I have had sushi all over the world, including in Japan. In the U.S., I typically try AYCE sushi…read morerestaurants when I travel. In fact, I used to own a Japanese Steakhouse with a sushi bar. So, I know my sushi. The food at Okinawa was by far the best of any AYCE sushi and close to what I have had at high-end sushi bars. To top that off, the service was better than almost any restaurant I have been to; especially in AYCE sushi places. The vast majority of AYCE restaurants take forever to bring reorders. This includes both sushi and others. Our server was frindly and helpful. He couldn't have been better. The menu is awesome; especially when the evening menu is available. It offers a better selection of better, for my taste, sushi. In addition, it is one of few AYCE sushi restaurants that includes sashimi. I should mention that I wasn't as impressed with the sashimi as I was with the sushi. The fish was delicious but it was sliced way too thin. Having said that, I wish I could have given them more than five stars. They stand in the top 0.1% of AYCE sushi restaurants.

Despite not being a sushi lover, I visited Okinawa Asian cuisine for the first time for a Saturday…read morebirthday lunch. Despite being AYCE with a huge menu, it is extremely affordable at $30 per adult person. I took a photo of the menu outlining the pricing structures further. I avoided all sushi items (which obviously comprised a majority but not the entirety of the menu) but tried the: Katsu chicken: Japanese style fried chicken cutlet coated in crispy Panko, topped with katsu sauce Crispy calamari: Deep-fried calamari served with sweet chili sauce Steak hibachi: Cooked on the grill, served with veggies and fried rice I was not floored by any of the menu items, but that is to be expected as they seem to specialize in sushi items. It did the job. Other members of my party downed literally 250+ pieces of sushi sashimi. Despite us having a large party ordering so many items, service was impeccable - fast and attentive. All in all, I cannot comment on the sushi, but I appreciate that they have a vast and affordable menu. Worth a try at the very least!

The ambiance and incredibly talented bartender Javiar made our experience fun. I'd go to Taipo just…read moreto watch all the exotic drinks being made. It'd be great to see during Happy Hour. He's a great host and entertainer. The food was nicely seasoned as individually requested. We shall be back and have told others to check it out.

Here's a polished version that keeps your personality and storytelling intact:…read more Tucked away on East Abrams in Dallas, Tiebo was an awesome surprise. We went on a Monday night, so it was quiet, and honestly, when you first walk in, you're thinking, "Uh-oh..." -- but then you see that massive door off to the left and realize this place has a vibe. Once you walk through, it feels like stepping into another world -- dark, moody, almost like an old Tibetan monastery mixed with a super cool hidden cocktail lounge. Amazing atmosphere, great music, incredible bar setup, and a really solid whiskey selection with Japanese and Asian options ranging from approachable to high-end. But the food? Wow. Absolutely outstanding. The quality for the price is hard to beat. Everything we had was fantastic. Perfect date-night spot or a great place to grab a couple cocktails and appetizers with friends. Highly recommend checking this place out. Dallas needs to keep spots like this around.

We came here for dinner and had a great overall experience!…read more The Butcher's Cut was solid but pretty standard--very similar to a classic steak frites. The star of the meal was definitely the Oak Smoked Salmon. The yuzu added a bright citrus note and the seaweed salad paired perfectly with it. We sat outside and really enjoyed the city vibe with cars passing by. Service was excellent--friendly, attentive, and never made us feel rushed or like a bother for all our requests.

Fantastic Happy Hour experience at Loro!…read more My friends and I stopped by for a weekday HH and had no problems grabbing a table. Service was very friendly and efficient! One person's drink was very flat, and it was promptly fixed and the server brought us another app on the house! Drink: Yuzu Spritz - perfectly sweet and so so refreshing! Loved! Snacks: Brussel Sprouts and Corn Fritters - Both were delicious, but the corn fritters stole the show. Flavorful, crispy, and savory! Must order!

We had an enjoyable time at The Pearl. We went to this establishment first wanting to try ramen but…read morefound that The Pearls menu looked for appealing, specially because of the dim sum. We ordered a wide variety of the dim sum. What we enjoyed the most were the beef balls, shrimp dumplings, steamed broccoli, and pot dumplings. I'd recommend this location and would visit again if I was in the area.

Food: 3/5 - we tried probably 10 different dim sum dishes. They were flavorful, good amount of food…read moreper dish, and came out steaming hot. Flavors were good, but standard in my eyes. Service: 3/5 - dim sum service is not known to be great, this was no different. At times felt like carts were coming out by fast enough and at others felt like carts kept coming. Ambiance: 4/5 - big interior with ample parking. There were push carts full of fresh, hot steamed deliciousness. It was loud as you can imagine.

Great food, fresh ingredients nice ambiance service is adequate. Like the option add spices to my…read morebroth from the salad bar

This location has been the most consistent and delicious Hot Spot location I've been to in the…read moreDallas Area, why it has a 3.7 is a surprise to me. If you want a solid hot pot, hangout with friends, date, solo trip, it's great. Highly recommend best of both worlds broth and definitely get the fried rice.

