This is a perfect spot to celebrate your birthday or any occasion. I loved the decor of the…read morerestaurant and the little bridge you walk on when coming inside. They also have a little pond with fishes under the bridge. Me and my friends sat in a area where they cooked your food in front of you which not only are you getting good food, but a awesome show from the chef. I'd order the hibachi combination which I choose chicken and beef. It also came with fried rice, stir fry noodles and stir fry vegetables. Both protein was well seasoned, tasty and I'd definitely enjoyed my side items. Our waiter Sam was so engaging with us during time here. The restaurant definitely has awesome customer service.

We came here for a graduation celebration. Reservations for 8pm were made. Once the party was there…read morewe were seated promptly. Our waiter was very personable and up beat for a rainy Thursday night. There were 20 in our party and of course we had to sit in 2 different grills, but were in the same area. Our cook was amazing. He was very engaging. I did not order from the hibachi. I ordered the Trussville roll and gyoza. Both were good. Now lets talk about the hibachi. Several people in the party was very disappointed in the taste of their food. There was a total lack of seasoning. Matter of fact there was no season at all. Needless to say the manager was called and several meals were removed off of the bill. The graduate in our party asked the cook if he could put some kind of seasoning on the food and he said no. No salt pepper etc.... I do understand that some people have dietary restrictions but there was no one in our party like this. They even when so far as to ask for some garlic butter for the steak. I did taste a piece of the steak and it tasted like nothing. If you're looking for hibachi, let this be the last if not on your list.

Perfect lunch spot. Weather was great so we sat outside under the shade. Waitress was newer and…read moredidn't really know the menu but luckily we've been here before. The rolls were pretty good, but similar in taste other than the crispy rice was friend and the other roll was not. Was hoping for a little variety there. Ramen bowl was good! Chicken was crispy and great flavor. Broth could have used a touch more seasoning. Food didn't come out together. Maybe like 5-10 minutes from my ramen bowl to the rolls coming out which was a bummer because I couldn't eat with my husband. Still great location and watching the big screen. The cold sake was also very tasty!

I LOVE Umami bhm so I was thrilled to see them expand to Trusville, but the experience was truly a…read morelet down. I was shocked the disparity in food quality. The pinche pasta was half a bowl full, little pork, and WAY too salty. I couldn't even eat two bites before I had to send it back. It was inedible. Thankfully the server was nice and took it off my bill. The crispy chicken was merely okay. Also, a bit alarming is the major waste. I understand the restaurant ia located in the entertainment district, but all of the dishes are served in single use containers--even if you're dining in as I was. I was aghast.

Food was delicious! My daughter and I decided to try this new place out. Right now the seating area…read moreis pretty small, but it looks like they are in the process of expanding to the empty space right next door. It was very clean on the inside. There are so many dishes I want to try. We settled on a few things: Basil Wraps, Spring Rolls, Pad Thai, Satay Chicken, the Philly Roll, and the Salmon Avocado Roll. We got the coconut cake to go. Everything was hot, fresh and delicious!! Portions were decent. We will definitely be going back! I highly recommend!

New spot located in a strip mall, ample seating inside. The staff was very attentive and kind…read more We loved the masaman curry and the Panang curry. The ramen was also good. We tried the cinnamon bread pudding which was a great way to end our meal. We are so excited about this new Thai place in Pell city, and we will be back!

Back again for the second time and I made two new friends come with me. This place has delicious…read morefood and great prices. We did wait a little longer than I cared for but on a busy Friday night it's understandable. I will be back again for sure.

I came in on a solo lunch date excited to try this place since it was recommended & very close to…read moremy job parking is great & they weren't busy considering it was lunch time upon arrival the host which was also the server asked if I had a pick up order I said no he asked if I had a to go order I said no I want to dine in he seemed shocked or maybe a bit bothered that I was dining in so I asked can I? (With a chuckle) & he said yes & seated me no eye contact! there were two other tables with ppl already dining & I made the third table two other tables came in but he managed to take one tables order that arrived after me before mine which was fine Im by myself but didn't make a fuss however when he finally got to me he seemed rushed & annoyed by my questions I ordered the hibachi salmon which was subpar & greasy the only napkin I had was the one that came with my silverware and I asked for extra he gave me ONE napkin??? that was the last I saw him he never came back to my table for refills or anything else I did not feel welcome in that establishment he was dry & He was very rude ! Once I read other reviews I knew what I felt wasn't just my imagination & I won't be back!!

We went to lunch today to Nori and it was great. All the food we had was very tasty. My sons 9 and…read more11 loved their shrimp and the potstickers. My wife had chicken and scallops also very good and I had steak and lobster which was excellent. The service was great and the ambience is very nice. I think we were in and out in about an hour. Our cook was funny and talented in his skills. My kids even had a Rama made Strawberry Boba Tea and loved them. We will be back!

