The ambiance is extremely relaxing, and our server was friendly. We were allowed us to choose between a table or the grill. You can get hibachi at either if you're not in the mood for the theatrics! Service was very attentive and my partner and I had a great experience. I got the surf and turf roll as it sounded intriguing. This probably wasn't the best pairing in hindsight but to no fault of the restaurant, the steak was cooked medium rare just as I liked. Next time I would like to try the brotein roll! The steak hibachi dinner was also good and comes with the side salad and miso broth. I recommend the plum wine as a sweet delight that pairs well with dinner. I look forward to returning.
Michael C.
The food and ambiance was next to none! I walked in and instantly felt relaxed. The server made me feel so welcome and service was very prompt!
Traveling Chiaturtle
3 misses in a row now. We honestly love Ryu’s food (it’s my favorite of any Japanese rest. In there greater bham area) BUT the last three times we’ve went we were met by temporary closing or no sushi signs on the door. I completely get staffing shortages but at least post something on your social media pages or GBP when things happen so folks don’t make hour drives one way for nothing. All that plus times we’ve seen management loudly talking bad about the staff just makes us hesitant to try again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
Carolyn C.
The food was so good and flavorful. Service was fast and accurate. Option to sit at hibachi grill or regular table. Clean restaurant. Friendly staff. Yummy food.
Matthew Cheung
Great bang for your buck. Lots of food - you'll leave stuffed from the grill and very friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sophia P.
The food was good. Service is fast. You have the option of getting rice and/or noodles. Similar to most Japanese Hibachi grills-soup and salad comes with your entree. Nice and relaxing ambiance.
Vivian
Do NOT believe the review below. None of that ever happened. If you believe a person that says the pricing of our restaurant is $1-10, you already know who’s lying. We also do not have a curtain where the chef comes out of. I even have screenshots of the storybook fantasy review he gave in case he deletes & edits again. How would you feel if someone makes up a whole imaginary scenario that never happened at your business/workplace?.Defaming a restaurant because you want to gather up with your friends is despicable.Bitter & miserable with your lives & have nothing better to do than to edit, lie, & exaggerate with their reviews from 6 months ago ??.Also our chef would NEVER do that as our health regulations are near perfection & at a 98%. Who would do that? Anybody with a brain knows better than that. Bro…?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Volcano Roll
Vicki C.
First time here and we are surprised that we haven't been here sooner. It's now go-to Japanese Steakhouse in the Hoover area. It is welcoming with great service by Michael. The menu is more extensive than other similar restaurants, especially with combo entrees. All the food was fresh including the sushi which was well prepared. The teppanyaki entrees are large and very filling. They seemed to do quite a few takeouts while we were there. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed.
Gerda Boykin
SALTY FOOOD NEVER COME
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jimmy Lovvorn
Best Sushi ever!! Everyone should try the Volcano Roll it’s awesome!! Great service.
Do not listen to the bad reviews, this place is good. I enjoyed the family run aspect of it. It’s down to earth, not some big corporation. I recommend this place. They deserve the business more than the big
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ryu Roll
Barbara Gable
The reason for this review is because they had a dog in the kitchen barking very loud and when the staff was asked he said that's the owners dog...We go their for lunch but that will not be happening anymore!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Ryu Fried Rice
Emily Gallant
I have worked in the sushi industry and I have to say this is hands down the best sushi in Hoover. Rock n roll who?? Ryu sincerely has some of the best quality I’ve had and at such a reasonable price.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jennifer Christian
First time visiting the food was not tasty, needed flavor. Will not visit
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Victor Silva
The food is always good and pretty big portions, better than any other hibachi places around.
The ambiance is extremely relaxing, and our server was friendly. We were allowed us to choose between a table or the grill. You can get hibachi at either if you're not in the mood for the theatrics! Service was very attentive and my partner and I had a great experience. I got the surf and turf roll as it sounded intriguing. This probably wasn't the best pairing in hindsight but to no fault of the restaurant, the steak was cooked medium rare just as I liked. Next time I would like to try the brotein roll! The steak hibachi dinner was also good and comes with the side salad and miso broth. I recommend the plum wine as a sweet delight that pairs well with dinner. I look forward to returning.
The food and ambiance was next to none! I walked in and instantly felt relaxed. The server made me feel so welcome and service was very prompt!
3 misses in a row now. We honestly love Ryu’s food (it’s my favorite of any Japanese rest. In there greater bham area) BUT the last three times we’ve went we were met by temporary closing or no sushi signs on the door. I completely get staffing shortages but at least post something on your social media pages or GBP when things happen so folks don’t make hour drives one way for nothing. All that plus times we’ve seen management loudly talking bad about the staff just makes us hesitant to try again.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 3
The food was so good and flavorful. Service was fast and accurate. Option to sit at hibachi grill or regular table. Clean restaurant. Friendly staff. Yummy food.
Great bang for your buck. Lots of food - you'll leave stuffed from the grill and very friendly
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was good. Service is fast. You have the option of getting rice and/or noodles. Similar to most Japanese Hibachi grills-soup and salad comes with your entree. Nice and relaxing ambiance.
Do NOT believe the review below. None of that ever happened. If you believe a person that says the pricing of our restaurant is $1-10, you already know who’s lying. We also do not have a curtain where the chef comes out of. I even have screenshots of the storybook fantasy review he gave in case he deletes & edits again. How would you feel if someone makes up a whole imaginary scenario that never happened at your business/workplace?.Defaming a restaurant because you want to gather up with your friends is despicable.Bitter & miserable with your lives & have nothing better to do than to edit, lie, & exaggerate with their reviews from 6 months ago ??.Also our chef would NEVER do that as our health regulations are near perfection & at a 98%. Who would do that? Anybody with a brain knows better than that. Bro…?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Volcano Roll
First time here and we are surprised that we haven't been here sooner. It's now go-to Japanese Steakhouse in the Hoover area. It is welcoming with great service by Michael. The menu is more extensive than other similar restaurants, especially with combo entrees. All the food was fresh including the sushi which was well prepared. The teppanyaki entrees are large and very filling. They seemed to do quite a few takeouts while we were there. Give them a try, you won't be disappointed.
SALTY FOOOD NEVER COME
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Best Sushi ever!! Everyone should try the Volcano Roll it’s awesome!! Great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Do not listen to the bad reviews, this place is good. I enjoyed the family run aspect of it. It’s down to earth, not some big corporation. I recommend this place. They deserve the business more than the big
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ryu Roll
The reason for this review is because they had a dog in the kitchen barking very loud and when the staff was asked he said that's the owners dog...We go their for lunch but that will not be happening anymore!!!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Ryu Fried Rice
I have worked in the sushi industry and I have to say this is hands down the best sushi in Hoover. Rock n roll who?? Ryu sincerely has some of the best quality I’ve had and at such a reasonable price.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time visiting the food was not tasty, needed flavor. Will not visit
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
The food is always good and pretty big portions, better than any other hibachi places around.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5