As mentioned before, greeted immediately & very welcoming. No intimidation for new sushi/japanese food peeps. Very simple menu & selections. We had the sizzling salmon entree. I had the sashimi salad w/ponzu dressing & a bowl of rice. I didnt eat the salad part, just the sashimi w/my hot rice! Next time, tempura udon. I can't ever resist. The bowls aren't as big as what you get in japan, but large for US (Ramen & Udon) read more

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This is a very nice sushi spot. Not having an actual sushi bar is a bit of a bummer but the quality of all the dishes are above average. Sadly, the service was a bit slow. The Ramen is excellent. Probably in my top one or two in Arizona. They have a limited selection of Nigiri, but the slices are quite generous and the prices are reasonable. Coming here during dinner hours will require a wait, as this place is pretty small. I came in the afternoon and there wasn't many people there. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Generous Nigiri portions! - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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If loving this place is wrong, I don't want to be right. I'm officially convinced I've found the best ramen in Phoenix--like... cancel all other plans, this is the one. From the very first bite, I knew I was about to be loyal for life. We ordered ramen plus an assortment of sushi, and let me just say--everything tasted like it had main character energy. The sushi? Fresh, flavorful, and minding its business in the best way. The ramen? Whew. That broth deserves its own fan club. Rich, comforting, and so good it had me pausing mid-bite like, "hold on... let me appreciate this." Pro tip: ask for the chili oil. I don't know what magic is in it, but it took my ramen from "this is amazing" to "I might shed a tear." Absolute game changer. The spot itself is small and stays busy, but honestly? That just adds to the charm. It's giving cozy, intimate, "you found a hidden gem and now you're gatekeeping but also telling everyone you love" vibes. Service was top-tier--attentive without hovering, friendly without forcing it. And the mojito?? Fresh, crisp, and dangerously good. Like... I could've ordered three and made questionable decisions. Long story short: I will be back. Frequently. Probably too frequently. If you don't see me here, mind your business--I'm just on my way back. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Tonkotsu ramen. Best ramen I've had in Arizona. It's the real deal. No where else compares to Yutaka. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Tonkotsu ramen. So good. - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Tasty Japanese food at a great price point. Portions are very generous. We ordered the ramen, tempura, and sashimi. We ate around 4pm and were full for the rest of the night. Tempura was a tad on the greasy side, and comes with rice and miso soup. Pretty good, but we didn't end up finishing it all. Ramen was very flavorful, and the pork was nice and tender. We were very pleased with the meal, and would happily return the next time we're in town. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Tonkotsu ramen - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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I just went this afternoon (12pm) it was not busy when I got there !! Maybe a party of two ahead of us, so we got sat right away. Service was amazing !! It was a small restaurant but definitely well worth it especially for the prices. The ramen & sushi roll I got were sooooo good !! The sushi was HUGE & definitely worth the money. I would so recommend getting sushi here !! You can tell everything was cooked freshly !! The restaurant itself was super clean & friendly. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Deluxe Shrimp Tempura Roll - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Service always friendly and efficient! Ambiance lively. Food is fantastic. This place is always hopping! Ramen, Udon assorted sushi ordered with tempura. Awesome as always. My favorite place when In Phoenix! read more

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Great food. Super friendly people. Great food. Super friendly people. Great food. Super friendly people. read more

My husband and I ordered from here through door dash. We were craving some ramen and also decided to order a sushi roll. I ordered the Tonkotsu ramen and he ordered the Spicy Miso ramen. We split a Hungry Man roll. The food arrived warm and the soup had to be assembled (which is how it usually is with ramen). We both thought the ramen was just ok, the broth seemed kind of bland. Maybe it would have been better if we'd dined in. The Hungry Man sushi roll was really good though, so that made up for the "mid" ramen we received. read more

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Absolutely incredible! Excellent food and Service,, Cozy environment just like in Japan. We had a couple of the Raman dishes and they were excellent, lots of ingredients.. also enjoyed the Spicy roll sushi, i liked the size consistency and taste.... Looks like they have a beer special all the time,, Soporo for $3.95. Great employees, consistently checking in on our table. 5 read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Raman - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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We still come here 3 years later and it's still delicious! The best sushi and ramen we have found in the Phoenix area. Their lunch specials are an excellent deal. Service is always good. read more

