Ramen Azuma -- Consistently On Point…read more This spot is amazing. The lunch specials are a great deal, and the ramen is always on point--rich, flavorful broth that hits without being overpowering. The Japanese coffee is honestly some of the best I've had in the tri-state area. I've tried a few of their appetizers as well, and everything has been consistently delicious. Service is always solid, and I've never had an issue getting a table. The vibe is relaxed and cool, prices are fair, and the lunch specials are definitely the move--especially since the sides switch up, which keeps it interesting. Easy parking is a big plus too. If you're into ramen, this is a must. You won't be disappointed. I'll keep coming back as long as they're open.

Can't go wrong with ramen & curry. Love how they have both for people who just cant decide between…read morethe two. The ramen broth was so flavorful but the ramen was just ok. Nothing really stood out to me as far as flavor or noodle texture. The curry was almost all just sauce over rice so I would pass on this dish next time. Loved the fried chicken though. Crunchy non the outside and super juicy on the inside. The dipping sauce had a slight kick to it but was manageable. The gyoza was average as well. Overall, a pleasant experience. The inside is spacious and clean. Staff are friendly and service was fast.

The place is pretty tiny. Probably not the best for groups. I imagine it could get packed quickly…read more Overall I liked the vibe. Kind of cool seeing the chef tending to the grill. My dining partner and I were seated rather quickly. Our server took our drink orders and came back promptly so we could order our food. The menu is pretty extensive but we ordered an assortment of skewers and a bowl of ramen to share. The skewers came out little by little; about 3 skewers per plate. They didn't come all at once so I assume they bring them out as they finish getting grilled. The chicken heart was some of the best I've ever had. I'm not sure if it's the way it was sliced, the seasoning, or just everything about it but I wish we ordered more. The tail skewer was another standout. It had so much crunch that it was almost like it was fried. The flavors were rich and varied. Each skewer cost upwards of $4 so that's a bummer. Unfortunately the ramen wasn't so great. Not terrible, but not great either. Especially not great for $19. Not my first choice for ramen. Is it the most bang for your buck? Certainly not. But I did enjoy my meal and in the end, that's what matters.

I really wanted to like this place because they seemed to authentic Japanese yakitori and attract a…read morelot of Japanese/ asian customers, but overall it was a disappointing experience. The dining area is in rough shape -- cracked wood, dusty interior, and a generally run-down vibe that makes it feel borderline dirty rather than "casual." Service was also frustrating. Our servers couldn't answer basic questions about the menu, which is already hard to follow if you're not familiar with Japanese terms. It left us feeling lost rather than guided. On top of that, the pricing is steep for the suburbs -- $5-$8 per skewer adds up really quickly, and it just didn't feel worth it given the atmosphere and service. All the yakitori was decent but nothing mind blowing, smaller servings and overly salty. To make matters worse, the tap water was awful -- honestly undrinkable. Look at my picture I'm shocked they thought this was acceptable to bring to our table. The food itself may be authentic, but everything else about the experience dragged it down. Unfortunately, not somewhere I'd come back to.

Lemme tell you the portions here are HUGE! I've been eating the brisket kimchi fried rice for 4…read moremeals and still have one portion left. flavor wise the kimchi fried rice was absolutely killer. Super umami with an intense kimchi flavor, the rice itself was a sticker rice as well and thoroughly flavored. The added brisket was rich and extremely tender, i tend not to be a brisket fan but this was a hit! Despite being on the pricey side the huge portion of food makes it reasonable. One note is I got the fresh mango fruit tea and I was not a fan, it was super sour and didn't really taste like tea whatsoever, more like a sour lemonade. Service was super quick, food came out in about 8 minutes piping hot. The inside is rather small but a few dining tables, i'd say it seems more like a takeout place with the front counter set up. But was still a solid dine in experience.

