The hype is worth it. I've heard so much about this place and finally decided to try it and I was…read morenot disappointed. There was a huge line outside the restaurant but they gave you menus and took your order in line. Everything was pretty fast and efficient even though they were busy. The inside was bigger than expected, unsure if there's another restaurant connected or just one large area. But we were at bar seats, although it's not a bar just similar seating. They had music going and you can see all the workers vibing, it was good energy to see while eating. The menu isn't large but there is option for cold or hot and spicy. Pick the cold noodles!! They are so good, the soup was good too but the cold noodles are definitely the star of the show. The portion size is great, it was more than I expected and the portion with protein and everything was balanced well. The bowl came with beef, ginger, seaweed and I think tempura. The tempura was a perfect crisp to add into each bite. Unfortunately in the broth it did get pretty soggy.

The hot niku beef udon had such a deep, rich, umami broth that was unforgettable. The spice that…read morecame through was a hint of Szechuan-mala which I really enjoyed. Udon noodles are made in-house and cooked very well, not overcooked and perfect chew. Ordered two bowls and the bill total was $47, quite steep but haven't found a comparable udon restaurant yet! This is their second location and it's quite small and their line forms outside. Definitely planning for a future visit to try their cold udon option!

I haven't been to Izakaya Ittoku since the renovation, and it's great. The interior is great, and…read morethey share a space with Yume Ga Arukara (I also highly recommend). Everything we got was delicious, from the okonomyaki, addicting cabbage, crab croquette and skewers. I will definitely be coming back soon. The lemon sour was ok, a little too lemony and didn't taste like the ones in Japan. Our waitress was great, and very attentive. The entrance is outside the building, off Mass Ave. They also offer a parking discount.

My wife and I always have such wonderful experiences at Ittoku. Chiki is an expert in his craft,…read moreand his dishes are both delicious and aesthetically pleasing. The selection is expansive, but not too expensive, and the servers provide great insight. This is BY FAR the best Japanese establishment in the Greater Boston area.

Still my GO TO sushi place cuz I love their Cambridge Garden roll. Very unique!!! However, the…read moreportions and their prices are becoming more and more ridiculous. $20 for a tiny roll?! $10 for a small thing of shishito peppers?! Outrageous ... especially during these times. I still fully recommend this place for the taste and quality, but the amount you get for the price is pure heartache. Can't comment on the ambiance cuz I always UberEats this, but for the service, it's always very quick and exactly how we order it.

My friend and I came here one weekday evening for dinner and were able to be seated right away…read moredespite not having a reservation and also the overall size of the restaurant being relatively small. We were quite lucky as I noticed more people standing by the wall waiting around as the night went on. Few things make me as happy as seeing a gluten-free sushi menu, so I'm super grateful that this restaurant is able to accommodate my allergy! Our server was very welcoming and patiently went through all the different rolls that could be made gluten-free and brought out tamari sauce without me even needing to request it. My friend had been here several times before and told me that she's really enjoyed Sakana's specialty rolls, especially the ones with truffle oil. I'm not the biggest fan of truffle oil, but I also thought all of their specialty rolls looked really enticing. It was a bit of a bummer that the ones that I wanted to try the most couldn't be made into a gluten-free version... I ended up going with a roll that had tuna on the inside and scallop on the outside, as well as an extra Philadelphia roll. The specialty rolls are about ~$18 or so and the more regular rolls (that come with 6 pieces instead of 8) are about $8. As other people have noted before, the portion sizes were a bit smaller than I expected, especially for the specialty rolls. However, other than that, we had a wonderful dining experience. Our food was brought out super quickly and they continuously checked on us throughout the evening. Overall, I can see why this place gets quite busy around Harvard Square, definitely a solid local option if you're in the mood for sushi!

