I avoided this place since it opened because the lines were ridiculously long and I wasn't in a…read morerush to wait an hour for ramen. Recently, I noticed the lines disappeared so we came for an early dinner. The interior is pretty cool. It's kit just tables and chairs but the design element is unique. Some seating are inside a honeycomb shaped booth, some are just in the middle of the dining area. We were seated at a table that resembles a birdcage. There's a lot of wood and warm colors, which makes the ambiance stand out over other ramen places. We ordered a ramen, omurice with katsu, some skewers and popcorn chicken. The spicy ramen was delicious, but there was no soft boiled egg as shown on the menu photo. All I saw was a broken egg white at the bottom of the bowl. 4/5. The omurice was nicely done. The egg was perfectly soft and silky with a nice curry sauce in the side. The katsu that came with it was crispy, hot and tasty. 4.5/5. The popcorn chicken was great. Perfect seasoning and crispy. 5/5. The skewers however, were the low point of our dinner. They did not appear they were cooked fresh. The meats were dry and tough. The scallops were OK but tiny. Chicken was average. The whole order did not satisfy. We also got an Amazing Lemonade and Thai iced tea. The lemonade was a very refreshing drink, and the Thai tea is just like all other places. Our server, unfortunately forgot his name, was excellent. Very personable and great at describing flavors. The friendliness extends to the rest of the staff too. It's a nice place to check out. Note their parking lot is fairly small, and shared with Paris Baguette next door. It's a 4.5, rounded up.

When this place first opened it was ridiculous. No parking, long lines. Now it's more doable…read more Parking lot and street parking, roomie seating area. Friendly service. The server kept coming by and checking on us. We sat in the of the honeycomb area. It gets a little warm in there, be warned lol. Cute area thou. Lots of variety when it comes to food and drinks. From spicy to simple items. All good.

Server Ivan is the best! Great sushi and a great place overall! Love it and will definitely come…read moreback.

Mikomi Sushi is officially my new favorite sushi spot! ​I…read morefirst came here for their Happy Hour which is an incredible deal at 30% off sushi and was blown away by the service and quality. Fast forward to last night and I happened to be on that side of town, I went back solo and sat at the bar. I had a phenomenal experience again. The service at the bar was top-tier, attentive, and warm. I hate that i didn't get my server's name but she was amazing! ​Now let's talk about the food, because every single dish was perfection: ​Salmon Truffle Carpaccio: Fresh, melt-in-your-mouth, and beautifully balanced. ​Yellowtail Serrano Carpaccio: Perfectly sliced with just the right kick of heat. ​Negi-Hama Truffle Wasabi Hand Roll: Hands down one of the best hand rolls I've ever had. I'm not usually a hand roll girly but I'm now a hand roll girl for these! ​Lychee Lush: A delicious, perfectly crafted drink to round out the meal. ​I don't even live in the area, but Mikomi Sushi is 100% worth the drive. In fact, it was so good last night that I'm genuinely considering driving back again today. Do yourself a favor and check this place out!

This is my go-to for sushi in the area-…read more $16.99 is the popular 2 entree meal - which you can pick from an assortment of dishes- curry, California roll, tempura roll, 5 piece sashimi, tempura, etc. There are also daily deals as well. There's complimentary miso soup, garden salad, edamame, and dessert (usually). Previously they used to give a 10% discount but they have since taken it away due to oil prices. Weekends are usually busy- so I would suggest dining earlier to avoid large crowds. Overall, staff is friendly and attentive.

Second time dining here! I came for lunch on my first visit, and this time decided to try their…read moredinner set. The offerings felt pretty similar, though I'm not entirely sure if the pricing differs between lunch and dinner. The food arrived hot, fresh, and satisfying, just like I remembered. Service was decent overall, but we did have to flag someone down a couple of times for water and a missing item. Nothing major--just something to keep in mind. The restaurant tends to stay pretty busy, so a little patience goes a long way. Luckily, there are TVs to keep you entertained while you wait. The ambiance has a modern Chinese aesthetic with tasteful décor that gives the space a cozy, welcoming vibe. There's also plenty of parking, and it's conveniently located near other shops if you feel like strolling around after your meal. The dinner sets are reasonably priced for the average appetite. If you're a big eater, you may want to add a couple of extra dishes, but overall it's a solid value. Definitely worth checking out if you haven't been yet!

