Kobe Express - Irmo

A family-owned restaurant with a warm, homey atmosphere and a clean environment for fresh Japanese cuisine. I particularly appreciate that they don't charge ext... read more A family-owned restaurant with a warm, homey atmosphere and a clean environment for fresh Japanese cuisine. I particularly appreciate that they don't charge extra for the shrimp or yum yum sauce.

I ordered three chicken and scallop bowls, but the chicken was overcooked and tough, with burnt char on it. They were also stingy with the vegetables. When I ca... read more I ordered three chicken and scallop bowls, but the chicken was overcooked and tough, with burnt char on it. They were also stingy with the vegetables. When I called to complain, they hung up on me rudely. I doubt I'll be coming back.

I used to order from Tokyo Grill, but after trying Kobe Express, I won’t choose anywhere else. The owners provide fast and friendly service, and the food is out... read more I used to order from Tokyo Grill, but after trying Kobe Express, I won’t choose anywhere else. The owners provide fast and friendly service, and the food is outstanding! The staff is attentive to my dietary needs and has never gotten my order wrong. The meat tastes fresher than at other spots, and the rice is consistently perfect. Portions are generous, and the prices are very fair considering the quality and amount you receive!

Kobe Express offers delicious food that keeps me coming back, especially for their teriyaki chicken entrée. The menu perfectly pairs it with fried rice or white... read more Kobe Express offers delicious food that keeps me coming back, especially for their teriyaki chicken entrée. The menu perfectly pairs it with fried rice or white rice, along with zucchini, carrots, and grilled onions—truly tasty and satisfying!

I really enjoyed my meal. Everything was freshly prepared to order. The portion sizes were generous for the price. I only wish I had discovered this place earli... read more I really enjoyed my meal. Everything was freshly prepared to order. The portion sizes were generous for the price. I only wish I had discovered this place earlier.