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Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Ooka is a groundbreaking Asian restaurant set in the unsuspecting area of Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania. Opened in July of 2009, Ooka is setting the standard for forward thinking Japanese cuisine and gourmet hibachi in Southeasten Pennsylvania. The restaurant is highlighted by warm earth tones, deep banquets, lively hibachi entertainment and dim candlelight atmospherics. Executive Chef Shuji Hiyakawa takes a modern minimalist approach to classical Japanese dishes with utmost thought and attention to purity, simplicity and seasonality. Chef Hiyakawa keeps focus on the constant evolution of Asian cuisine keeping grounded in the classical techniques of Japan. Ooka-Montgomeryville accepts online reservations for parties up to four, please call if you wish to book a larger party or to book one of our hibachi grills.
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77 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 77 reviews
5 stars
(33)
4 stars
(28)
3 stars
(12)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(42)
- fit for foodies(32)
- special occasion(31)
- kid-friendly(21)
- neighborhood gem(19)
- romantic(15)
Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse Reviews List
Review 1 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Birthday Bash
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Went with 8 people for a birthday and everything was GREAT! Can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food, fish over cooked
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We loved the seaweed salad and apps. However, our fish was over done and dried. This is a severe error for a Japanese restaurant."
Dined on 5/14/2013
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Review 3 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Tasty food that takes too long
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is delicious and presented fabulously, but it takes way too long from order to appetizer to main course. As good as the food was, we won't go back."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We had reservations and waited almost a half hour to be seated.....clearly they need to look at their time management.
We ate in the hibachi area. Food is always good there, but I think the food is better in the regular dining room, with that menu.
We come here often and will come back, but probably stick to the dini g room area."
We ate in the hibachi area. Food is always good there, but I think the food is better in the regular dining room, with that menu.
We come here often and will come back, but probably stick to the dini g room area."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Expensive, but service and food, outstanding"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 6 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Unfortunate
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Around 7pm on a Wednesday night, I made reservations for two in the main dining room at our local Ooka restaurant for 8:00 pm. We arrived a few minutes before 8:00 pm, and told we would have to wait 10-15 minutes. 45 minutes later, we were finally sat at a table. While waiting for our drinks to come, we observed a guest get up from her table and complain to a staff member. My boyfriend approached the woman to find out what she had said- her and her husband ordered sushi an hour and 45 minutes ago and were still waiting. As it was out 3 yr anniversary, we didn't want to waste anymore time and went to another restaurant. Making a reservation was pointless. This place is usually great and has delicious food and service. Off their game :("
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 7 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food Lacking flavor
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was plentiful compared with other hibachi restaurants in the area. You won't leave Ooka feeling hungry though. We orderd a sushi roll and tempura appetizer. The sushi was definitely some of the best I've had in the area. While the food was plentiful it lacked in flavor. Not sure if this was due to being combined with a foursome with (2) kids or not, but the food really was lacking flavor. Falling short overall in my opinion. Needed more garlic and seasoning."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 8 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had a nice experience at
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a nice experience at Ooka."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The dessert selection and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The dessert selection and taste was a nice surprise!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 10 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A good local specialty place
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"There were 6 in our party, seated in the Hibachi grill area. The chef was energetic, lively and animated. He prepared the various orders promptly, at the right cooking temperature, flavors and prepared the steaks to each one's liking. The dessert was presented well, balanced on taste, but there were flavors unfamiliar to the palate. Slightly better than other Hibachi grills; did not leave the grease after taste; well vented; a bit noisy than what I'm accustomed to on Thursday evening."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service anyone????
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Being optimistic, we may have just visited Ooka on an "off" night. This being our local Ooka we have dined at Montgomeryville numerous times and this was our first bad experience. While our food was on par, our service was not. We literally did not see our server from the time we placed our order until a fellow diners hibachi partner went to see management regarding our lack of attention. The issue seemed to be short staffing regarding servers and chefs on this brisk Wednesday evening. I literally waited 20 minutes to ask for hot tea water! We will give Ooka another chance as we do enjoy their food but, for the price paid the service issues were inexcusable."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2010
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Review 12 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Fun place..
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice, fun place to celebrate a special occasion."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The hibachi area is wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The hibachi area is wonderful for groups, and a great opportunity to meet others. The cook was excellent and entertaining, and the waitress was very good."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, notable wine list
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Review 14 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing meal for all, kids
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Amazing meal for all, kids and adults!"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
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Review 15 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Amazing food.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food here is AMAZING! Truly nothing is bad! From cocktails to dessert but WAY too loud. Diningroom nice and quiet but the sound level coming from the Hibachi side was out of hand. We were seated well into the dining room and what sounded like yells and whoops from a bacherlorette party at Chippendales was never ending coming from the Hibachi rooms. They REALLY need to close off that area better - try soundproof doors!!! Service can be laggy but we had a good waitress. Runners are another thing. Tried to give us wrong food. When we did get it he barely glanced at table and plopped down a teetering plate almost knocking over glasses - in a total hurry - wasn't even looking at what he was doing. Need more finesse"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 16 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I was disappointed with the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I was disappointed with the hostess. She seemed unfriendly and in a rush. That would not stop me from going back. Food is excellent."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Sushi Supreme
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Some of the best sushi you will find anywhere."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Appetizer for dessert
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Service was poor, my appetizer was served after my meal, Server wasn't very bright."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2008
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Review 19 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Had a very nice time. Took
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a very nice time. Took our time ordering and staff wasn't annoyed that we were in no rush."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Food was overcooked. Slow
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was overcooked. Slow service. Appetizers came out late. Salads didn't come out for over 30 minutes and then the food immediately followed crowding our area."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
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Review 21 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great way to start Valentines !
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"You will want Amanda, as your server, She is the Best !"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Festive but not a Good Value
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Ooka to celebrate my son's 18th birthday. We had a party of 6. I was hoping that with such a large party we would have a private dinner, but we were seated with a party of 3. This obviously changed the dynamic. It was less intimate and quite frankly, less enjoyable. The food was very good. There is nothing like fried rice that has been cooked seconds before serving. The portions of steak are a bit small. If you order the NY Strip steak, you share it with someone else. In other words, if 2 people order the steak, only one goes on the grill. When they cut it up it looks like more, but can leave you a bit unsatisfied."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 23 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great Food; Service Off This Time
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have been several times, have always had a good meal, same for this visit. However, this time, there were some service issues. Admittedly, it was a busy Friday night, there were several large groups, & we arrived about 10 minutes late, however, we had to wait an inordinate amount of time. We were taken Hback 2x, only to turn around. First, there seemed to be a confusion about available tables, second, we were taken to the sushi bar; never asked if we wanted bar & it should have been evident it was not a viable option, as mom walks with cane. Would have been nice if we were offered a free app for our trouble - mgr. only apologized. Also VERY loud. Will return though, as food is very good."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2011
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Review 24 for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
THE BEST HIBACHI!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"THE BEST hibachi in the Philly Suburbs! I have been to a lot of hibachi restaurants and this one is my favorite. Try the sushi appetizers as well, before your hibachi chef arrives at your tables."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Ooka Japanese Sushi & Hibachi Steakhouse
Based on the average of (53) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
8 out of 8 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic