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Cafe Japengo
Located at the Golden Triangle, Café Japengo is renowned for both fabulous Sushi and incredible fusion creations that combine Japanese and Western flavors. The energetic atmosphere and the trendy clientele make it make it a 'must' when visiting San Diego. Gluten free menus and Express Sushi Lunch Bento box available now.
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121 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 121 reviews
5 stars
(51)
4 stars
(48)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(52)
- special occasion(43)
- good for groups(32)
- hot spot(27)
- great for lunch(21)
- neighborhood gem(20)
Cafe Japengo Reviews List
Review 1 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, nice location
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Honestly, I can say only positive things about Japengo. The restaurant located very close to highway, but still facing the little quiet street. Service people were friendly and professional. Food was tasty. I also loved the decorations and our cozy booth. It's a bit pricey but really good choice for special occasions."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Favorite sushi
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I used to live in San Diego and when I moved away I was sad to leave Japengo! Thrilled to eat there again as its always been and still is one of my favorite restaurants!"
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great food, slowish service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the food is great. sushi is very fresh and not overpriced. the duck dish was great also. the fried rice was bountiful and delicious. the service was indeed slower; I think they just need more servers per tables, or the kitchen's slammed, or something. Anyway, I enjoyed this place."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food good, waiter good, hostess bad
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This is a good restaurant, food is awesome. This is why is expensive. However, can't understand why does anyone has to put up with the hostess?"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Yum!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent food! The spicy seaweed salad is a gem.
Outstanding service! Knowledgeable staff with good recommendations. Rachel was attentive at the right time and allowed us space to leisurely savor the food.
Outstanding service! Knowledgeable staff with good recommendations. Rachel was attentive at the right time and allowed us space to leisurely savor the food.
Would definitely return for more."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
La Jolla "Rolls"
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great presentation and wonderfully fresh. Best rolls I've found in quite a while."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 7 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Meh
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Server confusion - they didn't have the server responsibility areas defined well so at one point we had three different people asking to take our drink orders within a 3 minute time frame and later we sat with empty glasses for over 20 minutes before we could get someone to come over. Sushi was ok but have had much better elsewhere. Bass was too high, music wasn't that loud (although the playlist repeated three times while we were there) but you could feel the bass vibrations through the table."
Dined on 5/05/2013
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Review 8 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good Chinese and Japanese food located directly across from our hotel. Excellent service by our waitress."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 9 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
a little bit too expensive
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"An exceptional service, but the sushi is not outstanding compare with the prices."
Dined on 2/23/2013
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Review 10 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Coworker and I took a client to lunch. Good and location are great. Only issue was that our service was lacking. We sat outside for lunch and the bartender was both the bartender and our waiter which meant I had to walk back inside to get the refills we were promised 10 min later. But I will be back and just hope that this was a one off."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Our waiter kept forgetting
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our waiter kept forgetting to bring items we ordered. Not impressed by service."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 12 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
sonia
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"the sushi was delicious, the the waitstaff was on point. my husband and I were there to celebrate our anniversary. Very casual and lots of kids (which made me think of my kids on my romantic anniversary dinner. the layout is a bit off, but after a drink the all the energetic noise went away. I would eat sushi here again."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 13 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was delicious. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was delicious. The smoked salmon sashimi and yellow tail sahimi were incredible. The fried rice and protein role were good. The server was very nice."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 14 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
best food that is right next
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"best food that is right next to Hyatt hotel"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
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Review 15 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not wowed!!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Entire experience started off negatively. Hostess was not very friendly and did not welcome you to the restaurant. Permeated a bad attitude. She seemed put off by having to seat us. Ambiance is the best feature of the this restaurant with nice decor. Server was good but I'm not sure how responsibilities were divided between the server and busboy. Had to ask for a refill for coffee post dinner. When I asked for a refill the busboy looked at my cup as if to inspect it to see how much had been consumed. Dinner was good and had a sushi roll as an appetizer, but the fish did not seem that fresh. Roll tasted stale as if it had been pre-made or had been sitting out too long. Overall, this is a hip, chic restaurant with no wow factor."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
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Review 16 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Fantastic food, awful waiter.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Fantastic food, awful waiter. Terrible mixed drinks."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2008
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Review 17 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Best Sushi place in SD!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Highly recommend this restaurant, the food is of the highest quality and the service is phenomenal absolutely love the ambiance! If you are ever in SD make sure you stop and check it out, especially if you are a sushi lover like myself. Every person and group that I have take here have always returned and rave about it to this day."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 18 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tuesday night is a great time
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tuesday night is a great time to go - low key, not that crowded and the service is excellent."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, romantic
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Review 19 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best sushi in town. Expensive,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Best sushi in town. Expensive, you will not pay less than $40pp but worth the splurge. My favorite roll is the red dragon, crunchy and sweet. The salmon sashimi is uber fresh."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good food and great service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good food and great service. The food is not cheap but if you get a chance to visit during Happy Hours, you can get good food/sushi for good price"
Dined on 03/26/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 21 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Sushi Bar is great. The roll
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Sushi Bar is great. The roll election is varied , not too many fried things-lots of light, ponzu-y rolls . They have most every thing one could want. Good martinis, good cserver, friendly chefs that have stayed for some time; stability in staff a good sign!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 22 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great sushi! Great tea."