The love boat ($69) for 2 was EXCELLENT. We both left dinner completely stuffed to the brim, and I…read morewas thrilled with both the value and the quality of the meal. It comes with 2 bowls of miso soup, which were perfect on a cold winter night. The boat also includes a martini glass with seaweed salad, providing a refreshing, upscale palate cleanser when you need a moment's break from the fish. I was very impressed with the thick cuts for the sashimi, and the toppings on the nigiri also gave a tiny twist to the meal - while yuzu and jalapaeño are common pairings with raw fish, for example, the strawberry-on-salmon was a novel combo for me! The rolls also add appeal for any eating partners who enjoy their fish in another form. There isn't a lot of natural light/windows in the main seating area, so the lighting is dim and gives off an intimate ambiance that's perfect for a date night - no complaints about the service!

Fuki is a modern Japanese and sushi restaurant located near the popular Bow Market. The food,…read moreservice, and ambiance here are excellent! It's the perfect spot for a date night or grabbing drinks and dinner with friends. For appetizers, I highly recommend getting the 3 sampler of tuna, salmon, and yellowtail dumpling to try them all. While called dumpling, it's more like a delicious fish rice ball with special sauce. The house special udon with shrimp, scallop, and fish cake was also really good. I thoroughly enjoyed the chicken hibachi! It's good for being hungry because it comes with soup, veggies, rice, and some shrimp. It comes with yum yum sauce which goes well with everything and a sauce for the vegetables. The service was good, we did ask our questions about appetizers and she gave good recommendations. We didn't wait too long for the food. The ambiance here is great! They have Japanese decor on all the walls including paintings of cherry blossom, koi fish, Mt. Fuji, and even flowers on the roof. Overall, the food here is really good and this is a staple restaurant that I'll keep coming back to!

This small Japanese husband-and-wife business, which has been running for 34 years, is closing down…read morethis June due to retirement, so I rushed over for a meal. Pork Cutlet Curry: The restaurant specializes in fried foods, with the pork cutlet being their absolute signature dish. Although the cutlets were on the thinner, leaner side, each one was fried to order, resulting in a crispy exterior and tender, juicy interior, fragrant but not greasy. The breadcrumbs were especially fluffy and light, bursting with flavor on the palate, which was incredibly satisfying. The curry was authentic Japanese curry--rich, mild, and slightly spicy with a distinct fruity aroma, perfectly suited to my taste. Unfortunately, I forgot to ask for a runny egg for the $2 additional egg; otherwise, it would have been even better. And at only $15 a serving, including a salad/miso soup, it's incredibly good value for money, perfect for lunch. Fried Oysters: Also crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, the oysters were fresh and juicy. The lemon juice and salad dressing were refreshing. I felt they were even more delicious than the pork cutlet. The place is located in Lesley University's Main Hall and has only four tables, so you may have to wait.

delicious katsu curry udon. Small shop with 3-4 tables for 2-3 people each. I came saturday around…read more5:50pm and thankfully beat a rush of people. They are generally fast with service but there can be a wait. You may share a table if you are solo-dining, but super fun experience to just chat with a stranger! Very sad to hear they will be closing shop in the coming months. Such an authentic and heartwarming mom & pop establishment.

Fast, friendly service. Delicious curry and other Japanese street food accompanied by yummy miso…read moresoup. Staff here are always kind and accommodating. I like to grab a seat at the counter and fill up with a quick meal before continuing on with my day.

Delicious Japanese food!…read more My husband ordered the Wafu Hamburg Set and I got the pork cutlet curry set. I personally preferred the curry set but the Hamburg set was still nice. Portions are huge and we were both stuffed at the end of the meal. Service is fast but friendly. As we were dining, people would come up and wait to be seated and no one waited more than a few minutes during lunch time on a weekend.