mySGV food passport has brought me to Ducks Restaurant this past weekend. It's a mom and pop hidden…read moregem for over 30 years located within the small Plaza San Gabriel at the corner of Las Tunas Drive and Muscatel Ave. Very limited plaza parking. Not sure about street parking. There's not a lot of lightning at night except for the business signages that do give off lighting. Upon entry, I was greeted and seated right away. Came here during late lunch so they weren't super busy. Not a big restaurant with a capacity of about 40 people. One all gender restroom available for customer use only. Lunch special menu was available. Other menu had main items, appetizers, and drinks. Prices were fairly reasonable. They are known for their famous pork katsu. I am not a big katsu fan so I didn't get it. Mochi Udon looked interesting so I got it with the Chicken Karaage (free offer from food passport... stamp #10) plus water. While I was waiting for my order, I was fascinated by all the different designed ducks displayed on the window sills and front counter. I am curious about their duck story. Inquirer wants to know. Mochi Udon bowl came out piping hot and steamy. A small plate of cabbage came with it. The bowl's nice presentation made it pleasantly appetizing. Broth was savory and slightly sweet in a good soothing way. Udon noodles tasted homemade... very bouncy and slippery. YUM! Two mochis were soft and chewy. Fish cakes were fresh and delicious. One chicken piece was moist and tender. Wished there was one or two more chicken pieces though... one was just a teaser! Chicken Karaage was the best looking and tasting plate I have ever had. I was impressed with its presentation and the mochi-like batter taste. Chicken was very moist. I enjoyed it very much. SO GOOD! Highly recommend. Thanks Ducks! Staff was friendly and nice. Overall service was good. Kirk was kind to offer his recommendations for my next visit. Thanks Kirk! I had such a delicious lunch dine-in. I came back for dinner take-out. I called in my order. Lady on the phone was nice and cordial. My order was ready upon arrival. Haven't eaten the take-out food yet, but I'm sure it's all good. It's a YES, I'll be back! Dinner Take-Out: Pork Katsu (most popular) Combo Yaki Udon Karaage Chicken Karaage Gyoza

Why Ducks? - A STAPLE in SGV…read more - IMO, sleeper in homemade Japanese food - 30 years as a family business with the owners from Japan - You LOVE ducks, because there's a ton of them inside Would I come back? - 100% delicious comfort Japanese with a bunch of selections to pick from. 4.5/5 Food - Spaghetti = NGL the sauce is legit for such a simple dish - Beef curry = beef is SUPER tender not fatty and paired perfectly with the curry - Karaage and katsu = perfect crunchiness and flavor 5/5 Service and Ambience Attentive and friendly service from all staff members 5/5 Parking Small shopping plaza parking lot

I've been to multiple KazuNori locations, including Pasadena, Downtown LA, and Koreatown. If I had…read moreto rank them, Pasadena would be #1 for cleanliness, easy parking, service, and overall hand roll quality. Koreatown would be #2. The service and hand rolls are just as good as Pasadena, but the parking isn't free, which is the main reason I rank it slightly lower. Downtown LA would be #3. At this point, I'd rather go to the Pasadena or Koreatown locations because I've had a better overall experience at both. I came to the Pasadena location on a Wednesday around noon. It was pretty empty when we arrived, but about 30 minutes later, right as we were leaving, it started getting busy with the lunch crowd. Every hand roll was well prepared and tasted fresh. The waitress who greeted us and helped seat us was very kind. She was wearing black glasses and kept checking on us to make sure everything was okay. She was attentive and very professional. The only negative was that I noticed a slight fishy smell from the water glass. Hopefully they can make sure all the glasses are thoroughly cleaned. Overall, Pasadena is still my favorite KazuNori location, and I'll definitely be back.

Stop by here for lunch on the weekend and the wait wasn't as bad as it first started…read more We got the 5 handroll, everything was fresh and tasty. Service is fast and friendly. My favorite handroll place in the area.

We tried the pork fillet katsu curry and chicken cutlet nanban, and both were yummy! I personally…read morepreferred the chicken cutlet nanban--the combination of the crispy cutlet and tartar sauce was amazing!!! I also loved the sides that came with it, including the salad, miso soup, and pickled vegetables. The pork katsu was tasty as well, although I wish I had chosen a different cut of meat. The curry had a little bit of a kick rather than being on the sweeter side, which I enjoyed. Overall, I'd recommend this spot if you're in the area and craving a solid Japanese-style katsu!

We came here for family dinner just an hour before the closing of the store. It was so busy, we…read morewere lucky to get one of empty tables right away. The resultant had nice wooden minimalistic interior. The menu had lots of appetizers, curry, udon and katsu options. We started with the takoyaki, fried squid leg and fried oysters. First two were really good, but oyster one was mushy and soft inside, not what I was expecting. For entree we had the chicken katsu set with extra curry and sauce on the side. The curry, rice, chicken, miso soup and all side ingredients were tasty. Especially the curry, we loved it. The service was good and friendly. Before they closed the kitchen, they went around and asked each table if the guests wanted anything to order. As the closing time approached, they still didn't rush anyone. Our dishes also came out in short intervals, all within 10 minutes. Overall an excellent place to enjoy super delicious Japanese curry and rice.

