I've been wanting to try Tempura Takeover for years. Last night the stars aligned and we made it to…read morethe pop up at Hair of the Dog. I had high expectations. Tempura Takeover did not disappoint. We ordered outside at the food truck and they brought the food into the bar. I got the sloppy lobster burger. Hubby got two bulgogi tacos and a side of fries. There were no prices on the menu, but the total without tip was $48. My lobster burger was divine--chunks of tempura lobster, perfectly, cooked. I'm not going to guess what was in either sauce but they were both excellent and made the dish. Fries were solid. Downsides, it was about a 30 minute wait, which was clearly communicated. We got there about 5 minutes after open and there was a small line. There's probably strategy to make it go faster--get there at open or 30 to 45 minutes after. Food seemed to come out fast after the initial rush. Also, i would have liked ketchup as an option for the fries.

That shrimp taco is fantastic!!…read more Tempura Takeover is now a food truck. They post their locations on https://tempuratakeover.com/ I'm not a big fan of a lot of sushi or fusion sauces so was asking about the Takeover sauce. Ahdana, the owner, clearly took pride in the sauce and offered me a sample. I was gearing up to politely say it's not for me but I actually loved it! I would buy a bottle to have at home if I could. (hint: need this in stores!) I got the shrimp taco and the bulgogi taco. The shrimp taco was my favorite! The shrimp was cooked perfectly, and there was plenty of it. The tempura had a great crunch and the sauce was just the right amount of spicy. It's definitely on my top tacos list and I'll be popping by whenever I can. I'm already craving it again!

Holy holy holy moly this was the BEST poke bowl I have ever had, ever and I don't say that lightly…read more Also not sponsored but I wish it was. Fresh fish, big cuts of salmon, amazing topping choices, perfect amount of sauce. It's the first time I've finished a poke bowl and could've gone for more. So I will say I wish their bowls were just *slightly* bigger! I got the BYOB 3 protein, my bf got the poke deluxe bowl, and we both downed every bite of it. 10/10. Would come here again.

This place is definitely the best poke bowl place in Chandler/Tempe. They have a good variety of…read moreoptions. They also have a poke burrito. The house spicy sauce is excellent and their jalapeños are the spiciest and best. The owners are super friendly and treat everyone the best ! Strongly recommend, we come every week.

The food was amazing. I got the two meat plate for about $24 . I got brisket and pulled pork ,…read morepotato salad and coleslaw. Banana pudding as desert. The service was really good the workers were very welcoming and nice. The overall vibe and ambiance is chill. They have indoor and outdoor seating. Inside has a/c if you want to stay super cool. Outside seating has benches and most of water spraying to stay cool as well. I would definitely return In The future. I found this place on google and I'm glad I did.

I've had this brand at another location, so when I saw there was one near my hotel I knew it was a…read morego to! Haven't have the brisket, and opted for the jalapeño cheddar sausage, cheese grits, and the potato salad. Brisket was all that greens are made of, the sausage was as expected. Grits were loaded with flavor, and the potato salad was average. Sauces were available, but none were necessary! Only downside was lack of local beers... opted for a Coke but cold beer would out this over the top! Ambiance is picnic holler, service was at the counter but helpful, and prices are in line with expectation...

Oh my God. Jeff, I am so sorry. I just realized tonight that I had never reviewed your truck…read more Island Loco used to be a 'regular' on Wednesdays at my old office downtown. I lived in Hawaii and know good Polynesian cuisine but Jeff and the Island Loco crew bring the islands here...for real. Some tips: The fusion tacos are awesome -- the corn and black bean salsa is to die for. The kalua pork is great, but my favorite was a simple teriyaki chicken bowl with a side of mac salad. But if you really want the money dish, be sure to get whatever entree you like with a side salad and the extraordinary sesame dressing Jeff makes. Wow. So much umami! I'm a customer for life if he ever bottles and sells that dressing. Hey, Jeff...get going on that and you'll be rolling in cash!

We hired the Island Loco food truck for a work event yesterday, and I couldn't have more positive…read morethings to say! The food was amazing and all of our guests loved it (some even got an extra meal boxed to go!), the staff was incredibly kind and professional, they were very communicative from start to finish, and lastly the pricing is amazing for the amount and quality of food you receive. I will definitely be keeping them in mind for future events, and would absolutely recommend them to anyone.

Large half & half (brown rice, spring mix) 3 protein:…read moreSalmon, Crab Mix, Scallop Toppings: Edamame, Masago, Cucumber, Seaweed salad, Ginger, Fried Onion, Furikake Ajusshi was so welcoming and super friendly with the service. I highly recommend going here, he offered me miso soup on the house as well. He made the vibe in the store very welcoming overall. Give this place a try! The protein choices look amazing and tastes great!

This is one of the best poke places in Arizona!…read more For poke in Arizona, this is as good as it gets! Inside is nothing fancy, and it's primarily quick in and out or take out. They offer all the standard stuff and the prices are fairly reasonable. The nice thing is that you have the option of customizing. The workers made no fuss when I came 10 minutes before closing.

