Surprised as many times as I have been to this Jinya Ramen Bar in Thornton Park that I have never…read morereviewed it. So here it goes. To start, they have a great Happy Hour 3-6 pm with a limited menu, but Sapporo drafts and local brews are under $5 each. That is a win right there. They also have beer and Sake flights. My Go to here is the Tonkotsu Black Ramen, but I have had the others and never a bad experience. There is something really welcoming about Jinya. I suspect they treat there staff well and hire the right people. Everytime I am here I feel like they are over staffed, but there are plenty of tables inside and out in this intimate venue. My two favorite happy hour dishes are the Salmon Pke Tacos and the Crispy Chicken. I used to live on Lake Eola Park and I so miss coming here. Glad I stumbled in here today.

The presentation of the food online is what initially drew me to this restaurant. I had the chance…read moreto try one of the vegan ramen options and added an egg to the dish. The tofu was very soft and not my favorite in terms of flavor, but everything else in the Spicy Creamy V Ramen was delicious. I also tried the Impossible meat bao, but the texture of the meat was a bit too firm or overcooked for my liking, especially paired with the soft bao bun. That said, I would definitely come back to try other items on the menu, as there are so many options to choose from. Our server, Carl, was very friendly and attentive. I visited on a Friday evening, and the ambiance was relaxed yet lively, with plenty of groups enjoying dinner or drinks at the bar.

I went here on Saturday around 3 pm and there were no other customers. The staff was kind and…read morepatient while ordering the food. Also, the music they played was very relaxing. I ordered Por Tonkatsu Curry Don. It was excellent, especially after adding the spicy sauce that they had. I also tried the Spicy Miso Ramen, which has been the best ramen I've ever had. The noodles were excellent cook, and all the dishes had so much flavor. I can't wait to go there again!

I went here for lunch today during Jury Duty. It was the highlight of the day for sure! The…read morewaitress had the best attitude and was very prompt and attentive during service. (It's right across from the courthouse so I imagine they know the drill). I ordered the Spicy Miso Ramen and was very pleased. The broth was delicious and it was a nice serving size for a great price. If you're unfortunate to have to stay through lunch for jury duty, fortunately you can try this place out!

I think how busy they always are speaks to how good they are…read more While they don't allow reservations and your party must all be present before being seated, the food is delicious. Their wings are so crispy, I think they're some of the best wings I've had. I also highly recommend their Tokyo Ramen. The chicken thighs in the ramen are crispy and have great flavor. I only wish there was more broth because it was so yummy. Food came out fast and service was great.

Amazing Japanese spot!!…read more Once you enter, you are met with a huge seating area including a bar where you can only get drinks. Most people in there are waiting for a table inside the main restaurant. Once we got called back, we sat at another bar area where you can see the kitchen. Very interesting layout. We started with the famous domu wings and I seriously will be thinking about the wings until I go back. So much flavor in those things. I love that the noodles are made in house so I wanted to try the ramen of course. I got the Richie Rich ramen which was tasteful but I wish you could choose to add some spice in it. Still great though. My sister got the tonkotsu with black garlic and she almost ate the entire thing. Also got some shishito peppers and that was also just as good as everything else. I kept seeing the lychee martini being ordered to I got that and it was as good as everyone mentioned. It does have popping boba at the bottom which I loved but I know not everyone likes it so just an fyi. My sister got the Roddy pom. The place is pretty small and they don't take reservations so be prepared to wait at least 30 minutes. We got there 25 minutes after opening and waited 40 minutes. The parking gets filled fast along with overflow parking being full so be prepared to find a spot.

Zaru has quickly become one of our favorite spots in the Mills area. We've been a few times now,…read moreand every visit has been consistently great. The food, the space, and the service, everything about it just feels right. Our go to is the chicken nanban udon easily a 10/10 every time. Flavorful, comforting, and always hits the spot. If you're in the Mills area and looking for something special, we highly recommend checking out Zaru. Definitely a place we'll keep coming back to!

