MICHINOKU EPISODE 2 — Restaurant in Niagara Falls

I recently visited a Japanese restaurant and had the pleasure of trying several dishes: Japanese curry, Tonkatsu ramen, and Beef Gyudon with rice.

The Japanese curry was rich and comforting, with a deep, savory flavor that balanced the spices perfectly. The sauce had a velvety smooth texture, and it paired wonderfully with the tender vegetables and meat. It was hearty, yet not overwhelming.

The Tonkatsu ramen was a standout. The broth had a full-bodied richness, deeply flavorful and just the right level of creaminess. The Tonkatsu pork was crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and melted in your mouth. The noodles were perfectly cooked and absorbed the broth well.

The Beef Gyudon with rice was simple yet satisfying. The beef was tender and flavorful, glazed in a sweet soy-based sauce that complemented the fluffy rice beneath it. The dish felt wholesome and perfectly balanced in flavor.

As for the service, the staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, making sure everything was to our liking. The atmosphere was peaceful and calming, offering a great environment for enjoying a meal. Overall, it was a delightful dining experience that left me...

We love sushi, sometimes do ayce, but are always on the hunt for intimate, high quality options. We went on a Saturday eve without a reservation, and couldn't get a table, so we asked about take-out and were told it would be 1-1.5 hour wait. We were hooked, any place that's too busy to fit you in is probably worth the wait. And it was! I'm not the best judge, I eat vegetarian and it's not usually the best indicator of a sushi place. My rolls were good, nothing spectacular but at least as good as most other places, the sushi rice is really special, the rolls were lovely. My husband was so excited about his food, every bite was better than the last. Every piece of sashimi was the best he'd ever had of that type. The salads are so fresh, the edamame too, everything was so fresh. We will definately be back if we're in the area and would recommended this place for anyone who likes quality sushi. I can't speak to authentic, but the food is so fresh and high quality, the service is great. For sure in the top 3 sushi places we've ever been to, my husband says...

I am a friend of the original owner of Michinoku. I spent a lot of time eating Koji's food, from the first day he opened, till the last customer before he retired. Out of loyalty and the fact his food was impossible to compare to, I avoided visiting Episode 2....Until last week. I was deeply missing my friend and his food...so I took a chance...and I was beyond impressed. There are only a few changes in the decor. The server was very polite and the service was great. ..and the food?? Well,,, I t was the next best thing to Koji's food that I have ever tasted...he could have made it himself.. I spoke with Chef Yeoung, the new owner ,,,and thanked her deeply. I was a little emotional and got choked up.. twice.. I didn't know if I was ever going to eat sushi again as nowhere else even comes close to the quality, ambience and pride in their food...But Chef Yeoung has won me over completely. Looking forward to many more meals at my all time favourite sushi place. Thank you very much Chef... See ya...