Since moving to Tucson one of my biggest gripes has been the lack of Asian food or at least the variety of Asian food. Granted, I moved from Irvine which is pretty much Asian foodie heaven, so my standards are high but Maru Plus delivered on the craving! We had a variety of plates and shared. It's a little expensive but I thought the quality justified the price. We got the Jalapeño 7 roll and the consensus was this was tasty but a little too spicy if you're not a big spice fiend. I also probably overdid it with the togorashi in my kake udon which didn't help. Oops. Very tasty udon broth though! Made for good leftovers too. We also shared the crispy rice spicy duo. I think this was a seasonal special. The crispy rice was good, nice and toasty without being burnt. They have a pretty extensive menu so I think there's something for everyone here. Small shared parking lot out front. read more

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Service is nice but it is always a red flag when there are no Asians working at a sushi restaurant. Spicy tuna roll had way too much rice and was fishy tasting. Tonkotsu ramen was flavorless. First time I ever used salt in ramen. Noodles were mushy. read more

So many vegan options!! Get the agedashi tofu. It's squishy and delicious. The sauce is so so good! The futomaki roll is all the veggies + tofu skin. This place is one I'm adding to my rotation. read more

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Stopped in for dinner on a night when they were apparently sold out of salmon sushi and sashimi. The restaurant was not busy, but yet the tables were sticky and had not been wiped down. The matcha latte and cucumber salad were just average, but the udon noodles were good. They did have a neat Godzilla mural on the wall. read more

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Last minute dinner stop. Found this hole in the wall gem! Service was awesome! Staff was a cheerful breath of fresh air. The food even better. I got Ahi sashimi don, agedashi tofu and unagi nigiri. I also got a side of curry to try and the flavor was on point! Not too salty not too spicy but just right!! Definitely will add to must go to places when I'm Tucson! read more

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What a nice guy. Such sweet words and demeanor. Great clientele. We once were entertained by this highly intelectual pre-school kid. Good place for conversation, or not talking since tables are close but also separate. read more

Maru does a good job. I liked the prior version of this restaurant. They keep in line with tru Japanese dining. Sashimi is ok. The Katsu Curry was fine. Problem is I have had some really good sushi in my life so it's probably not a fair marker when you are on Campbell in Tucson. I would go again. The service as a bit clunky, can't remember but I think you order at the counter then sit with a number and it is delivered. Hard to expect a great tip from the customer with that process. read more

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Will scratch the itch but will still leave you disappointed. To be a true Japanese restaurant requires more discipline, consistency, and accuracy. read more

What more can I say than the usual... this is one of our favorite places and we love our visits each time. Here's some recent try's. Service, space and food always great. read more

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Their service has definitely improved since last time I visited. Everything I ate was delicious. I often eat solo and this restaurant is perfect for it. I love their selection of menu items. Their ambience reminds me of home :D Side note: Be extremely careful getting into the rear parking lot if you have a low car read more

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We went for Sonoran restaurant week to try out a new spot and it was absolutely amazing! We got the salmon lovers combo with egg drop soup and it was so good I will definitely be back. The sushi chef Sue was also so sweet and made our first time so welcoming :) read more

Maru Plus - Egg drop soup - Japanese Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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I came back on a Friday night around 7:30p and it was crowded for a later-dinner time. I didn't know they updated to counter-service where you order at the register and they bring your order to you. I was waiting for my friend to show but wanted to grab the last open table, which was a two-seater that had a laptop on it, which I assumed was the restaurant's but the cashier told me to go ahead and sit there (thankfully) so I ordered edamame and an Asahi draft while I waited. It appeared they were short-staffed as the cashier was also acting as server, I think she said they did not have sushi at the time although there was someone at the sushi station, though I came in wanting the mazemen (dry ramen) anyway. She was friendly, but the ordering experience definitely felt rushed as she was the only one taking orders and bringing out food, and the phone also rang before I was about to order but I could tell she needed to pick it up so I remained patient and let her take the call. Once my friend arrived we ordered (again) but since the cashier was so busy with other orders she had forgotten my edamame and beer until we sat down again. The ramen itself was worth the wait as I usually go with soup ramen, but the dry ramen with spicy pork, chashu, green onion, and soft boiled egg was flavorful and the right balance of heat, sweet, and spicy. One of the cooks brought out a bowl of soup ramen and my friend accepted though I guess it wasn't what he ordered, and his correct order came out after a while, but it was slightly confusing. I wish they had another employee helping on such a busy Friday night, and I wish they kept/went back to full-service as counter service with such a big menu, alcohol, and limited seating felt a bit overwhelming for whatever reason. I will chalk up the experience as "understaffed on a busy night" and hope the ordering and timing goes smoother next time, as the food and friendly-albeit-busy service are worth the experience. read more

