I've been going there forever and it's always going to be one of my favorite restaurants. I have never tried something I didn't like. I always have Hibachi shrimp with a side of Calamari teriyaki. The only less pleasant thing is the manager lady who can be pretty abrupt at times.
I've been here quite a few times for lunch with friends. The service is always very fast. Although the meal is a tad pricey, I always leave completely stuffed. I love the chicken teriyaki as well as the beef with shrimp (surf & turf). Each meal comes with a salad, rice, meat and veggies. You are seated around a grill and watch your chef make your meal right in front of you. Once your food is grilled up, the chef puts heaping portions of steamy goodness right on your plate.
Dinner and a Show!. Delicious Japanese food cooked right in front of you. Great for bigger groups or even couples. If you get a table with some cool people at it, you can make some new friends! Great date spot, definitely worth checking out especially if you want to wow your guests!
Awesome Hibachi Place. When I want to treat myself, I come here. The food is always good. Sometimes, the service is mediocre, but it's easily overlooked. It's somewhat expensive, but totally worth it ! I recommend the squid.
I love this place because the food is great. I wish the decor was nicer, it's definitely needing a reno but service is excellent, good entertainment value and as mentioned, delicious. It's a hidden gem in the basement of an office building with little signage but it's been in Ottawa for many many years and for good reason.
Must experience. Definitely a must! I love seeing fresh food being cooked in front of me!
Great food. I usually go here for lunch - but be warned that it may take long than 1 hour! The service is a bit slower as the place fills up immediately at noon. But the food is ALWAYS good. I love watching my food being cooked in front of me. Recommend!
You have to know what you're getting with Japanese Village. This place has been around a *long* time, and I respect it for not trying to be just another sushi bar. Familiar with the old school "Ichiban" type shows, where your teppanyaki is cooked and served with a bit of knife display? That's the kind of place this is, in decor that probably hasn't changed in decades. If you can appreciate that, then it's worth a visit (the teppanyaki is very tasty).
This Japanese Village is hit and miss. Sometimes its great service and great food while other times its not so great. I have been to other restaurants in the chain that were great everytime so this location is a disapointment compared to the others.
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