This place must be new, didn't notice it around the area the last time I was in Astoria. I just…read morenoticed it on a whim since a restaurant I initially planned to go to wasn't open at the time. The place from the outside gives the impression that it's a small and narrow spot but it's pretty long and spacious as you step in. The servers there are very courteous and helpful so service is already at a high mark. Didn't take long for the food to be brought to me either. The food is definitely the better of most Japanese spots I've went to. In fact, it was so good I forgot to take a pic of my food before eating only to realize my error halfway through my lunch so taste is definitely high level too. The server was so kind and attentive he deserved a tip and that's not something I give on a whim. Actually kind of glad this detour came about. This is a really good restaurant.

This new Chinese-Japanese fast casual spot quietly opened this past week. It's in the same spot…read moreformerly occupied by Teriyaki U. Inside the layout is the same with the open grilling station towards the back. I got the below: Chicken Teriyaki Special ($9.99): Nice big portion of chicken teriyaki over white rice with a few pieces of steamed cabbage and broccoli. Overall tasted okay albeit a bid bland. I wanted more teriyaki flavor, but the chicken was nice and tender. Fried Chicken Dumplings ($5.99): good dumplings. Skin was thin and nicely fried. Not too greasy and the meat was good. Deluxe Bento with Chicken ($14.50): comes with 2 pieces of Veg Spring Rolls, 2 pieces of Chicken Dumplings, California Roll, and Chicken Teriyaki over white rice. I usually am a sucker for Bento boxes because it gives more variety of food like this one. I did not care for the California Roll. It was slightly cold, and the cucumbers did not seem fresh. The fried items (dumplings and spring rolls) were fine. Nicely fried and not oily. The chicken teriyaki was a bit bland. I was missing that sweet and savory flavor in the teriyaki sauce. Shrimp Tempura Sushi Roll ($7.95): was an okay roll. It had a drizzle of some kind of sauce (either teriyaki or soy sauce) but was still a bit bland. I think a lot of it had to do with the fact that they used regular rice instead of sushi rice. I really wanted to give them a higher rating. The staff were so nice and earnest. The interior is clean and feels spacious. Price point and portions were good. I just thought the food was bland overall.

The price and the quality of the food is absolutely impossible to beat…read more I ordered pick-up for the salmon avocado and the tuna avocado. It was ready within 15 mins of me calling. I will definitely be ordering this again!! 10/10!!!

Very nice Sushi spot in Woodside/Sunnyside, with super attentive staff…read more Went there with two other people on a hot Summer evening, wanted to sit down indoors but they were full (it's not a massive restaurant, probably fits about 15 people inside at a time). However they made sure we had seats and glasses of water right outside their front door while we waited for a spot, very kind of them. Once we eventually got in and snagged a table, we saw that there's a team of 2-3 professional sushi chefs behind a counter in the middle of the dining area, with a display of sashimi and other goodies behind the counter. A good sign for sure. They have a pretty extensive menu (I'd like to come back and try a few more things at some point, like their pineapple fried rice), but we came specifically for the sushi and ordered accordingly. Had some Edamame and Tempura Shrimp to start, and then ordered the "Lover's Plate" (or something along those lines) for two, to share among the 3 of us. Menu said it came with a good sampling of different kinds of sushi and sashimi, which is exactly what we were hoping for. And holy crow, do they not skimp on the portions. The Lover's Plate is like $50, but it's well worth it. We were utterly stuffed and could barely finish the food - would have brought home more if we didn't know that sashimi rarely stays as good after a day or so in the fridge, so we crammed down as much as we could while sitting there. The bottom line about the sushi and sashimi is that they were good - maybe not spectacular, but again quite good overall. Clearly they know what they're doing, behind the counter. Meanwhile their staff came over multiple times to check on us, see if we liked the food or wanted anything else - they seemed genuinely keen on making sure we were having a good time, despite having a packed restaurant of other customers to handle as well. The bill wasn't cheap, but it wasn't crazy expensive either - just the right amount, given the quality of the food. Would happily come again and try out other items from their sizable menu.

