This is, without a doubt, Lake Charles' best kept secret. Nestled in a quiet strip mall, the food…read moreand customer service packs a punch that is anything but quiet. We opted for a Pork Ramen bowl and a Poke Bowl. The ramen broth had flavor depth as if it had been simmering for a millennia! The charred pork added a meaty touch. Would 10/10 recommend. The Poke Bowl was a steal at under $15. The chunks of spicy tuna were big and plentiful. Each and every bite was more delicious than the last. The restaurant itself is incredibly clean and the staff is attentive and quick with the service. The prices are awesome, just like the food! Please do yourself a favor and eat here.

There are not a lot of Asian options in the LC area but when I do come across one, I'll usually…read moregive it a try. This is only a few minutes away from the casinos and conveniently located in a plaza with multiple retail stores that I like to shop at so it was a no-brainer to stop here for lunch. I won't hold it to the same standard as Japan's or even NYC's ramen restaurants but generally speaking, the taste here is alright. The broth is standard, but the marinated egg was just slightly on the saltier side (I typically make mine with sweet or low sodium soy sauce - they also sell sodium-adjusted soy sauces for soup and marinade purposes in many Asian supermarkets as well as online). The chashu pork, in contrast, was underseasoned... which was disappointing as it's considerably the best ramen protein for many. I didn't expect much from the vegetable spring rolls since I already knew they were frozen and they turned out just as expected, only smaller. The presentation was 10/10; the taste, not so much. Aside from the underwhelming flavors, we did receive commendable customer service from this girl who was the only one serving the whole restaurant. She appears to be American-born like us and despite being busy serving 5 other tables, she made sure to come back and check on us from time to time so she definitely deserves a mention from me. In terms of atmosphere, the restaurant is somewhat dark inside so we chose to sit by the window for some natural lighting. The booth seats (at least the one we were in) have seen better days. The table was quickly wiped down with a damp rag as we sat down, a successful attempt at relocating any food crumbs left behind by the previous customers from table to floor. It wasn't until right before leaving that I saw more of the restaurant. I got up to use the restroom and discovered that the short path to the back felt like an eternity with my shoes squeaking with every step I took on the sticky floor. The restroom was also borderline unkept. After washing my hands, I darted out of there like I do from the public bathrooms back home in NYC. I do sympathize as the girl seems to be the only one working and she can't possibly keep up with it all but I saw that there were other employees on the side as well so I'm not sure if it's truly a staffing issue or just lack of proper management. It's become very apparent to me why most of their orders are delivery or pickup. In conclusion, KoKo is not a bad choice if you're stuck in the plaza and feeling really hungry, but if you have a car and don't mind holding out another 10 minutes, there are probably better options down the road. Food 6/10 Service 10/10 Atmosphere/cleanliness 5/10

In town for a college visit and stopped in for some ramen. Quaint spot on a strip with a parking…read morelot. The restaurant is small and quiet but clean. Service was good and the food was pretty tasty. We started with the beef kushiyaki, chashu tacos and a rocky shrimp roll while we waited for our entrees. The tacos were amazing, full of flavor, nice twist to a taco, meat was tender, sauce was sweet but tangy. The sushi was full of shrimp and spicy crab and had a nice size, if you're looking for a cooked roll. I had the spicy miso beef ramen and added shrimp. Not spicy as I would have liked, but still flavorful. Their spicy is on the mild side for all dishes. My son had the chicken katsu ramen which came with a side of chicken. He loved it, no complaints. My husband had a noodle dish (can't recall the name) with chicken, shrimp, beef and vegetables. Bold flavor with just a little spice. He cleaned his plate. Overall, we agreed we would return. Definitely a good place to stop in for a quick eat.

Today I ordered the pork egg rolls and wasn't happy with them. They were cooked perfectly and the…read moreouter shell was crispy but the pork had a strong after taste and smell which was a turn off. We ordered it to go so can't review the service or ambiance. The spicy beef miso was delicious as always. Yes I recommend this place.

Izumi Ramen really did their thing…read more The broth was rich and flavorful, and the noodles were cooked perfectly -- not too soft, not too firm. Everything tasted super fresh, and the portion size was definitely worth it. You can tell they don't play about their ramen. The vibe inside was nice and cozy, and my food came out pretty quick. Customer service was friendly too, which always makes the experience better. If you're craving a good bowl of ramen, Izumi is definitely the move. I'll for sure be back

We love ramen, especially in chilly weather, and Izumi is our favorite in Lafayette. The broth is…read moresuper flavorful, the noodles are chewy, the chashu is tender and flavorful, and the eggs are perfectly soft boiled. My daughter says the fried rice is the best anywhere. The service is okay, not outstanding but not bad either. Takeout is also a great option here because they package the broth and noodles separately so the noodles don't get soggy.

