seated, our server immediately took my credit card as if she was opening a tab. Later in the meal, we were told to use a QR code to give a review and a review I definitely will be leaving. The explanation was that she was new, but she also mentioned she had been working there for about six months, which made the situation even more confusing. At the end of the meal, she then asked for another credit card, creating concern that we could be charged twice. Hopefully this was simply a training or communication issue, but the payment process felt disorganized and left us worried about potential duplicate charges. I would recommend management review payment procedures to prevent similar experiences for future guests. read more

Kai - Asian Fusion Near Me - Plano, Texas

We came here on a Friday night for dinner. We started with the wagyu roll which was ok. Not my favorite but not terrible. The lobster tacos were ok, a little bland in flavor. The lobster fried rice however was fantastic! It's definitely enough for two to share. It had tons of huge chunks of lobster in it! The non alcoholic taro drink was very refreshing! The patio is a great place to sit! You can see the street down below so it's great people watching! Service was wonderful. Our waiter was so attentive and kind. I definitely recommend stopping in here for dinner! read more

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Very cool decor and a great location, but the food (and price) leaves a bit to be desired. When you step inside, there's plenty of opportunities for photos - the backdrops are really fun. We were seated on the terrace and it was fun to watch the legacy west option. We got a glass of a champagne for our anniversary, which was nice. Our server was good too and gave us some recommendations. We ended up getting the sunny roll, steve roll, and a special of the day roll. While the rolls were decent-tasting they were extremely tiny. So not only were there not a lot of pieces, they were each about half the size of a roll anywhere else. AND it was very expensive for what it was. I'm not sure if I'd come back unless you're just looking for a "scene". read more

A group of 12 people came here. Everyone loved it. Some things were better than others but the menu has a lot of different types of food. There's something for everyone. The only downfall was the food came out at extremely different times, so some people were finished eating before others got their plate. The sushi was really good besides the one with steak on top. Dumplings, calamari, shrimp appetizer, steak, and mochi ice cream were excellent. The fried rice, sweet and sour shrimp/chicken was decent but nothing special. Overall this is an excellent spot for groups . read more

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I really wanted to love this place. Came with a group of friends for a birthday. I understand we were a big group and we all trickled in to sit during the first half hour. Drinks can take long too. However it felt like we waited almost an hour to order our actual main food! It wasn't really that busy from what I could tell either. I get that this is a dine in place where it's on the nicer side and you take this slow, but it felt way too long. I'll only write about my food experience as I didn't get to taste everyone else's dish. I ordered the steak fried rice. The rice was harder on some parts, and the steak was really salty. It just fell flat. I also asked the waiter for a spoon, since we only had chopsticks. Also asked for chili oil. I waited for about 10 minutes until he came and asked if we needed anything else, which I asked him for a spoon again because it's honestly criminal to eat fried rice with a chopstick. He then brought me a spoon and a different waitress brought out the "chili oil" for me. There's no chili. It was sesame oil! I kindly asked them that there was no chili flakes- and the color of the chili oil was wrong that they brought out the wrong sauce. The waiter came back, mentioning the kitchen doubling down saying it's chili oil. This is actually a health concern because sesame is a major food allergen in the country. I sniffed it, tried it- no spiciness at all. Smelled and tasted like toasted sesame. I didn't push it any further but it wasn't a pleasant experience. The ambiance was nice but the quality of food, wait time, and the poor knowledge of the kitchen staff had made the experience not the best one for me. read more

Kai - Steak fried rice - Asian Fusion Near Me - Plano, Texas

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Salmon roll that was on special the day we went in was phenomenal!! Ambiance is beautiful and trendy with moody lighting. Service was great. Also had the lobster fried rice which was another 10/10!! read more

Kai - Salmon roll - Asian Fusion Near Me - Plano, Texas

Came here to celebrate my sister's birthday and we had a late dinner at 9pm. We got seated in the lounge area with couches and a dj playing music. The ambiance was cool but it was freezing!! It's like they turned off the heat and this was during Jan 30th when we had 20s as the high temp in Dallas the week after we had the snow storm. The lobster fried rice was delicious, but just a few lobster pieces. The lobster in the picture is just for show/decor there's no meat inside that thing. and we enjoyed our drinks. The calamari was also good but hated that it was so cold. We didn't like that we were still eating and drinking and a group of people was literally beside our table dancing but I guess that's what happens when we booked a late dinner. They have nice decor if you are into that social media kind of gal and post to tell people how much fun you are having and how cool you are. read more

