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Japanese restaurant

Cozy spot with authentic ramen and generous portions offers a calm vibe and beautiful wall art. Solid booths make it great for groups. Quiet music keeps the atmosphere relaxing while you enjoy rich broth flavors.

Ramen stands out with authentic Japanese flavors and a rich, well-crafted broth. The shoyu ramen and tan tan ramen with amazing tare highlight the menu, alongside chicken katsu buns.

People are saying

"The ramen here is rich, legit, and better than instant."

"I found the ramen here to be truly authentic Japanese."

"The ramen here is rich, comforting, and delicious Japanese food."

Good to know

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The menu offers a fantastic variety of authentic Japanese dishes.

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Expect generous portions at reasonable prices.

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The restaurant maintains a high standard of cleanliness.

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Japanese restaurant

Cozy spot with fresh sushi and authentic desserts offers a quiet, intimate vibe thanks to a reservation-only policy. Minimalist decor with Japanese art enhances the peaceful feel. Ramen and teriyaki salmon deliver full, rich flavors.

Sushi here is fresh, thick-cut, and rivals California quality. Sashimi and teriyaki salmon come out delicious, and ramen offers a full flavor experience.

People are saying

"The food here is so fresh and delicious."

"The Japanese food here is so fresh, the sushi melts like butter."

"It's a hidden gem for authentic sushi and delicious sweets."

Good to know

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Reservations are required to dine in, so call ahead.

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Expect to pay around $60-70 for two people.

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The restaurant is family-owned and run by a lovely couple.

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Sushi restaurant

Sushi shines with phenomenal quality and fresh ingredients. Cozy space offers comfortable seating and a full bar. Kids enjoy special treats, making it a family-friendly spot with a fun, consistent vibe.

Sushi stands out with phenomenal quality and consistent freshness. The menu includes fun twists like goetta ramen and hot stone bowls alongside classic sushi.

People are saying

"The sushi here is phenomenal, especially the crunch munch roll."

"The Korean BBQ here is amazing and plentiful."

"They offered excellent vegetarian options."

Good to know

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Parking is available in a lot right next to the restaurant.

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The menu includes a wide variety of dishes like sushi, ramen, and Korean BBQ.

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Prices are very reasonable, with meals averaging under sixty dollars for two.

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Japanese restaurant

Traditional tatami seating and authentic Japanese flair create a calm, homey vibe. Sushi features fresh, high-quality fish like smoky mackerel nigiri and rich toro. Groups enjoy lively, intimate spaces with well-priced, flavorful dishes like Tonkotsu ramen.

Sushi here is truly authentic with fresh, high-quality fish like mackerel nigiri that has a hint of smoke and rich toro. The Rainbow roll and sushi sets feature fresh, well-prepared ingredients, and the Tonkotsu ramen comes with excellent pork.

People are saying

"I found the Japanese cuisine here to be very authentic and traditional."

"I found the menu unique with many dishes I'd never tried before."

"The Japanese food here is authentic, fresh, and delicious."

Good to know

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Reservations are not required but arriving early is recommended to avoid long waits.

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The restaurant offers a variety of authentic Japanese dishes beyond just sushi.

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Expect to pay around $175 for a meal for two, which is considered reasonable.

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Sushi restaurant

Sushi shines with fresh dragon roll and spicy ramen. Cozy space in an 1840 building offers a calm, friendly vibe. Unique drinks like peach Bellini and Boba Sake-Tini complete the experience.

Sushi stands out with fresh and delicious quality, especially the dragon roll and spicy ramen. Specialty cocktails like the peach Bellini and Boba Sake-Tini add unique flavors not found elsewhere.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here, especially the sushi, is outstanding and fresh."

"The atmosphere here is super chill and relaxing."

"I considered this place a hidden gem in the small town."

Good to know

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Parking is available across the street from ZOZO'S.

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The menu includes a variety of Asian dishes, tacos, and sushi.

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Prices at ZOZO'S are reasonable for the portion sizes.