Average food, nothing amazing Small place…read more prices are reasonable People are nice who work there

I was having a huge craving for some authentic ramen. We hadn't been back for a while, and we…read morewondered if anything had changed. I can honestly say, they have... for the better! For one thing, there's more indoor seating now. We were seated quickly, and our waiter handed us the menu. Based on my older photos, I'm pretty sure they've expanded their offerings. I noticed right away that they now serve Vietnamese coffee, and being a coffee lover, I simply had to try it. The waiter asked if I wanted it iced or hot, and I chose iced. Out came the Vietnamese coffee dripper, slowly dripping rich, aromatic coffee into my cup. On the side was another cup filled about three-quarters full with ice. I ordered the combo: Tonkotsu ramen noodles with a spicy pork rice bowl. The broth of the ramen noodles was incredibly fragrant as well as flavorful. It was not overly salty, as I find in many ramen restaurants. The noodles had the perfect QQ texture. Moving over to my spicy pork rice bowl, it was such a comfort bowl. You definitely have to stir before you eat, as the bottom of the bowl has all the spicy sauce. I am a huge fan of these types of bowls. As I ate happily, my phin filter finished brewing. The waiter had already placed condensed milk in the cup, so I gave it a quick stir. Taking advantage of the freshly brewed warmth, I sipped it hot first, then poured a bit over ice to compare. My verdict: if you enjoy a robust flavor, drink it hot. If you prefer something smoother and less intense, pour it over ice. Personally, I loved it hot, but be aware, Vietnamese coffee has more caffeine than espresso. It's sweeter too, thanks to the condensed milk. Our waiter made it not too sweet, at my request. He absolutely nailed it. Outright nirvana. They have a small parking lot, plus additional street parking. Outdoor seating is still available, which is lovely when the weather's warm. Phenomenal food and beverages. Highly recommend!

Got the beef ramen combo with veggie dumplings, and lychee boba (takeout). Food was ready quickly…read more But the pricing wasn't clear. It said the combo was $18, and the boba was $5. But then the total came out to $29 after tax?? Apparently I got charged an extra $3 for the beef?? Then the way they package the food could be improved. So there was a container with the broth, and a smaller inner container holding the other ingredients. It was a little inconvenient to get out, but once I did, I dumped it into the broth. But the noodles were on the bottom, meaning they were on top after the flip. So I was stuck just eating my way through the noodles before I reached everything else, and it was all in a big block, so it took a while to soften and loosen up. Also the container was kinda tall, so it was awkward to get the fork in there. Anyway, the food itself was good. The broth had a lot of flavor. Beef was fine, but could've been browned more. Veggie dumplings were awesome, and the lychee boba was obviously delicious.

Tucked away in this building with multiple complexes inside, this restaurant is always a hit…read more(especially for those late dinners). Interior is small and seats can fill up quickly. Their tendons and sets are always soooo much food and so delicious. Tendons are always crisp and their appetizers (esp the eggplant) NEVER disappoints. Be patient with them cause there's usually only one waiter but food comes pretty quickly regardless.

Stopped by IT show after couple of years since my last visit. The store looks pretty much the same,…read morenice comfy space. Menu has slight changes. Found the new 'ade' drinks. Mango-ade was fizzy and sweet. Chicken karaage was really well cooked. This time I got the shrimp tempura set. Lots of good stuff in it including rice bowl with soft boiled egg, cabbage salad, miso soup and a huge bowl of shrimp + vegetable tempuras. Tempura were fluffy and crispy, not overcooked or burnt. Service was great. Food was served in fast pace. Overall we had a great lunch.

Great atmosphere and delicious food! The server was super friendly and patient explaining…read moreeverything regarding the sushi and combos and providing a great service.

Good food and nice people good service ..... ............ and very kind for my kids ambiance ...read more

Come here occasionally and this place never disappoints. My usual is the tonkotsu Ramen. Their hand…read moremade noodles... made perfectly and the pork broth, bursting with layers of flavor. This location also serves bao buns (the main reason I come to this location most). All of their three options are great but I LOVE their fried chicken buns with their house made spicy sauce! There is about 10 tables with bar seating as well. Depending on the day and time you come, you might have to wait a few minutes but it's worth the wait. Service is always friendly and the restaurant is located in a plaza so there is plenty of parking.

