Dallas | Japanese Cuisine Mr. Max Izakaya 🏮

Mr. Max Izakaya Restaurant 📍 3028 N Belt Line Rd, Irving, TX 75062 One of the top 100 must-visit restaurants in the U.S. according to Yelp! 🔥 I came to Dallas to pick up Popeyes, the little cat 🐱. Usually, there’s a three-hour wait during peak dining hours, but I arrived at 8:30 pm, just before closing time, and there was no wait at all! I absolutely love the atmosphere of this izakaya. The small space features tatami mats and a bar area 🍻. The service is excellent, and the dishes are served quickly! 🍱 Must-Try Dishes: Takoyaki (Octopus Balls) 🐙 These are amazing! The octopus balls come on a hot iron plate, and they are so much better than those at many other Japanese restaurants. 5-Kind Sashimi 🐟 The sweet shrimp 🦐 is super fresh, and the other varieties include salmon, tuna, and octopus. There’s no fishy smell at all. Taiwan Ramen 🍜 It’s really spicy, but also really refreshing. Homemade Custard Pudding 🍮 The caramel pudding is delicious— not overly sweet and melts in your mouth. 🍱 Dishes to Try: Seasonal Sushi I happened to catch the restaurant serving sea urchin and A5 Wagyu. The sea urchin was surprisingly sweet. Shrimp & Vegetable Tempura 🍔 The batter is a bit thick, but the tempura is crispy. Grilled Beef Tongue 🍖 It’s just okay—a thin slice with average cooking. It was a bit tough. I heard that the new branch in Richardson is also packed, but I still recommend the original location in Irving! This is my dream izakaya for enjoying drinks with friends. #food #sashimi #izakaya #Dallas #DallasLife #Texas #JapaneseCuisine #travel