My recent visit to Teriyaki Bento left me utterly disappointed, and I'm perplexed as to why this restaurant maintains a 4.3-star rating. From the moment my friends and I stepped in, warning signs emerged, starting with an unexpected cover charge for credit card transactions. The setup is unconventional; it's an order-first, then sit-down establishment. Although greeted upon arrival, the lobby felt cramped and uncomfortable.The menu seemed promising enough, so we decided to give it a chance. However, the condition of the seating area was appalling. Out of the four available tables, only half were usable. The one we settled at was dirty, with remnants of the previous diners still present. The unmistakable stench emanating from an overflowing trash bin in plain sight further tainted the ambiance.To add insult to injury, the food arrived on disposable plates and trays, lacking any semblance of presentation. The decor was uninspiring, with unsightly boxes of takeaway containers cluttering the space. The restroom was a nightmare to access, obstructed by random kitchen equipment.The establishment also boasts a video lottery room, but it was equally unkempt and dimly lit. However, the most alarming discovery was the presence of a young girl, seemingly living on the premises, roaming around without adequate supervision or attire.In summary, Teriyaki Bento falls short on numerous fronts—hygiene, ambiance, service, and ethics. It's disheartening to witness such neglect in a dining establishment. I cannot recommend this place to anyone seeking a pleasant dining experience.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Stephanie Reischman
My favorite Teriyaki bowls in all of Salem!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Michael Garwoood
Been five yrs since this now TOO-OLD To fight forestfires bombero been here and YEA STILL There! Still generous portions! Nah nuthin under $10 anymore but Thats mostly State Govts Fault ???. Teriyaki bowl for $10.95 a good start. Nice family joint. Forgot to ask for chopsticks.Parking: Plentiful
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Chicken
Sarah B. White
It was good food, older establishment and a bit cluttered. Friendly service
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Beef Bulgogi
Laura Mejia
Great food, service, and they always go above and beyond with their customer service. I recommend their spicy yellow curry it’s a must try!
Dirty… should have turned around when I walked through the door. Took a few bites but got grossed out the more I looked around. Used the restroom and it was gross too: lid off the toilet and a shoe sting you had to reach in to pull to flush. Food boxes with food sitting in the hallway outside restroom. Wife and I are praying we don’t get food poisoning from the very small portion we ate!!!
My recent visit to Teriyaki Bento left me utterly disappointed, and I'm perplexed as to why this restaurant maintains a 4.3-star rating. From the moment my friends and I stepped in, warning signs emerged, starting with an unexpected cover charge for credit card transactions. The setup is unconventional; it's an order-first, then sit-down establishment. Although greeted upon arrival, the lobby felt cramped and uncomfortable.The menu seemed promising enough, so we decided to give it a chance. However, the condition of the seating area was appalling. Out of the four available tables, only half were usable. The one we settled at was dirty, with remnants of the previous diners still present. The unmistakable stench emanating from an overflowing trash bin in plain sight further tainted the ambiance.To add insult to injury, the food arrived on disposable plates and trays, lacking any semblance of presentation. The decor was uninspiring, with unsightly boxes of takeaway containers cluttering the space. The restroom was a nightmare to access, obstructed by random kitchen equipment.The establishment also boasts a video lottery room, but it was equally unkempt and dimly lit. However, the most alarming discovery was the presence of a young girl, seemingly living on the premises, roaming around without adequate supervision or attire.In summary, Teriyaki Bento falls short on numerous fronts—hygiene, ambiance, service, and ethics. It's disheartening to witness such neglect in a dining establishment. I cannot recommend this place to anyone seeking a pleasant dining experience.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
My favorite Teriyaki bowls in all of Salem!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Been five yrs since this now TOO-OLD To fight forestfires bombero been here and YEA STILL There! Still generous portions! Nah nuthin under $10 anymore but Thats mostly State Govts Fault ???. Teriyaki bowl for $10.95 a good start. Nice family joint. Forgot to ask for chopsticks.Parking: Plentiful
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Chicken
It was good food, older establishment and a bit cluttered. Friendly service
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Beef Bulgogi
Great food, service, and they always go above and beyond with their customer service. I recommend their spicy yellow curry it’s a must try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Shrimp Platter, Fried Rice, Teriyaki Chicken Lunch
Been addicted to this restaurant lately. My coworker introduced me to this spot and the taste/quality/portions have not disappointed.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Meal served on paper plate with a plastic fork. Ordered general tso chicken. It was bland. It was mostly white rice.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 3
The place is always clean and the food is always good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pretty good food. Rough neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
The people who work there are so nice. I love going there with my family.:)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Chicken
Restaurantji Recommends
Food is delicious and
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing food that is topped off with amazing service. Best bento bowl in Oregon, definitely south of Portland.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Chicken Yakisoba, Teriyaki Chicken Bowl, Teriyaki Chicken Lunch
Amazing food that is topped off with amazing service. Best bento bowl in Oregon, definitely south of Portland.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Chicken Yakisoba, Teriyaki Chicken Bowl, Teriyaki Chicken Lunch
Amazing food that is topped off with amazing service. Best bento bowl in Oregon, definitely south of Portland.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Teriyaki Chicken Yakisoba, Teriyaki Chicken Bowl, Teriyaki Chicken Lunch
Dirty… should have turned around when I walked through the door. Took a few bites but got grossed out the more I looked around. Used the restroom and it was gross too: lid off the toilet and a shoe sting you had to reach in to pull to flush. Food boxes with food sitting in the hallway outside restroom. Wife and I are praying we don’t get food poisoning from the very small portion we ate!!!