I think sometimes I definitely have set expectations when we end up somewhere by accident and it's…read morea certain cuisine. We love Vietnamese cuisine and Belle's menu looked very interesting online. Belle's turned out to be very different from your average pho or Vietnamese spot. The small menu allows for your average interested diner not to be overwhelmed. The staff are friendly and informative. I still could have used maybe a little more "opinion" but in the end, I can't really ask twenty questions about dishes I'm unfamiliar with. We were seated at the only banquette. It was very comfy, and brought a liter of ice water and cups. We ordered apps and settled in. Our waitress was so very friendly and sweet, obviously loving her restaurant and the menu. In short, the eggrolls were crispy and stuffed with chicken. The bahn mi flat grilled appetizer was served much like Nachos would be, and is nothing like you would expect, just "delicious" according to my husband. The Fried chicken wings are big, perfect and gloriously garlic with a terrific sauce. The small menu has a host of main courses that will let you venture out into Vietnamese cuisine and try something just a little bit new, like I did with Bun Bo Xao (Filet Beef With Vermicelli). Was it exactly what I wanted? I'll be honest. No. I prefer more veggies than just pickled carrots but the garlic sauteed Filet was exceptional with the noodles. Their nuoc cham is just delicious. We enjoyed our lunch/dinner and would definitely return. There is plenty of parking out front. The bathrooms are clean and there is a sink outside the restrooms to wash those sticky fingers!!

I ordered a takeout vermicelli and fried pork entree. I enjoyed the meal, the pork was grilled…read morespot on and the noodles and veggies were crisp and fresh. The fish sauce was very good and the fried egg roll crisp with a very tasty filling . I've wanted to try this place for some time, and I will definitely be returning. Very clean and friendly waitstaff. I love Vietnamese food, it is so fresh and light. I always feel like I am eating healthy! Come check them out, it's definitely worth a try!

Absolutely love the Ramen here! The Tonkotsu and Shoyu Ramen are what I normally get.read more

I wanted a quick lunch, and this place was right down the street. I placed the order on their…read morewebsite which says place the code to receive 5% off all pick up orders. There was no where to place the code. I searched and searched. I come inside the restaurant excepting just to pick up my order, it wasn't even ready. I heard the lady yell at the cook to make my food. I had to wait an additional 20 mins after I placed the order over 20-30 mins prior to arriving at the restaurant. I had the short rib bento box. The food just wasn't good at all. I couldn't even finish the whole thing. I basically through majority of it in the trash. I substituted the white rice with fried rice. The rice was horrible, and not even warm. It tasted like it wasn't even cooked all the way through. The veggie egg-rolls were a disappointment. They also tasted like they weren't fully cooked and almost cold. The only tolerable thing was the miso soup unfortunately.

Rasham and Mia were absolutely phenomenal hosts! We had a fun conversation with them both, learned…read morea lot, had great food and a wonderful time. Taipo is a little speakeasy restaurant behind a hidden entrance and it's a fun vibe, especially for date night. We stopped in one evening and Rasham was bartending while Mia was shadowing on her first day but her actions let us know she's an industry pro - which she was. They both gave great recommendations for food and drinks. We got Nepali Reaper Momos, Sichuan momos, chicken chow mein, mango habanero tofu, an old fashion and a strawberry margarita. Everything was flavorful, but my favorites were the Nepali-style fries, the sichuan momos, and the chicken chow mein. The reaper momos were good but they were pretty spicy (coming from people who ordered most of the spicy things on the menu haha). The interior was ornate and beautiful but again, the service is what couldn't be beat. Rasham went above and beyond to provide an experience for us showering us with bubbles for a nice photo and adding some flare and glitter to my strawberry margarita. Mia was knowledgeable of their menu and overall nice to talk to while we sat and ate at the bar. Definitely recommend this place and can't wait to come back soon!

Taipo is a hidden gem to say the least. From the ambience to the show worthy mixologist...this…read moreplace is experience from start to finish. My friend and I have tried almost everything on the menu and I can not find any complaints. This is the perfect spot for a quick drink with good conversations in a low-light moody setting. 10/10 and can't wait to go again.

Blue Mint has some very good food options. I like yellow curry as it…read moreis the mildest curry. Blue Mint needs to consider a change to theirs, please. I do not like potatoes in curry. Yuck! I have had yellow curry at other Thai restaurants that included green veggies - never potatoes. Carrots are good - just need to at least slice slices in half, add yellow and red bell pepper, broccoli... You are putting this over rice, so potatoes are not a good option. Thank you - Love the flavors!

Got a coupon in the mail so we decided to try it. The food was good and very flavorful but…read moreexpensive for the portion sizes. They were kind of pushy to get us to order but we were actively talking about the menu trying to decide. Our toddler loved the wonton soup appetizer. The drunken noodles were good but not out of this world. Not bad overall.

