Masami Richardson, TX (part of Dallas Guide)

Owner Naoshi Iida serves fresh, perfectly prepared foods. The natural flavors burst through, tantalizing your taste buds. The sage and rose color scheme is soothing and a screen located just inside the entrance keeps the outside world at bay. A small pile of rounded pebbles adorns each table, offering tranquility and good wishes to those who play with them. Specialties include Gyoza Dumplings (delicately seasoned ground pork), Yakitori (savory skewered chicken), Shrimp Tempura, Kushikatsu (breaded fried pork) and Teriyaki Chicken. The Seafood Tempura (delectable shrimp, tender calamari and mild snapper, with a batter-fried broccoli, sweet potato slice and onion ring) is extra special. Sake, plum and regular wine, as well as Japanese beers are available.