So earlier this year I got introduced to this place thru a Yelp Elite experience and needless to…read moresay that visit really blew me away. Since that visit I have returned three different times,always bringing someone different to show off this excellent restaurant find located near 73rd and Stockton Blvd Engawa Fusion is such a special place-this restaurant is over 30 minutes from my house in Natomas in traffic ,yet that never stops me from trekking my way across Sacramento-I love this place that much. On this particular visit we started with 2 different sushi tacos-We had the tuna version and the salmon version-each priced at $11.00. Now I could write a novel explaining the virtues of these culinary creations but I will keep it short-the tuna and the salmon tacos are such the perfect bite-well balanced-well seasoned-surprisingly heavy in the hand while being light to the taste-it's truly been my favorite new food item discovery of 2026. Next we went with the Stir-Fry Udon and this cost us $16.00. I've described this dish in the past as a dish I could eat every day of my life and would be a very happy person.The flavor and seasonings are flawless,the noodles are cooked perfectly,great chew-a very slurpable noodle for sure. I can easily see why this dish is such a popular item on their menu. This restaurant was given a spot on Yelps Top 100 Places to eat in 2025-nothing in this visit did a thing to show that honor wasn't well deserved. In closing-I don't know if I could recommend this spot any higher and I plan many future visits whenever I want to show people how amazing the culinary experience in Sacramento has truly become. 10/10 experience. PS-Parking could be a bit of a challenge as they share a lot with an auto shop but all of my visits I was able to secure a spot-I am sure you will as wel

. Party of 2 came on a weeknight evening and had no wait…read more We ordered the main ramen which was had a nice, light creamy broth. We also got the tamagoyaki unagi don with a huge soft unagi piece. The grapefruit green tea was really refreshing for these warmer days. Came here previously for a Yelp event and came back to try other things on the menu and so glad I did. Definitely worth coming to since portions are pretty big with very fast and attentive service.

*** Vegetarian Review ***…read more Would I come back? Yes, friendly service. They can accommodate their broths for vegetarians. If you can handle it, always ask for a medium spice level. Tips for first-timers: 1) Plenty of free parking 2) They accept reservations The Food: Vegetable Tempura ($18.95, Grade A): I like how they cut the vegetables--not too chunky. There is nothing worse than a chunky carrot that isn't cooked to its core. The tempura batter doesn't pull off when you bite into it, and it isn't oily at all. Yasai Ramen ($17.95, Grade A): Asked for a water broth to make this safe and vegetarian-friendly. You would think it would be tasteless, but it was surprisingly packed with flavor. The medium spice level definitely helped, but even for people sensitive to heat, this would be a tasty dish. It says water-based, but it still has a deep, eye-appealing dark color. The noodles have a great bite. Not overly mushy. And they stay that way for the entire meal. Broccoli, zucchini, bean sprouts, wood ear mushrooms, and cabbage. The cubed tofu is fresh and wasn't spoiled which often happens with tofu in restaurants that a lot of people don't order daily. Jungle Roll ($14.95, Grade A): Avocado and cucumber, topped with a seaweed salad. Most Japanese restaurants fail to understand that vegetarians also want a fun roll! We asked if they could include a vegetable tempura inside the roll so there would be a good textural component, and added a drizzle of teriyaki and spicy mayo. Good news--they were able to do it, though having to check with the sushi bar is always an adventure ($1 extra for each request). Sidenote: Why do all Japanese restaurants need to ask the sushi bar? One-hundred percent of the time, we eagerly have to wait for the sushi police to give a rolling. The rolls are made fresh and many meat-based rolls include a tempura element rolled inside. I could understand if we're asking to deep fry the roll, but just adding a tempura and a drizzled sauce? Ok, hopping off my soapbox. Bottom Line We've been coming to this place on and off for over ten years. It's been at least 2 years since our last visit, and there are some noticeable changes. Portions are smaller; the ramen bowls used to be the size of a food challenge. The restaurant itself is looking older and not quite as cared for, but the flavors remain excellent and the friendly, attentive service is completely unchanged.

My friends had lunch there and the party of five asked for separate checks. One person paid with a…read morecredit card and the rest in cash. My friend watched the waitress stack the 5 trays and left to process payment. Waitress returned and told them she was missing one payment. The party insisted that they all paid. The manager came to the table and told them they had to pay before they leave. Again, the party insisted they all paid. One of the ladies asked,"Are you saying that we're lying? There's security cameras in this room. Go review the footage and you can see the proof that we all paid and the waitress took the trays." Apparently the security cameras weren't functioning as he wouldn't look at the footage. The manager wanted to charge the missing payment to the person who used a charge card for her payment and the group told him that was not acceptable. The dispute went on for 30 minutes and customers at a near by table kept turning around and looking at us. The manager stepped away again and returned shortly with the missing payment saying that he found it under the cash register! There was no true apology, no effort to compensate the group for the embarrassing behavior and accusations. Clearly it was the waitress' mistake and she didn't apologize to the group. This is unacceptable behavior from the manager. Knowing this happened yesterday, I will no longer dine at Akebono. Very poor customer service.

