The food quality, attention to detail & service were all excellent. The atmosphere was minimal, dark and pleasant. I personally don't care for this style of Japanese cuisine so needless to say I will not be back. Mabo is worth a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Clayton Hirt
We went to Mabo for their Omakase dinner. The attention to detail is what elevates this restaurant’s dining experience. Upon entering into small dining room, guests enjoy an intimate dining area limited to 8-9 guests per seating. Guests experience is at the root of everything Mabo offers. Chef has curated an amazing menu that allows guests through an amazing culinary experience. Each of the courses is prepared and presented with instructions of how each dish is intended to be enjoyed. Both serve and chef were attentive, professional, and ensured guests had an excellent experience. 10/10 would recommend for those looking for Dallas’ Best Omakase dinner, or a special celebratory dinner.
Some of the reviews are funny to me saying that the courses were mostly chicken... It's a Yakitori restaurant, translate Yakitori genius.
This is one of the best Yakitori restaurants in the country... And we have been to Torien, Torishen, and our personal NYC favorite, Kono.
MABO is absolutely a first class Yakitori experience and rivals any of the truly great Yakitori restaurants... We will be back, it was absolutely amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anais Ning-Driscoll
Mābo is the height of hospitality and absolute perfection if you’re a fan of yakitori.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christopher Bird
Am extraordinary evening. Just 2 of us at the chef's counter. Wonderful to watch the master at work. Very calm experience. Some of the food items were very unusual. I liked everything. It was a week night and I was driving, so I didn't try any of the really interesting alcohol options. The only slightly disquieting thing was that it appeared to be closed when I arrived on the dot of 830. So we had to stand and wonder for a few minutes. All was well, however and a delightful time was had. Arigatou gozaimasu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
M
Had a phenomenal experience. It’s now one of my favorite restaurants in Dallas. It’s rare you find a high end yakitori place in the US so this place is such a gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lily Smith
Adding a note here after reading the low reviews of this place: to each their own but … omakase means “I’ll leave it to you” so the chef does choose his own menu each evening. And yakitori, which is Mabo’s specialty, translates to “grilled chicken.” Yakitori is traditionally chicken but the Chef also cooks other types of meat and veggies yakitori-style too. It’s an art to cook chicken in a way that makes it taste so special!
This place is truly unbelievable! I went around the opening and looking back now, I’m shocked there are only 3 reviews still. This place is aesthetically so meticulous and clean and offers a beautiful experience rooted in Japanese design, and the food is just out of this world amazing! This places deserves a Michelin star!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
JH
As someone who travels to Japan frequently and has experienced everything from local restaurants to Michelin 1, 2, and 3-star dining, I can confidently say that today’s yakitori omakase was truly unique. Each dish was exceptional, showcasing both technique and flavor. The waitress provided impeccable service, attentive and warm throughout the entire meal. It was such a pleasure to find such high-quality yakitori right here in Dallas. I look forward to returning and trying a different menu next time. Also worth noting — the restroom was spotless and carried that distinctly refined Japanese aesthetic. A wonderful touch!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Roberts
Wow Just wow. I will remember this epic experience for the rest of my life!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mike Kim
Yakitori perfected. I wish the meal can be completed in 90 min, though.
