Date night! Hajime in Elk River is a solid local spot if you're craving Japanese food. I ordered…read morethe filet mignon hibachi and my husband went with the spicy crab roll and the Anchor's Tattoo roll. Everything we had was flavorful and fresh - the hibachi was especially delicious, even if it wasn't the full show-style experience you might expect from a traditional hibachi place. The rolls were well-prepared, with good texture and balance. Service was friendly and quick, and our food came out without much wait, which is always a plus. That said, the interior could definitely use some updates. The decor and furniture feel worn and outdated, which stands out more when you consider the price point. It's not enough to ruin the experience, but a little refresh could go a long way. A few small things: the spinach salad served with the hibachi wasn't my favorite - the dressing was a bit off for my taste - and I missed the usual mushroom soup that typically comes with hibachi meals. Also, a heads-up to fellow diners: the fried rice came with chicken by default, which wasn't listed, and I would've preferred the plain white rice instead. All in all, Hajime delivers on food quality and service. With some minor adjustments and a facelift inside, it could easily be a standout. We'll be back!

Very nice and delicious sushi spot in Elk River. Hands down best chicken fried rice in MN! Sauce is…read more10/10 too!

I love Yanagi it's easily one of my go-to sushi spots. The staff is always so nice and welcoming,…read moreif you come here often enough they'll even remember your order. The raw sushi is really fresh and super good, and everything we ordered was delicious. The spicy yellowtail and tuna avocado rolls were so good, and the shrimp tempura had a nice crunch without being too heavy. Portions are solid for the price too and ordering online for pickup is super easy and quick. Definitely one of those reliable spots where you know you're going to get good sushi every time.

Excellent sushi and a much needed spot for Rogers. We came…read moreon Friday night and while it was quite busy our server Ella was attentive.

Recent review of Ten Sushi. We love this local sushi restaurant and come often whenever we're…read morecraving sushi. They have an extensive menu so everyone doesn't have to eat raw fish if it's not your thing. However, we love it. The sashimi pieces are generous and fresh. Service is great. My only issue is that the restaurant is small. Maybe 4 booths and about 6-8 tables. Last night we tried their "Happy Hour". Great food and drink prices and lots of items on the menu. Double sided and full sized sheet of soup, salad, appetizers, sushi, rolls, and drinks. Savings is averaging about 25% according to them.

We had a great first here we were seated right away since the restaurant wasn't very busy. It's on…read morethe smaller side, but I really liked being able to watch the chefs prepare the sushi right in front of us. I ordered the mango lemonade and loved that they offer several lemonade flavored options instead of just one. It wasn't overly sweet, which I appreciated, but I was hoping for more of that fresh mango taste. The soft shell crab was good, crispy and wasn't all greasy. I also ordered the sushi and sashimi combo. Everything tasted incredibly fresh, and the portion was very big I think it could easily feed two people since I had a lot of leftovers. The service was standard, nothing particularly impressive, but our waitress was welcoming and we never felt rushed. She refilled our lemonades quickly and I also appreciated the free parking in the strip mall, which made the visit even easier. Overall, I enjoyed my first experience here and would definitely come back to try more of the menu and maybe even a cocktail.

Great sushi and good prices. I had the spicy tuna roll and my husband ordered the bento box. We…read morewere happy with the portions. And it's very quiet in the restaurant. The server is very friendly and very quick service.

The salad is really yummy. Our waiter is very professional and friendly. Great food! We will…read moredefinitely come back :)

We visited during the soft opening on Saturday night. Although the restaurant wasn't very busy,…read moreservice started off a bit slow. Once we placed our order, however, our drinks and appetizer arrived quickly. The sushi came out with good timing, giving us a chance to enjoy the gyoza first. The sushi was served at room temperature and had a heavy layer of sauce, which overpowered the flavor of the rolls a bit. We also ordered a roll to go, which was freshly prepared and brought out right at the end of our meal. The ambiance was quiet and relaxed, with nice lighting that made the space feel comfortable. There are a few large TVs around the dining area, making it a good spot to catch a game without feeling like you're in a sports bar. The prices were very reasonable--we were pleasantly surprised by the total. Overall, it was a good first experience, and we're looking forward to coming back.

