I just found my absolute favorite sushi spot. Shout out to our server Rachael for recommending the…read moremost amazing gluten free dishes! I was the only person in my group that was gluten-free and the staff were so on top of it! Every single dish they brought out, they explained which had gluten in which did not. I will say the top two gluten-free dishes that stood out were the oysters with some sort of strawberry pickled sauce and the yellowtail sashimi with gluten free Ponzo sauce and tangerine!

Seated at the bar- the bartender really couldn't be bothered with me as he was too busy bro lancing…read morethe dudes from denver ( use those terms cause they keep saying bro and dude and hand slapped like 12 time) they invited him to Denver and he promised them a hook up at the Carlton and In Miami cause he knows the boss- don't mind any of that but when the server asked if he had anyone needing help his response was "no just this girl" and continued to ignore me as he went about his bromance. The server she was very friendly and helpful and after waiting 23 min I was finally able to order a drink and she gave water. Given I just had a 12hr flight from hell I may have been less than patient with the crappy initial customer service but she was very friendly. I ordered a Glass of the 2020 Soracco and it was lovely, Then edemame- which was delicious with a smokey flavor to it. Followed this with Shrimp Tempura- Crispy well flavored and delicions, then did the Wagyu Tataki- perfectly tender, well seasoned with a perfect flavor combinaton. the Brussels Chimichurri and fried egg miso foam were perfect compliments to the meat. finished with a dessert that was simply delicous, I wsh had remembered the name. it was three friend crispy almost like cream puffs as filled with a cream deliciousness, a

The food here was INCREDIBLE and well worth the wait. To be transparent, I did wait almost an hour…read morearound dinner time (7pm). The inside is tiny and there isn't even a proper "waiting" area. I've also tried coming here before, and there was also a long wait. I'm glad I decided to stick it out this time. We ordered the Wagyu sushi, Yakitori, Tonkotsu Miso Ramen, and the Tomato Ramen. The Wagyu sushi is torched right in front of you! The Wagyu was incredibly tender and the sauce was delicious. My only *nitpicky* critique is the rice was ever so slightly too moist, but that didn't stop me from inhaling the sushi. Next, the Yakitori was phenomenal. I've never had such tender chicken in my life. There was a nice layer of delicious sauce coating the skewer. Again, just a really nitpicky feedback I have was that I wish the Yakitori had the tiniest bit more char to it, but nevertheless was an incredible bite, and I'd 100% order again in a heartbeat. Onto the ramen - easily hands down one of the best ramen I've had in DFW. The broth is flavorful, and I love the noodles. I'm not sure if they're handmade from scratch, but they had the perfect thickness and chewiness. I also loved generous the portion of cha shu slices. Most other places only give you 1-2 thin slices, but that was not the case here. The pork was tender. The ajitama was solid too, although I prefer more of a soft-boiled egg. While the meat portion is more generous here, the tonkotsu didn't come with many vegetables. A lot of other ramen places I've been to will have corn, fried garlic, etc as default, but those are all additional cost add-ons here. The ramen was delicious without them though but just something to note. We also got the tomato ramen as it's the chef recommendation. The dish is very creative and the execution was great. Personally, I still prefer traditional ramens but it was certainly a nice culinary creation to try. Overall, I would definitely recommend this place and would come here again. Just be aware there may be a wait, and because they're so busy, you do have to proactively flag down staff. However, the staff are still really nice despite all the tasks they're juggling at once.

I'm going to preface this by saying there's a lot of potential here but it's sufficient for the…read moredemographic that it serves. We got spicy gyoza to start, black pork tonkatsu w/ small curry rice bowl and a spicy dan dan. Gyoza came smothered in their sweet garlic chilli which defeats the purpose of a crispy gyoza skirt. It might be better to retain the crisp and crunch of the gyoza skin with the chilli sauce on the side? On to the ramen -- if you want to know if you're getting a quality bowl, look no further than the preparation of the egg. No respectable ramen shop would serve you well done boiled eggs which was the case here. The tonkatsu had heavy garlic flavor which is good but was unfortunately overshadowed by the abundance of burnt garlic bits. Not much to say about the Dan Dan. Bathroom clean but had a strong smelled. Would not go out of my way nor return with the amount of noodle options in dfw.

