Saturday 10/10 Came for an early dinner before heading to…read morethe Uncorked Arizona event at Chase Field grounds. Last time we enjoyed the sushi so much we had to come back for more. The sake I had was the Omikaze cold and unfiltered: delicious!, we also had the coconut cold sake. The ambiance is very pleasant, relaxed, the sushi preparation is done facing towards the tables, while the fried items are cooked in the kitchen. The staff in general are helpful and polite, our server especially was attentive, made sure there was no chile in what I ordered - and she took care that any spicy sauces were on the side, so we could share the various sushi orders. We ordered the Super Crunch Shrimp Roll, deep-fried, wrapped in soy paper, with shrimp tempura, avocado, cream cheese, crab stick and eel sauce. My favorite but all are so good it's hard to choose. A nice sashimi of yellowtail and albacore that was fresh, delicious, could've had more: the seaweed garnish was fresh and crunchy. Then the Rainbow roll came looking perfect but it was spicy so I admired it and my friends ate it all. The Kodo roll was also delicious, they kindly put the spicy garlic on the side so I could share with the others, The following review is from my first visit, I somehow thought I had posted it: , oops. Pleasant and efficient, with tables and some comfy banquettes along the side; the sushi station had three - maybe four? - chefs making the rolls and sashimiI while we decided what to order. I was quite impressed by the sashimi, but the whole lunch was delicious. We went around 1pm, so it wasn't crowded which was perfect for enjoying chatting and the food. We ordered sake bombs and for me the cold unfiltered sake: a good choice with deliciously fresh Sashimi, tempura shrimp, the unagi was delicious!, a tuna roll and a platter to share with salmon, the mentioned unagi nigiri and another spicy salmon I couldn't taste because there was chili in it. Definitely coming back !

This review is strictly for the food as I ordered through Uber Eats. I didn't step food into the…read moreresturant or have interaction with the employees. I like that they use purple rice for all the sushi here, it's healthy and also adds a bit to the flavor. Fish is fresh and portion sizes are generous - I mean that in a way that the rolls and sushi fill you up quite quickly without the rolls being too large in size. The balance between fish and rice is a solid ratio, although I'll say that everything started to taste quiet similar after a while and I couldn't really differentiate between the different rolls. Anyways, overall a solid sushi spot in Scottsdale, AZ. Mt Fuji Roll- Love that they top with raw scallop! Yellowtail Carpaccio - Fresh and vibrant, jalapeno adds a nice kick Havana Roll - The mango brings brightness to the roll 5 Nigiri & Crazy Roll - Value combo, the bluefin tuna quality is good

a huge thank you to Eddie, GM and Layla for making a birthday celebration a fun time for 12 people…read more Eddie was so helpful in the preparation for the party before with the planning and made sure that everyone had a great time! Layla was attentive and alot of fun as our wait staff. Everyone at our table had a wonderful time and that is primarily due to Eddie and Layla.

I think a 4-5 fits. We had a good experience…read more Arrived on a Thursday with a reservation for 440pm. We were sat right away with a group. Wasn't crowded at all for the dinner area but the bar was packed. They have happy hour. By 6 pm it was full and packed everywhere. Parking is plentiful. We did the chicken shrimp and the New York strip. The mushroom soup is very delicious, the salad dressing felt like it was missing something. The rice was phenomenal so yummy and full of flavor. I like their ginger seafood dipping sauce, but I absolutely cannot stand Dijon taste, and that's what they use for their meat, a mustard sauce. I really wish there was an alternative. The meat seemed to be cooked well and the steak to my boyfriend's liking, flavor was good. We got Lucky to try a sample of the Seabass and holy moly!!! literally melting butter in your mouth! Definitely regretful for our choices and next time we come in, it's Seabass all the way no fishy taste, again just melts in your mouth I wasn't in the mood for the pineapple Dole Ice Cream a bit sweet but definitely can be refreshing from the heat. I got their salmon sushi, and it was good and a decent cut (5$ each on happy hour) My boyfriend got their Japanese whiskey and he enjoyed it. He just said there was a lot of ice. There was one open seat at our table, and I couldn't imagine squeezing another person in. there was even a child sitting at our table and it still felt like we were on top of each other. Not much room at all with your drinks, appetizers, and dinner plates. The show the cook put on was fun and entertaining. Service was very friendly and attentive.