The food was NOT great at all in my honest opinion, on Valentine's Day at least. We tried many things but were very disappointed by the calamari and VDay special sushi roll especially. We did however love the ambiance it was beautiful. The servers were attentive and accommodating. read more

Kai - Asian Fusion Near Me - Plano, Texas

Went on a Saturday night and sat in the lounge area really for the late night DJ. I ordered the chicken truffle dumplings and a lychee martini. The martini was fine a little sweet even though I asked it to be less sweet. It was still enjoyable. I was disappointed with the chicken truffle dumplings. I don't know if the truffle was off, but it just tasted like kerosene or what the smell of kerosene would taste like. I would not order those again. I would still give this place a try because their menu is extensive. Ambience is nice for a night out with the DJ played really great music a mix of hip-hop music from the 2000s and current. read more

The ambiance and the service were amazing but the food could be better. Black cod was seasoned well but the rice wasn't good We loved the batter they made for the calamari & the different cuts of it Shrimp udon, the sauce tasted like it came from a bottle instead of something made in house Drinks were delicious Bone Marrow fried rice wasn't good Overall it's a good place for date night for drinks & appetizers read more

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My wife and I went here Jan 18th, 2025. I'm abit behind on my reviews. Kind've got a new exciting life going on with a newborn. Anyway, we loved out little date night out. The service and ambiance was quiet and the 2nd floor seating is amazing. I'm a big fan of that. We started off with the pork bao and spicy edamame appetizer. The spice is not too aggressive, which is great. The pork bao is amazing, and we appreciate it more because we've tried making it. We are not great asian cuisine chefs. The sushi, was awesome. We had the dragon roll and rainbow roll. Both truly tasty, and amazing. I don't think they could make any bad rolls here. For dessert - We had the chocolate bread pudding and lemon Yuzu, amazing dishes, really cannot go wrong here. Overall, amazing time. Lovely experience, and we recommend it. read more

Kai - Sushi! Dragon roll? - Asian Fusion Near Me - Plano, Texas

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One of my fav sushi places in the Plano area! If you're looking for quality sushi, good service and a great ambiance, Kai is your place. My husband and I have been a few times now and we've yet to have a bad experience. We're tried: Crispy Calamari - soooo yum Chocolate Nutella Bread Pudding - 10/10! We didn't want the deliciousness to end. Sushi Rolls - all super fresh And not to mention, the views of Legacy are great! read more

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Super nice place, i love the food and the drinks were just really really good, the staff is really helpful, but What I love the most is the whole entire place, they do have such a beautiful deco, even restrooms are very nice and clean. read more

Kai - Entrance - Asian Fusion Near Me - Plano, Texas

I love coming to Kai! The vibe is so fun and the decor is amazing. I always start with a dirty martini, but if I bring someone new I basically force them to try the Zen Garden cocktail because it's so innovative & fun! The best wagyu I've had in a long time as well. read more

Kai - Asian Fusion Near Me - Plano, Texas

Atmosphere: Kai has a great ambiance. It is a beautiful place to bring your wife and have dinner. The service was also pretty good. We sat at the sushi bar in front of the chefs, but overall just interacted with our waitress who was kind and mostly prompt. Food: The food was very lack luster. The chicken and wagyu beef dumplings were just ok. The vegetable and Steve roll both didn't have much flavor or texture. The cod was extremely soft (maybe slightly undercooked?) and not very flavorful or appropriately salted. The spritz was nice but a little too sweet (just our preference). Overall Experience: For a $112 meal, this was pretty average food. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here for the food alone. You can get better elsewhere. We would only come back if we are invited by friends or want a nice ambiance to sit in. Portions are pretty small which we are okay with if the food is phenomenal...but that wasn't the case. P.S. Directly after our meal I walked over to shake shack and got a burger and fries so I could be satiated. read more

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Came to Kai for a special occasion and left with mixed feelings about it. The restaurant decor looks really good but a tight squeeze for overpriced food. Smaller portions than similar restaurants. Rolls are only six pieces, and thin. The entrees are basically the of an appetizer or a tapas. The server was okay but spend more time steering us away from our initial choices. Some good others were not. Overall, there are other restaurant options in the metroplex that offer similar menus at better prizes and bigger portions. read more

