Noodle craving on a cold day, so I checked this place out for lunch on a whim while running an…read moreerrand. It's cute and colorful with warm vibes. I was seated very promptly and had my order taken by a friendly server. The pho dac biet was okay, the broth was kind of lacking in depth and aromatics...but we are in Arlington, not the Dot or Quincy. The thing that put me off was the rare beef was a bit sour, so I fished it to the side and avoided it. The few tables around me seemed to like their dishes, but I personally won't be going out of my way to return.

Tonight my mom friends and I had a night out at Noodle Market. It's not the typical trendy spot for…read morea ladies night out but it was perfect for a frigid evening when you just want to wear comfy clothes, be warm, and not stray far from home. One friend is a regular and she got her usual entree with a bunch of substitutions to accommodate her food intolerances (poor thing!), and the staff was very kind as usual. Another friend got the duck which is her favorite dish (she was happy with it!). I got spicy green beans and chicken and it was very flavorful and just the perfect level of spicy for me. Two of us ordered the hot sake (it's in the teens today!). The hot sake is actually a nicer brand than you sometimes get. It had a nice clean finish and maybe went down a little too easily! The best part about our dinner was that the staff let us stay and chat for hours without rushing us out. It was not a crowded evening being so cold but it was a very pleasant experience. My family has been coming to noodle market since we first bought our home in town in 2018. It's our go to place for pho when someone is sick. It doesn't have the most flavorful broth I've ever had but it is always fresh so we keep ordering it. Sometimes you just want clean healthy food and that's what you'll find at noodle market.

Seriously, one of the best Omakase experiences I've had! Chef Tom is amazing and I would love to…read morecome back and eat here again. I was very fortunate to come here with a very good friend as an invited guest. Such a great selection of sushi and sashimi. It was superb. Also, my favorite was King Crab. Since it was Omakase, I can't tell you what the regular menu is, but I can definitely tell you what was prepared for me was perfect!

Out of Uni and out of Toro…read more This place offers japanese, Chinese and Thai cuisine. It's a mix of everything. I suspect they output more Chinese dishes than anything. A bit disappointed in them being out of two staple items on a Saturday, when the place was pretty empty. Oh well. Not bad. Not great. Only ordered sushi. Seems like we should have ordered some cooked dishes. I regret not trying a Chinese dish. As far as sushi goes, this wouldn't be my go to, with some awesome choices very close by. Service was OK. They decided to give us wine that had been opened at least the day before, if not longer. We sent it back. At least they acknowledged it was opened previously. The interior is dated. In the winter, when people come in or out, there is a massive blast of cold air.

Best Thai in the greater Boston area. Most of the people who didn't give it 5 stars are complaining…read moreabout wait times and the small restaurant. It's become a very popular spot and it is a small restaurant. Expect to wait and I believe now most tables are by reservation or there are long waits. Pick up or dine has always been 5/5 and I've dined there over a dozen times. Living in Winchester where food is bad to worse than bad we finally have a savior.

I stopped here as there are a lot of wonderful reviews. The owner was very pleasant and helpful as…read moreI placed my order for pickup later in the evening. The order was ready when promised. The ambiance is cute and reasonably small. The food was forgettably bland. The spice level, which I asked for spicy, was not even close to any other Thai restaurant I have been to). If you have a typical American palate, you'll likely love the food. If you want more authentic and try it, let us know your thoughts.

Love this spot! Such friendly, attentive staff and the restaurant is clean and adorable inside. We…read morewere given some scallion pancakes on the house which was beyond kind and appreciated, and they were SO delicious. We enjoyed everything we tried and will be back many more times! We also enjoyed some refreshing Thai tea which isn't pictured in my photos! Highly recommend.

I'm a simple man. I see Khao Soi, I give 4 stars…read more Oh I need to say more? This is not socks-blown-off Thai food, but the variety of things they have is pretty impressive. And, at least from my experiments, it doesn't seem like they're just phoning it in on these dishes. Things taste fresh and they don't skimp on ingredients. For sure there could be a bit more spice in there but...I mean, it's Medford.

I finally got takeout at Ginger exchange express in Arlington Heights last night. There was a…read morecoupon on Grubhub and we managed to get dinner for four delivered for under $80. (Thanks inflation.) I got the bokbok chicken (which didn't have any vegetables other than a few slices of cucumber - next time I'll get a side of veggies), my husband got an udon dish. My daughter got tofu lo mein with vegetables, and my son got the beef bibimbap. There is also a sushi menu, but none of us tried it. I'd say it's good for Asian fusion. We will probably order again soon because we are often craving multiple cuisines and Ginger exchange offers that. Possibly the best part is that the portions were large enough that we had leftovers for dinner tonight!

