Small interior with dim lighting creates a warm and welcoming but sometimes crowded atmosphere during lunch. Easy-going vibe suits families despite cluttered seating and limited space. Ordering food first and then finding a seat is typical due to high demand.
Won Ton soup offers a warm, comforting option with a decent flavor. Miso soup and other varieties like shrimp lo mein come alongside, showing a range of classic Asian soups available.
Sushi features thick nigiri with options like tuna, albacore, hamachi, and ikura. The menu also includes spicy salmon hand rolls and cooked Asian dishes beyond sushi.
"The sushi here is fresh, delicious, and super-sized."
"The lunch spot food is delicious, with amazing quality and taste."
"I found the soup here to be the best in town."
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Parking can be difficult at lunch.
Customers must order their food first and then find a seat.
Dinner portions are standard 16oz takeout cartons with rice.
Cozy Japanese restaurant with wood and traditional decorations creates a warm, inviting atmosphere that feels like a family-run spot in Japan. Comfortable seating and a popular sushi bar encourage casual interaction. Known for authentic Japanese comfort food and fresh, high-quality sushi.
Pork miso soup stands out as a warm choice, especially on cold evenings. The 3 mushroom soup also offers a rich, delicious flavor alongside other hot soups like miso.
Fresh sashimi like salmon, yellowtail, and clam stands out with quality cuts not common elsewhere. Hot plates such as Okonomiyaki, Katsu Curry, and sukiyaki udon offer rich, authentic flavors with tender meats and well-balanced broths.
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Parking is available but can be challenging to find during busy times.
Reservations are not accepted, so expect to wait during peak hours.
The restaurant only accepts up to two cards for splitting the bill.
Huge Korean grocery store with spacious food court featuring about eight vendors and a small French bakery. Crowded aisles make maneuvering carts difficult, but the place offers an outstanding selection of authentic Asian foods and fresh seafood. Walls display maker-inspired graphics, adding a unique visual touch.
Options include spicy tofu soup, soondae soup, and pork soup. Korean favorites like jjajangmyeon and naengmyeon come with hearty broths.
Fresh sushi and a solid selection of Ramen stand out here. Yakisoba, udon noodles, and beef options are easy to find, though California rolls taste quite fishy.
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H Mart Balboa offers a large selection of Korean food and snacks.
Parking can be challenging at times.
The store is clean and well-organized.
Lively sushi house with casual local vibe and loud indoor seating that challenges conversation. Multiple seating areas include a shaded outdoor space with casual Japanese decor and a bar area popular for watching sports. Offers affordable sushi with fresh options and generous portions.
Miso soup stands out with minimum salt and a fantastic flavor. It often comes with bento boxes priced at $11 during weekdays.
Sushi here is fresh and offers unique rolls with Mexican flavors like lemon, cilantro, mango, and tajin. Prices stay affordable while delivering consistently good taste.
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Sushi Deli 3 has a 90-minute seating limit.
Expect a 30-minute wait during peak dinner hours.
Parking is limited and may require a short walk.
Ramen restaurant offers traditional sushi bar seating and a clean, peaceful atmosphere with authentic Japanese vibes. The place draws a steady crowd with no wait times and ample parking. It stands out for highly customizable ramen options and a quiet, welcoming environment.
Soup features a shio base that feels light and refreshing. It avoids the oily heaviness common in other ramen, offering flavors like mapo tofu, hot and sour, and green chili shio ramen.
Ramen here stands out for its super flavorful broth that stays light, with highlights like the spicy Tan Tan Ramen and shoyu ramen. Tonkatsu with chashu pork and pan-fried gyoza match authentic Japanese quality.
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The restaurant offers a summer special for cold ramen, ending on 08/31.
Toppings are extra, costing at least $2 each.
Parking is easy and plentiful.
Asian restaurant offers a cozy atmosphere with a retro-inspired decor and great music. The space feels clean and inviting, attracting a busy crowd. Ordering and payment happen upfront, creating a straightforward dining flow.
Soup dumplings burst with unique, flavorful fillings and rich broth. Braised beef noodle soup offers a complex, flavorful broth with tender beef shank and fresh pickled mustard greens. Ramen soups feature super complex broths that stand out.
Ramen here stands out with its rich and savory broth and perfectly cooked noodles. The Spicy Deluxe Paiko Ramen offers a crispy breaded chicken paired with a thick, flavorful broth that balances heat and savoriness well.
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Customers order themselves through their phones using a QR code on each table.
Prepaying for food is common here, which is unusual for sit-down restaurants.
Parking is challenging around the area, so plan accordingly.
Small, cramped space with authentic Japanese style and checklist order forms on tables. Atmosphere includes loud ambient music and noticeable cigar smoke odor from nearby businesses. Busy environment that fills quickly, requiring early arrival or reservation.
Tonkotsu ramen soup offers an authentic flavor that recalls Japan. The soup base is generally excellent, though sometimes served a bit too warm, and the tantanmen soup tends to be pasty rather than soupy.
Tonkotsu ramen stands out with rich, flavorful broth and tender noodles. The menu also includes gyoza and fried chicken, paired well with ramuné soda for a classic Japanese meal.
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Reservations are highly recommended to avoid long wait times.
The restaurant closes from 2 to 5 PM, so plan accordingly.
Expect a long wait, especially if you arrive after 2 PM.
Spacious sushi restaurant with well spaced tables and large TV screens showing cultural and sports content. Atmosphere stays pleasant and chill with moderate music volume, supporting easy conversation. The vibe blends a modern, clean style with a fun anime theme, welcoming groups of all sizes.
Unlimited sashimi and a solid nigiri selection stand out here. The sushi is fresh with plenty of variety and good quality throughout.
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The all-you-can-eat option costs $30, offering a wide variety of sushi.
Lunch service does not include a menu on weekends or holidays.
Sushi orders come in full rolls of 8 pieces, providing good value.
Modern Korean-style sushi restaurant pulses with K-pop music and videos, creating an energetic, lively atmosphere. Bright, loud space combines karaoke rooms and a bar, attracting groups looking for fun nights out. Tables feature call buttons for quick service, enhancing convenience amid vibrant energy.
Miso soup comes out delicious and the seafood noodle soup S6 stands out as amazing. Some soups, like the fish cake and pork, can be on the sweeter side.
Fresh sushi and Korean dishes combine with crispy fried rice and delicious miso soup. The Pink Panda roll features perfectly fried shrimp tempura and fresh fish, offering flavorful, well-presented plates.
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The karaoke room costs $40 with a minimum of one hour, and charges start after every 10 minutes.
Parking is challenging, but there is a dedicated parking lot right out front.
Happy hour runs from 5pm to 8pm Sunday through Thursday.
Casual Japanese restaurant with retro 60s-70s decor and a laid-back atmosphere featuring loud eclectic music including 90s, 2000s, and island styles. Outdoor seating welcomes dogs and offers sunlit dining. Portions are generous and affordable, creating a relaxed, unpretentious vibe.
Miso soup stands out with its exceptional flavor and quality above typical restaurant versions. Service includes attentive timing, serving soup first and preparing for the next dish promptly.
Fusion Japanese and Korean cuisine shines with crispy tonkatsu and comforting curry dishes. Sushi and ramen come out fresh, with fried sushi offering a crispy outside and soft inside texture.
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Happy hour runs every day from 3 to 6 pm with great drink prices.
The dinner for two costs less than $20, making it very affordable.
Expect large portion sizes, perfect for sharing.