My partner and I went here for a weeknight dinner. I got the shoyu ramen and my partner got the…read morehakata tonkotsu ramen. My shoyu ramen was very good, wonderful broth, great noodles and bamboo shoots, and a very flavorful soft boiled egg. The chashu was fairly small, but it was still a great bowl. My partner's tonkotsu was not as good as the shoyu. Nothing stood out as bad, but the broth was weak and the fungus was mediocre. It did have a very generous amount of chashu. The service was great and the atmosphere was impeccable. I will likely return.

Had a great experience at Kizuki! The ramen was absolutely delicious--rich, flavorful, and…read moresatisfying. I went with family, and we each tried a different broth. Across the board, everyone agreed: it was amazing. The servers were friendly, attentive, and checked in often to make sure we were doing well. That said, a few items were unavailable during our Sunday evening visit, including the pork belly, which was a bit disappointing. I also wish the bowls came with a bit more broth by default, we ended up ordering an extra serving for $4. If you're a broth lover, I'd definitely recommend adding the extra; it's worth it.

Hands down my favorite ramen spot in DFW. Nishiki Ramen never disappoints, they're always…read moreconsistent. The broth is rich, perfectly seasoned, and incredibly flavorful on its own -- but the Death Sauce, it takes the ramen to another level. The heat is bold without overpowering the depth of the broth, and it creates the perfect balance of spice and umami. The staff is very friendly who are there to make sure you get what you like. If you're a ramen fan in DFW and haven't tried this place yet, you're definitely missing out

Met up with a friend for dinner and generally enjoyed my ramen. I got the number 2, which seemed…read moreclosest to a typical Tonkotsu, and for the most part it was slightly above average! My one criticism is that the chashu was thin, lacked a bit of char, and was in small pieces, so I didn't feel like I got much. But the broth was pretty good and the service was kind. I found the price for a bowl just a tad steep, but nothing crazy. My friend mentioned that he liked the curry tonkotsu that he got but that his chashu tasted too much like bacon for him. I did want to mention also that I noted an extended vegan ramen menu while browsing for what I was getting. There was at least 6-8 flavors of vegan ramen. This would be a great stop for vegans!

Small restaurant but its cute. Decided to check it out for lunch. Staff were friendly and gave us a…read morefew things free from the chef. Everything was good! The flavors were all good! My husband said he would come back. - spicy chicken bento - salmon sashimi - nice and thick - salmon carpaccio - scallop roll -omg roll -kids chicken tenders a rice - plenty for my 3 and 5 yoa to share

We went here for lunch on a Saturday and I was surprised that they still honored their lunch…read morespecials on the weekend. Our table got a variety of rolls and bentos and we generally enjoyed it. If I had any complaints it was that they were pretty heavy on the krab in all of their rolls. The service was great and the atmosphere was nicely dim and cool

We visited on a Monday evening with a party of 6. We called ahead and were told a table would be…read moreready, but when we arrived, the server still had to push tables together for us. The restaurant wasn't busy at the time, so it was no big deal, but worth noting. The service was actually the highlight of the night, and earned this review one additional star simply because of the effort involved. Else it would be a 3 star review. There was only one server running the entire front of house while the restaurant got progressively busier, and only two chefs in the kitchen. Despite being swamped, the server worked her tail off. She didn't mess up a single order for our large group and kept things moving. I greatly appreciated her hard work. Appetizers (5/5): The wait for food was noticeable due to the staffing, but the appetizers were worth it. We ordered the Edamame, Yatai Gyoza, Agedashi Tofu, and Takoyaki, and all of them were delicious. Entrees (3/5): Unfortunately, the main courses were a bit basic compared to the starters. The Tonkotsu Ramen was strictly average; I've definitely had better broth and noodles elsewhere. If you are looking for the top-tier quality izakaya, Mr. Max Izakaya in Irving is hands down better option. However, you have to wait an hour for a table there.

Yatai is part of a large plaza filled with other restaurants, hot pots, grocers, and a Tai Kwondo…read moredojo. We had scouted it out online, looking for a ramen place near where we were staying in Plano. Unassuming on the front, the inside is an amazing atmosphere with a vibe straight from a Shinjuku street stall. The wait staff was polite, and very nice. The chef was working away inside the replica street stall. The food arrived quickly, and was delicious! So much flavor! Everything new was somehow even better than the dish we tried before it. So good, so tasty! If we come back for another visit, Yatai is now on our list of restaurants to eat at again!

A coworker and I came here for lunch and we both ordered the Reaper Ramen. This is easily our…read morefavorite ramen spot so far. Other places tend to serve thin slices of pork belly, but Oni Ramen gives you nice, chunky cuts that really stand out. My coworker even added extra pork belly. We both ordered it at the hot level and it was awesome--definitely did not disappoint once again. The young lady who served us was friendly, attentive, and great to deal with. We love this place and will definitely be back.