I used to go to the other location more in Fort Lee but lately I've been visiting this more recent…read moreoffshoot by Bergen Blvd. It's generally less crowded than the original location and the service here is good. The owner or manager was also very kind and gave some free stuff for my kids. All in all it was what you'd expect from Menya - very good ramen that always hits in the right ways, especially on those cold days or nights when you've got a serious noodle craving. Their ramen is great and their gyoza is also top notch. The shoyu ramen here is right on point and is my favorite of the bunch. It's also got easy access to parking which is also an other plus as well. You can't go wrong if you want ramen in the area and come to this particular location.

We were traveling through the area and we popped in for a quick bite. The young lady at the counter…read morewas super nice and the meal was quite tasty. This little gem was the perfect spot to share some classic simple Korean eats.

Food is great. Priced well. Strictly Korean cuisine. No table service but you order at the counter…read moreand they deliver your food. Staff is very friendly and helpful although there is a bit of a language barrier but nothing I couldn't navigate through. Order online and pick it up No charge Parking is available in 2 free parking lots but no parking in front. No liquor license but I don't know if it's BYOB

Had lunch today at So Gong Dong Tofu & BBQ in their Hackensack, NJ location…read more Inside is pretty spacious with lots of seating. The establishment has a very calm atmosphere, with a clean modern ambiance perfect for casual dining. Ambiance rate 7/10. To start off, they give an array of bottomless Korean side dishes like fish cake, kimchi, and radish which I enjoyed. My friend and I ordered... 1. Seafood Pancake: This appetizer was incredibly delicious! The variety of seafood incorporated into this soft Asian style savory pancake made it very flavorful! Rate 9/10. 2. Beef Tofu Stew: This had beef, kalguksu, and tofu at a regular spice level. This dish was average, nothing special. I enjoyed the tender beef. This dish tastes very heavy of tofu, even from a sip of the stew. Therefore, if you're a big fan of tofu, this dish is for you! Rate 6/10. 3. Pork Bulgogi Bento Box: I was satisfied with this box due to all the different kinds of foods included in it, such as miso soup, pork bulgogi, tempuras, japchae, salad, and rice. Overall, it was delicious and filling! However, the pork bulgogi wasn't too flavorful, or that spicy like advertised, and it was really oily. Rate 7/10. The service was very quick, and although our waiter was helpful, he didn't seem that friendly. For example, if I asked for more napkins, he would seem annoyed. Service/staff rate 5/10. Overall, this place is a nice spot to enjoy casual Korean food. However, I wouldn't come back here again because of the mediocrity of the dishes, and limited menu selection.

Stopped by the Hackensack SGD location and never been more happier! I am a huge fan of SGD as I've…read morebeen to the Hartsdale location. I love their tofu and galbi and always crave it. This SGD was on our way to Ikea in Paramus and we stopped by for lunch. First when we walked in the server saw us coming with our baby stroller and already lead us to a nice table where we were able to park our baby in a good location next to the window. I felt she was already attentive! We went on a weekday and it was not too busy. The menu here was slightly different, they offered extra noodle dishes that I had not seen in the other SGD location! But it didn't matter to me, because I was only craving galbi. So we ordered the galbi and hubby got the tofu stew with beef and kimchi, which he declared was the best! Overall loved this location. Good service and very clean.

Freshly double-fried chicken. I loved how fresh the chicken and fries were. They came with a spicy…read moremayo and a ketcup. My sister got buffalo wings so she also got a side of ranch. Their dips were delicious as well! I am from the West Coast, so the chicken was different, but still good. The customer service was great as well. The owners were kind. I would love to come here to support small business which is what I do.

Where to start, I ordered the party box A and chicken teriyaki…read more Everything on the party box A was very good with the exception of the soy garlic chicken wings which felt too fried and lacking on the soy garlic flavor. French fries were very good along with the mini burgers, on the grilled shorts ribs were also as good but a little on the fatty side. Chicken teriyaki according to my wife tasted too sweet to her liking, I found it ok when I tried it. Will I try FoodLab again? Of course I will