I was on the hunt for ramen and about to stop at a different place, yet saw Hoka Hoka Fuku when I…read morewas in a different shopping center first. First of all, they had a kid's meal, which is always a plus. We started with the Ika Geso Age (deep fried squid tentacles) which were a hit with everyone at the table. I ordered the plain ramen for my child, and they enjoyed the noodles once we put some on a plate and cut them up. My husband and I opted for the Kuro Fuku which we customized in our own ways. It was absolutely delicious, and we finished the entire bowl. I can't remember what my aunt had, yet she thoroughly enjoyed her meal. For dessert, we had the Chocolate Lava Cake which was so yummy! I'm not sure what type of syrup was on the ice cream, yet paired with the mini bundt chocolate cake that had a melted surprise in the middle, it was the perfect way to end the meal. The service was great and exactly what we'd expect from a restaurant focused on East Asian food. The atmosphere was nice, the seating was mindfully spaced for small parties of 2-4 people, and the wooden vertical slats on the windows to block the sun was a functionally, yet aesthetically beautiful choice with the Japanese restaurant. I definitely recommend visiting for a meal and bringing a friend or two.

I absolutely loved the interior design of the restaurant and the staff were very attentive and…read morefast! I ordered the Kani fries and the ton katsu (pork) with Japanese curry added. The fries were amazing and had a generous portion of crab meat. The ton katsu platter was also great, the pork katsu was crisp and delicious but the show stealer was definitely the Japanese curry. It was so flavorful and perfectly seasoned but the potatoes were a bit undercooked and hard. I also ordered a Draft Sapporo which was unfortunately flat with little to no carbonation.

Pork belly was nice and crispy. I thought the dish had too much sauce…read more I really liked the chili oil so be sure to ask for some on the side.

Stopped in for a quick snack and drink. Had the Cobra Kai drink with Japanese whiskey and ube and…read morethe Fist of Fury with Lychee and Rum. Food: Krab roll and Brisket roll. The brisket roll was good and not greasy with a well spiced wasabi ranch. Krab roll is popular but wasn't as good as I expected. It's similar to a California roll without cucumber and the chili oil dip lacked flavor. Ambience was nice, drinks are strong. Good place for cocktails.

Cozy spot in heart of SA. Great food and great service. Highly recommend to friends and family.read more

Niki's Tokyo Inn is a fun dining experience for adventurous foodies. Tucked away in San Antonio, it…read morefeels like a little piece of Japan hidden in an old 60s era home--with the wood paneling and everything (IYKYK). You can choose between a seiza-style seating, where you're required to remove your shoes and sit on the floor, or "Western-style" at a traditional table and chairs. The seiza experience was fully booked during our visit, so we were seated at a table near the sushi bar. We started with the gyoza and tuna sashimi. Neither was particularly remarkable, but both were enjoyable. For dinner, we ordered the Sukiyaki and Tokyo Inn Dinner, which made for a fun family-style meal. The vegetable tempura was traditional and well prepared, although unfortunately it arrived a little on the cool side. The sukiyaki was the standout for me, with its sweet broth and braised beef paired with fresh bamboo shoots. The sashimi included with the Tokyo Inn Dinner was fresh and enjoyable as well. Overall, I'm glad we had the experience. That said, I think Niki's Tokyo Inn is more suited for foodies who have some familiarity with Japanese cuisine since menu isn't particularly descriptive. It could easily be a 4 star if we had a designated server guide us through the menu options.

Was on our way to smokey mo's when we saw this place. On a whim we decided to try it because there…read morebowls looked good. We were not disapointed at all. The place was small and comfy the service was polite and the food came out at a good pace. The food was perfectly spiced and felt great to eat. I cant wait to come back during a rainy winter day to enjoy this great comfort food.

