I seriously don't know what the hype is about this place is... They have minimal raw fish rolls and the rest are some type of California rolls. They also have Chinese food and Korean food which I guess is not all that uncommon but for me, it's kinda all over the place. The service is alright nothing special. Your order first and they bring you the food and forget about you. Need more water get your butt up and get it yourself and the decor. Let's just say it's not somewhere I would take someone to impress. The food to me was tasteless and I didn't feel like I was eating sushi, instead something rolled up in rice. I wouldn't go back and they get two stars because I didn't get sick. You get what you pay for!! read more

Prices are great and I love that you can get half rolls but the quality of Sushi is mediocre at best.

Maki Boy is one of the restaurants that I put into my comeback list. So I have been visiting this restaurant couple times. I like their combination fried rice. It's 5/5 for me. Their sushi is not one of the best in DFW but it's good enough for their affordable price. read more

Makiboy - Frie Fried Rice and sushi - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

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I wasnt expecting greatness. I just wanted some upon noodles while i was out running around. Omg the sushi here was really good. I got the Ramen sushi special and was NOT disappointed. The sushi was so smooth!! And Ramen... Soup was perfect. I can't wait to come back lol read more

Makiboy - 10 pc sushi and miso Ramen... $8.95. Omg so good. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

This place is a good place to have affordable sushi with good vibes! They try very much to create the cute and quaint style of Tokyo sushi shops. Sushi -3/5 Price-4/5 Service-4/5 I will return if I am ever in the area! read more

Makiboy - Bento special - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

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Clean place, excellent staff, excellent food. Beef bulgogi bowl is a favorite. At least two meals with their portion size. Love the courtesy veggies .. especially the cucumbers! read more

I absolutely adore this little place. :) the people working are always super kind and helpful; very friendly and make you feel like a priority. They never get my order wrong; everything is freshly made with good quality ingredients and you get a ton of food at a super reasonable price.. So basically there's nothing not to love about this place; it checks every box for sure. Ive only had the lunch bento box but its always amazing with a good variety that is slightly different side items each time which is fun cause the chef always throws in something unique and special like a little potsticker or dumpling; or a slice from a sushi roll...one time I got a tiny little dessert I think it was like a bite sized cream puff? It was delicious; and everything I've gotten in my box always is. Ps there is something magical about the marinated broccoli they have at the little condiment/garnish bar and no joke I would come back just for that its that good. Whenever I go there I make it a mission to make out like a bandit with as much of that broccoli as possible. :):) Still trying to get them to cough up the recipe ;) hahaha... read more

It's one of those hole in the wall places for sushi. Very tiny place that can get super busy with crowded seating. Walk in, look at menu, order through cashier & they bring your food afterwards. If you need any Togo's or plastic bags, then you would have to go ask the cashier. It's more of a self serve place which isn't bad at all considering everything ordered for a decent price. The hand rolls were delicious, absolutely must try if you come here. Chicken teriyaki bowl is really worth the bang for your buck! Definitely come check this place out if you're ever in the area & craving sushi. read more

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It's amazing. Never disappointed. Been here with family dozens of times. Love the fried rice.

This little hidden gem has been a go-to lunch spot for me and my coworkers. Its quick and supper yummy. I've had the chicken Ramen and it fed me all day. It was savory and super fulfilling. I topped my Ramen off with broccoli and kimchi! Nice service and food comes out fast. The location kind of threw me off (i thought it was upstairs lol) but I would definitely recommend and I'll be back again this week for lunch read more

Great sushi deals & amazing menu! The decor & music so fun & fun atmosphere! A little hidden gem in Irving! read more

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First timer! I'd never been here buy I was broke and the yelp single dollar sign made the place look extra appealing. I'd never had udon before but I figured what they heck let's try something new. I'll be back, and I'll be bringing friends. I tried the spicy sauce udon and WOW. Super flavorful, and huge portions. I'm honestly I finished it. I can't wait to try other items like the Hawaiian fried rice and the chicken bowl! Yum! read more

Makiboy - Spicy sauce udon - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

I love maki boy. I usually get the tempura shrimp roll and it's always amazing. If you go here, then try the broccoli. It's amazing. You can't go wrong with any sushi. Any of them is great. read more

I've been going here for years !! Love the food and great service !! One of my favorite spots to go in Irving.

