Yummy Japan

After visiting today, I definitely decided to switch my review about this place. I feel like…read moreeveryone has their ups and downs. Everybody was absolutely lovely today. Definitely some of the best sushi of Smithfield. That's why I just can't stop coming back thank you to the owners and to the helpful people that were there to help me today me and all the doctors of Johnston County appreciate y'all very much.!!

Our server was nice and helpful but dressed in a t shirt and baggy pants and did not look the part…read more Our hibachi 'chef' wore a mask (fine) so we could not see his face or hear him clearly. His cooking skills were basic - no showmanship, no jokes or laughing, no fun. He failed to season food properly (like lemon or garlic), and some of our shrimp was undercooked. Other tables had chefs who made the patrons feel welcome and part of the action. I would avoid this place. At least my bottle of beer was only $5. If you do go for hibachi with a friend, order one entree and split it for only $13 more because they give a lot of food. But don't go.

The duck fried rice

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Ninja Japan

3.6(7 reviews)

1.0 mi

Great food, i eat here religiously, they give you a good amount for what you pay. The Owner has…read moregreat customer Service and always knows what i want, its a typical hibachi restaurant.

We stopped here for to-go food as we drove down I95. It was worth the detour! We got Crab Rangoon,…read morespring rolls, and seaweed salad. The crab Rangoon tasted wonderful although slightly sweeter than we prefer. The spring rolls were crunchy, hot and yummy, and the seaweed salad was good (also a touch sweeter than we prefer). There are lots of other options in this shopping center for those in your party who don't prefer Asian food. The shopping center is well-lit gas all was open at 8pm on a Saturday night. We will stop here on our future treks down I95!

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Japanese Cuisine

3.8(4 reviews)

13.6 mi

So glad to see that this place has finally opened! We ordered take out over the phone, 2 hibachi…read moresteak plates. Very friendly person on the phone. The place looks very modern inside with the video menu boards. Our order was ready in 10 mins like we were told. The steak was great quality and I like that it was smaller chopped pieces. The rice could have used a little more flavor but extra soy sauce helped. All in all I would definitely revisit!

Somebody has to leave an honest review. After reading all the overwhelmingly positive reviews, I…read morehonestly wonder if they are from the owner. We ordered takeout on a Tuesday night: hibachi chicken and shrimp, along with a salmon roll. Unfortunately, this was one of the worst meals I've had in a while. The best part of the meal was the sauce, which helped mask how salty the hibachi was and how fishy the salmon roll tasted. Overall, the food was very disappointing. On top of that, there was a "service charge" for paying by credit card. I have no problem with a credit card surcharge when it is clearly disclosed upfront. However, we were not informed about the additional charge when ordering, and I did not see it clearly disclosed on the menu. Based on this experience, I would not return.

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Crab Rangoon

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Capital Seafood & Noodle Bar

3.6(37 reviews)

0.0 mi

Cute atmosphere but pricy and the food was so salty it was almost inedible. Server was sweet but…read morenot as attentive as I'd like, but to each their own. Super strange, but the water was AWFUL. I literally didn't drink any after the first sip because it was repulsive. I'm usually an avid water drinker, so for me to completely refuse is unusual.

Slow service considering they weren't busy at lunch at noon. Food lacked flavor but good portions…read more Ambiance is more of bar & lots of TVs

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Capital Bun (bao bun with spring mix and pork belly )

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Mango & strawberry mochi ice cream

Aomi SushiI & Hibachi

3.9(13 reviews)

28.0 mi

The place looks run down on the outside, since I read the reviews I thought let me go try it, food…read moreis alright but the portions are smaller than other restaurants. The servers are very nice, no music and the esthetic is weird. I don't recommend this place.

This place is filthy. I watched a cook come out of the restroom and head straight back to work…read morewithout washing his hands. The food reflects the lack of hygiene--low quality and barely edible. The whole restaurant feels neglected and unsafe. Honestly, it needs a full shutdown and overhaul. Do yourself a favor and go to Fuji instead.

Chicken hibachi

Chicken no rice

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Kids Teriyaki steak

Kami Japan

4.0(38 reviews)

22.5 mi

"As usual, the hibachi here is incredibly fresh and made to order! The customer service is always…read moregreat, and they keep the wait times short, which I really appreciate. My only minor complaint is the recent price fluctuation. It is difficult because everything is going up in price these days, so I just hope the quality stays this high moving forward. Still a solid go-to spot in Erwin!"

