You wouldn't think finding a really good chicken teriyaki spot would be that hard, but if you have…read morehigh teri standards like I do, you know the struggle. Most places are just... fine. So I keep trying new spots hoping one finally hits. I'd driven past Urban Teri Kitchen a bunch of times taking my kids to practices and games and finally decided to stop in. Didn't even check Yelp first. Just went in blind based on a good feeling about the place. Glad I did. I ordered the half-and-half with chicken teriyaki and katsu, and honestly it was one of the better teriyaki plates I've had anywhere around here. The chicken was flavorful, the katsu was crispy without being greasy, and everything tasted fresh. It's a little pricier than some teriyaki spots, but the quality backs it up. My wife and I could easily split one order next time. I came in around 4 PM, so it wasn't packed, but the people inside looked happy, the restaurant was clean, and the whole place just had a really good vibe. Sometimes you can tell within a minute whether a place cares about what they're doing, and this felt like one of those spots. There's a reason they've got 4.7 stars. If anything, I'd say that rating is deserved.

So I ordered a couple plates from here and this is your higher end LNL Hawaiian kitchen type food,…read morebut I would say the curry mix was really delicious because it was both thick and not salty and had the right amount of spice to it. I would also say they gave you a lot of chicken for the plate that you get the downside that I would vote for is the kimchi was not great. It was probably a little odd being so sweet and I would say it was not really fresh. Overall, I give this high ranks for the protein and the serving size and the variety of options that you can get the spam was pretty good, although they did throw in a brick of rice, which was a lot within the spam sandwich

such a vibe!! great drinks and asian food for girls or date…read morenight. Service was on point and we our food very quickly. 10/10 spot for ambience and a night out.

I've been to Sago a few times before, but tonight honestly stood out as my best visit yet. The food…read morewas incredible across the board, but what really made the night was the service. Aysha took care of us and was just amazing, super genuine, kind, and attentive in a way that didn't feel forced at all. We showed up a bit hangry, and she totally read the situation, helped guide us through the menu, and made some great recommendations. It really made a difference. The vibe in there is always on point too, great atmosphere. Definitely coming back again, and had to give a shoutout because the experience was just that good. Highly recommend.

We had a great time. Thank goodness for the kid meals. The precooked wings were delicious and I ate…read morequite a bit of the oyster mushrooms. My meat loving son did most of the cooking. You definitely should try to get a group of 6 to get the front booths.

Oceanside Sonu KBBQ never disappoints. The service is outstanding as always, the entire staff is…read morefriendly, attentive, and always ready to help whenever you need anything. On top of that, the food quality is amazing. Everything is fresh and flavorful. Such a great dining experience overall. Highly recommend!

Top tier food in SD. Service to match. Only downside of the place was how big it was and how many…read morepeople they seated caused it to be on the louder side for a traditional fine dining restaurant. Still 10/10 if you aren't looking for that quiet date night spot

Animae is hands down one of my favorite restaurants in San Diego. Chef Tara Monsod has completely…read morereinvented modern Filipino dining in a way that feels both elevated and deeply personal. Everything about the experience was incredible from start to finish. The ambiance was stunning, the service was warm and attentive, and even the Sampaguita candle in the bathroom instantly reminded me of my Lola's backyard in the Philippines. It's those thoughtful little details that make this place feel so special. As for the food -- every single dish was amazing. The Pork Tomahawk Tocino was absolutely unforgettable, the short rib kare kare was rich, comforting, and out of this world, and the lobster palabok was packed with flavor and beautifully executed. Honestly, you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Animae delivers an experience that feels both luxurious and nostalgic at the same time. I already can't wait to come back and bring more friends here.

I am so happy that Rappongi is back…read more The dishes are just as good as I remember when I came here with my family for happy hour tapas 20 years ago. Excellent vibe - the bartender(s), servers, and hosts are so friendly and accommodating. 10/10 would recommend.

Roppongi Restaurant & Lounge was a fantastic find as an out-of-town guest. Great atmosphere,…read moreexcellent sushi and appetizers, and friendly, attentive service that made the whole experience easy and memorable. We will be back!

Roppongi is so legit. We went here the first night they were open. The Hot Rock steak is a really…read morecool dining experience. And that crab tower is really neat. The half price apps from 4-6 are where it's at. They're super affordable. Been here 3 times and it's just great every time. Plus they have NA Asahi. The Sweet & Sour Calamari. Damn. It's probably the best calamari AND sweet & sour sauce I've ever had. I'm picky about that sauce too. Like really it's that good. I hope this place actually sticks around because it's so good. Everyone who works here is super good at what they do too. Super nice people. Oh, and ocean views.

Warning: they no longer have sushi or any raw fish. I really wish I'd known they took sushi off the…read moremenu before hand because the rest of their food is just really terrible, I'm almost positive it's just reheated Sysco products. I had my family in town and really hyped up their sushi as it was so fresh previously, I was so embarrassed when they brought out the dining equivalent to chicken nuggets. The prices are absolutely asinine, my family is already skeptical of CA prices and I was hoping to show them that sometimes they're worth it but instead this just reinforced the stereotype of paying $20 for prepackaged food. 2 stars because our waitress was super nice and gave us a free dessert. She was really apologetic as well. I hope they can turn it around, it's such a beautiful location, I'd hate to see it go to waste on such poor food.

