I was at a friend's house recently, and she had ordered a bunch of sushi from Asian Fusion and…read moreSushi for another guest and I to share with her. Both women had raved about the restaurant and said their sushi was top-notch, so I was eager to give it a try. The Spicy Salmon Crispy Rice was spectacular! The rice patty had the perfect crunchy crust and was not overly gummy like many tend to be. The chopped salmon on top had the perfect amount of heat. The Salmon Avocado Roll was extremely fresh and flavorful. There were several other specialty rolls, of which I did not catch the names, but many of them had some sort of spicy kick to them. Regardless, each bite I had was out of this world. Speaking of leaving an impact, the fresh ginger was very potent and intense to the point that I started coughing. Despite that warning, I would have to advise you to try Asian Fusion and Sushi, as it had some of the most delicious sushi I had ever tried.

I'm so happy I discover this gem in plain sight! Right by or near a bus stop in Bergenline Avenues…read more I think I m returned with a humble reserve for one, as usual, or perhaps w a friend. I just bumped into it! The best and most delicious accident ever. Thank you all. I can't wait to return for another wonderful afternoon, Vivian M Estrada-Mora from West New York? nj

Just for the record - I am basing my review on take out, not going to the restaurant to sit down…read moreand eat. I want to love this place. I want to give this place a stellar review - but alas, with the items that I have gotten, I cannot. I've ordered from Dumpling Dojo a few times and have gotten different things each time. Their menu is filled with delicious-sounding entrees that have a unique spin, different from typical Chinese places. In addition, all the food is definitely made fresh using real ingredients. So what's the problem? Well...they do not season some of their food items properly - specifically, the sides / veggie entrees. The best thing about typical Chinese food restaurants is the preparation and sauce that goes along with the food - and as someone who does not cook their own Chinese food, I look forward to the sticky-sweet, savory flavors that Chinese-American food is associated with. I find that Dumpling Dojo lacks that. On the plus side, their General Tso's chicken is some of the best I've ever had - and their dumplings are solid. Not amazing, but solid (although I liked them better crisped up in the air fryer the next day). But the other things I've had just simply lacked flavor. For example, I ordered their veggie fried rice and found it incredibly bland and mushy. It was great heated up and doctored, but I want that experience out of the gate. I also ordered their lomein veggie bowl - man, what a disappointment! Basically, I received a container of steamed vegetables and boiled noodles - no sauce or anything. Again, if I put my own spin on it, it would be fine - but when I order out, I don't want to season my own food. It should be prepared as it. Also, I had the short rib buns and they were ok. The sweet potato fry topper was really stale and stiff, and the coleslaw seemed droopy and old - but it was fine. The delivery has also always come very quick, which is a plus as well. However, I don't want to order from a place where the food is hit-and-miss.

Bao buns are amazing! So fluffy and veggies super fresh and crisp. Nice quiet place with friendly…read morestaff.

came here for dinner. They have a pretty good sized space for nyc and the prices are good as well…read more There's a bar as soon as you enter and stairs to go upstairs to more seating. Theres about 15 tables so definitely make reservations I didn't really thjnk they were so different and outstanding compared to other thai restaurants but they offer good prices and service and are probably the best in the area. The jeeb dumplings were my favorite dish here, but I also liked the larb chicken mango salad and stir fry chicken. The staff is stand out - super friendly, shout out to Jimmy! And they have great drinks I loved the flunk flink.

I never expected that it's a Thai / Vietnamese restaurant until I saw the menu. It's nyc restaurant…read moreweek so we were delighted to know that they participate to the promotion . Lunch with appetizer/main entree costs only $30. Additional fee for a dessert and drinks. They have nice selections for their fixed menu . I picked the shrimp summer roll Thai style and Vietnamese pork chop with noodle and Chinese broccoli. I have never enjoyed my meal this much. A flavorful and enticing combo meal. We skipped dessert as we are already filled up by what we got. Our server was so great. Fast and friendly. She even volunteered to take our photo. My friends enjoyed their steak as their entree and rib for appetizer. The place is pretty neat especially its second floor with lots of chandeliers all over the dining area. It's a bit dark on our section . Sears and tables are old but still showing the used to be elegance of the place. Location is at the popular restaurant row. Will come back.

