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Japanese food in Artesia

A craving for sashimi or a steaming bowl of ramen is hard to ignore. The specific balance of flavors found in Japanese cuisine is exactly what is needed right now.

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Japanese restaurant

Small takeout spot serves crispy karaage and varied musubi with quick, friendly service. Bento boxes offer perfect portions featuring beef and kurobota sausage with wasabi. Busy lunch vibe keeps energy high but service remains efficient and straightforward.

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. Guests enjoy cooking meat on charcoal grills at their tables, adding fun to family meals and date nights. Pork katsu shines with crispy panko breading and juicy meat, making it a flavorful choice.

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 Ribeye here is so tender and flavorful."

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 spot serves generous portions of Hawaiian BBQ with house-made sauces. Chicken katsu has a crunchy breading and flavorful sauce. Ordering ahead on the app helps skip wait times in a cozy setting.

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 blends serene vibes with unique taiyaki croissants and flavorful garlic wings. Spacious, clean space invites quiet meals and friendly chats. Subtle instrumental music enhances the calm, cozy atmosphere.

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."

"They treated us to a taste of their new desserts on the house."

"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 spot shines with self-serve banchan bar and lively K-pop vibes. Large, shareable katsu meals and fresh cold spicy noodles highlight the Japanese menu. Modern decor and a giant cow statue create a family-friendly atmosphere perfect for relaxed dining.

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 marinated ribs were tender and flavorful."

"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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Ramen restaurant

Small, cozy spot with tight seating and uncomfortable wooden chairs creates a packed vibe. Offers vegan ramen alongside rich tonkotsu broth and tender pork. Music by Brent Faiyaz and Sza adds to the local hybrid ramen style experience.

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 ramen and tonkatsu curry here is phenomenal."

"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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Japanese restaurant

Small space fills quickly, creating a lively vibe with large ramen bowls and inexpensive sushi. Spicy ramen and riceless Japanese burrito rolls stand out. Fresh, quick sushi and affordable prices make it great for casual meals with friends or family.

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."

"It's a warm and cozy atmosphere with delicious food."

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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Sushi restaurant

Open layout and modern decor create a lively, noisy spot with loud music. Fresh fish makes sushi high quality and ramen is served fast. All-you-can-eat options attract families and groups for a casual meal.

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 seafood here is so fresh, it just melts in your mouth."

"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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