We celebrated valentines at Tei An on a Friday night. It was very busy but not loud, we were sat at…read morethe "bar" The entire experience was equally polished and delicious. Instead of the omakase, we opted to order dishes we knew we would like. The shrimp tempura is large, you only need one piece per person. The Negitoro was my absolute favorite as always. The soba dipping sampler is new to me, I've only ever had the traditional sauce. I loved each sauce and highly recommend! The chicken katsu and A5 Wagyu were perfectly prepared and very tender. My only gripe is the nigiri were not the freshest. I would totally return.

Second time here. Compared to the first time, we were not as impressed. We enjoyed most of the…read moredishes, except we're not so sure about the bolognese and carbonara. We wish we haven't ordered two of those in the same order. We felt very heavy after eating. And also, we felt like both dishes did not highlight the soba well. The premium sashimi set was just as amazing but we prefer to order all sashimi separately next time as what we have done in our previous visit. We liked what we order during our first visit, so we wanted to try something different this time. However, after this experience, we would still come back again but we will stick with the basics. Shout out to Ace for his excellent service and all the other staff as always :)

Best Ramen in Dallas, hands down. I have been looking for ramen that compares to Domu in Orlando…read moreand this one is the closest. The ramen is very flavorful and filling. I usually have to share with my husband and that's more than enough for us. They have an awesome selection of cocktails here too, so don't ignore the drink menu. And their appetizers are also very good. I've never had a bad bite at Wabi and it's my go-to for a quick dinner.

We arrived around 7:30pm and as per usual, Lower Greenville was packed and bumping. Parking lots…read moreare available for a fee, but you can also drive some loops and find free street parking pretty easily. We didn't have reservations, so the wait was about 20 minutes. Not a problem since we enjoyed sitting on the patio and enjoying our drinks. The bartenders were great, fast and very friendly. I appreciate that before pouring my wine, the one bartender put in a lot of effort to buffing my glass. I ordered a plum wine to start, which is always delicious and sweet. We were seated a little earlier than 20 minutes, but unfortunately weren't greeted for a bit following that. They were super busy though. Our waiter was very nice and knowledgeable, and we stuck with splitting apps versus getting ramen. We ordered the shishito peppers, karaage, takoyaki, and edamame. To drink, we ordered and split the hot sake. The first plates came out pretty quickly, and were hot and delicious. Our hot sake took a while to be delivered, and we had to ask our waiter to double check it was still on the way. Then when it arrived, we had to fight off a bunch of gnats that kept landing on the bottle. I guess they wanted to party, too! The shishito peppers were definitely my favorite. They were perfectly coated in sauce and flavoring. The karaage was tender and tastes especially good when paired with the watermelon. takoyaki was served hot and it's a blast watching the Bonita flakes dance on the balls. The edamame, while good, needed to be stirred up because the salt distribution was heavy on certain pieces. We wished we could order dessert, but felt a bit rushed by the server. It was a little before 10pm, so we understand they're off at 11pm, but as a former server there's definitely better ways to keep up with the closing process that feels less intrusive to the patrons. Overall, we had a blast at Wabi house and the food was great. Maybe we went on an off night for service, but overall will definitely be back again!!

Once you walk in, you know you're in for a great time. Love the dimly lit atmosphere, the Japanese…read morethemed wall with hints of American culture (pickle Rick!) and gorgeous playing and wooden but comfortable seating. I want to extend a huge shout-out to our waiter, Vivian, for giving us insight on the food and bars/places to check around in Dallas! She went above and beyond :) Miso soup with silky tofu was delicious, they balanced out the yellow miso well with a hint of (maybe) crate-barrelled? For the nigiri I had the fatty tuna, a5 wagyu, and king salmon. They were all absolutely delicious and warped me to Japan. I was reminded of the same quality and taste - which checks out since they import their fish from Japan! The special kome roll was so delicious I ate it very slowly to savor every bite and memory of sushi in Japan. For dessert I had the deep fried cheesecake - I think the last time I had this I was 12 at Mr. sushi in Boston and all my memories came back. Grapes were too big though but everything else A+ The matcha tonic - I can't find it online but it was an incredible balance of fizzy, sweetness and matcha. The complexity of the drink makes me want to try more!