They used to be amazing but over the past few months the food quality has gone down hill. Our last…read morevisit the miso soup was lukewarm and watered down. The cucumber salad also used to be one of my favorites but they changed it and now I find it inedible. Service is normally quick, and it's always quiet inside.

My boyfriend and I checked out this place before going to the outlets in the area. One word we used…read moreto describe it is, "quaint." The restaurant is small and the menu has a lot of options. We both had ramen - spicy miso and spicy char siu. Both were average and a little salty for our taste. The service was quick and friendly. Our server did seem a little anxious, but overall she was sweet and helpful.

Have ordered many times and have never been disappointed. The gyoza dumplings are wonderful.read more

Wakame continues to be one of my favorite restaurants in town! We stopped in for happy hour the…read moreother night, and as always, it was such a great dining experience. We got the salmon hand rolls, spicy scallop hand rolls, shrimp tempura roll, Jeremy roll, Hot and Spicy Girl roll, big eye tuna, and inari - everything was delicious and beautifully prepared. The quality and flavors are always so consistent. The entire team is wonderful, and it's always great to see George. I've been coming to Wakame for years, and it's amazing to have a place that continues to deliver such great food, service, and atmosphere every time. Highly recommend!

It was pretty good. The menu is very diverse, so there's a lot of options depending on what you're…read morein the mood for. I got the curry (I forgot the exact name, something like manamma) at level 3 spice, which ended up being a bit too spicy for me, but the flavor itself was really rich and well done. Just be prepared to get a HUGE bowl that will feed you for at least 3 more days. The sushi was fair, nicely presented, just not the absolute best I've had. Still definitely worth ordering. They also have a great happy hour menu, which makes it easy to try a few different things. Service was smooth and food came out fairly fast. Wait time wasn't bad, even during a busier time. The space is clean and comfortable, good for both casual dinners and small group outings we had a party of 6. Portions are solid and everything felt consistent quality-wise. Overall, it's a reliable spot with a lot of variety. I'd go back to try more of the menu, just would probably adjust the spice level next time.

Much raving by my friends over this sushi/Asian grill location. It's in a strip mall in golden…read moreValley along Hwy 55. Plenty of parking and the place is huge so plenty of seating for walk-ins. Service was extremely prompt and very friendly. Would come here again if I was in the neighborhood. Loud, lots of families. Loved it. We stopped here for lunch after an estate sale in the neighborhood. I had the sushi lunch and she had the teryaki chicken bento box. Both were fresh and good. Prices and lunch selection are fair and competitive with similar restaurants like Kai's in the western suburbs. I did not venture out of the lunch menu because my friend does not eat sushi so I cannot attest to the quality of their special rolls. But they had an extensive listing, content and selection that would compare with Wakami in Minneapolis. Planning to come back with a sushi-loving friend to try the special rolls.

This is an all-you-can-eat sushi spot, but I'll be honest--I'm not a sushi person myself. My fiancé…read moreabsolutely loves it though and says the sushi here is great. For me, I stick to the non-sushi options and it doesn't disappoint. The chicken fried rice is my go-to and it's honestly so good, especially paired with their yum yum sauce. The cream cheese wontons are another standout - they are so addictive! Even if you're not into sushi, there are still solid options here that make it worth the visit! I also ordered vanilla ice cream at the end and it was the perfect end to the meal (forgot to take a photo). Also snagged a photo of some sushi rolls that were ordered!

Food was great! Amazing place to relax, charge phone and use wifi. Great atmosphere and service…read more Amazing ramen!

My friend and I were craving ramen and wanted to try this place out. Upon walking in, I noticed…read morethat the dining room was very well kept with a good amount of patrons. I went with the pork tonkotsu ramen and although it's one of the most basic dishes, I was very impressed with how this particular bowl was prepared. The food came in a timely manner and I could tell it was prepared to order versus having a bowl premade waiting to be served. The staff were very friendly too and even got a chance to chat with a few of the chefs. Definitely planning to come back again in the future!

Great food, fast friendly service! Fresh sushi made on site! Love to support local businesses!read more

Everything review is based on context but at the end, it's the quality vs the price. I would say…read morethat the quality is average but the price is high. Specifically, some of the sashimi fish was still frozen when eaten and that took away from my experience. Service is good and the ambiance is cozy because it's family friendly.