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    Sumo Smash

    4.4 (76 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Soft Shell Crab Bao
    Nate N.

    First time trying this after doing a quick Costco run. It's a great venue, we liked the decor, Asian vibe and lots of room. There's some cute crane capture games on the side. You can order at the front display near the entrance or at the counter. They have a great selection of ramen, baos, appetizers and burgers. I forgot to mention they have a nice selection of drinks beverages and ice cream as well. Check them out, if you're in the area, also the staff working there are amazing friendly and even help the ppl who don't know how to drive, park their vehicles safely. We tried their truffle fries definite winner, Raging Shrimp Bao (lil spicy), Pork Belly Bao, Softshell crab bao (crab is huge), shroom burger, we also had some Ube ice cream for dessert. Yup we smashed it! Will be back again soon

    Cecily W.

    An OK type of place. It seems to be a new place. The menu has way too many things on there. Maybe they should focus on what's they are best at the not trying to offer everything under the sun. I got the Yuzu ramen, and liked what I got. It's not the most amazing ramen you will ever have, but it's decent enough. The meat was excellently done. Others got the burger and they are slightly disappointed.

    Shroom Burger
    Arianne P.

    Had the Pork Belly Bao--the bread was incredibly fluffy and tasted great. The black garlic tonkotsu was rich and flavorful. Service was friendly and fast, and the place itself was small but clean and well kept. Will definitely be back.

    Pork belly
    Hailey S.

    Food was hot and seasoned well. Clean place. I would recommend to someone in the area!

    Really nice and clean very nice
    Patricia I.

    Here we go another Bow bun and Ramen place and they have burgers too, so I had the bow bun with the shrimps. I also had two curly fries with seasoning of barbecue and it was really good. Also, their spicy mayo was really delicious. It was good but just a small warning bow bun is Sweet that is new to me. It's more like a sweet roll than a bow bun. The interior is nice not too bad, very clean, very friendly and attentive staff. I was really hungry so this time I didn't take pictures, but I will take pictures from the interior.

    Tokyo Lights Buttered Bun, Raging Shrimp Bao, Cajun Seasoned Fries
    Ricardo M.

    Food (4/5): The food was good for this type of cuisine in a fast casual setting. Service (4/5): Friendly staff at the front counter. Atmosphere (4/5): Japanese aesthetic in a fast casual setting. They had some pretty good music playing which was a nice surprise. What I liked best: The variety offered at this location.

    Black pepper garlic ramen
    Mariah A.

    Some of the best ramen I've had in awhile! 10/10!!!!! I added spice on the side. Such nice people also.

    Spicy Miso Ramen
    Annabeth T.

    The boa was so amazing and flavorful! I could definitely tell the boa bun was homemade! Super fresh. The ramen was very good! Coming from an Asian area where ramen was top notch, I give my stamp of approval for this ramen place! Was pleasantly surprised! The service was great and the ambiance was great. We will be returning soon:)

    Interior
    Hannah N.

    In the mood for a hot bowl of noodle soup on a rainy day, we stopped in for some ramen after seeing they have black garlic tonkotsu which is my favorite. Walking in the interior is bright and spacious and we were welcomed in immediately. There's plenty of seating for small and large parties including counter seating facing the window. I wanted to try everything on the menu including bao buns, round baguette banh mi, burgers, and fun appetizers. The staff member at the counter was very friendly and patient as we browsed the menu. He asked if I wanted my ramen spicy and of course I said yes. I also opted for a pork belly bao bun because I can never resist one. The food came out fairly quickly but it was a light week day dinner crowd. The ramen looked and smelled amazing. The taste? Yes. The chasu was tender and the portion was enough to satisy. The noodles were a nice texture and the broth was rich and flavorful. Loved the toppings that included corn, bamboo, spinach, fried garlic, and two jammy egg halves. I inhaled it. I would definitely come back for another bowl. The pork belly bao bun, which they call sumo sliders, was ok. The bao buns were thicker than what I'm used to but I suppose makes it more filling. I would definitely come back to try the other items but I want ramen again! Kinda pricey but they're offering a 20% discount at the moment.