Stopped in for an early dinner after school with my kid and it was a great choice. The ramen was…read moredelicious -- rich, flavorful broth and perfectly cooked noodles. We sat at the bar and our server was incredibly kind and attentive. You can tell when someone genuinely cares, and she absolutely did. The space had a calm, cool vibe too. Definitely adding this spot to our Monday dinner list.

My favorite go to place after a long night shift at work. I've always been to the Carrollton…read morelocation because I lived there, but I had to transfer to Frisco for work. Plano is close by and what I love about Yama in Plano is their specials. My work bestie and I love trying out their specials. We've tried so many great things on the menu. I strongly recommend the specials; whelk clam nigiri and soy butter rice octopus! They're giving "tenderism." An amazing classic is also the Teardrop roll. Salmon, tuna, yellowtail, with jalapeños and kizami. Chef's kiss. Melanie is also very kind and knows everyone as well. She's super well rounded. Food and service is great! Ambiance is also super chill especially if you're getting off a shift late at night!

We went here because of the reviews and late night sushi options. I wasn't expecting too much but I…read morewas blown away by the experience. Everything from the liver to the sashimi was amazing. We would definitely go back! Even at midnight the place was packed. Service was pretty good considering how many people were at the bar and tables. Everything we had was fresh and delicious. If you're given the option, get the fried shrimp! That little guy was packed with flavor.

Fantastic Chicken Paitan! Delicious appetizers!…read moreAsk waitstaff for daily recommendations. Great staff. Highly recommend

Return visit: The…read morevibes are on point for a ramen shop - from seeing the chefs to the wooden aesthetic and nice lighting. The staff are friendly too, shout-out to the blonde high-school(?) kid who served me. I had the Spicy tan tan ramen and Pirikara chicken bites. The chicken bites have nice steamed buns and a great crisp factor and spicy level. While it was pricy, I really did enjoy this. For the ramen - I wanted something spicy and it delivered. I noticed the noodles were not as tender as they could be (this is probably by design) but I didn't like the extra al-dente firmness to the noodles. The broth was heavy - I saved the rest for lunch the next day. The vegetables, egg, and ground chicken were fantastic. I did notice the broth was way fattier than I am used to in Japan - normal in the states though. I need to try their chicken paitan next - apparently it's the most popular dish according to their website.

We stopped by for quick lunch and actually had a decent meal!…read more Shoyu Ramen with chicken was slightly bland but perfect for my tastes The better half loved the Khimchi Ramen. We both had left overs to take home. Price was good value for money! Service was courteous and ambience was quiet for Tuesday lunch

Solid ramen spot to visit. The food is consistently good and fresh, and the staff is very friendly…read moreand energetic! The ambiance is great for a family or solo dinner!

Came here on a recommendation from r/Plano for my boyfriend's 25th birthday. I'm not super huge…read moreinto fish so all my food was just okay for the cost, but bf loved all the fish and seafood that he got as well as his Sake Sangria. Very nice food quality for sure. The waitress was also kind enough to bring us out a birthday dessert unprompted and at no charge. I would recommend for Japanese seafood dish lovers. Warning about the parking: it's all street parking or a nearby garage. Be prepared to walk.

Awesome service, lovely ambiance, and fantastic food! We tried quite a few items:…read more -Matcha old fashioned -Hamachi crudo -BBQ pork ribs -Karaage -Brussels sprouts with walnuts and golden raisins -Pork belly and pork jowl from the grill -Assorted tempura -Tuna bowl and roll -Spicy poke bowl -Duck udon Everything was amazing. This place is hands down the best real deal Japanese I have found in DFW (easily comparable to any of my favorites in SoCal). I would come back here in a heartbeat to try the rest of the menu!

From the second we arrived, the staff warmly welcomed us and provided attentive and efficient…read moreservice. We ordered the gyoza, the ahi tower, and cherry blossom roll. Honestly, some of the best gyoza I've had. The Cherry Blossom Roll was beautifully plated and the portions of each roll will for sure fill you up. The ahi tower was delicious- I added ponzu sauce to cut some of the sweetness of the house sauce. Overall 5/5 stars

My partner and I live nearby and drive by often, so we decided to stop in for our date night this…read moreevening. The place was tiny but cozy, and we were seated and taken care of promptly. I got gyoza and Katsu Don, and my partner got a Charashi Bowl and Red Clam sushi. The gyoza I'd say was above average and pleasantly crispy. The provided salad was pleasant with a strong citrusy ginger flavor. The Red Clam sushi had wasabi hidden underneath the meat, so keep that in mind if you're a spice baby like myself. My partner described the Charashi bowl as good, especially for the price. My Katsu Don is where I felt everything fell a little flat. It was overly sweet, the rice underneath tasted a bit stale and like nothing, and the katsu itself was a bit too moist and no longer crispy on the outside. However, I must note that it was an impressive $13, when I feel the usual is more like over $20, for a decent amount. The waitstaff brought us these lovely pre-peeled and cut oranges with the check and they were a nice touch to the meal. Overall we had a decent, pleasant experience here!