I am reposting this review because a previous version I posted is no longer visible on Google. Several members of our group also noticed that their reviews are not currently visible. Management did reach out after the incident to discuss the situation. At the time of writing, the matter has not been resolved and no compensation has been offered. Regardless, we believe it is important to share our experience publicly so that others can make informed decisions about visiting. We have been here twice now, and our experience last night was very disappointing due to what felt like discriminatory treatment during our visit. My five friends and I were celebrating one of their birthdays. We arrived around 9:30 pm and were enjoying our time until around 11:00 pm, having already spent hundreds of dollars. At that point, a security guard told our friend (whose birthday it was) that he had to remove his hat or leave. He was wearing a clean, well-kept designer cap. The security guard walked away for a bit, so we asked our waitress about this "rule." She apologized and told us that the restaurant had received many complaints about the policy and suggested that we try to avoid the security guard. Because they needed our table for a larger party, we were moved to another table across the restaurant. We had just settled in when the same security guard approached our friend again and told him to leave. At that point we asked to speak with a manager. The manager told us that their dress code goes into effect at 10:00 pm and that hats are not allowed. I pointed out that there was another customer across the room wearing a cowboy hat, and the manager responded that cowboy hats were "different." At this point the situation started to feel very inconsistent. Our friend wearing the hat is South Asian, yet we observed other patrons wearing hats who were allowed to remain in the restaurant. We tried to calmly point out the apparent inconsistency in how the rule was being enforced. Our friend was ultimately escorted out while the rest of us stayed at the table. About ten minutes later, the security guard returned with another guard and told the rest of us that we also had to leave. When we asked why, he said we had been "disrespectful to the hostesses," even though we had not spoken to the host stand since we arrived. Both security guards followed us out of the room. During this interaction I pointed out that another guest in the restaurant was wearing athletic shoes, which also appeared to be against the dress code. The guard responded dismissively that they "don't care about that." When I attempted to take a photo of the shoes, he grabbed my phone out of my hand. To avoid further escalation, we left the building. Once outside, we noticed another customer wearing a backwards snapback hat and tennis shoes being allowed into the restaurant by another security guard without any questions. When we asked about it, the guard simply smiled at us. While we were outside, one of the previous security guards looked down at us from a window and waved mockingly. If the hat policy was truly an issue, it should have been communicated when we arrived. We were seated at 9:30 pm, and it was clear we would still be there after their stated 10:00 pm dress code time. Instead, the concern about the hat was raised only after we had ordered food and multiple drinks totaling hundreds of dollars. The inconsistent enforcement of the dress code and the way the situation was handled made the entire experience feel discriminatory and extremely uncomfortable for our group. This was especially disappointing from a restaurant that advertises an "inviting atmosphere." To add to the unprofessionalism, when someone in our group mentioned that the restaurant felt very warm inside, one of the security guards laughed and responded, "Are you going to pay the $20k to fix it?" Based on this experience, I would not recommend this establishment. read more

Ok so I am torn on how I feel on the restaurant. I definitely agree with all the reviews on how it's great aesthetically and how it's great to bring girls or to have a nice date night. But, that being said, I did not love the food. Which is ok, because I mainly wanted to go here to have a nice Valentine's Day dinner and be able to take beautiful photos. Food ratings: - Their "pad Thai"- not pad Thai at all. The smell was so good that my husband and I were excited and ready but as soon as you bite in it's like who cooked this? It was literally 99% soy sauce. No sweetness at all like traditional pad Thai. That was a total bust. I couldn't eat it so my husband did his best to finish it. - My tuna tower was not bad- not amazing - but not inedible like the pad Thai. It looks odd in my photo but it is a good size portion and I ate it in quickly which I appreciate Drink ratings- - I got a cucumber cocktail which was literally my favorite. Look at that zen garden presentation too! Perfect balance of sweet and refreshing I was so impressed - my husband got the valentines smoked maple old fashioned. He really didn't like it sadly - I tried it and couldn't get into it either - I finished off our dinner with an espresso martini - their specialty one with sake I believe- I've had really good ones and the one here is was not it. Waitress experience- - it was very odd- our waitress was not nice at first and it was a stark contrast to how she treated other clients. But after a while she softened up and got nicer. But the intro was off putting for sure. Also I didn't mind but just know that this is a "sexy" restaurant and the staff which is mostly good looking young women (do your thang I don't judge) will be donning a uniform of short leather crop tops and mini skirts. So if you're not into that scene just be prepared. Ambiance - inside of the place is so pretty. I love the neon signs and fake flower walls as cheesy as they sound- it really does make a difference! I will say be prepared to wait even if you have reservations. I missed mine by 15 minutes and I think they had to start the process over and my husband and I ended up waiting like close to an hour. I would definitely recommend for a fun girls night out A get dressed up and take pics- maybe for a bday dinner- but don't expect to love all your food and drink and be prepared to drop some dough! read more