We came here for lunch based in the rave reviews and was sorely disappointed. This restaurant is a toss up of fast food and restaurant. Mediocre food and service so not sure what all the help was about. My seafood soup way so sweet therefore hard to eat. Everything else we ordered was just so so. Not sure if it was an off day based on the reviews. May try again but probably not. read more

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Bae and I love Ramen (don't get me started on phō... ). We were gonna check out Monkey King Noodle Co. but changed our minds once we saw photos from here. Pretty awesome reviews and some pretty common Japanese dishes we love here. The menu was exciting! Most of everything is called soup, but each soup is paired with a different style noodle (udon and ramen to name a couple). Udon is a thick type of wheat flour noodle; ramen is a a way thinner version of udon, it looks like curly/wavy edible hair from an angel and it certainly taste like it too. Ordered was the Seafood Udon (without squid) and the Daily Special - Mini Miso Ramen (replace tofu with chicken) + 10 piece sushi roll ("itamae" or sushi chief's option). Sushi came out first and it was formed into a similar rainbow roll on their menu. It also looked like a caterpillar. The rice had the perfect consistency and the ingredients really fresh for the value and quality I received. The California Roll stuffed inside the roll had a smooth texture on every bite and full of flavor. The Seafood Udon had a a mild flavor to it and udon was soft and chewy but I preferred the miso ramen. Their miso is their most popular soup recipe. It's so smooth and perfectly salty and tangy paired with the wheat from the ramen and the chicken which adds a whole extra layer of insaneness! I've already told Tiff S. about it, so I have another opportunity to get at that special again :) read more

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Very small place. Not great for a group lunch. Food is good though! It's more like a self serve place.

Went in today and placed an order to go. There was only one table before me. Other patrons started coming in after me and were getting their food. Sat patiently for 30 minutes even tho there were others already eating. Asked the cashier how much longer, she said that they're only waiting on a fried rice order. Sat down again and waited another 10 minutes and then asked again, what's the hold up. She said a different food order was almost done. Patrons that were after me already finished their food. I said to cancel the one I was still waiting on and another cashier said they couldn't refund it. I just took what was done and left. Checked my order and was missing the sauce that went to chicken bowl. Will NEVER go back. read more

Makiboy - How long it took and still didn't get full order - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

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Great food for a reasonable price! Service was okay. You'll seat your self, order at the counter,and grab your own drinks and sides. read more

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Delicious sushi spot in Irving. The best places are the hole in wall and this one is it! We ordered egg rolls very crispy and hot, Alaskan sushi & spicy octopus both very fresh and tasty, a big plate of fried rice and sake. Definitely the perfect place for dinner or lunch all for a good price. I love this place. read more

Makiboy - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

Great sushi for a reasonable price! Been here quite a few times and they have yet to disappoint me. The restaurant is very small so coming with a big group is probably not a good idea. They have every item on the menu pictured. It's either hanging up or on the menu. Service is okay. Don't expect much when you order at the counter, seat yourself, and get your own drink. The food is what I come here for. My favorites are the hand rolls, soup and sushi combos, spider roll, spicy tofu soup, chicken bowls and fried rices (chicken, combo, pineapple, they're all good). read more

Makiboy - Cajun roll - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

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Wow! This is absolutely in my top 3 Japanese restaurants that I ever eaten in and I liven in southern Japan. Sushi, it rocks! Their Korean food is amazing! Next visit to eat the Yakisoba. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! read more

