Stopped in July 4th and they were open! We ordered late lunch and sat at the bar. I got ramen and…read moremy husband got their hibachi steak meal. Good portions, attentive server, and yummy food. It seemed that the restaurant isn't set up for the best workflow for our server- she was running out of the bar area, past us to refill our drinks at the drink station by the front door, then had to retrieve to go cups from behind the bar; I thought we were doing her a favor sitting close to the kitchen at the bar, but she was still running all over the restaurant to serve us!

Stopped by for lunch. First time dinning in. Ordered Chicken bowl & wontons. The wontons were very…read morehot, fresh & crispy! So good! The chicken bowl was ok, nothing special. The sauce added the flavor it needed.

One of the best Happy Hours you can find in Birmingham. Any day of the week no less. The food…read moreoptions vary just enough to satisfy everyone's taste. Set food menu with bar specials. However, those delicious nachos is one of the best kept secrets that I'm happy to share. Top notch service and staff. Plenty of seating options both indoor and outdoor. Sitting at the bar not your desire? Perfect place to people watch outdoors or sit at a cozy table inside the restaurant.

Quick service & fresh sushi with unique roll options at reasonable prices…read more The shrimp & pork dumpling soup was so good that we ordered a 2nd one with the broth only. The edamame was ok--needed more sea salt. We ordered the WTF roll which was good but we found it had too much on it so we liked it better eating it a bit deconstructed.

Been going here since they opened in the 2010s. I've moved out of state and still crave their…read morefood!! If you're reading this please go enjoy the 420 Nachos for me!!

Some things appear better on paper than physically. I feel like this is one of those times. We…read moreare frequent visitors to Birmingham District Brewing. This happens to be in the same stip as them. Once this was realized by us, we HAD to give it a try. I honestly can't recall what we got but holy cow. The amount of rice on this thing was insanity. This caused it to be almost bone dry. While I appreciate the novelty of it, it was definitely a one and done for me.

I had a great experience at Bamboo on 2nd! My friend and I went on a Thursday and arrived shortly…read moreafter they opened around 5:15 PM. We were seated promptly, although we had to wait until our third person arrived before we could move our tables together. We started with the calamari, which was a great appetizer! For my entrees, I ordered the Cyclone sushi roll since I prefer fried sushi over raw, and the Maa Bowl ramen which included the momos (shrimp) that I also wanted to try the which were SO good! Honestly, I'm wondering why the shrimp momos aren't offered as an appetizer option alongside the turkey and pork because they definitely deserve a spot on the menu! I was especially glad we decided to dine earlier because the restaurant started getting crowded and more lively shortly after we placed our appetizer order. The food was delicious, and I'm already looking forward to returning to try more items on the menu and sitting at the sushi bar. Parking is street parking, so it can definitely be a challenge, but I'd say it's worth it! Overall, a great dining experience, and I highly recommend checking them out!

I am ashamed to say I had not been to Bamboo on 2nd in quite some time. I live a 15-minute walk…read morefrom it. I took my family there for by adult son's 40th birthday. That is so hard to say, 40th???? Well, I am getting old. I was more than impressed by our dinner. From the drinks to the Appetizers to the sushi. Outstanding. The service was also on point. The first thing I said to my family when we got there was, "I love the vibe of this place. So, if you have not been to Bamboo for quite some time, give it a try. I will be going back soon I assure you. Eat well, Drink well and stay healthy.

Blue is a great versatile sushi spot that can be great alone, with a group, date night, with…read morefriends- really any occasion. They have a great menu and everything I've had has been superb. They have an entire gluten free menu (they call it gluten friendly so it may not be safe for celiac) and Gf soy sauce which beings me joy. The service is alway great too. My ONLY complaint is that the chopsticks they offer are the really cheap wood ones and they give me splinters.

Drinks were super slow. One salad was ordered to be spit/shared and had to ask twice for a share…read moreplate. This salad didn't have the crunchy noodles which are an essential part of the salad. One person didn't get their additional sauce that was ordered without having to ask again. Another person's chicken salad didn't get brought out until after we complained...a full 15-20 minutes after everyone else got their orders. Our empty cocktail glasses never got picked up...and the appetizer plates only got removed after we specifically asked for them to. When we voiced our concerns to management, he was aloof. Our salads were comped but our checks still were not correct with which couples ordered what. We were so ready to leave we didn't ask them to fix it and decided to settle up with our friends later. We've eaten here many times and this is our worst experience....probably won't be back. Food was just average and not worth the price.

IKKO Japanese Fusion…read more IKKO Japanese Fusion was a pleasant culinary surprise! We ordered delivery one night and thoroughly enjoyed our meal. We tried both the Salmon and Beef Poke Bowls. The Salmon was outstanding -- fresh and flavorful, easily my favorite. The Beef version was a bit bland and dry for my taste, though. The sides really shined. The Takoyaki (octopus dumplings) were delicious and unique, topped with Takoyaki sauce, tempura scraps, and perfectly cooked. The Gyoza, Japanese Egg Rolls, and Shrimp Tempura were all light, crispy, and excellent. The Squid Salad was also very good and made a nice addition. Overall, a tasty experience with some standout items. We'll definitely be back soon!

