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Japanese food spots

You want a Japanese meal that delivers on the fundamentals without any distractions.

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Japanese restaurant

Small takeout-only spot offers authentic Japanese bentos with crispy karaage and varied musubi. Busy atmosphere during lunch with quick service despite made-to-order dishes. Run by a husband and wife, it maintains a humble, straightforward vibe without seating.

Food offers packed with flavor dishes that are delicious and reasonably priced. The spot is a small takeout place not suited for dining in.

Karaage bento stands out with its crispy, flavorful fried chicken. Bento boxes come in perfect sizes and include tasty options like beef bento and musubi with tuna or kurobota sausage paired with just the right amount of wasabi.

People are saying

"The Japanese food, especially the karaage, is unbelievably crispy and delicious."

"The food here is delicious and packed with flavor."

"It's a small takeout place, not really for dining in."

Good to know

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Maruichi Bento is a takeout-only restaurant with no dine-in options.

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Expect a wait time of about 10 minutes for orders during busy lunch hours.

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Online ordering is available, but it's primarily a walk-in takeout place.

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Japanese restaurant

Japanese restaurant offers an authentic vibe with cozy, intimate atmosphere and detailed interior decor. Guests cook meat on charcoal grills at their tables, creating a unique dining experience. The place suits family meals and date nights with a welcoming, relaxed energy.

Food features tender beef, perfect breading, and satisfies cheese katsu cravings. Service is consistently exceptional and complements the delicious dishes well.

Pork katsu stands out with tender, juicy meat and a crispy panko breading that holds up well under curry sauce. The menu features various katsu options like cheese, gyu, and ribeye, all prepared with care and rich flavors.

People are saying

"The Japanese food, especially the katsu, is perfectly crispy and juicy."

"This lunch spot's katsu is a no-brainer for the value."

"The food here is the best katsu and yaniku I've ever eaten."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended due to the restaurant's popularity.

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Happy hour runs every day with five-dollar beers until 11:30 PM.

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Lunch bento is available on weekends for $15 starting at noon.

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Casual and cozy setting offers generous portions of Hawaiian BBQ with house-made sweet and savory sauces. Menu features tender grilled pork and kalbi beef, complemented by sides like rich, buttery gravy and mac salad. Ordering ahead on the app helps skip wait times in this comfortable atmosphere.

Food here is consistently delicious and incredible, with generous portions that include cabbage under the meats to add volume. Prices are reasonable for the amount served.

Chicken katsu features a flavorful breading with a great crunch. The sauce enhances the dish and is available on request, though sometimes it may be missing from the takeout bag.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be great and delicious."

"I noticed they didn't have combo plates for the BBQ."

"The Japanese food's chicken katsu has the best breading and sauce."

Good to know

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The restaurant does not accept cash; only credit cards and mobile payments are allowed.

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Reservations are not accepted; ordering ahead via the app is recommended to skip the wait.

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Expect generous portions, especially with the meat dishes served with cabbage underneath.

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Pho restaurant

Pho restaurant offers a serene, modern space with calm, cozy vibes and subtle instrumental music. The atmosphere suits quiet meals and friendly gatherings. Clean, spacious layout complements the tasteful decor.

Food features traditional Vietnamese dishes without MSG, focusing on healthy, fresh ingredients. Service is friendly and prompt, with a calm atmosphere and reasonably priced, filling meals.

Taiyaki croissants with taro filling stand out as a unique and tasty treat. Garlic wings, pho, and egg rolls also show strong quality and flavor.

People are saying

"The Vietnamese food here has a rich, flavorful broth."

"The Vietnamese food here is delicious, especially the pho."

"You have to try the taro taiyaki croissants; they're perfectly balanced."

Good to know

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Parking at Ngon Yummy is very limited and not sufficient.

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They now charge $3 per bowl for soup refills, and the bowls are relatively large.

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We went on a Tuesday and there were tables available with no wait.

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Korean barbecue restaurant

Spacious Korean barbecue restaurant with modern decor and a giant cow statue creates a lively, family-friendly atmosphere. Self-ordering via iPads and a self-serve banchan bar make dining efficient and introvert-friendly. The vibe balances clean, relaxed energy with vibrant K-pop visuals and music.

