Wabi Sabi was a surprising find! My friend and I were looking for food on a Thursday night after…read more9PM. Most places were closing, but saw that Wabi Sabi was open until midnight. So happy we decided to try it! The restaurant had great lighting and cute decor. We decided to sit at the bar which was empty. I ordered a mocktail called Ginger Dawn, which was a lemon, ginger and honey drink. It was so yummy and perfectly balanced. My friend ordered a Whiskey Sour off the late night happy hour menu and he said it was good. As for food, it was so tasty and just got better with every bite. I ordered the okoyadon rice bowl which was chicken, egg and scallions over rice. It was so delicious. It was very hot when it first came out but once it cooled down a little bit, the flavor was amazing. My friend got yakiudon noodles with beef and the flavor was great. We ordered the spring rolls off the happy hour menu. I've had better spring rolls elsewhere, but it was nice to have on the happy hour menu. For dessert, we ordered the lychee sherbet and the sweet potato cheesecake. I loved the lychee sherbet...powerful flavor and I couldn't stop eating it. The sweet potato cheesecake had good flavor if you really like sweet potato, but I thought it was a little dry. I would absolutely come back and try other dishes and drinks. Also the bartender, Sarah, was so lovely, made us feel welcomed and I loved her vibe.

I've loved every visit at Wabi Sabi since they've opened, I can't believe I haven't left a review…read moreyet! My go to's are always the FD potatoes, the takoyaki, and any of the skewers. I've never been a mushroom girl until I've had their mushroom skewers. I can never help myself and order 5 or 6. When it comes to drinks, I love their entire menu. I typically go with the no need for uber: a mocktail that's the perfect shout of sweetness. I really appreciate all the love and artistry that goes into every aspect of this restaurant. Can't wait to go back!

We've been here probably a dozen times by now, and it never disappoints. Nummy is small and casual,…read morewith just a handful of tables inside, though they add a few outdoor seats when the weather is nice. The soup dumplings are the standout for me -- they come out screaming hot and are always excellent. I also really like the Nummy noodles, but if it's your first time, think carefully before ordering above medium heat. Honestly, I'm surprised I hadn't reviewed it sooner given how many times we've been. The only downside is the parking situation. The spots are tight and limited, so bring the car you like less if you have a choice. Or try parking elsewhere. Overall, a great casual spot that we keep coming back to.

Love the food service and vibe Soup dumplings and little…read morepot glass noodles... fabulous My second trip here in a week

The food here is delicious and the menu offers a great variety of dishes. Everything we tried was…read morereally good. The staff were very friendly and attentive, making the whole experience even better. The restaurant has a cozy and cute atmosphere, perfect for a relaxed meal. I also love that you can adjust the spice level, and there are plenty of non-spicy options as well. A great place for family dining. Highly recommend

Chinese spot on New Park with a swanky dark atmosphere + a large menu of both food and drinks…read more I came here for dinner with my sister and mom, and we split a number of dishes between us. We were very unimpressed with everything we tried (including the drinks)

This restaurant is located in a little shopping plaza in Bloomfield. My brother and I stopped in…read moretoday for lunch. I had wonton soup -the broth as well as wontons were delicious. I also had the Eggplant Garlic sauce with tofu; asked for it non spicy. It was amazing- tofu perfectly cooked, as was the eggplant. The sauce was not too sweet - it enhanced the flavor of the dish. My brother had shrimp fried rice which he felt included generous portion of whole shrimp versus little tiny cut up pieces. The service was prompt and welcoming. I also want to mention they offer an all you can't eat sushi and hibachi menu in addition to individual and combo meals. Prices very reasonable; recommend that you try it!

Just no. Ate with a party of 12 and even though we had prior reservations this place was just…read morewoefully unprepared. AYCE concept, horribly executed. Food came to the table and staff had no idea where it went, food came that nobody ordered and what we did order never came. Hot apps were decent, sushi was low grade and the rice tasted off. Texture was mushy. Meh. I asked 4 times for a glass of water over the span of 45 minutes, it never came. $51 w/ tax & tip for ayce + 1 mai tai and it's not an experience I would ever want to repeat. Stay far away.

Mecha is the kind of ramen spot that gets everything right. From the moment you walk in, the peppy…read morevibe and good music set the tone for a great meal. The energy is lively without being overwhelming, making it a fun place to hang out or grab a quick bite. The food is the real star here. The ramen is rich and satisfying, and the add-ons are especially flavorful--they genuinely elevate the bowl rather than feeling like an afterthought. Everything comes out fresh and well put together. Service is another strong point. The servers are attentive, friendly, and impressively fast, so you're never left waiting too long even when it's busy. And if you're in a rush or want to enjoy it at home, Mecha does an excellent job with takeout--the food travels well and still tastes great. All in all, Mecha is a consistently solid ramen spot with great food, great music, and a fun, upbeat atmosphere that keeps you coming back.

As a wasian Vietnamese who is from SoCal, this was not good pho. It tasted watered down and it…read moremight've actually been because real pho broth is made with bones and will gelatinize when refrigerated (bone broth). Their broth was still liquid. We got pho tai and pho ga. Barely any meat which is a disgrace. One good thing, their noodles were chewy and I haven't had much experience with chewy rice noodles. The appetizer edamame was good. Not Asian but still good. Service was decent. It did take a while for the food to come out. And they were busy so I acknowledge that.