Absolutely amazing ramen spot!!!!!! From the first sip of broth to the last noodle, everything was…read morebursting with flavor. I've been craving ramen since January of 2025 (literally LMAO) The ramen was rich, comforting, and perfectly cooked, with a great variety on the menu so everyone can find something they love. The boba tea was also fantastic, sweet, refreshing, and a perfect match for the meal. The prices were super affordable too! About 15-20 per bowl which was much cheaper than what I've seen previously. What truly made the experience unforgettable was our server, Accep. He was a total hoot and had us laughing the entire time. So silly, energetic, and genuinely fun, he turned a great dinner into an amazing memory. His personality alone could light up the whole restaurant, and his service was just as top-notch. We absolutely LOVED him. I can't wait to go back just to see him actually, LOL. Delicious food, great selection, awesome boba, and an unforgettable server.

Love Shiki. Consistently good food, great location. I love the coconut soup here. Sushi is always…read moretop tier, too. Family-friendly, lots of good apps like edamame and tempura green beans. Service is always fantastic, even their takeout service - they're always super quick. Inside is cool, and the patio outside is a good vibe. I think they have a weeknight Ladies night wine special.

Sushi and a white wine hates to see me coming ‍…read more Don't miss happy hour so you can try several apps & drinks. Our faves in order: *The strawberry mojito was sooo refreshing *Kimchi brussel sprouts (y'all know I love an acid component and this delivered) *Panang curry pot stickers *Tempura green beans Fave rolls in order: *Cash Me Out *Spicy crunchy salmon *Spicy tuna We had a reservation but it wasn't necessarily needed. It's more casual than we thought and that was a welcomed surprise. Our server was friendly and helpful. Parking wasn't too too horrible. There are slanted spots right outside the restaurant, if you're lucky enough to get one. Beyond those, idk where you'd park. We had a lovely evening and would go back!

Had a great dinner at Abhi! Love the fun entrance and vibe of the restaurant. Went on Thursday…read morenight at 6pm and were sat immediately. We started off with the pork momos which were delish! Couldn't decide between ramen and sushi and they let us order one ramen and split it for us, which was perfect! For sushi, we started with tuna nigiri and shared the bama crunch and dragons breath (very spicy!) Really enjoyed Abhi and will be back!

Beautiful atmosphere and nice second-story outdoor seating. Service was fast and attentive. The…read moretempura green beans were just ok. Not the most flavorful. Could do with some seasoning. The Nepalese lamb curry was just good. Not huge but not small portion. The flavor was decent, but it was lacking in complexity. Something about it fell flat. Overall, I'd expect better flavor for the price.

Fabulous sushi! I would eat there every single day if I could. They also have great pad thai.read more

I was there today for lunch for the 2nd time trying a different dish, I ordered spicy grilled beef…read moresalad with rice and a cup of coconut tofu soap, I love the soup with a little heat to eat. The beef is okay but not my thing, I love this place and will continue to try other dish. Service is fast and server is okay, the good thing is I saw the host from Umami and she's working here. Always glad to see her, ambiance is great!

I've just unlocked a new go-to sushi spot! Jinsei left us impressed and happily full…read more To start our dinner, we ordered the Honey Sriracha Brussel Sprouts and the Kadoma Tuna. I have a hard time refusing any brussel sprout dish when dining out, and this one did not disappoint! The Brussels were perfectly crispy and had a perfect sweet & spicy flavor. The Kadoma Tuna is a circular, crispy rice cake, topped with spicy tuna and avocado. I love trying rice cake dishes whenever I see them. This one was more rice-heavy, but it's still packed with flavor. We then ordered the Beef Wrapped Asparagus, along with the Bangkok Sushi Roll and the Suteki Roll. My favorite was the Bangkok Roll, which was topped with matchstick potatoes. The Suteki Roll was super unique, filled with sliced apple, cream cheese, avocado, and salmon. The Beef Wrapped Asparagus was a good addition, but I'm most impressed with the rolls we ordered. The menu is unique and comprehensive. There's detail put into every dish! With more dishes left to try on the menu, I imagine I'll be back shortly!

I came here for the very first time on a Friday afternoon. They offer lunch on Fridays ONLY from…read more11-2. When I arrived, it was slightly awkward because I wasn't sure if I entered the correct door or not. Thankfully, I was in the correct place. I sat wherever since it wasn't crowded. My server ( the only server) was busy but she did a good job handling everyone. I ordered the pick 3 lunch special- you pick 2 apps and 1 sushi roll for $20! I really enjoyed my choices- steamed edamame, seaweed salad and the spicy hotate. Everything was packed with flavor and super fresh. The space is casual but has a sleek vibe to me. It's way smaller inside than I envisioned. Overall, I enjoyed my inaugural visit to Jinsei Sushi- can't wait to return soon!