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 23 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
OpenTable Diner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 24 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The various sushi rolls were
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The various sushi rolls were very good as expected. Server also recommended a reasonably priced saki to try which was outstanding. Overall experience was an 8 out of 10 with the value and slightlt slow service preventing a more perfect experience. Would recommend for special occassions"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2009
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 25 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We mainly stuck to sushi as
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We mainly stuck to sushi as we were pretty tired after a long day of air travel. The sushi was outstanding and our server was friendly, efficient and knowledgable. The menu is quite extensive for those with more energy."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 26 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Try Something New
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Clean, crisp food presentation. Enjoy dinner at the sushi bar. The food was divine! Try the Fifty Fifty and Red Dragon Roll!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 27 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Never disappoints
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Japengo's never disappoints. Went for an office lunch and the food was yummy as usual. This is a place we rely on and it's met our expectations 100% of the time for all of the many, many times we've been there over the years. Excellent in every way, always. If they ever close we'll be heartbroken."
Dined on 03/12/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food, horrible service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had planned our trip around this dinner because of the rave review but our server was so rude. The food was really good, the service was bad. We felt he was so rushed he never stopped by to ask how our food was or if we needed anything. We actually had to flag down the busser and order things from him, we ended up tipping him because we felt he was more attentive.
Also, the original server was not able to tell us if the rolls we small or large. Thank god we ordered one each because they were large enough for one. We also asked how they compared to Station Sushi, a local sushi place down teh road, and he had no idea what it was. We expected more from the Hyatt, wish I would have gone to the other places next door."
Also, the original server was not able to tell us if the rolls we small or large. Thank god we ordered one each because they were large enough for one. We also asked how they compared to Station Sushi, a local sushi place down teh road, and he had no idea what it was. We expected more from the Hyatt, wish I would have gone to the other places next door."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2013
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Review 29 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Quality of food & service changed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have been a big fan of Cafe Japengo and their food for the last 10 years. But recently, things changed. I had friends and family visiting this past week and went there twice with two different small groups. The first time we sat at the sushi bar; the food was excellent but the service was terribly slow. The next time, the service was again slow and the food was poor quality. I've always felt that Japengos prided themselves in the high quality of their food and service. It has been the *only* place I go for sushi in the San Diego area because of quality so it's very disappointing to see that quality is no longer a priority. I may give them one more chance but if I have the same experience, I won't be going there in the future."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2008
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 30 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing sushi!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Fabulous food, atmosphere, service.... Everything was great!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
It was okay; almost overcharged
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went for a girl's night out and our service and food was just okay. Definitely not worth the price. Plus if we hadn't looked at our bill closely we wouldn't have realized they overcharged us (in a big way) for one of our entrees - and the server was not very apologetic about it. I can't say I'll go back. I had way better service and food there over a year ago, so it seems like they are on the decline. I can't recommend it."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
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Review 32 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food was excellent. They
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was excellent. They have a gluten-free menu available. Only complaint was the noise level and the background music they played."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 33 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good but service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good but service timing was somewhat off. My first time. Wife had been a couple of times before with work. We will return."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 34 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Terrific UTC Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I am a regular at Cafe Japengo. Though I almost always have sushi (thank you, Jerry!), sometimes at the sushi bar and sometimes at a table, the other food is great, too. Not the normal fare, but creatively prepared. At lunch I always have the Republic of Tea green tea with pomegranate. In the evening, drinks are generously proportioned.
This is a great place for lunch or dinner. If noise bothers you, especially on Thursday nights, try a booth in the back.
