Decided to stop by for lunch and arrived at opening and was seated quickly. The waitress told us…read moreabout how the revamped the menu in the past month with bringing back old items and also some new items. The lunch set seemed like such a good idea with the choice of appetizer, entree, and dessert. For four of us, we got two lunch sets and two more pastas. We read that the bread and butter was popular so we decided to try. It came with toasted sourdough with a nice thick butter with miso honey butter that was flavorful. We also got the garlic parmesan fries which was as expected, nice and crispy with grated parmesan on top. We got the miso bacon carbonara which had thick pieces of bacon and heavy creamy and flavorful with slightly spicy kick in the carbonara sauce. The cavatelli had a great depth of flavor without being overpowering from the mushroom sauce. The soy garlic noodles tasted pretty clean without being overly greasy with a slight kick as well from the chili crunch. We all ended with the strawberry lychee ice cream made in house that came with fruit pieces of both lychee and strawberry on the bottom. Lacks the smoothness of churned ice cream so it's more on the ice side but the fresh fruit complements it well. Overall pretty good lunch choice and not too crowded with great variety of options for lunch sets. Great place that is modern and stylish atmosphere to catch up with friends or family with lots of selection and shareable appetizers.

Back again. Still my favorite Italian/asian fusion spot…read more The skirt steak is amazing and so tender. Might have to order two next time. Everything about it is so good. Charred veggies and silky mashed potatoes. Menu changes so we got to try some new things all which were good. Got two drinks as well one was lychee-flavored, the other yuzu. We couldn't decide which we liked better. Thai the waiter was super attentive and friendly. Went around Friday 6/630 and wasn't a wait.

Such a beautiful and delicious spread!…read more The pizza was the highlight -- perfectly baked with a golden, airy crust, lots of melted cheese, and fresh arugula on top. It looked rustic and tasted fresh rather than heavy. The burrata with colorful tomatoes was creamy, refreshing, and beautifully balanced. The tomatoes were sweet and juicy, and the fresh basil made the whole dish feel light and summery. The appetizer underneath the pizza was also really tasty -- crispy bites with plenty of freshly grated cheese on top. Everything felt thoughtfully presented and made for sharing. Even the drink was refreshing and paired really well with the meal. Overall, the food was fresh, flavorful, beautifully plated, and perfect for a relaxed lunch or dinner.

My 6th time at Ini - I would say that the ambiance and service has always been amazing. As for food…read morewise, I personally think it is a bit too salty for me even when I asked the dishes to be made less salty. I tried all the pasta options on the menu. My favorite would be Squid Ink Uni and Crab Spaghetti (less salty compared to other flavors) Appetizers: salmon crudo, Calamari, Cauliflower Pizza: highly recommended seafood poke and Mala Lamb. Entree: Scallop, Short ribs and Ribeye are good options. I didn't think Branzino, Chicken or Pork Tomahawk were as special as I hope for.

Honestly the best chicken heart I've ever had here. It was super tender and cooked perfectly while…read morenot being very irony. 6/5 Chicken Gizzard was amazing as well. I like the added sauce they have to it that makes it a little bit different than regular chicken gizzards. 5.5/5 Chicken Skin was great, who doesn't love some crispy chicken skin? 5/5 Tom Kha was absolutely delicious. The pork belly was SO tender. I think they probably sous vide it as it just melts in your mouth like butter. Even the Spicy Miso Ramen. FUN FACT: You can also get unlimited free noodles. I tried to finish the 2nd order of noodles but I was way too full. Service was awesome. Food came out super quick. Servers were attentive and kept coming by to ask if I wanted free noodles 3 times but maybe I'm just a slow eater. Dope ambiance as it's a more modern take on ramen places with cocktails and all kinds of different dishes. Overall, 11/10 would recommend to any restaurant from Kei Concepts in the same plaza.

Looking for a drink in the middle of the week? Kin is the place to go and hits the spot…read more My friends and I were sat down immediately at the bar for drinks, which was nice because we were trying to kill about 20 minutes. We got the Yuzu Fizz, Guava Calpico and Lychee Ume Margarita. Each drink was light and refreshing, and the star of the cocktails was definitely the fruity flavors. A solid way to start the night. The restaurant was bustling and it was clear everyone there was having a good time. Even though we were only at the bar for a short while, I could tell that this was a place I would definitely come back to.