I was craving sushi/Japanese cuisine and can across this restaurant right across from the Woodside…read morestation. If you like shumai just ask like I did. That craving was satisfied. Found it included with a dinner offering, but not listed otherwise. Miso soup is good. I enjoyed the Hawaii roll (see photo). They offer Sapporo and Kirin Ichiban beers served with chilled glass. It's a good sit down place if you're not in a hurry. Of course take out available. I'll be back next time I'm in town.

My new favorite item Rock shrimp delicious ! On this rainy…read moreweek delivery it is ! I got the chicken teriyaki bento box and rock shrimp with side of rice (carbs girl) and spicy mayo. So much shrimp so much chicken given I love this place.

I live around the corner from here and was happy to see a new spot that isn't another coffee shop…read moreopen up within walking distance to me. This place mostly looks like a to-go spot, but there are tables inside if you want to sit. I placed an order at the counter and was told it'd be around 15 minutes. What I really appreciate about this spot is that it has a decent sushi menu but also offers soup dumplings - these are two of my favorite things. The inside is clean and casual. After around 15 minutes or so my order was ready. The sushi I had was fresh and well-priced. The soup dumplings were good also, though a little more doughy than what I usually like. I was sad that they forgot my miso soup. Overall I would come back here again, especially given that I live right around the corner.

After playing at a nearby playground, we were starving and looking for a place to eat. This…read morerestaurant popped up in my search and was conveniently located just two blocks away, so we decided to give it a try. It's a fast-casual spot specializing in Americanized Japanese fare. Here's what we ordered: Shumai ($5.99/6pcs): you can choose to get them steamed or fried and I highly recommend getting them fried. They were cooked perfectly and it had a nice crispy exterior and soft center. Yes, they aren't as healthy but they are so much more tasty fried! Shogun Wings ($7.99/5pcs or $13.99/10pcs): solid wings. They were very crispy and slightly salty. It was accompanied with some kind of soy based dipping sauce. Spring Rolls ($5.99/3pcs): was just okay and would probably skip these next time. Dragon Roll ($12.99): eel and cucumber with avocado on top and drizzle of eel sauce. This was delicious but much too similar to a stadard Eel roll which I could probably have ordered for $8. Beef Teriyaki Bowl ($11.99): served with fried rice and broccoli. The teriyaki sauce was very good but the beef was a bit too chewy. We also got two Hibachi Bentos which came with miso soup, rice (white or fried), broccoli, two pieces of gyoza and four pieces of a California roll. Hibachi Salmon Bento ($14.99): I opted for white rice. It came with 3 pieces of Salmon and was really solid dish. Hibachi Chicken Bento ($13.99): We chose fried rice. It came with a generous portion of sliced teriyaki chicken. We all agreed this was by far the best dish among the beef, salmon and chicken bowls we ordered. Taro Milk Tea ($5.99): good overall, and tapioca was nice and soft. Overall, a great lunch. We scarfed everything down. Good to know there's a solid spot to grab a bite whenever we are near by.

Really fast and good service! It's a really cute small mom and pop sushi place mostly for take out…read morebut we stayed to eat there and it wasn't a problem either. Prices are insanely cheap for this economy and the sushi was actually really good. It tastes probably about the same as watawa sushi down the block in terms of quality. I'll definitely be coming back here!

Great food, friendly service. I've ordered from them for pick up/delivery and had no issues. Love…read moretheir one piece decorations!

Tomo is a solid go-to for fresh sushi and Japanese and Chinese comfort food in Elmhurst. I've been…read morehere a few times now, and each visit has been consistently satisfying. The ambiance is cozy yet modern, and the staff are always friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The sushi is the highlight -- fresh, well-prepared, and beautifully presented. The Tomo Special Roll is a must-try, and their sashimi is sliced perfectly. I also really enjoyed the spicy tuna crispy rice -- flavorful with just the right amount of heat and crunch. They have a decent variety on the menu beyond sushi too -- the ramen is flavorful, though not quite as rich as what you'd find at a dedicated ramen spot. Only reason for 4 stars instead of 5: prices are a little on the higher side for the portion sizes. Still, definitely worth a visit if you're craving good sushi in the area. Will definitely be back!