I've been here quite a few times now and my experience here is always superb. The chefs here are so…read morenice and personable. I've been here three times as a pregnant woman and they always catered to my diet modifications. Service is always A1 and the pricing is not too bad.

Came here Sunday lunch time and sat at the bar, there was no wait. The tables seemed full-…read moredefinitely make a reservation! Definitely one of the best AYCE sushi My favorite roll: A1 Roll This roll was a little spicy a little sweet, it was SO good. One of the best rolls I've ever had. My favorite sushi: seared salmon, Hokkaido scallop These tasted so good. All the fish tasted very fresh. The ribeye steak tasted like Korean galbi. The shumai was juicy, just the way I like it. My least favorite was the hibachi shrimp, shrimp tempura, and shishido peppers Free parking in huge lot and parking structure.

Came here for my birthday. We had early rsvp and were seated promptly…read more Our waiter was nice but strict. He did repeat a few times about time limit and finishing every piece of food. The sushi was good for the most part. A bit lukewarm. Some tasted... a bit fishy and off, particularly the salmon carpaccio and salmon truffle and Caribbean roll. The seared salmon and Chu toro and yuzu salmon and yellowtail jalapeño were my favs. Apps: okay. The cucumber salad was surprising but not bad. Lots of chili oil but not spicy. I think I was expecting a vinaigrette but it wasn't. The crab Rangoon was extremely stale. I could not eat it. The seaweed salad still had frozen ice in the middle. Cheese corn was cold and congealed. Not warm at all. Like it's been sitting there on the counter. Squid legs nicely fried and crunchy. The steak pieces had good flavor and sear but a lot of pieces were pure fat. I think I would come back only for the salmon and chu toro. But the price point is a bit more than other AYCE and no dessert included. I wish even a scoop of ice cream or one mochi ice cream to finish our meal. small restaurant. So for a large table I would not recommend more than 6. Also with time limit and limit on how many sushi you can order in one go will be hard press with a larger group.

I don't do sushi often, especially not since moving to Dallas. Im so glad i finally gave this place…read morea try. I've already been back a second time within the week. Initially i was worried about getting in bc it's such a small spot but they get everything out really quickly which helps move through guests faster. I loved sitting at the bar and watching the talented sushi chefs put the masterpieces together. Everything from the hand rolls, to the sashimi, birthday roll and squid were super delish. Cant wait to keep trying everything they have. Yes, some of the items are pricey, but i don't think it's too bad. Sushi just tends to be a little more costly bc of the price of seafood. Everything is super fresh and tasty. Highly recommend!

The first time I came here I had a terrible experience. The service was rushed and rude, and the…read morechef kept sneezing while he was working. I was very hesitant to come back, but my boyfriend suggested giving them another chance. Tonight was WORSE! The food is not good and there are not a lot of options for sushi rolls (I think they have six options, mostly fried). I ordered the lychee martini, which was also not good. Our server came once for our food and did not check on us again the entire meal, which is unfortunate because they did not bring us wasabi and ginger, and there was no soy sauce at the table. We put cash on the bill and left, only for us to be chased down by our server about a block to let us know we were short $5. (Tax) I understand we accidentally were short but being chased down after you've already left the establishment, especially over $5, is insane work. I was originally disappointed, now I'm just truly upset. I will not be eating here again and would not recommend this restaurant to anyone. They do play good house music though.

Absolutely one of my favorite study spots in Richardson. Excellent drinks, cute and relaxed…read moreatmosphere and friendly staff! Their food is excellent. This isn't the kind of Japanese restaurant where you come for sushi or ramen. It's really more like comfort food and street food. Things like omurice, takoyaki, hot dogs (yes hot dogs and they're delicious), yakisoba, and my favorites: their curry and okonomiyaki pancake. TLDR: An excellent study spot with good food, good drinks, and good vibes. Highly recommend.