Makiboy - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

I am not really familiar with the Irving area, so we yelped restaurants near us, and this came up. The location is kind of hidden in the shopping center, and the restaurant is pretty small. Mali Boy seems to be more like one of those Korean versions of Japanese sushi places, so just another Asian fusion place. Out of the pineapple fried rice, Dragon roll, ramen, none tasted too remarkable, but my friend did like the Very Berry Smoothie oddly enough :P The presentation of the pineapple was a cool plus. It's actually IN a pineapple! Fair warning: they do not allow dine-in for orders within a half hour of closing, but you are allowed to place to go orders. The service did not seem too friendly or welcoming, more annoyed that we came in close to closing. read more

Makiboy - Sushi menu - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

this place was very good :) when you walk in, you can grab a menu to order food and seat yourself afterwards. be sure to grab some sides (broccoli is the best IMO). the kimchi I grabbed was salty and not sour at all, but it might have just been the batch that day. my friends and I ordered four dishes sweet and sour chicken breast -the chicken was fried well, but I didn't really like the sauce -good portions yakiudon -probably my least favorite dish -there wasn't a lot of shrimp -I wished the udon noodles were charred before they were tossed in the sauce, it was pretty soft maki roll -pretty good and very filling roll yakisoba -huge portions and ample amount of chicken -good value! the entrees were pretty cheap, but I think the sushi prices were expensive in comparison read more

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Sing to the tune of "O Tannenbaum" ("O Christmas Tree"): O Maki Boy, O Maki Boy I am so glad I tried you There was sushi, 'twas very nice And Korean food, which came with rice O Maki Boy, O Maki Boy I am so glad I tried you O Maki Boy, O Maki Boy Your menu was mostly on point Your soup, it tasted familiar The bibimbap was mediocre O Maki Boy, O Maki Boy Your menu was mostly on point O Maki Boy, O Maki Boy You have captured my taste buds The Beef Bulgogi was mighty fine The Spicy Pork was so divine[1] O Maki Boy, O Maki Boy You have captured my taste buds O Maki Boy, O Maki Boy Prices are economical[2] I'm Indian so I welcome that You best believe I will get fat O Maki Boy, O Maki Boy Prices are economical O Maki Boy, O Maki Boy You gave me so much pleasure I hate that you're so far from me I'll be back, you wait and see O Maki Boy, O Maki Boy You gave me so much pleasure P. S. The place is tiny, and it's really not in your (or their) best interest to show up with a large group (like we did). It throws everything into chaos. P. P. S. Also, there was this one customer with white blonde hair; she was like a less attractive version of Daenerys Targaryen. She was kind of a stuck up [expletive], and she knowingly and willfully cut in front of me and my brothers. I hope you read this, discount-Daenerys. You were the one minor annoyance in my otherwise perfect Maki Boy experience. [1]Note: Unless you're Jewish or Muslim, I guess. [2]Note: $ out of $$$$. read more

Hello waving kitties! Irving has a great selection of Japanese stops, Mr. Max, Hanasho, and Maki Boy! Hidden away in the same strip mall as a Cici's. At first you would think, what is a Sushi place doing here? Well, looks like cheap rent equals great sushi rolls for cheap. Most being $5-$6 for the 6 pieces and $8-$9 for the 12 pieces. The set up is a bit different, since you order everything at the register then grab a seat, but the food is amazing. On our latest excursion, we had the Spicy Tuna Roll, Florida Roll, Caterpillar Roll, and Dragon Roll. I am partial to the Dragon Roll since I love eel, but I enjoyed all of them. Ordered a bowl of MIso soup (only .75 cents). Each order comes with complimentary Kimchee, I especially loved the broccoli and the beansprouts! The sushi was well presented and we received plenty of dipping sauce as well as wasabi. We also tried the smoothies, all the fruit taste without any of the graininess you find at other places. Lastly the interior, I really loved the eye candy decor. The dining areas (there are two) have a nice intimate feel. The cooks wear waving kitty Happi robes. I saw that there is a full bar offering there too! There was sake, Japanese and domestic beers, wine and full fledged liquors. I am thinking a possible date or small happy hour spot. Hello Kitty! read more