My friend ordered the same dish of Crispy Pork Belly before and their plate had double the amount…read moreof meat and I was so confused when they gave me so little! They only gave half amount of meat and all the other dishes were all full plates/bowl, I just thought it was kinda stingy.

I crave Pipo Ramen and Rice all the time, they're a bit out of the way for me but when I'm going to…read morebe in the general area I'll go out of my way to stop by. I've enjoyed dine in and take out options from them, and while dining in will give you the freshest flavor and best presentation, they do such a good job packaging the food for takeout so nothing spills and everything tastes good with takeout too. The family that runs the restaurant is very friendly and I'm always greeted when I arrive. There's a good amount of seating available and they can accommodate small and larger groups. It's a great spot for a family dinner or meeting up with friends and I would recommend sharing family style so you can enjoy more dishes. Everything is delicious here, I would recommend checking out their specials to see if there's anything that catches your eye. I typically order the boat noodles, Pipo Tom Yum Seafood ramen, or curries. I ordered the pad thai on my last visit to try something new and it was also delicious. There's plenty of parking available outside, so it's a great spot to stop if you're looking for a quick bite or a nice sit down meal.

My girlfriend, and some friends and I decided after class to come here for dinner and for Ramen…read more With doing Jiu Jitsu across the street weekly, but never venuring in this particular plaza. I'd see the shops but never paid much attention. But we stopped in around 8:30 and made it in time to sit down and eat. Karaage Ramen (Spicy) Duck breast Ramen Spicy Tan Tan Men Ramen Sashimi Sushi roll Karaage Ramen was bomb. As we waited for our orders I stepped away to wash my hands, and came back to the delicious looking bowl pictured. Karaage chicken is one of my favorite dishes at my favorite Japanese restaurant, and this Karaage Ramen had a perfect crispiness to it. The Ramen broth was also very flavorful and has a nice little punch of Spicy to it, with the addition of the chili oil; nothing too hot. Overall: Great spot for good Ramen. Will definitely have to come back again for more.

It's pretty good! I came here May 2026 with a date. I had the ramen with karaage, my date got the…read morespicy tan tan men ramen. We got a California roll and a takoyaki to share. The karaage is a different style than I was used to, which wasn't my favorite, but it wasn't bad. The broth of the ramen isn't the richest, but it's good. The sushi was surprisingly good and refreshing. The rice and ingredients felt fresh. Generally, pretty good Japanese for the area. The whole meal felt pretty expensive-- it's 12 dollars for takoyaki, which feels a bit pricey for what you get.

Service is always perfect when one of servers (don't remember her name) takes the orders! She's…read moresuper friendly, welcoming, and always has the sweetest smile on her face. Now to food. Their spicy garlic edamame is a must try. The pepper flakes paired with the grilled onions are so mouthwateringly delicious. I wanted to take the onions to go. I ordered the salmon king roll and spam musubi and both were pretty good. My only grievance is that the rice to roll ratio can be a bit much so you get full faster. Other than that, no major complaints. Food and service are both good! Small parking lot available to park and the inside has a good amount of seating available. They usually have the TV going along with some music so entertainment is available alongside your meal.

After a day of yard work. Delicious. Opened late. We enjoyed ourselves…read more Service could be better but be patient, they're open late!

Upon entering the restaurant, we were greeted and seated immediately. The decor is simple and…read morefairly elegant, I liked the seating with an open bar type of area. I got the Karamiso ramen, the spice level was okay, but upon tasting the broth, you get a rich flavorful punch of pork flavor with sourness. I like the richness of the broth and sour flavors so I was drawn to it. My wife got the Aka Red Tonkotsu ramen, the broth was definitely lighter, and the spice level was abut the same as the one I got. The portions were generous, we were not able to finish our ramens unfortunately. But I must say, for the price, it's worth it. I would like to go back and try their tan tan men.

Went here on a Saturday night with three other people and we waited for about 15 min. We walked…read morehere from my friends place so parking was not tough for us, but parking can be limited. Our waiter was outgoing and made eating there a great experience. I got the aka (red tonkutsu) and I felt like the broth needed a bit more flavor. My husband got the black tonkotsu and once he tried mine, he wished he had got mine. My son is a picky eater, yet ate 2 bowls of tonkotsu. I will come back for a sake drink they had and giving it another a try.

Great little spot . Service is friendly, fast, and good. Food was so delicious. We got ramen ,…read morefried calamari legs ( so good) and garlic edamame. I could eat my weight is the edamame . We will be coming back here for sure.

