I like Mr. Tokyo because their sides are better than most AYCE sushi spots. For the sushi, the…read morerolls and nigiri are AYCE and they also offer a la carte options. My personal favorites are the salmon and yellowtail nigiri. The service is consistently good but I've always had to wait for a table, typically around 45 minutes and they don't take reservations. The restaurant is a decent size, but since its AYCE waits can be longer. Overall, it's a great option if you're really hungry and craving Asian food.

What I recommend: The all-you-can-eat sushi…read more When it comes to all-you-can-eat sushi, you usually get one of three experiences: great, good, or food poisoning. Luckily, Mr. Tokyo is solidly in the great category. The sushi is fresh, the price is reasonable, and the quality is consistently good. It's one of the best options in Durham if you're craving a lot of sushi without breaking the bank. This is my girlfriend's favorite spot whenever she finishes a tough exam and wants to celebrate, and I can see why. As someone who's tried plenty of all-you-can-eat sushi places around Durham, Mr. Tokyo definitely ranks at the top of my list.

The owners are from the SFBA. This is as close as I can get to Bay Area ramen; however, it's…read morenowhere as good as Ramen Hajime and Hiro Nori Ramen, both in Santa Clara, CA. The portion sizes are California-style, so just be aware that you will need to get an appetizer or two, along with your entree if you want to feel like you had a really hearty meal.

Quaint Ramen Place. Came here twice. Once I came for…read moretonkatsu ramen and recently for tan tan with my family. Venue: Small Food: ordered spicyTantan ramen (spicy sesame and pork broth), tonkatsu ramen (pork broth) also ordered salmon and tonkatsu (fried battered pork). The ramen was good. I can't say it was the best I've ever had, but fair. I like the tan tan better than tonkatsu- family who tasted the broth all agreed on this. Was pretty disappointed in tonkatsu. Very thin dry, and small portion with basic sauce. Tonkatsu portion was smallest I've ever seen. Taste very mediocre. Service: twice here. Service is generally slow. Polite staffs but slow. It is a very basic ramen place here. Some will love it and some will want something more special. It's up to you to try!

Probably a health hazard with how much the employees all smoke cigarettes and leave them…read moreEVERYWHERE, including their nasty cig water. Was going to eat here but after seeing all that I wouldn't eat here for that reason. They should learn to not litter and clean up after themselves and turn their gas off properly.

Hidden gem for sure!!!! if you want poke bowls this is the place for you. They have so many options…read moreto customize your bowl including bases, topping, sauces, garnishes, etc. The staff is super kind and friendly and happy to answer any questions about parts of their menu. The food also comes out SUPER fast. They have plenty of seating if you want to dine in, but I definitely recommend this as a great pick up/to-go option. I would say it's pretty averagely price for this kind of food. You get a good amount of protein (you can chose 2 or 3 scoops) which I love. I am ngl this place doesn't look too enticing from the outside but trust me and give it a try!!!

We visited this evening around 8:00 PM and were the only customers. While the restaurant was clean…read morewith pleasant background music, the overall experience was poor, especially given the prices. The Food We ordered the Shrimp Katsu ($16) with rice and the Beef Teriyaki ($18), since they were out of the Salmon Teriyaki. A major red flag was hearing a series of loud microwave beeps immediately after placing our order. The food came out after 10-15 minutes. The Positive: Both of our meals came with excellent rice that was fluffy and fragrant, and a small side salad with a standard ginger dressing. The Disappointment: My Shrimp Katsu was highly disappointing. It tasted nothing like shrimp and resembled processed meat, similar to imitation crab, but shaped like mozzarella sticks drizzled with sweet mayo. The texture and flavor were clearly not fresh shrimp. My wife's Beef Teriyaki was also underwhelming. The beef was chewy and served over soggy lettuce, with a very basic, overly sweet teriyaki glaze. The Service The lone waitress was polite but demonstrated poor customer service skills. The most jarring part of the meal was when she began to hover near our table while we were eating, making us feel rushed. At 8:20 PM, she told us they were closing at 8:30 PM, pressuring us to finish quickly. Their Google listing clearly states a 9:00 PM closing time. As someone who tries to support local Asian cuisine, I was genuinely disappointed by both the low quality of the food and the pushy, rushed service. We will not be returning. Too expensive for low quality food.

Very good sushi. Owners are also nice and welcoming. The restaurant is clean and spacious though we…read moregot takeout. Would definitely order from them again. Highly recommend the crawfish roll, the New Orleans roll and their spider roll. But you really can't go wrong.