UDON WANT TO MISS OUT ON ZARU | my first visit was during their soft opening a few years ago so I…read moreventured in again after they received their Michelin Bib Gourmand accolade to see how they've changed, aside from the slight price markup in one year. Of the zensai (appetizers), I've tried the Tatsuta-Age, which was pretty tasty. Hot and crispy with good flavor. The udon is also top notch. They make it in house. Perfect chewy texture, what Taiwanese would call "QQ" I realized after my second visit that I still have not tried an udon with hot broth. I've tried the Spicy Miso Tan-Tan Udon, which was quite tasty, although a little on the richer/heavier side. I have also tried the Mentaiko Tsukimi Udon which was refreshing in the cold broth. I paired it with an add-on of sliced beef, which was delicious, they serve it on the side so you can add to whatever dish on your own. What I wouldn't recommend... The Viet Coffee with sesame foam and crushed sesame seeds was hard to drink. I loved the initial flavors but the foam got a little greasy and clumpy when mixed with the crushed sesame seeds, particularly toward the second half of the coffee. I wouldn't order it again. I would be interested to see any updates they've made recently but with so many new restaurants on Mills, I may choose those first.

Had a great dinner at The Rev with my kids and it ended up being way more family-friendly than I…read moreexpected. The atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable for bringing children, and the staff made us feel welcome the whole time. The biggest hit was the kids ramen. It's a simple bowl of noodles and broth made just for younger diners, and my boys couldn't get enough of it,they practically inhaled it. Overall a great spot if you want something a little different than typical kid food while still having something on the menu they'll love. We'll definitely be back.

We had such a wonderful experience at this restaurant! From the moment we walked in, the staff made…read moreus feel genuinely welcome. Everyone was incredibly friendly, attentive, and eager to make sure we were comfortable. Their positive energy truly set the tone for the entire evening. The food was absolutely amazing. Every dish we tried was full of flavor, beautifully presented, and clearly made with care. You can tell the kitchen takes pride in what they serve. The staff's warmth and attentiveness turned a great meal into a memorable experience. We'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for fantastic food and exceptional hospitality!

Can't believe I haven't reviewed this place yet! Came here on a rainy Friday night right at opening…read moreexpecting no wait and when we arrived there was already a short line but were able to be seated for a table of 4. Izakaya style vibes as soon as you walk in, the space is small but they have a large waiting area. Perhaps the waiting area could be converted into more seating. You really can't go wrong with any dish here but some standouts are the chicken karaage, chashu gohan (braised pork belly with rice), and getting adventurous with any of the yakitori and kushiyaki dishes. Service is always great here, and food comes out quickly. Always great coming back!

The food was amazing, the ambiance transported us back to Japan, and our server Sky went above and…read morebeyond for us! Everything was so good, but the short rib for two, the mentaiko udon, and the dry aged Otoro were must orders. The short rib melted in your mouth, the udon was silky, and the otoro so fresh!

Stopped by for take out during lunch and it was great! Very affordable and excellent ramen. They…read morehave an overwhelming amount of tea options as well. Overall, it's a great stop for lunch or dinner. Their lunch specials are excellent. It is a casual ambiance. You walk up and order at the counter and then seat yourself. I'll be back again for lunch!

Best hibachi in Orlando at fair prices, takeaway or otherwise. Also serves a huge variety of tea,…read morematcha, boba, etc that are customizable.

Fantastic cocktails and service. Dalton and the team behind the bar are so friendly and all have a…read morepassion for craft cocktails. Not sure what to order? Trust them. Tell them what you like or don't like and they will create something (perhaps even off the menu). They do have a happy hour menu as well. Looking forward to visiting again!