Teri Teri Means Terrible Times Two! Plus $65 tab to complete…read morethe formula! I am always wary of trying Asian food in Union City but once again, I gave in to my Asian stomach without using any logic and intellect. New Jersey is a big state so I hesitate to throw all NJ Asian restaurants in the garbage, but it's easier to go back to my beloved Chinatown than to drive hours to a reputable and honorable place within NJ. Upon entering, the place felt unclean and neglected, already a sign of the doom ahead. We ordered the "combo" or in a real Japanese place, called a bento; one salmon and one mackerel. When the plates arrived, I could not suppress my surprise, which burst out in the form of uncontrollable laughter. The enormous plates were filled with rice and on one sad side, was a small piece of dry fish. Then, the rest of the "combo" came later, the tempura in boxes and the California roll on another plate. My companion wanted tempura sauce, but I told him that they would be very confused. And I was right, the server had no idea what it was. Chicken wings were chicken wings, nothing to remark about, except that I suspect they are always frozen, with a good margin for the restaurant. I am surprised that there is another location on Bergenline because what type of a lunatic would think that this unforgivable menu and cooking deserve two locations? I understand that the population is mostly latino in the area but it is a shame that they are introduced to Asian cuisine in such a deplorable and degraded manner.

A preamble (or verbal ramble, take your pick): My reviews of…read morerestaurants tend to follow a certain pattern. I write about ordering a ton of food, joke once again that I'll have to start that diet very, very soon and bemoan those days long past when I used to eat like Art Carney's Ed Norton and drink like Ralph Kramden's Jackie Gleason and never gain a pound. Well, that "very, very soon" diet has finally, belatedly, become a reality. A few weeks ago, I went to my pulmonologist, and I weighed more than I ever have in my life. It shouldn't have been a shock, but it was...a bit. I talked with my oldest friend, who is my age (I'm older by 3 months), and he weighs what he weighed in high school. I don't think that's going to happen to me, but I'm thinking if I really seriously diet and lose the excess weight, maybe I can reverse or at least ameliorate some of these medical issues I've been dealing with lately. As my friend said, "At the very least, you'll feel a lot better." So... I'm trying. In the past few weeks, I've managed to lose 15 pounds. I don't think I'm going to make high school weight (which, if I remember right, was in the 190's), but I've got a good momentum going, and I'm committed to seeing where it will lead. What possible relevance does all that have to a review of Teri Teri Japanese Restaurant in Union City? It means I'm not going to be reviewing the appetizer, or the soup, or the large, spicy meal, or the rich desert, or the headache-inducing-but-soul-satisfying Coconut Bubble Tea. In other words, I'm going to eat moderately and healthily, and the review will reflect that (even if, as is my self-indulgent custom, I'm not writing a review that's moderate or...healthy? No. Let's say moderate, concise and to-the-point). Preamble over. On to the actual review... In the past, the Lunchbox Mafia where I work used to order from Okinawa and I liked their Bento Box. Sadly, they no longer offer the Bento Box, and we haven't ordered from them lately. A few times, though, we've ordered delivery from Teri Teri, and I've been satisfied. The Chicken Combo was a pretty good Bento Box replacement, with soup, salad, rice, tempura, slices of ginger (love 'em!) and a 5-piece California roll (I loathe sushi, but I can handle the California roll). Recently, the Lunchbox Mafia was going to order from Teri Teri, asked if I wanted to join them, and I checked out the menu-- and it was certainly a novel experience for me, perusing the items offered for "healthy choices." I decided on the Salmon Plate, which came with salad and rice. Delivery was quick and the prices seemed reasonable. I can't remember what The New Godfather of Lunch or Sir Cheapness (former Godfather of Lunch) ordered, but I had 2 very large pieces of perfectly cooked Salmon, and a massive pile of rice, which I picked at sparingly. The Salmon was delicious and very filling all on its own. And the salad was comprised of quality lettuce (it has always been my experience that if you receive a salad made up chiefly of Iceberg lettuce, you're eating at a cheap...in terms of quality, not necessarily price...restaurant). Once my heart had recovered from the unexpected shock of my healthy eating, I imagined I could hear it offer up a faint but...dare I say it?..."heartfelt" paen of thanks to whatever God or Gods exist that I've finally...at long last... changed my ways? (I think my liver offered up that same paen of thanks when I stopped the drinking and the opioids). In any event, all of my usual verbose nonsense aside, I've liked what I've had from here, and whether your tastes run to heavy, spicy meals or more healthful alternatives when it comes to Japanese cuisine, Teri Teri is highly recommended.

