What a shining gem in this Walmart shopping center! The decor and atmosphere make you forget you're in Marion up in the mountains. The coy fish tank and sit up bar with all the little details make you feel like you're in a ramen bar in Japan. I ordered the mocha boba tea and really enjoyed it along side my pork bahn mi, the grilled pork did really well with the crisp pickled vegetables, fresh herbs, and toasty French bread. Wasn't a huge fan of the spring roll, they were served Luke warm, I like the vermincili noodles cold. I would like to come back and try the extensive ramen menu, we just weren't in a hot broth mood this time. read more

Sakura Japanese Ramen - Mocha boba tea - Ramen Near Me - Marion, North Carolina

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Having recently returned to Western North Carolina after living in San Diego for 35 years one of the things we were prepared to give up was Pho. Well, life in Marion just got a whole lot better! We had dinner at Sakura a couple of weeks ago and have since returned two more times. I had the pho which is a traditional Vietnamese soup. The broth was excellent and the version I got had brisket and eye of round, it was delicious! My wife got the vermicelli and said it was authentic. We also had egg rolls which were also delicious! We haven't tried the Ramen but will eventually get around to it I'm sure. I highly recommend Sakura as the staff is friendly and the food is delicious! read more

Interesting they have both Japanese and Vietnamese food. Ordered Tonkotsu ramen, Mayu ramen, pork dumplings, and Tokoyaki. Took advantage of the lunch special to get a free small milk tea. (From 11 AM to 2 PM every day, every entrée ordered with an appetizer or a dessert comes with a free small milk tea or sweet tea). The Tonkotsu Roman isn't like the typical ones I've had, not as creamy or deeply flavored. It was more like a home-cooked soup. My partner liked the Mayu ramen, whereas, I thought it was OK. It was like a woody flavored Ramen. The Tokoyaki wasn't for me-too mushy inside. The dumplings were good, had some cellophane noodles inside. The milk tea was OK. They were able to make it less sweet for me at request. The best part was the complementary Chinese guava hard candies, located at the cashier. They seemed short staffed, but they we're bustling like no other. The guy that helped us, not sure if he was the owner, was nice to us. It's nice looking inside with the decorations/ paper lanterns. Limited high chairs are available. read more

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Ate here this evening with family. Had the Shoyu, Spicy Ramen, Steak Ramen and a couple appetizers. I've been to high quality ramen restaurants in larger cities, and for a small town, this was pretty decent. We enjoyed the Shoyu and Spicy Ramen, but we don't recommend the steak (also the priciest at $17.99). Had the green tea and the magic mocha milk tea as well...also recommend! I do wish they had other offerings, like Banh-mi, but it's a ramen place. There are a couple rice dishes and some other apps I'd like to try. The restaurant was very nice, and servers were helpful. We would likely return. read more

Sakura Japanese Ramen - Shoyu Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Marion, North Carolina

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The first time I tried this place I had no idea what I was doing. I had never had bubble tea, and I got my ramen to go. Mistake. The gentleman there was so enthusiastic that I felt a bit of pressure and didn't want to go back. My friend wanted to go for lunch and I decided to give it another try. We ate there, I got a watermelon milk tea, a banh mi sandwich and tried some of her ramen. I am so glad I went back! I loved the tea, I was not sure how it would be but decided I was so hot and I was willing to take a chance. I would get it every time. Well maybe a bit too much sugar, but every time I can have sugar I will get it. The sandwich was great after I took off the jalapeno. Wish I would have realized it was there before the first bite. That had so serious heat to it. After I took that off and could actually taste it, the flavors came together so well. The ramen was good. I have been spoiled with some excellent ramen living in bigger cities, so my standards are high. As always I do wish there were more vegetarian options without mushrooms and with flavor. That being said this was good and I would go there again. read more

The spicy pork Ramen is not for the faint of heart. Absolutely delicious and perfectly seasoned. Service was prompt. Food preparation was fast ingredients are fresh no MSG. Definitely will be back. read more

Omygahhhh I diddnt even know we gotta ramen spot over here in Marion waaaat! Holy heck yes dang sign me up I'mmabouta be here all the tiem now the spicy ramen bowl was purrrfectly spicy level spicy and super rich and nourishing I been dang sick for like 3 days with a cold no I didnt take no cova test lol why would I do that gtfo but yeah dang this bowl o ramen got me all like boom bow whap boom bow yeaaaaah feelin good yo I'mma go climb a mountain now byyyeee Oooh also top tier chopsticks here for sure read more

Food was great, friendly environment and fast service. I would definitely go back if we're ever in the area again!

Excellent and beautifully prepared but little pricey. Menu is a bit hard to understand.