We ordered a tonkotsu ramen, sushi roll and chicken teriyaki. The sizzling chicken teriyaki came with a cup of miso soup and rice, the portion was big enough to share, a great choice for protein. The tonkotsu ramen was good too, and the price was reasonable! The spicy garlic albacore roll was huge and fresh. The staff was kind and the environment was clean. For the price and food quality, I'll definitely come back again and try different dishes. read more

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Came here with my fiance we wanted sushi so we wanted to try this place, there food i would give a 4 because what we order was very good, we had california roll, dynamite roll and potatoes croquettes. The service i wasnt happy with the girl sitting us at the table because when we sat down the table was wet first of all then we ask that same girl if you can ha e some napkins. She gave us the napkins with an attitude didnt say anything, just gave us the napkins and walked away. We had the waiter tall guy he was nice and helpful. Ambience the place is definitely very small but its a busy place for dinner for sure. No tv, no music. But definitely a small place with a couples of tables and chairs. I would recommend this place but it would be a wait time so expect that. But food is good so far its my first time , will come back definitely next time im in town and try somthing different. read more

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Stopped in on a Saturday afternoon as this was one of the top Ramen/sushi places on yelp and google. It's not a fancy restaurant but more of a walk-in open seat and the sushi counter is open to where you can see the workers making your food. With that said for three people, we were seated rather quickly. When you check in via Yelp, you receive three free gyozas or four California rolls and we opted for the Gyoza. The gyozas were tasty but the dipping sauce which I assume was soy sauce was not as flavorful or as salty as I like for dipping gyozas. We got the hungry man roll ,the viva Vegas roll ,spicy Ramen and tonkutsu Ramen. I expected the spicy Ramen to have a bit more flavor, it was spicy, but not very flavorful. I will say though the meat which is pork was soft and tasted good. I tasted my friend's tonkutsu and actually enjoyed the sauce of the better and think that the creaminess should also be a focus in the spicy Ramen along with adding some flavor. The viva Las Vegas rolls were a tad heavy for me. Flavor was not too bad and I did not try the hungry man Roll. I will add the little salad on the side of a Gyoza was very tasty. Services is quick and restaurant is in good location next to other shopping areas. Update: viva vegas roll the next day reheated in air fryer is perfect!! read more

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Food was 11/10 service was nice ambiance isn't the best all the tables are close together and they should expand.

Went here and had to wait about 20 minutes for a table for two, but it was definitely worth the wait. The place has a good amount of seating, but if you're coming with a bigger party, you should definitely call ahead. The staff was friendly and really nice, and the food was bursting with fresh flavor. I'll definitely be back for more of that ramen! read more

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Their food here is 5 stars! Definitely recommended! For kids do salmon And for adults if they like spicy, do the spicy ramen or the normal ramen that isn't spicy! YOU SHOULD TRY IT! (BTW all the waiters are super nice, especially the manager!) Trust me, I come here every Friday afternoon with my family, so I should know! read more

Another wonderful meal at Yutaka, everything they make is delicious; ramen, tempura, sushi, it's all excellent. The quality of their fish is a real standout. Highly recommended!!! read more

This quaint little place is hidden between 2 businesses, when you walk in, it looks soo nice! Very clean & organized. Customer service is excellent! But the most important is the amazing food that they serve! You can tell they take pride in every single dish they serve! My GF and I love coming here and my husband and I as well to just try new things because everything you order is delicious! Very fresh and tasty! HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!! read more

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Delicious food, friendly and efficient service, and just overall a welcoming environment. The moment we entered, we were directed toward a table with little to no wait time, and were offered drinks, which arrived very quickly. One of the best places I've eaten at by far. read more