One of my go-to Japanese BBQ spots. The atmosphere is cozy and comforting. The service is exactly…read morewhat you'd expect from a traditional Japanese restaurant -friendly, attentive, and professional. They check in just enough to make sure you have everything you need while still letting you enjoy your meal. The quality of the meat is consistently great, especially considering the prices. You really get great value for the quality you're receiving. They also have an impressive selection of sake and shochu. One thing I don't think gets talked about enough is the ventilation. Somehow, I always leave without smelling like I spent the evening standing over a grill.

Ample parking + friendly service + dimly-lit interior. We came on a weekday night so it wasn't too…read morebusy. Our server took the time to help us order and give recommendations which we appreciated! We ordered: -- fresh beef tongue x2 -- chopped onion beef tongue -- egg soup -- yukke raw beef -- kobe outside skirt -- salted pork belly Everything was delicious! Meat was tender and seasoned well. I would recommend pretty much everything I got though the pork belly can be skipped. A little on the pricier side. :)

Place is not open hasn't been for about 3 weeks. They need to update this location…read more Closed probably under construction who knows

Might I say this might be the best ramen in the Orange County region! Ample parking in the lot…read morecoupled with friendly service. Takoyaki was made fresh and delicious as an appetizer. Would recommend. Spicy TanTan Ramen was superb. Great broth with chewy noodles. Loved the toppings. Not crazy spicy if you're worried. The Pork Belly Tonkatsu Ramen was visually pleasing and also packed with flavor. If you're a Tonkatsu fan, this is a must-try! Everyone please keep this place in business! I wanna go back for my next ramen fix.

Leilani LE Was amazing server definitely recommend for promotion very professional very kind. Very…read morerespectful was very attentive. Made us feel comfortable. Would definitely recommend this restaurant 1000 out of 10%. She was amazing. Food was amazing. Ambience was amazing highly highly highly recommend this place. Best server ever.

Neil thank you for serving us, I loved it I had a great time here at shabuya 10/10 experience WILL…read morecome again

Hakata-Ramen NEVER disappoints!…read more BESTEST Ramen EVER!! Ramen is imported from Japan! Service is top tier! I feel like I'm in Japan with the music and the staff speaking in Japanese! I love it!!

Karage and takoyaki are a must…read more Yakitori faves - Gizzard, cartilage, chicken thigh with green onion and sauce, Can't order ramen on this side. Need to go next door for that.

Kappo Honda is such a wonderful place to wind down with a beer and some good casual food. I sat at…read morethe counter, but they're cooking such a large volume of food that they've put up a big screen between the chiefs and the diners to avoid a large amount of smoke moving into the dining area. I got to watch the process a bit which was cool! I think anything you order here will probably be good, especially paired with a couple cold beers. You MUST get some skewers of course, my favorites being anything pork belly and chicken skin. I also highly recommend any charred meat, like the steak or marinated short ribs. Fried foods are also great drinking foods, so the takoyaki is a safe bet and the tempura was delicious. Honestly, get a wide variety with some friends, try everything and have a good time.

TLDR: It's easily one of my favorite Japanese restaurants. It's not because everything I ordered…read morewas the best, but it's because everything I ordered was either above average or podiums on my list. I think the price was also reasonable, which is all one could ask for when dining out. Chicken Teriyaki: I really enjoyed this, because I rarely go to Japanese restaurants that serve chicken teriyaki outside of a side dish in ACYE. The chicken is juicy, the teriyaki sauce is just the right hit. Not too salty, a hint of sweet, and the dish overall is generally light. A great complement to the rolls, yakitori, ramen, or whatever. Kyushu Ramen: I will admit that this ramen will fall on the pile of "generic ramens that non-specialty stores sell". However, there is nothing wrong with ordinary, if ordinary means that a restaurant is proud to serve something at a respectable price with a solid taste. Beef Tongue: It's no secret that beef tongue is good. The problem is finding an establishment that can cook it well. Kappo Honda does it well, and they offer a very good diving board to those who want to try it for the first time. Bay Scallop with Pork: I like it when I see an item on the menu that has a few words, and I taste all the flavors that the words communicated. You get the taste of pork the first second, then the burst of scallop on the first or second chew. A nicely designed stick overall. Service: Nothing special. They ask what you want, they give you what you want, you pay, and leave. I would say it'll take you a second to take the menu in, so try to see if the staff could help you out with options. Ambiance: It's a sizable place, but it feels small because of all the seats packed in. I enjoyed it because it gives a very Japanese vibe. The inside of the restaurant is full of autographs of famous people who dined at some point, very Japanese.