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I've tried Ramen from Maru different location n brand, it wasn't that great at all... this time I decide to try Maru Plus main brand and different dishes that will be more guaranteed the food quality n taste.... Ordering Curry dishes whether it's Rices or Noodles dishes, it's more guaranteed... just depending on the spice sweetness level n spicy level!! Pork Katsu cutlets with rice, that's one of my favorite curry dish!!! It's tasty n delicious!!! Since Maru Plus decorations are so classic Japanese modern youngsters style with Japanese convenient foods!! read more

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If you're ever caught in the "I can't decide what I want to eat" mood, Maru Plus is a good option. They offer signature Japanese dishes such as Ramen, Sushi, Onigiri, Curry, Japanese sandwiches, Omurice, etc. Their service is fast, and the ambiance is very relaxed. At this visit, I had the Tonkotsu Pork Ramen. The portion was generous, but the quality was okay. They do have a salad bar where you can add more toppings to your ramen at no extra cost. Bottom line: Maru Plus is where variety meets value. Come hungry, or with friends that can't make up their minds, and leave full without breaking the bank. read more

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Maru is solid fast-casual Japanese food that can make good food depending on your patience and what you're going to order. What I liked: I'm not a big ramen person (everyone else in here seemed to be); I prefer to get a nice donburi--basically the same stuff over rice instead of broth. I've had the beef, which was good, and the pork, which was even better. They come with decent enough toppings, but if you want more there's an outstanding little condiment bar with sesame seeds, green onions, eel sauce, etc. Basically everything you could ask for. What needs work: Honestly it takes way, way too long to eat here. Whether it's lunch or dinner, busy or slow. On both of my visits, it took 30 minutes to get anything. Make that 40 minutes if you dare to order from their sushi bar, which tastes good but is sloppily made. It's like they have really good ingredients but nobody who knows what they're doing. It's also a little on the pricey side. You're not getting good service or atmosphere, but you're paying about the same as you would in much more comfortable settings. I'm still open to trying more of the menu because again, the food isn't *bad*. If someone asked me to return, I probably would. I just wouldn't recommend it to my friends. read more

Maru Plus - Pretty good donburi - Japanese Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

10/10 As a vegan in Tucson, I really appreciate Maru Plus. They always have great options, everything tastes amazing, and the service is consistently friendly. I ordered the Vegan Miso Ramen with Cucumber salad. Great vibes Definitely one of my favorite spots in town. read more

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Great tasting food. Wasn't a very welcoming experience, probably I came in half an hr before closing. Tempura wasn't made the traditional way but it tasted good. read more

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Review: 10/10 As a vegan in Tucson, I really appreciate Maru Plus. They always have great options, everything tastes amazing, and the service is consistently friendly. I ordered the Vegan Miso Ramen with Cucumber salad Definitely one of my favorite spots in town. read more

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My friend who is a Tucson local brought me here, and I was shocked I had not tried it before. The interior of the restaurant had fun murals, and the Staff was incredibly friendly. The guy at the cashier helped me make my order and set me up with a punch card. The menu has an expansive amount of dishes that are all fairly priced, including several lunch specials. I had never tried udon before, so I settled on the beef udon with the traditional bonito broth. I was blown away at how flavorful it was, the beef alone was so tender delicious. I am highly anticipating returning to try more menu items. I recommend this place to anyone looking for an affordable bite to eat or good Japanese food. read more

Maru Plus - Beef Udon with bonito broth - Japanese Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

Second time. Had the tonkatsu curry. Perfectly cooked protein. Crunchy and tender. The curry was very tasty also, spicy just enough. I only wish it was temperature hotter. I wish they had some cabbage sunomono. Great sushi chef, thoughtful in presentation. read more