I came here before, when it opened and I liked, but shortly afterwards somehow ramen balance was…read morefalling in maze. Did not show up for many many years, suddenly I came here for Miso Ramen and bowl made my day. I ordered Regular size but I should have Large size, they have S, R, and L. Had to finish all soup. Kitchen work is super smooth in Zen spirit, soup and noodle was just perfect. Chashuu did not hit my new favorite bell but still good. Although I could use more green onion without upgrading order. Temperature of the soup and noodle done balanced well, I could not ask more. Great chef, staffs and very professional casual business mind, I will be coming back soon for Miso Ramen which I always have been asking at most of my Ramen Way All My LifeThanks !

I tried the tsukemenつけ麺, and was a bit disappointed…read more.. Shoyu Tsukemen: The tsukemen noodles were much larger than the ramen noodles; a small portion had 200 grams of noodles, which were quite thick and chewy. The chashu叉焼 was stewed until tender, but the broth was extremely oily and had a strong porky smell, which was nauseating. Karaage: It was a little overcooked, but fresh and hot, so it was still pretty good. The sauce was a bit spicy, which was interesting. Aji-tama: The taste was neither good nor bad, but I found eggshell in it. After I reported this, the staff first asked if I had cut myself, and then readily gave me a refund, which was nice.

My husband and I came to Momi Nonmi for an anniversary dinner and thoroughly enjoyed our…read moreexperience! As we made our way inside the restaurant, Chef Chris took the time to greet us and since we were the first ones there for our time slot, he gave us the option to pick any table we wanted for our omakase experience. He is very personable and took the time to get to know us and talk a bit about his background. The tables were split into separate sections so that you were seated only with your party which I thought was a nice setup, especially for a date night. We decided to do the Grand Slam Omakase with 16 courses with a specially selected sake pairing. Chef Chris took the time to explain each course, with several of the components being made in-house. I was an especially big fan of the Hokkaido scallop course but everything was phenomenal, especially the nigiri. You can tell that every aspect of every course is crafted thoughtfully and with care. If you are looking for an omakase experience, I would definitely recommend reserving a time at Momi Nonmi!

We had dinner here the other night for my birthday and had a wonderful evening. We got the "intro"…read moretasting and every piece was exquisite. The rice preparation and seasoning choices were perfect. I need more fresh wasabi in my life! We also wish the chef sold pints of his miso ice cream. While the chef makes every piece to order and explains the fish to you, we never felt rushed or pressured to eat quickly. He told us up front that seatings are for up to 2 hours and we finished in about 90 minutes. We would love to go back, but it's definitely more of a special occasion type of place than an everyday one.

Pretty, bland food…read more Started with green tea, a bag-in-cup with overheated water that arrives bitter. Tried a variety of items: hot soba, a few yakitori, futomaki, and scallop hokkaiyaki. Disappointed with one-note soba broth and tiny overcooked scallops on a clamshell. Yakitori is fine, plain. Futomaki is the only thing I really enjoyed.

Been here twice for their hot soba and both times it has hit the spot during the winter chill…read more Their signature sukiyaki beef is hearty and sweet from the first time. The second experience I came for lunch with a group of 5. We got seated at the communal table with another family next to the door. Service is overall fast. I received my soba bowl about 5 minutes after my friends got all of their dishes. I loved the pork kimchi broth as well of the additional spice. On the table they also have additional salt, soy sauce and a spicy powder if you wanted to add extra. They have sushi and izakaya on the menu too so looking forward to trying those as well in the future.

The service is great and the food is amazing. I have been here a few times and here are a few…read morethings I recommend: 1. Make a reservation. 2. If possible, pick the 18 pieces course. It's generally $30 more and the extra bits are worth it and you don't want to be the person that doesn't get the special bites when the people around you do. 3. If you don't know your sake and want to try, I recommend the sake pairing. It's a great restaurant. Please enjoy.

Beyond grateful to have met the chefs behind @umamiomakase serving up quality imported fish from…read moreJapan and certificate grade meats and vegetables in a delicious, flavorful, and well crafted 18-course meal‼ Thank you so much for having me for my birthday