* Food: Rated 10 out of 10 for high quality * Ambience: Calm…read moreand relaxing, great for a chill time * Service: Friendly and efficient staff.

The food was actually very good, which makes the experience even more disappointing because the…read moreservice was absolutely horrible. We were a party of 12 visiting on vacation, and none of us are from the area. We ordered spam musubi and a chicken skewer as appetizers. Both appetizers arrived well after our entrees had already been served and we had essentially finished eating. Each time we asked about them, we were repeatedly told, "They're coming." Mind you, these are simple appetizers that should not take anywhere near that long to prepare. When we asked for the third time, we finally asked that the appetizers be cancelled since we had already finished our meal. At that point, the gentleman working the front area , tall, with red hair, loudly yelled from across the restaurant, in an extremely rude and confrontational tone, "It's already on the grill!" There was absolutely no reason to speak to paying customers that way. His response was unprofessional, unnecessary, and honestly created a very hostile and uncomfortable feeling during what should have been an enjoyable dinner, especially while our group was on vacation and simply trying to enjoy a meal together. When the appetizers eventually came out, we left them sitting there because we were already done eating and ended up taking them to go. He eventually told us they would be removed from the bill, which we appreciated, but that did not excuse the way the situation was handled. Again, the food was good, but good food does not make up for poor service and especially not for an employee speaking to customers in an aggressive and disrespectful manner. Management should seriously address how customers are treated, because the interaction with this particular employee overshadowed what could have otherwise been a good dining experience for our party of 12.

I have heard about Origami Ramen for a while now and have been meaning to try to out but it kept…read moreslipping my mind. We went on a random weekday for lunch and were able to get seated right away. You just order through the ipad at the table. Super convenient because you can look through each item individually and assemble your cart. You do checkout and pay right away, which can be done through the ipad if paying by card/cashless. The food came out fairly quickly. I got the origami classic with pork belly. It also comes with vegetables and a soft boiled egg. Other than ramen, they also have a variety of appetizers, onigiri, udon, curry, donburi (rice bowl), and many drink options. I really enjoyed my ramen! The broth was really nice and the pork belly was delicious. I would love to come back!

3.5 stars Positives:…read more self serve ordering through tablet at table very fast service friendly staff ability to customize preferences noodles were firm flavorful broth one of the best ramen spots negatives: expensive $73 for 2 bowls of ramen and shrimp appetizer comes with chashu chicken base (seemed like just boiled chicken) so have to pay extra for 2 thin pork belly $2 only 1/2 egg so needed to order more egg

My wife and I have been looking for a new sushi spot since the closure of Sakura last year, and on…read moreMonday decided to try Ginban Sushi in Chandler. I'm glad we did. We had an excellent experience. The service was friendly and attentive from start to finish. The restaurant's atmosphere is relaxed and clean, with modern decor and comfortable seating. Food-wise, the sushi was delicious, and you really can't beat their pricing. Definitely worth your time to check out.

This is my absolute favorite sushi place!!! everything is delicious and fresh!! tonight I got some…read moretakeout for a lovely dinner out on the patio!! thank you so much!! You can order a head on their website and it is sitting there waiting for you when you arrive ;) there's also an option to dine. The Agendashi tofu and avocado rolls make great vegetarian options.

The service was 20/10, the kindest people I've ever had waiting on us in the USA…read more We came late and didn't realize the closing time. They told us to please stay and we are so welcome and they were over the top accommodating. Everything was so good. The spicy miso wasn't my favorite flavor but that is just a personal preference. They gyozas were so delicious I will come back again. When we left the people who were working, were all enjoying dinner together like a home family vibe going on. It was so cute and they were some of the most kind people I've ever come across. Definitely give this place a try

Nice ramen spot! I like the tonkotsu broth and the noodles are of good texture. They have a good…read moreselection of items during happy hour as well. For sushi, it's not the super highest quality of fish, but it is still fresh. Food comes out pretty quick and servers are friendly.

Finally stopped in at Shimogamo for lunch, and I have to say, the service and food were top-notch!…read moreThe restaurant itself is absolutely beautiful--the atmosphere is so posh, elegant, and upscale, making the whole experience feel extra special. We started with the shrimp tempura appetizer, and it was fried perfectly. For our main course, we ordered the sashimi, Hamachi Chili Lime Crudo, and Yuzu Tuna Roll. Every dish did not disappoint! For dessert, we opted to try the toro. I know it's not technically dessert, but we really wanted to give it a try--and it absolutely melted in our mouths. The caviar on top was such a nice touch! Between the gorgeous atmosphere, excellent service, and incredible food, Shimogamo made for such a great lunch experience. Highly recommend stopping by and giving this place a try!

