This hidden gem was perfection! Outside there is no sign on…read morepurpose. Our server said once you visit, you won't forget to its mysterious location. We popped in for a lunch and could not have been more pleased. The modern spacious room was perfect. The cool 80's music was a fun and unexpected touch. Our service was absolutely incredible. Two men assisted us and were so nice. The one guy chatted with us and really made us feel welcome and appreciated. We are from Chicago and found out the owner is as well. The food was fresh and tasty. The portions were very generous. We loved or classic maki rolls and sampled some of their very creative specialty rolls. Wow, every bite was de-lish. I would definitely return.

We got takeout after a volleyball tournament and it was perfect. Online ordering was a breeze, they…read morecalled to confirm something on our order, and it was ready exactly when it was supposed to be. The fried dumplings, bento box with the fried chicken, and the sushi rolls we chose were excellent. Everything we needed to enjoy a sushi feast in our hotel room was in the bag. I would love to go back and eat in the restaurant as it looked cute and cozy.

The salmon don was amazing, The service was amazing, and the decor was super cute. I can't wait to…read moreeat here again.

W-Tao is a great place to eat before an event at the Des Moines Civic Center! Only a city block…read moreaway! The miso soup was nice and hot (but only had two pieces of tofu lol). The spicy edamame had a little kick but nothing too crazy. The sushi was very fresh and everything we ordered was really good. The waiter seemed to be new bc he seemed nervous but the overall service was pleasant. The vibe was chill, the temperature was perfect on a sub-zero freezing day, and the lights were the right 'dim' amount. I recommend this restaurant and I definitely will be eating there again.

Their yaki udon (chicken) is amazing. Travels really well too. Recommend adding some sriracha. I…read morefound the regular ramen bowls well made but I'm not a huge ramen fan. The rest of the menu is solid.

Got two Hidden leaf bowls. It cost over 50 dollars for them. The meat was so dry and chewy and…read morethey didn't add any chili sauce to it. Small portions and very bland. I'm so disappointed. I've heard nothing but good things about this place. Staff was super nice and the store looked cool, the food just is not worth the price. I've had better ramen in the mall.

OMG. The sushi and nigiri are out of this world and more aligned to something I would expect in…read moreChicago or New York City. I had the futomaki and bluefin akami (deep, cranberry red) to start, followed by the bluefin toro, the J. Pablo, and finished with the tuna lemon. All were excellent in their own distinct ways. This restaurant is super cute on the inside, and they fly in their seafood from all over, but it is very fresh and made at the bar in plain sight. Caitlin took excellent care of me, and Pedro made all of the sushi by hand, and he did a phenomenal job of educating me on what he was making, and what everything was. My dinner there was the highlight of my visit to DSM, and locals and visitors alike need to check this restaurant out!

Masao is hands down one of the best dining experiences you'll find in Iowa. The sushi is incredibly…read morefresh and easily the best I've had. I ordered the J-Pablo, my wife had the Volcano Roll, and both were absolutely packed with flavor--we couldn't have been happier. We also shared the mushroom gnudi from the French side of the menu, and honestly, it was one of the most delicious things I've eaten in a long time. We were still talking about it the rest of the night. If you're looking for high-quality food, unique flavors, and an unforgettable meal, Masao is a must-visit. We'll definitely be back.

Really good restaurant, been here multiple times and never get tired of it, u should try the Malibu…read moresunset is a really good drink

This is great, super good and fresh sushi…read more I recommend the all u can eat and bring a friend or family, you will get enough and can try what ever you want. You can always order more but so don't do a lot right away or else you might have to pay for extra which is standard. Great place to eat

Wonderful time. We had a fantastic group of "stranger" we sat with. The chef was entertaining and…read moremade a delicious meal. Shrimp and scallops were perfectly cooked. Service was fantastic. The whole evening was a great date night.

Great atmosphere, great service, and amazing food! Will forever be a staple in the Des Moines area.read more

My dad and I have been going to this place since we moved to Des Moines back in 2019 (more or…read moreless). We love it here! The staff are so sweet and so is the owner! They remodeled their restaurant not too long ago, and it looks so clean and beautiful in there. The food is amazing as well!! My dad always gets the Mouth Watering roll, he always loves it! The Crab Rangoons are a must try as well! Those are always so good!! (Some photos I've taken from previous trips)

Best Ramen I've ever had! Amazing service, very attentive servers. I've been going there for 2-3…read moreyears, everything from the sushi and appetizers to the ramen always tastes as good every single time! I've tried many other ramen restaurants around Iowa and Chicago and nothing beats this one. I always recommend to family and friends and they've all loved it! I Highly recommend! (Picture is from a while ago)

Hana Sushi was overall a good experience. As a vegetarian, I was happy to see several sushi roll…read moreoptions available. We ordered the veggie sushi combo, veggie maki roll, peanut avocado roll, and shiitake mushroom roll. The veggie sushi combo came with a salad, but it wasn't brought out with our meal and we had to ask for it. The veggie maki roll was essentially fried rolls, which were solid and satisfying. The vegetarian sushi combo had a beautiful presentation, and it included some veggie sashimi, which was unique and not something I see very often. The peanut avocado and shiitake mushroom rolls were fantastic and definitely the highlights. The ambiance was good, the food was solid but not extraordinary, and the service was mid. Overall, a decent spot with good vegetarian options.

Got the Kiss Kiss specialty roll, which I'd get again, very tasty. And the chicken katsu ramen with…read morethe spicy tonku broth base. The ramen bowls here are massive, and I'd recommend splitting it between two people like we did or plan on taking part of it to-go with you because of its larger portion size. Will have to come back again earlier in the day to try one of their lunch specials!

Happy Hour Paradise Usually dead in the place…read moreBring them to MN This is a chain that I would definitely like to see in the Twin Cities. It is pretty much Happy Hour most of the time. All day Sunday. Generally make it here every time that I get to town. If you had told me how much time I would have spent in Des Moines twenty years ago, I would have said you are nuts. Rolls range from $6.50 to $10.75 on HH. Had the Cali Roll and Crunchy L.A. tonight. Both great. No cucumber on either. Nothing ruins a good piece of sushi like Cucumber. Glass of Chard for $6.50. Leaving pleasantly full and looking forward to my next visit.

The food is great. The service is awful. The ambience is great. They kicked me out because they…read moresaid I didn't pay but I did. I was sitting outside and the cash I used blew away because it was a windy day so I used my card and they said I didn't have enough cash on hand and then I'd try to use another card and they said it didn't work

My go to for teriyaki meals. I always order the tofu with white rice and ginger sauce for my salad…read more Good portions served for a meal. You cant go wrong with chicken and others. When i get home, i microwave a few raw shrimp and add to my tofu. What a meal! Service is superfast most times but occasionally there is a long wait. Decent sit down settings.

The fact that this place has anything below a five star is crazy, this food had me damn near…read morefloating. The guy at the front was probably one of the best servers ever and gave us free crab rangoon. Absolute masterpiece. I 100000% recommend.