Lunch has self-parking in the garage (terrific!) and evening valet. Allow an extra five to ten minutes to arrive on time because valet parking is serving four restaurants!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 35 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
I asked them for a special occasion
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I asked them for a special occasion (my son's birthday) but they did not do anything! We didn't get any special treatment not even "HAPPY BIRTHDAY". I was looking forward to a special event for my son Daniele :( I'm very sorry for this dinner! A very bad experience!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2008
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Review 36 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food here was outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food here was outstanding and some of the best sushi I have had the pleasure of experiencing. The wait staff was top notch and great with helping you decide which roll is best for you. Wish I had one closer to where I live!"
Dined on 02/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
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5
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Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
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5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent service. Large servings of food - Ahi Tuna was terrific and served with a wonderful black risotto! Good vegetarian options as well.
A little too noisy for a business dinner."
Dined on 02/21/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 38 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great food...not really over
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"great food...not really over the top fantastic for the price. good vibe and fun place to go with friends or a fun friday out. Don't get me wrong, the food is great, you just pay for location and the cool spot."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2010
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Review 39 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I have been to this resturant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I have been to this resturant so many times and even though the menu has changed significantly, the food is outstanding. Menu items have changed but the staff made the old items and that was a pleasure."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2011
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Review 40 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very good sushi, fun drinks.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very good sushi, fun drinks. Our group of girls had a lovely dinner!"
Dined on 02/13/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 41 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Cafe Japengo was really good.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Cafe Japengo was really good. We ordered bunch of stuff and all of it was awesome."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 42 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
They tailored some dishes
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"They tailored some dishes to make it Vegetarian. The service was very good and the waitress that we got was very sweet. The appetizers and the main course was ok but the dessert was amazing. Overall a very pleasant experience on Valentine's day."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 43 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Sat at the Sushi bar. Great
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Sat at the Sushi bar. Great service from the chef as well as the "side server" James. Tootsie Roll was my favorite. My husband got the Kama cheek. $8.50...it was HUGE. Best deal in town! Not sure if that fish just had a really big cheek or what! We ordered a ton of other stuff too...everything was top notch and they packed our left overs with ice since we were going to the movies."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 44 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Blissful
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a wonderful light lunch of mussels in lemongrass and coconut milk. It's a beautiful place, the mussels were perfect, our server Evie was so gracious and friendly, and we will be back."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 45 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The number of the floor staff
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The number of the floor staff was far less than needed. I needed to stand up and walk to the counter, asking additional plates, e.tc. by myself for my table more than a few times. Some of the staff were helpful in arranging additional space to keep our tea pot, e.t.c., and answering questions. However, we needed to walk to the counter to get attention to us in the middle of dinner. I think their attitudes were all friendly (particularly the main waitress for our table), but NOT helpful (particularly the main waitress for our table, unfortunately) in terms of “serving”. Paying guests should not be "serving” for own table, but rather wanted to relax, enjoy conversation and food.... We missed that opportunity, unfortunately."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2013
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Review 46 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love their different selection
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love their different selection of Asian influences,"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 47 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Sushi good, other food not good.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I tried (according to the server) the two most popular dishes - the tomatillo hot and sour soup, and the miso black cod. Both were not that great and I wouldn't order them again. The soup was strangely flavored, and a bit bitter. The fish was bland and didn't have very much flavor. It was a disappointment, since I do not eat sushi. Also, the basil peach mojito had neither peach, nor basil, and it had mint in it - yet I was assured this was the correct drink. I wouldn't order that again either. However, my companions enjoyed their sushi, and felt that the sushi was excellent. I won't be back though, because the non-sushi food was quite lacking."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2007
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Review 48 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our experience (as usual)
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Our experience (as usual) was awesome! We were pleasantly greeted by our favorite hostess Emmy (very pleasant!) and were excited to experience the new and improved menu. The food and service were outstanding, and we look forward to our next visit. Thank you Cafe Japengo!!!"
Dined on 01/30/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 49 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
very disappointed with the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"very disappointed with the service. no complaints about the food. I wouldn't recommend this spot to anyone... if you are going to spend a lot of money on fod, why not go to Trulucks next door."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2009
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Review 50 for Cafe Japengo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were there for the last day of the second week of Restaurant Week and really enjoyed the food. The waiter was very nice and accomodating. He was very firendly and gave us great advice.
Only negative was that we showed up 20 minutes early on our reservation and had to wait standing as they did not have a place to sit. The receptionist could have been more friendly in the way we were treated."
Only negative was that we showed up 20 minutes early on our reservation and had to wait standing as they did not have a place to sit. The receptionist could have been more friendly in the way we were treated."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2007
Special Features: special occasion
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