Kevin was our server - best server we've had in a while, anywhere. He was so kind and patient since…read moreit was our first time. He made great recommendations and checked on us often without being pushy or hovering. He never let our drinks get empty and made sure we ordered enough for us to be full and happy. The sushi was SO DELICIOUS - this is definitely our new spot. So happy we decided to stop and try it out. 100/10 everything we tried from apps to dessert was so so good. They had the World Cup game on their main screen and the music was awesome too - not too loud not too slow. Great vibes overall.

We came on Friday around 4 pm (sad we missed the lunch hour). The place was welcoming. They have…read moretwo sides , one is the all you can eat and the other side is regular dining. The waiter from the beginning was very welcoming and even explained to us the menu and how everything worked on the all you can eat side. He asked my husband what kind of stuff he liked too and he put in some recommendations he felt he might like. He enjoyed almost all of them too! I like that you have smaller portions so you don't get full so quickly and you are able to try new things. There were some that has less rice and more of the filling which we enjoyed as well. We tried different types of rolls as well as sashimi. We also ordered two drinks on their special menu (one strawberry margarita and one Long Island. Felt more sugar and very little alcohol. Didn't care much for them). Each plate can come with 2- 4 pieces of sushi which is good for shareable. Towards the end we loooved the rolls but by then we were super full. I also attached the receipt of the stuff we ordered. Overall experience was a 4/5. They also had a dessert table which has an assortment of good desserts. We would love to again to try to lunch buffet. (The only issue we had was that there was specs floating at the bottom of the water glass. I'll recommend rinsing before serving) Overall, we loved our experience with the waiter Martin. He made the experience more enjoyable.

This is one of our favorite spots--we've been coming here for well over 15 years, maybe longer! We…read morestill love it despite all the changes over the years; the food keeps us coming back. The shrimp boils are always awesome, and the mozzarella sticks are amazing with their homemade ranch. We also love the burgers--the cheeseburgers are fresh and delicious--along with the french fries. The staff is always friendly here. We're not the biggest fans of the new decor from the post-COVID remodel, as it changed the feel of the place a bit. But even so, we still love coming here. Thanks for keeping this place around, and thanks to everyone who makes it possible.

Fun place with a unique menu. Food came out quickly and music was all over the place in a good way.read more

Absolutely loved this place! The ramen was some of the best I've had the broth was incredibly…read moreflavorful and rich. The dumplings were not only delicious but also the cutest little dumplings ever. We also tried the garlic fried rice, and it was amazing. The prices were very reasonable for the quality and portions. What really stood out, though, was the service. Our waitress was fantastic and paid attention to the little details. My friend was making sure our order didn't include mushrooms, and she took the time to ask if it was due to an allergy so she could make sure everything was safe. That level of care really felt like going above and beyond. Great food, great prices, and outstanding service. We'll definitely be back!

This place is not lacking for great reviews and I can tell why…read more 1. Simple but varied menu. They have a few staple items that they do exceptionally well that keep people coming back. 2. The atmosphere is pretty slick. A Photo Booth like space, nice bathrooms and flexible seating to accommodate both large parties and small parties. Reasonable prices that allow you to try new things and enjoy other things that you may be familiar with. All of the items that we had are in the photos, but the creative presentation is what stood out most! Cute bao buns, chicken served with ramen to allow the customer to enjoy it as they would like, and good sized portions. My only ask would be for more broth with the ramen dishes. The noodle to broth ratio was just slightly off. 9/10 would recommend.

Color me surprised. Before this location move, I had found them to be overhyped and a major…read moredisappointment but this move has changed them for a complete 180. It was peak lunch rush but despite our hour long stay, there was constantly a line to the door. After ordering we waited for around 15-30 minutes for our food, depending on what we got. Fortunately, my friend and I were sharing everything ordered so we got to enjoy the dishes coming out individually like a course meal before getting overwhelmed by the third plate coming out with our slow pace in eating. The steak with bao sliders were incredibly addictive to eat that we were sad to have run out of delicious vehicles to wrap the steak and toppings in. Two minor things I could critique on is being able to wipe down the tables or having an employee dedicated to bussing tables and only having 2 bathrooms that you're out of luck wanting to wash your hands if 2 customers decide to take 10 minutes to do their business.

This resturant is very frequently busy, but my party happened to come at a good time on Wednesday…read morefor lunch. There is a huge lot for parking, so that was not an issue! There is a good amount of seating inside and outside the restaurant. The resturant is beautiful and you can see the Vietnamese Mexican fusion in the decor and murals on the wall. The resturant also appeared clean and well maintained. Service was great and speedy. You order at the counter and they will bring your order out to you. The lady at the cash register was able to give advice on what to order and was very friendly. However, I didn't end up liking my food that much. I got the veggie dumpling, which have a soy protein in them. I wasn't aware of this and wouldn't have ordered, had I known. The egg rolls were just okay and pretty oily for me. The street fries were good and unique in flavor, but needed a significantly more sauce to be great!