    Tonkotsu Ramen
    Loren B.

    This new family-owned Bistro blending Asian dishes with Smash Burgers is a delicious addition to the local food treasures in the Alliance area. The menu is a colorful collision of familiar and unfamiliar, the kind that insists upon being explored. We have tried the Black Garlic Tonkotsu Ramen, rich with ingredients and flavorful. My other half likes hers very spicy and had to ask twice or additional chili oil to bring it up to her level. Fair warning we were charged $1 for each spice level. We also tried the Spicy Miso with corn. Spice level was also relatively mild. The Tokyo Lights and Shroom Burgers are both outstanding. The bottom of the bun is slightly toasted, which helps hold the ingredients. Both have complexity, making each bite slightly different. Of the two, the Shroom Burger pulls slightly ahead for me. The burger itself was not enough for me, so I added Cajun curly friends once, and the sweet potato waffle fries another. Both were good, not great. I would have liked them slightly less cooked. The only reason I'm not giving five stars is the prices seem a bit high. Each add on costs something and there are no combos. So A burger and dries will be $15-$17 or more. The Bao Bun sandwiches are delicious, utilizing a steam-cooked bun stuffed with ingredients. Though not enough for a meal, they are worth a try for sure. I recommend a couple as shareables. If you're reading this in November 2024, they are offering 20% discount on the ticket until their grand opening. Highly worth a trip!

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    Jen T.

    This place was previously Char'd Kitchen. I'm so glad they have a Vietnamese-Japanese fusion eatery now. First off, I really miss the popcorn chicken from a good boba place. I haven't really found a favorite in Fort Worth yet. The popcorn chicken looks on the paler side, but don't be deceived. Once you bite into them, they're so delicious! I usually eat steamed bun with my Peking duck, but this takes it to another level. The sumo's butter bun was so fluffy and soft. I would definitely save stomach room for something under that category. If you're a fan of banh mi, I would get the VN grilled pork baguette bun. It's a good size, but not as large are your typical banh mi. There are plenty of seating inside. They make their food fresh, so there may be a little bit of a wait after you order. I definitely need to stop by again soon.

    Chicken, Shrimp, Pork Belly, Soft Shell Crab
    Dave G.

    If you've had Bao, and Ramen before...unfortunately Sumo Smash does not fit the bill. I was excited to try it, but overall the flavor profiles were weak; seemingly tempered for a bland palette lacking depth, and the value was poor. Bao - The buns themselves were very plump, thick. They were tasty. However the actual contents were poorly flavored. Example, shrimp were miniscule and the spice profiles was clearly...tobasco. That's the hot sauce they also had by the soda fountain. It's an Asian place....wth?! no Sriracha? Chicken had a good flavor. Soft shell crab tasted like fryer oil. Ramen - felt like they didn't make their own broths; chilli oil was not "spicy". Very little flavor depth. The pork belly was decent but incredibly thin slices. If youre looking for an authentic taste this place is going to absolutely disappoint you. Even Jinya a National chain tastes better. Hope they realize that they don't need to replace western flavors to attract locals. We need the real stuff.

    Jessica T.

    Sumo Smash in the Alliance area has been open for two weeks, and wow, we're definitely going back! There are a lot of modern twists to vietnamese classics, which I absolutely love! The VN grilled pork baguette bun looks like a sandwich bun but tastes like a crispy banh mi. And let's not forget the loaded smashed baguette which has mayo, pork floss, Chinese sausage, and the iconic sweet and spicy chin su sauce. Yum-my! We also got the suMo...zzerella, spiral fries (had amazing salt and pepper with grated parmasan on top!), the lemon grass tofu sumo slider, the shrimp katsu baguette bun, the sumo pro, and the k pepper cheesesteak. The ice cream looks like a collaboration with Sugar Crush, we tried the matcha and banana pudding. Everything had great flavor and texture. We're excited to return and try out the ramen and other offerings!

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    Food was AMAZING! Service was fast and friendly!! The Sake-Rita is a must try!!! Overall a wonderful experience.

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    Great fried ramen. Like that there are choices of protein when ordering. Food comes out fast and fresh.