The ramen here is so good!! I ordered delivery, but can't wait to go in person. I ordered the Spicy…read moreMiso Ramen

I wanted a quick lunch, and this place was right down the street. I placed the order on their…read morewebsite which says place the code to receive 5% off all pick up orders. There was no where to place the code. I searched and searched. I come inside the restaurant excepting just to pick up my order, it wasn't even ready. I heard the lady yell at the cook to make my food. I had to wait an additional 20 mins after I placed the order over 20-30 mins prior to arriving at the restaurant. I had the short rib bento box. The food just wasn't good at all. I couldn't even finish the whole thing. I basically through majority of it in the trash. I substituted the white rice with fried rice. The rice was horrible, and not even warm. It tasted like it wasn't even cooked all the way through. The veggie egg-rolls were a disappointment. They also tasted like they weren't fully cooked and almost cold. The only tolerable thing was the miso soup unfortunately.

First things first, I love how this place has so many different dishes from almost all Asian…read morecuisines. There is almost certainly something delicious for everyone. Ambiance- 9.5/10 Dim atmosphere with trendy vibes. Cool decor and Jenga to play while waiting for your food. If you don't like dark areas, you can sit outside with umbrellas providing shade. Service- 10/10 Our server was extremely helpful and nice. She recommended excellent dishes and even gave us a plate of chicken wings on the house! Value- 8/10 Good value, especially considering the quality of the food. Most sides were 5-10$, while the entrees were 12-16$. Portions were medium. Food Malaysian Roti- (2 pc, 9.5$)- 9.5/10 Was perfectly flaky and crispy. Came with a flavorful curry dipping sauce. Chili Garlic Edamame- (8$)- 7/10 Everything you would expect. However, it could have more of the chili garlic sauce. They do give you a complementary tray of spicy sauces (including chili oil), so this was not a big deal. Korean Twice Fried Wings- (5 for 14$)- 10/10 Wings were large, so one was the perfect appetizer for a single person. Coated in a heavenly gochujang garlic glaze. Nice and saucy while still being very crispy and juicy. Was my favorite dish we ordered. Pad Thai- (16.5$)- 8.5/10 Came with a fried egg, shrimp, and chicken. Had a hint of spice that elevated it from good to great. Curry Laksa Ramen- (16$)- 9/10 Very flavorful curry broth. Noodles were excellent and also came with tofu and a boiled egg. Overall, every aspect of the resturant was top tier. Would 100% recommend if you are near.

Hawkers excels as a vibrant, social spot for exploring a wide range of Pan-Asian street food…read moreflavors. The lively tapas-style format is perfect for sharing, with highlights like the memorable fries with amazing dipping sauce. The energetic atmosphere and consistent execution make it a reliable choice for a fun group meal. The sheer variety means some dishes can outshine others, and it's better for a culinary adventure than for an authentic deep dive into any single cuisine. Prices are fair for the experience and sharing style. Verdict: A highly recommended spot for a lively dinner with friends. Ideal for trying many bold flavors in one sitting and enjoying the modern, communal vibe.

Just a great place to meet up with friends. They have a great Happy Hour. The people here are…read moreabsolutely amazing. I moved here from the PNW and never had this level of service. Thank you to Zin, Laney, Riley and so many more. They never disappoint and I just love coming here. Come check it out and experience the great food and amazing people that work here!!

Went with my girlfriends for dinner + drinks, and boy they didn't disappoint! I've been here before…read moreseveral times but never left a review. This is my go to local spot I love to go to for some fresh sushi! The food and drink menu were easy to navigate. It always makes me happy to see 8-10$ drinks from martinis or margaritas they have many flavors to choose from. I had the espresso martini and omg it was so tasty I had 3...whoops lol. For apps we tried the calamari and Asian zing wings. We didn't care for the calamari or the batter unfortunately. It was a rainy day so i decided to have beef pho#17 , and sushi ! It was delicious and very filling.! My friend tried the chicken teriyaki plate, and I ordered shrimp fried rice to go. Everything was great and I will deff be back.

I thought it was unique. I like the short rib on the bun bao. We had the angry pho platter. The…read moretwo of us. Fast casual setup with good food. I would visit again.

I've been to Cris & John since they were at the original location. I've tried a lot of dishes from…read morethem, while some were bad (such as bo la lot), there are still some that are pretty good. This time, I got the Phorrito and the Angry pho with brisket, along with a horchata. The horchata was delicious and refreshing, it had a lot of cinnamon flavor but I wish the drink could be more creamy. The phorrito was great and I love the broth they gave on the side. I think it's a bit more concentrated than the regular broth they use for pho. The pho itself was good, it's not your traditional Viet pho you get outside, it's more of a fusion pho where the broth isn't clear at all. If you're coming here for the first time, I would recommend trying out the platters so that you could try out more food all at once!

We were in the Dallas area for a boys' basketball tournament and finished early Sunday, so we took…read morethe kids to Six Flags. The park ended up closing early because of the wind, leaving us with a group of very hungry boys and no plan. Quick Yelp search Scratch Wings popped up with great reviews, so we gave it a shot. Great decision. The spot is small, cozy, and welcoming. Mai, the owner, was super friendly and made us feel right at home. Everyone ordered wings, and my son and I went with the garlic parmesan and Korean spicy. Both were . Perfectly cooked, crispy, and packed with flavor. My only regrets is not taking a picture of my food and not ordering the lemon pepper wet -- that'll definitely happen next time. Pro tip: * Hungry? Get the 6-piece * Starving? Go for the 10-piece If you're anywhere near Arlington and craving wings, this place is absolutely worth the stop. We'll definitely be back next time we're in town.

Never heard of this hidden gem! Scratch wings catered at my apartment & that's when I discovered…read moretheir Korean chicken 5 mins from my location. The chicken was packed with Korean favor with a mix of sweet and spicy. I am a huge fan now & would def stop by for some Korean flavor wings!