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Kai restaurant exudes an aura of sophistication. My culinary journey at Kai was an unforgettable fusion of flavors and ambiance. The service was excellent my server was very attentive. I started with the chicken and truffle dumplings, a symphony of savory delights. Bursting with robust flavors, each dumpling was a harmonious blend of tender chicken and decadent truffle, leaving an indelible mark on my palate. It's safe to say that these delectable morsels will be a fixture on my future visits. Next, I ventured into the realm of the Asian style tuna pizza. This culinary masterpiece struck the perfect balance between delicate flavors and a tantalizing hint of spice. With every bite, the freshness of the tuna and the crispness of the crust danced together in perfect harmony, creating a culinary symphony that left me craving more. As for the main course, the oxtail and bone marrow fried rice stole the spotlight. The succulent oxtail, paired with the rich essence of bone marrow infused throughout the fried rice, was a revelation in every forkful. Each bite was a tantalizing journey of flavors and textures, showcasing the culinary prowess of Kai's kitchen. I took the what I couldn't finish in the restaurant home and finished it the next morning and it was just as good as it had been the previous night. read more

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Extremely disappointing and disrespectful experience. We dined here and spent over $500 on dinner. After paying the bill, we stayed for barely 5-10 minutes just to finish our conversation - and suddenly the waiter came over and said, "My manager said they need the table." We had literally just paid and were wrapping up. It was shocking and honestly very embarrassing. We went to speak with the manager, ALYSA CLARK, and she was completely unapologetic and not pleasant at all. When we asked to speak to her manager, ASHLEY REEVES, we were told that "they do this sometimes," like it was totally normal to rush out guests who just spent hundreds of dollars. This is extremely disrespectful customer service. I have never felt so unwelcome after paying that much for a meal. It completely ruined the evening for me and my guest. I honestly can't say why we were treated this way, but the whole situation made us feel singled out and very uncomfortable - almost like we were being targeted. That feeling alone is unacceptable. We will never return, and I would not recommend this place to anyone who expects basic respect after dining. read more

Love this place! It's great for dinner with wonderful food, but also amazing for after dinner activities once the party gets started!

Celebrated a 5 year anniversary at Kai recently. Being from SoCal, I wasn't expecting much from Dallas and appealing options were pretty limited. But I'm so glad we found this spot, the suggestions we got were great! Had nice decorations and a fun subtle club vibe going on towards the end of our night for a table further down from us, it really reminded me of some restaurant-clubs at home. I have no complaints about the food, it was all good. Of all the wagyus I've had, this one was the fattiest and most melt-in-your mouth. I've never had wagyu with lime until now and I was pleasantly surprised with how well it went together. My boyfriend enjoyed his sea bass, the portion for the furikake fries was great, chicken truffle dumplings were plump, and the pork belly was surprisingly my favorite! A lot of times I've had thick cut pork belly, half of it is just fat. Holding the skewers were a bit sticky, but the pork belly here was more meaty, cooked so well, and came with great sauce. For dessert, I've always wanted to try panna cotta so I had the Infinity Pond. I was a bit hesitant because I hate coconut but it wasn't overwhelming at all and this dish was just so delicious and a great "light" dessert. We also had the Mt Fuji brownie, that was also really good. Definitely a chocolate lover's delight and the strawberry sauce was so yummy and not overly sweet. It was also fun to "break" the mountain for the little volcano moment. Drinks were so delicious too, one of the best things about this place! The SaiSei martini is truly an elevated and smoother version of an espresso martini. Presentation was so cool too because it came in a box of dry ice fog. The Zen Garden is also stunning, it was like a light cocktail that didn't even taste like alcohol, almost like a more refreshing mojito. It came on a zen garden with rocks and a bonsai tree, it was so fun to play around with and rake patterns into the sand. Lastly, the service was above and beyond! Our waiter was so knowledgeable about the options and his suggestions never disappointed. We were also given complimentary glasses of champagne for our anniversary celebration which was so kind! Overall, definitely worth the price and I would return if I'm ever in Dallas again. read more