This is our go to Sushi restaurant. Great lunch and Happy Hour Specials…read more My son insisted on lunch at "The Zu" for his birthday today. He had the new Waygu Beef Surf and Turf Roll. Real Waygu from Japan!!! It was outstanding. Gavin the Manager is always a great host. Go there and enjoy!

Always great food. Culmination of multiple visits;…read more Alex is our Man, his service is exceptional, helpful, pleasant & friendly. Today we had Klara as our server; very good server. What a smile! Klara visited the table immediately asking for the drink order, returned for the appetizer or dinner request, he timing & efficiency is top not notch. Restaurant was fairly empty on arrival, a large group came in, a few other tables filled up, Klara handled it solo! Great job, awesome food & stunning server.

LOOKING FOR QUALITY JAPANESE CUISINE?! LOOK NO FURTHER!!…read more Akamaru Scottsdale is the finest of its kind in North Scottsdale. The restaurant is simple, clean, and welcoming. The waitress, chef, and assistant staff are incredibly friendly and QUICK. I loved the iced matcha, the Japanese fried chicken, and the REAL wasabi!! Do you know how hard it is to come across REAL wasabi in the USA?! It's rare for sure. Please come here for lunch or dinner - this is a small business worth the communities support.

It's just like eating at an Izakaya in Japan!!!…read more First time trying AkaMaru and we'll be back for sure! Everything we ordered tasted just like home...yes, I'm Japanese so trust me when say that! We ordered the chicken Kara-Age (Japanese fried chicken), couple of hand tools, cucumber salad (might be my favorite!) , takoyaki, yellowtail carpaccio, ajitsuke egg and yuzu cheese cake for dessert. One thing to keep in mind that Japanese Izakaya is NOT like your sushi restaurant. They don't serve rolls, but do have sashimi in bowls. It's meant to be like a tapas style and portions are usually smaller. The space is meant to smaller for a more intimate setting, although I think they could fit another table or two! I would suggest a few more items like gyoza, ramen, yakitori, Kushi-katsu, etc. I saw few comments about price... yep it's not cheap but the ingredients are fresh and it's comparable to any Japanese restaurant in Scottsdale!

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.

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.

Obon never disappoints! Sushi and Ramen are both very tasty, the vibe is always the right balance…read morebetween lively & intimate, and service is always spot on.

I am extremely disappointed with Sushi Oban's handling of a serious food allergy…read more Several weeks ago, while I was at Scottsdale Quarter, I walked into the restaurant specifically to ask whether any of their ramen could be prepared without soy because I have a soy allergy. The hostess told me she would check with the chef. She went to the back, returned, and told me that yes, they could prepare ramen for me with a broth that did not contain soy. Based on that assurance, I ordered the ramen and subsequently ordered it two more times. Each time, I clearly stated that I had a soy allergy, whether ordering online or by phone. At no point was I told there was a problem or that the broth contained soy. Today, I ordered the ramen again and picked it up, only to find a note taped to the order stating that all of their broths contain soy and that they had tried to call me. I called the restaurant because, understandably, I was extremely confused. I explained that I had specifically asked about the soy content from the very beginning, that an employee had checked with the chef, and that I had been assured the broth could be made soy-free. I have now eaten this ramen on multiple occasions believing it was safe for me. That is not a minor mistake. Food allergy information needs to be accurate and consistent. I am fortunate that I did not experience anaphylaxis as a result of the previous meals I was told were soy-free. To make matters worse, I was not refunded for the ramen I purchased today and cannot safely eat. Instead, I was told I would need to wait until Thursday, when the manager is available, to have a conversation about a refund. Today is Tuesday. I cannot recommend Sushi Oban to anyone with a food allergy of any kind. When a customer specifically discloses an allergy and staff consult the kitchen before assuring that customer that a dish is safe, the customer should be able to rely on that information. The inconsistency here is both disappointing and potentially dangerous.

