Casual, popular, and bustling Japanese spot in Chinatown. Very tight for space and limited seating…read moregiven it is a basement spot in one of the Chinatown complexes! And it is popular for a good reason. Service is quick, I'm sure they are trying to get people in and out. Very fresh kaisendon (fish bowls) with delicately cut, plump fish. A friend and I got the salmon and tuna don, which were appropriately priced under $20 if I remember correctly. Lots of different cuts of salmon and tuna, which were all covering fluffy white rice, and served with a side of miso soup and Japanese radish/pickled vegetable. If you were to compare this place with other casual Japanese spots serving sushi or sashimi, there is an easily discernable difference in quality. You can tell by the texture and appearance of the fish in your bowl! This is a classic in Chinatown for a reason, and I will never say no to a kaisendon from Tora.

I came here on my last trip to Boston and liked it so much that I knew I had to come back again!…read more Tora Japanese is located in Chinatown--in the basement area of one of the buildings, so seating is pretty limited. I came for lunch with two friends, and they didn't have a table for three, but the hostess was able to quickly accommodate us by rearranging another party that just sat down, and we were able to get some seats at the bar. Service was really fast and friendly throughout our dining experience. I ordered the sake don from the lunch menu, which came with a good-sized portion of rice topped with salmon sashimi and a side of miso soup. Definitely a great spot for a quick and affordable lunch in Chinatown!

On my last day on the East Coast, I was DYING for some Asian food... and I'm so glad I found Yume…read moreGa Arukara! We arrived a little before 5:30 p.m., and we had to wait a few mins. The restaurant is on the smaller side, so there is limited seating. We were seated at the bar, so we got to see the udon being made, which was fun! The service was quick and attentive. I got the spicy hot niku udon and it was delicious. The udon was chewy and the perfect consistency. The beef was thin and tender. Lastly, the spicy broth really brought it all together. If you're a spice lover, I would recommend this item! 10/10 When we wrapped up, there was a long wait. I recommend coming for an early dinner, but the line also looks like it moves fast because they turn tables so quickly.

Came here 4ish on Saturday and there was a handful of empty seats. A small queue formed by the time…read morewe finished eating at 5pm. I got the hot udon without beef. My brother got the cold spicy udon with beef. Overall I was underwhelmed by this place. It's solid and good pricing but I wouldn't queue for it. My brother said it was much better the previous times he's been here, and my friend raves about their cold udon. Well unfortunately I can only base my opinions on when I've tried it. Udon itself was a bit tough and not chewy. I guess it's better than being mushy. I don't think it's a matter of how long you cook it, because the texture didn't improve by the time I reached the end of my bowl which would've been an extra ten minutes of heating up. Hot udon comes with broth which I think is worth for $2 more than cold which doesn't come with broth. It's chicken based which indeed invoked childhood flavors for me. However, I wish it was even stronger in chicken flavor and less creamy. It tasted a bit msg to me too. It lingered in my mouth a while afterwards. The tempura bits got in the way of me eating the udon, drinking the broth, and eating the scallion. I think hot udon doesn't benefit from tempura compared to cold brothless udon. The spicy oil wasn't actually spicy to me. The flavor reminds me a bit of black bean chicken feet marinade at dim sum restaurants. I don't think it's additive. My brother said that non-spicy cold udon is refreshing and tart. That sounds more interesting. Beef tastes unnecessary to me. It's not value added to my noodles. It's a bit too sweet and too fibrous. 3.5* but putting down 3* since my expectations were unmet after hearing and seeing hype.

The food, wine & service were very good. Sushi bar seats a total of 12 people so very intimate…read more I apologize for taking zero photos of the courses as we were locked in & present. Trust me - fresh, beautiful marinated, & generous portion.

very very fresh and heaping servings of some of the best seafood i've had, period. i've never had…read moreomakase before and i don't know much about the process that goes into it, but you can tell everything's been meticulously prepared day of, from the food to the way we were served, it was incredible. we were among the first groups to try their newest seasonal menu, so that was rly cool. also cook with the glasses? so sweet and truly talented in his craft!

Exceptional service with high quality meats and no wait on a weekday lunch! Had the pleasure of…read moredining here with a friend today & enjoyed the basic set, which contained meat that tasted better than some premium cuts at other AYCE restaurants. Milk tea on tap, sauce bar with raw pasteurized egg. Salmon and mackerel also included in the unlimited apps menu now, too. Location is compact given it's in Boston Chinatown, but it has what you need! Restrooms have mouth wash and floss tips, which is great post meal. Been to Mikiya in CA, which has a bit more elevated ambiance & feel but the food and quality is the same. Service was phenomenally efficient, respectful, and great! Come hungry, leave happy :)