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Kai is an Asian-inspired restaurant located in Legacy West. They have three bars overlooking the skyline. If you're looking for a great date night spot, you should check out Kai. They serve classic Asian Dishes with European and French influences. The decor is a mix of mid-century modern and contemporary. Kai has happy hour, Monday - Friday from 4-6. HH consists of $ 5 beer, $6 wells, $7 wines, $8 specialty cocktails, as well as a variety of half priced appetizers such as edamame and calamari. The parking is limited so it's best to valet next door at Earl's, or walk to the parking garage. See the attached photo for the dress code read more

Kai - Dress Code - Asian Fusion Near Me - Plano, Texas

We visited KĀI in Plano for a family celebration. The restaurant is beautiful and the food was good, but the service didn't match the upscale atmosphere. Our server wasn't intentionally rude, but his comments felt surprisingly unprofessional. When I ordered a glass of wine, he replied, "Do you want to get something a little better?" I hadn't asked for a recommendation, and the tone made it feel like he was implying my choice was too cheap rather than simply respecting what I wanted. Later, when my wife chose a chicken dish, he immediately said it "was not good" and tried to steer her to something else--again without us asking for guidance. If these items are really that bad, it's confusing that they're even on the menu. At the end of the meal, even though gratuity suggestions were already printed on the check, he verbally pointed out that 18-20% was recommended and referenced the complimentary birthday dessert. It added an unnecessary layer of pressure. Overall, the experience felt more awkward than refined. The server probably meant well, but the delivery made us uncomfortable during what was supposed to be a special evening. With better training, the service could match the quality of the food and ambiance. read more

Everyone here was very helpful and kind. The vibe in the restaurant is so nice, with everything clean and plenty of places to take pictures. This place is perfect for a date night, birthday celebration, or anything else you'd like to do! The food is fantastic and so fresh! Love the idea of "shareable portions" so that the meal is interactive. read more

Kai at Legacy West nails it. It's sleek, lively, and layered with an Asian-inspired vibe that makes you feel like you're somewhere special. My friends and I sat down, immediately drawn in by the energetic atmosphere--dim lights, stylish decor, and the low hum of good conversation mixed with some great music. The standout? Their hot stone cooking. Watching thin slices of meat sizzle right at our table was an experience in itself. The aroma, the sound, the hands-on moment--it made the food feel more personal, more memorable. And that wasn't all. The sushi was on point: beautifully plated, with creative touches like taro chips that added crunch to each bite. Each roll had balance, from fresh fish to a perfect bite of rice, and unique toppings that you don't find just anywhere. Drinks were well-paired too. A good wine or cocktail here feels like it belongs with the meal, not just an afterthought. Service was warm and attentive, adding to that "we got you covered" feel. The menu might make you pause when you see the prices, but Kai's experience is worth the splurge. Kai is more than just dinner; it's a full, social experience with top-notch food, a lively crowd, and an ambiance that makes you want to stay a bit longer. It's the perfect spot for when you're in the mood to treat yourself and make the night a little more special. read more

Kai - Asian Fusion Near Me - Plano, Texas

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Trendy instagram worthy restaurant and lounge in Legacy West. I visited on a Saturday evening for a birthday reservation, you enter to the lobby/foyer area with option to take the stairs or elevator up. Upon entry, I was greeted by friendly smiling hostess who helped me to navigate to the rest of the party already seated. Our server was personable and friendly, she explained menu choices well and patiently helped make selections. We ordered a variety of sushi for a table of 6 ladies, she explained it would be served on a large sharable platter; overall the sushi was flavorful and fresh would definitely recommend. We ordered differing drinks, I had the Kai- Arita it's a frozen drink similar to margarita, with Don Julio, very different flavor but in a refreshing way. Seems like a popular location, around about 7pm the place definitely filled with more patrons. Would definitely visit again in the future. read more

