Cute little informal, Japanese restaurant with excellent food and fish. So fresh you don't need…read moreanything on it..

I walked in looking to see if they had a lunch special. They do not, unfortunately. But they do…read morehave a 2 or 3 roll special. I went with that. I got a vegetarian roll and an AAC roll (avacodo, asparagus and cucumber). The vegetarian one was supposed to have a raddish in it but I didn't see or taste a difference. I also saw the Boba tea flyer and decided to get that too. I got the Taro one per the recommendation of the staff. I was glad I tried it since it was nice sweet and refreshing. They play some chill jazz music and serve your sushi on a cool wooden platform. They also threw in a small miss soup. Wish they had more variety for the vegetarian options and should consider adding a lunch special.

Can't go wrong with ramen & curry. Love how they have both for people who just cant decide between…read morethe two. The ramen broth was so flavorful but the ramen was just ok. Nothing really stood out to me as far as flavor or noodle texture. The curry was almost all just sauce over rice so I would pass on this dish next time. Loved the fried chicken though. Crunchy non the outside and super juicy on the inside. The dipping sauce had a slight kick to it but was manageable. The gyoza was average as well. Overall, a pleasant experience. The inside is spacious and clean. Staff are friendly and service was fast.

Ramen was once nothing more than Japanese street food. The scene in the Garden State has come a…read morelong way, where one doesn't have to go across the Hudson for fantastic ramen. What started as a handful of niche noodle shops is now a full-on culinary movement. All across Jersey, ramen chefs are crafting rich broths, house-made noodles, and inventive toppings that delight the senses. Located on State Street in Hackensack, I frequent this establishment numerous times during the year. Ramen Azuma pours out their soul in preparing perfectly the classic Japanese cuisine. Upon arrival, I was greeted by the staff and got an empty table by the window inside their cozy and inviting vibe. Their menu features a wide selection of ramen, curry, and appetizers. I decided on their newest edition--Wonton Ramen and 3 pieces of Fried Chicken. The savory ramen soup was filled with shrimp wontons. Even though they were very thin wonton wrappers with a smaller amount of filling, they tasted consistent with other shrimp wontons from past restaurants, accompanied by Menma Bamboo, Scallions, and Egg. The Fried Chicken was well seasoned. The food overall remained authentic and incredibly flavorful and on point. The portion was very generous. Friendly service, and the price was reasonable. Make sure one comes on an empty stomach.

My friend selected Yakitori 39 for a Thursday night dinner. We've been to so many places that it…read moreslipped his mind that we had been there before. (I did that recently for a holiday dinner) To his credit it was probably 8-10 years since we had been there. I remembered it favorably and was looking forward to trying it again. Doesn't feel like it's aged particularly well. We were the only diners a bit after 6 on a Thursday. Waitress was pleasant. We started with 5 skewers. Various parts of the chicken, mostly pretty bland. Nothing was bad but nothing was noteworthy. Tried another round of 5 skewers, the one with the plum filling was a bit more enjoyable. In Yakitori 39's defense, we probably did it wrong. It's probably fun with a bunch of sake but I don't drink alcohol. The ingredients seem quality. Probably won't be rushing back.

The place is pretty tiny. Probably not the best for groups. I imagine it could get packed quickly…read more Overall I liked the vibe. Kind of cool seeing the chef tending to the grill. My dining partner and I were seated rather quickly. Our server took our drink orders and came back promptly so we could order our food. The menu is pretty extensive but we ordered an assortment of skewers and a bowl of ramen to share. The skewers came out little by little; about 3 skewers per plate. They didn't come all at once so I assume they bring them out as they finish getting grilled. The chicken heart was some of the best I've ever had. I'm not sure if it's the way it was sliced, the seasoning, or just everything about it but I wish we ordered more. The tail skewer was another standout. It had so much crunch that it was almost like it was fried. The flavors were rich and varied. Each skewer cost upwards of $4 so that's a bummer. Unfortunately the ramen wasn't so great. Not terrible, but not great either. Especially not great for $19. Not my first choice for ramen. Is it the most bang for your buck? Certainly not. But I did enjoy my meal and in the end, that's what matters.