It was my first time returning to Mikiya since going for their grand opening about a year or two…read moreago. This time I decided to go for late lunch & experienced no wait time. We got the silver set, which comes with American and Australian wagyu meat options. We opted for this one because it includes the seafood platter, vegetable platter, and choice of one of the following specialty dishes: wagyu tartare with chips, sweet shrimp sashimi, bone marrow, & wagyu nigiri. We decided to each get the wagyu tartare. For broths, we did half sukiyaki and half spicy miso. I think next time I will just get only sukiyaki though because it is so good! We ended up just cooking everything in the sukiyaki broth. The pasteurized eggs are amazing in this broth btw! For all of the AYCE options, you get unlimited drinks + tea, seasonal fruit, ice cream, sauce bar, pasteurized eggs, ground wagyu, wagyu curry, and can order appetizers off their appetizer menu. For appetizers, we ordered seaweed salad, eel nigiri, chicken karaage, & fried shumai. They all tasted as expected, so we were happy about that. I enjoyed the ground wagyu! It was tasty and even tastier after adding in some garlic & chili peppers. Wagyu tartare looked and tasted very fresh. I think if it had some more citrus, it would've been even better. Because raw beef doesn't really have that much of a taste and I think some more lime would complement this well! The seafood platter was awesome. My favorites were the lobster tail, fresh abalone, scallops, and oysters. Amazing! I would say the only thing that I didn't like from my recent visit was the vegetable platter. It had great variety BUT I wasn't have that some of the veggies they gave us were not properly cleaned. Make sure to inspect the vegetables!! The watercress and bok choy still had some dirt on them. But everything else was fine. I always inspect everything before eating (anywhere) but I especially make sure to inspect watercress because it's known to be pretty dirty. For meats, we mainly stuck with the Australian wagyu chuck ribeye! It is my favorite cut from this set. Overall, I'd come back again! I think it's a great place to go for hotpot & is different from your typical Chinese hotpot experience. The silver set is the best to get in my opinion because you get a little bit of everything & to be honest, I don't think you can really taste the difference of the different wagyus (American vs Australian vs Japanese) unless it's being grilled.

This sushi place was nice. I got a rainbow roll, and it was nice that you can order on a kiosk,…read morewhich made things pretty easy and convenient. It did take quite a long time for the food to come out. However, I was there with a group of people, and there was plenty of seating inside, so at least we were comfortable while waiting. Overall, solid spot with good setup, just a slower service experience.

So i was staying in a hotel right down the street and didn't want to drive. I love sushi so I…read morefigured i would give this place a try. This is a fast food take out place. There are seats to sit in and eat there. So it would have been 5 stars but the amount of time I had to wait for my food. Which was 20+ minutes. It seems they do a very good business with takeaway. Food was good I got the steak and shrimp Bento box. I ordered extra shrimp and never received extra shrimp. The size of the shrimp was very small. The noodles i ordered was spaghetti not chow main noodles. Veggies slightly over cooked. But the meal was satisfying and for the price was a good value. I also ordered shrimp tempura roll which was outstanding.

There are meals you remember because they taste good, and then there are experiences that change…read morethe way you think about food. Three 1 One Omakase was one of those experiences. It introduced me to new textures, flavors, aromas, and, most importantly, a deeper appreciation for the culture behind the food. From the moment we arrived, Chef Wei, his wife Carrie, and the staff made us feel genuinely welcome. The atmosphere felt intimate, as though we had been invited into someone's home rather than a restaurant. Every detail felt intentional, from the minimalist design and calming ambiance to the subtle aromas throughout the space. Learning that Three 1 One was originally a one-bedroom apartment made the experience even more meaningful. The evening reminded me of a trip to Phu Quoc, Vietnam, where local islanders welcomed my fiancé and eight friends into their home to share a meal prepared from that day's catch. Coincidentally, there were ten guests gathered around the counter at Three 1 One, just as there had been ten of us in Vietnam. In both places, strangers came together over exceptional food and genuine hospitality. That feeling stayed with me throughout the evening. My fiancé and I celebrated our 11th anniversary here as we began exploring Michelin-starred restaurants together. After traveling throughout North and South Vietnam, where his family is from, we returned with a renewed appreciation for food and the stories it tells. We were excited to discover such a thoughtful Michelin-starred restaurant so close to home. The 19-course omakase felt like a journey. The opening truffle sea bream with mizuna and sudachi sauce awakened the palate with bright citrus and earthy richness. The Kegani Hokkaido hairy crab with dashi jelly and tomato dashi mousse became my fiancé's favorite. Once mixed together, it was creamy, savory, delicate, and refreshing. His reaction said it all: "Wow." The tako (octopus) with house-made sweet soy sauce highlighted the natural flavor of the seafood beautifully, while the Tokobushi somen with abalone, wheat noodles, yam, okra, and cold dashi became one of my favorite courses. It was refined yet bold, layered with umami, and unexpectedly reminded me of the haenyeo women of Jeju Island, whose tradition of free-diving for seafood gave me an even greater appreciation for the ingredients. Another standout was the Amadai Uroko Yaki (crispy-scale tilefish). The contrast between the crisp scales and tender fish created a texture I'd never experienced before. Along with the abalone course, it was one of the highlights of the evening. The Aji horse mackerel with ginger, chives, sesame, and nori provided a refreshing transition before the sushi. The sushi alone deserves its own review. Every piece reflected remarkable craftsmanship and precision. Watching Chef Wei prepare each bite was part of the experience itself. The rice was beautifully seasoned, and every ingredient felt balanced. My favorite piece was the uni (sea urchin). It was incredibly smooth, rich, and almost buttery. My second favorite was the Hokkaido hotate (scallop), with its delicate smokiness, sweetness, and juicy texture that left me wanting another bite immediately. We also tried selections from the additional menu, along with a pear-toned sake that paired beautifully with the meal. More than anything, what stayed with me wasn't just the food, but the feeling of the evening. It was an experience built around craftsmanship, hospitality, culture, and sharing a meal with others. Thank you to Chef Wei, Carrie, and the entire team for making our 11th anniversary unforgettable and for giving us such a memorable first Michelin-star dining experience. We look forward to returning.