To start, the food is transcendent. Everything I ate her was absolutely divine. Insanely authentic,…read morefresh, and with high attention to detail. The two person serving left myself and my mother pleasantly full, without feeling overfull. Not a single thing went wrong, down to the fresh wasabi. Next, the service was great, and they did not bother you more than was necessary, yet at the same time we were never left alone when service was needed. Ambiance was classy and upscale, and though it was small, it never felt crowded.

The best sashimi/nigiri experience I've had in the triangle area! I originally came because I was…read morecurious about the restaurant's "no tipping" model, but ended up discovering a real gem. The four of us tried multiple sets, and the portions were incredibly generous. For example, the signature set was honestly too much food for one person. Considering both the quality and quantity, the pricing felt like an absolute steal. Not only was the fish excellent, but the shellfish was outstanding as well -- the clam & scallop were both some of my favorite bites of the meal. Everything tasted extremely fresh. They also had a great sake selection. Dessert options were limited (it seemed like they usually offer just one item). Service was incredibly efficient. At times, the pace made me feel slightly rushed, but the staff were always friendly and attentive throughout. The restaurant itself is small, welcoming, and stayed busy throughout the night. I really loved the casual, low-key atmosphere paired with truly top-notch food. Already looking forward to coming back many more times!

1st time trying Kobe out. Service was good and good came out quick. It's located in a small strip…read moremall but they're making good food. My daughter, son and I all enjoyed the food. Overall the price and quality of the food was great. We'll be back!

This was my first visit to Kobe Japanese Grill. I read many very good reviews about it…read more You order at a counter, fix your own drinks, and eat on styrofoam plates and use plastic silverware. I have no problem with any of that. Staff was friendly. Restaurant was clean but outdated. Food was plentiful! I ordered hibachi steak and scallops. Scallops were tasty even though they were on the small side. When ordering, I asked about the size of the scallops, and thought they'd be bigger by what I was told. Overall, I would rate my meal average.

A wonderful not-fancy place. The food and service are exemplary. We especially like the various…read moresaag and mango shrimp curry.

the best indian taste food in chapel hill so far!!! my husband and i have been hooked up with this…read morerestaurant. love it! and the price is decent!! the owner who served in the restaurant is so sweet and gently.

Mrs. Helen was our server tonight. She is also the restaurant owner and was an amazing host. The…read moreentire restaurant was very friendly and the food was so absurdly good. 10 out of 10 would recommend. The lighting was great in there and the posters were cool.

First off this unassuming ramen spot on 9th Street, is actually a great place to get a nice warm…read morebowl of ramen and get it quickly! If you have a short lunch break, this will be a great spot to warm up and get out and back to work on time. The service was good and the people were very friendly and attentive. I highly recommend it.

If I could give 0 starts to this place I would. On Monday 30th night, I went to have sushi there…read moreand the next morning I had food poisoning. I've been eating sushi for years and never had this issue. Definitely will NOT recommend. Definitely there's a sanitation issue.

My roommate and I swung by Kurama to get the lunch special- two sushi rolls, a soup, and salad with…read moredressing of choice. The soup and salad were both fresh and served as great starters. The star of the lunch was definitely the sushi though. I got the salmon roll and the eel roll. We also got the salmon skin a la carte to go! The fish felt fresh and the rice to fish ratio was great. Since we were in a rush, I appreciated that our waitress was accommodating. I found the service to be excellent. I will be back!

I had been meaning to visit this place for a years now so when some good friends came into town, I…read moretook that opportunity to take them here to Iza Whiskey & Eats. For some reason I didn't expect the restaurant to have a layout like it did (it was a bit small) but nevertheless, I was glad to get a table and have a good experience, even though we didn't have a reservation. Parking was easy also, as there is a nearby parking garage just a few steps over, that was close and plentiful. That accessibility easily takes away a bit of anxiety, because many times when a restaurant is in Chapel Hill, you worry if you'll ever find a spot on Franklin, especially on the weekends. Fortunately, that is not a problem here. I ordered Hamachi and sushi rolls, while my guests had a rice dish, ramen and sushi - all of which was delicious. The server was very attentive and kind - we had such a great experience and will be back!

Visiting the area and found this on Yelp... I was not disappointed. We came late but everyone was…read morestill so attentive. The food came out fresh and had lots of flavor. My friend loved the shrimp chill noddles and I loved the poke bowl. Really cute place, had a Japanese flare. I would recommend this place.