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    Very good smashburgers! Fries were very good as well. Service was very good and friendly. Will be returning.

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    Wabi House - Fort Worth

    4.4(887 reviews)
    11.8 mi•Southside
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    We stopped in for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. The bartenders and servers were helpful and…read morehospitable. Since it was our first time here our server rolled out the red carpet and made sure to deliver an experience we would come back for. Everything we ate was full of flavor and I only wish I had more room to try more of the skewers. We definitely will be coming back.

    The interior of the building is very aesthetically appealing and fits the style of food well…read more The food itself is fairly priced and was made speedily. This did not affect the quality of the food as it was very pleasing to look at as well eat. My partner and I began our meal with the karaage. At first glance they looked like fried chicken bites ,but were actually very tender and soft to chew on. The sauce with it was also very good to pair with the chicken. The ramens were packed with the flavor. Our choices were the to tonkotsu and spicy miso. The tonkotsu was super flavorful and I loved the bits off corn and I added minced pork for extra texture in the soup which was a great choice I would do again. The noodles were thinner than other ramens I have tried but still were very yummy and cooked well. The miso was a thicker soup with thicker noodles and the spiciness wasn't overwhelming. Both bowls were very full and we had left overs to save for later. Overall I enjoyed everything about the restaurant and I would recommend others to come and try it. I will definitely be back.

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    The only ramen spot in Fort Worth that has authentic, tasty ramen. As a ramen lover and someone…read morewho's been to a lot of ramen places throughout DFW, I must say, Hanabi manages to keep quality up there. It's not my favorite spot, but it's convenient whenever I'm at Fort Worth craving for ramen. I highly recommend this over Wabi House, and certainly over any of the ramen wannabe restaurants throughout Arlington and Euless. The good stuff: whenever I visit, staff was always welcoming, friendly and prompt. Food doesn't take a while to come out, and it's always hot and fresh. Noodles are wavy and thick, and the soup is delicious. Keep in mind their broths taste saltier than other ramen places, but I personally don't mind. The one thing I have qualms with is how they do the meat; the chashu is too chewy for my preferences. Service is always great. I'll be coming back whenever I'm around town.

    Honestly, this was the first place I ever tried ramen, so it's got a bit of nostalgia for me. After…read moretrying a lot of different spots over the years, though, I can say it doesn't really hold up as the best anymore. The ambiance is still great -- nice decor and it's fun being able to see the kitchen in action. Service was also really kind and welcoming. Overall, more of a sentimental spot than a standout ramen place.

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    Ninja Ramen

    3.9(589 reviews)
    19.3 mi
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    I don't recall what I tried at Ninja Ramen the first time I was here a few years ago, but clearly I…read moredidn't have a memorable experience since I haven't been back. That was 3 years ago though, and as of recent I came back to this place after a friend suggested we could give it another shot. I must say, while expectations are low, I was far more impressed than I thought. This place is a bit bigger than neighboring ramen spots, and our server was so interactive, funny and friendly. I like that she actually holds a conversation between me and my friend, in terms of sake recommendations, and being honest on what type of noodles she prefers (I asked her if their straight noodles are good or if I should go for the curly, and she gave me her honest opinion on both, so I went for curly.) She was able to also assist my friend in choosing a better appetizer. I love the bigger variety of drink options, from alcohol to boba milk teas. The curly noodles in the Tonkotsu Ramen was awesome, and the meat's so soft and delicious. My only qualm is that the broth to noodles ratio is a little off; too much broth and it's more watery than other broths I've tasted. Nonetheless, my experience back here went well, and I can definitely see myself coming back here with friends.

    A family friend and I went to try out Ninja Ramen. We had a great time!…read more Our food came out wonderful and we were happy with the selection, prices, and quality! My friend loved her ramen and my favorite item was the gyoza. Vegetarian gyoza is hard to come by and I was thankful they made it. We were pleasantly surprised that Royal Tea would serve us in the Ramen restaurant. We were able to have some delicious drinks with our meal! I wasn't a fan of the red bean fish, but my friend loved them and ate both! We loved the atmosphere and design of the restaurant. We thought the vibe was very bright and lively. Our servers were both great and super helpful. We enjoyed our time greatly.