Julian L was an amazing waitress very kind brought everything we needed and kept checking on us. So…read moregrateful for good service ! will definitely want Julian L as a waitress again

I've been here a handful of times, so whenever I'm in the area, I can't pass up the opportunity to…read moreeat here. I went around lunch time, just me. When I got there I was told a 20-30 min wait. They were busy and they just opened! I waited outside and luckily there was a seat available. I went when they had lunch specials, so that's what I got. I got the 4 hand rolls that come with miso soup and edamame. I wasn't feeling the blue crab hand roll and asked if I could substitute it for something else. And they said it was okay, so I got another salmon. I've always wanted to try the premium rolls, so I got the A5 Wagyu with uni. Salmon is my favorite, so I loved that they allowed me to get another one in place of the blue crab hand roll. I enjoyed the spicy tuna crunch. I'm not a big fan of spicy tuna, but this wasn't too spicy for me. And the crunch gives good texture to the hand roll. The scallop hand roll was nice and refreshing. It has umami from the mayo (or kewpie) they add to it. The premium A5 Wagyu with uni was my favorite! The A5 had great taste and texture. Very well seasoned and the chew is perfection. It melts in your mouth like butter, which is probably why it pairs well with the Uni. The Uni has a nice, velvety texture - similar to how the A5 Wagyu does. And the caviar on top give it a little saltiness. The ambiance is nice, but can get loud esp when it gets crowded. This definitely is a bar-like seating. Which is nice because you also get that interaction with your servers / roll makers. I will definitely be coming back here and brining my Husband so he can try it here!

Thank you to Chef Edy for a wonderful first experience at Momoyama!…read more Making reservations are made easy online with plenty of choices to select from. There are options to eat at the chef's counter or at a table if you prefer. We opted to sit at the counter for a more intimate experience. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the attentive staff. Our counter seat was already set up with the menus to select our dining experience. We opted for the lunch omakase starting at $58. There are also nigiri sets to choose from for 10 or 12 if you prefer to focus more on nigiri for your meal. We also chose to add a toro nigiri for an additional $9, but you have a choice between uni, A5, or toro for this add on. Chef Edy perfectly spaced out our meal and was keeping a close eye on our pace to send out the next dish or piece. It is clear that each course is intentional and thoroughly curated for not just a meal, but an experience! At the end, you can also add on any additional pieces to finish off. We will definitively be coming back soon to try more of their menu! I appreciate the staff that made our time at Momoyama memorable!

I had an extremely disappointing experience at this restaurant, especially because I had chosen it…read moreto celebrate my mother's birthday. What should have been a special evening was completely ruined by the behavior of one staff member, who appeared to be either a server or manager. I had made a reservation, but when we arrived, he could not find my name. We wanted to order omakase and sit at the counter, but he insisted that counter seating required a reservation. We explained that we did have a reservation. Although the situation was confusing, I remained understanding and we were eventually seated. After sitting down, I politely asked for both hot water and ice water. My mother needed the hot water to take her medication. The restaurant is relatively small, but this employee appeared overwhelmed and repeatedly went in and out of the kitchen without bringing the water we had requested. When it was time to order, I ordered two omakase meals along with the $100 set. He told me that it was "too much," followed by several comments that did not clearly explain what he was recommending, and then simply walked away. Because my mother needed to take her medication, I politely reminded him again about the hot water. Instead of simply helping us or explaining that he needed a few minutes, he responded impatiently and told me that he was busy and that I should stop rushing him. At that point, I told him that I understood the restaurant was busy, but providing water and communicating with guests are basic parts of restaurant service. Customers come to spend money and share meaningful moments with family--not to be lectured for asking for something as simple as hot water. His response was shocking. He became confrontational and told us to leave. What made the situation even more disturbing was that he began recording us on his phone without informing me beforehand. Because I felt I needed to document what was happening, I then recorded the interaction as well. There were other customers present who witnessed the situation. We were simply waiting for hot water, yet the situation escalated into an unnecessary confrontation. I understand that restaurants get busy, and I have no problem waiting when employees communicate professionally. This was not about waiting a few extra minutes for water. It was about the attitude, the lack of basic hospitality, the confrontational behavior, and the way the situation was handled. The food at this restaurant may be good, but hiring or allowing someone to interact with customers this way can seriously damage a restaurant's reputation. No customer celebrating a family member's birthday should be treated this way. I sincerely hope the owner reviews what happened, speaks with the employees who were present, and takes this matter seriously. This experience ruined my mother's birthday dinner, and I intend to follow up with management regarding what occurred. A special occasion that we were looking forward to became one of the worst restaurant experiences I have had.