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Bright decor with live plants creates a cozy, peaceful vibe. Sushi features super fresh rolls like salmon and tempura. Soft praise and worship music adds a unique spiritual touch, making it perfect for quiet meals.

Sushi stands out with super fresh and well-prepared rolls like salmon and tempura. The menu also offers gluten-free ramen noodles and dishes like Korean fried chicken and teriyaki chicken.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing, delicious, and tasty."

"The dinner spots here have flavorful, refreshing bubble tea and crisp egg rolls."

"The Burmese tea leaves salad is unique and flavorful."

Good to know

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The restaurant accepts cash only, with a surcharge for card payments.

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Expect smaller portion sizes for the price compared to other Asian restaurants.

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The restaurant features unique dishes from the owners' home province of Chin, Burma.

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Restaurant

Outdoor patio with jungle-themed decor sets a lively mood with live acoustic and DJ music. Ramen shines with rich broth and tender noodles, featuring a unique birria twist. Spacious seating and barside phone chargers add comfort amid the energetic vibe.

Ramen stands out with a rich, flavorful broth and tender noodles. The birria ramen offers a unique twist that combines hearty spices with traditional Japanese flavors.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious and perfectly seasoned."

"The patio setup here is beautiful, with twinkling lights."

"The ramen here is so good, I highly recommend it."

Good to know

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Taco Tuesday offers 20% off food, making it a popular night to visit.

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A DJ and custom hat making are featured during special event nights.

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Food must be ordered at the window, allowing for flexible group orders.

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Chinese restaurant

Wooden art and heavy tables create a warm, inviting space. Freshly made sushi offers consistent quality and pairs well with hot sour soup. Authentic Chinese flavors come in generous portions at affordable prices.

Sushi comes freshly made and made to order with consistent quality. The menu includes hot sour soup that pairs well on cold days.

People are saying

"The takeout here is amazing, piping hot, and fresh."

"The sushi here is routinely excellent and made fresh."

"I love this place for Japanese food; it's my favorite takeout."

Good to know

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Carry out is an option and doesn't disappoint.

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The prices at New Garden are more than fair.

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The portions are very generous, often leading to leftovers.

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Asian grocery store

Small, clean store offers fresh sushi and poke bowls with a family-run feel. Friendly owners provide unique ingredients and bubble tea to complement Japanese dishes. Prices stay fair, making it a great spot for Asian groceries and snacks.

Fresh sushi and seaweed salad are available alongside poke bowls. The spot also offers boba tea to complement the Japanese food options.

People are saying

"I found so many quality Asian foods and ingredients here."

"The Japanese food here is served by super kind and friendly owners."

"I found this Asian grocery store to be the best around."

Good to know

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The store offers a variety of products, including noodles, sauces, seasonings, and snacks.

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Prices are generally fair, making it a budget-friendly option for Asian groceries.

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The store is well organized between the freezer and shelf dry goods section.

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Sushi restaurant

Cozy sushi spot shines with fresh sushi and pork ramen that impress. Neon lights and local art create a lively atmosphere. Sip on a Maki Mule while enjoying lofi-jazz tunes in a clean, welcoming space.

Sushi here is consistently good with reasonable prices and generous portions. The pork ramen, gyoza, and agedashi tofu stand out as delicious Japanese dishes.

People are saying

"The pork ramen's broth was the best Japanese food I've had."

"The staff here is so friendly and passionate about the food."

"The atmosphere here is so cozy and friendly."

Good to know

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Maki Mono Covington offers sushi, adobo, chicken, ramen, and other dishes.

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The lunch katsu has a generous portion for $10.

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Parking can be confusing and difficult, so plan accordingly.

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Small space with a big fish tank sets a unique scene. Loud hibachi shows add exciting energy like a lively party. Sushi shines with fantastic quality and beautiful presentation, making it perfect for families.

Sushi quality stands out with beautiful presentation and flavors that melt in your mouth. The hibachi cooking adds an entertaining touch, making the Japanese food experience both delicious and engaging.

People are saying

"The hibachi experience here is very fun and entertaining."

"The salads here are delicious and generously portioned."

"The staff here are great with kids, making it really Kid Friendly."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended, especially on busy nights like weekends.