I went to Tori Tori with my friends on a Wednesday night. We purposely went on a Wednesday to avoid…read morea wait and any issues with parking. The parking situation is not great. It's a small lot and you do have to pay to park however, Tori Tori will validate parking for a few hours, which is nice. Because it was a Wednesday we were lucky enough to find a booth with a large table. Tori Tori is an interesting concept because you seat yourself, you order yourself and you get drinks yourself. They do have a wait staff that brings food to your table, but everything is self serve. You have to go up to the bar to order anything you want and get the check. All of the food is tapas style. We ordered quite a bit, including chicken meatballs, garlic fried rice, avocado, brussels sprouts, mushrooms, Korean fried chicken and the Wagyu dumplings. The standouts were the mushrooms and the brussel sprouts both of which were very savory and the brussel sprouts also had a little bit of sweetness. Overall, the food is good, but for a Michelin restaurant, I was pretty disappointed. I don't think it lives up to the hype. The food is just okay and personally, I think there's better tapas in Orlando, such as Bulla.

So good! Every dish…read moreI've tried is great/flavorful. Side note, it is served as it comes out/tapas style so if you're eating with others just know food will come out at different times. I highly recommend the wings, dumplings, pad Thai, coconut shrimp.

Food Quality & Taste- 4/5 Hawkers is a solid and consistent…read moredining experience. I tried the roti, the twice fried Korean wings, the coconut shrimp, the Seoul hot chicken bao bun, the pad thai, and the chow faan. The standouts were the Seoul hot chicken Bao buns and the Chow faan. I've gone several times and I would definitely recommend this franchise. Service- 5/5 the service is great. it was fast, courteous, and fun!. The servers always have a positive and energizing attitude. Note: this restaurant serves Tapas style so dishes will come out as they are prepared in the kitchen. While I don't like to share lol, the dishes are meant to be shared. Atmosphere- 5/5 I love the vibe of this place. The restaurant is decorated with many pan-asian cultural elements. In some locations, you can hear the kitchen staff communicating with each other which gives a lot of energy to the restaurant as well. The music is often R&B and/or pop which also adds to the energy of the restaurant. This place is versatile. It can be a nice date night, a family night, or even a solo dinner at the bar. Value- 4/5 Hawkers has a great value. The dishes are generally cheap, or affordable. There are a few pricey options but you can definitely have a nice, affordable dinner with many of the options on the menu. combined with the fast and quick service it's definitely a strong option. Opportunities for Learning- 4/5 There are many opportunities for learning! The menu has a variety of pan-Asian options typically articulated in the original culture. So sometimes the menu will have you googling. Many of the ingredients on the dishes are also culturally specific which provides a really authentic vibe. They often change their menu so often when I visit I leave having learned something different than I knew before I walked in!

Laab w/ pork belly: the flavor and texture is interesting in the best way possible, with the…read morecrunchy texture from the finely cut roasted peanut (i think) and the unique savory semi sweet flavors from the seasonings they used. With the cucumbers and lettuce, it makes the dish refreshing and with sticky rice it was so good! Chicken curry: a nice mellow flavor thats not spicy and the chicken is super tender and juicy. The potatoes in the curry are nice and soft, with a bit of a bite, and with rice makes it a hearty meal!

Cute little restaurant for my fellow Lao people :). Packed at 1pm on a Saturday! 6/10 overall…read more I was not expecting there to be a pretty much Asia-Town in Orlando. Small restaurant, limited seating - maybe 50? I overheard someone coming into Bin Bong Cafe and ask where the "Lao" restaurant was. I was thinking "a Lao restaurant, am I hearing correctly?" They have Singha beer, japanese sake, and more. Water dispenser for water in the left corner by the counter. Just walk up to refill your cup. Hot or cold. I ordered Wings ($14, does not come with sticky rice), and Sticky Rice ($4). I like how they're playing J-pop at a Lao restaurant. Just makes me giggle a little. They have shrimp chips for sale (looks homemade) 4 people after who ordered for me got their food first. I feel like my order was just sitting for a while when I only got pre-bagged sticky rice and wings. They are indeed sticky wings. Lemongrass and bbq flavor?