The food is good, a favorite sushi spot in town. What's uneven is the readiness of a table with…read morereservation and service...we often wait 15-30 min past our sched reservation for our table in the evening (6:30-8p) which is tough with kids and frustrating when you make a reservation and service is not quick, we often wait 10-15 min before we get a server at the table. Lunch has always been quick and easy so the uneven experiences we've had seems to be in the prime dining hours.

It is sometimes a challenge to consistently produce first-rate quality and service when you are…read moreoverwhelmed by demand, but Sushi Jin did that on my recent Friday evening (prime time) visit. The place was packed, they had six sushi chefs on staff. Our party of four enjoyed many courses over several hours (my fave was the wagu tacos). Bottom line ,,, Sushi Jin is now my new absolute favorite place to dine in Fairfield County, if price is no object. Our elaborate seven-course dinner was $600 for four people, a dinner for two with fewer courses could be under $100. The ambiance is less than optimal (poor acoustics, tables closer than optimal), but if I were the owner, I would absolutely make the same choices given the demand. The food quality is outstanding. Nothing even close nearby. The staff was remarkably accommodating to our desires and availabilities (booths are more pleasurable than tables).

Hands down one of my fav. Kawa Ni in Westport. I recently went there for late lunch. Its the kind…read moreof atmosphere that feels trendy without trying too hard. Ive been there for dinner time as well, it's lively, loud in a good way, and immediately feels like somewhere you could stay for hours. I ordered the miso ramen, and it was honestly one of the most satisfying bowls of ramen I've had in Connecticut. The broth was the star of the dish its deep, rich, savory, and layered with that perfect balance of umami and subtle sweetness from the miso and a bit nitty form the sesame seeds. The noodles had the perfect texture: chewy, springy, and able to hold onto the broth beautifully. Nothing was overcooked or mushy . What impressed me most was how balanced the ramen was. Some ramen spots go overboard with salt or spice, but this bowl felt refined. Rich but not greasy. Flavorful but not overpowering. You could tell there was actual technique behind it. The portion size was also generous enough to leave completely full without feeling uncomfortable afterward. The service matched the food perfectly and so freaking sweet. I have trying to rec this all my coworkers

Such a wonderful lunch at Kawa Ni! The food was beautifully presented and FULL of flavor~the ramen…read morewas rich, comforting, & absolutely delicious, the Hakkaisan sake paired with it perfectly. The atmosphere is stylish yet relaxed, the service was warm & attentive. A great Westport spot for a leisurely lunch with a friend. We'll definitely be back!

To celebrate a graduation, you can choose a number of restaurants in the area. My child was…read moregraduating from The Norwalk Conservatory of the Arts and chose OKO Kitchen. Not a chain restaurant and not very big. As it turns out, it was a perfect combination for an UH-MAZ-ING meal! Literally, upon entering the front door, a curtain pulls to the side as we entered the restaurant. A nice little touch like you're entering a whole new world. It's a quaint little spot, maybe 20 or so tables total and some bar seating available. We had a small group of 7 and fit right along the far wall. Asked for some special favors from the hostess and she was more than accommodating. Our server, Julia was phenomenal. She gave us some time to socialize, choose our meals and looked after us as if we were her only table (while taking care of a couple other tables at the same time). Very personable and helpful along the way, not just someone who took our orders only never to be seen again. She had some great suggestions and was very knowledgeable about the menu. The food was spectacular! I initially ordered a few appetizers for the table. She suggested a Makimono dish which was a selection of the same items I requested and a few more! Perfect for sharing! We enjoyed a variety of entree selections from their menu including poke bowls, sushi and grilled meats and fish. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals. The desserts were a perfect casual finish to our meal! Can't say enough good things about our experience at OKO Kitchen. The service and food were spot on! Keep on Yelp'n!

Our first time to Oko and would go again! We sat at the bar (thinking it was a sushi bar when we…read moremade the reservation, but it is a regular bar)- our fault- no big deal. The bartender was lovely and friendly without being annoying. The scallop hand roll was a huge win! My husband had the tuna hand roll and also loved his. Then, we ordered the lobster and king crab hand rolls, they were also flavorful but still went back to the scallop! Delicious! We had the crab fried rice that was very tasty and a good portion- shareable when ordered with other items. We had an array of nigiri. It's a small restaurant with city vibes, friendly service. It was expensive and I'm not completely sure everything was worth the cost, for a special occasion, it is worth it.

This was our first visit here on a Sunday evening and we were excited to try. The place was…read morerelatively empty when we arrived but a few people trickled in while we were there. We started with the pan fried dumplings and the duck bao buns, both very good. Then we had a California roll and the fried noodles dish with chicken. The noodle dish lacked flavor and it would've been nice to see a few more veggies in the dish. It was a large portion. The service was friendly and attentive. There is a wrap around bar, tables and booths for the inside dining experience, and there is outdoor seating as well. The restrooms were clean and well stocked. Private spacious parking lot behind the restaurant. Prices a tad on the higher end. All in all it was a fine experience, but nothing from the food to menu options to the decor wowed us enough to want to return.

