Gen Kai Japanese - Albuquerque

A really odd place in a very not good neighborhood(kept watching our vehicles to make sure the homeless weren't breaking in and watched someone using drugs on the drive into the parking lot) We were traveling through and as usual searched up what's good in the area. I really debated about reviewing this one at all, but I just can't believe it has such high ratings. The older lady that waited on us was finally friendly once we were paying to leave, almost like she was bothered to be there. The thermostat was set to 91 degrees, and that was the only thing that was hot. The soup was cold, and the sushi was just ok. The seating arrangement was still weird from covid, shaped like an L along the front of the restaurant with only maybe 6 or 7 seats. The restroom was out of order, and there was Hispanic music playing in the background. The whole experience was odd. I'm hoping we just hit them on an off time, but ?‍Kid-friendliness: Not a great spot to take children, parking was free and nearby but I did not see any kind of ramp.Parking: Bad neighborhoodWheelchair accessibility: None available

They serve authentic Okinawan dishes here in Albuquerque! Food taste wonderful.Parking: Don't forget to lock your vehicle.

Tiny, but mighty! This gem NEVER disappoints. Go to favorite is the chicken katsu bento box with tempura veggies. So absolutely delicious. You will find yourself craving the crunch of the chicken! Everything is superb, but be prepared to enjoy your meal and go, as the seating is in very short supply (counter-style arrangement, 7 seats).

First of all, they only serve takeout after lunch, so if you're looking for a sitdown dinner, try one of the surrounding restaurants, all of which are good. We tried three dishes. I liked the Udon. The chicken in the teriyaki bento box was dry and overcooked. My wife's soup was average. The overall dining experience was middle of the road.

This place is so good we had to come here twice on our one week trip! First time I got the bento box with chicken and my partner got a bowl. It was so good and so flavorful. The chicken was crispy and juicy, sushi was fresh, soup was flavorful, and salad was fresh. Second time we both got the shoyu ramen, mine with a garlic bomb and my partners was with chili oil. The pork in the ramen was so delicious and the garlic bomb was so flavorful. My partner wished his was hotter on the spicy level but he likes his food to burn a lot. Either way he would get it again because of the flavor. This place is so good and the employees are so nice and attentive.