Been to this place two times so far and every time I've gone so far the staff has been very…read morewelcoming and friendly! I would say the hot pot all you can eat is worth the money ! Quality food is offered that is actually good! Lw we plan on visiting again soon. Great service, friendly staff, clean restaurant and bathroom, relaxed atmosphere and good food, I recommend this place for sure ! Also the little shop next door has some really good finds ! Lots of herbs and fresh meat and some veggies too !

Met up for lunch for a belated birthday lunch celebration for our brother. It was our first time…read moremeeting up for the New Year (January), and birthday boy chose Mongol House. It was a little hard to find the restaurant, especially since the sign is not right over the entrance, but just next to it where the small market is. Look for the Winchester Center sign next to the market. Since we arrived before it opened on a Sunday, we browsed in the market until it was tine to eat. We had a reservation for 6 of us, so they seated us at the one round table near the front. There is another longer table next to it on the left side where there's a colorful mural. The rest of the tables are booths. The restaurant is spacious and roomy and very clean. You can order items from the menu or build your own hot pot which is AYCE. Everyone in our party chose the hot pot. We were each brought a small blue pot that contained the sterno to heat up the soup and the broth of our choice inside. We also placed our meat order with our server. We went to the back-left corner to grab our veggies, and some other things to add to our hot pot. Our server came by often to take more meat orders, clear empty plates, and check if we needed more broth or if our sterno needed more fuel. Our server was delightfully cheerful and friendly. She was helpful and answered all of our questions, especially when we had to choose our broths. (Forgive me for forgetting your name!) I highly recommend calling ahead to make a reservation if you have a larger party. Accessibility notes: most of the tables are padded booths. If you can transfer and slide, you should be okay. Otherwise, see if you can sit at a table that has chairs on the left side. The restaurant is spacious enough to park your mobility aid (or stroller for babies) near you. The restrooms are located in the back-left corner, 2 single stall restrooms, one for men and one for women. There is enough room for someone to enter with their mobility aid and a helper companion. You can enter the restaurant without climbing a step, but I don't recall where the handicap accessible parking was since we used a regular parking space and I climbed up the curb. No one from the family is local, but my brother-in-law chose this restaurant because it's somewhere where we can meet in the middle. We all loved it, and are adding it to our rotation when we need to come together for a celebration.

I found Ms.Kims while looking for a good Bahn Mi place near work. The food is really good and…read moreportion sizes are great for the price. I would definitely recommend calling your order in ahead of time to not have to wait to pick up.

The bbq chicken banh mi is perfection, I can't wait to have it again! The portions are huge,…read moredefinitely worth the price.

Honestly, I didn't expect to find this good of Chinese food in Carlsbad, so this was a really nice…read moresurprise. We started with the spicy pot, which came out bubbling hot and packed with ingredients. It had a nice kick without being overwhelming, and the flavors were rich and savory. It had a strong cumin flavor, which makes this dish pretty authentic. Get this dish with rice, the sauces goes well with it. The soup noodles with fried pork were super comforting. The broth was light but flavorful, and the fried pork added a really nice crispy texture that balanced well with the noodles. My nephew likes noodles but without alot of flavor so this dish was perfect for him. The fried dumplings were crispy on the bottom with juicy filling inside--exactly what you want. We also got the steamed chicken with chili oil, which was tender and coated in that classic fragrant, slightly spicy chili oil that adds so much flavor without being too heavy. The green onion pancake was another favorite--crispy, flaky, and airy. It tasted freshly made.

Came here with a big group of 11 people including 5 kids and had a great experience. The staff was…read morevery accommodating and quickly moved tables around so we could all sit together, which we really appreciated. Service was efficient and the food came out quickly even with our large party. Everything we ordered was delicious. The XLB soup dumplings were juicy and flavorful, the pan fried buns had a perfectly crispy bottom, and the green onion chicken noodles were fresh and comforting. The spicy mixed chicken had great flavor with just the right amount of heat. Overall the food tasted fresh, authentic, and well executed. It is not always easy for restaurants to handle a large group with kids, but they made it seamless. Great food and great service. We will definitely be back.

Note: this location is the Carlsbad location and NOT in La Jolla (the menu is different between the…read moretwo). There are a number of reviews and menus we saw online that were for the La Jolla location. We came here on a Friday night. It wasn't too busy and we were able to seat inside. There is no outside seating. We placed our order at the counter and found a seat to sit inside. We placed an order at the counter and the food arrived at our table in a reasonable amount of time. We ordered the tea leaf salad, fried rice, street noodles, and spring rolls. All the dishes were delicious. The tea leaf salad was a smaller portion so keep that in mind if you are eating family style and sharing with others. We will definitely return since everything was delicious. There's a decent amount of parking in the parking lot. They also do takeout as we

Cherry Blossom owners are very hard working people. They are both the cook and the hostess! Wow!!…read moreFriday nights are quiet. Ambiance is clean and decor is bright and pleasant. Food was nice and portions are on the smaller size. Signature iconic Tea Leaf Salad, WANGS, and Veggie roll (fried).