Izumi Hibachi Steak House

***2 1/2 stars*** I've driven past this place on 23 a gazillion times, and...there's a reason it's never occurred to me before now to stop in. It honestly looks pretty shady/decrepit (though looks CAN be deceiving) and has an equally suspect hotel next to it that could easily find itself the centerpiece of a true crime doc. But it WAS open on Jan 1, we needed a lunch spot after the First of the Year hike, and one chum in particular had a hibachi hankering. So off we went. I'm trying to be as diplomatic as I can, but it's honestly in massive need of upgrades throughout the establishment. Beyond the outdated decor (the bar was ROUGH looking), it smelled like cleaning products in most areas, and that was pretty obviously because they decided to do their cleaning during normal business hours

Upon entering, the place didn't make a good impression. It was clear that its best years were behind it. Despite having a reservation for a specific time, we had to wait around 30 minutes before being shown to our table. The restaurant has a rather extensive menu. We decided on the hibachi grill, both adults and children. The drink menu was a bit limited. Fortunately, it turned out that we could order drinks off-menu since they have a bar. From the moment we ordered, we had to wait another 15 minutes for our drinks and appetizers, watching and envying other people's food. So, the initial impressions were poor. The appetizers were okay but without an explosion of flavor, and what's more, they were served in plastic dishes. From the time we were seated until the chef arrived, we waited about

Have been going here every year for birthdays for years. The chef was amazing. The food was great. I tried to order more drinks multiple times, no one would stop to take out order after the first time. Couldn't add more food. I asked for them to sing happy birthday to my son and they brought out dessert without singing. Only when we went back up a 2nd time they then brought my son a 2nd ice cream and one person sang. I would understand if it was crowded but it was not.

I can’t believe how terrible my experience was tonight no-show no personality didn’t listen to anything I told him. I took my mom and my sister here who were visiting from out of state. It was quite frankly embarrassing and unfortunately, I don’t want hibachi for a really long time if ever again, the only person that was nice was the waitress. The way the food was being served left much to be desired. It was so sloppy, food was everywhere, like a table of toddlers. It was so disgusting. I have been here in the past and never have I seen the restaurant empty 2 hours before closing. I guess I gm found out why. Keep it moving if you even think of going here. What a disappointment.

Yes it was fantastic. Food was great. Aqeel took good care of us. He explained the menu and made sure our food and experience was great. We will be back again and again. Thanks for great experience 👍