Makiboy - Kitty Waves - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

So many people have commented on so much here it's hard not to add more. This place is located in a strip mall that has a definite eclectic mix of neighbors. The broccoli in teriyaki sauce is just amazing and those cucumbers are great. The sushi is awesome and I always feel like Ive eaten so much for a great price without compromising on quality. Ive tried so many things there from the pineapple fried rice to the eel bowl. Wow, they all taste so great and they have great service they are very friendly and always so helpful. I look forward to trying there lunch specials but I have a feeling that they probably get pretty darn busy during lunch. You can never go wrong with the Texas roll, Dragon roll or the shrimp tempura. I can't wait to try even more and get back to Maki Boy. read more

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The food is amazing. I really wish we had a place this good where we live. The katsu and chicken bowl are great and so is the sushi.

Came in with a friend and we each ordered the lunch special for $8.95 and split an order of gyoza. My take away is this: This isn't a place I would go to get a serious sushi fix, but I would come back here for lunch because of the incredibly price for the amount of food that they give you. While it's not what I would normally eat (pretty much california rolls) it was fresh, fast and the service was great. The banchan wasn't the freshest (broccoli and kimchi a little old) and the ramen was the kind I have in my pantry, but the broth was excellent and it actually had seafood in it! This is definitely a place I would come back and explore more of the menu. read more

Makiboy - The loves of my life - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

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I was very surprised by Maki Boy. Another don't judge a book by its cover entry! Almost impossible to notice from Beltline, I hope these folks can stay in business. Small dining space and an order/pay first set up. Drinks are self-serve along with helping yourself to a small assortment of condiments like kimchi. I ordered a spicy tuna roll (surprise) and loved it. From the rice (which had some sort of seasoning flakes on it) to the sauce in the roll, it was delicious with a good kick. For my main dish, I stepped out of my comfort zone and ordered something I'd never tried: jobche as written on the menu (or japchae as it's traditionally spelled). I loved it! Why I have not eaten this before is beyond me. Stir fried with the noodles was beef, mushroom, spinach, carrots, and broccoli. AND with a size of rice (why the extra starch I don't know). For the price, you get a good sized portion of food. The staff was very friendly and attentive. And, this is regardless of after you order, you're on your own. I liked that they cared enough to still see how you are doing after you order. There are plenty of other dishes on the menu that I can't wait to try. If my follow up visits turn out as good as this one, I may bump the rating to 5 stars! read more

Makiboy - jobche - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

Highly recommend their daily specials plus their sushi is to die for very nice clean environment and service.

I love sushi, but fresh, good sushi is so expensive that I almost never indulge....until I found Maki Boy! Maki Boy is the sushi lover's dream, affordable, fresh, and very generous portions! Chef Charlie is there, day and night, turning out winner after winner. Their typical 12-piece roll will be plenty for a complete meal, complement your roll with a .75 cent side of miso and a drink and you're going to pay about $10! Unlike most sushi restaurants, lunch and dinner are the same menu/price. It's a very casual eatery and I get take out from there probably as often as I dine in. The staff is very friendly and accommodating if you have special requests or questions. They have a fairly impressive selection of beer, wine, including many Asian beers and wines to try also at reasonable prices. The fish and seafood is exceptionally fresh, I've eaten there many, many times and have yet to have anything that doesn't taste absolutely perfect. I'd be hard pressed to pick a favorite dish, although I do love their Rainbow Rolls. For those wanting to try something new (and are not on a diet), be sure to try the Volcano Roll! It is a California roll with a baked Scallop/seafood cream sauce on top. It's about $10 and I have never been able to eat one of these by myself. It would make a hearty appetizer to share between 2 or 3 (or possibly even 4) people. It's very filling and maybe a bit heavy eaten by oneself, but it's oh so heavenly! If you like spicy foods, their Spicy Tuna is great, as is the Jalapeño Roll (it sounds odd, maybe, but it's delicious!!!) There is something for everyone, vegetarian rolls for vegetarians, the chicken and beef options for those who don't like fish, cooked and raw fillings, you name it, they probably have it! They also have Tempura and Udon dishes, fried rice, soups salads and Korean B.B.Q. I believe the most expensive thing on their menu is $12, with most dishes averaging $7-9. There is a a semi-private room for small parties of 8 to maybe 10 people, which is a nice touch. I have not tried the hot foods, nor the much-touted smoothies, but my friend gets a smoothie every time she goes and raves about them so it's definitely on my list of things to try next. read more

