I came to this establishment previously when it was run as Ramen by Hajime. It has since changed…read moreownership and name to Kino Tori Ramen Bar. One thing I, will say, is the food is much improved, robust flavors and inviting ambience. Today I had to wait quite a bit as I arrived with the lunch hour, rush crowd. Nonetheless my squid legs and Miso Ramen hit the spot. Delicious and delightful. I'm a happy customer.

Everything is great about this place, the ambience, the chef and owner, the food... I'll be coming…read moreback. Super nice guy, excellent service. One of the best ramen I've ever had. Bonus points because he was very nice to our kids. 12/10

We usually visit the same ramen shop every time we're in the Atlanta area but this time we wanted…read moreto explore more since we knew there were so many other options. We decided to try Slurpin' Ramen Bar first. I had read that they originally started in California so I had a good feeling about it and I'm so glad we went! Their tonkotsu broth was probably the best I've had in the US. It was rich and full of flavor without feeling overly heavy. It was so good that we didn't want to leave any behind so we actually took the leftover broth with us for the 5-hour drive home (thankfully we had a cooler bag!). I immediately had to tell my son who's currently living in LA for college so he can visit one there too. This place is definitely going on our must-visit restaurant list from now on.

I usually go to Jinya, but decided to switch it up and go to Slurpin' Ramen.... It was a great…read moredecision! First, when you walk into the restaurant, it is very cute, has a bar for solo diners and booths incase you are in a group. The location is very cozy and the employees were great! Our server was very patient and had no problem explaining, re-explaining, and confirming with the chef if he wasn't 100% on an answer. I got a tofu rice bowl, which I typically don't get and it was delicious! I asked if the salad could be put on the side rather than in the bowl and was given a full side salad that I wound up mixing into my rice lol. I also added broccoli to the bowl, which I probably wouldn't do again because it was pretty bland, but overall the bowl was good. Now the vegan dumplings... were FANTASTIC! We shared the dumplings and everyone agreed that they were easily the best thing that we had eaten the whole day. The green color threw me off at first, but the crispiness and texture of the dumpling was amazing. I would love to go back and try the ramen to see how it measures up, but again, great experience. Also, when you are paying the check, they bring you a small bucket full of dum dum lollipops, which I thought was a great touch. Me and my adult guests all left like happy children, which is exactly how eating out should make you feel.

Service was good, but we did wait a while for our food…read more They gave us miso soup, and I don't like miso soup. Except here. This place is the ONLY place that I like the miso soup. The food was spectacular Maybe not my first choice for ramen, but definitely up there

My boys and I love ramen.. so we tried this location to see how it compared to our normal fave…read more The place is big but has a very barn type feel to it. Just not a fancy place if that is what you're looking for. We don't care as long as the food is good. There lots lots of selections, the service was fine, the place felt like it needed to be cleaned... or just get new stuff... but the food was good. Maybe not as good as our fave spot but we liked it. Ramen needs to be flavorful.. it is basically noodles and broth so the additions count, the flavor is a must, and the cook on the noodle has to be just right. They deliver... it was good.

i was hear with my mom the hostist was so kind he'd give us a refill when we didn't ask and not…read moreonly that but the food is so tasty

I came for ramen. I left questioning every instant ramen decision I've ever made…read more The broth tasted like someone actually cared about making it instead of just adding hot water and hope. The noodles had the perfect texture, the pork was incredibly tender, and every bite somehow got better than the last. I finally understand why people get obsessed with ramen. The atmosphere was just as good as the food. Modern, energetic, and somehow cozy all at the same time. The staff was friendly, the service was quick, and everything felt like a restaurant that genuinely takes pride in what they do. JINYA Ramen Bar - Alpharetta My only complaint is that you've ruined cheap ramen for me forever. Thanks to you, my pantry noodles are now sitting in the cabinet wondering what they did wrong. We'll absolutely be back. Next time I'm bringing friends so they can witness my ramen conversion firsthand.

When I pulled up to this spot, I wasn't really expecting much and for sure when I pulled up, I…read moredefinitely judged this book by it's cover. Tucked in a small plaza sandwiched between a orthodontists office and a salon is this little tiny joint off Webb Bridge road off Kimball Bridge in Alpharetta. So when you walk into the place, it's got the vibe of a night market where you're sitting in the street of Hong Kong or Beijing eating local fare. The decor reflects that the art of the place gives it that night market feeling. There isn't much in terms of service as it's a small operation but that's all you really need is a front of house greeter/host and someone to deliver the food and someone to cook it and Haochi has it! Now let's talk food... I had gotten their char sui pork bao (they named it chashu like the Japanese pork used in Tonkatsu ramen), Taiwanese fried chicken, and the HongKong wonton noodle soup... and let me tell you! It's all great! The Taiwanese fried chicken is crispy yet the chicken is so juicy and flavorful. Seasoned beautifully with a hint of that Chinese 5 spice in the batter recipe and served popcorn style with a sweet and sour dipping sauce makes for a very good starter The bao bun is light. Not much of a fan of the char sui pork as it was cut bologne thin yet held almost no flavor and the cucumber used was a bit off putting so wasn't a fan of the bao, at least not the chashu version. The HongKong wonton Noodle soup is amazing!!! The broth was savory, rich, yet seeing that the base of the broth is wonton soup broth, it was also light and super clean and deeply flavorful. Maybe it's the MSG but that's an Asian staple seasoning. They did give large chunks of roast pork and about 4 shumai dumplings in the broth. The noodles were thin and cooked to perfection. What set this right even more so was the addition of chili oil. Bummed they didn't have Chinese black vinegar but I think that's just me being snobby. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experience at Haochi and it's definitely fusion but not in the way that it satisfies the western taste as there is still a prominent nod to the Chinese and South East Asian flavors. Worth hitting up for a lunch spot or a hang with friends.