Amazing food, the bomb rolls are the best. very small and cute place, I love the decor . The…read moreworkers are super nice

Fried rice and white sauce

Eel sauce

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Crab and cucumber sushi

YUMMI JAPAN

3.5(59 reviews)

15.5 mi

Yummi Japan is a good budget option but was not what we were looking for taste…read more We were looking for a pick up order on our way home, and we were craving Japanese cuisine. We placed an online order and came to pick up, the cashier was very soft spoken and stand offish or maybe she was very shy so I couldn't quite hear what she was saying. Our food was made on time and ready for pick up. They did not offer any sauces, chopsticks, and napkins. The food we ordered was mostly good! My only nitpick is the rice for the sushi tasted different than usual sushi rice and wasn't sticking like usual sushi rice. But the inside of the sushi was fresh and delicious! The veggies tasted fresh, and soba noodles were delicious. Everything was cooked well and we had a great dinner!

It's okay. Service is fast. Portion size is good. But Food is just bland. Doesn't taste like…read morehibachi just meat and veggies off a griddle with absolutely no seasoning.

California roll and Salmon Avocado Roll

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Chicken Yakisoba with Veggies

Selma Mini Mart

3.2(5 reviews)

2.8 mi

Have seen this business on social media for a while and decided to give it a try because we were in…read morethe area. The mini mart is located near downtown Selma. I won't lie, it was a little off putting when we pulled up - we were expecting something else I guess. However, it's a small town convenience store - the one where you can get hot food and your snacks all in one place. Where the customers might be a little strange looking but hey it's small town living (IYKYK). The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. We placed our order of: Steak Hibachi with noodles with extra meat (plate sauced) Philly cheese egg roll Chicken and Veggie egg roll Totaling about $34 Won't lie, the price was a shocking - but hey their price is their price. They do have different prices for those that pay with a card and those that pay cash (something to keep in mind). Once our order was placed, it took about 10 mins and they brought our order to the car. The food was piping hot and overall good. Have we had better? Yes. Have we had worse? Yes. But for you have hibachi in Selma?! Give it a try if you're in the area and looking for something different.

I was heavily recommended this place by my coworkers in Smithfield. They told me to get the…read morehibachi. When I saw their plates the day they had gotten there's it looked and smelled delicious, so I followed up. I kept it simple and got the hibachi chicken. For someone who has had a lot of hibachi, I believe the deliciousness of this restaurant was overstated. It was a solid rice and chicken with veggies plate. Decent size for the price. The veggies did not have much flavor but the rice and chicken with the sauce made up for that. My only issue is to get the sauce you have to pay 1.25 for a drizzle. If you are in Smithifled and want a quick hibachi lunch, this place will do

Same place different location and name ! Price changes

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Chicken and Vegetable Egg Roll and Philly Cheesesteak Egg Roll

Kobe Japanese Steak House & Sushi Bar

2.8(142 reviews)

14.8 mi

Please read the full review…read more When I say this I mean this this wasn't good, genuinely it was the most AMAZING experience I've ever had at any restaurant truly amazing there wasn't one single thing I could complain about the environment, the staff, the food everything was truly perfect I had a pretty big party and the wait was basically non existent if you want a place where you can have a good time with good food I highly recommend this place there's food for any price range and it's all good and when I say they will treat you right I mean it almost instant service it felt like I blinked and everything was ready if you're in the area please come here this place Is for sure a go to spot I've been here a few times one of the time I went there was this amazing host I think his name was Jacob really nice he helped me pick out what i wanted please come to this place 10/10 will definitely be back

I love the Chinese food from kobe! Very Auenthtic!!! I love lily's cooking and she remembers every…read morecostumer that walks in

Hibachi

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Hot Girl and Fire Cracker. Both Spicy

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John Mark I.

Elite 19

567

409

629

14 years ago

I only get take-out - but the steak bowl is always good. Fresh mushrooms and broccoli ever time. The white sauce is out of this world. Kind of disappointed in their sanitary grade for a fairly new restaurant. read more

Victor R.

0

1

0

2 years ago

Me and my wife came to eat here for lunch and were appalled by the fast service. Food was delightful and high quality! The whole experience was a 10/10, we're definitely coming back! read more

Justin W.

47

1

0

10 years ago

Recently remodeled. Great service and friendly staff. Cashiers remember my order and I love their teriyaki chicken and steak.. I eat here at least twice a week!! read more

Jason M.

0

31

0

8 years ago

I love the food but everytime i eat it upsets my stomach yet i continue to come back its so good. Im like the dad from big mouth with his scallops read more

Nik W.

0

1

0

15 years ago

The one in smithfeild NC is very good. I've never had a problem with them and they treat you with manners.

Chelsea C.

Elite 21

25

79

377

9 years ago

Pretty good food. Reasonably priced! Get there before lunch because the line could be out the door.

Grp C.

0

1

0

6 years ago

The Spanish guy don't have Custumer service he can't work here he have a really dirty mouth

Ray N.

0

1

0

14 years ago

Clean, best fast food hibachi I ever had.

Matt W.

77

46

10

15 years ago

The name of the restaurant is a lie.

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