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    Hoshi Ramen

    4.3(29 reviews)
    2.5 mi•Far North
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    This was fantastic. I've had shitty ramen before, and I've been spurned many times…read more This might be the best ramen of my life. You all deserve wealth, love and happiness. Signed, a very satisfied customer.

    Craving hot noodle soup on a rainy day, I finally stopped in to this spot to try their ramen. The…read moreinside has casual vibes but cozy feels at the same time. You order at the counter and they bring the food to your table. With the ramen, you have the option to customize the type of ramen bowl they offer along with different soup bases. I was happy to see they had a garlic ramen with tonkatsu soup option. There's also a variety of appetizers, rice bowls, other noodle dishes, and desserts. They even have Korean street foods such as tteokbokki, pancakes and buldak stir-fried noodles. Along with my ramen, I ordered the sweet and spicy chicken karaake. The texture of the meat tasted like a meatball or ground chicken. While I liked the ramen in general, the soup was a bit on the salty side and that's coming from someone who likes her food salty. My friend didn't think so and literally slurped her bowl to the last drop. I will likely return to try other items on the menu, especially with it being so close to home. It's nice to have a ramen option nearby. They also offer bingsu which looks to be a smaller to-go version that looks interesting to try.

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    Kintaro Ramen

    4.4(355 reviews)
    17.0 mi
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    There's a rule us Asians use to quickly filter out Asian restaurants that may not be good: who are…read morethe majority of folks who are eating inside and who are the chef/cooks? This place didn't pass that test and it may be the only time in history where it proved me so wrong. When we were served the karage chicken with what appeared to be plain mayo I was seriously doubting my choice. It all changed when the ramen came out. This place is legit. They took the time to master their craft and they pay respect to what a proper bowl of ramen is. We both went for the spicy black garlic tonkatsu with differing spice levels; mild and reaper (+$1). Let's start with that -- typically all you pay for is a glob of chill oil that may or may not be spicy. This was not the case here, it added serious heat without altering the flavor. The black garlic was not burnt. The ramen had depth and umami, but could have been a but more seasoned. Eggs were cooked well and still jammy. If im ever in the area i'd be back.

    Honestly I wanted to like Kintaro Ramen more given the reviews. The food isn't bad but it's average…read moreat best in terms of ramen. I had the straight noodles instead of the curly/thicker noodles and honestly if I even come back to this restaurant I'll have to try the curly since I don't think Kintaro does their straight noodles well. Too soft and too "spaghetti" like. Hands down, the only place that does the straight noodles right is Jinya Ramen. But even so, I wasn't too fond of the broth or texture of the chashu here. Overall, the atmosphere is great. You have the option to self-order and the portions are large. Staff was friendly and nonetheless my friend and I had a great time. But unless I'm coming back here with someone who wants to eat here, I don't see myself actively choosing to be back at this spot over other ramen places anytime soon.

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    The bathroom was super clean! Toilet was spotless and floors were clean!

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    4.1(551 reviews)
    10.6 mi•Arlington Heights
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    From the first step inside, you can tell you found your new spot. The meals are perfectly cooked…read morefresh to order, with care from the cheerful staff. I recommend the Pho Bo (filet & brisket; no red onion), veggie spring roll, honey glazed garlic wings, shaking chicken (in a bowl w/ extra salad), lemongrass beef ... could go on. First time? Stop by for happy hour M-F 3pm-7pm SK u can get discounted small plates, try em' all! The team here is wonderful, you'll be glad you stopped by!

