I took my boyfriend here for his birthday dinner, and we left genuinely impressed. From the moment…read morewe walked in, we were warmly greeted and seated right away. Our server, Louisa, was absolutely wonderful. She was incredibly friendly, took the time to walk us through the menu, and even let us sample a variety of sake to help us find our favorite. Louisa truly made our experience memorable with her attentive and welcoming service. On top of that, the food was delicious. We had such a great time and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!

Da real deal, Toto Mo Oyshi (awesome) & Mo bettah than Tokyo bcuz: No jet lag & U don't need a big…read morebag of ca$h ...Don't get me wrong, It ain't cheap, but it's WORTH IT! Delightful Japanese Owner/Hostess Go with da seasoned broth & premium wagyu.... YOLO

Wow! What a small gem! This place had the best salmon nigiri I've ever had in my life! The service…read morewas excellent, ran by a wonderful and friendly team. They kept the Diet Pepsi's coming! The below picture is the inside of the restaurant, very cute aesthetic!l (see below picture)! My boyfriend and I will be back!

One of the best sushi places! Great food, wonderful service…read more Will be back here for sure!

Located in a shopping plaza. Got the Tori Katsu chicken cutlet set and a spicy tuna roll…read more The chicken katsu was done right. Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and not greasy. It came together perfectly with the sides and felt like a complete, comforting meal. Everything on the plate tasted fresh and well prepared. The spicy tuna roll was a nice addition. Clean flavors with just enough spice, and it balanced out the richness of the katsu. The restaurant has a calm, casual feel and it's easy to sit and enjoy your food. Staff was friendly and attentive, and service was smooth. Definitely a spot I'd come back to when I'm in the mood for a solid Japanese meal.

We came in for lunch and ordered two katsu ramens, one mild and one spicy. When the food came out,…read morethe server placed the bowls down without saying which one was which. I ended up giving one to my 3- and 5-year-old kids, thinking it was the mild one. After a few bites, they started complaining that their mouths were burning. I tasted it myself and realized they had been given the spicy ramen--the one that was supposed to be for my husband. Then we waited even longer for the other order, only to receive a shrimp and noodle dish that we never ordered. At that point, we were already starving and had waited so long that I just decided to eat it and share it with the kids rather than wait even longer. The food itself was nothing special. The shrimp was fried, but the noodles tasted like regular packaged ramen, and the broth was bland. I couldn't really taste much of anything, and for the price, I expected a lot more. We spent about $90 for two soups, one sushi roll, and a drink. For that price, the food and service should have been much better. Between the order mix-up, not being told which ramen was spicy, the long wait, and the mediocre food, this place definitely did not live up to the hype.

Great service, great ambiance - felt like I was actually in Japan - with the koi pond and…read moreeverything else. My daughter loved feeding the fish. Food was excellent- way better than Benihana here in in LA We were very satisfied

I strongly advise against dining at Kobe Japanese Steakhouse in Palm Springs. I had a reservation…read morefor my mother's birthday celebration, but our experience was far from enjoyable. Upon arrival, the hostess informed us of a wait, but she couldn't provide a reason. Despite arriving promptly after a spa treatment, we were starving and expected to be seated soon. However, after a frustrating 25-minute wait, I approached the hostess to inquire about the delay. She offered no explanation, but eventually led us to a table occupied by a family who had already ordered appetizers and drinks. We decided to skip the drinks, as we were too hungry to eat on an empty stomach. We hoped to order later, but unfortunately, no one ever returned to our table. As a result, we never had the chance to order our food. To make matters worse, we noticed that other tables were able to order and receive their meals and cocktails much more quickly. It seemed as though our chef was either unaware of our table or completely absent. We were left with no idea when we could expect to order our actual food. Finally, we decided to leave, and we never had the opportunity to enjoy our meal. While we did manage to get some miso soup, it was extremely salty. In addition to the poor food quality and the terrible customer service we received from the hostess, I also noticed some of the tables were a bit rowdy. The chef was performing tricks and throwing shrimp into people's mouths, which was a bit tacky and didn't seem safe. Overall, I highly recommend avoiding Kobe Japanese Steakhouse. Don't waste your time and money on this disappointing dining experience.

We showed up for lunch on a Tuesday and got seated right away. The booth was comfortable and the…read morerestaurant is very cool looking. We got spring rolls and gyoza to start - they are incredibly fresh! The spring rolls were fresh out of the kitchen and crispy. The ramen arrived, as expected, and is delicious. The pork is very fatty and delicious. The noodles are fresh and cooked perfectly. The soup is tasty and full of flavor.

This place was so bomb, we had to come TWICE in one weekend We were staying out in Indio and…read morecraving ramen, so we stopped by ToraKichi on Friday and got the tonkotsu ramen, spice level 2. It was delicious, but definitely not spicy enough for us. So naturally, we had to come back on Sunday on our way home. This time we got level 3 and OMG, PERFECT. Whatever they add to kick up the spice also adds this extra layer of flavor that was SOOO good. We were sitting there with tears and snot running down our faces from the heat while our son was happily living his best life eating his little bowl of ramen. And somehow we loved every second of it. Speaking of our son, he LOVED this place too! He got the kids chicken ramen both times and ate the entire thing. It was super simple with chicken, noodles, corn, etc., and we didn't have to ask them to modify it or make it more kid-friendly. It was already perfect for him. Service was great both times too. Friday we came a little earlier, were seated immediately, and everything came out super fast. Sunday we hit them right at dinner time, so there was a little wait to be seated, but once we sat down, we already knew exactly what we wanted and our food came out quickly. The prices are also really reasonable, especially for how good everything was. Spice recommendation: If you actually LIKE spicy food, get the level 3. Don't let it scare you--it has a kick, but that extra flavor is soooo worth it. If you're not really a spicy person, level 2 is probably perfect. Seriously, five stars. Highly recommend. We went twice during ONE weekend, that should tell you everything. I only wish it were closer to home because I already want it again!