This ramen spot is one of my go-tos and I absolutely recommend it if you are looking for not only…read moregood ramen but delicious spicy edamame. Spicy edamame is something I always order at sushi and ramen places, and there are a lot of great spots in Sacramento to order it at. This place is honestly top three for me, the edamame is perfectly cooked, very spicy and garlicky, and it never lasts on the table. The ramen is very delicious as well, they have lots of options including a vegetarian option, bibimbaps, and because it is also a Vons Chicken location you can get tasty fried chicken too. My cousins and I always get edamame, fries, and mozzarella sticks to share before our meals. It can get kind busy here but the staff are always incredibly nice and attentive. The prices are appropriate, not overpriced and worth it. There's indoor and outdoor seating, it's clean, and the food comes out quickly. Definitely recommend!

I've become a regular at Oto's. I love the variety of items they offer from fresh produce to shelf…read morestable items, candy, hot food, and even their poke at the fish counter. I regularly stop in to pick up treats, drinks, produce like mushrooms and okra, and their poke and hot meal options. I also like their home goods sections with so many cool ramen bowls, sauce containers, and utensils. I'm always excited when I stop in when it's slower because I can take my time browsing. Whenever this happens I end up leaving with a lot more items. I appreciate that they carry a wide variety of items including some ingredients and items that are hard to find in the US and even at other Asian grocery stores. I've stopped into many different stores and I feel like Oto's has variety and quality at a great price. They do have their own parking, but be careful because it can be pretty tight and there's usually a good amount of cars coming in and out.

Oto's might be my favorite specialty grocery store in Sacramento.I dont go there often as it's not…read moreon my path home or even close to my work-in fact every time I have to go to Oto's I have to go out of my way to make a special trip-that may be why every visit there feels so great What do I love about Oto's-Let's see I generally never know exactly what I'm going to find when I go there-they are always changing up their stock-I know I can count on some great sauces for my home dishes-I know I can count on some new salty snacks from overseas every time I go there-I know that I will most likely find some new ramen flavor that I never ran into before-I know that I probably will find a Funko Pop that I wasn't expecting every time I go there-these are just a few things I love about Oto's.We won't even bring up their amazing fresh produce or their cold bar foods they offer on a daily basis-My mochi palette would not be nearly what it is today without all the great mochi products I've picked up at Oto's-it really is just a great place to shop and I'm happy every time I know I'm going to go there and every time I'm leaving-it's awesome. But none of those reasons are the real reason I truly love Oto's,let me tell you what I really love.....Late last year I decided I was going to learn how to make my favorite food in the world and that is sushi.I went ham,I got the knives I got the kits,I got the rice maker,I got all the seasonings but what I didn't have was a spot to pick up the highest level of fish that was needed to really make homemade sushi pop and that is where Oto's came in to save the day. Their daily "sushi-grade" tuna and salmon that they sell in the back of the store is so next level-even a novice like myself cannot mess up a homemade sushi meal.They have so much to offer at Oto's,all the different levels of salmon and tuna,depending on your budget but all of it is amazing. I will forever be indebted to Oto's for helping me raise my sushi game at home and making my wife think that I'm just the best sushi maker-when it was always just the high quality fish offered at Oto's that did the work-Thank You Oto's for that. In closing-if you ever find yourself in the Land Park area and want to see what all the hype is about at this incredible spot or maybe you just want to try your hand at some home sushi making,be sure to stop by Oto's Marketplace-it truly is a gem amongst gems. PS....Parking sucks here-no way around that one unless u get lucky or have a handicap placard-don't like the parking.

Came here for lunch on a Saturday. I was met with a lovely welcoming staff! Got a bunch of amazing…read moredishes including tuna pizza, red & white, and dancing scallop. Chef Jacky made us a large sashimi dish. The fish was super fresh and the cuts were nice and big! Ready to come back for my sushi fix soon!!

Food was really good. Chef Jacky is the best. He was very kind and friendly. He made us a couple…read morespecial rolls. Our servers Lashelle and Niko were super friendly and fun. Overall the whole dining experience was good. 10/10 would recommend!

Ambiance: 4/5 Service: 5/5…read moreFood: 5/5 Drinks: 5/5 Price: 4/5 Parking: 4/5 Came by on a Tuesday evening. Dana was our server, and she was awesome! We had a variety of food and drinks - all of which was great. The Mushroom Paitan and Curry Tofu Katsu were standouts which I'll definitely be coming back for!

The walk there and back from the parking garage was interesting. Lot of skateboarders and wannabe…read moregangsters around. Just that alone ensures never coming here again unless it's perhaps a game night at DOCO. Server was great. Food took forever to come out and it wasn't even that busy. I thought ramen places were supposed to be a lot quicker. Apparently you're supposed to order the karasge chicken here. We did not unfortunately. I don't know what kinds of ramen these people have had before, but the three we tried seemed more experimental than anything else. Also, we both threw up upon arrival at home. Maybe it was bad luck with what we ordered or something but not going to give it our usual 2nd chance because of the area. DOCO is getting ghetto fabulous. Lastly, the food can look pretty but first and foremost it needs to taste good. Arugula is an...interesting addition to ramen. I'll leave it at that.