The good was the squid salad & the sashimi was great and rated 5 stars! The bad is their jalapeño Fire Roll which had the main ingredient as small croutons (nasty carbs). Japanese restaurant using croutons? Unbelievable! Secondly, the "fake seafood" inside the rolls was an amalgamation of probably left over seafood parts! No question it must have been ground up fish parts with an orange color! Something you would probably feed your fish in an aquarium. Lately the sauce caked over it was just spiced up thousand islands sauce. The ugly is that this recipe was probably engineered by an accountant or an efficiency expert, but definitely not a Japanese learned cuisine chef! I dare the restaurant to change this objectively review, because they now would be lying! Suggest they concentrate on the good and dispatch their bad. Cheers! read more

Service was outstanding!! The room felt calm and everyone was eating their order meal with ease. As to the ambiance in the room was pleasant. I think they could do better with the sizzling food and actually cook it. The food got cold quickly as it was just warm up. The waitress said it was hot when she brought it over. The hot metal plate gets heated and the food is place on top and a bit of lemon juice is squeeze on to it to bring out the sizzling which makes the plate look amazing. Food got cold quickly as if it just smother with the teriyaki sauce and sprinkle some sesame seeds to look presentable. This was not what I expected. Wasn't very pleasant overall with the meal. Soup is always good!! I suggest to really cook the food and not just popped in microwave and smother it the flavor sauce and give out the impression that it just came off the fire. Do bette Yutaka. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Sizzling Chicken teriyaki with rice and noodle with the starter bowl or soup. - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

This place was delish! We came on a Saturday night around 8:30pm and it was packed. The restaurant is fairly small, so there wasn't too much seating. We ended up ordering takeout out, but that wasn't a problem. We took our food back home and it was equally as delicious. The ramen is so flavorful and very filling. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Have been here several times now. Seriously, this spot is clutch. You simply will not find better tonkatsu ramen in the Valley. Yes, it's worth the wait. And chances are, when you get here, you will have to wait. Put down your name and number to go walk around the mall to kill some time. Everything we have tried is delicious, fresh, and top notch. No complaints...except, I wish they would accept reservations! The wait is getting close to unbearable for date night but the food is truly so good we suffer the waiting just to go! read more

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I have been coming here since they opened , we love the spicy miso Ramen& sushi. The Customer service is amazing. Food comes out fast and fresh and the price is amazing. The restaurant is very clean. read more

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First visit, a Friday evening, the dining area is very small. Thankfully, we arrived before the early dinner rush. The service was fine. The food we ordered was not your typical ramen or sushi. The spicy miso ramen had chashu(pork belly) but it was overcooked. If you don't like a lot of spice, they will bring it on the side so you can add the spice to your liking. The ramen's addition of corn was an unique twist on your typical ramen. The Vegas roll was pretty good. A couple of us found it to be too cream cheese heavy. read more

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Stopped in for dinner with a friend on a Sunday night and the place was busy. That's a good sign in my opinion. It's a small space but doesn't feel crowded. It's spaced out well, brightly lit, clean, and tastefully decorated. Being that it was so busy we had to wait a bit to be helped but our server was great despite being so busy. I got the tonkatsu ramen and my friend got the hungryman roll. It was a lot of food! It was also really tasty. We both really enjoyed our meals. I had enough to take home for seconds and I'm looking forward to them. I will definitely stop in again. They're conveniently located right next to my barber after all! read more

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Soooo cute! Met the owner; he is very passionate about what he has created. Our server was speedy, friendly and seemed okay recommending things to new customers. There are plenty of opportunities to get here and eat the fine food. The only problem is the dining area is so small. The food is good and they fill up fast on a busy day And you cant get a seat. One work around is I believe they are on Door Dash and Uber Eats. read more

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My new addiction!! This place is a hidden gem, truly. It was packed when it went, so that was already a good sign. Staff got me seated quickly within 10 minutes and very friendly, and after I ordered, food was out in 10 minutes. It was delicious, all of it. If you're a big ramen lover, checkout this spot! They have a bunch of food options outside of what was shown. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Avocado Roll - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Spicy miso Ramen Spicy garlic edamame Mojito Great combo, fantastic broth and just delicious It's a small restaurant wait time about 30-45 min Party guess ordered sushi rolls and the fried croquettes a must! Hostess a but rude and sat someone Before us how were on waitress prior other than that nice dinner good food and resemble price. Would order again and order the same items! read more