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In summary: for a fancy/elevated night out, probably not for me. For a fun night out, absolutely great. The decor is great, the place feels lively and the openness of the rooms is so welcoming. The wait staff were very friendly and accommodating for checking if items were vegan that didn't not have the vegetarian symbol. The food was a let down for us, didn't really feel like anything special. Was really average and for the price we expected things be a little on the nicer end. The peppers were good and the vegetable rice was also good. 7/10. On the negative side, The tempura vegetables had some pieces where the batter hadn't cooked fully and was pretty unpleasant. Personally the batter was too think overall and overwhelmed the vegetables for me. I don't think I'd order it again. It felt really trendy and a great place to socialize. If you're looking for intimacy- this isn't the spot to go. Also, be sure to make a reservation! Otherwise, you're looking at a wait. I saw several people who didn't have a reservation decide to leave, I'm not sure what time they were given but enough that they chose to go somewhere else. read more

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Convinced their soup dumplings are frozen not fresh. They were the first thing I tried and the meat was cold. Decor is very nice but the food doesn't match. The lighting was cool but too dark to read the menu. Waitress was very nice and helpful. Between the high price points and low quality, I wish I could give them 4 stars but the decor can't overcompensate. read more

It's a more upscale restaurant. Japanese fusion. The entrance is interesting and I was confused about the restaurant being on the 2nd floor (stairs or elevator.) I can see a lot of birthdays / celebrations happening here. To be full, think you need to spend $100 per person... Server said it's more tapas / family style. It's pretty dark in there. Got the legacy roll ($22) - rice less roll. Presentation was good, but for the price it was small. Seasonal vegetables tempura ($17) - pretty standard. Chicken and truffle dumplings ($16, they ran out of some other dumplings that we wanted). Pad Thai ($27) - standard. Taro of dreams ($8), non alcoholic drink. The taro stood out to me; it's very sweet though. Kai Matsuri ($50), a big dessert platter with a beautiful presentation. The infinity pond dessert was my favorite which is lychee coconut panna cotta. The 'mt fuji' brownie is very dark. Service was attentive. Not a place I'd come back to again more so because of the price point and portions. But this is expected for a restaurant like this. But I enjoyed the food. read more

Celebrating a new job and an evening in Dallas, this was an EXCELLENT choice for a great experience! The food itself was outstanding- the sushi so fresh and high quality, an incredible assortment of foods on the menu. Who would've thought that the steak (yes, STEAK!) was going to steal the show? We asked for the chef to slice it in advance so we could share amongst the three of us, and it was SO GOOD, we ordered a second round! Not to be outdone, the service was TOP NOTCH! Ben did a fantastic job of pacing our meal - we ordered in 'rounds' so that it didn't all come out at once. And the entire wait staff was working as a team, pouring water to keep our glasses full, bussing away empty plates to make room for the next set. We couldn't help but chat with the manager at the end of the meal to compliment the entire TEAM and they way they worked together. Ran-D says the place turns into a night club on the weekends, and the lounge side definitely looks like it would be a swank place to come hang out, but for a Thursday night dinner, it was certainly five stars! read more

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What a delightful surprise Kai was! I've avoided it as I assumed it was expensive (which it was) for mediocre food (which it was not!). However when a friend and I wanted to try sushi someplace new for Girls Night we decided to make a reservation at Kai and give it a shot. We were seated immediately upon arrival at our reservation time and both the hostess and the staff who brought our water and menus were very polite. The ambiance is very dark with colored up-lighting. It's beautifully decorated but the tables are seated very close to one another and good luck reading the menu without a flashlight (lol). We both ordered cocktails to start, The Big Papa for me and the Legend of Taro for her. Both looked amazing and tasted even better! We were both so impressed! The prices were comparative to other cocktails around town as well. Our waitress was incredible and I don't say that lightly. She was always close by, but never intrusive or rushing. She made great menu suggestions and was honest about her favorites. I chose the Sushi "Steve" Roll and the Pork Belly Bao. The sushi was incredible! The Bao buns were okay, but it was mostly bun with a tiny little piece of pork belly inside. I wish I'd gotten two rolls instead of the Bao buns and will do that for sure next time! The bill was hefty, but when I come back I'm aiming for Happy Hour so I can eat and drink all the goodness with a slightly smaller bill . read more