10/10 experience at Loro East Dallas! The best happy hour…read morepost Covid I've seen!! First of all, the WINGS?! Amazingggg. And that blue cheese miso sauce?! I need it sold by the GALLON because there is absolutely no reason for it to be that good. Then came the smashburger... YUMMMMM. So flavorful and just GOOD. No notes! But the cherry on top of an already great meal was Grayson! Hands down some of the best customer service I've had in a while. So personable, attentive, and genuinely made the experience even better. Great food is one thing, but amazing service will absolutely make me want to come back.

What a major difference from when they've first opened, the food has come a long way! Once I got…read morepast how confusing it was to get seated and order (you choose between counter service or table service from a server), the food and drinks were delightful and exceeded my expectations. Was happy with my options as a pescatarian. Big fan of the yuzu soda, smashed potatoes, and salmon. Food came out fast, and service was great! Cozy yet spacious place, lots of options for either indoor or outdoor seating. Would be great for kids and groups!

First visit to Hurtado's in Mansfield, and I came away impressed…read more Parking is a little limited since the lot is shared with a few other businesses. I could see it being an issue during the early hours of opening on the weekends, but probably not as much in the evenings. Inside, it has a cozy, almost dive-bar feel, just not dark. LOL. There's a small bar tucked into the back corner, several four-person tables, and a couple of wooden booths along one wall. When you walk in, you order at the counter window. They give you a number for the table, you grab a seat, and they bring the food out to you. The staff was friendly and polite, checking on us here and there without hovering. I went with the Texas Trinity Platter: brisket, pork ribs, garlic & pepper sausage, and Mexican street corn for my side. I also ordered a Brisket Tostada. The brisket had a nice smoke ring, decent bark, and that Central Texas, Mex-Tex seasoning profile. What I enjoyed most was the seasoning wasn't too salty or laid on too thick. It added flavor without masking the beef. The pork ribs were moist and close to fall off the bone, but still held together enough to get a good bite. There was plenty of smoke, and again, the seasoning complemented the pork instead of overpowering it. For the sausage, I chose the garlic & pepper. It had a good snap, was juicy inside, and had a light garlic flavor with a little pepper coming through. The texture was a medium grind with a good balance of lean meat and fat. But the surprise for me was the Brisket Tostada. The tostada was crisp and thick enough to support everything piled on top. There's a thin layer of refried beans, thick slices of brisket, a little salsa verde, cotija cheese, and a drizzle of Valentina's. And yes, you can actually pick the thing up and eat it without it falling apart or turning soggy. I'll admit I was eating it a little faster than usual--not because I was worried about it falling apart, but because it was that good. LOL. The salsa verde helped cut through the richness of the brisket and beans, while the Valentina's added a little extra kick without taking over. The Mexican street corn was also well seasoned without being heavy-handed and worked well with all the meats. For a first visit, Hurtado's checked a lot of boxes for me. Awesome barbecue, friendly service, and that Brisket Tostada alone gives me a reason to come back. Since it's not too far from the house, I can see this becoming one of my regular BBQ spots.

Maaaan we finally tried this place and we were not disappointed! We came here after a day in the…read moresun and were starving so we got the El Jefe to feed our family of 3 with a few additional sides. With the El Jefe platter we got to try ribs, brisket, smoked turkey, burnt ends, pulled pork and a sausage link with two sides (Mac and cheese and baked beans). We ordered a birria taco, small cup of cornbread and elote corn for good measure. The meat was all great, the ribs were tender and falling off the bone, the turkey had a great smoked flavor and was tender as well. The brisket had a good seasoning and the sausage was also delicious. The real star of the show for me was the sides. Their baked beans are like a Mexican -bbq fusion which I've never had before and LOVED. Seriously, a bit of cilantro and seasonings made for a great flavor profile. My husband was swearing by the corn and how tasty it was and my son really enjoyed the Mac and cheese. While we loved 90% of this meal the only thing I would probably not order again was the cornbread - it was pretty dry even with the honey/syrup. It crumbled everywhere and the Birria taco was good, but just missing a bit of spice and hot sauce for me. There was a line of about 10 people ahead of us when we arrived and we probably waited about 30 minutes to actually leave with our food in hand. It felt like it went by quickly. Inside was packed with people eating but they had a nice little bar area towards the back and multiple TVs showing sporting events and things. The walk ways got a little cramped while waiting, but it wasn't terrible. All in all, we spent about $70 bucks to eat here and it was definitely worth it and we'll be back.