Not only is this one of the best places for Korean food, but also the service is AMAZING. Coming from a family run business myself, I really appreciate seeing another small family run business with a dedicated mom and daughter duo. Please support local and give Asahi restaurant a try!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Allison Lee
Unbelievable service and great food! Would recommend this restaurant to everyone.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
ngoc tran
This place is absolutely amazing. The food was so so good and filling. And don't even get me started on the service. The lady was SO SO SO kind and attentive. She checked on us multiple times, always making sure we were happy and situated. We also received free drinks and snacks which was absolutely wonderful. And to be frank, we came very close to closing and were still seated with open arms. I will continue to come back to this restaurant and recommend everyone to do the same.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
jolie tran
If I could rate this 6 stars I would! This was my first time at Asahi and I loved it, the food was amazing, especially the pork belly, the waitress was so sweet and was so considerate, she even gave us free drinks and snacks and even offered more. Even as the only worker, she still gave us an amazing time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Brian Jones
Absolutely fantastic restaurant!!
gene christopher
There are not enough stars to properly rate this awesome little place. While not particularly a large restaurant, tables and booths are positioned so that you don't feel like you are next to that lady in the waiting room of the Doctors office who insistently talks with you. Very comfortable atmosphere. There are two most stellar main attractions however. The first, this is arguably the best Korean food I've tasted in my multicultural experience. Secondly, and then there's Kim.I had already been warned by reading the reviews both here and elsewhere, that Kim was the most highly regarded, respected, and loved front end staff member anyone has had the pleasure of meeting. With amazing speed, outstanding agility, and serious attention to customers, Kim takes care of the entire front end by herself!! Not a single table, or booth, that i saw, was ignored or left wanting.I had the BBQ Makeral as my main dish. My wife had a generous helping of Beef Bulgogi. And of course the table was stocked with the plethora of little dishes of sides, which Kim kept restocking when my wife and I would devour it clean.I cannot shout loud enough from the highest rooftop in Virginia Beach. Asahi Korean Resteraunt sets the bar pretty high. Poor Miss Kim gave us a tearfully joyous reaction to the significant tip my wife left on our $52 tab. She almost hugged us, telling us we are family now. She even followed us outside to our truck to make sure we made it okay.We have four daughters, all grown and out of the house. Each daughter has had their own share as a server in a restaurant. So I speak with experience when I say, every server from Virginia Beach Ocean Front to Waterside in Norfolk, and in between, should come here and have a meal to watch how to properly function with customer service. Kim is a treasure!!Vegetarian options: Miss Kim did ask if we need vegetarian choices, or if we had any food allergies. saying her Mom can modify any dish on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Various Side Dishes That Came with the Meal, Beef Bulgogi
Miguel Lopez
Great food and service to match. Will
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phil Elmore
Absolutely fabulous food and service. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Stone Bibimbap, Beef Bulgogi
Andrew Smith
Amazing food authentic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kasen Wally
Fantastic meal with great service! We'll be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Bulgogi, Stone Bowl Bibimbap, Chicken Bulgogi
So, at first glance, I wasn’t sure if this place was open, as the parking lot was empty and the windows are not see-through. Not going to lie, I judged the book by its cover and was blown away. Walked in to a quaint, yet modern atmosphere that I loved the second I walked in.The waitress was extremely welcoming and hospitable and made me feel like I was a guest at a friend’s family dinner, rather than being at a restaurant. She even inquired if there were any food allergies, which I have very rarely seen. The thing that made this amazing was they genuinely wanted to ensure you had an amazing experience.I ended up getting the “hot stone bowl” item, which was very good and felt like an experience along with some great taste. Overall great experience, and it’s not very often I write a review like this, prior to leaving to ensure I give them the accolades they deserve. Would recommend. If I could give 6 stars for service, I would.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stone Bowl Bibimbap
Marisio Salinas
Delicious food and the waitress was an absolutely wonderful woman. Extremely nurturing and would offer us the world if she could! 10 stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Korean Dumplings, Various Side Dishes That Came with the Meal, Hot Stone Bibimbap, Beef Bulgogi
Goyal Dentistry
Exceptional service and quality of food. Organic barley cream tea. Perfectly hot cooked Bipin bab.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Greer
Great food Great atmosphere. My family and I enjoyed it. We will definitely go
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nina D.
Better than Chick-fil-A service! Kim was impeccable as she was able to wait on a full restaurant on her own. I mean, all tables were taken! She kept a positive, light-hearted, friendly attitude while serving us and the table of over 15 people. We didn't have to ask for anything extra, didn't have to ask for refills, and we felt the genuine hospitality. Her Mom was cooking in the back and held down the fort with getting the food out with impeccable timing. Every single item we ordered tasted great. I was a little early upon arrival due to the parking lot being pretty empty. However, the restaurant was filled quickly throughout the night. The restaurant was clean and the walkway to the bathroom smelled good. Will definitely be back here!