This was my first Omakase experience, and I honestly don't know how anything will ever top it! From…read morethe moment you walk in, the atmosphere is personalized and incredibly welcoming. We went through 18 courses of the freshest, highest-quality fish. Chef Wei's precision is amazing to watch, and the progression of the meal was perfectly paced. He is truly an artist! If you have allergies, they are exceptionally accommodating. I have a crab allergy, and they didn't just skip the course, instead they prepared a thoughtful, high-end substitution so I never felt like I was missing out on the full experience. While it is a splurge, Chef Wei ensures you get your money's worth through the quality of the ingredients and the flawless service. An absolute 10/10 for a special occasion!

Best sushi I've had in a long time--and I try a lot of sushi restaurants!…read more Not only was everything delicious, but the seafood was incredibly fresh, especially the tuna, which is surprisingly hard to find this fresh. My dad was as a tuna fisherman when I was growing up, so I'm extra picky when it comes to tuna, and this absolutely exceeded my expectations. The staff was incredibly friendly and fun to chat with. I sat at the bar, the service was quick, and everyone made me feel welcome. It was the perfect meal after a long day of walking around the city. I'll definitely be back the next time I'm in Boston!

Two of my kids thought this was the best restaurant of our weeklong trip. I thought it was good,…read morebut the sushi was pretty standard. Don't get me wrong - the quality was good. But didn't stand out. Nice dining room. Good drinks. Favorite part by far was the crispy rice appetizer.

Labubu dolls overhead. Why? I'm not sure. But it adds character…read more Food: We worked our way through an embarrassment of handrolls--duck foie gras, A5 Miyazaki wagyu tenderloin, miso butter cod, spicy scallops--each one a small, precise argument for why these two culinary traditions (Japanese-French) belong together. The toro and foie gras was exactly what they should be: quietly devastating. But surprisingly the dish that stopped the world for me was the duck risotto. Rich, deeply savory, the kind of thing that makes you go quiet mid-bite. I will be back for it. Probably soon. I'm mentally drooling already just thinking about it. Drinks: The wintermelon milk punch clarified cocktail is worth ordering on concept alone and then delivers on execution too. A Sancerre alongside the handrolls? Correct decision, no notes. Service was warm and attentive without hovering. The atmosphere is genuinely inviting. And then there are the Labubu dolls. Rows of them. Overhead. Staring. I have no idea what they're doing there and I respect that no one felt the need to explain it. It works, somehow, in the way that only truly confident restaurants can get away with inexplicable décor choices. One soft critique: the dessert menu felt sparse with a single macaron service. For a kitchen operating at this level, that feels like an unfinished sentence. A meal this considered deserves a proper ending. But make no mistake: Mai is exceptional. The Labubu dolls are watching, and they agree.

Came here because I was going to Seaport anyway and also wanted to complete their August passport…read morechallenge. It was very empty at 1:30pm, only a table of 2. I don't particularly like the army of Labubus placed around the store, especially the ones on the ceiling beams. Slightly creepy imo. We didn't realize the lunch menu didn't have appetizers, but at least there were combo sets to save a few dollars. It doesn't have as much variety as Matsunori either. We ordered the best seller set (miso cod, toro, spicy scallop), apple salmon, snow crab, and spicy tuna Overall I was surprised by how large the portions were. I mean they're a dollar or two more expensive than Matsunori but I still found the amount of fish to be more than expected. Toro was clearly less fishy and more tender than the tuna used in the spicy tuna. However, I didn't like how there's caviar added to the toro. I think it overpowers the flavor and I don't want to be paying more for the sake of the caviar. Apple salmon was actually my favorite. I like the gentle sweetness from the apples which were slightly softened. Salmon was also smooth in my mouth, more so than the cheaper tuna. Miso cod wasn't as juicy and umami forward as I'd like. In fact it felt a bit heavy to me which was disappointing because I was excited to have a hot juicy roll.