It was CRAZY how bland this food was. My first and last time. Food was comically poor. Just no…read moreflavor and it arrived looking just as poor as it tasted. Three entrees and an order of dumplings was $85 for delivery. Highway robbery! After one bite of the drunkards noodles, I was angry at how bland it was. My friend's pad Thai was so white I thought it was a container of bean sprouts but, nope that was the noodles. Like, what in the actual hell is going on here?!?! Avoid!!!

The neighborhood sushi place in Belmont…read more Is this sushi at a shack on the fishing pier where the fish comes straight off the boat and on to your table with just enough of a pause for the chef to slice things up? No. Is this sushi from the latest Peruvian-Aegean fusion chef whose re-imagination of Northeastern Asian raw dishes is likely to win him a Michelin star? No. Is this sushi for Thursday night when you have a craving for sushi and don't feel like driving into Boston? Yes. The sushi is just fine. No complaints from this Yelper.

I think the sushi was good and the service was excellent with reasonable prices. The shrimp tempura…read moreroll as well as the California roll were very good. We had a spicy tuna roll that wasn't spicy, and it tasted a tiny bit fishy. We ordered the edamame and it was overflowing, although not salted. They were also stingy with the ginger and the wasabi. I think all of the above are likely just growing pains, and I look forward to trying them again.

Whenever we crave Chinese food this is the place we run too!…read more The restaurant is located at the Arlington heights plaza area and they have plenty of seating for big and small parties. Everytime we show up for dinner there is always alot of take out orders which is a good sign. There is one very nice waitress which runs around alot when the place is packed but she does a very good job of providing timely service to everyone. We really enjoy the hand pulled noodles which is a must every time we done in. They are cooked perfectly and are packed with flavor of whichever dish you choose them with. We also really enjoy their dry hot pot, especially the shrimp dry pot. It's a stir fry kind of dish packed with several veggies like red peppers, broccoli and much more! The soups are also very good and rich in flavor and are perfect for a chilly day. Some of them are served in a large portion so they are perfect for sharing. You really can't go wrong with any dish! The menu is insanely long and they have a code system for each item tagged with a letter and number which makes it easier to order. We really enjoy dining here and it's always fun to try a new dish from their large menu!

The feeling that filled my heart in this moment was one finding a long lost love. One that you had…read moreonce, one that eventually drifted apart due to whatever circumstances, and then finding each other again in the most unexpected moment and regaining that wonderful traction of a friendship all over again. Yes, I'm talking about food. It was once a tale of two spots. One in Watertown and one right here. As I resided in closer to the Watertown location since the move here, I frequented it and found solace in their dishes - absolute comfort food that was done very well. However, like all businesses, things change and eventually the business was sold. I knew there was a transition period and the owner and chefs stuck around to "train" the new owners. I hoped that the "good" would remain and that the new owners would continue the tradition of wonderfully curated dishes and keep the regulars coming back. Did it happen? No. I gave them about a month of repeated visits to gauge their level of culinary competence but it never came through. Long story short. I stopped going and that feeling of lost love began to fester. I didn't think much of it. I thought he had sold this place too since I've often overheard him saying how hard it was to run this business to his associates as he tried to satisfy every customer walking in the door or ringing the phone off the hook. So when I finally found a chance to be on this side of town, I decided to stop by and give it a shot. Maybe, maybe I thought, the new owners here would do a much better take on what they had taken over. What I didn't expect after placing an order was to see the owner walking out from the kitchen with dishes in hand to serve another table. Eyes wide open, I couldn't help but say, "HEY! Good to see you again." He in return showed the same look and smiled greeting me back with fondness and delight. That's when I spoke to the lady and asked more about the whole situation, wherein she explained how they sold the other place but kept this one. Regulars of the other spot now take the 15-20 minute drive just to come up here instead for a meal. I smiled. It made sense. They must have felt robbed when they went back after the place was sold. Food wasn't even remotely the same. Don't even talk about service either. Anyways, long story short, when the food came out. I felt this completeness return back to my soul. Here, once again, I felt home away from home. The food did me justice. The flavors impeccable. The culinary finesse was displayed thoroughly with each bite. So it is, once again, I found my long lost love again in Boston and can't wait to be here every single Sunday for a wonderful special meal that teleports me back to what "Home Tastes" like.

Updated review, the seventh stop on my "Eat the Distance!" tour!…read more Daikanyama has become something of a local establishment for us and so far maintains the title of freshest sushi (and the uni e.g. really is exquisitely fresh) within the Lexington area. Of course this sentiment may be amended in future but for now remains. Service is predictably superb and quick which, paired with the clean modern interior, sets Daikanyama apart as a relaxing almost restful interval. Tastefully done, and I'm grateful to have you so nearby. Can't wait to sample your omakase!

Does below look like 75 dollars worth of sushi? Some pieces have microscopic amount of fish. 4…read morepiece was decent but 18 bucks. Teryaki chicken had no teriyaki sauce, just pan cooked chicken breast. Terrible. Been coming here in the past, but this was the last time.