Visited Roka Akor for a night to celebrate good food, music, and a great cause! They launched the…read morenew "Alice Cooper Frankenstein Roll" of which sales from each roll sold benefits Alice Cooper's Solid Rock Teen centers which provide free music, arts, and dance programs for teens. We started with a melt in your mouth Butterfish Tataki before enjoying the new Frankenstein Roll. The presentation was stunning for the Yuzu miso black cod dish and the red onion added a sweet touch to balance the fish out evenly. The pork belly and crispy Brussel sprouts were standouts. The chocolate hazelnut dessert was a bit too dense for my tastebuds but that's just a personal preference and my boyfriend enjoyed having more for himself. The staff were attentive all night and dishes came out at a quick and steady pace! I'd highly recommend visiting for a date night or special evening with friends and look forward to coming back soon!

Pro-tip: As of 10/10/26, the all-you-can-eat menu is different than what was previously advertised…read moreon social media. It's now $65 per person instead of $89 and it's for all you can eat sushi, no other hot brunch items. They offer a complementary dessert if you are here for a celebration. Highlights: The restaurant is beautiful, and it even goes down to the food, which is plated very intricately. The sushi is really high-quality and you can't go wrong with the nigiris or sashimis. I personally think the salmon yellowtail, amberjack, and oysters are phenomenal. We were given the Ube pot de creme for my husband's birthday, and it was really delicious. Lowlights: We came for the all you can eat sushi Sunday lunch and the service was very lacking. The food came out extremely slow and they limit you to ordering only three items which is disappointing combination especially when there's a two hour limit. Our waiter also kept forgetting parts of our order which only added to the frustration. I would be more eager to recommend this meal to others if the service wasn't so poor.

Very good rolls and bowls. Great value. Worth a trip for a casual meal, Stop it if you're hungry…read moreand don't want a lot of fuss but still want good food.

Picked up lunch after a round of golf for the fam on the way back to the hotel. We're on a little…read morevacation from SF and have to say this place was a pleasant surprise. Ended up placing a pretty big order and for the quality of food I'd have to say it was great value. Ended I ended up getting a beef bulgogi bento which came with 2 pieces of gyoza and California roll. Beef bulgogi had great flavor and good quality meat. There have been some places I've gone to that have horrible quality meat which end up having to toss out pieces due to being unchewable. Only thing was the CA roll pieces were really thin, almost like it was a typical 1 piece slice into half to count at "two." Also ordered deep fried gyoza for the kids, which they loved. We also got a beef udon which was good. Wifey ended up ordering a dragon roll which was good as well. Also got a couple bowls, salmon and beef bulgogi, which everyone also enjoyed. Overall a great little place when you need something quick to pick up. Variety of menu was great because it had a little something for everyone in the fam when you're wanting a mix of Korean and Japanese food. Service was quick considering how big of an order we made.

Fun, tasty, and healthy dinner experience at Yama Sushi & Asian Cuisine in Scottsdale on a…read moreweeknight. The food was plentiful as you can pick from several " all you can eat " menu choices, premier or deluxe at two different price points . The deluxe we chose had so many options as seen on menu and pictured . The attentive server & staff continued to bring fresh sushi , soup , skewers ,& more. The ambience was clean , modern ,& impressive" with rolling " wood look ceiling was eye catching . Comfortable large booths surround with a long bar on north side . The decor, service ,& food all most enjoyable. Again,accolades to the large attentive staff . A great value , if hungry for Japanese cuisine . Reccomended!

I was excited yet skeptical about this place and honestly it kind of lived up to my expectations…read more - Salmon Sashimi: buttery smooth and flavorful - Hamachi Sashimi: boring and tasted watery and bland - Salmon Skin: while a nice portion size (no rice, no sauce, no vegetables) and the skin had an awesome ratio of meat to skin, the skin was/is smoked so that flavor overpowered the salmon flavor I crave. I think if this skin wasn't smoked, I would 100% go back to Yama and try their hamachi kama, but I am such a NON FAN of smoked food, that I'm not sure I will ever go back. Sad day though because the salmon skin handroll portion size was on point!