This was my first time at Mikiya, and I had such a fantastic experience! Landen was an amazing…read moreserver friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely made the experience even better. He was on top of everything and made us feel very welcomed. Great service from start to finish. I'll definitely be coming back! And the food was bussin.

Mikiya Shabu House is definitely worth checking out if you're a fan of shabu shabu. The food was…read moredelicious, the selection was great, and the all-you-can-eat option makes it even better. What I really liked was how convenient the whole experience was. You order everything directly from a tablet at your table, and the staff brings it straight to you. No waiting around or constantly trying to get someone's attention. The best part for me was how fast the service was. Almost every item we ordered came out in under 3-5 minutes, which is impressive, especially for an all-you-can-eat restaurant. We were able to keep ordering and enjoying our food without long breaks between dishes. Great food, quick service, and a really convenient ordering system. Mikiya Shabu House is definitely a spot I'd come back to.

From the outside, I wouldn't have known it's a bougie sushi joint!…read more Came here with friends for a fancy lunch and I got the chirashi bowl. It came with 3 sides: bean sprouts, cucumbers, and tofu. All delicious. The chirashi PLATE presentation and the meal were amazing. The fish were fresh and the rice (oh rice) was so addicting..but I had to control myself. I was going to share..but I finished it

I've been here a handful of times and have tried both their omakase for special occasions and their…read moreSushi Deluxe Set, which has become my usual go-to for dinner. Sushi Deluxe Set: I personally prefer the 10 piece over the 12 piece. The additional two pieces are uni and ikura, and for me they aren't really worth the extra $10. The quality is consistently good, and the negitoro roll surprisingly exceeded my expectations! The set itself is also filling enough for dinner. The closest sushi spot I'd compare it to is Sushi Kisen (for sushi deluxe set not Omakase), and I'd say they're pretty on par in terms of quality. Omakase: Since there aren't many places offering omakase in the immediate area, this is a great option if you want to treat someone for a special occasion without having to venture far. I really liked the diversity of the menu and that the experience wasn't limited to just nigiri. Overall, a really solid neighborhood sushi spot that I've enjoyed enough to keep coming back considering if you don't want to drive far into LA for omakase.

~ Yummy Soba ~…read more Obviously they're known for their skillet beef and katsu BUT don't skip on their yummy soba noodle and tempura's. There's lots of seating with great service! Located in the plaza with Habit, Wingstop, 5below, etc

This Japanese spot was definitely pretty hidden, and I really wanted to love it because the service…read morewas honestly amazing. Everyone was so kind, attentive, and welcoming, and you can tell they truly care about their guests. Unfortunately, the food just didn't hit for me. The dishes looked nice, but flavor wise everything felt pretty one dimensional and lacked the depth and balance I usually expect from Japanese food. One thing we especially didn't enjoy was that the ramen came with raw mushrooms. Personally, we really would've preferred the mushrooms to be cooked before being added to the ramen since the texture and flavor felt a little off for us. Overall, the hospitality and service were definitely the highlight of the experience. I hope they make some recipe adjustments because the staff deserves food that matches how great they are. The restaurant was cute too with lots of seating.

I was here to redeem the mySGV food passport offer for 1 Free California Roll or Salmon Avocado…read moreRoll or Spicy Tuna Roll. Got my stamp #13. Thanks Yama Sushi Marketplace! They weren't super busy at the time, but most of their sushi rolls from the frig were low in quantity. I love salmon so I went with the Salmon Avocado Roll. I also brought the Salmon Roll (more salmon) up to the counter in hopes they would allow me to substitute it for the Salmon Avocado Roll. No substitutions! Oh well. I also bought one jar of Furikake Nori for my eldest daughter. She loves that stuff. So do I. It was a quick visit for me. I heard they are planning to expand their marketplace to next door. I'm really hoping they will add some inside seating so we can enjoy the sushi on-site. I'll definitely come back to see the expanded space. Good luck Yama Sushi!

People say this is the best shaved ice. So let's see if they're pretty good eh or ew. All the…read moretoppings are homemade and the ice is imported from Japan. The owner is super chill and My friend got their mango one and said it was pretty good. I got their new guava flave which was nice and refreshing and topped with a soft seedy guava slice, soft yet firm mochi bits, sweet light cream, fruity guava jam and was even filled with some sweet sago and soft jiggly jellies. They were popping up at Yama so I even got to use my SGV passport and try their cali rolls for the first time which were fat and fresh but nothing too special. Epic combo tho. And overall the shaved ice was lowkey pretty good. $11.95 each