Okaeri Cafe is one of the cutest cafes in the DFW area!! I absolutely adore the vibe and layout of…read morethe cafe, it feels extremely comforting to eat here. I have been here twice already, and I have tried their curry & their kids meal. The curry is fairly standard, I do wish the rice was a little fluffier. However, the kids meal was so cute! The rice came out shaped as a panda!! The second time I came here was for a photoshoot. The staff was so sweet and accommodating! I was given the okay when asking for permission, and I believe the employee that helped me out was named Rin. Thank you for ensuring I had a good experience at the cafe!! I'll definitely be coming back the next time I'm in the Richardson area

One of the better places to enjoy yakitori. Love this place when we have the Time services those…read moregood make sure you make reservations. It fills up really fast, especially during the weekdays a lot of business people like to enjoy cocktails. Very sleek and clean and quaint place. The bar is very nice. Always have a good time when we're here

So glad we can try this fantastic Japanese restaurant. For parties larger than 4, you can reserve…read morethe tatami style table, which elevates the experience further. Also side note, really appreciate the high-quality ceramic dishes they use. Food quality was amazing. Highlights include: otoro sashimi, cornflake shrimp, scallop carpaccio & black snapper. The overall seafood quality was top notch. Everything tasted super fresh and flavorful. The sashimi cut was really generous too. The snapper was grilled perfectly and the lemon zest complimented really well. If you're a fan of Japanese food, you have to give this place a try.

HIDDEN GEM! This place is a sleeper hit waiting to blow up. i can't believe this place is in…read moreAddison. If this was located in downtown Dallas it would make way more sense. I've been to Michelin starred omakases (including tempura omakases) in Japan and New York, and this place honestly meets or comes extremely close to fitting the bill in terms of food and service. At the Michelin restaurants, you pay almost double the price for high quality ingredients, stellar service, ambiance, and a Japanese toilet :P For $100 pp for the tempura omakase at Takumi Hachi, you leave feeling full and satisfied, with a great selection of light and deliciously fried fritters. Each person gets a bowl of their divinely delicious tempura sauce with a generous amount of shaved daikon (not even lying when i say this is my favorite tempura sauce i've had, i could've just drank it on its own) and a selection of salts, with each course given a recommendation of which salt to use. In terms of ambiance: frankly speaking, if it was just the counter service omakase, i'd say it would feel more stuffy and unapproachable. But there is a general seating area that is not counter service where you can order off the menu for sushi, robata, and a la carte options. No dress code enforced or recommended, so you can be dining with all sorts of patrons with different sizes of families and children. whether or not this is your jam, it's still an extremely accessible place to dine for anyone and everyone. Reservations were incredibly easy to make (tempura omakase only From Sunday thru Thursday). Service was really kind and attentive, my husband's water literally never went below half empty. The only thing to take service to the next level is if they cleaned/wiped your plate/gave you a new plate between each course. American toilet. Lol. That's neither here nor there, but the bathroom is very clean lol! They were also sweet enough to read my reservation note for the occasion for dining and gifted us a delicious strawberry mousse, accompanied with a surprise tableside matcha to end the meal. I'm already looking forward to try their kaiseki set meal next time, and know that this place is a top contender to take my friends or loved ones for special occasions. I can't speak much for their sushi, but I added on some robata and grill menu items to the omakase and they were fantastic. Highly recommend the maitake mushroom tempura add on to your course. If you order ebi sushi, they offer to take the head once you're done eating the sushi and either put it in a miso soup or fry it for you, which i thought was a wonderful option. Also, we got tempura anago, something I've never had anywhere else, served two different ways. That alone was enough to make this experience stand out. For an experience like I had tonight, I felt as if the restaurant should be more full. Maybe because it is tucked away behind the other chain restaurants in Addison that are a little easier to see. Don't hesitate if you see the price tag, I definitely think you get a great value for food, service, and experience. We were there for two hours and enjoyed it very much. Thank goodness i don't have to drive all the way to downtown Dallas to enjoy some delicious Japanese food without the headache and hassle of finding parking and an accessible reservation.

First omakase experience was great! Tucked away behind Brentwood but so glad to have gone for my…read morefirst time. It's a larger inside space with plenty of booths, tables, and bar seating. The left side/entrance area does have a bleach/cleaner type smell but I didn't notice it further into the restaurant. We did the Kaiseki Omakase. Staff is super friendly and explained every step of the experience. Like all courses meals - smaller portions but overall left super full. The clay pot was actually a huge portion as both of us ended up getting two bowls worth. Pacing of the meal was solid, kept it moving but didn't feel rushed at all. We were celebrating a birthday and they gave us a sweet treat as well at the end which was so appreciated! Would definitely recommend for a special occasion