The restaurant is located on an unassuming street with various businesses. We stopped by for lunch…read morebecause we liked the reviews that we read. This place lived up to the hype. We ordered two curry dishes - pork katsu and chicken karaage. They were so good. The breading was crispy but not oily. The protein was thick and juicy. Super moist. The curry was seasoned well. The restaurant was staffed by a hostess/waitress and a single cook. Really small operation with a small retail footprint. It's nice because they have a small parking lot in the back, too. They were really friendly. The food came out reasonably quickly considering that there was only one person preparing food.

Pork cutlet curry done right. Owned by Koreans but they do well in making the pork curry look and…read moretaste like the original in Japan. Service good and the food was also great. A little on the high end in price for Japanese food as but this is the states.

I stopped by for a late lunch take out and I was pleasantly surprised…read more First, the interior while not large is cozy and very inviting, complete with nice Japanese wall art, and even a stove heater in one section with many Japanese ceramics like tea pots on display. I ordered a Chicken teriyaki lunch box (bento) - (Entree, $14.50, 4/5) - I was happy with the heft of the bag and upon opening it, food was hot and fresh. California rolls were good and 2 pieces of shumai were crispy and nicely seasoned. Rice was the right portion and chicken was fresh-tasting with good quantity of teriyaki veggies. Some pieces were a bit tough and the seasoning overall did not really permeate, but I didn't mind. I mean, it's lunch special so you can't really expect too much. I was nicely satisfied with this bento - not too much, not too little, and at a great price. I used to do yoga right next door for years and had never gone in, but now I would like to dine in because they had that nice, cozy and authentic Japanese sushi house vibe that was so inviting + of course, good tasting food at reasonable price. I'll be back!

Just went for lunch and had a very nice meal - had a three roll lunch special for about $19 - sushi…read morewas very fresh. service was good. i would definitely come back.

What an awesome find. We were in town for a travel soccer game and looked for something other than…read morea chain restaurant. This place was awesome. The staff was super nice, the food tasted great, the pricing wasn't crazy, and there was a very healthy amount of food in the boxes and lunch specials. When we end up around here again, we will definitely be coming back!

Love Sushi Story for various reasons! I've only ordered takeout but they have a very clean and…read moreintimate small byob setting. The staff is very welcoming and most importantly their sushi is fresh and delicious. Presentation and taste are superb. I have my usual: spicy salmon roll, Philly roll and target roll. But my absolute fave are the Hailey Roll, Ricky Roll, valentine roll, and the scallop Dynamite roll.. trying more on their menu! A must try and highly recommend!

My friends recommended me this spot in the heart of Fort Lee. You may have to find street parking,…read moreand I would recommend a reservation on the weekends. The inside is super cute, and the display of the food is top notch. - Hand-roll set, (5/5): very worth your money! this entire set can definitely fill you up, and each of the hand rolls are so unique in flavor and super filling. I love the banchan as well, and my favorite is the edamame, which I think or flavored with miso butter?? - Pork Cutlet set, (4.5/5): got curry on the side as extra for $5, because it doesn't feel right to have tonkatsu without curry! The cutlet itself was fried very well, and it was not oily at all. it was on the sliiightly drier side, but I recommend getting it with the curry - Yuzu Cheesecake, (3.75/5): can taste the yuzu here, but the texture itself was a bit crumby, and I prefer a creamier texture. the serving size was also a bit small, and we felt that the strawberry didn't really pair well with the cheesecake overall I would come here again to try their other menu items! I heard their dons were pretty good. that's all from me thanks for reading :^)

Great spot in Fort Lee for high quality Japanese food in a nice yet casual setting. I especially…read morelove the lunch Gozen options. I ordered the Unagi Don Gozen ($42)- it came with a whole tray of different delicious items, with the star of the show being a generous amount of unagi (eel) over rice. The eel was cooked very well and the rice was flavorful with a bit of sweetness. There was also a small bowl of udon noodles, some sashimi, a crispy tempura shrimp in a yummy creamy sauce, flavorful edamame, mashed potato with corn, and some pickled veggies - quite the diverse array, all of which was tasty. The restaurant itself has a rather simple yet elegant Japanese wooden design. The prices suggest it's a more high end place, but the vibe is actually rather casual. The staff are very attentive and the service speed is pretty quick. Overall, I would definitely give Moru 4.5 stars if I could. I think it's great for most types of occasions, and the only reasons it's not getting 5 stars is because I do think the prices are a tad higher than I would've hoped and I think they could've done a bit more in terms of designing the place to match the price point. That being said, I still highly recommend Moru, especially for a nice lunch.

THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ DELICIOUSSSSS food and, more specifically, Katsu! ++++ Curry Katsu - Phenomenal and verrrry tasty potato curry, which I used to douse the white rice and katsu. Katsu was fried to perfection and extra crispy. Oh, and don't forget to use that Wang Sauce to dip your katsu as well. ++++ Gyu Don - Slices of beef were super tender and juicy and had plenty of sauce mixed in to flavor the white rice. ++++ Cream Pasta (with Pork Katsu and Shrimp) - Absolutely DELICIOUS. The cream pasta reminded me of a verrrry good Italian creamy pasta. With the katsu and shrimp, it was perfection. It gets a littttle bit pricey with the addition of the protein, but was well worth the extra $$$. + Menu is relatively simple with 9 set entrees, so shouldn't make your head spin. + Food prices are pretty much on par with the other vendors in the food hall. THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - Nada. MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Came by on a February Saturday evening at around 5:50 PM and business was pretty consistent for them. Since it's part of the H Mart Food Hall, seating was easily available right outside of the vendor.

I stopped by a food stand called call Kasume Donkasu to grab something for dinner…read more I ordered a new dish pasta chicken dish with spicy topping. The plate looked very attractive and well presented. It came with fried chicken cut into pieces, ramen noodles, shrimp, and a spicy touch that added a lot of flavor. The dish also comes with a sauce that you can either pour over the plate or use as a dip. I personally preferred dipping the fried chicken instead of pouring the sauce over everything, which kept the chicken crispy. The combination of fried chicken, noodles, shrimp, and the spicy flavor worked really well together. I really enjoyed it, and this has definitely become one of my favorite dish of this food stands inside the H-Mark market. The food court is shared with other food stamp. There's always a table that you could grab because people tend to eat and leave fast. And there is always a staff ready to clean the tables if they're dirty. There is no music, but it gets a little bit loud because of people chatting.

This adorable little sushi spot has all the things I require:…read more 1. Exactly on the way home to Brooklyn from several places I frequent in greater New York and New Jersey. 2. A lifesize DragonBallZ action figure, which everyone knows is a must at any self-respecting Japanese restaurant. (Also, the decor is much more tasteful than you would imagine, given my previous sentence. It's quite nice in here.) 3. Comfortable booths in which to sit. 4. Quick, on point service from the staff. 5. Tasty gyoza. 6. Fresh, delicious sushi whether you're looking for maki, nigiri, specialty rolls that I'm sure don't exist in Japan, or anything else. Truly, this is the dinner stop I've been looking for on Route 17. Everyone in my family enjoyed it. We have yet to try the ramen, but I see it in our future on a winter stop.

In a neighborhood largely dominated by nondescript restaurants and chains, Shokudo punches above…read moreits weight! On a Friday night, the place initially seemed quiet but in a matter of minutes filled up with diners (Don't judge just based on when you happen to go.) Servers are efficient and dishes come quickly, and the sashimi quality impresses! Well-plated, fresh, flavorful. The bubble drinks are nicely prepared as well. Recommended for anyone looking for a quality sushi spot.

I've been a regular customer here for quite some time, and this place never disappoints. This time,…read moreI ordered the Special Combo Deluxe, and both the sushi and sashimi were incredibly fresh and generously thick-cut, which made every bite enjoyable. Since I'm a regular, the owner often surprises me by creating a special roll based on what he thinks I'll enjoy, and it always turns out delicious. The quality of the fish is consistently excellent, and the attention to detail really sets this place apart. Whenever I have friends over or host a party, this is my go-to spot for sushi orders. Everyone always compliments the food and asks where it's from. If you're looking for fresh, high-quality sushi and outstanding service, I highly recommend giving this place a try.

Waited an hour for food to come out but only half the order came. Never got any water to drink,…read moreto-go orders backed up to the point where they actually closed the store early and the online orders completely. Very unorganized. Not even sure why its popular as food was ok but not worth this much issues.