Maru Plus - Japanese Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

The location made me feel like I was back overseas. I got a feel for being in Japan. I had the Chicken Katsu Ramen and it was so tasty. Tons of flavor. Wife Had a poke bowl and she loved it. The service was good, they greet everyone as they walk in. Definitely going back to try more dishes. read more

This place is one of our favorite that always awesome and never failed us. Nice, friendly & helpful staff. Cute & nice place. Not big but enough space. The food are always delicious. They have additional seasonal food. read more

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This is a small, cozy restaurant on Campbell and Glenn. First, you order and pay at their counter. It's very casual and needs a deep cleaning. We ordered all plant based dishes and our dishes were not as tasty as we'd hope. The veggie ramen had an odd taste, minimal vegetables. They have a help yourself bar with sauces and condiments. They were out of more than 50% of the bar. We have a two time rule to visit restaurants even if the first time was mediocre. We wanted to love this place but between the lack of cleanliness, running out of important menu ingredients, low quality/wilted veggies and herbs, and lack of delicious flavors, we definitely won't be going back. Hopefully management can get this place back to the high quality it was when they were Yoshimatsu's. read more

First time at this Asian restaurant. Lots of items on the menu to choose from. Order at the counter, food is then brought to you. Worth the visit read more

Maru Plus - Inside art - Japanese Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

I tried 2 vegan sushi rolls. They were good, but made much better after I added to them at the topping bar. I love this topping bar which is probably more geared to the noodle bowls, but the toppings were a great addition to my sushi. The staff was super sweet and helpful. read more

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Not what I was expecting. It's the type of restaurant that you pay at the counter, and they deliver at your table. The sashimi was delish, and was served with rice, seaweed and avocado. The sushi roll had way too much rice, and I only ate half of it. They do take extra care on the presentation of the food, which is always nice. Not sure if I'd go back. Nothing wrong with it per se, but didn't hit the spot for "going out to eat". Maybe more appropriate if you're looking for something quick for lunch. read more

Met up with a couple of friends last Saturday evening. I had the veggie udon and it had a flavorful broth with chewy noodles that tasted fresh, pieces of sweet potato, zucchini and other veggies and was delicious! read more

Maru Plus is solid! Their ramen and sushi are always good. However, their main sister location on the West side (at least in my opinion) is much better. I would recommend Maru first before Maru Plus, but there is a lot of potential for this newer restaurant to exude the same quality food as Maru. read more

My go-to Japanese restaurant! The food here is good and reliable with a large variety. The quality of the fish is good, and it doesn't hurt my wallet *too* bad! I think their ramen is where they shine, but I haven't had anything bad yet. Their handrolls are generously packed and sit at an excellent price. My favorite meal from them is probably a tie between the Tantanmen ramen and their handrolls! The service is always good, and I love how much thought they put into decorating everything. It's never too loud and there's a lot of room to move around. There's a lot of love put into Maru and Maru Plus and it shows. read more

Maru Plus - Katsu Sando, Unagidon, and yellowtail handroll - Japanese Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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The beef don was great. The portions for the money were a little light. The only real gripe is the over-stimulating interior. Service was good, not great. read more

I was expect better sushi and service from the reviews but maybe the bar was low as there seemed to be a lot of college students here. It's counter service and has too big of a menu. Sushi was okay. I always do the veggie sushi and it was just okay. Sort of dry. Nothing worth getting again. My fry's has better sushi read more

Really loved the summer soba special. It's such a good option for tucson summers when you want noodles, but it's too hot for soup (noodles are warm temperature). The tempura is also pretty crispy and yummy. The soba dipping sauce was also great for the tempura (improved w the onion crisps and sesame seeds from the sauce bar). Didn't love the matcha lemonade (did not expect/enjoy the sour bitter taste). Came back for a week later for the lunch bento (fish) which was also decent, but the soba is still #1 for now. I particularly enjoyed the croquette portion of the bento. Good value. It's a fairly casual store where you order at the front and then sit and wait for your food. Self-service water and sauce bar. read more