This place is so underrated!! They have traditional Vietnamese food and it's LEGIT! Delicious food and very sweet staff! We had Chicken Pho, Beef Bahn Mi and chicken wings and all of them were 10 out of 10! Do yourself a favor and go see Ken at Sakura. read more

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Had the tonkotsu and my daughter had the mayu ramen. The tonkotsu was super bland, the broth lacked the signature porkiness of a great pork bone broth and was quite thin, the noodles were definitely overcooked. I had to add lots of soy sauce to make it bearable. The chashu was also lacking in flavor. My daughter's Mayu ramen broth tasted a bit sweet, which is a weird flavor for ramen. My wife had vietnamese grilled pork and that was definitely better than their ramen. I hope they improve the taste of their ramen! read more

I went with my daughter for the first time to eat there. I've picked up many orders to deliver for Door Dash so I've been inside and have smelled all of the amazing food served there! Walking in we are greeted and drinks are order while walking to the table. Server is very welcoming and brings to the table our drinks and two menus and explains one is Japanese and the other is Vietnamese, he says take your time and enjoy f you have any questions give him a call over. There are so many choices between the two menus I was wanting most of the items on it. We both decided on the stir fried ramen mine with shrimp and hers was beef! It was so good! I've never spilled a drink at a table that I can remember but I did and it went all in my plate (I was embarrassed) the server came over immediately and cleaned it up and went to the kitchen and remade the entire plate. That's why I tell you the care and service there is EXCELLENT !! This food is so flavorful and hot that steam was coming off of it! The seating is cozy and comfortable from 2 to a table to a large party sized table! If you live in or are traveling through Marion NC off Exit 81 Westbound Interstate 40 stop and give it a try! YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED! read more

Sakura Japanese Ramen - This is the stir fried ramen noodle with grilled shrimp,broccoli,bamboo shoots,sprouts,onions and seasoned perfectly! - Ramen Near Me - Marion, North Carolina

I don't understand why this place isn't more busy. It has it all, friendly service, freshly prepared food with fresh ingredients, and good atmosphere. The grilled chicken Banhmi was excellent, especially dipped in the recommended sauce. The spring rolls were light , tasty, and refreshing . Please check out this different place to eat . read more

Been here a few times. The food has been good every time, but if you don't want the waiter/manager/owner standing at your table and looking into your eyes and talking while you're trying to eat. The last time he also decided to walk up, put some sauces on my plate, grabbed my utensil out of my hand and started moving my food around on the plate. This has only happened during the times I went when they weren't busy. If they're busy, he won't have the time to play with your food. read more

This place is a rip off. I got spicy ramen and there was literally three slivers of meat. I paid $16 + for a bowl of bone broth essentially. Skip this place. read more

The food is just one word delicious!! We just got done grocery shopping and thought well let's go and get some takeout honestly so fresh so good super hot loved every bit !!! we will definitely go back, and it was just on a whim on a Monday night so so glad we pick them !!! The service was excellent he was so nice I believe the owner. My husband and I enjoyed his company while we were waiting for takeout! read more

Really good Ramen highly recommend it, I'm a truck driver it's down the street from pilot. read more

Sakura Japanese Ramen - Spicy Ramen, just how I like it - Ramen Near Me - Marion, North Carolina

The steak ramen soup was phenomenal. The broth was especially tasty. Service was absolutely great from the moment we walked in. Located in a strip mall, the ambiance was ok. The food and service made up for any lack in at atmosphere. read more

For a town like Marion this place is a gem. We started out with the pork dumplings, pork buns and spring rolls. All very good but the dumplings had an intense pork flavor unlike dumplings I have encountered in most places. Dad had the Teriyaki Chicken. It was very well presented and he enjoyed it immensely. I had the spicy ramen which was again very well presented and very flavorful. I am not a ramen connoisseur. This is my first experience with a ramen shop. But quality is easy to recognize even as a novice. I am, however, familiar with most of the Asian cuisines. Coming from Central Florida I have had great Thai, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Laotian and Chinese. Around here these are either not represented or are usually mediocre. When a restaurant takes pride in what they do and do it right it is easy to tell. The people here care about what they make, in house. Oh, and they deliver too! We've already done that once as well. Just as good as delivery as it was on premise. A jewel indeed. Let's keep them in business people! read more

We stopped for lunch earlier today, as other yelpers gave good reviews. Had the shrimp spring rolls for appetizer, and they accommodated my partner as she doesn't like shrimp. They also offered peanut sauce for her. Kudos! We both had Ramen, and oh my, what a large serving. Although my partner managed to eat the whole bowl, I had half left, so took it home. Both had wonderful broth (but darn hot in temp.). Flavors were great ! Our server was super nice, and the atmosphere lovely. Will definitely be back again. read more

Spicy ramen and vegetable ramen was excellent. Service was friendly and prompt, we were taken care of.

Terrible. We ordered the Tokyo Beef and it came with shrimp. My husband is allergic to shrimp. Nothing on the menu indicated there would be shrimp on it. When I called, the young lady told me that it was my fault for not letting them know he was allergic to shrimp. Then when I asked to speak to the manager, she hung up on me. When I finally did get hold of the manager, he told me that I should have looked at the pictures on the menu better. There was ZERO indication that there was shrimp in the beef dish - none. He pretty much told me that it was my own fault that there was shrimp on the dish because I didn't tell them he was allergic. They didn't offer to do anything to make it right either. No refund, no apology. Definitely will not be doing business here ever again. read more

Our group tried various plates from here. All but one were lacking. My pho had a flavorless broth, less than 2 oz of meat and about a cup of noodles. The side plate of vegetables has two slices of jalapeños, 1/4 cup mung bean sprouts and a tiny wilted piece of Italian, not Thai basil. $13. My friend's rice and shrimp had six grilled shrimp, perhaps a cup of rice, some sauce in a bowl and an old hunk of iceberg lettuce with browned edges. $13 The one plate that seemed the best was the vermicelli dish which looked nothing like the picture on the menu, but carried an ample amount of meat, noodles and an egg roll. At $14 a pricey but decent choice. Don't plan on returning. read more