Anja and Beau made our night at Buddakan unforgettable. From the moment we sat down, they were…read morewarm, attentive, knowledgeable, and effortlessly on top of every detail--exactly the kind of service that turns a great dinner into a full experience. They gave excellent recommendations, checked in at all the right times without ever making us feel rushed, and brought such genuine, upbeat energy to the table. You can tell they truly care about making guests feel welcomed and taken care of. The food and atmosphere at Buddakan were already incredible, but Anja and Beau elevated the entire evening. If you're dining at Buddakan, ask for Anja and Beau if you can--you'll be in the best hands. Easily some of the best service I've had in New York. 10/10.

Anja and Beau were honestly the BEST servers! From the moment we arrived until the moment we left,…read morethey were both incredibly kind, welcoming, and helpful. They made sure we were comfortable and well taken care of throughout our entire visit, and their energy was amazing. They even surprised my boyfriend with a little birthday treat, which was such a thoughtful and sweet gesture. We appreciated it more than they probably realize, and it made his birthday feel extra special. Thank you, Anja and Beau, for making our experience so wonderful! You both deserve all the recognition, and we'll definitely remember the kindness you showed us. We'll definitely be back for them!

Came in for an early dinner while walking around Hoboken. No complaints! Restaurant was empty…read morebesides us (it was raining) so service was good. Reasonable prices. Appreciated ice in the water

Saku is attractive in a strange Two-Face kind of way, where one room is all pink sakura lightness…read moreand being, while the other room (where we were seated) is all dark, depressing velvet underground melancholy. The menu kind of reflects this struggle too, as it can't seem to decide if it wants to offer more traditional Japanese sushi-ya fare or something more innovative. As a result, we kind of wound up with the middling middle with our choice of 4 specialty rolls: 1) Saku: Probably the best and most traditional of our rolls with salmon and avocado inside, and ponzu, chives and crispy shallots on the outside. 2) Lobster: Not enough lobster salad inside to justify the overuse of miso-yuzu mayo, and just a whole ton of filler nonsense going on outside wrapped in pink soy paper. 3) Drop It Like Its Hot: Not spicy enough to justify the cute name. This should've been an easy slam dunk in flavor, but everything felt kind of bland and flat. Maybe due to the lack of nori. 4) Crunch Drunk Love: Lots of fish, but again, not enough flavor. We also got the Edamame with Spicy Miso Butter, which was just OK--the butter was weirdly sour. I wouldn't order it again. In fact, I....wouldn't really order anything here again.

Hidden gem in deep jersey city! The food and service were…read moregreat! for the banh mi, I really liked how the bread was a little crispy and warm. for the pho, the broth was flavourful and the portion was good!

Took a trip down central Avenue to the SAIGON BISTRO…read more Decided to give this place a shot and it was on point. Place was small with very little tables but the food spoke for itself. We started with the fried dumplings and I ordered the grilled chicken plater and my company ordered the beef pho. I can only imagine how warming that pho is come winter time it was delicious and we will make us visit again. The service was fast and made easy. Worth a spot all together the food ended up being around 40 bucks plus tip.

Wow!! Best hidden gem in New Jersey. Fresh food and even better service. Favianna, jazmine and BK…read moreare great staff on a busy Saturday summer afternoon

Such a hidden gem! The decor is intimate, cozy, and just plain adorable--it feels like the perfect…read morelittle date spot. The staff... OMG, so friendly and attentive! From the moment I walked in, I felt completely welcome. The food? Absolutely delicious and just the right portions. The Loco Tiger Roll was incredible--my man literally ate every single grain of rice off the plate. My personal favorite was the Spicy Girl Roll--so flavorful, fresh, and soooo good! If you're looking for a local sushi spot that's not just about great food but also warm vibes and amazing service, this place is a must.

One of Weehawken's underrated gems. I spent many evenings here watching the sunset after moving to…read moreNew Jersey, and it's always been peaceful and relaxing. The sushi is consistently fresh and reasonably priced, making it a great alternative when I don't feel like splurging on a steakhouse. Beautiful waterfront views without the crowds. Definitely worth visiting.

The best restaurant in the area. The sushi is phenomenal, as well as the cocktails. Service is…read moregreat and quick, and I'm always wanting to go back every weekend!! Also the views are epic