Small, quaint business. Full of flavor and a sushi chef team that makes your order in front of you. read more

I'm surprised not more people have heard of Maki Boy. It's definitely worth it. You order at the register, get a cup for drinks, and get a dish for some Korean side dishes. The atmosphere is very laid back, and the employees are friendly. The sushi is inexpensive and very fresh; however the rolls seems to fall apart once you pick it up. This wasn't the case when I first came here about a year ago, but their Korean side dishes keep me coming back! Also, they give you a small, complimentary of smoothie at the end of your meal. If you're in the area, you should definitely try this place. read more

Makiboy - eel bowl - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

What the what. Why have I not eaten here before? Such a great hole in the wall. Eight of us were granted 1.5 hours for lunch (whoot whoot!!) so we came here. There are about four 4 person tables and two 2 person tables and like 6 seats around the bar so less than 30 people can fit in here if I remember correctly. Luckily this couple moved to the bar and we were able to push their table with ours for enough seating. Very friendly staff. I ordered iced green tea sweetened and it's a can! So I asked for a cup of ice and poured it over ice. It's actually pretty good. I may need to find some of this to stock up at home. There is a cart with side dishes that look very normal and unassuming. The broccoli was fantastic. It's the perfect texture - not too hard, soft enough and not mushy. It's slightly sweet with a lot of flavor. I wish I knew what was in it!! I need to take my Bestie here so she can tell me. The kim chi, bean sprouts, cucumbers, etc were all fresh and good. The Newbie and I split our lunch. I ordered bibimbap and it was good. It was his first try and he enjoyed the flavors. I explained how it's traditionally in a sizzling stone pot but this is in a ceramic bowl. The fried egg was well done and I love it runny. The seasoning sauce was good though. The bulgogi was flavorful and overall good dish. He ordered the chicken udon noodle soup and was pleased. The chicken was very tender and flavorful. The broth was good. Not the best I've ever had but for something so close by and for the price, I would come here more often for sure. The Newbie thought everything was delicious and I agree. read more

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RuN! Please. I'm still shocked on how my food taste. Well it was tasteless. I ordered their miso Ramen and my friend had rainbow roll. Let's start with my Ramen - it brought me back to my insant Ramen days, blend in with miso soup. This is not Ramen at all. The rainbow roll, just used an imitation crab meat and mayo. It's really disappointing. Service was alright. We came in, cafeteria style and was given a paper plates without direction. We looked around and found out they had a little section for salad bar - I'm giving one star because of that. It's eh ok. But then again, the food is cheap but still it's a waste of your buck. read more

Makiboy - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

Worst sushi of my life! It was so badly rolled and over stuffed with carrots. All of it opened and fell apart. So badly rolled that I could hardly eat it. There was no wasabi or ginger given with my to go sushi. It was a horrible experience. Will never order a sushi here! read more

Makiboy - So badly rolled it fell apart. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

