Goto — Restaurant in Exeter

Before I start And be called over critical. I've eaten Asian crusine. As I am Asian . I've eaten up and down the country and in the countries of origin. And give honest reviews for others to see.

Lunch time. 2nd table in for lunch.

Prawn tempura with seasonal veg tempura 4/ 10

Tempura is an food item that is lightly battered. With a crunch.

Tbh it was quite Bland, the courgettes were the only thing that had any real flavour. This could be down to it's seasonal. / Not ripe enough.

The butternut squash was Slightly undercooked, I believe

Onto the prawns. They are a nice size. Especially for England's standards. They've be "king prawns" Prawns were very fresh and cooked fully Mainly good crisp on prawns but multiple areas where batter is soft

All the tempura was soft. Not the crisp I'd expect from tempura at all.

Karaage 6/10 Karaage chicken is marinated chicken thighs mainly using soy and ginger.

The karaage today has a Nice flavor.very succulent , perfectly cooked meat wise, However the Batter is again soft. Not crispy at all.

I believe the batter issues is due to oil temperature

Tonkotsu Tonkotsu one of the most iconic ramen. The signature drinking meal, mealy known for its full meaty/ umami flavour and the fat in the broth.

9/10 Best authentic broth hands down in the country. Full fat as it should be. However it is let down by cold charsui, the Egg perfectly made . Soft boiled, and then cooled in the fridge and stained by soy.

Service 10 / 10 .

Every time they brought me food they would make sure my tea cup was filled .

Food is kinda a let down. As I've heard so much hype for this place.

7/10 is my overal review

Price: 31.30 Kinda overpriced for the quality...

Friendly staff and services in this Japanese restaurant in Exeter. If there is a place to have some oily fish, sushi or other Japanese cuisine, for lunch or dinner, then perhaps this will be the place for it. Plus, if you know some words and/or can articulate in the Japanese language, then the staff (and possibly their customers in general) would be very impressed; keeping in mind, of course, that not all Japanese people (in countries that are foreign to them) can speak that language as perhaps they may have been trying/working hard to greet to you in YOUR language.

"Gomen kudasai" - May I come in? "Irasshaimase" - Hello, what can I do for you? "Kore, kudasai" - This one, please. "Hajimemashite" - Pleased to meet you. "Itadakimasu" - Let's eat. (Japanese grace) "Oishii desu" - It's delicious. "Tabemono ga yoi desu" - The food is good. "Gochisōsama" - Thank you for the meal. ("Arigatō (gozaimasu)"/"Domo arigatō" - Thank you.) "Dō itashimashite" - You're welcome. "Sumimasen" - Pardon me./Excuse me. "Gomen nasai" - I'm sorry. "Chiketto, kudasai" - (Can I have) the bill, please? "Kaado desu" - By card. (in reply) "Mata ne" - See you again soon. "Oidomashimasu" - I have to go. ("Ojamashimasu" - I'm sorry to bother you.)

"Kon'nichiwa" - Hello "Hai" - Yes "Iie"/"Dame" - No "Atsui desu!" - It's hot! "Dōshitanda(no)?" - What's the matter? "Sōka!" - Of course! "O-genki (ikaga) desu ka?" - How are you? "Watashi wa (igirisu)-jin desu" - I am (an English person). "Watashi mo sō desu" - Me...

Unassuming on the exterior - you would probably just walk past if you didn't know better ........ don't let this put you off, the food is well worth going inside for. We, a table of three were booked for 6.30pm. By 7pm it was full - it's a small restaurant, so booking would definitely be advised. A wide ranging menu, although primarily sushi, sashimi or ramen is on offer. Portion-size was decent, quickly served, and of a good standard. Both Asahi and Kirin beers on offer (although only in 330ml format), and a selection of sake or plum wines for an authentic Japanese feel (non-Japanese alcoholic beverages also available). One starter, three main courses, three beers and two plum wines came to a little under £65, which isn't unreasonable. The location on New Bridge Street places you about a five minute walk from the city centre. If you fancy food cooked by a Japanese chef, or an alternative to Wagamama or Yo Sushi, then GoTo should tick all your boxes. They also...