OK, these guys know their BBQ! For sure, straight up, great fu*king BBQ! I eat in TX a lot, so I…read moreknow BBQ places. This place has very unique flavors! Pork ribs is sweet and then hits you with the bark smoke. The pulled pork has a way different flavor. Going to guess cumin. The links were amazing. They are so juicy and they have a way of hitting you with the hot afterwards. Star of this show was the brisket. It was so tender and juicy, my kids even noticed. Sides were also amazing. The green chilly corn was great, the fries were fresh and skinny. I did not love the Mac, but all around, great job at a clean place with nice people! Winning combo I guess the real star of the show is the guy, who I assume is the owner. Not only does this guy have the look of a professional BBQ PIT MASTER, he has the meat to back it up. He has been here 8 years and it's not a great location. Hard to find. SO, they must come for the food! GO HERE Amazingly different BBB!

My friend and I stopped here for dinner last night, and I'm so glad we did…read more It's a cozy little place with silverware, cloth napkins, and glasses for drinks (not disposable stuff). The husband and wife duo running the place were so nice and friendly! The service alone would bring me back. The Mac n Cheese was excellent, cheesy and flavourful, and love the spiral noodles! The sweet potato fries were excellent, and the corn bread was pretty good. The pulled chicken was excellent! Flavourful and juicy. The brisket was the best I've ever had. It was smoky and juicy and so tender you cut it easily with a fork. The ribs were as good as the brisket. Smokey, juicy, fall clean off the bone. The had a real nice bark, but the meat was sooo tender. The meat all stands up on its own, but add some of their sauces and it's magic in your mouth. The Honey BBQ is top notch. The Carolina BBQ is excellent. The Teriyaki BBQ is delicious as well. Can't wait to try more menu items & sauces!

I ordered the **spicy garlic chicken plate** and **Spam musubi**, and wow--everything was *so*…read moregood. The chicken was perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and had just the right amount of heat with that delicious garlic kick. The Spam musubi was fresh, savory, and exactly how it should be--simple but absolutely satisfying. You can really taste the authenticity in the food. The owners are genuinely kind, welcoming, and friendly, which makes the whole experience even better. It feels like a place that truly cares about their food and their customers and Ambiance! I'll definitely be back. Highly recommend!

NEW NAME: Pacific Rim and Bistro FOOD: Delicious and plenty…read moreof it for the price. SERVICE: Service was good and staff were pleasant & friendly!! AMBIANCE: It's a small quiet restaurant. Order at the counter and they bring the food out. This was our first visit and we'll be back!!

As of 3/1/2025 this location is permanently closed. Notice on window says landlord took over the…read morelease and confiscated equipment on 2-17-2025. The inside was pretty bare and nothing new has leased the space.

We wanted a snow cone but our favorite snow cone place closed down. So we went here and I'm a bit…read moredisappointed. These cups were 8oz cups but for three of them SINGLE flavor WITHOUT anything extra it was 20$ the outdated prices on the board need to be updated because they were more then advertised. Not to mention it's extra for more than one syrup/flavor. Points cause they were open and the business looked clean but overpriced and the kids didn't like the flavor selection. So still on the search for a different snow cone place in actual cups not ice cream bowls

Food was incredible, will be our new spot for Hawaiian food. Convenient to get to, portion sizes…read moreare shareable.

Parking: Easy, open, and free…read more I should note that I'm from California, so my palate may differ. Portions were generous, but the chicken katsu was unseasoned. Someone in the back simply deep-fried it and called it a day. The katsu sauce tasted more like a mix of BBQ sauce and ketchup, lacking the umami depth and subtle sweetness I usually expect. The mac salad was decent, though I prefer Ono's version by a wide margin. Service was quick and efficient, done Chipotle-style where they assemble your bowl in front of you. The ambiance was relaxed and fast-casual. Overall, it wasn't a bad experience, but it's not a place I'd return to.

One of the best Hawaiian spots in the East Valley. I ordered the BBQ and Katsu special which came…read morewith Mac salad and rice. You have the option of adding more or less veggies, rice or Mac salad. Ordering was very easy as you get the option of ordering in person or at the kiosk. I'd say I waited about 5-10 min for two orders. The chicken katsu had the perfect crispness, not dry at all. The BBQ was my favorite, can't go wrong. They are generous with the amount per plate, which definitely worth the price. If you're craving Hawaiian bbq, stop by this spot you won't be disappointed.

Was in a Hawaiian BBQ mood and wanted to try a new spot. Found this on Yelp and we decided to give…read moreit a shot. Loved the outside seating at night with the lights! There's plenty of seating inside as well. The place was clean and the staff were great! You order at the counter and take a seat...they bring your food to your table when ready. I went with the Fire Chicken and loved it! Perfect char on the chicken and the fire sauce had amazing flavor. Their Mac Salad is great as well. The portions are HUGE....I was stuffed! On a scale of 1 to 10, I don't crave Hawaiian BBQ often, but next time I do, this place will be one of the first I consider.