Delicious food features high-quality meats and a great variety of sides. The taste improves with attentive service, offering strong value for the price.

Large, delicious katsu meals come ready to share. Refreshing, cold spicy noodles balance well with meat and Wagyu meats, bulgogi, eel donburi, steamed dumplings, and cold noodle soup.

People are saying

"The Korean Food here has outstanding, fresh meat quality, especially the wagyu."

"The food here is delicious, especially the fresh, high-quality meats."

"The premium quality meats here are fantastic."

Good to know

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The restaurant is open until 1 AM on Fridays and Saturdays.

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Expect 90 minutes of unlimited ordering for the buffet.

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Happy hour offers a deal where you can get two items for the price of one.

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Japanese restaurant

Small space fills quickly, creating a lively and sometimes loud atmosphere with tables arranged close together. Affordable prices highlight large ramen bowls and inexpensive sushi, known for spicy ramen and riceless Japanese burrito rolls. Warm and cozy vibe suits casual meals with friends or family.

Fresh ingredients and generous servings stand out across a variety of dishes like rolls, ramen, and tempura. Food arrives quickly even when busy, and prices stay very cheap compared to other Japanese spots.

Sushi features large rolls with fresh quality served quickly at an affordable price. Ramen bowls come in large portions and offer good value for the price.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is so good and affordable."

"I thought the sushi here was the best I ever had."

"The food here is fresh and tasted incredibly delicious."

Good to know

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Parking at Artesia City Plaza can become quite difficult during peak hours.

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Tampopo offers lunch specials and 50% off sushi every day.

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The restaurant can seat about 10 groups of 2 or 4 people.

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Ramen restaurant

Small, cozy space with tight seating and uncomfortable wooden chairs creates a crowded atmosphere. Consistent music featuring artists like Brent Faiyaz and Sza adds to the vibe. The place offers explicitly vegan ramen and has a local, hybrid ramen style that stands out.

Food arrives quickly, especially during slower times. Dishes like katsu and karaage show clear care and taste incredible, making the food punch well above its weight.

Ramen here features tender pork and a rich tonkotsu broth that stands out. The menu includes vegan ramen and dishes like cheese katsu and karaage, all served with quick, attentive service.

People are saying

"I thought the ramen was some of the best I'd ever eaten."

"The food here is amazing, especially the ramen and katsu."

"I thought the Japanese food, especially the ramen, was the best I'd ever eaten."

Good to know

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There is plenty of parking available in the plaza.

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Ramen Zuru offers a free drink from 11-3pm even on weekends.

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The average price for a ramen bowl is $13.95.

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Sushi restaurant

Open layout with modern decor and dark colors creates a neat dining environment. Atmosphere is lively and noisy, with loud music that fills the space. All-you-can-eat sushi and ramen attract families and groups looking for a casual, bustling spot.

Food comes out fresh and consistent with quick service. Quality and taste stay solid, making the dining experience reliable.

Sushi here stands out for its fresh fish and high quality. The menu offers a good variety of sushi and ramen, served quickly with great service.

People are saying

"The all-you-can-eat sushi here is just amazing."

"The food here is delicious and well-portioned."

"I loved the all-you-can-eat Japanese food here."

Good to know

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The all-you-can-eat deal does not include beverages or desserts.

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Happy hour runs from 8:30 PM until closing with discounted drinks.

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Expect a busy parking lot, especially on weekends after 5 PM.

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Hawaiian restaurant

Small Hawaiian restaurant decorated with surfboards and old pictures creates an atmosphere like being in Maui. Busy and lively, it offers generous portions of authentic island flavors with standout beef ribs and poke. Self-service and a short wait are typical during lunch hours.

Food here is authentic Hawaiian and consistently delicious. Dishes come well served and often exceed expectations for local flavor.

Bowls and sushi rolls come fresh and tasty. Katsu chicken and BBQ chicken stand out, but the Ka Moa plate's katsu is overfried with fatty cartilage, and the chicken teriyaki is burnt.

People are saying

"These beef ribs are tender and delicious."

"The island beef ribs here are super tasty and flavorful."

"I was surprised by how delicious the macaroni salad was."

Good to know

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Expect a wait of about 15 to 20 minutes during lunch on weekdays.

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The price of $15 for a plate is very affordable.

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You need to order and get your own food.

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