Minato Japanese Restaurant — Restaurant in Wilmington

Been eating here since I was a kid in the 90s. As many others have said the prices have gone up quite a bit but I don’t blame the small business, these are hard times for sure. The food has remained the same delicious taste since I was a kid. Always fresh, love the veggies that they use too. Crab egg rolls and spicy beef egg rolls are a must (some people aren’t a fan because they are flat but the taste is great). And as always the pineapple iced T is one of the best beverages I’ve ever had. Wish I knew how they made it! All in all I try to go here every couple months or so. Very...

I grew up coming to Ms. Minato's and while the food is still good it isn't quite the same. I really miss the authentic feel that the location use to have, and also was part of the reason I learned more about Japanese culture. I even studied Japanese in college and would come to test out my knowledge of the language. Either way I am happy to see that this family owned small business is still in Wilmington as a native Wilmingtonian and certainly would suggest giving it a try. If only for that awesome iced tea!! My favorite is crab and shrimp fried rice with the spicy sauce. And...

Honestly, it's not what it used to be (but cost wise). I remember wanting to go to this restaurant whenever I came in town because it was different. It definitely wasn't the norm, I used to thoroughly enjoyed the different fried rice meals and the egg rolls. But for me, recently, the prices have been ridiculous (at least in my travels), and it's unaffordable if I want to get more than one meal. I think what changed everything for me was finding a way to make the meals I like from here at home. I believe if I didn't, I'd still find a way to justify because it wasn't everyday that...