I was beyond excited to get a table here and couldn't wait to experience this award winning restaurant and chef, unfortunately things fell short. More than half of the menu was made up of chicken and not what we expected. The sushi was absolutely stunning and I wish there was more if it. I still hold Scratch as the ultimate omakase experience in Dallas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
James A. Showers
An amazing pleasant and delicious experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Galvan
Mābo provides an authentic Omakase experience, enjoy with company for an exploratory experience. The ambience is elevated and exquisite. Premium ingredients, quality selected dining ware, and palate appeasing dishes. My suggestion: indulge in extra yakitori/kushiyaki. The exotic cuts of chicken will entice your senses. Try the pork jowl for sure. Oishii!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chuan Ho
A truly high-level, well-executed dining experience. The food is extraordinary. The service is impeccable. The ambiance is intriguing and intimate. It is the best dining experience we’ve had in Dallas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yifan Li
Best omakase I have ate in Dallas, food is well prepared and delicious. My long term visiting restaurant list
The food quality, attention to detail & service were all excellent. The atmosphere was minimal, dark and pleasant. I personally don't care for this style of Japanese cuisine so needless to say I will not be back. Mabo is worth a try.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
We went to Mabo for their Omakase dinner. The attention to detail is what elevates this restaurant’s dining experience. Upon entering into small dining room, guests enjoy an intimate dining area limited to 8-9 guests per seating. Guests experience is at the root of everything Mabo offers. Chef has curated an amazing menu that allows guests through an amazing culinary experience. Each of the courses is prepared and presented with instructions of how each dish is intended to be enjoyed. Both serve and chef were attentive, professional, and ensured guests had an excellent experience. 10/10 would recommend for those looking for Dallas’ Best Omakase dinner, or a special celebratory dinner.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Yakitori, Sashimi Course, Skewer
Some of the reviews are funny to me saying that the courses were mostly chicken... It's a Yakitori restaurant, translate Yakitori genius.
This is one of the best Yakitori restaurants in the country... And we have been to Torien, Torishen, and our personal NYC favorite, Kono.
MABO is absolutely a first class Yakitori experience and rivals any of the truly great Yakitori restaurants... We will be back, it was absolutely amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mābo is the height of hospitality and absolute perfection if you’re a fan of yakitori.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Am extraordinary evening. Just 2 of us at the chef's counter. Wonderful to watch the master at work. Very calm experience. Some of the food items were very unusual. I liked everything. It was a week night and I was driving, so I didn't try any of the really interesting alcohol options.
The only slightly disquieting thing was that it appeared to be closed when I arrived on the dot of 830. So we had to stand and wonder for a few minutes. All was well, however and a delightful time was had.
Arigatou gozaimasu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had a phenomenal experience. It’s now one of my favorite restaurants in Dallas. It’s rare you find a high end yakitori place in the US so this place is such a gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adding a note here after reading the low reviews of this place: to each their own but … omakase means “I’ll leave it to you” so the chef does choose his own menu each evening. And yakitori, which is Mabo’s specialty, translates to “grilled chicken.” Yakitori is traditionally chicken but the Chef also cooks other types of meat and veggies yakitori-style too. It’s an art to cook chicken in a way that makes it taste so special!
This place is truly unbelievable! I went around the opening and looking back now, I’m shocked there are only 3 reviews still. This place is aesthetically so meticulous and clean and offers a beautiful experience rooted in Japanese design, and the food is just out of this world amazing! This places deserves a Michelin star!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
As someone who travels to Japan frequently and has experienced everything from local restaurants to Michelin 1, 2, and 3-star dining, I can confidently say that today’s yakitori omakase was truly unique. Each dish was exceptional, showcasing both technique and flavor. The waitress provided impeccable service, attentive and warm throughout the entire meal.
It was such a pleasure to find such high-quality yakitori right here in Dallas. I look forward to returning and trying a different menu next time.
Also worth noting — the restroom was spotless and carried that distinctly refined Japanese aesthetic. A wonderful touch!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow Just wow. I will remember this epic experience for the rest of my life!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yakitori perfected. I wish the meal can be completed in 90 min, though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
I was beyond excited to get a table here and couldn't wait to experience this award winning restaurant and chef, unfortunately things fell short. More than half of the menu was made up of chicken and not what we expected. The sushi was absolutely stunning and I wish there was more if it. I still hold Scratch as the ultimate omakase experience in Dallas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
An amazing pleasant and delicious experience
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mābo provides an authentic Omakase experience, enjoy with company for an exploratory experience. The ambience is elevated and exquisite. Premium ingredients, quality selected dining ware, and palate appeasing dishes. My suggestion: indulge in extra yakitori/kushiyaki. The exotic cuts of chicken will entice your senses. Try the pork jowl for sure. Oishii!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A truly high-level, well-executed dining experience. The food is extraordinary. The service is impeccable. The ambiance is intriguing and intimate. It is the best dining experience we’ve had in Dallas.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best omakase I have ate in Dallas, food is well prepared and delicious. My long term visiting restaurant list
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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