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The best hole in the wall ever! I discovered this place maybe two years ago and I had just started working for American Airlines. It was great, nobody knew about it from work and I could get away from the office while enjoying some really solid food! Korean owned, this is the best little hidden gem! I only say hole in the wall earlier because it's not some fancy restaurant and it's not in a fancy place. In fact, it does worry me at times to be there at night. I love it though. I come here for the salmon teriyaki. I don't know why, but it's so good. The girl who I can only assume is part of ownership laughs whenever she sees me and I order this because she knows. It's Perfectly pan fried to crisp without overlooking. And it's accompanied by vegetables and short-grained rice. I've had sushi here too and noodle soups, but this is by far my favorite dish. The best part is the fact that they have bonchon and you can get as much as you want. Kimchi, seasoned broccoli, sprouts, pickled radishes, what have you. I would go here just to get this stuff! Not kidding. Since I've moved away and stopped frequenting this place, I've noticed my morale going down...(I kid) but it was great to come here again and experience this without having had it in so long (maybe six months). Please try it if you're in the area!! read more

Makiboy - Salmon teriyaki - Asian Fusion Near Me - Irving, Texas

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There is limited seating, and there can be a wait at dinner time. I usually go for lunch and do not have a problem finding a table. The inside has an izakaya feel to it. You order at the register, get your sides from the self-serve bar, find a table and wait for them to bring your order. I've tried several things and liked everything. Their hawaiian fried rice comes in half of an actual pineapple shell, and there is a very generous portion. I usually order their combo for $8.95 (soup + chef's choice of 10pc sushi). I have never been one to eat nigiri or sashimi (never liked the texture or taste), but this place actually makes me crave it! read more

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As a youth, I was fortunate enough to spend a few years in Tokyo, but when I came back to the states, wonders like hamburgers and texmex drew me away from Japanese cuisine for whatever reason. Fortunately, I'm back with vengeance, and I'm looking for the best Japanese food in DFW. First up was Maki Boy, and consider the bar set high! Star 1: How was the service and atmosphere? Wonderful. Maki Boy isn't huge, and it's a bit tucked away off of Belt Line, but the inside couldn't be more comfortable. Whether you're here alone for a quick lunch or catering to a larger group, there's a quaint accommodation in Maki Boy's more than comfortable atmosphere. It only gets better once you're seated, with quick, friendly and authentic service. Star Granted. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? I decided to start things off with a classic, which was the Chicken Bowl. I opted for a "mini" size, and was stunned to find that, for only $3.75, I got this good sized bowl of goodness: http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=33m-RbOYtj7LXj4f0BKTog&userid=OKX-V5j_qfuOebeHeWGrHg That's a brilliant price, and things only got better. Feeling bold, I went with the "Volcano Roll", and while I was warned by the waiter that this was a sizable dish that would take 20 minutes, I dove in headfirst: http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=Gfobz_2MUuPfY2pxAi9c2w&userid=OKX-V5j_qfuOebeHeWGrHg Boom. What a dish. You're looking at a full sized (12?) roll blended with a crawfish sauce. It was $13.50, but this turned out to be two meals, and for sushi? That's more than reasonable. Star Granted. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? We'll start with the Chicken Bowl, which was excellent. The dish is simple, but that's part of the beauty is it not? The rice was fluffy and cooked to perfection, the chicken tender with just the right amount of terikyaki sauce, and the ratio of rice to meat balanced. The trend continued with the Volcano Bowl, with a solid roll uniquely topped with a cajun crawfish sauce. To be honest, the sauce wasn't my favorite, but that comes down to preference, and at the end of the day I was too overwhelmed by the size of this roll to even care. This was excellent food, and I'm impressed. Single Star Granted. Star 5: Would you eat here every day if you could? At present, Maki Boy is the only Japanese place in DFW that I've tried, and having said that, it's the best. I'll need to shop around to some of the other nearby Japanese places to throw out a proper assessment, but as things currently stand I would gladly come back to Maki Boy daily. Star Granted. read more

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