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An 18% gratuity is automatically added for parties of six or more.

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Expect longer wait times for the hibachi experience due to high demand.

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Asian restaurant

Japanese-style decor creates a calm vibe with stylish wall motifs and Asian touches. Tonkotsu ramen shines with strong pork flavor and gentle spice. Affordable real Japanese dishes like gyoza and takoyaki offer authentic tastes in a clean, charming space.

Tonkotsu ramen offers a gentle spiciness and subtle herbs with a strong pork flavor. Real Japanese dishes like gyoza, takoyaki, and katsudon come at affordable prices and deliver authentic tastes.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious."

"I found the food here to be truly authentic, reminding me of being back in Japan."

"The Japanese food, especially the ramen, is excellent and flavorful."

Good to know

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Expect a 30-minute wait during busy weekend dinner times.

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The restaurant opens at 4:30 PM, not 4 PM as stated online.

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Prices range from $10 to $20 for most entrees.

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Restaurant

Cozy spot with a friendly vibe and calm pace. Sushi shines with half-price deals on Wednesdays and many options for picky eaters. Bar area offers a great place to enjoy soju alongside authentic Korean and Japanese dishes.

Offers a great variety of sushi with many options that suit picky eaters. Also serves ramen, kimchi soup, and edamame that are flavorful. Sushi prices include half-price deals on Wednesdays.

People are saying

"I drove 30 minutes for this awesome, fresh Japanese food."

"I used to love coming here for date nights."

"This place is kid friendly, with lots of options for picky eaters."

Good to know

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Half-price sushi deals are available on Wednesdays.

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Prices are very reasonable for the quality of food offered.

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The portions are large and satisfying.

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Japanese restaurant

Robots deliver food, adding a futuristic touch to a cozy, family-friendly space with warm decor. Fresh sushi shines, especially the all-you-can-eat option, alongside tasty Godzilla roll and chicken katsu. Miso soup rounds out the meal perfectly.

Fresh and delicious sushi stands out here, especially the all-you-can-eat sushi option. The deep fried Godzilla roll and chicken katsu add variety, while the amazing Miso soup complements the meal well.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious."

"The all-you-can-eat sushi here is unbeatable and a great deal."

"The all-you-can-eat Japanese food here is an unbeatable deal."

Good to know

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Prices for the all-you-can-eat option start at $30 per person.

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An 18% gratuity is automatically added to your bill without prior notice.

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The restaurant enforces a no food waste policy, allowing only up to 5 pieces of sushi to remain on the plate.

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Seafood restaurant

Outdoor seating offers a stunning river view and city skyline at sunset. Sushi shines with fresh taste and quick service, while soup dumplings and Mongolian chicken add variety. Casual vibe blends with fine dining food and pet-friendly patio with music.

Sushi stands out with its fresh taste and quick service. Soup dumplings and Mongolian chicken add variety to the Japanese food options.

People are saying

"The food here was amazing and packed with flavor."

"The seafood boil recommendation was wonderful."

"The Japanese food, especially the soup dumplings, was amazing."

Good to know

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Happy hour offers $4 draft beer from 4-6pm on weekdays.

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Reservations are recommended for special events like the Valentine's Day burlesque show.

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The restaurant has a $55 all-you-can-eat seafood boil on event nights.

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Supermarket offers sushi station and Asian protein bowls for Japanese food lovers. Extensive food stations include salad, soup, and hot meals with a clean, vibrant atmosphere. Upstairs dining features children's race car carts and a cafรฉ serving smoothies and craft sodas.

Sushi station and Asian protein bowls stand out among the Japanese food options. Rice bowls and sushi appear in a dedicated section near produce for easy access.

People are saying

"The bakery here makes gorgeous petit fours and cupcakes."

"The grocery store's deli and bakery selections are awesome and fresh."

"You can get Japanese food like sushi and rice bowls here."

Good to know

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The store is known for its cleanliness and organization.

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Expect a variety of buy one get one free offers during sales.

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Prices are generally higher than competitors like Kroger.

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