Daruma

This is a moment that I would enjoy being able to provide half a star ratings because a 4.5 would be fitting for Daruma. Their food is good and they offer duck, which is different from other nearby competing Japanese steakhouses. The portions are okay, the atmosphere is solid, the service is okay, but the food is good. There is room for improvement in terms of service and the restaurant, but these are things that are manageable. Each time I have visited there was an extended wait, but nothing that lasted hours (less than 30 minutes). I've always gotten the hibachi and their sushi is okay as well. Solid Japanese steakhouse, but there is competition out there.

Dinner with mom and we had a pleasant time. Some room for improvement but overall, good. Warm hostess brought us to a booth and we had an attentive and friendly waiter. Mom chese the chicken udon and I selected the spicy beef. Both came with salad (good salad) and soup (barely warm). Mom's udon was a big portion and she said it was hot and tasty. My beef was tasty but was not hot and I'm definitely confused by the huge pieces of broccoli. At 5:30pm on a weeknight, it wasn't busy and there weren't any hibachi tables going. Just a few diners at booths in the back section.

I've been here for multiple occasions, including birthdays, holidays, and anniversaries, with my family for both Hibachi or just sushi. We went there for one of my birthdays and reserved ahead of time, and I had wished it was a little more extra, like a cake and singing or something, but the waiter just said happy birthday to me and that was it. But all the other times have been awesome. When my husband and I did a combo of our birthday and anniversary here, the chefs did so awesomely and were very entertaining and did a cute display for our birthday and anniversary. Everything from the quality of the food, portions of meals, atmosphere, and service, is great. Especially over the phone, when I spoke with the manager about one of our family events, she was very courteous and professional in explaining the pricing and rules for booking. I highly recommend this place for big parties too.

I’ve eaten here three times now, and each time has been delicious with excellent service. In the evenings they have a pianist in the dining hall which adds to the special experience. Something I’ve learned is that their drinks are strong and their wine pours are large, so be aware if you don’t want to drink too much!