We picked Kai for our 25th wedding anniversary dinner since both of us like Thai. We were looking for an Asian restaurant that had the ambiance that would do justice to the celebration, the place definitely had the vibe that matched our expectation. To ensure that we didn't have wait time, I booked a table for 2 through Open Table and got seated within few minutes on arrival at the restaurant. Even though we had mentioned the occasion, we were initially given a table that was sandwiched between 2 other tables that were occupied - we had to ask for another option which didn't seem to sit well with the hostess!! Our server was Alyssa, she was nice and clarified our questions well. We ordered Fried Calamari, Fried Rice and Thai Basil Chicken. Fried Rice was very nice, we loved the twist in the dish which was to leave veggies crunchy. The chicken in the dish had a bit of a raw chicken taste which my wife found hard to deal with. The Basil Chicken was spot on. For drinks, I had the Dragon Chaser while my wife took Peaches of Immortality, the latter was a better drink I thought. Had enough punch in that drink and the presentation was also unique (was wondering if some customers would find it objectionable to sip alcohol out of a Buddha...) Lighting is dim, expect the place to be reasonably loud since lot of people come in groups to celebrate milestones and occasions. Overall, it was a great experience and we will definitely consider KAI for our next occasion. read more

Came here on a Saturday evening for date night with my husband. Overall we had a good experience and the food was good but there is really no value for money. I'll get into it below. Starters: Started with Hamachi Kurudo, Salmon Sashimi, Soup Dumplings and Spicy Beef Wagyu Potstickers. The kurudo was so good and was dressed well and I loved the added heat and the crunch with the jalapeños. The soup dumplings were $16 for THREE! I can get double the dumplings for half the amount at my local Chinese restaurant and they are the same quality as the ones here. $5 for one dumpling is a bit extra. The Spicy Wagyu dumplings I felt were good but not as great as I thought they'd be. The outer edges of the dumplings were too crispy making them have the texture of something stale. Next Order: Rockshrimp and Wagyu Tataki. The rockshrimp had potential. The spicy Mayo sauce was served on the side but had it all been tossed together I think it would've been better. The shrimp was also a bit salty. The Wagyu Tataki had a market price of $60. I will say the 5 super thin slices of Wagyu were amazing and they melt in your mouth, but they bring you a hot stone and you're required to cook it yourself. Final Course: Specialty Roll & Filet. Specialty roll was good no complaints there. I had high expectations for the filet given the way they described their 1,000 degree oven but it really wasn't any better than a filet from a good steakhouse. It was served with a truffle butter which was good but it almost felt like the butter had been sitting out for a while given it was too melted down. Dessert: We went with the "soy sauce" brownie which thankfully our server explained to us was not a salty brownie but more like a salted caramel type of deal. It was good but I would've much preferred a regular chocolate brownie. There are lots of sushi places in the Dallas area so I don't think we'd be back. read more

Kai - Hamachi Kurudo -- great dish; loved the crunch and the heat - Asian Fusion Near Me - Plano, Texas

This use to be my one of the best restaurant, off late the quality of food degraded. Spicy edamame was our favourite, it was not at all done well. Mixed with some spicy sauce with frozen edamame. Sushi was not the same as before. After checking they mentioned they have anew chef. I hope they get the old quality back. read more

Cute spot. My husband and I have come here a few times for date night, I even had my bday here. It's trendy, decor is cute, music is loud and thumping, you gotta yell to hear eachother, everyone dressed cute here from guests to staff. All things I like! Food is good, but took 1 star away bc portion size compared to price is a bit on the ridiculous side. We got LA prices in the house but not LA portions . Lots of bad reviews but we haven't experienced that during any of our visits. read more

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Come here dressed to impress, and best to make reservations on OpenTable. Kai is on the second floor of the building, so when you walk through the entry door, you can either use the stairs or elevator to go in. I had a warm greeting by the hostesses at the front desk, and they seated me promptly. Our server was just as friendly and extremely helpful answering our questions about various drinks, and provided great recommendations. Our party orders quite the appetizer spread (one of them we ordered twice!) everything was plated beautifully and tasted delicious that I forgot to take photos of 2 of 4 we ordered! Calamari, shishito peppers, tempura vegetables, and shrimp tempura rolls (2x!) were more than enough to feed us. During the earlier part of our happy hour visit, the music was calm, classical; by the end of our visit, it was almost bouncing club like. Great vibes, delicious food and drinks. A good place to come visit at Legacy West. read more

Kai - Calamari - Asian Fusion Near Me - Plano, Texas

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