    Convincing a car full of people to have lunch at a pho shop in the middle of 100 degree weather is…read morenot easy...but it helps when that pho shop has a good review on Yelp! My party of 6 was sat during the lunch rush with no wait, and we were quickly greeted by our server with drink orders and helpful info about the menu. There were off menu specials posted on the table, which drew in a few of us as the rest braved the warm broth that felt comparably steamy to the soupy atmostphere outside. I got the Pho Bo, which boasts a combination of three different beefs complete with a beef broth. The flavors were good, but definitely could have felt a little more developed. The typical accoutrements that come with any bowl of pho (bean sprouts, jalapeno, basil, etc.) were a bit less generous than you recieve at your mom and pop shops but that's what you expect when you go to a place that is shooting for trendy above all else. The menu has plenty of options for vegetarians and those with gluten sensitivities which is great when dining with a variety of diets and the vibe was laid back, with plenty of decor to catch your eye. I do wish I could have gone at a time when I could try their cocktails, as their descriptions were certainly intriguing! I think overall if you want a quick, no frills, lunch then you might be able to find someplace else. But if you have some time to spare and can really get into the menu, then this is a place to check out!

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    Pho Chicken Curry

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    Yori

    4.2(335 reviews)
    9.3 mi
    •$$

    Amazing food and amazing staff! My favorite restaurant, the server Moon is very kind and always…read moremakes the experience warm and welcoming. Restaurant is very cute and cozy and the food is 10/10 everytime!

    First night eating here. I was extremely excited to have a Korean eatery near us with a high…read morerating. On arrival I saw 4 posted signs on the door for hiring. Red flag. Basically, it tasted as if the owner is in the back running the line because his cooks left him hanging. Crappily marinated, improperly cooked meat is what we got. Who ever was on the sides and banchan were on it though. They need a raise. Also, clean your restaurant and pick a theme man. Sidenote, having the server come out to tell us without coming out yourself is lame. They apologized many times to say sorry, the owner is in the back and told me to tell you such and such: "You just don't like "our" food. It's supposed to be like that." No, pretty sure it isn't. Your marinade for your meat is not good. The star goes toward your pantry cook. The banchan was not bad, weird lineup but not bad. Why no japchaee, or radish kimchi? Also, that much mayo on steamed broccoli def wasn't my favorite. They really tried to convince us that this is how it's supposed to taste, "What do you mean it tastes sour?" I mean, your marinade has too much vinegar in it. It tastes bad. "What exactly is wrong with the galbi?" It sat in the marinade too long, the meat taste grainy- because of the pear in the marinade- or pineapple juice to each their own. It can basically cook the meat before the meat hits the pan if you leave it in there too long. You would notice this stuff during the plating process- presentations good. But if the foods bad, it's bad no matter how pretty you make it look. We paid the full bill, didn't touch the meat. Pancake was good. Gave 10% to the server, because it wasn't her fault but she didn't help the situation. Forgot to mention as well: a lady and her kids at the table next to us got her meal discounted because of the food. When I asked if it is usually better she said, yes so much better. I'm not sure who is back there but it isn't the normal cook. It's pretty bad tonight. Maybe it was a one off, like everyone has but... the idea that you can try to convince customers that maybe they're wrong and just don't know how Korean food should taste surely did leave a bad taste for us.

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    Hoshi Ramen

    Hoshi Ramen

    4.3(85 reviews)
    6.3 mi

    Pretty solid spot in Keller for casual Japanese dishes. The interior is brightly lit and welcoming…read more The staff is very friendly. There's plenty of tables and booths. We tried the chasu bun, chicken karaage, hoshi ramen & yakisoba. The ramen portion was general and the broth was pretty good. The soba stood out; it had a little much mayo but overall the flavor was really great. Would recommend!

    Back from Japan and craving Ramen we started the hunt for a local spot today…read more The service was excellent and the restaurant itself had a nice ambiance. Gyoza to start that were nice and crispy, could have done with more than the teaspoonful of sauce we were given though. Maximum tea points, hot green tea that tasted delicious and was served in the cutest little pot I've seen in a while. It was a terrible pourer though, but the waiter warned me and put some napkins on the table to clean up. The ramen was quite disappointing, I know how spoiled I currently am with the memory of Ichibahn burned into my brain, but...these were quite pricey and not that good. The broth was lightly flavored with little depth, the beansprouts and corn (why are these in my ramen?) Moved the flavour profile even brighter and there was quite a lot of green onion. With a $5 add on for 2 small slices of extra pork that's a $20 bowl. So yes, 3 stars. They have bottled Kirin so I might be back, but I will be exploring the other menu items.

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    Inside

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    Delicious chicken teriyaki

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