I'm half Japanese and have been eating sushi since I was a baby. Made it with my 100% Japanese…read moregrandmother at home so I know sushi. Let me tell you...they have the absolute best spicy tuna handrolls I've ever had ever! So good! Recently moved to Lafayette and I'd still drive an hour to get their sushi! So yum! 10/10!!!

After a disappointing experience at another Japanese restaurant in the Lake Charles area, we…read moredecided to try a place in Moss Bluff called Umami Kumo -- and I'm glad we did. The restaurant appears fairly new. It's on the smaller side, but very nice -- clean, neat, and welcoming. From the moment we sat down, it felt like a completely different experience. The sushi portions were generous, and every roll we ordered was full of flavor. Honestly, I was surprised. In a smaller town like Moss Bluff, I didn't go in with big expectations -- it was mostly about convenience. But this place exceeded them. We had a great meal, and while the bill was about what you'd expect, the quality made it absolutely worth it. If you're in the Lake Charles area -- and even if Moss Bluff isn't somewhere you'd normally think to go for Japanese food -- Umami Kumo is definitely worth a visit. Give it a shot

The food and drinks were great. Service was excellent. Only thing I had a small issue with was it…read morebeing a bit noisy.

Received a mailing for a free roll. New restaurant in town so we had to try. The service…read moreimmediately was welcoming. Our server was polite, on task, and offered an item off menu which was to die for. Extremely tasty and perfect pairing of flavors.

Food was delicious!! Service was great thanks to Alexa!! We enjoyed the live music as well!read more

Food is fantastic! Cook on order. Hot and fresh. Great flavor. Service is on time and friendly…read more Waiting time is short for waitress and constantly checking on you. The atmosphere is great. Very good restaurant. I don't have to travel to Lafayette anymore. Lol

Great place! Food was awesome, wait staff were friendly, attentive, and helpful. I'll be back!read more

I'm always down to head to tsunami, I haven't been here in a few years and I tell you they don't…read moredisappoint. Everything was delicious and just as I remembered. I sat at the sushi bar and my service was top tier, thank you Grant! I can't wait to come through town again and hit up my favorite sushi restaurant.

Impeccable. The food was outstanding, the service was excellent, and the restaurant was clean and…read moreinviting. We ordered the cheese dip & chips, chili relleno, veggie quesadilla, and child's burrito with beans and cheese. The dip was made with white cheese and we all liked it much better than the yellow cheese dip that is usually served in Texas (where we live). My son ordered the chili relleno and said it was the best he's ever had. I tried it and it was very good. I LOVED the quesadillas. They contained cheese and grilled veggies, and they were delicious. They don't have a bar, which means no margaritas. If we lived closer, we would visit more often!

Delicious and authentic Mexican food. The Birria tacos were delicious! I stopped by while waiting…read morefor a friend to meet me in the area, and they were very patient about letting me linger there. Apparently there was an accident on the interstate, that delayed their out of town commute. I'm glad I stumbled into this place, because I really enjoyed their tacos. They had delicious churros as well. I'll have to try them again.

First Hot Pot & BBQ…read more 4510 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy suite j, Lafayette, LA 70508 Finally!! I finally had the chance to try the first hot pot (literally) in Lafayette! What is hot pot, you ask? The concept is simple -- simmering meat, vegetables, and noodles in a spicy (or plain) broth fondue in the center of the table. Essentially, you cook vegetables, proteins, and carbs just the way you like it. Hot Pot is to have originated from China. I honestly don't remember everything I ordered, but this is what I recall: -Mussels, clams, sliced lamb, sliced pork, beef tongue. black tripe, mushrooms, and marinated sausage, chicken, and beef skewers. If you're curious to find more information about hot pot, simply youtube it! I definitely plan to come back here when I'm in town again! #Tonylameats #Lafayettela #firsthotpotbbq #chinesehotpot #bbq

The service was amazing , how ever the food selection isn't very wide everything kinda taste the…read moresame , the bbq meats were burnt. And for the price I definitely think it could've been better.