Okay, hear me out on this one…read more Shimogamo has two locations - Chandler and Gilbert and we'd heard consistently great things about the Chandler location, so we finally checked it out on a friend's recommendation. First impression? Don't judge it by the outside. It's tucked away in a strip mall and the entrance is pretty unassuming. Nothing fancy, and honestly a little underwhelming when you first pull up. The ambience inside is a bit of a mixed bag too. It's a small, intimate restaurant probably around 30-35 seats and some of the lighting is quite spotlight-y, which can feel a little harsh depending on where you're seated. We actually asked to move tables because of it, and they were accommodating (sort of) Once we moved, though, the whole experience felt much nicer. And then came the food. The menu is extensive, and I highly recommend scanning the QR code and looking at the online version because you can see photos and descriptions of everything before ordering. There's a big emphasis on the quality and sourcing of the fish, with selections coming in from Japan, Norway and elsewhere. We ordered A LOT - yellowtail, nigiri, poke ribs, tempura dishes and a whole assortment of other plates and genuinely, there wasn't one dish that felt like a miss. Everything tasted incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. Definitely explore the nigiri. Also, order the fresh wasabi from the menu rather than sticking with the regular horseradish-style wasabi. Worth it. I wasn't drinking that night, but the pineapple mocktail was excellent, and their drinks menu looked great overall. Service was top-notch. Ask for Saeed if he's there he was fantastic and really added to the experience. Fair warning: it isn't cheap. We spent around $250 for two people, so this is definitely more of a splurge dinner than a casual sushi night. The ambience may not scream "$250 dinner," but the quality of the food and the service absolutely stood out. Come for the food, not the fancy setting and don't let the strip-mall exterior fool you. This one is definitely worth trying.

Love everything we order here! The spicy salmon roll is my fav. I will order this everytime I come…read more The service always fast and friendly and I love the family oriented ambiance in the restaurant.

Great spot. I believe this was my first time having soba, and I couldn't get enough. This was a…read morecold dish, and came with a chicken yakitori skewer, veggie and shrimp tempura, and chicken gyoza. The noodles were great texture, the broth was super flavorful, and the sides were quite nice. I've been thinking about this meal every day since. It is a small spot, almost looks closed from the outside. There was just one server who appears to be the owner, and he was very nice and attentive. He checked in to make sure we knew how to eat the noodles properly and gently let us know when the kitchen and restaurant were closing. The croquettes were very nice, and I normally am not a huge fan of takoyaki but the octopus texture in these was nice and soft. There was not too much octopus in them though, so if that's important to you... :( Would definitely come back and probably order the exact same thing...

***Heads up: they changed the name to Haname Sushi, but same great food, people and service.***…read moreQuick sushi lunch, love this place! As always, the food was excellent, fresh, and very plentiful. Service, as always, was friendly and prompt. They had a mobile a/c unit going inside that was a bit loud, but we sat away from it so it was as comfortable as always. Great place.

Had a super great time at this all you can eat, I think it was around $22 for the lunch menu and…read morethey had a great selection and I thought all the rolls we tried were super delicious. They have rebranded to a new name Haname sushi so that can be a little confusing when you show up but I would definitely recommend this place. The food came out fast and super tasty, 2 hour seating limit btw and staff was super friendly. Also had the green tea icecream included on the AYCE and was SOOOO good

Have done high-end sushi omakase in Tokyo, and eaten across Japan - Hiro is the closest thing to…read morethe real deal you'll get to authentic japanese in AZ. Not quite as salty as traditional japanese, but great flavors, fresh food, and actual nigiri you won't get in cookie-cutter casual spots. Love the atmosphere, and the staff is incredible, friendly and remembers regulars. We come here about once a month and literally never disappoints. Would love even more japanese whiskies, but otherwise I couldn't love this place more.

I know I'm in the minority here because Hiro Sushi is clearly a beloved Scottsdale institution, but…read moreafter finally trying it for the first time, I left feeling like it just wasn't for me. I stopped in at 5 p.m. sharp on a Thursday, and there was already a line out the door. That said, getting a table for one wasn't a problem. The atmosphere is definitely rambunctious. It was extremely loud and energetic, although no one was being disorderly. Personally, I found it unpleasant. I ordered a spider roll, which is a longtime favorite of mine across different states and restaurants. Unfortunately, Hiro's version didn't work for me. It came with a mayonnaise-style sauce that wasn't listed on the menu, and I've never encountered that preparation on a spider roll before. The pieces were also unusually large and awkward to eat. I would have preferred more moderate, bite-sized portions. I also found the pricing to be on the high side compared with other sushi spots; that applied across the board, from appetizers to rolls. I'm glad I finally gave Hiro Sushi a try. It just wasn't a match for my personal preferences. Three stars for me, but clearly a Scottsdale favorite for many.

Quality sushi. Fast. We usually get Togo bc I have many kids but awesome quality ......read more

Came for a weekday dinner and the place was empty. Nice having the ordering tablet on the table,…read morejust like in Japan, though the descriptions were generic and unhelpful (all said the fish were high in protein and nutritious for rebuilding muscle). We asked about the fish of the day and special fish which happened to be the same, mackerel, the day we went. Interestingly, the servers had no idea about the fish aspects of the menu and everything was deferred to the sushi chefs. Ordered a few temaki (hand rolls) - yellowtail and spicy tuna- and they were tasty! All the nigiri we ordered were fresh without fishiness, and had generous portions for the price. Nice to have fresh wasabi which had a nice kick and sweetness. Thoroughly enjoyed these nigiri: seared black cod, ocean trout, hamachi/yellowtail, unagi. Yuzu & rainbow rolls had super appetizing sauces. Ordered the uni from Japan which was supposed to be sweeter than creamier but this one was very distasteful for me, had a strong scent like saliva, and I was unable to tolerate it.