Had seen this place on social media and was really intrigued by the decor in this spot. It was very…read morecute from what I saw on social media so I was ready to check it out for myself. The server was a little rude when we entered and didn't talk much she just made hand gestures and basically slammed some menus in front of us. We ordered quite a bunch. Bao buns, teriyaki bowls, sushi and a Thai tea. Everything came out at different times and everything was pretty delicious. Overall the food was very good but service definitely could have been better. I'd come back again but it would mostly be if I couldn't anything else in the area.

We love this place! The food is always cooked well and the staff is all very friendly. We typically…read morego for the Chicken Katsu meal and love it everytime. The restaurant has a great atmosphere and is very clean. It's not super close to us and takes about 30 minutes to get there, but the drive is always well worth it!

Aji Katsu in Suwanee, GA Japanese Tonkatsu & Ramen Spot…read more I am just not a big fan of the sweet flavor in Japanese cuisine. Aji Katsu does have some similar flavors in Japan. Shrimp Curry Udon - Classic Japanese curry: slightly sweet, super rich, and bold. Sauce coats every udon perfectly. Shrimp tempura a bit over-fried, slightly chewy, but tonkatsu-style breadcrumbs gave it a nice crunch. 8.5/10 Yakisoba - Generous portion for the price! Sauce has that tangy, fruity flavor I remember from Tokyo. Beef lightly seasoned. Personally, tangy noodles aren't my favorite, but Tokyo street-style lovers will enjoy. 8/10 Hibachi (Hambāgu) - Grilled Japanese hamburger steak, fried rice, sautéed veggies. Meat tender, veggies had a hint of truffle seasoning. Sweet teriyaki glaze not my favorite. 7/10 Bingsu - Red beans + condensed milk. Small size perfect for 2. Sweet, creamy, refreshing. 9/10

My husband and I came to this new location after having it in their Suwannee location and I…read morehonestly can say, I was so disappointed. When I first had their ramen that's all I could think about when we visited Atl. After moving in the area and having this on a random Tuesday night idk what it was but I got their spicy kimchi ramen and my husband got their tonkotsu ramen and it lacked flavor. I asked for spicy Sichuan pepper sauce on side and all it was doing with a tiny bit in my ramen was making my tongue tingle the whole time. It kind of ruined my appetite. I had this better and not sure why that happened. I was charged extra without being informed of this and I gave her the whole sauce back after telling the server about this. I just like being informed of what I will be charged extra for, that's all. Anyways, overall did not appreciate this location at all.

Ahh the honey comb place, it been on my list forever and I finally got to go. The place was quite…read moreempty on a Sunday evening, and we received the food fairly quickly. The place is beautifully structured and I love the concept. The menu is quite intriguing, they have interesting menu items. We ordered Classic Japanese Omurice, Crispy Chicken Rice Burger with Purple Sweet Potato Fries, and Yinyang Bowl. My Crispy Chicken Rice Burger was quite hard to eat without it falling apart and eating it layer by layer. The Thai Iced Tea was pretty good and so was a Purple Sweet Potato Fries. The Omurice was also good but lacking great as well as the Yinyang bowl. Overall my expectations were not met but glad I got to check out this popular franchise.

Me and my friends were met with hospitality and kindness! The food was absolutely delicious. I…read morerecommend getting the Galbi and The Bulgogi pancake. I recommend this place if anyone is in the Alpharetta area.

Solid Korean spot with homey, feel good options. I had the seafood kalguksu, which was comfort food…read morethat I needed after a long flight to ATL. The broth was deep in flavor, piping hot, and the noodles cooked perfectly with a good bite. The banchan - loved the variety and flavors - spicy, sweet, savory. My personal favorites were the broccoli, kimchi, and potatoes. Service was great, attentive without being overbearing. Beautiful interiors in this charming part of Alpharetta.

Craving sushi? This is the spot…read more We ordered a couple of rolls. Ratio and quality of rice and fish is good. The shrimp and vegetable tempura is good. Everything was delicious! Can't wait to try the other things they have next time!

Dinner with friends, we all had a great meal very tasty- very fresh. Service was great friendly and…read moreattentive!!

From Tokyo to Atlanta , an underrated authentic izakaya next to the new Daiso has appeared and will…read morebe in your weekly rotation, as it is in mine. Japanese owned and operated authentic must try experience outside of Atlanta. Everyone comes here for their homemade desserts and izakaya bites, but I come here for the real hidden gem, their sushi omakase. Favorites: 1 おまかせ Omakase - Specifically nigiri style omakase. Just let the sushi chef know how many pieces, amount you would like to spend, and types of seafood you like and dislike. Just like a real omakase in Japan. 2 天ぷら Tempura - Any of their tempura items bring me back to some of my favorite spots in Japan. The batter is light, fluffy, and perfectly salted. 3 Desserts ! - Yes!!! This spot is famous for their handmade desserts, like their coffee jelly parfait as well as their rich matcha creme brulee. This is real matcha, not that weak stuff. Will be back to try more of their izakaya snack items like takoyaki and okonomiyaki. Daiso Atlantaの真横にある日本人経営のお店。

The food was SO FRESH. You could taste just how fresh it was. However, it was missing a little…read moresomething. Not sure what it was but the service was amazing. It was cozy and quiet with dim lighting at each table. It was just what we needed after a long day of parenting lol. The sake was good! We also ordered a bottle of Pinot Grigio which was decent. The owner was so cool as well. Overall, I would come back and try more sushi options.