Maru Plus - Soba - Japanese Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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Will not be returning! Counter service was as to expected, no trouble there. Atmosphere was great, cool music and interesting artwork and anime knickknacks etc. now let's talk food and quality and service and overall experience. Ordered one sushi lunch special, one onogiri lunch special with kagarri chicken and two specialty rolls. One beer and one fountain drink. $80. Miso soup came out fine. Sushi lunch came out followed closely by Godzilla roll ($18) sushi lunch was suspect on first bite of spicy tuna roll. Tasted super metallic and not fresh. Godzilla roll had a piece of plastic in it and and when the sushi chef came out to apologize and offer us a repeat of the roll and stated that the plastic might've come from wrapping the roll in plastic and cutting it. Then I pointed out the missing finger tip of the glove he was wearing still that matched the plastic in my roll. I let him know it's fine, but I'm still waiting on my spring rainbow roll $19 and he said something I couldn't hear and ran off. Rainbow roll showed up 10 minutes later (clearly forgotten) and the yellowtail looked like dried jerky and wasn't pleasant to eat. Finally we ask about the chicken from the original lunchbox that had yet to arrive and was told it would be rt out. We placed our original order at 2:17 and finally got our chicken at 3:05 pm after all the poor service and terrible experience already. So apparently chicken is served as a dessert course here. Also the condiment bar was gross, depleted and dirty with nasty and empty squeeze bottles as well as the silverware that I wiped off myself before using. Overall not worth the money at all. Not even half the money. Ruined mine and my wife's first day off lunch together in almost 5 weeks. Thanks but no thanks. ‍ read more

Maru's menu hasn't changed much from when it used to be Yoshimatsu; but now, instead of it being a sit down restaurant, you order at the counter in the back. There's also a salsa bar looking table that has ramen toppings like bean sprouts, green onions, different sauces (soy, ponzu). The food is still really good. Everything was fresh, crispy where it should be and well seasoned. I wish my poke deluxe had more fish, but that's the only gripe I have. You can also still buy some Japanese tchotchkes/figurines, which are all by the register. read more

Maru Plus - Poke Delux - Japanese Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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I really wanted to try Maru Plus because of their many vegan/vegetarian options. I was really disappointed in their food. The vegan mushroom ramen came with the mushiest rice noodles. The broth was very salty and one note (soy sauce) and the mushroom stems were completely raw . I couldn't eat it. The fried tofu appetizer was essentially the same as the mushroom ramen soup without the noodles. Soggy, gummy fried tofu sitting in soy broth. 2 stars because my husband thought his ramen (pumpkin ramen) was decent and they did refund my bowl of noodles. Sadly, I won't be back. read more

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The onigiri was good but everything else was not. The shrimp tempura and gyoza came out cold and the chirashi deluxe tased so much like fish that I didn't feel comfortable eating most of it. Will not go back. read more

We went for dinner and enjoyed the food so much. Love the decorations and the food was very good. The tempura was really good, the salmon dish was amazing and nice on a hot evening. It was easy to get in and seated. Please give them a try. You won't regret it. read more

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Everything was amazing. This place is located in a little strip mall. It has enough sitting space to not feel overcrowded. It's decorated really cute. It looks very clean. The staff is really nice and helpful and the food. Well, the food is definitely the star of the show. I don't think I've ever ordered anything that I don't like but my favorite has to be the bow buns with the pork belly, hands-down, the best most amazing. read more

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This have become my designated sushi spot unbeatable prices, quality, flavor and service, always good atmosphere as soon as you walk in read more

Maru Plus - Japanese Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

I was a long-time fan of Yoshimatsu, so I am delighted to see that a lot of my favorites have made it onto the revamped menu of Maru Plus! The new concept is counter service, and a lot of the old decor has been removed, so the restaurant feels more open and sleek. The line to order took a long time, but once we ordered the food was brought out quite quickly. Though I was comforted to see some of my favorites on the menu, I tried the onigiri, which are new! I got the tuna mayo, the edamame sesame, and the salmon. They came out warm and well-made, and didn't fall apart at all as I ate. Out of what I tried, the tuna mayo was the best. My friend got the Tonkatsu Ramen, which she reported is as delicious as ever. We'll definitely be back for more ramen, sushi, and curry! read more

Maru Plus - Maru Plus (exterior) - Japanese Near Me - Tucson, Arizona

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