First time here, and definitely not the last! I am so glad another restaurant took over this space…read more We came here with group of 9 (made a reservation ahead of time). Beautiful decor inside, and fantastic service. The menu is mouthwatering. I had the most delicious Ramen. Don't remember what everyone else had, but everyone enjoyed their meals.

Another dinner at Sakura in Westport. Hard to believe they've been serving hibachi since 1982…read more Walking through the door feels a bit like stepping back in time, and I mean that as a compliment. I think the first time I ate there was around 1986 or '87 as a kid, and honestly, it looks much the same today. Is it high-end dining? No. But that's never been the point. It's solid, reliable, family-friendly, and consistent. Where else can you get a salad, soup, a generous hibachi dinner, and a little entertainment from the chef for around $35 a person? Kids are under $20, too. In an era when a casual dinner out can easily cost twice that (or even a sandwich and coffee), it's refreshing to find a place that still delivers good value. Some restaurants spend decades chasing trends. Others figure out what works and stick with it. After more than 40 years, Sakura is still doing exactly that, and I'm glad it is.

Just brought my family here for the first time (Saturday night, eve of Fathers Day) tonight. I was…read morea little nervous after seeing some mixed reviews. Here's my opinion/experience on everything that others complained about. 1. Parking. There's a giant lot surrounding the restaurant and we were there at 7 PM on a Saturday. No issues. Parked right by the front door (the place was packed & parking was a non-issue). 2. Wait times. I called at 4 and made a reservation for a party of 4 at a hibachi table. They were able to give us a 7:15 reservation and we were sitting by 7:19. 3. The crowded lobby. Yes, it's crowded. They do a good job of trying to get people through and to their respective tables. 4. The food. I thought the food was amazing. My seven year old even tried things she normally does not. We all had an amazing dinner and the food was perfectly cooked. 5. Atmosphere. The hibachi room is loud (like really loud) when it's busy/full. This really was the only less than ideal part. There's like 8-10 hibachi tables in one room with low ceilings so it's a lot of stimulation. My grandma couldn't hear anything throughout dinner. And idk why anyone would say the place was looking aged/worn down. It looked perfectly fine to us. 6. Service. Absolutely amazing! And our hibachi chef was so entertaining. More entertaining than any hibachi I've had anywhere else. Overall, 5 stars! We will be back. Probably soon!

I love this restaurant. The food is good, the menu is huge, and the staff are so kind and…read moreattentive, even once they get busy. I also find the prices very reasonable, which is a nice change of pace with everything getting so expensive. They also have plenty of options for vegetarians, as there is one person in my group that doesn't eat fish. I will come back here every time I am in Connecticut.

Good Sushi/ fish quality. What sets them apart is excellent service. They are kid friendly which…read moreis a plus. More than adequate space so that the customers who don't have kids won't be bothered. Ambiance is Japanese accents- not overly. Worth a visit. Actually, when we visit Fairfield; we go here instead of Fin. Fin can't hold a candle next to this place.

Everything was very fresh. I only eat sushi at sushi restaurants where I know they are turning…read moreeverything over quickly and nothing is sitting in the back of the fridge. This place delivers. They also have some odd things, like bao which are not Classical Japanese. They were delicious regardless. Their claim to fame is ramen. I don't like ramen so passed on it. On the other hand if they can get me to like it they get six stars not five. Major extra credit. Maybe next time. Oh and parking is easy which is not always the case in Norwalk.

The vibe is chill. Would recommend the Ishiyaki Wagyu on hot stone! It was tasty and came with a…read moreside of kimchi and string beans. The poke bowl was flavorful but was mainly rice. I wouldn't recommend the Yaki Onigiri, despite reading positive reviews for it. The fried rice was way too heavy and didn't taste good. The greasiness was competing with the strong taste of the salmon. Some servers knew their job well, and greeted us at the door. A newer server wasn't as knowledgeable on gluten free options there and also didn't take away our used appetizer plates before serving us the mains. Not a huge deal, but it does make a difference in your dining experience and how the flow of your meal goes.

So pleasantly surprised! Cannot speak as to the location itself, service, etc because we ordered to…read morego, but we know we will be back either for take out again or to dine in (although my mom who picked up said it was very small and gave her the impression they may mainly focus on take out and delivery). We were going to go somewhere else, but they were closed and this popped up on Yelp so we decided to give it a try. Everything was so good - the tuna tartare was finely ground tuna and had an almost sweet flavor, served with a delicious chipotle sauce. Was a big portion for an app. The seaweed salad was also a pretty big portion and we ended up saving it for the next day. Gyoza was standard but good. The Mount Fuji was so good - a bunch of different types of seafood with a lot of flavor. I barely even added soy sauce because it overpowered the more gentle but present flavors of all the fish. For rolls, we got the pink lady roll, spicy girl roll, sex and the city roll, and yamafuji roll. Each one was better than the last and I'd get them all again! They were BIG and filling. Last thing we got was the sushi pizza which was SO GOOD. The "crust" was a scallion pancake and it had so much flavor. Would definitely order everything again!

We stopped in this cozy gem and it did not disappoint. Even though they were super busy the hostess…read moretried her best to be on top of service . Sushi was amazing and huge portions. The bento box was best bang for your buck . Everything was super tasty The angry edemame is a must have ! We had a great experience and can't wait to be back .