Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodieJapanese joint serving small plates and ramen in a casual atmosphere.
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Zaya didn't disappoint! Came here for a Valentine's Day Dinner with my daughter and everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The cucumber appetizer was super fresh and perfectly seasoned, with just a tad of spice that gave it a nice little kick without overpowering it — such a great way to start the meal. The saikoro steak was tender, juicy, and packed with flavor. We also tried the shoyu ramen and the gyukotsu ramen, and both were incredible. The broths were rich and flavorful, and the
Genuinely one of the best ramen experiences I’ve ever had. And I don’t say that lightly. I ordered the Gyukotsu ramen, and it absolutely blew me away. The broth was deep, rich, and perfectly balanced, and you can immediately tell it’s made with real care and passion. The karaage on the side was fricken amazing. Perfectly crispy with just the right amount of breading, insanely tender on the inside, and honestly some of the best I’ve had anywhere. The atmosphere inside Zaya is super cozy with an
Homemade tofu was delicious, very delicate! The ramen was also good. The atmosphere, however, could be improved; the lighting was way too bright, so lowering it a bit would help guests relax. Unfortunately, the utensils were dirty, and there was something inside both my cup of water and my partner’s as well. We also needed new chopsticks but couldn’t get the server’s attention, she was probably busy, and it looked like she was working alone
From the Mar 21, 2023 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Wiping cloths weren't kept clean, dry, or in sanitizer between uses.
Dishes and utensils weren't being properly washed and sanitized.