This was our first time ordering from here and we were impressed by the variety of sushi and…read moresashimi Tomo has to offer. The website is very easy to navigate and ordering on the phone was super easy. When we got to the restaurant the food was ready. Food is hot, reasonably priced, and they are generous with the portions and sauces. We ordered: * Sushi and Sashimi Combo for 2 ($44.00) * Pork Katsu Bento ($22.50) * Fried Fish Bento ($22.50) * Beef Teriyaki Bento ($22.50) * Three Rolls Combo: Yellow scallion roll, spicy salmon crunch roll, salmon tempura roll ($14.95) * Dragon Roll ($11.25) * Spider Roll ($14.50) It was a TON of food and it came out to $175. Presentation is gorgeous. I love how they decorate the end pieces of the maki rolls. Salad dressing is delicious, it tastes homemade. We love how all the bentos come with shrimp and veggie tempura -- the tempura sauce is also yummy. Overall a pretty solid place, can't wait to come back to try out the rest of the menu.

First-time order for meal kits. I've been eagerly awaiting this opportunity since I live in Texas,…read moreand now they deliver to my area! The package was securely sealed, and everything remained cold. Reheating was a breeze with a simple "Just Boil" method, ensuring the food retained its moisture and delicious texture. Ideal for Japanese food enthusiasts, this meal kit is a time-saving solution for preparing lunch during hectic mornings. I'll definitely order again.

Ordered four bento boxes to be picked up on a Sunday morning around 11:30am. They were always very…read morequick to respond to my email inquiries. Very satisfied and great food!

Fuyu has been around for many years. I've walked by numerous times but somehow, this was my very…read morefirst visit! This is a very busy neighborhood restaurant, so don't be surprised if you have to wait for a table! Ambiance, decor and service was great! Everyone was friendly and welcoming. Prices were very reasonable and affordable! Service was quick. Fuyu uses the freshest ingredients and you can tell they take great care in preparing their dishes! These are the dishes we tried tonight: - Karage Chicken 5pcs/$9 - Fuyu Chicken Wings 5pcs/$9 - Tantanmen Ramen w.added Chashu ($16.50+$3.50) - Tonkotsu Ramen $15 - Chashu Dupbap $10 Overall, everything was very good; especially the Ramen and Dupbap dishes. I found the Tantanmen a little overly salty but still pretty good. There are many other great items on their menu. Next time, I'd like to try their various buns, which looked terrific! Fuyu is definitely a neighborhood favorite and I would return to try more items!

For most Sunnysiders, ramen wasn't a thing until Fuyu came along. 7 years and many bowls later, it…read morehas become a fixture in the neighborhood for Asian eats in a casual setting and remains a dependable lunch and dinner option in the area. In terms of aesthetics, Fuyu does it best work at night. The intimate vibe is captured well, through their soft evening lighting with date night vibes and ample seating. It's a tight squeeze with big groups, so keep it in mind since everyone will likely sit on a stool. To no one's surprise, the food remains the star. When they first started, the tonkotsu was the usual choice, but they've since graduated to other types of ramen from tsukemen to tantan mien. Their hiyashi chuka is a seasonal noodle dish and worth inquiring upon arrival. Despite it all, I'd probably end up ordering the original tonkotsu at the end of the day. Ramen is really only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to their extensive menu, which now serves katsu burgers in addition to their sushi burrito, fried squid, and classic selections takoyaki and gyoza. The slew of Korean dishes (such as the dupbab) still gives me a double take. Prices for a bowl of ramen are in the $16-19 range. It might feel pricey, because it is. The service makes for a big part of the experience and they have been solid. This is no destination per se, but a solid neighborhood worthy spot that deserves a look when craving slurp worthy ramen.