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    Obento

    4.8 (42 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Sarah B.

    Service was top notch! Our waitress was as very friendly and kind. The food was great. Very filling and cooked well. The teriyaki steak was delicious! The tables inside were comfortable and clean. Nice calm atmosphere. Great stop for lunch!

    Pick 2 protein and 2 sides.
    David G.

    Obento has become one of my go-to spots in Murfreesboro, and it never disappoints. I come here often, and the quality is always consistent -- fresh ingredients, beautiful presentation, and flavors that keep me coming back. The bento boxes are a favorite of mine, offering the perfect variety with perfectly cooked proteins, crisp vegetables, and delicious sides. Beyond the food, the atmosphere is welcoming, the restaurant is always clean, and the staff makes you feel like a valued regular. It's the kind of place you can count on whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or enjoying a relaxed meal. If you're looking for reliable, flavorful Japanese cuisine with great service, Obento is an easy recommendation. Definitely one of Murfreesboro's gems.

    Asparagus stalks. Just unpleasant and not palatable.

    So disappointed, I'm not sure, maybe just a bad evening but the food and service was not very good today. Sauces tasted off and the Miso soup was way over salted. Sumai was served cold. Please cook the vegetables and sides.

    Joe L.

    I had the pleasure of dining at Obento today and meeting the owner Sonia. This was my first time dining Bento Box style and I was very impressed with the concept AND the food. Sonia is awesome explaining how it all works, different options, and what went well with what. I did the two-protein option with Teriyaki Chicken and the Pork Katsu with the potato salad and Harumaki Rolls. The Bento Box also includes a ginger salad along with Miso soup and sticky white rice. Sonia explained the Oden soup to me and kindly shared a sample of it with fish ball and octopus cake in a rich dashi stock. The meal was off to such a great start...I could do a "soup & salad" meal alone with the Miso Soup and Ginger dressing salad. The ginger dressing is homemade and it is so good I bought an extra container to take home! The Oden soup is unusual and reminded me of fish soup in New England, I liked it. The Bento Box...WOW!!! Sonia told me all of the sauces for dipping and cooking are homemade in-house. The Teriyaki sauce for the chicken and the Japanese Mayonnaise for dipping the Pork Katsu really went well and enhanced versus overpowering the dishes. The potato salad was a big surprise and so good...she adds chunks of apple for a wonderful flavor profile. The steamed veggies and daikon radish was al dente and fresh, while the Harumaki rolls were fresh and crisp. Sooooo much food and all of it was delicious. Stand-outs...the ginger dressing for the salad, the flavor of the teriyaki sauce on the chicken, and that Japanese Mayo would enhance anything it is paired with. I'm so glad I finally made it out here...great food and exceptional (and informative...I learned a lot) service.

    Chicken Curry katsu, sweet potato tempura, veggies and rice.
    Al D.

    Great dinner from start to finish. The service was impeccable the fruit teas are amazing and the food was cooked fresh. Even the salads were cold and crispy. The miso soup was far from being just routine.

    Steak and spicy and sweet chicken
    Kerolus S.

    This place is fantastic. As a regular at their sister restaurant, Oishiya, I was thrilled to find the food here just as good maybe even better in some dishes. The service was excellent, and the owners were incredibly welcoming. We tried a variety of menu items, and everything was delicious with very generous portions. The standout for me was the Takoyaki it tasted just like what I had in Japan! If you love Japanese food, this spot is a must-try

    Cherelle J.

    Finally tried them. I ordered to go the 1 protein meal with chicken. Comes with salad and miso soup. Everything was good can't wait to go back.

    Two bento boxes and tea. Yum!
    Jamie W.

    Great service and the food was surprisingly good! We stopped at Costco and decided to give it a try. It was good!

    Crab, shrimp, curry chicken, seaweed salad.
    Bob L.

    I had the two meat, two "side" bento box... I read other comments and concur with their 5-Star rating. Awesome meal, great service. Our waitress did an amazing job with our lunch. On point in all aspects of our visit.

    Takoyaki  Bento w/ Gyudon, pork katsu, squid salad, sweet potato tempura.
    Mike D.

    The LoFi music, atmosphere, style, everything was so relaxed and chill. The service was amazing. The food is so good. Love the build your own bentos and definitely the Best Takoyaki imo. Can't wait to go back and try the Oden!

    Ty B.

    The food was excellent. I got teriyaki steak and sweet and spicy chicken, calamari and fried shumai! I'll have to get steamed shumai next time! The restaurant plays nice low-fi music. The service was top tier (not so annoying that you can't enjoy your food). Can't wait to come back!

    Squid salad, veggies, shumai, curry katsu beef, teriyaki chicken
    Shelly R.

    Wow, we checked out Obento for dinner, which is owned by the the same owners Oishiya Hibachi & Sushi and it blew our socks off. First off, I got the Thai tea and it was the best I have ever had, they make it fresh in house (no powder) and it's to die for. We shared gyoza for an app, and I got a 2 meat 2 side bento box with terayaki chicken, curry katsu pork, shumai, and squid salad, and it came with rice, miso soup, and a ginger salad. Phenomenal, everything was delish. The vibe was so cozy and they have lo-fi music for ambiance. They deserve all the business. Ignore the Yamato sign, it's coming down soon.

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    Rachel M.

    This is my second time eating Obento. I tried their scallops, super-fruit tea, and teriyaki shrimp & chicken bento box this time. Delicious food and friendly service. Will definitely be back to try some more items on their menu!

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    Fantastic food! Fantastic service! The serving sizes are plentiful! Definitely will be our new go to spot.

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