AAA Inspection Details
Overall Score: 2.5
Noteworthy by meeting the industry-leading standards of AAA inspections.
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The dining room, food, and sounds of a language I had no hope of understanding took me back to my travels in Japan. Hard to believe I was in the U.S.
AAA Inspector Notes
Admittedly, the strip center this eatery is located in does not prepare you for the voyage you will take. Once inside, you will be transported to a tiny, authentic izakaya complete with horigotatsu seating. If you are dining alone or as a pair you will likely be guided to the small bar, to better watch the chefs craft preparations of grilled mackerel, takoyaki, pan fried pork belly with soy ginger and ramen noodle bowls. It's an experience, but wear your good socks. Shoes come off at the tables. Guests line up before the doors open due to the very limited seating. Arrive early or you can easily wait up to an hour. If you're stuck at DFW Airport with an extended layover, you may be tempted to do barbecue or steak, but this restaurant is worth the 10-minute drive over.
Price(s)
$8-$20
Location
3028 N Belt Line Rd 75062
More Information
Casual Dining. Dinner served. Beer & wine.
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1234 Street Address City, State 00000
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