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Don't be fooled by the alluring menu the portions are HUGE and you will quickly have way more food on your table than you can eat! We loved the crispy rice and the firecracker dish. We also got the teriyaki chicken, a spicy tuna roll, and a Philly roll. I would easily order the crispy rice as a full meal in the future- yum! This place gets busy fast so come early or be prepared to wait a bit. Service is friendly and fast- you can be in and out fairly quickly. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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We love coming here for the ramen and sashimi! Always satisfying and worth the drive. Great service too! read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Salmon Sashimi (thin sliced) - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

Did take out this time. This has become our favorite local Japanese restaurant. The Tonkotsu Ramen is TO DIE FOR! Got my hubby to try it and it's now his fav. Our grandkids love the spicy Miso Ramen. Introduced our daughter to Yutaka and she's convinced. Their sushi is excellent. HUGE portions and so fresh. This is a small place so if you want to eat in, be prepared for a possible wait, but it's well worth it. The staff are very attentive, happy to make recommendations and friendly. Haven't found anything we haven't liked so far. So happy to have found this! Prices are very competitive, especially with the portion sizes. read more

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I've been going here for years at this point. Yutaka is one of my favorite spots in AZ. The fish is incredibly fresh, the service is fast, and the serving sizes make this place an amazing value. It's a little smaller of a joint and you may have to wait on a busy day, but it's usually no more than 30 minutes and absolutely worth it for me. My favorites are the spicy garlic albacore roll, the hungry man roll, the sunkissed roll, the salmon sashimi, and the gyoza. Make sure to try the premium wasabi as well. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Spicy Garlic Albacore Roll, and Sunkissed Roll, and Hungry Man Roll - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Been coming here for the last 5 years already. Amazing ramen that has a great portion and delicious pork~ This is my all time favorite ramen place in AZ. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Spicy Miso Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

FAR EXCEEDED 4.8 STAR EXPECTATIONS As someone from the San Francisco Bay Area with pretty high sushi standards, I came in curious but cautious. The reviews were solid, but this meal blew me away--it far surpassed what I imagined. Honestly, five stars doesn't feel like enough. I'm usually not one to go for sushi first, but this spot just changed that. The spicy miso ramen was rich, perfectly seasoned, and packed with flavor--the ideal balance of spice and comfort. And the sushi? Next-level. I tried the Alaskan Roll and Viva Las Vegas Roll--both were fresh, beautifully plated, and absolutely delicious. The sauces were flavorful without overpowering the fish, and the textures were spot on. But what really made this experience memorable was the service. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely helpful--especially impressive since it was my first visit. They took the time to walk me through options without rushing, which I truly appreciated. Between the quality, the service, and the incredibly reasonable prices, this place is a standout. If you're anywhere nearby and haven't been, don't sleep on it. It's worth the visit--you won't be disappointed. read more

Yutaka Japanese Restaurant - Spicy Miso Ramen - Ramen Near Me - Phoenix, Arizona

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Service was very good. There was a 20 minute wait for a table since we went on a Friday evening. After we were seated, each time the door was opened I got blasted with frigid air from outside. Perhaps a redesign of the entryway is in order here, so that your patrons are not popsicles within a few minutes? Once the food came out, things went from alright to merely average (or lower). 1. "monkey brains" appetizer: nicely browned outside but ice cold inside. 2. gyoza appetizer: hot and delicious! 3. Tempura udon: broth was mostly sweet but not balanced, TONS of fried onions dominated the whole bowl, the noodles were perfectly bouncy, and the tempura was served on the side to keep it crispy. read more

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Didn't have good experience. Food was pretty bad. Wasn't happy with the service either. Never replenished water.

We went there for lunch. The tonkotsu ramen was flavorful. The rolls are decent size and the service was good. Why 4 stars you ask?? The fish on the rolls were very thin. The sashimi and the fish on the roll on our prior dinning experience there were thick and tasty. It was what made yutaka stood out for me. It is not the case this time. read more