Order: - Chicken Katsu Curry level medium…read more- Shrimp Tempura - Fried Gyoza - Miso Soup - Melon Soda 10 out of freaking 10!!! I was iffy because I've tried curry a couple times before and didn't like it because it has a slight sweetness, but I prefer savory and spicy. The girl at the front was so kind, helpful, and honest with my questions. She told me the Chicken Katsu Curry may have a sweetness, but not a super strong one. So I decided to go with it and make it spice level medium so give me what I like and balance the possible sweetness. I chose everything else on my own, but she did comment that the shrimp tempura was really good and she was not lying!! They put some kind of topping on it and it's amazing. For everything I ordered, it was $36. In my opinion, the pricing was incredible. And I drove all the way from here to my home on the northeast side to eat and everything was still hot and crunchy! So I'm thinking it was made fresh. They put my curry on the side so I could add it myself which was smart thinking! They obviously have a great team. Informative, small wait time after I ordered, beautiful inside, but especially a CLEAN inside. I'm not on this side of town often, but when I am... trust; I will be back. Thank you all so so much! Perfection!

The place was clean, and the A/C was working well, which was nice on a hot day. I wasn't planning…read moreto write a review because we were in a rush to find a place to eat, but I was so impressed by the excellent customer service we received from Genesis that I had to. The food was amazing and definitely did not disappoint. Overall, I'm writing this review because of the outstanding service provided by our server, Genesis. She made our dining experience even better, and I truly appreciate her kindness.

SO SO good! I wouldn't call myself a ramen connoisseur by any means, but this was some of the best…read moreramen I've had. We started with the tebasaki wings. Absolute perfection. Perfect amount of crisp. Perfect amount of sauce. Flavor was great, not too overpowering the actual wing. By the time we were finished we wished there were more than 4 wings, but that left plenty of room for drinks and ramen! We ordered the Bakudan Ramen and the Spicy Umami Miso. Of course, we added things like bean sprouts, egg, corn, mushrooms. Great flavor and good sized portions. The Sensei (Japanese Old Fashioned) was great. Restaurant was crowded but we were seated in no time. Our waitress was attentive and had great suggestions. Nice vibe for a ramen spot. 12/10 would recommend and will definitely be back to one of the many locations in the city.

Our favorite stop of this foodie trip! A+ Spam fried rice!…read moreGinger noodles! Double fried wings were the best! Shots at end = epic. Can't wait to return Waitress was A+++

Had the most amazing sesame chicken for lunch today at Hot Joy…read more Food was delicious. My server Kayla was very welcoming and provided great customer service. Can't say enough good things about my visit today.

The ambiance is definitely the best aspect of the restaurant. Dimly lit with music playing on the…read morerecord player in the back. They change up the vinyls a couple times when we dined but they usually play the whole album. The food is more elevated than expected. The lobster was interesting because it came with this potato soup mash we never had before but it was pretty tasty. Lobster tail was cooked well but it was around $30+ and wasn't satisfying for a main entree. The Wagyu skewer was okay. We expected a fattier cut of meat but it tasted like normal steak to me. The sashimi bowl was good! Every piece of fish was fresh and unique. I really enjoyed it and it was a good portion size for a main entree compared to the lobster. The calamari is definitely a must try! We loved it and probably the best calamari we've had. Overall, we enjoyed the ambiance and service was great. But the menu is definitely a lot more elevated and for people with more "exquisite" tastes.

Came here on a Friday night for a double date. Definitely make a reservation because this place was…read morepacked and poppin. We didn't realize this place was a cousin of Shiro and owned by the same guy until we saw some similarities in their style, layout and menu but nevertheless, the food was still absolutely amazing. Even though the ambiance had some similarities, I'm glad their food options were distinguished because otherwise could have just gone downtown. You cannot go wrong with any of their food options. Highly recommend doing family style so you can get a taste of everything and all the different flavors. We started with the gyoza and calamari which were to die for and were not greasy at all. Pork ssam, wagyu, miso pasta and octopus all brought a little bit of their own element and flare to your palate that it's hard to describe unless you try it. Wagyu was just melt in your mouth delicious. Pork ssam and octopus had their crunchy texture and umami flavors. The miso pasta added a light refreshing touch to balance everything out but don't let it fool ya, the noodles will expand in your stomach. We topped it off with their yuzu cake. Our only disappointment was they were out of their other desserts but nevertheless everyone of us left full and happy. Would come here again.

Was seated in a nice, semi-private seating area on a weekend for lunch around 1:30pm. They have…read morelunch specials M-Saturday and at super reasonable prices with great portion sizes! A miso soup was delivered to every person, even the 3 year old child with us. So thoughtful and generous! I had the sushi combo and it had five sushi plus an enormous California role, tempura, and fried spring rolls and a little salad. The freshness of the sushi was average as you can tell from the photos. For a weekend lunch from $12-20, it was a good value. It's possible individual rolls, non-lunch specials, or sashimi have a higher quality in freshness. The service was friendly and timely. I would absolutely come back!

Yesterday, Hubby talked about having sushi for lunch and I remembered that Yummi has all day happy…read morehour on Sundays. We were one of the first guests there. We were served the complimentary miso soup. Warm up the tummy! We started with the Mixed Tempura and Edamame. We enjoyed the Salmon Sashimi, Dragon Roll, and Rainbow Roll. Just the right amount of food. The sushi rolls felt bigger than usual. Definitely a mouthful. Everything was delicious! Highly recommend this place for happy hour!

First of all, I just want to say I LOVE this place it's my new hangout! I've been 4 times in the…read morelast month alone. If I could give it 100 stars, I would. The broth is different with every order and nothing tastes the same. I've always just been a pho girl, but this place has opened me up to a whole new experience. Service is amazing and so attentive. I felt so special when one of the ladies recognized me after just 3 visits. And do NOT skip dessert the cotton cheesecake is to die for! You'll want a whole one to take home. This restaurant is definitely one-of-a-kind. My new favorite local hangout!

Needed lunch and picked a random place from Yelp. Thanks chaotic energy!…read more This place was amazing. The wait time to be seated was non existent. The restaurant was clean and very well decorated. The different signs and wooden decor made me think about how a shop would be internationally. We forgo an appetizer because it's just lunch and I'm sad with how good the entrees were. I asked for a recommendation for something spicy and the waitress said the spicy beef ramen was her go to. And it was perfect. Husband had the chicken katsu and after explaining the sesame seed sauce his meal was delicious. He stated "nothing I had wasn't great". 10/10 from me. I appreciate it and will be back.

Went on a solo date today and decided to try this place out!…read more The overall look and feel is nice and open. I went around 1 pm cst and it wasn't too busy. Good songs playing! Definitely had me and a few other patrons signing along. I was able to read my book and eat with no pressure which was nice. The waiter checked in on me every now and then - enough time that I didn't feel forgotten or rushed. I ordered the Kani salad w/o sesame seeds and tofu tonkatsu ramen. Since this was my first time I wanted to go simple. Everything was really good with no additions. Kani salad - slightly spicy (used siracha) but very good! I enjoyed it and would order it again Tofu tonkatsu ramen - the portion size is decent, definitely would make the hungriest person satisfied. The tofu is soft and so yummy with the flavorful broth. Strawberry Lychee tea - very good and refreshing I will be back with my family!

No waiting, plenty of seating. Very pleasant waitress. Food was brought out nice and fresh…read more Appetizers, of Shrimp Tempura, Butterfly Shrimp, and Squid Salad were savory and perfectly seasoned. The Oishi Soup was interestingly tasty. Great flavors. The Oishi Sushi Roll definitely offered very crunchy on the outside, moist on the inside and just the right amount of spice. Our party enjoyed the seating with beautiful artwork, parasols hanging from the ceiling and just the Asian flare. Also the drinks, the Pink Sweet, Yuzu jasmine Tea, and the mango slush was delicious.