So good! Service is nice and fast, the cat mobile delivery is so cute! Been here twice and I…read moreenjoyed my time here.

Sushi was fresh, service was excellent, presentation was amazing. Thank you to our server Amanda…read morewho made the whole experience great. Will definitely be back for more!!!

I really enjoyed our experience here! We took the JW boat around the lake and it dropped us off at…read moreMikado. Highly recommend taking the boat. It was really beautiful going around the lake and seeing the resort lit up. We had really great service! The chef was hilarious and put on a good show! He had funny jokes that I haven't heard from the other teppanyaki places. He did a really good job cooking too. Got the Mikado special which comes with filet, shrimp and lobster. Got it with a side of garlic butter to dip the meats in. That's a must, IYKYK. Dynamite shrimp would be a pass next time. I liked the gyoza and coconut shrimp. The vanilla ice cream was the delicious ending to such a fun night!

To celebrate my kids' birthdays, we made reservations at Mikado. We first stopped to see the…read moreflamingos, then took the boats to the restaurant. The place was almost empty and they squished us in with another family, which made it somewhat uncomfortable. Our waitress was also extremely rude. She immediately asked to take our orders- before we even had time to sit down. She spoke too fast and seemed stressed or angry, or like she was rushing us out. I didn't appreciate feeling like I was taking up space- she made us feel unwelcome. Despite this, we took our time and ordered drinks, which were nice and strong (albeit overpriced) The menu is also expensive, and although we ordered nothing out of the ordinary, our bill was over $300.00. The food tasted fine. No complaints there. We enjoyed watching our chef cook in front of us and the overall experience was a memorable one. Nevertheless the kids had a fun evening, and I made the best of it, but I will not be returning. At that price point there are many better food options in the Palm Desert area.

My husband and I went to brunch today at Ponzu. We were interested in trying a Japanese breakfast,…read moresomething neither of us had experienced before. Matthew was our server. He was outstanding- friendly, attentive, perfect service from start to finish. We enjoyed The Morning After (mocktail) and Very Berry, which was a Prosecco cocktail with fruity flavors. I had the Tsukiji Chirashi, my husband ordered The Classic Bento box and we shared the Wake & Bac Roll. I wasn't sure about a roll with bacon, but the bacon wasn't overwhelming. The chirashi had plentiful sashimi. My husband enjoyed the bento, in particular the pickled veggies and the ginger dressing for the salad. He remarked that the miso soup was more "hardy" than others he's had. Free parking in the lot across the street. A perfect meal!

Ponzu was giving exactly what I was looking for: a calm, mature, relaxed outdoor patio that was…read moreneither too crowded nor too empty. I ordered the Palm Springs roll and a house salad. The salad wasn't as fresh as I would have liked--it had a few wilted leaves that I had to pick through. The Palm Springs roll, however, was very tasty. The service was good overall, although I did have to ask twice to have my water refilled. Overall, a pleasant experience and I'd happily return for the patio and the Palm Springs roll.

Excellent service and even better meal. If possible, try and sit at the chef counter. They're very…read moreinformative and have lots of great recommendations. Some of the best uni I've had in a while. Yellowtail and salmon were also delicious

Good food, presentation of sushi was good. Fish was excellent seams to be a good grade. Needs a…read morelittle better grade of sushi rice though. Service needs a little improvement. Ambiance needs some improvement looks a little tired.

I've been here twice; once a year and a half ago and again yesterday. Both times I had a great…read moreexperience. We don't have many great sushi options in the Coachella Valley so I'm glad to have Joyce! I ordered the Spicy Crunch Salmon Roll and it was delicious! Very filling. Our table also ordered the garlic flavored shishito peppers. They were cooked perfectly but I wasn't a fan of the sauce as it tasted more like teriyaki sauce but that's just a preference thing. Next time I'll try the lemon pepper flavor. The staff was very friendly and the service was prompt. They even have a cute serving-robot that goes to your table. Anyway, I'd definitely go back and also got my friends hooked!

When I first arrived, the restaurant wasn't too busy, but there were still a few people there. The…read moreserver asked if I preferred the bar or a table, and I chose a table. I really appreciated that she offered me a quieter corner since I was dining by myself. The atmosphere was calm and peaceful, with quiet conversation and gentle music playing in the background. It was one of those places where you could actually hear yourself think, which made it perfect for a solo dining experience. I ordered the miso soup, yakisoba, popcorn shrimp, and rice. Everything was really good. My server got a little busy as the restaurant picked up, but the service was still good overall. I really enjoyed the food, the service, and the ambience. I wasn't checked on too much but it was okay I don't like being talked to that much It was a comfortable, relaxing experience, and I would definitely come back.