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1. O Ya
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 654-9900
Category:
Japanese
Neighbourhoods: Waterfront, Leather District, South Boston
o ya is one of the best Japanese restaurants I've been to in the U.S., and by far my favorite restaurant in Boston (no other place even comes close). I've been to o ya several times and never want my meal to end...so many menu options, so much…More »
2. Urasawa
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
(310) 247-8939
Category:
Japanese
Neighbourhood: Beverly Hills
The food was great overall, but what really made Urasawa stand out was the happy and friendly demeanor of Chef Hiro Urasawa . At most established sushi restaurants, the head chef is usually quite formal and stern. However, Hiro-san warmly introduced…More »
3. Tataki
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 931-1182
Category:
Sushi Bars
Neighbourhoods: Lower Pac Heights, Pacific Heights
Although San Francisco literally has hundreds of sushi restaurants, Tataki is one of the few that has *really* good uni (which is why this was my 2nd dinner here in a month). Their tataki and nigiri items are fantastic, the calamari is a must, and…More »
4. Shin-Sen-Gumi Hakata Ramen
What's unique about this restaurant is you can choose the level of richness/oiliness you want for your broth, the firmness of your noodles, and the array of toppings for your ramen.
The tonkotsu (pork bone) broth was great. I ordered the 'light oil'…More »
5. Ramen Dojo
Why do I always find myself driving down to San Mateo for good ramen? With gas prices so high, I wish there were better options in the city.
Ramen Dojo is a tiny place with about 7 tables and a few seats along the counter. Thus, there is inevitably…More »
6. Benkyodo Co.
San Francisco, CA 94115
(415) 922-1244
Category:
Bakeries
Neighbourhoods: Japantown, Lower Pac Heights, Pacific Heights
This is the BEST MOCHI place that I've found outside of Japan. They sell their fresh, daily-made mochi at a counter inside of a tiny diner. It's an odd place for mochi, but who cares if it helps contribute to their reasonable prices ($1.00-$1.50…More »
7. Kata Robata Sushi & Grill
Houston, TX 77098
(713) 526-8858
Categories:
Sushi Bars,
Japanese
Neighbourhood: Upper Kirby
Kata Robata is probably the best Japanese food that I've had in Houston. Lots of good dishes filled with flavor, which would be even better with a bit of refining (I'd give it 3.5 stars if I could).
On the flipside, the service needs work, and the…More »
8. Himawari
Lesson learned - Stick with the classic pork ramen at Himawari and you're golden.
I love clam miso soup, so I thought the Asari (Clam) Shio Butter Ramen would be interesting. Sadly, the broth didn't have any of that rich clam flavor. It was drowned in…More »
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San Francisco, CA
Yelping SinceApril 2010
Things I Loveuni, all Japanese food, Saga & Kobe beef, french fries, foie gras, red wine, stinky blue cheese, Grand Marnier souffles
My Blog Or Website When I'm Not Yelping...stuffing my face or on a plane...sometimes both
The Last Great Book I ReadThe Girl with the Dragon Tattoo
My Last Meal On EarthAlain Ducasse Plaza Athénée AND Sushi Mizutani chefs' tasting...it is my last!
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...I can't resist eating packaged ramen when I get home late...what MSG?!
Current Crushmy loving hubby