Not only is this one of the best places for Korean food, but also the service is AMAZING. Coming from a family run business myself, I really appreciate seeing another small family run business with a dedicated mom and daughter duo. Please support local and give Asahi restaurant a try!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Unbelievable service and great food! Would recommend this restaurant to everyone.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is absolutely amazing. The food was so so good and filling. And don't even get me started on the service. The lady was SO SO SO kind and attentive. She checked on us multiple times, always making sure we were happy and situated. We also received free drinks and snacks which was absolutely wonderful. And to be frank, we came very close to closing and were still seated with open arms. I will continue to come back to this restaurant and recommend everyone to do the same.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
If I could rate this 6 stars I would! This was my first time at Asahi and I loved it, the food was amazing, especially the pork belly, the waitress was so sweet and was so considerate, she even gave us free drinks and snacks and even offered more. Even as the only worker, she still gave us an amazing time.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely fantastic restaurant!!
There are not enough stars to properly rate this awesome little place. While not particularly a large restaurant, tables and booths are positioned so that you don't feel like you are next to that lady in the waiting room of the Doctors office who insistently talks with you. Very comfortable atmosphere. There are two most stellar main attractions however. The first, this is arguably the best Korean food I've tasted in my multicultural experience. Secondly, and then there's Kim.I had already been warned by reading the reviews both here and elsewhere, that Kim was the most highly regarded, respected, and loved front end staff member anyone has had the pleasure of meeting. With amazing speed, outstanding agility, and serious attention to customers, Kim takes care of the entire front end by herself!! Not a single table, or booth, that i saw, was ignored or left wanting.I had the BBQ Makeral as my main dish. My wife had a generous helping of Beef Bulgogi. And of course the table was stocked with the plethora of little dishes of sides, which Kim kept restocking when my wife and I would devour it clean.I cannot shout loud enough from the highest rooftop in Virginia Beach. Asahi Korean Resteraunt sets the bar pretty high. Poor Miss Kim gave us a tearfully joyous reaction to the significant tip my wife left on our $52 tab. She almost hugged us, telling us we are family now. She even followed us outside to our truck to make sure we made it okay.We have four daughters, all grown and out of the house. Each daughter has had their own share as a server in a restaurant. So I speak with experience when I say, every server from Virginia Beach Ocean Front to Waterside in Norfolk, and in between, should come here and have a meal to watch how to properly function with customer service. Kim is a treasure!!Vegetarian options: Miss Kim did ask if we need vegetarian choices, or if we had any food allergies. saying her Mom can modify any dish on the menu.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Various Side Dishes That Came with the Meal, Beef Bulgogi
Great food and service to match. Will
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely fabulous food and service. Thank you!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Stone Bibimbap, Beef Bulgogi
Amazing food authentic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic meal with great service! We'll be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pork Bulgogi, Stone Bowl Bibimbap, Chicken Bulgogi
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So, at first glance, I wasn’t sure if this place was open, as the parking lot was empty and the windows are not see-through. Not going to lie, I judged the book by its cover and was blown away. Walked in to a quaint, yet modern atmosphere that I loved the second I walked in.The waitress was extremely welcoming and hospitable and made me feel like I was a guest at a friend’s family dinner, rather than being at a restaurant. She even inquired if there were any food allergies, which I have very rarely seen. The thing that made this amazing was they genuinely wanted to ensure you had an amazing experience.I ended up getting the “hot stone bowl” item, which was very good and felt like an experience along with some great taste. Overall great experience, and it’s not very often I write a review like this, prior to leaving to ensure I give them the accolades they deserve. Would recommend. If I could give 6 stars for service, I would.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stone Bowl Bibimbap
Delicious food and the waitress was an absolutely wonderful woman. Extremely nurturing and would offer us the world if she could! 10 stars!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Korean Dumplings, Various Side Dishes That Came with the Meal, Hot Stone Bibimbap, Beef Bulgogi
Exceptional service and quality of food. Organic barley cream tea. Perfectly hot cooked Bipin bab.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food Great atmosphere. My family and I enjoyed it. We will definitely go
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Better than Chick-fil-A service! Kim was impeccable as she was able to wait on a full restaurant on her own. I mean, all tables were taken! She kept a positive, light-hearted, friendly attitude while serving us and the table of over 15 people. We didn't have to ask for anything extra, didn't have to ask for refills, and we felt the genuine hospitality. Her Mom was cooking in the back and held down the fort with getting the food out with impeccable timing. Every single item we ordered tasted great. I was a little early upon arrival due to the parking lot being pretty empty. However, the restaurant was filled quickly throughout the night. The restaurant was clean and the walkway to the bathroom smelled good. Will definitely be back here!