Unfortunately this was not one of my favorite hibachi experiences and I do plan on revisiting to…read moresee if my next experience would be different. I'm wondering if it was my fault for not ordering hibachi from the demonstration grill, but I was thinking since the restaurant was empty I was going it a service ordering from a table, but my soup and salad came out after my hibachi meal. I think the waiter forgot about it because I had to so if it was still coming. When it did come, the soup looked like mostly water (see photos) and the salad was over drenched in dressing. I've never seen that much dressing in a salad my entire life. The meat wasn't hot but the fried rice really saved the day. It was salty, but I prefer mine that way. I like the location of this place so I'm hoping that next visit will be different.

Our first time here but certainly not our last. We drove 45 minutes and don't regret it a bit!!…read more Staff were super friendly. Food was spectacular! Ambience is nice. Highly recommend the hibachi dinner experience. Our chef kept is laughing and everything was cooked to perfection!

Dinner here this week. Food was delicious and the service was top notch! I will look forward to…read moreeating here again!

11/10, one of Birmingham's best. They have the best Escolar in the city. They may not have Uni or…read moreToro often, but when they do it is fresh and delicious. You can always call in to ask, they are very polite and professional. The woman owner is kind and attentive when we've seen her. She is passionate about her restaurant, and it translates into high quality meals. I love the sashimi platter with an order of fried shrimp heads with sweet raw tails! My wife loves the unique rolls! Best food after a hike at Red Mountain, best food in Birmingham! Don't forget an Asahi to wash it down.

Okinawa is a family favorite for us, because there is something to please everyone, even picky…read moretoddlers. Hibachi-style dinners are served from the kitchen rather than cooked in front of you, for a more peaceful dining experience. Standard offerings include steak, chicken, salmon, shrimp, scallops, and lobster entrees or combinations thereof, served with fried rice, vegetables, and either soup or salad. The fried rice has a good flavor that doesn't require the addition of yum-yum sauce. The sashimi is pretty good. The sushi rolls are decent too. I've also enjoyed the tempura and the katsu here. The service is usually quick and always courteous. The outdoor seating option is nice when it's not too hot, and not something commonly found at Asian restaurants around here.

Went here for my twenty first bday, the food was pretty good and the staff were helpful!read more

The staff are so welcoming and friendly, they even gave recommendations to certain foods. The food…read morewas absolutely phenomenal and fresh. The ramen, takoyaki, crab salad, margarita, beef bulgolgi, and the sushi was really good. The music and lighting, the atmosphere!! It was awesome and I definitely recommend coming here. The pricing wasn't bad either, I loved everything we got and if I lived here I'd come here more often. THIS IS A GREAT PLACE!!!

Excellent sushi, excellent service & and an overall A+…read more The reviews for Samurai Japan were very accurate. When I walked in at 7pm on a Wednesday night, it was a full house. I immediately knew that I was going to be happy with my decision to eat here. I started off with the Shrimp gyozas. Since most gyozas are made with pork, I cannot remember eating shrimp gyozas before, and these were phenomenal. I highly recommend that you give them a try. I was pretty hungry, so I decided to order the Sashimi Deluxe dinner. 21 pieces of sashimi seemed pretty ambitious. If I had known how thick the sushi was going to be, I probably would've gone for a smaller dinner, but I'm glad that I didn't know because it was amazing. As for dessert, I always go with Red Bean ice cream. For those of you who have never tried red bean ice cream - you have GOT to try it. I know what you're thinking...red beans and ice cream do not go together, right? Well, you are absolutely WRONG! I don't know what breed of red beans go into this delicious dessert, but it is amazing and incredibly refreshing. Do yourself a favor and drive directly to Samurai Japan...eat until you're totally full...and then order the red beans ice cream anyway. You'll thank me later!

Stopped by Samurai Sushi in Vestavia for a Sunday lunch after church for Easter, and it was a…read morepretty relaxed experience. The restaurant wasn't crowded at all, which made for a quiet and easygoing meal. The sushi itself was just okay... nothing particularly memorable, but it satisfied the craving. Service was smooth and timely, likely helped by the lighter crowd. Overall, a decent spot if you're looking for a low-key lunch without the wait, but the food didn't quite stand out compared to other sushi spots in the area

This is my favorite, go to, place for sushi in Trussville. Always tastes fresh and the service is…read moreexcellent.

We have been coming to Konomi for years, and try to come a few times a year for the kids to have a…read moredinner and show. They are still young enough to be scared by the flames, but they do enjoy watching the chef cook! We've never tried their sushi, but Hibachi is always good and plentiful. My two kids can split a kids meal and still have leftovers for the next day! Note: when you come in they'll ask if you want to sit at a table or hibachi section!