I am so excited to have found the Gold Dumpling! It has a whole gluten free menu plus a gluten menu…read morebut they have a dedicated gluten free cooking area. My friend has celiac and I have been gluten free for years cause of personal reasons and found great food here. My favorites were the pork bun so tender and delicious and the chicken corn dumpling. The dumpling was full of great flavors. We tried their fried onion rings and didn't leave one! We had their eggplant which I enjoyed tremendously. It has a crunchy outside with creamy inside which I loved. We had the pork dumplings which we thoroughly enjoyed. I have to go back and get more chicken and pork buns my number one favorite and I really want to try their gluten free lo mein. William works the register and the tables and was a delight and really knows the food. He and his uncle the chef, run the place. Relaxed and layed back atmosphere with really great gluten free dishes! A must try for Asian food lovers!

Good and fresh dumplings…read more Missus loves her dumplings, and we heard through the socials that a new dumpling shop opened up on the outskirts of blue back square. So we made the trek to find this shop. The plaza this place is in was doing some construction, so I had to go by the flag outside to find them. Inside is a little basic but clean. The cashier was very nice and helpful. Explained the coloring system and the order. Got my food to go, picked up some sweets at the local sweets shop next door. Took pics and tried some bites. The dumplings were made fresh, perfectly thin and cooked well. Ample amounts of filling and sweet and spicy dipping sauces. They offer very fancy dumplings like foie gras or truffles with morelles. I opted for chicken and corn along with some beef bao. Everything was pretty tasty and pretty reasonably priced. For the two orders of dumplings and the bao came out to 24 bucks. Pretty affordable and pretty good bites. It's not a pretty location, but they do good dumplings to go. Worth a try if your off the beaten path and have a hankerin for done good dumplings.

I've been getting takeout from Black Bamboo for over ten years, but this was my first time actually…read moresitting down to eat in. I love the new location- wow, what a difference inside! The space is absolutely beautiful: modern, bright, and spotless. The food was fresh, flavorful, and came out piping hot. They bring each dish out as it's ready instead of all at once, so keep that in mind if you like everything served together. Personally, I didn't mind because it just meant my soup was perfect when it arrived, and my son's appetizer followed shortly after. I didn't check out the bathrooms this time, but judging by the rest of the restaurant, I'm sure they're just as immaculate. Black Bamboo is the only Chinese food I'll eat, period. If you know me, you know I'm picky, and this place never disappoints. Every bite tastes fresh, the service is friendly, and the vibe is always calm and inviting. Over the years I have had everything on the menu, and I've never had a bad meal. My personal favorites: the egg rolls, scallion pancakes, hot and sour soup and their fried rice, which I honestly think is the best in the world, period. My son is all about their beef teriyaki and it's his go-to every single time. This is exactly the kind of place where you can try something new and know it's going to be good. I recently ordered the chop suey and egg foo young for the first time ever, and both were fantastic. If you've been curious to branch out, this is where you want to do it; you can't go wrong. Also, they have real duck sauce for a small upcharge. Not just stuff in the packet (yuck). So if you're craving Chinese food in West Hartford, go to Black Bamboo. You'll taste the quality, feel the difference, and probably end up like me... a loyal regular who can't eat Chinese anywhere else.

I'm new to being a vegetarian not vegan, however their vegan options are great! The vegan ribs are…read morebetter then I could've imagined! They are a bit pricey though and come with no rice. I also ordered the vegetable Lo mein which was also pricey and the container was half full.

Amazing vibe, food and service. There is paid street parking but can be difficult to find - worth…read morerhe hassle. Drinks were very good and the food was so flavorful. I took the rest of the curry sauce from the roti home because it was so good. Lemongrass chicken was also very flavorful. Portion sizes were nice and I needed a to-go box. I would definitely come back. Everyone enjoyed it all. We didn't have room for dessert, however, I would go back for it.

This is my personal favorite Thai restaurant in the state. I find the atmosphere to be very…read morecomfortable and relaxed. Everyone is always super nice and helpful. My go to is the drunken udon with either seafood, or veggie/tofu. They are generous with the proteins and the portions overall. Apps like crab Rangoon a spring rolls are very good, too, and I think their pad Thai is exceptional. Oftentimes I find the dish at other restaurants to be overly heavy, sweet, or saucy, and I love Prai's version and think it reigns supreme. Balanced sweetness and acidity and simply well prepared. They have a yummy and creative drink menu as well. I have enjoyed getting takeout and thought both the ordering was smooth and the food traveled quite well. Overall I highly recommend Prai. When I want Thai food, this is where I go.

So mast at myself for not taking photos. Anyway it was my…read morefirst time. Did take out for my dad in assisted living. To say he was THRILLED is an understatement. We had tuna roll. Yellowtail avocado roll. Eel sushi and pork gyoza The tuna roll wasn't that exciting. But I mean, it's a tuna roll lol. The avocado in the yellowtail was perfection. I think these are the best dumplings in this area - I have tried many. The eel was definitely the best eel I've had probably anywhere. And I've eaten more than my fair share. The staff was really nice while I went in and ordered and waited. The wait time was pretty fast! Will definitely go back. And hopefully remember to take photos before Dad and I devour.

I was excited to try this place with my friend, as I had heard wonderful things…read more The place was extremely clean, and the staff was accommodating. The food came out quickly and was delicious. I don't eat any fish or seafood, but I do love veggie (and chicken) sushi. It was absolutely phenomenal! I can't wait to come back.

The food was very good. Service was superior. Ambiance was cozy. We enjoyed many dishes shared…read more There is nothing we would have added nor subtracted. It was all done well and very pleasing to our eyes and stomachs. We even ordered to go for next days delight.

A great authentic Japanese/Korean restaurant that has been here for years. Always welcoming and…read morehelpful.