Restaurant Makoto specializes in an authentic fusion of Japanese and Korean culinary traditions, anchored by high-quality tabletop BBQ preparations. Guests grill marinated meats, such as bulgogi or galbi, alongside fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables directly at their tables. The menu features a diverse selection of traditional side dishes and prepared entrees that reflect classic flavor profiles from both cultures. Minimalist decor creates a focused environment designed specifically to highlight the interactive nature of the cooking process. A strong emphasis on raw ingredient quality ensures that every sear and seasoning remains consistent with traditional preparation methods. This establishment serves as a dedicated destination for individuals seeking a collaborative meal centered around the heat of the grill and the depth of fermented spices.
Restaurant Makoto is widely appreciated for its generous portions, affordable pricing, and inviting atmosphere, making it a popular destination for Japanese and Korean comfort food. Many diners frequently praise the quality of dishes like bibimbap, katsu, and various stews, often highlighting the attentive and friendly service provided by the staff. While the establishment has built a loyal following, recent menu changes have led to mixed feedback, with some long-time patrons expressing a strong preference for previous offerings and side dish combinations. Despite occasional concerns regarding service speed during peak hours or specific ingredient updates, the overall consensus points to a welcoming experience where the majority of visitors feel well-accommodated and eager to return.
Korean restaurant with interesting & delicious options. Generous portions & great prices for the meal. Main dishes comes with soup & salad. The staff was very friendly & helpful guiding us through the menu. A gem !
Been twice & really liked the experience. The food was super yummy along with the miso soup & salad. The price is affordable compared to other restaurants nowadays. Only first time we waited for long time to be served & to get our food but it was pretty busy that day & they only have one server in the whole place so I can understand. The second time there were not too may ppl so it was fast. I love their tofu soup & rice cake meal, was so special & tasty. Would like to visit more!
Super ambiance, repas juste parfait ! Rien à redire ! (Poulet katsu curry pour la photo & takoyaki à gauche) Soupe & petite salade sur le côté offert !
Apr 23, 2026
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Si vous venez dans ce restaurant, c'est surtout pour l'expérience, bien que la nourriture soit très bonne. À votre entrée, le serveur vous accueillera & vous placera vers une table dépendant le nombre de personnes que vous êtes. Lorsque vous entrerez, vous verrez la magnifique décoration qui nous fait tout de suite penser au Japon. Le serveur vous donnera des verres d'eaux & les menus lorsque vous serez à votre table. Pendant que vous serez entrain de choisir votre plat, le serveur vous donnera gratuitement du thé. Aussi, les plats principaux viennent avec des soupes miso. Je vous conseille les plats à base de poulet, car ils sont excellents.
Absolutely delicious food, cooked with such care. The tofu teriyaki is my go-to: always good. The agedashi tofu is delicious & the Tteok-kochi was perfection! Crispy outside, chewy inside, perfectly spicy. Miso soup & a fresh & delicious salad come with every meal. This place is a wonderful find! Super yummy, affordable food, & the service is wonderful as well.
This spot is amazing. Great new find. I'm not sure how other rate it lower than 4-5 stars. The portions are big, & you get a miso soup with a salad for below average price, that's unbeatable at this day & age.
The food came really fast. There's only one waiter yet he managed to serve us politely & pack the food for the other tables & take other orders or pay bill. He's very efficient.
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I haven't had a good pancake like that in awhile. Not too much better & just the right amount of crispy with veggies. It wasn't too overcooked like some place & oily.
The Katsu had more batter but still very crispy. But this is my preference bc I don't like batter & carbs, I can go protein all day.
The karage has good amount of meat. A bit on the firmer side than the juicy soft but maybe it's the chicken breast rather than other parts of the chicken.
The salad entré has great flavor with olives, tomatoes & greens. The miso was also great. I usually don't like the grainy dense texture but it didn't bother me & wasn't salty like some places.
This is my first time trying the Okonomiyaki & it was amazing. It was filling. I wished it had more protein but again this is just me. There's good amount of sauce & full of veggies. Can't go wrong! I loved it, I was so full after that even though I shouldn't be eating like that on my cut.
Sorry for not taking picture before devouring it! 😅
I took the beef Bulgogi & some appetizers. The food was soooooo good! They even gave free tea at the start & a free miso soup. I will definitly go back to try their other dishes
Good food, fantastic presentation (a lot of care was placed into the dish as it included soup, salad & ginger too) & service was excellent. I was getting take out & the host invited me to sit & brought me a cup of tea. It was a really thoughtful & kind gesture when I was having a rough day. I will definitely be back.
Cuisine coréenne & japonaise variée & équilibrée. Les plats sont bien présentés, la nourriture est délicieuse & le prix très abordable. Nous avons essayé le Kimmari, l'agedashi au tofu & le takoyaki & nous nous sommes régalés. On nous a offert le thé & une soupe miso, délicieux tous le deux. De plus, le personnel est sympathique, accueillant & très aimable.
